Apr 11 2008
About Elizabeth
Naturopath Elizabeth Noble can help you regain your health without drugs, surgery or expensive fad diets.
Elizabeth has over 14 years experience in helping thousands boost their immunity and experience a new lease on life. She has treated patients with Epstein Barr (the virus that causes glandular fever or mononucleosis), Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Immune disorders and much more.
Elizabeth leads two busy natural therapy clinics. She is author of the e-book “Nature’s Secrets to Mononucleosis Cures” and the producer of weight loss videos, CDs and a regular newsletter revealing the latest in health and weight loss breakthroughs. She has recently written books on the immune system and the antibiotic dilemma. Elizabeth presents her information in a straight-forward, common sense way, so people can walk away with actual tools and apply them to get immediate results.
Her comprehensive treatments help people find the causes to why they are ill, and then help them regain their health and vitality for life. Elizabeth is able to unite a scientific and wholistic approach to her treatments using her qualifications from The University of Sydney (Bachelor of Science), The University of New England (Diploma in Natural Resources) and The College of Somatic Studies (Diploma in Natural Therapies).
Elizabeth has become a personal mentor to many with the benefit of her vast experience and her belief that one should never stop improving their health and wellbeing.
As a member of The Complementary Medicine Association, Elizabeth maintains high standards of patient care and treatment. She also continues to attend numerous seminars and conferences every year to learn all she can about natural health.
With a passion for healthy living, Elizabeth follows the dietary and lifestyle advice she advocates to her patients.
Hi Bethany,
Thanks for the update on your daughter. Glad to hear she is back on track. Keep her on a good diet with plenty of fresh foods and water, adequate rest and the supplements if needed. This will keep her well in the long term.
Best Wishes
Elizabeth
Elizabeth,
I have been sick for going on 5 years.
History: 1981 age 11 HSP ( Female age 41 now)
Jan 2006 I went to the doc for pleurisy (had it before knew the signs) – but the doc did not think that was it, testing for Valley fever, TB, rash, after staying at the hospital for 1 week and tons of test, 2 weeks later the docs wanted to scrap my lungs but I was better and the chest xray and ct scan was back to normal, they called it pleurisy.
Within 2 month I developed Diarrhea – no I mean D I A R R H E A….and have had it every day since.
Progressively to today – I eat and blowing up like 3 pant sizes, have painful diarrhea, with seconds to get to the bathroom, undigested food (mostly veggies -can be identified) along with fat and mucus in my liquid stool that painfully flies out explosive. I stay bloated until all the stool empties anywhere from 1 hour to 8 hours after eating, after I eat I am in PAIN with the bloating and cramping and have diarrhea 1 to 5 times a day.
I do have night sweats but also have hyperhidrosis.
I’m tired, lung problems, enlarged liver, low immune system, liverdo (on legs), I’m so COLD all the time – cold to the bone, hair loss, I’ve weighed the same about 110 5’4″ (tiny), I ache every where when I have repeated moments, my B12 ( found in 2007) was low 155 and I was on shots, it went up and down and now 345.
I’ve been to many many many docs and specialist but nothing to date – test that were positive but not the problem include – docs thought I had Colitis but I don’t, thought I had Bateria Overgrowth but I don’t, thought my stomach gastic levels were out of wack but they are not.
As of today I have tested EBV but not currently active, B12 at 345, enlarged liver 165 u/L, If I eat pineapple it helps with the bloating and not running as many times to the restroom.
Any relation to long term EBV ?
Any suggestions?
Help ?
Hi Christina,
Sorry to hear you have been struggling with your health for so long. It is possible that it is related to EBV which is a latent virus that can relapse for many months or years. I would recommend you find a naturopath or holistic doctor who can assess your condition. Personally I would be focusing on your gastrointestinal health which is the forefront of our immunity. Doing a herbal gastrointestinal cleanse, replacing the good bacteria like acidophillus and bifido bacteria and working out what foods irritate you would be a start. If everything gives you diarrhea then I would be trying a liquid only elimination diet with some added digestive enzymes. It would also be a good idea to get onto a good regime of immune-boosting nutrients like vitamin C, zinc, essential fats, vitamin A etc. I hope this information gets you started.
Elizabeth
Elizabeth,
I was just wondering how common it is for people with EBV/Mono to have weight loss. I had this virus a year ago, and lost 20 pounds. I can’t seem to gain the weight back, and haven’t lost anymore either. Also can EBV effect a persons neurological system??
My doctor took an antibody test, and it came back that I have very high anti-bodies for EBV. Does this mean it is a recent or current infection, or could it be a re-infection?
