Do
you often ask yourself, “Why am I so tired?” Do you feel like no matter how
much sleep you get, you’re still tired all the time? It does not mean you are
lazy.
Getting
a good night’s sleep is important, but how many of us make it a priority.
Stimulants like coffee and energy drinks, alarm clocks, and external lights —
including those from electronic devices — interfere with our circadian rhythm,
or natural sleep/wake cycle. A good night’s sleep is needed to replenish your energy
levels. But if you are getting enough rest and still feel exhausted, then your
low energy level may be an indicator of an underlying problem.
Here are some possible reasons for your fatigue:
Sedentary
Lifestyle –With the technology boom it is common for many people to develop a
sedentary lifestyle, be it office goers or home makers. Everything is available
at your doorstep and easily accessible with apps. However this has a downside.
Your body was made to move, in absence of regular activities, you can
experience mood issues, sluggishness, fatigue, and weight gain.
Regular
exercise does wonders for the body by releasing endorphins, boosting your
stamina and lifting your mood.
Junk
food diet – Diets high in saturated fats, trans fats , processed foods and
added sugars can deplete your energy levels.
Choose a healthy diet filled with many fresh fruits and vegetables.
Stress
– Stress can be a major reason for feeling tired and fatigued. Work life,
personal life, prolonged illness, career pressure all may be reasons of stress.
Make the right choices to avoid being in stressful situations. Try to manage
your stress by yoga, meditation and taking up any hobby you enjoy.
Vitamin
D deficiency – Research suggests a link between low levels of this vitamin, low
energy and depression. Get tested for Vitamin D deficiency & Consult your doctor and take vitamin D supplements if
needed. Regular morning walks in sunlight also help get natural sunlight.
Thyroid
Disease – Fatigue, moodiness and muscle and joint pain are some of its
symptoms. Get yourself tested today. It may be the hidden cause of your fatigue
as the thyroid gland helps control your metabolic rate and energy levels.
Chronic
Fatigue Syndrome – It affects up to 80 percent of adults worldwide and is
caused by a hormonal imbalance. Your adrenal glands release more than 50
different hormones, including the energy-regulating hormones cortisol and
adrenaline. These key hormones increase and decrease according to the amount of
stress being put on your body.
Anaemia – Anaemia is a condition where a
person has a lower than normal level of red blood cells. Anaemia is related to
a low supply of oxygen reaching cells and tissues throughout the body. Felling
tired and fatigued is one of its main symptoms. Not enough omega-3 – Try to
incorporate foods in your diet that provide beneficial omega-3 fatty acids. It
helps to reduce depression, which can make you feel fatigued. Foods rich in
omega-3 include seafood, leafy greens, chia seeds and ground flax seed. Try to
include more of these foods into your diet.
Dehydration
– Dehydration occurs when there is an excessive loss of body fluids, especially
of water and electrolytes. When you’re dehydrated, your heart sends oxygen and
nutrients to your brain, muscles and organs at a slower pace; as a consequence,
you begin to feel fatigued, lethargic, moody.
To
rule out causes for your constant fatigue carry out a preventive health
check-up at Wockhardt Hospital to evaluate your health status.
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