If you are new to my blog, my name is Donna and I have lived with Fibromyalgia, CFS and Lyme Disease for a number of years. In October/November of 2017, I received stem cell treatment at Infusio in Frankfurt. I’ve been documenting my treatment and progress on this blog. Find all of my Infusio posts […]
Cannabidiol oil (CBD oil) derived from industrial hemp is increasing in popularity and becoming more readily available. Full spectrum CBD oil stimulates the body’s endocannabinoid system and may offer relief from symptoms such as chronic pain, anxiety and disruptive sleep.
Recovery, when mentioned in relation to illnesses like Fibromyalgia, CFS and chronic Lyme Disease, is a controversial topic. I’ve encountered people who remain hopeful and believe that recovering from Fibromyalgia, CFS and Lyme is possible. And, I’ve also come across others who completely shut down the idea given that there is no known cure.
Sleep is something that most of us living with chronic illness will struggle with at times. After all, poor quality, disruptive sleep is a core symptom of illnesses such as Fibromyalgia, Lyme Disease and ME/CFS. Which is frustrating because consistently getting a good night’s sleep is one of the most important factors in improving our symptoms. […]
Today, I want to chat about supplements for gut health. More, specifically the Vital Plan Gut Revival Kit*: a gut health protocol that I recently started. The Vital Plan Gut Revival kit is a holistic protocol for healthy digestion, detoxification and microbiome balance. If you have followed my blog for a few years, you will be […]
Today, I wanted to talk about some strategies that I use to improve mental health. Living and recovering from chronic illnesses is challenging, both physically and mentally. Over the years, I’ve come to learn that it’s just as important to take care of my mental health as much as my physical wellbeing.
Two years ago, in February 2016, I made what felt like a huge decision for my health. I purchased a mobility scooter. It wasn’t something that I decided on lightly. In fact, I went through a whole mix of emotions at the time and questioned if I legitimately needed one. I talk more about all […]
Fatigue has always been my worst and most challenging symptom. It’s the main issue that stops me from being able to live a somewhat normal life. My muscles fatigue easily and I need to be careful with regards to what I do in a day. For me, fatigue does not just result from physical exertion. […]
Fibromyalgia and ME/CFS are potentially life-changing illnesses. Yet so much is misunderstood about them.
Today, May 1st, marks the start of the awareness month for Fibromyalgia, Lyme disease and ME/CFS (Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/ Chronic Fatigue Syndrome). Each May charities and those affected come together to put these illnesses in the spotlight. Although more people are becoming aware of the names Fibromyalgia, Lyme disease and ME/CFS, awareness is still important and […]
Because of CBD oil’s host of healing properties, such as a reduction in inflammation, pain relief, stress and anxiety relief, the plant compound is taking autoimmune sufferers by storm. Unlike THC, the compound best known in marijuana, CBD, is non-psychoactive. This allows you to use it anywhere without experiencing any high. Currently, everyone and their […]
Last week I wrote about travelling to Breakspear Medical– a private clinic specialising in environmental illness– for an initial consultation. I have long felt that there was more to my chronic illness puzzle than fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue and I hoped that Breakspear would be able to find the missing pieces.
On a Tuesday morning in September, my husband and I left for the airport with an overnight bag. I was feeling nervous, not just for the journey ahead (I really don’t like flying these days) but for what we were actually travelling for. We were flying to London and then driving to Hemel Hempstead in […]
Updated: 12/06/19 I am part of a great blogging network called Chronic Illness Bloggers and this month we were set a writing challenge to discuss our three worst symptoms and to share how we manage them.
Find blog posts all about art, business and life!
Random fact: before opening February Stars Art, I blogged about living well with chronic illness. Those posts are still available to read.
