ELIMINTATE

RESTLESS LEG SYNDROME

Robert Campbell
Copyright 2008
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 Table of Contents

Chapter One: Introduction ……………………………………………………….1

Chapter Two: What Is Restless Leg Syndrome? What Causes It?.........................3

Chapter Three: Finally, Something That Works!...…………………………....…8

Chapter Four: Relief for Everyone…………......……………………………….16

Chapter Five: Your Diet and How It Effects RLS.……………………………...20

Chapter Six: More Helpful Tips…………………………….…………………...23

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 Chapter One: Introduction

Hello and thank you!

First, I would like to say that I created this ebook to help other people who have

suffered from the terrible, debilitating effects of Restless Leg Syndrome (RLS) -

just like I have. It is my belief that the solutions that I am presenting to you will

offer you quick, permanent relief from your symptoms. Not only do the following

solutions make perfect sense, they work.

I want to remind you that I am not a doctor, and what I am saying is not to be

taken as medical advice. I am an ordinary middle-class citizen, a husband and

father who lives on a budget. I’m only a person who researched RLS because I

was desperate to find a solution, and I know that what I have found will help other

people.

I suffered from RLS for many years and nothing that I tried seemed to offer me

any relief. Doctors were not able to help me. Dietary changes didn’t work for me

and doctor prescribed meds left me feeling worse than before.

Any time I was under a lot of stress or anxiety, I would end up suffering from an

RLS attack, only sleeping a couple hours, doubled over in pain, kicking my legs.

If you suffer from RLS you know how stressful this is. I was jittery all the time

not just at night. Even if your symptoms are not as severe as mine were, this

routine should help you eliminate RLS pretty quickly.

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When I would suffer from an attack, I had to move. Right then. And I was going to

be doing the same restless movements over and over, suffering from agonizing leg

cramps and most likely horrible insomnia.

RLS really starts to dominate your whole life. You have to plan out everything

that you do around your condition. I cannot begin to tell you how much my life

has improved since I was freed from this condition.

When I finally found a solution I was just amazed that the result was cheap, easy,

and available in non prescription form. I was amazed and kind of angry really,

because the answer to all of my suffering was as close as my local health food

store.

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 Chapter Two: What Is RLS? What Causes It?

RLS, as you may know, is also closely related to Periodic Limb Movement

Disorder (PLMD). Both diseases are considered to be highly disruptive to

sleeping patterns. Symptoms of RLS can include cramping, creeping and/or

crawling sensations, involuntary leg jerking, insomnia, severe fatigue, leg aches

and pains.

People suffering from this condition have a very unpleasant, nagging urge to move

and stretch. Problems are often present in the day, but are usually worse at

night—beginning shortly after the person goes to bed. Distress often interferes

with sleep, putting further stress on the person’s nervous system. Homeopathic

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remedies often help and I feel they are the key to this disconcerting problem. If

symptoms persist, a constitutional remedy and the guidance of an experienced

homeopath may be valuable, to bring the system into better balance.

There are many theories as to why some people are affected by RLS, but no single

cause has been identified yet. Basically, the most popular theory says that RLS is

caused by a dysfunction of the peripheral nervous system, along with an

imbalance of dopamine in the brain. Conditions associated with secondary RLS,

such as pregnancy or end-stage renal disease, are characterized by an iron

deficiency, which suggests that disturbed iron in the body may also play a role in

the development of the condition. Although iron is necessary for dopamine

synthesis, it is unclear whether the relationship between the two plays a role in

RLS. There also appears to be a genetic component, mainly when the condition

develops before the age of 45.

When someone begins suffering from RLS symptoms, it can often easily be

mistaken for a number of other ailments. If you are unsure that the symptoms you

are experiencing are that of RLS, I would suggest first doing a sleep study called a

Polysomnography. The study may be done to help your doctor diagnose restless

legs syndrome or rule out any other sleep disorders. This test records the electrical

activity of your brain, eye movements, muscle activity, heart rate, air flow through

your nose and mouth, and blood oxygen levels.

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Although this test is not essential, it provides details of limb movement symptoms.

These details may help evaluate the severity of your symptoms. The severity

ranges from people who have restless legs syndrome occasionally, with only mild

difficulty falling asleep, to those like me who have it frequently, with repeated

interruptions of sleep. As I learned first hand, serious sleep problems can greatly

affect your ability to function during the day.

