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Thursday, December 11, 2008

Alternative Treatment for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

By Michael Byrd

Do you often get tired? If you do, then you may be having a condition that is referred to as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Based on the data provided by the CDC (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention), there are more than a million of Americans who are suffering from this debilitating condition and around an estimate of 80% are not aware they have it. Could you be one of them?

Then maybe, you or somebody you know may be diagnosed of having Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS). If this is so, the best way to get rid of the problem is to use alternative therapies which are highly effective.

You cannot necessarily have CFS just because you get tired often. Dr. Julie Gerberding, CDC director, explains that symptoms of profound exhaustion, problems with concentration and sleep can differentiate a simple case of exhaustion from CFS. Symptoms of pain in the joints and muscles, headaches, flu-like symptoms and sore throats and tender lymph nodes are also manifested.

Symptoms of CFS are also similar to other diseases that can cause fatigue, according to Dr. Gerberding. These diseases include Fibromyalgia, neurasthenia, chronic mononucleosis, encephalomyelitis and multiple chemical sensitivities. Poor nutrition can also be a factor for tiredness, as well as poor digestion, food allergies, obesity, tension, depression, sleep problems, drug abuse, alcohol and smoking.

No amount of rest can make a person who has Chronic Fatigue Syndrome feel much better. In fact, it can wear a person physically and mentally that it prevents them from performing their usual day to day activities. But a change in lifestyle and a diet rich in whole food nutrients helps in preventing and even reversing the symptoms of CFS.

Initially, a switch to a diet that is more wholesome, particularly one that includes a lot of fresh fruits, vegetables and whole grains is advised. As a source of protein, cold water fish that is high in omega-3 oils and lean, free ranging poultry may be used. Adequate amounts of pure and clean water is also needed, while processed, salty and sweet foods need to be avoided. The diet should be restricted of sugar, alcohol, coffee, tea, sodas, and fruit drinks. If you happen to be a smoker, quit now.

Start looking for ways to make your life stress free and make sure you get adequate rest. It can also help if you begin to exercise regularly. Though it may seem to look impossible, but exercise can relieve you of stress and it plays a very important role in your alternative therapy. Take is slow. Do not be too hard on yourself. Gradually move up with patience in obtaining your goal.

There can be times when you have done your best, especially with your diet but you seem to be getting less from it. The CDC then recommends the use of supplements to get optimum dietary results. I highly recommend the use of natural, whole food nutritional supplements, like essential oils for a healthy body.

All this time, I have always witnessed how alternative treatments can work wonders for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia or just plain fatigue. Those who are able to follow the instructions to a T actually get superb results. They just felt so much better and are actually enjoying life more than ever and have said good-bye to chronic fatigue! - 17274

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