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Fatigue

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Quiz Revealing Source(s) of  Your Chronic Fatigue

Section 1 - Mitochondrial Breakdown (Energy Production)

Low Stamina during normal daily activities?
Muscles fatique quickly during mild exertion?
Feeling "wired but tired" after physical activity?

Section 2 - HPA Axis Dysregulation (Stress Response)

Difficulty bouncing back from stress?
Energy crashes between 2-5 PM?
Feeling overwhelmed by small tasks?

Section 3 - Dysbiosis & Leaky Gut

Bloating, gas or digestive discomfort?
Fatigue after meals?
Food sensitivities or reactions?

Section 4 - Nutrient Deficiency

Cravings for sugar, salt, or stimulants?
Brittle nails, hair thinning, or dry skin?
Fatigue improves temporarily after eating?

Section 5 - Toxic Burden

Sensitivity to chemicals, fragrances, or smoke?
Headaches or brain fog in certain environments?
Fatigue that worsens after exposure to pollutants?

Section 6 - Infection & Immune Challenges

Frequent colds or slow recovery from illness?
Swollen lymph nodes or sore throat without infection?
Fatigue that worsens after physical or mental stress?

Section 7 - Sleep & Circadian Rhythm Disruption

Trouble falling or staying asleep?
Waking unrefreshed even after a full night's sleep?
Energy peaks late at night?

Section 8 - Methylation Imbalance

Mood swings or irritability?
Difficulty concentrating or staying motivated?
Fatigue that improves with B-vitamin supplements?

Section 9 - Low-Grade Inflammation

Joint stiffness or body aches without injury?
Puffy face or hands?
Fatigue that worsens after inflammatory foods?

Section 10 - Neurotransmitter Imbalance 

Low mood or lack of pleasure?
Racing thoughts or anxiety?
Cravings for caffeine or stimulants to function?

Section 11 - Neuroinflammation

Persistent brain fog?
Light or soud sensitivity?
Head pressure or congitive fatigue?

Section 12 - Autonomic Nervous System Imbalance (Dysautonomia)

Dizziness when standing up?
Heart palpitations unrelated to exertion?
Temperature intolerance (hot or cold)?

Section 13 - Oral Infection / Dental Contributors

Chronic bad breath or metallic taste?
Jaw tension or pain?
History of dental infections or root canals?

1. Mitochondrial Breakdown:

2. HPA Axis Dysregulation:

3. Dysbiosis & Leaky Gut:

4. Nutrient Deficiency:

5. Toxic Burden:

6. Infection & Immune Challenges:

7. Sleep & Circadian Rhythm Disruption:

8. Methylation Imbalance:

9. Low-Grade Inflammation:

10. Neurotransmitter Imbalance:

11. Neuroinflammation:

12. Autonomic Nervous System Imbalance:

13. Oral Infection / Dental Contributors:

5 Archetypical Profiles of Chronic Fatigue

The Wired Sleeper

Description:

  • HPA axis dysregulation + cortisol collapse.

  • Stuck in a loop of core exhaustion and insomnia.

  • Feels “tired and wired” – unable to rest and constantly fatigued

Traits:

  • Difficulty falling asleep despite exhaustion

  • Morning fatigue, afternoon crashes, nighttime alertness

  • Often misdiagnosed as anxiety or depression

The Foggy Thinker

Description:

  • Mitochondrial collapse + neuroinflammation

  • Struggles with memory, focus, and motivation

  • Feels like their brain is wrapped in cotton

Traits:

  • Brain fog, poor recall, slow processing

  • Fatigue worsens with exertion or stress

  • Often dismissed as "burnout" or "getting older"

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The Detox Blocker

Description:

  • Mycotoxin overload + sluggish detox pathways

  • Sensitive to smells, chemicals, and environments

  • Feels like their body is holding onto invisible toxins

Traits:

  • Fatigue, headaches, chemical sensitivity

  • Poor recovery and emotional flatness

  • Often told "it's all in your head"

The Gut-Derailed Reactor

Description:

  • Dysbiosis + malabsorption

  • Experiences bloating, food sensitivities, and post-meal crashes

  • Feels like their gut is sabotaging their energy

Traits:

  • Fatigue after meals or infections

  • Brain fog, mood swings, and digestive discomfort

  • Often misdiagnosed as IBS or psychosomatic

The Nutrient Starved Achiever

Description:

  • Micronutrient depletion + poor absorption

  • Eats well, supplements often, but still feels depleted

  • Feels like their cells are starving despite effort

Traits:

  • Fatigue, poor focus, muscle cramps

  • Symptoms worsen with stress or fasting

  • Often told "labs are normal"

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Myth Busting

Myth 1: Chronic fatigue is just being tired
It’s a multi‑system dysfunction, not ordinary tiredness.

Myth 2: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 3: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 4: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 5: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 6: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 7: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 8: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 9: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 10: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 11: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 12: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 13: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 14: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 15: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 16: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 17: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 18: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 19: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

Myth 20: It's all in your head
Fatigue often reflects measurable biological imbalances, not imagination.

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