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Clearwater, FL

I have been reading and watching a lot of documentary films on the affects of sugar and other processed food have on the body. Has anyone reduced or eliminated processed foods such as sugar? Thoughts?

July 1, 2019
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Members shared their experiences with anti-inflammatory diets for managing fibromyalgia symptoms, with many reporting that while it doesn't... Read more

Members shared their experiences with anti-inflammatory diets for managing fibromyalgia symptoms, with many reporting that while it doesn't eliminate pain completely, it does provide noticeable relief when combined with other lifestyle changes. Several members recommended specific books like Jessica Black's The Anti-Inflammatory Diet and shared practical meal-prep strategies such as preparing salads in bulk for several days, keeping meals simple with fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, and lean proteins, and minimizing processed foods and sugary items. A recurring theme was the importance of pairing good nutrition with supplements like magnesium citrate and B vitamins, staying organized to conserve energy, and being mindful of how prescription pain medications can sometimes worsen symptoms or create additional side effects.

A MyFibroTeam Member

I have been on the anti-inflammatory diet for about a year. While it does not totally eliminate my pain, it helps a lot.

July 2, 2019 (edited)
A MyFibroTeam Member

Imagine what it would be like without good nutrition. You only have to read some of the remarks on here.
I feel as though I have flu today. No reason I can think of but I never ever feel depressed or in despair. I just feel rough for a day then it moves on to something else

July 5, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

I also take magnesium, B vitamins, vitamin D. I eat a lot of leafy greens, and fresh fruit and veggies. I STILL have periods of complete exhaustion, too.

July 5, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

I will give it a try! You make sound so easy. I suppose the organization helps a lot! Thanks for the input!

July 4, 2019
A MyFibroTeam Member

I don't eat processed foods at all and take no pain killers
I think painkillers cause as many problems as they are supposed to help

My diet consists of fruit, oats, seeds, nuts, huge salads, protein and maybe a slice or two of bread if I decide to have scrambed or poached eggs. I do eat kefir for gut bacteria but nothing that is premade boxed or canned

July 3, 2019

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