When should you worry about fatigue?

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When should you worry about fatigue? Ask the Doc: I have been quite fatigued over the past two weeks. How long should I wait before seeing a doctor?

Get your copy of Understanding Chronic Fatigue Syndrome This Guide is designed to help you understand CFS and how it is diagnosed. You'll discover strategies people often use to manage their illness, from energy conservation techniques to acupuncture, chiropractic, massage therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and yoga. The guide also reviews established and experimental medications that are used to treat CFS symptoms. Some of these treatments may work for you; some may not. But don’t lose hope. While you’ll likely have to use a trial-and-error approach to find which strategies help you the most, ultimately your health can improve.

Eating more fruits and vegetables may help men with memory loss Need another reminder to eat your fruits and vegetables? Doing so might lower your risk of memory loss; according to a study that followed the eating habits of almost 28,000 men over a 20-year period.

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Understanding Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Featured content: • What is chronic fatigue syndrome? • Defining CFS • What causes CFS? • Diagnosing CFS • Managing CFS •  ... and more! Click here to read more »