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Fibromyalgia - A Variant of ME

posted on 3 February 2008

Fibromyalgia - A variant of M.E where widespread muscoskeletal pain and tenderness is a major symptom

The following article discusses the naturopathic approach to helping fibromyalgia sufferers. To learn more about the supplements that are suggested in the article, click on the product links.

  • The primary supplement to help alleviate the pain is Sulphur Supreme . Mulitgram doses may be necessary, but should be worked up to slowly, starting at 2g daily.


    • Zinaxin , a ginger derivative, is also excellent to help the pain of fybromyalgia.

    Other anti-inflammatory/anti-pain agents include curcumin eg: Turmeric (v) , Evening Primrose Oil , Omega 3 EPA ,antioxidants such as: Antioxidant Supreme , Samento


  • A Swedish study found that every single fibromyalgia subject tested had a high homocysteine level, and further, that Vitamin B12 status correlated with severity of symptoms. Homocysteine Redux reduces homocysteine levels, as well as causing oxidative damage, homocysteine promotes arachidonic acid release which leads to an increase in prostaglandin E2 and therefore inflammation.


  • To enhance the quality of sleep and reduce pain, consider trying 5-Hydroxy tryptophan for example Serotone 50mg or Serotone 100mg 30 50-100mg three times daily, combined with St John's Wort to raise depressed serotonin levels.
    • Do not take if you are already on antidepressants from your doctor.

  • Fybromyalgia sufferers are often magnesium deficient so consider taking Magnesium Supreme 100mg 2 capsules three times a day.


  • Treat any candidiasis. For details of how, visit the series of articles on the subject such as The Best Herbal Remedy We Know for Treating Candida problems. Deal with leaky gut once candida is eliminated eg, Myrrh Formula - Helps Heal Leaky Gut, Aloe Vera Juice , L-Glutamine 500mg


  • Treat any viral infection eg, Lapacho Formula or Samento , C vitamin 1g as fybromyalgia can sometimes manifest after a viral infection


  • Eliminate any parasites eg, Wormwood Formula , Artemisia Formula - Can Help Eliminate Gut Protozoa


  • Deal with any bacterial infection/intestinal bacterial dysbiosis eg, Wild Indigo Formula - Helps with bacterial infections , Myrrh Formula - Helps with both ileal and colonic dysbiosis , plus probiotics eg, Bifido-acidophilus , probion bifido.


  • Eliminate any dietary allergens (often cows milk, wheat, peanuts, citrus fruit, potatoes, chocolate, coffee, tea). Minimize contact with environmental chemicals.


  • Fybromyalgia often manifests after a period of prolonged stress. The adrenal glands become underactive over time. Support adrenals using herbs and nutrients eg, Licorice Formula - Helps with Hypoadrenia , C vitamin 1g , Vitamin B5, Vitamin B15 etc... and if necessary (check with underarm temperature test) support the thyroid eg, Kelp Formula to help support the thyroid , L-Tyrosine 500mg for more information about low thyroid function read article: Is low thyroid at the root of your problem



  • Help the fatigue and devitalization that is usually present eg, Schizandra Formula , Co-Q10-30mg (60-120mg per day) is always worth a trial as is chlorella. A high potency multivitamin-mineral eg, Multiple Vitamin/Mineral , is usually appropriate.


  • If there is a low blood sugar element, avoid sugar and other refined carbohydrates, and eat little and often. Appropriate treatment would be Pfaffia Formula , Liquid Chromium , Magnesium 100mg , and Vitamin B6.
    To read more about low blood sugar handling, read article about hypoglycaemia . Pain can sometimes be due to a low blood sugar problem in fibromyalgia


  • Support digestion and liver function if necessary, eg, Pancreatin 1000mg , Betain Hydrochloride , Jambul Formula . A free-form amino acid supplement such as SynerProTein Original is recommended. Fringetree Formulafollowed by Milk Thistle Formula Liver tonic for the liver.


  • Deal with any mercury toxicity eg, Butchers Broom Formula (a> , Selenium 200mcg a> , L-Cysteine 500mg .


  • Deal with stress eg, Lavender Formula , flower essences, gem elixirs, Nutricalm , relaxation tapes, counselling etc...


  • Geopathic stress/electromagnetic pollution should be neutralized or avoided. A large measure of protection from such stresses is afforded by the wearing of a Charged Card . For more information about geopathic stress read Geopathic Stress is it affecting you?


    • Fybromyalgia, like chronic fatigue syndrome, is a complex and somethimes persistent set of symptoms. This protocol is thorough and needs to be carried out for at least 6 months in order for improvement to be maintained.

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