But perhaps one reason some of us experience fatigue is a diet skewered toward consuming protein in large quantities.
High protein meals build muscle and restore our bodies on a cellular level, but a lack of quality carbohydrates makes it much more difficult for our bodies to produce energy. Here's the catch: Not all carbohydrates are good for sustained energy. Refined sugars, found in sodas and candy bars, give you a quick energy fix but do not provide a good source of long lasting fuel, typically leaving the body in what's referred to as a "crash" state after they rush through the digestive system.