CFS is certainly not new, although association of symptoms under name Chronic Fatigue Syndrome only took place in 1990s. Previously it was largely overlooked or thought to be something else, for example low blood sugar, Lyme disease, allergies, fybromyalgia, yeast infections etc.

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These vary from antidepressants, steroids, immune system medications and anti-histamines to more holistic treatments like evening primrose oil, diet therapy, cognitive behavioural therapy, removal of dental fillings (mercury poisoning) and gentle exercise programs.

Although lack of a definite treatment for CFS leaves a lot to be desired, above treatments, whether all or a combination, can prove fairly effective. The broad answer seems to be to treat symptoms as they occur.

Therefore quality of sleep of patients must have a direct effect on severity of disease. If depression is main problem, treatment of that can significantly improve quality of sleep, thus relieving somewhat persistent fatigue.

A combination of better quality sleep with gentle exercise, optimal diet and cognitive behavioural therapy would go a long way to improving lives of patients with CFS.

Ginger tea has powerful medicinal properties. It is reputed to be a aphrodisiac and can help freshen your breath! It has anti fungal and anti spasmodic properties and can help sooth stomach upset by neutralizing acids and aiding digestion. Ginger is also reputed to help relieve nausea, motion sickness, dizziness, flatulence and even help to ease muscle pain.

To properly make herbal tea, use 1 tea bag per person or, if you are making it from dried herbs, use 1 teaspoon of herb. Add boiling water to herb mixture and let sit for 5 minutes. Don’t let it sit for too long or it will start to taste bitter. Don’t drink it too soon or herb won’t have imparted it’s flavor into water enough. Typically herbal teas are taken “black” but you could add a little milk or some sugar or honey to taste if you like.