10 Reasons  Why You’re Tired

1. You’re under-stressed.  We all know stress can lead to fatigue, but research shows being too laid back can also make you tired. In short bursts, stress not only stimulates you, it helps boost your immune system. Try an acidity that takes you out of your comfort zone.
2. You’re buzzed.  Researchers in Sweden found using a mobile phone an hour before your bed may interfere with sleep pattern and lead to less time in deeper sleep stages. “Keep electronic gadgets out of the bedroom.” Says associate professor Delwyn Bartlett, from the Woolcock institute’s sleep and circadian group.
3. You’re dehydrated. Dehydration reduces your blood volume, making your heart work  harder so you feel tired. Dr Simon Floreani, chiropractors association of Australia president , says you should drink 30 ml of water a day for every kilo you weigh.
4. You’re out of balance. “when your body is out of balance it puts stress on isolated areas.” Says Allan Mourad, director of the wellness club. ‘this places pressure on organs such as liver and kidneys, which cn be draining.” So make sure your lifestyle is healthy.
5. Your liver is lack lustre. Scientist and Naturopath analysis course says an under-functioning liver could be responsible for unexplained exhaustion. “the liver is the main detoxifying organ in our body. If it’s overwhelmed or working incorrectly, your body will feel sluggish,achy, and lethargic.” Food liver foods include artichokes, beetroot, broccoli, garlic and onion.
6. You lack vitamin C. “ vitamin C is critical when you are fatigued as a reluslt of prolonged stress, illness or surgery,” Course says. “adrenal glands generally support  us in times of stress, but they need vitamin C to keep fatigue at bay.” The recommended daily intake for adults is45 milligrams ( up to 60 mg when pregnant, and 85 mg  while breastfeeding) good sources include apples, broccoli, berries, asparagus, cabbage cauliflower, watermelon, citrus fruits, kiwifruit, fortified foods, dark leafy greens and tomatoes.  For  example,eat one banana(10.3mg) one apple(12 mg)and one tomato(25 mg) a day.
7. You need magnesium.  “Low magnesium levels are one to fht most overlooked nutrient deficiencies and often result in symptoms similar to chronic fatigue syndrome,” Course says, “Magnesium becomes depleted by excess alcohol and the oral contraceptive pill.” Adults need 320 to 420mg per day. Try 6 brazil nuts (107mg) 100 grams of tuna (64mg), a cup of plain yoghurt(42mg) half acup of broccoli (16mg) one cob of corn(31mg) and a cup of greenbeans(99g). 
8. Your alarm clock is wrong. “Having the same waking time each day is more important than the time you go to bed, as it communicates the end of your sleep cycle to your brain and body,”   Professor Bartlet says. This is why sleeping in for more than an hour on the weekend can mak you feel jet-lagged. The perfect waking time? According to our research , 7:22am is ideal.
9. Your thyroid is under-active.  Your thyroid sets your metabolic rate, (the rate at which you burn food). If you are tired, sensitive to cold, forgetful, and have gained weight, see your doctor for a thyroid test.
10. You’re exercising too much. Personal trainer Pete Tansley says: “Exercise releases seretonin and adenine, which help regulate sleep rhythms.”  Too little exercise and you miss out on these. But too much, particularly  at night, can lead to higher stress levels.  “exercise elevates the stress hormone cortisol, leaving you tired,” Tansley says.  “Stay clear of alcohol after exercise and have a routine to set your body up for sleep.

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