http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss http://www.earthclinic.com/template_img/logo.jpg http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss Our Earth Clinic collection of remedies to Cure Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Mon, 13 Feb 12 06:19:59 -0600 en-us http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=RN_73170 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss1 Tue, 07 Feb 12 09:25:23 -0600 Andy from Newport, Wales writes: "Hello Ted, Thank you for this wonderful site. I hope it will help me with my Chronic fatigue syndrome, depression and severe brain fog. I have started taking ACV from last evening and I could not sleep. I am so tired, took a bigger dose this morning and tried mixing Soda Bicarb, ACV, Orange Juice, Honey and drank the whole glass full. Do you think it will be ok and not do any harm to mix these 4 things? Also, I have bought Creatine, Lipoic acid tablets, Carnitine, Q 10 as I am now desperate to come out of this severe fatigue and brain fog situation. I have been suffering from this for last 14 years and it has ruined my life. Can you please advise me why I cannot sleep with ACV, is it normal in the beginning? What time during the day I should take this ACV? Also to let you know, I also do night shifts sometime. Many thanks and God bless. Andy " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=MR_70501 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss2 Wed, 04 Jan 12 10:41:27 -0600 Simon Charlton from Nazeing, Essex, Uk writes: "I have had ME since 1995, and had my first experience with HP in 96. Wow, it was the only thing that turned me around. I was on 1 teaspoon of 35% HP 3 times a day in water. Felt rough for 1 week, then started to dramatically improve. Not cured, but improved tremendously. Fast forward to beginning of 2012, I have overdone things at work, eaten the wrong foods, etc. Been particularly unwell the past 5 weeks, all the ME symptoms have returned with a vengeance. Went to allergist, now on a candida diet for one week, taking acidophilous and metatone tonic, and taking up to 5 drops of Hydrogen peroxide 3 times a day for the past 2 weeks. Feel sooo ill. Honestly, the worst I've been for years. Don't know whether it's the detox from the diet, or whether the Hydrogen peroxide is detoxing me too fast, or what. Don't know whether I can continue on HP for now if it's making me this ill, ie, brain fog, stomach and bowel discomfort, nausea, no energy. Any suggestions would be gratefully looked at. Thanks, Simon " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=COCONUTOIL_70152 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss3 Thu, 29 Dec 11 17:51:47 -0600 [BETTER BUT NOT CURED] Heather from San Diego, California writes: "I'm on disability and am officially diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome, which has been going on for 7 years now and started shortly after I developed mononucleosis. Six months ago, I stopped using all forms of oil high in either Omega 6 OR Omega 3; switching exclusively to coconut oil, and using also some butter and some olive oil. Due to this switch, I noticed an immediate improvement in my chronic fatigue. I did that based on othe research of Ray Peat, PhD after YEARS of using stuff like grapeseed oil and fish oil/krill/cod liver oil thinking that I needed the Omega 3's, or in the case of grapseed oil, thinking the high smoke point would save me from oxidation more than other cooking oils would. I had also hoped the coconut oil would help with weight loss, as I've gained 30 lbs in the past year for no particular reason. It did not help with my weight loss but I noticed a significant improvement within a few days in regards to clarity of mind and energy. In fact, for the first week or so, I felt significantly improved, and thought I was well on my way to being cured. At that point, I was eating 3-5 tablespoons of the stuff each day. Unfortunately, the polyunsaturated oils do not appear to have been *THE* cause of my chronic fatigue syndrome - at least I don't think so but it takes 4 years for that huge, life-long buildup of toxic unsaturated fatty acids to leave my body - but the coconut oil helped, it reduced my CFS to a more manageable level of discomfort, so I wouldn't stop using coconut oil for anything; nor will I ever be fooled into thinking that take Omega 3's is a good idea again either. There have been studies done where scientists hypothesized that giving Omega 3's to pregnant women would increase the child's IQ - since we're all under the impression that Omega 3's are the ticket to health and longevity. Those scientists were perplexed and disappointed with the results: There was a significant trend toward the opposite: Lower IQ's in the babies. That is news I can personally use with two daughters in their 20's who are looking forward to building their own families soon. (And yes, I gave them Omega 3's while they were growing up, since they were babies; which I regret.) (Google Ray Peat - the study I'm thinking of about the pregnant women was a French study, which he mentions in some article or the other.) But that's getting a bit off topic. Point is, the coconut oil helped. I usually just use it for cooking but sometimes I'll take a tablespoon or two in the morning, when I feel it will help with my energy and/or appetite. Still looking for a CFS cure. For the last several weeks, I've been using the Lugol's iodine at 12.5 - 15 mg per day, and am considering working up to higher doses. That has cured my low body temperature and intolerance to cold (icy feet), but it's too soon to know whether it is the cure I'm looking for. I think the Lugol's has helped with brain fog but it's too soon to tell for sure. Yesterday, I began adding 1/2 tsp baking soda in water 2x a day to see if that helps. Also, I have become aware of the fluoride connection. I was one of those kids who had white spots on the teeth from flouride treatments, and I have only ever drunk tap water, usually filtered with a Brita. So today I'm going fluoride free and will try distilled water only for the next month or so; and will avoid all other sources of flouride as well. Will definitely let earth clinic know if any particular remedy gives me my life back. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=DR_67790 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss4 Sun, 27 Nov 11 10:51:36 -0600 [YEA] Energizer Bunny from Denver, Co writes: "I am a 42 year old old male, and I've had chronic fatigue ever since I can remember. The doctors were useless. I've tried everything, including diet, exercise, vitamins, herbs, etc. I couldn't even exercise because I was always too tired! I've never really been able to concentrate. Also, when I would wake up in the morning, I felt as if I hadn't rested at all. You know the feeling? Not fun. I failed high school because I couldn't concentrate. Fortunately, I have a strong talent for computer programming and I am self-employed with that. Sometimes days would go by before I could even start on a project, and even if I could get started, I'd have to stop and rest frequently throughout the day, while guzzling coffee just to be able to keep my eyelids open. People were always asking me why my cheeks were always red and that gets very embarrassing after a while, no pun intended (rosacea, could never get rid of it, until... ) * * * * * NOW HERE'S THE GOOD PART!!! * * * * * That was all until recently... Then I gradually discovered Alpha Lipoic Acid (100MG, great energy and concentration booster), Acetyl L-Carnitine (500MG), CoQ10 (100MG), and I started feeling better. Then I read about D-Ribose (750MG) and how it is vital for energy. So I drove one hour to the nearest health food store (seriously) and the guy there said I needed to take it with Creatine (800MG). BOOM. That was the key. The D-Ribose and Creatine took it too a whole new level!!!!!!!!!! I took the D-Ribose (2 of the 750MG) and the Creatine (1 @ 800MG) and gave the same amount to my mother, and after a few hours I looked at her and said, "do you feel really good?" and she said, "yeah, I feel very peaceful and content... " and I replied, "Exactly. "... As the day progressed, we both felt better and better. Now we take it every day. The pain she was having in her legs is pretty much gone. She is 70 years old and she gets WAY MORE done now. She goes all day without stopping, instead of her usual three naps a day. The first few days of taking it, I just felt really happy, very peaceful and focused. I take all of the above supplements each morning, 1 of each but 2 of the D-Ribose. Now when I start working in the morning, my concentration level is at 100%. Four hours later, my concentration level is at 100%. Eights hours into my work day, my concentration level is still at 100%, without taking a break except for lunch. Unreal. I'm in heaven... After working all day, I have the energy level of a 5 year old boy now, I'm not joking, I'm serious, and you know hey THEY are! Oh, and my rosacea is GONE! (The Alpha Lipoic Acid really helped with that! ) My face isn't red anymore! It feels good to look like I'm not sick! And I exercise every day now. I work out with dumbbells, 10 to 25 pounds with each arm, I climb stairs for exercise for 10 minutes straight (up and down) like it's nothing. Seriously. I had already been eating healthy, so it's not like you can live on fast food and expect this to work. For breaksfast I eat oatmeal with honey and cinnamon (I also add a little sea-salt, blackstrap molasses, and coconut oil), or scrambled eggs cooked with olive oil or coconut oil and I add basil and sea-salt (ridiculously delicious), for lunch I have chicken breasts cooked in olive oil or coconut oil, and... That's right... Basil and sea-salt. Seriously, you have no idea how delicious that is. I also make stir-fry with raw spinach, red onions, tomatoes, garlic cloves (the whole clove, although not fun to peel) and whatever other vegetables seem good at the time, and I cook those in olive oil or coconut oil and... Basil and sea-salt... DELICIOUS!!! The healthy diet didn't help me with the chronic fatigue, but it sure does taste good! I was also very bloated for a while and started taking mixing psyllium husk powder mixed in water once or twice a day and that really helped! If you don't want to take all of the supplements listed above, you would still do extremely well with D-Ribose (2 to 4 @ 750MG) and Creatine (1 @ 800MG) each morning. Everyone says to take 5 Grams of D-Ribose every day, but I only take 1. 5 to 3 grams each day. But I keep upping my dose, and I feel better each day!!! Google it! YouTube it! EarthClinic it!!! I also heard (L?)