http://www.ei-resource.org/ 3202-553 http://www.ei-resource.org/functional-laboratory-tests/gastrointestinal/neurotoxic-metabolite-test-(nmt)/ i got my kit for $60 from cfs discovery.com.au in melbourne australia i was in a relapse at the time and my urine turned dark purple in 3 minutes or less. it did not change colour after. remained the same. so i am strong positive. but i have heard from some friends that they had negative and yet they are severely ill. i am looking at immune system problems - have had virus for 10 weeks - not making any energy further testing is to be done ]]> Tue, 22 May 2012 06:47:54 +0100 2210-552 http://www.ei-resource.org/treatment-%11-nutritional-supplements/nutrients-s%11z/undecylenic-acid-(undecenoic-acid)/ My Chiropractor had me use this when he diagnosed me with Intestinal Yeast!! I was gaining wait and not even eating 1000 calories a day and YES i was excersizing!! I stopped eating all carbs...only ate veggies and chicken and fish. I had been sooo sick with Intestinal Yeast for zoo many years that the side effects of "Die Off" were strong. There was a lot to clear out of my whole body. I was really sick for two weeks and felt better than I had EVER felt in my life!! I followed all of his instructions to take care of myself during the "die off" stage. That part is EXTREMELY important for your recovery! I have used it ten years later when I went thru a sugar binge for weeks (sugar feeds the bad yeast. my body loves bad yeast.....and felt great again.its been ten years again and feel great! the first time i used the SF722 i lost 4 dress sizes in 6 weeks!!! It's not something you take so you can eat what you want. You must be very responsible when taken this formula! Your health is IMPORTANT!! ]]> Sat, 14 Jan 2012 23:18:47 +0000 2212-550 http://www.ei-resource.org/treatment-%11-herbal-remedies/herbs-s%11z/tanalbit-(antifungal-&-antibacterial)/ Very potent product to promote GI health. Tanalbit was recommended by my naturopath for my toenail fungus and associated fungal/candida symptoms (white, coated tongue; fatigue; undigested food) and have seen solid results with no side effects or "die off" reactions. Recommendation from vendor is to use the product 3 times a day, 2-3 pills each time for 4-6 weeks, with a maintenance period following in which the dosage is tapered off. I experimented with the product for 2 weeks, 6 pills a day (equivalent to 120 count bottle) and saw results in that time. Within a week of stopping Tanalbit, many of my symptoms returned, and I realized how effective the product had been. I started back on the Tanalbit, 9 pills a day, and within a week my symptoms again began to reside. Firmly believe in the effectiveness of this product for those with GI concerns and candida overgrowth. The results are not instant and take some patience, but over time seem to work very strongly. ]]> Tue, 16 Aug 2011 16:25:28 +0100 3560-549 http://www.ei-resource.org/treatment-%11-nutritional-supplements/nutrients-s%11z/taurine/ Some years ago I was home bound with mupltiple chemical sensitivities. I read that many chemically sensitive people are deficient in taurine. It's not expensive, so I tried it. Within three weeks I was out an about almost as well as anyone else. I still have to aviod spending along periods of time around fragrances and chemicals, but I can go to the store, to church, to peoples' homes without getting sick. ]]> Tue, 14 Jun 2011 19:43:23 +0100 1944-544 http://www.ei-resource.org/personal-care-products/deodorant/crystal-roll%11on-body-deodorant/ I have used this product for a while now. It is the only deodorant my daughter with MCS can tolerate so we both use it. I was pleased to find it for sale in the larger Boots in town and also at LLoyds chemist. Only down side is it take a while to dry but otherwise works fine. ]]> Sun, 24 Apr 2011 22:08:29 +0100 3880-543 http://www.ei-resource.org/treatment-%11-herbal-remedies/herbs-m%11r/olive-leaf-extract/ As a chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) sufferer of 20 years, it makes a lot of sense to me to include olive leaf extract in my regular supplement regime. It has proven activity against the herpes family of viruses, many of which (e.g. EBV, HHV-6) have been shown time and time again to be present and active in a large proportion of ME/CFS patients. In addition olive leaf extract is antibacterial and antifungal and as any ME/CFS sufferer will tell you, bacterial and fungal infections, particularly in the gut in the form of small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO) and Candida/fungal overgrowth, are a common and stubborn complication of the immune dysfunction which we experience. Olive leaf extract then is a great all-rounder that directly tackles all types of chronic infections that can be involved in chronic fatigue syndrome. On top of that it is a potent antioxidant (ME/CFS is associated with antioxidant depletion and oxidative stress) and is also much more affordable than many other supplements and medications, particularly antivirals and immunomodulators. My own personal experience confirms to me that olive leaf extract is indeed effective against intestinal fungal and bacterial overgrowth, based on