Eating for Energy Contributors to lack of energy: l Dehydration. Get enough water by drinking a full glass at every meal, and one every time you go to the bathroom. l Anemia. Too much is as bad as not enough. See your doctor to determine whether you have anemia and how to treat it. l Skipping breakfast. Skipping meals lowers your metabolism. l Eating a large lunch. Large meals force your body to use precious energy stores for the huge task of digestion. Eat smaller, more frequent meals to keep your energy level consistent. l Poor meal composition. A good mix of complex carbs, protein and fat ensures slower digestion with an even distribution of blood sugar levels and a constant supply of ene…