-Carnosine was really good and should also be taken with the supplements listed above... THAT'S THE KEY: all of these supplements work together synergistically and each one helps all of the other supplements work better, as opposed to taking them separately. It's 11:38 PM right now and I'm still going full throttle! ... Even after working 8 hours and then exercising! And my concentration level is still at 100%!!! And, I sleep like a baby at night, which used to be a problem. That's whats cool about the D-Ribose... The energy is there when I need it, and the relaxation is there when I need it. It's as if it does want I want it to do when I want it to do it! Also my memory is way way way better! I want to point out that this is not like drinking coffee... I'm not bursting with energy and nervous, I feel very relaxed, but focused, and physically and mentally strong. I don't feel like I'm "on something" and I don't feel "high"... I just have a very genuine, natural sense of well-being, truly. I just feel really really really good! Have I made my point? :) :) :) " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=DR_67837 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss5 Sun, 27 Nov 11 19:45:33 -0600 Loraine from Orlando, Fl writes: "Thanks Energizer Bunny for that awesome post. I love these long detailed stories of hope. Always a pleasure reading. Thanks again. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=PVD_65264 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss6 Sat, 15 Oct 11 17:38:26 -0500 [YEA] Alexander from London, Uk writes: "Probiotics and VitD3 against Chronic Fatigue ok - do alot of things and take/ have taken alot of supplements, but what really seems to have kicked CFS in the butt is strong probiotics and Vit D3. Suffered from CFS for a good 10 years. Much better now and besides shifting my sleep patterns (feel grottiest in the mornings, so just sleeping through it and not getting up before noon does part of the trick. Luckily am self-employed so can arrange my day as I please), exercise (alot of cardio - and go into mediatation/ healing-mode whilst (don't do this on the treadmill!, works well on cross trainers and bikes though)) strong probiotics (I just make my own Kefir (but not anyone can abide the taste) and Vit D3 seem to have been the greatest help. There seems to be some medical evidence that CFS patients frequently have imblances of gut flora (through stress, trauma or antibiotics), i.e. too many 'neagtive' bacteria, which release toxings into the blood and harm/ weaken nerves and the immune system (of which supposedly 80% is around the gut) - i.e. continuously supporting the gut with beneficial probiotic bacteria which repopulate the gut and push out the negative bacteria seems a sensible idea. Since starting on Kefir two years ago the number of frequent infections went down! Did not do that much for energy though (besides a bit of a general feeling good boost to not be sick all the time anymore), but VitD3 did (initially about 10000IU for a few weeks and since 2000IU daily). Supposedly in the UK and US 50 % of adults are VitD3 insufficient! ?! ? and besides being important for cardio vascular health, blood sugar health and protective against several forms of cancer it helps with mood, immunity and energy levels....!!! Besides feeling better (hey still have bad, grumpy days, but (knock wood) have not had any major illness/ infections for almost a year now (there was just one heavy flu about 2 weeks after starting on VitD3 (healing crisis?! ?! )) - I have since managed to have the extra energy to stop smoking and come off antidepressants too!!! Very good too is that both probiotics (especially self-made Kefir) and VitD3 are both cheap! Good luck - never give up hope! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=RN_63852 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss7 Fri, 23 Sep 11 14:21:37 -0500 Tm from New York, New York, Usa writes: "Ted, thanks for your suggestions regarding CFS. Have you come across any remedies for CFS induced by an adverse drug reaction? I had a severe reaction to the flouroquinolone drug called levaquin, and one of the lingering symptoms is CFS. Many supplements, including magnesium and b-complex, seem to have helped somewhat but it's still a huge problem. I've never tried H2O2 but have heard mixed things. Any thoughts? Thanks for your help. - TM " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=GF_63274 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss8 Wed, 14 Sep 11 22:32:08 -0500 Susan from Saint Mary's, Ga, Usa writes: "History: Developed asthma at pre-school age; used to play in big oxygen tent which covered my bed. Developed Rheumatoid Arthritis at age 31 after birth of 2nd child; doctors still vacillate as to whether I have true RA as titers do not show up, but symtoms follow MD guidelines and over the years have taken extremely toxic meds for RA. No longer will take heavy meds for RA; deal with in other ways. Developed Chronic Fatigue, or what was diagnosed as such, shortly after life long best friend died at age 50 with heart desease. I was then 48. Went to doctor I have used for years (still drive 12 hours to see her 2x a year) and told her I thought I was suffering from depression due to friend's death. She wanted to take blood work before just slapping me on anti-depressive meds. Tests came back with mono; which in Adults is Epstein Barr and two other less common viruses/ She treated me for 6 weeks and at the end of that time, though fevers were less, fatigue and stumbling, no sleep, too much sleep, were not markably improved. Lived with this for many more years with no treatment until MDs starting treating with B12 injections. I now take 3x a week (I am 60). It does help, but not alot. Episodes still occur with virilent effects every three to six weeks. Last year was put on SAVELLA which is new treatment for Fibromyalgia. It has helped some too, spaced out episodes to four to six months, but now having problems with dry eye; loss of part of film covering eye and IBS. I have to tell