Do you feel tired all the time, no matter how much you get - or attempt to get? You may think it's normal, but there are many reasons you could be experiencing daytime sleepiness that could be holding you back. Thankfully, many of these reasons have solutions, but you need to first diagnose the problem before you can address them.Here are just a few examples of why you could be getting inadequate shut-eye or feeling otherwise tired and sluggish during the day.StressStress is a monster that most of us deal with at one time or another. Not only can it cause you mental anguish, it can also have damaging effects on the body and can even alter your sleep or exhaust you during the day to the point where you always feel tired.There are many ways to try and address stress, from working out to speaking with a counselor. With time, hopefully, you can get back onto a healthy sleep cycle and eliminate some of the stress from your daily life, or at least control your reaction to it.Nutrient DeficienciesIt’s hard to know if you have nutrient deficiencies, but it happens, especially if you don’t eat a healthy balanced diet rich in vegetables, fruits, and protein. If you are feeling tired all the time, look at your diet. Are you getting enough vitamins such as iron, B12, and Vitamin D? These common culprits can leave you feeling lethargic if they’re missing from your daily diet.CaffeineBe honest - how many cups of coffee do you drink a day? How about soda? These beverages are packed with caffeine (and sometimes sugar!) that can keep you up at night and ruin your quality of life during the day. If you find yourself wide awake at night, check your caffeine consumption and try to limit your intake to the early hours so the effects wear off by bedtime.Sleep ApneaDid you know that sleep apnea is more than just snoring? In fact, that snoring noise many people make with sleep apnea isn’t snoring, but gasping and choking for air. This can cause you to wake repeatedly throughout the night, making you tired during the day.Dr. Peterson offers custom sleep orthotics for people with sleep apnea. These devices prop the mouth open in a natural position which allows the patient to breathe easier and thus have a good night’s sleep. To learn more about sleep solutions from Dr. Peterson, contact the office for a consultation today.