malic acid is found in apples and helps with the symtoms of fibromyalgia, what else is it found in and how else can i get it ?
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Malic Acid occurs naturally in all fruits. It is generated during fruit metabolism. Malic Acid is naturally present in seventeen different fruits.\n\nwhite grape\nblackberry\nprickly pear\npear\nwatermelon\nnectarine\nlychee\napple\norange \nbanana\nstrawberry\ntomato\nmango\nkiwi\npeach\nred sour cherry\nraspberry\n\nCheck this site out\n\nhttp://www.bartek.ca/malic_acid.html\n\nyou can also buy malic acid powder to add drinks, etc. yourself or take supplements with malic acid in it.\n\nTry your local GNC or other vitamin and nutrition stores near you. Or you can find suplements on the web, like here:\nhttp://www.calibex.com/malic-acid/zzcalibex1zB1z0--search-html
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Try eating a banana.  You need Potassium dear apple blossom.
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In my experience pain medications do not work. My best advise is make sure to get plenty of sleep, take a multiple vitamin, keep active in at least low impact sports, and consider Magnesium and Malic Acid supplements (consult the doctor or a nutritionist to have your Magnesuim level checked- it is a simpe mouth swab and not painful), meditation does help some in keeping the pain back if you can seperate your mind from the pain, and try to take 2-3 warm Epson Salt baths a week (Epson salt contains Magnesium and soaking in a warm tub of it helps to get the mineral into the body. Magnesium aids the muscles in using oxygen and when the level is low which is typical in Fibro it can cause are cramps, spasms, and pain.) Also, Fibromyalgia is a neurotransmitter disorder certain foods can trigger similiar symptoms to Fibro. Try eliminating Monsodium Glutamate from your diet. I did and some of my symptoms (chronic headaches and nausea) went away. It is in everything from Doritos to chicken soup. A few key finding's of an FDA study found MSG to cause a "burning sensation in the back of the neck, forearms and chest". If you need adjustments try to see a D.O. instead of a chiropractor. Chiros tend to be a little more violent in their adjustments and can cause more pain in your soft tissue. D.O.s do a more passive adjustment which I've found to be much more beneficial. Otherwise, learn your limits and pace yourself.\nGood luck!
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cardio workouts are the best for fibromyalgia,plus massages.it is very important to keep fresh oxygenated blood running through the muscles.and massages plus muscle workouts keep the lymph fluid flowing,pooled lymph fluid is what causes the tight feeling as though fluids are pooling.good nutrition and sleep cycles and a routine as far as all of these.i have fibromyalgia for last 6 years.my rheumatologist worked with me for a year and i feel great.i take vicodin only if pain is severe and intolerable.i take klonopin 3 times a day to stay calm and not get stressed.we all know fibro folks cant handle adrenaline rushes,and it helps me sleep good..other wise i take tylenol 3 times a day only and use alternative methods without drugs to feel well and energetic.
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Apple cider vinegar! If I feel toxic, I alternate so one night I soak in hot water and epsom salts then the next night in hot apple cider vinegar with water. \n\nBe sure to drink plenty of water, too!
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http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/lists/symall.htm\n\nI hope this helps, feel better!
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I am not sure I necessarily agree with Dr. J's assessment of what constitutes a diagnosis.  There are many disease entities that we don't know what causes them, yet they clearly remain a disease - hypertension, MS, depression, and Alzheimer's Dementia are among many others.  He also made a point about Vit D deficiency and he's probably right about most Doctors not testing for it.  \n\nFibromyalgia is a funny syndrome.  There are definite definable similarities between patients.  Unfortunately we have not been able to isolate any pathology to "fix."  It may be a matter of we just don't know what to look for.  I suspect that we will eventually discover that this syndrome is literally all in people's head.  (Not to be confused with an imaginary thing)but a disorder in the brain either is causing the pain and fatigue or sensing it too acutely.  \n\nThe symptoms you typically have with a virus - achey, tired, are not the virus rather it is our own body causing this and signalling us - hey, you are ill, slow down.  I bet this normal process has gone bad and is implicated in fibromyalgia.  When we figure out why this area is working overtime, or at least how to treat that area, I bet we will have a legitimate treatment for FM. \n\nThere are treatments now, however - and people do get over the problem.  Two areas of high importance in my experience is treating anxiety or depression if it exists (almost always does) and treating any sleep disorder (frequently exists too).  These are two areas that have the biggest impact on a patient's outlook and there lies the rub.  Those who are positive and manage not to look at this like they are a victim do much, much better.  Those who feel helpless and victimized do much worse.  Check out some of the links above.  I wish your Mother well.
