How to Stay Alert at Work
No matter what type of job you have, you need to be able to focus and stay alert. But sometimes an afternoon slump or a late night can make it rough. Here are some steps to help you stay alert at work.
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Make sure you are drinking enough water. If not, you can become dehydrated without even knowing it. As a result, you'll end up in a slump. Staying hydrated will help you stay alert. Aim for six to eight glasses of water each day.
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Take a walk. This is especially important if you have a desk job. You will increase blood flow and oxygen to your brain, making you more alert.
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Lay off the sugar and white flour. While sugar and baked goods might give you a temporary rush, you will end up crashing later. Keep your blood sugar level by eating several small, balanced meals throughout the day.
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Turn on the radio. Listening to some uplifting music will immediately help you feel more alert.
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Sometimes nothing but sleep will help you feel alert. If you have tried everything else and nothing seems to work, take a short nap! Fifteen to twenty minutes is ideal; more than that and you will go into a full sleep cycle and wake up feeling groggy.
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Tips & Warnings
In a pinch, caffeine will help you to feel more alert. However, if you become dependent on it, the caffeine will lose its punch.
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