FATIGUE

Essentially fatigue is lack of bio-energy.  We know that the fundamental energy of the body  is in electrons.  Electrons are carried by molecules such as ATP (Adenosine tri-phosphate), oxygen, hydrogen and the antioxidants. Essentially Alternative Medicine experts recommend attention to the following factors

1. Reduction of Viruses such Epstein-Barr, Flu, Prions thought to be responsible for brain damage. Benefits through drinking Colloidal Silver mineral water.
2. ATP synthesis and availability through Hydrogen and Electrons which are available in PRESCHIS  antioxidant

Although there is no guaranteed prescription or recipe for recovery that every Chronic Fatigue Syndrome or Fibromyalgia sufferer can follow, there are some extremely useful remedies which I have researched.  The paths to recovery are many and varied, and they are full of ups and downs along the way.  However, it is probably safe to say that anyone who has recovered hasn't done so without significant change--whether it be changes in lifestyle,  diet, self-care, activity level, spirituality, or even emotional state.

This is not to imply that those who have not yet recovered  have failed, or that it is our fault.  Dr. William Collinge, Ph.D., who has written extensively on the topic of recovery from CFS said, "Some people do all the right things, and don't get well. Some people do all the wrong things and still get well."  There are a variety of factors that may influence an individual's chances of recovery, including genetic makeup, environmental toxins, stress, pathogens, or any of the host of elements that may cause CFS/FMS.  But until there is a medical cure that works consistently, the only things we can control are the changes we can make in our own lives, with the  hope that they will bring some improvement.

Thomas Oates, Jr., a recovered CFIDS sufferer once said, "People want to heal, but they don't always want to change." By its very nature, CFS/FMS changes us, and if we refuse to adapt to these changes, we may be fighting a never-ending battle. It is only through a sense of acceptance and a willingness to learn and adjust--over and over again--that we may begin to overcome this challenge.

In reviewing the various accounts of CFS/FMS recovery, a number of consistent themes and common strategies emerge.  This is not to say that if you do these things, then you will necessarily recover;   people who have recovered, mostly have adopted a number of the strategies below in one form or another.  It's interesting that the strategies that may contribute to your recovery are also tools that are essential to "living well" even while you're sick.

Here's a list of 10 things you can do to live well with CFS/FMS and improve your chances of recovery:

  View recovery as a process.
Rather than look for the one "magic bullet" that will cure you, see every action as a step on the road to improved health.  Don't expect to see overnight changes; slow progress is still...progress.

Let go of fear.
The unpredictability of CFS/FMS and uncertainty about the future causes a great amount of fear and anxiety.  The best way to cope with this is to focus on the moment as best you can and take it one day at a time.  Avoid contemplating the "what ifs."

  Avoid negative people and things.
 As you increase your awareness of your body's signals and the changes in your mood and energy level, you may begin to notice patterns.  Do certain activities leave you more drained than usual?  Does spending time with certain people make you especially depressed or frustrated?  Try to focus your energies on what enhances your sense of well-being, and let go of what damages it.

Listen to your body.
Learn how to carefully observe your body's signals and adjust your energy expenditure accordingly.  Even as your condition improves it's essential to pace yourself, balancing activity with rest.  Know that overdoing will have consequences--sometimes occasionally making the choice to overdo is necessary and worthwhile, but we can try to plan for this by allowing more downtime afterward.

Keep track of your symptoms and progress.
It's helpful to monitor your symptoms and the factors that effect them in order to determine any patterns.  Based on your conclusions, you can make more effective decisions about your activities and environment.  Record-keeping also allows you to see progress over time.

Accept your limitations.
                       We live in a society that emphasizes what we do rather than who we are. The limitations imposed by CFS/FMS may require us to shift our identities away from external accomplishments and create a lifestyle that accommodates our need for rest. You may not be able to do the same job you did before or exercise as long or as hard.  Look for new ways to respond to what your body needs at every stage.

Cultivate supportive relationships.
                       Spending time with people you care about is good for the body and the soul.  People who are supportive of you can provide love, encouragement, and help with practical matters like getting to doctors' visits or difficult household tasks.  Reaching out to others is essential to combat the loneliness and isolation that is inherent with a debilitating illness.  Don't waste energy on those who can't or won't try to understand and accommodate your illness; focus on those who do.

Think positively, not unrealistically.
                       Many people with chronic illness learn to enjoy and appreciate things they never did before. Try to focus on what you have, rather than what you've lost, on what you can do rather than on what you can no longer do.  This is not to say you should adopt a "Pollyanna" attitude.  Acknowledging feelings of loss and sadness are equally important.  Recognize and express your feelings, but try not to dwell on them.

Relax!
                       Most CFS/FMS patients who have recovered state that some type of relaxation is essential to achieving and maintaining better health.  Some practice meditation, deep breathing, or other types of relaxation exercises.  Cultivating a peaceful environment is also important.

