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Health & Nutrition Club
for people with ME/CFS, Long Covid and Fibromyalgia


Immunity and Inflammation
Inflammation and oxidative stress (OS) play a major role in ME/CFS, Long covid and fibromyalgia. Here we provide resources on reducing inflammation and OS, plus coping with conditions such as histamine intolerance, MCAS and food sensitivities.


Long COVID, gut health, and immunity: understanding the connection and how nutrition can help
Research shows that the gut plays a central role in both the persistence of symptoms and recovery in Long Covid. Recent research highlights how chronic inflammation and gut dysbiosis — an imbalance of gut microbes — contribute to Long COVID’s systemic effects. Fortunately, evidence also suggests that targeted dietary strategies may help to restore gut balance and strengthen immune resilience.

Isabel Hemmings
Oct 245 min read


Vitamin D for immune health: key nutrients to boost immune health in ME/CFS and Long Covid
When you have ME/CFS, Long Covid or Fibromyalgia, your immune function is compromised, a feature of these conditions. However, you can take action to support your immune system and there are practical steps you can take to make your immune function as strong as possible. If you are deficient in Vitamin D this is likely to further weaken your immune health, so addressing deficiency is key. We also recommend you consider vitamin c and zinc to boost your immune health.

Isabel Hemmings
Oct 87 min read


Why we should celebrate the findings of the DecodeME genetic study
A landmark genetic study brings new hope for the ME/CFS community. The groundbreaking DecodeME project, the largest of its kind in the world, has successfully identified the first robust genetic links to myalgic encephalomyelitis, providing long-awaited scientific validation that this devastating illness is rooted in biology.

Isabel Hemmings
Sep 74 min read


Circadian Rhythms and Sleep
Sleep and Circadian Rhythm disruption are very common in ME/CFS, Long Covid and Fibromyalgia. Circadian rhythms — the body's internal 24-hour clock — play a vital role in regulating sleep, metabolism, hormone release, and digestion. When disrupted, they can significantly affect health, particularly people with ME/CFS, Long Covid and Fibromyalgia, where sleep disturbances and fatigue are common.

Isabel Hemmings
Jul 176 min read


Understanding MCAS in ME/CFS, Long COVID, and Fibromyalgia: A Guide for Patients
Explore the complexities of MCAS in ME/CFS, Long COVID, and Fibromyalgia. Discover how MCAS impacts these conditions and find relief strategies.
Sue Wharton
Jun 33 min read


Histamine Intolerance in ME/CFS, Long COVID, and Fibromyalgia: A Hidden Link in Chronic Illness
Discover the hidden link between histamine intolerance and chronic illnesses like ME/CFS, Long COVID, and fibromyalgia. Learn how histamine impacts symptoms.
Sue Wharton
Jun 34 min read


The role of oxidative stress in ME/CFS and Long Covid
Discover how oxidative stress in ME/CFS and Long Covid affects energy production and symptoms. Learn strategies to reduce oxidative stress effectively.

Isabel Hemmings
May 294 min read


Immune system dysfunction in ME/CFS and Long Covid
Explore immune system dysfunction in ME/CFS and Long Covid: what we know and how nutrition can help manage symptoms. Learn more now!

Isabel Hemmings
May 274 min read


What is an anti-Inflammatory diet and how can it help?
Chronic inflammation is a hidden contributor to many modern health conditions. Inflammation is a natural and necessary part of the immune response, however problems arise when it continues long-term. This low-level, ongoing immune activation can gradually damage tissues and organs, contributing to fatigue, joint pain and many aspects of health. Here we describe what is meant by an anti-inflammatory diet, which foods to choose, and which to avoid

Isabel Hemmings
May 273 min read


Nutrition to support immune health
Research continues to show that what we eat directly impacts how our immune system functions. This is particularly important for people with ME/CFS and Long Covid as immune health has been shown by research to be affected in these conditions.
Here we look at the key nutrients that are important for immune health and steps you can take to strengthen this aspect of health.

Isabel Hemmings
May 264 min read


The Anti-Inflammatory Diet: A Practical Guide for Managing CFS, Long COVID, and Fibromyalgia
Discover the power of the anti-inflammatory diet for managing CFS, Long COVID, and fibromyalgia. Learn how an anti-inflammatory approach can ease symptoms.
Sue Wharton
May 164 min read


Fructose and oxidative stress
Fructose is a sugar found in fruit and honey and also in some processed foods and sweetened drinks like coke. It sounds harmless, but eating too much fructose can be damaging, particularly in conditions like ME/CFS, Long Covid and Fibromyalgia.
Unlike glucose, fructose is absorbed in the liver and the particular way it is metabolised leads to mitochondrial stress, fat accumulation, inflammation and reduced energy levels.

Isabel Hemmings
May 154 min read
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