Fibromyalgia And Chlorella

The CDC estimated in 2005 that there were about 5 million fibromyalgia sufferers in the United States.  Fibromyalgia is not a degenerative, inflammatory or articular disorder.  It is considered a permanent condition with no known cure.  It is associated with insomnia, headaches, anxiety, depression, a decreased pain threshold, fatigue and widespread pain.  Exacerbations can be triggered by emotional, chemical or physical stress.  Diagnosis is difficult since there currently is not any diagnostic test such as imaging or blood tests to confirm a fibromyalgia diagnosis.  Having at least 11 out of 18 specific muscle tight spots called trigger points is currently considered a positive diagnosis for fibromyalgia. Misdiagnosis of fibromyalgia is common.

The cause of fibromyalgia is currently not known, however one hypothesis is that it is related to aluminum toxicity.  Medical treatment includes drugs that don't cure it, but can relieve symptoms.  Chiropractic care has also been a great benefit to fibromyalgia patients. 

There is another natural treatment for fibromyalgia is chlorella.  Chlorella is a green-blue algae that grows in fresh water. It contains significant amounts of proteins, chlorophyll, minerals, vitamins, carbohydrates and fats.  The mechanism is not clear as far as why chlorella may help relieve fibromyalgia symptoms, but it could have something to do with the detoxification benefits of chlorella.   

Supplementation with chlorella for patients with fibromyalgia has been evaluated in clinical studies with positive results.  You should consult your doctor prior to using chlorella for fibromyalgia since it is contraindicated during pregnancy, breast feeding and can interact with certain medications.

For More Information:

http://www.livestrong.com/article/393654-fibromyalgia-and-chlorella/