In 1995 I took charge of my life and found herbs and minerals that control my FMS, as long as I stay away from sugary foods and drinks. I no longer take a prescription of any kind and have no intentions of ever taking another one. I am pain free 99% of time. Yes, FMS is still with me but I get my sleep by taking a formula of several herbs at bedtime Also a necessity is having sufficient probiotics of equal natural flora to balance out intestinal system so bowels can stay healthy. Equally important is a strong balance of minerals, antioxidants and meganutrients. If stress is a problem I temporarily add a natural stress reducing formula of herbs to counteract that.

Most doctors in 2003 still do not consider FMS a legitimate illness, but will try to appease a patient while knowing nothing about how to help them.

I discovered there were certain things that I eat that exacerbates FMS, so I steer clear of them and take my herbs, minerals, meganutrient vitamins, antioxidants and probiotics daily.

Occasionally I wake up with "Ouch, where did those pains come from?" Of course it only takes a moment for me to remember that I did it to myself. I had to have that Hershey's with almonds or a fun size snickers with almonds, or maybe it was a cherry soda or hot fudge banana nut sundae. Anyway, I did it to myself!

My 30+ years with FMS has taught me a few things about myself that I'm not particularly happy with but it's there. It took me years to figure out that almost all exacerbation of my FMS days are caused from what I did or did not put into my mouth. I now know those times that I indulge is going to make me suffer with pain and I have to decide if it's worth it and should others around me suffer for my indulgence? Those days have now become few and far between. And I'm beginning to enjoy ability to take charge! My doctor thinks I'm nuts but he lets me go do my natural treatment and seems puzzled at how I stay healthy after 30 years with FMS.

Hoping you make a smart decision to take charge of your health! Lena

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Motivation: They offer a certified personal trainer to help you with individual needs to set personalized goals.

Fitness Strategies: Strength training, aerobics, cardio, team sports.

Risk of Injury: Limited risk of injury if you follow instructions of trainers.

Nutritional Information: They offer a complete personal training program that takes into account nutritional information and will help you develop a diet plan.

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