Especially For Those with Fibromyalgia … We’ve all heard that we need eight hours of restful sleep each night. The amount of sleep an individual actually needs will vary from person to person. A five-year-old might need 11–12 hours of sleep; an adult, 7–9 hours. Poor sleep has been linked to various health problems including […]
Numerous popular medical reporting sites have released headlines proclaiming that the cause of fibromyalgia has finally been discovered. While I applaud any and all research to fully understand and help those with fibromyalgia, it doesn’t change my opinion that a disruption in the HPA-axis, due to chronic or acute stress, is the real trigger for […]
I recently saw a patient an old fibro patient, who I’d last seen a few years ago. She had been doing quite well managing her fibromyalgia over the years by following my advice and taking the appropriate supplements I had recommended. In her return visit she shared with me how her fibromyalgia symptoms of fatigue, […]
Patients and call-in listeners often ask me about hormone replacement therapy, should they be taking estrogen and or progesterone? I believe in bio-identical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) and using natural compounded forms of estradiol, estriol, and progesterone can and often is helpful in eliminating some of the symptoms of fibromyalgia. Estrogen replacement therapy for low […]
Finally ……. 5th edition Fibromyalgia and CFS/ME Book Almost Finished The New Totally Updated 5th Edition Is Loaded With the Latest Health Breakthroughs for Reversing Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue/ME. I’m putting the finishing touches to the 5th edition of “Treating and Beating Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.” I anticipate my publisher having paperback […]
Hypoglycemia (low blood sugar) can contribute to fatigue, headaches, fibro fog, and depression. Numerous studies have demonstrated that depressed individuals have faulty glucose-insulin regulatory mechanisms. Other studies have clearly shown the relationship between low blood sugar and decreased mental acuity otherwise known as “fibro fog.” Hypoglycemia is a complex set of symptoms caused by faulty […]
It is not unusual for patients to tell me that despite having all the symptoms associated with low thyroid, they have been tested over and over again for hypothyroidism, but their tests are normal and their doctor tells them they are fine. Well doctors and you should realize that isn’t normal— “normal” blood work doesn’t […]
It is now indisputable that our mind does in fact play a significant role in controlling the state of our health. We now know that our minds can change our biology, our DNA. In “The Biology of Belief” Bruce Lipton, Ph.D, a cell biologists, shares his others research that shows that “your perceptions have the […]
My wife didn’t want me to abandon her and miss out on my boy’s bedtime reading each week, but even she understands my mission to help those with fibromyalgia feel good again. So … In Honor of May 12th Being National Fibromyalgia Awareness Day … I’ll be doing weekly live call in programs where you […]
What do you do if you’re traveling down the Interstate at 70mph, driving from Birmingham Alabama (War Eagle) to Miami Florida and the oil light comes on? You could cover up the annoying light with a permanent black marker or piece of colored tape. But does covering up the symptom, the oil light, solve the […]
Updated: January 2019 My patients often ask me if they should be exercising. While exercise is a healthy habit, one that has many health benefits, those with fibro should use caution. Stress is the catalyst for fibromyalgia – they’ve bankrupted their stress coping chemicals and glands. There is little to no resistance or stamina to stress, a […]
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Hyperparathyroidism occurs when one of the parathyroids develops a tumor which makes too much parathyroid hormone leading to high blood calcium levels and unwanted health issues. Typical symptoms include fatigue, bad memory, kidney stones, and osteoporosis. As the disease progresses IT MAY lead to arteriosclerosis, too much calcium being deposited in the arteries and blood […]
I had a great time, sharing some important clinical tips that I’ve learned over the last 18 years specializing in fibro. What your doctor won’t tell you: They won’t tell you about potentially dangerous drugs, adrenal fatigue, elevated calcium levels and what this may mean, low ferritin levels and what it means, thyroid antibodies, […]
Fibromyalgia and Hypothyroid -What Your Doctor Won’t Tell You (because she doesn’t know ) Why do you feel sick, tired, overweight, depressed, and yet your blood work looks normal. Do you suffer with low energy, anxiety, depression, chronic headaches, cold hands and feet, hair loss, and or low sex drive? These symptoms are common […]
