Gluten is a sticky protein that is found in wheat that can cause inflammation in people who are sensitive to it. If you see a doctor for fibromyalgia, hypothyroidism, or chronic fatigue, he or she may recommend that you reduce your gluten intake. Watch this video to find out why your holistic doctor in New […]
What do Hockey Players and Fibromyalgia Patients Have in Common?
Hockey players- and I have taken care of a few NHL players- are elite athletes with incredible strength and stamina. Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue patients- and I have taken care of hundreds of them- are battling pain and exhaustion to try and get through every day. What could they possibly have in common? The need […]
Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia and Tick Diseases: The Ticking Time Bomb
Spring is here, and naturally, after our long harsh winter, we can’t wait to get outside and enjoy the outdoors. However, my patients who suffer from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and fibromyalgia are not quite as happy because their symptoms prevent them from enjoying being active and outside. When treating patients with both of these conditions, […]
Intravenous Vitamin C for Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue…. and Hangovers?
We Take IV Therapy Very Seriously I just read in the New York Times that IV vitamin therapy is the new in thing to do to recover from hangovers. Apparently, there are now companies that provide home IV’s by nurses to help you get over a night of heavy partying, so you are in better […]
New Findings in Fibromyalgia: What Do They Mean?
In a recent USA Today article, New Findings in Fibromyalgia, many articles from different medical journals are cited. I did some medical sleuthing by reading the original articles and by taking the extra step of speaking to the researchers who are quoted. These Are the Key Points: Fibromyalgia is a complicated disease without question. Most […]
Insomnia and Heart Disease: What Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia patients need to know!
I am often reminded of an Irish proverb “A good laugh and a long sleep are the best cures in the doctor’s book.” Unfortunately, in these times, they are hard to come by. Many patients who suffer from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or fibromyalgia have associated sleep disorders. Trouble falling asleep, staying asleep and multiple nighttime […]
Diet and CFS and Fibromyalgia
Is there any benefit to dietary changes in patients with CFS and fibromyalgia. As a physician treating these disorders for over 20 years, the answer is a resounding YES!!! I have seen dietary changes work wonders for many patients. But what dietary changes are we talking about? The type of diet I usually recommend for […]
Infections and CFS and Fibromyalgia
I am always asked by patients “what causes CFS?” Or “What causes Fibromyalgia?”The answer is a complicated one. We know that in patients with Chronic Fatigue Syndrome have sleep disorders, hormonal imbalances, especially thyroid dysfunction, mitochondrial dysfunction, and viral infections. The infectious component of the disorder is debated amongst the medical community. I believe, as […]
Thyroid Conditions-The Connection to Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
This past week I have had 2 patients with undiagnosed thyroid disease. Both of these patients had multiple symptoms consistent with low thyroid and had been to several different physicians. One of these patients suffered from fibromyalgia. Patients and colleagues alike often ask me about the connection between fibromyalgia and thyroid disease. I tell them […]