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I'm So Effing Tired

A Proven Plan to Beat Burnout, Boost Your Energy and Reclaim Your Life

Amy Shah

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I'm So Effing Tired
The Energy Trifecta+
The WTF Diet Plan+
Circadian Fasting+
Exercise and Rest+
Stress and Sleep+
Long-Term Lifestyle Change+

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Question 1 of 7
What three bodily systems make up what the author refers to as the 'energy trifecta'?
  • A. Brain, liver, and cardiovascular system
  • B. Hormones, immune system, and gut
  • C. Nervous system, metabolism, and respiratory system
  • D. Muscles, skeletal system, and digestive tract
Question 2 of 7
According to the author, what is the most reliable way to determine if your hormonal axis is out of balance?
  • A. Taking a comprehensive blood test at a medical clinic
  • B. Measuring your daily caloric intake against your weight
  • C. Monitoring your energy levels and how you feel daily
  • D. Tracking your heart rate variability (HRV) during sleep
Question 3 of 7
Why does the WTF plan highly recommend increasing your intake of fiber-rich vegetables?
  • A. They contain prebiotics that are crucial for gut health and plant hormones that balance the body.
  • B. They are the only food group that directly produces cortisol to keep you awake.
  • C. They completely eliminate the body's need for hydration and water intake.
  • D. They prevent the body from entering a fasting state too quickly.
Question 4 of 7
How does 'circadian fasting' work as recommended in the WTF plan?
  • A. It requires fasting for exactly 24 hours once a week to detoxify the liver.
  • B. It focuses on eating only meat and dairy during a specific feeding window.
  • C. It aligns your eating and fasting windows with the body's natural daily rhythms.
  • D. It requires eating small, sugar-rich meals every two hours during the day.
Question 5 of 7
What advice does the author give regarding high-intensity exercise, like CrossFit, when trying to restore energy levels?
  • A. Perform it every morning to jumpstart your metabolism and wake up the brain.
  • B. Limit it to three times a week and prioritize rest and recovery on other days.
  • C. Replace it entirely with daily heavy weightlifting sessions.
  • D. Do it only right before going to sleep to burn off excess cortisol.
Question 6 of 7
According to the text, what is one effective and natural way to counteract the stress hormone cortisol?
  • A. Drinking multiple cups of coffee in the morning
  • B. Consuming processed sugars to boost afternoon energy
  • C. Spending time taking walks in nature and breathing fresh air
  • D. Engaging in intense cardiovascular exercise seven days a week
Question 7 of 7
How should you view the WTF plan once the initial two-week period is over?
  • A. As a temporary detox that should only be done once a year
  • B. As a strict, inflexible regimen where meal times can never be altered
  • C. As a flexible, long-term lifestyle change to be continued indefinitely
  • D. As a stepping stone to transitioning to a completely liquid diet

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I'm So Effing Tired Summary & Overview

I’m So Effing Tired (2021) shows how you can overcome chronic exhaustion by tapping into the interconnected relationship between your gut, your immune system, and your hormones – also known as “the energy trifecta.” It demonstrates how you can boost energy levels by making changes to your lifestyle, your diet, and how you manage stress. 

Who Should Listen to I'm So Effing Tired?

  • Women seeking to beat chronic fatigue
  • Anyone who wants to boost energy levels
  • People struggling to overcome burnout

About the Author: Amy Shah

Amy Shah, MD, is a double board-certified medical doctor and nutrition expert with training from Cornell, Columbia, and Harvard. I’m So Effing Tired is her first book.

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