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Staying Vibrant:

Managing Fatigue in Seniors

physical stamina, and overall well-being,
Dr Rajiva Gupta writes fatigue in making it crucial to distinguish normal
ageing is a warning sign, not just a ageing from excessive fatigue.
part of growing old Fatigue often stems from a mix of stress,
poor sleep, nutritional deficiencies,
“Fatigue is the safest pain, a protective and chronic illnesses such as diabetes,
mechanism urging us to rest before hypertension, and heart disease. Emotional
damage is done...” – Sir William Osler, stress and anxiety further drain energy,
the father of modern medicine compounding exhaustion. As discussed
“Doctor, I used to be so active, but now in Stress and Fatigue: The Unnoticed
even small tasks leave me drained. No Connection, recognising and addressing
matter how much I rest, the exhaustion these triggers empowers seniors to restore
just won’t go away.” vitality and lead a healthier, more fulfilling
As we age, recovery slows, sleep becomes life.
lighter, and endurance declines. However,
persistent fatigue isn’t just a natural part
of growing older—it’s a warning sign.
Unlike occasional tiredness, persistent
fatigue doesn’t improve with rest and may
signal an underlying health issue. Left
unaddressed, it affects cognitive function,

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