Edit1: some thoughts based on comments. I was diagnosed with low vitamin D a few months ago but took bills. Maybe a month ago I ran out. I thought getting outside more recently was enough. You all inspired me to be more serious about it. Got my vitamin D3 and b12 pills.

Also, I noticed the two days I felt so tired I slept later and had alcohol too late in the night. One drink but around 12am. I think not just sleep quantity but when I sleep and quality matter.

Will aim to take my pills, not drink after 8-9pm if I drink, and sleep before 11pm.

Thanks for all the advice :)

  • GrymEdm@lemmy.worldEnglish
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    6 days ago

    Have you always felt tired or is this a new thing?

    If you’ve always had trouble then you may have a chronotype that is set to differ from your daily routine. Research suggests it’s heavily influenced by genetics. Unfortunately I’m not sure what to do about it if that’s the case since the world is designed to run on 9-to-5 with no regard for those that don’t fit.

    If it’s new, then think back to when you weren’t tired and what has changed since then. Changes in diet, sleep habits, weight, stress, stopping working out and more can all affect sleep quality.

    • taiyang@lemmy.worldEnglish
      3·
      6 days ago

      I think this is/was my issue. I thrived once I got to go to college with mostly afternoon classes. I’m back in a rut because of kids waking me at 7am, though. Noon is where it’s at for getting up!