Tend To Be Keyed Up, Trouble Calming Down

Being keyed up all the time, and having difficult calming down is a sign of increased adrenal output, or hyperadrenalism. Increased cortisol with a concomitant low DHEA can cause these symptoms. In the beginning stages of adrenal decompensation the body's response to stress is to increase the cortisol output from the adrenal glands.

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

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Specific Foods Make You Tired or Bloated

Any kind of bloating after a meal is a sign of digestive dysfunction with HCL deficiency and / or pancreatic insufficiency.  It is important to isolate the offending foods that cause the bloating. This can be done with an 0n-depth diet diary, a process where you write down everything you put in your mouth with a list of symptoms that follow.  Well-known offenders are diets high in refined foods, and low in vegetables and fiber.

It is essential that you slow down our eating and chew each mouthful thoroughly. This will prevent swallowing air, which is a well-known cause of bloating.

Lifestyle Changes

Chew food throughly and eat slowly. Most people eat too fast and swallow air with the food. This is one major cause of bloating. 

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

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Feel Exhausted or Sore After Moderate Exercise

Feeling worse and sore after moderate exercise is an indication of low thyroid function and a vitamin B1 need.



Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

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What is an Echocardiography Examination?

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Urine Has a Strong Odor

A strong odor to the urine is an indication of a need for liver and / or kidney support.  It is important to assess the urine for possible signs of infection. If you are drinking an inadequate amounts of water, this will usually contrate the urine, which can have a strong smell.

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

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