CFS/Brain fog- any nutrition tips to help recovery
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I am a 19 year old currently studying full time at university. I was diagnosed with CFS a year ago after having symptoms for the previous 2 years. I am really struggling with almost constant brain fog and cannot concentrate enough to revise for my exams. I take lots of vitamin supplements and try to eat a diet low in sugar. I am relatively fit and find that some light exercise can sometimes pull me out of it, but I then crash again in about an hour- is there anything else I can do to reduce the symptoms?
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wknight laura68750
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Seriously I would say pace yourself and I hate to say it but you should have started your revising months ago, not leaving it to the last moment. What I would suggest is short periods of revising followed by periods of complete rest for at least 30 mins. You will need to find what works for you, such as 30mins of revising followed by 30mins of complete resy doing absolutely nothing. Determine how much you can do without busting and do that much. Some is better than none.
Depends on your subject but could consolidating information into techniqies like mind maps to help you revise and remember
best of luck
laura68750 wknight
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Laura
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Sorry your suffering with this/our horrid ME. The fluctuation and unpredctability is awful.
I was diagnosed 4 years ago and found no help other than trying to self help, but it's has a mind ofit's own.
For me one of the first things was acceptance, and being a head strong person, it took a while, especially relating to poor mobility.
That constantly 'shoved in the face' word 'pacing' is important. Trying to find some sort of level playing field. However, for me worsening and relapse are still frequent, regardless of pacing. No reason.
Have you tried doing a little at a time, then stop and don't keep pushing yourself, creating a vicious circle.
I have completely changed my diet, smaller meals, fresh ingredients. It's not changed things but healthier.
Has your dr. referred you to a cfs/me clinic? He/she should. They can't fix it but can help with learning to pace, cope etc. Didn't hapen for me as I have symptons over and above which though they agreed cfs/me,took me out of their criteria (budgets eh!).
Massively important...is to not put yourself under stress. Easier said that done but essential.
Best wishes xx
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sharon04040 laura68750
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jinny23 laura68750
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No one has mentioned medication to you as yet and, you may strongly oppose this at this stage.
I have reached a point where I am dealing with my ME in every way I can but still, I feel I am not in control.
I am lucky, in one sense, in that I have 3 family members who have ME too. They are all either coping really well With life or completely recovered !!
They have recommended that I try the smallest dose of Lustral to see if it makes a difference.
I have been taking it for 2 weeks now and already my brain fog is clearing. I asked the doctor for it and explained why I wanted it. He agreed. he even said to me, ...you are one determined lady !
I don't allow myself to get low in mood because I strongly believe ....mind over matter...helps in this scenario. I keep in touch with people, I keep busy but paced. I take projects, small ones and I 'm slowly but surely beating ME.
By the way, it's important to take the Lustral early in the morning.
I wish you well and hope you find a way forward.
Hang onto the positives throughout.
good luck
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Laura
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The waiting list was over a year for my area, but not everywhere. You should talk to your gp for sure.
xx
Sellins laura68750
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In terms of supplements I take one a day multi vitamins and minerals and extra magnesium, but l don't know if they make much difference.
Good luck
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jackie00198 laura68750
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paddiwhack laura68750
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I'm waiting for a diagnosis myself so am not well enough informed to comment but just wanted to wish you well and good luck with your studies
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Laura