History of Epstein Barr, Mono, Herpes, Shingles, Chronic Fatigue, Hepatitis or other Chronic Viral Condition

A history of the above infections is an indication that the immune system in the past have been compromised. Many of these diseases are latent in the body and require a vigilant immune system to keep them under control. This puts extra stress on an already compromised immune system. Decreasing stress in this person's life will help keep these infections inactive.

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing.

Acne (Adult)

Adult acne is  most often due to allergies. There is also a connection to the liver, a need for calcium and / or essential fatty acids and an increased intake of sweets, candy and refined sugars. Allergies have a strong connection to imbalance in the digestive system and a series of events that trigger the susceptibility to allergies: functional hypochlorhydria and pancreatic enzyme deficiency leading to maldigestion, maldigestion leading to gastrointestinal irritation and dysbiosis, and dysbiosis leading to increased intestinal hyper-permeability. 

Also look at blood sugar dysregulation. Acne in the adult has been called "diabetes of the face."

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

Itchy Skin (Dermatitis) - Cysts, Boils, Rashes

Skin symptoms often have a root cause in allergies and immune deficiency. There are many different kinds of dermatitis and in general the integrity of the digestive system plays a big role in the development of skin symptoms. Another cause of skin symptoms is a diet that is deficient in nutrients and is full of processes ingredients.

It is also important to remember that the integument plays a large role in detoxification, especially when the usual routes of elimination (liver, kidneys, and digestive system) are not functioning well. Therefore, skin reactions should be seen as the body trying to eliminate. Supporting the liver, kidneys, and digestive system will help.

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

317. Never Get Sick

Despite what most people think, never getting sick is a bad thing. In fact getting a cold or flu once in a while is a good exercise for the immune system. The longer a person goes without getting sick the less active the immune system might be. This needs to be evaluated and supported nutritionally.


Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing.