<img src="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2024/07/tired440-b36e1fd.jpg?quality=90&resize=620,413" srcset="https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2024/07/tired440-b36e1fd.jpg?quality=90&resize=360,239 360w, https://images.immediate.co.uk/production/volatile/sites/30/2024/07/tired440-b36e1fd.jpg?quality=90&resize=180,119 180w, " sizes="(max-width: 620px) 100vw, 620px" width="620" height="413" class="wp-image-896139 alignnone size-landscape_thumbnail" alt="A woman lying on a sofa looking tired" title="Why am I always tired?" /> <p class="p2">If you’re feeling overly tired, with little energy, you’re not alone – <a href="https://yougov.co.uk/society/articles/40047-one-eight-britons-feel-tired-all-time" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">1 in 8 Brits</span></a> report feeling tired ‘all the time’ and a quarter of us are tired ‘most of the time’. In fact, this is such a common experience there’s even an acronym for it: TATT (‘tired all the time’).</p>
<p class="p2"><b>Discover more</b> <a href="/health" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3"><b>health articles</b></span></a> <b>as well as tips on</b> <a href="/howto/guide/how-get-good-nights-sleep" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3"><b>how to get a better night’s rest</b></span></a><b> and recipes for</b> <a href="/recipes/collection/best-energy-boosting-snacks" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3"><b>energy-boosting snacks</b></span></a><b>.</b></p>
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<h2 class="p2"><b>What do we mean by tired all the time?</b></h2>
<p class="p2">If you’re experiencing TATT then you’ll be familiar with that sense of constant fatigue that can interfere with your normal day-to-day activities. The reason may be physical, psychological or a combination of the two.</p>
<p class="p2">There are numerous reasons that might explain your tiredness – perhaps too many late nights, a new baby or menopause symptoms, like night sweats. Similarly, a poor diet, overuse of stimulants or excess stress may all impact the quality of your sleep. It’s worth investigating which causes could be playing their part, and whether addressing them with diet and lifestyle modifications may help.</p>
<p class="p2">Here are 10 common reasons for feeling TATT:</p>
<h3 class="p2"><b>1. Not getting enough sleep</b></h3>
<p class="p2">Although we tend to think of sleep as an inactive process, our body and brain use this time to perform a number of important tasks. For example, the release of <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4755451/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">growth hormone</span></a> peaks during the <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK19956/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">first 90 minutes of sleep</span></a> and if we delay going to bed or toss and turn without falling asleep we won’t experience this beneficial peak. Over time the effect of this will be to reduce our muscle mass and limit our exercise capacity.</p>
<p class="p2"><b>Find out</b> <a href="/howto/guide/how-much-sleep-do-i-need" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3"><b>how much sleep you need</b></span></a> <b>and then discover</b> <a href="/howto/guide/eat-right-sleep-tight" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3"><b>what to eat for a good night’s sleep</b></span></a><b>.</b></p>
<h3 class="p2"><b>2. Working shifts</b></h3>
<p class="p2">Sleep experts estimate <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25246026/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">between two and five percent</span></a> of all shift workers experience a sleep disorder that results in excessive sleepiness or disrupted sleep. These disruptions to our natural circadian rhythm make shift workers <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29517053/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">more prone to infection and illness</span></a> and more likely to experience disrupted blood sugar levels and high blood pressure.</p>
<p class="p2">Even if you can’t avoid irregular sleep patterns, there are <a href="/howto/guide/5-tips-improve-your-sleep-hygiene" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">ways to optimise your sleep</span></a>.</p>
<h3 class="p2"><b>3. High levels of stress</b></h3>
<p class="p2">Although some stress is normal, too much may severely affect your life and <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26143479/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">your ability to sleep well</span></a>. As well as trying to minimise your exposure to stressful situations, implementing practical strategies like <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32406348/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">meditation</span></a> may help you cope better with the stress in your daily life.</p>
<p class="p2"><strong>Take a look at <a href="/howto/guide/stress-diet-can-foods-help" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">other methods for managing stress</span></a>.</strong></p>
<h3 class="p2"><b>4. Excess caffeine</b></h3>
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<p class="p2">Caffeine provides many of us with a welcome boost, especially if taken at key points in the day, but over-reliance on it may make you tired and jittery. Drinking too much and too late in the day is linked with <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/27527212/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">increased sleeplessness</span></a>, night-time waking and daytime sleepiness. However, it is worth saying that <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/28603504/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">some people are more sensitive</span></a> to the effects of caffeine than others.</p>
<p class="p2"><strong><span class="s3"><a href="/howto/guide/spotlight-caffeine" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Find out more about caffeine</a>.</span></strong></p>
<h3 class="p2"><b>5. Not drinking enough water</b></h3>
<p class="p2">Being dehydrated leads to lower energy levels and poor concentration: just <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26290294/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">a two percent reduction in body mass</span></a> due to dehydration appears to influence mood and increase fatigue.</p>
<p class="p2">Find out <a href="/howto/guide/how-much-water-should-i-drink-day" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">how much liquid you should be drinking</span></a>, and try some new recipes to help increase your fluid intake. How about our <a href="/recipes/fruit-infused-water" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">fruit-infused water</span></a>, <a href="/recipes/watermelon-strawberry-slushie" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">watermelon strawberry slushie recipe</span></a> or <a href="/recipes/watermelon-lollies" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">watermelon ice lollies</span></a>?</p>
<h3 class="p2"><b>6. Nutrient deficiencies</b></h3>
