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Guest Post: Fatigue Fighting Foods by Tammy Mahan



Fatigue Fighting Foods
Are you tired or drained? It does not matter how it is phrased, you are exhausted and need more energy. More women report sluggishness than men do and it is caused by a number of things. According to experts, a big culprit is poor nutrition.

The Forgotten Meal
Most people do not think of the dietary needs of their body as they run off to school or work at the start of the day. They think that there is not time to eat in the mornings.

It is easy to forget to eat breakfast. Those that are tired in the middle of morning and skipping breakfast need to re-exam this habit.
Alertness and concentration are improved by breakfast and weight loss if aided by the prevention of overeating later in the day. It also prevents diabetes, heart disease and obesity. 

Eating carbohydrates for energy and protein for endurance is recommended by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to gain the benefits and get the body ready for the day. Some quick options include:
     Fruit, toast and scrambled eggs
     Cereal with fruit and yogurt
     Whole grain bagel with cheese
     Slicing a hard-boiled egg into a whole wheat pita
     Whole grain bagel with cheese

Complex Carbohydrates
The morning meal should not be the end of healthy eating. An essential source of sustaining energy is a diet that is well balanced throughout the day.

Eating a combination of simple and complex carbohydrates is the best way to maximize the potential that the body has for energy. The bulk of carbohydrates should be complex since they burn slowly. This category includes whole grains and starchy vegetables such as carrots, pumpkin, squash and potatoes.

You should not ignore the faster burning, simple carbohydrates. These can be found in honey, fruits and vegetable to provide you with an immediate energy source.

You want to ensure that fiber is found in the complex carbohydrates. The carbohydrates we eat are absorbed slower with the help of fiber, which allows the release of energy from the body to become more balanced instead of the quick burst.

Protein
While the body gains energy from carbohydrates and fats, the release is regulated by protein. Lean muscle mass is preserved, growth assisted, cells maintained, vitamins and hormones transported by protein. Protein makes up many hormones and muscles. The immune system needs proteins. It is vital to replenish the sources of these nutrients in the body.

Beans, eggs, fish, meat, nuts, soy, poultry and low-fat dairy products are good sources of protein. The proteins they contain are broken down into amino acids, which are protein building blocks, by the body. You will need to get the amino acids that are essential from the diet; the body is capable of making nonessential amino acids.

There can also be a difference made by the amounts of food that you eat. There is a tendency for weight gain and symptoms of fatigue when someone constantly over eats. A lack of minerals and vitamins in addition to too much alcohol are among the other dietary reasons for fatigue. Women commonly experience a problem with low iron.

You should visit your doctor if your diet is well balanced and you are still sluggish. Fatigue is contributed to with inadequate exercise and sleep, stress, medication and certain diseases.

Tammy Mahan is an expert on nutrition and likes to share her knowledge on Healthline.com .


Fatigue Fighting Foods
Are you tired or drained? It does not matter how it is phrased, you are exhausted and need more energy. More women report sluggishness than men do and it is caused by a number of things. According to experts, a big culprit is poor nutrition.

The Forgotten Meal
Most people do not think of the dietary needs of their body as they run off to school or work at the start of the day. They think that there is not time to eat in the mornings.

It is easy to forget to eat breakfast. Those that are tired in the middle of morning and skipping breakfast need to re-exam this habit.
Alertness and concentration are improved by breakfast and weight loss if aided by the prevention of overeating later in the day. It also prevents diabetes, heart disease and obesity. 

Eating carbohydrates for energy and protein for endurance is recommended by the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to gain the benefits and get the body ready for the day. Some quick options include:
     Fruit, toast and scrambled eggs
     Cereal with fruit and yogurt
     Whole grain bagel with cheese
     Slicing a hard-boiled egg into a whole wheat pita
     Whole grain bagel with cheese

Complex Carbohydrates
The morning meal should not be the end of healthy eating. An essential source of sustaining energy is a diet that is well balanced throughout the day.

Eating a combination of simple and complex carbohydrates is the best way to maximize the potential that the body has for energy. The bulk of carbohydrates should be complex since they burn slowly. This category includes whole grains and starchy vegetables such as carrots, pumpkin, squash and potatoes.

You should not ignore the faster burning, simple carbohydrates. These can be found in honey, fruits and vegetable to provide you with an immediate energy source.

You want to ensure that fiber is found in the complex carbohydrates. The carbohydrates we eat are absorbed slower with the help of fiber, which allows the release of energy from the body to become more balanced instead of the quick burst.

Protein
While the body gains energy from carbohydrates and fats, the release is regulated by protein. Lean muscle mass is preserved, growth assisted, cells maintained, vitamins and hormones transported by protein. Protein makes up many hormones and muscles. The immune system needs proteins. It is vital to replenish the sources of these nutrients in the body.

Beans, eggs, fish, meat, nuts, soy, poultry and low-fat dairy products are good sources of protein. The proteins they contain are broken down into amino acids, which are protein building blocks, by the body. You will need to get the amino acids that are essential from the diet; the body is capable of making nonessential amino acids.

There can also be a difference made by the amounts of food that you eat. There is a tendency for weight gain and symptoms of fatigue when someone constantly over eats. A lack of minerals and vitamins in addition to too much alcohol are among the other dietary reasons for fatigue. Women commonly experience a problem with low iron.

You should visit your doctor if your diet is well balanced and you are still sluggish. Fatigue is contributed to with inadequate exercise and sleep, stress, medication and certain diseases.

Tammy Mahan is an expert on nutrition and likes to share her knowledge on Healthline.com .

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