Epilepsy

Description

Epilepsy is a condition characterized by recurrent disturbances of the brain’s electrical activity that manifest as sudden attacks. These attacks are associated with altered consciousness, involuntary motor functions and sensations, and alterations from the nervous system. Occasionally loss of consciousness can also occur.

Symptoms

The most typical form of epilepsy is convulsions, meaning the attack starts with loss of consciousness and motor control, and then the person has severe jerking muscle movements.

Types

There are 4 types of epilepsy. Grand Mal Epilepsy, seen as a major episodes associated with loss of consciousness. Petit Mal Epilepsy, seen as a milder attacks, usually without loss of consciousness. Psychomotor Epilepsy, characterized by different types of irregular movements, and Autonomic Epilepsy, which is related to whiteness of skin, rapid heart beat, high blood pressure, abdominal symptoms, and sweating.

Cause

The cause of epilepsy is unknown.

Nutrient deficiencies, thyroid problems, and tension can all contribute to epileptic seizures and must be tested for as well as addressed as part of a comprehensive treatment approach. Proper bowel movements two to three times a day are also important. If necessary, consider a bowel detox to restore healthy bowel perform.

Pioneering alternative dentist Hal Huggins, D.S., has mentioned the improvement, and in some cases the entire disappearance of epilepsy signs and symptoms after getting rid of toxic dental amalgams. If you have such amalgams in your mouth area, consider getting them replaced through someone properly trained in Holistic Dentistry.

Extreme caution: If the individual’s seizure does not stop inside 5-10 minutes, look for immediate medical attention. At the same time, be sure not to more than-drug the patient, as medical drugs can actually bring about epilepsy due to their potential side effects.

Natural Cures

Diet: People affected by epilepsy should eat a low-fat, low-carbohydrate diet plan, and eliminate fried foods, salt, sugar, meat, milk, and alcohol. For long-term care, they should stick to a hypoglycemic diet (see Hypoglycemia), being sure to avoid artificial sweeteners, excessive refined carbohydrates, as well as caffeine. For epilepsy associated with sluggish bowels or bowel problems, also ensure that the diet is rich along with fibrous meals.

Emergency Techniques You Can Use Whenever Someone Is Having A Seizure: Remain calm and move sharp items away from the actual affected individual. DO NOT PUT ANYTHING IN THEIR MOUTH! However, ensure that they are not biting down too hard on their tongue, and loosen his or her clothing. If possible, place the person on the floor or mattress and remain at the person’s side while the episode runs its course.

Herbs: With regard to petit mal epilepsy, take one tsp of skullcap tincture three times a day.

Hydrotherapy: Hydrotherapy is the process of applying water, ice, steam and alternating cold and hot temperatures to restore health. Treatments include total body immersion, steam baths, saunas, sitz baths, colonic irrigation, and the application of warm and cold compresses. Hydrotherapy is effective for treating an array of conditions and can easily be used in the home as part of a personal-treatment program. Many professionals including naturopathic physicians, physical therapists, and day spas use Hydrotherapy as part of their treatment routines. We suggest trying several at home hydrotherapy remedies but please seek the advice of an alternative healthcare practitioner prior to undergoing these treatments to ensure they are right for you.

*Purified water is essential for any hydrotherapy remedy.

Juice Therapy: Consume a combination of celery, carrot, as well as lettuce juice three times each day.

Nutritional Supplementation: The following nutrition can help reduce symptoms of epilepsy: L-taurine and L-tyrosine amino acids (500 mg three times daily) along with a good amino acid mix (two times daily); vitamin B complex and nutritional vitamins B3 (niacin), B5, B6 and B12; calcium; choline (start with four g every day and increase to ten-twelve g inside three months); dimethyl glycine (100 mg two times daily); magnesium; manganese; as well as zinc. Vitamin B complex injected intramuscularly can also be helpful.

Note: Sometimes essential fatty acids aggravate signs and symptoms, so talk to a nutritional expert to determine if this is the case.

Alternative Professional Care

If your symptoms persist despite following the above measures, seek the help of a qualified health professional. These professional treatment therapies have all been shown to be useful for treating and reducing the symptoms of epilepsy: Acupuncture, Ayurveda, Biofeedback Training, Bodywork, Chiropractic, Craniosacral Therapy, Detoxing Therapy, Environmental Medicine, Alternative Dentistry, Hypnosis, Magnetic Area Therapy, Meditation, Mind or Body Medicine, Naturopathic Treatments, Osteopathy, Reflexology, traditional Chinese Medicine, and Yoga (yoga breathing may increase blood circulation to the brain). (See Glossary for descriptions of these optional therapies.)