A: AILMENTS, DANGERS, INFO

>Digestive Bitters, >Zinc 50mg/one-meal/da, B vitamins from >Rice Bran, >TMG, >BetaineHCl
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_Acid reflux is usually due to a lack of stomach acid, which leads to an overgrowth of stomach yeast. When we are younger our acids produce sufficient stomach acid to control yeast growth. As we age though, stomach acidity naturally declines. This helps explain why as we age we develop more nutritional deficiencies, and get more frequent heartburn [since acids are needed to digest nutrients].
... Overgrowth of yeast in the stomach leads to heartburn due to fermentation from the yeast. This fermentation leads to the production of carbon dioxide gas, which creates the bloating. The gas also produces pressure on the lower esophageal sphincter (LES) muscle at the upper end of the stomach. Like other muscles this muscle can get tired. When the LES tires out from fighting the pressure the LES relaxes allowing the gas to escape up the esophagus. As the gas goes up the esophagus traces of stomach acid are carried with it causing the heartburn.
... when taking antibiotics, women can develop vaginal yeast infections. The reason for this is that the >flora that inhabit the vaginal cavity produce lactic acid to maintain slightly acidic tissues, which yeast cannot grow in. Since the antibiotics kill these bacteria, they also lead to a shift in the pH of the tissues to the alkaline side leading to an overgrowth of yeast. If the stomach becomes too alkaline the yeast can come up from the intestines in to the stomach increasing fermentation and [acid] reflux.
- There are several things that can be done. In Europe digestive >bitters are very popular for treating heartburn. These are bitter tasting herbs, usually sold in liquid form since they must come in to contact with the tongue to work. Bitters work by stimulating the bitter receptors on the back of the tongue. This in turn stimulates a nerve, known as the vagus nerve. This in turn increases the production of stomach acid, bile secretion and pancreatic enzyme secretion. Bitters also have a cleansing effect on the liver, and the bile increasing effects make it useful for dissolving cholesterol based gallstones. Since bitters do cleanse the liver, it is important to drink a lot of water throughout the day when using them.
- >Zinc can also help since it is a catalyst for the formation of hydrochloric acid for the stomach. The recommended dose is 50mg daily with a large meal.
- B vitamins are also essential for the formation of stomach acid. It is best to get these from foods such as >rice bran, >oat bran, >watercress, >seaweeds, or >nutritional yeast. Otherwise a >B50 complex twice daily with meals can be used.
- >Trimethyl glycine (TMG) can also be used to increase stomach acid formation. TMG is a strong methyl donor. Methylation is required for the production of many substances in the body including stomach acid, neurotransmitters, hormones, etc.
- The final option is >betaine HCl, derived from beet leaves. Betaine HCl is very acidic, with a pH of 1. So it needs to be taken with food already in the stomach. Although, I do not believe in substituting for the body's own job long term since it can become dependent on the substitution. So Betaine HCl is best used occasionally.
- Caffeine, nicotine and mints should be avoided by people with chronic GERD as these can relax the LES causing more reflux.
- Hiatal hernias can also increase the risk of reflux by constricting the stomach
- The whole liver flush thing using olive oil, lemon juice and magnesium is a fraud. Those soft, green squishy balls are not really gallstones but rather saponified oil ("soap stones") and cholesterol-sterol complexes formed between the ingredients in the "flush" and the bile in the intestines. If real gallstones are present these [so-called] "flushes" can force a real gallstone in to the bile ducts. If the stone gets lodged in the ducts this can lead to pancreatitis and can require emergency surgery.
- The stomach has to reach a certain acidic pH to release its contents. So reducing acidity would also slow gastric emptying.

__ACNE, OR CYST

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_[Use thyme tincture.] See http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2012/03/120327215951.htm
_"Researchers from Leeds Metropolitan University tested the effect of thyme, marigold and myrrh tinctures on Propionibacterium acnes -- the bacterium that causes acne by infecting skin pores and forming spots, which range from white heads through to puss-filled cysts. The group found that while all the preparations were able to kill the bacterium after five minutes exposure, thyme was the most effective of the three. What's more, they discovered that thyme tincture had a greater antibacterial effect than standard concentrations of benzoyl peroxide -- the active ingredient in most anti-acne creams or washes."
_You can make a tincture from the leaf. It is pretty simple to do. Put some of the herb in to a glass jar. Cover the herbs with enough alcohol to cover them by about an inch. You can either use an alcohol like vodka or, since this will be external use only, you can also get by with rubbing alcohol. Put some wax paper over the mouth of the jar if you have metal lid so the alcohol does not contact the metal. Put the lid on and seal it well. Shake the jar several times a day for about 2 weeks. Then strain the liquid from the leaves. That's it.
_To use moisten a cotton ball and gently scrub the problem areas a few times a day. The thyme extract will kill the bacteria that causes the acne.
_Powders can be used to make tinctures as well. The only differences are that you should only cover the powder with about a half of alcohol and shake the jar more often per day to keep the powder from settling and compacting.
_Thyme essential oil [can also be used, instead of tincture]. ... Try mixing the thyme oil in ... coconut oil, which is a surfactant in itself and will help strip the skin sebum.

__ADD/ADHD

_My first choice would be the herb periwinkle (Vinca minor) to increase brain ATP levels. Take it with something that retains moisture such as seaweeds or yucca root powder to help prevent constipation by the periwinkle, since it dries the intestines.
_Next would be EPA/DHA, which is a fish oil concentrate. {I think salmon or sardines are better.}
_Lecithin granules are also great for proper brain function.
_A few other herbs that really help with the nervous system including the brain are juniper berry, rosemary and gotu kola.

__ADRENAL ISSUES, ADRENAL FATIGUE, LOW ADRENALS, LOW BLOOD PRESSURE

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The adrenals are very important, which is why I am always preaching about not overdoing stimulants, staying away from pharmaceutical steroids and watching stress levels. The adrenals are so critical in maintaining proper immunity, hormones, fluid balance, inflammatory responses, stress responses, energy, etc. ————————— https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1527351#i
_The best way to build up the adrenals is with natural vitamin C, pantothenic acid, and adaptogenic herbs.
_For vitamin C I like papaya, watercress, berries, and kiwis for food sources. Herbal sources include amla, acerola cherry, rosehips, and nettle leaf.
_For pantothenic acid the best source is bee pollen. Nutritional yeast, rice bran, oat bran, nettle leaf and seaweeds are also good choices.
_Some of the best adaptogenic herbs include schisandra berry, Chinese licorice root, astragalus, Siberian ginseng, jiaogulan, and ashwagandha. Nettle leaf and amla berry are also excellent for the adrenals.
_Eighteen Overlooked Symptoms of Adrenal Fatigue
http://curezone.com/forums/am.asp?i=1816874

_Adrenal dysfunction does increase the need for >vitamin C by the adrenals. Since the adrenals get priority of vitamin C over the entire rest of the body this means a lack of vitamin C going to other tissues. Blood vessels are one of the tissues that suffer from the lack of vitamin C leading to a loss of structural proteins, which in turn leads to the varicosing (The loss of collagen causes them to varicose). Foods and herbs high in natural vitamin C can help with the varicose veins. >Papaya, kiwis, berries, acerola, rosehips and amla are all good choices.
_If you are peeing the water out then you absorbed it since the water cannot reach the kidneys without being absorbed.
_Still sounds like an adrenal issue that is affecting your aldosterone levels. That would explain why sodium is causing the water retention while the increased potassium would cause more dehydration.
_Have you tried other >adaptogens to support your adrenals? For example, >licorice root and >schisandra berry? Both of these also support the kidneys.
_The dry eyes and mouth - Hyperthyroidism can cause these.
_Skin is getting softer ... and ... hair is ... beginning to grow back....
_The hair loss would have been from the thyroid as well. But adrenal dysfunction can adversely affect the thyroid.

