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Feeling constantly exhausted—even after a full night’s sleep? Chronic fatigue is often dismissed as stress or aging, but it’s usually your body waving a red flag. In this episode of The Health Pulse, we uncover the often-missed medical causes of persistent fatigue and the tests that can finally bring answers.
We explore how low ferritin levels can leave you energy-depleted even when standard iron panels look fine, and why TSH-only thyroid testing often fails to detect real dysfunction. You'll learn about hidden micronutrient deficiencies (like B12, folate, and vitamin D), the impact of cortisol imbalances, and how insulin resistance can silently sap your energy long before blood sugar becomes abnormal.
This is your guide to asking better questions, ordering the right labs, and finally understanding what your fatigue is really trying to tell you. If you’re ready to stop guessing and start solving, this episode is your first step toward lasting energy and clarity.
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Chapters
1. Introduction to Chronic Fatigue (00:00:00)
2. Iron Deficiency Beyond Hemoglobin (00:02:18)
3. Thyroid Function and Energy Regulation (00:04:11)
4. Essential Micronutrients for Energy Production (00:07:15)
5. Stress, Cortisol and Energy Balance (00:10:37)
6. Blood Sugar Issues and Insulin Resistance (00:13:16)
7. Key Takeaways and Closing Thoughts (00:16:12)
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