NECK ROLLER

A few weeks ago I bought a very special tool - the Neck massage roller. Really a bargain for around 7 euros? He came, I saw and was irritated. How the hell do I put these pliers on?

Actually, it worked quite simply. You just have to attach and align the side rollers. So I put these “neck pliers” around my neck (of course I saw them on Insta) and wasn’t at all impressed. Somehow the thing felt stiff and I didn't know what to do with it. Like many things, the massage aid ended up on the cupboard. With the other shopping corpses. A few days later I had severe shoulder/neck strain, which meant a lot of pain. My chest muscles, shoulder and neck muscles are a tense bundle and can no longer be saved.

DIGESTIVE FRIEND

Recently my sweetheart and I were in Hamburg on the Reeperbahn and after much deliberation we decided to eat at an Indian restaurant in the side street. Unfortunately, you are never allowed to bring your dog into Turkish restaurants and of course that is not possible. It's really unclear to me what problem the guys have with this topic. On the other hand, we would never have discovered this beautiful Indian restaurant otherwise!

In any case, we went to the “Mahajivan” (nearby sex cinema - we weren't there;) and our Labrador Paul was greeted more warmly than I had been for a long time. We chose the vegetarian menu and would do it again and again. The dishes came beautifully presented, with India-style warmers and completely enchanted us. The dessert was interesting. A mango drink served as a “short” and such strange, colorful stuff. What is that supposed to be? The Indian digestive friend! They were candied fennel seeds that were meant to be consumed after a meal. Put a few in your hand and get down with it!

The fennel (tastes like licorice and of course equally sweet due to the candied state) neutralizes bad breath and has a positive effect on digestion. It is known that fennel is also a proven home remedy for abdominal pain and cramp-like symptoms. My insider tip that I have to share with you! Under Digestive friend you can find the product and support me with this click! By the way, I'm currently nibbling this little tummy-friendly treat every day.

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VITALPILZE (BIOHACKING)

Since 2023, my best friends have been the little saints from Smaints (Smaints = small aints = the little saints). These are not mythical creatures but rather highly bioavailable medicinal mushrooms.

They belong neither in the category of edible mushrooms “a la champignon” nor in the drawer of “magical colleagues”. Although they can be described as extraordinary because they support me with my microbiome therapy (intestinal health) and help me through the day.

The brand's high-quality extracts have been with me every day for many months. There are coordinated mushroom compositions for every purpose, for example for brain power in the morning, as an immune booster, or for balancing. Let's not forget the part of the night, after all, many people like me struggle with extra-class restlessness at night.

The founders Maximilian and Christian have managed to bring high-quality medicinal mushrooms into everyday life with the Smaints product lines. The best thing for me: no capsules! Healthy people also benefit from their benefits. Biohacking involves taking advantage of the benefits of mushrooms and taking the appropriate components over 24 hours.

I personally start with the Pure Focus liquid extract in the morning, while I take my immune support (pure immune) at some point in the afternoon and then work with the balance extract in the afternoon. Later in the evening there is a TL Pure Night (Reishi & Hericicum) for a quieter night. By the way, you don't need more than one teaspoon of the highly concentrated extracts (through double extraction), because that corresponds to the mushroom power of 36 regular capsules.

Smaints is just Smaints and in my opinion has nothing to do with the commercially available medicinal mushroom offering. At @diepfeifferin on Instagram you can always find out the latest about the saints, because I'm a mushroom girl. Under SMAINTS Browse the range and deduct 5 percent from your shopping cart Discount code: diepfeifferin

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MIGRAINE MASK

Anyone who suffers from migraines needs some SOS helpers. My drawer is bulging and to be honest, it's a whole cupboard full of supplies.

After my Epstein-Barr disease caused migraines to creep up and stayed, which is why at some point (out of necessity) I became addicted to triptans. I didn't want to go through the hassle of having to "go through" an Ascotop every time in the long term. I rarely find the perfect time to take the medication anyway.

One of my standards when pressure arises in the head, no matter what form it takes, is of course darkness. We chronic migraine mice are all sensitive to light and have our emergency strategy when an attack is announced. Of course, with the hope that there would be no real pain experience and we could still avert the evil or control the migraine devil. Anyone who knows me knows that I used to have 20 migraine days at peak times of 30 days a month.

