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Guest guest Posted January 21, 2010 Report Share Posted January 21, 2010 Hi Nagarajan, Thank you for your post. In the past, I have posted an article that is relative to MS. This is the protocol I recommend to my patients and I have reposted the email for your friend: Good Morning! Alternative Answers for Healing Multiple Sclerosis This is a disease of the central nervous system. Multiple sclerosis (MS) can range from relatively benign to somewhat disabling to devastating, as communication between the brain and other parts of the body are disrupted. MS is believed to be an autoimmune disease as through its immune system, launches a defensive attack against its own tissues. In the case of MS, it is the nerve-insulating myelin sheaths that come under attack. Such attacks may be linked to an unknown environmental trigger or a virus. Most people experience their first symptoms of MS between the ages of 20 and 40; the initial symptom of MS is often blurred or double vision, red-green color distortion, or even blindness in one eye. Most MS patients experience muscle weakness in their extremities and difficulty with coordination and balance. These symptoms may be severe enough to impair walking or even standing. In the worst cases, MS can produce partial or complete paralysis. Most people with MS also exhibit paresthesias, transitory abnormal sensory feelings such as numbness, prickling, or " pins and needles " sensations. Some may also experience pain. Speech impediments, tremors, and dizziness are other frequent complaints. Occasionally, people with MS have hearing loss. Approximately half of all people with MS experience cognitive impairments such as difficulties with concentration, attention, memory, and poor judgment, but such symptoms are usually mild and are frequently overlooked. Depression is another common feature of MS. If you have multiple sclerosis (MS), exercise can help retain flexibility and balance, promote cardiovascular fitness and a sense of well-being, and prevent complications from inactivity. Exercise also helps regulate appetite, bowel movements and sleep patterns. If walking or balance is impaired, stationary bicycle riding is more practical. Swimming is helpful for stretching and cardiovascular fitness. Yoga and Tai Chi are most useful for stretching and promoting a sense of well-being. Stress Reduction Although stress cannot be totally eliminated from our lives, we can learn to manage it more effectively. Any reduction in stress will be associated with an improved sense of well-being and increased energy. The following are some useful stress reduction techniques: Identify causes of stress in your life and share your thoughts and feelings. Remember: stress starts with one negative thought that grows, manifests and multiplies. Stress manifests physically, but the cause is one negative thought that compounds into a belief, which creates a discomfort in our life, which becomes disease. Start compounding one positive thought and then another and then another! Simplify your responsibilities by setting priorities. Do relaxation and meditation exercises. Manage your time and conserve your energy. Ask for help when needed. Set both short-term and life goals for yourself. Keep as active as possible both physically and mentally. Recognize the things that you cannot change and don't waste your time trying. Make time for fun activities and maintain your sense of humor. Vitamin and Mineral Supplements Oleic and Linoleic Acids: These fatty acids have been reported to be deficient in MS patients. There is an unconfirmed suggestion that supplementary feeding of these fatty acids may slightly reduce the frequency of MS attacks. These fatty acids are contained in Flaxseed oil Two tablespoons of flaxseed oil, in divided doses, each day will provide you with these fatty acids and give you the added benefit of a laxative. Or take 1,000 mg, twice a day if flaxseed oil or fish oil in pill or gel pill form. -Multi-vitamin (B Complex requirements) B vitamins* 25-50 milligrams (mg) Take this with 400 micrograms [mcg] of folic acid. -Iron 8 mg The recommendation for iron for women is 18 mg. -Iodine 150 mcg -Zinc 10-15 mg -Selenium 100-400 mcg -Copper 2 mg -Manganese 10 mg -Chromium 200 mcg -Vitamin E 400 international units (IU) The natural form of Vitamin E, d-alpha-tocopherol, is preferred. -Vitamin C (with rosehips) 2,000 - 4,000 mg (in divided doses) -Vitamin A (beta carotene) 5,000-10,000 IU -Calcium 1,500 mg (in divided doses, 1000mg in am, 500mg in pm)- Vitamin D 400 IU (divided doses with calcium and magnesium) -Magnesium 500 mg (divided doses with calcuim and Vitamin D, 250mg in am, 250mg in pm) Be careful not to take excessive doses of vitamin B6 because excessive doses of this vitamin can produce sensory symptoms similar to those seen in MS. High doses of vitamin A and D are toxic. Vaccinations There has traditionally been a concern that immunizations could worsen MS by stimulating the immune system. With the exception of transient worsening associated with fever or rare neurological complications known to be associated with certain vaccines, there is no convincing evidence that immunizations make MS patients worse. If immunizations are recommended by a doctor, they can probably be undertaken safely. In general, immunizations should be delayed if the person is experiencing an acute MS attack. However, in some circumstances, such as when urgent vaccinations for tetanus or rabies are required, immunizations should be given immediately. If questions arise, you should discuss them further with your neurologist. Mobility The following are examples of mobile therapeutic strategies that help everyday management of mobility-related symptoms. Exercise Categories -- develop an individualized exercise program that is based on your current needs and future goals. This may include yoga, exercises in a gym, tai chi or Feldenkrais, as well as traditional forms of exercise such as running, walking, biking, swimming or water aerobics. In some cases, exercises can be carried out independently, with or without modification. In other instances, certain more challenging exercises may require some assistance. Stretching -- Frequently, persons with MS have spasticity, especially in their lower extremities. This can cause the legs to stiffen if a regular stretching program is not incorporated into the daily routine of activities. Stretching exercises help to maintain or improve muscle length to allow greater flexibility. Coordination -- Coordination exercises are done to improve balance and ease of purposeful movement. The degree of skill required to perform the exercises varies. An appropriate program will be discussed with the individual MS patient. Strengthening -- Strengthening exercises are designed to build weakened muscles to aid in moving and walking. While being beneficial, discretion is advised when carrying out a strengthening program. For instance, if one has undergone a vigorous session of exercising but is too tired to prepare dinner or do chores that ordinarily can be done without difficulty, it may be necessary to modify the program or space the activity more evenly throughout the day. Upper Body Exercises -- These simple exercises are designed to promote flexibility and muscle balance as well as to enhance upper extremity function. If done correctly, they are appropriate for all stages of MS. Stretches are to be done slowly, generally being held for approximately 20 - 40 seconds. Nutrition Good nutrition maximizes your energy, general sense of well-being and healing capacities. A dietary routine also contributes to regular bowel habits. A significant number of people with MS may have some degree of mal absorption. In one study, forty two percent of MS patients were shown to have fat mal absorption, forty two percent were shown to have high levels of undigested meat fibers in their feces, twenty- seven percent had abnormal sugar absorption, and twelve percent had mal absorption of vitamin B12. Nutrient Cofactors: -Grape Seed Extract A powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. -Coenzyme Q10 Needed for improved circulation and tissue oxygenation. Strengthens the immune system. -Bilberry Extract Prevents oxidative damage to the capillaries. Especially helpful in preventing cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration in the eyes. -Ginkgo biloba Acts as a powerful antioxidant that improves platelet function and blood flow to the nervous system and enhances nerve cell function. -Eat a diet high in protein and anti-inflammatory oils (nuts, seeds, and cold-water fish). -Eat orange, yellow, and dark green vegetables. -Whole grains such as whole wheat, brown rice, oats and whole grain corn. - Provide a fiber boost to the carbohydrates in your diet. -Avoid food allergens such as wheat, dairy, eggs, soy, citrus, tomatoes, corn, chocolate, fish, and peanuts - eliminate these foods, then reintroduce one at a time, watching for reactions. -Many individuals with multiple sclerosis are sensitive to foods that contain gluten. -Eliminate refined foods, alcohol, caffeine, saturated fats (animal products) Swank Daily Diet Guidelines stated below: Assist the body with nutrient absorption from foods and supplements by daily including 1000 to 1600 mg of a digestive enzyme formula that contains bromelain, papain, pancreatin, pepsin, betaine HCL, and ox bile (spread throughout the day). Supplement each day with a complete coverage of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and essential fatty acids (EFAs) for the body to uptake and use in daily function and repair. Tips for Improving Fatigue 1. Balance Your Day: set boundaries with work, family, friends, exercise. To much of ANYTHING is not a good thing. Although we are constantly reminded that MODERATION is the key, we seldom recognize it in ourselves. Plan your day out on paper. Divide your time evenly and stick to it. 2. Improve How You Work: work smart. Do not allow the " fires you put out " each day to become uncontrollable. Allow a certain amount of time for these issues as well as new projects, clients or meetings. 3. Get Exercise: If you are saying, how can I exercise, when I am so tired. This is all the more reason why you need to jump start your metabolism. Exercise is what your body instinctively wants to do especially under stress: fight or flight, and it works. It burns off some of the stress chemicals which tension produces. Therefore, a tired muscle is a relaxed muscle. Regular exercise builds stamina that can help anyone battle stress. But even something as casual as a walk around the block can help you burn off some of the tension that you carrying around. 4. Take A Look At Food: Carbohydrates provide glucose for energy. Excessive carbohydrates can increase blood sugar levels to dangerous levels, which then makes your body shut down to protect itself. Protein is important because it allows the brain to synthesis the neurotransmitters dopamine and norepinephrine, which help keep your mind attentive and alert. Excessive protein levels make the organs of digestion work much harder to process this food and robs your energy stores. Find the balance for YOU. Listen to your body! It will tell you what makes you feel good and what does not. Especially in the long term. If you have issues with excess heat, look at eating foods that have a cooling nature. If you have excess cold, look at eating foods that have a warming nature. Neutral foods help to regulate our system. 5. Prepare for Better Sleep: Over thinking is a culprit that will rob you of great energizing and restorative sleep. Turn off that mind by starting to wind down early. Give yourself " quiet time " . Utilize the power of peaceful music, a good book, diffusing essential oils, warm milk or tea before you lay down. 6. Manage Your Best Energy Times: Take advantage of your natural energy highs. Do your most strenuous work, thinking, planning, exercise when you have your greatest energy. Note the time of day when you feel your best and when you feel your worse. Expand your energy where it is most needed, pull back where you feel you can. 7. Keep Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids, especially on hot, dry, windy days. If you're doing strenuous exercise, drink some fluids before the activity begins. You should also drink at regular intervals (every 20 minutes or so) during your activity and after the activity ends. 8. Limit Time You Sit Down: Reduce sedentary behaviors such as watching television and using computers. Being in one place for long periods actually slows metabolism and energy production. 