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November 5, 2008
- Cure Yeast Infection Fast – Sarah Summer Natural Cure For Yeast Infection!
Natural yeast infection treatment is something that most people don’t usually think of when they have yeast infection. Over the counter drugs and medication is the first remedy that is used. (…)
September 27, 2008
- Living with Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia (FM) has proven to be a very disabling disorder affecting up to 2 to 4% of the world’s population. Women seem to be much more affected than men. Fibromyalgia isn’t progressive, but some symptoms can get worse as time goes by. It is characterized by chronic fatigue, intense muscle pain, sleeping problems, stomach problems, headaches – whatever is associated with the nerves and muscles.
Many people with fibromyalgia also experience additional symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, irritable bowel syndrome, irritable bladder, cognitive and memory problems (often called “fibro fog”), TMJ (jaw) disorder, pelvic pain, restless leg syndrome, sensitivity to noise and temperature, and anxiety and depression. (…)
September 24, 2008
- Fibromyalgia and Work
Working a job can be tough enough these days without the added problems that can come working with Fibromyalgia. If you suffer with Fibromyalgia symptoms getting to work can be a job all in itself and then staying at work and being productive can be a battle. Here are some things that might help you have a more productive work day and be able to function more like you want to at work. (…)
September 23, 2008
- 5 Things Apples Are Good For
The beginning of autumn means that we're entering apple season, which will be a time of cider, desserts, and the crisp, wholesome goodness of the fruit freshly picked from your local orchard. (…)
April 26, 2008
- Some Fibromyalgia Facts
I've had some people ask me what I know about fibromyalgia. Rather than just rely on my own brain power, I've included some facts and their references. (…)
April 15, 2008
- A Good Fibromyalgia Diet – Part 2
Here is the conclusion of Diane's post on putting together a good fibromyalgia diet. The main purpose of this article is to be able to find a nutritional approach to finding relief from the symptoms of fibromyalgia. Improving the quality of life on a day-to-day basis is something I think we all are wanting. (…)
April 9, 2008
- A Good Fibromyalgia Diet – Part 1
I've receive a real quality article from a woman in Illinois who has some advice about a good fibromyaliga diet. Here is the article from Diane:
Millions of people around the world suffer from a complicated medical condition that is referred to as fibromyalgia. (…)
August 9, 2007
- A Banana a Day!!
Bananas contain three natural sugars – sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fiber. (…)
October 1, 2006
- All The News Headlines About IBS
There have been several different news headlines over the last few days linking Irritable Bowel Syndrome to many different diseases, including our favorite one – fibromyalgia. For example, in Medpage Today it says:
"When a diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) comes to mind, consider migraine, fibromyalgia, and depression as well."
Other news articles basically state that IBS is a result of someone going through some of these other diseases. I know I've had issues with IBS that I didn't have when I was younger. So, I wonder when my fibro symptoms start to lessen if other things will lessen as well… like IBS. (…)
August 21, 2006
- Pursuing a Solution
Over the last couple of months I have really been exposed to some eye opening information about health. I have attended a couple of seminars, been reading some books, information from the Physician's Desk Reference, etc. (…)
July 22, 2006
- I need some help here.
One of my hobbies is surfing the web… sometimes ending up at the farthest point I ever thought I would be. (…)
July 12, 2006
- Aspertame Study – Some things you may want to know
Many people with fibromyalgia and it's companion, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome have weight issues… whether they are less than 20 pounds overweight, 20-50 pounds over, or more than 50 pounds overweight. (…)
May 30, 2006
- Something I found helpful
We try and keep 99% of everything on this site about Fibromyalgia, but sometimes you come across something that is worth talking about.
About 2 months ago I was bought some new living room furniture. (…)
March 29, 2006
- Acai, Mangosteen, and Goji
There is a new product out there that I believe is rather fabulous. I am very much into healthy products to help control my fibromyalgia and to keep me moving around. (…)
March 5, 2006
- Preventing Osteoporosis
(HealthDay News) — Forty-four million Americans are at risk of contracting osteoporosis, a disease of low bone mass that can lead to breaks and fractures. (…)
February 28, 2006
- One more thing about Zoloft
Zoloft is the most common brand name for the chemical Sertaline, a drug classed as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). (…)
- Zoloft Side Effects
From what I have read, Zoloft is a wonderful medication for many people. (…)
February 25, 2006
- Best Weight Loss
Best Weight Loss
So it’s no secret anymore that America is one of the most overweight countries today. (…)
February 21, 2006
- Stay away from the caffeine to lose weight
One of my problems from the past has been when I tried to lose weight I hit the diet soda a bit too hard to make up for the lack of sweets in my diet. I would drop a few pounds and then stop. (…)
February 11, 2006
- Yo-Yo Dieting Impacts Immune System
Yo-yo dieting may have a lasting negative impact on immune function, according to new findings from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. (…)
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November 5, 2008
- Cure Yeast Infection Fast – Sarah Summer Natural Cure For Yeast Infection!