Thanks for all your help.
Terri
Hi Terri,
Thanks for your post. Yes it is common for EBV sufferers to lose weight in the acute stage of their illness. This may be due to eating less because of feeling nauseous or off colour. Many people lose muscle mass because of inactivity. To regain your weight you need to gradually increase your exercise, eat enough protein and get adequate sleep in order to regain muscle. You may find that increasing your calorie intake through the healthy fats like avocado, fish oils, raw nuts and seeds will help.
EBV especially in the chronic stage can attack nerves and affect the neurological system. This can result in symptoms like dizziness, headaches, body pains, shakiness etc.
Your doctor needs to interpret the antibody test for you. Specific antibodies are raised in a current, recent or relapsed infection.
I hope this answers your questions.
Elizabeth
I was diagnosed with eb 5 years ago along with my 17 year old daughter. It was going around in the school and community where we lived. I have had another bout with it later but not as severe. Now I am 48 and my symptons are returning. I also have just been diagnosed with anemia 9.7 because my periods are closer together and lasting longer. This month I have been bleeding severly for 3 weeks. After a sonogram they discovered a cyst and a polyp in my uterus. Surgery scheduled for Monday (D&C). I have always been on a high protein, low carb diet. Just started taking supplement with iron. I gained twelve pounds in two years and really would like to lose it healthy. My job is extremely stressful andwould love to quit but can’t afford to right now. I need advice to lose those pounds, exercise and just a healthy life again. I am tired of being tired. My husband gets aggravated with it too but is very patient considering.
I am so happy to have found this blog. Keep helping those in need. It is truly a calling.
Thanks,
Elizabeth
Hi Elizabeth,
Sorry you are suffering with recurrent EBV. It is a latent virus that can relapse to cause fatigue, hormonal imbalances and subsequent weight gain. It is also possible that your hormones are starting to fall as you approach menopause. Heavier, more frequent periods, weight gain, mood swings and fatigue are common during this stage which is called perimenopause.
I would recommend you get back on your high protein diet, manage your stress with the adrenal nutrients like the B complex, vitamin C and magnesium, plus do some graded exercise. Keep on the iron supplements until your iron levels have returned to normal. It would also be worthwhile doing a liver cleanse (which helps with both EBV and hormonal balance) plus get onto some hormonal herbs like dong quai, rehmannia and sage. Put your health first, not last as many busy mothers do.
Best Wishes
Elizabeth
I am curious, do you come to the US and if so, where and when? I live in Las Vegas and would like to talk with you either by chat on FB or Skype. Please let me know if you have the time. A brief: I have EBV and Herpes at a high level. I am 48, not overweight, but in poor energy and physical health. I am also interested in buying your audio and books, is it the $90 price for all? Please let me know if we can talk via skype. Thank you for making a difference in people’s lives. Yassie
Hi Yassie,
Thanks for your post. Sorry you are suffering with EBV and herpes – that’s a nasty combination.
Unfortunately I don’t come over to the US – my life is too busy here! I’m happy to answer any questions you have by email. I noticed that you have signed up for the mono membership site which comes with personal email support for 3 months (or longer if you still need it).
Elizabeth
Hi Elizabeth,
just I turn to you in believe, that problably you will understand my issues, bcoz I am loosing my trust in Doctors here in Prague.
I contracted EBV in 6/2010. And I didnt recover still fully. Lymph nodes were achey aprox. half a year since initial stage, its OK now. Permanent tinitus in my ears I got used to. Anyway I feel good. Almost. Since February this year I have constant pain of my throat and heartburn which never goes away. It started after flu and never has gone away. Sometimes aches more, sometime less, it depends, but it is worse when I lie in the bed. I was many times tested for acid reflux – negative, I am after surgery of my glands – chronical tonsilitis – two months ago. Since than I dont have such huge pains of my throat. However the heartburn remains. Last bloodworks were fine, IgM negative, IgG low positive. Since I was tested 4 times with gastroscopy, doctors think thats its OK, I have probably CFS from oversensitive nerves, mucosas are OK – biopsy and throat I have more red than should be and this signs for chronical inflammation. I have gone thru lot of tests and EBV is the only I have. Doctors are considering giving me some antidepresant drugs to clam the nerves down. Is any real chance that I will recover from this kind of suffering and have a chance to get back to life I have known? What can I do for myself? Just I would like to find a wife and have a family but I dont really feel for dating in this habit.
thank you
Charles
Hi Charles,
Thank you for your email. Sorry to hear you have been suffering from heartburn and throat inflammation. EBV is a possible trigger for your symptoms.