9. Learn To Do Nothing: Our urge to drive ourselves to greater accomplishments, creates other issues such as exhaustion. Create/allow a few hours in your week to simply relax and do nothing. If you cannot find a few hours, it is time to rethink your priorities and commitments. 10. View Your Lifestyle: If illness is not the cause of your fatigue, then it is a lifestyle issue. Are you creating unnecessary stress for yourself? Are there ongoing problems in your life that may be causing prolonged anxiety or depression? Consider counseling or talking about your issues with family, career personal or your doctor. Find the issues that are taking you away from a vital, energetic life! Energy Medicine Energy therapies are becoming much more of an interest to a Western world that has spent so much time dissecting the parts of the whole. Allopathic medicine has made great and life saving advances within the past century. Many of which, we should embrace. Where Western medicine falls short, is in its disbelief of the intangible whole. The sub-atomic and minute particles that make-up a world we have not begun to understand could just be the basis of our healing capacity. Now, Western medicine is doing more research and starting to see actual biochemical reactions, which our brain experiences when we undergo such energy therapies such as Touch Therapies, Meditation, Acupuncture, Guided Imagery and Energy Work! Physicists explain how energy supersedes all matter. Matter is energy vibrating at a frequency that resonates with our optic nerve therefore allowing us to see the energy as solid matter. Therefore, by harmonizing energies, the law of cause and effect will take care of the matter by itself. Acupuncture has shown to be very helpful for dealing with symptoms that pop up, as well as boosting the immune system, improving circulation, stimulating brain function by accessing the hypothalamic- pituitary-gonadal axis and boosting energy, coordination and muscle function. Massage Therapy not only treats those parts of you, which are a problem, but also affects the whole of your metabolism through normalizing your circulatory, muscular and nervous systems and their interdependent functioning. MS seems to respond very well to massage. Andrew Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac http://www.peacefulmind.com/ailments.com Therapies for healing mind, body, spirit , " Nagarajanvanaja " <rnaga_rajan wrote: > > A friend of mine is suffering from multiple sclerosis. getting allopathy treatment.. can anyone suggest alternate theraphy?? Thanks > > Nagarajan > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 21, 2010 Report Share Posted January 21, 2010 check this out. http://www.internethealthlibrary.com/Therapies/bee-venom-therapy.htm#What type of conditions is Bee venom used to treat? - yogiguruji Wednesday, January 20, 2010 7:44 PM Re: multiple sclerosis Hi Nagarajan, Thank you for your post. In the past, I have posted an article that is relative to MS. This is the protocol I recommend to my patients and I have reposted the email for your friend: Good Morning! Alternative Answers for Healing Multiple Sclerosis This is a disease of the central nervous system. Multiple sclerosis (MS) can range from relatively benign to somewhat disabling to devastating, as communication between the brain and other parts of the body are disrupted. MS is believed to be an autoimmune disease as through its immune system, launches a defensive attack against its own tissues. In the case of MS, it is the nerve-insulating myelin sheaths that come under attack. Such attacks may be linked to an unknown environmental trigger or a virus. Most people experience their first symptoms of MS between the ages of 20 and 40; the initial symptom of MS is often blurred or double vision, red-green color distortion, or even blindness in one eye. Most MS patients experience muscle weakness in their extremities and difficulty with coordination and balance. These symptoms may be severe enough to impair walking or even standing. In the worst cases, MS can produce partial or complete paralysis. Most people with MS also exhibit paresthesias, transitory abnormal sensory feelings such as numbness, prickling, or " pins and needles " sensations. Some may also experience pain. Speech impediments, tremors, and dizziness are other frequent complaints. Occasionally, people with MS have hearing loss. Approximately half of all people with MS experience cognitive impairments such as difficulties with concentration, attention, memory, and poor judgment, but such symptoms are usually mild and are frequently overlooked. Depression is another common feature of MS. If you have multiple sclerosis (MS), exercise can help retain flexibility and balance, promote cardiovascular fitness and a sense of well-being, and prevent complications from inactivity. Exercise also helps regulate appetite, bowel movements and sleep patterns. If walking or balance is impaired, stationary bicycle riding is more practical. Swimming is helpful for stretching and cardiovascular fitness. Yoga and Tai Chi are most useful for stretching and promoting a sense of well-being. Stress Reduction Although stress cannot be totally eliminated from our lives, we can learn to manage it more effectively. Any reduction in stress will be associated with an improved sense of well-being and increased energy. The following are some useful stress reduction techniques: Identify causes of stress in your life and share your thoughts and feelings. Remember: stress starts with one negative thought that grows, manifests and multiplies. Stress manifests physically, but the cause is one