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  1. RyeRyeBread

    Alpha Lipoic Acid & Nortriptyline for Symptoms - Thoughts?

    My rheumatologist prescribed me as-needed nortriptyline (10mg) for my migraine-like headaches, and a daily supplement ALA (Alpha lipoic acid, 200mg daily). Anyone every tried these? Any good or bad to share? Full experience summary of my first rheumatologist appointment here:
  2. P

    Poll: How Many of You Chelated Mercury and Cured Any Condition?

    For those who attempted a chelation protocol to remove mercury - and you succeeded in doing a minimum of 20 rounds of chelation - what was your result? I created a poll to capture that question. In the discussion: * State your disease or symptoms that made you believe you had a heavy metal...