So you had a late night. It happens. And you can’t call in sick to work because you have a mandatory meeting. Your only option is to suck it up and power through the day. Even when you are running on empty, there are things you can do to stay awake, alert, focused, and energized. […]

Being tired is the worst. We’re not talking about feeling a little groggy upon waking up or wanting to take a catnap on a Saturday afternoon. We mean that can’t-keep-your-eyes-open-at-your-desk feeling. When you are that fatigued, it is impossible to get anything done. You can’t focus, you feel foggy, and your judgment is greatly impaired. […]

Food is fuel for your body and therefore affects your energy level. To maintain optimal energy for your lifestyle, you have to be smart with your nutritional choices. Ironically, the very foods associated with quick energy — concentrated sources of sugar, such as candy or soda — are the very foods you should avoid if […]

We’ve all been groggy and unfocused at work due to lack of sleep, either because of choices we made or circumstances out of our control. The immediate effects of skimping on sleep are obvious: sluggishness and cravings for more coffee and a nap. But there are less obvious signs that you are too tired: becoming […]