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Fainting is the sudden, temporary loss of consciousness due to a lack of oxygen to the brain. Fainting is not a condition itself, but rather a symptom of something else going on in the body. Many conditions can cause a person to faint, including heart problems, seizures, panic attacks, hypoglycemia and blood pressure problems. Although fainting usually occurs in conjunction with a medical condition, a perfectly healthy person can faint, as well.
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Causes of fainting include overstimulation of the vagus nerve (which helps to control breathing and blood circulation); severe pain; stress; fear; hunger; standing up suddenly after sitting for a long time. People with drastic changes in blood pressure can also experience fainting. Fainting is often a symptom of a number of medical conditions including: Diseases of the autonomic nervous system Diseases that interfere with blood pressure and heart rate, like diabetes, alcoholism and malnutrition. Heart problems that affect blood flow to the brain, such as arrhythmia and blood clots Conditions that affect the stimulation of particular nerves Hyperventilation
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Symptoms of fainting differ depending on the origin of the problem. A person who is about to faint may experience one or more of these common pre-fainting symptoms: dizziness sweating weakness headache blurred vision black out vertigo tinnitus nausea vomiting shortness of breath incontinence
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A person who is prone to fainting should identify his fainting triggers and work to avoid those triggers. Be sure to eat regularly, stand up slowly and drink plenty of fluids. Watch for warning signs of fainting, such as nausea, dizziness and sweating, and sit down to avoid falling. If fainting becomes frequent, see a doctor for a medical evaluation.
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Peppermint Oil can revive a fainting victim when placed under the nose of the unconscious person.
Ginger and Licorice can increase circulation when taken in tea form.
Basil, taken in tea form, is recommended for people who suffer from fainting spells.
REFERENCES: Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Edition, Phyllis Balch, CNC; James F. Balch, M.D. - - - - - - - - - - - - Back to Top - - - - - - - - - - - -
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