Energy at zero? Tips to combat constant fatigue
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Persistent irritability, lack of energy, and dermatitis could be signs of a deficiency in B vitamins. If you wake up feeling tired, even after a long rest, it's important to take your health seriously, according to Instagram posts by nutritionist Vera Kuryn.
Functions of B-group vitamins
Vitamins of the B-group were initially considered one vitamin but are now grouped due to shared properties, although each vitamin has its individual characteristics.
Key functions of B-group vitamins include:
- Energy production from food
- Supporting the nervous system, managing stress, coping with heightened emotional pressures
- Participating in protein synthesis within the body
- Easily absorbed from the intestines. However, excessive growth of bacteria in the intestines can significantly disrupt the absorption of B-group vitamins and many other substances.
How to activate vitamins
Activating Vitamin B-complex requires physical activity, particularly for active individuals.
The nutritionist explains that B-group vitamins are water-soluble, meaning they don’t accumulate in the body (except B12), and their deficiency can occur again quickly. Dosages must be increased during stress, trauma, or intense physical exertion.
B-group vitamins are found in similar food sources: wheat sprouts, greens, nuts, organ meats (liver, kidney, heart), whole grain cereals, meat, fish, eggs, and cheese.
Blood sugar - glucose, present in the blood, provides cells with energy. After consuming a balanced meal, it should slightly rise, then gradually decrease.
However, when we consume a meal or snack that is predominantly carbohydrates/sugar without proteins, fats, and fiber, it causes a spike in blood sugar levels, followed by a sharp decline.
A drop in blood sugar levels can lead to fatigue, headaches, mood swings, and cravings for food. Ensure that each meal and snack contains all three macronutrients - protein, carbohydrates, and fats, as well as a source of fiber.
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