Doug
I have read that there are a number of herbs that may counteract the degeneration of the muscles that are the characteristic symptom of Lou Gehrig's disease including ginger, cayenne, cinnamon, chaparral, periwinkle and goldenseal root which can be found in the spice section of a grocery or health food store. Have you heard about this? It is important that you never begin taking any herbal remedy without first consulting with your doctor.
I also have read that the best herbs available to repair the nerves are valerian root, chamomile, cinnamon, kava kava, passionflower and blue vervain. These are available in health food stores. A doctor can tell you what to use and how to use it.