Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is a disorder that affects both the body and the brain, resulting in a wide range of incapacitating symptoms. It typically manifests in people who are in their early to mid thirties, and affects more women than men. People who suffer from CFS are subject to experiencing:
- loss of concentration
- short term memory loss
- muscle and joint pain
- unproductive sleep cycles
- chronic headaches, and
- occurrences of a general but unaccountable malaise.
Chronic fatigue syndrome has been linked to viral infections, hormonal imbalances, poor nutrition, exposure to environmental toxins, and high levels of physical and emotional stress. CFS creates imbalances with 5 systems of the human body (nervous system, immune system, hormonal system, digestive system, elimination system).
Poor nutrition is one of the major triggers for chronic fatigue syndrome and a healthy diet is the best therapy for sufferers. Eliminating foods that trigger these symptoms is one way of combating the syndrome using nutrition. Some common foods that tend to worsen symptoms are dairy products, eggs, soy, gluten-containing foods, and corn. Refined sugar, aspartame, fried foods, foods high in saturated fats, plus use of caffeine and tobacco can trigger the symptoms of CFS.
Good nutritional habits are vital for everyone, especially those suffering from CFS. Seeds, nuts, heart healthy proteins, and fresh, organic fruits and vegetables should be the building block of any diets. Foods rich in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids, like flax seeds, hemp seeds, walnuts and spinach help to reduce cholesterol, combat disease, and boost the immune system. These nutrient rich foods will help the body recover quickly from the symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome
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