In this episode of Made for Health, host Dr. Aaron Hartman answers a listener’s question by exploring how nutrition plays a critical role in our daily energy levels, cognitive clarity, and long-term health. Drawing from his clinical expertise, Dr. Hartman breaks down three of the biggest—but often overlooked—diet-related causes of fatigue: harmful fats, excess sugar and carbs, and chronic dehydration with low electrolytes.

He offers practical guidance on how to make smarter food choices, boost hydration, and improve your body’s ability to generate energy—without relying on caffeine or quick fixes. If you’ve ever hit an afternoon energy slump or struggled with brain fog, this bite-sized episode is full of simple shifts that can make a real difference.

✅ Show Highlights:

• The top 3 nutrition-based causes of energy crashes
• How seed oils and bad fats disrupt your metabolism
• The sugar-insulin rollercoaster and its effect on brain function
• Why electrolytes are just as important as water
• Easy fixes for boosting hydration, focus, and stamina
• How to use food to fuel—not drain—your day

🎯 Some Questions We Explore:

• What types of fats are harming your mitochondria and slowing you down?
• How does blood sugar instability affect mental clarity and energy?
• Are you drinking enough water—but still feeling tired?
• How can you improve energy without reaching for caffeine?

💡 In This Episode, You Will Learn:

• How your diet may be silently sabotaging your energy
• The connection between hydration, sodium, and mental performance
• What Dr. Hartman recommends for sustainable focus and stamina
• Functional strategies to nourish your brain and body every day
• Why nutritional balance is key to long-term vitality

🌐 Resources & Links:

• Dr. Aaron Hartman – Richmond Functional Medicine: richmondfunctionalmedicine.com
• YouTube – Richmond Functional Medicine: Watch Here
• LinkedIn – Dr. Aaron Hartman: Connect Here

🎧 Closing Call to Action:

👉 If you’re ready to stop feeling drained and start fueling your day with intention, subscribe to Made for Health. Share this episode with a friend who needs an energy reset—and submit your own health questions for future episodes!

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