If you’ve been feeling more tired, achy, puffy, or “off” lately without a clear reason, you’re not imagining it. What doesn’t help is assuming inflammation only matters when there’s obvious illness or pain.
If your energy fades quickly, crashes mid-day, or feels inconsistent, you’re not imagining it. What doesn’t help is assuming you need to eat less, exercise harder, or rely on caffeine to keep going.
If you finally slow down in the evening but still feel tense, restless, or unable to fully relax, you’re not imagining it. What doesn’t help is being told to “just unwind” when your body clearly hasn’t caught up yet.