Why Am I Always So Tired?
(See the bottom of this page for a real answer to your health and a guide to Vitamin deficiencies and their direct role in fatigue and insomnia.)
* What causes us to be so tired, run down and robbed of life and energy? Today, more than ever, we have such an exhaustingly high stress, fast paced, fast food, life, and the persuit of happiness, peace and fulfillment in that life, runs us constantly in little circles. We believe, and rightly so, that we need to be more competitive in every way (mentally, physically, and emotionally) just to get by. No wonder we get so worn out! Trying to keep up makes us want to give up! We need to set at least one night a week to let it all go, play a game, read a book, or have some family time. Don't go out, stay home and relax. Then... go to bed early and get some decent sleep. If you need a half of a glass of antioxidant rich wine to help you do that (if you are old enough) go ahead, right before you go to bed, it will help you relax and you'll sleep like a baby "some people say the alcohol in wine keeps you up but I am living proof that it relaxes you enough to let you sleep." Today most Americans do not get enough sleep on a daily basis and there really is no substitute.
* The various forms of stress (mental, physical & emotional) Stress keeps us from healthy sleep, makes us gain weight and zaps our energy.Stress induced exhaustion keeps us, and our immune systems run down. Stress affects our Cortisol levels and causes us to store fat. ( see Catagory tab on the left for my Stress and your health page)
* Obesity is slowly creeping up on us as an American malady. We are eating more food to try and fill our bodies needs for vitamin and healthy nutrient energy. Stress and our bodies attempt to deal with it, causes tiredness and fatigue, and fatigue causes stress all the more; tired people feel depressed and depressed people eat more to feel better. Eating more makes you overweight and overweight people get more depressed and stressed and therefore more tired causing the cycle to repeat all over again. (It is also known that Americans overall, do not get enough magnesium. A magnesium deficiency leads to insomnia. Almonds are a great source of magnesium and can help with weight loss as they block your bodies absorbtion of carbohydrates. A handful of almonds a day is enough to help.)
* Super Markets and food producers actually try to help by making everything more convenient , fast prep. and calorie friendly, but unfortunately, true vital nutrients, and vitamin, and mineral potencies, get lost in the works. So the help is counterproductive and not really the right kind of help. When your body does not get the nutrients it needs, it does not burn efficiently, fast prep convenience my give you more non cooking time, but you will probably spend more of that time on the couch because the foods are robbed of energizing nutrients. Besides, cooking together with a loved one or a friend can be really fun and time spent having fun with others is a great stress reliever in itself.
* Also: the Plastics used in these convenience foods are carcinogenic in nature. My husband with a degree in Environmental Toxicology warns so much about storing fats in, and especially cooking in, these plastics. Heating foods in plastics is "known" by scientists to cause an unstable reaction, because fat cells act like magnets to heated plastic molecules in motion. The plastic adheres to the fat, then you eat it. The chemicals in the plastics are known to cause cancer. (note if you have to buy prepared food in plastic containers put them in glass/pyrex with a lid to cook them). Also , cover food to be microwaved with a non-plastic coated paper plate or a glass lid or another plate rather than plastic wrap.
* Which of these plastics are the worst? Try using the recycle triangle number to identify them. (odd numbers and especially #5 is the worst) They do cause harm, but they also protect us from harm as well, because they, when used properly and not heated, seal out bacteria and keep food from spoiling. and producing botulism. It's a truly a double edged sword.
* Today many of us are using Energy drinks to prop up our health temporarily, but past the initial caffiene lift, we all eventually crash and burn, because none of those fixes are real fixes at all they are just energy bandaids. Ultimately they actually make us more tired; we push our bodies farther than they really should go and then don't give them the nutrition and rest they need to rejuvenate. We continue to take more caffiene and wear our bodies out. Eventually we WILL hit the wall. We must stop the cycle of body abuse and begin to give it real help, real nutrients, real neccessary vitamin saturation and real healthy energy. (see catagory tab on the left for the Monster Energy ~ Red Bull page)
* We must start using a real fix; one that has been proven, studied and around for ages; one we have always known about and are familiar with, and one we have always hated having to take because it comes in the form of huge and hard to swallow pills - Vitamin & Mineral Supplements.
* I have "finally" found an actually pleasant way to take vitamins and Minerals and the addition of antioxidants to those supplements that help fight fatigue, aging, and the carcinogens (cancer causing elements) so present in our society.
I was really tired of poor health; continually tired, run down and always feeling like I could not get past first gear. I needed real energy not just an occaisional boost. I knew I needed help but I truly hated trying to swallow huge vitamin pills. This Liquid Vitamin & Mineral Supplement truly has been a "real convenience item" and a true energy cure and not a "hype" for me and my family, truly a Godsend, and from a company that means Guided by God, I don't think that is just an irony.