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_All adaptogens technically reduce cortisol levels. The reason for this is that cortisol is primarily released during times of mental stress, including pain. Adaptogens strengthen the adrenals, which reduces stress responses and reduces inflammation. Therefore the adaptogens help to reduce the over release of cortisol from the adrenals. ... The nutrition your adrenals need [are] Vitamin C and pantothenic acid in particular.
_Nettle leaf is milder, but excellent for so many things in the body. It is also a good vitamin C and B vitamins [energy] source.
>ADAPTOGENS
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_Ashwagandha is known as an adaptogen, a class of herbs that help lower cortisol levels, enhance immune function, and reduce anxiety, insomnia and depression. “Adaptogens are herbs that help the body and mind adapt to physical, emotional and environmental stressors.... Adaptogens work on many body systems at once, including the immune system and nervous system. ... In some cases, they can be energizing (but not necessarily stimulating), and in other cases, they can be calming (but not necessarily sedating)."
_... Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) ... exerts an anti-fatigue effect that increases mental performance, particularly the ability to concentrate, and decreases cortisol response to stress in patients with fatigue syndrome.6 Rhodiola also helped reduce mental fatigue in students during the stressful period of exam week.7
_... Schisandra affords a stress-protective effect against a broad spectrum of harmful factors, and increases endurance and accuracy of movement, mental performance and working capacity.10 Other adaptogens include Asian ginseng, ... eleuthero, ... amla, ... passion flower ... and lycium....
_... Chinese licorice root is calming, while American licorice root is stimulating, i.e. energizing.
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_... I have never used rhodiola. When it first came out many years ago it was several thousand dollars a kilo from the raw material suppliers. ... There are so many great adaptogenic herbs that I knew worked fantastic, such as jiaogulan and schisandra berry, that I saw no reason to pay the excessive price for the rhodiola [but the price is lower now].
_... All adaptogens technically reduce cortisol levels. The reason for this is that cortisol is primarily released during times of mental stress, including pain. Adaptogens strengthen the adrenals, which reduces stress responses and reduces inflammation. Therefore the adaptogens help to reduce the over release of cortisol from the adrenals.

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_Natural sources often have more stability. This includes pantothenic acid, which is why I like pollen for adrenal support. Pollen is the highest herbal source of pantothenic acid. As far as pantethine I do not know of any natural sources.
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_Some of the best herbal B vitamin sources are pollen, seaweeds, gotu kola, watercress, nutritional yeast, rice bran, oat bran and nettle leaf. __LOW ADRENALS, LOW BLOOD PRESSURE - Because taurine can lower blood pressure I would go with glycine instead, which is also inhibitory and treats anxiety. Glycine is also a great healing agent. Recommended dose is 500-1000mg 3 times daily at least 30 minutes before meals.
_Hydrocortisone leads to bone deterioration and since it atrophies the adrenals it can contribute to even more inflammation if you try to go off of it. NSAID pain relievers can contribute to joint deterioration leading to increased pain in the long run. Weak adrenals though can increase inflammation, which is what arthritis is. Arthritis literally means inflammation of the joints. Weak adrenals also adversely affect the immune system contributing to autoimmune conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis. Schisandra berry and jiaogulan would be good choices for adrenal dysfunction.

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_Fixing your adrenals may bring up your energy level. I've previously found info from Sloane on how to fix the adrenals. He said they mainly need Vitamin C and Pantothenic acid. He recommends Amla Berry powder for Vitamin C and Rice bran etc for Pantothenic acid, which is Vitamin B5. If you want to take B5 alone for a while, about 100mg/day with meal should be enough. I've been getting Amla Berry capsules instead of powder. I get the Solaray brand from http://Vitacost.com. I also use cheap Vitacost Vitamin C tablets, because an old study found that its stable in tablet form. But Vitamin C is destroyed easily from heating, high pressure, oxygen, or light. The Amla Vitamin C is 12 times as effective as plain Vitamin C, because it has bioflavinoids etc in it. That's also why Rice bran is more effective than B5 alone. Vitamin C should be taken half an hour before meals, because it's transported in the blood by insulin and if there's glucose, some of the insulin will be used to transport the glucose, and there may not be enough to carry the Vitamin C, so the rest would go to waste.
_Blood vessels need Vitamin C too, but it goes to the adrenals first and whatever is left over goes to the blood vessels. Magnesium malate or citrate softens plaque in the blood vessels and Lecithin granules remove the plaque. The Magnesium also prevents muscle cramps and lowers blood pressure by dilating blood vessels. Other forms of Magnesium Sloane says are useless or harmful, except what's in food & maybe well water.
_Here's a quote from Sloane and a reader in the next post here.
_ADRENALS FOR SOUND SLEEP
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_Try glycine [powder, 1/4 teaspoon half hour before meals; it tastes sweet]. You may also want to give nettle leaf a try before bed. Nettle leaf supports the adrenals, is a good source of chromium and magnesium for blood sugar control, and has a fair amount of protein again to help stabilize blood sugar. Chlorella would also be a good choice as it is about 60% protein for blood sugar control and also helps with metal detoxification.
_[Reader:] I got Shishsandra berry. You had suggested putting a bit in my mouth for 5-10 seconds a few times a week, but how should I take or use it?
_Swallow it after stimulating the taste receptors on the tongue to help support the adrenals. If you tolerate the schisandra then you would benefit by taking it 3 times daily, again to boost the adrenals. Schisandra [preferably powder] is one of the best adaptogens available.
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_Other than the vitamin C and pantothenic acid sources, the adaptogenic herb ashwagandha would help with calming to reduce cortisol and it helps with T4 to T3 conversion in the thyroid. A seaweed like bladderwrack three times daily will also help support the adrenals and the thyroid.
_So, if you have hypothyroid, ashwaganda and bladderwrack should help. I just ordered ashwagandha yesterday from http://starwest-botanicals.com . I think I have mild hypothyroid because I always have cold hands and my body temperature 15 or 20 years ago averaged about 97.6 instead of 98.6.

__**AGING; INFLAMMATION; H: LONGEVITY

_Looks like Gotu Kola may be the best herb for increasing telomere length, which likely increases longevity. See farther below.

_See this post on C15 Dairy Fat for Cell Health: H: C15 DAIRY FAT V. AGING

_HYPERBARIC OXYGEN THERAPY. {This isn't practical, but it’s informative. See after this for more practical remedies.} youtube.com/watch?v=sMtC40HAeoY

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is used for traumatic brain injuries, particularly concussions, CTE (Chronic Traumatic Encephalopathy), post concussion syndrome, and in particular sports, but also stroke, memory impairment, long COVID. These are the generally accepted and paid for conditions for hyperbaric oxygen use, that won't heal. In particular are burns, traumatic infections, gas emboli, even acute hearing loss. And these are generally accepted, payable, reimbursable things. Insurance companies will cover your diabetic ulcer when ready to get an amputation. They've shown in very good studies how hyperbaric oxygen increases telomere length. As we age, our telomeres shorten to the point where the cells are no longer functional and they spew out all sorts of cytotoxins that are deleterious to the body and brain. So they've shown that telomeres actually can be increased and elongated with hyperbaric oxygen therapy. My telomeres were elongated by 100% now (at age 83). In another study they took middle-aged athletes and gave them hyperbaric oxygen therapy and then looked at the muscles for mitochondria, the organelles in every cell of our body that makes energy. And what they found was there was mitochondrial biogenesis, so they became more prolific and more active, meaning more energy, more effectiveness in the operations of of every cell. Their energy level improved. Their cardio pulmonary function also significantly improved. I decided to be a an experiment of one. I went to the Hyperbaric Oxygen Center for three months, five days a week, 2 hours a day. There was clearly an improvement in recall, improvement in my executive function, planning, organizing, mild improvement in attention and mild improvement in processing speed. MRI showed improved blood flow to various parts of my brain. At 40 sessions, there was a precipitous drop in the inflammatory markers that are associated with inflammation. I improved by about 9% in my aerobic and anaerobic capacity. And I was able to finish a triathlon with a 9 or 10% improvement in my time.

{Each 1 hour session of Hyberbaric Oxygen Therapy costs over $100, unless one has insurance for certain conditions. }

_CURCUMIN V. INFLAMMATION. https://naomiw.com/pages/what-causes-inflammation-the-signs-symptoms-natural-solution --6 Warning Signs of Harmful Silent Inflammation: Memory Impairment; Cholesterol Imbalance; Elevated CRP Levels; Aches and Pains; Skin Issues; Digestive Discomfort. The Strong Connection Between Inflammation and Brain Health. Curcumin works better with TRANS-resveratrol.

