Fatigue Treatment

While most of us have experienced feelings of fatigue, many of us are unaware that there are actually two distinct types of tiredness; lethargy can be both mental and physical. Emotional fatigue can occur during times of stress, sorrow or mental exhaustion. Physical tiredness on the other hand is a result of too much bodily activity. Both losing a family member and running a marathon can leave you feeling exhausted, and both require rest and relaxation. Fatigue can also be a symptom of a sickness or disease.

Physical Fatigue:
"Physical fatigue or muscle weakness (or "lack of strength") is a direct term for the inability to exert force with one's muscles to the degree that would be expected given the individual's general physical fitness. A test of strength is often used during a diagnosis of a muscular disorder before the etiology can be identified. Such etiology depends on the type of muscle weakness, which can be true or perceived as well as central or peripheral. True weakness is substantial, while perceived rather is a sensation of having to put more effort to do the same task. On the other hand, central muscle weakness is an overall exhaustion of the whole body, while peripheral weakness is an exhaustion of individual muscles."

Mental Fatigue:
"In addition to physical, fatigue also includes mental fatigue, not necessarily including any muscle fatigue. Such a mental fatigue, in turn, can manifest itself both as somnolence (decreased wakefulness), or just as a general decrease of attention, not necessarily including sleepiness. Decreased attention is known as ego depletion and occurs when the limited 'self regulatory capacity' is depleted. It may also be described as a more or less decreased level of consciousness. In any case, this can be dangerous when performing tasks that require constant concentration, such as driving a vehicle. For instance, a person who is sufficiently somnolent may experience microsleeps. However, objective cognitive testing should be done to differentiate the neurocognitive deficits of brain disease from those attributable to tiredness."

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fatigue_(medical)

Natural Remedies for Fatigue:

1. Coffee: You may have heard that coffee is bad for you, but the American Dietetic Association says that there is no harm in drinking it, as long as you do so in moderation. Many studies have confirmed that coffee does in fact stimulate the brain, but be sure to limit your intake to two cups a day. More than this may cause insomnia or anxiety. Click here for natural anxiety remedies.


2. Eggs: This natural remedy is backed by sound nutrition. Eating a balanced, healthy diet is one of the most important factors when combating fatigue — eggs are filled with nutrition and include important nutrients such as protein, iron, vitamin A, folic acid, riboflavin and vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid).


3. Asian Ginseng: Historically renowned for its energy boosting abilities, Asian ginseng has been taken for thousands of years to treat weakness and fatigue. For exhaustion, take 2 grams of Asian Ginseng a day for six weeks. Take at least a two week break before resuming.


4. Vitamin B12: Taken either sublingually (under the tongue) or by injection, vitamin B12 can provide long-lasting energy without the jitters.