Click below for more product information: or see my GBG products or ingredients page. Vitamin Deficiencies: The majority of Americans suffer from at least one vitamin deficiency, but don't even know it. It's easy to pass off that fatigue as not getting enough sleep, or attribute the brittle hair to stress. It's a growing problem, however, and it helps to know what you're looking for so you can live a fuller life. What Causes Vitamin Deficiency The SAD (Standard American Diet) is one of the more varied diets on the planet. We have access to so many different foods that it should be easy to get all or most of the vitamins we need. Unfortunately, so many foods are processed that they've lost the majority of their nutrients. Some of the most important vitamins are replaced, which is why you'll find cereals and milk that are fortified with things like iron, Vitamin A and Vitamin D. What many don't realize is that there are far more vitamins and minerals that are required in order for our bodies to function properly. Even if you eat well, plenty of fresh fruit and veggies, it can be difficult to cover all the bases and it's not uncommon even for those who pay careful attention to their diet to be lacking in one or more vitamins. Correcting a Vitamin Deficiency While the ideal solution would be to eat the perfect combination of foods to get the right amount of vitamins, it isn't very practical in today's hectic world. Most people simply don't have the time to meticulously plan and source their meals for maximum vitamin absorption. Eating right is definitely a step in the right direction, but you will probably need to use supplements, as well. Vitamin supplements can be purchased individually or in multi-vitamins. If you just want to be sure that you're getting a good mix of vitamins, then the multi is a good choice. However, for those who are receiving what they need in their diet and are only deficient in one or two things, then the individual supplements can be the way to go. This allows you to tailor the mix to fit your individual needs. Signs of Vitamin Deficiency While each vitamin has its own problems brought on by its lack, there are some general indications that you need to look into a multi-vitamin. When your body doesn't receive the nutrition it needs, you'll find that you are worn out, even after sleeping a full night. Fatigue is a very common symptom of a deficiency. Excessive hair loss, skin rashes and anemia are also signs that you are lacking something. When the body is low on one or more vitamins, the immune system is often compromised, as well. This means that diseases like a simple cold or the flu will tend to last longer than normal and you may find that you are more prone to infections than usual. If you pay attention to your body, you will notice if something is wrong. Vitamin A: When you are low in this vitamin, eye problems result. First, night blindness and dry eyes, then more severe issues indicate problems. In countries where Vitamin A is not available readily, people can even go blind from lack of it. In children, a deficiency could be apparent with a failure to grow properly. Vitamin B: There are several vitamins included in this group. B1 causes beriberi in its absence, a disease that results in muscle weakness and brain damage. Lack of B2 can cause hair loss, ulcers in the mouth and on the skin, rashes and itchiness, among other symptoms. If you don't have enough B3, you could develop pellagra, which usually presents itself in the form of stomach problems and diarrhea, as well as rashes caused by the sun. Too little B5 and you'll suffer from fatigue, nausea, headaches and tingling in the hands and feet. B6 deficiency usually results in anemia, feelings of dizziness and loss of hair. Vitamin B9: also known as folic acid, is particularly important for women of child-bearing age. A lack of it during pregnancy could cause spina bifida in the unborn child or spontaneous abortion. B12 is another important vitamin, without which you suffer from the same symptoms as B5 deficiency. Vitamin C: It's fairly rare to find a deficiency in Vitamin C, since so many processed foods are already fortified, but taking extra means your immune system will be stronger. Signs that you are lacking in this important vitamin include fatigue, bleeding gums and slow healing of wounds. Vitamin D: The lack of this vitamin has been named as a cause of certain kinds of cancer, such as breast and colon cancer. Less severe symptoms of deficiency include twitching muscles, sleep issues (particularly in small children), pain in the joints and osteoporosis. Vitamin E: Not enough Vitamin E usually results in eye problems, especially a limit to how far you can move your eyes upwards. Severe deficiency could result in blindness. Lack of this vitamin can also cause fertility issues, miscarriages, as well as problems with the liver, brain and bone marrow. Vitamin K: Anyone low on this vitamin will find that they bruise easily and tend to bleed more than normal with small cuts and scratches. Frequent nosebleeds could be a sign that you are low on Vitamin K. Even if you feel that you get enough of each vitamin, that might not be true. Some foods, such as carbonated beverages, act as barriers, preventing the absorption of certain vitamins, so while you may be ingesting enough, your body might not be actually absorbing everything. This is one area that multi-vitamins treat well, since they have the optimum mix of vitamins to enhance the actual absorption. To stay strong and healthy, it's important to let your body have what it needs. Vitamin deficiencies are often mild in Western countries, but they do affect the quality of life and when it's something so easy to treat, why not fix the problem? Remember, this article is not intended to diagnose or treat any disease. If you suspect there is something wrong, be sure to see your doctor. This article was written for Jay Gaulard on behalf of "MyHealthMarket"
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