Fibro Haus: Most Common FMS Symptoms

Most Common FMS Symptoms

*muscular pain, aching and/or stiffness, especially in the morning (100%)
*badly disturbed sleep (nearly 100%)
*symptoms worse in cold or humid weather (nearly 100%)
*a history of injury or trauma within the year before the symptoms started (nearly 100%)
*depression (70 - 100%)
*irritable bowel syndrome (34 - 73%)
*severe migraine or non-migraine headaches (25 - 60%)
*Raynaud¹s phenomenon (30 - 50%)
*anxiety (24%)
*Sicca syndrome (dry eyes and/or mouth - 18%)
*osteoarthritis (12%)
*rheumatoid arthritis (7%)
*substance abuse (3 - 6%)

Other Common Conditions Associated with FMS include Allergies, Bruxism, Chronic rhinitis, Digestive disturbances, Dizziness, Dyslexia, Easy bruising, Hair loss, Irritability, Lyme disease, Mood swings, Night cramps, Panic attacks, Phobias, Photophobia, Premenstrual syndrome, Recurrent bladder sensitivity or infections, Recurrent viral infections, Restless leg syndrome, Short term memory loss (³brain fog²), and Sleep apnea.

Fibro Help Websites

Newest sites in Orange ************

Aspartame articles including Fibromyalgia!
http://www.sweetpoison.com/aspartame-articles.html *****************
But You Don’t Look Sick http://www.butyoudontlooksick.com/2004/11/the_spoon_theory.php CFIDS & Fibromyalgia Self-Help - Making a NOT TO DO List
http://www.cfidsselfhelp.org/artclnottodo.htm ***********************
Cure Pursuit (Survey Website for People with Chronic Illnesses http://www.curepursuit.com/ *****

Dangers of Aspartame Poisoning!
http://www.sweetpoison.com/aspartam e-information. html ********
Deep Relaxation Techniques for Fibromyalgia Patients http://www.immunesupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm/ID/5827/e/1/T/CFIDS_FM/ ********************
Disability Secrets http://www.disabilitysecrets.com/
Dr. Lowe.com Metabolic Health http://www.drlowe.com/index.htm
EMedicineHealth http://www.emedicinehealth.com/fibromyalgia/article_em.htm
Excitotoxins and Fibromyalgia http://www.fms-help.com/excitos.htm
FibroFix.com http://www.fibrofix.com/
Fibrohugs http://www.fibrohugs.com/
Fibromyalgia and Chronic Myofascial Pain with Devin Starlanyl http://www.sover.net/~devstar/

Fibromyalgia Information!
http://www.sweetpoison.com/fibromya lgia.html **********
Fibromyalgia mystery: If MSG and sweeteners stop, so do symptoms.
http://www.sweetpoison.com/articles /fibromyalgia- mystery.html
Fibromyalgia: Practical Treatments for the Family Physician http://www.immunesupport.com/library/print.cfm?ID=6942&t=CFIDS_FM ************
Fibromyalgia Report: www.yoursuccesslinks.com/fibromyalgiareport.htm **********
Fibromyalgia Symptoms http://www.fibromyalgia-symptoms.org/fibromyalgia_ac.html
Fibromyalgia Information and support FMSOW web site http://fibromyalgia.ncf.ca/ *****
FM, CFS, ME international organization that offers free patient services worldwide http://cf-alliance.tripod.com/ *****
FM/CFS/ME RESOURCES http://fmcfsme.d-3systems.com/
FMS-HELP.com http://www.fms-help.com/ ***********************
Helping Others Relate To Your Symptoms
http://www.anapsid.org/cnd/coping/ relate.html **********************
Holistic approaches to Symptoms of Fibromyalgia and CFS http://www.bellaonline.com:80/articles/art50738.asp/zzz **************
Information on Medications useful for Fibromyalgia http://arthritis.about.com/od/mirapexpramipexole/Mirapex_Pramipexole_Dosage_Side_Effects_Drug_Interactions.htm ********************
Managing Fibromyalgia by Preventing Flare Ups http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art50492.asp/zzz *******
Margarine Report: www.yoursuccesslinks.com/margarinereport.htm ************************
Medline Plus http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/fibromyalgia.html ********
Muscle Ache Bath http://www.moms-
Nancie-Rose’s Fibro/chronic Pain Support Ministry http://fibromyalgiahelp.homestead.com/ *********************************
Our FM/CFS World, Inc. http://www.ourfm-cfidsworld.org/index.html **********
Pacific Rheumatology Clinic http://www.pacificrheumatology.com/index.html **********************
Solving the Puzzle of Fibromyalgia http://www.westonaprice.org/moderndiseases/fibromyalgia.html *****
Sugar Substitutes Report: www.yoursuccesslinks.com/sugarsubreport.htm ************************
The Annapolis Center for Effective CFS/Fibromyalgia Therapies https://www.endfatigue.com/home.nsf **********************************
The Cause of Fibromyalgia http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/fibromyalgia.html ****************
The Stigma of Having Fibromyalgia
http://www.fms- help.com/ stigma.htm ***********************
Thyroid-info.com http://www.thyroid-info.com/ *****
TMJ Facial Pain Center http://www.drshankland.com/fibromyalgia.html ********************
Treating and Beating Helping others Help themselves http://www.drmurphreestore.com/
Vaccination and autoimmune disease http://www.hcvets.com/data/hcv_liver/vaccination&autoimmune.htm Vanish Despair Blog http://vanishdespair.wordpress.com/ ********************
Womenshealth.gov http://www.4woman.gov/faq/fibromya.htm