all of you, common sense says autoimmune diseases are either related or feed off of each other or must strike some commonality as people with one autoimmune situation almost always have or develop another. Though I have nothing against "good" doctors (was raised by two), I have strong objections to now taking 22 pills a day which in no way shape or form can be good for my system and probably to some extent counteract each other. I am a Type A personality (which most autoimmune sufferers are), used to be very athletic, no longer eat meat as body will not tolerate and, of course, like almost all CFS sufferers no longer work outside the home, much less overwork, which I was famous far. I have lost friends over this as no one who has not suffered these life changing effects understands what you go through; luckily I do have a good spouse who tolerates my illness and my voracious reading and searches to try to find cause, effect and some form of treatment to help. I do think the floride poisoning reasearch has some strong studies to back it; oh and my hubby calls me a mine canary because if anything can effect anyone negatively by ingestion or skin contact, I usually "fall" off the perch first. Any studies or possible treatment with diet change or minerals or vitamin additives that anyone has found to be helpful I would appreciate. thanks.................stuck in lower rural, backward, Georgia Susan PS don't let anyone, with MD after their name or not, fool you into thinking this is caused by depression; anyone who has lived with chronic illness of any sort for more than a couple of years gets depressed.... HELLO?... Your life as you know it stops. If you need antidepressives to help control your sense of despair, take them, but be aware they come with their own issues as any chemical does......... Yoga does work for alot of people. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=RN_62556 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss9 Sat, 03 Sep 11 17:51:29 -0500 S.h. from Los Angeles, California, U.s.a writes: "Dear EarthClinic Desperately seeking for a cure for Myalgic Encephalomyelitis (ME). My nephew who is 22 years of age has been diagonised with M. E. He lives in UK. At present he has so many symptoms related to M.E. and is walking with crutches. He cannot walk for more than 2 mins without being tired. His mind is foggy and also cannot tolerate brightness. Has body and muscle aches and pains as well as chest pains and palpitations. The doctors have increased his uptake of vitamins B12 and D3 as well as CoQ10. Since this is more of a neurological disease and is due to some viral infection as well related to Chronic fatigue syndrome since he is very tired all the time, can you kindly advise a remedy for it. Many thanks and God bless. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=RN_57358 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss10 Mon, 06 Jun 11 10:14:28 -0500 Jeanie from Mesquite, Texas writes: "To Srs from Washington, Dc, Hello your letter caught my interest as I suffer from the same things you describe. I have been told I have Morgellons, and also fibromalgia. I have horrible sores on my face, since no one can tell me what to do, I have been using black walnut and wormwood. I have been reading about apple cider vineger. I am wanting to give it a try. But I am afraid to take both together, so I have decided to stick with the black walnut and wormwood. I am going to start a cleanse. Both morgellons and fibro. causing the same systems. I think the cronic fatigue has to be the worst. I would love to hear more on these condition and ways to help them. I fear morgellons will take my life. Please send comments and if you are dealing with either what has been successful. I do know that the apple cider vinger is great and no one can change my thoughts. If you keep your system alkalined cancer cannot survive.Help!! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=RN_57323 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss11 Sun, 05 Jun 11 11:27:12 -0500 Srs from Washington, Dc Usa writes: "Dear Ted, I have been diagnosed with CFS, hypothyroid, adrenal fatigue and depression. It started with mono when I was 18 (I am now 45) and for the next four years I struggled with fatigue, brain fog, bulimia and depression. Through my twenties while the bulimia and depression were no longer problems I began to have chronic aches in my legs and fatigue. I ran and played a lot of sports and had a healthy primarily vegetarian diet with few processed foods and organic when able. This helped in my twenties and I stick to the diet now but am too sick for the sports and meditation. My thirties to present we moved to DC. I always had allergies but they became debilitating and year round here especially sinus infections. Then depression returned on and off after I lost my first child in a car accident in 2000. I had six miscarriages have been able two have more healthy children. My family, friends, sports, yoga and meditation have all helped, but my physical capabilities have deteriorated so that I am barely able to lift a book. This has been the pattern for the past eight years. I teach yoga and am a busy mom so I force myself every day, but now my will and my body are just not able anymore. I sleep ten hours and am in bed sleeping on and off starting at 1pm. To address the chronic infection we are moving to CO to try a drier climate with the hope that this will eliminate some of the allergies of the swampy and moldy climate of DC. I have tried so many treatments all which work for a while, but