CHRONIC FATIGUE SYNDROME (CFS)

The major criteria used to distinguish chronic fatigue syndrome are:

  1. Persistent fatigue that does not resolve with bed rest, and that is severe enough to reduce average daily activity by at least 50 percent for at least six months.
  2. The presence of other chronic clinical conditions, including psychiatric disorders, can be ruled out.

Symptoms associated with chronic fatigue syndrome include aching muscles and joints, anxiety, depression, difficulty concentrating, fever headache, intestinal problems, irritability, loss of appetite, mood swings, memory loss, and most of all , extreme and often disabling fatigue. The products suggested for CFS are:

CoenzymeQ10 ( 100mgx3/day) (120mgx2/day) Powerful antioxidant protects the heart from free radicals Antioxidants
Lecithin Promotes energy, and boosts the immune system Specialties
Acidophilus / bifidus In case CFS is associated with Candidiasis. Specialties
Vit E Powerful free radicals scavengers Vitamins & Minerals
Vit A Powerful free radicals scavengers Vitamins & Minerals
Ginkgo Biloba Improves circulation and brain function Herbs
St John's Wort Depression Herbs
Kava Kava Anxiety Herbs

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