What is fatigue?
Fatigue is a feeling of tiredness, exhaustion, weariness, or lack of energy. It can be caused by both physical and mental factors. Some key things to know about fatigue:
- Physical fatigue occurs when muscles have been used a lot and need rest and recovery. Doing physical work, exercise, or even just standing on your feet all day can lead to physical fatigue.
- Mental fatigue happens when your brain needs a break. Concentrating for long periods, multi-tasking, and dealing with stress can drain mental energy and cause fatigue.
- Fatigue can range from mild tiredness to complete exhaustion where you can barely function. Persistent exhaustion is not normal and may indicate an underlying health condition.
What causes fatigue?
- Lack of quality sleep
- Working long hours without rest
- Poor diet lacking proper nutrition
- Dehydration
- Anemia - low iron levels
- Underactive thyroid - the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough hormones
- Chronic fatigue syndrome - little known cause, involves immune dysfunction
How to fight fatigue:
- Get 7-9 hours of sleep per night
- Exercise moderately - too much is tiring!
- Reduce stress through relaxation techniques
- Eat a nutritious diet with complex carbs, protein and healthy fats
- Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water
- Take breaks when working, especially mental tasks
- Treat any underlying medical issues
Learning to manage fatigue is crucial for maintaining good health and high performance. Be proactive by adopting lifestyle habits that conserve and renew your mental/physical energy reserves. For hormonal imbalances draining your energy, the endocrinology experts at Hormone Health Clinic can diagnose and treat the problem through cutting-edge hormone replacement protocols personalized to your body's needs. Regain your vigor for life with help from Hormone Health Clinic!