nothing has lasted. I am currently at a low point, sore, unable to do simple things, extreme brain fog, and terrible bloating and indigestion which has coincided with me starting some of the remedies. Past ineffectual treatments were: Constant antibiotics up until two years ago, I once stayed 2 months with a doctor for daily IV therapy of B vitamins and H2O2. Cortisone, peptides, daily over the counter allergy and sinus meds , cognitive therapy, acupuncture, daily 500mg Wellbutrin with a small dose of Zoloft, lamictal and 5mg of Clonazapan(although I sleep too much) and thyroid medicine, Sinus surgery, Netti Pot, No wheat and Dairy Free diet. Many supplements during my IV therapy. I cam across this website this past April and had tremendous success with drinking a glass of water with H2O2 every hour for one day. I then took 6 drops clove oil in a capful of alcohol every ten minutes as needed and 1/4 citric acid and 1/4baking soda in 1/2 glass of water 2 X daily. That success lasted for three weeks. My current daily routine is: TED's alkalizing remedy (citric acid or ACV with baking soda) twice daily;one liter water with ten drops H2O2 and 1/4 teaspoon borax sipped throughout the day 1 teaspoon magnesium chloride, 1000 mg vitamin D, 1000mcg B12 sublinquil, 500 mg B-3, DHEA 25mg, 1 tablespoon Lecithin granuales, selenium 2 x week, 1 tablespoon molasses, Oil pulling with EVCO am and pm. I have been alkalizing and supplementing for a month and oil pulling for a week. I drink mineral salt in my water and take Epsom salt or Borax baths when too sore. The biggest difference is that my allergies are much better most of the time. However, the fatigue is still terrible and my stomach is caught between constipation, bloating to the other extreme of loose and constant. Since I am bedridden so much lately I am sending neighbors out to buy meth-blue and sodium chloride but have no idea how much to take and how often for how long. I would be so grateful for your insight. Thanks, SRS " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=VI_57102 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss12 Wed, 01 Jun 11 10:46:29 -0500 Robyn from Melbourne, Australia writes: "This discussion perhaps especially for those of us suffering severe fms & cfs symptoms but also how much does viral impact on mcs? "These include viral infections of Epstein-barr (EBV), cytomegalovirus (CMV), human herpes virus-6, (HHV-6), and bacterial infections such as mycoplasma, Chlamydia pneumoniae (CP) and Borrelia burgdorferi (Lyme disease). " I've had all of these. "Chronic reactivating infections, such as those mentioned above, do not stimulate IgM antibodies, as they are not new infections but rather intracellular reactivating infections." I feel like I have EBV, ross river virus and most of these most days ie. Close to death. "Additionally limiting sensitivity is the fact these infections are not concentrated in the blood or serum but rather in the tissues, especially nerves, brain and the white blood cells. " They are using 2 antibiotics to treat; one intraveneously over 6 months and are back to precfs days. Has anyone had any success with this kind of treatment? I've only used the natural methods after doctors doing me in with antibiotics in my 20s for yeast and bladder infections but not making much progress. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=ACVHP_57037 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss13 Mon, 30 May 11 20:04:12 -0500 [YEA] James from Winnaleah, Tasmania Australia writes: "I have had chronic fatigue for 30 years and have spent a small fortune on trying to find a cure. From the result of doing web searches, I realised that my ph was low so set about to correct it. Cider vinegar and H2O2, as well as being careful with what I eat, have been the means to correct my ph. You need to check your saliva and urine, not just your blood. Blood ph can be good and saliva and urine can be low as a result of the body correcting the blood. Our system knows that the blood needs to be right for our body's sake, so our saliva and urine systems will lower to counteract it. Therefore once we get our saliva and urine neutral things are rosey! Now after 30 years of pain and confusion, I am a different boy! I have been buying 50% H2O2 solution for spraying crops for insect and fungi control at a 3% mix. I rinse my mouth with straight water and then sip a mouth full of H2O2, hold it in my mouth and swerling it for a minute or so and then swallowing it. I chase it with another sip of water. --don't know why I do that :) H2O2 works on my crops and has worked on me. Who can argue with that? " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=MR_55466 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss14 Wed, 27 Apr 11 22:54:26 -0500 Courtney from Ny writes: "Dear Ted, Thank you for your help with CFS and allergies. Six years ago I started a continuous struggle with Chronic sinus headaches and infections brought on by allergies, deep muscle pain and extreme brain fog(At times it is too difficult to drive) and now severe depression. I have been bed ridden much of the time, but still keep going and making efforts to get well for my two children (ages 7 and 11)and my husband who has been burdened with all of the things I can no longer do. I have tried everything, I even stayed two months away from my family in order to get daily IV therapy which like all else was short-lived. I am currently on thyroid medication and a high dose of an anti-depressant. I began your allergy protocol with amazing success. I had a few bad days, but they