negative thought that compounds into a belief, which creates a discomfort in our life, which becomes disease. Start compounding one positive thought and then another and then another! Simplify your responsibilities by setting priorities. Do relaxation and meditation exercises. Manage your time and conserve your energy. Ask for help when needed. Set both short-term and life goals for yourself. Keep as active as possible both physically and mentally. Recognize the things that you cannot change and don't waste your time trying. Make time for fun activities and maintain your sense of humor. Vitamin and Mineral Supplements Oleic and Linoleic Acids: These fatty acids have been reported to be deficient in MS patients. There is an unconfirmed suggestion that supplementary feeding of these fatty acids may slightly reduce the frequency of MS attacks. These fatty acids are contained in Flaxseed oil Two tablespoons of flaxseed oil, in divided doses, each day will provide you with these fatty acids and give you the added benefit of a laxative. Or take 1,000 mg, twice a day if flaxseed oil or fish oil in pill or gel pill form. -Multi-vitamin (B Complex requirements) B vitamins* 25-50 milligrams (mg) Take this with 400 micrograms [mcg] of folic acid. -Iron 8 mg The recommendation for iron for women is 18 mg. -Iodine 150 mcg -Zinc 10-15 mg -Selenium 100-400 mcg -Copper 2 mg -Manganese 10 mg -Chromium 200 mcg -Vitamin E 400 international units (IU) The natural form of Vitamin E, d-alpha-tocopherol, is preferred. -Vitamin C (with rosehips) 2,000 - 4,000 mg (in divided doses) -Vitamin A (beta carotene) 5,000-10,000 IU -Calcium 1,500 mg (in divided doses, 1000mg in am, 500mg in pm)- Vitamin D 400 IU (divided doses with calcium and magnesium) -Magnesium 500 mg (divided doses with calcuim and Vitamin D, 250mg in am, 250mg in pm) Be careful not to take excessive doses of vitamin B6 because excessive doses of this vitamin can produce sensory symptoms similar to those seen in MS. High doses of vitamin A and D are toxic. Vaccinations There has traditionally been a concern that immunizations could worsen MS by stimulating the immune system. With the exception of transient worsening associated with fever or rare neurological complications known to be associated with certain vaccines, there is no convincing evidence that immunizations make MS patients worse. If immunizations are recommended by a doctor, they can probably be undertaken safely. In general, immunizations should be delayed if the person is experiencing an acute MS attack. However, in some circumstances, such as when urgent vaccinations for tetanus or rabies are required, immunizations should be given immediately. If questions arise, you should discuss them further with your neurologist. Mobility The following are examples of mobile therapeutic strategies that help everyday management of mobility-related symptoms. Exercise Categories -- develop an individualized exercise program that is based on your current needs and future goals. This may include yoga, exercises in a gym, tai chi or Feldenkrais, as well as traditional forms of exercise such as running, walking, biking, swimming or water aerobics. In some cases, exercises can be carried out independently, with or without modification. In other instances, certain more challenging exercises may require some assistance. Stretching -- Frequently, persons with MS have spasticity, especially in their lower extremities. This can cause the legs to stiffen if a regular stretching program is not incorporated into the daily routine of activities. Stretching exercises help to maintain or improve muscle length to allow greater flexibility. Coordination -- Coordination exercises are done to improve balance and ease of purposeful movement. The degree of skill required to perform the exercises varies. An appropriate program will be discussed with the individual MS patient. Strengthening -- Strengthening exercises are designed to build weakened muscles to aid in moving and walking. While being beneficial, discretion is advised when carrying out a strengthening program. For instance, if one has undergone a vigorous session of exercising but is too tired to prepare dinner or do chores that ordinarily can be done without difficulty, it may be necessary to modify the program or space the activity more evenly throughout the day. Upper Body Exercises -- These simple exercises are designed to promote flexibility and muscle balance as well as to enhance upper extremity function. If done correctly, they are appropriate for all stages of MS. Stretches are to be done slowly, generally being held for approximately 20 - 40 seconds. Nutrition Good nutrition maximizes your energy, general sense of well-being and healing capacities. A dietary routine also contributes to regular bowel habits. A significant number of people with MS may have some degree of mal absorption. In one study, forty two percent of MS patients were shown to have fat mal absorption, forty two percent were shown to have high levels of undigested meat fibers in their feces, twenty- seven percent had abnormal sugar absorption, and twelve percent had mal absorption of vitamin B12. Nutrient Cofactors: -Grape Seed Extract A powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. -Coenzyme Q10 Needed for improved circulation and tissue oxygenation. Strengthens the immune system. -Bilberry Extract Prevents oxidative damage to the capillaries. Especially helpful in preventing cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration in the eyes. -Ginkgo biloba Acts as a powerful antioxidant that improves platelet function and blood flow to the nervous system and enhances nerve cell function. -Eat a diet high in protein and anti-inflammatory oils (nuts, seeds, and cold-water fish). -Eat orange, yellow, and dark green vegetables. -Whole grains such as whole wheat, brown rice, oats and whole grain corn. - Provide a fiber boost to the carbohydrates in your diet. -Avoid food allergens such as wheat, dairy, eggs, soy, citrus, tomatoes, corn, chocolate, fish, and peanuts - eliminate these foods, then reintroduce