Energy & Fatigue

1. I’m Tired of This!

If you suffer from fatigue, you should know you’re not alone. Some 2.5 million people suffer from fatigue, according to estimates, and between 900,000 to 1 million Americans meet the diagnostic criteria for chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Cases of fatigue … Read More

4. Energy and Fatigue

The word “fatigue” describes a feeling of tiredness or lack of energy, either physical or mental. Fatigue is generally distinguished from sleepiness or drowsiness, although a lack of sleep can contribute to fatigue. While someone who is drowsy might fight the urge to sleep, people who are fatigued often lack … Read More

Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome and Diet

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Adrenal fatigue is the idea that the adrenal glands, which are located on top of each kidney and produce the hormones cortisol and adrenaline, among others, “exhaust,” thus impacting hormone production and causing fatigue. Adrenal fatigue is a popular concept in naturopathy and alternative medicine, which often associate the condition … Read More

Traditional Chinese Medicine Focuses on Balance and Energy

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Most people are familiar with acupuncture, but there’s far more to Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) than the needles. “TCM is an ancient medical system that looks at human physiology in a way that predates our current knowledge of human physiology and medicine,” explains Victoria Chan Harrison, MD, assistant professor of rehabilitation … Read More

Energy-Boosting Foods

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Whole natural foods, such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, trump processed so-called “energy” food and drinks any day of the week. Frequently, the latter are full of sugar and calories, causing energy highs and lows that fluctuate throughout the day, rather than maintaining a steady, unvarying energy stream. To … Read More

Food: The Best Source of Natural Energy

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If you’re looking for a way to stay energized throughout the day, skip the energy drinks, energy bars, frappuccinos, and sugary soft drinks: Most of the “energy” in these products comes from sugar, caffeine, and white flour. It’s true that these products can give you a quick energy boost, but … Read More

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