Feeling drained? These battery drainers are zapping all your energy: study

If you’re tired reading this, you’re not alone.One in three Americans are drained before the day even starts.And what precious energy they do have is quickly zapped away, according to a survey of 2,000 people which pinpointed what drains Americans’ energy the most.  Results showed that the pain of being interrupted, being forced to engage in awkward small talk and being on the receiving end of unsolicited advice are some of the biggest “battery drainers,” according to new research.The survey conducted by Talker Research on behalf of Zipfizz examined the energy levels of 2,000 Americans and asked them to name the things that zap their energy day to day and their social stamina.Dull interactions, even duller weather and worries over finances were among the most common drains.Additional social energy suckers were dealing with office gossip (6%), being subjected to overly personal conversations with coworkers (4%) and colleagues showing you something on their phone (3%).No wonder then a further one in three blamed their jobs for leaving them drained.And it’s not just our jobs leaving us drained.

The survey also found the biggest hits to our physical energy were lack of quality sleep (42%) and the never-ending cycle of housework (28%).While 56% of participants said they believe staying hydrated plays a key role in their energy levels, the average reported water intake was just 5.3 cups per day, well below the recommended 15.5.And that lack of hydration, sleep and social drainage all take their toll with many Americans reporting crashes during the day.The average American starts to fade by 11:54 a.m.— right before lunch.So how do people power through the dreaded mid-day slump? A quick caffeine fix (25%), turning up the music (15%) or sneaking in a nap (14%) are the go-to energy boosts for getting through the day.Thirteen percent reported exercising or mindful movement, while 8% said they take a break to enjoy the outdoors if they feel their energy cras...