In this talk, “Targeted Diet + Lifestyle tips for Fibromyalgia🌱” I summarize 4 key tips for alleviating the symptoms + conditions caused by Fibromyalgia. . The chronic fatigue and pain can be unbearable, but we could strengthen our mind-body connection to combat them. . Listen in as I share key healing goals and specific nutritional and lifestyle tips for reducing fibromyalgia related pain!
When Dr Chris van Tulleken embarked on an ultra-processed 30 day diet to uncover what effect it has on our bodies, the results leave him and the scientists in shock!
Not a fan of fish but need to get more omega-3s? Say no more.
Fish oil has got you covered. But if you don’t mind eating fish, then that’s good too. Fish oil can be obtained by eating fish or taking supplements.
Either way, your body gets enriched with the beneficial oils known as omega-3 fatty acids that are especially abundant in mackerel, salmon, herring, and tuna. Most benefits of fish oil come from the omega-3s present in it.
One of these is that it reduces inflammation, which we will be discussing further in today’s video. So, don’t go just yet and join us as we probe deeper into the good things that fish oil does to the human body.
Regular consumption of milk is not associated with increased levels of cholesterol, according to new research.
A study published in the International Journal of Obesity looked at three large population studies and found that people who regularly drank high amounts of milk had lower levels of both good and bad cholesterol, although their BMI levels were higher than non-milk drinkers. Further analysis of other large studies also suggests that those who regularly consumed milk had a 14% lower risk of coronary heart disease.
The team of researchers took a genetic approach to milk consumption by looking at a variation in the lactase gene associated with digestion of milk sugars known as lactose.
The study identified that having the genetic variation where people can digest lactose was a good way for identifying people who consumed higher levels of milk.
Prof Vimal Karani, Professor of Nutrigenetics and Nutrigenomics at the University of Reading said:
“We found that among participants with a genetic variation that we associated with higher milk intake, they had higher BMI, body fat, but importantly had lower levels of good and bad cholesterol. We also found that those with the genetic variation had a significantly lower risk of coronary heart disease. All of this suggests that reducing the intake of milk might not be necessary for preventing cardiovascular diseases.”
The new research was conducted following several contradictory studies that have previously investigated the causal link between higher dairy intake and cardiometabolic diseases such as obesity and diabetes. To account for inconsistencies in sampling size, ethnicity and other factors, the team conducted a meta-analysis of data in up to 1.9 million people and used the genetic approach to avoid confounding.
Even though the UK biobank data showed that those with the lactase genetic variation had 11% lower risk of type 2 diabetes, the study did not suggest that there is any strong evidence for a link between higher milk intake and increased likelihood of diabetes or its related traits such as glucose and inflammatory biomarkers.
Professor Karani said:
“The study certainly shows that milk consumption is not a significant issue for cardiovascular disease risk even though there was a small rise in BMI and body fat among milk drinkers. What we do note in the study is that it remains unclear whether it is the fat content in dairy products that is contributing to the lower cholesterol levels or it is due to an unknown ‘milk factor'”.
Natural holistic nutritional therapy for those suffering from Fibromyalgia. Forming a solid nutritional plan is vital for Fibromyalgia sufferers who may be nutrient- depleted. Pain from FMS can be so debilitating that one’s appetite may be quite low, making it easy to skip meals.
An anti-inflammatory, plant-based diet focusing on fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains is highly advised for the treatment of Fibromyalgia.
In order to reduce inflammation in your diet, begin a food journal. Identifying specific foods that trigger pain associated with FMS can help reduce internal inflammation and prevent future reactions. Gluten is a common example that sets off an inflammatory response in the gut. You may consider having your doctor test your blood for a gluten allergy and also for other food sensitivities. Sugar is another potent source of inflammation for the body.
Sugar and refined grains or processed foods that break down into sugar, can activate an inflammatory response and promote the overgrowth of Candida yeast in the gut. This can further the inflammatory process and disturb digestion. Therefore avoiding sugar in your diet may significantly reduce Fibromyalgia pain.
There is a strong connection between the inflammation seen in Fibromyalgia patients and those suffering from Irritable bowel syndrome or poor intestinal health. Maintaining a healthy intestinal tract can reduce total body inflammation and is key for treating FMS. Probiotics are often recommended to normalize the gut by replacing bad bacteria with good intestinal microflora.
Digestive enzymes may also prove helpful for the body to digest food more completely and maximize nutrient absorption. Lastly, Fiber is an essential part of your nutritional plan to manage FMS. It is vital for overall bowel health and can help bind and remove toxins in the intestine from the body.