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While the above profile is unique to the individual tested, I suspect that anyone diagnosed as having FMS or CFS, if tested, would show similar nutritional deficiencies. Note that this persons Hydrochloric Acid (HCl) levels tested to be very low. HCl is required for the body to ionize minerals in the food so that the body can absorb them. The duodenum absorbs iron after the stomach has converted it to iron chloride through action of hydrochloric acid and digestive juices.[1] However; If the diet is lacking in vitamin B1, B2, Niacin, pantothenic acid or choline, the stomach is unable to secret sufficient hydrochloric acid to dissolve iron.[2] Sodium is also needed for a deficiency of hydrochloric acid.[1] This may explain the very low hydrochloric acid in this person. Other research has indicated that vitamin B deficiency is common in people with chronic fatigue Syndrome. In the research abstract "Vitamin B status in patients with chronic fatigue syndrome", researchers report: "These data provide preliminary evidence of reduced functional B vitamin status, particularly of pyridoxine, in CFS patients". Hydrochloric acid is the only acid that our body produces. All other acids are by-products of metabolism and are eliminated as soon as possible.[3] HCl keeps us alive by maintaining proper alkaline/acid balance and then becomes alkaline after its vital job in the digestive process is done. Eight essential amino acids, two vitamins and fifteen minerals are dependent on proper HCl for absorptions. Vitamin B-12 and folic acid simply will not be absorbed from food sources without the correct amount of HCl in the stomach. (Strangely, medical practice often overlooks HCl therapy yet freely gives B-12 shots.)[3] A person's diet could be providing all the essential nutrients needed by the body but unless Hydrochloric Acid is present, in sufficient quantity, many of the nutrients in the food consumed are not being absorbed by the body. A few of the minerals that require HCl for absorption are: Magnesium, Calcium, Iron, Zinc, and Copper. Hospital tests have found that 85% of patients over 50 lack hydrochloric acid.[1] Many ailments, once common only to the elderly, are becoming prevalent in a much younger populace. This is likely true for HCl depletion. "Acid Reflux" is a symptom of low hydrochloric acid. Most people incorrectly treat this symptom by trying to inhibit the production of HCl with medications or try to neutralize the acid with antacid tablets. While these approaches may provide immediate relief of the symptom, they impair the absorption of minerals by eliminating HCl. Many people are aware of the importance of vitamins and minerals to the health of the body. Typically these people take a vitamin and mineral supplement, usually in tablet or capsule form, to offset possible nutrient deficiencies in their diet. Wholesome, nutritious foods, properly prepared, are still the best source for vitamins and minerals. Certainly, taking a pill is much easier but I think many people may fall into a false sense of security thinking that they are satisfying their bodies needs for these important nutrients. If the capsule or tablet does not break down quickly enough to be acted upon by the HCl, or if the nutrients are not the correct form, or if HCl levels are insufficient then the nutrients in the supplement will not be absorbed. For many people diagnosed with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome these vitamin and mineral deficiencies may have been induced by long term stress. Nutrients depleted in stress situations are: Protein, vitamin E, riboflavin, choline, pantothenic acid, vitamin A, unsaturated fatty acids and vitamin C, Stress makes nutritional needs skyrocket.[1] | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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