On today’s episode, I am joined by Dr. David Brady, author of FibroFix and 30-year integrative practitioner. Dr. Brady is one of the foremost authorities on properly diagnosing and treating fibromyalgia. We chat all about fibromyalgia from the research to the diagnosis to various treatment approaches. This is a poorly understood condition but Dr. Brady offers so much information that can be applied by anyone listening who may be affected - doctors or patients!  If someone you love has been diagnosed with fibromyalgia, please feel free to share this episode with them! We Discuss: {7:30} Dr. Brady’s professional journey to where he is now  {15:25} What fibromyalgia actually is  {21:11} Some of the difficulties with diagnosing fibromyalgia  {25:46} The effects of fibromyalgia on quality of sleep  {27:06} How trauma impacts the diagnosis of fibromyalgia in women {36:33} The link between fibromyalgia and gut health  {39:14} Conventional treatment approaches for fibromyalgia  {44:39}Natural treatment approaches for fibromyalgia  And so much more!  Links Mentioned:   Dr. Brady’s book: FibroFix https://www.amazon.com/Fibro-Fix-Fibromyalgia-Reversing-Chronic/dp/1623367123   Dr. Brady’s website: www.fibrofix.com   More of Dr. Brady’s writings and other content: www.drdavidbrady.com   About the Guest:   Dr. David M. Brady almost 30-years of experience as an integrative practitioner and over 25 years in health sciences academia. He is a licensed naturopathic medical physician in Connecticut and Vermont, is board certified in functional medicine and clinical nutrition, and is a Fellow of the American College of Nutrition. He was the long-time vice president for health sciences and director of the Human Nutrition Institute at the University of Bridgeport in Connecticut, where he continues to serve as an associate professor of clinical sciences. He maintains a private practice, Whole Body Medicine, in Fairfield, CT (USA). Dr. Brady is also the Chief Medical Officer for Designs for Health, Inc. and Diagnostic Solutions Labs, LLC, and is an expert consultant to the nutritional supplement and clinical laboratory industries.   Follow me on social media for fertility tips, daily life, and more!  - Instagram: @doctor_lo: https://www.instagram.com/doctor_lo/ - Facebook: Dr. Lauren Noel: https://www.facebook.com/DrLoNoel/ - Shine Instagram: Shine Natural Medicine: http://www.instagram.com/shinenaturalmedicine - My Golden Eggs Fertility: https://www.goldeneggsfertility.com If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5 star review on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, or wherever you are listening! And don't forget to subscribe and share this podcast with friends and family! I love seeing your posts on social media!