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Hi, I hope this will help. My aunt has fibromyalgia and takes lyrica but I hope these herbs might help a bit...Herbs



Fibromyalgia can cause a variety of symptoms and pain in various parts of the body. Various herbs will work to relieve these symptoms without the use of prescription pain medication. When using herbs, it is important to remember that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration does not regulate them. Ensure that you are getting high quality herbs by looking for sources that have a reputation for quality and safety.

Echinacea is an herb that will boost the immune system and help to prevent infections. Do not use this herb with children. It is effective to use at the first indication of an infection or cold for quick relief. Black currant seed oil has been used to treat the symptoms of fibromyalgia, such as joint inflammation. Feverfew is used to treat fibromyalgia headaches and migraines. Boswellia, white willow bark and meadowsweet are also pain relieving herbs that can effectively treat the body aches that are common in fibromyalgia. Chamomile is an effective herb to treat the sleep disturbances that occur with fibromyalgia. Some of the other herbs that are used to treat sleep disorders and anxiety that is common in fibromyalgia are St. John's wort, valerian root and passionflower. Anxiety and depression are common symptoms of fibromyalgia and can benefit from these calming herbs. Getting a proper amount of sleep can often help a variety of other symptoms as well. Chronic fatigue is a common symptom of fibromyalgia and ginseng has been used for many years to increase energy and help relieve anxiety and stress. Ginseng is also used to treat memory problems, which are typical in fibromyalgia patients



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