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Other Ingredients
Alpha Lipoic Acid

Alpha lipoic acid is an antioxidant that supports the longevity of the mitochondria, our cellular energy powerhouse. It pairs well with Coq10 in AG1 to promote healthy aging.*

Artichoke

Artichoke leaf helps promote the bioavailability of certain ingredients by supporting digestion. Artichoke leaf helps to stimulate bile release, which aids in the absorption of fat soluble vitamins and phytonutrients.*

Astragalus

Astragalus is an adaptogen that acts in synergy with the immune supportive ingredients in AG1 to support vitality.*

Beta Glucans

Beta glucans are prebiotic fibers – in combination with inulin and apple fiber, they support gut health by feeding the growth of beneficial microbes.*

Broccoli

Broccoli provides a source of nutrients that are foundational for the body, including sulfur-containing phytonutrients.*

Burdock Root

Burdock root contains bitter compounds that promote digestion and support nutrient absorption.*

Calcium

Calcium Carbonate
Calcium carbonate has the highest amount of elemental calcium and is combined with two other forms of calcium for nutrient absorption.*

Calcium Citrate
Of the three forms of calcium in AG1, Calcium citrate supports bioavailability and proper digestion.*

Calcium Phosphate
Calcium phosphate is a partially metabolized form of calcium that has been bound with phosphorus. It is the main form of calcium in bones and teeth.

Chlorella

Chlorella is a superfood recognized for its nutrient density and, of course, its chlorophyll content.

Chromium Picolinate

Chromium picolinate is the most bioavailable form of chromium, an essential foundational nutrient to support a healthy metabolism.*

  • AMOUNT PER SERVING : 25mcg
  • %DV : 71%
Citric Acid

Citric acid enhances absorption of calcium, phosphorus, and magnesium. Because of its antioxidant properties, it also helps preserve the whole foods in AG1.*

Copper

Copper supports the replenishment of foundational nutrients in the body. It is an essential mineral used by the body for energy production and supporting skin, neurological, and cardiovascular health. Paired with zinc, copper helps balance the optimal absorption of both nutrients. Copper and zinc are also components of superoxide dismutase, an important antioxidant enzyme utilized by the immune system.*

  • AMOUNT PER SERVING : 195mcg
  • %DV : 22%
Dandelion Root

Dandelion root is a leafy vegetable with bitter compounds that help soothe the stomach and support the secretion of digestive enzymes.*

Goji Berry

Lycium berry, aka goji berry, provides a source of micro- and phytonutrients that are foundational for the body, like vitamin C.*

Green Tea

Green tea extract provides antioxidants that support various systems in the body.*

Hawthorn Berry

Hawthorn berries contain micronutrients such as vitamin C and phytonutrients, supporting various systems in the body.*

Kelp

Kelp provides a source of phytonutrients, like iodine, that are foundational for the body.*

Manganese

Manganese is an important trace mineral required for all living organisms. It has been studied for its role in cellular health, the production of energy, and support of healthy bones.*

  • AMOUNT PER SERVING: 400mcg
  • %DV: 17%
Milk Thistle

Milk thistle is a source of phytonutrients, like silymarin. It’s known to help defend against environmental stress.*

Pea Protein

Pea protein contains essential amino acids and is used in AG1 to support bioavailability by helping transport nutrients across the gut barrier.*

Policosanol

Policosanol is a plant-based compound that serves as a source of phytonutrients to support the systems of the body.*

Potassium

Potassium phosphate is a vital mineral and electrolyte that’s found naturally in many fruits and vegetables in AG1.

  • AMOUNT PER SERVING: 300mg
  • %DV: 6%
Rose Hips

Rose hips provide a source of phytonutrients that are foundational for the body, like vitamin C.*

Rosemary

Rosemary is an herb that works synergistically with bioflavonoids for enhanced skin health benefits.*

Selenium

Selenium is a trace mineral that's critical to support the body's antioxidant defense systems.*

  • AMOUNT PER SERVING : 20mcg
  • %DV: 36%
Slippery Elm

Slippery elm bark is a digestive supporting herb, with naturally occurring mucilage, known to soothe the gut lining.*

Sodium

Sodium is a vital mineral and electrolyte found naturally in many fruits and vegetables in AG1.*

  • AMOUNT PER SERVING: 45mg
  • %DV: 2%
Spinach

Spinach is a source of both micro- and phytonutrients that are foundational to the body, like calcium and magnesium.*

Stevia

The stevia in AG1 is a pure extract from the stevia rebaudiana leaf. It does not have an impact on blood sugar.*

Vitamin C

Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps combat oxidative stress in skin cells and helps combat visible signs of aging. It also works together with vitamin E to support immune system defense.*

  • AMOUNT PER SERVING : 420mg
  • %DV : 467%

昼の眠気を撃退！パワーナップで午後もスッキリ過ごそう

昼の眠気を撃退！パワーナップで午後もスッキリ過ごそう

お昼ごはんのあと、急に眠気に襲われて集中力がガクッと落ちる…。そんな「午後の眠気」に悩む人は多いですよね。
でも、ちょっとした工夫で午後をスッキリ元気に過ごすことができます💪
今回は「パワーナップ（短時間の昼寝）」のコツや、昼食での工夫を紹介します！

パワーナップとは？

「パワーナップ（Power Nap）」とは、英語で“力を取り戻す短い昼寝”という意味。
通常の昼寝よりも短く、15〜30分程度の仮眠をとることで頭をスッキリさせ、集中力を回復させる方法です😌

昼食後に眠くなるのは、消化のために血流が胃や腸に集まるから。
このとき脳への血流が一時的に減り、自然と眠気を感じるようになります。
加えて、人間の体内リズムもお昼過ぎに一度エネルギーが下がる仕組み。
つまり、昼食後は誰にとっても「休憩タイム」に最適な時間帯なんです。

