Episode #51: Exploring The Truth About Chronic Fatigue

Are you or someone you know struggling with unexplained fatigue, pain, or cognitive issues? You might be dealing with ME/CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome) or long COVID. In this eye-opening episode, I sit down with Dr. Leonard Jason, a clinical psychologist and professor at DePaul University, who has dedicated decades to researching these often misunderstood conditions.

Dr. Jason shares his personal journey into ME/CFS research and reveals shocking statistics about its prevalence. We discuss the challenges in diagnosing these conditions and the importance of proper terminology. You'll learn about:

Practical Takeaways for Better Health:
1. Nutrition: The impact of diet on managing chronic conditions

2. Social Connection: Why combating loneliness is as important as quitting smoking

3. Purpose: The healing power of having daily goals and activities

4. Activity Management: Understanding your "energy envelope" for sustainable improvement

Whether you're a healthcare professional, someone living with chronic fatigue, or simply interested in holistic health approaches, this episode offers valuable insights and practical advice. Dr. Jason's research challenges conventional wisdom and provides hope for those struggling with these complex conditions.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of ME/CFS and long COVID, and discover strategies that could make a real difference in your life or the lives of those you care about.

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" Pain and fatigue is one of the most common reasons people come into their primary care. So proper diagnosis is really a key thing for people and we've developed a scale called the DePaul Symptom Questionnaire that helps develop or determine whether a person might meet the symptom criteria for this illness."- Dr. Leonard Jason

In This Episode:

The surprising link between viral infections and chronic illnesses
How inflammation plays a crucial role in ME/CFS and long COVID
The DePaul Symptom Questionnaire: A tool for better diagnosis
Four essential strategies for managing chronic fatigue and pain

Resources:

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