one at a time, watching for reactions. -Many individuals with multiple sclerosis are sensitive to foods that contain gluten. -Eliminate refined foods, alcohol, caffeine, saturated fats (animal products) Swank Daily Diet Guidelines stated below: Assist the body with nutrient absorption from foods and supplements by daily including 1000 to 1600 mg of a digestive enzyme formula that contains bromelain, papain, pancreatin, pepsin, betaine HCL, and ox bile (spread throughout the day). Supplement each day with a complete coverage of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and essential fatty acids (EFAs) for the body to uptake and use in daily function and repair. Tips for Improving Fatigue 1. Balance Your Day: set boundaries with work, family, friends, exercise. To much of ANYTHING is not a good thing. Although we are constantly reminded that MODERATION is the key, we seldom recognize it in ourselves. Plan your day out on paper. Divide your time evenly and stick to it. 2. Improve How You Work: work smart. Do not allow the " fires you put out " each day to become uncontrollable. Allow a certain amount of time for these issues as well as new projects, clients or meetings. 3. Get Exercise: If you are saying, how can I exercise, when I am so tired. This is all the more reason why you need to jump start your metabolism. Exercise is what your body instinctively wants to do especially under stress: fight or flight, and it works. It burns off some of the stress chemicals which tension produces. Therefore, a tired muscle is a relaxed muscle. Regular exercise builds stamina that can help anyone battle stress. But even something as casual as a walk around the block can help you burn off some of the tension that you carrying around. 4. Take A Look At Food: Carbohydrates provide glucose for energy. Excessive carbohydrates can increase blood sugar levels to dangerous levels, which then makes your body shut down to protect itself. Protein is important because it allows the brain to synthesis the neurotransmitters dopamine and norepinephrine, which help keep your mind attentive and alert. Excessive protein levels make the organs of digestion work much harder to process this food and robs your energy stores. Find the balance for YOU. Listen to your body! It will tell you what makes you feel good and what does not. Especially in the long term. If you have issues with excess heat, look at eating foods that have a cooling nature. If you have excess cold, look at eating foods that have a warming nature. Neutral foods help to regulate our system. 5. Prepare for Better Sleep: Over thinking is a culprit that will rob you of great energizing and restorative sleep. Turn off that mind by starting to wind down early. Give yourself " quiet time " . Utilize the power of peaceful music, a good book, diffusing essential oils, warm milk or tea before you lay down. 6. Manage Your Best Energy Times: Take advantage of your natural energy highs. Do your most strenuous work, thinking, planning, exercise when you have your greatest energy. Note the time of day when you feel your best and when you feel your worse. Expand your energy where it is most needed, pull back where you feel you can. 7. Keep Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids, especially on hot, dry, windy days. If you're doing strenuous exercise, drink some fluids before the activity begins. You should also drink at regular intervals (every 20 minutes or so) during your activity and after the activity ends. 8. Limit Time You Sit Down: Reduce sedentary behaviors such as watching television and using computers. Being in one place for long periods actually slows metabolism and energy production. 9. Learn To Do Nothing: Our urge to drive ourselves to greater accomplishments, creates other issues such as exhaustion. Create/allow a few hours in your week to simply relax and do nothing. If you cannot find a few hours, it is time to rethink your priorities and commitments. 10. View Your Lifestyle: If illness is not the cause of your fatigue, then it is a lifestyle issue. Are you creating unnecessary stress for yourself? Are there ongoing problems in your life that may be causing prolonged anxiety or depression? Consider counseling or talking about your issues with family, career personal or your doctor. Find the issues that are taking you away from a vital, energetic life! Energy Medicine Energy therapies are becoming much more of an interest to a Western world that has spent so much time dissecting the parts of the whole. Allopathic medicine has made great and life saving advances within the past century. Many of which, we should embrace. Where Western medicine falls short, is in its disbelief of the intangible whole. The sub-atomic and minute particles that make-up a world we have not begun to understand could just be the basis of our healing capacity. Now, Western medicine is doing more research and starting to see actual biochemical reactions, which our brain experiences when we undergo such energy therapies such as Touch Therapies, Meditation, Acupuncture, Guided Imagery and Energy Work! Physicists explain how energy supersedes all matter. Matter is energy vibrating at a frequency that resonates with our optic nerve therefore allowing us to see the energy as solid matter. Therefore, by harmonizing energies, the law of cause and effect will take care of the matter by itself. Acupuncture has shown to be very helpful for dealing with symptoms that pop up, as well as boosting the immune system, improving circulation, stimulating brain function by accessing the hypothalamic- pituitary-gonadal axis and boosting energy, coordination and muscle function. Massage Therapy not only treats those parts of you, which are a problem, but also affects the whole of your metabolism through normalizing your circulatory, muscular and nervous systems and their interdependent functioning. MS seems to respond very well to massage. Andrew Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac http://www.peacefulmind.com/ailments.com Therapies for healing mind, body, spirit , " Nagarajanvanaja " <rnaga_rajan