I have sort of an allergic reaction to caffeine and definatly need to stay up sometimes to work on papers and final exams, etc. without caffeine. any suggestions or things that may have worked for you in the past?
2006-12-10 19:23:36 · 10 answers · asked by Morgan W 2 in Health ➔ Other - Health
coca leaves are good, but illegal in the US (they can be used to synthesize cocaine), but the kola nut from Africa is good for what you need - it also works as an appetite suppressant. You would have to look hard to find this though.
2006-12-10 19:33:39 · answer #1 · answered by tecsklls9 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I totally understand where you're coming from! I'm a college student too and sometimes the only time I can get homework done is late at night when it's quiet! But then I get so tired. Anyway, I don't have a lot of suggestions. One thing I've tried that has worked before is I get a big bag of sunflower seeds and keep my mouth busy cracking the shells. It helps 'cuz it keeps me alert. That way I'm not just sitting still doing nothing but reading, etc. Besides caffeine, I don't know what else works. Usually I just try to stay awake on my own, but I know...it's hard!!! Oh, by the way, DO NOT eat chocolate!!! I've tried eating chocolate late at night while studying. For a little while after I ate it I perked up and was ok, but after a while, the little candy "high" wore off, and I was worse than before I ate it! I felt drowsy and just 'bleh.' And plus, candy isn't that good to use as a stimulant, 'cuz it's not good to eat a lot of sugar late at night. (although I have been guilty of this ;))
2016-05-23 04:33:23 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
the other suggestions are good ones. also, a 20 minute power nap beforehand helps to boost your energy to start with. limit it to 20 minutes, any more and you'll be groggy for studying, any less and its pointless. after your nap, grab a bite to eat (nothing too much, just a snack) and do something to get your mind moving (like a fun yet stimulating game, sudoku maybe?). be sure you aren't too sleepy when you are working otherwise you aren't getting anything valuable accomplished and will just be harming your body for no reason. good luck on finals! i'm in the same boat here too.
2006-12-10 19:37:37 · answer #3 · answered by special_kt9 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
in the future, try taking a legal amphetamine. it will give you some energy and really get you focused, almost excited about doing your work, believe it or not.
try going for a quick run or do some jumping jacks. exercise will increase blood flow to all your body parts, including you brain. it will give you more energy for at least 2 hours.
2006-12-10 19:44:26 · answer #4 · answered by ♥Rabeka♦ 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try to do in-between minimal exercises whenever u feel sleepy while studying.. or jump for few times and stretch.. don't eat alot of carbo before studying it will send u to sleep..
2006-12-10 19:26:50 · answer #5 · answered by water nixie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You could try chewing some gum. That will keep you active yet not distracted from your work.
2006-12-10 19:31:48 · answer #6 · answered by blastie123456789 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
when you feel sleepy, just eat....it works for me.....ok, here's a list:
1. just eat
2. stand up and stretch
3. splash your face with water
p.s. 10 jumping jacks and smile while you're doing it (my friend told me)
----hope, this helps!
2006-12-10 19:29:26 · answer #7 · answered by ding87 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put ice cubes on sensitive places (depends where based on your gender).
2006-12-10 19:27:48 · answer #8 · answered by Wocka wocka 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
take a cold shower, blow cold air on your face, play loud music, eat sugar...
2006-12-10 19:30:55 · answer #9 · answered by angie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hey do you know the filipino novel titled "ibon adarna"...you know the main character did to wake himself is he cuts himself with a knife and puts some lemon in it so the pain will keep him awake....if you want you can do that but i suggest you wash your face when you're feeling sleepy
2006-12-10 19:35:31 · answer #10 · answered by Cirno 7 · 0⤊ 3⤋