Feeling Drained?

Lifestyle Medicine

In episode 109 of the 'Healthy Looks Great On You' podcast, Dr. Vickie Petz Kasper addresses the common issue of fatigue that affects a significant portion of the population. She explains the distinction between physical, mental, and emotional fatigue, as well as decision fatigue, highlighting their impact on productivity and wellbeing. Dr. Kasper discusses various possible medical and lifestyle causes of fatigue, stressing the importance of a proper diagnosis. Through lifestyle medicine, she offers insights into how changes in sleep, diet, exercise, stress management, and social connections can combat fatigue. The episode emphasizes the difference between acute, chronic, and subacute fatigue, examines the role of various conditions and deficiencies in causing fatigue, and offers practical tips and a seven-day prescription for making impactful lifestyle adjustments.

 

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00:00 Introduction: The Problem of Fatigue

00:46 Understanding Fatigue: Causes and Effects

03:08 Medical Perspective on Fatigue

03:43 Personal Experience with Fatigue

04:31 The Role of Stress and Depression in Fatigue

08:11 Medical Approach to Diagnosing Fatigue

14:16 The Importance of Rest and Connection in Combating Fatigue

17:07 Lifestyle Medicine and Fatigue: A Deep Dive

20:24 Practical Tips for Managing Fatigue

26:27 The Role of Physical Fitness in Battling Fatigue

30:12 Conclusion: The Journey to Overcome Fatigue