How to spot the first signs of chronic fatigue syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a fast growing syndrome in the UK
How to spot the first signs of chronic fatigue syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome is a fast growing syndrome in the UK that dangerously affects your energy levels leaving you unable to work or have a normal life. Halting CFS at an early stage is very easy, therefore looking out for the signs for yourself or friends and family are important. If it is left to develop, some people can have it for 30 years! Here are the coping mechanisms to look for:
- Caffeine
- Alcohol
- Sports drinks/lucozade
- Red Bull
- Antidepressants
- Sleeping tablets
- Withdrawal from social events
- Joining a gym routine to build stamina to combat exhaustion
- Screening calls
- Dishonesty about how you feel
- Putting on an act or brave face
- Blame circumstances and believe they will change
- Take time off just to go to bed
- Going to bed really early just to be able to get up and go to work
- Expect energy levels to change on their own
If you, a family member or a friend shows any signs of these coping mechanisms below, please telephone me or a local nutritionist who specialises in CFS immediately.