_GOTU KOLA+. This article "Nutraceutical formulation increases telomere length" at https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10668076/ says in 1 or 2 capsules/kg bw/day of Gotu Kola 9 mg, vitamin C (200 mg as magnesium ascorbate), zinc (5 mg as zinc citrate) and vitamin D3 (50 µg as cholecalciferol) per capsule increased telomere lengths. The same ingredients can be taken separately in capsules, tablets, or powders. I.e.,

_Tips for Lengthening Telomeres: https://www.healthycell.com/blogs/articles/how-to-lengthen-telomeres-with-10-natural-ingredients Reduce Stress; Exercise; Get Enough Sleep; Eat natural Foods That Strengthen Telomeres; Try a Telomere Lengthening Supplement like Cat's Claw. Other key nutrients that may activate telomerase include astragalus root, milk thistle seed, Korean ginseng, and L-citrulline.

__AIDS, HIV, D: HIV TESTING FRAUD

AIDS, PCR https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1852035#i
The fraud of HIV testing https://www.curezone.org/forums/am.asp?i=1545495
HIV is a leukemia virus https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1488842#i
HIV is very easy to eliminate
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HIV is a leukemia virus. Both pau d' arco and andrographis have long histories of effectively dealing with leukemia viruses. I have personally seen several AIDS patients turn around in days by using pau d' arco alone.
_The reason I add chaparral is traditional use of pau d' arco is to add yerba mate', which is a sulfur source. The sulfur increases the antiviral effects of the pau d' arco. But yerba mate' itself is not a very effective antiseptic. Chaparral on the other hand not only supplies the sulfur, but it is also a very strong anti-viral, antibacterial, antifungal, immune stimulant, and is the strongest natural antioxidant I have found. Chaparral also helps to prevent cellular division of cancer cells, which is important since cancers are also a hallmark of AIDS. Therefore, I find chaparral to be a better choice to combine with pau d' arco than yerba mate'.
_The full range antimicrobial and immune stimulatory effects of these herbs is also important for a very simple reason. AIDS is not a disease, it is a syndrome (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome). Syndromes are not diseases, they are groups of symptoms. This means that there is more than one cause of AIDS. In fact HIV cannot cause AIDS under the original definition. The definition was changed to fit the virus after Robert Gallo, who had already been busted for scientific fraud, had lied to the world again by claiming that HIV was the cause of AIDS. As the top scientist for the CDC Gallo was about to embarrass the US government AGAIN, so they had to find some way to cover up Gallo's newest lie. Therefore, the definition of AIDS was expanded to include the drop in CD4 counts, the ONLY thing HIV can do. So why did Gallo lie? Because he held the patent rights on the HIV antibody test. As long as he could convince the world of his lie, he was making a fortune. And the world was looking for an answer at the time, so people readily accepted the HIV/AIDS hypothesis, and the government was not going to admit to covering up Gallo's lie allowing hundreds of thousands to die based on his lie. So the cover up stuck.
_For the above reasons AIDS must be addressed with full range antimicrobials and immune stimulants to address the microbes that can cause AIDS and to counter the AIDS-inducing effects of the drug AZT and its analogues. ————————————__D: HIV TESTING FRAUD - See HEALTH DANGERS at http://l00k.createaforum.com/h/health-2-truth-in-medicine/

__D: ALA

Alpha lipoic acid removes iron from the body and can lead to anemia.

__ALCOHOLISM

>Kudzu root or >glutamine curbs the desire for alcohol.
>Ashwagandha or >gotu kola or the amino acid >glycine taken on an empty stomach helps calmness & sleep.
_Alcohol depletes B vitamins; restore them with >rice bran, >nutritional yeast or >gotu kola. Gotu kola increases blood flow to the brain for better memory & has some antiseptic properties.
_All are best taken on an empty stomach (except rice bran and nutritional yeast).
_Often adrenal fatigue leads to the abuse of alcohol, marijuana, and hard drugs because of the urge to "fix" recurrent hypoglycemia. Take >amla berry caps & >rice bran instead.
_For fatty liver, take >bitters and >lecithin granules 3 Tablespoons/da. For liver support take >(turmeric and/or) >milk thistle seed 4 half teaspoons/da, at least 2 months, then cut back to once or twice a day.
_Alcoholics, vegetarians, and the elderly often need >sublingual B12 supplementation.
_Zinc depletion is frequently seen in alcoholism. The best dietary sources of >zinc are lean meats, liver, eggs, seafood (especially oysters), >Pumpkin seeds, whole grain breads and cereals.
_Their triglycerides are generally elevated. >Fish oil can help as well as >chromium polynicotinate in most cases.
>Gotu kola increases blood flow to the brain for better memory, is a good source of B vitamins, has some antiseptic properties and stimulates collagen and elastin formation.
>Glycine also helps with the healing and formation of tissues.
- https://www.curezone.com/forums/am.asp?i=1865759
_The easiest thing to do is to cleanse the liver with bitters and support it with B vitamins so the liver can do a better job of metabolizing the alcohol.
- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1704797#i
_Yes, kudzu root as well as glutamine will curb the desire for alcohol.
- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1705361#i
_But if we put aside the alcohol question, are there any herbs out there that can boost confident and maybe also calm you down a bit. My mum would really need that as she uses alcohol for that purpose.
_For calming I would use either the herbs ashwagandha or the amino acid glycine. Some people also find gotu kola to be calming. Reducing the anxiety should help with boosting confidence. All of these are best taken on an empty stomach.
By the way alcohol's calming effect is from boosting GABA activity in the brain. GABA is available as a supplement but it is not readily absorbed. Glycine has the same neurotransmitter inhibitor effects as GABA, but is more readily absorbed.
- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1705717#i
_GABA (esp. glycine) actually acts as an antidepressant if a person's GABA levels are low.
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_Low GABA levels have been linked to depression and GABA supplementation has been used to treat depression. Occasional or short term use of alcohol actually has more of a euphoric effect. Alcohol induced depression is seen more in long term use such as alcoholism. Because alcohol depletes B vitamins my guess is that the long term alcohol use is reducing methylation needed to form our neurotransmitters. B vitamins are needed for the formation of the methyl donor SAMe and the B vitamin choline is a stronger methyl donor as well as a component of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. A deficiency of neurotransmitters, including acetylcholine, can cause depression.
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_Zinc depletion is frequently seen in the following conditions: alcoholism, macular degeneration, diabetes, malignant melanoma, liver and kidney diseases, malabsorption syndromes such as celiac sprue, and inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn’s disease. Combine copper with zinc, around 2.5mg copper with 50mg zinc.
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_I mentioned 4 things to counter alcohol: Ashwagandha, gotu kola, GABA and glycine. These are generally safe and some provide additional benefits such as ashwagandha also supports the conversion of T4 to T3 by the thyroid and supports the adrenals. Gotu kola increases blood flow to the brain for better memory, is a good source of B vitamins, has some antiseptic properties and stimulates collagen and elastin formation. Glycine also helps with the healing and formation of tissues. All are best taken on an empty stomach.

