Why is fatigue such a common problem?
There are many different reasons for people experiencing fatigue. It can be as a symptom of a number of health conditions, including viruses or bacterial infections. Fatigue can also occur as a result of stress. The problem is a common one with the numbers of people reporting this issue rising constantly.
Could stress be the cause of fatigue?
There are a number of natural approaches that can help after health conditions have been discounted. When the fatigue is not a symptom of another illness, the cause is often as a result of some form of stress. If this stress is ignored there is a chance of the condition developing into a chronic state as is the case in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or M.E. (Myalgic Encephomyalitis).
Prevent it from getting worse!
Over 2% of the population are now estimated to be suffering from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or ME. Stress can be reduced naturally using the right techniques. These techniques can be used to reduce stress related fatigue which helps to prevent the development of a chronic condition.
Why relax when I am already fatigued?
For some people, the thought of relaxing feels pointless when they are attempting to improve their energy levels. The point is, when the system is under stress, there is a constant switched-on tendency. This activation of the stress response is a major factor in the cause of fatigue.
What can I do to reduce fatigue?
A fatigued system can benefit from regular deep relaxation of the mind and body. This type of relaxation is different to the kind we experience whilst sleeping. There are many forms of focused relaxation techniques that are easy to perform. Guided relaxation recordings can be helpful for some.
Breathing practices
Breathing techniques have been used in Eastern traditions through Yoga, Tai Chi and Chi Gung for thousands of years. Western medical science has more recently discovered the many physiological benefits of focused breathing techniques. Shallow breathing is a symptom of stress and anxiety. This poor quality breathing leads to more physical tension and becomes a cause for more stress and fatigue.
Self-applied tapping techniques
Acupuncture is proven to be an excellent intervention for reducing stress. Research indicates that acupressure can be even more effective than the use of needles for conditions such as anxiety and stress. Tapping techniques are a form of acupressure that can easily be self-applied. Through tapping specific points on the head and body with the finger tips it is possible to rapidly reduce symptoms of stress, reducing fatigue.
Are you drinking enough water?
Dehydration is a common cause of fatigue. We are made of mostly water and so we need adequate water to operate at optimum levels. Drinks like tea and coffee act as diuretics which cause us to lose valuable fluid. Sweet carbonated drinks take considerable effort for our system to extract any usable water. Try replacing some regular drinks with warm or cold fresh drinking water.
Eating the right foods helps
Avoid sweets, chocolate and other processed sugary foods as a pick-me-up. These might increase energy in the short term, but cause a dip in energy soon afterwards. If you are looking for something sweet, try fresh or dried fruit. Foods containing complex carbohydrates including wholegrain, oats, muesli, and brown rice are beneficial. These break down more slowly than the simple carbs in sugary foods and provide a more steady stream of energy.
To sum-up
There are many stresses in our lives that are unavoidable and lead to fatigue. The world that we live in over stimulates us and encourages constant communication. We need to take time-out of our busy lives in order to nurture and rest our systems. It only takes a few minutes a day to reduce stress using natural and effective techniques.
There are many different reasons for people experiencing fatigue. It can be as a symptom of a number of health conditions, including viruses or bacterial infections. Fatigue can also occur as a result of stress. The problem is a common one with the numbers of people reporting this issue rising constantly.
Could stress be the cause of fatigue?
There are a number of natural approaches that can help after health conditions have been discounted. When the fatigue is not a symptom of another illness, the cause is often as a result of some form of stress. If this stress is ignored there is a chance of the condition developing into a chronic state as is the case in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or M.E. (Myalgic Encephomyalitis).
Prevent it from getting worse!
Over 2% of the population are now estimated to be suffering from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or ME. Stress can be reduced naturally using the right techniques. These techniques can be used to reduce stress related fatigue which helps to prevent the development of a chronic condition.
Why relax when I am already fatigued?
For some people, the thought of relaxing feels pointless when they are attempting to improve their energy levels. The point is, when the system is under stress, there is a constant switched-on tendency. This activation of the stress response is a major factor in the cause of fatigue.
What can I do to reduce fatigue?
A fatigued system can benefit from regular deep relaxation of the mind and body. This type of relaxation is different to the kind we experience whilst sleeping. There are many forms of focused relaxation techniques that are easy to perform. Guided relaxation recordings can be helpful for some.
Breathing practices
Breathing techniques have been used in Eastern traditions through Yoga, Tai Chi and Chi Gung for thousands of years. Western medical science has more recently discovered the many physiological benefits of focused breathing techniques. Shallow breathing is a symptom of stress and anxiety. This poor quality breathing leads to more physical tension and becomes a cause for more stress and fatigue.
Self-applied tapping techniques
Acupuncture is proven to be an excellent intervention for reducing stress. Research indicates that acupressure can be even more effective than the use of needles for conditions such as anxiety and stress. Tapping techniques are a form of acupressure that can easily be self-applied. Through tapping specific points on the head and body with the finger tips it is possible to rapidly reduce symptoms of stress, reducing fatigue.
Are you drinking enough water?
Dehydration is a common cause of fatigue. We are made of mostly water and so we need adequate water to operate at optimum levels. Drinks like tea and coffee act as diuretics which cause us to lose valuable fluid. Sweet carbonated drinks take considerable effort for our system to extract any usable water. Try replacing some regular drinks with warm or cold fresh drinking water.
Eating the right foods helps
Avoid sweets, chocolate and other processed sugary foods as a pick-me-up. These might increase energy in the short term, but cause a dip in energy soon afterwards. If you are looking for something sweet, try fresh or dried fruit. Foods containing complex carbohydrates including wholegrain, oats, muesli, and brown rice are beneficial. These break down more slowly than the simple carbs in sugary foods and provide a more steady stream of energy.
To sum-up
There are many stresses in our lives that are unavoidable and lead to fatigue. The world that we live in over stimulates us and encourages constant communication. We need to take time-out of our busy lives in order to nurture and rest our systems. It only takes a few minutes a day to reduce stress using natural and effective techniques.
About the Author:
About author: Russell Stubbs provides free information and resources for reducing fatigue at www.fatigueguide.com. He is a UK Advanced Lightning Process Practitioner He runs ME / Chronic Fatigue Syndrome recovery courses in the UK, Norway and Denmark. Visit the website for information on Lightning Process courses in the UK
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