Tiredness & Fatigue

Addressing Low Energy and Chronic Fatigue Naturally

Are you feeling more tired than usual?

When did it start? How did you used to feel?

Fatigue is one of the most common complaints I hear from my patients. We all feel tired sometimes and it’s normal if we have exercised hard, haven’t slept enough or are unwell.  However, constantly feeling tired and lacking in energy is not ok, and may be a sign that something is not right.

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When you’re tired, it’s tempting to have another coffee or reach for an energy drink or sugary snack. While this may give you a short term boost it’s only masking the root cause of your fatigue, and probably having further negative health effects.

A better and more permanent approach to beating fatigue is to work out the real cause and start making some changes. Fatigue can result from poor diet, lack of nutrients, dehydration, lack of exercise or lack of sleep. Fatigue can also result from chronic illness, chronic pain or depression. Other causes include anxiety, stress, respiratory or cardiovascular impairment, thyroid conditions, chronic infections, hormone imbalances, poor nutrition, alcohol or certain medications, hypoglycaemia and adrenal gland depletion.

Causes

How Can I help?

  • Assess the causes of your tiredness and fatigue
  • Assist with any underlying health conditions contributing to your fatigue
  • Help you to identify and make the necessary dietary changes
  • Provide supplemental support according to your individual needs
  • Help you to make long lasting lifestyle changes to improve your energy and vitality
How to Overcome Fatigue

Vitamins, herbs and supplements for fighting fatigue

Making dietary and lifestyle changes will almost always be recommended.  We also use herbs and nutritional supplements to support your recovery.

For example:

  • Herbal adaptogens such as Rhodiola and Ginseng have been shown to improve energy, physical and intellectual performance and are beneficial for depression, insomnia and anxiety. Korean Ginseng is an adaptogen and tonic helpful for physical or mental exhaustion and stress.
  • Adrenal herbs and nutrients can relieve long term stress and adrenal depletion often associated with fatigue. Rehmannia and Licorice are both adrenal tonic herbs used in adrenal depletion. They also have significant anti-inflammatory activity which is useful as inflammation and pain are often a cause of fatigue.
  • B Vitamins will improve energy production and overall nutrition. They support a healthy nervous system, help relieve symptoms of stress and anxiety, and improve sleep which will lead to improved energy.
  • You may need some sleep support – changing your evening routine, evening meal, wind down time along with nutrients and herbs to help you relax and sleep better.

Regular exercise, an improved diet and supplementing with the right herbs and nutrients can help to boost your energy and vitality. However, not everyone’s needs are the same.  That’s why seeing a naturopath for a comprehensive assessment is important to ensure that you are supported with an individual treatment program to meet your specific needs.

If you are ready to take control of your own health, call me at Brunswick Naturopathy (0403 755 584) or book an online appointment.

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