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PMR Diet: Foods to eat and avoid

Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) | Last Active: Dec 7 9:36am | Replies (113)

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I had breast cancer 15 years ago and went organic at home. Going organic means you give up most processed foods since processing and organic are not compatible partners. I still will eat out with friends just about anywhere. I do try to focus on places with scratch kitchens - so no fast food for a decade. I gave up white flour about 5 years ago and 18 months ago I eliminated processed sugar. I have not lost any weight as a result of giving up sugars but my Lipid Panel last year was better than it has been in 25 years. I'll take it!
Since organic foods taste better and are better for me I really don't eat as much so the added cost of organic doesn't make a big difference. Plus organic food last longer in the refrig than non-organics. Less waste.
I was diagnosed with PMR in March 2020. My Sed Rate and CRP have both been over 100 and it is not unusual for them to be in the 70's and 80's. Diet is a minor portion of these numbers. The lower my numbers the more the diet helps.
This July I had Covid and it sent my numbers out of sight again. Also, I have resisted taking steroids until post Covid - personal choice, but not easy in many ways.

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Good for you! I'm a registered dietitian and also eat organically and have done so for many years. Weight loss is easiest if you eat small meals/snacks 6 times a day and focus on eating more whole foods with the natural fiber (this also feeds your gut microbes where 70% of your immunity takes place). I had an extremely mild case of PMR and never had high blood markers. I've been off of Prednisone for over a year now. Wishing you well.