理想の時間は？

研究によると、15〜20分のパワーナップが最も効果的✨
この時間で脳がリフレッシュし、記憶力や集中力がアップします。

注意したいのは、「長く寝すぎない」こと。
30分以上眠ると深い睡眠に入ってしまい、起きたときに頭がぼんやり（＝睡眠慣性）することも。
10分程度でも少しスッキリする人もいますが、最も効果的なのは15〜20分の短時間仮眠です。

上手にパワーナップするコツ

「すぐに寝るのは難しい…」という人も大丈夫🙆
コツをつかめば、誰でもパワーナップ上手になれます！

🕑 タイミング
昼食後、または朝起きてから8〜9時間後（自然な眠気が来る時間帯）がおすすめ。

🏡 場所
静かでリラックスできる空間を確保。完全な暗闇でなくてもOK。

☕️ コーヒーナップ
仮眠の前にコーヒーやエスプレッソを1杯飲むのも効果的。
カフェインが効き始めるのは約20分後なので、起きる頃にちょうど覚醒効果が出ます！

😴 体勢
横になれなくてもOK。背もたれのある椅子に座って軽く目を閉じるだけでも十分です。

🧘 眠れないときは
無理に寝ようとせず、深呼吸や軽いリラックス法（筋弛緩法など）を試してみてください。

時差ボケにも効く？

海外旅行などで時差があるときも、パワーナップは役立ちます✈️
長時間フライトや睡眠リズムの乱れで眠気が取れないとき、
20〜30分の仮眠＋コーヒーで頭をスッキリさせるのがコツ。

ただし、長く寝すぎると現地時間に体が慣れにくくなるので、
深い睡眠に入る前に起きることが大切です。

職場でもできる！パワーナップの工夫

日本では「職場で昼寝する文化」はまだ一般的ではありませんが、
上手に環境を整えればオフィスでも可能です。

💺 自分のデスクで
ドアを閉めて静かな空間をつくり、リクライニングチェアに背を預けて目を閉じる。

🚗 車の中で
通勤や営業で車を使う人は、昼休みに車内で短時間仮眠。

🕶️ パブリックスペースで
休憩室や公園のベンチなども◎。アイマスクやイヤホンで周囲を遮断すれば快適に。

昼食で眠気を防ぐには

実は、昼食の内容も午後の眠気に大きく影響します🍴
特に注意したいのは以下の食べ物です。

🚫 避けたい食品
・脂っこい揚げ物やクリーム系の料理
・白米やパンなどの精製炭水化物
・お菓子・ジュースなどの糖分の多いもの

✅ おすすめの食事
・鶏むね肉や豆腐、卵などの良質なたんぱく質
・野菜たっぷりのサラダや味噌汁
・玄米や全粒粉パンなどの複合炭水化物

軽めで栄養バランスの良い食事に変えるだけで、午後の集中力が全然違います！

ひと目でわかるポイント

  1. ✅15〜20分のパワーナップで午後の集中力とパフォーマンスがアップ。
  2. ✅寝すぎは逆効果。短時間・明るめの環境で軽く仮眠を。
  3. ✅昼食は脂っこい・甘い・重いメニューを避け、軽め＆栄養重視に。

Fréderic Dutheil, Benjamin Danini, Reza Bagheri u. a.: Effects of a Short Daytime Nap on the Cognitive Performance: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis, in: MDPI Journals, 2021
https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/18/19/10212

Petrox G. Botonis, Nickos Koutouvakis, Argyris G. Toubekis: The impact of daytime napping on athletic performance – A narrative review, in: Viley Online Library, 2021
https://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/abs/10.1111/sms.14060

Omar Boukhris, Khaled Trabelsi, Achraf Ammar, Raouf Abdessalem u. a.: A 90 min Daytime Nap Opportunity is Better Than 40 min for Cognitive and Physical Performance, in: MDPI Journals, 2020
https://www.mdpi.com/1660-4601/17/13/4650

Ruth L. F. Leong, Te Yang Lau, Andrew R. Dicom, Teck Boon Teo, Ju Lynn Ong, Michael W. L. Chee: Influence of mid-afternoon nap duration and sleep parameters on memory encoding, modd, processing speed, and vigilance, in: Oxford Academic Journals, 2023
https://academic.oup.com/sleep/article/46/4/zsad025/7034889?login=false

Maher Souabni, Omar Hammouda, Mohamed Romdhani, Khaled Trabelsi, Achraf Ammar, Tarak Driss: Benefits of Daytime Napping Opportunity on Physical and Cognitive Performances in Physically Active Participants: A Systematic Review, in: Springer Link, 2021
https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s40279-021-01482-1

Ju Lynn Ong, Te Yang Lau, Xuan Kai Lee, Elaine van Rijn, Michael W. L. Chee: A daytime nap restores hippocampal function and improves declarative learning, in: Oxford Academic Journals, 2020
https://academic.oup.com/sleep/article/43/9/zsaa058/5813764?login=false

Luth L. F. Leong, June C. Lo, Michael W. L. Chee: Systematic review and meta-analyses on the effects of afternoon napping on cognition, in: ScienceDirect, 2022
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S108707922200079X

Angus R. Teece, Christopher M. Beaven, Christos K. Argus, Nicholas Gill, Matthew W. Driller: Daytime naps improve afternoon power and perceptual measures in elite rugby union athletes – a randomized cross-over trial, in: Oxford Academic Journals, 2023
https://academic.oup.com/sleep/article/46/12/zsad133/7157067?login=false

National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute USA: Researchers study how daytime naps may influence health, 2023
https://www.nhlbi.nih.gov/news/2023/researchers-study-how-daytime-naps-may-influence-health

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