Swati Deshmukh Swati Deshmukh Asked 7 months ago

Why do i sleep so much and still feel tired?

Even after getting 9-10 hours of sleep, I still wake up feeling so tired, like I haven't slept at all. It's really affecting my work and overall energy levels. What could be going on?

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Kamala Devi Kamala Devi Joined May 2026 6 months ago
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My elders always said if you sleep a lot and are still tired, something is not right. It could be poor sleep quality or a nutritional imbalance. While family remedies like warm milk are good, it's best to consult a doctor. They can recommend tests and provide a proper diagnosis.

Deepika Sharma Deepika Sharma Joined May 2026 5 months ago

Oh, I totally get this! I used to sleep 10+ hours and still felt drained. For me, it was a combination of low Vitamin D and high stress. I started taking supplements (after consulting doc) and practiced meditation. Also, make sure your room is dark, cool, and quiet. It really improved my sleep quality.

Arjun Prakash Arjun Prakash Joined Jun 2026 4 months ago

Even if you're sleeping a lot, the quality of sleep matters. Sometimes lack of physical activity can make you feel sluggish. If your doctor gives a green light, try incorporating a short walk or some light exercises. It might improve your energy levels and sleep quality significantly.

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Pooja Singh Pooja Singh Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Haan yaar, this is so frustrating, na? You sleep so much, but still feel like you haven't slept at all. For me, it was my phone, I was always on it before bed. Try keeping your phone away an hour before sleep, might help improve sleep quality, I swear!

Rohan Dixit Rohan Dixit Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

When you sleep a lot and still feel tired, it could point to a deficiency in your diet, especially B12 or iron, which are common in vegetarian diets. Also, ensure you're hydrating well. Eating nutritious, fresh food really impacts energy levels. Maybe review your meal plans.

Govind Prasad Govind Prasad Joined Mar 2026 7 months ago

Beta, if you are sleeping much but still feel tired, it means your body is not getting proper rest inside. Sometimes, having heavy dinner late or too much stress causes this. Try to eat light at night and drink some ginger tea. But for long-term, consult a good vaidya or doctor.

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Suresh Menon Suresh Menon Joined May 2026 6 months ago

Sleeping a lot and still feeling tired is a red flag. It's not normal exhaustion. It could be anything from a sleep disorder like apnea to thyroid issues or even anemia. Please, please get it checked by a doctor properly. Don't self-diagnose or delay.

Anjali Bose Anjali Bose Joined Jun 2026 5 months ago

I was also in this situation, sleeping endlessly but always exhausted. It led to a lot of complications because I ignored it. Turned out to be a severe vitamin deficiency that needed proper treatment. My advice is to not wait, see a doctor soon for a thorough check-up.

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