Natural Treatment of Fatigue

Fatigue is often addressed as 'Tiredness', but it is not. Fatigue is often considered as a disease, but it is not. It definitely is a result of imbalance. What kind of imbalance is depends upon what kind of fatigue do you suffer from.

It is a very wide topic to talk or even debate upon. However with a majority of people it is the same. First we will look at it's symptoms, then we will go through the causes which can be avoided to avoid fatigue, then some ayurvedic and home remedies for fatigue. Finally we will look for yoga techniques to fight fatigue.

What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (Fibromyalgia)
It is a chronic condition related to non inflammatory pain in muscles along with ligaments and joints like knees. The person feels regular fatigue and has short term memory loss and concentration problems.

Symptoms of Fatigue:

• Lack of energy.
• Tiredness.
• Ache or stiffness in joints/muscles.
• Sleep disorders.
• Numbness.
  
  

Causes of Fatigue:

• Less stress and high energy is referred as 'Calm Energy'. It brings confidence, optimistic approach towards life and positive attitude. Fatigue is the absence of calm energy. Main cause of this is living a lifestyle which doesn't suit your nature. Like lack of job satisfaction or doing something which is against the principles of your own.
• No Physical exercise or over exercising are the two most common reasons for fatigue that have been researched till date.
  
• Fatigue is the result of imbalance of any of three 'Doshas'of body. Imbalance of 'Vata' brings mental fatigue. Emotional fatigue is the result of the imbalance of 'Pitta Dosha' while Physical fatigue is caused by the imbalance of 'Kapha Dosha'.
• 'Ama' or impurities is the root cause of the above three types of fatigue. Ama occurs in junk food, Chemicals and processed food.
• Iron deficiency is another main cause that contributes to fatigue.

The above mentioned causes are those which have been identified. Still, the exact cause of fatigue is unknown. But fortunately, Ayurveda has prescribed some ways of living and herbal medication which if practiced, will definitely remove fatigue out of your system. Lets have a look.

1. Drink a lot of water. Water is life and it will energize all the body parts. Have fruits full of water.
2. Decide a time to sleep and get up. In case you find it difficult to sleep of get up at regular times, Please go through my article on How to sleep well .
3. Take regular massage. Massage brings toxic elements out of the body.
4. Most important thing. Do what you want. Don't do what you don't want to. This will produce instant result and energy will flow inside out.
   
5. Cumin, coriander, turmeric, garlic are the spices which should regularly be taken in food. In long term these spices produce great result.

Ayurvedic herbs for fatigue:

Ayurvedic herbs that will rejuvenate the body and make you full of energy. Listing of some of the useful herbs is as follows:

1. 10-10 ml of Dashmularishtam should be taken twice a day.
2. To avoid constipation, Triphala powder is recommended with warm water before going to bed.
3. Half teaspoon of turmeric powder with little warm water twice a day will cure chronic fatigue.
4. Garlic is very useful for digestive system and pain relief.
   
5. Ashwagandha is the most recommended herb for fatigue.
   
   

Yoga for fatigue:

Pranayama secures the first place while talking about the yoga techniques to fight fatigue. It spreads the energy in every part of the body.
When yoga exercises are combined with breathing and meditation, the results are full of pleasant surprises. For energy, power yoga can also be practiced.

Following two videos illustrate how to do it.

 Best Wishes