2007-03-09 16:45:34 · 14 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Mental Health
When I was doing emergency response to natural disasters, we just used lots of coffee. After a few days of 24-hour shifts, it is dangerous not to give in and sleep. So whatever you do, get some sleep. Try for at least 3 hours a night. You can go on that way for several weeks, but your performance will deteriorate.
2007-03-09 16:54:14 · answer #1 · answered by ? 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Of course there is caffeine, in all its guises, from Frappuccinos to Vivarin, but sometimes caffeine simply isn't enough, or it is too much. If you can't create on coffee nerves, take heart. Try some of these alternative methods to get you through the night. And, next time, kids, promise us you'll start that project sooner!!!
1. Keep the room very cold. Use old wooly gloves with the fingers cut out so you can grip the pen or tap the keyboard.
2. Eat a Slim Jim or other sufficiently pungent foodstuff. Your breath will keep your head from dropping to your chest.
3. AVOID...your bed, hot showers/baths, the horizontal position and "easy listening" music.
4. Wash your face and brush your teeth once an hour.
5. Change your clothes, right down to your underwear. No jammies!!
6. Go for a brisk run in the cool night air, or take walks every couple hours. Not only will it jolt your sleepy nerves, it's good for your heart, too.
2007-03-10 00:53:58 · answer #2 · answered by hahaha 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Caffiene is a common method, but it does not really work that well as it will keep you awake at the wrong time (at night) and fast asleep at the wrong time (for example, the important examination)
Technically, nothing can keep you awake if you are tired and fatigued, however mints are said to be able to perk you up. Try eating some mints or maybe brushing your teeth with a minty toothpaste. And on the way, wash your face too. That will refresh you and keep you awake.
2007-03-10 00:56:12 · answer #3 · answered by JamesGoh 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Taking vitamin B regularly is know to boost your natural energy. While caffeine is a good quick fix, as soon as the effects wear off, you'll be more tired that before. Make sure your getting enough sleep (7-9 hours, depending on your age), and light cardio will give you a pick-me-up too. Healthy carbs (light wheat bread) and protein keep up your energy levels as well.
Also, make sure your not sleeping too much. You might notice that if you sleep longer that usual, you'll feel sluggish during the day.
2007-03-10 00:56:53 · answer #4 · answered by ♥ BuffaloGirl ♥ 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Vault Soft Drink
2007-03-10 12:59:32 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Without drugs? I would say plenty of exercise and rest. Green Tea is supposed to be good for that and it only has half the caffeine of coffee.
2007-03-10 00:49:02 · answer #6 · answered by moobiemuffin 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You may be surprised, but chewing gum works wonders for me while driving. I guess it has something to do with your body not wanting to fall asleep while eating. Gum is great if you don't want to do any caffeine or other drugs.
2007-03-10 00:55:56 · answer #7 · answered by vrrJT3 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Caffeine is a common method, so is a good night sleep.
2007-03-10 00:49:56 · answer #8 · answered by DEE 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Either Monster or SOBE energy drinks, they keep me up for as long as I need to.
2007-03-10 00:53:28 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
get couple of red bulls energy drinks
and ur up all night ;0
2007-03-10 00:52:18 · answer #10 · answered by nabs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