Are you always looking for a break from what your doing? Is a nap never too much? Many people seem to suffer from chronic fatigue, and there may be serious health issues behind it. Oftentimes, this constant tiredness might stem from conditions only a doctor could both determine and cure. It’s best you seek help if you do lack energy constantly.
If you’re wondering what might be causing you to be tired, these are the most common reasons that can cause it. If you suspect you might be suffering from any of these, you’re going to want to consider paying your doctor a visit. A check-up is never too much.
Nutrition related issues
Fatigue can often be caused by nutrition related problems. For example, a certain food intolerance or some type of nutritional deficiency can be causing you to feel tired all the time. One of the most common deficiencies that causes fatigue is anemia: it’s a blood condition that can cause lack of folic acid, iron or vitamin B12.
Other nutrients you might lack, like for example potassium, can also make you feel tired. The solution is as easy as getting a blood test. This will determine what you are lacking, and how much of it. Then, once you know what your blood “looks like”, you can seek help at a dietitian. They will tell you how you have to change your diet.
The same goes for food intolerances or allergies. Many people don’t realize they suffer from intolerances or allergies to certain foods, which makes them feel worse and worse. This is why it’s important you check with your doctor. Eating things you shouldn’t can come with serious health consequences.
Too much exercise
Working out too much and ingesting too little calories can be a serious cause of fatigue. This fatigue is caused by the “starvation mode” your body goes into. This means that instead of losing weight, your body enters into panic mode. This ends up being counterproductive, as you will store more fat instead of losing it. Try not to stop eating, but instead, have a healthy diet with good portions. Don’t starve yourself.
Unhealthy sleeping patterns
It’s not the same talking about not sleeping well for a night and feeling tired the next day, than the fatigue of adopting irregular sleeping patterns. You should have a constant and healthy sleeping routine: getting enough hours of sleep (but not too many either). It’s also important you sleep through the whole night, instead of taking various naps during the day, for example. Not sleeping the way you should can cause serious fatigue, leaving you feeling unwell throughout the whole day.
Thyroid issues
Extreme fatigue can be a sign of other underlying health issues. For example, you can feel tired because your thyroid is underactive: this means that it doesn’t produce enough hormones. So remember, be on the lookout for tiredness, as it could be your body telling you you have serious health issues. Hypothyroidism can be diagnosed through a simple thyroid function test, as can many other conditions.
Diabetes
Diabetes, or high blood glucose can be causing fatigue, too. Suffering from diabetes might cause your cells to not get enough oxygen, which can be the cause behind your tiredness. It has been proved that diabetes keeps increasing amongst the general population throughout the years, so it’s important you get tested on these types of conditions, especially after the age of 30, even if it’s just in case.
Depression
Mental health issues are the most common reason why people suffer of tiredness. However, it’s not the only side-effect depression might have. This mental condition comes with other health-complications like weight loss or gain, anxiety and lack of appetite. If you think you might suffer from depression, seeking professional help is key. On top of that, a great measure to follow is consuming foods that may improve your mood.
However, don’t expect it to immediately go away; that’s impossible. Many factors can cause you to suffer from depression: take a look at your overall lifestyle. What can you change to feel better? Nevertheless, it’s never a bad idea to seek professional help, as depression can sometimes be caused by a chemical imbalance. They will provide a better perspective on what is happening with your health.
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