fibromyalgia and nutrition

Sandee1818 is correct, there are several approaches to Fibro treatment. I do not have Fibro but here are many here that do and will offer you good suggestions and information. There are 5 million ppl afflicted with Fibro. Alternative treatment for fibromyalgia include exercise (non-aerobic), nutrition, stress, massage, acupuncture, soft tissue manipulation, Pilate's and Yoga and those types of non traditional medicine are considered beneficial for some Fibro ppl.

Complaints of fatigue and joint pains are,unfortunately, very common. fibromyalgia, a condition characterized by muscular aches and pains, fatigue, and difficulty sleeping. It is much more common in women, and it can be debilitating. Many conventional medical doctors do not think that fibromyalgia exists. In fact, many patients who believe they have this condition are often derided by their doctors.

The doctor just put me on prescription does of vitamin D for 8 weeks and later diagnosed me with Fibromyalgia because of my muscle aches and spasms. I am wondering now if my cysts are affecting both my thyroid and parathyroid glands. The doctors try to tell me it's all anxiety or fibro., but I know it isn't and I haven't had these cysts looked at for about 6 months now. I am trying to get into see an Endocrinologist.

Any thoughts on nutrition and holistic treatments I might try. I am on Medi-Care, so I doubt they will fund interferon. Anyway, I was on interferon in 2002. After six months, my doctor stopped treatment, He said it wasn't having the effect he had hoped for. Any thoughts will be sincerely received.

It's really starting to get on my familes nerves ! I get headaches a lot "migraines" I've been told I have RA without RA factor, Lupus,and now fibromyalgia . I have trouble staying asleep for long . Please help !?

There is absolutely no data on how well homeopathy works for anything. That's not to say there isn't any research on homeopathy, there is in other countries, especially lately France, but anything that lacks patentability has very little money for the kind of research that would determine in double blind studies how well any natural remedy. Quite frankly, the data on medication is quite deficient, using very small samples and very short term experiments.

Hi about 20 years ago I was diagnosed with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome, I was also told at that time by an infectious disease doctor that I had EBV. I feel there is something else wrong with me because if I do what the doctors say then I'm in so much pain I can't move, I've had catatonic states, I can not control my body temperature if I get to cold it's like I have hypothermia, and if I get to hot it's like heat exhaustion.

There are pain clinics that specialize in pain and rheumatology clinics that specialize in arthritis and other rheumatic diseases, including fibromyalgia. Besides taking medicine prescribed by your doctor, there are many things you can do to minimize the impact of fibromyalgia on your life. People with fibromyalgia also may benefit from: a combination of physical therapy and occupational therapy , learning pain management and coping techniques , properly balancing rest and activity .

if you are good at research and reading, start looking it up... the anxiety isn't helping, so if you can find some relaxing things to take up, do this. if you 'feel' inflammation and pains might be due to a certain food or chemical, e.g. wheat, milk, maybe start decreasing these and see if it helps. are you a workaholic? take a look at your activities/ work, and check that it's reasonable; overworking places such a strain on the body over time which tears it right down.

I have Sjogren's and am on Plaquenil. I have been on Plaquenil for about 8 years. I have been fortunate, have had no side effects to speak of. I also have Hashimoto's, Reynaud's and fibromyalgia. I was on prednisone for a year, did not like the weight gain. I know that some people experience side effects, but I have not. The plaquenil keeps my autoimmune issues mostly under control, I don't even want to contemplate life without plaquenil.

Lentils, all kind of pulses, beans, peas, fresh or dried... then soaked and cooked. Chick peas I sprout now and then. Tempeh, tofu, miso, Dark rye bread, Danish style. Brown rice and other whole grains. All kinds of fruit in moderation. Yofu (Tofu yogurt) and chocolate tofu pudding dates and other dry fruit. herbal teas filtered water Virgin Coconut Oil, Virgin Olive Oil, and Virgin Sesame Oil Celtic sea salt chili And I have started eating nice French raw cheeses again.

Use all fat dairy products and no low fat foods so he has the calories he needs. Remember to relax at meals and just give him the foods he wants. Introduce a food to a child that they will accept, however, if they do not want it you have to not make a fuss and let it go. Hoped this helped you.

In the fridge I have home made pumpkin and lentil soup, fresh korma balls made of veggies and spices, and I have just finished dehydrating a fruit and nut delight to fight the kids over. Diet is just one aspect of my recovery. Today I lay in the sun and meditated to a bit of classical music and felt at peace. I also hobbled to the shop with my sick daughter to get exercise.

I was wondering if i should go see a nutritionist to make sure me and the baby are getting adequate nutrition. I have always been a small 110lb and no matter what i eat i never gain any weight. Has anyone gone to see one and was it worth it? Did it make a difference?

i want to tell u that i did not go to the gym beacause of my busy schedule i have no medical history in the past .and also my apetite is not good please tell me about foods and supplements that helps me to gain weight and also tell me that how can i boost my apetite.

And remember, too much iron can lead to heart disease. The most well absorbed food sources of iron are green leafy vegetables, particularly parsley, dandelion greens, and the like. Beets are a good source. Few people know how to prepare them in the US, but nettles are also a good source. Seaweed is a good source. Combining these will get you enough and they are very healthy ways of getting your iron.

You get to shop for free food bread eggs milk tuna fruits n veggies cheese peanut butter beans and cereal. When baby is born u get formula and baby food and oatmeal. Its extremely helpful and no cost to you.

oatmeal for breakfast, whole wheat breads, oatmeal cookies, bran muffins, whole-wheat pasta, and brown rice. Serve fruit and vegetables in any form, raw or cooked. Salads are great if she will eat it. The most important aspect to increased fiber is increasing your fluid intake. Fiber is great for increased bowel movements; however, it needs fluids to get through the colon. Suggest you limit rice, bananas, and fresh apples.

m going back to eating vegis and homemade healthy meals, fruits as my form of sweets instead of cakes and cookies drinkg green tea in place of coffee laying off taco bell and all fast food places. I didnt like the effects of what eating bad did to me.

MedTV Cirrhosis Diet Similar to people without cirrhosis, people with cirrhosis should limit their intake of fats and eat lots of fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and other heart-healthy foods. However, some diet changes that are unique to those with cirrhosis include limiting salt, eating more calories and protein, and eliminating alcohol. http://digestive-system.emedtv.com/cirrhosis/cirrhosis-diet.

I have juvinille diabetes and i am only 16 yrs. old. I know i dont eat right and i am gaining weight but i want to be like all of my friends. I dont take my blood sugar alot either. What should i do?

I'm 9 weeks and really confused on what I can and can't eat..little freaked out cause I just read that salami can be very harmful and I just had some the other day..should I worry?

t have things like protein that nutrition drinks have. I also have gastroparesis and am 100% fed through a J tube and the tube feeding I get is very similar to things like ensure or boost.

You just need a balanced diet like the old days with lots of vegetables, lean protein and fruit. Eat little sugar. Substitute water for all those high-sugar drinks everybody downs in huge quantities. Be aware beer and liquor has calories. You can't just opt out from a healthy diet and eat a single food source like a protein bar or something. Balance, variety, lots of color, home-cooked, not processed and packaged.

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