Dr. Ann Haiden,DO What Health Challenge Type are You? zes You can tell that something is not right. But what? I had that same question in 2004. I searched every thing I could. I did every test I could. Looking for answers. My symptoms were so widespread. From my brain to my gut, to my nerves. I had inflammation and skin rashes. I was a mess. When I discovered Functional Medicine I finally had the tools for it to all make sense. So I could restore my health. You see, even as a doctor I never learned how to look for things like these quizzes will help you start to look for things. I had multiple health challenges. Just like many of my patients do. And maybe you do, too. What health Challenge type (or types) are you?
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Thyroid & Energy Thyroid hormone conditions are rampant. Often it is autoimmune related. But many things, including the energy making mitochondria, can also contribute to low energy. They all have to be addressed. Do you feel like you never have as much energy as others? Do you fatigue easily with exercise? Is it hard to recuperate? Have you gained weight for no reason? Has your hair gotten more brittle, fine, or coarse? Is it falling out? Is your TSH above 1.5? Are your thyroid autoimmunity markers high? Do you have muscle cramping, pains or twitching? Is your Vitamin B12 level less than 400? Do your wake up unrefreshed? Do you get 8 to 9 hours of sleep? Do you have gut issues? Have you had any chemical, mold, or environmental exposures? Are you under a lot of stress? Do you have problems tolerating mild stress? Do you feel tired but wired? Have you lost weight for no reason? What kind of diet do you eat? Regular, vegetarian, vegan, Paleo, low carb? Do you get headaches or migraines? Do you have unusual vision problems or hearing problems? Do you struggle with depression or emotional lability?
Gut Issues The gut is home to trillions of bacteria. Problems in the gut can involve not only bowel symptoms, but also leaky gut, immune & nervous system, brain health, toxin removal problems, and so much more. Do you have constipation, diarrhea, or both? Bloating or cramping? Do you have belching, acid reflux, coughing, or atypical asthma? Are there foods that cause digestive symptoms when you eat? Does it seem like you have all sorts of unrelated symptoms after eating? Do you have skin rashes or itching? Have you ever been tested for Celiac disease? Are you taking acid blockers or reflux medication? Did your symptoms start after travelling? Have you travelled a lot? Have you gained or lost weight for no reason? Is it hard to lose or gain weight? Have you taken a lot of antibiotics as a child or adult? Do you take probiotics? Do you have a good or a bad reaction to them? * Does eating fiber and a lot of vegetables, or garlic and onions, bother you? Do you have brain fog, especially after eating? Do you have Diabetes? Thyroid problems? PCOS? Hormone imbalances? Has the color or pattern of your fingernails changed? Do they look healthy? Do you struggle with depression or anxiety? Do you have headaches, autoimmune, inflammatory, or neurologic issues?
Autoimmunity & Inflammation Almost all health imbalances result in inflammation. Often, hand in hand with immune system activation. Do you have gut issues or food sensitivities? Are you overweight? Is it very difficult for you to lose weight? Are your joints achy, painful, swollen or red? Do you have skin issues such as eczema, psoriasis or other rashes? Do you have a thyroid condition (or suspect you do)? Hashimoto s Thyroid? Have you been diagnosed with Lupus, Inflammatory Arthritis, or MS? Do you have Inflammatory Bowel Disease? Do you have PCOS (poly cystic ovarian syndrome)? Do you have diabetes or pre-diabetes? Do you have endometriosis, chronic interstitial cystitis, or prostatitis? Do you symptoms that seem to defy diagnosis? Do you have frequent headaches, migraines, or brain fog Do you have trouble remembering things? Or trouble staying sharp? Do you have fatigue? Do you have high cholesterol or heart disease? Do you eat sugar, wheat, grains, dairy, or legumes?
Diabetes Diabetes is truly an epidemic. Contrary to what you may think, living with diabetes is NOT destiny. More and more studies are proving that diet and lifestyle can powerfully retreat and prevent diabetes. Do you have diabetes and take medication for it? Do you have diabetes but don t take medication for it? Have you been told you have pre-diabetes? Are you overwieght? Do you know if your insulin levels are high? Do you follow a low carbohydrate or low glycemic diet? Do you have a fatty liver? Do you have high triglycerides or cholesterol, or high blood pressure? Are your cholesterol particles few and big? Or many and small? Do you have high inflammatory markers, such as hscrp? Are you hungry all of the time? Have you been avoiding all fats in your diet? Have you been told diabetes and medication are your destiny? Do you get some exercise? If so, is it weight bearing or aerobic? Do you have (or did you have) PCOS (polycystic ovarian syndrome)? Does diabetes run in your family? Do you do your own cooking? When you look at your plate, is at least half of it non-starchy vegetables? Do you eat a lot of fruit? Grains? Legumes? Do you avoid sugar? Do you have gut issues?
Weight Issues Focusing only on calories in and calories out is not the whole picture. Attaining and maintaining healthy weight requires the right foods and lifestyle, AND identifying & fixing contributing conditions. Are you pre-menopausal or menopausal? For men, are you older or younger? Do you or have you ever had PCOS (poly cystic ovarian syndrome)? Do you have hirsutism (excess hair), acne, and/or high testosterone? Do you have gut issues such as IBS, bloating, GERD, or SIBO? Are you diabetic or pre-diabetic? Is your insulin level low or high? Are there foods that cause digestive or other symptoms after you eat? Do you have metabolic syndrome? Have you been on multiple diets before? Has your weight fluctuated? Is it easy for you to lose weight? Or very difficult? Are you under weight? Is your body build thin, or more muscular? Do you get on average 30 minutes of exercise per day? Is your job sedentary? Do you have an under active thyroid? Do you have a lot of stress? Do you get 8 or even 9 hours of good sleep? Do you work nights or variable types of shifts? Do you get cold when you diet after a while?
Brain Health Depression, anxiety, migraines, ADHD, dementia. Brain fog. Wishing your brain was just a little snappier. We ve learned that the brain is NOT separate from the body. Diet, lifestyle, and a healthy body are key. Do you struggle with depression? Do you find that you are frequently anxious? Is it hard for you to stay focused on a task? Are you constantly day dreaming? Do you have brain fog? Do you have gut issues? Do you have food sensitivities? Do you feel like your thinking could be sharper in general? Do you have headaches or migraines? Do you have diabetes or pre-diabetes? Are your homocysteine or hscrp levels high? Is your Vitamin B12 level at least 400? Have you been exposed to toxins such as heavy metals, mold, or chemicals? Do you have any autoimmune or inflammatory diseases? Is your diet regular, low carb, Keto, Paleo, vegetarian or vegan? Do you eat at least some healthy fats? Have you been diagnosed with dementia or Alzheimer s disease?
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