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Friday, March 29, 2013
One case of flu, 20 years of suffering you have a comprehensive diagnostic check to establish the root cause of your illness.
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I am 62 years old, and about 20 years ago, I suffered a bad case of flu which I believe I never really fully recovered from. Since then I have suffered from recurring chest pains, joint pains, irregular body temperatures, headaches, occasional dizziness and fatigue. I have seen a number of doctors and specialists, and they cannot tell me what is wrong with me. All the tests I have done have not shown any problems. I will be glad to know your opinion.
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The symptoms you describe are very suggestive of a viral infection, especially cytomegalovirus. However you need to have a full body scan before any kind of conclusion can be drawn. Cytomegalovirus belongs to the same family as the herpes virus. It is found in over 50% of all adults, but does not cause any health problems until the immune system is weakened. It has also been linked to chronic fatigue syndrome. In most hospitals, cytomegalovirus is identified through a blood test, however such a test is not part of the routine blood tests requested by doctors. It is usually one of the last tests done, so you may need to suggest it to your doctor. Like most viral infections, there is no direct treatment for cytomegalovirus. The best course of management is to enhance the immune system
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so that the body can neutralize the virus on its own. Reishi, otherwise known as Ganoderma Lucidum is an excellent natural substance for boosting the immune system. Reishi belongs to the mushroom family, and in China, it is known as the mushroom of longevity. It is listed in traditional Chinese pharmacopeia as one of the most potent medicines available. Reishi has been extensively studied especially in Japan, and is recognised as having many health promoting properties. It has strong anti-inflammatory properties and is useful for managing rheumatoid arthritis and other inflammatory joint problems. Reishi has very powerful effects on the immune system because it stimulates the bone marrow, thymus, tonsils and other immune system organs to increase their production of the various types of white blood cells for suppressing infection. It is very important that
I so need your help! I have suffered from joint pains in my hands and feet since 2 years ago, and nothing seems to have worked for me. My doctor prescribed Naprosyn and some other anti-inflammatory drug, and I had a bad reaction to them, so I stopped taking them. I have been trying Glucosamine and Chondroitin Sulphate, 1500mgs, but have not felt any benefit at all. I would love to know, what you could recommend for me, in this painful miserable existence!
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In my experience, the best supplement for treating joint disorders is MSM. Many of my patients and clients have benefited immensely from it. MSM which is short for Methyl Sulphonyl Methane is the natural form of sulphur in the body. Sulphur is one of the most abundant minerals in the body, and plays a key role in many of the processes that keep us healthy. It is a key component of proteins and useful for the production of genetic materials, collagen, skin etc. Collagen is needed to maintain healthy joints, and scientists have demonstrated that most people with joint problems have low sulphur levels in their blood. MSM is especially useful for managing joint pain due to osteoarthritis. It works by blocking nerve fibres that transmit pain signals to
the brain. Only the purest form of MSM seems to offer relief. Impurities probably affect the way it is absorbed into the body, and so it is important to use a high-grade product. The powdered form is better than capsules or tablets only because with the powder it is easier to take the recommended effective dose of 5 grams twice a day.
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What is Maca?
Maca is a root vegetable native to the Peruvian Andes. It is a good source of carbohydrates, amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins B1, B2, B12, E, and minerals such as calcium, phosphorus, zinc, manganese, copper and iron. Maca contains a number of chemical steroids known as glycosides. Glycosides have hormone-like actions, making them useful for increasing energy and stamina. For this reason maca is commonly used by athletes to improve their performance. It has long been known as an aphrodisiac for men and women, and also as an aid to female fertility and treatment for male impotence. It helps relieve menopausal symptoms and other gynaecological problems related to hormonal imbalances. A study involving 50 men with mild erectile dysfunction found that taking 2.4 grams of maca daily for about 12 weeks significantly helped them with their symptoms. Other studies have found maca useful for stimulating the low sex drive found in people on antidepressant medications such as SSRI’s.