there is no diet magic only sound dietary lifestyle changes. anything we do can be done in a way that's more favorable or less favorable for fm. that includes how we move how we rest what we take etc. etc. and what we eat. i favor a higher protein lower carb diet approach. here is a brief summary of suggestions i've made to patients regarding diet and fm. any specific diet for you should be discussed with your doctor. foods that are okay to eat: good proteins * lean meats skinless chicken fish & turkey. * eggs but egg whites are healthier. * tofu. * soy meat substitutes. * dairy products — use the lowfat varieties. * legumes — beans peanuts lentils peas soybeans. good carbohydrates * all vegetables. corn has more carbs than other vegetables. * fresh fruits. avoid dried fruits. good fats * preferably olive oil — other acceptable oils include plant oils soy corn peanut and sunflower oil. * almonds. * avocados. * fish oils. miscellaneous * salad garnishes. * flaxseed oil. * artificial sweeteners sugar-free beverages (in moderation). foods to avoid * breads sweets pastas white rice white potatoes partially hydrogenated oils carbonated drinks alcoholic drinks. dr. pellegrino's diet strategies: * think protein always. a key with this diet is not to eat any carbohydrate foods by themselves even if they are considered good carbs. * avoid the rush. to avoid a carbohydrate surge take a few bites from proteins first whenever you eat. * eat until full. try to eat at least three meals a day and have one or two snacks. at meals eat until you are comfortably full but not stuffed. * strict during the week splurge a little on the weekend. the diet is five days "on" and two days not so "on. " this allows people to follow the basic rules during the week but also allows the anticipation of favorite foods over the weekend.
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