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If you have tapering problems below 5 mg this might explain why.

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Sep 21 6:06pm | Replies (19)
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What is best way to increase cortisol levels then ? I’ve read caffeine,alcohol ,high fat and high sugar foods can do that …so why aren’t we encouraged in that direction (other than the obvious not good for you ) …are there other strategies one could do to increase our levels ?

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DadCue | @dadcue | Sep 19 4:29pm

I don't know of any good ways except for the lowest Prednisone dose possible. My endocrinologist said less than 3 mg was needed. This isn't possible for many people because of increasing pain or relapses of PMR if it is in remission.

Otherwise, lifestyle changes, diet chnges, better sleep, less stress and all those types of things might decrease your need for Prednisone.

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