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Always Tired - It Could Be Iron-Deficient Anemia
[Health-and-Fitness] The most common complaint I hear is that people always feel tired. In fact, most people seem to think feeling tired all the time is just a normal part of modern life. Iron-deficient anemia is a common cause of chronic tiredness and there are certain people who have a higher risk for developing this condition.

Liver Problems - What are the Symptoms?
[Health-and-Fitness] Liver problems can range from mild liver congestion to a serious liver disease. Depending on the problem, many people are unaware they have a liver problem and may only have vague symptoms. A common symptom is chronic tiredness, along with many other symptoms.

Always Tired - it Could be a Liver Problem
[Health-and-Fitness] The most common complaint I hear is that people always feel tired. Chronic tiredness can be a frustrating condition. There usually isn't a simple solution to it and medical tests are likely to come back 'normal'. One cause of chronic tiredness is a problem with liver function.

Best Vitamin for Energy
[News-and-Society:Energy] We need all vitamins and minerals for good health, well being and energy. However, particular nutrient deficiencies are associated with reduced energy and chronic tiredness. These include iron, magnesium, B12 and folic acid. We will explore each of these nutrients; how they contribute to tiredness; how to test their levels in the body; and symptoms of a deficiency.

Always Tired - it Could be Adrenal Exhaustion
[Health-and-Fitness] Feeling tired is a common complaint and there are many causes. Sometimes it's obvious, like not getting enough sleep, but other times it can be due to an underlying health issue. Adrenal exhaustion is an important cause of chronic tiredness.

Caffeine Addiction - Kicking the Habit
[Self-Improvement:Addictions] Caffeine addiction is the same as any other addiction. This is because caffeine is a powerful drug and giving it up successfully requires dedication, planning and organisation. Fortunately, there are things that you can do and take that assist you in your efforts to kick the caffeine habit once and for all.

Healthy Food for the Liver
[Health-and-Fitness:Nutrition] Eating healthy foods for the liver can improve and support liver function on a daily basis. Having a healthy liver results in greater energy and general well-being. A poorly functioning liver can result in tiredness, headaches, bad breath, allergies and intolerances, problem skin and weight gain.

Iron-rich Foods
[Health-and-Fitness:Nutrition] There are two types of iron – heme (found in animal products) and non-heme (found in plant sources). Eating these foods regularly helps to keep iron levels adequate. There are also ways to increase iron absorption from the food you eat. Iron-deficient anemia is a major cause of chronic tiredness.

Foods that Cause Bloating
[Health-and-Fitness:Nutrition] Bloating is a very common symptom that people often experience after they eat a meal. It’s usually felt in the lower part of the abdomen and is often relived by passing wind. This kind of bloating can be caused by certain foods. However, if it happens frequently it can also indicate a digestive problem.

Hypothyroid Diet
[Health-and-Fitness:Thyroid] Hypothyroidism can remain undetected for years. People commonly have the symptoms of hypothyroidism even though their blood tests indicate that their thyroid function is ‘normal’. This is because standard pathology tests for thyroid function have difficulty detecting ‘sub clinical’ cases of hypothyroidism. The most common symptoms of hypothyroidism are chronic tiredness, constipation, feeling the cold and dry skin. One of the best ways to support thyroid function is with diet.