Fibromyalgia
support for pain sensitivity, sleep quality, energy and nervous system resilience
This is practitioner-guided supportive care that works alongside your medical team, it is not a diagnosis or a substitute for medical treatment.
Aches and stiffness can come from many directions – the first step is understanding what's driving yours.
Overview
Fibromyalgia can affect daily life in ways that extend beyond a single symptom. At Highlands, we view fibromyalgia through a systems-based lens, considering digestion, sleep, stress, hormones, metabolism, immune resilience, recovery and lifestyle context. The goal is not to offer a generic supplement answer, but to understand the broader pattern and provide practitioner-guided support that is appropriate for the individual. A personalised approach may include nutritional medicine, herbal medicine, targeted practitioner supplements and practical lifestyle foundations.
Common signs & symptoms
Common experiences may include:
- widespread pain
- fatigue
- poor sleep
- brain fog
- tender points
- sensitivity
- low mood
Potential contributing factors
Possibilities commonly explored include:
- central sensitisation
- sleep disruption
- stress
- mitochondrial demand
- inflammation
- trauma load
Common practitioner nutrients7 commonly considered, tap to explore
Practitioners may commonly consider nutrients such as the following. This is general education, not a recommendation, what is appropriate for you is determined through your assessment.
Magnesium
Foundational mineral commonly discussed in relation to nervous system regulation, muscle function, sleep quality and energy production.
CoQ10
Nutrient involved in mitochondrial energy transfer and cardiovascular wellbeing.
Acetyl-L-Carnitine
Amino acid derivative discussed in mitochondrial energy, neurological health and cognition.
Omega-3
Essential fatty acids commonly discussed in relation to brain, cardiovascular, skin and inflammatory wellbeing.
Vitamin D
Fat-soluble vitamin central to immune function, bone health, mood and overall wellbeing.
B Vitamins
B Vitamins is commonly considered by practitioners in this area. Researchers continue exploring its role; what is appropriate for you is determined through your onboarding.
Creatine
Well-researched compound involved in cellular energy, muscle performance, recovery and cognitive performance.
Common herbal ingredients5 traditionally used, tap to explore
Herbs traditionally used by practitioners in this area include the following. Traditional use and ongoing research are described for context only.
Withania
Withania is commonly considered by practitioners in this area. Researchers continue exploring its role; what is appropriate for you is determined through your onboarding.
Turmeric
Botanical widely discussed in inflammatory balance, joint comfort and cellular protection.
Ginger
Traditional digestive herb used for nausea, dyspepsia, circulation and inflammatory balance.
Reishi
Medicinal mushroom traditionally used for resilience, immune balance, sleep and healthy ageing.
Rhodiola
Adaptogen traditionally used where fatigue, low resilience and mental performance are priorities.
Lifestyle foundations8 focuses, tap to explore
- graded movement
- strength training
- mobility
- protein intake
- sleep
- pacing
- anti-inflammatory nutrition
- recovery practices
Understanding first. Products only if appropriate.
Highlands begins with understanding, not products. Your assessment gives Leyla the picture she needs to recommend practitioner-only supplements, herbal medicine or a bespoke formulation where appropriate, reviewed and signed off before anything is dispensed, with ongoing support as your needs change.
- 1Assessment
- 2Practitioner guidance
- 3Personalised plan
- 4Ongoing support
Personalised Compounds by Leyla
Share your picture in a short assessment and Leyla compounds it down to a few things made for you, with practitioner-only products only where a compound can’t fill the gap.
This information is educational and not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent disease. Individual needs vary. Always consult your medical practitioner regarding health concerns.