Lyme disease, or borreliosis, is an infectious, tick-borne disease that is caused by the bacterium Borrelia burgdorferi. Read on to learn more about a number of natural herbal supplements that you can use to treat this bacterial disease.
Instructions
Use an anti-bacterial regimen of supplements that are known to hinder and kill off bacteria, such skullcap, garlic and licorice.
Take natural herbal supplements that are proven to stimulate and boost the immune system, such as Siberian ginseng, B-complex vitamins, Echinacea and Cat's claw. This is important because the immune system is taxed when fighting the Lyme infection.
Take anti-inflammatory herbal supplements are rich in phytochemicals, which help to minimize the inflammation associated with Lyme disease. These include: Nettle, Butcher's Broom, Devil's claw, Cat's claw, Grapeseed extract, Ginkgo biloba and White willow bark.
Boost the healthy, normal functioning of your central nervous system (CNS) by taking Ginseng, St. John's Wort, Siberian ginseng and Gingko biloba. This is important because Lyme disease can be devastating to the nerves and brain, and affects cognitive faculties.
Use pain-relieving supplements for recurring migraines and head aches that commonly result from the muscular tension typical of chronic Lyme disease. These include: Kudzu, Feverfew, Turmeric and Bromelain, which is an extract of pineapple.
Supplement any possible nutritional deficiencies by taking daily multi-vitamin supplements that provide a source of the vitamins A, vitamin C, vitamin E, as well as the B-vitamins.
Ease muscle pain, joint inflammation and other rheumatoid arthritis symptoms associated with advanced Lyme disease, using anti-inflammatory supplements such as: Turmeric, Omega-3 oils, Sam-e (a variety of the amino acid methionine) and amino acid supplements that contain creatine.