Postural Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) affects an estimated 500,000 people in the United States and probably many more worldwide. POTS symptoms usually include a significant increase in heart rate when going from sitting or lying down to standing. Along with the increased heart rate, POTS sufferers also often experience palpitations, chest pain, lightheadedness, dizziness, blurred vision, nausea, fatigue and general body weakness. Another common complaint is 'brain fog' or inability to think clearly, focus or remember things.
Since brain fog is such a common complaint among POTS patients, many seek various methods of increasing cognitive function through natural supplements as well as prescription drugs such as modafinil. In fact, there is a study going on now (Google clinical trials.gov POTS modafinil) to determine how much or if modafinil can provide significant relief from the brain fog. Of course, there are a variety of natural methods for increasing cognitive function and getting rid of brain fog, not the least of which is increasing dietary intake of specific oils found in coconut oil (specifically C-8)--check out Bulletproof.com and Brain Octane oil for details on that.
Other ways to increase cognitive function are going to include anything that increases efficiency of the tiny power plants in all of our cells--the mitochondria. Interestingly, a couple of areas of the body that have the highest mitochondrial density are the brain and heart. And what is being shown in a lot of research now is that certain supplements such as Coenzyme Q10 can increase mitochondrial function, which helps decrease brain fog. Another important thing to do is make sure you're eating organic as much as possible.
Roundup Ready corn and other vegetables and grains sprayed with glyphosate are being found cause a variety of health issues. Glyphosate (Roundup) is being shown to inhibit mitochondrial function when we ingest foods sprayed with it, so eating organic can take most of that problem out of the equation and give your mitochondria a boost. Glyphosate or Roundup also ruins our absorption of manganese, which is critical for our bodies being able to get oxygen from the water we drink. You can Google all of this, too--do that and you'll see more on what we're talking about above.
As with any treatment methodologies or ideas, you'll want to consult your physician and do your own research before proceeding, to make sure it's right for your particular situation. A great place to start is Dysautonomia-MVP Center LLC where you'll find two world-class autonomic disorder specialists that are also skilled in internal medicine and other disciplines. This extra background and experience often enables Dr. Moore and Dr. Phillips to tackle and successfully treat POTS and dysautonomia symptoms where other physician haven't been able to get results.
Wherever you are, if you have POTS, dysautonomia, etc, call 205-286-3200 for an appointment. One call could change your life for the better.
Dysautonomia-MVP Center, LLC
Accurate Diagnosis & Treatment for Better Results
2470 Rocky Ridge Road Vestavia Hills, Alabama 35243
(205) 286-3200
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