Can I get feedback about the book "From Fatigued to Fantastic"? Did the program work for anyone here? Did you go to one of Dr Teitlebaum's centers?

Mike

I've never read the book, but I've heard other good reports from members on the board. It would be worth looking into.

Blessings,
Kirstee

Hi Mike,

I like the Teitelbaum books, however there are so many treatment modalities mentioned that I personally use them as a reference rather than as a "do it all" sort of guide.

IMO there is a lot still unknown about Fibro/CFS, but the one likely upshot of research currently under way is that some day it will be understood that there can be a number of different CAUSES for the symptom set known as Fibro/CFS.

Conventional meds relieve symptoms but don't address causes. Alternative treatments more often address causes, but since there can be a variety of causes for the pain & fatigue, individual responses to supplements can vary.

I attended a lecture by Teitelbaum & am convinced that the FFC clinics he directs are more likely to be helpful for a fibro sufferer than an average GP or rheumy. But comments out there say that some of the centers have more satisfied customers than others. And there are a few exceptional GPs & rheumies out there who could be more helpful for a given individual than FFC. Also, some folks who do quite well with antidepressants & pain killers -- traditional meds.

I do know that the FFC approach uses a lot of diagnostics & is quite spendy compared to a GP visit. Insurance coverage can be an issue, and cost can be a barrier to full FFC participation.

I've found a considerable amount of helpful advice in the FFTF book, as well as in the newer one, Pain Free 1 - 2 - 3. But again, I pick & choose, trying one thing at a time.

Best wishes.

Thanks for the detailed reply, elmhar. Sounds like you have a good approach: trying one thing at a time, and not putting all faith in Teitelbaum. I found a local GP who was trained by Teitelbaum (or perhaps I shouldn't say "trained", but attended a level 1 seminar by him) and she says that she considers candida treatment and hormone balancing, so I think it's a good thing to try.

Thanks,
Mike