LIVING WITH ME

Carrots for Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

admin — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 17:00:04 +0000

We all know that carrots are good for our eyes, but they’ve got a lot more going on than that. Carrots can do a lot of the things those of us with fibromyalgia (FMS) and chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) need.

Carrots contain substances called carotenoids — in fact, they’re the single best source of them. Carotenoids fight cancer and reduce your risk of heart disease, and while this is controversial, some doctors believe ME/CFS increases your risk of both. It’s also worth noting that XMRV, the retrovirus tentatively linked to ME/CFS, may be tied to a particularly aggressive form of prostate cancer.

http://chronicfatigue.about.com

Blood Bank Association Seeks to Prevent Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Patients from Donating Blood

admin — Thu, 02 Sep 2010 17:00:03 +0000

The American Association of Blood Banks (AABB), an international, not-for-profit association representing individuals and institutions involved in the field of transfusion medicine and cellular therapies, is recommending that blood collectors discourage donors who have been diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) from giving blood.

http://www.sleepreviewmag.com

Tribunal told Flintshire man sacked for refusing back to work plan

admin — Wed, 01 Sep 2010 17:00:56 +0000

A MAN was sacked from his factory job after he refused an eight-week back to work plan, an employment tribunal has heard.

William David Astbury, 52, of Connah’s Quay, is suing Flint-based Nice-Pak International for unfair dismissal and disability discrimination after he contracted chronic fatigue syndrome in April 2008.

http://www.leaderlive.co.uk

Cher suffers from Epstein-Barr Virus

admin — Tue, 31 Aug 2010 17:00:47 +0000

Cher’s ordeal at the hands of the Epstein-Barr Virus has been well-documented over the years, and the pop diva has never kept her condition a secret.

In 1992, Cher took some time off from her career and it was widely reported that the virus was responsible. “My experience was it was really a physical illness but it does make you depressed as well,” she told the BBC. “It’s a virus you have it’s called Epstein Barr virus and the disease it gives you is chronic fatigue.”

http://www.celebrities-with-diseases.com

Garlic for Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

admin — Mon, 30 Aug 2010 17:00:35 +0000

OK, so it makes your breath bad — that’s a small price to pay for a food that reduces inflammation, kills nasty bugs in your system, and tastes great on toast.

http://chronicfatigue.about.com

Coeliac disease widespread misdiagnosis

admin — Sun, 29 Aug 2010 17:00:05 +0000

The charity Coeliac UK says there’s widespread misdiagnosis of the condition. It carried out a survey of more than 1,600 of its members and found that nearly 60% of them had previously been incorrectly diagnosed with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) instead of being tested and diagnosed with coeliac disease.

The charity says one in 100 people in the UK have coeliac disease, an auto-immune condition caused by gluten intolerance. Left untreated by the diet it can lead to osteoporosis, infertility and bowel cancer.

http://www.webmd.boots.com

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome: 10 Resources Shine Some Light On XMRV

admin — Sat, 28 Aug 2010 17:00:44 +0000

Virtual constellations of blogs and websites revolve like satellites around the weight and gravity of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Each of these sites is a thing of beauty and value, representing a world unto itself.

It would be impossible to highlight all of them but I’ve selected a few for you to explore.

Some action in the Chronic Fatigue Syndrome ghetto has gotten us craning our necks on our cots these days. Or … there might be some action.

http://www.empowher.com

Treatment of the narcoleptiform sleep disorder in chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia

admin — Fri, 27 Aug 2010 17:00:27 +0000

This study investigates the response of the underlying sleep disorder associated with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and fibromyalgia (FM) to treatment. We retrospectively reviewed 118 cases clinically consistent with CFS or FM, treated in a neurology practice.

http://www.prohealth.com

The 1% Solution Makes Chronic Fatigue Syndrome And Fibromyalgia More Manageable For Some

admin — Thu, 26 Aug 2010 17:00:10 +0000

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) and fibromyalgia (FM) are chronic conditions that affect every aspect of every day for the sufferer. Bruce Campbell recommends the 1% Solution.

While the 1% Solution will not cure CFS or FM, Campbell’s suggestions can become significant factors in making life more manageable. Here are a few of those suggestions.

Taking regular rest breaks can increase stability and restore energy levels somewhat. If you can be in contact with other people also dealing with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or fibromyalgia, this can help to reduce the sense of isolation, and increase a sense of community and belonging that has been sorely lacking for many.

http://www.empowher.com

15 Immunological Terms Everyone With Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Should Know

admin — Wed, 25 Aug 2010 17:00:05 +0000

While researchers have yet to pin down the exact causes and mechanisms involved in chronic fatigue syndrome, most of them are now agree that the condition involves significant problems with the immune system, and that immune dysfunction leads to many of the characteristic symptoms.

The immune system is complex, and research can be hard to understand. To help you get a better handle on what some of the terminology means, here are definitions of 15 immunological terms related to chronic fatigue syndrome:

http://chronicfatigue.about.com