Five ways to fight fatigue and energize your life

Feeling tired is a common complaint people express. Sometimes, the self-description morphs into “I feel tired all the time,” and experts say that’s when extreme tiredness becomes better known as fatigue.

Fatigue, when someone lacks energy and feels exhausted mentally or physically, can negatively impact performance at work, family life, and social relationships. Often it is not a medical issue, but one that can be reversed by a lifestyle change.

People would be amazed at how much energy they would have and how much better they would feel if they treated themselves better. We all have busy lives, but there are simple ways to not let your schedule overwhelm you and make your health suffer as a consequence.

Stress can lead to fatigue symptoms such as a craving for sweets and salty foods, difficulty sleeping and irritability. I suggest five ways to fight fatigue and regain energy:

Run on the right fuel 

A busy lifestyle can lead to fast food or carry-out. Therefore, preparation is important. Your energy and production are directly proportional to how you fuel your body. Always think about what you will be eating later. Ideally, your diet should consist of eating approximately five times a day with a combination of complex carbohydrates – fruits and veggies – and lean protein.

Cut caffeine, add water  

Research indicates too much caffeine causes fatigue in some people. The stimulation wears off and more caffeine is needed to produce the feelings of energy and clear-headedness. I recommend cutting back on all things containing caffeine – including coffee, tea, chocolate, and soft drinks. Also, water should be the preferred liquid. You can be dehydrated and not even know it. One is recommended to drink half their weight in ounces per day.

Stop burning the candle on both ends. 

Fatigue is often directly related to sleep deprivation. When you sleep is when most of your healing takes place. Without enough sleep, your immune system breaks down. It is recommended you get six to eight hours of sleep per night.

Get regular exercise  

No matter how busy people are, they need to make time for exercise on a regular basis – ideal in 20- to 30-minute sessions, a minimum of four times per week. Regular exercise helps regulate your mood, makes you sleep more soundly, and erases the little mistakes in our diet.

Body adjustments

The body can come more alive with a chiropractic alignment that provides proper functioning. Chiropractic adjustments to the spinal column relieve the pressure of a choked or pinched nerve caused by the rotated vertebra. A chiropractic adjustment increases one’s vitality and turns up their energy.

Living life with zest, vitality and complete health is easier than you think. By managing these five simple aspects, one can maintain a healthy, fulfilling life.

Dr. Raj Gupta has more than 20 years’ experience as a chiropractor and is the founder of Soul Focus Wellness Center. He has a doctorate in chiropractic from Life University. For more information, visit www.drrajgupta.com.