If you find you need a lift, try some of the tips to beat an afternoon slump. This also applies if you are premenstrual. Lack of sleep Not everyone needs a full eight hours, but if you're skimping on sleep or tossing and turning all night, you won't be at your peak the next day. Aim to sleep well. Soak in a hot bath with aromatherapy oils, avoid caffeine before bed, steer clear of the late news with the day's worst headlines and sip a glass of hot milk.
Milk is high in tryptophan, an amino acid which has a sedating and calming effect.
Depression People who have depression can have trouble staying asleep or sleep too much. Either way they have little energy to get through the day. It is important to see a doctor, as there are treatments and medications available to deal with this draining ailment. If you're chronically tired, have a blood test to check your haemoglobin and ferritin levels. Exercise Exercise helps alleviate stress and mild depression, clears the mind, improves sleep patterns and releases endorphins, to put you on a natural high.