A good model is an construction that agrees with most of the known facts and have predictive power.
The model provides a filter thru which various probiotics, supplements, antibiotics etc may be filtered. The yield is a list of items that are candidates worth trying.
As a FYI, I had a conversation with a bed-ridden, almost ready to be moved into a care facility person yesterday, and suggestion (to always be discussed with a very knowledgable health professional before starting was):
The following is my suggestion for starting with a person with severe CFS who have to self-nurse themselves.
Teas (Easier than pills) -- Tea bag or loose tea are listed below. These are antimicrobials against the species usually high in CFS.
- Three cups a day of neem tea [ongoing]
- Three cups a day of tulsi tea [ongoing]
Vitamins
Probiotics