Got That Tired Feeling?

In our busy 24/7 world, it's pretty common to feel fatigued. There are lots of different potential causes, including being:
- dehydrated,
Try drinking more non-caffeinated, non-carbonated fluids; eating more foods with high water content, like fruits & veggies; & limiting salt. Search "water" in our blog to learn how to know if you're dehydrated.
- sleep deprived, or
Both quality & quantity are important to maintain your physical & mental health. Search our blog for "sleep" to find tips. 
- stressed.
People react differently to stress & may oversleep, have trouble falling asleep, or have trouble staying asleep. Search our blog for "stress" for healthy coping tips.

If you're regularly tired or it interferes with your daily life, please talk with your healthcare provider. Some treatable health issues & medications can cause or worsen fatigue.

For temporary tiredness, here are some healthy tips.
- Take a walk, stretch, or participate in other low-intensity physical activity.
- Eat small meals throughout the day. Combine lean proteins, complex carbohydrates, & fruits & veggies to help boost energy levels. Avoid too many simple sugars.
- Drink plenty of fluids. Avoid excess caffeine.
- Listen to some upbeat music.
- Sniff citrus (e.g., lemon, orange, grapefruit, etc.).

For more details, check out:
- Prevention's 11 Fast Fixes for Instant Energy
- WebMD's 9 Ways to Get Your Energy Back
- WebMD's Foods to Fight Fatigue.