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@janiceem

HI Kerry,
I agree with John that an anti-inflammatory diet helps. I'm a registered dietitian and eat a primarily organic whole foods, plant-based diet, high in anti-inflammatory foods and fiber. Don't forget about fiber--it is probably the most important neglected nutrient in the ultra-processed American diet. Fiber feeds our gut microbiome and our microbes help protect us from diseases-- https://newsinhealth.nih.gov/2012/11/your-microbes-you
As far as exercise goes, I do aquatic fitness, pilates, and dance 6 days a week and the only thing that has ever bothered me is using 5# hand weights versus lighter weights. My shoulders seemed to ache at night after using 5# weights. Not sure why, but my symptoms seemed more like PMR pain than after-exercise pain. I've been in remission for a couple of years now, but only had a mild case to begin with. Hope this helps you in some way.
Hugs,
Janice

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I am to bring down now, like you I also feel like I have a very mild case. Just was wondering if you can elaborate a little bit on your journey with PMR?
I started prednisone at 4 mg in dec 2024, and it took away my pain completely, which is why I believe my case was a mild one.
I have begun my taper gradually dropping 1 mg every few weeks. I am now at 2 mg with very, very mild symptoms and some days none at all.
I’m anxious to get off of it completely. I just was curious how your taper went and how long it took you to end prednisone. Any feedback would be welcome and thank you.