Have you tried to track food and activity, etc. to determine how you can naturally treat fibromyalgia pain? Over the years I have come to believe doctors cannot really spend enough time with you to really “know” you and understand your illness. They are there to treat symptoms, run tests, Read more
I never knew this was a thing! Far Infared Warming Jackets are awesome! My husband is always cold, I’m the opposite. For Christmas he was given a warming jacket which has several different far infrared panels. The jacket heats up quickly and uses the infrared heat to keep him warm. Read more
After a great deal of research, we decided upon a Lifepro Fitness Rumblex Vibration Platform. We were looking for a machine to help with fibromyalgia flare ups, lymphedema, back pain, fatigue and peripheral neuropathy issues. I talked to our chiropractor and acupuncturist and learned from each of them vibration therapy Read more
Do you ever take a shower and then sweat? I used to sweat so much I almost feel like it wasn’t worth it to take a shower. I even recall several years ago not going to a class reunion picnic because I was so miserably sweaty trying to get ready, Read more
As I think about what is good for me, I have to share more about what I do. Yes I have fibromyalgia, migraines and chemical sensitivities, but those doesn’t define me. What does? I’m a grandma first and foremost during the day. About nine years ago my husband and I Read more
Several years ago in my food research I discovered the value of dandelions as food. My friends even told me they’d buy me some kale, not to eat the dandelions! Yet with our organic yard, I enjoy them. Dandelions are good in various ways and a very healthy choice, smoothies Read more
So What is a FAR Infared Sauna? Infrared saunas, also called far-infrared saunas, heat their chamber or pods to only 104–150 degrees Fahrenheit. This provides, as many claim, a more relaxing and therapeutic experience, perfect for fibromyalgia flare ups I experience. Yet another tool in my arsenal to find fibromyalgia Read more
For years my left leg has swollen more than the right. I thought it was some sort of weird allergic reaction. Doctor even told me it’s just how I was made, no big deal. I was seeing a Physical Therapist for a knee injury when she noticed the swelling. She Read more
My Migraine History I have had migraine headaches for 40 years. I recall having them for the first time after our daughter was born. Coincidence? I doubt it. I have changed jobs because of headaches, we sold a business because of frequent massive headaches. Migraines for me involved laying perfectly Read more
During the winter around our home it’s full of basketball practices, basketball games, wrestling practice, wrestling tournaments, concerts, holiday gatherings, shopping, baking and candy making. The list never seems to end. At our house this week, we got off the little hamster’s treadmill. Right in the middle of the hectic Read more