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Komentáře • 243

  • @crookedrain771
    @crookedrain771 Před rokem +103

    Ssri is what caused my chronic fatigue symptoms

    • @Mandance
      @Mandance Před rokem +12

      Me too the first time

    • @draganalex9768
      @draganalex9768 Před rokem

      right they make me feel like im a drug addicted ... ssri ruin the gut bio and trick the brain that they produce more serotonin but insted they block the receptors

    • @98love7
      @98love7 Před 11 měsíci +11

      Same - never had fatigue issues until being on SSRIs. Now, still suffering with cfs like symptoms 3 yrs later

    • @iamnoob7593
      @iamnoob7593 Před 11 měsíci

      @@98love7 I have Gerd after taking ppi for 3 months and 3 weeks antibiotics , Developed CFS , Doctors are responsible for this.

    • @L37777
      @L37777 Před 10 měsíci

      same here from paroxetine

  • @Cliveowen879
    @Cliveowen879 Před rokem +72

    Not necessarily the best advice, SSRIs and SNRIs are known to trigger or worsen autonomic dysfunction (sometimes becoming POTS)

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem +15

      It’s not advice, just sharing my experience!

    • @pluviophile1988
      @pluviophile1988 Před 8 měsíci +1

      Everyone reacts differently

    • @seanm.collins9888
      @seanm.collins9888 Před 8 měsíci

      ​@@cfsrecoverywe know you just had some weakness in your mind Miguel. :)

    • @godloves9163
      @godloves9163 Před 8 měsíci +3

      That explains why my fatigue became worse even though anxiety was better. Made brain fog worse, gave me pots and triggered apnea and insomnia.

    • @Lizbeth36961
      @Lizbeth36961 Před 6 měsíci

      What’s POTS??

  • @MaryJosephrobi
    @MaryJosephrobi Před rokem +22

    Cfs has taught me to resolve my mental health issues. There is no quick cure or hacks. Just you and your mind

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem +8

      You're absolutely right - addressing mental health is a powerful step in the journey of healing. Your self-awareness and determination are truly inspiring. Keep focusing on your well-being, one step at a time! 🌟💪😊

    • @tomasposkocil3217
      @tomasposkocil3217 Před rokem

      Bs af. CFS is not about your mind. Do not spread bs, thank you.

    • @Soccercrazyigboman
      @Soccercrazyigboman Před 6 měsíci

      How did you resolve your mental issues?

    • @sebboistheword
      @sebboistheword Před 3 měsíci

      Unfortunately when you are very physically sick it becomes impossible.

  • @drealexatos3459
    @drealexatos3459 Před 18 dny

    The right supplements are truly a gamechanger. I would not be able to get through this without them. Not even close. I was totally depleted.

  • @Daxterous
    @Daxterous Před rokem +34

    I only take a Magnesium supplement (4 diff kinds of Mg in one) and it has helped reduce the intensity of anxiety & panic attacks, and made the symptoms more manageable.

    • @indiequa
      @indiequa Před rokem

      What brand do you take?

    • @tomasposkocil3217
      @tomasposkocil3217 Před rokem +5

      Now I take Dr. Mercola Magnesium L-Threonate and it is very good. It reduced my stress levels. I am looking for some other supplements. Can you recommend me some?

    • @Daxterous
      @Daxterous Před rokem

      @@indiequa I used to take "Natural Flow 4X Magnesium Supplement" off of Amazon :)

    • @godloves9163
      @godloves9163 Před 8 měsíci

      @@tomasposkocil3217anything else help?

    • @tanyawieczorek6603
      @tanyawieczorek6603 Před 4 měsíci

      Daxterous, what brand do you take, please?

  • @lupitacontreras9362
    @lupitacontreras9362 Před 11 měsíci +6

    I’m struggling so much I have school and work and chronic fatigue it sucks 😔😔😔I’m tired of it

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 11 měsíci +3

      It can be incredibly challenging to juggle school, work, and chronic fatigue. Remember to prioritize self-care and seek support when needed. You're stronger than you think, and I believe you can overcome this. Sending you a virtual hug 🤗 and the strength to persevere. 💪😊

    • @giftnwolisa2521
      @giftnwolisa2521 Před 11 měsíci +1

      Same man

    • @tanyawieczorek6603
      @tanyawieczorek6603 Před 4 měsíci

      How are you doing now?

  • @jewsusjewtube1880
    @jewsusjewtube1880 Před rokem +7

    removing aspartame, gluten, diary, sugar, energy drinks, processed food and increase liposomal vitamin c and using methylated b-vitamins helpt me.

