I've been housebound for many years with M.E.

M.E. is the name in the UK for the illness that elsewhere is known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (though there are slight differences between the two). It is a prolonged debilatating disease, the most notable symptoms being: profound fatigue; constant and severe muscle and joint pains; compromised mental ability; insomnia; weakened immune system. There are also dozens of recognised secondary symptoms that stem from these main problems. Some sufferers remain seriously ill, often housebound, for many years.

I'm also gluten intolerant. For more information about gluten intolerance [Coeliac Disease], take a look at the sites listed below. There's also a site with my family's favourite gluten-free recipes. I now bake all my own cake, biscuits, pies and yorkshire puds.

Recently, I've been using EFT (Emotional Freedom Training) to help clear some of the emotional and physical issues I deal with every day. I've found it remarkably helpful and would highly recommend it.