I have a condition known as hyperhidrosis and I am thinking about some alternativ e treatments help?

Question

Sage is documented as a natural may to treat excessive sweating. What dosage and taken how often? Any recommendation on the brand or type of pills to take?

Hypnosis? I can find no documentation if this would be a waste of time!

Answer 1

I have never used Sage before but stress can cause a vast array of symptoms and can do some terrible things to your body if you let it.

A deficiency in vitamin B12 will produce symptoms such as excessive sweating, numbing and tingling and prickling sensations in the outer extremities ie ~ hands and feet, arms and legs,  fatigue and exhaustion, chest pains and heart palpitations, dizzy spells, fainting and loss of balance, excessive urination and dry mouth, nausea and vomiting, headaches and migraines, depression, insomnia and constipation, irritability and moodiness and an inability to think clearly ....Quite scary actually if you don't realise the vitamin factor.

If you've been under a lot of stress lately this will cause the loss of your precious B complex of vitamins.

Eat more foods rich in vitamin B12 ie: organ meats such as lambs fry and kidneys, fish and eggs.

Without sufficient vitamin B12 in your body any iron you ingest will never be assimilated properly, so increase your intake of iron also as well if you aren't already eating enough iron rich foods................. if you are having dizzy spells, excessive feelings of being cold, nasty headaches and fatigue and exhaustion as well then these are symptoms of iron deficiency which can be brought about through lack of sufficient B12, B6, calcium & vitamin D in your system.

The RDI/RDA for iron , according to the National Research Council, is 10 - 15mg per day for adults ...... ♥

foods rich in iron are ~ pork, red meat, clams, dried peaches, egg yolks, oysters, nuts, beans, asparagus, blackstrap molasses and oatmeal.

Vitamin C rich foods eaten in conjunction with iron rich foods will increase the absorption rate of the iron.

ie ~ citrus fruits such as lemons, limes and oranges (or juices), leafy and green vegies, tomatoes and potatoes, red and green peppers.

If you are lactose intolerant or vegetarian then it is really important that you supplement your diet with a multi B complex tablet (or liquid, which would be the easiest for your body to assimilate) on a daily basis and ensure that you get enough iron on a daily basis.

Things that will rob you of your precious B complex of vitamins are :- stress, eating too much protein, alcohol, eating too much tinned food, laxatives and diuretics, antiobiotics, antidepressants, penicillin, prednisone and aspirin, otc cold and flu medicines.

Also, try to cut back on drinks such as caffeine, tea, sodas and soft drinks as they are all B complex thieves........ as well as being great at dehydrating you.

Take a multi B complex tablet including all the B's ie: B1, B2 B3, B5, B6 and B12 as they work best synergistically (together)....... do not take any of the B complex of vitamins individually, but rather as a whole complex, unless specifically instructed to by a nutritionally oriented physician or naturopath.

The B complex of vitamins is essential for healthy neural, digestive and immune system functioning and will help to bolster your system to better deal with the daily helping of stress we are all exposed to at some level.

The B complex of vitamins is a water soluble complex and as such our bodies can neither store or produce them. Therefore we need to ingest them on a daily basis or suffer the consequences as you unfortunately are.

A good way to check if you are anaemic is to pull down the lower lid of your eyelids and check the coloring of the skin there. if it is pink or reddish then you are healthy, if it is pasty and pale then you are more than likely anaemic.

if you are drinking caffeinated beverages within an hour of eating your meals then you are more than likely inhibiting your iron absorption.

When you take your daily B complex please be aware that vitamin B12 needs vitamin B6 (included in a multi supplement B complex), calcium and vitamin D to be effectively absorbed.......... vitamin D is known as the sunshine vitamin, so simply get 10 - 15 minutes per day of safe sun exposure and calcium rich foods are ~ leafy and green vegies,  sardines, kale, broccoli, collard greens, salmon and tuna ...... salmon and tuna are cold water fishes which are also a rich source of vitamin D & magnesium (known as the antistress mineral) which is probably another thing you need to focus on as well ~ your stress levels. Quite a handfull of information here ........ sorry it's a bit long winded but you need to know all this.......... other foods rich in magnesium ... which is needed for healthy nerve and muscle functioning and for heart health are wholegrain cereals and breads and organic nuts and seeds (organic to avoid the nasty sulfites and chemicals they use to "preserve" the commercial varieties which may upset sensitive bodies)......... chow down on foods rich in magnesium to relieve stress, migraines and also help alleviate constipation and acid tummy issues.

When our bodies are placed under added stress such as sickness, relationship dramas, new job, school studies, boring jobs or just daily life really, the B complex of vitamins are usually the first group to get used up and we therefore need to adjust our intake accordingly.

When you are getting any stress related symptoms or any of the above mentioned symptoms simply take another B tablet. As they are water soluble our bodies will simply excrete any excess in our urine.

Drink loads of fresh filtered water too as the happiest and healthiest body will always be the most hydrated one.

hope this helps a bit

peace 2 u

Answer 2

I tried cutting back salt and drinking only water (no soda, juice, tea) unfortunately that didn't work. I used to use Drysol on my hands and feet at night, but as I get older it stopped working. However, it does work very well on my armpits after I shave. I am currently on the generic drug for Redinol (not sure on spelling). It does dry my eyes and mouth a bit, but it's not severe enough to stop using it. It has totally changed my life. I can now wear open toe shoes! Good luck with your hyperhidrosis!

P.S. If natural treatments fail see a dermatologist. My first dermatologist would not prescribe Redinol so I went to a dermatologist who specialized in HH and she prescribed it.

