|
|
Holistic Blends Inc.
Ph.:US/CANADA 1-888-724-4366
Ph: INTERNATIONAL 315-295-1236
|
Watch
us, Tweet us, Like us, Pin us:    
|
Tired all the time? This may be why
Hi John
I think it’s a fair statement that most of us have had days where we felt
like we were "the walking dead" and could barely keep our eyes open.
Whether it was because of a cold or flu, not sleeping enough the night
before, a long plane ride or doing something physically exhausting, most people
have felt fatigued now and then.
And when it's only
now and then and the cause is clear-cut, that's
one thing. A good night's rest is usually all you need to feel good
again.
But the problem arises when the fatigue becomes constant, severe and affects
your everyday functioning--otherwise known as
chronic fatigue syndrome
(CFS).
Let's look at this mysterious debilitating condition that affects over half
a million people in the US alone, see what may be behind it and explore ways to
help overcome it if you've got it.
Chronic fatigue--more than
just yawning
Chronic fatigue syndrome is characterized by frequent bouts of
incapacitating, flat-on-your-back
fatigue and extreme
exhaustion.
In addition to fatigue, other symptoms can include:
- Loss of memory or concentration
- Sore throat
- Enlarged lymph nodes in your neck or armpits
- Muscle pain
- Joint pain
- Headaches
- Feeling exhausted even after a full night's
sleep
- Extreme exhaustion lasting more than 24
hours after physical or mental exertion
When that is your reality, it's no wonder that people with CFS also often
have
depression. And since the symptoms can be so debilitating,
frequent absences from work or school are common too.
Note that CFS also has several aliases too—including CFIDS (chronic fatigue
and immune dysfunction syndrome); myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME); chronic
Epstein-Barr virus (CEBV) and “yuppie flu.”
How will I know?
Diagnosing CFS can be tricky because there’s not a simple lab test that a
doctor can do.
By definition, people with CFS have been extremely tired for at least six
months with no obvious reason. In addition, the Centers for Disease
Control and Prevention (CDC) has established the following criteria for
diagnosing CFIDS:
1- Your
fatigue is not eliminated by rest and it substantially reduces your ability to
function normally.
2- You have
suffered from at least four of the following symptoms for the last six
months:
- Loss in ability to concentrate or short-term
memory function
- Sore throat
- Swollen and tender lymph nodes
- Muscle pain
- Multiple-joint pain without swelling or
redness
- Headaches of a new type, pattern or severity
- Sleep disturbances
- Exercise-related fatigue that lasts more
than 24 hours
So what's the deal?
CFS is largely a
mystery to the medical community because there's not
one distinct cause that has been clearly pinpointed.
So that means treatment is simply aimed at symptomatic relief--typically
antidepressants
and sleeping pills.
But considering the potential dangers of these medications and their growing
list of side effects, it's no wonder that many people may feel even WORSE under
treatment--not better!
However, the ray of hope here is that there are certain factors which have
been shown to go
hand in hand with CFS that are
unmistakable.
In addition, there are other conditions that can "
masquerade"
as or be mistakenly diagnosed as CFS.
And once you know about these other factors and conditions and do something
about them, you can take giant steps toward prevention of this nasty condition
or help feel better if you're battling it.
Here are seven things to consider--see how many may be affecting you:
(1) The health of your
immune system
CFS is frequently seen along with or immediately following a
viral
infection. The
Epstein-Barr virus and the
human herpes
virus 6 have been common suspects.
So it only follows that the stronger your immune system is overall, the
better able it will be to fight infections and viruses of all kinds.
(2) Gluten intolerance
Gluten intolerance can wear many "hats" and one way it can
manifest itself inside of you is to mimic chronic fatigue syndrome.
(3) Dysbiosis and/or
Leaky gut
People with CFIDS almost always have dysbiosis (harmful bacterial
overgrowth) and many have Leaky gut.
In addition, candidiasis (Candida overgrowth) is another common visitor in
people with chronic fatigue.
(4) Chronic stress
People who have chronic fatigue syndrome also sometimes experience abnormal
blood levels of hormones produced in the adrenal glands.
