The thyroid is a small gland that controls your metabolism. When the gland is underactive and the metabolism functions too slowly, you may feel sluggish and put on weight.
they're sleeping enough, but sleep apnea gets in the way. It briefly stops your breathing throughout the night. Each interruption wakes you for a moment, but you may not be aware of it. The result: you’re sleep-deprived despite spending eight hours in bed. Your doctor may order a sleep study to check for this.Lose weight if you're overweight, quit smoking, and you may need a CPAP device to help keep your airway passages open while you sleep.
Swipe to advanceIn people with diabetes, abnormally high levels of sugar remain in the bloodstream instead of entering the body's cells, where it would be converted into energy. The result is a body that runs out of steam despite having enough to eat. If you have persistent, unexplained fatigue, ask your doctor about being tested for diabetes.Treatments for diabetes may include lifestyle changes such as diet and exercise, insulin therapy, and medications to help the body process sugar.