FIBROMYALGIA

There is no established cause for Fibromyalgia, and there is no 'cure.' Traditional medical therapies have emerged and sometimes been found to be of limited help. Alternative medical therapies are sometimes successful in abating symptoms.

People so affected are rendered more inactive; yet, ironically, studies suggest exercise interventions offer the most promise. Again, I maintain that there is hope by way of prevention: avoidance of harmful substances such as pollution, cigarette smoke, drugs, and processed foods - and the inclusion of healthy food and appropriate exercise. Do I sound like a broken record? Like I'm singing the same old song? Read on. In future chapters you'll find the song is one worth singing.