wrote: > > A friend of mine is suffering from multiple sclerosis. getting allopathy treatment.. can anyone suggest alternate theraphy?? Thanks > > Nagarajan > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2010 Report Share Posted January 22, 2010 I've known several people who had the bee venom treatments for MS  Sandy The secret of making something work in your lives is, first of all, the deep desire to make it work; then the faith and belief that it can work; then to hold that clear definite vision in your consciousness and see it working out step by step, without one doubt or disbelief. — Caddy ________________________________ Lynn <vista222 Wed, January 20, 2010 9:02:21 PM Re: Re: multiple sclerosis  check this out. http://www.internet healthlibrary. com/Therapies/ bee-venom- therapy.htm# What type of conditions is Bee venom used to treat? - yogiguruji Wednesday, January 20, 2010 7:44 PM Re: multiple sclerosis Hi Nagarajan, Thank you for your post. In the past, I have posted an article that is relative to MS. This is the protocol I recommend to my patients and I have reposted the email for your friend: Good Morning! Alternative Answers for Healing Multiple Sclerosis This is a disease of the central nervous system. Multiple sclerosis (MS) can range from relatively benign to somewhat disabling to devastating, as communication between the brain and other parts of the body are disrupted. MS is believed to be an autoimmune disease as through its immune system, launches a defensive attack against its own tissues. In the case of MS, it is the nerve-insulating myelin sheaths that come under attack. Such attacks may be linked to an unknown environmental trigger or a virus. Most people experience their first symptoms of MS between the ages of 20 and 40; the initial symptom of MS is often blurred or double vision, red-green color distortion, or even blindness in one eye. Most MS patients experience muscle weakness in their extremities and difficulty with coordination and balance. These symptoms may be severe enough to impair walking or even standing. In the worst cases, MS can produce partial or complete paralysis. Most people with MS also exhibit paresthesias, transitory abnormal sensory feelings such as numbness, prickling, or " pins and needles " sensations. Some may also experience pain. Speech impediments, tremors, and dizziness are other frequent complaints. Occasionally, people with MS have hearing loss. Approximately half of all people with MS experience cognitive impairments such as difficulties with concentration, attention, memory, and poor judgment, but such symptoms are usually mild and are frequently overlooked. Depression is another common feature of MS. If you have multiple sclerosis (MS), exercise can help retain flexibility and balance, promote cardiovascular fitness and a sense of well-being, and prevent complications from inactivity. Exercise also helps regulate appetite, bowel movements and sleep patterns. If walking or balance is impaired, stationary bicycle riding is more practical. Swimming is helpful for stretching and cardiovascular fitness. Yoga and Tai Chi are most useful for stretching and promoting a sense of well-being. Stress Reduction Although stress cannot be totally eliminated from our lives, we can learn to manage it more effectively. Any reduction in stress will be associated with an improved sense of well-being and increased energy. The following are some useful stress reduction techniques: Identify causes of stress in your life and share your thoughts and feelings. Remember: stress starts with one negative thought that grows, manifests and multiplies. Stress manifests physically, but the cause is one negative thought that compounds into a belief, which creates a discomfort in our life, which becomes disease. Start compounding one positive thought and then another and then another! Simplify your responsibilities by setting priorities. Do relaxation and meditation exercises. Manage your time and conserve your energy. Ask for help when needed. Set both short-term and life goals for yourself. Keep as active as possible both physically and mentally. Recognize the things that you cannot change and don't waste your time trying. Make time for fun activities and maintain your sense of humor. Vitamin and Mineral Supplements Oleic and Linoleic Acids: These fatty acids have been reported to be deficient in MS patients. There is an unconfirmed suggestion that supplementary feeding of these fatty acids may slightly reduce the frequency of MS attacks. These fatty acids are contained in Flaxseed oil Two tablespoons of flaxseed oil, in divided doses, each day will provide you with these fatty acids and give you the added benefit of a laxative. Or take 1,000 mg, twice a day if flaxseed oil or fish oil in pill or gel pill form. -Multi-vitamin (B Complex requirements) B vitamins* 25-50 milligrams (mg) Take this with 400 micrograms [mcg] of folic acid. -Iron 8 mg The recommendation for iron for women is 18 mg. -Iodine 150 mcg -Zinc 10-15 mg -Selenium 100-400 mcg -Copper 2 mg -Manganese 10 mg -Chromium 200 mcg -Vitamin E 400 international units (IU) The natural form of Vitamin E, d-alpha-tocopherol, is preferred. -Vitamin C (with rosehips) 2,000 - 4,000 mg (in divided doses) -Vitamin A (beta carotene) 5,000-10,000 IU -Calcium 1,500 mg (in divided doses, 1000mg in am, 500mg in pm)- Vitamin D 400 IU (divided doses with calcium and magnesium) -Magnesium 500 mg (divided doses with calcuim and Vitamin D, 250mg in am, 250mg in pm) Be careful not to take excessive doses of vitamin B6 because excessive doses of this vitamin can produce sensory symptoms similar to those seen in MS. High doses of vitamin A and D are toxic. Vaccinations There has traditionally been a concern that immunizations could worsen MS by stimulating the immune system. With the exception of transient worsening associated with fever or rare neurological complications known to be associated with certain vaccines, there is no convincing evidence that immunizations make MS patients worse. If immunizations are recommended by a doctor, they can