Q: In one of the past newspaper articles, I saw a remedy which might help essential tremor. I didn’t write down the ingredients but now need it. I think it was something like grape seed and B50. I would appreciate your letting me know the correct ingredients for this problem.
A: Essentially tremor, also known as benign essential tremor is a nervous symptoms disorder that causes rhythmic shaking. It most often affects the hands but can occur in any part of the body such as the arms, legs, head and voice. The condition is progressive, worsening over time, but it isn’t generally a cause for concern and isn’t the result of an underlying disease such as Parkinson’s.
The primary difference between essential tremor and Parkinson’s tremor is that essential tremor worsens during movement, whereas Parkinson’s tremors worsen during rest. Parkinson’s also causes other signs that aren’t present with essential tremor, such as a shuffling gait, slow movement, stooped posture, and more.
Essential tremor is more common in those middle aged or older. There is also an inherited variety which is passed from parent to child. Only one copy of the defective gene is needed in order to develop this form, so if a parent has this, there is a 50% chance of developing it as well.
Mild symptoms don’t need treatment but those with severe tremor or having difficulty working or performing everyday tasks due to the tremor, treatment may be beneficial. Medication such as beta-blockers, tranquilizers, Botox, and anti-seizure medications may be recommended. Physical therapy may reduce symptoms and improve muscle control and coordination. Those with severe tremor that is debilitating may benefit from deep brain stimulation. This is, of course, a major surgery involving the brain and should only be used as a last resort for those in whom other options have failed and in which quality of life is diminished.
The home remedy of which you are writing is grape seed extract (100 mg) and vitamin B50 (50 mcg). ((add in frequency as I don’t have the health report for reference)).
If you are experiencing a tremor, it is vital that you speak to your physician before starting any treatment to determine if it is the result of essential tremor, Parkinson’s or another neurological disorder.
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