  • @lizmonard
    @lizmonard Před rokem +9

    Btw, make sure you don’t have adhd, I was chronic fatigue 20 yrs before diagnosis, ssri’s helped me too, because they are useful for depression that goes hand in hand with cfs and or adhd.

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem

      👍

    • @pritamkumarbehera1294
      @pritamkumarbehera1294 Před rokem

      How are you now liz?

    • @aenera6555
      @aenera6555 Před 7 měsíci

      so did knowing you have ADHD help with CFS somehow?

    • @lizmonard
      @lizmonard Před 7 měsíci

      @@aenera6555 yes, turns out I probably don’t have cfs, or fibromyalgia.. my overwhelming and debilitating fatigue was likely the result of the stress of a long life of stress due to adhd. I was watching a video with a psychiatrist talking about cfs, and adhd, and something clicked, and the more I researched ( my son and siblings diagnosed long before this) the more I felt I was onto something.
      12 months of stimulants on.. I still get bouts of fatigue, but before I wouldn’t / couldn’t even make plans, because I just couldn’t move.. now I make plans without fear, knowing the fatigue is very bearable. I have started relearning every skill I’d ever learnt and forgotten, including basic organisation/ planning/ time management, am more motivated, and most importantly, no longer feel utterly useless and hopeless.

    • @lizmonard
      @lizmonard Před 7 měsíci +1

      @@pritamkumarbehera1294 Im Sorry, I never saw your comment till now. Doing 100% better, but still not fully functional.. after being unwell for so long, I’ve forgotten how to think! I’m relearning life, slowly, but have motivation, and hope.

  • @kyleday7135
    @kyleday7135 Před rokem +20

    Vitamin B12 shots (25,000 mcg) made me couch bound/bed bound and unable to talk to fully conversing again.

    • @kyleday7135
      @kyleday7135 Před rokem +4

      Also no longer bed bound, couch bound, or house bound anymore. But still difficulty driving and nervous system is whacked.

    • @kyleday7135
      @kyleday7135 Před rokem +1

      It’s the single most powerful thing I’ve took. Guanfacine also made me feel almost completely normal, but effects only lasted for about 3 weeks at a time (which was expected) and the rebound from when it stops working made me temporarily worse, so it wasn’t worth continuing to take.

    • @kyleday7135
      @kyleday7135 Před rokem +2

      That said, for those with ME/CFS and hyper POTS, guanfacine is good if you plan accordingly. But for me, the first few days results in somnolence (sleeping all the time and not being able to wake up). But the next 10 days after that are nice. Much more powerful than addictive anxiety medication.

    • @phillylarkin.s1930
      @phillylarkin.s1930 Před rokem

      I was the same I was spending thousands as soon as I started on SSRI,s I realised all the supplements were useless 🤸🙏🌅

    • @B3l0v3d05
      @B3l0v3d05 Před rokem

      @@kyleday7135 what is guanfacine ?

  • @jertho8482
    @jertho8482 Před rokem +1

    Thank you for your honesty- anti anxiety meds are helping me too, although I realise how much work I have to still put in.

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem +2

      You're welcome! It's great to hear that anti-anxiety medication is providing some relief for you. Remember, although medication can be a helpful tool in managing symptoms, but it's also important to combine it with other self-care practices and strategies to address the underlying causes of anxiety. Keep putting in the effort and exploring different approaches that work for you. You're on the right path, and with time and dedication, you can make progress in your journey towards better mental well-being. Keep up the good work!

  • @sekischro5093
    @sekischro5093 Před rokem +17

    hi, miguel. can u talk more about the severe brain fog? it feels like young onset dementia right now, been feeling like this for more than a year now. how long will the brain fog last? issues with memory, concentration, attention, logic. feels like my brain shut down and shrivelled up

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem +4

      Hi there, I actually made a video about this! Search up brain fog on my channel and you’ll see a video dedicated to it

    • @margottfon330
      @margottfon330 Před rokem +3

      My CFS .... decades of horror...brain fougue specifically.

    • @highdancereef
      @highdancereef Před 10 měsíci +3

      my two years of brain fog were the two worst years of my life. It will get better! I slowly 'trained' myself to walk for 20 seconds then sit. walk 20 sec, sit, close eyes, breath, repeat. next day 30 seconds. good luck

  • @nicktube3904
    @nicktube3904 Před rokem +14

    What about mushrooms like cordyceps, lion’s mane and reishi for example?

    • @tomasposkocil3217
      @tomasposkocil3217 Před rokem

      I do not think he knows these. They are also very expensive.

