CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME

Chronic fatigue syndrome can be a devastating and debilitating conditions. Conventional medicine is at a loss as to how to deal with it. However, the natural healing approach has proved relief for many people.

Those who suffer from CFS are always tired, feel weak, and can't concentrate as they once could. It's a lousy way to live and it permeates every moment and every action of their lives.

STANDARD PRACTICE

Doctors really do not know what to make of CFS. Many simply brush it off as psychosomatic -- "It's all in your head," they say. But it's a real problem that needs real solutions.

HEALTHY ALTERNATIVES

CFS appears to be an immune system disorder that is caused by one or more viruses. Supplements and natural healing modalities that enhance energy and boost immunity are recommended.

HERBS

BURDOCK: Burdock cleans the blood of impurities arid toxins released by viral organisms.

GINSENG: One of the more popular treatments for CFS, this herb helps the body combat the debilitating effects of the disorder and protects the body from further degeneration.

ECHINACEA: Considered a natural infection fighter. Helps build resistance to infections by stimulating production of T-lymphocytes.

DANDELION: Stimulates the elimination of uric acid from the body. A nutritive herb, it is used to treat anemic conditions of the blood.

SUPPLEMENTS

VITAMINS & MINERALS: Take a complete vitamin and mineral supplement daily.

ZINC: Important in helping the body fight infections.

LECITHIN: Helps boost energy and strengthens the immune system.

DMAE. One possible help for CFS is DMAE (di-methyl-amino-ethanol). DMAE stimulates the brain, enhancing learning and memory and reducing fatigue. It has no known side effects. Forms of DMAE are available over the counter in many health food stores.

VITAMIN C. Three to five grams per meal.

COENZYME Q-1O. 20 mg, mixed with 1 teaspoon sesame or almond butter.

L-CARNITINE. 500-1,000 mg per day.

THYMURIL. Two tablets, twice a day.

DHEA. DHEA which can only be obtained by ordering Youthol (Neways), or by eating yams.

DIETARY GUIDELINES

Eat a diet that is at least half raw foods and drink plenty of freshly-squeezed fruit and vegetable juices. Avoid sugar, white flour and fat.