Herbal Treatment for MS

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I am not sure if it was this group that asked about MS and herbs. But I have

been looking into them.

I found Vitamins help me alot, I take vitamin D, the antioxidant vitamins,

vitamin B6,

and vitamin B12. *multi B vitamin*

Herbal Treatment for MS

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a disease that can affect both men and women, and is

not only progressive, but degenerative. MS occurs when the myelin sheaths that

normally protect spinal and brain nerves is lost over time; the sheaths are

utilized in nerve transmissions, so once the sheaths are affected, the nerve

transmissions are distorted and/or disturbed. The causes of MS are not yet

clearly identified, but this disorder has been linked to diet, environmental

factors, viral infections and genetics.

1. Symptoms of MS

* The symptom of MS are not the same for everyone. Some people might experience

visual difficulties such as blurry vision, partial blindness, color blindness or

double vision. Muscular weakness and paralysis, either temporary or permanent,

might also result. MS can prove painful and the individual might suffer from

pins and needles, tingling, the sensation of electricity moving through muscles

and unexplained pain. Coordination difficulties can also arise, and cognitive

dysfunctions, bowel dysfunctions and sexual dysfunctions can also be attributed

to the condition. Stomach ailments, exhaustion and even sleep disorders can also

present themselves when a person suffers from MS. Fortunately, some herbs can be

used in an effort to alleviate the symptoms associated with the condition.

Catnip

* Catnip is an herbal treatment that has sedative and antispasmodic properties.

This herb can be consumed without the user feeling excess fatigue, and it is

appreciated for its stress reducing properties as well. Catnip can be made into

a tea from the fresh plant; dried leaves can be placed in a tea ball and steeped

for three minutes in hot water. You can sweeten the tea to taste with honey for

easier consumption; drinking a single cup a day to three cups daily can prove

beneficial for people with MS. The fresh, dried herb can be placed directly in a

tub of hot water for a bath that helps to sooth aching muscles.

Chamomile

* Chamomile is another herb that can be consumed as a tea or used in the

bathtub. If using the plant, the plant flowers can be dried and used to create a

tea with a tea ball and a cup of hot water. You will want to use two teaspoons

of the dried flower for every cup of tea that you consume This herb has natural

sedative properties, promotes sound, productive sleep, soothes stomach ailments

and can help to relax the muscles if used in a hot tub. Chamomile aromatherapy

oil can also be burned; it smells pleasant and promotes relaxation.

Ginkgo Biloba

* Recent studies have revealed that ginkgo biloba is a helpful herb in the

treatment of MS and associated symptoms. Researchers say that gnkgo biloba helps

in improving cognitive issues in people with MS. This herb also promotes general

well being because it contains flavoglycosides, which are powerful antioxidants;

this same ingredient offers protective effects to the neurons in the body and

brain. A 120 milligram capsule of ginkgo biloba can be consumed with meals to

improve cognitive functioning.

 

* There are a number of clinically proven and medically approved

disease-modifying therapies available for the treatment of Multiple Sclerosis.

Many patients who suffer from this disease may also wish to consider alternative

therapies such as treatment using herbs and supplements. Talk to your doctor

about alternative herbal medicines that may be used to treat the symptoms of MS.

* Difficulty:

Moderately Challenging

Instructions

things you'll need:

* Herbal or vitamin supply store

* Neurologist

* Homeopathic remedy store

1. * 1

Understand that the term alternative therapy refers to any treatment designed

outside the medical establishment. Among those suggested for the treatment of

Multiple Sclerosis may involve the use of herbs delivered in pill or injection

form as well as other forms of high-dose dietary supplements.

* 2

Know that the intake of adequate amounts of vitamins is advised for all patients

with MS. There is no scientific proof that additional doses of vitamins,

sometimes called megavitamin therapy, may change the course of this disease.

* 3

Find that recent research suggests that dietary supplementation with

polyunsaturated fatty acids (a common form of which is evening primrose oil) as

well as fatty acids such as fish oil appear to moderately slow down the

progression of the disease and may reduce the severity and duration of

exacerbations found in the course of relapsing-remitting MS.

* 4

Try to follow a balanced diet including appropriate amounts of protein, fats and

carbohydrates. Diets such as the Swank and Kousmine diet have not been proven to

change the course of the disease. However, because they lay stress on low-fat

eating habits, they may help to reduce the risks of secondary symptoms of MS

such as heart disease and obesity.

* 5

Follow ongoing clinical research into the effectiveness of herbs such as gingko

biloba to treat the inflammation brought on by demyelination caused by the

autoimmune reactions which occur with MS. Currently, studies do not indicate

that oral doses of this medication have any effect however clinical trials have

suggested that the use of injections of this herb may reduce nerve inflammation.

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