    • @TheLuminousOne
      @TheLuminousOne Před rokem +1

      i tried those - they did not work for me

    • @tomasposkocil3217
      @tomasposkocil3217 Před rokem +1

      @@TheLuminousOne can you name the exact brands od these products?

    • @TheLuminousOne
      @TheLuminousOne Před rokem

      @@tomasposkocil3217 Real Mushrooms: Lion's Mane. Cordyceps. Reishi. Did nothing for me.

    • @jackiesicilian5720
      @jackiesicilian5720 Před 8 měsíci +1

      Mushroom coffee has these, tastes great. Everyday dose is a good one.

  • @lizmonard
    @lizmonard Před rokem +5

    L tyrosine definitely helps me.

    • @jaromir3578
      @jaromir3578 Před rokem

      Hi how dose and type are you suplement?

  • @phillylarkin.s1930
    @phillylarkin.s1930 Před rokem +3

    I think your right .I've stopped taking anti depressants recently and totally crashed unable to get out of bed 😶‍🌫️🥴. Your totally right

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem +2

      You might have come off them too soon!

    • @paxtonjohnson3696
      @paxtonjohnson3696 Před rokem +2

      I’ve noticed something similar. I had been on an SSRIS for over 5 years for anxiety. I came off of it 4 months ago as it didn’t seem to be doing anything for the anxiety. I now have joint pain, muscle pain, brain fog and crazy body stiffness ever since. Hurts to walk at times.
      I’m now starting to wonder if maybe it wasn’t doing much for the anxiety, but was keeping my nervous system calm enough to prevent all this other pain.
      I’ve been to the doctors a few times now, have gotten blood work done and they haven’t found anything wrong.

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem +3

      @@paxtonjohnson3696 this is where you really have to implement the brain retraining for chronic pain exercise! I got super achy all over every time I would taper down my medication. I always thought I was getting sick because of the flu like symptoms, but after the third or fourth taper, it was pretty clear that at all I had to do was brain retrain and that would make the symptoms go away a lot faster

    • @godloves9163
      @godloves9163 Před 6 měsíci

      @@cfsrecoveryit’s hard to believe you can think your way to health. I try to be positive and it doesn’t do much.

  • @JoooKeeeRx
    @JoooKeeeRx Před rokem +4

    i took vitamin b 12 500mcg a day and now i have fatigue it stressed me complete out i was a other guy i was agressive fearless and now im the complete oppositw

    • @tanyawieczorek6603
      @tanyawieczorek6603 Před 4 měsíci

      Look into methylation pathways.. you probably need to take folate as well.
      How are you doing now?

  • @musicallife3981
    @musicallife3981 Před rokem +8

    Did you ever try theanine, gaba tryptophan or 2HTP? Curious.

  • @kellyparks9215
    @kellyparks9215 Před rokem

    Thanks for sharing this helpful information!

  • @joannebuttner
    @joannebuttner Před rokem +9

    I have long covid not CFS so it may be slightly different but there are some supplements that have definitely helped me.
    - a high dose of lipsomal turmeric
    - a high dose of fish oil
    Both of these are anti-inflammatories and have helped calm down high inflammation, joint/muscle pain and improved my speed of healing.
    Interestingly I have learnt that the high dose of fish oil I take is as effective as certain low dose pharmaceutical antidepressants - so worth a try if you don't want to go the drugs route for this.
    - a pre/probiotic and vitamin D
    Massively improved some histamine issues I was experiencing. Working on gut health in general for this reason.
    - ashwaganda, rhodiola, b vitamin complex
    - DIM
    Both of these are taken intermittently to help regulate my menstrual hormones. My symptoms used to be much worse in the lead up to my period but using these supplements has helped to even things out.
    I also took an antihistamine/anti-anxiety medication for more than a year which has helped and hindered me. It helped in the early days because it made me sleep and that made it easier to process what was happening to me. Coming off the medication has been a real bitch though. Rebound insomnia and rebound histamine issues... that I am still trying to solve.
    Above all of these the most effective intervention has been to reduce stress and go to therapy. I've processed a lot of old trauma and generally respond better to my crashes now. Also the obvious one - pacing and energy management.

    • @yhh850
      @yhh850 Před rokem

      Which medication?

    • @joannebuttner
      @joannebuttner Před rokem

      @yhh850 it was a prescribed antihistamine. Not recommended for long term use and I was on it for way too long which is part of why I became dependant on it. If you're having issues with sleep/anxiety I recommend discussing medication with your doctor.

    • @briechilli4496
      @briechilli4496 Před rokem +1

      What do you mean by high dose fish oil ? Omega 3 ? How much did you take please ?

