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Friday, December 12, 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.

Dr. Gerberding has also specified that CFS symptoms are more or less similar to diseases that cause fatigue. Such diseases include Fibromyalgia, chronic mononucleosis, neurasthenia, encephalomyelitis and multiple chemical sensitivities. A poor diet is of course a very big factor for frequent fatigue, but there are also some other health problems that may be a factor to fatigue, such as improper digestion, allergies to food, obesity, tension, depression, sleep problems, alcohol, smoking and drug addiction.

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.

Stay away from stressful activities and events and make sure you have enough rest. It is also needed that you start an exercise program and do it regularly. Exercise can relieve you of stress and is really an essential part of your alternative treatment. Start by setting a moderate goal. Do not push yourself too hard. Take it slowly and gradually.

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.

I have time and time again seen how these alternative treatments have worked wonders for those having Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Fibromyalgia or simply tiredness. The results have actually been amazing for those who followed all the guidelines. They just felt better and have started to have fun and bid goodbye to fatigue. - 17273

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