
The Best Supplement for Fibromyalgia
Vitamin D supplements are put to the test for fibromyalgia.
Topic summary contributed by volunteer(s): Holly
While there is limited information on the role nutrition plays in combatting the symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), a few studies have elicited some interesting findings. Since CFS can be a debilitating condition, causing extreme fatigue with no cure, any information on the role of diet may be beneficial for those battling the condition.
Fish and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
In some cases, CFS is considered a long-term side effect of a type of food poisoning called Ciguatera caused by fish (usually red snapper or grouper). Eliminating fish from the diet may prevent someone from ever initially developing CFS.
Treating Chronic Fatigue Syndrome with Probiotics and Chocolate
Evidence has shown that taking probiotics may reduce the “gut dysfunction” often associated with CFS. Interestingly, consuming real chocolate that contains cacao phytonutrients may reduce the symptoms of CFS as well.
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Vitamin D supplements are put to the test for fibromyalgia.
The effects of the neurotoxins that can contaminate fish like red snapper and grouper can last for decades.
We’ve known our mental state can affect our gut flora, but might our good bacteria be affecting our mental state?
How plant-based does one’s diet need to be in order to effectively treat fibromyalgia?
Plant-based diets may be effective for the treatment of fibromyalgia, a painful condition suffered by millions.
An industry-funded, randomized, double blind, placebo-controlled crossover trial study suggests chocolate may improve symptoms for those suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome—a debilitating condition currently affecting as many as seven million Americans. But how do you get the cacao phytonutrients without the saturated fat and added sugar?