Novidades na terapia nutricional da fibromialgia: uma revisão de literatura

Abstract

The importance of nutritional therapy in patients with fibromyalgia (FM) has proved over the years as a positive proposal on symptomology of patients with this disease. Some studies have shown that good nutrition is essential for these individuals to ease the pains impaired in patients with FM. The study is a review of literature that shows results obtained from literature searches and data base electronics like PubMed, Science Direct and SciELO. We used articles from national and international studies of the last eight years, in order to explain a better quality of life in individuals with FM. Reporting on the adequate intake of nutrients sources of coenzyme Q10, tryptophan, omega 3 and the restriction of gluten for better functionality and decrease the symptoms characteristic of the disease. We conclude that the introduction of these nutrients in patients with FM unsuccessful successful treatments along with reducing inflammation, chronic fatigue, excessive fatigue, improving stress levels and mood. Given the results presented nutrients in encouraging the adequate intake of it to a good quality of life.