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Do you wake up already feeling exhausted, wondering how you’ll make it through the day? You’re not alone. MS fatigue can be one of the most difficult symptoms to manage, especially when it feels like your energy has been drained before the day even begins.

But the good news is, there are daily habits that can help. After eight years of living with MS and working with thousands of others on their journey, I’ve gathered seven simple, realistic tricks that help you better manage fatigue and even generate more consistent energy.

These are small changes you can start today, no drastic overhauls needed. Let’s dive in.

1. Hydrate First Thing in the Morning

Before reaching for coffee, start your day with water. Overnight, your body detoxifies and dehydrates, so rehydrating supports that natural process, kickstarts energy, and helps improve mental clarity.

Pro tip: Set a glass of water by your bed or in the bathroom the night before. That way, it’s the first thing you reach for in the morning.

2. Take Your Supplements Consistently

Supplements can make a real difference for MS fatigue if taken regularly. My top three for energy and neurological support:

• B vitamins: Help with myelin repair and energy production.
• CoQ10: Supports mitochondria, your body’s energy centers.
• Organ meat capsules: Nutrient-rich and anti-inflammatory.

Add supplements to a routine, like after breakfast, so they become automatic.

3. Eat a Protein-Based Breakfast

What you eat in the morning sets the tone for your energy. Protein stabilizes blood sugar and prevents mid-morning crashes.

Quick ideas:

• A smoothie with collagen protein or hemp seeds
• Chia pudding with nuts and seeds
• A breakfast hash with leafy greens

Balanced meals with protein, healthy fats, and greens go a long way in managing fatigue.

4. List Your Top 3 Priorities

Brain fog can make focus tough. Combat this by identifying your top three tasks each day. It reduces overwhelm and helps you stay on track even during low-energy days.

Use a weekly brain dump to organize your thoughts, then narrow down your focus daily. This habit makes your to-do list feel manageable and keeps you moving forward.

5. Choose the Right Level of Exercise

Movement helps generate energy. But only when it’s the right kind. Gentle exercise like stretching, walking, or yoga improves circulation and boosts endorphins without overexerting your system.

Your movement should feel nourishing, not draining. Aim for consistency, not intensity.

6. Eat or Drink Your Leafy Greens

Leafy greens are powerhouses for managing MS and boosting energy:

• Rich in vitamins and antioxidants
• Support nerve health and reduce inflammation
• Keep blood sugar stable
• Improve gut health and immunity

Easy ways to add greens:

• Add to smoothies
• Sauté as a dinner side
• Toss into soups or stir-fries

Want more help with greens? Join my 5-Day Smoothie Challenge for recipes, demos, and a plan to start feeling better with every sip.

7. Prioritize Sleep

Sleep is when the real healing happens. During quality sleep, your body repairs myelin, reduces inflammation, detoxifies the brain, and resets your immune system.

To improve sleep:

• Avoid screens 30 minutes before bed
• Move bedtime up in small increments
• Aim for 10 pm to 6 am sleep cycle

Sleep is not a luxury. It’s the foundation for managing MS fatigue and showing up as your best self each day.

These seven daily tricks might be simple, but they are powerful. Start with just one or two and build from there. Over time, they can dramatically improve your energy and help you feel more like you again.

You don’t need to overhaul your life. Just start with small, doable habits that support your energy and wellbeing.

Want More Encouragement Like This? Tune into this week’s special episode of My MS Podcast: 🎧 S6E4: 7 Daily Tricks to Boost Energy and Ease Fatigue and Listen now to My MS Podcast