Migraine cold therapy vs. heat application

So far I've only used an ice pack, maybe my light silk sleeping mask, a scented pillow and I don't have to mention the blinds. Since my neck is currently the main trigger for migraines, I often lie in bed with a hedgehog ball. My tried and tested pain with pain therapy.

Thanks to Botox, I hardly have anything to worry about from the front, i.e. in the forehead area - paralyzed. But shoulder and neck connection. Ui Ui Ui is all I’m saying. I picked up shoulder-arm syndrome and the like from my active time as a nurse, but here's the worm inside is, then he crawls. Everything has gotten better overall, but when things get going, I now use a more comfortable self-help tool. I completely avoid emergency medication.

My migraine mask test winner

I love simple solutions and my current copy is my personal migraine mask test winner. This Migraine mask from Migree (click and save 10 percent in the shop with the usual Discount code: diepfeifferin ) can't slip, is made of soft nylon which I find super comfortable, doesn't take up much space, can be taken out anywhere on the train, car, plane, is really opaque, not expensive, can be used for cold and heat therapy and is my little big hit of 2023. I put them in the freezer for up to 20 minutes and can also warm them up briefly in the microwave.

The mask is available in many colors, it is very soft, fits me perfectly due to its shape, doesn't weigh me down and is definitely worth your own migraine mask test. I don't want to miss it anymore because I even had it with me on the train today!

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INFRARED MASSAGER BEURER MG70

This special one is still almost new Infrared massager Beurer MG70 for around 65 euros. A friend told me about it because I was urgently looking for some kind of handheld massager. This device is rather long overall and can be taken apart, leaving a part for the hand. Thanks to the loop you can use this like a shower sponge and it is not very heavy. The parts can be easily clicked on and apart.

Infrared massage refers to the infrared heating incorporated into the massage surface. Please don't wait for the red light. I always set the massager to M H (highest level) because I generally want the heat. Well, in the summer I would only use the medium level M because I'm probably already warm enough. It then works without heat, for people who don't always want that. There is another rotary switch built into the head to control the intensity of the massage.

Since I have already tested several such devices for wellness massage, I can confidently describe them as very useful. I already had various “heavyweights” in my hand, which can only be used with the help of my husband. That's very limiting, after all, my husband doesn't exactly have the desire or time to treat me every two days. That's why I finally wanted to find something halfway easy so that I can help myself and don't always have to ask.

By the way, you benefit from interchangeable attachments here. There is the soft attachment (see picture) and another nub attachment for massage. So far I prefer the smooth soft attachment, which is overall very comfortable. The Beurer MG70 infrared massager is very powerful at a high level. I like it “with double oomph”, even if it hurts me. This means my body feels more relaxed afterwards. If you need it “really easy”, you can set the appropriate level. This manual massager is suitable for everyone. It requires a power plug but is also easy to run yourself thanks to the long cable. Over time I've become so "beurerfied" - I still have this one new hairdryer ordered. :-)

B O T O X

Botulinum toxin (BTX) is a neurotoxic protein (discovered before 1822), which I have been having subcutaneously injected by a surgeon for over a year. I suffer from trigeminal neuralgia, facial pain, TMD and migraines.

For this reason, all areas of the forehead, frown lines and the dark circles under the eyes are treated with Botox. This ensures that I no longer responsive to light stimuli react. Previously I suffered from vampirism. This means that I was mostly in the dark and developed a fear of sunlight and other levels of brightness (even in winter). I didn't leave the house without sunglasses, although that's finally possible again today. However, the fear is still there.

My face no longer wrinkles and for this reason it cannot cause any further problems. For me a symptom therapy, which, in contrast to many medications, helps and can be carried out quickly. For just under 300 euros every four months, the Botox module is an integral part of my life. I pay for it out of my own pocket, but you can also go to the Botox clinic with your health insurance card. There you will then be asked for a 3-month pain calendar with the corresponding suffering content, as well as a referral, for example from a pain doctor. You should also be able to prove the fact that at least two therapies have failed. An extensive application is not necessary. By the way, the lifespan of the substance is individual. For me, four months turned out to be the end of therapy. Botox can last up to six months. How long Botox works depends on the individual.

The procedure hurts at the beginning. It was only after the second or third procedure that I got used to it, because the injection around the frown lines in particular really hurts. However, I am also very sensitive, logo. My trusted surgeon always pityingly pats away the tears that fall automatically and after five minutes the procedure is over anyway. Better that way than another terrible migraine attack. I used to have at least 20 migraine days per month. The other headaches and facial pain have hardly been an issue since then.

