What is post-viral inflammation and why can it persist after infection? Learn how incomplete immune resolution affects fatigue and recovery.
Many people with chronic fatigue are susceptible to chronic viral infections, viral persistence and/or viral reactivation.
Although antiviral medications and herbs can offer benefit and relief, the bigger picture for long term health is supporting the immune system.
Candida overgrowth can contribute to chronic fatigue through a combination of immune system suppression, toxin production, gut dysfunction, and inflammation. When Candida proliferates beyond its normal levels, it can lead to various symptoms that resemble chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) or contribute to ongoing fatigue. Learn how to assess and address Candida in the context of Chronic Fatigue.
Stability is the first step in Chronic Fatigue Recovery. If you are someone experiencing a chronic illness such as CFS/ME, Long Covid, Post-Viral Fatigue, Vaccine Injury, Fibromyalgia or an autoimmune condition, you will be very familiar with the concept of energy crashes, symptom flares and post-exertional malaise (PEM) – all of which are symptoms of an unstable system.
Mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS) and histamine intolerance may be part of the complex web of imbalances in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS/ME) and other chronic illnesses.
MCAS can be associated with pain, cognitive dysfunction, brain fog, sensitivity to light and sound or intolerance to chemicals and smells. Many of these symptoms, and more, go hand in hand with those who experience a chronic illness.
Adrenal Testing most typically refers to saliva tests which plot adrenal function across the day. There are some schools of thought that suggest poorly functioning
Many people with Chronic Fatigue conditions like CFS/ME and Long Covid are turning towards technology, like Heart Rate Variability, to help them better manage their health, their nervous systems and support their recoveries.
Heart Rate Variability (HRV) is a biological marker that you can now measure using a watch or an app on your smartphone linked to a wearable device. If you can understand HRV, you potentially have valuable insight into the state of your autonomic nervous system and day to day fluctuating levels of resilience and capacity.
However, when it comes to harnessing the power of HRV in chronic illness generally and chronic fatigue more specifically, there is both an art and a science. Being able to understand and interpret data in a way that is meaningful to the individual is what can make or break the impact of the technology.
Gallbladder Dysfunction can be a possible contributing factor to the presentation of Chronic Fatigue. Chronic Fatigue is the consequence of poor energy availability, due to poor production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), which happens in the mitochondria, the “energy factory” of the cell. There are multiple mechanisms by which the production of ATP can be impacted, and often in the case of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), there isn’t just one mechanism, but several, all creating the same end result. The gallbladder plays a crucial role in the digestive system and overall metabolic function and therefore could be one of those mechanisms in some, but not necessarily all cases.
If you are wondering if your gut health is impacting your energy levels, the short answer is yes.
The more complex answer is that there are many ways that your gut health can impact your energy. Understanding what digestive imbalances are specific and relevant to you, may help you further understand how you can support your energy by addressing your gut health.
A chronic fatigue experience or formal diagnosis is quite frankly, devastating. It can feel like every aspect of your life is falling through your fingertips. You are trying to hold everything together, process the inevitable grief and loss, understand your health care options and medical terminology, with the least amount of physical, emotional and mental energy.
Ready to uncover the biggest roadblock of your chronic fatigue recovery and finally start addressing your symptoms with real clarity and confidence?
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