SUMMER NUTRITION SERIES - PART 1 - Why Summer Fatigue Happens
Why Summer Fatigue Happens & How Nutrition Can Fix It By Saranya – Dietician, Nutrition Educator, Diabetes Educator Feeling unusually tired, low on energy, or mentally drained during summer? You’re not alone. Many people experience what is commonly called summer fatigue — a seasonal drop in energy levels that affects productivity, mood, and overall health. As a dietician with over 20 years of experience, I often see this pattern, especially among working professionals, homemakers, and individuals exposed to heat for long hours. The good news? The right nutrition and simple lifestyle changes can quickly restore your energy. What is Summer Fatigue? Summer fatigue is a condition where your body feels: Constantly tired or weak Dehydrated despite drinking fluids Mentally sluggish or unfocused Low appetite or irregular eating patterns It’s not just “feeling lazy”—it’s your body reacting to heat stress and nutritional imbalanc...