2020-11-21 15:00
Not sure what to get your loved one for the holidays? Looking for something a little more personalized? Let your loved ones know you really care by giving them the gift of better health, add… Read More
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Looking for better symptom control and more stable health overall? Come to the Zebra Pit! We specialize in health and wellness information for people who live with rare conditions including but not limited to Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes and HSD, ME/CFS, Fibromyalgia, POTS, MCAS, Dystonia, Chiari, CRPS, autoimmune disorders and more.
2020-11-11 16:00
In this post we review an affordable, medical grade purifier and discuss why these purifiers do more to protect the health of your loved ones and you, particularly if they have a respiratory… Read More
2020-10-26 16:00
Given that I spent most of the last 10 months in my bed, I thought it would be a great time to talk about the essential items every bedbound person needs and what we must have if we're going… Read More
2020-10-17 14:00
Anxiety, depression and other issues of mental health can seem insurmountable. That's because they are often caused by or trigger key deficiencies in the chemicals responsible for our mood a… Read More
2020-10-12 16:00
Cabeau is a young company born of the founder's desire to make travel comfortable as a 6'8" basketball player; not an easy feat, I can imagine! He founded the company in 2009, beginning with… Read More
2020-09-29 15:45
If you're already a CBD user, you probably already understand the benefits of taking CBD oil for your chronic illness. Not only can it reduce pain and inflammation, it can help quell anxiety… Read More
2020-09-07 15:52
The symptoms began 4 days before my 48th birthday. Like so many, at first, I thought it was a reaction to pollen, arriving with the volatile weather and fragile greens trumpeting winter&rsqu&hell…Read More
2020-07-21 16:00
The benefits of movement on hypermobility are many, including decreased pain, greater stability in our joints and our movements, improved posture, a reduction in dislocations and so much mor… Read More
2020-07-13 13:31
I've heard for sometime that air purifiers can help improve airborne allergies and asthma, but I'd never experienced one personally and was concerned about spending so much money without hav… Read More
2020-07-06 15:45
It's been a while since I stopped in just to say, "hey, how's life going for you? Here's what's happening with me." Mostly that's because my symptoms have been limiting the amount of time an… Read More
2020-06-24 14:06
Exercise is essential for the healthiest body possible with EDS, but not all exercise is right for the condition. Find out what exercise works and how to do them safely in this post Read More
2020-06-22 15:00
I thought it would do me and my readers some good to concentrate on something that has gone right in my health; the improvement of my gastrointestinal symptoms from delayed gastric emptying… Read More
2020-06-17 14:38
All the resources that have helped me most in getting to know my fascia and best practices for fasciablasting Read More
2020-06-08 17:15
I recently decided to pull the stats I have available on the products we've reviewed to see what people are most interested in. It helps to know where to focus my efforts so I know we're pro… Read More
2020-06-01 15:00
There's an understanding in our society, both spoken and unspoken that places the worth of an individual on what they can accomplish. When your health deteriorates to the point that you can… Read More
2020-05-27 16:00
In order to help you identify the type of head pain you're experiencing, here's a few tips for identifying and treating them based on my own experiences. Remember, every patient can be diffe… Read More
2020-05-11 16:00
5 crazy cat videos to distract you from everyday life. These adorable kitties will warm the heart, tickle the funny bone and leave you wanting more Read More
2020-04-13 16:00
Forget the Better Homes and Gardens version of focusing on making your space inviting to others. This redecorating needs to be all about you. Who cares what Aunt Helen thinks Read More
2020-03-09 16:00
After taking time away for work and family, Michelle's ready to return. Find out how things will be changing and what plans she has now that the Zebra Pit has risen from the ashes Read More
2019-12-30 19:29
Dear Friend and Reader, It’s been a great four years working on The Zebra Pit and I am so grateful for all of your support and encouragement you’ve offered along the way. It&rsqu&hell…Read More
2019-12-25 17:45
Wishing everyone a little Christmas
Magic of their own. Thanks to Lady Pamela for this holiday poetry! Read More
2019-12-23 16:45
Once upon a time, it was so hard for me to get numb, they would use four times the regular dose of lidocaine. Even with this He-Man sized dose, it would take me twice as long to get numb. On… Read More
2019-12-18 16:45
Five shows to binge watch when you've run out of spoons to give Read More
2019-12-02 16:49
People with hypermobility have greater challenges in oral care. We're prone to hypermobile teeth that split and attract gum disease, among other problems. Make sure you're practicing the bes… Read More
2019-11-27 16:45
Thanksgiving , a day to be with family and friends. It's also a day in which the best laid holiday plans never seem to come off without a hitch. Never fear, no matter how bad your turkey day… Read More
2019-11-25 16:42
It's our 2nd annual Spoonie Small Business Holiday Gift Guide! Loaded with gifts made by and for spoonies!! Find gifts for loved ones, add a few to your own wish list, or find the perfect gi… Read More
2019-11-20 16:55
The very first step to improving your mental health is recognizing there's a problem. You may be feeling a sense of the blues that you can't shake, or a generalized anxiety that you can't co… Read More
2019-11-18 16:46
It's a grand opening! Come join the celebration, get your code for 25% off, learn about what our new store has to offer, our giving program, and whew.... if that's not enough there's our new… Read More
