Understanding the Nervous System’s Role in Fatigue & Resilience
Around 80% of the people I see in clinic show signs of a rundown nervous system
A rundown nervous system one of the most common patterns I identify—often through iridology and consultation.
Why does it matter? Because your nervous system is the body’s communication network—like the wiring in a machine. When it’s depleted, it can behave like a sponge, drawing energy away from other systems and leaving you feeling flat, foggy, or fatigued.
When the nervous system is well-supported, energy and vitality can flow more freely—benefiting digestion, circulation, hormones, and most importantly, how you feel mentally and emotionally.
Signs Your Nervous System May Be Depleted
A rundown nervous system can show up in different ways for different people. Some of the most common signs I see in clinic include:
- Persistent fatigue, even after rest
- Low mood, anxiety, or emotional flatness
- Irritability or feeling easily overwhelmed
- Poor concentration or mental fog
- Lack of motivation or drive
- Sleep disturbances or unrefreshing sleep
- Digestive issues like bloating, reflux, or constipation
Because the nervous system influences so many other areas—digestion, hormones, immunity—its depletion can create a ripple effect. Sometimes, symptoms that seem unrelated (like digestive discomfort or hormonal shifts) may actually trace back to nervous system strain.
That’s why identifying and supporting this system can be a powerful step toward feeling more like yourself again.
What Can Cause a Rundown Nervous System?
There are two key contributors I often see in clinic: poor nutritional status and prolonged stress.
🍏 Nutritional Depletion
Even if you eat well, modern food often contains fewer nutrients than it did a generation ago. Add to that the impact of sugar, stimulants, alcohol, and certain medications—and it’s easy to see how nutrient absorption can be compromised. If your digestive system isn’t absorbing nutrients efficiently, even the healthiest diet may fall short.
😧 Stress & Emotional Strain
High levels of stress, emotional trauma, and mental pressure can deeply drain the nervous system. Sometimes it’s hard to tell which came first—emotional symptoms or nervous system depletion. But either way, supporting this system can help restore clarity, calm, and resilience.
Nutrition to Support a Depleted Nervous System
Diet plays a vital role in giving your nervous system the tools it needs to function well. Even with the best intentions, modern food often contains fewer nutrients than it once did—and absorption can be affected by stress, medications, stimulants, and digestive health.
That’s why I often explore both dietary changes and targeted supplementation in clinic. Some foods that may help support the nervous system include:
🥑Avocados
🥔 Acorn squash
🍌 Bananas
🥬 Spinach
🍠 Sweet potatoes
🥜 Almonds
🌱 Dried pumpkin seeds
🌿 Swiss chard
Supplementation is often necessary too, depending on your individual needs, current medications, and absorption capacity. If you’d like to explore what might help in your case, I’d be happy to guide you.
What to Expect from a Consultation
Every consultation is tailored to your symptoms, stress history, and constitution. We’ll explore how your nervous system may be affecting energy, digestion, sleep, and emotional wellbeing—and create a personalised support plan using herbs, nutrition, homeopathy, and lifestyle guidance.
This information is for general guidance only and does not replace medical advice. Naturopathic support is tailored to each person’s unique needs and is not a substitute for medical diagnosis or treatment. Individual results vary.