    • @joannebuttner
      @joannebuttner Před rokem +2

      @briechilli4496 I take a fish oil supplement by Hey Nutrition. It contains 660mg EPA and 440mg DHA. I also eat oily fish regularly which increases my fish oil intake. I believe 600mg DHA was used in a study and found to be comparable with antidepressants. It was in a huberman podcast but unfortunately I can't remember which one right now. The interesting thing about it was that they also found regular antidepressants don't work if you don't have enough DHA in your system. So basically doctors should be prescribing fish oil before they even try antidepressants.

    • @briechilli4496
      @briechilli4496 Před rokem +3

      @@joannebuttner thankyou so much for your reply. I am dealing with long covid which left me chronically fatigued with debilitating anxiety and scary brain fog. I love Huberman. I will get the fish oil (DHA/EPA). Thank you again x

  • @Squids_Vlogs
    @Squids_Vlogs Před 9 měsíci

    I’ve been taking SSRI for over 10 years and every time I stop I have to deal with stuff like this, so I’m just gonna keep taking up with the rest of my life

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 9 měsíci

      To be honest it’s not my place to say because I don’t understand your exact situation and legally I can’t recommend you anything. I can only share what I’ve experienced. I would advise to reach out and discuss this with your doctor! Hope you understand 😊

  • @jimgrohn7726
    @jimgrohn7726 Před 19 dny

    Has anyone gotten long-term Covid fatigue after having a mild case of Covid? I think it attacked my nervous system and if so, has anything helped you with recovery?

  • @ginamartinez3954
    @ginamartinez3954 Před 7 měsíci +1

    So you never tried Low dose naltrexone?
    I started at 0.5 mg and I take power dust it’s like power mushrooms filled with antioxidants and I believe those are two things that got me recovered last time till like 80 to 90% better today I’m starting all over past three months feel like the beginning my first got sick again I’ve been in recovery for a year and a half and then all of a sudden boom because of all the stress Just wish I knew how to stop 12-14 hour sleeping fatigue?

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 7 měsíci

      Please watch this and hopefully it helps:
      czcams.com/video/aLiO9T0x3sc/video.htmlsi=TnfGjtVcMNtDpoLm

  • @sebboistheword
    @sebboistheword Před 3 měsíci

    For me: Valtex lessened the flu like symptoms, Cymbalta lessened the migraines. And then Ativan took away all the symptoms and I started to heal. Those two weeks of healing helped for months. However I still cannot find a doctor that will put me on Ativan for a short term stint like I was for those two weeks of being hospitalized. When on the Ativan I was well enough to do neural retraining, however I had not learned about that yet. Im still trying to get this help so I can be well enough to work on permanently calming my stuck flight or flight response. If you have recommendations of providers who understand and can help please share
    I'm willing to be committed to do this. I just need a place that will let me do the neural retraining.

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 2 měsíci

      Honestly, i can’t recommend a doctor in your area that could give you Ativan as I don’t know where you’re from and I’m also not a doctor.

  • @00BeesKnees00
    @00BeesKnees00 Před 9 měsíci

    Lexapro has helped me a lot. Too much of it worsens my fatigue and insomnia. I take very tiny amounts and it dampens the adrenaline and feelings of fear and doom. This along with seeing a therapist who taught me CBT and seeing life with a new perspective.

  • @rivkyw.9753
    @rivkyw.9753 Před 8 měsíci

    For me too, I can’t say any meds or supplements helped me.. as soon I started learning the art of pacing and following Irene Lyon course I started feeling much better and I’m seeing results slowly and steadily

  • @Zee1998-c4w
    @Zee1998-c4w Před rokem +4

    I am taking Mirtazapine; but it’s not SSRI, it is a tetracyclic antidepressant. I hope it helps me…

    • @navinyy
      @navinyy Před rokem +3

      It helps me so much with the sleeping issues! Good luck!

    • @hectorfran7
      @hectorfran7 Před rokem

      Hi Absul. How did it go for you with the Antidepressant. Have you noticed improvement in your day to day live and levels of energy?

    • @mariamwangara3786
      @mariamwangara3786 Před rokem +2

      I am on the same. It has really helped.

    • @justritasimi
      @justritasimi Před rokem

      Has anyone tried prozac? Thanks in advance..