In combination with Topiramate for migraine prophylaxis (initially 100 mg daily, 50 mg in the morning and evening) I achieve the best results and can reduce topiramate again after almost a year. I haven't used acute medication at all since then. Triptans are no longer on my doctor's shopping list. They rarely helped me.

The idea for Botox came about when my late family doctor started treating me subcutaneously with a local anesthetic (similar). Unfortunately, this effect only lasted 40 minutes and I had to go to the practice every day. There are always pros and cons, but I have never been more grateful for therapy. The curtains have opened and I can look out the window again without fear or pain.

CHAGA - THE POWERFUL MUSHROOM

The Chaga mushroom is a very special tree fungus and grows on birch trees. You can't eat it, it's very hard and has to be cut off the tree. Its shape and color are special, dark to black and I admit it doesn't look very nice. But it has extraordinary properties: endless antioxidants.

Chaga has a real effect

Measured by the ORAC value (Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity), it is an antioxidant bomb that is second to none. Chaga has the highest ORAC value among foods. It is very valuable because it only grows slowly on the tree. I take a chunk of organic Chaga from the bag of Smaints (a chunk weighs around 10 grams) and boil it in about 1.5 liters of liquid (hot water extraction). The water must not boil to retain the nutrients. The process then takes at least two hours, the longer the better. Afterwards I receive organic chaga tea. If you only want to prepare one daily portion, simply take 5 mg of chaga in 500 ml of water.

Buy the best Chaga mushroom

The chunks come from wild collection in Finland and are ideal for this preparation. Chaga only grows above the Arctic Circle and should be harvested sustainably. A smaint bag full of chaga (organic raw food quality 1a) will last you a long time because you have a chunk brew several times can. I park the used mushroom in a bowl in the fridge and use it at least two more times. By the way, it tastes quite neutral, not like mushrooms, rather like little. I add a splash of fresh lemon juice to the cup. Despite the sober taste, the benefits of the medicinal mushroom are great. You can add maple syrup, honey, cinnamon or herbs as desired. I use this mushroomy friend during eating phases and also for therapeutic fasting. Preferably as a spa treatment lasting several months and then taking a break. Completely individual and as required.

The medicinal mushroom Chaga supports detoxification in the body and also boosts performance in the long term. In the far north it is called a power mushroom. It can support the organism in relieving chronic inflammation, it is being studied with regard to cancer prevention (betulinic acid), its triterpenes have a positive effect on the vagus nerve and, like all medicinal mushrooms, it can strengthen the immune system and support the liver in detoxification thanks to its bitter substances. A great Chaga nature boy. You can get it here "Smaints" and always save 5 percent on medicinal mushrooms with the discount code: diepfeifferin

MIKRON Ä HRSTOFFE

Anyone who is in the acute phase of Pfeiffer's disease understandably wants to recover quickly. The main things that help are a lot of sleep, a low-stimulus environment, avoiding physical stress and a lack of contact. Pfeiffer's glandular fever is contagious. Fever-reducing and pain-relieving medications are essential.

But what if you Chronic Pfeiffer's glandular fever drags with you? How do you help yourself then? Nobody wants to endure long-term consequences after an Epstein-Barr infection such as headaches, muscle problems, difficulty concentrating, etc. forever. As a result, you inevitably end up on the track of nutritional supplements, twisted sports and, if necessary, homeopathy. If nothing helps anymore - nothing helps.

Note: I support building up with the help of micronutrients if the organism really lacks them. That's why I think an extensive blood test is a MUST. First check the current condition before you spend money unnecessarily and end up negatively affecting your body (by accident). My nutritionist is my best advisor on this matter.

It's difficult with dietary supplements anyway. The pretty packaging shines at us from the drugstore shelves, in Insta advertising or pharmacies and tempts us to buy. Unfortunately, the authorities do not check them for safety and certainly not for effectiveness. You have to wander through the dense NEM jungle yourself and find the best companies.

Disclaimer: If you are not feeling well, please consult a trusted doctor and do not try to compensate for a poor lifestyle with nutritional supplements.

Which dietary supplements for Pfeiffer's glandular fever?

