People who experience food poisoning usually report fatigue as a result of the body working hard to remove the infection. Fatigue can also come from dehydration. Rest is one of the best things for recovery at this time, though with food poisoning this can be difficult when cramps and nausea call for frequent bathroom trips. However, sleeping allows the body to focus all its energy on fighting the infection.

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