How to Fight Fatigue
Fatigue can be caused by anxiety, illness, a poor diet, or a sleep disorder. Identifying the source of the problem will help you to solve it.
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Things You'll Need
- Bottled Water
- Herbal Teas
- Calcium Supplement
- Potassium Supplement
- Vitamin C
Instructions
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Make an appointment with a counselor to find constructive solutions to stressful problems or depression.
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Sign up for a stress-management class or a relaxing activity such as meditation or yoga. Anxiety can exhaust you.
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Exercise a few times a week to improve your overall energy and reduce stress or anxiety.
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Improve your sleeping conditions. Buy a new mattress if yours is uncomfortable, and make sure your room is a comfortable temperature, dark, and quiet.
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Maintain a diet that supports steady energy levels. That means eating several small meals a day (including a breakfast that includes complex carbohydrates and protein) and avoiding refined sugar and caffeine.
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Drink at least eight glasses of water a day, since dehydration can cause fatigue.
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Be sure you're getting enough calcium and potassium. Deficiencies of these nutrients are associated with fatigue.
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Tips & Warnings
If you wake up in the morning as tired as you were when you went to bed, or have trouble sleeping through the night, you may be suffering from a sleep disorder.
If you have any questions or concerns, contact a physician or other healthcare professional before engaging in any activity related to health and diet. This information is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice or treatment.
