People with fibromyalgia often look for supplements that may help manage symptoms such as pain, fatigue, nerve discomfort, sleep issues and inflammation. Common ones include:

• Magnesium (especially malate or glycinate forms) — may help muscle pain & cramps.
• Coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) — an antioxidant for energy & muscle support.
• Alpha-lipoic acid & acetyl L-carnitine — sometimes used for nerve health.
• Turmeric / Curcumin — for inflammation support.
• Collagen — supports connective tissue & may alleviate joint discomfort.

Some products are marketed specifically for fibromyalgia symptom support, while others are general wellness supplements with overlapping benefits (e.g., magnesium, antioxidants).

Where to Buy in Benoni / Local Area (Gauteng, South Africa)

Here are physical stores near Benoni where you can ask about or purchase specialized supplements (including fibro-supporting nutrients):

Local Health & Supplement Stores

• MoreGainz: Vitamin & supplements retailer in Rynfield, Benoni. Great for general wellness and targeted nutrients like magnesium, antioxidants, and other fibromyalgia-related support supplements.
• Kalm Walm: Well-reviewed supplement store in Northmead, Benoni, with vitamins and herbal products that may support inflammation and muscle health.
• The Natural Health Centre: Health food store near Northmead offering natural and organic supplements, ideal for readers seeking plant-based or holistic options.
• Fulvic Health (Pty) Ltd: Boutique supplement store in Ebotse Golf & Country Estate focusing on natural health products, including mineral and anti-inflammatory support.
• Buy Supplements: Small supplement outlet in central Benoni (mixed reviews) where readers can browse basic vitamins and supportive nutrients.

Tip for your article: Encourage readers to call ahead to check specific product availability (e.g., magnesium malate, CoQ10, specialized blends) because stock varies by store and many places will gladly order items on request.

Pharmacies & Health Shops That May Carry Supplements

Many pharmacy chains across South Africa stock nutrient supplements that can be helpful for fibromyalgia support — especially magnesium, vitamin D, B-complex, omega-3s, and antioxidant blends. Some products might even be formulated for nerve or fatigue support (e.g., Symbio Nerve, Solal magnesium).

Typical places to check (you can list these in your article as types of outlets):

• Clicks and Dis-Chem pharmacies — wide range of health supplements and can order special items.
• Independent pharmacies (e.g., Doddy’s Pharmacy, Birch Acres Pharmacy) often stock specialized or premium supplements and can order on request.
• Health shops in the Gauteng region (e.g., Helping You Health Shop, Sage & Thyme, One Life Health Shop) — known to carry botanical and nutrient blends.

Online Options (South Africa Friendly)

Even if a product isn’t stocked locally, many online retailers deliver across South Africa:

• Maximed Pharmacy online — carries a “Fibromyalgia” category with supportive formulas like magnesium glycinate, herbal adrenal support, digestive support, etc.
• SymbioNerve — promoted nerve health product available at partner pharmacies and online sellers across South Africa.
• Specialist natural supplement websites (e.g., Sally-Ann Creed range includes magnesium, collagen and antioxidant products relevant for supportive fibro care).
• Direct supplier sites like MushroomMagic — offer unique blends that some users seek for pain support (nationwide delivery).

Note: Some specialty supplements (e.g., Macafem or other branded nutrient blends) are only available online directly from the manufacturer due to limited local distribution.

Local Supplement & Health Stores (Specialized / Natural Focus)

These stores often carry vitamins, minerals, herbal & specialty supplements that might support fibromyalgia symptoms (e.g., inflammation, nerve health, stress support). Availability varies, so it’s good to call ahead and ask about specific brands or formulations for fibro support.

Local health & natural supplement shops:

• Kalm Walm – Popular vitamin & supplement store in Northmead.
• MoreGainz – Sports nutrition and general supplements on Pretoria Rd.
• MLK Supplements & Nutrition – Highly rated local supplement shop.
• The Natural Health Centre – Trusted natural health products & wellness store.
• Celebration Health – Small health-food-oriented store with natural products.
• Fulvic Health (Pty) Ltd – Focuses on mineral/fulvic supplements that some users find useful for general wellbeing.
• Gifted By Nature Benoni – Wellness store with herbal/natural supplements.
• Edmark Products Shop – Johannesburg – Health food store with various wellness products.
• Aokarabile natural products – Herbal and natural remedy store in Daveyton.
• Nuts About Snacks and Exotic Spices – Health food store with natural foods, might stock select supplements.

Pharmacies (For Branded Supplements & Professional Advice)

Pharmacies often have a wide range of vitamins, minerals, nerve health supplements (like B-complex, magnesium, alpha-lipoic acid, etc.) and can sometimes order specific products on request. Pharmacists can also advise on interactions and suitability.

• The Local Choice Pharmacy Falls – Full-service pharmacy with supplements.
• Ringham Eastern Medicine Depot Pharmacy – Another option for prescription & OTC supplements.
• Mackenzie Pharmacy, Pharm across Benoni Pharmacy, Clover Dene Pharmacy, Kalines Pharma point – Local neighbourhood pharmacies.
• Large pharmacy chains (often with broader supplement ranges):
  • Dis‑Chem Pharmacy Farrar mere – Benoni & Dis‑Chem Pharmacy Lakeside Mall – Benoni
  • Clicks Pharmacy Benoni, Clicks Pharmacy Benoni Lake, Clicks Pharmacy North mead Mall

Tips for Fibromyalgia-Specific Supplements

• Many fibromyalgia support supplements are more niche (e.g., nerve-support formulas, anti-inflammatory herbal blends, high-dose magnesium) and may not be stocked everywhere.
• Ask stores/pharmacies about brands that support nerve health (e.g., B vitamins), inflammation, or muscle relaxants. Some available supplement ranges include those found in natural health stores or ordered through pharmacies.
• Even if a store doesn’t carry your exact product, many will order specific supplements on request.

National & Online Options (Complement to Local Stores)

For highly specialized products that a local shop may not stock (e.g., certain herbal formulations or targeted nerve support blends), many South Africans order online through trusted wellness retailers or directly from brands that deliver nationwide. This can complement the local purchases above.

If you want, I can also include online options for specialized fibromyalgia supplements available in South Africa with shipping details.

THE LINKS TO OUR RESEARCH

https://mushroommagic.co.za/product/fibromyalgia

https://www.macafem.com/macafem-south-africa

https://www.thegoodstuff.co.za/collections/magnesium-supplements