Energy Support Guide

Your body needs energy for everything from thinking to moving. Learn how energy metabolism works and how nutrition, healthy habits, and supportive ingredients can fit into your routine.¹–³

✅ Reviewed by Jamieson's Science Team

Quick Answers

What is energy metabolism?

It is the series of processes your body uses to produce energy for its cells.¹

Which nutrients support energy metabolism?

B vitamins and magnesium support energy metabolism, while iron helps form red blood cells.²

Does vitamin B12 give everyone more energy?

Vitamin B12 supports energy metabolism, but taking more does not provide extra energy when you already get enough.²,⁵

Do everyday habits affect energy?

Yes. Balanced meals, regular movement, sufficient sleep, and stress management can all make a difference.³

What is energy support?

Energy support is about helping your body perform the everyday processes that keep you thinking, moving, and functioning. Your body gets energy from food and transforms it into a form its cells can use.¹ 

Nutrients do not provide energy in the same way food does. Instead, vitamins and minerals help support energy metabolism, red blood cell formation, muscle function, and other processes involved in feeling and functioning at your best.²

How does your body make energy?

Your body breaks food down into nutrients, including carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. Inside your cells, these nutrients move through a series of reactions that produce adenosine triphosphate, or ATP. ATP acts as a readily available source of energy for cellular functions.¹ 

This energy helps power processes throughout the body, including muscle contraction, nerve signalling, tissue formation, and everyday movement. Vitamins and minerals support many of the reactions involved, but they do not directly “boost” metabolism or create energy on their own.¹,² 

Key Ingredients for Energy Support Guide

Vitamin B

B vitamins help support energy metabolism and the body’s ability to metabolize nutrients. Vitamin B12 also helps form red blood cells and supports normal nervous system function.²

Iron

Iron helps form red blood cells and supports their proper function. Getting enough can help prevent iron-deficiency anemia and its associated tiredness and fatigue.²

Magnesium

Magnesium helps support energy metabolism, normal muscle function, electrolyte balance, and the normal function of the nervous system.²

Ginseng

Panax ginseng is used in herbal medicine as an adaptogen to help increase energy and resistance to stress over time, including mental and physical fatigue related to stress.⁶

What daily habits can support your energy? 

  • Eat regular meals: Balanced meals and snacks give your body a steady source of nutrients. 
  • Start with a little movement: A short walk can help you feel more alert and ready to move.³ 
  • Build activity gradually: Alternate activity with rest as you develop your routine.³ 
  • Protect your sleep: Consistent, quality sleep gives your body time to rest and recover.³ 
  • Watch late-day stimulants: Caffeine, nicotine, and alcohol can interfere with sleep and contribute to fatigue.³ 

Start with what you need, then choose a product that fits your life.

  • Know your goal: Everyday nutritional support or a specific nutrient you may be missing? 
  • Check the label: Review ingredients, amounts, directions, and overlap with other supplements. 
  • Consider your diet: Think about the nutrients you regularly get from food. 
  • Consider medications: Some medications can affect energy or interact with supplements. 
  • Find the right fit: Choose a format and schedule you can follow consistently. 
  • Look for quality: Check for an eight-digit NPN and testing for purity, potency, and identity. 

For more than 100 years, Jamieson has combined scientific expertise with rigorous quality testing. Every product is backed by the Jamieson 360 Quality Promise. 

*It is important to consult your trusted healthcare practitioner before adding any new natural health supplement to your routine.

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FAQs
Is low energy the same as fatigue?

Low energy may describe feeling tired or less alert. Fatigue is a more persistent feeling of exhaustion or lack of energy that may have many possible causes.⁴

Will vitamin B12 give me extra energy?

Vitamin B12 supports energy metabolism and red blood cell formation. However, a B12 supplement is unlikely to increase energy if you already get enough and are not deficient.²,⁵

Who may have difficulty getting enough vitamin B12?

Older adults, people following vegan or vegetarian diets, and those with certain digestive conditions or surgeries may have a greater risk of vitamin B12 inadequacy. Some medications can also affect absorption.⁵

Sources
  1. Dunn, J., & Grider, M. H. “Physiology, Adenosine Triphosphate.” StatPearls. Updated February 13, 2023. Accessed July 14, 2026. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK553175/ 
  2. Health Canada. “Multi-Vitamin/Mineral Supplements Monograph.” Natural and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate. Updated June 26, 2026. Accessed July 14, 2026. https://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/dbImages/mono_multivitaminmineral-supplements_english.pdf 
  3. HealthLink BC. “Quick Tips: Having Enough Energy to Stay Active.” Updated October 10, 2022. Accessed July 14, 2026. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/healthwise/quick-tips-having-enough-energy-stay-active 
  4. HealthLink BC. “Weakness and Fatigue.” Accessed July 14, 2026. https://www.healthlinkbc.ca/healthwise/weakness-and-fatigue 
  5. National Institutes of Health, Office of Dietary Supplements. “Vitamin B12: Fact Sheet for Health Professionals.” Updated July 2, 2025. Accessed July 14, 2026. https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminB12-HealthProfessional/ 
  6. Health Canada. “Panax Ginseng Monograph.” Natural and Non-prescription Health Products Directorate. Updated June 27, 2025. Accessed July 14, 2026. https://webprod.hc-sc.gc.ca/nhpid-bdipsn/dbImages/mono_ginseng-panax_english.pdf