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The "INFLAMED" Bottleneck
When the system is overloaded and irritatedThis bottleneck shows up when inflammation is the dominant limiter of energy. Inflammation — whether from food, stress, immune activation, or environmental load — makes energy production less efficient and more costly for the body.What this often feels like:Deep, lingering fatigueAches, stiffness, or heavinessBrain fog that feels “thick” or dullEnergy dips after meals or stressWhen inflammation is high, mitochondria (your energy-producing cells) shift into protection mode. The goal here isn’t to push harder — it’s to reduce friction so energy can be made more efficiently.