Annie Sawyer, Ph. D.
The most common complaint I encountered in my practice was the so called CFS or patients suffering from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Half of them were already treated for depression and half of them were told- they were anemic. One of the blood tests your doctor may perform if you have CFS is to measure your hemoglobin and red blood cells by means of a simple blood test.
· Hemoglobin carries the oxygen that helps the body's cells to make and utilize energy. Low levels of hemoglobin and red blood cells are a synonym of CFS. There are many reasons and diseases that can cause anemia as a primary disease or as a secondary symptom.
· Iron, vit.B12 and folic acid do contribute to the formation and function of our hemoglobin and red blood cells, so their plasma and tissue levels must be also monitored.
· There are other nutrients like: zinc, copper, amino acids, vitamin B6 and vitamin C which are equally essential for the execution of this vital process.
· There is a hormonal level panel array of blood tests that can also help discovering the other possible reasons of your constant tiredness.
· All the above nutrients assist with the manufacture of serotonin and melatonin which prevent you from becoming depressed and allow you to enjoy a good night sleep.
In other words if you are fatigued you need to do the following:
A/ Cleansing & Detoxifying Your Body
B/ Proper Nourishment must be assured.
C/ Balancing Your Body's PH.
D/ Enhancing Mind/ Spirit/ Body Connection- relalxation techniques, biofeedback, meditation, Tai Chi, Tai Bo, Hatta Yoga, etc.
E/ There are plenty of adaptogenic herbs like: Ginseng, Ashwagandha( Ayurvedic herb), Cordyceps (Chinese medical mushroom), Rodiola Rosea, Guarana, Royal jelly, Eleutherococcus senticosus, Panax Ginseng, Green tea, Coenzyme Q10, D-ribose, vitamin C, vit D3, Calcium/ Magnesium in 2:1 ratio, and vitamin B complex can help allot.
CFS is the most obvious result of lack of sleep. Research has shown that chronic sleep dysfunction can also play a role in the development of serious health risks such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and memory loss.
Dietary Formulas that may help you are:
L-theanine – an amino acid that helps prompt calming "wakeful relaxation" alpha-wave brain activity
L-glutamine – an amino acid that's been shown to improve mood and reduce hostility
Taurine – an amino acid that helped regulate stress tolerance in animal studies
Niacin – a key nutrient for energy metabolism and DNA repair
Vitamin B6 – plays a key role in neurotransmitter synthesis and cell metabolism
Folic Acid – supports cognitive function and emotional wellbeing
Vitamin B12 – crucial for elevated, peaceful moods and memory (stores of this vitamin are depleted by the stress hormone cortisol)
Pantothenic Acid – enhances adrenal function and balances release of stress hormones
Magnesium Oxide – boosts vasomotor control and facilitates healthy neurotransmission, which helps manage anxiety and stress
The most common complaint I encountered in my practice was the so called CFS or patients suffering from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Half of them were already treated for depression and half of them were told- they were anemic. One of the blood tests your doctor may perform if you have CFS is to measure your hemoglobin and red blood cells by means of a simple blood test.
· Hemoglobin carries the oxygen that helps the body's cells to make and utilize energy. Low levels of hemoglobin and red blood cells are a synonym of CFS. There are many reasons and diseases that can cause anemia as a primary disease or as a secondary symptom.
· Iron, vit.B12 and folic acid do contribute to the formation and function of our hemoglobin and red blood cells, so their plasma and tissue levels must be also monitored.
· There are other nutrients like: zinc, copper, amino acids, vitamin B6 and vitamin C which are equally essential for the execution of this vital process.
· There is a hormonal level panel array of blood tests that can also help discovering the other possible reasons of your constant tiredness.
· All the above nutrients assist with the manufacture of serotonin and melatonin which prevent you from becoming depressed and allow you to enjoy a good night sleep.
In other words if you are fatigued you need to do the following:
A/ Cleansing & Detoxifying Your Body
B/ Proper Nourishment must be assured.
C/ Balancing Your Body's PH.
D/ Enhancing Mind/ Spirit/ Body Connection- relalxation techniques, biofeedback, meditation, Tai Chi, Tai Bo, Hatta Yoga, etc.
E/ There are plenty of adaptogenic herbs like: Ginseng, Ashwagandha( Ayurvedic herb), Cordyceps (Chinese medical mushroom), Rodiola Rosea, Guarana, Royal jelly, Eleutherococcus senticosus, Panax Ginseng, Green tea, Coenzyme Q10, D-ribose, vitamin C, vit D3, Calcium/ Magnesium in 2:1 ratio, and vitamin B complex can help allot.
CFS is the most obvious result of lack of sleep. Research has shown that chronic sleep dysfunction can also play a role in the development of serious health risks such as type 2 diabetes, heart disease, obesity, and memory loss.
Dietary Formulas that may help you are:
L-theanine – an amino acid that helps prompt calming "wakeful relaxation" alpha-wave brain activity
L-glutamine – an amino acid that's been shown to improve mood and reduce hostility
Taurine – an amino acid that helped regulate stress tolerance in animal studies
Niacin – a key nutrient for energy metabolism and DNA repair
Vitamin B6 – plays a key role in neurotransmitter synthesis and cell metabolism
Folic Acid – supports cognitive function and emotional wellbeing
Vitamin B12 – crucial for elevated, peaceful moods and memory (stores of this vitamin are depleted by the stress hormone cortisol)
Pantothenic Acid – enhances adrenal function and balances release of stress hormones
Magnesium Oxide – boosts vasomotor control and facilitates healthy neurotransmission, which helps manage anxiety and stress
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These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. The material in this newsletter is provided for informational purposes only. Thus our intentions are not to diagnose, cure, mitigate, treat or prevent any disease. If you use the information in this newsletter without the approval of your health professional, the authors of this letter do not assume any responsibility. Copyright @ 2009, Natural Health-Wellness LLC. All rights reserved.
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