It is important to be diagnosed by a doctor if you are suffering from

symptoms which may be RLS.

After you are asleep, most people with RLS also have involuntary or jerking leg

movements called periodic limb movements. These movements can interrupt you

sleep and add to problems with fatigue. Periodic limb movements may also occur

during the day, although most people move around after their legs begin to bother

them. As a result, the periodic limb movements that people have when they are

awake may not be noticed except under unusual circumstances.

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Restless legs syndrome and periodic limb movements also often disturb the sleep

of a bed partner. This can cause fatigue for both people and can strain the

relationship.

Symptoms may start during infancy or any time during someone’s life. At first

symptoms may be mild and occur only once in awhile. Typically, symptoms get

worse with age. After age 50, many people with this condition have daily

symptoms and suffer from significant sleep loss. Severe insomnia, fatigue,

anxiety, depression, and lack of social activity can become a problem and cause a

decline in quality of life.

Restless legs syndrome may develop or become worse during pregnancy,

especially after week 20. Symptoms usually disappear soon after the baby is

born, unless the mother had this condition before she became pregnant.

Other conditions—such as leg cramps, certain nerve disorders, or arthritis—can

produce symptoms that are similar to those of restless legs syndrome. However,

most of those other conditions do not occur primarily at night and when a person

is at rest. Leg cramps that are not caused by restless legs syndrome often do occur

at night, but they usually involve intense pain in certain muscles, unlike leg

cramps caused by restless legs syndrome.

The kind of "nervous leg" seen in some people during the day bouncing up and

down is most likely not restless legs syndrome. People who have "nervous legs"

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are not moving their legs because they feel the need to, as in RLS. In fact, they

are often unaware that they are moving their legs at all.

RLS sufferers have an urge to move their legs usually because of uncomfortable

sensations such as tingling, "pins and needles," prickling, crawling, or pain. In

some cases, they may not feel any unpleasant sensations but still feel the urge to

move their legs or arms.

You most likely have RLS if:

• The sensations and the urge to move begin or get worse during periods of

rest or inactivity, such as when sitting or lying down.

• The sensations and the urge to move are partially or totally relieved by

movement.

• Relief may be temporary and only last while you are walking, stretching, or

moving your legs.

• The urge to move your legs and the sensations are worse in the evening or

at night. (Some people may have severe sensations and urges to move their

legs throughout the day and night.)

Remember: It is important to be diagnosed by a doctor if you are suffering from

symptoms which may be RLS.

So, once you know that you have RLS... what can you do next?

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 Chapter Three: Finally, Something That Works!

So, there I was, completely desperate for a solution. My wife and I were on the

brink of divorce and I was a mess. Frankly, I had missed far too many events in

my own life to let it go any further.

And I was really afraid that things would get to the point where my health would

start to severely deteriorate from the insomnia and fatigue, which scared me and

my family more than anything.

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I also did not want to be taking tons of prescription drugs for the rest of my life. I

was previously on Requip and it did help significantly at first but it also came with

a host of horrible side effects, like many prescription medications, all its own.

In my opinion, if you decide to start taking Requip, Mirapex, or any other related

drug for your RLS symptoms, it just means that you are trading one set of

symptoms and health problems for another. It starts a vicious cycle of

dependence, augmentation, and withdrawal. Many of you have already

experienced the blessing and the curse these medications can be. All I can say is

be informed and take caution.

So after this bout of depression set in and my life began a downward spiral I hit

the library and started doing research. I was really hoping to find a solution that

did not involve harmful drugs, and that one made sense to me.

Here is what I found, and it has worked wonders for me. The first two steps are

the main method and the last two are extra steps that I took to make sure I attacked

RLS at full force.

While experiencing a flare-up I took:

1. 250mg supplement of Magnesium daily. I know you may have heard this

before but I strongly urge you to take it in conjunction with my other

suggestions below. Magnesium is an important mineral that promotes the

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 healthy functioning of our body. It is vital for many biochemical processes

in the body. Magnesium is stored in all body tissues.

