Jiang Yanqing, professional cross-country triathlon coach
Exercise Dilemma Caused by Hyperthyroidism
In 2020, I was diagnosed with hyperthyroidism. Since then, cramps have been a serious problem in every competition. I consulted a specialist, and most of the replies I got told me that hyperthyroidism is an autoimmune problem and will never be cured. I just need to control it well and take medicine on time. Before I met YOUNGER, I thought the situation was probably like this and it would not get better.
Encounter with YOUNGER
Following Verna’s introduction, I experienced YOUNGER’s “sports injury”, “sports performance” and “common food allergies” tests before and after the TNF100 cross-country race, allowing me to not only “feel” my health and physical fitness, but also have a clear and quantifiable view of them.
Comprehensive health data analysis
From blood vitamin levels, key hormones, repair capabilities, liver and kidney detoxification and metabolic functions, etc., I found the key factors for breakthrough, and used nutritional supplements and dietary adjustments to improve my physical fitness and help my thyroid gland gradually recover health.
The change of health concept from "physics" to "chemistry"
Around 2019, I was chatting with a rehabilitation physician friend, and he shared with me that the era of focusing on "physical changes" is over, and the era of "chemistry" is about to come!
The physics referred to here refers to visible changes in body structure, training methods, etc., which are the so-called "hardware".
The Importance of the Body's Inner Workings
Chemistry refers to the invisible metabolism and information transmission processes that operate in the body, which is also known as "software". This is a relatively unfamiliar but extremely important part for athletes.
Suffering from thyroid problems for many years
Thyroid problems have troubled me for many years, affecting my energy metabolism and causing cramps. Before I came into contact with functional medicine testing, I thought that this type of autoimmune problem might be unsolvable and I would probably have to take medication to regulate it for the rest of my life. Later, through relevant data analysis (thyroid-related index, adrenaline, etc.), after the expert explained, I realized that I had hyperthyroidism, and because of taking too many medications, it became "low"! After pondering the source of physical stress and the actual situation, I supplemented with selenium, DHEA, and adaptogens. Now I have stopped taking medication for several months, and my overall condition is constantly improving.
The turning point brought by YOUNGER functional medicine
Functional medicine testing has opened up a deeper and broader perspective on "software" for me, helping me to more accurately find solutions to break through the current situation. It also allows me to more deeply feel the help of logical nutritional supplements on the physical condition, as well as the impact of allergens on performance and pain.
The road to recovery after precise conditioning
Oh, by the way, I did two tests after TNF100 in 2023, which clearly quantified my recovery quality (CK value, liver-related index, antioxidant capacity...) as a strategic direction for improvement. If you want to further understand the state of your body's internal quality, functional medicine testing is a way I highly recommend and worth trying!
