Constantly feeling drained, even after a full night's sleep? Or do you find yourself hitting a wall of tiredness, unable to shake off the fatigue throughout your day? If a lack of energy is weighing you down, this episode is for you! Join host Louise Digby as she teams up with Australian naturopath and clinical nutritionist Bridget from Bridget B Naturopathy, to explore the underlying reasons for fatigue. They'll dive into topics like thyroid disorders, iron deficiencies, gut health imbalances, and nutrient depletions, unravelling the mysteries behind persistent tiredness. Get ready to take notes because, by the end of this conversation, you’ll have a deeper understanding of how to overcome exhaustion and wake up energised again. Tune in now! Ready to learn more about taking a holistic and sustainable approach to weight loss? Make sure you get our Metabolism Cheatsheet here:https://pages.louisedigbynutrition.uk/cheatsheet-1 –TOPICS COVERED– 00:00 - Episode start 00:19 - Learn how Bridget got into the field of nutrition, naturopathic medicine, and women's health 02:34 - Find out the difference between normal lack of energy and actual fatigue 03:25 - Discover why fatigue is so common these days and what the root causes tend to be 04:50 - Get insights on whether optimal energy is even realistic given modern stressors and nutrient-depleted foods 07:22 - Learn what tests to ask your doctor for if you are struggling with fatigue 08:53 - Get Bridget’s professional opinion on the popularity of vitamin B12 and D injections offered by potentially unqualified providers 10:39 - Understand why thyroid issues are so prevalent and common 13:00 - Find out if thyroid function can be normalised without just relying on medication long-term 16:16 - Get tips on how to increase iodine intake through diet and any cautions to be aware of 19:06 - Discover why some people experience chronic or recurrent iron deficiency despite supplementing 23:17 - Explore common myths and misconceptions around fatigue, thyroid health, and iron deficiency 25:44 - Gain important insights on different forms of iron supplements, proper dosing, and how the body regulates iron absorption If you enjoyed this episode, please head to Apple Podcasts, give this a follow, and leave a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-thriving-metabolism-weight-loss-beyond-diets/id1667816127 Or reach Louise via the links below: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/louisedigbynutrition/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/LouiseDigbyNutritionBook a free Weight Loss Breakthrough call - https://pages.louisedigbynutrition.uk/discoveryRegister for our upcoming Metabolism Masterclass: https://www.louisedigbynutrition.com/masterclass-invite Connect with Bridget on: Website - https://bridgetbnaturopathy.com/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/bridgetbnaturopathyReady to learn more about taking a holistic and sustainable approach to weight loss? Make sure you get our Metabolism Cheatsheet, here: https://pages.louisedigbynutrition.uk/cheatsheet-1