Common Symptoms
- Persistent exhaustion
- Brain fog
- Weakness
- Post-exertional malaise
- Unrefreshing sleep
- Difficulty concentrating
Dietary Approach
Focus on nutrient-dense foods that provide sustained energy. Balance blood sugar with regular meals containing protein, complex carbs, and healthy fats. Address common deficiencies.
Key Strategies
- Eat protein at breakfast to stabilize blood sugar
- Include iron-rich foods with vitamin C
- Snack on nuts and seeds for sustained energy
- Stay hydrated (dehydration causes fatigue)
- Eat regular meals - don't skip breakfast
Essential Nutrients for Chronic Fatigue
Iron
criticalRole: oxygen-transport
Daily Target: 8-18mg
Vitamin B12
criticalRole: energy-metabolism
Magnesium
highRole: energy-production
Coenzyme-q10
highRole: cellular-energy
Complex-carbs
highRole: sustained-energy
Top Foods for Chronic Fatigue
These foods are particularly beneficial for managing Chronic Fatigue:
Açaí (Frozen)
fruits
Key nutrients: iron, vitaminB12, magnesium
Almonds
nuts-seeds
Key nutrients: iron, vitaminB12, magnesium
Anchovies (Canned in Oil)
proteins
Key nutrients: iron, vitaminB12, magnesium
Beef Liver
proteins
Key nutrients: iron, vitaminB12, magnesium
Beets (Beetroot)
vegetables
Key nutrients: iron, vitaminB12, magnesium
Brazil Nuts
nuts-seeds
Key nutrients: iron, vitaminB12, magnesium
Brown Rice (Cooked)
grains
Key nutrients: iron, vitaminB12, magnesium
Cacao Nibs (Raw)
nuts-seeds
Key nutrients: iron, vitaminB12, magnesium
Cashews (Raw, Unsalted)
nuts-seeds
Key nutrients: iron, vitaminB12, magnesium
Chlorella
vegetables
Key nutrients: iron, vitaminB12, magnesium
Dulse
vegetables
Key nutrients: iron, vitaminB12, magnesium
Goji Berries (Dried)
fruits
Key nutrients: iron, vitaminB12, magnesium
Track Your Nutrition for Chronic Fatigue
Use Nutrivio to monitor your diet, track symptoms, and get personalized recommendations for managing Chronic Fatigue.