    • @mike7920
      @mike7920 Před rokem +2

      Yes, helped me calm my nervous system

  • @kshiralk
    @kshiralk Před rokem +1

    How often did you take anti-anxiety medications? I have also noticed it dampens my stress response and make my symptoms a lot less intense but afraid to take it everyday

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem

      Here's a video I made about medications and supplements: czcams.com/video/aLiO9T0x3sc/video.html&list=PUh610cYKG5yfXlTT8Se97Vg

  • @imzadibeauty
    @imzadibeauty Před 4 měsíci

    The only thing that ever helped me function like others normally do was ephedra. Nothing else. Wish I could still use it. Used correctly it had no damaging results.

  • @xxOptimusxx
    @xxOptimusxx Před 2 měsíci

    As I was getting better taking Amitriptylin was key to full recovery.

  • @swyllie30
    @swyllie30 Před 10 měsíci +4

    Ssri’s can help. They are actually anti inflammatory. Virus’s cause inflammation.

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 10 měsíci +1

      I was given an SSRI after one month in the ICU when no other medication they tried was working. Then I was on it for the next two years!

    • @howtoskatewithanfour6889
      @howtoskatewithanfour6889 Před 9 měsíci

      @@cfsrecoverywhat medication did you try? And what dosage?

    • @godloves9163
      @godloves9163 Před 6 měsíci

      @@cfsrecoveryHow in the world did you end up in the ICU from this? That’s freaking me out…

  • @williamjamnik1385
    @williamjamnik1385 Před 2 měsíci

    @CFSrecovery were you able to stop the SSRI?

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 2 měsíci

      Please check these links. I hope they help!
      czcams.com/video/nWvsSpNqjjY/video.htmlsi=bS9ypTXpIGLDffcb
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  • @DonnaFerguson-bd8zn
    @DonnaFerguson-bd8zn Před 8 měsíci

    Thank you

  • @kellycobb5259
    @kellycobb5259 Před rokem +3

    How long did you take the SSRI for ? How were the side effects? Is there an SSRI that’s easier for people with CFS who are super sensitive to meds? Thank you .

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem

      Good question, to be honest it’s not my place to say because I don’t understand your exact situation and legally I can’t recommend you anything. I can only share what I’ve experienced. I would advise to reach out and discuss this with your doctor! Hope you understand

    • @christinavelazquez8931
      @christinavelazquez8931 Před rokem +4

      @@cfsrecovery what she is asking u is what is the name of the ssri medication! How do I know if what ur. Saying is truth or ru making fiction? I know ur not a doctor but what SSRI can work for others? I'm calling fraud and u just want to be vague and give people the runaround! 👎😡😤🤬

    • @davidkruse4030
      @davidkruse4030 Před rokem +2

      @@christinavelazquez8931 he is a grifter. This channel is for his coaching

    • @christinavelazquez8931
      @christinavelazquez8931 Před rokem +1

      @@davidkruse4030 doing a lot of praying have run out of options with doctors who tell me I should just learn to live with it! Going to a functional medicine doctor on Monday! 👏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏✌️💕

    • @e.williams13
      @e.williams13 Před rokem +3

      ​@@christinavelazquez8931 I was on an SSRI for awhile and it did help tremendously. I took fluoxetine 10 mg and Ativan 0.25mg as needed. The only reason I had to stop taking the fluoxetine was because it was interfering with my cardiac medication. I am thinking about taking it again and just taking it at different times. 😊 Hope this helps

  • @justritasimi
    @justritasimi Před rokem +3

    If you don't mind my asking and if not too personal, which ssri did you use ? Thanks in advance..I have good success with a low dose LDN but am considering a trial of prozac if my neurologist agrees.

  • @seattledutch
    @seattledutch Před 6 měsíci +1

    LDN?

    • @lovelymeidiland7803
      @lovelymeidiland7803 Před 6 měsíci

      I wondered about this too. If he tried it. It seems to help many!

    • @seattledutch
      @seattledutch Před 6 měsíci +1

      @lovelymeidiland7803 According to my LC clinic about 50% of their patients have a benefit from using LDN. I'm on it now. Too early to tell. A couple of weeks more and should know...

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 5 měsíci

      👍😊

  • @jessicanilsson5941
    @jessicanilsson5941 Před měsícem

    I cant handle medication because of sensitive nervoussysrem

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před měsícem

      I understand. May I ask what symptoms you may be struggling with ATM?

    • @jessicanilsson5941
      @jessicanilsson5941 Před měsícem

      @@cfsrecovery deep depression

  • @hannavandenheuvel6963
    @hannavandenheuvel6963 Před rokem +2

    If youre willing to share - are you still on your ssri? I am currently decreasing my dose and it's tough but powering through 💪

  • @pam12121
    @pam12121 Před rokem

    Just found you. Where to start? What do you recommend as a first step out of this condition? I'm on an ssri. Thank you for sharing your story and offering help.

