Chronic pain and chronic fatigue are like evil twins. If you have one, you often have the other. Actually, I don’t think I’ve met anyone with fibromyalgia symptoms who also has normal energy. But I’m not surprised. Rather than thinking in terms of labels, I like to view this condition as just general poor health.Read more
Anyone who lives with chronic pain will sooner or later hear about turmeric. This spice has been used medicinally for ages. It’s now extremely popular again. Turmeric contains natural anti-inflammatory agents. Inflammation is what causes pain. So if you can reduce it, you should feel better. In my battle with widespread body pain, I knowRead more
Despite having widespread body pain for more than a decade, I consider myself one of the lucky ones. I’ve had all kinds of aches and pains. But I don’t suffer from chronic foot pain. Unfortunately, that’s not the case for everybody. After spending time in various fibromyalgia communities, it’s become really clear that foot painRead more
I’m here to tell you that there’s hope, even if your back pain is excruciating. At one time I could barely walk. That’s right, I could barely drag my body across my kitchen. Actually, I spent as little time as possible in this room. That’s because I couldn’t stand on my feet long enough toRead more
Apple cider vinegar is often touted as a cure all. But is this really the case? Or are these claims overstated? Actually, I think it all depends upon whom you ask. Some people report amazing results with a daily dose of apple cider vinegar. They say it relieves chronic pain and gives them more energy.Read more