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There is not one known mineral deficiency that causes Fibromyalgia. Most patients with Fibro do find that an increase in Magnesium, Vit D and other minerals can help improve their symptoms.
Most experts agree that fibromyalgia patients should avoid the artificial sweetner, aspartame (NutraSweet). Fish oil, flaxseed, fruits and vegetables may help reduce symptoms.
Sherron M. Stonecypher has written: 'Living with fibromyalgia' -- subject(s): Fibromyalgia, Patients, Information services
In most cases, patients with fibromyalgia are prescribed anti-inflammatory drugs. It is those drugs that cause the stomach upset.
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Many people take fibromyalgia supplement to relieve pain and to help them sleep better. Here is a website that might be able to help you out: http://www.webmd.com/fibromyalgia/guide/fibromyalgia-herbs-and-supplements
There are many nutrients you need to help with you're fibromyalgia symptoms including calcium, zinc, magnesium, and manganese. Here is more information: http://www.fibromyalgiahope.com/fibromyalgia-nutrition.html
Although osteoporosis does not typically cause pain as a symptom, both osteoporosis and fibromyalgia are individualized diseases with no cookbook approach to treatment or pain relief. What works well for one patient will not work on another patient. Rheumatologists sometimes work with fibromyalgia patients, and pain management specialists can be helpful for these patients too. Alternative treatments such as massage and acupuncture have also proven to be helpful to some patients.
Some people with fibromyalgia use supplements but some doctors are not sure the supplements help. Please see the following for additional information: www.niams.nih.gov/Health_Info/Fibromyalgia/default.asp -
Diet and exercise is the best way to maintain a healthy lifestyle. Eating lots of fresh fruits and vegetables, lean meats, and whole grains is important. Also, daily exercise is also very important to help maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Mine was diagnosed in one visit. There are certain pressure points that are very sore in Fibromyalgia patients. By detecting pain in these points and other symptoms, a diagnosis is often very simple to diagnose.
Yes, Smart Diary Suite 4 Medical Edition includes a life factor pack designed specifically for fibromyalgia patients. It is available at http://www.sdiary.com