Fibromyalgia is a disorder where an individual has widespread pain. It may cause fatigue, sleep issues, memory problems, and changes in mood. It may cause depression and anxiety. The body may have stiffness, pain, or tenderness. For some, fibromyalgia is debiliating.
We can use herbs and supplements to try to counter the pain and provide relief for fibromyalgia. Calendula, rosemary oil, cayenne, and ginger powder may be used topically to relieve soreness and tenderness. Ginger powder may be added to a bath to soak. Burdock root, dandelion, and red clover teas all contain antioxidants which help remove oxidative stress from the body. Burdock root also removes toxins from the blood and helps with circulation.
Reishi may relieve inflammation, fatigue, insomnia, and anxiety. An imbalance or deficiency of magnesium and calcium may play a role in the development of fibromyalgia. They play an important role in decreasing inflammation in the body. Making sure to have enough magnesium and calcium may decrease the amount of tenderness in the body.
