So, allow me to give a brief rundown...
Drug use:
I'm 22 years old.
From about the age of 15-19 I smoked marijuana frequently.
Also during this time, from about 17-21 years of age I used MDMA 7 times, did moderate amounts of cocaine on about 10 different occasions, consumed hallucinogenic mushrooms about 6 times.
I also smoked cigarettes for a few years, sometimes light, sometimes heavy. I quit cold turkey 6 months ago(on new years).
FATIGUED:
The problem is that I've seemed constantly fatigued and tired for a couple years now. I can perform physical tasks when I force myself and when necessary(such as work), but when I'm not working or I have free time, I usually feel like I'm ready for sleep no matter the amount I got the previous night. I feel sluggish, lethargic, fatigued, etc. My short term memory is laughable. My motivation and ambition has all but withered and completely died. Once a book worm adolescent with unwavering high grades, I now find new information somewhat difficult to fully comprehend and almost impossible to retain.
I never feel like going out and participating in social events. I'd rather sit around at home and do nothing. It's getting to the point where I really need to find a solution as it's effecting my relationship with my girlfriend and the deminishing relationships with friends as I've become very anti social.
Exercise:
Currently my aerobic and anaerobic exercise is little to none, but even during times when I'm doing high intensity exercise such as participation in basketball leagues I would still feel the same throughout the day. I do lift weights 3-4 times a week.
Diet:
I eat pretty well. I eat lean meats, eggs, tuna, skim milk, natural peanut butter, fruits 2 or 3 times a day, and green vegetables 2 or 3 times a day. My main carb intake comes from brown rice and unflavored oatmeal. For the most part I avoid sugar, processed foods, and bad fats. I drink nearly a gallon of water a day.
Supplements:
Creatine (5g a day) - Been using on and off for the past year or so.
Fish Oil (2-3g a day) - Been using for about a year
Multivitamin
Whey Protein
B12 (1000mcg a day)
St John's Wort (900 mg a day) - Just started using recently
edit(knew I was forgetting some):
ZMA
5 HTP- (100mg a day)
Solution?
My doctor prescribed me Wellbutrin for depression about a year and a half ago but due to my opposition of medication, I didn't take the meds. I'm starting to wonder if I should have, though I've heard of "crashes" and relapses after discontinuing SSRI's or dopamine reuptake inhibitors.
I'm hoping the St John's Wort may provide some relief though I've only been taking for a couple weeks now.... My diet and weight lifting regime has been pretty steady for a few years now but this consistent state of fatigue is really beginning to become extremely irritating.
Does anyone have any suggestions? Supplements? Diet change? Nootropics?
I realize the importance of researching for ones' self and believe me I have. I just discovered this website today and the overwhelming majority of the posts seem to be authored by highly intelligent and knowledgeable individuals so any input or suggestions from any of you would be greatly appreciated. I thank those of you in advance who take the time to read this all, especially to those who can offer some greatly needed advice.
Edited by the steve, 11 June 2007 - 10:43 AM.