I am aware that some of the items I highlight on this blog as suitable treatments of various types can be expensive. I am merely keeping you up to date on what is available. It is not for me to judge what is affordable by anyone who reads it. It depends a lot on how convinced you are about the claims of the product as to whether it is worth the expenditure. I do not benefit financially. This blog is for information only. Not everything has a monetary value and much advice can be readily used without cost.
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160. Life is like a wave; you can't change the way it breaks, just change the way you ride it.
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From Adrienne Dellwo, your Guide to Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
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| Adrienne Dellwo |
It can do a lot of good for your wallet when expensive drugs go generic. But are they more dangerous than the name brand? See what's cropping up. That's below.
Also this week, at look at what special problems young people with these illnesses have, and new research on music and what it may be able to do for you.
Down in Featured Articles, I've included some things to help you get through the change of seasons.
Take care of yourself!
http://specials.about.com/service/newsletters/chronicfatigue/30531e1a050001f9f400260e.htm
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Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Alternative Fibromyalgia Treatments?
What percentage of people with fibromyalgia use some form of complementary or alternative treatment?
Find out here:
http://www.webmd.com/fibromyalgia/rm-quiz-alternative-fibromyalgia-treatments
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10 Relaxation Techniques That Zap Stress Fast
Chances are, your ever-growing to-do list doesn’t include one very important task: Relax. But managing stress is key to staying healthy.
Think you don’t have time to unwind? Each of these stress-relieving tips can get you from OMG to om in less than 15 minutes.
1. Meditate
Find the other 9: http://www.webmd.com/balance/guide/blissing-out-10-relaxation-techniques-reduce-stress-spot
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Opioid (Narcotic) Pain Medications
When you have a mild headache or muscle ache, an over-the-counter pain reliever is usually enough to make you feel better. But if your pain is more severe, your doctor might recommend something stronger -- a prescription opioid.
Opioids are a type of narcotic pain medication. They can have serious side effects if you don't use them correctly.
If you need to take opioids to control your pain, here are some ways to make sure you're taking them as safely as possible.
http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/guide/narcotic-pain-medications
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Slideshow: 20 Things You Can Learn from Your Pets
Forget Multitasking
Stanford researchers found that attention and memory suffer in those who juggle work, email, and web-surfing, compared to those who focus on one task at a time. Other studies suggest employees actually lose time when multitasking.
Find the other 19: http://pets.webmd.com/ss/slideshow-things-you-learn-from-your-pet
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Read this on Amazon's preview.
Introduction: The F-word of medicine.
http://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/reader/B004LROWRU/ref=sib_dp_kd/277-0525937-2061738#reader-link
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One size does not fit all
80% of us sleep on more than one pillow instinctively trying to achieve alignment and comfort and so better sleep. Ideally we should sleep on one pillow that is the correct height for us and keeps us aligned throughout the night. When this pillow needs replacing we should be able to confidently buy the right pillow again. Until now this has not been possible but that has changed..............
http://www.goldilockspillows.co.uk/
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| Linda Horncastle |
http://www.microtherapyclinic.com/Treating_Fibromyalgia.html
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No matter how hectic or stressful our days are, whether we’re sitting at our desks or waiting in line, we havethe opportunity to pause and adjust our perspective.
We have the opportunity to be kinder — both to ourselves and others. We have the opportunity to relax and slow down. And we have the opportunity to refocus. Even if it’s for a minute or two.
In her book Self-Meditation: 3,299 Mantras, Tips, Quotes and Koans for Peace and Serenity , bestselling author Barbara Ann Kipfer offers a wealth of inspiration for practicing kindness and breathing in the beauty of daily moments and the miracles that are our lives.
See more at: http://spiritualityhealth.com/articles/20-calming-or-invigorating-mini-meditations-you#sthash.DO4WXI43.dpuf
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10 Keys to a Happier Life By: Traci Pedersen
What are the daily habits of truly happy people? And how can we incorporate these habits into our daily lives?Action for Happiness —a movement dedicated to helping people experience more fulfilling lives—has developed a list of 10 habits, or keys, based on the latest scientific research of happy people.
You may have already guessed that these habits have nothing to do with striving to be smarter, richer, or better looking than our neighbors. In fact, these ten keys are based on being less competitive and taking time to really love yourself, love others, and enjoy the world around you.
