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FMS eNews 22/08/15

One of my readers has asked if any of you have used LDN - Low Dose Naltrexone, which is sometimes prescribed for the treatment of fibromyalgia.  She would like to hear about actual experiences of its use whether positive or negative.  If you have used this drug please send your responses to me and I will forward them to her.  Thank you.
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WORDz for the WEEK

 234. Live your life inspired by love and guided by knowledge.
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Music is a wonderful thing, and you may be surprised how much research it's getting for fibromyalgia pain. You might also be surprised by the results. You'll find that below.
Also this week, we'll look at a lot of seemingly simple things that can really improve your life.
Take care of yourself!
Adrienne Dellwo - Fibromyalgia & Chronic Fatigue Expert

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 What are Omega 3 Fatty Acids? 

Omega-3 fatty acids (found in fatty fish like salmon), have been a mainstay of alternative health practitioners and have been endorsed by the American Heart Association to reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease Fatty acids like DHA and EPA are considered "essential" fatty acids because the body cannot manufacture them and must obtain them through diet. 
Watch Video 
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 PLAYING THE CHRONIC ILLNESS BLAME GAME
When we’re chronically ill, it’s easy to play the blame game. Every new symptom becomes part of the complicated mishmash of our illness. If our shoulder hurts, we think it must be a weird new fibro pain.  If we feel dizzy, we chalk it up to excessive brain fog. If we’re super tired, we figure we must have overdone it the day before.
But as I learned earlier this month, sometimes that kind of thinking is a big mistake. Not everything is fibro’s (or ME/CFS’) fault.
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 Monday Mindfulness – Week 4

 Continuing to be mindful with Ian Peric of Priceless Vitality.

See you next week.
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 Top Picks - 6 Fibromyalgia Triggers you Should Limit or Eliminate Right Away

 Knowing what your triggers are for fibromyalgia is an important step in your battle to feel better. Each person will show symptoms in different ways and each person may be affected by triggers differently. Continue reading

 This and many more fibromyalgia articles on this page.
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Mornings Made Easy
You might think you're saving calories, but skipping breakfast could set you up for overeating later in the day. Try one of these 20 energizing morning meal ideas.

