Navigating The Storm : The Link Between Depression And Fibromyalgia

It’s hard living with chronic pain and of course you will feel sad and run down a lot. I did all the time. I know exactly how you feel. I was bedridden, crying and hopeless. Having depression already increases the risk of fibromyalgia due to changes in the serotonin levels and limbic system imbalances. Of… Continue reading Navigating The Storm : The Link Between Depression And Fibromyalgia

Common Misconceptions About Fibromyalgia And The True Cause Of Your Pain

Do you know that fibromyalgia wasn’t recognized as a legit condition until 1987? According to the American Medical Association (AMA), that is the year it was recognized as an actual medical condition and disability. In the past, fibromyalgia was thought to be a psychosomatic illness, all drawn from “imaginary pain” and the mentality that “it’s… Continue reading Common Misconceptions About Fibromyalgia And The True Cause Of Your Pain

Try Plant- Based And Gluten-Free To Reduce Fibromyalgia Symptoms

Many holistic practitioners believe that a plant-based or vegan diet can help heal symptoms of fibromyalgia. This is because a plant-based diet produces an anti-inflammatory effect on the body, which is exactly what fibromyalgia patients need. When inflammation is down, you’re less likely to feel pain in your muscles from fibromyalgia. Think of anti-inflammatory foods… Continue reading Try Plant- Based And Gluten-Free To Reduce Fibromyalgia Symptoms

Meet Mildred (Ramos) Velez, Founder And Executive Director Of Fibromyalgia Care Society Of America Inc.

Here I am interviewing the lovely Mildred, founder of a non- profit for fibromyalgia and recovery called Fibromyalgia Care Society Of America Inc. There are a wide variety of resources available to the public at her organization, and I have had the pleasure getting to know her and collaborate on working together. I have a… Continue reading Meet Mildred (Ramos) Velez, Founder And Executive Director Of Fibromyalgia Care Society Of America Inc.