HERBAL REMEDIES FOR FIBROMYALGIA - WHICH ONE WILL WORK FOR YOU?
Herbal remedies are a major part of health care in many cultures around the world, and have been used successfully for thousands of years. Herbal remedies can be used effectively as essential oils, extracts, ointments, teas and tablets. It’s only been in the last 150 years that pharmaceutical companies have tried to replicate the active compounds found in plants, with chemicals made in laboratories. Unfortunately, the synthetic medications prescribed today have dangerous side effects and don’t help your body naturally like herbal remedies do. There are quite a few herbal remedies that you can chose for help with the many symptoms of fibromyalgia, including: widespread muscle pain, chronic fatigue and sleep disorders, depression, and immune deficiency. Herbs may take longer to work than medication, but herbs are a lot safer to take than most medications are. Benefits of Herbal Remedies for Fibromyalgia• Fewer side effects than medication• Herbs help your body heal itself naturally • Herbs cost less than most traditional medical treatments • A single herbal remedy can treat many different symptoms Best Herbal Remedies for FibromyalgiaBlack Cohosh – Improves menopausal symptoms, lowers cholesterol and blood pressure. My wife used it for relief from hot flashes.Boswellia – Relieves pain and inflammation. I have used Boswellia very successfully for pain relief.Burdock – Improves digestion, immune function, and many skin conditions. Cayenne – Relieves muscle pain, headaches, and improves circulation. Chamomile – Is a calming herb that can improve sleep, lessen anxiety and menstrual cramps. Dandelion - Lowers the intensity and frequency of pain.Devil’s claw root – Reduces pain and inflammation. It is a natural anti-inflammatory. Echinacea – Supports immune system and prevents infection. My family takes this at the first sign of a cold coming on. Ginger – Calms upset stomachs and may act as an anti-inflammatory. My son takes it whenever he has to fly on an airplane. Ginger tea can be used as a pain reliever. Ginko – Improves memory, circulation, and depression. Ginseng – Increases energy, relieves stress, and boosts immune function. Goldenseal – Reduces chronic fatigue, inflammation, and stomach aches. Goldenseal also strengthens your immune system and fights infections. Grape seed extract – Reduces pain and inflammation. Kava Kava –Relaxes muscles and calms nervous anxiety. My wife found this helped relieve her anxiety associated with fibromyalgia. Lavender – Relieves muscle pain, depression, insomnia, and headaches. Lavender improves urine flow, respiratory disorders, digestion, circulation and immunity. Licorice root – Relieves stomach problems and supports heart and liver health. Milk Thistle – Improves immune system and liver function.Passionflower – Relieves insomnia, stress, mood swings, panic attacks, and anxiety. Pine Bark – Reduces pain and inflammation, and improves circulation. Saw Palmetto – Helps men with prostate and urinary flow problems. I have been helped by this herb. Skullcap – Relieves headaches, pain, muscle cramps, and improves sleep. Slippery Elm – Improves stomach problems and chronic indigestion. St John’s Wort – Relieves depression and sharp nerve pain. Long term use may cause sensitivity to sunlight. Turmeric – Is a strong anti-inflammatory herb that relieves pain and inflammation of fibromyalgia, arthritis, and Inflammatory Bowel Disease. Valerian root– Relaxes muscle and improves sleep. Willow bark – Is an anti-inflammatory and painkiller. I have seen herbal remedies for fibromyalgia work well for many of my patients. You should let your health care provider know about any herbs you are taking. Some herbs should not be taken with other herbs or certain prescription medications. The health care professionals that I have found to be most knowledgeable about herbal remedies are Homeopaths, and some Chiropractors and Naturopaths who have a specialized focus on herbal remedies. To Your Best Health, Dr. Cliff
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