Is protein important for fibro?

Hi,

I read someplace that protein is important if you have fibro.  I don't eat much red meat, but I do eat some chicken, but have a tendency to eat things like popcorn, fruit, veggies and cereals.  Food isn't real exciting anymore and I don't know why because I love to cook (when I have the energy) and I used to love to eat.  I made some chicken noodle soup this morning and it's simmering on the stove, but I know when it comes time to eat it, I won't be that interested.

I know I'm not moving around as much as I used to, so I think that may be why the appetite isn't there.

So much of fibro is so confusing to me and any thoughts on this would be very much appreciated.

Thanks and have a great day!

American woman

In my case protein is important. My type of fibromyalgia is severe and non stop. I tone down the pain with swimming, reduced stress, exercise and food. lol

I drink Ensure on the days that I do not think I have received enough protein. I eat eggs daily to reduce my appetite and provide protein. I think protein is essential for my muscles which give me lots of pain.

One thing I have discovered is that when I feel tired and am in a lot of pain a good swim and a steak ensures that I will have a better day on the day after. I also eat lamb, fish, chicken and tofu. However, beef provides the necessary creatine for my muscles.

I do eat a variety of carbohydrates for energy and do not do well at all on a low carb diet.

This is my experience.

Donnaeil

... Also, the traditional advice often given for severe fatigue is to eat protein for an energy boost during the day, and carbohydrates at night.

Is Ensure full of sugar? If so, drinking it might be counterproductive, as you may get a sugar surge then crash.

What about a boiled egg, or some natural yoghurt, or a glass of milk, or something like that?

I have eggs every day but usually will make scrambled or an omelet and use two eggs...but only one egg yolk.  By doing this, my cholestorol is just fine and I'm getting most of the nutrients needed. I do think a good, balanced diet is good for anyone. 

 

I always include fresh veggies and fresh fruits and I do count my carbs.  I'm diabetic plus I gain weight easily. 

 

Lastly, I pretty much avoid fast food places and prepackaged foods.  I'm an avid label reader and I can't even pronounce some of the chemicals they put in that stuff and that can't possibly help you at all.  And God only knows what fast foods hold!     So I stick to fresh, home-prepared food most of the time.

 

Sherrine