Fibromyalgia is the aching, pain, and stiffness of the soft tissues of the body (muscles, ligaments, and tendons). Fibromyalgia is not a life-threatening condition, but can be very disruptive to daily activities and lifestyle. The symptoms of fibromyalgia may be worsened by physical or mental stress, poor sleep, injury, or exposure to the cold.
There are three variations of fibromyalgia: primary, secondary, and localized.
Primary fibromyalgia is the most common type of fibromyalgia and is much more common in women than men (7 times). The aching, pain, and stiffness usually develop gradually and are widespread throughout the body. Primary fibromyalgia is not associated with any other disease or underlying condition. Primary fibromyalgia symptoms are typically accompanied by other symptoms, including poor sleep, anxiety, depression, fatigue, and irritable bowel syndrome.
Secondary fibromyalgia occurs in patients in which the symptoms of fibromyalgia are a result of an underlying condition, such as hypothyroidism. Secondary fibromyalgia is also widespread in the body.
Localized fibromyalgia is more common in men and the symptoms come on more rapidly than in primary or secondary fibromyalgia. The symptoms of localized fibromyalgia are usually a result of an occupation or sports, and are generally localized in a particular area of the body.
The exact causes of fibromyalgia are not known, but there are several trigger points that precede the onset of this condition. Trigger points include viral and bacterial infections, the candida albicans fungus, physical traumas, development of other health problems such as rheumatoid arthritis, lupus "leaky gut" syndrome, or hypothyroidism, psychological stress, immune or endoctrine abnormalities, mitochondrial uncoupling of energy production, or biochemical abnormalities in the central nervous system.
Studies show that 60 percent of individuals with gastrointestinal disorders have fibromyalgia, 70 percent of individuals with fibromyalgia experience symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome, and 50 percent complain of symptoms of functional dyspepsia. These individuals typically have abnormal levels of microbial in the gastrointestinal tract. These gastrointestinal problems may be combated with digestive enzymes.
Foods that have been proven to help with Fibromyalgia:
Soybeans, whole wheat and buckwheat flours, raw almonds and cashews, brown rice, and many legumes.
Avoid meat, dairy and other foods high in saturated fats, fried and processed foods, white flour products, shellfish, caffeine, alcohol or sugar (including fructose and honey).
Nutrients that have been proven to help with Fibromyalgia:
Magnesium, Essential Amino Acid Tryptophan, Melatonin, Glutamine (lactobacillus acidophilus), Vitamin B1, Lecithin, Manganese, Proteolytic Enzymes, grapeseed extract, Vitamin A, Vitamin C.
Exercises that have been proven to help with Fibromyalgia:
Current research indicates that patients with fibromyalgia who participate in a specially designed, carefully controlled exercise program can improve physical function and mood and even decrease pain and, in many cases, overall quality of life is greatly enhanced. Slow, strength training exercises along with stretching have been proven to be the most beneficial.
Stress 30, Beta-Zyme Digestive Enzymes,
Gr2 Meal Replacement Drink, Vitamin A, Vitamin C,
Chelated Cal-Mag, Lecithin, B-Complex, Salmon Oil Plus,
Vitamin E Plus, and Acidophilus Plus
***As set down by the Food and Drug Administration, vitamin supplement products cannot be advertised as intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.***

Stress 30 Multiple Vitamin

Liqui-Vite

Beta-Zyme Digestive Enzymes

Gr2 Meal Replacement Drink

Vitamin A

B-Complex

Salmon Oil Plus

Vitamin E Plus

Chewable Vitamin C

Powdered Vitamin C

Chelated Cal-Mag

Lecithin

Acidophilus Plus
The symptoms of fibromyalgia may be worsened by physical or mental stress, poor sleep, injury, or exposure to the cold. Quality of life can be enhanced by increasing levels of Magnesium, Essential Amino Acid Tryptophan, Melatonin,
Glutamine (lactobacillus acidophilus),
Vitamin B1, Lecithin, Manganese, Proteolytic Enzymes, grapeseed extract, Vitamin A, Vitamin C.
