Genetics, the mono virus, gut bacteria, and even hormones have all been blamed for chronic fatigue. But what if we are getting too specific? Maybe the root cause of fatigue is something more generalized. I believe chronic fatigue is a consequence of inflammation. Out of control inflammation that affects multiple body systems. The last time … [Read more...]
Mold in your house will make you sick. But your eyes and nose will not be enough to detect it. Mold is sneaky. It hides in areas you cannot see or smell! You need to use specialized testing, known as ERMI and HERTSMI2 to find out if your home is making you sick. However, before you begin testing you need to remove yourself from the source of … [Read more...]
You've heard keto is supposed to make you feel amazing. But you feel nauseous, fatigued, and just plain awful. What's going on? What's causing this keto fatigue, anyways? You went on a keto diet to improve your fatigue. But now you're more tired than before you started. Sound familiar? I see this phenomenon happen regularly. It's very … [Read more...]
Achilles tendonitis is one of the most frustrating injuries to heal from. Could stretching and rest actually be moving you in the wrong direction? My right Achilles tendon has been hurting for months. I've been to see osteopaths, physiotherapists, chiropractors, massage therapists, acupuncturists, and fascia workers. I've used ice and Tiger … [Read more...]
Does prednisone make you tired and weak? Even though it can save your life, many people find prednisone causes fatigue. So If you're struggling with adrenal fatigue prednisone may be to blame! If you suffer from an autoimmune diseases like Crohn's, colitis, rheumatoid arthritis, MS among others, chances are you've been on prednisone. Or … [Read more...]
Are superfoods real? The answer will surprise you… The whole superfoods movement is more about marketing than it is about nutritional facts. Today I'll show you how to get all the same nutrients found in superfoods without having to search for any obscure items. What makes a superfood a superfood? Health Canada and the Food and Drug … [Read more...]
Do carbs make you tired? Yes, carbs can make you tired. Eating carbs that your body can't handle puts extreme stress on your system. If this stress is prolonged it ends up causing fatigue. Carbs and fatigue When carbs are digested they are turned into sugar (glucose) which acts as a fuel for your body. After eating a carb your blood sugar will … [Read more...]
Intermittent fasting makes you tired - but isn't it supposed to increase your energy? You've heard so many benefits of about IF, but you find it just leaves you with fatigue. Fasting, as I'm sure you know, involves voluntarily withholding food for a long time, usually a number of days. Intermittent fasting does a similar thing, but for hours … [Read more...]