Cystic Fibrosis

What you need to know:

There are no natural remedies or complementary therapies appropriate for this condition, but Osteopathy, Acupuncture (or acupressure for babies and small children) and, most importantly, dietary advice from a registered naturopath can help encourage the lungs to work more efficiently. But to prevent recurrent infection it’s extremely important to maintain a strong immune system. The following should be used on a long-term basis:

The most useful Supplements:

A daily multi vitamin and mineral supplement
Vitamin C
Vitamin A
Bioflavanoids
Zinc

Echinacea shouldn’t be taken long-term, but at the first sign of infection if colds or flu are prevalent, take the recommended daily dose for up to a month.

Other useful advice:

Osteopathy, massage, Alexander Technique and Yoga will all help improve breathing.

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