CHRISTMAS can leave us feeling swollen and sluggish. And it’s no wonder. We’ve stuffed ourselves with roast potatoes and Quality Street, drunk more mulled wine and Baileys than water, and spent days horizontal on the sofa.
Advertisement 3 Stress and disrupted sleep can leave you feeling fatigued and sluggish after Christmas Credit: Getty 3 If your lack of energy extends well into the New Year, you should see a doctor Credit: Getty 3 It's not just Brussels sprouts that make us fart at Christmas Credit: Copyright Dazeley But do you know what’s causing your symptoms, how to ease them, and when they could be a sign of something sinister? Dr Rosie Godeseth, associate medical director at Vitality Health, tells Sun on Sunday Health: “After Christmas, many people find themselves bloated with digestive issues, having indulged in rich, fatty foods with more calories than usual. “Headaches occur due to alcohol consumption, and stress and disrupted sleep can leave you feeling fatigued and sluggish, while post-holiday blues kick in as the excitement fades. “All of these symptoms are usually temporary and can be managed with self-care.
Advertisement READ MORE ON BLOATING KNOW THE SIGNS From bloating to losing your voice - the 22 most common cancer symptoms "But if any persist or worsen, try to see your GP. No matter the time of year, always seek medical advice if you notice changes to your body or a new symptom.” Here’s what could be behind yours — and how to beat it .
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