Linking chronic fatigue syndrome naturally

MANILA, Philippines - Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) can disable many people at the peak of their lives. One’s productivity at work, school or home is severely reduced, with a feeling of recurrent fatigue, weakness, lack in energy and no zest for any activity.

Previously thought to be a simple burnout from too much work or stress, experts now recognize it as potentially debilitating, requiring prompt recognition and treatment.

Lifestyle changes are recommended, as well as natural remedies such as ginseng and royal jelly. Energin 300 is an over-the-counter ginseng-royal jelly preparation available at most drugstores that is recommended for CFS due to its high content of ginseng and royal jelly compared to other available preparations in the market.

The Commission E, an expert committee on herbal remedies established by Germany’s Federal Institute for Drugs and Medical Devices, has approved the use of ginseng to treat bothersome fatigue.

Dr. Seah Ai Wei, a traditional Chinese medicine physician at Raffles Hospital in Singapore, said ginseng “can help boost resistance to stress, improve stamina as well as one’s physical and mental well being.”

For CFS, experts recommend the following lifestyle changes:

• Meditation for at least 20 minutes a day;

• Stretching exercise and brisk walk every morning;

• Reducing the amount of caffeine and refined sugar;

• More complex carbohydrates (sweet potato, whole grains, beans) and healthy fats (from deep-sea fish); and

• Adequate sleep at night, with short naps during daytime.

Locally, more and more physicians are also convinced of Energin 300’s beneficial effects as a natural enhancer of health and wellness, and a stamina builder that can help patients with CFS.

Charles Cultura said majority of their respondents in a local trial also reported overall improved ability to fight stress as well as overall improvement in physical and mental performance.

Energin 300 is locally distributed by Trianon International. It is available in all Mercury Drug stores nationwide. For inquiries, call the Trianon hotline at 815-3239 or text 0917-8836164.