
Supplements 101: Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA) for Chronic Fatigue, Fibromyalgia, and Neuropathy
Lipoic acid is a common supplement for chronic fatigue syndrome. Is it a better option instead for fibromyalgia? Clinical trials in neuropathy suggest so…
Supplements 101: Magnesium for ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia
Do you know your malate from your orotate? Oxide from your Sulphate? Learn which form of magnesium is best and how you could unknowingly be deficient.
Lactate: It's Not What You Think
Lactate has always been thought of as a waste product. So when it comes up again & again in ME/CFS research what are we to make of it? Lactate is a lot more important than you think.
Supplements 101: Carnitine—Boost Energy and Ease Pain
Carnitine is a common supplement for chronic fatigue syndrome (MECFS) but does it really work? Here’s my critical take on this nutrient, where it may have a place, and what clinical trials show so far.
Supplements 101: Can NAC Support Energy and Brain Health in ME/CFS?
N-Acetyl-Cysteine is a common supplement for chronic fatigue syndrome (MECFS) but does it really work? Here’s my critical take on this nutrient, where it may have a place, and important things to consider for those that choose to take it.
Fasting and Caloric Restriction: A Therapeutic Tool for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia
Caloric restriction and fasting have been known for over 3 decades to reliably reduce inflammation and slow aging in numerous animal models. But what’s the difference and is this effect also seen in clinical trials? What method do I choose?
How to Lose Weight When Exercise Isn't an Option for Chronic Illness
Chronic illness often means excess weight due to limited physical abilities. Exercise is contraindicated in MECFS and long COVID, so how can one lose weight without exercise? There are several diet options for weight loss supported by clinical trials.
Nutrition 101: Sugar, the Energy Thief
Blog contributor Rachel takes us through some nutrition basics in this series. First up, sugar — where it hides, how our body handles it, & how it zaps energy
A Keto Diet for Pain Relief
Chronic pain can be a metabolic issue. Reducing glucose has a pain relieving effect. New research shows promise in using ketogenic diets for some types of pain relief including migraine.
Exogenous Ketones: A Shortcut to Therapeutic Ketosis for Chronic Fatigue
Want the benefits of nutritional ketosis without the super restrictive diet? Exogenous ketones are a promising option. Learn the different supplement options in this post.
A Keto Diet for ME/CFS
The ketogenic diet has exploded into a modern day diet fad. Yet there are still many, many reasons to raise a curious eyebrow to the research surrounding it. Learn the latest in this post and how it relates to ME/CFS
How to Maintain Weight on a Keto Diet
Want to try a ketogenic diet but don’t want to lose weight? Here are some tips to achieve the benefits of therapeutic ketosis without losing weight for the thin or severely ill with MECFS.
Why is my ME/CFS and Fibro Worse on a Keto Diet?
Some report tremendous benefit after starting a ketogenic diet. Others, however report terrible side effects or worsening of symptoms. Learn why in this post.
3 Effective Ways to Reduce Brain Fog Naturally
Too much dietary protein make your brain fog worse? Gut problems associated with cognitive fog? Learn how to effectively reduce brain fog by targeting ammonia.
3 Causes of Brain Fog
Brain fog—the most annoying symptom of them all. Here are 3 contributors most relevant to the brain fog of ME/CFS and fibromyalgia
Why Functional Medicine Makes Sense for ME/CFS
Patients are more complex than their disease or symptoms. Functional medicine aims to be medicine for the individual, not the disease itself. Modern times and modern illness demand better medicine.
Why Cytokines Worsen Symptoms in Chronic Fatiguing Illness
Cytokine-induced sickness behaviors make up the cardinal symptoms of ME/CFS: fatigue, exercise intolerance, flu-like symptoms, cognitive problems. Learn how cytokines act on the brain to cause these sickness experiences and potential ways to mitigate their effects.
LDN: A Sensible Treatment for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia
Low dose naltrexone has changed Dr. Craig’s life. Read how it works, how to get easily it, and what it may do for you.
Guest Post: Rachel's ME/CFS Story
The site welcomes Rachel, a ME/CFS patient, who shares her story for ME/CFS Awareness Month.
5 Supplements for Neuroinflammation: Natural Solutions for Brain Health
Neuroinflammation can be triggered by infection, traumatic brain injury, toxic metabolites, or autoimmune processes. Neuroinflammation is common in ME/CFS and Fibromyalgia. 5 well studied supplements may help reduce neuroinflammation.