The majority of us will find ourselves overworked and fatigued from time to time. Fatigue is a term used to describe tiredness that goes beyond being sleepy and tired. Although it may make you want to curl up in bed and forget everything else, it isn’t merely feeling exhausted and weary. It infiltrates all areas of your life, and it has a significant influence on your physical and mental health. It’s very difficult if not impossible to get things done when you’re under its grip.
When all you want to do is sleep, you appear lazy to the rest of the world.
It’s tough to handle fatigue because it’s a tricky symptom or condition. The fatigue can vary from physical fatigue or an emotional one, or simply fatigue as a symptom of some kind of illness. There’s a good possibility that you’re suffering from an underlying medical condition like depression or low blood sugar, which must be treated before you can expect to feel better.
But if we go to the doctor and write off all these conditions then you should take a closer look at your lifestyle and your lifestyle habits. Below you’ll find some natural remedies and advice, in order to get back on your feet and start embracing life as it should.
1. Get active
We’re quick to believe that if we’re tired, we should take a nap. Have you ever noticed that if you lie in bed all day, you become less active? The less active you are the less active you will be. This is due to the fact that sleeping or over-resting has the exact reverse impact we intend, while exercise helps to increase our energy in the long run. The best and healthiest rest comes after some physical activity. And when you do rest after exercise or running or whatever the cause, you get as a bonus that positive mood feeling, unlike the feeling of sitting all day and doing nothing. When active, endorphins are being released so that is why you will feel better.
Directions: Get your pair of shoes and you can either start with some easy running or jogging or simply just get outside. Don’t make your goal overly ambitious in the beginning. It is good even to take your dog for a walk or just simply walk for 20 minutes or so because a little physical activity is far better than no activity at all. However, as soon as it becomes a habit, you may gradually increase the amount of physical activity.
2. Boost red blood cells
Red blood cells are an essential part of the body’s circulatory system, transporting oxygen from the lungs to the tissues. Without a sufficient number of red blood cells, the body would not be able to function properly. There are a variety of ways to boost red-blood-cell production, including exercise, diet, and supplements.
But there is something that is of paramount importance – iron. Our bodies need a lot of iron to function properly. Without it, we would be unable to produce enough red blood cells. The iron-rich protein hemoglobin is found in red blood cells.
A lack of iron means a lack of oxygen in our bodies which means a lot of fatigue.
Directions: 1 cup of fresh dandelion and 1 cup of nettle put into boiling water and steep for 10 minutes or so. Strain and add honey. Drink this tea twice a day.
3. Have a cup of potato water
While a full glass of fresh potato water does not appear to be the ideal thing to unwind with on a hot summer day, it is actually an excellent home cure for tiredness. Potatoes can be soaked in water to create a potassium-rich beverage that will help you feel less tired and lazy since it restores a mineral that many people lack.
Potassium in combination with magnesium is a very important electrolyte that is vital for producing energy in our bodies. Adding calcium to this will boost your muscles and nerve impulses to work properly.
Directions: Take one potato and slice it up. Put the slices into a glass of water and leave it overnight in the fridge. Drink it in the morning.
4. Use citrus
It’s an all-purpose, multipurpose citrus fruit that can be used to make a variety of beverages and dishes. It never goes out of style for home remedies and is always refreshing. One of many healthy ways to start your day is with a glass of water with lemon or whatever citrus fruit. Lemon water is good for a variety of problems, including constipation, but there’s something special about it that revitalizes a weary body. During the day you can take another glass.
Components of lemon water’s fatigue-fighting properties make wonders in terms of keeping us with energy throughout the day.
5. Use some ginseng too
If you’re struggling with fatigue, you might want to consider using ginseng. Ginseng is an herbal root that has been used for centuries as a natural remedy for a variety of ailments. The active ingredients in ginseng are thought to be beneficial in regulating energy levels and reducing stress.
Adaptogens are a family of herbs that have had their effectiveness demonstrated in numerous clinical studies. The name “adaptogen” means “to get used,” and refers to adaptogenic effects on the body such as helping it adjust to stress. It does not matter whether the stress is caused by heat or cold, hunger, or tiredness. They are said to aid the body in managing stress by maintaining and strengthening the adrenal system, which is the body’s command center when it comes to your hormonal response to stress.
Ginseng also has been shown to help reduce levels of cortisol, the “stress hormone”.
