6 Surprising Signs Your Body’s Out of Balance—And What to Do About It

Backed by the CHEK Institute’s Holistic Health Model

Feeling off, but not sure why?

Maybe your digestion feels sluggish, your sleep is erratic, or your energy crashes halfway through the day. Most people treat these symptoms in isolation—or ignore them altogether—without realizing they’re signs of deeper imbalances.

At the CHEK Institute, we use a simple yet powerful tool to assess where your body needs support: the Nutrition & Lifestyle Coaching (NLC) Questionnaire. It looks at 6 core areas that, when out of alignment, ripple through your health and performance.

In this post, we’ll walk you through each of the 6 categories, share practical tips straight from How to Eat, Move and Be Healthy!, and help you take the first step toward long-lasting change.

1. Digestion

If your gut’s unhappy, your whole body knows it.

Poor digestion doesn’t just lead to bloating or gas—it can affect mood, immunity, and even mental clarity.

Quick Tips:

• Dine in peace: Turn off the news, step away from your phone, and eat in a calm environment to support your parasympathetic nervous system.
• Chew thoroughly: Your stomach doesn’t have teeth. Chew each bite until liquefied to reduce the burden on your gut.
• Start with raw: Begin meals with raw fruits or veggies like papaya or pineapple—rich in natural enzymes that boost digestion.

2. Fungus & Parasites

Sugar cravings? Constant fatigue? You might not be alone.

Fungal and parasitic overgrowths are more common than you think—and often fed by lifestyle habits.

Quick Tips:

• Cut the fuel: Reduce or eliminate processed sugar—these organisms thrive on it.
• Rotate your foods: A 4-day rotation diet disrupts biological patterns that parasites love.
• Support your gut: Eat fermented foods or take targeted probiotics to restore healthy gut flora.

3. Sleep / Wake Cycles

Your circadian rhythm is your body’s internal clock. Ignore it at your peril.

When sleep patterns are disrupted, so is everything else—hormones, immunity, even digestion.

Quick Tips:

• Lights out by 10:30pm: This is when your body enters repair mode. Stay up later, and you miss the window.
• Wake with the sun: Morning sunlight helps reset your biological rhythm.
• Avoid screens before bed: Blue light delays melatonin release. Use amber glasses or dim screens in the evening.

4. Stress

Stress isn’t just mental—it’s deeply physical.

Whether it’s toxic thoughts, hydration issues, or constant digital noise, your nervous system takes the hit.

Quick Tips:

• Breathe before you eat: Just 3–5 deep breaths signals the body to shift into “rest and digest” mode.
• Hydrate consistently: Dehydration is a hidden stressor. Drink 0.033 x your bodyweight (kg) in litres of clean water daily.
• Unplug daily: Take 15+ minutes to disconnect from devices and obligations. Your nervous system will thank you.

5. You Are What You Eat

Food quality matters more than calories.

The modern diet is full of fake foods, pesticides, and hormone disruptors that rob your vitality.

Quick Tips:

• Go organic when possible: Reduce your toxic load.
• Skip the microwave: Reheat gently or eat fresh to preserve food enzymes.
• Eat real food: If it had eyes or grew roots, it’s probably the right choice.

6. You Are When You Eat

Timing is everything—even with food.

Your metabolism, blood sugar, and cortisol levels all respond to when (not just what) you eat.

Quick Tips:

• Never skip breakfast: Eat within 30–60 minutes of waking to stabilize energy.
• Eat every 3–4 hours: Avoid energy crashes and cortisol spikes.
• Balance each meal: Pair carbs with protein and healthy fats for sustained energy.

Want to Know Where You Stand?
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