It says right there in the title – “Is insulin resistance the cause of fibromyalgia? A preliminary report” – it’s a preliminary report, but definitely an interesting one. In fact, the authors have stated that if the findings are...
This is part two of a four- part series on Cannabis and chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) and fibromyalgia (FM). (Cort added pictures and captions.) Getting started with Cannabis Cannabis is used increasingly to manage complex chronic illnesses and inflammatory...
Our culture is rampant with "positivity" messages and inspiring stories of overcoming the odds but sometimes the dark side needs to be acknowledged as well. Until we do that we can never truly be at peace. Check out some thoughts on "toxic positivity" and acknowledging the dark side of fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome in a blog co-written by Lori Madeira and Cort Johnson
This is Part I of a five-part series on using marijuana or Cannabis as medicine for chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) and/or fibromaylgia (FM). The first two parts by Amber focus on the science behind using Cannabis and how to get started on it. Summary Cannabis...
Dr. Peterson’s been using Ampligen in ME/CFS for 27 years. It seems like the drug has been sitting in limbo regarding ME/CFS forever – yet Ampligen is just one phase 3 trial away from becoming the first FDA-approved drug for ME/CFS – and no other...
For years, ketamine was known for its use as an anesthetic or as a recreational drug. Its ability to provide quick and safe sedation saved many lives during the Vietnam war and is still the preferred anesthetic in battlefield situations. It can be used to induce a...
Stay Up to Date with ME/CFS, Long COVID and Fibromyalgia News
Get Health Rising's free blogs featuring the latest findings and treatment options for the ME/CFS, long COVID, fibromyalgia and complex chronic disease communities.