Reversing Fibromyalgia: The Whole-Health Approach to Overcoming Fibromyalgia Through Nutrition, Exercise, and Supplements

by Joe M. Elrod

Book Overview

Pain, aches, depression, fatigue. These symptoms can be telling signs of an emerging disorder, Fibromyalgia, which is related to arthritis but also quite different. Until recently, lack of information... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 158054326X
• ISBN13: 9781580543262
• Release Date: January 2002
• Publisher: Woodland Publishing
• Length: 286 Pages
• Weight: 0.78 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.4" x 8.5"

Customer Reviews

There are better books on fibromyalgia out there.

It's got some good info on the mental aspect of fibromyalgia, but some of the supplement suggestions are outdated. Would suggest Dr. teitelbaum's books.

True to form........

I believe that this book is a God-send to people that have fibromyalgia. I have had this syndrome for 5 years and when I picked up this book and read it all I could say is THANK GOD for this wonderful man and his research. DO NOT waste your money on any other book about this subject;JUST GET THIS ONE!!!!!!!!!

Absolutely Wonderful!!!!!!!

I have had fibromyalgia for many years but no one could diagnose it until now. But the physician put me on many medications such as anti-inflammatories, 2 antidepressants, which knocked me out for 2 days at a time, and pain pills. The pain continued and I only felt disconnected. Getting out of bed was a major task due to pain and a drug-induced state. I recently 2 months ago saw this book and had some hope. I immediately went to GNC the next day with my husband and bought everything Dr. Elrod suggested. At first I thought, "How am I going to take all of this stuff". But I divided it up in 4 doses a day and within 3 days I was sleeping all night and my pain was almost completely gone. I had the stiffness due to lack of exercise, due to extreme pain. But now I am doing stretching exercises and walking and I feel better and better each day. I have incorporated eating more nutritious meals and not only do I feel excellent, but my mind is sharper (because it is not focused on pain and exhaustion) and I have more energy and not to mention, my complexion is 100% better. I look healthy again!!! I am back to doing the things I enjoy like working out in the yard. My husband is thrilled because he gradually saw the life completely "zapped" out of me and has now returned. Words can not express how grateful I am for this book. Thank you Dr. Elrod!!!!!!!!

Help but best of all HOPE.

Dr Elrod, is a down to earth and gets to the root of this frustrating depressing disease. His belief that there is real help, not just masking the "Flare-Ups" with drugs made me pick this book up in the first place. I was in the middle of a "No SLEEP" cycle, in pain and so depressed I felt hopeless. Following his advice on "Returning to Restful Sleep" I saw major improvement in the first night and by the third night was really SLEEPING! With this long sought after rest I got up feeling alot less pain and have been able to take almost no pain medication. Best of all an improved mental state, knowing that I'm finally on the right track. With Dr. Elrods book in hand I can improve my life and return to the healthy, active life I once had. I have read a "bunch" of books on this subject and felt it just might be hopeless, that I could ever enjoy life again. This book is easy to understand and with clear directions on accomplishing better health, he's lets one know it didn't happen overnight and won't be heal that fast either. NO magic pill, it takes our active particpation! But hope is here!

If you really want to feel better, this is the one.

Dr. Elrod has written an invaluable tool for those who are determined to conquer fibromyalgia and get on with life. His manner of delivery is superb -- easy to understand, accurate, practical, and compassionate. There are many books about fibromyalgia on the market, but, unfortunately, most of them dwell on how rough it can be and leave you to wait for your next flare. Dr. Elrod takes the bull by the horns and puts you back in control. Get on with life -- apply the advice in this book, and you'll be amazed.

A fabulous guide to living and coping with fibromyalgia

When faced with living with a condition that many doctors don't even believe exists, it is easy to loose faith that there is any help available. Dr. Elrod restores that faith and gives the reader wonderful nutritional, supplimental, and emotional ways to combat this terrible condition. His book is kind and supportive but also places the responsibility for one's health back in the hands of the "patient". He gives the reader numerous suggestions as to what to include in his or her daily life, as well as what to avoid, so as to live as full and healthy a life as one can.