In my case - 9 years after infection - I still have to help myself every day. This is the status at the end of 2023. By clicking on the links you can support me and my site in the best possible way. As already mentioned, only conventional therapy with fever reducers and rest helps with acute Pfeiffer. In order to improve the ongoing state of my weakness, exhaustion and brain fog, I personally use the following NEM:

• Vitamin D3 1000 iU exclusively from PURE (Recommendation from my pharmacist) I'm currently taking 8000 iU total daily!
• Medicinal mushrooms
• high doses according to my own mycotherapy (Polyporus for hair, hedgehog beard for stomach/intestines, Reishi to relieve inflammation, Cordyceps to stimulate and against brain fog, Reishi in combination with Maitake for hormone balance, etc.)
• Dried mushrooms / medicinal mushrooms
• currently Shiitake (intestinal flora - increases lactobacteria), autumn trumpet (also called funeral trumpet, is not poisonous. Is picked during the days of remembrance), Judas ear (eyes). Also dried maitake (for my hormone balance)
• Vitamin B12
• liquid 115 ml bottle with pipette from VIMERGY USA approx. 86 euros a full pipette daily (paused - sufficiently set up) alternatively this is also possible
PURE B12
liquid as a savings tip!
• selenium
• 200 mcg daily of
PURE
• Omega 3
VEGAN NORSAN with algae oil
(Lemon flavor very fine) approx. 20 euros 100 ml one tbsp daily (still important for me). If you prefer to take capsules, you can
VEGAN NORSAN DOUBLE PACK CAPSULES
grab.
• Intestinal bacteria strains
• daily morning and evening depending on the situation. Currently still
Omnibiotic 10
during and after antibiotic therapy for Helicobacter Pylori infestation. Then again again
Symbioflor
.
• Bigaia
• a chewable tablet to eat (Lactobacillus reuteri). They support the natural process of digestion and taste like strawberries. By the way, my friend has also been taking it in the form of for the baby since her daughter was born
drops
.
• Q10
• The gold standard is one capsule a day (I just took a long break because I forgot to take it). The
Q10 from Pharma Nord
is important for me to strengthen my mitochondria.




Otherwise, I don't allow myself to be blinded by promotional superfoods (my local superfood is flaxseed meal) or by self-proclaimed gurus with no medical background. Every now and then I try something new, for example CBD oil, Manuka honey, fitness products and form my opinion on it. A lot of things fall through for me. I try to treat myself well first and foremost, which is why Nutrition, therapeutic fasting, exercise, relaxation and Drinking optimization are big topics for me that challenge me anew every day.

YOGA MAT WITH AUTOMATIC

As part of self-help, which is inevitably a top priority for me as a fibro patient, I have been using an automatic yoga mat for several years. I've wanted to introduce it here for so long because it's an absolute must-have. I already mentioned it above - I am "beurerfied" and this was my first product from the German brand.

You know it. Ignorant doctors and therapists say "do some yoga" - as if everything would be fine then? Especially since we advanced chronics can't even do foot care ourselves. Unfortunately I can't do it anymore because my hip muscles are completely blocked. How the hell am I supposed to hold a yoga position? Of course, only practice makes you a yoga master, and it's the same for others, but some things are really nonsense for the FMS faction.

Fibromyalgia and yoga

My husband gave me this for Christmas a few years ago "Electric yoga mat MG280" by Beurer. After some research and consultation, it is the best I can recommend. It costs around 240 euros and is worth every cent. I think every fibromyalgia patient needs exactly this aid with a prescription from the health insurance company, unfortunately you rarely get what you really need from them to become healthier.

Heat that is good for fibromyalgia

It has what others often don't have, a heat function and four great programs that automatically turn and turn you like a schnitzel. Give it a try but don't overdo it the first few times. I went through three programs straight away and the muscle soreness of death the following day(s) was not recommended. The exercises are extremely effective and the procedure corresponds to serious gymnastics. A real alternative for everyone who can't make it to the physiotherapist or who doesn't feel like doing physio anymore because no one can relax in 16 minutes, right?

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BREATHWORKING

Can you breathe? Certainly. But can you breathe well? My occupational therapist Bianca told me a long time ago that I was a shallow breather and that I didn't work my chest muscles enough. This is why this area is very neglected and very sensitive to pain. To improve the problem, it helps to place a very heavy object on your stomach in order to then feel the need to breathe “up there”. So it's a simple breathing exercise that I unfortunately practice far too rarely. Isn't it child's play? Why don't I do it more often? I really need to pull myself together.

