What is fibromyalgia and why a fibromyalgia diet is so important?
Posted by adminFrom the Latin fibra (fiber), the Greek words myo (muscle) and algos (pain), fibromyalgia is a chronic rheumatic condition characterised by widespread muscle and joint pain, fatigue and sleep disturbances. Because it manifests with a set of generic symptoms, it is commonly misunderstood and misdiagnosed. Basically your body aches all over and even after a night of sleep it is common to feel fatigue due to lack of restful sleep. There are a set of tender points which systematically are painful to touch and depression is also an associated symptom.
Other reported symptoms include:
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dry mouth
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abdominal pain
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headaches
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light sleep
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stiffness
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hypersensitivity to temperature
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difficulty to concentrate
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irritable bowel syndrome
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incontinence
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numbness in the fingers and feet
In order to successfully diagnose fibromyalgia Doctors rely on patient histories and an accurate manual tender point examination according to standard criteria of the American College of Rheumatology. Eighteen Tender points in characteristic locations are tested. If eleven 11 or more of these points are in pain and widespread pain lasting for more that three months is present, then it can be possibly be diagnosed as fibromyalgia. Other diseases such as lupus or rheumatoid arthritis have an overlap of symptoms, making the diagnosis even more difficult.
In the case of positive diagnosis for fibromyalgia, it should be accepted that although it’s a non-progressive situation, unfortunately there is no cure and it can be expected that pain can condition your lifestyle and that’s why it’s so important to manage correctly your habits, empower you with pain management skills and develop sustainable relief for the syndrome. One of the most important elements in fighting fatigue is to follow a fibromyalgia diet where your body will be better prepared. Some substances like citrines, chocolate and caffeine seem to worsen the condition and should be avoided. Others, as wholenuts can relieve the symptoms. Follow a healthy and conscious plan and live a happy life.
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One of the most mysterious conditions of modern times is fibromyalgia. This condition, which primarily affects women, still baffles many doctors and medical researchers. Fibromyalgia has been identified by our research center as being a condition wherein excess toxins build up in the soft tissues of the body, causing the pain and other symptoms associated with fibromyalgia. One of the most effective natural substances for helping insomnia in fibromyalgia is 5-hydroxy tryptophan (5-HTP). Natural alternatives for managing fibromyalgia must include agents that detoxify the build-up of toxins in the soft tissues of the body. Since the cause of fibromyalgia is not yet fully known, it is important to approach it, at least in the beginning, from a total detoxification program. We use two methods of detoxification, one cellular, which utilizes liquid oxygen to remove toxins from the cells and a systemic detox, which places emphasis upon the organs of elimination, including the liver, kidneys, bowel, bladder and colon. Detoxification often produces a rapid cessation of pain and other symptoms associated with fibromyalgia. Through the use of aggressive detoxification, we can prepare the body for an ongoing maintenance program using our new formula called Fibro Eze. This formula uses 5 hydroxy tryptophan (5-HTP) along with other key nutrients, to address many of the most common symptoms of fibromyalgia. 5 hydroxy tryptophan (5-HTP) safely and effectively replaces drugs such as SSRI’s and anti-anxiety medications and has no side effects. The formula we have developed, containing these key ingredients is available from Phoenix Nutritionals at 1-800-440-2390. You can also visit the Phoenix Nutritionals website at www.phoenixnutritionals.com. If you have any questions concerning this mysterious condition or our program you can always contact our offices at 1-888-454-8464, but formula information is also available from Phoenix Nutritionals. When you contact Phoenix Nutritionals be sure and ask them about their Fibromyalgia kit, which contains everything you will need to start the complete program. We are familiar with he Guaifenesen Protocol.
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