Life Kit: Health Tired of being tired? Natural ways to get the energy you crave
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Feb 19, 2026 
Dr. Amy Shah, a double board-certified physician and nutrition expert focused on gut health and energy. She discusses how gut inflammation can sap your energy. She outlines foods that support gut health and what to avoid. She also covers syncing your circadian clock with sunlight and meal timing. Short lifestyle tweaks and curiosity-driven hobbies can help restore vitality.
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Gut Is An Energy Hub
- The gut communicates with hormones and the immune system to shape energy levels.
- Improving gut health often produces quick energy benefits within days.
Choose Fiber-Rich, Diverse Foods
- Eat fibrous, diverse plant foods like berries, leafy greens, legumes, and cruciferous vegetables to feed beneficial gut bacteria.
- Use frozen or canned options for budget-friendly choices that still support gut health.
Cut Processed Foods And Sugary Drinks
- Avoid processed and ultra-processed foods, fried foods, and sugar-sweetened beverages that spike blood sugar and inflammation.
- Limit meat and saturated fat and favor fermented dairy like yogurt or kefir.