__ALLERGY

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_Histamine actually serves a number of purposes in the body. But it can also cause problems in excess such as allergic reactions. Nettle and many other substances are natural antihistamines, but not to the point of countering every last bit of histamine. So these natural antihistamines merely help control over expression of histamine.
_The sterols in nettle are anti-inflammatory, immune supporting and dilate[] blood vessels improving circulation and regulating blood pressure.
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_if your adrenals are healthy the epinephrine released from the adrenals will control histamine levels [and related allergies].
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_People often have underlying allergies that they are not aware of since they cannot be tested for everything. And allergies can come and go so an allergy can develop after testing for allergens. Building the adrenals is not going to hurt anything, it can only help.
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_Allergies stem from poorly functioning adrenals, which leads to less epinephrine (adrenaline) and corticosteroids to counter the reactions from the exposure to allergens. This is why we are all exposed to the same allergens, but we do not all have allergies.
_The role Candida plays is that in its fungal form the Candida can lead to leaky gut. This allows partially dissolved proteins in solutes to enter into the bloodstream where they can trigger off allergic reactions. And unfortunately this can lead to even further weakening of the adrenals.
_[To prevent swelling,] look into quercetin as an alternative to Benadryl (diphenhydramine). Quercetin is a natural antihistamine (and anti-inflammatory) bioflavonoid derived commercially from yellow onion skins. As it breaks down it forms another bioflavonoid called rutin, which strengthens the blood vessels, which can help with swelling during reactions. Look for straight quercetin, not QBC (quercetin, bromelain and vitamin C). I recommend 400-500mg as needed preferably on an empty stomach.
_Steroids can cover up the symptoms, but they will also make your allergies worse by atrophying the adrenals.
_Quercetin counters histamine and leukotrienes.
_Dairy is another common allergen, and allergic responses [to it] could increase inflammation in the intestines increasing the risk of "leaky gut associated" allergies.
_(Quercetin is the best way to end the dependance on nasal sprays too.) https://curezone.com/forums/fm.asp?i=1703516#i And only use a small amount of the nasal sprays as needed if rebound congestion occurs and the quercetin does not clear it up [right away].
_TMG: The methyl donor trimethyl glycine (TMG), derived from beet leaves, helps to reduce histamine by increasing the level of antihistamine epinephrine. And even though TMG helps to increase stomach acidity TMG itself is alkalizing.
_If someone is sensitive to nightshades, salicylates etc there is already some problem with the system since these sensitivities are not normal.

__D: ALLOPATHY

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Sloane said: I left allopathic medicine a long time ago as well because in short they didn't have a clue what they were doing. They were too busy still practicing medicine rather than performing medicine. And you were not allowed to really help people. Even if you knew how to help a cancer or AIDS patient you were not allowed to. You had to stand there and watch them die. So I got fed up and left.

__ALOPECIA

There are various causes of alopecia including autoimmunity. But autoimmune alopecia is rare. Hypothyroidism is a more common cause so you may want to check your thyroid through basal body temperature first.

__ALZHEIMERS

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_>Pantethine helps you clear toxins, boost your adrenal gland function, elevate your mood, clear your head, and is a vital nutrient for the health and well-being of your brain and cardiovascular system.
_BDNF can prevent and reverse Alzheimer’s disease. Pantethine is an ideal nutrient to support BDNF formation2. It supports the adrenal glands as well as overall energy production.
_Perhaps the most interesting new findings on lecithin concern its connection with the functioning of the brain and nervous system.
_The main source of energy for the brain comes from a combination of oxygen and glucose (sugar). For brain cells to function normally they must receive a constant supply of these nutrients. As areas of the brain become more active blood flow into and out of these areas increase.
_In addition to oxygen and glucose, the brain uses chemical compounds known as phospholipids. These phospholipids make up the covering of nerve cells that assist in the transfer of information from cell to cell. Without phospholipids brain cell activity may become abnormal and cause problems in the nervous system.
_Certain diseases like Alzheimer's disease and brain tumors can affect blood flow to the brain and change the way the brain metabolizes phospholipids. In addition to diseases, changes in the brain occur with normal healthy aging.
_Besides being an important factor in controlling cholesterol levels and aiding coronary health, lecithin is involved in a myriad of body functions. Every cell of your body contains lecithin. Lecithin is responsible for maintaining the surface tension of the cell membrane. It therefore controls what goes in and out of each cell, allowing nutrients in, or wastes out. Without enough lecithin, the cell wall hardens, thus not allowing enough nutrients in or wastes out. This means premature aging of cells. The surface tension of the cell maintained by lecithin is also responsible for transmitting nerve impulses and messages through or from the cell.
_Individual isolates are not as effective as products containing all the synergistic compounds. Lecithin contains 4 synergistic phospholipids, not just PC. So I would take lecithin over PC anytime.
_Can amyloid plaque be cleared? Studies indicate that it can be. And there are many other things that can be done to enhance brain function. Lecithin granules are great. Periwinkle raises brain circulation and ATP formation. Gotu kola and gingko biloba increase brain circulation to a lesser extent.
_Vitamin D and curcumin are both very good. I have some saved abstracts on curcumin and beta amyloid:
_I would not worry about the aluminum for several reasons:
1. Aluminum has never been linked to Alzheimer's. It was an assumption based on presence. Now it is believed that calcification may be responsible as one of the hypotheses.
2. Aluminum is so prevalent in the Earth's crust that you are going to be ingesting this same aluminum oxide in about any plant you ingest.
3. Silica has a high affinity for aluminum and helps bind and remove it from the body.

__ANEMIA

- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1864870#i
_X: I also have low-p-iron value 18 and the accepted range is 45-182. What is the best way to raise my iron level, and cure my anemia? I have been eating a vegan diet but the iron from all the greens I eat must not be enough. Do I need to eat some red meat? I may have to moderate my vegan diet and eat some animal products.... suggestions?
_JS: Iron tablets with vitamin C would be your best choice to get your numbers up quicker. There are plant based iron sources, but plant based iron is not as easily absorbed as heme iron. The drawback is that the iron pills can cause constipation. Taking it with some slippery elm or marshmallow root should help with this. [Or flax seed, or other fiber?]
_Some red meat though would also be a good idea for B12 if you are not supplementing B12 since this can become a deficiency in strict vegetarians. And B12 is needed for red blood cell formation.
_X: I have just recently become anemic (in the past two months). I hope that's not long enough to do any damage, if I get it corrected quickly.
_JS: No, you should be fine. Tell you an interesting story. I was doing hematocrit on people once and this one lady came in and I drew her blood up in the capillary tube the blood was literally light pink. I told her right then that she was anemic without even running the hematocrit. And she definitely was. I cannot recall what the exact reading was but it was so low that I could not believe she was still walking around. So the body can be quite resilient.
_X: Do you know of any supplements that could lead to anemia or low iron? I take tons of supplements and worry I might have overdone it or some of the supplements interacted with each other.
_JS: There are a number of things that can contribute to anemia such as drinking coffee or tea, grains, alpha lipoic acid, inositol hexaphosphate (IP6), calcium, any herbs high in oxalates such as rhubarb root or cat's claw and herbs high in tannins such as green tea, oak bark, uva ursi, etc.
_With sudden onset anemia especially it is important to rule out bleeds as well.

__ANEURISM PREVENTION: See also SILICA DEFICIENCY

- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1488409#i
The most important supplements for preventing aneurysm are actually silica and vitamin C with bioflavonoids, especially rutin. Silica is best taken by adding to water as I have discussed previously. As for vitamin C I prefer natural sources as much as possible. Great sources include watercress, papaya, kiwis, berries, amla, acerola cherry and nettle leaf. Watercress and nettle leaf are also great sources for the silica, sulfur and for providing the traces of zinc and copper needed as catalysts.

__D: **ANTICONVULSANTS

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11469670
_Major system toxicities and side effects of anticonvulsants.
_Abstract
_The use of anticonvulsants is expanding in the treatment of bipolar and related disorders. Although they have characteristics in common, the anticonvulsants currently used are quite diverse and vary in their spectrum of activity, quality of supporting evidence, and organ toxicities. Common side effects of anticonvulsants that can limit tolerability but are not physiologically severe include sedation and other cognitive impairments, tremor, and gastrointestinal side effects. Possibly less common, but of more physiologic significance, are effects on body weight and metabolism and dose-related hepatic and hematologic effects. Severe, but rare, toxicities include skin, bone marrow, and hepatic toxicity due to hypersensitivity. The most important aspect of successful management of severe toxicities is early detection, discontinuation of the medicine, and vigorous treatment of the toxicity. Anticonvulsants can also be associated with fetal toxicity, especially neural tube defects. In general, anticonvulsants are well tolerated and their effectiveness greatly outweighs risk or annoyance from side effects, but side effects must be kept in mind when choosing and monitoring treatment.

