Supplements that help you STAY AWAKE!
September 15th, 2008When people begin to feel tired, the most common response is to drink coffee which contains the stimulate caffeine. But for many people too much caffeine can interfere with the ability to sleep soundly. Tiredness in the body is a signal that you need to replenish the nutrients that give the body energy. There are many supplements that help you stay awake and feel revitalized instead of over-stimulated.
Physical and mental activity is constantly going on in the body, even when you are at rest. If your work is highly intensive in either category, for instance computer programming or construction work, you will use energy at a higher rate. Proper nutrition and rest are vital to the body’s functioning but when that is not enough, you may need to boost your ATP (Adenosine-5-triphosphate), it role is “transporter” of energy within the cellular structure of in the body.
Coenzyme 1 (NADH) and Coenzyme Q10 are both vital components used by the body to produce ATP have been found effective to rejuvenate the body energy supply. Coenzyme 1 (NADH) boosts brain transmitters dopamine and norepinephrine are both vital in helping the body to fight fatigue. Coenzyme Q10 converts food into 95% of the body’s energy requirements for ATP.
Royal Jelly, is very complex supplement that is a very rich source of protein, eight essential amino acids, important fatty acids, sugars, sterols and phosphorous compounds as well as acetylcholine, which the body uses to transmit nerve messages from cell to cell. It contains gamma globulin, which supports the immune system and helps the body fight off infections. Royal Jelly contains vitamins A, C, D, E. Plus it is particularly useful for its B-complex contents; B1, B2, B6, B12, biotin, folic acid, inositol and pantothenic acid the B vitamin recognized for its ability to reduce stress levels and increase energy. Royal Jelly is rich in minerals such as; calcium, copper, iron, phosphorous, potassium, silicon and sulfur.
GABA (gamma-aminobutyric acid) is produced in the brain from the amino acid glutamate with the aid of vitamin B6 and the most important and widespread inhibitory neurotransmitter. Several neurological disorders, such as epilepsy, sleep disorders, and Parkinson’s disease are affected by this neurotransmitter. Stimulation of the brain must be balanced with inhibition. Too much stimulation leads to restlessness and low energy levels.
Eleuthero Root is more commonly known as Siberian Ginseng, has been proven to be highly effective raising energy levels. This supplement is individuals who need stamina and endurance such as athletes, deep sea divers, long-distance drivers and mountain rescue workers. It also helps the body to resist viral infections, environmental toxins and radiation which drain the body’s energy.
Whatever your objective, it is very important to consider the state of your overall health: some of the supplements on this list that you find in energy formulas may not be appropriate for individuals with cardiovascular ailments, diabetes or high blood pressure. Be sure to consult your health care provider before taking any of these supplements to help you stay awake.

1. Protein 