See more at: http://spiritualityhealth.com/blog/traci-pedersen/10-keys-happier-life%C2%AD%C2%AD#sthash.bb2xvUlQ.dpuf
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What is Mindfulness Meditation?
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| Kathy Wong |
Research suggests that mindfulness meditation may improve mood, decrease stress, and boost immune function.
http://altmedicine.about.com/cs/mindbody/a/Meditation.htm?nl=1
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Psychological side-effects of anti-depressants worse than thought
A University of Liverpool researcher has shown that thoughts of suicide, sexual difficulties and emotional numbness as a result of anti-depressants may be more widespread than previously thought.
In a survey of 1,829 people who had been prescribed anti-depressants, the researchers found large numbers of people – over half in some cases – reporting on psychological problems due to their medication, which has led to growing concerns about the scale of the problem of over-prescription of these drugs.
http://www.prohealth.com/library/showArticle.cfm?libid=18806&B1=EG031914&utm_source=EG031914&utm_medium=em&utm_campaign=Wellness&slvor=11638.1148725.0.1.0.110434
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Big Antiviral Trial Could Usher in New Treatment Era for Fibromyalgia
A New Approach to Fibromyalgia
That’s been changing recently. A immune biomarker has been proposed. Small fiber neuropathy - possibly caused by immune dysregulation – has been found. Dr. Dantini has been treating FM with antivirals for years. The immune system’s starting to get some respect in FM.
See more at: http://simmaronresearch.com/2013/12/big-antiviral-trial-era-fibromyalgia/
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Organov 12 - all-natural pain relief
As I’m writing this, a quick look out of my window reveals something astonishing.Yes – sunshine! It looks like Summer has finally arrived! And now that we have better weather, it’s only natural you want to get out of the house, go for a walk in the countryside or your local park, and enjoy the sunshine while it lasts.
Unfortunately, that may not be possible if you are feeling poorly.
As you know, here at The People’s Doctor we’re always on the lookout for proven, effective pain relief agents, even if they’re a bit unusual.
The good news is the answer to your pain-relief prayers can be found in, of all places, tree bark.
Read about it: http://www.thepeoplesdoctor.org/index.php/newsletter-menu/960-newsletter351
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Researchers Identify Brain Differences Linked to Insomnia
Increased brain plasticity in motor cortex distinguishes poor sleepers from good ones.
Johns Hopkins researchers report that people with chronic insomnia show more plasticity and activity than good sleepers in the part of the brain that controls movement.
"Insomnia is not a nighttime disorder," says study leader Rachel E. Salas, M.D., an assistant professor of neurology at the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine. "It's a 24-hour brain condition, like a light switch that is always on. Our research adds information about differences in the brain associated with it."
http://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/news/media/releases/researchers_identify_brain_differences_linked_to_insomnia
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Registered dietitians are experts in healthy eating, but do they really only chow down on big green salads? The foods they eat when no one's watching may surprise you. Follow their lead to enjoy some of these "off-limits" foods without guilt.
http://www.health.com/health/webnewsletter/0,,20798420,00.html
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Next weekend I shall be at Fibcon in Chichester. I shall need to notify everyone of the new blogpage on Thursday before my departure on Friday. As I will have less time to prepare, it may be a bit shorter next week. But I will produce something for you.
Stella
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Contact: fmsstella@gmail.com
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N.B. I would like to point out to you that the information in my FMS eNews blog is passed on to you mainly from other sources. Links are given to the original articles. I take no responsibility for their accuracy but freely give them publicity if I think they might be of interest to my readership. Sites I refer you to are for information only. They might conflict in their opinions, they might not even be medically sound, but I merely offer them for you to peruse and make your own judgements, accept or reject as you will. Only by reading widely can we get an overall picture of fibromyalgia syndrome and how we can deal with its symptoms, learn to cope with them and still have a life. Any advice or recommendation of a medical or legal nature should always be discussed with a qualified professional. I also include various awareness items, benefits issues, as well as general health considerations. Anyone wishing to reproduce any of the included items in printed form should seek permission from the originators.
Wordz for the Week are from ‘Wordz for the Day’ by Donnie Kuhn, Sr. who died in May 2011.
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