CHRONIC FATIGUE

Possible Causes - 8

Chronic fatigue may have many causal factors. This series of blog posts offer a few ideas you can check out for yourself or with your physician.

Conclusion

Viral, parasitic or fungal infections, psychological factors, including depression, and immune dysfunction are conditions that should also be ruled out. Other serious conditions, including cardiac disease and cancer, often present with chronic fatigue as a primary, and sometimes only, symptom.1

Let me point out that DeLanney1 suggests you look at the self care factors and try the suggestions contained there. They can sometimes lessen the problem.
Let me say that if you have concerns about the medical aspects of what is going on you should see you physician and speak with them about any concerns you have. Then, your physician can work with you to diagnose, eliminate or minimize any medical conditions you might have.
Finally, let me not forget one simple therapy that can help simple chronic fatigue. According to an article in The Journal of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, ". . . following ten days of massage therapy, chronic fatigue syndrome sufferers experienced fewer somatic symptoms, and less difficulty sleeping, as cortisol levels decreased and dopamine levels increased."2
So, get a massage today!
"Nuff Said"

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1 DeLany; LMT, Judith. "Tired of Being Tired." Massage Today, Oct. 2010, p. 12. (www.nmtcenter.com)
2 Field, T., et al. Chronic fatigue syndrome: Massage therapy effects on depression and somatic symptoms in chronic fatigue syndrome. Journal of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. 3;1999;108-112.

CHRONIC FATIGUE

Possible Causes - 7

Chronic fatigue may have many causal factors. This series of blog posts offer a few ideas you can check out for yourself or with your physician.

Medial Assessment Issues

Insulin resistance, hyperglycemia, hypoglycemia: The level of blood sugar (glucose) is controlled by insulin, as hormone produced by the pancreas. A number of disorders can effect the availability of glucose and its conversion to adenosine triphospate (ATP), the bodies primary energy source for its muscles. Type 2 diabetes is a common disease of the pancreas that effects insulin, and has substantial health consequences particularly if not addressed quickly.1

Overweight, going to the bathroom a lot, cuts and scrapes not healing well? Guys, are your very hair legs suddenly smooth and hairless? Itchy spots showing up on your arms or legs for no apparent reason? Better have your blood sugar checked.
"Nuff Said"

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1 DeLany; LMT, Judith. "Tired of Being Tired." Massage Today, Oct. 2010, p. 12. (www.nmtcenter.com)

CHRONIC FATIGUE

Possible Causes - 6

Chronic fatigue may have many causal factors. This series of blog posts offer a few ideas you can check out for yourself or with your physician.

Medial Assessment Issues

Thyroid disorder: Thyroid hormone insufficiency is a common culprit. In some cases, nourishing the thyroid gland with iodine and other supplements may be adequate. For others, prescribing synthetic or natural thyroid hormone may be necessary. A thyroid panel assesses several factors in thyroid function and provides insights as to where dysfunction is occurring.1

Something you can discuss with your doctor.
"Nuff Said"

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1 DeLany; LMT, Judith. "Tired of Being Tired." Massage Today, Oct. 2010, p. 12. (www.nmtcenter.com)

CHRONIC FATIGUE
Possible Causes - 5

Chronic fatigue may have many causal factors. This series of blog posts offer a few ideas you can check out for yourself or with your physician.

Self Care Issue

Sleep: The quantity and quality of sleep can be critical factors in issues of fatigue. Although many people may appear to function on far less each night than the recommended seven to eight hours, the long-term consequences of inadequate rest are formidable, including obesity, insulin resistance and type 2 diabetes.1

What else can be said here. Get some sleep, and you;ll feel much better.
"Nuff Said"

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1 DeLany; LMT, Judith. "Tired of Being Tired." Massage Today, Oct. 2010, p. 12. (www.nmtcenter.com)

CHRONIC FATIGUE
Possible Causes - 4

Chronic fatigue may have many causal factors. This series of blog posts offer a few ideas you can check out for yourself or with your physician.

Self Care Issue

Exercise: Movement, a basic sign of life, influences, muscle, skeletal and joint health while increasing the amount of available oxygen. Like fanning a fire, increased oxygen fans the metabolic fire, which influences which increases cellular energy. A lifestyle that lacks movement usually results in a body that is stiff, weak and slow burning.1

What this is saying in simple terms is exercise is a necessary part of life. Yes, I know. Most people don't like to exercise, but most people don't like to feel bad either. So, a little exercise can go a long way helping you feel and act in a normal, healthy way. It helps the body cope with everyday life and stress. To put it plainly, move it or loose it!
Therefore, plan a simple and safe exercise program. If you have health issues you should get your physicians approval before beginning.

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1 DeLany; LMT, Judith. "Tired of Being Tired." Massage Today, Oct. 2010, p. 12. (www.nmtcenter.com)

CHRONIC FATIGUE
Possible Causes - 3

Chronic fatigue may have many causal factors. This series of blog posts offer a few ideas you can check out for yourself or with your physician.1

Self Care Issue

Food allergies / sensitivities: Although often overlooked unless they produce obvious symptoms (rash, swelling of throat, etc.), these may burden the digestive, lymphatic, endocrine and other systems. Alcohol and artificial sweetness such as appertain have also been implicated. Be particularly suspicious of items that are associated with cravings or that are consumed regularly. What food would you not want to give up? That one is often the culprit.
Glycemic factors: Foods that are higher in carbohydrates may cause a spike in blood sugar and result in a blood sugar drop a couple of hours later. While simple carbs may offer immediate energy, adequate proteen, complex carbs and a small amount of healthy fat keep blood sugar level.
When food is consumed: Six small meals a day has been suggested for those with low energy. However, research involving leptin, a newly discovered hormone that signals the brain regarding hunger, has led some to suggest three meals each day (balanced portions of protein, carbohydrates and fat), spread five to six hours apart without snacking between, is a better choice for most. It is suggested that this results in a better interface of a number of energy-related, appetite, and sleep hormones, including adrenaline, insulin, leptin, melatonin and cortisol.1

I have personally found that for me five to six meals a day does not work well. Furthermore, snacks between meals don't work either. There is a tendency to either overeat at each of the small meals and snack too much where snacks are concerned. Therefore, what seems to be best for me is three squares with no snacks.
"Nuff Said"

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1 DeLany; LMT, Judith. "Tired of Being Tired." Massage Today, Oct. 2010, p. 12. (www.nmtcenter.com)

Watch Your Health

Its important that we be as healthy as we can. And, to keep healthy there are always a few simple things we can do ourselves with a little effort.

One thing we can do is watch our posture. Many times we experience pain, stiffness and discomfort because of the way we sit, stand or lye down. Here are a few tips.

• When sitting or standing make sure your shoulders are squared off and and not coming forward.
  
• When sitting or standing make sure your head is held high and not leaning forward.
• Don't let the hips lean forward or backwards. Keep the torso straight with a slight forward curve in the lower back.
• When lying down either sleep on your back or on your side. Never sleep on your stomach.
  

If you are having pain in your upper or lower back or your shoulders. Or, if you are having headaches, review the above information, improve your posture and some of these problems may go away on their own
"Nuff Said"