Myalgic Encephalomyelitis

What you need to know

This distressing and often misunderstood condition often responds well to complementary therapies, but following a sensible eating plan is one of the prime considerations in heading towards recovery. So:

Never

go for more than 3 hours without eating and don’t eat processed or high sugar ‘comfort’ food, like cakes and chocolate, when you feel you need a boost.

Instead:

go for wholemeal bread, brown rice, potatoes and pasta to give you more energy.

Eat pulses (lentils and beans) for their vitamin B

Get lots of Vitamin C from fruit, salads and vegetables.

Avoid alcohol and caffeine.

Herbs which may help

Herbs should stimulate the immune system and act as general tonics. The most useful are:

Echinacea

Astralagus

Ginseng

Guarana

Supplements which may help

Those with ME would also benefit from a daily high dose multi-vitamin and mineral supplement, plus 1g a day of Evening primrose oil.

Aromatherapy

Aromatherapy herbs may ease aching muscles and help you sleep. Put them in the bath or use for massage. The most beneficial include:

Thyme

Lemongrass

Marjoram

Valerian

Roman Chamomile

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