#ChronicFatigue – JRM Nurse Consultants

November 11 2025

Have You Been Told ‘It’s All in Your Head’?

By Rosie Moore, DNP, RN, LEHP, LNC, BC-FMP
Doctor of Nursing Practice | Functional Medicine Nurse Consultant

Have you ever left a doctor’s office feeling dismissed because your labs and scans came back “normal,” yet you still struggle with symptoms like brain fog, chronic fatigue, digestive issues, or unexplained pain?

You’re not imagining it. And you’re definitely not alone.

Many patients live with real, ongoing symptoms that conventional medicine doesn’t always detect or fully understand. They are told things like, “It’s all in your head,” or “You just need to relax,” or “There’s nothing wrong.” This can leave you feeling invalidated and stuck, searching for answers that seem just out of reach.

Why This Happens

Standard medical tests are designed to identify clear disease markers or acute injuries. However, many chronic symptoms arise from subtle, systemic imbalances—things that don’t always show up in routine lab work or imaging studies.

Functional Medicine takes a different approach. It focuses on the interconnected systems of your body—your hormones, your gut health, your immune response, your nervous system—and how imbalances in these areas can cause real suffering.

Even if traditional labs say “normal,” your body may still be struggling to maintain balance.

Common Misconceptions That Hurt Recovery

Being told it’s “just stress” can minimize the real physiological effects of chronic stress on your body’s healing.
Assuming symptoms are psychological ignores the complex biochemical and neurological causes that may underlie your pain or fatigue.
Waiting for disease to develop before receiving care means missed opportunities for early intervention and true healing.

What Functional Medicine Offers

Functional Medicine seeks to uncover why your symptoms are present and address those root causes. This may involve:

Comprehensive lab assessments that go beyond standard reference ranges to evaluate your functional status
Detailed review of your diet, lifestyle, environmental exposures, and emotional health
Personalized protocols to reduce inflammation, support detoxification, balance hormones, and restore gut health
Mind-body strategies to calm the nervous system and reduce chronic stress

This whole-person perspective recognizes you are more than a set of lab results—you are a unique individual whose symptoms deserve personalized care and validation.

You Deserve to Be Heard and Healed

If you’ve been told it’s all in your head, or you don’t have a “real” illness, but you still feel unwell, know that your symptoms are real and meaningful. You don’t have to accept this as your new normal.

At JRM Nurse Consultants, I’m committed to listening, understanding, and guiding you on your journey back to health. Whether you’re battling brain fog, chronic pain, fatigue, or emotional imbalance, functional medicine offers a compassionate and effective path forward.

Take the Next Step

If you’re ready to move beyond confusion and frustration, I invite you to schedule an Initial Functional Health Consultation to begin uncovering your unique root causes

Click here to book your session

Contact Information:
Rosie Moore, DNP, RN, LEHP, LNC, BC-FMP
Doctor of Nursing Practice | Functional Medicine Nurse Consultant
Serving Orlando and surrounding areas
407-760-1662 | rosie@jrmnurseconsultants.com
www.jrmnurseconsultants.com

October 10 2025

The Truth About ‘Normal’ Lab Results—and Why You Still Feel Off

By Rosie Moore, DNP, RN, LEHP, LNC, BC-FMP
Doctor of Nursing Practice | Functional Medicine Nurse Consultant

Many patients feel frustrated and confused after being told by their healthcare providers that their lab results are “normal,” yet they continue to struggle with symptoms like fatigue, brain fog, digestive problems, or unexplained pain. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone—and it doesn’t mean your concerns are invalid.

So, what does “normal” really mean in lab testing? Conventional labs use broad reference ranges that cover a large portion of the population, primarily designed to detect overt disease or significant abnormalities. These ranges often miss subtle but important imbalances that can impact your daily health and well-being.

Functional medicine, on the other hand, focuses on “optimal” ranges—narrower parameters aimed at identifying early signs of dysfunction before full-blown disease develops. For example, your thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) may fall within the conventional normal range but be high enough to cause fatigue, weight gain, or mood changes. Similarly, inflammation markers or vitamin levels can be technically “normal” but not ideal for your body’s optimal function.

When lab tests don’t explain your symptoms, it’s a signal to explore further. Functional medicine utilizes specialized testing beyond standard panels, such as comprehensive hormone profiles, gut microbiome analysis, nutrient and mineral panels, and advanced inflammatory markers. These tests provide a more complete picture of what’s really going on inside your body.

Understanding these nuances empowers you to make informed decisions about your health and work toward true root-cause healing rather than just masking symptoms.

If you’ve been told your labs are “normal” but you still don’t feel like yourself, a Functional Health Consultation can help. We’ll review your test results in detail, discuss your symptoms, and design a personalized plan that supports your body’s unique needs and promotes lasting wellness.

Initial Functional Health Consultation: $25.00
Click here to book your session

Contact:
Rosie Moore, DNP, RN, LEHP, LNC, BC-FMP
Doctor of Nursing Practice | Functional Medicine Nurse Consultant
Serving Orlando and Central Florida
407-760-1662 | rosie@jrmnurseconsultants.com
www.jrmnurseconsultants.com

August 08 2025

Are Your Hormones Sabotaging Your Recovery?