probably be undertaken safely. In general, immunizations should be delayed if the person is experiencing an acute MS attack. However, in some circumstances, such as when urgent vaccinations for tetanus or rabies are required, immunizations should be given immediately. If questions arise, you should discuss them further with your neurologist. Mobility The following are examples of mobile therapeutic strategies that help everyday management of mobility-related symptoms. Exercise Categories -- develop an individualized exercise program that is based on your current needs and future goals. This may include yoga, exercises in a gym, tai chi or Feldenkrais, as well as traditional forms of exercise such as running, walking, biking, swimming or water aerobics. In some cases, exercises can be carried out independently, with or without modification. In other instances, certain more challenging exercises may require some assistance. Stretching -- Frequently, persons with MS have spasticity, especially in their lower extremities. This can cause the legs to stiffen if a regular stretching program is not incorporated into the daily routine of activities. Stretching exercises help to maintain or improve muscle length to allow greater flexibility. Coordination -- Coordination exercises are done to improve balance and ease of purposeful movement. The degree of skill required to perform the exercises varies. An appropriate program will be discussed with the individual MS patient. Strengthening -- Strengthening exercises are designed to build weakened muscles to aid in moving and walking. While being beneficial, discretion is advised when carrying out a strengthening program. For instance, if one has undergone a vigorous session of exercising but is too tired to prepare dinner or do chores that ordinarily can be done without difficulty, it may be necessary to modify the program or space the activity more evenly throughout the day. Upper Body Exercises -- These simple exercises are designed to promote flexibility and muscle balance as well as to enhance upper extremity function. If done correctly, they are appropriate for all stages of MS. Stretches are to be done slowly, generally being held for approximately 20 - 40 seconds. Nutrition Good nutrition maximizes your energy, general sense of well-being and healing capacities. A dietary routine also contributes to regular bowel habits. A significant number of people with MS may have some degree of mal absorption. In one study, forty two percent of MS patients were shown to have fat mal absorption, forty two percent were shown to have high levels of undigested meat fibers in their feces, twenty- seven percent had abnormal sugar absorption, and twelve percent had mal absorption of vitamin B12. Nutrient Cofactors: -Grape Seed Extract A powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory. -Coenzyme Q10 Needed for improved circulation and tissue oxygenation. Strengthens the immune system. -Bilberry Extract Prevents oxidative damage to the capillaries. Especially helpful in preventing cataracts, glaucoma, and macular degeneration in the eyes. -Ginkgo biloba Acts as a powerful antioxidant that improves platelet function and blood flow to the nervous system and enhances nerve cell function. -Eat a diet high in protein and anti-inflammatory oils (nuts, seeds, and cold-water fish). -Eat orange, yellow, and dark green vegetables. -Whole grains such as whole wheat, brown rice, oats and whole grain corn. - Provide a fiber boost to the carbohydrates in your diet. -Avoid food allergens such as wheat, dairy, eggs, soy, citrus, tomatoes, corn, chocolate, fish, and peanuts - eliminate these foods, then reintroduce one at a time, watching for reactions. -Many individuals with multiple sclerosis are sensitive to foods that contain gluten. -Eliminate refined foods, alcohol, caffeine, saturated fats (animal products) Swank Daily Diet Guidelines stated below: Assist the body with nutrient absorption from foods and supplements by daily including 1000 to 1600 mg of a digestive enzyme formula that contains bromelain, papain, pancreatin, pepsin, betaine HCL, and ox bile (spread throughout the day). Supplement each day with a complete coverage of vitamins, minerals, amino acids, and essential fatty acids (EFAs) for the body to uptake and use in daily function and repair. Tips for Improving Fatigue 1. Balance Your Day: set boundaries with work, family, friends, exercise. To much of ANYTHING is not a good thing. Although we are constantly reminded that MODERATION is the key, we seldom recognize it in ourselves. Plan your day out on paper. Divide your time evenly and stick to it. 2. Improve How You Work: work smart. Do not allow the " fires you put out " each day to become uncontrollable. Allow a certain amount of time for these issues as well as new projects, clients or meetings. 3. Get Exercise: If you are saying, how can I exercise, when I am so tired. This is all the more reason why you need to jump start your metabolism. Exercise is what your body instinctively wants to do especially under stress: fight or flight, and it works. It burns off some of the stress chemicals which tension produces. Therefore, a tired muscle is a relaxed muscle.. Regular exercise builds stamina that can help anyone battle stress. But even something as casual as a walk around the block can help you burn off some of the tension that you carrying around. 4. Take A Look At Food: Carbohydrates provide glucose for energy. Excessive carbohydrates can increase blood sugar levels to dangerous levels, which then makes your body shut down to protect itself. Protein is important because it allows the brain to synthesis the neurotransmitters dopamine and norepinephrine, which help keep your mind attentive and alert. Excessive protein levels make the organs of digestion work much harder to process this food and robs your energy stores. Find the balance for YOU. Listen to your body! It will tell you what makes you feel good and what does not. Especially in the long term. If you have issues with excess heat, look at eating foods that have a cooling nature. If you have excess cold, look at eating foods that have a warming nature. Neutral foods help to regulate our system. 