Why Do You Get Tired More Easily After 40?
Getting tired easily after 40 is often linked to everyday habits, and many of them can be adjusted.
When you were young, you could pull an all-nighter and bounce back after one good sleep. Past 40, it seems that even without doing much, you start fading in the afternoon. You sleep in until noon on the weekend and still feel sluggish when you get up.
Many people think this is just getting older and that they have to accept it. In fact, getting tired easily is often related to everyday habits, and there’s quite a lot you can adjust.
Tired More Easily After 40? These Habits May Be Stealing Your Energy
Eating too fast and too much. A big bowl of rice with heavily seasoned dishes at lunch takes a lot of energy to digest, so naturally you want to nod off in the afternoon.
Sitting for half the day at a time. You sit at work, then sit at home watching TV or scrolling on your phone. When your body moves less, your circulation slows too, and you end up feeling even less like moving.
Not sleeping deeply enough. Some people spend seven or eight hours in bed every night but often wake up in the middle of the night and can’t get back to sleep. You get enough hours, but poor-quality sleep still leaves you drained the next day.
Not drinking enough water. Many older adults don’t feel very thirsty and drink only a few glasses of water all day, which can leave them feeling foggy.
Too much on your mind. Work, home, kids, one thing after another. When stress is high, your mind is exhausted even if your body hasn’t moved.
Start With Small Adjustments
Eat until you’re 70–80% full. Have a little less rice, add a few more bites of vegetables, and eat more slowly. You’ll be less likely to get sleepy in the afternoon.
Get up and walk for a few minutes every hour you sit. Pour a glass of water or stretch. A walk after dinner is much better than sitting on the couch.
Use your phone less before bed. Put your phone away half an hour before bed and dim the lights in your room to help you sleep more deeply.
Keep water where you can see it. Put a glass of water on your desk and take a sip whenever you see it, without waiting until you’re thirsty.
Give yourself some empty time. Find ten or fifteen minutes a day to make a cup of tea, listen to music and think about nothing at all.
One More Step for Everyday Wellness
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When Should You See a Doctor About Long-Term Fatigue?
If you’ve adjusted your habits and still feel tired all the time, or so tired that it affects your work and daily life, be sure to see a doctor. Long-term fatigue has many possible causes, and letting a doctor check things out is far more reassuring than guessing on your own. If you take medication or have a chronic condition, please also check with your doctor before taking any supplement.
These statements have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