By Rosie Moore, DNP, RN, LEHP, LNC, BC-FMP
Functional Medicine Nurse Consultant

If you’ve been struggling with chronic pain, fatigue, stubborn weight gain, or sleepless nights, your hormones might be trying to tell you something. At JRM Nurse Consultants, we look beyond symptoms to understand how your entire body communicates—because healing starts from the inside out.

What Causes Hormonal Imbalances?

In Functional Medicine, we understand that hormone imbalances are often not the root issue—they’re a symptom of something deeper. Factors such as:

Ongoing stress
Poor diet or nutrient deficiencies
Environmental toxins
Blood sugar imbalances
Unresolved trauma

…can disrupt your endocrine system and cause a ripple effect in your health and recovery.

Common Signs of Hormonal Imbalance

Many women brush off hormonal symptoms as “normal” or “just aging,” but they can be warning signs that your body needs support. These signs may include:

Brain fog or forgetfulness
PMS or irregular menstrual cycles
Midsection weight gain (especially under stress)
Low libido
Insomnia or poor sleep quality

These symptoms do not have to be your everyday reality.

Functional Healing That Looks at the Whole You

Rather than masking symptoms with temporary fixes, we use a whole-body, root-cause approach to gently rebalance your hormones through:

Nutrient-rich, anti-inflammatory food
Lifestyle and stress recovery tools
Safe detox strategies
Supportive supplements (when needed)
Mind-body healing practices

Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, thyroid issues, or chronic stress, healing is possible.

Let’s Work Together—Feel Like Yourself Again

For a limited time, you can schedule your Initial Functional Health Consultation for just $25.00. We’ll look at your full health picture and begin mapping out your path to balance and recovery.

Click here to book your consult

Rosie Moore, DNP, RN, LEHP, LNC, BC-FMP
Doctor of Nursing Practice | Functional Medicine Nurse Consultant
Serving Orlando and surrounding areas
407-760-1662 | rosie@jrmnurseconsultants.com
jrmnurseconsultants.com

July 07 2025

The Gut-Brain Connection: How Healing Your Gut Can Lift the Fog

By Rosie Moore, DNP, RN, LEHP, LNC, BC-FMP
Functional Medicine Nurse Consultant

Do you ever feel like you’re living in a fog? Trouble focusing, frequent mood swings, low energy, anxiety—or just feeling “off”? You’re not imagining it. And you’re definitely not alone.

As a Functional Health Nurse, I work with individuals every week who’ve been told their symptoms are “just stress” or “all in their head.” But in many cases, those vague but frustrating symptoms are actually connected to something deeper: your gut health.

What Does Your Gut Have to Do with Your Brain?

It turns out, a lot.
Your gut and brain are in constant communication via the gut-brain axis—a powerful two-way highway that links your enteric nervous system (in the gut) with your central nervous system (in the brain).

Think of your gut as your body’s second brain. It houses over 100 million nerve cells and is home to trillions of microbes that influence not only digestion but also mood, memory, focus, and behavior.

When your gut is healthy and balanced, neurotransmitters like serotonin, dopamine, and GABA flow more easily—helping you feel calmer, clearer, and more emotionally stable. In fact, about 90% of your body’s serotonin is produced in the gut!

When the Gut-Brain Connection Gets Disrupted

Here’s where things can go off track.
When your gut microbiome becomes imbalanced—due to factors like:

Processed food or sugar-heavy diets
Frequent antibiotic use
Chronic stress or trauma
Environmental toxins
Food sensitivities

… it can lead to leaky gut, inflammation, poor nutrient absorption, and an overloaded immune system. And that often translates into:

Brain fog
Mood swings or irritability
Fatigue
Sleep disturbances
Anxiety or depression
Trouble concentrating

You might feel like your brain is “glitching” or that your emotions are on a rollercoaster—but really, your gut is sending distress signals.

The Good News: Your Body Wants to Heal

The best part? Your gut is resilient.
When we start working to heal the gut, many clients are amazed at how quickly their brain fog lifts, energy returns, and mood becomes more balanced. Even small steps like:

Adding probiotic-rich foods (fermented veggies, kefir, yogurt)
Reducing sugar and processed foods
Getting better sleep
Managing stress with calming techniques
Taking targeted supplements or healing herbs

… can help restore harmony between your brain and your belly.

How I Can Help

If you’re tired of feeling off and ready to uncover the root cause of your symptoms, I invite you to schedule a Functional Health Session with me.
We’ll take a personalized, whole-person approach—looking at your lifestyle, labs, nutrition, gut health, hormones, and emotional stressors—to design a plan that helps you finally feel like yourself again.

🩺 Initial Discovery Session: just $25
👉 Click here to book now

Let’s listen to what your gut has been trying to tell you—and start your healing journey from the inside out.

Dr. Rosie Moore, DNP, RN, LEHP, LNC, BC-FMP
Functional Medicine Nurse Consultant
📍 Serving Central Florida & Nationwide (Virtual Options Available)
📞 407-760-1662
📧 rosie@jrmnurseconsultants.com
🔗 www.jrmnurseconsultants.com

Years of experience in Work Comp, Case Management, Disease Management, Utilization Review and Prior Authorization.

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