It is not unusual to feel nauseous or dizzy during your first class. Practicing yoga in a heated room reveals to us our present condition and inspires us take much better care of ourselves. Usually the problem is that we do not drink enough water for daily living, let alone for exercising in a heated room. Nutritionists tell us that we need 2 liters of water a day to help the body function properly.

Usually the problem is that we do not drink enough water. We need 64-80 ounces of water a day to help the body function properly. In the heated yoga room, your body needs an adequate fund of water to allow perspiration to release heat from the body as you practice. So we estimate you need another 64-80 ounces (sometime during the day) to allow for your 90 minutes in the room. Once you are drinking enough water, your body will tolerate the heat better and you will actually enjoy the heat. See similar questions...

The most common cause is dehydration; too much of tea, coffee and alcohol will further dehydrate your body. Drinking plenty of fluid throughout the day will help make your class easier. Sometimes, toxins that built up in your system will contribute to the uneasy feeling during the class. No, the practice is never the same because you are continuously being changed by it. The daily practice challenges you on many levels. Character issues of patience and perseverance come up each time. See similar questions...

You mis-timed the suppository and are trying to hold back passing stools. Another possibility is that your liver is detoxifying, in which case it should resolve after your first few suppositories. See similar questions...

Some people take longer to recover than others. It depends on how much blood you lost and what operation you had. The bigger the operation and the more blood lost, the longer it takes to feel yourself again. Usually you should be fully recovered by 6 weeks but in some people it may take longer. As long as you are making progress, you should not worry. See similar questions...

Fatigue after cancer is not unusual. Many of us have fatigue even 30 and 40 years after treatment. However, it is important to consider the underlying reasons for fatigue. These may be very difficult to determine, but it is important to work closely with your physician to try to diagnose what may be ailing you. Successful diagnosis and treatment of certain conditions may alleviate your fatigue. See similar questions...

The symptoms of dizziness appear when the central nervous system receives conflicting messages from the other four systems. There are five major medical causes for dizziness: Circulation - If your brain does not get enough blood flow, you will feel light headed. The same goes for people with generally poor circulation (chronic), which may be a result of arteriosclerosis or hardening of the arteries. High blood pressure, diabetes, or high cholesterol may also lead to poor circulation. See similar questions...

One of the telltale signs of hepatitis C is chronic fatigue. The liver is responsible for storing energy that is required for the body to function. If the liver is damaged, the energy you need to perform your activities of daily living may not be available. This can lead to fatigue. For tips on dealing with tiredness, read the section on Coping with Fatigue. See similar questions...

You may require more sleep as your body begins to release toxins. The body will use some of its energy storeage to help accomplish the detox. See similar questions...

Although not often, guaifenesin can cause nausea. First check to see if it could be another medication that's causing the nausea or see if it helps to take it with food. If not, stop the guaifenesin and see if the nausea stops. Then, if it does stop, re-start the guaifenesin and see if the nausea comes back the same way. If it does and you're using the tablet form of guaifenesin, try putting each tablet in a gelatin capsule so that it is not exposed to the stomach. See similar questions...

There are some acupuncture points on the inside of the wrist that seem to help nausea. Try using "Travel Bands" (developed to help travel sickness). They are cheap and can be purchased from large chemists. There are very clear instructions telling you how to use them. You may have to leave them on for several hours to get the best effect. Some people find ginger herb tea helps minimise the nausea feeling. See similar questions...

Again, unfortunately yes. You are going through withdrawal from carbohydrates. Headaches are very common. Hang in there and in a few days it will pass. See similar questions...

Occasionally, a person may feel tired when they start on a weight loss program, but this is a transient side effect as the body switches from using carbohydrate for energy to burning excess body fat. The effect usually disappears within a few days. See similar questions...

Many people use the computer 8 or more hours every day. There is no way to eliminate eye fatigue, but we can check for several conditions that may be making your eye strain problems worse. Uncorrected hyperopia (farsightedness) and / or astigmatism may contribute to eye fatigue. Also, if you are in your forties, you may be experiencing a focusing problem called presbyopia. Dry eyes can also make the eyes feel more tired when doing extended computer work. See similar questions...

You play a large role in how well you feel. The closer you follow your diet, fluid restrictions and medication regimen, and if you attend all dialysis treatments the better you will feel. If you are doing these things and still feel tired, talk with your nephrologist. The University of Michigan Health System web site does not provide specific medical advice and does not endorse any medical or professional service obtained through information provided on this site or any links to this site. See similar questions...

Our bodies do most of their regenerating while we are asleep. A lot of people comment that they feel tired after a bath, so it is recommended to these people to have their baths in the evening before retiring for the night, so their bodies can get that well deserved rest they possibly need. Other people comment of feeling very active after a bath, which in this case is recommended that they maybe have their baths morning/during the day. See similar questions...

This is very common among all readers of The ZAPPER - ICD recipients and their loved ones. In fact, if you do not experience this, you are the exception. Because it's a pretty normal reaction to needing a piece of electronic hardware inside you to stay alive, it is imperative you find ways to deal with it. For extreme cases, your doctor may prescribe psychotropic drugs such as paxil or xanax. See similar questions...

Yes, it is very common. Your body is making up for the time it wasn't fully absorbing foods. Hunger levels tend to normalize within the first months after eliminating gluten and beginning a well balanced diet of gluten-free foods. See similar questions...