Directions: chop 1 inch of fresh ginseng and put it into hot water and steep for 10 minutes. Replace your morning coffee with this delightful new variation in which can be added honey and/or lemon too. Drink ginseng daily to have the effect.
6. Make your own energy drink
While we all need energy to power through our days, many of us turn to store-bought “energy drinks” to give us a boost. However, these drinks are often loaded with sugar and caffeine, which can actually lead to more fatigue in the long run. Not only that, but they can also cause dehydration and interfere with sleep, both of which can contribute to feelings of fatigue.
Make your own instead, since they’re delicious, nutritious, and beneficial to your health. They’ll give you the wonderful long-lasting energy you desire.
7. More Magnesium
I frequently discuss magnesium, but this mineral is essential today and we really do suffer from a lack of it. Magnesium is not generated in the body; rather, it is dependent on us and our diets. Magnesium has a role in more than 300 enzyme systems that regulate a variety of biochemical processes. Magnesium is required for a wide range of functions in the body, including muscular and nerve function, protein synthesis, and energy production.
It is very important to get the much-needed magnesium via a healthy diet rather than as a supplement. Magnesium is found in a variety of plant-based foods, such as artichokes, Brussels sprouts, and kale. Whole grains, nuts, fish, dark green vegetables, and bananas are all excellent sources.
8. Yoga!
Yoga is a spiritual practice as well as a form of physical activity. It helps you relax your mind, focuses your breathing, and control your inner turmoil. Yoga’s actual bodily aspect, like many other types of exercise, will increase your energy levels. A combination of mind and body workouts may give you the sensation that you’re a brand-new person, and it is even considered an alternative medicine for chronic tiredness.
9. It’s time to eat and drink the good stuff
Food and drink are essential for our bodies to function properly. When we don’t fuel ourselves with the right nutrients, we can quickly start to feel fatigued. If you’re like most people, you probably start to feel a bit tired around 3 p.m. That’s because your body is naturally designed to have an energy dip in the afternoon.
But there are some things you can do to fight back against fatigue. One of the best things you can do is to eat and drink the right foods. Foods that are rich in carbohydrates and proteins can help to give you a much-needed boost of energy.
When we take food into our body, our system begins to break it down in a very complex way until it gets glucose, which is the basis of our energy. Glucose, in short, is the energy required for all of our systems to function. It makes up roughly 60% of the body’s total energy requirements and is used by every cell type in the human body (including brain cells).
While all the carbs aren’t good for us. Complex carbs also are turned into glucose so they provide us with energy but simple carbs, those as sugar, cakes, sweets… gives us zero value to our bodies. The only thing that simple carbs are good at is weight gain. Yes, they boost our energy immediately but that energy is lost very quickly.
Keep in mind these fatigue tips:
Know the good from the bad:
Carbohydrates have gotten a bad rap, as they’ve been characterized as either beneficial or detrimental to one’s health. The most realistic answer is that they’re both good and bad for you. But we can quickly distinguish the difference. Educate yourself a little bit so you can know the good ones from the bad ones.
Content ratio:
Carbohydrates that are high in sugar and low in fiber are the worst.
Fiber and more fiber:
Fiber-rich foods are absorbed more slowly than those with little fiber, preventing blood sugar levels from spiking. Whole grains, fruits, vegetables, and beans are all great sources of fiber.
If it is refined and if is processed you know what to do 🙂
White bread and white rice, for example, are devoid of fiber and rich in simple carbohydrates. Fast food, sugary foods, soda, and other obvious items should be avoided as well.
10. Spinach!
Popeye was on to something with spinach and the energy and strength it provides, as cliché as that may sound.
It’s abundant in iron, which can help increase red blood cell counts and provide more energy. Also helps transport oxygen to your cells. Spinach is also rich in magnesium, a mineral that helps convert food into energy. In addition, spinach is an excellent source of vitamins A and C, both of which are important for immune function. It appears to have beneficial effects on muscular function during exercise, according to early research.
Directions: try reaching for a spinach salad or smoothie.
Fatigue is a difficult condition to understand and combat because not only must you figure out what’s causing it, but you must also be dedicated to overcoming it. Of course, this is made more difficult by the fact that you’re constantly weary.
Something that we didn’t mention but is a good ally in the fight with the fatigue is a good old nap.
