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POTS and Your Period It’s that time again. Aunt Flo, an unwelcome friend, is in town. No, we aren’t talking about an actual person, a crazy auntie. We are talking about your monthly menstrual cycle; your period. Once a taboo topic,...
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Coconut Water vs. ORS What’s all the hype with coconut water? A few years ago it felt like all the shelves were being lined with brands that promoted the healing effects of coconut water. Today some brands still remain while...
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The Poor Man's Tilt Table Test You suspect that you may have a form of dysautonomia called POTS, or Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome. However, you haven’t been diagnosed with it officially. You’ve heard stories from other people talking about their...
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6 Things Spoonies Won’t Admit to Their Family and Friends Having a chronic illness is like carrying a 50lb bag everywhere you go. You feel tired, worn down, and you can’t concentrate on anything but the bag you're carrying. It’s...
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Valentine’s Day: 6 Gift Ideas for the Person With Dysautonomia When it comes to date night it can get dicey for someone with dysautonomia. With only a limited amount of spoons available in the day you may not have enough...
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