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How CBD Oil Improved My Sleep

Last Updated: May 24, 2021

How CBD oil improved my sleep

  CBD Oil for Sleep Despite all of the improvements I've made over the last decade, sleep continued to be the one area I had the most trouble. I tried so many things, many of them helped for a while, but invariably it seemed like once my body got used to whatever supplement I was taking … [Read more...]

Leave a Comment Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Treatment Tagged With: cbd oil, insomnia, sleep, sleep aids

8 Tips for Dealing with Fibromyalgia

Last Updated: August 20, 2020

7 tips for dealing with fibromyalgia

Over the years, I've had many people ask for my top tips for dealing with Fibromyalgia. These 7 tips are the tips I typically share. They are what has helped me. And, while the specifics will likely vary from individual to individual, the basics are the same and I hope you find these tips helpful … [Read more...]

1 Comment Filed Under: Coping, Fibromyalgia, Tips and Tricks, Treatment Tagged With: acceptance, cbd oil, dealing with doctors, doctors, sleep, supplements, support

8 Natural Treatments for Insomnia

Last Updated: June 23, 2020

Insomnia is one of the primary issues with many chronic illnesses, including fibromyalgia. I’ve lived with insomnia for most of the last decade and at time it’s felt like I’ve tried everything. Some studies show that sleep issues may be a cause as much as a symptom, when it comes to … [Read more...]

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CBD for Fibro Relief

Last Updated: June 10, 2019

Fibro Relief CBD capsules from Every Day Optimal - a review from Counting My Spoons

If you've been around my blog much at all you know I'm a huge fan of CBD oil. I've continued to use CBD oil nightly since I first tried it about two years ago and finally started sleeping easily and well throughout the night. CBD oil tincture is primarily what I use, but I also use topical … [Read more...]

1 Comment Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, migraine, sponsored, Treatment Tagged With: anxiety, cbd oil, chronic fatigue, chronic pain, decreasing pain, sleep

Review: Vital Plan Select CBD oil products

Last Updated: May 6, 2019

Review: Vital Plan Select CBD Oil tincture and Muscle Rub

New CBD products are popping up everywhere, and it's a welcome sight for those of us with chronic pain, sleep issues, anxiety, and many other ailments. CBD is one of the two key parts of the marijuana plant, but is thanks to a recent change in the laws and regulations around the hemp plant, hemp is … [Read more...]

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Why sleep testing is important if you have fibromyalgia

Last Updated: October 22, 2018

Why sleep testing should be part of diagnosing fibromyalgia

Fibromyalgia and Sleep Disorders Chronic fatigue is one of the key symptoms of fibromyalgia, along with chronic pain. Both issues can be linked to sleep issues. Symptoms of sleep issues can include Trouble falling asleep easily Waking throughout the night Restless sleep (aka tossing … [Read more...]

6 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Symptoms Tagged With: chronic fatigue, chronic pain, insomnia, sleep

Symptoms and Signs of Fibromyalgia

Last Updated: August 13, 2018

signs and symptoms of fibromyalgia

While the hallmark symptom or sign of fibromyalgia is chronic widespread body pain, that is not the only symptom of fibromyalgia. Nor does simply saying widespread body pain really express what that means. The same is true with the other standard symptom of fibromyalgia - chronic fatigue. The … [Read more...]

37 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Symptoms Tagged With: anxiety, brain fog, chronic fatigue, chronic pain, depression, headaches, ibs, sensitivities, sleep, sweating, urinary issues

Review: Every Day Optimal CBD Oil Tincture

Last Updated: May 21, 2018

Reviewing Every Day Optimal CBD Oil for Sleep I never really would have thought about taking CBD oil for sleep, but after finally trying it a year ago I found that CBD oil has helped me sleep better than anything else I've tried. I had tried a variety of prescription meds, made sure my sleep … [Read more...]

2 Comments Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, sponsored, Treatment Tagged With: cbd oil, sleep, sleep aids

Are sleep issues at the root of many Fibromyalgia symptoms?

Last Updated: April 16, 2018

Could sleep issues be at the root of fibromyalgia?

  Could sleep deprivation be a root cause for many fibromyalgia symptoms? While sleep issues are a fact of life for most of us with Fibromyalgia, sleep studies are still not commonly provided. And, often, even when they are they provide little helpful information. The lucky few find that they … [Read more...]

Leave a Comment Filed Under: Fibromyalgia, Medical Studies, Symptoms Tagged With: anxiety, cbd oil, sleep

4 Tips for Boosting Your Immune System

Last Updated: October 23, 2017

4 tips for improving your immune system

4 Tips for Boosting Your Immune System Guest post by Brooke Whistance   Your immune system is responsible for defending you against diseases and keeping you healthy and functional. If it doesn't protect you against even the most common of infections than your immune system needs a … [Read more...]

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About Julie

Spoonie. Fibro Warrior. E-health advocate.

Julie Ryan was diagnosed with fibromyalgia in 2010 and endometriosis in 2012. She's lived with chronic migraine most of her life. In 2019 she was diagnosed with inter-cranial hypertension.

Julie has a degree in Psychology, and works as a freelance writer and marketer. Freelance work allows her to work when she can and not be tied to a desk or a schedule. Julie believes in living an inspired life despite chronic illness.

"I have chronic illness, it doesn't have me."

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Blog title inspired by The Spoon Theory, by Christine Miserandino, an excellent explanation of what it's like to live with invisible illness. Read More…

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I am not a doctor. I do not claim to be a doctor. I do not play a doctor on TV or the internet. I simply share my experiences and what has worked for me. We are all different and before you try any new treatment, exercise, supplement, etc you should talk with your doctor (the real one, not the one on TV).

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