disappeared within a week. I then began the H202 recipe that you gave in an earlier CFS response. In one day I felt like my old self and have not taken an antihistimine or sinus medication in two weeks! I am cautiously ecstatic. Last night hayfever set in with a vengeance. I have not taken any meds for it because I want to give your therapy a chance to work. I was able to get out of bed and steam with vinegar and water which finally brought the relief that citric acid and baking soda could not touch. It is evening and I am much better and can think clearly enough to write. I think I may be taking too much between H2O2 (3 drops per glass of mineral water) two glasses sipped all day and citric acid, baking soda and mineral water twice a day. When I feel my energy drain I use clove oil with unbelievable success. Could this actually work long term? Should I keep doing this every day along with taking Mg, amino acid, Chlorella, Zinc and egg yokes? I had a major setback today because I cut myself in the garden and got a a tetanus shot along with stitches. I am terrified all of this progress will now be lost. I would appreciate your thoughts on this. Thank you again for the last few weeks of improved health and the sliver of hope that it is possible to be healthy again. Sincerely, Courtney Best, Stacy " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=RN_51495 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss15 Sun, 23 Jan 11 19:02:04 -0600 Garnet from Village, Country writes: "Hi, I am currently taking a combination magnesium (143 mg) Chloride (405 mg)/calcium carbonate (283 mg)supplement in attempt to cure my chronic fatigue. Along with daily fatigue, I have exercise intolerance, shortness of breath, constant awareness of my heartbeat, and sometimes palpitations (my heart will have a flutter/irregular beat for a second or two). I am wondering if anyone has had success with this kind of magnesium for these symptoms and how long it took before your symptoms went away. I am having loose stools with this supplement and that was the reason why I switched to it from magnesium oxide (250 mgs). If anyone has any other remedy ideas for my symptoms, could you please post a reply? I really appreciate it. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=RN_50911 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss16 Tue, 11 Jan 11 00:02:20 -0600 Mommasunshine from Grand Rapids, Michigan writes: "I've had chronic fatigue for 3 years since I got 2 vaccines, the Tdap and the flu shot. My stomach is very slow to digest, my intestines are tender, I have constipation and little varicose veins are developing on my ankles. I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism and gerd. I'm not taking any medicine. Three months ago I had 2 root canals removed and 8 silver fillings replaced. I have ringing in my ears too. I'm afraid I'm beyond help but I do hope someone has some ideas to help me detox and heal. I have a 3.5 year old daughter who needs me! Thanks in advance! " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=MR_49731 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss17 Tue, 14 Dec 10 22:23:53 -0600 Tanya from Manchester, En writes: "I was diagnosed with CFS/FM/Under active thyroid and arythma garret, 3 years ago they told me I need a hip replacement and I was being monitored for my heartbeat, which had dropped to 34, I was told that I would need to have a pacemaker. Thank God I did not listen to them and started doing research and then a friend took me to see someone who treats people with bio energy and after one treatment, my heart rate went up to 42, so I was safe from the pacemaker. A couple more treatments and I was starting to get a lot better, I suffered terribly from brain fog, a teaspoon of ESKIMO OIL every day.. I started to notice the difference after a week, started to remember things and my mind was a lot more sharper and clearer. I had to travel 40 miles and someone had to drive me there and back, so I was still looking for other options and someone introduced me to a bio energy bed, that I could use at home called cergen, after the unlimited free trials, I decided to invest in one as I wanted in the comfort of my home and be able to use it 3 times a day. It does many things, align your spine, where the blood is made and also massages you and focuses on the lymphatic system, that really helped. I used everything on earth clinic and still do. Then I found wet cuppin, hijamah therapy, it is the best thing I have come across as it helped and healed me in many ways, and is so amazing that I could not possibly write all the benefits on here, so the best thing is to google it as Hijama. I had hijama done on my hip and after one treatment my hip was back to normal. I have also started to use DMSO.. Amazing stuff. I am a lot better, I have more or less a normal life. I found speaking only positive and smiling all the time helped. I still continue to use all these things, whenever I can, especially hijama as I have found this to be the most beneficial. I also only use distilled water and threw my microwave out a long time ago. I try and eat health , organic food and do not use any chemicals on my body, , or take them. Writing everyday, to empty my mind of rubbish changed my life! I hope this can be helpful as I know too well what its like being ill and being neither awake , nor asleep, feeling jet-lagged and not being able to sleep, the pain used to be on the next level and the worst , family and freinds not understanding. Peace, love and thank you for this wonderful site.. I love it. Tanya. