This is a busy time of year for many of us.  Shopping, decorating, baking, hosting family or traveling to Grandma’s house can really be exhausting!  Yes, it’s fun and yes, it’s expected of us to do our part and enjoy the season.  I don’t know about you but I’m worn out and I’m just now coming into the home stretch with last minute activities.  What are you doing to keep your spirits and your energy up?  It’s easy to say “Take some time and give yourself a break,” but it’s easier said than done.

It may be the season for exhaustion, as well as cheer, but sometimes our bodies are trying to send a message.  One supplement that could help, offered in many forms, has been called the newest energy booster.  Used to lose weight, improve the health of your skin, reduce stress and give you an energy boost, the vitamin B12 could be the answer to your short term overload.  Our body’s ability to get enough B12 through diet is limited.  It is added to many cereals but is also found naturally in shellfish and meat such as liver and beef, and in dairy products including cheese and eggs.  Injections have been found to be the most effective method for providing B12 in a usable form, although it is also available in pill and liquid.  Vitamin B12 deficiency can be dangerous if extreme and warning signs are fatigue and muscle weakness.  Your waning energy may not be caused by a deficiency but you could find some relief and much needed energy with B12 supplements.

Feeling run down makes the holidays more difficult, a time which some people already find depressing.  Look into your options for improving how you face the season: get more rest, look into vitamin B12, and yes, try to take some time for yourself.  As soon as I wrap one more gift, I’m off to take a bubble bath!

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