I am on a diet and have lost some weight already. Why do I feel so tired?

I am on a diet and have lost some weight already. Why do I feel so tired?
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There is no reason you should feel tired because of the weight loss – but you may absolutely be nutrient deficiency is your diet is missing key nutrients. You should figure out what’s missing, if you can – maybe, see a nutritionist.
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