Be patient and compassionate with yourself.
                       As CFS/FMS sufferers, we are sometimes our own worst enemy.  The pressure we put on ourselves, the guilt we feel about our limitations, and the judgment and self-criticism that occupies our minds all serve to increase stress and detract from our inner healing powers.  Strive to nurture yourself, look for simple pleasures, and forgive your shortcomings.  Believe that recovery is possible with time, and know that you're doing the best you can.

A.T.P THE CURRENCY OF LIFE       By Drs. Patrick & Gael Crystal Flanagan

      ATP is the energy currency of every living organism, a battery that stores and releases the energy that runs the living engine. Chronic fatigue is the most common problem heard by physicians today. More and more people complain that they don't have enough energy. Therefore, we thought that we should bring our readers up to date regarding the source of energy in the living system. It is interesting that the energy that runs our bodies is created by the tiny mitochondria that live in our cells. What makes this doubly interesting is that mitochondria are not actually a part of us at all, but are tiny bacteria that live a symbiotic existence in our bodies. These tiny organisms do not share our DNA codes and are separate entities that make our lives possible. On the other side of the coin, we provide the raw materials that give life to the mitochondria. In return, mitochondria manufacture the energy currency of our cells, in the form of a chemical known as adenosine tri-phosphate, or ATP. ATP stores energy in a form that can be burned as fuel by our bodies to produce the energy that runs our muscles. ATP is made by connecting adenosine, a type of sugar, to three molecules of phosphorus, a mineral. ATP is the energy currency of every living organism. It is the organic chemical compound that acts like a living battery, storing and releasing the energy that runs the living engine. ATP is constantly being manufactured, stored, and burned.
    Every person manufactures and burns his or her entire body weight in ATP every 24 hours. The most essential ingredients used to manufacture ATP are used over and over again. The energy for the production of ATP comes from the caloric value of the food we eat. Of the food we eat, approximately 40% of the calories go to generating heat. These calories do not provide energy in the form of ATP, but are burned like firewood to keep our body temperature at or around 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit.
    The other 60% of our food calories is converted to ATP The process of manufacturing ATP is known as oxidative phosphorylation. Phosphorylation is simply the process of coupling phosphorus to adenosine to make our fuel. Before ATP can be made, adenosine must first be coupled to one phosphorus molecule at a time. The precursor AMP is formed when one phosphate is successfully coupled, hence it is called a "monophosphate." When a second phosphorus is coupled, we have a "di-phosphate." The first two bonds occur outside the mitochondria, but the final "tri-phosphate" bond can only be made inside the laboratory of the mitochondria. Until recently, no one knew the secret of how the mitochondria were able to create ATP. This secret involved how the final phosphate bond was formed. Peter Dennis Mitchell won the Nobel Prize in 1978 for his discovery that the final chemical reaction in the production of the high energy phosphate bond was due to a hydrogen proton transfer from the outside of the mitochondria to the interior. Therefore, a major rate-limiting precursor-the critical ingredient in the rate of production of ATP-- is controlled by the availability of free hydrogen protons. Tests have shown that the addition of free hydrogen protons to the external medium surrounding the mitochondria leads to an increase in the generation of ATP. So if we can increase the number of free hydrogen protons in our cells, we will increase our energy production. The final and most obvious rate-limiting partner in the production of energy from ATP is oxygen. As stated earlier, the process of making ATP is known as oxidative phosphorylation. If we have all the other ingredients in abundance but are hypoxic, or low in oxygen, ATP production will also be limited. Once precursors and elements necessary for the production of ATP include phosphates, magnesium, and malic acid.
    Unfortunately, some of these precursors can be chemically trapped so that they are not available for the production of ATP. When this happens, we may not make enough ATP and will feel physically exhausted most of the time. But if all the precursors are available, our mitochondria can create all the ATP we need. If we lose a small percentage of the basic elements that make up ATP, we feel exhausted all the time. If we lose even one-half of one percent of these ingredients, we will be dead tired. If it were possible to increase ATP production by a small percentage of even one tenth of one percent we would feel like children again, bubbling with unbound energy.

Basic Information about HGH (Human Growth Hormone)

      While HGH is essential to the development of children, it is also vital in adults for energy, fat and sugar metabolism, mental      competence, DNA, tissue repair, strength, bone density, skin tone,  and the immune and nervous systems.

      However, another hormone called GHRH (Growth Hormone Releasing Hormone) controls the release of HGH.

       After puberty, GHRH begins to decline,  restricting HGH secretion and causing   signs of aging such as increased body fat, bone fragility, weak-wrinkled skin, reduced energy, and loss of memory  and concentration.

      Fortunately, scientists have discovered a special form of the amino acid, glycine, that increases GHRH activity(1). They have combined it with selected herbs, vitamins, and minerals, formulated into a product named Over 30™, to help delay some of the effects of aging.

Links and References:

Death from Chronic Fatigue Syndrome at New Scientist Magazine http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn9342-first-official-death-from-chronic-fatigue-syndrome-.html

Articles on benefits of Colloidal Silver,

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