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Hello again there!  Sorry to hear about how you feel.  I also have CFS or abstein bar.  I'm a bit of a pro at it, the difference with me is that I am a new person after my treatment. CFS starts out as Mononucleosis (MONO) the virus which if untreated turns to CFS, so that's why my doctor treats it with Valtrex.  Depression and anxiety come with CFS which also causes joint and muscle soreness, that's where the antidepressants come in.  As far as the fybromyalgia the only thing I know for it is pain management and that is something I don't dare explain because I have no personal experience but from my mother having it I know it's not easy to treat. Listen, if your doctor disagrees with the treatment that I just described to you as far as the CFS then you need to find someone who is more open to your health solutions. I love my doctor, he's so wonderful that my trust in him is unmentionable. I know it's scary to try someone new, but you need to feel better.  Wouldn't you like to feel normal again?  Be able to get up when you wake up and go.  Not fall asleep at the wheel.  You get my point.  I'm a new person and I have a new baby.  Believe me it feels good to be awake and the weight of the world is now a lot more manageable.  By the way drinking makes it worse, a lot worse!  So if you do, you need to take a break until you're all better.  Believe me it didn't help me any, I thank GOD for today. Chat with you later   I hope this info helps u a little bit. By the way if you're having trouble with a day at a time, try an hour at a  time.  Sounds like you're under a lot of stress and that makes the CFS worse all of the time.  Help is on the way,  you'll be alright. My doctor always reassured me that I'd be o.k., he is very involved with his patients and that's why everyone loves and trusts him so much
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I had attacks when in England,from 90'-2000.These over here are more frequent,and,don't respond to the treatment as well.Alupurinol,colcicine and diclomax would seem favourite but,I have a drawer full of them,my advice,and that of any doctor over here,..if its got wings, dont eat it! Chicken is full of URIC acid which is the cause, I suppose you are on a high drink diet same as me,lol, see what happens when you give the KFC a miss. Good luck. Tony from Pattaya
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Yes...I have Fibromyalgia. There is no cure.  There are ways to ease it. I do take medication... I find that Neurotin works good .. I had a lot of nerve pain.... and dont over do things... If I do I cant get out of bed the next day. \n\nHere is a good site where u can post question and review answers from people who have the condition.
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Ok here are some pills you can buy at your local health food store that can help: Boron 3mg daily do not exceed this amount, Bromelain take as directed on label 3 times daily, Glucosamine sulfate take as directed on label, Pantothenic acid(vitamin B5) 500-1000 mg daily, primrose oil take as directed on label twice daily be fore meals, sea cucumber take as directed on label, silica as directed,cell guard from Biotec Foods as directed, vitamin E 400 IU daily.Eat alfalfa sprouts it has mineral essential for bone formation, cat's claw(you can buy in pill form or tea bags)is good for relieving pain, fever few(pill or tea)and ginger(fresh is better)is good for pain and soreness. Cayenne pepper is good because the capsaicin in it inhibits the release of substance P(a neurotransmitter responsible for communicating pain sensations.)Capsaicin can be absorb through the skin, buy some wintergreen oil mix with the cayenne and make a paste, apply it to the painful joints. It may sting but with repeated use it will deminish. You can also buy cayenne in pill form.Eat foods like eggs, asparagus, garlic and onions because they contain sulfur. Sulfur is needed for the repair and rebuilding of bone, cartilage and connective tissues also it aids in the absorbtion of calcium. Other good foods are green leafy vegetables which supply vitamin K, fresh vegetables, non-acidic fresh fruits, whole grains like oatmeal, brown rice and fish.Eat foods like rice, wheat and rye these contain histidine. Histidine is good for removing excess metals from the body, many people with arthritis have higher levels of copper and iron in the body. Eat fresh pinapple(good source of bromeline)it's good for reducing inflamation.IT HAS TO BE FRESH!!! Eat some form of fiber like ground flaxseed, oat bran or rice bran daily. Reduce the amount of fat in your diet. Avoid dairy products, red meat, caffeine, citrus fruits, paprika, salt, msg,tobacco and sugar.This is a lot to take in I know this is the life I have to live because of my lupus. If you would like a better understanding of why you should eat and avoid certain foods feel free to e-mail me.
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People who have fibromyalgia, panic disorder, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, and other anxiety-related problems have chronic pain because of tense muscles. The best therapy I know of is Yoga or Tai Chi. When you enroll in a class you will notice improvement rather quickly. Also, hot baths, low lights, candlelight, noise elimination will help. Good luck.
