1. Iron deficiency and more
The first thing that most often occurs in women, especially young and middle-aged women, is iron deficiency, which affects the delivery of oxygen to tissues. When there is too little iron, anemia develops., if iron is barely enough for the needs of the body, they talk about sideropenia – a condition in which the body spends resources that are set aside for a rainy day. But in addition to iron, constant fatigue, drowsiness with weakness is also possible with a deficiency of magnesium, B vitamins, especially B12, B1 or B6, vitamin D. All of them take part in the processes that ensure the functioning of the brain and the entire nervous system.
How to help? First of all, take blood tests, see the level of hemoglobin. It is also worth adding more fresh fruits and herbs to the diet. Additionally, you can discuss with your doctor the intake of vitamin D, magnesium with B6, iron supplements, or a complex of vitamins with minerals.