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=MITOCHONDRIA_44234 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss18 Sat, 17 Jul 10 14:11:07 -0500 [BETTER BUT NOT CURED] Anna from Atlanta, Ga. writes: "I have ebv and chronic fatigue for long time. Taking Mitochondria 2 tabs per day. I feel a little better and worse when not taking it." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=ESSIAC-TEA_44024 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss19 Sun, 11 Jul 10 10:03:55 -0500 [YEA] Dezi from San Jose, Ca writes: "I have battled chronic fatigue for more than 20 years. Sometimes it's baffling; it comes and goes. However, I have managed to keep working all this time because of the natural remedies I've used. The XMRV viral connection makes sense to me. I had Epstein-Barr virus. I treated this with the essiac fomula very successfully, and I am due for another brewing. It might be worth a try. It turns my energy around with a week of taking the brew morning and night on an empty stomach. Essiac is said to kill viruses and cancer cells in the bloodstream. I'd like to add that I took the essiac formula to my cousin and his partner, who had come down with AIDS many years ago. To this day, they still take it, and it has been a literal life saver for them. Chronic fatigue can also have a thyroid component, and also adrenal exhaustion may play a part, or a combination. A homeopathic doctor told me years ago that my mitochondria were dysfunctional. The mitochondria are organisms that live in our cells. They consume sugar and release energy, giving us energy at the cellular level. If this is not working correctly, you will not have any energy being supplied to your body. The mitochondria can be effected by viruses, candida, etc.! I'm currently looking into how to support the mitochondria. Anyone out there have any suggestions for that?" http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=OLIVELEAF_43844 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss20 Mon, 05 Jul 10 13:36:27 -0500 [QUESTION] Sarah from Tel Aviv, Israel writes: "Question for Ted I've had a mild case of chronic fatigue for 24 years. I've improved my diet - everything fresh, no chemicals. I've been oil pulling as well as other things to try to either heal myself or reduce symptoms. I wanted to see if olive leaf can help me (on the assumption that CFS is caused by the XMRV retrovirus, and olive leaf is anti-viral). I always prefer a food solution to a supplement and there are olive trees growing on the streets around me (and there is air pollution too). Is there any way I can use the leaves from the trees? Are they safe? What should I do with them? If not fresh leaves, should I try olive leaf capsules? Extract? Thanks in advance. " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=RN_40193 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss21 Thu, 18 Mar 10 17:55:40 -0500 Rose from Girona, Spain writes: "As I cannot see recent posts on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome remedies, I'd like to make a call out to any person who's dealt or currently dealing with this illness who is having good results and could share it with all of us who still haven't been able to beat it. Thanks in advance." http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=RETROVIRAL_39288 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss22 Wed, 24 Feb 10 12:27:38 -0600 Pr from Houston, Texas, Usa writes: "Resistant Chronic Fatigue/Fibromyalgia Helpful news from my doctors office yesterday. I was given info on a retrovirus XMRV showing up in the blood work of those who suffer from CFS and Fibromyalgia. (see link below) The article did not state Fibromyalgia but many who have Fibromyaglia have CFS. My doctor told me in approx. 2 months the blood test should be ready for use. This can be helpful for many who has tried everything with limiting results. I have a request for help from our posting gurus to help with natural remedies for muting virus. I know BHT has been mention as one. But how much and how often, and are there other remedies? http://www.nih.gov/news/health/oct2009/nci-08.htm " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=RN_37029 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss23 Tue, 05 Jan 10 11:47:55 -0600 [QUESTION] Laurie from Wolverine, Mi writes: "My daughter is 21, about 5'5 and about 190 in weight, she is suffering with great fatigue/really frustrated within her body. Her blood work says she is ok with thyroid,which runs in our family, however she began taking kelp, which has helped..she finds its not enough. She feels everything is a chore, very touching, seems aggravated alot, looks puffy and tired alot, where she could sleep 24 hours if she could; she has an active life, but cannot loose any weight, she doesn't eat that much. It is painful as a parent not knowing what to do. I remember long ago a neighbor had a two year old child and the mom got real puffed out, was very frustrated, irritated uncontrollable at times, she was diagnosed with ?, the doctors gave her a shot and she went from a size 12 to a size 2 in a two week period and her demeaner went back to normal...she rented from a veternarian and he said animals get what she had at times??? Can you shed any light on either of the two? I would be very grateful. Thank you Laurie " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=RN_33586 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss24 Fri, 16 Oct 09 12:53:21 -0500 [QUESTION] Simyboye from London, Uk writes: "Chronic fatigue Hi there, hope your all well and