__ANXIETY

_Anxiety is most often caused from lactate buildup. Although it can also be caused from high epinephrine, low acetylcholine. I recommend ashwagandha and nettle leaf, which both also support the adrenals and thyroid, mixing the herbs in a ratio of 2 parts of ashwagandha to one part of nettle leaf, 1/2 teaspoon 3 times daily at least 20 minutes before meals. An iodine source would also be a good idea. The highest herbal iodine source is black walnut hull, 1 capsule 3 times daily before meals.

ANXIETY & DEPRESSION

{Click above to see details to Use Anger Redirection Therapy.}

__APNEA, CENTRAL SLEEP APNEA

- http://www.curezone.org/forums/am.asp?i=1638592
_Q. Unlike OSA [Obstructive Sleep Apnea] where the airway is obstructed (typically by the tongue relaxing too much/losing its tone), in CSA [Central Sleep Apnea] the brain just fails to send a signal to inhale again.
_A. I recommend supplementing with lecithin granules (1 tablespoon 3 times daily with meals) and 1,000 mg trimethyl glycine (TMG) 3 times daily before or with meals. The idea is to increase neurotransmitters, especially acetylchloline that plays a major role in breathing. Sleep apneas have been linked to lower levels of acetylcholine and/or dopamine. The lecithin provides choline for the production of acetylcholine, which is what I recommend to focus on primarily first. If you do not see improvement in the first month then I recommend adding phenylalanine (1,000mg 3 times daily at least an hour before meals) and the herb bupleurum to increase dopamine.
_APNEA SUPPLEMENTS
- http://www.curezone.org/forums/am.asp?i=1638592
_APNEA VAPORIZER
- http://www.curezone.org/forums/am.asp?i=1695384
_>PEROXIDE SOAK & >AMLA FOR APNEA
- http://www.curezone.org/forums/am.asp?i=1521667
Sloane said viruses can cause problems in the part of the brain that controls the thyroid.
- https://www.curezone.org/forums/am.asp?i=1638592
- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1639531#i
_Thyroid or Virus etc cause apnea. Virus from immune suppression.
_In the next post Sloane explained how to do a home test to see if you likely have hypothyroid.
_HYPOTHYROID HOME TEST
- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1446516#i
_Sloane explains in the next post how caffeine harms the adrenals & stops working to provide energy.
_CAFFEINE DANGER
- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1840778#i
_In the next thread he says low energy can be from adrenal or thyroid problems. I think he said thyroid problems can cause adrenal problems.

__**APNEA, OBSTRUCTIVE SLEEP APNEA
Dr. Eric Berg said: If you have a sleep apnea, usually, you have a collapsing of the back of the sinus or throat which is atrophy – a sagging tissue that can obstruct the breathing pathway.
_Avoid any milk products like ice cream and cheese because they create swelling.
_Food allergies and sugar are big problems. If someone has this problem, they would need to also get off grains and see if it will clear up.
_If you have allergies, hives, or asthma, the best remedy is royal jelly.
Royal jelly comes from the beehive, which is ... a fluid that the bees use to help grow the queen bee and it neutralizes allergies.
_High cortisol or high stress ... can also shrink a nerve that is connected to your brainstem and ... the back of the sinuses. [See Stress.]

__APPENDICITIS

- http://www.curezone.org/forums/am.asp?i=1469477
_Re: ileocecal valve or appendix? Fever?
_The appendix is about 2 inches below the ileocecal valve. Pain from the appendix though generally starts out in the middle of the abdomen.
may be the valve or some other form of blockage. Maybe severe inflammation. ... problems with bowel movements? Massaging the area is ok unless the appendix is really inflamed.
_Caffeine can contribute to inflammation; it weakens the adrenals, which produce the body's anti-inflammatory corticosteroids.
_>Yucca root will not only reduce the inflammation, but also help with building up the flora. - Take large amounts of >kefir as well to build up the flora & help bulk up the stool and control any infections contributing to the inflammation.
_Add a little >slippery elm to your fiber for a few weeks to help lubricate the intestines & to move any hard stool that may be stuck
_Drink plenty of water.

__ARRYTHMIA

- https://www.curezone.org/forums/am.asp?i=1884154
_Q. 85 year old woman with an arrhythmic heart and retains water, takes one full strength aspirin a day and one furosemide 40 mg. daily.
_A. First of all it is very likely that the arrhythmia is from the furosemide (Lasix). I have actually seen this a number of times. Doctors will give patients furosemide, which depletes potassium, without giving them a potassium source. After a week or so their potassium levels drop so low that they develop heart arrhythmias from the low potassium. If she is not on potassium already then I recommend getting on >potassium supplements.
_>Magnesium malate is also a great choice for heart arrhythmias. Magnesium malate helps to increase blood flow to the heart and increases ATP for the heart muscle.
_>Coleus forskohlii is also helpful since it helps to strengthen the heart contractions to pump more blood through the kidneys where the excess water can be removed.
_Q. Do you think it's a good idea to get off aspirin?
_A. Yes. Aspirin is not healthy, it is actually quite dangerous.
_Q. What could she take instead?
_A. Fish oil will thin the blood safer. So will >dan shen or >nattokinase. I like >Carlson's fish oil. They have a plain and flavored oils, and none of them have any fishy taste or smell that indicate rancidity.
_Q. How about furosemide?
_A. Ironically, furosemide actually depletes potassium, which is a natural diuretic. But what will be best in her case will depend on the cause of the water retention. If it is from sodium retention or potassium depletion, then >potassium should work. If from something like congestive heart failure, then herbs such as >coleus forskohlii or >cactus grandiflorus would be better choices. Coleus I prefer in powder form and taken with nettle leaf to prolong the effects. For example, a 2:1 ratio of coleus to nettle leaf with a recommended dose of 1/2 teaspoon 3 times daily before meals. If this is not strong enough to reduce the water retention then the mix can be taken 4 times daily. Cactus grandiflorus you will only find in a tincture, and it is hard to find. Directions will be on the bottle. Different tinctures can have different strengths so you pretty much have to follow their instructions. But taking the tincture under the tongue will facilitate the absorption.

__ARTERIOSCLEROSIS, INFLAMMATION; See also SILICA DEFICIENCY (REMEDY)

- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1450101
_Silica helps to prevent arteriosclerosis by strengthening arteries to prevent damage, and because of silica's anti-inflammatory properties.
_There are two kinds of cholesterol: HDL & LDL. There is actually a lot more to it including calcification and oxidation of cholesterol. But if we really want to discuss the depositing of cholesterol then we need to discuss inflammation. It is actually the inflammation that leads to the accumulation of any cholesterol on blood vessel walls. This is why hypothyroidism is such a significant risk factor for arteriosclerosis. Hypothyroidism leads to elevated levels of inflammatory homocysteine, one of the leading causes of heart disease. Interestingly, statin drugs used to lower cholesterol reduce levels of nutrients needed to lower homocysteine levels.
_ Any place in your body that you injure will flood with cholesterol, as cholesterol is a healing agent for the body. The reason lowering cholesterol does not reduce the risk of heart disease is because cholesterol levels are irrelevant. About 50% of people that have a heart attack have normal to low cholesterol levels. Cholesterol does not flood an area nor deposit unless the area has been injured and inflamed. In the case of the arteries the cholesterol builds up when the source of inflammation is not removed such as chronically high homocysteine. Furthermore, abnormally low cholesterol levels increase the risk for heart attack and stroke even further, primarily by reducing circulation.
_Methylation reduces homocysteine. TMG is your best choice. Otherwise dimethylglycine, small amounts of choline bitartrate or the vitamins B6, B12 and folate.

