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Mononucleosis

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About

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Mononucleosis, or more commonly called "mono," is an infection caused by a virus. Depression, jaundice, headache, extreme fatigue, loss of appetite, abdominal pain, swollen glands, achiness, fever, and sometimes rash are all indicators of mononucleosis.

Notes

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• Do not use Ampicillin it can cause a skin rash and complicates the mononucleosis.
• Protein is needed for the antibodies to protect against complications such as jaundice and hepatitis.
• There is no cure and you need plenty of rest and a proper diet.

Helpful nutrients for this condition.

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Acidophilus
Importance: High
Comments: Provides friendly bacteria for the intestinal tract. Nondairy formula is recommended.

Proteolytic enzymes
Importance: High
Comments: Decreases inflammation. Helps with nutrient absorption.

Vitamin A
Importance: High
Comments: Enhances immune system. Emulsion form is recommended to make it easily accessible to the body.

Vitamin E
Importance: High
Comments: Enhances immune system. Emulsion form is recommended to make it easily accessible to the body.

Vitamin C
Importance: High
Comments: Kills viruses. Stimulates immune system. Buffered or esterified form is recommended.

Dimethylglycine (DMG)
Importance: Moderate
Comments: Boosts immune system. Improves flow of oxygen.

Free-form amino acid complex
Importance: Moderate
Comments: Gives needed protein. Promotes healing and reconstruction of tissues. Powdered form is recommended.

Garlic
Importance: Moderate
Comments: Stimulates immune system. Antibiotic.

Vitamin B complex
Importance: Moderate
Comments: Boosts energy levels. Enhances function of the brain and digestive system, along with other bodily functions. High-stress, hypoallergenic formula is recommended. Use sublingual form or injections under a physician's care.

Vitamin B12
Importance: Moderate
Comments: Aids in healthy digestion. Protects against anemia. Lozenge or sublingual form is recommended.


Helpful herbs and supplements for this condition.

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Astragalus and Echinacea
Type: Internal
Purposes: Enhances the immune system.

Advice

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• Always eat 4 - 6 smaller meals per day.
• Always flush tissues.
• Call a doctor if your fever is above 102 or if you have pain in your upper left chest for 5 minutes with shallow breathes.
• Children do not need aspirin because is could cause mononucleosis.
• Drink 8 glasses of water a day.
• Half of you daily intake should be raw foods.
• Keep away from physical contact.
• Need to have chlorophyll in your diet.
• Need to rest.
• Never strain during a bowel movement.
• Stay away from fried foods, processed food, coffee, soft drinks, stimulants, tea, sugar, and white flour.
• To ease a sore throat rinse with hot water.