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem

      Hey Pam! Welcome to our community of thrivers. The first step is to really understand what your exact diagnosis is to eliminate anything else. We've got lots of videos here (updated daily) about different aspects of CFS and how to overcome them. Also, if you'd like our step by step guidance to recovery, we have a program you can apply to here www.cfsrecovery.co/apply

  • @Bubblesandcandyfloss
    @Bubblesandcandyfloss Před 11 měsíci +1

    Me too !!! ❤

  • @Lilzvx
    @Lilzvx Před rokem +1

    Did you manage to come off SSRI meds? Many get on them just to discover they are much worse when stopping taking it..

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem +2

      I was given an SSRI after one month in the ICU when no other medication they tried was working. Then I was on it for the next two years!

  • @StarHarvestOfficial
    @StarHarvestOfficial Před rokem +8

    Creatine is the single supplement you can pry from my cold dead hands

    • @swyllie30
      @swyllie30 Před rokem +5

      100%! Creatine is like a light switch. Fixes the brain and energy.

    • @sarahrowley1413
      @sarahrowley1413 Před rokem +2

      What strength ? Helps with fatigue ?

    • @Candiedclouds
      @Candiedclouds Před rokem +1

      How do u take it?

    • @MrsBDatCreole
      @MrsBDatCreole Před rokem +1

      @@swyllie30how did you take yours?

    • @swyllie30
      @swyllie30 Před rokem

      @@MrsBDatCreole 5 grams twice per day

  • @beth4698
    @beth4698 Před rokem

    I took all those supplements and it never helped me. May I know how did you developed CFS? Do you have infections that were treated with antibiotics before or as a child? My CFS came after treating Lyme, gut, respiratory and bladder infections with various antibiotics. Thanks

    • @iamnoob7593
      @iamnoob7593 Před 11 měsíci

      After having multiple antibiotics when i had hpylori infection and gerd , I took lot of PPIs , I developed CFS .

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 2 měsíci

      Please check this link. I hope it helps!
      czcams.com/video/nWvsSpNqjjY/video.html

  • @johnframe1117
    @johnframe1117 Před rokem +1

    What about antihistamines?

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem

      There are many people who take antihistamines in a Recovery Jumpstart program, it seems like it doesn’t really provide a long term fix though. The people we work with end up cycling off it eventually, and continue to recover!

    • @johnframe1117
      @johnframe1117 Před rokem

      @@cfsrecovery thats great to know, thanks Miguel!

    • @iamnoob7593
      @iamnoob7593 Před 11 měsíci

      @@cfsrecovery Ur right , I was taking Anti vertigo medication , It works for a while almost 95% , and CFS comes back after u stop the medication within a month. Its important to fix the root issue.

  • @nopretribrapture2318
    @nopretribrapture2318 Před rokem +4

    im bed bound! got fibromyalgia and cfs, hypothyroidism etc😭

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 5 měsíci

      Please watch this and hopefully, it helps: czcams.com/video/nWvsSpNqjjY/video.htmlsi=WTq4GbozDU9SbA7n

  • @mariegracebrabandt8028
    @mariegracebrabandt8028 Před 10 měsíci

    Miguel, is it ok to use my Lorazapam as I start your program? Because everything is very stimulating. Then, as I go along, I will be able to go down less and less.

  • @Amber-kp8wl
    @Amber-kp8wl Před 3 měsíci

    What did you take?

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 3 měsíci

      Please check these links. I hope they help!
      czcams.com/video/UT4KA-tfmHI/video.htmlsi=7CPPed9aS3vUiZIq
      czcams.com/video/aLiO9T0x3sc/video.htmlsi=HJ0TnOmYUrZxGnmF

  • @shaggynoobdaha1072
    @shaggynoobdaha1072 Před 6 měsíci

    Visual snow medications?

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 5 měsíci

      Good question, to be honest it’s not my place to say because I don’t understand your exact situation and legally I can’t recommend you anything. I can only share what I’ve experienced. I would advise to reach out and discuss this with your doctor! Hope you understand.

  • @t2tmedia933
    @t2tmedia933 Před rokem +1

    antidepressants and anti anxiety tablets makes a good start to recover journey
    i was prescribed with those medications when i was diagnosed with cfs

    • @aj9706
      @aj9706 Před 10 měsíci

      My neurologist gave Omega3,Vit E,Coq10 and anti depressant

    • @t2tmedia933
      @t2tmedia933 Před 10 měsíci

      @@aj9706 food supplements are waste of time...