Articles of Interest from Immune Support.com

A New Year, A New Opportunity for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Patients http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3253 ***
The Art of Drawing a Blank: Fibromyalgia and Memory http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3251
Advice for a New Patient: Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3235
Emergency Services For Fibromyalgia and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Patients: Where To Go When You Need Help http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3237
Abstract: A case–control study examining the role of physical trauma in the onset of fibromyalgia syndrome http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3508
Living Food Diet Eases Fibromyalgia http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3236
Report: How one Fibromyalgia Patient Found Relief Through Diet http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3211
Relief of Fibromyalgia Symptoms Following Discontinuation of Dietary Excitotoxins http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3202
Altering Diet May Ease Fibromyalgia http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3172
Treatment at the Cheney Clinic http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3278
Report: Effective Treatments for Fibromyalgia http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3271
Phase II Clinical Testing of Drug Candidate For Fibromyalgia http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3267
Modafinil in Fibromyalgia Treatment http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3260
Innovative Treatment in Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia Syndrome, and Chronic Illness http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3556
Abstract: Predictors of Success of Intervention Programs for Persons with Fibromyalgia http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3538 ***
New Treatment for Difficult-to-Treat Inflammatory Disease http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3544
Fibromyalgia News: Devin Starlanyl on Headaches Due to Myofascial Trigger Points http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3532
Intensifying Aerobics Does Not Provide Big Improvement In Fibromyalgia http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3462
Exercise Prescription for Fibromyalgia: A Plan for Patients From Beginner to Advanced http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3443
Strength Training May Ease Fibromyalgia Symptoms http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3399
Abstract: High or Low Intensity Aerobic Fitness Training in Fibromyalgia: Does It Matter? http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3401
Opioid Receptor Positive Cells in Fibromyalgia Muscle Tissue http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3282
Speak to the Doctors: A Weekly Education and Support Phone Conference for Fibromyalgia http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3353
Abstract: Women's Experiences of Stigma in Relation to Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3341
Abstract: Struggling for a Tolerable Existence: the Meaning of Men's Lived Experiences of Pain of Fibromyalgia Type http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3342
Coping Through the Holidays: Tips for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Fibromyalgia Patients http://www.ImmuneSupport.com/library/showarticle.cfm?ID=3232
Yeast Issues - A Summary of Symptoms and Associated Health Problemshttp://www.immunesupport.com/library/print.cfm?ID=8007&t=CFIDS_FM

Websites for Allergen Free Foods

Allergy Advisor http://www.allergyadvisor.com/hidden2.htm ********************* AllergyFreeCookbook.com http://www.allergyfreecookbook.com/ ********************* AllergyGrocer.com http://www.missroben.com/ or http://www.allergygrocer.com/ Allergic Ingredients May Not be on Food Labels http://www.respiratoryreviews.com/aug01/rraug01foodlabels.html Enjoy Life http://www.enjoylifefoods.com/ Food Allergy.org http://www.food-allergy.org/page2.html ************* Gameplan for Recovery of Food Allergies http://www.imbris.net/~mastent/gameplan.html ************************* Hidden sources of Gluten http://www.tacanow.com/Gluten.htm ********************************* Mayo clinic.com Hidden Sources of Food allergens http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/food-allergies/AA00058 ************ The Food Allergy & Anaphylaxis Network http://www.foodallergy.org/ Tinkyada.com http://www.tinkyada.com/ Vermont Nut Free Chocolates http://www.vermontnutfree.com/

Green Juice

3 celery stalks *********************** 1 (1/4-in) piece fresh ginger (opt) 3 kale or collard leaves ************* 1 1/2 t fresh lemon juice ********** 1/2 cucumber, sliced lengthwise *** 1 oz. parsley and/or cilantro ****** Juice the celery, kale, cucumber, parsley, cilantro, and ginger, if desired. Stir in the lemon juice. Alternatively, peel the lemon and put it through the juicer with the vegetables. Serve immediately. Variations: *************************** For Sweet Green Juice: Add 1/2 apple, cut into chunks. *********** For Antioxidant Juice: Add 1/2 cup broccoli florets and stalks, and/or 1/2 cup chopped green cabbage. For Complete Meal Green Juice: After the juice is made, place it in a shaker or other cup with a lid. Add 1 tablespoon blue-green algae or green powder and 1 tablespoon ground flaxseeds. Shake well. A small, inexpensive coffee grinder will enable you to grind flaxseeds for your juice. From Raw Food Made Easy by Jennifer Cornbleet