CFS
and Digestive Function Fatigue is a common symptom associated with
a wide variety of gastrointestinal disorders, including celiac disease
and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).1-3 Researchers
have recently uncovered a particularly
strong link between chronic fatigue and
IBS. In one group of 1,797 chronic fatigue
sufferers, a surprising 63% were found
to satisfy the diagnostic criteria for
IBS.4
Maldigestion, malabsorption, and abnormal
gut flora and ecology have all been linked
to many conditions associated with chronic
fatigue. An imbalance and/or overgrowth
of yeast in the colon, for example, often
follows the use of antibiotics and can
be one of various triggers resulting
in fatigue symptoms.5 Treatment
against Candida albicans, a potential
intestinal pathogen, has also been shown
effective in reducing symptoms of fatigue
in sensitized patients.6
Fatigue can also be caused by inadequate
digestion and malabsorption, which prevents
proper nourishment from protein, carbohydrate
and fiber foods and greatly diminishes
the body's available supply of energy.
In addition, a "leaky gut" can
allow macromolecules of food and other
particles to penetrate the mucosal lining
of the intestine, placing added stress
on the immune system, which has to work
overtime to deal with these new "invaders." Over
time, this can wear the body down and
increase feelings of exhaustion. Tkae
the Gut
Permeability Test to determine
if you have Leaky Gut.
The Comprehensive
Digestive Stool Analysis (CDSA)
evaluates digestion and absorption,
bacterial balance and metabolism, yeast
and immune status. The analysis is
a useful screen for patients with systemic
problems related to gastrointestinal
dysfunctions, and can lead to safe
and effective individualized treatment
of many chronic symptoms, including
fatigue.
References:
1
Schaffner JA. En route to celiac sprue: the path to diagnosis. Lifeline
1991;9(2):1-3.
2 Cabrera
CT, Gomollon GF, Simon MA, Uribarrena ER, Alvarez R. Hemorrhagic
diathesis as initial clinical manifestation of celiac disease. Rev
Clin Esp 1996;
196(1):28-31.
3 Read
N. Importance of gut feelings. J Gastro Mot 1992;4(2):79-81.
4 Gomborone
JE, Gorard DA, Dewsnap PA, Libby GW, Farthing MG. Prevalence of
irritable bowel syndrome in chronic fatigue. J R Coll Physician
Lond
1996;30(6):512-3.
5 Baker
S. Detoxification and Healing. New Canaan (CT): Keats Publishing,
1997: 34-5.
6 Galland
L. Normocalcemic tetany and candidiasis. Magnesium 985;4:5-6:339-44.
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and nutrient supplementation can be implemented to aid you in reversing
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the proper nutrients.
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as diagnosis, treatment or a cure.
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