Research, Resource & Education
MS, Lupus, Fibromyalgia
Home Exercise & Nutrition Guide
Table of Contents
Multiple Sclerosis (MS), Lupus and Fibromyalgia are chronic conditions that can often cause debilitating symptoms such as fatigue, joint pain and inflammation. However, research has shown that there are ways to manage these conditions through proactive lifestyle changes – namely exercise and healthy eating. This book helps to show how exercising and eating a balanced diet can not only improve one’s overall health, but specifically target symptoms associated with MS, Lupus and Fibromyalgia. The benefits of these changes include decreased inflammation, increased energy levels and improved mobility.
It is recommended that if you’re new to exercising or have pre-existing health concerns, you should consult your physician before beginning any exercise program. This will ensure that you receive personalized recommendations tailored to your unique health status, and potentially prevent any complications that may arise.
It is important to remember that the information presented here and in books is of an educational nature and should not be used in lieu of medical advice from your doctor and healthcare team.
Most of the research is from NIH – National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke and National Institute of Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Skin Disease, as well as the CDC, unless otherwise specified.
Multiple Sclerosis, Lupus & Fibromyalgia
Exercise Benefits and Precautions
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Home Exercise & Nutrition Guide
Please see Home Exercise Guide for the main exercise table of content and more about the Fitness & Nutrition Series.
The information below in is addition to the main Fitness & Nutrition Book.
MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS (MS), LUPUS & FIBROMYALGIA
Definitions
Causes
Symptoms
Treatments
Exercise Tips
Possible Diets
MS – Paleo, Mediterranean, Swank, Gluten Free
Lupus – Lupus, Anti-Inflammatory
Fibromyalgia – Elimination, Fibromyalgia
Sample Pages
Who is this book for?
Who is this book not for?
This book is for:
• Those with a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis, Lupus or Fibromyalgia
• The beginner who has never exercised before
• The individual that has mastered the basics, but wants to know how to advance to the next level.
• Pre/post rehab individuals who would like to advance or want a list of exercise programs to follow.
• The personal trainer, physical therapist, or other coaches who would like their client to have a list of exercises that can be progressed.
This book is not for or may need modification:
• Chronic or acute disorders/injury’s that is not being followed by a health care professional. This book can be used in conjunction with a rehab program.
• If you are over 40 and have never exercises before, it is advised that a physician clears you first.
• Undiagnosed pain
• The person that does not feel they can safely modify their individual program, although can be used in conjunction with rehab or coaches/personal trainers.
• People with the following issues that have been cleared by an MD for an exercise program or in conjunction with rehab.
These issue will be addressed in future volumes: Arthritis, Diabetes, Cardiopulmonary, Cancer and Orthopedic disorders
References
Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
Celiac Disease Foundation – Gluten Free Foods – https://celiac.org/gluten-free-living/gluten-free-foods/
Cleveland Clinic – https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/8465-exercise–multiple-sclerosis (4/21/19)
Healthline – The Paleo Diet – https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/paleo-diet-meal-plan-and-menu
Mayo Clinic – (MS) https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/multiple-sclerosis/expert-answers/exerciseand-multiple-sclerosis/faq- 20094108 (4/21/19)
Mayo Clinic – Is there a MS diet? https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/multiple-sclerosis/expertanswers/multiple-sclerosis- diet/faq-20057953
Multiple Sclerosis News Today – MS Diet and Nutrition – https://multiplesclerosisnewstoday.com/living-withms/
ms-diet-nutrition/
National Multiple Sclerosis Society. https://www.nationalmssociety.org/ Exercise Accessed 1/14/2015. (Cleveland Clinic 4/21/19)
NCBI: PubMed.gov (MS) https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/27219279. (4/21/19)
(NIH) National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke – https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-
Disorders/Multiple-Sclerosis-Information-Page#disorders-r1
Swank Diet – http://www.swankmsdiet.org/the-diet
Swank Diet – Quick Reference https://static1.squarespace.com/static/530fbb50e4b07533b73e6c73/t/558dac37e4b06f2955f8e028/1435348023
782/diet-quick-reference.pdf
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Multiple Sclerosis Centers of Excellence. Planning Your Activities and
Designing an Exercise https://www.va.gov/ms/ Program Accessed 1/14/2015. (Cleveland Clinic 4/21/19)
US News – The Latest on What Exercise Works Best to Combat MS- https://health.usnews.com/healthcare/
patient-advice/articles/2017-09-25/the-latest-on-what-exercise-works-best-to-combat-ms (4/21/19)
Web MD – Exercise & Multiple Sclerosis – https://www.webmd.com/multiple-sclerosis/multiple-sclerosis-exercise#1
MS, Lupus & Fibromyalgia
Lupus
CDC – Center for Disease Control and Prevention – https://www.cdc.gov/lupus/index.htm
Dr. Axe – 7 Natural Lupus Treatments and Remedies – https://draxe.com/top-5-lupus-natural-treatment-remedies/
Dr. Weil – Anti-inflammatory Diet – https://www.drweil.com/diet-nutrition/anti-inflammatory-diet-pyramid/
John Hopkins Lupus Center – Diet – https://www.hopkinslupus.org/lupus-info/lifestyle-additional-information/lupusdiet/
and Things to Avoid – https://www.hopkinslupus.org/lupus-info/lifestyle-additional-information/avoid/
Lupus Foundation of America – Five benefits of exercise for managing lupus –
https://www.lupus.org/resources/five-benefits-of-exercise-for-managing-lupus#
Lupus Foundation of America – Five things to know before starting an exercise routine
https://www.lupus.org/resources/five-things-to-know-before-starting-an-exercise-routine#
MedicineNet – What Are Safe Exercises with Lupus?
https://www.medicinenet.com/what_are_safe_exercises_with_lupus/ask.htm
(NIH) National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke – https://www.ninds.nih.gov/Disorders/All-
Disorders/Neurological-Sequelae-Lupus-Information-Page
Fibromyalgia
Everyday Health – https://www.everydayhealth.com/fibromyalgia/diet/fibromyalgia-what-eat-what-avoid/
Mayo Clinic – Fibromyalgia: Does exercise help or hurt? https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseasesconditions/
fibromyalgia/in-depth/fibromyalgia-and-exercise/art-20093376
Medical News Today https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/315646.php
(NIH) National Institute of Arthritis, Musculoskeletal and Skin Disease – https://www.niams.nih.gov/healthtopics/
fibromyalgia
WebMD – Fibromyalgia Exercise, One Step at a Time – https://www.webmd.com/fibromyalgia/features/fibromyalgiaexercise-
one-step-time#1