I think your priority is to optimise the function of your stomach and digestive system with the use of digestive enzymes, raw cabbage juice, slippery elm powder, glutamine and aloe vera juice. An antibacterial herbal cleanse followed by a course of acidophillus and bifido bacteria would be advisable. Focus on foods which are soft, easy to digest and nutritious. You may find steaming your vegetables or pureeing them into a soup is better than eating a lot of raw food.
To calm your nerves I would look at taking some magnesium, B complex and vitamin C. Manage your stress with meditation, yoga, gentle exercise and a good night’s sleep. It would be worth finding a naturopath or holistic doctor to guide you through all this.
I hope these ideas get you started.
Best Wishes
Elizabeth
Hi,
I was diagnosed with mono and strep throat in high school. In 2006, after pushing myself for 4.5 years to finish my schooling while I worked full time, I started feeling “off.” By 2008, I was very sick with an EBV flare up. I now have active EBV that is chronic as well as an auto-immune problem. I’m also prone to low vitamin D and iron levels. I had to visit an endocrinologist this year for thyroid issues as well.
At 43, I have now been in an active state of EBV for 5 years. Since the flare up, I have put on 40-50 lbs and this is something I struggle with daily. I am so unhappy with my health situation, but I simply cannot exercise like I used to. I am very interested in improving my immunity. I think this is the key. I know my diet needs a major overhaul and might possibly be one of the main reasons I became sick in the first place.
With regard to supplements, I have read a lot of varying articles that discuss a wide selection of supplements that can boost the adrenal glands and thus immunity. I’m curious if it’s safe or even wise to take them all. Some of the supplements I have read about include: licorice root extract, 2-3K vitamin C daily, vitamin B, MSM, magnesium, ginseng, zinc, echinacea, olive leaf extract and astragalus.
Is it safe to take all of these? I would be willing to invest in anything that might improve my condition, but only if it is not harmful to combine them. I currently take Acyclovir (sporadically); an antiviral that fights the (herpes) EBV.
Thanks so much for your input!
Lori
Hi Lori,
Thank you for your post. Sorry to hear you have been struggling with with Epstein Barr and auto immune problems. It can be a very frustrating time.
Fortunately there is a lot you can do with natural therapies to help your recovery. Your priority is to get your immune system balanced with some supplements like
vitamin C, zinc and essential fats. You will also need to repair your adrenal glands with nutrients like magnesium and the B complex. There is no harm in taking all of these supplements together in safe dosages. Before you take the immune boosting herbs like echinacea, astragalus or olive leaf it would be worth seeing a herbalist to make sure they do not interfere with your auto immune disease.
Diet does play a big part in recovery. A low carb, high protein diet with lots of fresh fruit, vegetables and pure water is important. Some anti-inflammatory foods and
anti-viral herbs will also help. If your symptoms persist you may need to do some liver cleansing in order to clear the virus from your system.
All these techniques are outlined in my e-book and have been used with good results by many patients who have had chronic EBV and autoimmune problems. With the e-book, you also get free email support for 30 days if you need further guidance on your individual concerns.
I hope this answers your questions.
Kind Regards
Elizabeth Noble
Hi Elizabeth
I have been testing a weak positive for Epstein Barr for 6 months now (raised IGM for Epstein Barr). I think I had the full on virus in December 2010 as that is when I had 10 days of a really bad throat, cough, temperature and fatigue, after that I struggled with recurrent viruses and problems handling stress like bad headaches, dizziness and my periods stopping. This is what led me to get tested in July 2011 but my IGM for epstein Barr levels haven’t changed hardly any in 6 months and I still have problems with tiredness and trouble handling stress.
Looking back I had issues with handling stress on and off from about july 2010 which is 6 months before the first full on virus. Do you think it was likely the problems with stress caused the glandular fever? Or could the problems 6 months before have been early symptoms do you think?
Hi Alison,
Sorry you have been feeling ill for so long. Stress is an immune suppressant that can make you more susceptible to infections like Epstein Barr. From your history it sounds like stress may have been the trigger for your infection.
The symptoms of a bad sore throat, cough, temperature and bad fatigue are typical of the acute, initial stage of the infection. It still sounds like your adrenals may be under stress so supplementing with magnesium, the B complex, vitamin C and fish oil may help
you cope better. Lots of rest and a pure fresh food diet are essential.
Hope this helps.
