Chronic Disease

Most people can picture the liver, roughly where it sits, and they might even know it has something to do with alcohol. Beyond that, the organ is strangely overlooked. The heart gets all the drama. The lungs get the imagery of breath and life. The brain receives reverence. The kidneys get their quiet respect once someone has been told their numbers are off. The liver, by contrast, tends to be treated like a background worker, a kind of internal utility that simply does its job until it doesn't.

Chronic lung disease is rarely dramatic at the beginning. It does not usually announce itself with a single moment of crisis or a clear dividing line between health and illness. Instead, it creeps into life quietly, reshaping ordinary moments long before it earns a formal name. A walk becomes slower. Stairs are taken one step at a time. Conversations pause so that breath can catch up with words. Sleep becomes lighter, more fragmented. The body adjusts long before the mind accepts that something fundamental has changed. For many people, the first signs are easy to explain away.

Chronic kidney disease (CKD) is a leading public health problem worldwide. It has been estimated to affect about 13.4% of the population. In the United States, about 40 million people suffer from CKD. But there are not many effective treatments for this disease. Yet, there are healthy remedies for kidney disease that are unknown to the people with CKD.

For decades, Dr. Jeffrey Bland has been on the cutting edge of Functional Medicine, which seeks to pinpoint and prevent the cause of illness, rather than treat its symptoms. Managing chronic diseases accounts for three quarters of our total healthcare costs, because we’re masking these...

Imani Perry’s Audible Original A Dangerously High Threshold for Pain tells the dramatic story of her ongoing struggle with lupus—an autoimmune disease that attacks multiple organ systems—and what we can all learn from those who are grappling with chronic illness. It’s a powerful and poetic story that evokes the works of Susan Sontag, Ta-Nehisi Coates, and Audre Lorde.

I contracted Lyme disease about 14 years ago. Six years later, it showed up as several physical problems during a stressful situation. Since I had no tick bite it was three more painful years before Lyme was even considered the problem. The purpose of this book is to alert you to the hidden epidemic of Lyme Disease and let you know whatever name they may put on your diagnosis, you can probably kick it out of your body for about $25.00. Almost no health problem is a death sentence. Just because you get sick doesn’t mean you have to die from it. If you are not rushed into deadly therapy by ...

Chronic Kidney Disease: Top 10 Crucial Facts by Dr. Renata Hensleigh is a clear, comprehensive guide to one of the most overlooked yet widespread health conditions of our time. CKD is a silent, progressive illness that often advances unnoticed until significant damage is done. Millions live with it without knowing—until symptoms emerge in its later stages, when treatment options are fewer and outcomes less favourable. Dr.

Are you sick, but can't find any answers why? Do you have a seemingly unconnected collection of symptoms that leave doctors guessing? Or have you been diagnosed, but found that none of the treatments seems to make a difference? You may have Lyme disease and not even know it. Known as "the great imitator", Lyme disease and its associated co-infections can mimic the symptoms of and often be misdiagnosed as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and even depression.

You may not know that you have Lyme. It can mimic every disease process, including Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, autoimmune conditions like MS, psychiatric conditions like depression and anxiety, and cause significant memory and concentration problems, mimicking early dementia. It is called the "Great Imitator," and inaccurate testing - combined with a fierce, ongoing debate that questions chronic infection - makes it difficult for sufferers to find effective care.

A landmark exploration of one of the most consequential and mysterious issues of our time: the rise of chronic illness and autoimmune diseases A silent epidemic of chronic illnesses afflicts tens of millions of Americans: these are diseases that are poorly understood, frequently marginalized...

In 2008 Dr. Afrin started coming to understand that a newly recognized type of mast cell disease, now called mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), was the underlying diagnosis in many patients he was seeing who were each suffering large assortments—quite different from one patient to the next—of chronic multisystem inflammatory illnesses of unclear cause.

Why are we seeing growing numbers of people suffering from debilitating chronic symptoms of pain, fatigue, inflammation, and cognitive impairment that medicine is failing to resolve? A new paradigm is needed where we understand the mind and body as an interconnected flowing system. This paradigm embraces the self-healing, self-correcting, and self-creating natures of our connected mind-body system.

Are you tired of chasing treatments that never last? Do your symptoms keep coming back despite ‘normal’ labs, strict protocols, and endless effort? This book reveals the hidden reason why recovery doesn’t last and shows you how to break the cycle for good. What sets Breaking Through Chronic Illness apart is Dr. Stein's gift for translating cutting-edge science into language everyone can understand. She writes with warmth and clarity, like a trusted guide walking alongside you. She doesn't just explain what's happening at the cellular level; she provides a roadmap that readers can ...

Healing the Gerson Way is written in an easy-to-understand style with step-by-step instructions for implementing the Gerson Therapy. While it is best known for its success in aiding people to heal many types of cancer, Gerson Therapy has an excellent track record in helping to overcome virtually all other degenerative and chronic diseases.

In this timely book, Steven Phillips, MD, and his former patient, Sony singer-songwriter Dana Parish, reveal striking evidence that a broad range of common infections, from COVID-19 to Lyme and many others, cause a variety of autoimmune, psychiatric, and chronic conditions. Chronic explores the science behind what makes them difficult to diagnose and treat, debunks widely held beliefs by doctors and patients alike, and provides solutions that empower sufferers to reclaim their lives.

Why do 60% of adults have chronic disease when we have more medicine than ever in history? The answer is not a failure of treatment. It is a failure of timing. Chronic disease does not begin with a diagnosis. It begins years — often decades — earlier, in a biological phase that conventional medicine has no framework for detecting: chronic low-grade inflammation that never resolves, mitochondria losing their ability to produce cellular energy, a gut barrier becoming permeable to bacterial toxins, a toxic burden accumulating faster than the body can clear it, and an immune system drifting...

Finding out she might have Chronic Kidney Disease sends the author reeling, asking herself “What is it and how did I get it?” In fact, those were the first questions she blurted out to her new family doctor. Keeping these two hard-working organs healthy – since they filter as many as 200 quarts of blood per day – becomes a top priority. As the author quickly learns, the problem isn’t restricted to reduced filtering capability; even a small decline in kidney function can double someone’s risk for cardiovascular problems. What Is It and How Did I Get It provides basic information ...

Is your home making you sick? Stop guessing, start testing, and begin healing with this science-backed roadmap. Are you dealing with persistent brain fog, mystery fatigue, or respiratory issues that doctors can’t seem to explain? You are not alone, and it’s not "all in your head." You need a plan that cuts through the fear and confusion. This audiobook is your plain-English guide to identifying the source of the problem, fixing your environment, and detoxing your body safely.

First published in April 2012, this is the thirteenth edition, released in August 2023, with the most up-to-date information available on Morgellons and other skin parasites. Morgellons and other itchy skin parasites can be a life-changing event that significantly impacts your well-being. What is Morgellons? While many experts suggest it's related to Lyme disease, fungal organisms, or even helminths, none of these fully explain it. Some outlandish claims even suggest it's a concrete-eating organism. Although the medical community still struggles to recognize and address these conditions, ...

Is Your Head Spinning Trying to Understand Kidney Disease? Look No Further! Kidney disease affects millions of people worldwide, yet it remains a condition that is not widely understood by many people, even those who live with it. “Understanding Kidney Disease: Your Top 50 Questions with Simple Answers," offers a comprehensive and accessible guide to help you navigate the complexities of kidney health. This book provides clear, straightforward answers to the most common questions about kidney disease, empowering you with the knowledge to take control of your kidney health. Inside this ...