Raw Food and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Symptoms

Chronic fatigue syndrome symptoms are greatly reduced by the introduction of raw foods. Uncooked foods are living. Their nutrients and enzymes actively interact with the body when consumed and cause a live energy effect. When food is cooked above 120 degrees farenheit the enzymes and nutrients are destroyed. Cooked foods cause an energy depleting reaction through out the body.

When foods are processed or cooked their inherent energy is removed. When a person diagnosed with chronic fatigue syndrome symptoms eats these foods their already fatigued state is increased. The intake of highly processed and cooked foods is more draining that if they did not eat at all. Scientists do not fully understand the mechanism of raw foods versus cooked foods and why there is a synergistic affect from the raw foods, but they do agree that raw foods contain live energy.

Certain raw foods are categorized as super foods. These super foods emit a strong energy force when photographed under Kirlian light. The following foods have the highest Kirlian effect: seaweeds-kelp, Kombu, and dolce. Other super foods are wheat, barley grass, spinach, lemon and orange peel, bee pollen, spirulina, chlorella, green leafy vegetables and most herbs. The majority of these are available in powder form and their processing was not heated only dried. These super foods are an excellent supplement for chronic fatigue.

Sprouts have the highest energy and largest percentage of raw energy because they are still in the growing process. Sprouts contain high levels of proteins, vitamins, minerals, trace minerals, enzymes, and chlorophyll pigments. The ratio of vitamins of sprouts to other vegetables can range as high as 2000 percent.
Sprouter trays are readily available and a convenient way to grow sprouts. Follow the instructions for each type of sprout and some are ready to eat within 24 hours. Other sprouts are available within 5-6 days, but do not eat any sprout older than 1 week. The roots will have developed which causes the sprout to have a bitter taste.

Foods that contain fruits and vegetables can appear healthy, but they do not support optimum energy levels because they have been cooked or highly processed. Fruit juices that contain 100% juice even if they do not have added sugar are not healthy. They have been heated to a level to kill bacteria which also kills the enzymes and nutrients needed to heal chronic fatigue syndrome symptoms.

Packaged or tinned soups, fruits and vegetables are in the same category as the bottled juices.

Hummus, salsa, guacamole, if store bought, have been processed with heat or have added preservatives and their nutrients have been killed. Prepare these foods at home and they will have the greatest impact on the sufferers of chronic fatigue.

Fruits and vegetables in superstores may have been stored for months, and will not give the healing needed for those with chronic fatigue syndrome symptoms. This storage will deplete the nutrients and enzymes in the produce. Organic fruits and vegetables may not be a healthy alternative either if they have been stored for any length of time. The ideal fruit and vegetable is the one eaten within days of being harvested.

Some vegetables are not easily digested and need to be cooked. The suggested method of cooking vegetables to preserve the nutrients and enzymes is steaming. Cabbage and broccoli are not easily digested and can cause discomfort if eaten raw. These vegetables can be juiced if steaming is not an option.

Oil Pulling and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome

Oil pulling is an effective way to remove toxins for patients with Chronic Fatigue syndrome . Oil pulling is the swishing of oil in the mouth to remove unhealthy bacteria while adding health benefits through the tissue of the gums, tongue and sides of the cheeks. Oil pulling is referred to Kavla Gandoosha or Kavala Graha from the text Charaka Samhita from the Ayurvedic and it is believed to cure more than 30 systemic diseases including diabetes, migraine, asthma, gum disease and chronic fatigue syndrome. Traditional oils used for oil swishing are sesame and sunflower, although contemporary practices include the use of coconut oil. Toasted sesame oil should not be used and organic oils should be used if possible. The oral health of an individual with chronic fatigue symptoms is directly related to their physical health. If a low grade infection is present the result is an increase in the pain, fatigue, cloudy thinking and inflammation of chronic fatigue syndrome.

The way oil pulling works is that the bacteria that causes plaque is attracted to the acids in the oils. When these oils are introduce into the mouth the oils bind with the bacteria and are spat out and removed from the mouth. Rinsing with these oils will provide a much more hygienic mouth than traditional alcohol rinses. Another advantage of oil swishing is that the prolonged exposure of these oils in the mouth provides a means for the body to absorb essential nutrients and fatty acids sublingually which reduces inflammation caused from chronic fatigue disability. The swishing of these oils does not expose them to gastric juices and this is an added benefit for individuals with chronic fatigue syndrome and leaky gut.

The procedure for oil pulling is simple. Before introducing food or water into the mouth, the individual places one tablespoon of oil in the mouth. Tilt the head back and let the oil surround the back molars. Swish the oil from the back of the mouth to the front by sucking in the cheeks, then puffing them out. Suck the oil through the teeth, and then move the teeth up and down in a chewing fashion. The oil should not be gargled. Repeat this procedure for 10-15 minutes. If this procedure is done properly the oil will become white, thin foam when spat in the sink. If the oil is yellow the procedure was not performed long enough. It is important to note that the oil should not be swallowed. If it was, all of the bacteria and toxins that were removed would be introduced into the stomach. If the oil swishing is performed mid day wait at least 4 hours after a meal before oil swishing.

Do not be alarmed in the symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome become worse for a short period of time while practicing oil swishing. If the symptoms become too uncomfortable reduce the frequency of the oil swishing procedure until the reaction is bearable.