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I'm a 35-year-old male who first started exhibiting symptoms such as pain, tingling and numbness in my legs and arms seven years ago, and the pain and numbness got progressively worse. I went to numerous specialists who ruled out MS, Lyme disease and other possibilities before a doctor finally diagnosed fibromyalgia three years ago--but none of the prescription meds (Elavil is the only one I recall) helped my symptoms. I finally stumbled across a site for FMS patients and followed a couple of the suggestions that one of the site members made, and it has made all the difference in the world. Every night at bedtime I take 800 mg. of naproxen (Aleve) and a 1000-mg. flaxseed oil capsule. It has not been foolproof at controlling my pain, but it has made a huge difference. A couple months ago I ran out of naproxen about three days before payday, and by the time I was finally able to get the naproxen three days later, my pain was so bad that I could hardly walk. The difference between using it and not using it was like night and day. I also take homeopathic-strength Arnica tablets for further pain relief as needed. Check out the links below for more information.\n\nWith all due respect to the doctor who posted above that he thinks FMS is just a "filler" diagnosis, just because some people exhibit psychomatic symptoms to the exclusion of any symptom remedy or use FMS as an excuse to get a narcotic fix, that does not mean that all people diagnosed with FMS are like this. Please stick with what you can prove medically and not just what you assume.
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I have been reading this book called Menopause Without Medicine, \nwanted to share something with you that I read today.\n\nIf you have emotional distress, what are the chances that you are \nmissing a vital vitamin or mineral in your diet? Check whether any of \nthe symptoms listed below are familiar to you:\n\n- Vitamin B-1(thiamine): loss of appetite, depression, irritability,\n  memory loss, sensitivity to noise, inability to concentrate, \n  fatigue, reduced attention span.\n\n- Vitamin B-3 (niacin): insomnia, nervousness, confusion, depression,\n  hallucination, loss of memory\n\n- Vitamin B-6: anxiety, depression, irritability, insomnia\n\n- Pantothenic acid: depression, inability to tolerate stress\n\n- Vitamin B-12 (cobalamine): difficulty concentrating and remembering,\n  stuporous depression, severe agitation, hallucinations, manic\n  behavior\n\n- Folic acid: irritabiity, weakness, apathy, hostility, anemia\n\n- Vitamin C: increased stress and fatigue\n\n_ Vitamin E: depression, lethargy\n\n- Potassium: nervousness, irritability, mental disorientation\n\n- Magnesium: paranoid psychosis\n\n- Calcium: anxiety, neurosis, fatigue, insomnia, tension\n\n- Zinc: anemia, poor mental function\n\n- Iron: depression, lethargy, poor concentration, irritability,\n  decreased attention span, personality changes\n\n- Essential fatty acid: anxiety, irritability, insomnia\n\nThe chemical makeup of the brain requires an ample and constant \nsupply of essential nutrients. Vitamins, amino acids, fatty acids, \nand enyzymes are all interrelated, each dependent on the others for \nabsorption and utilization; moreover, a shortage of one vital element \ncan render all the others less effective. That is why nutritionists \nurge people to eat a variety of nutrient-dense foods.\n\nI do know from past research and personal experience that if you are \nnot taking a good multi-vitamin along with a mineral supplement it is \nmore difficult to get your hormones balanced and keep them there...\n\n\nNeed more info?\nE-mail me!\nBlessings~\nMichelle Jones
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You can search the following sites:\nwww.discoveryhealth.co.uk\nwww.zeroprescriptions.com/P/ponstel-mefenamic-acid.html
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Dear,visit a real good specialist,a neurologist.to say accurately is it CFS and fibromyalgia or depression.I am inclined to think that if you not present the symptoms of depression it is more likely you not to suffer from it..and there's so sure solution and also harmless..for CFS is reqiered to be treated simply with the addition of arginine aspartame,so try it..Sargenor is one product which contains it and you can buy it without prescription and has no side effects..Unfortunately,too many specialist don't pay the needed attention and are inclined to superficial answers like too much stress,just a case of depression etc.I really suggest you to try(again I repeat Aspartame is totally free and taken even without a prescription will not harm you)..Sagenor..I suffered from CFS and that helped me within 10 days.I also suffered from depresson and can tell there's a great difference between them!! Good luck and if you need more info or whatever I'll be glad to answer you!!
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these are some minerals that i found were in apples:\n\nMinerals \nCalcium 9.66 mg \nCopper 0.05 mg \nIron 0.24 mg \nManganese 0.06 mg \nMagnesium 6.90 mg \nPhosphorus 9.66 mg \nPotassium 158.70 mg \nSelenium 0.41 mcg \nSodium trace mg \nZinc 0.05 mg \nFats