Chronic Fatigue Syndrome(CFS)

Chronic fatigue syndrome or CFS is a condition that is characterized by extreme fatigue that is not improved by bed rest and may even worsen with physical or mental activity.

People who have CFS usually function at a lower activity level than they were able to do before the onset of the condition.

Other key symptoms may include weakness, muscle pain, impaired memory and/or mental concentration, insomnia, and exertional fatigue following activity that lasts more than twenty-four hours.

There is no one cause for chronic fatigue syndrome, nor is there a cure.

Treatment of the condition consists of treating the symptoms, which may include some lifestyle changes that will help relieve the symptoms.

Home Remedies for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome:

Reduce Toxins

Naturopath's suggest that you supplement with Vitamin D, Omega 3 oils, follow a low carb diet, and reduce your overall toxin load will reduce Chronic Fatigue symptoms.

Collodial Silver:

Mesosilver (collodial silver) is comprised of a pure silver colloid and has no side effects.

It is taken orally in order to kill bacterial, fungal, and viral infections in the body, and is regularly used to treat Chronic Fatigue Syndrome.

Echinacea:

Take 15-20 drops in liquid three times daily for two days or 300-325 mg three times daily.

Licorice:

Take 300 mg three times a day (20-28 percent glycyrrhizic acid). Those who have high blood pressure should not use this herb.

Lomatium:

25-35 drops three to four times daily.

Astragalus:

This herb enhances the immune function and is good for cold and flu symptoms.

Take 150-250 mg three or four times a day. Do not use this herb if you are running a fever.

Herbal Teas:

Teas made from burdock root, dandelion, and red clover promote healing by cleaning the blood and boosting the immune system.

Combine or alternate these herbal teas and drink four to six cups each day.

Chinese Or Korean Ginseng:

This is a very powerful herb and should be used cautiously. Start with a standardized extract that contains seven percent ginsenosides and take half of the manufacturer’s recommended dose.

Gradually increase the dosage until you are taking it as directed by the manufacturer. If you have high blood pressure, heart disease, or hypoglycemia, do not use Chinese ginseng.

Siberian Ginseng:

Choose a standardized extract that contains .5 percent eleutheroside E and take 200 mg twice a day, one in the morning and again in the afternoon.

St. Johns Wort:

Choose a product that contains .3 percent hypercin and take 300 mg three times a day.

Skullcap and Valerian Root:

Both of these improve sleep which is a problem associated with CFS.