Your adrenal hormones are your stress hormones--specifically
adrenaline
and cortisol. They control your "
fight or flight"
reactions when you experience physical or mental stress.
If your stressors are temporary and short-lived, these hormones rise and
fall as needed and your body is restored to a calm state.
But the problem arises when you have
chronic stress--then your
adrenal hormones are in a constant state of elevation which can tax your
adrenal glands and cause you to stress-eat.
Oh, and play a part in chronic fatigue syndrome too.
(5) Hypothyroidism
One of the classic symptoms of hypothyroidism (low functioning thyroid) is
extreme
fatigue.
(6) Vitamin B12
deficiency
Vitamin B12 is a necessary "player" in your body's ability to
generate energy from the fats and carbohydrates that you ingest.
So when you are
low in this nutrient, you can suffer chronic fatigue
as a result.
(7) Hold on to your hat!
This one's a biggie.
Chronic fatigue can also be the result of these
9 commonly prescribed
medications:
1- Blood pressure drugs
like lisinopril (Prinivil, Zestril) and furosemide (Lasix)
Blood pressure drugs can depress the entire nervous system and deplete your
body of the vitamins and nutrients it needs to produce energy--which can be a
major trigger of chronic fatigue.
2- Statins
Ah, yes, the list of health problems associated with statins continues to
explode.
Add to that list their tendency to inhibit muscle growth and the production of
energy in your cells.
Over time this can manifest as chronic fatigue.
3- Benzodiazepines
(anxiety medications)
These drugs "work" by
sedating or hypnotizing patients in
order to treat conditions like anxiety, depression, insomnia and severe muscle
spasms.
What that means is people taking them may be walking around in a constant
state of
drowsiness which can worsen as their tolerance for the drugs
increases and they have to take
higher and higher doses.
Hello chronic fatigue.
4- Proton pump inhibitors
like lansoprazole (Prevacid) and omeprazole (Prilosec)
PPIs can deplete
magnesium stores from your body. And magnesium
deficiency can lead to a whole slew of severe illnesses, including extreme
weakness and fatigue.
5- Antihistamines like
loratadine (Claritin) and cetirizine (Zyrtec)
These histamine blockers often induce
tiredness and drowsiness in
people taking them, which over time can worsen and develop into chronic
fatigue.
6- Antipsychotics like
aripiprazole (Abilify) and risperidone (Risperdal)
These are the harshest of the harsh--drugs that are used to treat serious
conditions like
schizophrenia and bipolar disorder.
In addition to being powerful depressants, they can induce extreme fatigue
and overall weakness in many patients.
7- Antidepressants like
fluoxetine (Prozac) and sertraline (Zoloft)
Here's a "depressing" statistic: At least
30 million
Americans now take some type of antidepressant drug to manage depression,
as well as to treat chronic pain and a host of other "off label"
conditions.
These drugs "work" by inhibiting the normal function of your brain
neurotransmitters like serotonin and norepinephrine. This can also
interrupt other bodily hormone levels, which in turn can lead to chronic
fatigue.
8- Antibiotics
The "
medical miracle's" dark side continues to
darken.
In addition to obliterating your friendly gut flora (where 70% of your
immune system resides), antibiotics also often cause extreme fatigue and
tiredness.
9- Diuretics
These are often prescribed instead of, or in addition to, high blood
pressure drugs for people with elevated blood pressure.
But in addition to drawing out excess
water from the body, they also
tend to draw out necessary
electrolytes like sodium, potassium and
chloride as well, which can lead to severe mineral deficiencies.
And it is these deficiencies that can bring about chronic fatigue, as your
body struggles to produce enough energy due to a lack of proper nutrients.
Take control and stop the
fatigue before it stops YOU!
If you saw yourself in any of the factors I mentioned above, then it's time
to take control of what may be causing fatigue in you.
And do something about it.
Here are some very effective strategies to help fight what may be causing
occasional or chronic fatigue for you:
Intestinal flora balance and
immune strength
When it comes to having a strong, resilient gut
wall and pampering your immune system, in addition to having a healthy diet of
real foods that nourish your friendly flora (especially
vegetables and
fruits), supplementation with a quality probiotic product can be extremely
helpful.