Breathworking effect

By breathing more mindfully you can have many positive effects for your body and mind. Breathing better helps to heal, to balance internally, to see more clearly, to understand better, to significantly reduce stress levels, to reduce anxiety and to relax more. Breathworking, i.e. working with breathing, has been a topic in the biohacking scene for a long time and is currently extreme trending. I took a breathing course for the first time through the breathworker Kelly and took part in a “Breathwork” group lesson. I thought it would be rather boring, but that's not the case. The training was accompanied by appropriate music and became more intense and interesting with each song. During some passages, Kelly encourages you to breathe more and faster, but also deeper. This can trigger a lot and it is important that everyone breathes at their own pace. Breathwork is science in itself and you should find out more about it before you get started. There is also the term Rebirthing Breathwork , ever heard of it? It means the connection between inhaling and exhaling in this conscious form.

Breathwork tingles made to order

At the end of the breathwork exercise I felt refreshed and tired. You can book the breathwork training as a group ticket or individual lesson. Kelly joins us via Zoom from her home in the Azores and then we get started. By the way, you lie on the exercise mat in low light and with a light blanket and are therefore very comfortable. If you want to try it out, click here: Breathworking and save 10 percent with the discount code: diepfeifferin . You can use the code again and again! Maybe we'll see each other in the group, you have to experience it for yourself!

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FDM ERGOTHERAPY Bad Segeberg

I finally found the time and the opportunity to make an appointment with a new therapist. Good physiotherapeutic support is particularly important for chronically ill people like me. Therefore, I present them as my “tool”.

I've been doing physiotherapy for 100 years, off and on, with little success. If you feel an acute need, a quick appointment is not necessarily possible. Added to this is the exhaustion and the effort - for what feels like 16 minutes of use (on prescription). I have long since finished this type of 0/8/15 therapy, although I have also been approved for it outside of the norm. For treatments lasting less than 60 minutes, it's not worth taking off my clothes. It takes me a long time to get used to the situation and for the brittle muscles to even think about giving in.

At FEEL FREE Bianca Deffge I was hoping for one tailored to me holistic Treatment. Finally, I'm struggling again with my muscle stiffness, immobility and muscle fiber pain. The last 10-day fast wasn't long ago, but this time the body pain unfortunately came back quicker. I also had a fibro attack and couldn't turn my head at all, the pain shot up into my arm and lasted for weeks. This time I cried because of the pain. When I finally visited Bianca, I was still pretty restricted.

When I see a new therapist I always think, “Oh God, where does she want to start with me? I'm a bottomless pit of pain." The friendly FDM and occupational therapist knew what to do with me straight away and immediately gave me professional expertise. The trust on my part was immediate. Since we both knew it would be painful for me, my husband was allowed to stay there the whole time. As emotional support.

FDM therapy for fibromyalgia

FDM according to Typaldos – the patient is seen as an expert on his body. The FDM therapist is guided by his gestures and description in order to determine the distortion to be treated.

I booked 90 minutes straight away (45 to 60 minutes is usual) in order to address the problem with enough time. During this period, Bianca was able to resolve some sprains in the neck, neck and shoulder areas. In addition, my first two cervical vertebrae were completely blocked and had to be resuscitated. My whole head is a single tension, hence the accumulated problems. The tension in the muscles close to the spine was relieved with the help of

Osteopathy according to Jones

solved. Finally the reason for mine became clear

Forced to clear the throat

found. I thought I had a serious thyroid disease, but that's not the case. Cervical vertebrae near the endocrine gland were also “worked” and lo and behold: “My ability to clear my throat is 80 percent better.” Happy.

My husband also received a little instruction on how he can really help and “press” me in acute situations. Please don't bother anymore, darling, thank you. I was also shown three simple exercises to improve my awareness of the appropriate position, an exercise for diaphragm mobilization, and myofascial release exercises (eye movement). I do this (almost) every day.

Get rid of the compulsion to clear your throat

I had to FEEL FREE Bade Segeberg in my aids because it offers an indispensable, all-encompassing treatment that is second to none. After the Bianca special I was soon very tired, especially the loosening of the fascia on the right affected arm was wearing me down. She ran her finger through it, it felt like a scalpel. She also described it as a pseudo-surgical procedure. However, the Feel Free pain relief and the 120 euros (1.33 euros per minute) paid off. My acute problems were gone and the compulsion to clear my throat that I had endured for years (almost) vanished into thin air.

Thank you, finally something - something that helps!