Tiredness is rampant among American women. More than 82% of women are experiencing persistent, low-level "mystery" fatigue, which doctors often chalk up to aging, stress or busyness. The truth is, more often than not, an underlying health condition is to blame, and this 99-page special publication, brought to you by the publishers of First for Women and Woman's World, can help you determine just what's causing your fatigue. Inside, you'll find proven diagnostic quizzes, along with thorough recovery plans and inspiring success stories from women of all ages who conquered tiredness and feel better than ever. And with the help of this information-packed bookazine, you will conquer your tiredness too!
Welcome to your TIREDNESS CURE
WHY ARE WE SO TIRED? • Women over 40 are bearing the brunt of an exploding exhaustion epidemic. And while everything from our busy days (and sleepless nights) to the foods we eat plays a role, more often than not, an underlying health condition is to blame. The good news? Once you know the cause of your sluggishness, relief is fast and forever!
HOW FATIGUE IS SAPPING WOMEN’S HAPPINESS • Tiredness has become the norm, and 80% of American women report that when they get fatigued during the day, they just keep pushing through their duties at work. Plus, 60% stay up late to do housework. But to compensate, we sacrifice a lot…
IS YOUR MEDICINE MAKING YOU TIRED? • Many popular medications have been linked to symptoms like fatigue, joint pain and brain fog. To the rescue: these easy, natural ways to reduce these negative side effects
SUPER-ENERGIZING SUPER FOODS • These foods aren’t just tasty, they also provide revitalizing nutrients, says Holly Phillips, M.D., author of The Exhaustion Breakthrough
SIMPLE SECRETS TO SOUND SLEEP
Instant energy GUARANTEED! • Science-proven all-natural ways to revive pep and focus in minutes—no matter what’s draining your batteries
PEEP AT ALL THE PRETTY PANSIES
GO FULL FAT
BREATHE IN AN EXOTIC SCENT
WATCH RAIN FROM A PORCH
MOVE YOUR FEET
POP A REFRESHING MINT
CHANGE UP THE TEMPO
DO THIS BEFORE GETTING UP
COMMON TIREDNESS QUESTIONS ANSWERED!
HOW DO I GET my doctor to listen? • The average physical exam lasts just 15 minutes, and doctors interrupt us after 11 seconds. Here, easy ways to make sure your voice is heard
Meet the world’s smartest woman: YOU!
WHAT’S MAKING YOU TIRED? • When it comes to daily energy drains, most women—and their doctors—have trouble determining the underlying cause. In fact, 40% of women have experienced a medical misdiagnosis, mainly because many female health concerns have overlapping symptoms. To the rescue: the quizzes on the following pages, which are designed to help you tune into your symptoms and find your energy solution!
“What I wish I’d known when I was so tired” • Real women share their advice that’ll help you restore your vitality—fast!
NUTRIENT imbalances • Getting too little (or too much!) of a certain nutrient can wreak havoc on your body—and energy levels. And these imbalances are shockingly common, affecting 83% of women. The good news is that once you know the problematic nutrient, simple diet changes can usually restore balance for total health
Vitamin D SHORTFALL • Boosting levels of the ‘sunshine vitamin’ is a surefire way to increase your energy. Here, how to make sure you’re getting enough
“I forgot I could feel this good!”
Vitamin D cuts pain in half
DELICIOUS WAYS TO GET THE PERKS
Acid OVERLOAD • A body-chemistry imbalance is draining the energy of millions of women. Fortunately, restoring a healthy balance is easy. Here’s how!
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