At the table with Fibromyalgia
Posted by adminNowadays Fibromyalgia is developing a status in society, starting to be observed like a real and truly painful condition. However, research studies have not yet proven the specific role in the syndrome of some general choices related with everyday’s life like… food.
However, common sense tells that a healthy nutrition plan is able to change life and in this ambit FMS can not be different. For those who suffer from FMS every advantage is one more step to recovery and like this a balanced food choice will help strengthen the immune system, reduce fatigue and prevent secondary diseases.
Muscle debility as a primary symptom in FMS patients, just for starting, reveals for instants how important should be for people with this illness, to respect in every meal an adequate amount of protein. At the same time, healthful foods like those high in immunity boosting antioxidants and phytochemicals are also of fundamental role, once could help to achieve higher levels of body energy and minimize fatigue.
In the United States the general ideal diet composition is 40-30-30 ratio of carbohydrates proteins and fat. However this diet could not be just for people who share days with FMS and chronic fatigue, once not all carbohydrates are created equal and this will imply a subjective choice of carbohydrates low in the glycemic index.
Along with foods that are high in sugar, fat and cholesterol, some FMS patients also avoid others like tomatoes, white potatoes, eggplant and pepper that could aggravate pain and increase inflammation.
To be avoided in theses cases are also chocolate, sodas, tobacco or peanuts. For peanuts, there’s the particularity that may cause acid reflux. In the same list we can adjudge spicy foods that very usually upset the stomach.
It is also important to retain that the portion of fats in a FMS patient diet should be composed by “good fats” like cold water fish, raw nuts, vegetable oils and avocados.
Variety and moderation are also two good “friends” at the table.
Always remember to drink water (around eight glasses per day) in order to flush toxins out of the body.
And how is it possible to forget effort and pain during food preparation?
Taking time to prepare a healthy meal could be very painful for people who suffer from FMS. For situations like this, support groups often recommend good advices like: a good posture when cooking; rest breaks during the meal preparation; purchase pre-sliced frozen organic vegetables and invest in some kitchen gadgets that can make preparation easier.
Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum of the Fibromyalgia & Fatigue Centers discusses natural remedies for pain, including tumeric and other commonly available natural products.
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Dr. Vickery discusses Celiac and Crohn’s diseases and the changing face of Fibromyalgia using the Two Edged Sword Diet and Platinum Essential Amino Acids Plus. More information is available at fibromyalgiacure.com.