And
Super
Shield multi-strain probiotic formula is your ticket here.
-
http://www.bluerockholistics.com/product/pross.asp
Super Shield's 13 strains of potent, top-shelf probiotic bacteria strains
are up to the challenge, ready to line your intestinal wall, help beef up your
supply of beneficial bacteria, keep harmful bacteria in check, and also help
keep your BMs more regular too!
Gluten got your goat?
If you suspect
gluten may be a challenge for you the easiest way to
tell is to eliminate it from your diet. You'll see a difference soon
enough.
And if you have a KNOWN gluten challenge, well, it's time to do what you
need to do.
Now if eliminating gluten from your life seems like a
daunting task,
no worries. Because
Great Taste No Gluten will guide you all the way.
-
http://www.greattastenogluten.com/great.asp
Great Taste No Gluten teaches you the many "
faces" of
gluten intolerance and gives you easy guides on eliminating gluten from your
life for good.
Plus you'll get a book of scrumptious recipes that will make you love every
delicious gluten free bite of your new eating lifestyle!
And as an added bonus,
Great Taste No Gluten also guides you in how to
construct meals that are not only gluten free but are also easier for your body
to digest.
So that can lead to fewer tummy troubles and more regular BMs!
De-stress
If you find you’re frequently or constantly stressed, it’s time to
do
something about it. The following have been shown to be extremely
helpful:
- Don’t over-commit yourself.
Learn to say no when your plate is already full, and make some
“me-time” for yourself, even if it’s just a warm bath for 20 minutes.
- If your job causes you stress and it doesn’t
seem like it can or will get any better, consider looking for another job.
- See a skilled therapist or counselor.
Note I used the word “skilled”—if you’ve been seeing a therapist
and they’re either not helping you or all they want to do is push
drugs on you, find another.
- Exercise! Exercise is one of the cheapest and most
effective forms of stress reduction. Find an exercise buddy to
keep you motivated and keep it fun. Just be sure to get your
doctor’s OK, especially if you haven’t moved much in a while.
- Reach into your inner spiritual side.
Deep breathing, meditation, prayer and yoga are all VERY effective stress
reducers.
Get tested for thyroid
problems
The key here is to get
thoroughly tested.
You see, when assessing someone for thyroid problems, many doctors will
typically do just
one test--a
TSH test.
But know this: The TSH does NOT always detect a thyroid challenge.
That means many people with
undiagnosed thyroid problems continue to
suffer!
A better approach is to have a
thorough battery of tests including:
- TSH
- Total T4
- Free T4, T3
- Thyroid peroxidase antibody
- Thyroid binding globulin
- TRH challenge test
If your doctor says these tests are not necessary and/or won't do them, find
another doctor who will.
Boost your B12
Vitamin B12 a
very common deficiency--especially with vegetarians,
people who use antacids, people who have had gastric surgery and the
elderly.
Your doctor can do a simple test to see if you're
low in B12. If you are and changes to your diet aren't enough,
supplementation may be wise. But beware—because B12’s absorption in the
GI tract may be inconsistent—especially if you are low in stomach acid or your
system can’t produce the intrinsic factor needed for proper B12 absorption.
But
Hydroxaden
2.5 can help with these challenges.
-
http://www.bluerockholistics.com/product/hydroxaden.asp
Hydroxaden 2.5 is a convenient vitamin B12 spray that gives you the 2.5 mg
of B12 (in the form of
hydroxocobalamin) suggested by many nutrition
experts. Just five quick sprays under your tongue each day is all it
takes.
And since it’s absorbed through the
mucus membranes in your mouth,
stomach acid and intrinsic factor deficiencies are not a concern.
Medication mayhem
Last but not least, if you're on any of the fatigue-inducing medications I
listed above, it may behoove you to talk to your doctor about
safer or
natural alternatives.
