Self testing of office workers' health - testing whether you are excessively fatigued

White collar workers face high work intensity and pressure, so it is important to be cautious of 'overworking to death'. Next, let's conduct a self-assessment of the health of office workers, using 27 health danger signals to determine if you are experiencing excessive fatigue. Researchers believe that if more than 7 out of these 27 symptoms and factors are present, those at risk of excessive fatigue may experience "death from overwork" at any time if they account for more than 10 of them. At the same time, those who account for two or more items in items 1 to 9 or three or more items in items 10 to 18 should also pay special attention. These 27 symptoms and factors are:

1. Frequent headaches and chest tightness;

2. hypertension and diabetes occur, and the ECG test results are abnormal;

3. Significant changes in body weight, sudden weight loss or gain; 4. Have dinner and drink almost every night;

5. Drink at least 5 cups of coffee a day;

6. Frequently skipping breakfast or having irregular meal times;

7. Likes to eat fried foods;

8. Often feeling tired and forgetful;

9. Sudden decrease in alcohol tolerance, even when drinking, one does not feel any flavor;

10. Suddenly feel a sense of aging;

11. The shoulders and neck are stiff and stiff;

12. Insomnia due to fatigue and depression;

13. Being irritable and angry even with a small matter;

14. Smoking more than 30 cigarettes a day;

15. Frequent business trips, only staying at home for two or three days per week;

16. There are many night shifts and irregular working hours;

17. Recently, there have been job transfers or changes;

18. Promotion or increased workload;

19. Recently, there has been a sudden increase in overtime hours;

20. Sudden deterioration of interpersonal relationships;

21. Recent work mistakes or disagreements.

22. More than half of them do not go home at 10 pm or come home after 12 pm;

23. One way commuting takes more than 2 hours;

24. I haven't sweated during exercise in recent years;

25. Self perceived good health without seeking medical attention;

26. Work for more than 10 hours a day;

27. Also works on weekends; How to get rid of excessive fatigue? Regarding how to get rid of excessive fatigue, experts provide the following prescription:

1. Scientific fitness methods: firstly, aerobic exercise, such as running, playing ball, boxing, cycling, mountain climbing, etc; The second is abdominal breathing, which involves relaxing the whole body and taking deep breaths, bulging the abdomen, holding for a while, and then slowly exhaling; Thirdly, do health exercises; The fourth is acupressure massage.

2. Method for eliminating mental fatigue: Participate in physical exercise and recreational activities appropriately, and actively rest. If it is psychological fatigue, do not abuse sedatives, sleeping pills, etc. Instead, identify the cause of emotional depression and seek relief. Pathological fatigue should be promptly examined and treated by a doctor.

3. Rest and recovery method: Set aside a certain amount of rest time every day. Listening to music, painting, walking, and other activities can help relieve physical fatigue.

4. Dietary supplement method: Pay attention to the combination of dietary nutrition. Eat more foods that are rich in protein, fat, and B vitamins, such as tofu, milk, and fish. Eat more fruits and vegetables, and drink moderate amounts of water.

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