__**ARTHRITIS (OSTEOARTHRITIS)

- youtube.com/watch?v=NtBPo-w5L0g&t=163s
_Dr. Stanfield references studies that show that turmeric (curcumin) combined with black pepper (piperin) improves curcumin absorption 20 times more than taking curcumin alone. One can take up to 8 grams of curcumin a day. He didn't say how much piperin or black pepper.
- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1450101
Silica also links together glucosamine molecules to form chondroitin molecules for the production of cartilage.
- https://curezone.com/forums/fm.asp?i=1474308#i
_Silica & Vitamin C from Nettle leaf, and Glucosamine & Chondroitin from Gelatin.
_Arthritis is inflammation within joints. Silica, vitamin C, sulfur and gelatin can all help with rebuilding the joints and stabilizing the connective tissue. The yucca root I mentioned earlier is also a steroidal anti-inflammatory. Other herbs that can help through their nutritional value include nettle leaf, alfalfa, and seaweeds.
- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1535752#i
_>Boswellia serrata, Turmeric, Devil's claw, pine bark (Pycnogenol) or homeopathic remedies: Arnica, Rhus Tox, Dulcamara, Colocynthis or Bryonia may help.
_For chronic inflammation I prefer building up the adrenals since the adrenals produce the body's own anti-inflammatory corticosteroids. I also like licorice root and yucca root since they are both great steroidal anti-inflammatories and also both help build the adrenals."
_**See https://alivebynature.com/turmeric-tea-for-weight-loss-and-arthritis/
_Turmeric Tea Nutrition Content: carbohydrates, healthy fat, healthy omega-3 fatty acids, energy, and protein; it has vitamins A, B6, C, E, K, as well as folates, niacin, and riboflavin, electrolytes potassium and sodium, minerals iron, manganese, copper, magnesium, zinc, phosphorus, and calcium, polyphenolic curcumin, essential oils cineole, p-cymene, turmerone, and curcumene.
_Turmeric Tea for Weight Loss and Arthritis
Arthritis is one of the most common medical conditions that exist. It is described as having swollen and painful joints. The usual symptoms of this disease are muscle aches and pains, fatigue, loss of flexibility, stiffness of joints, and inability to use certain limbs.
_The most common forms of arthritis are gout, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, and infectious arthritis. This condition can affect children as well, not just adults.
_Incorporating turmeric tea into your daily diet can help ease, soothe, and get rid of arthritis. Check below for the numerous ways it can help you deal with this disease.
_Helps with Inflammation
_Inflammation is one of the primary symptoms of arthritis. This will then cause pain, swelling, and stiffness. Fortunately, the curcumin in turmeric is a natural anti-inflammatory agent. It inhibits the action of pro-inflammatory enzymes. It helps control inflammation in arthritis and prevents it from spreading. Also, it protects joints and synovial fluid from inflammation.
_In osteoarthritis, the degradation of bone tissues is observed. Curcumin protects certain bone cells from inflammation. It protects bones and joints from erosion in arthritis and also prevents the thickening of synovial fluid, which lubricates joints.
_Curcumin also slows down the progression of osteoarthritis by preventing the loss of bone tissue. It also reduces the activity of the bone cells that absorb bone tissue. Also, it maintains the function of cells that lay down bone tissue.
_Prevents the Progression of Arthritis
_No matter what type of arthritis you have, drinking turmeric tea regularly will eventually help halt its progress. There are certain cells in the body that are immune to cell death. They go by the name of fibroblasts. They are on the lining of joints, and they ensure smooth movements and flexibility.
_However, due to inflammation, these cells start to grow and resist cell death. This contributes to inflammation and the destruction of joints.
_Fortunately, the curcumin in turmeric targets these cells specifically. Curcumin prevents them from producing inflammatory agents. Eventually, curcumin is able to destroy these so-called indestructible fibroblasts, thus preventing the advancement of arthritis.
_So, the Pain Brought On by Arthritis
_The daily intake of turmeric tea can help in reducing the tenderness and swelling of joints. Curcumin also inhibits the activity of certain enzymes that bring about inflammation and pain associated with arthritis.
_There are many studies that show turmeric, specifically its compound curcumin, work as better painkillers and are more effective than certain drugs in treating arthritis. And unlike prescription drugs, they do not have any side effects.
_More info: http://www.nisahomey.com/2017/01/turmeric-tea-mix-recipe-for-weight-loss.html
youtube.com/watch?v=prl8f14ppzs
_Turmeric Tea
Apart from helping you slim down, turmeric tea can also prevent cardiovascular diseases, regulate your blood sugar, and also prevent diabetes.
3t turmeric powder, 1.5t ground cloves, 2t ground cardamom, .5t black pepper?, 2t ground ginger, 1.5qt water
Add the spices and water to your teapot and then bring it to the boil, then simmer for ten minutes.
Optional: use a strainer to remove dregs; add honey to sweeten.

__D: ASPIRIN (See also NSAIDS)

_Aspirin for Heart Attacks?
_With all of the talk about nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) increasing the risk of heart attack and stroke, it seems like there is a lot of advertising going on claiming that aspirin can reduce your risk of heart attack. Are these claims really credible, or just more pharmaceutical sales hype?
_One of the most misleading commercials was from an aspirin manufacturer that was claiming that their product had been shown to reduce the risk of a second heart attack by 50%. Sounds really impressive until you look at how they came to their conclusion. It was revealed on news program that the company had started with around 100 test subjects. After being given the aspirin therapy for a length of time, the drug company chose only 6 participants to base their conclusion on. Out of the 6 participants, 3 had not had a second heart attack by that time. Thus the drug company came to the conclusion that their product reduced the risk of a second heart attack by 50%.
_Numerous other companies have been making similar claims. And aspirin therapy is even being recommended to take during a heart attack. This is a widely accepted concept, and is even being recommended by some doctors. Though, this practice has never been proven safe, or beneficial in any way. In fact, the practice is being questioned by other doctors because evidence is contrary to this common belief.
_Generally NSAIDs contract blood vessels and promote the formation of blood clots by inhibiting the hormone prostacyclin. Aspirin inhibits prostacyclin as well, leading to blood vessel constriction. Unlike other NSAIDs though, aspirin actually helps to prevent blood clots though by interfering with platelet clumping. Blood clots are well known for causing heart attacks and thrombic stroke. This is where the notion that aspirin would help prevent a heart attack, or reduce risk of death from a heart attack, got started. Aspirin does not dissolve existing blood clots though. If a person takes an aspirin after a heart attack from a blood clot (thrombus), the aspirin will not dissolve the blood clot to restore blood flow. Although, as with all NSAIDs, aspirin will cause the blood vessels to contract, further reducing blood flow. This is the last thing that a person having a heart attack or angina should do. It is a decreased blood flow to the heart that leads to angina, and an obstruction of blood flow that causes heart attacks in the first place.
_Medical studies dating back to 1971 have consistently shown that aspirin does not benefit people during heart attacks. This claim is nothing more than sales propaganda. And some studies had to be stopped before results could be obtained due to the increased risk gastric hemorrhage and hemorrhagic stroke.
_One aspirin study did appear at first to reduce the risk of death from heart attack. This study was conducted by two groups of doctors, one in England, and the other in the United States. The group of doctors in England took plain aspirin, and concluded no reduced risk of death from aspirin therapy. The U.S. group of doctors used aspirin buffered with magnesium. This group found a slight benefit from the therapy. The benefit was not from the aspirin though. Instead, the benefit resulted from the magnesium added to the aspirin. Magnesium is a well known for relaxing blood vessels. By relaxing the blood vessels, magnesium actually increases blood flow to the heart, opposite of aspirin's effect.
_Hemorrhage is the most dangerous side effect of aspirin therapy. If a bleed starts due to a ruptured blood vessel, the inability to clot can have devastating consequences. For example, NSAIDs kill over 16,000 people a year. Nearly all of these deaths are due to internal bleeding disorders. These bleeding disorders are primarily gastric bleeds and hemorrhagic strokes. This increased risk of bleeds is not only due to the blood thinning effects of the aspirin, but also from the blood vessel weakening effects of the drug, which increases the likelihood that a blood vessels will rupture.
_My grandfather actually lost his eyesight completely in one eye from taking aspirin. He developed a bleed in the eye from a ruptured blood vessel, which was likely weakened by the aspirin therapy. Because the aspirin had also thinned out his blood so much, the bleed could not clot as it would normally do, and he went blind in that eye.
_There is also a problem with the constant claims of aspirin reducing the risk of a second heart attack or stroke by a certain percentage, which is often done by these drug companies. Both heart attacks and strokes are unpredictable. So how can they claim that aspirin prevented a second heart attack, or stroke, when it is impossible to tell if the person would have had a second heart attack or stroke if they had not taken the aspirin? And what if all the people in the study were to have a second heart attack or stroke the day after the study is completed? The percentage would still remain the same since the heart attacks or strokes occurred outside the study timeframe. These are just a few examples of how drug studies are manipulated to make drugs appear safe or effective.

