Herbal energy

[redfang]

Recently, I've been having problems maintaining an energy level sufficient to do all I need to do. My diet is pretty good without too much room for tweaking there. I have been thinking about taking an herbal supplement like ginseng or royal jelly to try and increase my energy levels. I am leery of ephedra and some of the more popular synthetic supplements that are in use these days. Does anyone have any info or experience that they can share?
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[Randy Strausbaugh]

Beware of most of the energy pills/elixers you find. Most of them have guarana as a major component. Guarana=caffeine

Trying to avoid life's potholes,
Randy Strausbaugh

[redfang]

Thanks, I get plenty of caffeine already. Its not what I'm looking for. I need to get consistent energy levels throughout the day. I find I'm beat all day long and don't start to come alive till later in the evening. By then its almost time for bed. This is no good.

[Randy Strausbaugh]

Sounds like you need to adjust your sleep schedule. I work straight midnight shifts, and have found out the hard way how much irregular or insufficient sleep affects your energy levels.

Trying to avoid life's potholes,
Randy Strausbaugh

[chufeng]

Actually, it may be the caffeine that's the problem...although it gives you an initial boost (about 20 minutes worth) it then causes a significant reduction in sugar levels...chronic caffeine use eventually no longer gives you a boost but sudden withdrawal can lead to horrible headaches...
Try and slowly reduce your caffeine intake and then switch to a less potent source (green tea vs coffee or soda)...

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chufeng

[redfang]

I'll try that. I've eliminated most of the vices over the years, but coffee hasn't been one of them. Thanks.

[phlaw]

Maybe you should try a good Antioxidant, like OPC-3.

I take it and it works great for energy, feel free to contact me for more information.

phlaw@lycos.com

[redfang]

What do the antioxidants do?

[redfang]

Oh, and I did decide to reduce my coffee intake considerably and see if that helps even me out.

[Touch Of Death]

You really should increase your intake of water. Your body will have a hard time adjusting at first, but eventualy you will adjust.