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Overall, I'm feeling about 90% of where I'd like to get to most days. While I still have some things to work on, I definitely feel as though I am continuing to move in a good direction. My biggest remaining issues are visual issues such as debris/floaters, lower back pain from an injury just over a year ago, and some muscle discomfort.
I've always had structural issues and working on a computer for most of the day each day doesn't help. In late 2009, I damaged a ligament in my lower back. It was very painful at first and made walking difficult, but that was resolved quickly with chiropractic intervention. Unfortunately, the ongoing lower back pain continued.
I've since done about six rounds of prolotherapy which helped about 60-70% but did not entirely resolve the problem thus far.
The current thought is that the remaining discomfort is muscular, and I am now doing physical therapy twice a week with the ATM2 as well as a rolfing series to hopefully retrain the muscles.
I just finished my fourth session of NCR (video of the process can be found here) which is reported by some to be a powerful tool in dealing with structural and many other issues. We'll see over the next couple of months if I can resolve the remaining lower back discomfort. I'm optimistic!
You can follow BetterHealthGuy on Facebook or Twitter for ongoing updates. Here's to Your Health!
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F2IGH2T For Your Life
I recently had the opportunity to collaborate on an article with Dr. Garry F. Gordon, MD, DO, MD(H). Dr. Gordon is the creator of the F2IGH2T Protocol. The protocol encompasses the many different things that those of us with chronic illnesses must consider in order to regain and retain optimal health. The article was published in the March edition of the Public Health Alert. The full article is available here. Enjoy! |
My Latest Treatment Options
 My current treatment approach can be found here. I continue to manage my remaining issues with herbs, essential oils, and natural therapies.
I recently started consulting with a naturopath that suggested a couple of new options that I have incorporated into my program.
These include making my own essential oil capsules of Oregano, Clove, and Thyme and a product called Guardian of Eden which consists of oral H2O2 (hydrogen peroxide) and cellular nutrition.
I've found both to be useful options, but caution people not to consider either without collaboration with your healthcare practitioner.
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Get Grounded! The Benefits of Earthing
 Earthing is a term that essentially means reconnecting with the earth's energy. In doing so, the body can utilize the earth's electrons to reduce inflammation, improve sleep, and improve our body's ability to heal.
This can be done by simply walking barefoot in the park or through the use of a number of earthing products such as earthing pads, earthing bands, and earthing sleep systems.
I've used earthing technology for a couple of years now. I recently upgraded from the earthing bed pad to the sheet system and also started using an earthing pad beneath my desk while working on the computer. Among its many potential benefits, earthing is believed to negate the impact of EMFs while one is grounded.
For more information on earthing, take a look at these informative resources:
Earthing Institute
Earthing Resources and Products
Part 1 - Alix from NaturalNews.tv Discusses Earthing
Part 2 - Alix from NaturalNews.tv Discusses Earthing
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McCamish Protocol
 My foundational protocol at present is based on the work of naturopath Susan McCamish. I continue to incorporate her herbal blends such as Bar-1, Immune Restore, and ImmunoVira into my treatment regime.
I recently wrote about the McCamish Protocol in a blog post you can find here.
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XMRV
XMRV is a retrovirus that has recently been implicated in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and other chronic illnesses. It is suspected that a high percentage of people with chronic Lyme disease may also carry XMRV. Research on XMRV and its impact on health is continuing at a very rapid pace, and hopefully, XMRV research will benefit many of us by coming up with effective treatments that will further assist our recoveries. I recently created a page and a blog entry that discuss the topic of XMRV. |
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EMFs
 I've often been asked for my thoughts on EMFs and their impact on our health. I am definitely of the opinion that EMFs are another form of stress or toxicity that our body has to manage. The more we can reduce EMF exposure, the better.
I just wrote a blog entry about EMFs with links to various resources on the topic.
I'd appreciate any comments you may have on what you have found to be beneficial in reducing EMF exposure. |
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Winter 2011
Issue 32
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Surviving Mold
Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker, MD is well known by many as a leading expert on biotoxin-related illnesses such as Lyme disease and mold.
His new book Surviving Mold provides an update on his research and on treatment options for those struggling with biotoxin-related illness.
Beyond the book, Dr. Shoemaker has released an all-new and highly informative web site.
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Recipes for Repair
Dr. Ken Singleton, MD introduced us to the LID (Lyme Inflammation Diet) in his book The Lyme Disease Solution. Now, mother and daughter team Gail and Laura Piazza has released a new cookbook that provides recipes that follow the LID guidelines. For more information, visit my recent blog post. |
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BetterHealthGuy Tidbits!
Below you will find a number of links to information I have found useful over the past few months. I hope you find them to be of interest.
Whittemore Peterson Institute - videos on WPI (researches in the arena of XMRV)
Dr. Neil Nathan on Autism - a video of a recent lecture on autism
Klinghardt TV - numerous videos with Dr. Dietrich Klinghardt from the founder of THRiiiVE.com
Healkick - New Group for Young Adult Patients with ME CFS, Chronic Lyme, Fibromyalgia etc
Dr. Jones' Kids - a site on Dr. Charles Ray Jones and his treatment of children with Lyme disease
Donna Eden 5 Minute Energy Routine Video - learn Donna Eden's energy routine
THRiiiVE.com Top 10 To Do List - a comprehensive list of things to consider in recovering health
ZAPPED - a new book on EMFs and their impact on health
ILADS 2010 Videos - videos from the ILADS 2010 annual conference available for purchase
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Thanks for all your kind words, inspiring stories, thoughtful direction, and for your compassion. Live, love, and laugh each and every day; for tomorrow is not a given.
In Better Health,
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