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117 Running on Empty - Chronic Fatigue, Low Thyroid, Hormone Dysregulation, Detoxification and Supplements with Dr. Stephen, Janet Lewis and Ashley Ja…
117 Running on Empty - Chronic Fatigue, Low Thyroid, Hormone Dysregulation, Detoxification and Supplements with Dr. Stephen, Janet Lewis and Ashley Ja…
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Apr 5, 2017
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What is Chronic Fatigue Syndrome? http://learntruehealth.com/chronic-fatigue-syndrome Chronic Fatigue is usually a result of stress or lack of sleep. However, nutritional deficiency is actually the main cause of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. In A Nutshell The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports more than one million Americans have Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. America's watchdog on health security reveals Chronic Fatigue Syndrome affects people of all ages. According to CDC, the illness has a higher risk factor than multiple sclerosis, lupus and several types of cancers. Dr. Lewis is a staunch advocate for proper nutrition and optimal health. Hence, he is likewise appalled with the current statistics of Americans struggling with health problems. "We give about four times more medications than other nations on earth. We give more diagnostic tests and more surgeries. But America is dead last in overall health according to the World Health Organization and The Commonwealth Fund," he says. Common Causes of Chronic Fatigue Stress Viral Infections Hormonal imbalances Genes Other Causes of Chronic Fatigue Dr. Lewis shares current studies from medical journals have reported other causes of the illness. The Journal of Nutrition and Environmental Medicine and American Journal of Industrial Medicine cites the following: Organophosphates in pesticides Formaldehyde MSG High fructose corn syrup Cleaning agents Consistent Bowel Movements Dr. Lewis further reveals having slow bowel movements likewise cause Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. The nutrients in one's diet will cause gastrointestinal disturbance and acid reflex 95% of the time. When one has gas, bloating or belching, it is a clear sign that food is not breaking down properly. Constipation may also lead to liver problems as well as develop various types of cancers. His wife Janet, who is a Certified Natural Health Consultant explains,"The colon is getting bigger and bigger. All the toxic waste getting in there can't come through. All of that leeches out to all the organs in the body. Organs are not getting the nutrients that they need to be healthy." You Are What You Eat Supplements really changed my life about six years ago. I was struggling with my health my entire adult life. "If you put the nutrient level in and everyday detoxify. Your body can work in ways that you forgot how good you could feel," affirms Dr. Lewis. "Food changed in the last thirty to fifty years. The average man's sperm count is down 50% in fifty years. Average little girls are developing their secondary sex characteristics many years before they should. That causes all kinds of ovarian and uterine problems and Chronic Fatigue overlaps." The Truth About Gluten My husband and I completely went organic about eight years ago. We cleaned up our diet, significantly decreasing gluten and dairy in our diet. I stopped getting sick from the throat and bronchial issues, chronic fatigue, and nutrient deficiency. My infections stopped happening and I added high-quality supplements. Dr. Lewis likewise equates gluten to bad health, " There is four to forty times more gluten than there was just a few decades ago. Gluten messes with your gastrointestinal track. It leads to leaky gut syndrome, depression, anxiety, diabetes, thyroid issues, and infections." Common Myths Around Nutrition And Supplements There is so much of our belief system influencing our actions. Based on my personal experience, I woke up with more energy after just a few days of taking multi-mineral supplements. I took Chromium, Vanadium, Aspartic acid and this whole complex which help regulate blood sugar. I no longer had hunger pangs every 45 minutes without side effects. Taking metformin was also a thing of the past since it made me so sick. "To have something different, you have to do something different. You have to go into the spiritual realm and create courage in order to get well," says Dr. Lewis. Dr. Lewis further explains the three gener
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Apr 5, 2017
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