Chronic pain affects many people and fibromyalgia is the most common form. This chronic condition is chatacterized by symptoms like muscle pain, fatigue, depression, and sleeping disorders.

Latest studies suggest that the central sensation, in which neurons in the spinal cord are sensitized by inflammations or cell damage, could get involved in the same way people with fibromyalgia process pain. The food you eat may contain chemicals that trigger the neurotransmitters, which increases the sensitivity.

1. Reduce The Intake of Sugar And Artificial Sweeteners

High insulin levels affect the condition, and thus worsen pain and inflammation. Reduce the sugar intake and the foods that contain hidden sugar.

Sugar cravings appear once in a while, but focus on eating more fresh fruits. Aspartame, sorbitol and xylitol are sugar-free artificial sweeteners, but they contain compounds that transform sensitivity to pain and also trigger irritable bowel syndrome. Making your own food and eating whole foods is the best way to avoid hidden sugars.

2. Caffeine is No Good For You

Scientists associate chronic pain and fibromyalgia with insufficient sleep and fatigue. People drink too much coffee so they can go through the day more easily. Coffee provides the desired effect, but in the long run it can largely affect your good night’s sleep.

3. Avoid Gluten And Yeast

These are contained in baked goods and pastry. Regular consumption of these products stimulate the growth of yeast and fungus, and thus increase the pain.

4. Remove Dairy Products From Your Diet

Dairy and many other animal products contain a protein that worsens arthritis and fibromyalgia. It irritates the tissue around the joints, which worsens the pain. Think about going vegan, as this decision has helped many people to cure chronic diseases.

5. Say No To Refined Carbohydrates.

Carbohydrates, similar to sugar, can increase insulin levels and worsen any chronic condition. Always choose low-carb, low-sugar foods and often eat plant-based meals.

6. Tobacco and alcohol harm your body, and trigger severe health conditions including diseases that affect the joints

Statistics has shown that smokers have a higher risk of rheumatoid arthritis, and people who consume alcohol regularly are more likely to develop gout.

7. Food additives Are Dangerous

Monosodium glutamate (MSG) and other food additives cause additional problems for people with chronic pain, by stimulating pain receptors and increasing pain. Producers add MSG to fast food and pre-packaged foods to enhance their taste.

Source: organichealth.co
Other included sources linked in Organic Health’s article:
http://www.health.com/health/gallery/0,,20309924_5,00.html
http://www.practicalpainmanagement.com/treatments/complementary/diet-patients-chronic-pain
http://www.webmd.com/fibromyalgia/guide/fibromyalgia-the-diet-connection