Raising Energy

Using the right organic herbs can help optimize your daily health.

Energy levels
The following article gives information about peoples' energy levels and what can be done to feel more energetic.
Almost everyone has experienced times when their energy levels were low and they felt exhausted and rundown. However, it is possible to have this happen less often and to lead a more invigorating life.


There will be examples of how one can get better energy levels and give yourself the best chance of leading a healthy life.




energy levels


Energy can be defined as vigour or power in action and vitality and intensity of expression. There is physical, intellectual and emotional energy. In today's society, fatigue or the absence of energy, can be divided into chronic (meaning a prolonged condition) or acute (meaning a temporary lacking of energy).


Chronic Fatigue Symptom(CFS)was first recognised in the mid 1980's as a specific disorder and has been found to affect approximately 30% of women and 20% of men. Although Western Medicine has attempted to solve the problem of CFS with drugs, CFS has not responded to drug treatment. In treating CFS, one has to be aware of the mind/body connection.
Neuropeptides, chemicals released by our brain every time a thought or feeling occurs, are picked up by receptors on EVERY SINGLE CELL in the body. This includes the digestive system, the heart, lungs, kidneys and the immune system. Most people experiencing CFS have higher levels of emotional , mental and spiritual stress. The neuropeptides released by their brain depress all the cells in the body.


Complicating the picture is our modern environment. The air we breathe , the water we drink and the food we eat contain the most dangerous chemicals known on this planet. Chemicals that are designed to kill. The buildings and materials that furnish our homes and work places contain toxic compounds that breakdown into formaldehyde which is used in the preservation of dead bodies as it kills all living things.

By ingesting all these chemicals we are slowly poisoning our bodies.

These chemicals not only affect our bodies survival but also affect the chemicals that our brain releases into the body.


In effect, the chemical pollutants in our society produce the very depression that causes CFS. The solution to CFS is to start a detoxification program designed to rid your body of these dangerous chemicals, toxins and pollutants. Such a program, will enable your body to produce the energy needed and enhance your life.

It is not a "quickie" program and there is not a "quickie" answer to CFS. Not only do you have to detoxify your body, but your lifestyle will have to undergo several changes to ensure that CFS does not occur again.


The right herbs and super foods are the answer
Acute energy loss is easily handled by resting, good food and various herbal preparations. If you are suffering from a temporary lack of energy, there are several herbal compounds that you can use to give you a boost.Ginseng is one of the most famous, Various other herbs singly or in combination could improve energy levels: Wild Yam, a hreftinc-chasteberry,ginkgobiloba. ginger and herb-garlic.


To maintain a higher level of energy, take a nutritional supplement which contains all of the green foods such as Spirulina, Chlorella, Algae.



These kinds of energy food supplements are completely unlike other supplements found on the market. Instead of being made of chemical derivatives and full of "fillers" like cellulose, soy, lactose, etc., it is made from whole organic or wild harvested foods. These are foods that the body can easily assimilate and use.

Many of these are single celled plants which are easily digestible and assimilated into the bloodstream. They must be organic or wildcrafted to ensure that no pesticides or chemicals etc., are being ingested.





2 Reasons to Use Organic Herbs For Better Health
- Boost Your Energy


Typical energy boosters, like caffeine, are too harsh for some people, causing disruptions of sleep and a similar up/down high/crash associated with taking in lots of sugar.
Some organic herbs can help boost your energy in a smoother way, without the highs (shakes and jitters) and lows (headaches and irritability) of things like caffeine.

Two examples of energy boosting organic herbs are ginseng and kava

Ginseng helps to promote energy and is a very popular incredient in tea nowadays.
works in another fashion. Kava is considerd a muscle relaxer.
Tension eats up your energy reserves.


The ability to relax in this fashion can help to increase your overall available energy.
Make sure to avoid sugars, as they can cause energy crashes like I mentioned above, not to mention the negative health consequences.



Make sure to avoid sugars, as they can cause energy crashes like I mentioned above, not to mention the negative health consequences.



Improve Your Immune System With Organic Herbs
A healthy and properly functioning immune system is critical to your health and well being.
Organic herbs and herbal remedies can help your body fight off many common infections like colds, and other degenerative diseases.
Some herbs that are said to help your immune system include astragalus, ligustrum, reishi, and nettle herb.



