Feeling tired and worn out? Have a hard time waking up in the morning? Are you experiencing muscle or joint pain? These issues might be a sign of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), a condition that affects about 24 million people worldwide. It’s estimated that over one million Americans are struggling with it.
Insomnia, low energy, extreme exhaustion, headaches, and memory problems are all symptoms of chronic fatigue. Also known as Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME), this health condition can take over your life and keep you from doing the things you love.
But what causes this problem in the first place? Is it stress, sleep deprivation, or genetics? While any of these things may contribute to chronic fatigue, the exact cause is unknown. Here are some risk factors you might not be aware of:
Infections
Chronic fatigue syndrome often causes flu-like symptoms in its early stages. This made researchers believe that certain infections may be the culprit. About one in 10 individuals who become infected with Coxiella burnetti, Ross River virus, or Epstein-Barr virus will experience symptoms that meet the criteria for chronic fatigue.
In general, viral infections play a role in the onset of this condition. That’s why it’s important to keep your immune system strong year round. Ozone therapy, a natural procedure offered by Integrative Wellness New York, can enhance your body’s defense mechanisms and healing abilities.
Hormonal Imbalances
Your hormones regulate your metabolism, immune system, brain function, and several biochemical processes. Even the slightest imbalance can wreak havoc on your health.
Chronic fatigue syndrome has been linked to adrenal fatigue, thyroid disease, and other medical conditions that cause hormonal imbalances. According to the latest studies, low thyroid hormone levels are a major risk factor for CFS.
Researchers have found that CFS sufferers tend to have low-grade inflammation and reduced levels of T3 and T4, two important thyroid hormones. Tiredness, depression, lack of motivation, cold hands and feet, brain fogs, and headaches are all common symptoms among those with thyroid disorders.
Age
This health condition appears to be more prevalent in middle-aged people. Also, women are more likely to develop CFS.
Even though you cannot stop aging, there are ways to slow down this process and regain your energy. Ozone therapy combined with balanced and regular exercise can help.
Integrative Wellness NY
26 Court Street Ste 309,
Brooklyn, NY 11201
(718) 222-4888
(888) 604-6623
https://integrativewellnessny.com
Our Location on the Map: https://g.page/integrative-medicine-brooklyn-ny
Nearby Locations:
Weeksville | Crown Heights | Prospect Heights | Clinton Hill | Brownsville | Park Slope | Gowanus
11213 | 11238 | 11205 | 11212 | 11217
Working Hours:
Monday 9AM - 7PM
Tuesday 9AM - 7PM
Wednesday 9AM - 7PM
Thursday 9AM - 7PM
Friday Closed
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed
Payment: cash, check, credit cards.