The exact doses of these natural plant extracts that might be effective against Epstein-Barr have yet to be determined. Patient Management of CFS Physicians advise patients to pace themselves carefully and to avoid unusual emotional or physical stress. Follow a regular and manageable daily routine and take modest regular exercise supervised by a physician or physical therapist. Certain psychotherapies such as family therapy have shown promise in the development of coping skills necessary to counter the adverse effects of chronic illness on the family or patient caregiver. This suggests that the sufferer of CFS should follow a regimen that involves protecting and enhancing the immune system with proper nutritional supplements, proteins, and hormones.
Free radicals play a role in causing damage to the immune system.
Alpha-lipoic acid, a potent antioxidant, has improved energy levels in some people on doses of 500 to 800 mg a day. Two multinutrient formulas that contain nutrients shown to maintain healthy immune function and also fight free-radical activity are Life Extension Mix and Life Extension Booster. Another energy-boosting therapy involves taking 5 mg of NADH 2 times a day. The amino acid L-carnitine is known to boost energy levels. Deficiencies in brain hormones and neurotransmitters are also known to cause low levels of energy.