During this time, my younger son began experiencing his own health issues, which served as a catalyst for my interest in functional medicine. I felt my training in nutrition was not cutting it and it did not help me understand what was truly going on within the body when things go wrong. My child's struggles further motivated me to explore alternative approaches that consider the underlying causes of health problems, rather than merely addressing the symptoms. In addition to that and without my knowing, being exposed to mould in my home exacerbated my health issues, ultimately leading me into the world of mould-related illness.

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By delving into functional medicine, I hoped to gain a deeper understanding of the interconnectedness of our bodily systems and find long term solutions for both myself and my son. 

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What I learnt through my journey...

Over the years, I have received several diagnoses, including Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, autoimmunity, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, PCOS, IBS, endometriosis, PMDD, rosacea and anxiety. While these diagnoses might sound overwhelming, I have come to realise that it's more important to focus on understanding the underlying mechanisms that cause the symptoms and dysfunction. Symptoms are clues that the body is struggling and an opportunity for us to take action and make positive changes. This shift in perspective has been truly transformative and life-changing.

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So, where do I stand today? As I turn 40, I feel healthier, stronger, and more resilient than ever before. Thanks to my knowledge and understanding of functional medicine, I can say that I have been able to save my own life. While I still experience the odd bad day, they are fewer and farther between and much more manageable than they used to be, and I know what I need to do to minimise my flare ups. I have gained a deep understanding of why these setbacks occur and have the tools to address them. This has empowered me, giving me control over my health.