Heart Abnormalities May Affect Oxygen Consumption In Fibromyalgia
The Scandinavian Journal of Rheumatology published a study in 2013, which looked into the heart rate response of patients with fibromyalgia when exercising and they observed no differences in the control group and illness group having a low level of exercise. However, at a higher level, the participants who have fibromyalgia have a more difficult time reaching the maximum level of oxygen consumption, which may be due to abnormal metabolic responses.
In Conclusion
Knowing that fibromyalgia can make you more susceptible to heart disease is unsettling. On a good note, we can be more aware of the risk factors and work on prevention. If you have concerns of having these risk factors, speak to your doctor and get the necessary health screening. Your doctor can advise you on how to make the appropriate changes to lower your risks according to your health condition.
In general, everyone can improve heart health by making diet changes, keeping a healthy weight and exercise. However, fibromyalgia can make it difficult for you. Try to take baby steps. Start by eliminating foods that are bad for your heart which include fast foods, processed foods, fried foods, soda, sugar, sweet treats, trans fats etc. Gradually introduce simple exercises into your daily routine.
