BMC Complement Altern Med November 2003 PMID 11602026

Fibromyalgia syndrome improved using a mostly raw vegetarian diet: an observational study.

M S Donaldson, N Speight, S Loomis

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What people are saying

The discussions highlight that the dietary intervention may help fibromyalgia patients, as seen in comments noting its potential benefits, like 'many fibromyalgia subjects can be helped.' The mention of related conditions such as erythromelalgia and Raynaud's hints at broader implications, while the tone remains cautiously optimistic rather than overly enthusiastic, reflecting moderate interest and engagement.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions recognize the positive potential of the dietary intervention, suggesting general support for the findings.

InterestModerate interest

The discussions indicate moderate curiosity, with participants expressing interest in dietary approaches to fibromyalgia management.

EngagementModerate engagement

Posts include brief mentions of related conditions and potential mechanisms, showing some depth of engagement.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussions suggest that the article's findings could influence ongoing health and dietary discussions, though without widespread consensus.

Abstract in brief

  • The study investigated whether a mainly raw vegetarian diet could improve symptoms of fibromyalgia, a condition characterized by pain, fatigue, sleep issues, and depression, by measuring various health outcomes.
  • Results showed significant improvements in fibromyalgia impact scores, quality of life, pain levels, shoulder mobility, flexibility, and walking ability, with about 60% of participants classified as responders.
  • By the end of the study, many patients' health scores approached normal levels for their age group, indicating that a mostly raw vegetarian diet may help alleviate fibromyalgia symptoms for some patients.]

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Tom Hennessy
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@thisistheillme Erythromelalgia linked to Raynauds, which, links to LongCovid. "This dietary intervention shows that many fibromyalgia subjects can be helped by a mostly raw vegetarian diet." https://t.co/azixka5Du5 https://t.co/xYiV84vHlS

Oct 13, 2024 · 46 followers View post →

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Tom Hennessy
@ironjustice · X

@thisistheillme Erythromelalgia linked to Raynauds, which, links to LongCovid. "This dietary intervention shows that many fibromyalgia subjects can be helped by a mostly raw vegetarian diet." https://t.co/azixka5Du5 https://t.co/xYiV84vHlS

Oct 13, 2024 · 46 followers View post →