  • @Alexxx20003
    @Alexxx20003 Před 8 měsíci

    Is having a low heart rate around 60 bpm a cause of chronic fatigue syndrome ?

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 8 měsíci

      You can check this video out: czcams.com/video/LEuRttmFwGo/video.htmlsi=j2CmsciVqtSg3qzc

  • @iason07
    @iason07 Před 10 měsíci

    i have the same experience, lorazepam really helped me be able to exert myself more without crashing due to it basically desensitizing what was an already over sensitized nervous system that would just over respond to everything. Also ritalin helps a lot with certain crashes where i feel really mentally drained, unable to concentrate on anything which usually happens after a post exersion malaise crash, its not because its a stimulant, its because my dopamine levels just hit the floor and it levels them out (if you get the dose right). I was never adviced to take these but I asked thinking it could help and it helped way more than i could have expected and neuropsychiatrists etc ive seen since agree with it, so if youre having similar symptoms could be something to think about just be extremely careful with benzo dosages over a long period. I stick to strickly 2mg/day max but usually only half that for lorazepam, can get extremely dangerous if you keep increasing over time

  • @MattiasVural
    @MattiasVural Před rokem

    Question: did you use SSRI during a period before you were diagnosed with CFS?

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem

      I was given an SSRI after one month in the ICU when no other medication they tried was working. Then I was on it for the next two years!

    • @joyadam5039
      @joyadam5039 Před 11 měsíci

      @@cfsrecoverywas it easy coming off of the SSRI and did you get any lasting symptoms like withdrawal symptoms? Been considering them but I read horror stories of withdrawal and things like that which made me question them. I’m sure it’s not like this for everyone so been trying to get as much info as I can from as many people who have been on them. TIA

    • @Milan.08
      @Milan.08 Před 8 měsíci

      @@joyadam5039he is still on ssri I guess

  • @SapphirePanorama
    @SapphirePanorama Před 7 měsíci

    Ssris and other meds haven't helped me any and some made things definitely worse 😔

  • @aneeshfroome4464
    @aneeshfroome4464 Před rokem +2

    Facts - I've tried pretty much all the supplements people recommend nd they all seem to be snakeoil

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem

      Pretty much the exact case for me too!

  • @danh5637
    @danh5637 Před 9 měsíci

    Food based magnesium helped a lot. Maybe it’s just me.

  • @aaroncarter6735
    @aaroncarter6735 Před 3 měsíci

    Vitamin d with a high dose of vitamin k seems to be working.

  • @DP-wk9qs
    @DP-wk9qs Před 7 měsíci

    I did see some benefits of b complex and vit D, Rhodiola rosea suprised me a lot, it helped me the most out of all supplements. Helped me enough to calm down a bit and use my mind afterwards to recover, I'm almost entirely recovered after 10 years of struggling

  • @5000NATE
    @5000NATE Před rokem

    I heard that some doctors prescribe Adderall and Vyvanse attention deficit disorder medications for chronic fatigue syndrome did you drink coffee?

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem +2

      Good question, to be honest it’s not my place to say because I don’t understand your exact situation and legally I can’t recommend you anything. I can only share what I’ve experienced. I would advise to reach out and discuss this with your doctor! Hope you understand

    • @phillylarkin.s1930
      @phillylarkin.s1930 Před rokem

      I tried this.y body was still so tied but my mind was wired 🥳🧟💨..it's not good

    • @tomasposkocil3217
      @tomasposkocil3217 Před rokem

      Any stimulant taken by patient with CFS will destroy them.

  • @Candiedclouds
    @Candiedclouds Před rokem

    Can a person recover without ssri’s or anti anxiety meds?

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem +1

      Many chronic fatigue patients rely too much on medication and this can throw their nervous system off balance.
      You can check this video out to know more about what what medications and supplements can do: czcams.com/video/aLiO9T0x3sc/video.html

  • @Mandance
    @Mandance Před rokem

    Do you still take drugs or did you get off those?

  • @brentonwolf
    @brentonwolf Před 8 měsíci +1

    Anyone have experience augmented NAC. Seems to be helping detox from spike protein for me tho may have caused a massive flair up that has subsided now. Smell and taste issues for over 2 years. The excruciating nausea and fatigue has mostly passed. Also benfotiamine, Berbine and nattokinasse seems to have definitely helped
    Along with c60 for spike proteins and methylene blue for mitochondria. Bio weapons are a bitch ❤

  • @debramartin9396
    @debramartin9396 Před 10 měsíci +1

    I feel completely weak and fatigued while standing. I also feel sick to my stomach

