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Why am I so tired? Vitamin D

Why am I so tired? | Why am I always tired? | Extreme tiredness
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6. Do you spend a lot of time indoors?

If your day is made up of waking up, getting in the car, working in an office or staying at home all day and then going to bed you probably don't get enough fresh air or sunshine.

Fresh air gives you oxygen and sunshine gives you vitamin D, both elements which boost your energy levels and wake you up. Both boost your immune system too so you're less likely to get colds, bugs and other illnesses which make you feel run down. Getting more fresh air can also help you sleep better once you get into bed.

Try getting out of the office at lunchtime or taking the kids for a walk. When it's warm enough open windows and doors too to let the air and sunshine go through your house.

- Get more on what vitamin D does and where you can get it from
- Top tips to boost your immune system naturally

Read on: Discover why doing more exercise will help with your tiredness

By Vicky Woollaston

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