5. Prepare for Better Sleep: Over thinking is a culprit that will rob you of great energizing and restorative sleep. Turn off that mind by starting to wind down early. Give yourself " quiet time " . Utilize the power of peaceful music, a good book, diffusing essential oils, warm milk or tea before you lay down. 6. Manage Your Best Energy Times: Take advantage of your natural energy highs. Do your most strenuous work, thinking, planning, exercise when you have your greatest energy. Note the time of day when you feel your best and when you feel your worse. Expand your energy where it is most needed, pull back where you feel you can. 7. Keep Hydrated: Drink plenty of fluids, especially on hot, dry, windy days. If you're doing strenuous exercise, drink some fluids before the activity begins. You should also drink at regular intervals (every 20 minutes or so) during your activity and after the activity ends. 8. Limit Time You Sit Down: Reduce sedentary behaviors such as watching television and using computers. Being in one place for long periods actually slows metabolism and energy production. 9. Learn To Do Nothing: Our urge to drive ourselves to greater accomplishments, creates other issues such as exhaustion. Create/allow a few hours in your week to simply relax and do nothing.. If you cannot find a few hours, it is time to rethink your priorities and commitments. 10. View Your Lifestyle: If illness is not the cause of your fatigue, then it is a lifestyle issue. Are you creating unnecessary stress for yourself? Are there ongoing problems in your life that may be causing prolonged anxiety or depression? Consider counseling or talking about your issues with family, career personal or your doctor. Find the issues that are taking you away from a vital, energetic life! Energy Medicine Energy therapies are becoming much more of an interest to a Western world that has spent so much time dissecting the parts of the whole. Allopathic medicine has made great and life saving advances within the past century. Many of which, we should embrace. Where Western medicine falls short, is in its disbelief of the intangible whole. The sub-atomic and minute particles that make-up a world we have not begun to understand could just be the basis of our healing capacity. Now, Western medicine is doing more research and starting to see actual biochemical reactions, which our brain experiences when we undergo such energy therapies such as Touch Therapies, Meditation, Acupuncture, Guided Imagery and Energy Work! Physicists explain how energy supersedes all matter. Matter is energy vibrating at a frequency that resonates with our optic nerve therefore allowing us to see the energy as solid matter. Therefore, by harmonizing energies, the law of cause and effect will take care of the matter by itself. Acupuncture has shown to be very helpful for dealing with symptoms that pop up, as well as boosting the immune system, improving circulation, stimulating brain function by accessing the hypothalamic- pituitary-gonadal axis and boosting energy, coordination and muscle function. Massage Therapy not only treats those parts of you, which are a problem, but also affects the whole of your metabolism through normalizing your circulatory, muscular and nervous systems and their interdependent functioning. MS seems to respond very well to massage. Andrew Pacholyk, MS, L.Ac http://www.peaceful mind.com/ ailments. com Therapies for healing mind, body, spirit , " Nagarajanvanaja " <rnaga_rajan@ ....> wrote: > > A friend of mine is suffering from multiple sclerosis. getting allopathy treatment.. can anyone suggest alternate theraphy?? Thanks > > Nagarajan > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 22, 2010 Report Share Posted January 22, 2010 Seconding what Andrew wrote here. It is amazing how often the recommendations for various dis-eases boil down to basic principles of building health: Get the right balance between rest and exercise. Sleep enough, move a bit. Remove blocks to the free flow of life force. Both blocks and treatment can take any forms, but the principle is the same, whether we are talking of emotional stress or a spine that is out of alignment. Get toxins out, and nutrients in. This requires healing leaky gut and making sure digestion is optimal. Remember breathing and drinking water. Here are some success stories to give your friend hope. Friend of a friend was diagnosed around age 30. She was in her sixties when I met her. She limps and has to live carefully, but in the meantime she worked as a nurse and raised two daughters, MS and all. I remember an article in Prevention Magazine way back in the early seventies, about an MS patient. She was a young mother who had lost her sight and was in a wheel chair. In desperation she had gone to a treatment center in Germany. The treatment consisted of the right combination of rest and exercise, as well as rigorous adherence to an organic vegetarian diet that included goat's milk and free range eggs. I don't rememember supplements or if it included wheat, but it was a long time ago. For some reason this story stuck with me. Anyway, when she was featured in the article she was walking and had her eye sight back. People who heal with food in the macrobiotic tradition told me that just food no longer works like it used to. We now need herbs and extra nutrient-dense foods and supplements as well. My local doctor of Traditional has an article on her wall about an MS patient who benfitted greatly from acupuncture. The TCM also had her have Reflexology on a regular basis. The beauty of Reflexology is that family members or friends can learn it, and even the patient can learn to work his or her hands. Besides, governments cannot remove access to it, yeah! Best website on Reflexology: http://reflexology-research.com Best wishes to your friend Ien in the Kootenays http://freegreenliving.com, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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