10 Sneaky Culprits of Fatigue

Here’s a problem that I see affecting most all of my clients when they come to me… chronic fatigue and a a lack of energy! They just feel BLAH, all the time…both mentally and physically.

Are you doing things in your routine that can be aggravating the fatigue? Because the truth is, many everyday habits can actually leave you feeling tired, lethargic and it becomes a vicious cycle!

10 Sneaky Culprits of Fatigue & Low Energy

1. Being Sedentary. Not moving your body can make you want to move even LESS! Our bodies are designed to MOVE on a daily basis! Making time for exercise can get your blood pumping, improve your endurance, and boost your energy.

2. Eating processed and refined carbs. These might give you a quick shot of energy thanks to the blood sugar rush … but when your body sends out insulin to remove the sugar, it can make your blood sugar level plummet – leaving you tired and drained.

3. Not getting enough quality sleep. Your body NEEDS sleep to fully recover and recharge, on average 7-8 quality hours per night!

4. Food sensitivities. One side effect of eating foods that your body is sensitive to includes fatigue. If you think that you might have sensitivities, it’s worth checking with your doctor. Common culprits include gluten, dairy, corn, soy, white sugars and flours and artificial sweeteners and ingredients.

5. Eating too LITTLE. Not getting enough fuel (i.e., food) can make you feel tired, leading to blood sugar imbalances, spiking cortisol, our stress hormone, and causing havoc on our hormones long term. Plus it leads can lead to cravings and over eating later!

6. Not getting enough protein. Protein is the building block of our body! Studies show that eating protein boosts your metabolism, and scientists believe this may help prevent tiredness.

7. Drinking too little water. Studies show that being even a little dehydrated can make it harder to stay focused and leave you feeling drained. Our body needs water before food, and we need to be drinking at least half our bodyweight in ounces/per day in order to have proper energy, from the inside out.

8. Relying on Energy drinks (including coffee). Like refined carbs, these can send your energy up before crashing back down. Not only that but caffeine can take up to 8 hours to clear your system, making it harder to get a good night of sleep, adding to the energy drain.

9. Stress. ALL types here! Feeling constantly stressed can definitely deflate your energy, both mentally and emotionally. Just another reason it’s important to have (and follow!) a plan for managing stress.

10. Being in a negative environment. It’s possible to “catch” the moods of the people around you, but being aware of it can help lower your susceptibility, as can finding things that make you feel positive!

Other little known factors to consider:

• Multi-tasking & Over-Stimulation (hello, over-worked nervous system!)
• Nutritional deficiencies
• Excessive technology use & lack of natural sunlight
• Poor Posture
• For women: your menstrual cycle and changes with your hormones during the month. A drop in the last few days before your period (and during your menstrual cycle) you can see a drop in energy & motivation!

Using a functional medicine approach with my clients, we dig deeper & might address:

Underlying health issues
Hormone imbalances
Thyroid function
Sleep apnea
Toxin exposure
Mood and Mental Health
Genetic Factors

Okay, so how many of these sneaky culprits are in your current routine? You might have been surprised to learn about some of these!

If you wanting to improve your energy naturally, then check out my article here for some tips! Tips to Boost your Energy

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