Still Dealing With Chronic Pain, Fatigue, or Inflammation After 40, No Matter What You Try?
If you feel stuck, exhausted, and frustrated after going from doctor to doctor with no real answers, you’re not alone.
There is a simple, natural way to find relief from chronic pain and inflammation, restore your energy, and feel like yourself again—without starting over.
Start with the book – most people see the best results when they start with foundational habits first.
Welcome to Energy Wellness Products
We help men and women over 40 manage chronic pain, inflammation, and fatigue by improving gut health and balancing the nervous system and metabolism.
Chronic symptoms are not a normal part of aging; they’re signals that something deeper is going on and needs support.
I know you’ve tried everything. You’ve been to different doctors, tried all types of treatments, and received advice, but you still seem to be dealing with low energy, chronic pain, inflammation, or ongoing metabolic issues. What’s scary is that these symptoms aren’t improving.
Know that you’re not alone. I understand how you feel, frustrated, exhausted, and sometimes scared. You’re not imagining it, I’ve lived it. After going through my own health struggles, I realized that most approaches were missing the bigger picture. They focused on symptoms rather than the root cause.
That’s why I created a simple, step-by-step approach focused on:
- Support gut health
- Building daily habits you can keep
- Restore balance to the nervous system and metabolism
It’s not complicated or overwhelming, but it does work.
When you start with the gut, you begin to address the root. You can reduce inflammation, boost energy, and make pain easier to manage. All the symptoms you’ve been told to live with can begin to shift.
This approach is based on the same framework I used to recover from CRPS—combining gut support, nervous system regulation, foundational habits, and natural tools like herbs and essential oils.

The Healthy Habits Challenge
Your First Step to Lasting Wellness
A simple natural guide and a great place to start for those living with chronic pain, inflammation, or fatigue, especially if you have tried everything else.
Inside the Healthy Habits Challenge, you’ll discover the 8 core habits I followed to naturally overcome CRPS, balance my metabolism, rebuild my gut, and restore my energy.
These 8 habits are the foundation of our holistic wellness programs and workshops.
Stop guessing. Stop starting over. This is where you begin.
“This book gave me hope and an easy-to-follow path when nothing else worked. I lost that weight and regained my energy” – Barry
Is this Book Right for You?
This book is for you if:
- You’re a man or woman over 40 and living with chronic pain and inflammation, or fatigue.
- You’ve been through the medical system and still don’t have the answers to find relief.
- You’ve noticed your body doesn’t feel like it used to. Your energy, weight, digestion, and mood have shifted.
- You’re done with extreme diets, restrictive programs, or starting over.
- You are looking for a realistic starting point that is natural and works with you, not against you.
Most wellness programs focus on willpower, restriction, or fixing symptoms.
The Healthy Habits Challenge is different. It focuses on supporting your gut, nervous system, and metabolism—one habit at a time, so your body can respond naturally.
Meet Mara Gerke, CNHP
Health Coach • Gut Nutrition Specialist • Herbalist • Aromatherapist

I understand — I lived with chronic pain, inflammation, and fatigue, and all the overwhelming symptoms of RSD/CRPS,
In 2005, everything changed. I began rebuilding my health. I started healing my gut by eating clean, whole foods, added some breathwork to support my nervous system and stress, and made other lifestyle changes.
Instead of chasing symptoms, I started addressing the root.
And little by little, everything shifted.
My focus moved from feeling afraid to feeling confident and in control. I was able to get back to doing the things I love.
Today, I help people over 40 do the same by supporting their bodies in a way that actually makes sense.
So they can:
- Reduce chronic pain and inflammation
- Balance blood sugar, blood pressure, cholesterol, and triglycerides
- Improve digestion and gut function
- Boost energy and metabolism
- Feel strong, clear, and in control again
You’re not alone.
And where you are now, is not the end of your story.
Do You Struggle With?
Many of the people I work with are over 40 and dealing with symptoms like:
- Ongoing chronic pain (RSD/CRPS, nerve, or joint-related)
- Constant inflammation that won’t settle down
- Digestive issues like bloating, gas, constipation, or slow digestion
- Low energy or feeling tired all the time
- Weight gain, especially around the midsection
- Blood sugar, cholesterol, or triglycerides that are out of balance
- Poor sleep or hormone-related imbalances
If this sounds like you, there is a better place to start.
By focusing on simple habits that support your gut and overall balance, your body can begin to respond in a more natural, sustainable way.
Why We Focus on Gut Health First
Our approach starts with the gut because it influences nearly every major system in the body. Ancient systems like Traditional Chinese Medicine, Ayurveda, and modern medicine agree.
Your gut is the major command center of your entire body, and gut health, nutrition, and lifestyle habits are the key to unlocking its healing potential.
It Impacts:
- Energy levels
- Immunity
- Hormones
- Metabolism
- Inflammation
- Pain Perception
- Digestion
- Mood

When the gut is healing, the entire body responds.
That’s why we focus on the gut, to build the foundation your body needs to heal naturally.
Holistic Options to Support Your Full-Body Wellness
Lasting wellness starts with a strong foundation.
That’s why we recommend beginning with The Healthy Habits Challenge—to help you build simple, sustainable habits that support your gut, energy, and overall health.
From there, if you need more support, there are additional ways to continue your healing journey.

Holistic Wellness Programs
Guided support to help you rebalance your body, reduce symptoms, and build lasting habits step by step.

Gut Health Supplements
Targeted, natural support to help improve digestion, metabolism, and overall balance.

Wellness Products
Simple, supportive tools to help you stay consistent and continue making progress.
Over 20 Years of Experience
With over 20 years of experience, I guide men and women over 40 through a more natural, sustainable approach to healing.
You don’t have to figure this out on your own—I’ll walk you through the process and support you every step of the way.
Real People Real Results
Matt
“Less inflammation, more energy. I lost 11 pounds, my digestion improved, and my sinus issues decreased.”
Lisa P
“Down 14 pounds and 16 inches during the 90-Day Program — and built habits I can maintain.”
Anne-Therese
“Because of Mara’s guidance, I’m in remission from CRPS.”
Rebecca
“Mara gave me hope when I had none. Her support helped me manage my CRPS naturally.”
Dee
“After just four weeks I had more energy and lost 6 pounds — without going hungry.”
Miranda
“Mara gets to the root, not the symptoms. I trust her with my health completely.”
