Fatigue
Chronic fatigue syndrome is a problem that many people face. It’s more than just feeling tired for a few days. Chronic fatigue syndrome is a feeling of fatigue for more than six months. It can also be accompanied by problems with concentration and memory.
Sometimes, in addition to feeling fatigued people also experience sore throat, muscle fatigue or pain, and headaches. There is no actual known cause for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. You’ll be diagnosed after other possible causes of your symptoms are ruled out.
While there’s no definitive cause for this syndrome, many researchers believe that it could be related to infections that have occurred previously. For example, if you had a viral infection such as Epstein-Barr it may leave your immune system compromised and lead to this syndrome.
It’s important to see your healthcare provider to rule out other conditions with similar symptoms. Fatigue could be a sign that you have an infection or illness. The good news is that most of the time other conditions are treatable. Continue reading
Fatigue is strongly related to what you eat, how much you eat, and the timing of meals. There are foods that can make you fatigued and foods that energize you. For example, foods high in tryptophan, like turkey, can cause you to feel fatigued and sleepy. Other foods can improve your nutrition so that you feel immense energy instead of fatigue.
Your body runs off fuel that is provided by the food you eat. Cells that support high energy require carbohydrates, healthy enzymes, proteins, vitamins, minerals and healthy fats in order to run properly.
Your body is less fatigued if you eat a healthy diet, and avoid foods that are processed or too high in sugar and fat. Continue reading