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 10 měsíci +1

      This is very common, nothing to worry about. It's one of those many symptoms that you throw under the umbrella of "hypersensitive nervous system issue"
      As long as you don't mentally panic it'll just go away and pop up here and there.
      Have a look at these videos to get a better understanding of what's going on and how the body is trying to recalibrate itself.
      czcams.com/video/Z5Bd6uM_oWE/video.html
      Also, here's a playlist I created that will help you deal with symptoms if you're looking for more info on specifics: czcams.com/play/PLJT8-UVmfsmKHgGkCQPKkmHgZL11LqvJa.html

  • @maggiequinn8087
    @maggiequinn8087 Před rokem +2

    Thanks a million for your honesty 🙏 I'm with you all the way on this 👍 Please don't read or reply to the brainless people on here with their stupid comments 🙄😁

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem +2

      You're so welcome! 🤗 Your support means a lot! Let's focus on the positive vibes! ✨👏

  • @AliSaleh-mz9bv
    @AliSaleh-mz9bv Před 2 měsíci

    There’s always an underlying cause for chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia no way is it mental I’ve had it for 10 years it all started when I had h.pylori I don’t have it anymore but that was definitely the cause I’m going to try a functional medicine doctor and see where I get to

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 2 měsíci

      Good for you 😁

    • @plum_colored_dahlia
      @plum_colored_dahlia Před měsícem

      I saw a functional medicine doctor who found a toxic mold issue which makes it difficult to heal from other chronic fatigue issues until that’s cleared. Likely it’s one of the first things they will aim to rule out for you. There’s a test you can take, a way to sample your home for mold spores and a dna marker that they can correlate to individuals who have a more difficult time detoxifying and clearing the mold. It took a year of treatment and a treatment of our home but the mold is gone. Still moderate to severe chronic fatigue home bound except for trips to doctors and church every so often. They should also check for Lyme disease. They may do one at a time and if so my practitioner told me mold first as the other treatments don’t stick if that is not done. It’s too much for the immune system to battle side by side.

    • @AliSaleh-mz9bv
      @AliSaleh-mz9bv Před měsícem

      @@plum_colored_dahlia I feel my issue is a guy bacterial one but I have no idea where to start i feel I’m not digesting my food properly or all comes out in my stool the colours are weird I’ve had blood tests a endoscopy stool test nothing comes up

  • @sana-cm7oc
    @sana-cm7oc Před 6 měsíci

    This is not good advice. You tried conventional treatments. You neglected nootropics. You sound like you needed help with acetylcholine.

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před 6 měsíci

      I recovered tho?

    • @sana-cm7oc
      @sana-cm7oc Před 6 měsíci

      @@cfsrecovery I am glad you did. However, it is possible to increase acetylcholine and decrease anxiety without SSRIs. The side effects of SSRIs can be difficult for many people. I am glad your worked.

  • @docjnsn73a
    @docjnsn73a Před rokem

    That's funny an SSRI and an anti-anxiety drug (clonazepam) put me into a manic state which I'm lucky to have survived.
    Take the side effects seriously and make sure the people around you are educated as well because by the time I was experiencing the side effects I was too delusional to recognize that it was caused by the medication

    • @cfsrecovery
      @cfsrecovery  Před rokem

      Thank you for sharing your insight 🙂

  • @oldmedstudent1750
    @oldmedstudent1750 Před rokem +2

    lol prolly just depressed then

    • @sekischro5093
      @sekischro5093 Před rokem +3

      thats so wrong..

    • @charliegordon2266
      @charliegordon2266 Před rokem +6

      Right. This guy claimed he had bad me/cfs and pots and had a video about "curing" it. Then when people in the comments questioned things he was like i never said that is whati had only symptoms of it. He had burnout and depression not me/cfs. If he really dod and knew the hell people are going through rhen he would do anything to help people for free especially since we have no money. Instead he charges ridiculous amounts of money and profits of people and they still don't recover. If it was as easy as this guy claims i think that doctors would have figured out the crap by now.

    • @maggiequinn8087
      @maggiequinn8087 Před rokem

      You seriously need to filter what comes into your head and out off your mouth, ever heard the term " Empty vessels make more noise " Maybe go do some serious research on ME/ CFS. This guy is doing his best to help people like me, and thousands of others. You should hang your head in shame for your stupid comment....

    • @trmp9923
      @trmp9923 Před rokem +1

      Lol seriously there are clinical findings, for example my potassium is always low and I have heart arrhythmias that can be seen during an EKG

    • @beth4698
      @beth4698 Před 11 měsíci

      @@charliegordon2266I have true CFS/ME, so there’s no treatment yet though there is a research in UK due to long Covid.?