Anemia could definitely be part of the problem. If your BS readings are too high, I would see that as a likely culprit though, especially if you hurt all over when you are low in energy. Walking, lifting weights, and yoga are all good energy builders, in part because they burn off the BS.

Or you could drink some yerba mate tea, which has enough caffeine to get a 747 off the ground.

I just had my annual physical last Wednesday. The results were good except the doctor said my thyroid was low. I am not surprised because in the last couple of months I have had no energy, and so many times I sit down to watch TV and the next thing I know I am dosing off.
I just ordered some Sublingual B-12 2000mcg 100 tabs. I have seen them advertised on TV for years.

Exercise definitely gives you more energy. It's like you to put in some energy in order to get some energy. The first few times, you may not feel a boost in energy, but after that, you will. A good run or high incline walk on the treadmill or around the block for a good 30-40 minutes should give you a boost.

And if you hurt outrageously after working out for the first time, you need to see that as a good sign of enthusiasm and effort. Just ease up on yourself next time!

Hi bluejeanz,
Being diabetic brings on these feelings, You really do have to reduce your sugar intake. Green Tea (chinese) is supposed to help with all its antioxidents.
Take it from a failed diabetic, controling the sugar is imperative, otherwise you will always feel tired etc. I am about to have a gastric bypass as a resolve because I can not control my eating.....
Dont leave is as late as I have.....
As much fresh air as possible and as much advice from this site you can get. All the best. Good luck

Thanks for all your varied advice which I know makes good sense,as Ive heard it said that exercise can give you more energy.
My problem is getting motivated,as I have agoraphobia I cant exactly go for a walk.

I think its back to the drawing board as regards keeping an eye on my BS plus I will give the green tea a go.

Its hard going at times with diabetes having to always monitor,but guess there is no other option really.

At least the Byetta pen Ive been on for 2 months now is cutting the amount I eat,so fingers crossed I will shed some weight now.

I need to for my nephews wedding June.,...

Hmmm, interesting... My BS level has been up and I've been so tired and achy. I've also not been exercising as much. thanks for the tips.

I was tired with no energy and at first I thought it was diabetes. But when I realized that my BS was within the normal range and my feet were always real cold. and I was loosing my hair and some tingling in my fingers I figured it was something else.
Got the answer in the results of my physical on the 1st of the month.

Low Thyroid.
Can't blame everything on diabetes.

I would ask your doctor about taking a B12 supplement and an Iron (ferrous sulfate)supplement. I am anemic too and my dr told me to start taking 1000mcg of B-12 and 65mg of iron (the equivalent to 325mg of ferrous sulfate)and this seems to help.

I ask my doctor some things, but most of them don't want you to take anything except what they can write a script for. They have to get their kickbacks.
I started taking the Sublingual B-12 it is wonderful my energy is back. I still can't exercise yet because of gum surgery. No more lethargic. feeling. I have only used 14 out of a 30 day supply.

I am glad you asked this question. I am tired a lot. Sometimes in upper body and oftentimes in lower body. I can walk a little ways then I have to stop and rest. I can end up doing that all day sometimes. There are other times when I am fine and perky and then later I stand up and my legs are so tired. Then later, I am okay again. I am pretty certain my problem stems from poor management (although I am much better) of blood sugar levels. Good luck. If you every come up with any good tips on how to deal with this please share.

I have a theory that because of the metformin has caused bouts of diarrhea that it has sapped my strength.as not long ago I had to have a colonoscopy as the anemia was under investigation.
I think somehow the goodness of my food is not staying long enough to benefit me.
As during the last 3 weeks I have been really ill with a virus which really knocked me out.

Im going to try go back to a regime I used to try with getting more vitamins and nutrients,even though all the latest info suggests that they are not worth taking.

Ive taken a small break from metformin just a couple of days and I feel better.
But I know thats not the answer,Im due to see my consultant July 7th to report on my progress with the byetta pen,which I have not got on at all well,I was constanly sick.
So goodness knows where I go from here,as I need to get my blood sugar under proper control,but there are times when I just want to give up trying......

oh and getting proper amount of sleep has made a vast difference,as Im prone to burning the mid-night oil alot...
Drinking more water is good also,something else Im foing to try sort out,all good intentions but making them stick is another story....