Natural yeast infection treatment is something that most people don’t usually think of when they have yeast infection. Over the counter drugs and medication is the first remedy that is used. (…)
September 27, 2008
- Living with Fibromyalgia
Fibromyalgia (FM) has proven to be a very disabling disorder affecting up to 2 to 4% of the world’s population. Women seem to be much more affected than men. Fibromyalgia isn’t progressive, but some symptoms can get worse as time goes by. It is characterized by chronic fatigue, intense muscle pain, sleeping problems, stomach problems, headaches – whatever is associated with the nerves and muscles.
Many people with fibromyalgia also experience additional symptoms such as fatigue, headaches, irritable bowel syndrome, irritable bladder, cognitive and memory problems (often called “fibro fog”), TMJ (jaw) disorder, pelvic pain, restless leg syndrome, sensitivity to noise and temperature, and anxiety and depression. (…)
September 24, 2008
- Fibromyalgia and Work
Working a job can be tough enough these days without the added problems that can come working with Fibromyalgia. If you suffer with Fibromyalgia symptoms getting to work can be a job all in itself and then staying at work and being productive can be a battle. Here are some things that might help you have a more productive work day and be able to function more like you want to at work. (…)
September 23, 2008
- 5 Things Apples Are Good For
The beginning of autumn means that we're entering apple season, which will be a time of cider, desserts, and the crisp, wholesome goodness of the fruit freshly picked from your local orchard. (…)
April 26, 2008
- Some Fibromyalgia Facts
I've had some people ask me what I know about fibromyalgia. Rather than just rely on my own brain power, I've included some facts and their references. (…)
April 15, 2008
- A Good Fibromyalgia Diet – Part 2
Here is the conclusion of Diane's post on putting together a good fibromyalgia diet. The main purpose of this article is to be able to find a nutritional approach to finding relief from the symptoms of fibromyalgia. Improving the quality of life on a day-to-day basis is something I think we all are wanting. (…)
April 9, 2008
- A Good Fibromyalgia Diet – Part 1
I've receive a real quality article from a woman in Illinois who has some advice about a good fibromyaliga diet. Here is the article from Diane:
Millions of people around the world suffer from a complicated medical condition that is referred to as fibromyalgia. (…)
August 9, 2007
- A Banana a Day!!
Bananas contain three natural sugars – sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fiber. (…)
October 1, 2006
- All The News Headlines About IBS
There have been several different news headlines over the last few days linking Irritable Bowel Syndrome to many different diseases, including our favorite one – fibromyalgia. For example, in Medpage Today it says:
"When a diagnosis of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) comes to mind, consider migraine, fibromyalgia, and depression as well."
Other news articles basically state that IBS is a result of someone going through some of these other diseases. I know I've had issues with IBS that I didn't have when I was younger. So, I wonder when my fibro symptoms start to lessen if other things will lessen as well… like IBS. (…)
August 21, 2006
- Pursuing a Solution
Over the last couple of months I have really been exposed to some eye opening information about health. I have attended a couple of seminars, been reading some books, information from the Physician's Desk Reference, etc. (…)
July 22, 2006
- I need some help here.
One of my hobbies is surfing the web… sometimes ending up at the farthest point I ever thought I would be. (…)
July 12, 2006
- Aspertame Study – Some things you may want to know
Many people with fibromyalgia and it's companion, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome have weight issues… whether they are less than 20 pounds overweight, 20-50 pounds over, or more than 50 pounds overweight. (…)
May 30, 2006
- Something I found helpful
We try and keep 99% of everything on this site about Fibromyalgia, but sometimes you come across something that is worth talking about.
About 2 months ago I was bought some new living room furniture. (…)
March 29, 2006
- Acai, Mangosteen, and Goji
There is a new product out there that I believe is rather fabulous. I am very much into healthy products to help control my fibromyalgia and to keep me moving around. (…)
March 5, 2006
- Preventing Osteoporosis
(HealthDay News) — Forty-four million Americans are at risk of contracting osteoporosis, a disease of low bone mass that can lead to breaks and fractures. (…)
February 28, 2006
- One more thing about Zoloft
Zoloft is the most common brand name for the chemical Sertaline, a drug classed as a selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI). (…)
- Zoloft Side Effects
From what I have read, Zoloft is a wonderful medication for many people. (…)
February 25, 2006
- Best Weight Loss
Best Weight Loss
So it’s no secret anymore that America is one of the most overweight countries today. (…)
February 21, 2006
- Stay away from the caffeine to lose weight
One of my problems from the past has been when I tried to lose weight I hit the diet soda a bit too hard to make up for the lack of sweets in my diet. I would drop a few pounds and then stop. (…)
February 11, 2006
- Yo-Yo Dieting Impacts Immune System
Yo-yo dieting may have a lasting negative impact on immune function, according to new findings from the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center. (…)