Treating fibromyalgia can be particularly difficult as this chronic condition affects each individual differently. There are commonalities such as chronic tender points, enhancement of pain impulses fatigue, and widespread diffuse body pain, but for the most part each individual will have symptoms that are unique to only them. You can find a list of fibromyalgia symptoms to help you determine if your symptoms fit the fibromyalgia criteria for proper diagnosis. Keep in mind that fibromyalgia mimics other chronic conditions, and can have other overlapping chronic conditions such as IBS (irritable bowel syndrome), arthritis, lupus, migraines and chronic fatigue syndrome making diagnosis and treatment difficult.
Where To Start?
When taking supplements it is important to speak with your doctor if you are taking any medications that might interfere or cause a reaction with supplements. Always speak to your doctor if you have any concerns before starting any natural treatment if you need guidance, or develop any type of allergic reaction.
Natural supplements for fibromyalgia or other chronic pain conditions can easily become an exhaustive list. Where to start, and what to take is a very common question, and the best answer is to start with supplements that may be missing in your diet. Start with the natural fish oils, B vitamins, natural mineral supplements, and then you can incorporate other natural supplements as you evaluate the effectiveness. It is a good idea to start with only one new supplement every two weeks. It can take that long for your body to start working correctly with the supplement, and you will not know which supplement that is giving you the most benefit if you swallow a handful every day.
Secondly nutritional supplements are not miracles in a bottle for most people. They can and do help tremendously, but they should always be used in conduction or together with other fibromyalgia remedies such as: heat and cold therapy, massage, proper sleep and rest, exercise, and staying connected to your friends and family.
Start by making a list of your most troublesome symptoms, and find a natural supplement that will offer you relief for those at the top of your list.
What nutritional supplements fibromyalgia are available to help treat your fibromyalgia symptoms?
Water Are You Drinking Enough?
The very first thing you should look into is your water intake. Are you drinking enough water? Water is important and dehydration can contribute to many symptom such as: Headaches, muscle pain, cramping, muscle spasms, aching muscle pain, and memory problems.
Nutritional Supplements Fibromyalgia
- Glucosamine & MSM -It was shown in one study that when glucosamine and chondroitin were used in combination some reduction in pain was noted in patients who demonstrated moderate to severe pain
- SAMe is recommended and has been found to reduce pain, fatigue, morning stiffness, muscle aches, and moodiness in clinical studies.
- Rhodiola rosea intake on physical capacity, muscle strength, speed of limb movement, reaction time, and in a study at Katholieke Universiteit Leuven in Belgium study participants stated having improved endurance, and exercise capacity.
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids – Omega 3 fatty acids can be found in fish oil that is rich in both EPA and docosahexaenoic acid. These compounds both provide excellent anti-inflammatory properties when taken.
- Vitamin B12- Vitamin B12 has been shown to help relieve back pain in some studies, and some fibromyalgia patients report that they have less pain and tenderness try this natural supplement.
- Vitamin D3- it is important to note that the amount of vitamin D that the body can produce or store in the fat cells decreases as we age, thus increasing vitamin D deficiencies. Many individuals with fibromyalgia symptoms have found relief from muscle weakness, muscle and bone pain, and claim to sleep better as well.
- Magnesium and Calcium can play a pivotal role and antagonistic roles in regulating your body’s muscle function. These two supplements work in unison to help the mechanism needed for muscle contraction and relaxation of all muscles.
Remember to not get discouraged. You will find treatments that work for you, but not all supplements have the same affect, so it may take some trials of different natural supplements to determine which ones are providing you with relief from your pain, tenderness, and fatigue.
Some other natural Supplement Suggestions
Need more energy natural supplements :
- CoQ10
- L-Carnitine
- Magnesium Malate
- NADH
- SAM-e
- Vitamin B12
- Magnesium Malate
- Vitamin D
Feeling Moody, Unbalanced and out of control try these supplements
- DHEA
- Flax Oil
- Rhodiola
- St. John’s Wort
- SAM-e
- 5-HTP
- GABA
Suffering from fibromyalgia neurological problems these supplements can be used to help balance your Brain Function/Neurotransmitter
- 5-HTP
- Carnitine
- Omega-3 (Fish Oil)
- Rhodiola
- Ginkgo Biloba
- St. John’s Wort
- SAM-e
- Theanine
Suffering With Difficulty Sleeping or Insomnia
- l-theanine
- Melatonin
- Magnesium and Calcium
Suffering from IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) these natural supplements may be suggest as additions: There is a very helpful book “How I Cured My IBS” that is recommended reading if you suffer from IBS symptomes with your fibromyalgia.
- Enzyme therapy, containing bromelain
- Probiotics help keep intestinal tract healthy, and your intestinal tract’s health can affect your entire body.
- Magnesium
- Calcium
Sources: http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/556408_4
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