Katie Mednick, RD

Have you ever thought of taking collagen supplements for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome?   Should people with Ehlers-Danlos Danlos Syndrome or joint hypermobility even take a collagen supplement?   Many people wonder if collagen supplements can help people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome since it’s considered a collagen disorder.   As a registered dietitian with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, I want …

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Do you have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and worry about having gastroparesis too?   Maybe you heard that these conditions can be connected, and that gastroparesis seems to be more common in people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome.   This article will explain what the connection between these conditions may be, plus walk through gastroparesis management strategies.   Let’s …

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Are you curious about the Cusack Protocol for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS)?   Maybe you heard about the Cusack Protocol on Facebook, but aren’t quite sure if it’s legit.   People with hypermobility are always looking for ways to feel better…but is the Cusack Protocol the right way to go?   This article will explain what …

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Have you been wondering why electrolytes are recommended for people with Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), a type of dysautonomia?   You’re in the right place!   This article walks through how electrolytes can help people with POTS maintain good fluid balance and manage some symptoms. Let’s dive in! Electrolytes and fluid balance Electrolytes are …

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Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and GI Symtoms Have you been diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)?   You’re not alone!   Research shows that anywhere between 30-96% of people with hypermobility disorders (like Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome) struggle with at least one GI symptom.   Many people with EDS and hypermobility experience GI symptoms like …

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Do you have Joint Hypermobility Syndrome?   Have you been wondering if there’s a specific diet that people with hypermobility should eat?   You’re not alone! People with hypermobility are always looking for ways to feel better.   Are there certain foods to avoid and are there certain foods that we should eat to improve …

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Hypermobile patients are often advised to strengthen their muscles One of the main recommendations for people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder is to strengthen the muscles around their hypermobile joints. Strengthening muscles is thought to help increase joint stability and decrease symptoms like muscle spasms and muscle pain. Anyone with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome or …

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Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and Inflammation When it comes to Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and hypermobility, muscles, tendons, and ligaments can be more susceptible to being damaged or injured from everyday activities. This can lead to people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome experiencing inflammation.   When soft tissues are injured, they create pro-inflammatory signals that tell the body to start …

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    3 nutrient deficiencies that can worsen fatigue in people with Ehlers-Danlos and Joint Hypermobility Syndromes The most common symptom associated with nutritional deficiencies is fatigue. Because it’s very common for people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Joint Hypermobility Syndrome to experience fatigue, nutritional deficiencies often go undiagnosed. As a registered dietitian who works …

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In this post, we’ll cover Can people with EDS benefit from a magnesium supplement? Which magnesium supplement may be right for you? How much magnesium do people with EDS need? Are there ways for people with EDS to get more magnesium in their diets? How do I ask my doctor if it’s safe for me …

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