How magnesium benefits the whole body:

- It plays an important role in ensuring the healthy growth and maintenance of

bones and teeth;

- It is essential for a healthy heart. It not only helps the body to stabilize the

rhythm of the heart but also plays a vital role in preventing abnormal blood

clotting in the heart;

- It helps to maintain normal blood pressure;

- It is essential for a healthy nervous system. It plays an important role in the

transmission of nerve impulses;

- It is crucial in helping the body muscles to relax and function properly. It is

highly beneficial for relieving stiff muscles and hence recommended for

fibromyalgia patients;

- It promotes a healthy immune system;

- By maintaining blood sugar levels it helps the body prevent and manage

diabetes;

- It is an important element in energy metabolism and protein synthesis;

- It can help in preventing gallstones;

- It is imperative for repairing and sustaining healthy body cells;

- It has also been found useful in treating prostate related health problems in men.

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A word of caution: both magnesium deficiency and too much excess can cause

harm. Some diuretics can cause negative interactions with magnesium and are

known to cause the depletion of magnesium. However, magnesium-containing

antacids and laxatives can inadvertently lead to excessive magnesium

consumption. Stick to a 250mg per day supplement plus eat foods rich in

magnesium and you will get just the right amount your body needs.

2. Empty your bladder completely before going to bed. This might sound

simple but it is essential for RLS sufferers. It's best if you don't strain your

muscles to empty your bladder completely. Instead, after you have

finished, stand up or shift your position, wait a minute or two, and then sit

down again. You will find that you can empty your bladder a little more

than you initially felt you could. This method, called double voiding, helps

ensure that you don't have any residual urine in your bladder after a trip to

the bathroom. Studies have shown that the little bit of urine left in your

bladder at night can cause an RLS sufferers symptoms to be worse. Excess

urine in the bladder will tickle nerves in the lower extremities sending

signals throughout your central nervous system, causing the need to move.

I know this might seem a little far-fetched but I will tell you this, I tried it

and it worked wonders! I highly suggest you give this a try and as I think

you will see that it will greatly reduce your urge to move during the night.

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 3. (30c) of Rhus Toxicodendron (“Rhus Tox”) daily. This will stop the

overwhelming restlessness that makes you want to constantly change

position, or get up and pace the room at night. Rhus Tox is an herb for

people who feel extremely apprehensive when trying to fall asleep and who

are unable to stay in bed so it works great for RLS sufferers such as us. If

you have a tendency toward stiffness and soreness in many joints and

muscles that seem to feel better from both warmth and motion, then Rhus

Tox will definitely be beneficial to you because it will counteract those

symptoms letting you relax and feel comfortable.

Here are the medical definitions on what Rhus Tox is and how it works. Rhus Tox

is a natural supplement for nervous irritation and nervous tension. Its range of

application is wide but distinct. Acting primarily and most pronouncedly upon the

nervous system, it proves secondarily an ideal sedative to control excited

circulation. It relieves irritative conditions of the brain and sympathetic nervous

system. It is a remedy best adapted for infants, young children, adolescents, and

for those in the prime of manhood and womanhood.

PLEASE NOTE: When taking a homeopathic remedy such as Rhus Tox, it

recommended that you do not use peppermint products, coffee, or alcohol.

These products may cause the remedy to be ineffective.

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Possible Reactions:

The only side effects are individual aggravations that may occur with any other

homeopathic remedies. What types of aggravations are these? Usually none at all!

I have yet to meet anyone who has suffered any terrible side effects from using

any type of homeopathic remedy and that same goes for this one as well.

4. Rooibos Tea – 1 cup (steep for 10 minutes) before bedtime will reduce

spasms and induce sleep. It will also stop generalized pain and

inflammation. Rooibos tea is a caffeine free African red tea that is packed

with antioxidants. It is low in tannins which will not hinder the absorption

of iron that is essential for RLS sufferers.

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Now, for those of you who find it extremely difficult to sleep at night I want to

suggest the California poppy with Corydalis. Together these two natural

ingredients will stop muscle spasms, relive pain and induce sleep. Often, this is

used as a natural substitute for prescription sleeping pills.

PLEASE USE CAUTION: Corydalis should not be used during pregnancy.

Continuous use of corydalis may result in tolerance and may also lead to a cross-

tolerance to morphine. Anyone who already uses any type of a sleeping aid,

especially a barbiturate, should be careful of the additive effects of sleeping pills

and corydalis.

Other Recommendations:

In order to increase your chances of success in curing your RLS I suggest you

avoid white bread/white flour, caffeine and alcohol products, especially wine. If

possible, it may also help to stay away from antidepressants, antihistamines, cold

and sinus medicine, antipsychotic medicine, and certain antinausea drugs

(metoclopramide or prochlorperazine). Taking products that contain these

ingredients may make your symptoms worse. Your doctor needs to know what

medicines you are taking in order to rule them out as a cause of your symptoms.

