Hi, I'm Maff, founder of The Environmental Illness Resource. I was diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) at age 11 in 1990. I subsequently developed various other problems including multiple chemical sensitivities (MCS), allergies, and gut problems. I have made much progress through a combination of my own efforts researching my illness and self-treating along with the help of a few knowledgeable healthcare providers. Although I am now most definitely on the road to recovery I am far from healthy just yet. I therefore intend to use this blog as a journal of my attempts to improve my health further. I am always trying various treatments and products so will document my progress here, along with the commentary on enviromental illness related stories in the news. I hope my blog is of benefit to you all and please share your own experiences by writing your own blog here on The Environmental Illness Resource!