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Minggu, 18 Januari 2015

Facts About Treating Lyme Disease Naturally

By Enid Hinton


Lyme disease has become one of the most talked-about health threats, which is pretty remarkable considering it was only identified in 1975. This tick-borne illness has affected millions of people; many may have the problem without being aware of it. Treating Lyme disease naturally is a viable alternative to the regular medical procedures.

Medical doctors use a blood test to diagnose this problem. The test may reveal the presence of spirochetes, bacteria-like organisms which carry this disease. However, spirochetes are uncannily adept at hiding, and the test may not always be definitive. This causes many people to turn to herbal means of fighting the problem. Herbals require no prescription, and most have no harmful side effects if used correctly.

The herbal products that seem to combat this illness are immune-system boosters. If the disorder is not present, no harm is done, since boosting immunity is beneficial in any case. One widely-used herb is cat's claw, a tropical plant found in South America. It is available in liquid extract or in capsule form.

People with arthritis have used this herb for centuries to alleviate joint pain. It contains some active ingredients that are not helpful in treating Lyme's. For this reason, people who would like to try it for this particular illness should look for a special preparation, designed specifically to treat Lyme's.

Even those who have had a medical diagnosis of Lyme's may want to use an herbal approach. Doctors generally prescribe high does of antibiotics; if the problem has gone undetected for months or years, antibiotics may be prescribed for extended periods. This approach seems to work best on those recently infected; people who have had the problem longer may find that antibiotics are not a definitive cure.

Others may not like the idea of taking antibiotics, especially for month after month if the problem is persistent. They may choose herbal products to avoid the consequences of antibiotic use, such as yeast over-growth or immune system weakness. It also is a good idea to follow antibiotic use with herbal preparations.

There is also a North American herb which has shown itself effective in alleviating symptoms of Lyme's. This is teasel, a common roadside weed. It looks like a thistle when blooming, and the dried seed pods resemble small pineapples. Teasel can be bought online from herbal companies. It can also be harvested from waste lands. The roots should be dug in November, cleaned, and chopped. They should then be soaked in vodka for six weeks. The liquid is drained off and used as needed. Dosage guidelines can be found online or on product labels.

Ignoring Lyme's is unwise. The effects worsen over time, resulting in arthritic complaints, higher risk for Alzheimer's, tremors, skin problems, and damage to the heart and nervous system. Mosquitoes, fleas, and horseflies may also spread the disease.




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