Lin Yiyun, Chief Operating Officer of YOUNGER
Functional medicine is really fascinating to me. Since I entered this field, it has not only helped myself, but also helped the people I love.
Encounter with Functional Medicine
For as long as I can remember, mouth sores have been bothering me. Whenever I am tired or stressed, my entire mouth will become ulcerated. Whenever I eat or brush my teeth, the piercing pain makes me feel very distressed and painful. I even cried in a restaurant because it was so painful and I was very hungry. I have tried various mouthwashes, ulcer patches, etc., but the effects were not very good.
Finding the Root of the Problem: Potential Food Allergens
This problem has been bothering me for many years. Due to my work, I was exposed to potential food allergen testing, so I began to avoid these foods, which was also my first step to improve oral mucosal damage. Many people may not know that potential food sensitivity refers to a long-term reaction to certain foods. The symptoms may not be obvious, but when these foods continue to enter the human body, they can easily cause varying degrees of inflammation.
Changes brought about by dietary adjustments
After realizing that I might have such a problem, I began to consciously adjust and eliminate foods that irritate my body. After a period of dietary adjustment, the problem of oral mucosal damage gradually improved. After getting rid of these foods, my physical condition has also improved significantly. I no longer feel uncomfortable and tired due to food sensitivity, my mood has become more stable and healthy, and I even found that I have more energy and motivation to do what I like to do, and my body has more energy than before.
Continuous improvement and comprehensive health management
Although I still have occasional oral mucosal damage, after all, I will definitely stay up late and have sudden stress in my life, but the frequency of occurrence has become less, and even if my mouth is broken, it recovers quickly. Because I started to improve, I actively wanted to know what other ways I could make my body better. Through testing, I accurately changed my eating habits. In addition to reducing foods that are not suitable for my body, I also started to eat more foods that are good for my body, such as fruits and vegetables rich in vitamins and minerals , increase nutrient supplements, regular exercise, and self-stress regulation. These efforts have brought me positive effects and improvements, allowing me to have a better mood and physical strength to face the challenges in life. I even started a cross-country life at the age of 40. In the past, I never dared to imagine that I would be able to run in the mountains one day.
A profound understanding of the road to health
After a long period of practice, I deeply realized that avoiding potential food allergens can not only help improve mucosal damage, but also contribute to the health of the whole body and mental health. Even though these changes seem small, when combined, they can bring me huge benefits. I even feel that I am healthier in my forties than I was in my thirties. I am very grateful for the decision I made before, and I will continue to maintain this lifestyle and eating habits. I have always believed that every day I work hard for my body, I will definitely thank myself in the future.
