Fibromyalgia is a common soft tissue disorder of unknown cause characterized by 
generalized aching (widespread musculoskeletal pain) and painful response to pressure (trigger point). Chronic widespread pain must be present for at least 3 months, and out of 18 triggers points, at least 7 of them should reveal pain when pressing.
The most common locations for pain are neck, shoulders, back of the head, trunk, and lower back. Pain is typically more severe upon awakening in the morning and gradually decreases as the day goes on.
The exact cause of fibromyalgia is unknown, and several theories have been postulated, including food allergies, poor digestion, poor circulation, heavy metal toxicity, and nutritional deficiencies.
Fibromyalgia may be associated with fatigue, sleep disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, depression, migraine, temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome, anxiety, skin disorder, and compromised concentration and memory, which is known as “fibrofog”.
Nutritional Supports:
Restricted Foods:
- Saturated fats.
- Trans-fat.
- Processed foods.
- Additives and preservatives.
- Sweets and sugar.
- Coffee.
- Alcohol.
- Carbonated drinks.
- Fried foods.
- Red meats.
- Eggs.
- Dairy products.
Recommended Foods:
- Plenty of water: 2 – 3 liters a day.
- Fresh fruits and vegetables.
- Fish, chicken and turkey.
- Plant-based proteins: legumes, seeds, nuts, and soy.
- Foods high in Omega-3 fatty acids: fish, flaxseed, chia, hemp seeds, and walnuts.
- Gluten-free diet (See “Celiac Disease“).
Recommended Supplements:
- 5 – Hydroxytryptophane (5-HTP): 100 – 150 mg a day.
- S – Adenosyl Methionine (SAMe): 600 – 1200 mg a day.
- L – Carnitine: 3000 mg a day.
- French Maritime Pine Bark Extract: 200 – 300 mg a day.
- D – Ribose: 10 – 15 grams a day.
- Co – Enzyme Q10: 300 mg a day.
- DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone): 25 – 50 mg a day.
- Grape Seed Extract: 100 – 200 mg a day.
- Magnesium: 200 – 400 mg a day.
- Malic Acid: 2000 – 2500 mg a day.
- Alpha-Lipoic Acid (ALA): 100 – 200 mg a day.
- Vitamin B12: 1000 mcg a day.
- Digestive Enzymes: A full spectrum product.
- Probiotics: a product that provides minimum 5 to 10 billion active organisms per serving.
- Vitamin B – Complex: A high potency product.
Miscellaneous Suggestions:
- Liver detoxification.
- Colon cleansing.
- Stretches.
- Regular exercise.
- Acupuncture.
