Ever felt so rundown and exhausted that even simple tasks like showering seem overwhelming?  For millions suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), this is their daily reality - a debilitating condition often misunderstood as just feeling tired. In this episode, we dive into the world of chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) as Louise Digby interviews Lauren Windas, a nutritionist and naturopath who triumphed over her own battle with CFS and now guides others on their journeys. In her debut book, "Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: Your Route to Recovery," Lauren dispels common misconceptions surrounding CFS and offers valuable insights. Discover the true nature of CFS, its contributing factors, and the spectrum of symptoms associated with this complex condition. Explore practical strategies to manage the symptoms and reclaim your energy, even with CFS. Whether you or a loved one battles chronic fatigue or you just want to understand this complex condition better, this is an episode you won't want to miss. 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 00:25 - How a seemingly minor viral infection can unexpectedly develop into chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) 00:28 - The common trigger for most CFS cases and other underlying factors 02:06 - Why some people recover quickly while others develop chronic issues after the same infection 02:22 - The three-pronged structure or "three P's" model involved in myalgic encephalomyelitis chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) 04:40 - Clearing up common misconceptions about chronic fatigue and revealing the true picture of CFS 05:54 - Learn how to identify the hallmark symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome 08:02 - The debate surrounding the terminology used for ME and CFS 11:12 - A holistic approach for managing chronic fatigue symptoms 14:37 - How nutrition and naturopathic principles impact ME/CFS recovery 17:17 - Practical tips for beginning your path to better health, even with low energy levels 17:51 - The three different stages of recovery and how to navigate them effectively 19:05 - Why pacing is considered a key facet in managing your energy levels 22:38 - What are “rest buffers” and how to use them for optimal recovery 26:09 - The connection between mindset, emotional well-being, and managing CFS symptoms 27:37 - How to see beyond “CFS goggles” and maintain a positive outlook despite chronic illness 33:09 - What true recovery from ME/CFS really looks like 35:37 - Challenges you might face on the road to recovery and how to overcome them 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: InstagReady 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