And get this--if you change your diet to make it healthier and more easily
digested like I explain in the
Great Taste
No Pain system
-
http://www.greattastenopain.com/great.asp
chances are good you may eventually help improve the underlying problem and
hence not need those medications anymore (and can talk to your doctor about
weaning off of them!).
Or at least maybe you and your doctor can discuss reducing your dose or
using milder alternatives that don’t make you fatigued!
All it takes is just a few simple modifications to what foods you pair
together, and of course incorporating more of the good stuff (meats,
vegetables, fresh fruits and whole grains) into your meals.
Chronic fatigue continues to be a health nightmare and remains very much a
mystery.
But once you look at what may be causing or contributing to any level of
fatigue in YOU, then you can make a tremendous difference in how you feel!
To your health,
Sherry Brescia
PS: Remember—we’ll soon
be launching our brand new website-www.holisticblends.com! It’s
getting closer to completion and the big day will be here before long!
PPS: Always be
sure to let your doctor or healthcare provider know what supplements you are
taking.
PPPS: JoAnn has energy
she hasn’t had in years, and she’s down 12 pounds!
Hi Sherry:
I feel like a new person. I am 58 years old and
have suffered with Gerd for at least 15 years. I've been on Nexium, Prevacid,
Prilosec, Aciphex, Tums, Pepcid, you name them and I have probably taken them.
I finally ended up on Prilosec again. It wasn't even working for me and some
days I was taking 2 a day.
I started your Great Taste No Pain program and
that was the last day I had a Prilosec. I cannot believe the difference in how
I feel.
I have lost 12 pounds, and my reflux is just
about totally gone. I have energy that I haven't had in years. And it's so
simple. I am telling everyone I know about this fantastic program!
Thanks for the Great Taste No Pain plan. It has
changed my life.
JoAnn
Want the best probiotic on the market today? Then learn why Super Shield
outshines all the rest here.
Got low energy? Brain fog? CRS disease? You just may be low in in
just one vitamin.
One out
of four people are. Read more about this deficiency and how you can help turn
that around FAST.
Years of junk foods, meats, alcohol and soft drinks results in a decrease
in your body's ability to produce digestive enzymes. This can result in daily
painful gas, bloating, heartburn and constipation no matter how otherwise
healthy your diet is!
Digestizol
Max can help turn that around for you fast. Its effective blend of 14
plant-derived enzymes and soothing herbs will help carry out the job of
digestion and keep you feeling great!
Learn more about Digestizol
Max here.
Gluten has been linked to hundreds of health problems, including
autoimmune diseases. If you are gluten sensitive or have an autoimmune
disease, see what avoiding gluten can do for you.
Great Taste No Gluten
will make gluten avoidance easy, while giving you 160 of the world's tastiest
gluten-free recipes to make you love every bite of your gluten-free life.
Learn more about Great
Taste No Gluten here.
Haven't taken the Great Taste No Pain
test drive? Why
not? Get over to
-
http://www.greattastenopain.com/freereports/
and feel the power of Great Taste No Pain.
Orders: 1-888-724-4366
Want to read past articles?
Here they are.
* Forward this email to the people you care about the most!
-
http://www.greattastenopain.com/great.asp
-
http://www.greattastenogluten.com/great.asp
-
http://www.bluerockholistics.com
(c) copyright 2013 Holistic Blends
**The FDA has not evaluated all of these statements. The contents of this
email are not to be considered medical advice and are for educational purposes
only. If you are experiencing health challenges, always consult your doctor for
medical advice and follow it even if it contradicts the contents of this
email.**
Pain-Free Living is a permission-based newsletter. The only way to receive it
is to request it here To stop getting this letter, simply use the link
below and it will end automatically and immediately.
Holistic Blends Inc.
- http://www.greattastenopain.com/great.asp
PO Box 359 Syracuse, NY 13209
Ph.: 1-888-724-4366 FAX: 315-468-5818
Cancer is an acid i.e. lactic acid, which is a waste product of the
fungus and mold and lives in environment that has low concentration of oxygen.
If we bring high concentration of oxygen molecules to the cancer
cells they will die.
Subscribe to feed
