Why Women Get More Fibromyalgia, IBS, and Anxiety Than Men
By Dr. David M. Brady and Danielle Moyer, MS The occurrence of fibromyalgia is 10 to 20 times higher in women than in men [1]. Those women are also more likely than men to have severe tender points of pain, “pain all over”, sleep disturbances, and…
Mitochondrial Health and Energy
By Dr. David M. Brady and Danielle Moyer If there is one thing we remember from middle school biology, it is that the mitochondria are the powerhouses of the cell. But, let’s break that down a little. We get energy from the food we eat. That is…
Better Sleep for Those with Fibromyalgia
By Dr. David M. Brady and Danielle Moyer What would be the perfect storm for disrupted sleep? Probably some combination of widespread pain, abnormal pain perception, and heightened awareness and sensitivity to stimuli (touch, light, and sound),…
Long-Haul COVID Syndrome
By Dr. David M. Brady and Danielle Moyer It has been over a year since the COVID-19 virus unleashed a pandemic onto the world. We have witnessed the catastrophic effects of the virus on the individual, varying case-by-case. Some were…
How to Get the Best Bang from Exercise for the Investment in Time
By Dr. David M. Brady and Danielle Moyer Before performing any of the following physical exercises, please consult with your doctor about whether this is appropriate for you. Some of us have heard the saying “sitting is the new smoking.”…
Common Risk Factors Associated with Fibromyalgia
By Dr. David M. Brady and Danielle Moyer Fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) is hallmarked by complex symptoms and difficulty of diagnosis. Studies show that fibromyalgia is properly diagnosed in as low as 34% of cases, meaning that the other 66% were due…
Intermittent Fasting: What is it All About Anyway?
By Dr. David Brady Danielle Moyer Intermittent fasting has been happening long before it got the name “intermittent fasting”. For centuries, groups of people all over the globe have abstained from food for durations of time for cultural and…
Black Cumin: Tiny Seed, Big Potential
The kitchen spice rack sometimes proves as powerful as the bathroom medicine chest. From turmeric and ginger’s ability to modulate a healthy inflammatory response, to the antioxidant effects of rosemary and oregano, it’s a win-win when herbs and…
Flower Power
Valentine’s Day is one of the most popular days of the year for flower sales. Bouquets of roses, lilies, gerbera daisies, baby’s breath and more fly out of florists’ shops, bringing smiles and feelings of love and appreciation to their recipients.…
The Gift of Frankincense
Frankincense, also known as olibanum, is often referred to as the “king of oils” and its very name means “high quality incense.” Historically, it was deemed an exquisite gift, and is most often referenced when the biblical magi of the east offered…