How to Cure Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Often misdiagnosed as flu or other viral infections,kelp, dulse, plums, spirulina, raisins, broccoli,
CFS is 3 times more prevalent in women than inasparagus, and most nuts. Vitamin B1 has been
men, and primarily affects young adults betweenfound to significantly decrease the number of
the ages of 20-40. The two main distinguishingfatigue complaints in athletes. -Metabolic Pr Brain
factors:Persistent fatigue that does resolve withDis, 11(1), march 1996, p. 95-106
bed rest and results in a reduction of daily activity- Consume at least 8 glasses of distilled water
by 50% or more. The presence of other chronicthroughout the day (not at meals) to help flush
conditions, including psychiatric should be ruled out.out toxins and reduce muscle pain.
CFS is typically caused by a depletion of the- Natural Vitamin C- In one study, there was
endocrine system (adrenal, thyroid, and pituitaryfound to be an inverse relationship between
galnds) which controls hormonal levels in the body.Vitamin C and fatigue. In other words, those with
It is essential to cleanse out all the toxins whichthe lowest intake of Vitamin C reported twice as
are interfering with their proper function. CFS canmany fatigue symptoms as those with the
be also caused by anemia, depression,highest Vitamin C consumption levels. We suggest
fibromyalgia, hepatitis, and Lyme disease, so youa high quality whole food supplement, like
should get yourself checked out by a health careVITAFORCE that is complete and made from
professional. Symptoms: Symptoms include achingwhole foods. Make sure you know what you are
muscles and joints, anxiety, depression, difficultygetting from the nutritional label.-Journal of the
concentrating, fever, headaches, intestinalAmericaGeriatric Society, 24(3), 1976, p. 136-137
problems, irritability, jaundice, loss of appetite,- Get plenty of rest and do not over-exert
muscle spasms, sensitivity to light and heat, sleepyourself.
disturbances, swollen glands, sore throat,- Get at least 15-30 minutes of fresh air and
temporary memory loss, and most of all,sunshine (if possible) a day. This will help to
extreme and often disabling fatigue.re-invigorate you.
Recommendations:Things to Avoid:
- B vitamins are known to be the energy vitamins- Do not eat shellfish, fried foods, junk foods,
as well as other important nutrients to feedprocessed foods, stimulants (coffee, soda, sugar)
starving cells and help the body heal. We suggestor white flour products.
a high quality whole food supplement, like- Avoid stress as much as possible.
VITAFORCE that is complete and made fromReferences:
whole foods. Make sure you know what you are1) James F. Balch, M.D, Phyllis A. Balch, C.N.C,
getting from the nutritional label."Prescription for Nutritional Healing," (1997)
- Eat a well balanced diet of 50% or more raw2) M. Suzuki & Y. Itokawa, "Effects of Thiamine
foods and fresh "live" (just squeezed) juices. This(Vitamin B1) Supplementation on Exercise-induced
will give the body highly nutritious and easilyFatigue," Metabolic Pr Brain Dis, 11(1), march 1996,
absorbable whole foods which gives much morep. 95-106
energy and builds immunity.3) E. Cheraskin, et al., "Daily Vitamin C
- Eat foods rich in the B vitamins, particularlyConsumption and Fatiguability," Journal of the
vitamin B1 or Thiamine; brown rice, legumes, peas,AmericaGeriatric Society, 24(3), 1976, p.