A healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is not about making those changes to your life you were told where good for you, but you really don’t want to make.
It’s about listening to your body. Because, when you listen carefully, your body will tell you exactly what it needs. And the best thing is it will only show you the things that genuinely bring you joy. Foods that taste good. Exercises that are fun.
A healthy lifestyle
A healthy lifestyle is not about making those changes to your life you were told where good for you, but you really don’t want to make.
It’s about listening to your body. Because, when you listen carefully, your body will tell you exactly what it needs. And the best thing is it will only show you the things that genuinely bring you joy. Foods that taste good. Exercises that are fun.
I found that many of my fibromyalgia patients showed signs of toxic overload., especially in the nervous and digestive systems. Research and clinical observation show that mycotoxins, chemicals, and heavy metals are the main culprits.
Instead of harsh or complicated cleanses, my approach is gentle and practical, focusing on supporting the nervous system and helping the body reset. We start with small changes in your home, your sleep, and your daily routines and then move on to natural remedies that can lighten the toxic load and support healing. Read more.
Getting a good night’s rest is very, very, very, very important for your health. I used to be a poor sleeper, and rarely woke up feeling refreshed, so, I put a whole lot of effort into finding ways to sleep better. And all I can say, is that proper restorative sleep can really change your life for the better. You will have more energy, your body will detox more effectively, your mind will function better, and you will be happier.
There are effective natural ways to sleep better, and it begins, not when you go to bed at night, but when you wake up in the morning.
The reason I like to start treatment for most of my clients with sleep is because it involves setting up a schedule, and all the other aspects of your health routine are dictated by your sleep/wake schedule. Also, if you don't sleep well you won't have energy, and if you don't have energy you won't be able to do other lifestyle activities as well as you could. Read more.
Over the years, I've experimented with many types of diets for myself and my patients. I've tried raw vegetarian, carnivore, and everything else in between. In the end, I found that the best approach for people with fibromyalgia is joyful eating. That is, you become consciously aware of what your body is telling you it needs.
So, instead of giving you many dietary rules, which I know you'll end up not following, I teach you how to listen to your body. Of course, you can't jump from not listening to your body to being an expert at it, so we do it in small steps. Read more.
Most exercise programs are too intense for people with fibromyalgia. Instead of helping, they can lead to rebound pain and setbacks. That’s why movement has to be gentle, gradual, and customized to your body type, energy level, and current capacity.
I’ve developed a step-by-step program that starts light and builds slowly, slowly, slowly. There is no rush. The goal isn’t to push, it’s to reconnect with your body in a way that feels good. Read more.
Modern science is discovering what many of us have long felt intuitively: spending time in nature can nourish your mental health, reduce stress, sharpen your focus, and boost your overall well-being. From a quiet walk in the park to a weekend hike in the woods, connecting with the nature offers gentle yet powerful benefits, backed by growing research. Read more.
I’m Dr. Rodger Douglas, a homeopath with a background in psychology and a Doctor of Medical Heilkunst from the Hahnemann College of Heilkunst. I specialize in working with fibromyalgia patients worldwide, offering consultations online from my base in Osaka, Japan. As a member of the International Heilkunst Association (IHA), I bring professional training and global experience to every client.
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