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Many people complain of chronic fatigue. It is a hidden disease of our time. The feeling of fatigue is often accompanied by sleep disturbances, depressed mood, apathy. If this condition continues, we stop coping with our daily duties.
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1/ 6 Movement will help, but it’s important not to get overworked
Exercise, breaking out of stillness, is important. It is easiest to start physical activity with short walks and easy, non-tiring exercises. All effort should be stopped as soon as you feel tired. Photo Shutterstock
2/6 Tai chi
Chinese tai chi gymnastics has a very positive effect on the well-being of chronically tired people. Gentle and smooth tai chi movements do not require a lot of strength, yet they improve muscle tone and the patient’s mood. Yoga will do the same. Photo Shutterstock
3/ 6 Breakfast is a must!
People who suffer from chronic fatigue tend to develop poor eating habits. In the morning they feel too exhausted to prepare their own breakfast, so they skip that meal, which is a big mistake. Breakfast should include items such as dried fruit, cereals, muesli – opt for fiber and vitamins. Photo Shutterstock
4/ 6 Sometimes it’s worth reaching for supplements
During severe symptoms of chronic fatigue, you need to take vitamin preparations containing antioxidant vitamins A, C, E, as well as B vitamins and several minerals: selenium, magnesium, potassium and zinc. Many medicinal plants contain substances that strengthen the immune system. It is primarily echinacea, ginseng and licorice. Echinacea increases immunity, protects against viral infections. Ginseng gives strength and energy. Licorice strengthens the body and increases the secretion of cortisol, the hormone released when the body responds to stress. Photo Shutterstock
5/ 6 It won’t help!
Fatty, difficult to digest foods containing sugar are not recommended. Although sugar causes a rapid surge of energy due to the increase in blood glucose levels, it falls just as quickly and fatigue returns. Drinks containing caffeine and alcohol will not help. Photo Shutterstock
6/ 6 A nap will help you recover
During periods of exacerbation of fatigue symptoms, remember to get enough rest – for example, take a nap at a certain time of the day. Photo Shutterstock