General Health Information

Fibromyalgia is is considered to be the most common cause of
generalized musculoskeletal pain in women ages 20-55. Its prevalence in
the US is about 2%, and increases with age. An estimated 3-6 million
people suffer from this disorder, while it is more common for women
than men. The cause of fibromyalgia is not known. Symptoms can be
related to food sensitivities, low adrenal function, nutrient
deficiencies, metabolic disorders, and more. In about 50% of cases,
fibromyalgia symptoms appeared after a specific event such as trauma or
flu-like illness. For natural or alternative treatments
for fibromyalgia, avoidance of all sugar and refined carbohydrates
(white flour products and starches) improves energy overall. People
suffering from it should ocus on a whole foods diet comprised mainly of
good quality protein (lean animal protein, fresh, organic fruits and
vegetables, nuts, seeds, and whole grains.) They should also identify
and eliminate food allergies, which can cause a number of symptoms.

Chronic fatigue syndrome, or CFS, is marked by extreme fatigue that has
lasted at least six months. It is not the result of ongoing effort. It
can’t be substantially relieved by rest. Chronic fatigue syndrome
causes a substantial reduction in daily activities. Many people are at
risks of this health problem. Although CFS is much less common in
children than in adults, children can develop the illness, particularly
during the teen years.Although health care professionals may hesitate
to give patients a diagnosis of chronic fatigue syndrome
for various reasons, it’s important to receive an appropriate and
accurate diagnosis to guide treatment and further evaluation. Symptoms
and their consequences can be severe. CFS can be as disabling as
multiple sclerosis, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, congestive heart
failure and similar chronic conditions. Symptom severity varies from
patient to patient and may vary over time for an individual patient.