Energy and Fatigue Archives

What Causes Fainting?

Aug 22, 2018 · Kate Brophy · Energy and Fatigue

The medical term for fainting is syncope, and it refers to a sudden loss of consciousness that can happen due to hypoxia (oxygen deprivation in the brain). If the levels of blood and oxygen in your brain decrease for any reason, your brain reroutes blood and oxygen from non-vital parts … Read More

Giardia Parasite Symptoms: Extreme Fatigue and More

Jul 16, 2018 · UHN Staff · Energy and Fatigue

Could a past infection with the Giardia parasite be one of the reasons for extreme fatigue? While it may seem far-fetched that common parasites could be extreme fatigue causes, that’s exactly what new research has discovered. Giardia is a common intestinal parasite which previously was thought to be responsible for … Read More

3 Ways an Oxaloacetate Supplement Can Protect You

Jul 3, 2018 · UHN Staff · Energy and Fatigue

Neurotransmitters, on a very simplified level, are like mail carriers. They deliver messages to nerve cells that tell the neurons what to do. When they do their job correctly, everything works well. But one particular neurotransmitter, glutamate, can become toxic to cells when there is too much of it. Glutamate … Read More

Vitamins That Give You Energy

Jun 11, 2018 · Larry Canale · Energy and Fatigue

You’re looking for a boost, and you’re wondering if vitamin supplements are all you need to lift that sagging energy level. Perhaps you’ve taken vitamins sporadically over the years and are thinking about taking them on a daily basis. First, realize that extreme fatigue may be a symptom of a … Read More

Could Deydration Be the Answer to Your Question, “Why Do I Feel Tired All the Time?”

May 24, 2018 · UHN Staff · Energy and Fatigue

What is the most essential component of your body, the most essential nutrient in your diet, and something you can’t survive without for more than two to four days? Water! Water makes up about 60 percent of your body weight. If you’ve been asking yourself, your friends, family, or your … Read More

Are You Tired All the Time? One of These 6 Conditions Could Be the Culprit

May 14, 2018 · JoAnn Milivojevic · Energy and Fatigue

If you find yourself tired all the time, you may suspect a sleep disorder. And while that’s a wise place to start, there may be other reasons for your daytime tiredness. “Fatigue and sleepiness are two different things,” explains clinical psychologist Jennifer Martin, PhD, David Geffen School of Medicine at … Read More

10+ Symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Is Your Fatigue Actually a Disease?

May 7, 2018 · Kathleen Jade, ND · Energy and Fatigue

If you suffer from fatigue, you are not alone. Estimates of how common it truly is vary widely, but overall, about 20% of all patients complain of fatigue, and 5% to 10% of patients presenting to their primary care provider list fatigue as their number one complaint.[1] Fatigue and chronic … Read More

Sorting Out Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Symptoms

Apr 16, 2018 · Larry Canale · Energy and Fatigue

Among the potential causes of extreme fatigue is a condition called chronic fatigue syndrome. Symptoms are affecting more of us than you might imagine. More than 1 million adults in the United States suffer from chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Among adults, … Read More

Looking for an Energy Boost? Focus on These 5 Strategies

Apr 3, 2018 · JoAnn Milivojevic · Energy and Fatigue

There’s no shortage of drinks, foods, and supplements promising a quick burst of energy. Problem is most give you a jolt and follow with an energy crash. An occasional extra cup of coffee may not be harmful, but if you’re constantly reaching for a sudden energy boost, it’s time to … Read More

20-Minute Seated Yoga Is a Successful Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Treatment

Mar 30, 2018 · UHN Staff · Energy and Fatigue

Chronic fatigue syndrome is a debilitating disease characterized by persistent fatigue that is not relieved by rest. Many patients do not fully recover with conventional chronic fatigue syndrome treatment, which consists of antidepressants, cognitive behavioral therapy, and/or graded exercise therapy. While yoga is one of the most commonly accepted natural … Read More

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