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February 21, 2018February 20, 2018

Treating Depression Without Chemicals

Columns, Tender Points - a Column by Christine Lynch

I’ve been mentally preparing for next week’s appointment with my psychiatrist. Although I see another mental health professional for cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), my psychiatrist (a medical doctor) prescribes and monitors any mood-altering ... Read more

February 20, 2018February 20, 2018

When Fibromyalgia Keeps You in Bed

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

Inevitably there will be times when we are stuck in bed. It may be a few hours, days, or longer. The unpredictability of fibromyalgia is a force to be reckoned ... Read more

February 14, 2018February 13, 2018

My Personal Opioid Crisis

Columns, Tender Points - a Column by Christine Lynch

As our nation faces the difficult reality of drug abuse, I struggle with my very own opioid crisis. I’m sorry for the families who have lost loved ones due to ... Read more

February 13, 2018February 12, 2018

Adrenal Fatigue Adds to the Exhaustion

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

I found out recently that on top of fibromyalgia, I also have adrenal fatigue. That enlightened me, because I could not figure out why my fatigue was so bad. The ... Read more

February 6, 2018February 5, 2018

Focusing on the ‘I Can’

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

Chronic illnesses like fibromyalgia can throw your life out of whack, wreak havoc with your plans, and distort how you see yourself and your future. Staying discouraged, though, is counterproductive. ... Read more

February 2, 2018February 6, 2018

Q&A with Alex Gould, Co-founder of Every Day Optimal CBD

Columns, Finding Balance with Fibro - a Column by Carrie Anton

As a continuation of my series on CBD oil and fibromyalgia pain relief, I contacted Every Day Optimal CBD after trying (and loving) its CBD products. Company co-founder Alex Gould ... Read more

January 31, 2018January 30, 2018

The Gift of Reading

Columns, Tender Points - a Column by Christine Lynch

When it comes to taking simple abilities for granted, I’m just as guilty as the next person — but not when it comes to reading. This is one blessing I’m ... Read more

January 30, 2018January 30, 2018

Fibromyalgia Affects Older People in Confusing Ways

Columns, Through the Fog - A Column by Robin Dix

As a woman over 60 with fibromyalgia, it’s difficult for me to figure out if a symptom I’m experiencing, such as hip pain, is related to my FM or just ... Read more

January 26, 2018January 29, 2018

Kratom Concerns: FDA Warning, Deadly Risks Outweigh Potential

Columns, Finding Balance with Fibro - a Column by Carrie Anton

Editor’s Note: A number of readers responded strongly and negatively to this column, including some who have clearly used kratom and found it to be of benefit. BioNews respects and ... Read more