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Neuronutritional Approach to Fibromyalgia Management: A Narrative Review.

Pain and therapy
October 1, 2024
Anastasiia Badaeva et al. (7 authors)
Journal ArticleReviewHuman Study
Extracted Claims (18)
InterventionDirectionEndpointPopulationDosageImpactClaim #
vitamin D supplementation
decrease
FM symptoms
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-
have shown potential in reducing
#1
magnesium supplementation
decrease
FM symptoms
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-
have shown potential in reducing
#2
iron supplementation
decrease
FM symptoms
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-
have shown potential in reducing
#3
probiotics supplementation
decrease
FM symptoms
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-
have shown potential in reducing
#4
weight loss
decrease
inflammation
FM patients
-
has been associated with reduced
#5
weight loss
increase
quality of life
FM patients
-
has been associated with improved
#6
plant-based diets
decrease
FM symptoms
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-
have shown promise in managing
#7
low-FODMAPs diet
decrease
FM symptoms
-
-
have shown promise in managing
#8
low-FODMAPs diet
decrease
related gastrointestinal disorders
-
-
have shown promise in managing
#9
vitamin D
increase
FM management
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-
are discussed for their potential benefits in
#10
magnesium
increase
FM management
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-
are discussed for their potential benefits in
#11
vitamin B12
increase
FM management
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-
are discussed for their potential benefits in
#12
coenzyme Q10
increase
FM management
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-
are discussed for their potential benefits in
#13
probiotics
increase
FM management
-
-
are discussed for their potential benefits in
#14
omega-3 fatty acids
increase
FM management
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-
are discussed for their potential benefits in
#15
melatonin
increase
FM management
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-
are discussed for their potential benefits in
#16
S-adenosylmethionine
increase
FM management
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are discussed for their potential benefits in
#17
acetyl-L-carnitine
increase
FM management
-
-
are discussed for their potential benefits in
#18
Abstract

Fibromyalgia (FM) is a complex and common syndrome characterized by chronic widespread pain, fatigue, sleep disturbances, and various functional symptoms without clear structural or pathological causes. Affecting approximately 1-5% of the global population, with a higher prevalence in women, FM significantly impacts patients' quality of life, often leading to considerable healthcare costs and loss of productivity. Despite its prevalence, the etiology of FM remains elusive, with genetic, environmental, and psychological factors, including nutrition, being implicated. Currently, no universally accepted treatment guidelines exist, and management strategies are often symptomatic. This narrative review explores the potential of a neuronutritional approach to FM management. It synthesizes existing research on the relationship between FM and nutrition, suggesting that dietary interventions could be a promising complementary treatment strategy. Various nutritional interventions, including vitamin D, magnesium, iron, and probiotics supplementation, have shown potential in reducing FM symptoms, such as chronic pain, anxiety, depression, cognitive dysfunction, sleep disturbances, and gastrointestinal issues. Additionally, weight loss has been associated with reduced inflammation and improved quality of life in FM patients. The review highlights the anti-inflammatory benefits of plant-based diets and the low-FODMAPs diet, which have shown promise in managing FM symptoms and related gastrointestinal disorders. Supplements such as vitamin D, magnesium, vitamin B12, coenzyme Q10, probiotics, omega-3 fatty acids, melatonin, S-adenosylmethionine, and acetyl-L-carnitine are discussed for their potential benefits in FM management through various mechanisms, including anti-inflammatory effects, modulation of neurotransmitters, and improvement of mitochondrial function. In conclusion, this review underscores the importance of considering neuronutrition as a holistic approach to FM treatment, advocating for further research and clinical trials to establish comprehensive dietary guidelines and to optimize management strategies for FM patients.

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PubMed ID39042252
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