Boost Your Energy with Power Foods
Athletes have long relied on carbohydrates in grains for long-term endurance and energy. Yet not all carbohydrates are created alike. A Croissant, for instance, is high in fat and low in nutrition. The most nutritious carbohydrates are whole grains, which have been found to lower cholesterol, inhibit cancer-causing activity and harmful bacteria in the intestines, and lower blood glucose level. And of these whole grains, Maharishi Ayurveda considers Rye, Quinoa, Amaranth and Millet as the most nutritious, because they are especially high in protein and minerals. They are also high in fiber, and thus have a detoxifying value. These are the same auspicious grains that are described in the Vedic texts and are used for Vedic ceremonies.
One-half cup of Amaranth (measured dry), for instance, contains 14 g. protein, 8 mg. iron, and also Magnesium and Zinc. The same amount of Quinoa contains 13 g. of protein, 9 mg. of iron and 3 mg. of Zinc. Rye is also high in Protein, with one-half cup yielding 15 grams of protein and 4 mg. of zinc. Millet is a good source of B vitamins.
All of these grains contain Copper, which is an essential trace mineral that improves energy and immunity, and their Zinc content also boosts Ojas, the finest product of digestion that creates lightness, inner energy, immunity and bliss.

To prepare power grains, place 2 cups of water in a saucepan and bring it to a boil. Add a teaspoon of Ghee and 1/2 cup of the grain. Boil for ten minutes and then lower to a simmer. Cook until the grain is tender.
Adding Ghee is important because otherwise the grains create internal dryness style
Energizing Vegetables and Fruits



Other high-energy foods include fresh vegetables, which should constitute forty percent of the meal. Green, leafy vegetables are especially high in minerals and fiber, so should be eaten often.



Fruits are also a source of energy. You can start the day with a stewed apple, and if you feel hungry in between meals, try snacking on a juicy pear. If you are feeling heavy and bloated after lunch, eat a fresh papaya, because they contain enzymes that aid digestion. If you have a strong digestion and more Pitta in your constitution, Mangoes are a rich Ojas-producing food, and half a Mango contains 2 mg. beta-carotene and is a rich source of Vitamin C.


According to Maharishi Ayurveda, Raisins are among the best of fruits because they enhance Sattva (purity), pacify the mind and heart and increase the coordination between them. They are also a rich source of Iron and Vitamin B6, and provide Magnesium, Calcium, Zinc, and Potassium. Raisins aid digestion and elimination when they are soaked in water overnight. One handful per person is a good amount.



A Date-Milk Energy Shake is a nourishing way to end the day, because it promotes sleep and calms both Pitta and Vata sleep imbalances.





Date-Milk Energy Shake

4-5 whole dates (Medjool dates are ideal)1 cup whole organic milk (unhomogenized if possible)1 pinch cinnamon powder


Boil the milk until it creates a foam. Turn off the heat and cool until the temperature is comfortable for drinking. Combine the milk with the other ingredients and blend until the dates are ground up. Drink it warm in winter and at room temperature in summer.





Beware of Energy-Draining Foods

Just as there are foods to boost energy, other foods drain it. Any fast foods, canned, frozen, packaged, leftover, or old foods – or foods laced with preservatives, chemicals, and additives – are difficult to digest and contain little nutritional content.



If you do eat some of these foods, and you feel heavy after eating, drink half a glass of water with 1/4 of a fresh lime squeezed into it.



But if you are feeling dull, sluggish, and drained of energy every day, it probably means that your diet contains too many energy-draining foods, which have clogged your micro-channels with toxins. This means that you need to overhaul your diet to include foods that create Ojas and energy.



Adding spices to your food is an easy way to increase the value of Chetna, or nature's intelligence. Try sautéing Cumin, Coriander, Fennel, and Turmeric in Ghee, then add vegetables or cooked grains. Or add spices to your drinking water to boost your energy.



Cumin-Mineral Water

1 quart water1/4 tsp.
whole cumin1/3 tsp.
whole fennel2 pinches of licorice



Boil the water first. Place it in a thermos and add the spices. Sip the water throughout the day to improve digestion and increase your energy. If you are a Pitta constitutional type, you may want to let the water cool to room temperature before drinking.



The important thing is to eat foods every day that boost your energy, rather than relying on artificial boosters when you feel your energy sag, because there will always be a negative side-effect.