What happens when a naturopathic doctor becomes a patient herself? Dr. Jenny Tufenkian joins host Leah Vachani for an eye-opening conversation about her personal battle with chronic fatigue syndrome and how it shaped her approach to treating long COVID, myalgic encephalitis, and unexplained exhaustion. If you've ever felt dismissed by doctors or told your symptoms are "all in your head," this episode will resonate deeply. Dr. Tufenkian gets real about why these conditions are so often misdiagnosed and why women especially struggle to get the answers they deserve. She breaks down the frustrating reality that there's no simple test for long COVID or chronic fatigue, but explains how to start connecting the dots between your symptoms and potential root causes. From brain fog that makes you feel like you're living in a haze to energy crashes that derail your day, Dr. Tufenkian explores what's really happening in your body. She dives into everything from immune system chaos and mitochondrial burnout to hidden mold exposure and hormonal shifts that can leave you feeling like a shadow of yourself. The conversation gets practical too, as Dr. Tufenkian shares her five-step healing protocol and explains why your subconscious mind might be more involved in your recovery than you think. Whether you're dealing with post-COVID symptoms, unexplained fatigue, or just want to understand how to advocate for your health better, this episode offers hope and actionable insights for reclaiming your energy and vitality.Get the full show notes at: https://leahvachani.com/post/understanding-long-covid-chronic-fatigue-brain-fog-dr-jenny-tufenkian-037 🌸 Submit YOUR podcast question here: https://www.speakpipe.com/LeahVachaniConnect with Leah:✨ Follow Leah on Instagram for more value-packed content, tips, and lots of laughs! ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/leahvachani/ ⁠ ✨ Subscribe to Women Aging Powerfully on YouTube for more free content. ⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@WomenAgingPowerfully ✨ Join the free Women Aging Powerfully Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/womenagingpowerfully ✨ Listen to the Women Aging Powerfully Podcast: https://leahvachani.com/podcast ✨ Lose that stubborn belly weight, reclaim your energy ALL day, sleep better, and feel amazing with Leah's signature course: https://leahvachani.com/cgm-reset-register The information provided during this podcast is for educational purposes only. The speaker may be a licensed medical professional and may present case studies of actual patients or refer to patients' treatment during the program. Please be reminded that the Scope of Practice for Holistic Nutrition Professionals prevents us from diagnosing, preventing, treating, curing, prescribing, managing, or healing disease. Holistic Nutrition Professionals are not licensed in any state and work with clients, not patients.