The CIRS and Candida connection I think every chronic fatigue patient I've seen at the clinic has previously had a diagnosis of candida overgrowth. It's often the first line of therapy for fatigue in the natural health world. There is a lot of overlap between CIRS and candida symptoms. But the similarities stop there. The causes of CIRS and … [Read more...]
Do natural treatments work on CIRS? The debate between natural treatments and pharmaceuticals is ongoing. While pharmaceuticals have absolutely changed modern medicine and saved countless lives, there is a growing recognition of the unique advantages offered by natural remedies. Natural remedies, derived from plants, herbs, and other natural … [Read more...]
What is long covid? More than three years after the initial report of COVID-19, an unexpected health condition known as long covid affects up to 50% of people who had covid (1). These covid long haulers experience a wide range of symptoms, including: Chronic fatigue Headaches Shortness of breath Loss of or distorted sense of smell Muscle … [Read more...]
Expert Recap: What is the CIRS Treatment Protocol? The only scientifically proven CIRS treatment is called the Shoemaker Protocol. When followed correctly, this 12 step treatment for CIRS has repeatedly proven to work. What is the CIRS Treatment Protocol? Dr. Shoemaker’s Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS) treatment protocol is the … [Read more...]
Can Mold Cause Headaches and Migraines? What the Research Actually Shows Every test came back normal. MRI: normal. Blood pressure: normal. Allergy panel: a few mild sensitivities to dust, nothing dramatic. Pam's neurologist had settled on chronic tension headaches as a diagnosis. She recommended Pam focus on stress management strategies and to … [Read more...]
What is the best way to treat mold toxicity? The Shoemaker protocol. It was designed and developed by Dr. Ritchie Shoemaker - arguably the world's leading expert on mold sickness and CIRS treatment (chronic inflammatory response syndrome). It is an evidence-based, scientifically proven method to treat mold toxicity. The Shoemaker Protocol has … [Read more...]
Do you have symptoms of CIRS? If you experience strange symptoms - like those found in fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome - you may be suffering from mold sickness. To find out if you have symptoms of mold sickness you can take the questionnaire below. It is the initial screening form I use to help diagnose toxic mold illness. It was … [Read more...]
Genetics, the mono virus, gut bacteria, and even hormones have all been blamed for chronic fatigue. But what if we are getting too specific? Maybe the root cause of fatigue is something more generalized. I believe chronic fatigue is a consequence of inflammation. Out of control inflammation that affects multiple body systems. The last time … [Read more...]