Do These 8 Things the Next Time You Experience the Afternoon Slump

We've all experienced the dreaded afternoon slump, but there are plenty of ways to work around it. We partnered with Chobani Flip to identify simple ways to perk up.


We’ve all experienced the dreaded afternoon slump, but there are plenty of ways to work around it. We partnered with Chobani Flip to identify simple ways to perk up.



Our bodies spend a lot of energy digesting lunch, which is one of the contributing reasons people get sluggish around 3 p.m. But even though the midday afternoon slump can sometimes feel unavoidable, there are ways to outsmart it. From indulging in protein-rich chocolate snacks to painting your own nails, here are some ways you can ward off the afternoon energy dive and stay focused.

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