Feeling Tired All the Time?

One of the biggest problems women mention to doctors is that they feel tired a lot. They want to find the cause of this fatigue. Here are some factors that need to be considered if one feels tired most of the time.

• Are you trying to do it all? Is it hard to say no? Are you trying to be a super-mom? Practice saying no and it will get easier over time. Overextending one’s time and attention can be a cause for fatigue.
• Do you consume caffeine or energy drinks? Rather than giving the quick fix of energy they promise, these can actually have the opposite effect. It is a good idea to cut back on these and keep in mind that some teas, medications, and chocolate also contain significant amounts of caffeine.
• Are you getting adequate sleep? Five or six hours is not enough, and it can take two weeks for the body to catch up on lost sleep. A good goal is getting eight hours of sleep every night.

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• Do you have a medical condition that is causing the fatigue? Such things as anemia, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, hypothyroidism, sleep apnea, urinary tract infections, heart disease, and food allergies can all be the underlying cause of tiredness.
• Do you have a misalignment in your upper neck vertebrae? This can be caused by an accident or trauma that happened years ago, even if it felt insignificant at the time. Over time, a misalignment in this area can put pressure on the brainstem, causing the central nervous system not to function at its best. Signals are distorted throughout the body and can cause the feeling of fatigue.

It is important for women to take time for themselves to recharge their batteries and refuel their energy. It is important that they put themselves first when it comes to their healthcare. Seeking the care of an upper cervical chiropractor is a step in the right direction. By finding and fixing misalignments in the neck, many women have felt their energy return and report feeling happier and healthier overall.

 

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