Final Notes:

If symptoms do not improve after the recommended time period, consult your

homeopath or healthcare practitioner.

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Do not exceed the recommended dose of any natural products before consulting

with your homeopath or healthcare practitioner.

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 Chapter Four: Relief for Everyone

As a little bonus I added the following section which I compiled while doing my

research for my cure. The already mentioned steps above worked wonders for me

and I am sure they will work wonders for you as well but I wanted to throw in

some additional helpful information in case you need it as well.

The following are suggested natural products for people with specific RLS

symptoms. For the proper dosing directions please refer to the beginning of

Chapter 6: More Helpful Tips.

Aconitum Napellus: If you are very anxious and tend to panic, this remedy may

be especially soothing for you. It is also good if you experience tingling or

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shooting pains in the legs, and your nervous system is very agitated. Aconitum

Napellus is for the type of person who is unable to relax and fall asleep — or the

sleep you do get is distressing and full of fearful dreams.

Arsenicum Album: A person who needs this remedy feels simultaneously restless

and exhausted, with feelings of weakness, heaviness, and trembling in the legs.

Cramping and burning sensations may also be experienced. Anxiety and a feeling

of insecurity may be pronounced. People who need Arsenicum are often deeply

chilly and improved by warmth.

Causticum: This natural substance can be helpful if a person has restless legs

with sensations of burning and aching, and cramps in the calves and feet.

Symptoms are worse in bed at night and often improve with warmth. People who

should use Causticum often have a tendency toward chronic problems with

muscles and tendons, contractures, and muscle weakness. They are often very

sensitive to other people’s feelings, and are prone to nervous stress.

Ignatia: This remedy is indicated for sensitive, nervous individuals with a

tendency toward twitching and spasms in the muscles. Please try this if your legs

and arms often jerk as you fall asleep, and your sleep is extremely light. If you

frequently sigh and yawn, burst into tears or laugh unexpectedly this might be for

you. People with problems brought on by grief or emotional stress often respond

to this remedy.

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Sulphur: A good remedy if you experience a drawing feeling in the legs, with

burning sensations and restlessness. It works well if your legs and feet heat up

during sleep, and you are the type of person who throws the covers off, or

constantly moves your legs to find a cooler spot. Jerking, twitching, and talking

during sleep with frequent waking, are other indications for Sulphur.

Zincum metallicum: When restlessness in the legs is distressing and extreme, this

remedy may be indicated. If you feel a constant need to move your legs, both at

night and in the daytime (although night is usually worse), and your arms may be

involved. Use this when your sleep is very agitated, with frequent starts and

jerking. People who need this remedy are usually excitable and talkative, with

active thoughts—although nervous over-stimulation and loss of sleep can

eventually lead to exhaustion or depression. Alcohol, especially wine, can

aggravate the symptoms.

Do you know why doctors don’t prescribe any of these substances mentioned

above? Because they are natural herbs that are easy to obtain in any health food

store which means there is no prescription needed for it. Why wouldn’t doctors

recommend it? They get a lot of their money from pharmaceutical companies for

recommending prescription drugs.

Now I am not saying that all these prescription drugs do not work.

However it is pretty obvious that pharmaceutical companies have no reason to

encourage studies on herbs that grow abundantly and can be plucked out of the

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ground or off a tree, and that are not regulated by the Food and Drug

Administration so they do not require a prescription.

There is no profit in it for the pharmaceutical companies. In a nutshell, alternative

drugs and medicines which have huge potential often never get discovered

because pharmaceutical companies - the ones who have the money to pay for

clinical trials - have no reason to develop them.

It’s actually surprising that there has been as much research as there has been on

many of these extracts and natural herbal remedies.

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 Chapter Five: Your Diet and How It Effects RLS

While I was recovering from my RLS flare-ups and taking the Rhus Tox and the

supplements that I talked about, I ate a special diet. I wanted to make sure that I

did not irritate and inflame my muscles and I wanted to give my body a chance to

heal.

Say YES to:

• Foods rich in potassium, such as dried apricots, bananas, avocados,

potatoes.

• Calcium from milk products, leafy vegetables such as broccoli, sardines,

almonds and Brazil nuts.