tell-tale die-off symptoms and repeat stool analyses. Its effect on viruses is harder to confirm and quantify. All I can say is that my illness began with a recurrent viral infection (glandular fever initially suspected) and I do experience an appreciable increase in energy and decrease in fatigue when taking olive leaf extract. Supplements do vary widely in quality so it is best to look for those that state that they have been standardised to contain >15% oleuropein. ]]> Wed, 06 Apr 2011 13:00:25 +0100 3863-542 http://www.ei-resource.org/treatment-%11-medications/sleep-and-anti%11anxiety-medication/clonazepam-(klonopin)/ I have used clonazepam to help me get off to sleep and also for treating the symptoms of anxiety like restlessness, irritability, and muscle tension. For sleep it is great as I often have great trouble falling asleep due to a racing mind at bed time. After taking 0.5mg of clonazepam in tablet form I am out like a light in 10-15 minutes. Due to clonazepam having a short half-life in the body the effects have worn off by the morning so I do not experience any residual drowsiness, which is great! For anxiety it doesn't get the same thumbs up from me. It is just too potent. Even at a low dose of 0.5mg taken twice a day I feel noticeably drowsy. I don't like anxiety but I also don't want my consciousness to be impaired by a treatment. I have found diazepam, which is less potent but longer lasting and more even in its effects, to be a much better choice. ]]> Tue, 29 Mar 2011 18:19:36 +0100 3852-541 http://www.ei-resource.org/treatment-%11-herbal-remedies/herbs-m%11r/pau-d'arco/ I have tried Pau D'Arco in various forms and would atest to its reported antifungal activity. As a result of the immune dysfunction associated with chronic fatigue syndrome I have for years struggled with intestinal bacterial and yeast overgrowth. Taking antifungals, both prescription drugs and natural alternatives, has always resulted in distinctive nervous system-related symptoms for me, including irritability, restlessness, and anxiety. I can only attribute these to a die-off, or Herxheimer, reaction. In any event Pau D'Arco in its various forms has elicited this same set of symptoms in me very quickly with daily use so I would suggest that it would indeed be effective as an antifungal. Unfortunately, I am unable to tolerate it, or any other antifungal, for the prolonged periods my condition apparently requires. I afeel I should mention that as a tea Pau D'Arco can kindly be referred to as an acquired taste. It is tree bark, and it basically tastes like tree bark. I'd opt for capsules or a liquid extract! ]]> Thu, 24 Mar 2011 18:17:33 +0000 3822-540 http://www.ei-resource.org/treatment-%11-herbal-remedies/herbs-g%11l/licorice/ As a long-term chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) sufferer and having had adrenal stress index (ASI) results suggesting low morning cortisol was a possible explanation for my increasing difficulty waking up and getting going in the mornings, I decided to try a short trial of a licorice root supplement. I took a modest dosage of 250mg/day of a supplement with glycyrrhizin content standardized to 20% for one week. The effect was rapid and pronounced. Within a couple of days I was waking up early, feeling full of energy. I found the sense of energy lasted throughout the day and the licorice altered my diurnal pattern so I was waking early and going to bed early, the opposite of what has become "normal" for me. After a week I had come to appreciate the ability to wake up early in the morning and feel like I had the drive and energy to accomplish tasks throughout the day but it had become apparent that rather than genuinely having more energy I was actually feeling rather "wired". I found I couldn't switch off and relax even when not engaged in any stressful activities. It was as if my body constantly wanted me to be on the move. After I stopped taking the licorice supplement the effects I would associate with increased cortisol (being able to wake early) gradually wore off but I have been left feeling I am incapable of relaxing. I also feel my heart is constantly pounding and have increased muscle tension in my neck and shoulders. It is now a number of years since I took the licorice but still these effects remain. Based on my experience I would say that licorice may well benefit those suffering from ME/CFS and/or adrenal fatigue but is clearly very potent and should be used with caution and only under the guidance of a knowledgeable healthcare practitioner. ]]> Tue, 15 Mar 2011 20:09:55 +0000 2408-539 http://www.ei-resource.org/allergy-&-mcs-related-products/personal-air-purifiers/mini%11mate-as150mm/ I have used one of these for many years and especially love it on an airplane or in large indoor crowds. It is very protective against inhalation of germs and chemical fumes. I use it when doing mold inspections. I highly recommend them and have also sold them to my clients with great results. Be careful not to get liquids or food into it. You can also buy bulk batteries online much cheaper than in the camera departments. I may be able to help you with pricing if you are in a pinch. ]]> Thu, 10 Mar 2011 16:43:04 +0000