You know a healthy gut is essential to a healthy body and mind, right? But what if a healthy gut is also required to overcome fatigue? What if the right gut bacteria was the key to increasing your energy? In the not too distant past, researchers believed that chronic fatigue syndrome was a psychiatric disorder (that fatigue you have, it's not … [Read more...]
High fat- low carbohydrate or ketogenic diets are becoming increasingly popular. But should those with adrenal fatigue jump on the keto bandwagon? Before you dive into the keto universe, know that the ketogenic diet is not a cure-all. And for those dealing with adrenal fatigue, the ketogenic diet may do more harm than good. What is a ketogenic … [Read more...]
Is juice a good source of energy? Or is it actually making you tired? Fruit is healthy, right? From a big picture point of view, yes, fruit is generally healthy. However, if you've noticed you experience fatigue after drinking juice you're not alone. In fact, if you take a closer look, you may find out that nature's healthy treat could … [Read more...]
Could your breakfasts, lunches, and dinners be a hidden cause of fatigue? Yes. Something as simple as the food you eat could very well be causing your fatigue. But these food-related offenders often hide below the surface. They don't cause fatigue immediately. Instead, they're more like a chronic, slow-motion drain on your energy … [Read more...]
Do you have any of the following symptoms: Cold hands/feet? Low energy? A strong urge to sleep? Weight gain? Fatigue? These are common symptoms of hypothyroidism. But what if your blood work always comes back in normal ranges? What's going on? Could you still have hypothyroidism (even when your lab tests … [Read more...]
If you were faced with the decision to quit a bad habit or die, which would you choose? Easy, right? You'd choose to quit the bad habit and prolong your life. Or would you? In one study, 60% of patients facing death due to cigarette consumption chose not to quit. Even though quitting smoking would save their life. (1) Why do you avoid … [Read more...]
Are you one of those people who can't function in the morning until you've had your coffee? If you are, that delectable brew could be quietly contributing to your fatigue. But don't panic! For some of you, coffee could be one of the healthiest foods you eat each day. Coffee is controversial. Some websites describe the negative health effects … [Read more...]
Do alternative medicine doctors do a better job of treating fatigue than conventional doctors? Or, are both sides missing the root cause? If you've visited an alternative medicine practitioner like a chiropractor, acupuncturist, naturopath, or something similar, the practitioner probably told you that she doesn't treat your symptoms. She goes … [Read more...]