2019-11-13 16:45
Fraud and scams against the elderly and disabled have existed for centuries. Scam artists typically identify these groups because they view them as easy to bilk out of their savings. In this… Read More
2019-11-12 16:30
The Zebra Pit is going through so many changes, including the introduction of a shiny new mascot ready to raise awareness for you and your spoonie condition! For a limited time, help us out… Read More
2019-11-11 16:52
It's been a while since the Zebra Pit has added to our Working with Chronic Illness series. I enlisted the help of spoonie entrepreneur, graphic designer and blogger Kirsten, who owns Graphi… Read More
2019-11-06 16:55
Five Marvel Characters Spiderman Should Team Up With, Now That He's Back in the MCU! 'Take Five' is a bi-monthly entertainment series designed to take you away from your cares; a five minute… Read More
2019-11-04 16:48
There aren't many answers about why MCAS causes infertility or much information about success rates in pregnancy. Until infertility and preganancy in MCAS gets it's momment in the research s… Read More
2019-10-30 15:53
The study revealed that both saline and ORS are effective in the short term treatment of OI. However, the ORS, with it's combination of sugars, potassium and sodium, was proven to be even mo… Read More
2019-10-28 15:45
We all want to have a smile as dazzling as our diagnoses (bah-dum-dum), but there are a number of dental issues that are common to people with Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders and the Ehlers… Read More
2019-10-23 15:53
Our new Take Five series provides a laugh break from all of life's woes. In our first, we share five takes on the idea of a remake of the cult classic, "The Princess Bride." Read More
2019-10-21 15:48
In this post, we explore the influence of MCAS and mast cells on menstrual related symptoms and the effective use of mast cell stabilizers and antihistamines as an effective treatment, accor… Read More
2019-10-16 15:48
If you've ever experienced back pain before, you know how much it hurts. Often the problem is muscular, but occasionally the problem is directly related to the spine. Join us on World Spine… Read More
2019-10-14 15:57
Abuse victims don’t have to remain victims and you don't have to continue to put yourself second to the needs of others. Anyone can learn how to become a survivor and live in your own… Read More
2019-10-12 18:24
The Zebra Pit offers a wide selection of resources both on and offsite. As we grow and change and take on new readers, I wanted to take the time to explain where you can find some of the bes… Read More
2019-10-08 15:48
Through D's management and distribution of Calcium, it is crucial to maintaining healthy bones. In fact, both rickets and osteoporosis are linked to Vitamin D deficiencies Read More
2019-10-06 17:39
MCAS can wreak havoc on the female reproductive system, making periods and the hormonal shifts around them a complete nightmare for the woman affected by MCAS, including severe cramping, dys… Read More
2019-10-03 15:55
***Trigger Warning: Contains depictions of violence against women. Domestic Violence and violence against women remains a prevalent problem. Women with disabilities and chronic illness are a… Read More
2019-10-01 15:57
I’ve suffered from chronic pain and illness for most of my life, but never to this extent. As I have gotten older, particularly over the last five years, fatigue, pain, and feeling lig… Read More
2019-09-30 15:47
We have hats and cake! Come help us celebrate 4 great years of health and wellness at the Zebra Pit! Read More
2019-09-26 15:54
Learn about the benefits of sound machines for sleep, avoiding distractions while working or meditating and how to use them so they're most effective in this product review post Read More
2019-09-25 19:50
Follow my blog with Bloglovin Just verifying The Zebra Pit on Bloglovin’, a blog collection service, where you can follow me and other bloggers, if you’d like! Read More
2019-09-23 15:52
Maura was diagnosed with Chiari I in 2007 at age 6 via a traditional horizontal MRI. “I had a decompression shortly after diagnosis and had significant relief for 8 months. After that… Read More
2019-09-18 15:49
There are many fears and anxieties with facing the Emergency Room when you have chronic illness. Find out why people with difficult to diagnose conditions often have a hard time going in, an… Read More
2019-09-16 15:54
The underdiagnosis and treatment of Craniocervical junction disorders are experienced worldwide, in both private and public healthcare systems today. We will explore this phenomenon through… Read More
2019-09-12 15:54
With fall comes the onset of the flu and cold season, making it the perfect time to learn about the immune boosting properties of Vitamin C, also known as ascorbic acid. Find out the many ot… Read More
2019-09-09 15:52
Chiari Malformations are structural defects located at the in the base of the skull where the spine meets it. These structural defects can cause the brain to sag into the spinal canal, causi… Read More
2019-09-05 15:48
"What I didn’t realize is that my life was going to take a drastic change that night. I wish I could go back and change that day but I can’t. That night I awoke with my spine and… Read More
2019-09-02 15:48
Fibromyalgia is a tricky condition to live with as there are many symptoms you can experience beyond Pain and Fatigue. Here are 10 of the top symptoms you may experience and how to manage th… Read More
2019-08-26 15:48
Lumbar Puncture can be a scary procedure to face for the diagnosis of #CSFleak, Intracranial hypertension, central nervous system dysfunction and many neurological illnesses. Get the facts a… Read More
2019-08-22 15:52
There are a number of things pop sockets can do to decrease hand pain and add convenience to your smart phone or tablet, including the ability to raise awareness everywhere you go for your c… Read More
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