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 • More magnesium, which is found in many fruit and vegetables, whole

grains, lentils and brown rice. Some food sources of magnesium are wheat

germ, almonds, buckwheat flower, cooked beans, Brazil nuts, peanuts,

pecans and brewer's yeast.

* The cold and flu supplement Airborne is also a great way to get a lot of

magnesium and boost your immune system at the same time. I cannot tell you

why it worked so well but I have had many friends with RLS that have claimed

that when other magnesium supplements did not work, Airborne worked wonders

for them. Why? Who knows, but hey if it works I’m sure not going to complain

about it!

Another important tip:

Go to the doctor and get a food allergy test. This will help you to find out if you

are allergic to any foods which might trigger your RLS. Many, many people are

lactose intolerant and have no idea. If you are allergic to any foods than you can

eliminate them from your diet and further reduce your chances of having

symptoms flare up in the future. Not only for RLS but many other health issues

could be caused by an unknown food allergy and it’s amazing how many people

have no idea what foods they are allergic to. Even if you have been tested in the

past you should always stay current because your body has a way of developing

dislikes to certain foods you tend to enjoy.

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Another (and free!) way to check for food allergies is to use the pulse test:

First, take your pulse for a full minute before you get of bed in the morning

(normal resting pulse is between 60 an 80 beats per minute). Write your pulse rate

down on a piece of paper.

Then take your pulse again right before eating any food which you might be

allergic to. Write your pulse rate down.

Eat that food, and don’t eat anything else for one hour.

Also, do not exercise or do anything else that might cause your pulse rate to shoot

up during this time.

Take your pulse after 30 minutes. Write it down. Then, take it again after 60

minutes. Write it down.

If your pulse rate increases more than 10 to 15 beats or goes over 85 after eating

that specific type of food there is a very good chance that you are allergic to that

food.

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 Chapter Six: More Helpful Tips

Homeopathy Dosage Directions:

*To use these dosage directions, you will need to refer to the directions on the

side of the natural herb that you are taking.

Select the remedy that most closely matches the symptoms that you are

experiencing. In conditions where self-treatment is appropriate, unless otherwise

directed by a physician, a lower potency (6X, 6C, 12X, 12C, 30X, or 30C) should

be used. In addition, instructions for use are usually printed on the label.

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Many homeopathic physicians suggest that remedies be used as follows: Take one

dose and wait for a response. If improvement is seen, continue to wait and let the

remedy work. If improvement lags significantly or has clearly stopped, another

dose may be taken. The frequency of dosage varies with the condition and the

individual. Sometimes a dose may be required several times an hour; other times

a dose may be indicated several times a day; and in some situations, one dose per

day (or less) can be sufficient.

If no response is seen within a reasonable amount of time, select a different

remedy.

Eat a healthy high fiber diet and drink at least 8 glasses of water every day.

Dehydration causes numerous health problems, including lightheadedness, and

fatigue. And finally, make sure that you exercise at least 3 times a week. Walk

your dog one block further or get on the treadmill and walk for a half hour while

watching your favorite TV episode, it’s not hard I promise.

Hydrotherapy:

Before sleeping, take a ten minute hot footbath to draw blood out toward your

limbs and away from your head. If you need to relax, take a hot bath – but make

sure it is at least 2 hours before bedtime. Otherwise, your body temperature will

be too high to allow for a good nights sleep.

Aromatherapy:

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Essential oils can have a dramatic relaxing effect. Many can help you get to sleep,

but lavender, neroli, chamomile, and ylang ylang are some of the best. Add some

to a bath or a massage, or sprinkle a few drops on your pillow. You might also

like to add the oil to a diffuser in your bedroom.

Marjoram is another sleep inducing oil that has the added benefits of warming and

relaxing the muscles. You can use it in any of the previous preparations, but it is

most effective in a bath or massage. Lavender sachets are another time-honored

sleep aid. Tuck one under your pillow for all night insomnia relief.

Passionflower is a great tea that you can substitute for the African red tea, Rooibos

that I mentioned previously and swear by. If you cannot find it in your grocery

store look for passionflower in tea or capsule form. 500mg or 1-2ml a half hour

before bedtime should do just fine. Passionflower is a great sleep aid that relaxes

the nervous system and does not cause drowsiness in the morning.

I hope that all of the information in this ebook is as helpful for you as it was for me. I

feel confident that the things that I have discovered and shared with you here are

going to make a positive difference in your life.

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Thank you all so much and good luck!

Good night and pleasant dreams!

Robert Campbell

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