Elizabeth
Hi Elizabeth, for 2 months now, I have been experiencing a swollen type of feeling around my liver. I use to drink almost everyday and stopped for 2 weeks because I was going to be taking Vicodin for some pain I kept having in my teeth. After that, I started to experience that weird feeling around my liver. I would also feel full and discomfort around that area after eating. After noticing the discomfort, I went to get blood test for my liver and doctor said everything came back fine. He then pressed down and upward around my liver area and said i have an inflamed liver. He didn’t say anything else as far as, how long it would last or what to avoid eating and drinking. If my blood test came back fine, how would he know it is inflamed? I don’t have any other symptoms as far as, a full feeling after I eat and discomfort time to time. I stopped drinking and would like to know what to avoid. Thank you.
Hi Christina,
Diet is at the forefront of treating an inflamed and uncomfortable liver. You need to eat a diet rich in raw vegetables and fruits. Drink “green juices” rich in chlorophyll like those made from broccoli, parsley, cabbage and celery. The addition of some carrot or beetroot juice will sweeten the juice and boost its healing powers.
Avoid alcohol, sugar, highly processed foods and excess fats, especially trans fatty acids like those found in margarine and processed foods. Avoid drugs that have not been prescribed by your doctor. Herbs like dandelion, golden seal and milk thistle, to name just a few, act to rebuild and repair the liver. Nutrients like the B complex and the antioxidants normalise liver function and protect it from further damage.
I hope this gets you started.
Elizabeth
Hi Elizabeth, thank you very much for taking the time to email me back with such great information. I had two last question for you. How long does an inflamed liver last? And if in fact, i do have an inflamed liver, wouldn’t that have shown on my liver blood test? Thank you
Hi Christina,
Inflammation of the liver does not always show up on liver function tests. Liver inflammation is common with viral illnesses like Epstein Barr and normally resolves within a few weeks. Adding some anti-inflammatory foods like ginger, turmeric, fish oils, zinc and vitamin C is worth a try if you feel your liver is enlarged or inflamed in the long term.
Best Wishes
Elizabeth
My daughter was diagnosed with mono at about 13 years old. she was totally disabled for at least six months before she began to feel better. CONSTANT fatigue, sore throat, low grade fever. In October – November last year she began to have intermittent nosebleeds and was diagnosed with an infection in her nasal passages. She then began complaining of sharp pains in her left side and constant tiredness. I took her i to the doctor again where she tested positive for mono again. The doctors said the pain in her side was spleen enlargement / pain and that it wold subside after some time.
It is now 16 months later and she is hardly able to walk. Any movement or laughter sets her off to bouts of stabbing pain. She sleeps MANY hours and hardly gets out of bed for more than a few minutes at a time. She complains of sore throat and many times is running a low grade fever. Sonograms of he spleen show a large but still normal size of spleen ( for an adult ) but she is in CONSTANT pain, like a woman in labor.
She complains that her spleen feels like it is contracting rhythmically ALL the time with stabs of sharp pain that radiate up to her shoulder and across he abdomen to her liver. She is lately complaining of trouble breathing. The doctors say there is no way this has anything to do with the mono now, or trouble of her spleen but seem to be saying it is psychiatric problem.
She had been completely out of pain twice in the last 16 months, Once, for two hours following and ultrasound done to assess the size of her spleen, and once after I took her to an acupuncturist- looking for ANY relief I can bring to her.
You seem to be seeing a lot of patients with mono complications and I was wondering if you have ever heard of something like she is having.
Thank you for considering this post.
Hi Lynne,
Thanks for your post. Sorry to hear your daughter has been so ill. Constant pain can be very draining.
The Epstein Barr virus that causes mono can affect the nerves of the body causing body aches and pains. The spleen is often enlarged which causes pressure and pain in the abdominal area. The approach I use with my patients is to give some high dose magnesium (600-800mg a day), the B complex (50mg) and vitamin C (3-5 g a day). These nutrients will help relax the nerves and muscles to hopefully bring your daughter some relief. Some anti-inflammatory foods like turmeric, ginger, red root, fish oils and zinc may be of benefit.
Epsom salt baths (2 cups to a hot bath before bed) and massage would also be good for her. It is also worth seeing a chiropractor or osteopath to ascertain if her neck and back is out. If the symptoms are not clearing with the above advice, then it may
be that your daughter’s liver is congested and enlarged. This is common in mono. Drinking at least 2 – 3 litres of water a day to flush out the virus and toxins in her system is essential. Start her day with lemon juice in warm water. When she is a bit stronger, a liver tonic would be a good idea.
I would recommend you find a good naturopath or holistic doctor who can guide your daughter through this difficult time.
Best Wishes
Elizabeth