Chronic fatigue syndrome is often misunderstood as a normal constant feeling of tiredness. No matter how much rest you take that feeling of fatigue never goes away. This condition of feeling constantly drained is not normal, but unfortunately, it’s quite common. With the help of holistic treatment for chronic fatigue syndrome, one might not have to opt for traditional medicines that involve the risk of side effects.
Chronic fatigue syndrome if left unaddressed, can have severe long term effects on our mood and overall health. It is a complicated ailment that affects the body and the brain and can last for years.
The following are common classic symptoms of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome:
1. Impaired Short Term Memory
2. Muscle Pain
3. Sore Throat
4. Severe Headaches
5. Tender Lymph nodes
6. Unsatisfactory Sleep
7. Irregular heart palpitations
8. Diarrhea
9. Bloating
10. Nausea
11. Fogginess of the brain
Chronic fatigue syndrome is more commonly found in women more than men and more often affects people over the age of thirty. There are many factors that can be traced back to resulting in the occurrence of this condition in the body. The most common underlying causes are
1. underlying bacterial, parasitic, or viral infections
2. mycotoxicity (toxic mold exposure)
3. Hashimoto’s or other chronic thyroid disorders
4. Autoimmune diseases
5. Brain chemistry imbalances
6. Hormone Imbalances
7. Sleep disorders
8. Lifestyle and Food Choices
The Holistic approach of healing the body as a ‘whole’ can work significantly in nipping the problem in the bud. By discovering and addressing the root causes of the chronic fatigue symptoms and adopting a holistic lifestyle, people can arm themselves with the ammunition needed to eliminate chronic fatigue and ensure it never wreaks havoc on their lives again.
Holistic Treatment for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome:
There are many natural remedies that help the body tackle chronic fatigue without the added baggage of side effects that further complicate the situation. It’s important to ultimately find what is causing the chronic fatigue so that you can effectively treat it but incorporating some of the recommendations below can help support your body while you are fixing the underlying cause.
Valerian
The valerian herb is popularly used by people to treat depression, tremors, epilepsy, ADHD, etc.
Valerian is also a potent herb that can relieve the symptoms of Chronic Fatigue disorder. Taking 600 to 900 milligrams of valerian extracts before bed can induce sleep when sleep is an issue. Deep sleep is a crucial factor in fighting fatigue; valerian can be a potent herbal remedy to help support a good night’s rest.
Green vegetables like kale, spinach, broccoli, etc. contain antioxidants and essential vitamins needed to boost the body’s immune system. Including these vegetables in our daily diet is the right step forward in restoring the body’s youthful energy.
Licorice Extract
People with Chronic fatigue syndrome often struggle with low blood pressure. For those who do have CFS related issues only related to blood pressure, Licorice can be a great herb to support normal blood pressure. Between 250 mg and 500 mg of licorice extract can often help support normal blood pressure.
Ginseng
Ginseng is a considered to be a tonic herb, and rightfully so. Ginseng shows excellent results in people with mild fatigue. One study, conducted among people with chronic fatigue syndrome showed that people who consumed ginseng daily for four months reported less fatigue than those who consumed a placebo.
Ginkgo
Ginkgo is an herb known to boost blood flow to the brain. In doing so, it becomes one of the best nature has to offer for people with chronic fatigue syndrome. Gingko’s antioxidant properties contribute to eradicating oxidative stress that can cause muscle pain in people with Chronic fatigue syndrome.
Gingko can be taken in the proportion of 80 to 120 milligrams a day to achieve the desired results.
Essential Fatty Acids
People with Chronic fatigue syndrome often have very low levels of fatty acids. Lack of fatty acids in the body can cause inflammation and hamper the body’s immune system.
Consuming food rich in fatty acids like wild salmon, and grass-fed meat can reduce inflammation and also boost the immunity system as well as helping reduce symptoms of CFS.
Sleep
Fatigue of all kinds can be traced back to lack of sleep. The body rests to allow itself the time it needs to detox and eliminate toxins Researchers have found that people who sleep less than 7 hours a day have higher chances of suffering from chronic fatigue syndrome and other chronic health conditions.
If you are someone who doesn’t get sufficient sleep, try consuming herbal tea with essential oils like lavender or chamomile. Exercise can help sound sleep, but it can also have the opposite effect, so if you exercise in the evenings consider doing slower movement exercises like yoga. And don’t forget to practice good sleep hygiene.
Exercise
A sedentary life is a life that is just waiting to be cut short. Exercise is necessary for normal healthy body and brain function, and it allows the body to sweat out toxins. By exerting enough energy during a workout session, one can achieve sufficient sleep needed for the body to rejuvenate.
Exercise also helps the circulation of the body, aids in digestion and also improves the focusing capacity of the brain.
Fighting Chronic Fatigue Syndrome from a Holistic Perspective
Chronic fatigue is a complicated condition that can have many underlying causes. Many people simply ignore their symptoms as something caused by their hectic schedules until it suddenly becomes so bad that it significantly impairs their daily life. By adopting a holistic lifestyle, precautions can be taken to ensure the symptoms of chronic fatigue are nipped in the bud before they can even occur.
With the help of holistic treatment for chronic fatigue syndrome, one might not have to opt for traditional medicines that involve the risk of side effects. The goal of health should be simple, find the root causes of your symptoms, and address them with safe and effective natural approaches.
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