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Fibromyalgia and Complex Regional Pain Syndrome: the Neurogenic Inflammation Connection 
On the face of it fibromyalgia (FM) and complex regional pain syndrome (CRPS) appear to be very different disorders. 
Both can cause severe pain but in fibromyalgia the pain is generally widespread and less intense (relative to CRPS, anyway) and more intense and localized in CRPS. Both can be triggered by injuries but in CRPS the area surrounding the site of the injury often turns color, starts sweating, swells, loses hair and becomes intensely painful – so painful that in the most severe cases amputation has been done. That kind of vivid, localized  and intense response does not occur in fibromyalgia. The local manifestations of complex regional pain syndrome, Is a similar process occurring in fibromyalgia? CRPS is not always localized, though. The inflammation and/or pain present can spread to other parts of the body. Nor are visible signs of  inflammation lacking in FM. People with FM can experience swelling, reddened skin and similar symptoms. Could these two diseases form the opposite ends of a chronic inflammatory pain spectrum?  An Australian researcher, Geoffrey Littlejohn, believes yes.
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 600 Reasons Turmeric May Be The World’s Most Important Herb
We found a simply astonishing page all about Turmeric and had to share! I honestly think it is one of the best pages about a herb I have ever seen (and I’ve seen a fair number!) The link is after our commentary.
There are several things that are amazing about the page we discovered. First – of course – the fact that there is scientific research to support the notion that turmeric may be beneficial for a staggering 600+ conditions. It is one of the world’s most studied items for medicinal potential, with over 4000 scientific studies being recorded overall.
Then there is the fact that the mighty turmeric has been in use for over 6000 years, with an incredible safety record. Note also, the effects of turmeric have been found by scientists to be greatly enhanced when it is taken in combination with black pepper.
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 10 Super Tips For A Great Night’s Sleep
What are you doing up this late? Get to bed this minute! Seriously though – a good night’s sleep is very important in maintaining your health. Sleep is the time when the body needs to rest – and interestingly, some significant “deep healing” processes take place when we are asleep. Bad sleep quality affects awareness, memory, and coordination [1] – which can ultimately affect a person’s decision making and ability to perform daily tasks at home, work, or school. Sleep privation can also be extremely dangerous: Fatigue has been considered a contributing factor in up to 50 percent of motor vehicle accidents in the United States. [2] Also worthy of note – sleep makes you better looking. You will be even more gorgeous when you are all rested. 
Here are 10 science-supported tips for improving sleep quality:
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 How To Make A Pain Relieving Coconut Oil Arnica Salve
We just found a great recipe for a pain relieving salve that uses arnica and coconut oil – and had to share! The link is at the foot of this article, after my commentary as per usual.
As you can see from the image, the page actually lists not one but two arnica salves, one with soothing lavender & peppermint, the other including cayenne; which contains capasaicin, a substance which has been found to act as a pain reliever. We also featured another page recently with a cayenne cream formula.
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 Avoiding Cabin Fever with Fibromyalgia
If you find yourself spending lots of time at home because of too much pain, low mood or lack of energy you may also find you have cabin fever. While ‘cabin fever’ is not a true psychiatric condition, its effects are very real. When you spend a long time in one place with little to do, your mind tells you that the environment you are in is not optimal for functioning properly. You feel restricted and have difficulty tolerating the lack of freedom to do what you wish to.
Signs of cabin fever include feeling cooped up, having problems with memory or concentration, lack energy or motivation to do anything, or become irritated for no obvious reason. If you experience any of these issues, there are a few things and tips you could use.
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 The Benefits of a Pet When Suffering from Fibromyalgia
I was never allowed a pet when I was young. Both my parents are allergic to cats and dogs, so my childhood goldfish named Dragon was as close as I got to a friendly companion.
Now that I’m a grown up, I have two cats. I was looking for independent animals that could take care of themselves and wouldn’t need too much looking after, and I seem to have ended up with the two neediest cats in the world. They’re more like dogs or small children, so desperate for love and attention!
But, for all their whining and demands, there are so many benefits of having a pet – especially if you suffer from a chronic illness like Fibromyalgia.
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 Clinically Studied Joint Relief Product for FM & ME/CFS 
 Stiffness in the morning, swelling during the day, and aches in the evening: All-day joint discomfort can disrupt an otherwise active and healthy life. Those with ME & Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) and Fibromyalgia (FM) are all too familiar with arthritis concerns and rheumatic changes that can inflame joints and soft tissues. Combined with feelings of daily fatigue,  these aches and pains can be completely debilitating for some ME/CFS and FM sufferers.
Drugs for joint pain abound, but many are associated with side effects, including digestive distress and liver risks.1 Evidence suggests some herbal remedies may be easier to tolerate while still providing potent anti-inflammatory activity that helps bring soothing relief to joints. Perhaps even more promising, research has shown that when certain botanicals and nutrients are combined, they appear to have complementary activities that may boost and multiply their benefits.
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 Adrenal Burnout? Naturally Boost Your Energy & Manage Stress By Terry Lemerond† 
Imagine if you awakened every morning feeling completely inadequate to meet the demands of the day. How would you feel if even a little physical or mental stress left you feeling drained? Problems such as these have an enormous negative impact on relationships, careers, and personal happiness. And the root cause is very often impaired adrenal and/or thyroid function. 
In fact, I have probably been asked more questions about the adrenal and thyroid glandular systems, and the symptoms of underactive adrenal and thyroid function, than just about any other health topic. So many people feel helpless in dealing with their exhaustion following any "fight or flight" stress response. We know that adrenal burnout and an underactive thyroid can have long-term, serious consequences. I also know the symptoms can be confusing regarding whether the issue is with thyroid or adrenal. Are you wondering if your adrenal glands are less than optimal? It is more widespread than you may think. Fortunately, there are amazing natural ingredients that can rejuvenate the adrenal glands and help you live the kind of life you may have only imagined. The adrenal glands - and how to heal them - are the subject of this Terry Talks Nutrition. 
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I am delighted to tell you that our granddaughter (who got married on 1st August) is now a qualified Veterinary Nurse.  She got her final exam results this week.  We are so proud of her. She did a two year course on Animal Management at Brinsbury College followed by a three year Vet Nurse course at Plumpton College on day release from the Veterinary Practice where she has been a trainee assistant nurse.  She is so happy.

 Bye for now

 Stella
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 N.B. The links on this my FMS eNews blog are in the BROWN text, usually in the title of each article but occasionally elsewhere too. Some titles have no links in which case the title is in PURPLE like the dividers.  This blog gives just a taster of each article which can be viewed in full through its link.  If you have any navigation problems, let me know. 
I would like to point out to you that the information in my FMS eNews blog is passed on to you mainly from other sources. Links are given to the original articles. I take no responsibility for their accuracy but freely give them publicity if I think they might be of interest to my readership. Sites I refer you to are for information only. They might conflict in their opinions, they might not even be medically sound, but I merely offer them for you to peruse and make your own judgments, accept or reject as you will. Only by reading widely can we get an overall picture of fibromyalgia syndrome and how we can deal with its symptoms, learn to cope with them and still have a life. Any advice or recommendation of a medical or legal nature should always be discussed with a qualified professional.
I also include various awareness items, benefits issues, as well as general health considerations. Anyone wishing to reproduce any of the included items in printed form should seek permission from the originators.
Wordz for the Week are from ‘Wordz for the Day’ by Donnie Kuhn, Sr. who died in May 2011.
This eNews is my personal offering to fibromyalgia sufferers and their carers and is not related to any other organisation or charity.
If you don’t already get reminders when each new FMS eNews is posted, please send an email to fmsstella@gmail.com and you will be added to the emailing list.

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