Also, after seeing a thoracic surgeon (wanting to have ETS) I had Botox injections done by a plastic surgeon. I only had my left hand done and I had a lidocaine block into my wrist. The block was extremely painful, more so than the 23 Botox injections. But I don't know if the Botox works or if it's the Redinol. I have been on Redinol a week from Monday.

Answer 3

Have you talked to a doctor about Ditropan XL? It is an oral drug that has helped some significantly. Some people also get Botox to disable the sweat glands, however you can get overheated easier with this option and it only lasts about 10 months.

There are also some surgeries that thoracic surgeons perform endoscopically.

Answer 4

My grandfather had the same problem and tried all sorts of remedies to no avail. Finally he moved to Northern Alaska and though has not been cured tells me the condition is under reasonable control.

Answer 5

Hyperhidrosis is a fairly common disorder shared by millions across the world. By definition, Hyperhidrosis is the excessive sweating of the head, face, hands, feet and armpits no matter the temperature or conditions.

The sweating is erratic, unpredictable and uncontrollable. You do have some options.

To stop the excessive sweating try:

1. Drysol

Drysol is a prescription deodorant that works wonders for underarm, hand and foot sweating. Apply it to your hands, feet, armpits or anywhere else you sweat at night before bed. You only need to apply it once a day - it's not like regular deodorant. This stuff is Clinical Strength. Beware of irritation with Drysol. You may have to take a day or two off from this treatment if your skin gets too dry, sensative or red with a rash.

2. Drink more water to lower your body temperature.

A lot of people are confused by this solution. They think if they drink more water, it will give them that much more fluid to sweat out. This is totally incorrect. Drinking more water cools your core temperature and will alleviate some of the excessive sweating. Of course now you'll need to worry about all those bathroom breaks. :)

3. Drink Green Tea or Sage Tea at night

Tea contains an astringent property which will dry out oils and prevent excess moister from escaping the skin. It essentially drys you from the inside out.

In addition to helping your complexion, green tea will neutralize many of the toxins that create the pungent odor in sweat. By the way, that odor is caused by bacteria that treats your sweat as a breeding ground. Gross!

4. Try Certain Dri (non-prescription deodorant)

You can buy this one at most pharmacies. Certain dry is a little less abrasive than Drysol so you won't need to worry as much about irritation. It is however a little less strong. You'll want to gauge your level of Hyperhidrosis by first trying Certain Dri. If your sweating continues, upgrade to Drysol and that should do the trick.

5. Avoid spicy foods, alcohol and caffeine

Don't underestimate the power of your diet. Onions, Garlic, Curry, Coffee and a whole host of other ingredients are powerful triggers for hyperhidrosis sweating. Cut out some of these cultprits and see gradual but noticeable results. Add leafy greens and tea into your diet for a positive effect on sweating. Changing your diet will really cut out the spontaneous sweating from your daily lunch breaks.

6. Try Iontophoresis treatments.

This is more of a phase 3 solution. Try the clinical deodorants and diet fixes first. However, there is a treatment called Iontophoresis where you place your hands and feet into bowls or plates. The plates are filled with mineral water. Connected to the plates is an Iontophoresis electromagnetic device. Gentle electic pulses are distributed through mineral water. The minerals bond and temporarily change the nature of your sweat pores to block the sweat. This treatment works well. You can learn about it through the Source link I've provided below.

7. Try a Sage Tea Soak

There's something called a Sage Tea solution what you do is...

a. Buy Sage Tea from your supermarket

b. Fill a large bowl with room temperature water

c. Put the sage tea bags in the bowl and let the tea dissolve a bit.

d. soak your hands for 15 minutes in the bowl.

Sage Tea will act as an astringent to dry the skin and prevent excessive sweating for many days to follow.

Don't just do this soak one day. Do it everyday for 5 days straight (15 minutes at a time) and you'll see great results.

If your hands tan from the tea, just wash them in the sink with antibacterial soap. The residue will come off easily.

8. ETS (Endoscopic Thorasic Surgery)

If the sweating is bad enough, some people will opt towards ETS (Endoscopic Thorasic Surgery). This is, however, a LAST resort. I recommend you try everything else possible before opting towards surgery. You can speak with your Dermatologist to find out more.

CHECK OUT THE SOURCE LINK BELOW FOR MORE TIPS ON TREATING EXCESSIVE  SWEATING...

Best of Luck!

Answer 6

There is an acupuncture point I have used frequently on patients with this condition. Simply rub the point 3 times per day for a week. You can see a photo of this point at the following link.

http://www.tcmhealthbc.com/imgs/Hand_Acu...

Best wishes

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Answer 7

I have a friend that has this and she's on a prescription pill that works really well...I know it's not an "alternative method" but it works...Sorry I don't know the name of it though.  But I would think that staying cold all the time would work...so crank up the air conditioner...

Answer 8

Homeopathy can absolutely help, both in conditions of excess sweat or absence of perspiration.

My background is in herbs, which can cause other side effects. Homeopathy is a better solution you might not know about.

The remedy you need depends upon you "constitutional" symptoms. Hyperhidrosis is beyond self-help care (otherwise, you can bet the medical profession would offer homeopathy). Few people understand that homeopathy is the philosophy, not the remedy, so you'd need to contact a certified homeopath, who would talk with you for an hour or two to understand why you sweat more than needed to regulate body temp, then research and recommend a remedy that will restore balance (and cure the underlying cause of hyperhidrosis). In N. America, http://www.homeopathicdirectory.com. Worldwide, homeopaths are otherwise pretty available.