Fibromyalgia affects woman more often than men, but it’s been found that men reported more severe symptoms than women. Women may experience the following symptoms:
Cognitive and memory problems
Trouble sleeping
Headaches
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Restless leg syndrome (RLS)
Numbness
Morning stiffness
Men affected by fibromyalgia may experience the following symptoms:
Fatigue
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
Tender points that will vary in number and severity
The holidays are right around the corner and many of us are thinking about how to not gain those extra pounds. However, it's not just our weight we should be worried about — we should also focus on keeping our gut healthy this holiday season. Our gut does much more than digest food — it also has an important immune function. Keep your digestive tract strong and healthy for the holidays and new year by following these 5 easy tips:
It’s important to seek support for what matters most: your emotional well-being. Too often, we have a poor understanding of how to practice self-care, or we avoid it all together. And while self-care is something a mental health professional is likely to recommend to you, most agree that getting professional help from a licensed therapist should be a priority.
Depression is more than "feeling down" or " feeling blue." When you’re depressed, you may find it hard to simply "let go" or "snap out of it." Depression is very common.
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