Like many with Fibromyalgia, I also live with IBS (irritable bowel syndrome). I tend to swing between IBS-C and IBS-D. At least that was always the case until I finally found a probiotic that really worked. For months I would wake up every morning with watery stool, and often repeated occurrences … [Read more...]
Magnesium for Fibromyalgia
Magnesium for Fibromyalgia Some of the earliest recommendations that I received for Fibromyalgia involved magnesium. A friend suggested epson salt baths and my chiropractor suggested taking magnesium supplements. Since those early days, I've read many studies that confirm that most of us with … [Read more...]
8 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...]
FibroAid Fibromyalgia Multivitamin Review
Review of FibroAid Fibromyalgia Multivitamin About six months ago I was approached by the makers of FibroAid to try their fibromyalgia multivitamin. FibroAid is made by LupaVita. They also make a similar product for those with Lupus. To put it simply FibroAid takes several of the … [Read more...]
Fibromyalgia and Vitamin D
Fibromyalgia and Vitamin D "You should take more Vitamin D." It was a statement from my brother in the early days of my illness. I was already taking Vitamin D... and no matter what I said, he told me I should take more. He meant well. Somewhere in his efforts to be a great brother (and he is) … [Read more...]
The Vital Plan for Chronic Illness
What would make me add 24 pills a day to my already heavy daily pill regime? Finding a protocol that works, that's what. And, Vital Plan Restore Kit is that protocol when it comes to Fibromyalgia, Lyme, & CFS/ME. The Vital Plan Restore Kit was created by Dr. Bill Rawls, a doctor who … [Read more...]
Start Your Year with Zeal
I slept like crap last night. Looking at my Fitbit it was another restless night. It's amazing how I can sleep through it but wake up so unrested. But, that's how it was. It could be the long day I had yesterday that wore me out but not in the way that lets me get good sleep. Or, it could be the … [Read more...]
Getting more sleep with FibroSleep
Getting More Sleep with FibroSleep Sleep is still a challenge for me. I've tried so many things and have found a few that have helped. Melatonin - if I take it early enough it will help me fall asleep faster and sleep better. However, too much will give me nightmares. FibroCane … [Read more...]
Review: FibroCane from Premier Bioceuticals
Back in January, The nice folks at Premier Bioceuticals contacted me and offered to let me try their Fibrocane protocol line (free product in exchange for honest feedback) and I found two products that I really enjoy, the Serenitea and the FibroCane Daily. FibroCane from Premier Bioceuticals is … [Read more...]
Alternative Treatments for Fibromyalgia
A 2010 review of studies on alternative treatments for Fibromyalgia in The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine determined that the following have significant effect on treating Fibromyalgia. Acupuncture - Having needles poked into your skin doesn't sound pleasant, but it really … [Read more...]
