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Poor Mitochondrial Function in ME/CFS.   Web version: prohealth.com/em/EM080509B     Font Size:   A   A   A
ProHealth ME/CFS HealthWatch     August 5th, 2009
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Gut Bacteria, Hydrogen Sulfide & Poor Mitochondrial Function in ME/CFS

Sarah Myhill, MD, puts it all together in simple terms and explains what the new H2S and mitochondrial function tests may mean for patients. As for "the $64,000 question... what to do about this problem," she suggests "some strategies well worth trying."



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"Tremendous and Compelling Evidence" of Omega-3 Fish Oil's Heart Benefits Convinces U.S. Cardiologists to Suggest Daily Intake Guidelines
"EPA and DHA work by getting into the membranes of cells and, in doing so, may help to improve the heart's electrical activity, vascular tone, plaque stabilization, and blood pressure, among other benefits."

High Omega-3 Intake Supports Beneficial Gene Expression Change
Trial found that supplementation supported alteration of gene expression profiles to a more anti-inflammatory and anti-plaque status: 1,040 genes affected overall.

Dr. Pall Links MCS to Toxic Impact of Chemicals - NOT Psychology
In a Q&A for ProHealth readers, Dr. Martin Pall explains the groundbreaking evidence that multiple chemical sensitivity is a toxicological illness - a function of exposure to specific chemical types & a handful of known gene variants.

The Latest on Dr. Cheney's Stem Cell Protocol for ME/CFS/FM
The initial results of stem cell infusions - part of Dr. Paul Cheney's evolving protocol for ME/CFS - range from "good to spectacular," says Carol Sieverling. Writing on Dr. Cheney's behalf, she explains the protocol's fundamentals.

Q&A with Ashok Gupta on Amygdala Retraining for Symptoms of ME/CFS
Participants in our live chat asked many good questions about the science, results and studies of Ashok's Amygdala Retraining Program, and the result is an intriguing & thought-provoking exchange.

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Cholesterol-Inhibiting Statin Drugs Often Cause Pain - Also Destroy Muscle

70% of U.S. Children Lack the Vitamin D Needed for Bone & Heart Health

Probiotics Slash Cold & Flu Symptoms in Nursery School Virus 'Soup'


RESEARCH ABSTRACTS view more 
Cardiac function fluctuates with ME/CFS exacerbation/remission
Echocardiography indicated 62% of the ME/CFS patients tested had a small left ventricular chamber. Follow-up tracking of this subset now finds that cardiac performance improves during remission phases & vice-versa.

Antibodies against mitochondria found in 95% of ME/CFS patients
These antibodies against the cells' energy generators have been associated with disorders involving tissue, vein, and artery destruction - from lupus to diabetes to stroke to miscarriage.

Omega-3, SAMe, folic acid, L-tryptophan enhance antidepressant benefit
Encouraging studies of nutrients' ability to boost drug effectiveness, reduce dose.

Limited sunlight can significantly depress cognitive function too
Using data on 17,000 people across the US, this study found a very high correlation between two-week light exposure and level of cognitive function.

Excess stress-related neurotransmitter 'CRF' may explain IBS symptoms
Trials of CRF binding blockers may offer real hope for helpful IBS therapy.

Research suggests prediabetes patients add grape seed extract to diet

Red Cross warns of transfusion-transmitted Babesia (tick-bite) infections

Chronic widespread pain in women highly associated with low vitamin D


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