If you’re the kind of person who loves tuning into Breaking Boundaries for Entrepreneurs , you know I don’t believe in quick fixes when it comes to your health. But what if I told you that most people—especially high-performers like you—are unknowingly sabotaging their energy, focus, and longevity by searching for that magic pill? Let’s talk about why the silver bullet doesn’t exist—and more importantly, what does work.

The Downward Spiral of Chasing Trends

Not long ago, I was exactly where many of you might be right now—exhausted, foggy, and frustrated. I tried everything that promised to boost energy and optimize performance. Bulletproof coffee, mushroom powders, keto, CrossFit, fasting—you name it, I tried it. And while some of these things had short-term benefits, none of them fixed the root cause of my energy crashes and lack of focus.

Like so many people, I was guessing. I was throwing time and money at the latest health trends, hoping something would stick. Sound familiar?

The Harsh Truth: Quick Fixes Don’t Work

Here’s the thing—your body isn’t broken, or in a position that one single supplement, diet, or workout can “fix.” It’s a complex system, just like your business. Would you run your company by throwing money at random strategies without a plan? Of course not. So why do we treat our health that way?

Here’s the truth: The reason quick fixes don’t work is simple: they don’t address the root cause of your struggles. That’s why I stopped chasing trends and started focusing on foundational health strategies that actually work.

What Actually Works: 5 Steps to Sustainable Health

If you’re tired of spinning your wheels, here’s what will move the needle for your energy, focus, and longevity:

1️⃣ Clean Up Your Inputs: Water, Air & Food

Hydration: Drink half your body weight in ounces of water daily, and add a pinch of sea salt for absorption and a squeeze of organic lemon for detoxification.
Air Quality: Indoor air is often more toxic than outdoor air—open your windows and invest in a high-quality air purifier.
Nutrition: Food intolerances and nutrient deficiencies drain your energy. Stop guessing and start testing to find what your body needs.

2️⃣ Master Your Sleep—It’s Your Superpower

Create a wind-down routine—no screens (2 hours before bed), no stress, just calm.
Block artificial blue light in the evening.
Get morning sunlight within 30 minutes of waking to set your circadian rhythm - catching that sunset helps too!

3️⃣ Move Smarter, Not Harder

More exercise isn’t always better—especially if you’re under stress.
Focus on a mix of strength, cardio, mobility, and restorative movement.
Build muscle! If you’re over 40 and not lifting weights, you’re losing metabolism.

4️⃣ Test, Don’t Guess

How much have you spent on supplements or diets that didn’t work?
At-home functional lab testing will tell you exactly what’s missing and what’s overloading your system.

5️⃣ Supplement Strategically—Start With the Basics

A functional-grade activated multivitamin, vitamin D3, omega-3 and essential minerals should come first.
Only after you master the basics should you explore advanced longevity supplements.

The Path Forward

Look, I know the world is full of quick fixes and miracle solutions. It’s clear that real transformation happens when you stop chasing and start committing to proven strategies that fuel your body for the long haul.

If you’re feeling stuck—if your energy is holding you back from your business, your family, and your life—it’s time to take action.

That’s exactly why I created the From The Heart newsletter—to give you real, actionable steps each week to optimize your energy, health, and performance. Don’t miss out on what’s coming next—subscribe now and let’s build a health strategy that actually works.

Your future self will thank you.

Jeffrey Mort is a certified Integrative Health Practitioner (IHP) Level 1 & 2, a certified High Performance Health Coach, a National Guild certified Consulting Hypnotist, and the host of the "Breaking Boundaries for Entrepreneurs" podcast. Neither the podcast or this blog claim to provide any medical advice, medical diagnosis, medical treatment plans or medical cures.

Jeffrey specializes in helping female entrepreneurs reclaim their energy in the healthiest way possible so they can better serve their clients, their families, and themselves. You can learn more about him, Integrative Health and schedule your complimentary consultation atloveenergywellness.com.