<p class="p2">If you are deficient in key nutrients such as vitamins <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25824066/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">B12</span></a>, <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33408196/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">D</span></a> or the mineral <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34497146/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">iron</span></a>, you may feel tired throughout the day, despite sleeping well. Although low levels of these nutrients are quite common, you should get your levels checked by your GP before starting a supplement programme.</p>
<p class="p2"><b>Find out more about these key nutrients in these articles:</b> <a href="/howto/guide/what-vitamin-b12" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3"><b>What is vitamin B12?,</b></span></a> <a href="/howto/guide/am-i-getting-enough-vitamin-d" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3"><b>am I getting enough vitamin D?</b></span></a> <b>and</b> <a href="/howto/guide/spotlight-high-iron" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3"><b>spotlight on a high-iron diet</b></span></a><b>. Plus, try our</b> <a href="/recipes/collection/iron-rich-recipes" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3"><b>iron-rich recipes</b></span></a><b>.</b></p>
<h3 class="p2"><b>7. Poor diet</b></h3>
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<p class="p2">Eating a balanced and varied diet is important for all aspects of health including energy levels. If you don’t eat adequate amounts of calories and macronutrients, like protein, your body can turn to reserves and start breaking down fat stores and muscle, which may lead to fatigue.</p>
<p class="p2">Although you might think a diet high in sugar provides plenty of calories to fuel the body, <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32050677/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">studies</span></a> suggest these calories actually hinder our production of energy and <a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4975866/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">deplete nutrients</span></a> from the other foods we have eaten – leaving us even more tired.</p>
<p class="p2"><strong>Discover more about a <a href="/howto/guide/balanced-diet" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">healthy, balanced diet</span></a> and try our <a href="/recipes/collection/energy-boosting-dinner-recipes" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">energy-boosting recipes</span></a>.</strong></p>
<h3 class="p2"><b>8. Being overweight</b></h3>
<p class="p2">Being overweight increases your risk of chronic illness (including heart disease, type II diabetes and certain cancers). It may also increase your risk of developing <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/35216758/#:~:text=Being%20overweight%20or%20obese%20increases,may%20further%20impair%20sleep%20quality." target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">sleep disorders</span></a> including sleep apnoea – this may leave you feeling constantly tired. If you think this is relevant for you, refer to your GP for guidance.</p>
<p class="p2"><strong>Find out if you are a <a href="/howto/guide/how-much-should-i-weigh" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">healthy weight</span></a>, and consider a <a href="/health/healthy-diet-plan" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">healthy recipe plan</span></a> to keep you on track.</strong></p>
<h3 class="p2"><b>9. A medical condition</b></h3>
<p class="p2">There are numerous medical conditions that are linked to tiredness. These include hypothyroidism, <a href="https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/chronic-fatigue-syndrome-cfs/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">chronic fatigue syndrome</span></a>, <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31447842/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">multiple sclerosis</span></a> and <a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34631916/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">long Covid</span></a>. Getting the appropriate diagnosis and treatment may help you feel better and improve other aspects of your health. If you’ve been experiencing long-term fatigue, discuss this with your GP.</p>
<h3 class="p2"><b>10. Drug or alcohol dependence</b></h3>
<p class="p2"><span class="s3"><a href="https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26072600/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Studies</a></span> suggest that those who are dependent on drugs or alcohol are more likely to experience excess tiredness. If this is relevant to you or a loved one, seek professional help.</p>
<p class="p2">Check out these resources for more information and help:</p>
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<li class="li2"><span class="s1"><a href="https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/addiction-support/drug-addiction-getting-help/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s2">NHS: drug addiction – getting help</span></a></span></li>
<li class="li2"><span class="s1"><a href="/howto/guide/how-drink-responsibly" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s2">How to drink responsibly</span></a></span></li>
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<p class="p2">If you have taken steps to address the most likely causes, and your tiredness continues for two weeks or more, make an appointment to see your GP. They may suggest you are assessed for <a href="https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/iron-deficiency-anaemia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">iron deficiency anaemia</span></a>, an <a href="https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/underactive-thyroid-hypothyroidism/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">underactive thyroid</span></a> or <a href="https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/sleep-apnoea/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">sleep apnoea</span></a>. Alternatively, your tiredness may be a result of a psychological issue such as <a href="https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/conditions/depression-in-adults/symptoms/" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><span class="s3">depression</span></a>, anxiety or a <span class="s3"><a href="https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/feelings-symptoms-behaviours/feelings-and-symptoms/grief-bereavement-loss/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">bereavement</a>.</span></p>
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<p class="p2"><b>Does this sound familiar? Are you tired all the time? What steps have you taken to address this? Share your experiences in the comments below…..</b></p>
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<p><em>This page was reviewed on 2 July 2024 by Kerry Torrens<span class="s4">.</span></em></p>
<p><em>Kerry Torrens is a qualified nutritionist (MBANT) with a post graduate diploma in personalised nutrition and nutritional therapy. She is a member of the British Association for Nutrition and Lifestyle Medicine (BANT) and a member of the Guild of Food Writers. Over the last two decades she has been a contributing author to a number of nutritional and cookery publications including Good Food. For more food and health tips follow Kerry on Instagram at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kerry_torrens_nutrition_/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">@kerry_torrens_nutrition_</a></em></p>
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