to ask if there's a 'tonic' I can take to help me feel less tired

[MariaWaria]

50s, fit and healthy, had blood tests etc via GP - all okay, but feel more tired than I think I should. Not exhausted /unable to function, just weary and wanting to be more energetic.

Buckfast.

These have helped me with tiredness, also a magnesium salt soak a couple of times a week.

Ah I thought iron (wrongly )

I think this crushing fatigue is very common with women of a certain age

I have also done a lifestyle overhaul this year , mostly successful

You've said what your diet is - but not said what your meals are.

What, for example, did you eat yesterday?

That sounds like a very low carb diet. Which will cause lethargy and tiredness.

I went through a period of being tired like that. Turned out I was not hydrated enough. I drank more water every day and that cured it.

B1WI

Here's what I ate today, which is fairly typical.

Breakfast: Oats, yoghurt, fruit (usually pear or banana), sometimes nuts.
Lunch: Homemade vegetable soup and a repeat of breakfast.
Dinner: Salmon with roasted vegetables (peppers, tomatoes, broccoli, courgettes, red onion)

How does that sound?

What's your weight like, is there a possibility that you're underweight ? What you're eating sounds healthy but maybe you're lacking calories. Try somewhere like chronometer to see if you're meeting your caloric intake. This will also take into account your height, weight, age, activity levels etc. Maybe your body just needs more ? How about your stress levels, this can make you feel utterly crap

It’s a healthy diet if you are trying to lose weight, but it’s too low in carbs. You need them for energy.

DHEA! It’s a hormone supplement I was prescribed. Has seriously changed my life.

Have you tried ubiquinol, OP? It really made a difference to my energy levels.

YY to checking thyroid. Thyroid problems (in either direction) leave you feeling like you're wading through treacle. Backwards, in waders.

Also - how was your menopause (I'm presuming when you say you're 50s that you've been through the menopause). I found that it completely fucked up my sleep - insomnia on top of the hot flushes (you mention not being able to get more than 6 hours sleep), and I just felt exhausted the whole time. HRT has been a complete wonder drug for me (obviously ignore this if it's clinically contra-indicated for you).

Old fashioned remedy that has worked for me at various times over the years when I've felt very run down - Brewer's yeast tablets.

You can get then from Holland & Barrett or similar shops, or online. They've really helped me to feel less tired - worth a try..?

Surprised nobody had mentioned it yet. If you’re in your 50s hrt

It looks lovely @MariaWaria! However it's low in protein and (I'm guessing) also pretty low in fat. it could be simply that you need more calories from those macronutrients to give you more energy.

Agree with BIWI sounds nice but quite low in protein and iron

I can recommend both Floradix and Ton Was.

My sleep improved enormously after I swapped my thin curtains for ones with a blackout lining.

Thanks for the further comments, all.

Menopause was okay - all done and dusted now would not consider HRT.

Not trying to lose weight and agree my diet may be low on protein/iron. Reluctant to take one of the irons potions. Floradix etc as in the past I've ended up with black teeth - not pretty. Don't think diet is low in fat as tend to put butter on vegetables and have full-fat yoghurt and milk.

Very few stress issues thankfully.

Some darker curtains may be worth a try.

Brewers yeast - had forgotten about that. Wonder why it fell from favour. Always remember there being a big jar of them when I lived with parents.May be worth a try.

Going to request a print out of my blood results today.

I’ve never got on with iron tablets etc but spa tone was ok for me

Exercise, low booze intake and afternoon nap when you can

I have never known that with Floradix.

fairiesandelves

If you have gut problems gallstones or stomach surgery then it can affect the affetivness of taking tablets
Liquid or injections is much better
Injecting B12 is fine very easy to do

Thanks irunlikeahipo I currently pay £40 per b12 jab so where can I source them myself please. Thanks