Nutrients to relieve pain and inflammation during mononucleosis treatment

The mineral magnesium is a natural muscle relaxant that is showing promising effects on the pain and inflammation seen in mono. Magnesium should be taken as a powder or capsule along with magnesium-rich foods like fish, avocado, raw nuts and seeds, soybeans, green leafy vegetables, brown rice, apples, apricots and grapefruit.

Anti-inflammatory nutrients like high dose vitamin C, fish oil and zinc should be an essential part of your regime. The B complex is recommended to optimize nerve function and help relieve the fatigue that is so common during this illness.

Quality sleep to relieve pain and inflammation during mononucleosis treatment

Restoration of normal sleep patterns is an essential part of the mono recovery process. Herbs like valerian, skull cap, hops and chamomile are excellent to ensure a good night’s sleep.

Epsom salt baths which are naturally high in magnesium should also be taken nightly before bedtime. These baths reduce muscle pain and tension and help you sleep well. Gentle exercise during the day – either a walk, swim or stretching exercises can also help you sleep better at night.

Chiropractic therapy to relieve pain and inflammation during mononucleosis treatment

My mononucleosis treatment approach always ascertains if a patient’s hips or spine are out of alignment. This is best done by a referral to a chiropractor, osteopath or physiotherapist. If a nerve is being compressed then realigning the spine can give effective pain relief.

Diet to relieve pain and inflammation during mononucleosis treatment

I recommend my mono patients follow a low carb, high protein diet based around good quality protein foods and plenty of fresh leafy greens and other vegetables. Sugar, grains and the nightshade family of foods like tomatoes, eggplant, chilli, potatoes and capsicum, should be eliminated as they can trigger pain and soreness in sensitive people.

Anti-inflammatory foods like ginger, turmeric, berries and the omega 3 fish oils (at least 5g a day), should be included in the diet. Remember too to drink plenty of pure water – at least 2-3 litres a day to help flush the acids and toxins out of your body.

If your headaches or body pains are prolonged or severe, it is important that you get a check with your doctor. There may be other conditions like allergy, nerve problems, low blood sugar, hormonal imbalances, fibromyalgia or anemia that may be contributing to your condition.

Headaches and muscle aches need to be addressed during your recovery from mono. They can be a life-draining and debilitating part of this illness. If you need further information on natural mononucleosis treatment then please refer to my e-book “Nature’s Amazing Mononucleosis Cures”.