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09.11.2019

Mold illness and its connection to Lyme, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue

Prohealth.com recently published an article I've written about mold illness and its link to Lyme disease, fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue. The headline on Prohealth specifies Lyme but I also mention fibromyalgia and ME/CFS in the article, and all of the information is pertinent to those conditions as well as Lyme disease. Click here or on the photo to read the article! I don't believe the general public and conventional medical community really understand how dangerous mold exposure can be. It isn't just an eyesore or nuisance that needs to be cleaned. Certain kinds of mold can … [Read more...]

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08.27.2019

How I use medical marijuana for Lyme and fibromyalgia

A few weeks ago, I had a reader ask how I use medical marijuana as part of my treatment protocol for Lyme and fibromyalgia. I probably use medical marijuana a little differently than most people since I primarily use it for sleep and pain relief at bedtime. To explain, I've recorded a video of my current medical marijuana protocol. For those who prefer to read, the gist of the video is this: I generally don't use medical marijuana during the day because I need to be able to function for work. On really high pain days, however, I will sometimes vape marijuana and/or take a THC … [Read more...]

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08.21.2019

New fibromyalgia & Lyme research studies (August 2019)

You guys liked my first new research summary so much that I've decided to keep doing them every few months! To refresh your memory or for those who are new, the following is a listing of new fibromyalgia- and Lyme-related research studies recently added to ClinicalTrials.gov. Like before, you'll notice a heavy emphasis on lifestyle-related research for fibromyalgia including studies incorporating dance, music therapy and exercise (as always). And also like before, you'll notice there are very few research studies listed for Lyme disease. I guess Lyme is so benign that it doesn't … [Read more...]

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07.29.2019

Resonant Botanicals’ Painless PM & Neuro-Soothe pain-relieving lotions review + MSR maximum-strength pain-relief cream and Digest-Ease for digestive discomfort

Disclosure: I received free products from Resonant Botanicals in exchange for this review. However, all opinions are my own and have not been influenced by the company. This article contains affiliate links. If you've read my blog for a while, you probably know I'm a humongous fan of Resonant Botanicals' products. I've used their pain-relieving lotions almost exclusively for the past couple of years. I love Resonant Botanicals' products for so many reasons. They help to relieve my pain! They contain natural ingredients! They smell fantastic! They keep my skin moisturized … [Read more...]

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06.03.2019

New fibromyalgia & Lyme disease research studies (May 2019)

I was on ClinicalTrials.gov earlier this month to research another article, and these bright blue boxes with the word "NEW" on them kept catching my attention as I was scrolling the pages. It seems we have quite a few new fibromyalgia and Lyme disease research studies in the works, so I thought it would be interesting to compile a summary of them. As usual, there are the typical exercise- and cognitive behavioral therapy-related trials for fibromyalgia, but there are few promising listings, too, including one that's looking at the effectiveness of cannabis for chronic pain and another … [Read more...]

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04.30.2019

How to roll away your fibromyalgia pain

This is a guest post by Andrea Wool, fellow fibromyalgia warrior and founder of Autoimmune Strong, a fitness program developed for those with chronic pain conditions such as fibromyalgia. This post contains affiliate links. I was an active person before fibromyalgia changed my body. I was a go-getter, someone who threw myself into my long work days. I was a long distance runner, a gym rat, a skier. I was someone who loved to go out, to travel, to hike and camp, the life of the party. Andrea Wool, founder of Autoimmune Strong That all changed once fibromyalgia hit. I went from this … [Read more...]

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04.17.2019

5 more of my favorite things for fibromyalgia and Lyme relief (2019 edition)

This article was originally published on National Pain Report and is being reprinted here with permission from the editor. It may contain affiliate links. In 2016, I shared a few of my favorite things for relieving fibromyalgia symptoms. That article is still one of the most popular ones on FedUpwithFatigue.com. A lot has happened since then, so I think it's time to publish an updated list. Below are some of my current favorites for managing and healing from fibromyalgia and chronic Lyme. I'd love to read about what's helping you in the comments section! Disclaimer: This article is for … [Read more...]

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01.30.2018

How to choose hemp CBD oil

This article on how to choose hemp CBD oil was originally published on NationalPainReport.com. It is being republished here with permission from the editor. If you've researched natural pain treatments, you've likely seen articles and advertisements for hemp CBD oil, an extract of the cannabis plant that reportedly eases pain without causing euphoria like marijuana. As a chronic pain patient myself, I understand how tempting it is to hand over your credit card number in hopes of finding relief. But before you do that, know that all hemp CBD oils are not created equal! A recent study … [Read more...]

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01.17.2018

How I’m using coffee enemas to reduce fatigue, brain fog and pain

This article was originally published on NationalPainReport.com and is being republished here with permission from the editor. This article contains affiliate links. The following information is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. It is for informational purposes only. When one of my fibro friends tried coffee enemas, I thought she was crazy. I don't even drink coffee, and I had no intention of sticking it up my butt! But after living with unresolved pain and fatigue for years, I've gotten to the point where I'll try most anything … [Read more...]

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01.03.2018

Taking Back My Health | A New Year’s resolution for 2018

A quick note from Donna: I hadn't planned to cover a New Year's topic this year, but my fibro friend Andrea from Autoimmune Strong reached out to me and asked if I'd be interested in publishing this guest post. As I read it, it reminded me of how I have dropped the ball so many times by making decisions that aren't the best for my health. I'm guessing most of us can relate to that. Her post was also a reminder that I had planned to begin the Autoimmune Strong program months ago when I first wrote about it. I think it's time that I finally commit to getting started. What about … [Read more...]