Stress And Fatigue

Question 1

Which 2 herbal nutrients support CFS/ME?

Answer 1

Liquorice - adrenal cortex restorer and increases cortisol production, anti-inflammatory
Astragalus - adaptogen and tonic, regulates immune system, down regulates abnormal cytokines

Question 2

Which product of anaerobic energy production is a problem in CFS?

Answer 2

Lactic acid

Question 3

What is the Dr Myhill approach to CFS?

Answer 3

1. FUEL: Paleo ketogenic diet (avoid gluten, grains and dairy)
2. SERVICE AND REPAIR ENGINE: mitochondrial support / Coq10, Mg, niacinamide, b12, acetyl l-carnitine, d-ribose
3. ACCELERATOR AND GEARS: Balance thyroid, adrenals and circadian rhythm (sleep)

Question 4

Which factors are associated with mitochondrial dysfunction?

Answer 4

1. Nutrient deficiency (Coq10, mg,)
2. Env toxins - heavy metals, alcohol, drugs
3. Oxidative stress - ROS is generated by mitochondria
4. Hyperglycaemia - induces superoxide production in mitochondria and changes membrane potential
5. Inflammation
   6 ageing
6. Genomic susceptibility

Question 5

Which enzymes can protect the mitochondria from oxidative stress?

Answer 5

Superoxide dismutase (mn)
Glutathione petoxidase (Se)
Glutathione reductase (B3)
Catalase (fe)

Question 6

6 strategies to optimise mitochondrial function

Answer 6

1. Optimise nutrients for energy production (b1-3, mg, alpha lipid acid, b5, Coq10, fe, cu, s, mn)
2. Antioxidants
3. Reduce inflammation
4. Balance blood sugar
5. Reduce toxin exposure
6. Strength training - increase muscle mass, increase mitochondria number and function

Question 7

Which two infections are associated with sudden onset of CFS?

Answer 7

Lymes and EBV