happy? I send my kind thoughts to you all and wonder if someone can give me some input? I have spent £1000's on trying to find a cure to my tiredness. Symtoms below. Just recently been to see the doctor who is has now done the second set of bloodtests... I am currently in contact with a holistic therapist who is insistant of the tiredness being my endocrine system. Below is the info I have been sending and speaking with. If someone can give any advice etc, please let me know. I have two sets of bloodtest results that show low this and that. Can post or email to anyone interested? Many thanks James ---- Dear Mr ____, Your GP has ruled out inflammatory conditions, you are not aneamic or diabetic, and your thyroid function is normal. The main abnormality I see is the low SHBG. I would suggest you ask your GP to repeat this, and also check your fasting insulin and glucose levels, ferritin, cortisol and prolactin. To get these done privately is expensive. One possibility for some of your symptoms, particularly fatigue, is insulin resistance. Amphetamines and related drugs such as ecstasy do have some endocrine impact, usually loss of libido, but little is known about their long-term effects. I would be happy to review these results. Kind regards, John _______ Hi Sir, Many thanks for replying. Much appreciated. Enclosed 1st and 2nd test results. Please let me know if you see anything that would cause the chronic tiredness. Many thanks. Dr John _ ________ Dear Sir, I wondered if you could please help, or give me some advice. I would do anything to get rid of my chronic tiredness. Just recently had my blood tested and a few things have showed up. However my GP wont forward me to an endocrinologist so think I may have to go private from here. Can forward you the scanned results of my blood if you wish? Some more info on my condition. Been like this for 17 years. Took many recreational drugs as a teenager including speed, weed, ecstacy, cocaine etc. In October 1992 I took speed and ecstacy (at a rave) and was very wasted. The next day I was too scared to sleep as I thought I wouldn't wake. I'm sure that my dire tiredness started from there. Have listed symptoms below. I do have: Mild Athletes foot (reacuring) Cold feet *Heel spur Slight cracks around my groin area that weep. Yeasty and fungal Jock itch for at least 15 years. Sorted with coconut oil. Only thing that worked! Itchy anus Lower back ache. Cold hands Hard to put on weight (have taken body building steriods) Wind/ burping/Bloating *Indegestion Upset stomach Tightness in my chest sometimes. *Slurring of words most of the time. Furry tongue *Poor concentration. *Poor memory Sensitivities to noise. *Constant head fog *Constant tiredness - apple cider vinegar helps for a small amount of time. Itchy ears I don't have: Sensitivities to smells, fuels, smoke diesel fumes etc. Although I did have a hair analysis done and said I do. Mercury fillings. Removed Last year, but not done a detox on that. Food sensitivies Sinnus issues I have tried: Hypnosis Acupuncture Meditation Reiki Psychotherapists Psychiatrists CBT Huna Urine therapy etc etc pH diet for 6 months - pH would not go above 7. Did go from acidic to more alkaline but only slightly. Didn't feel any better. Last Natrupath verdict - Lack in various vitamins and now sorted.. Said I had slight leaky gut. Still not sure why my pH levels wont go up? Hydrogen Peroxide infusions at .375% Oh, I'm all over this thing but still not much progress. Any input will be greatly appreciated. I think Its going to take a while to shift. Thank you in advance. James EMAIL FROM CURRENT NATURPATH Hi James, Could not see everything - scanning cut edges. From what I could see, your hormones are out of balance. Low sex hormone binding globulin (SHBG) may be related to hypothyroidism and insulin resistance which are consistent with your symptoms. High serum luteinizing hormone (LH) level is also something that needs to be addressed. So, go back to your GP and ask for a referral to an endocrinologist, as I had suggested, and insist on it! G________ " http://www.earthclinic.com/Redirect.php?pageLink=/CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome.html&name=ACVBS_33206 /CURES/chronic_fatigue_syndrome1.rss25 Tue, 06 Oct 09 17:12:49 -0500 [BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] Debbie-Anne from Saratoga, Nsw Australia writes: "Hi Ted I have had Chronic Fatigue Syndrome for 20 years now and was delighted to read your valuable information and am really desperate for your advise. I tried your recipe of 2 x tablespoon ACV & 1/4 tspn bicarb Soda and for the first time in 20years felt well with great energy. However, I am now suffering with chronic constipation from the ACV & Bicarb Soda. I am very aware that I have candida very badly too, the other day I consumed raw garlic with lunch and suffered very bad indigestion and again became very constipated. Due to years of food intolerances, allergies and severe hayfever (all year round) I have developed severe poloyps in my nose and am desperate to avoid yet another operation. However, you mentioned lemons in one of your remedies but because of my sensitivities I am unable to take lemons (i live in Australia).I am also aware that I am unable to digest my food should I take something for this.I would love to keep taking your remedies but might need them modified, can you please help me. Ted, can you also tell me how long I need to take the remedy you suggest and the maintenance dosage I need to take thereafter to maintain my health. Thank you for your time. Warm regards, Debbie-Anne"