__ASTHMA

_Asthma is a form of allergy, actually an inflammatory allergy. And allergies are a symptom of adrenal gland dysfunction. When the adrenal glands are working properly they put out sufficient levels of immune modulating corticosteroids, and antihistamine epinephrine to counter allergic responses. Therefore, if the adrenal glands fail to put out sufficient levels of these compounds, we can develop allergic responses.
_When asthmatics go to the doctor, the doctor will give the patient steroids and epinephrine, which substitute for what the adrenals are failing to put out in sufficient quantities. This brings us to the topic of the immune system. The immune system is not a single thing. It consists of many factors including the bone marrow, thymus, spleen, white blood cells, cytokines, enzymes like SOD, the adrenal glands, etc. Therefore, parts of the immune system can be suppressed, while other areas are working fine. Allergies are a good example. Most parts of the immune system is working fine. The adrenal glands though are not putting out sufficient levels of antihistamine and anti-leukotriene epinephrine and immune modulating corticosteroids.
_This also helps explain why children can outgrow allergies, as I did. Children can outgrow many allergies, including asthma, generally around the age of 5 because in some cases it takes a little longer for the adrenals to fully mature.
_The adrenal glands use more vitamin C than any other part of the body. Therefore, this would be the first thing to focus on. Although I do not care for synthetic vitamin C. Natural C is generally stronger, more stable and provides more benefits than synthetic vitamin C (ascorbic acid). Excellent herbal sources of vitamin C are acerola cherry, amla, rosehips, watercress and nettle leaf. Food sources include kiwis, papaya and berries.
_The second most important nutrient for the adrenal glands is pantothenic acid. The highest plant source of pantothenic acid is found in bee pollen. When starting with bee pollen start out with small doses because of the risk of allergic reaction. The same applies to any time you change pollen sources since you can be allergic to one pollen source and not another.
_Herbs that support the adrenal glands include schisandra berry, astragalus, nettle leaf, Siberian ginseng, suma, ashwagandha, jiaogulan (Gynostemma), and licorice root. Herbs are best taken several times daily rather than once a day. Most herbs should also be taken on an empty stomach at least 1/2 hour before meals since fats and proteins can block absorption. Although herbal powders can be mixed in a little unsweetened applesauce since this does not interfere with absorption.
_I like making adrenal supportive candies by mixing astragalus, schisandra, pollen, amla and a little licorice root. Then I mix in vegetable glycerin until it forms a paste. I take a pinch and roll it in to a ball about the size of a pea. The candies taste like Sweet and Sour Tarts.
_Remember to avoid all stimulants since these depress immune function by weakening adrenal gland function. Stimulants include caffeine, ephedrine, and nicotine, and herbs including ephedra, guarana, black tea, country mallow and bitter orange.
_This can confuse some people because an old time remedy to stop an asthma attack is a strong cup of coffee. It is true that coffee, more specifically the alkaloids in coffee, will stop an asthma attack. These alkaloids; caffeine, theophylline and theobromine block the breakdown of a chemical messenger for the body known as cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP). Production of cAMP counters the leukotrienes and histamine that can trigger asthma attacks. A problem though is that cAMP is very short lived in the body as it is quickly broken down by a liver enzyme known as cyclic adenosine monophosphate phosphodiesterase (cAMPPDE). Caffeine, theophylline and theobromine are cAMPPDE inhibitors and therefore extend the life and actions of cAMP. This is the same reason that theophylline has been used in hospital settings to control asthma. The problem is that the consistent use of stimulants deplete adrenal function and therefore levels of epinephrine and corticosteroids. In short, caffeine and related compounds can help if used occasionally when necessary, but continual use can increase the risk of asthma attacks.
_Along the same line, the reason epinephrine and ephedrine stop allergic reactions such as asthma is because they elevate levels of cAMP. This counters histamine and inflammatory leukotrienes, which are about 1,000 times more stimulatory to the formation of asthma attacks that histamine.
_There are herbs that can replace epinephrine and ephedrine without the stimulant effects. My favorites are zizyphus seed (suan zao ren), coleus forskohlii and nettle leaf. Zizyphus seed and coleus forskohlii both elevate cAMP levels without raising the pulse or blood pressure. Nettle leaf is a natural antihistamine by blocking cAMP breakdown and it helps support adrenal gland function.
_Keep stress levels down to a minimum since stress overworks the adrenals. When it comes to stress the adrenals are designed for short term use. The adrenals are not designed for long term stimulation as occurs with the use of stimulants and chronic stress. There are various methods that can be used to control stress. For example, meditation, exercise, pets or a relaxing bath. The best choice will depend on the individual.
_Steroids, such as Prednisone and steroidal inhalers, are best avoided or their use extremely limited. These drugs will help to control symptoms by reducing the inflammatory component of asthma, although they can aggravate the underlying cause. This is commonly seen as inhaler dependence. As the steroids atrophy the adrenal glands the adrenal glands produce decreased levels of steroids. When this occurs the body becomes more dependent on external sources of steroids. Therefore, as the steroidal medications atrophy the adrenal glands more of the steroidal medications are required to replace what the adrenals are failing to produce in sufficient levels.
_Magnesium deficiencies are common in asthmatics, and magnesium is very useful in the treatment of asthma. Magnesium relaxes the smooth muscle of the lungs by displacing calcium, thereby helping to prevent the spasming of the lung muscles. Because magnesium works by displacing calcium, it is important that the magnesium be taken in the absence of calcium. It also helps to take the magnesium on an empty stomach at least 1/2 hour before meals. If you take a calcium-magnesium supplement it should be taken at a different time of day. Recommended dose of magnesium is 300mg twice daily on an empty stomach. Pre-acidified forms of magnesium, such as magnesium citrate or malate, are better absorbed and more effective.
_A simple formula can be made to stop asthma attacks. Mix 1 ounce of coleus forskohlii tincture, ½ ounce of yerba mate’ tincture and a ¼ ounce of lobelia tincture. Mix well and put one ounce of the mixture back in to one of the tincture bottles. At the very first sign of an asthma attack I recommend squirting a dropper full or two of the tincture under the tongue and hold under the tongue. Forskohlii raises cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP) levels like ephedra or epinephrine also do, but while lowering the pulse and blood pressure unlike ephedra and epinephrine. So it is much safer than ephedra, ephedrine, or epinephrine. Yerba mate’ blocks the breakdown of cAMP. Lobelia acts as a smooth muscle relaxant to prevent lung spasming.
__ASTHMA; See also VACCINE DANGERS
- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1444450#i
_I recommend using zinc lozenges twice daily. These are around 22mg and will give {a child} closer to the daily amount {needed}. These are also flavored, so they are easy to take.
_You need to up _ magnesium. Asthmatics tend to be low on magnesium, which dilates {opens} the bronchioles. Calcium contracts the bronchioles. I recommend 100mg magnesium malate or citrate twice daily.

__**ATHEROSCLEROSIS; See Biofilm Infections

- http://l00k.createaforum.com/h/health-1-truth-in-medicine/msg59/#msg59

__**AUTISM; See also VACCINE DANGERS

- https://patents.google.com/patent/WO2002043507A3/en
_This patent uses metallothionein to remove toxic metals from the bloodstream. It's good for Autism and other metal toxicities. Recommended nutrients are: zinc, vitamin B6, pyridoxal-5'-phosphate, vitamin E, vitamin A, vitamin C, selenium, glutathione and taurine. Metallothionein production is dependent on availability of the dietary minerals such as zinc, copper, and selenium, as well as the amino acids histidine and cysteine [from meats, fish, eggs, legumes etc].

- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1750503#i

__AUTOIMMUNITY; See also ADRENAL ISSUES, or VIRUSES

_Doctors are under the false assumption that autoimmune disorders result from an overactive immune system. In reality it is a suppression of the immune system through the adrenals leading to the over production of low affinity (nonspecific) antibodies. This is why immune suppressants such as stress and stimulants make autoimmune conditions worse.
_Actually Crohn's and ulcerative colitis, which is closely related, are autoimmune. Autoimmune conditions result in part from an impaired immune system through the adrenals. And in the case of Crohn's and UC the trigger is mycobacterium avium complex (MAC).
_My recommendation is to focus on killing the MAC with antibiotic herbs, using anti-inflammatory herbs, particularly >licorice root and >yucca root, and to build up the adrenal glands.
_For the anti-bacterials I recommend focusing on >chaparral and >pau d' arco.
_For the adrenals I posted a detailed response on this previously:
- http://curezone.com/forums/fm.asp?i=1527351#i
- https://www.curezone.org/forums/fm.asp?i=1596471#i
_Here is a copy of my autoimmune write up I generally e-mail out:
_Autoimmune disorders are a symptom of adrenal dysfunction. The adrenal glands produce, among other things, steroids that modulate the immune response and reduce inflammation in the body. Though doctors tell us that autoimmune disorders are caused from an overactive immune system, this is obviously untrue. The easiest piece of evidence to prove this is the fact that things that suppress the immune system make autoimmune disorders worse. Ever notice how stress makes autoimmune symptoms worse? So does caffeine, ephedrine, nicotine, and steroids. Yes, steroids make the underlying condition worse. Steroids do reduce the symptoms of autoimmune disorders, such as inflammation in RA and weakness in MS. The reason they reduce the symptoms is because the steroids are anti-inflammatory and they suppress immune function to the point an immune response cannot be mounted. Though, this is a real stupid way to treat an autoimmune disorder since wiping out the immune system leaves a person open to many other illnesses, such as cancer. The steroid Prednisone also creates other adverse effects, such as osteoporosis. And what happens when you try to come off of the steroids? You will have a severe rebound reaction with increased autoimmune symptoms. Why? Because steroids DO NOT cure autoimmune disorders. And steroids, like stimulants, and stress atrophy the adrenal glands reducing the output of the body’s own anti-inflammatories and immune modulators. Although both are steroids, the real difference lies in the concentration. The body generates steroids in small amounts as needed. The long-term substitute of high dose, stronger steroids, leads to a shut-down of the production of corticosteroids by the adrenal glands, and a dependence on external sources of steroids as seen by the exacerbation of symptoms with Prednisone withdrawal.
_Immune modulation by the adrenals allows the body to produce normal high affinity antibodies. High affinity antibodies are specific to their target, allowing them to tag only foreign antigens for destruction by white blood cells. But this is where we run in to another common medical myth. We are taught in conventional medicine that “all” antibodies are specific to their target. This is obviously untrue since the body does not go out of its way to destroy its own tissues. To understand this process, we can look at the production of monoclonal antibodies for disease research. To manufacture monoclonals they start with a serum sample, in which an antigen target is added. Various antibodies, both specific and nonspecific, attach to these antigen targets. The antigen target is then removed and placed in a solution of weak sodium sulfate, which removes the nonspecific “low affinity” antibodies. These are the same types of antibodies involved in autoimmunity, and that make HIV and hepatitis virus antigen tests inaccurate. The target is then added to a slightly stronger solution to remove the slightly more specific antibodies. This is repeated several times until only the high affinity antibodies, which are specific to their target, are left. These specific antibodies are then used to manufacture monoclonal antibodies. So as we can see antibodies to the same target can differ in their specificity to their intended antigen. Another example to this would be the connective tissue disorders in women with silicone breast implants. The manufacturers claim that the silicone is inert in the body. Although this claim has been proven to be false. Anti-silicone antibodies have been found in response to both liquid silicone, and solid silicone. Solid silicone is used in the manufacture of silicone drainage tubes and the encapsulation bags for implants. Anyway low affinity antibodies developed in response to the silicone mistake collagen in human connective tissue for the intended target silicone because of the shared similar structure of silica in silicone and connective tissue.
_Treatment of autoimmune disorders should start with building up the adrenal glands to properly regulate the immune response. Vitamin C is the most important nutrient for proper adrenal health, though I do not like synthetic vitamin C (ascorbic acid), sold in powders, crystals, capsules, tablets, and liquids. Synthetic C is very unstable, especially if in liquid form, or if exposed to heat or light. Synthetic C is also less active than natural vitamin C. >Amla berries are the highest source of stable vitamin C. My next choice would be >acerola cherry followed by >rosehips. The next most important nutrient for the adrenal glands is the vitamin B5 >pantothenic acid. The highest herbal source for this vitamin is >bee pollen. Be careful though if you are allergy prone. Herbs that support adrenal function include >schisandra berries (my favorite), >ashwagandha, >nettle leaf, >Siberian ginseng (cijuwa, eleuthero), >seaweeds, >suma, >licorice root (also a natural steroid so use in small doses), >Arctic root, and >astragalus.
_Remember to avoid all stimulants, and try to keep your stress levels down as much as possible. And steroids cannot be cut off cold turkey. They must be gradually reduced. Licorice root actually increases the effects of Prednisone and reduces its excretion. Therefore, when using licorice root Prednisone dosage may need to be reduced. Discuss reducing your Prednisone dosage with your doctor if using licorice root while taking Prednisone.
_Autoimmune disorder - Suspected or known triggers (VIRUSES)
- Juvenile diabetes: Coxsackie virus, rubella, Cytomegalovirus; Also linked to vaccines utilizing live viruses including DPT, MMR, rotavirus, and hepatitis vaccines
- Multiple sclerosis: Human herpes virus type 6 (HHV6)
- Rheumatoid arthritis and reactive arthritis (Reiter’s Syndrome): Chlamydia bacteria, Epstein-Barr virus; (EBV), gonorrheal bacteria, salmonella, Mycobacterium, enterobacteria, shigella bacteria, campylobacter bacteria
- Crohn’s disease: Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) bacterium
- Ulcerative colitis: Mycobacterium
- Lupus: EBV
- Sjorgren’s syndrome: Hepatitis viruses, Coxsackie virus, and EBV
- Hashimoto’s thyroidosis: EBV, hepatitis C virus (HCV) and human T-cell leukemia virus type 1
- Myasthenia gravis: HCV, and possibly other viruses
- Therefore, antimicrobials are recommended in the treatment of autoimmune disorders as well. Excellent antimicrobials that kill viruses, bacteria, and fungi include andrographis, chaparral, pau d’ arco, and amla.
_Q. "What herbs/supplements do you recommend one to take in order to improve/stimulate immune function?"
_A. The immune system is many things. It includes a number of different white blood cells, antibodies, peroxides, enzymes, interleukins, interferons, tumor necrosis factor, the adrenals, the thymus, the flora, the skin, various acids.
_The biggest thing is to avoid stress as much as possible. Stress can really suppress the immune system very quick.
>Vitamin C is great for helping to maintain the adrenals, thymus and white blood cell activity. Natural sources are always the best.
>Zinc is also very important for maintaining immunity. Although I recommend sticking to 50mg supplemental zinc daily since doses over 100mg daily can suppress immunity. And you will have to factor in dietary zinc as well as zinc in other supplements. So taking 50mg supplemental should keep you well within the 100mg limit with other sources.
>Adaptogenic herbs are excellent for boosting the immune system.
_Herbs rich in >polysaccharides will boost white blood cell activity. This is good as long as you do not have an autoimmune disorder. These herbs include >aloe, most >seaweeds, medicinal >mushrooms, >astragalus, >schisandra berry, etc.
>Licorice root is great for boosting interferon levels.
>Amla berry significantly raises superoxide dismutase (SOD) levels, which responds to interferon producing hydrogen peroxide that stimulates white blood cell activity.
_Watch your sugar intake. Sugar and vitamin C require insulin for transport. Excess sugar locks up the available insulin preventing proper transport of vitamin C to white blood cells for their proper function.
_Maintain your stomach acid.
_Maintain your intestinal flora with >probiotics and >prebiotics.

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