How to shut off sleep mode?

If you are feeling excessively sleepy during the day, it might be due to mild dehydration or vitamin deficiencies like B12 or D3. Try drinking water first thing in the morning and consider getting a basic blood panel done if this fatigue continues.

Eating heavy, carb-rich meals like white rice or parathas for lunch always sends the body into a sleep state. I switched to a light vegetarian lunch with salads, sprouts, and curd, which keeps my energy levels stable. Avoiding heavy grains in the afternoon is the best way to stay alert.

The most practical way to shut off day-time sleepiness is to splash cold water on your face and stand up for a 5-minute walk. If your job involves sitting for long hours, keep a bottle of water nearby and take a sip every 20 minutes to keep your brain active.

At my age, my body enters sleep mode the moment I sit on a comfortable sofa! I find that a quick cup of warm ginger tea and a loud, energetic conversation with my family is the only way to snap out of it during the afternoon slump.