OCTOBER 1, 2019 CANCER CAUSING FOODS
I teach Integrative Oncology at the University of Bridgeport College of Naturopathic Medicine. I am not an Oncologist. As an integrative physician MD/herbalist I utilize many modalities to treat cancer. It all starts for a change in dietary lifestyle
The chances of getting cancer are 1 in 2 for men, and 1 in 3 for women, according to the American Cancer Society. Those shocking numbers represents a growing epidemic in the United States. Nowadays, we should read very carefully the reading labels of any food and avoid those that are harmful for us.
Tomatoes contain lycopene is an anti cancer supplement. The issue with canned tomatoes is an industrial compound that is used in lining the can. It is used to prevent corrosion and preserve the food. It is carcinogenic. It is a time to start reading labels. There are many environment factors that have been linked to cancer Even if a processed meat looks tasty and is delicious it does contain preservatives, like sodium nitrates that are well known carcinogens READ THE LABELS
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SEPTEMBER 30, 2019 CBD/CANNIBIS AND CANCER
There is growing evidence that cannabis may help prevent the growth of cancer. The International Society of Urology observed that the men who regularly used cannabis had a 45% reduction in bladder cancer occurrence, compared to both smokers and non-smokers that didn’t.
Researches believe that one of the main reasons cannabis may prevent cancer is due to its well-documented ability to reduce inflammation. It has been shown to reduce inflammation because its powerful anti oxidant properties Cannabis and its components have been shown to not only stop cancer cells growing, but to kill them.
More studies need to be done on the whole cannabinoid system ( called the endocannabinoid system (ECS) A study sponsored by the National Cancer Institute published a meta-analysis of 34 in vitro and in vivo studies of cannabinoids in glioma reported that all but one study confirmed that cannabinoids selectively kill tumor cells.” More and more doctors should be using CBD +/- THC for their cancer patients
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SEPTEMBER 28-29, 2019 INTEGRATIVE HEART SUPPLEMENTS
Hypertension is one of the main risk factors for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and coronary heart disease (CHD). Hypertension is the most common reason for visits to primary care physicians and costs more than $20 billion annually in the United States. Clinical studies show that pharmaceuticals control blood pressure (BP), resulting in reduced strokes, CHD, myocardial infarction (MI), congestive heart failure (CHF), and renal disease
Cardiovascular disease is still the number one killer. There are many documented well researched conventional therapies which do play a role. As a integrative cardiologist there are equally many other natural therapies to be considered.
Hypertension is the response of blood vessels to endothelial disfunction. There are many nutraceuticals that help endothelial function by increasing nitric oxide . There are many supplements that can do this like arginine and citrulline. I utilize a lot of citrulline for blood pressure elevations ( hypertension ) People with hypertension are more likely to have certain nutrient deficiencies compared to the general population. Some dietary supplements including antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and natural compounds in food produce a physiologic effect. Some of these nutrients that can be zinc, L- taurine and omega 3 fatty acids
You do not always have to take a medication for your blood pressure. In addition to change in exercise and dietary lifestyle changes there are nutraceuticals.
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SEPTEMBER 27, 2019 ANXIETY REDUCING HERB
There are many traditional conventional medications to treat anxiety. There are also many complimentary /integrative therapies to treat anxiety. Some of these treatments involve botanicals as Lemon Balm, Chamomille, Valerian, St Johns Wort and California Poppy.
Preclinical studies report anxiety-reducing effects of aloysia (Aloysia polystachya, Verbenaceae), a plant grown mainly in Argentina and Uruguay. These authors conducted a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled, phase 2 clinical trial to test whether aloysia is superior to placebo in treating anxiety-related symptoms in adults
This study was preliminary data was published in the American Botanical Council’s most recent , HerbalClip .Each treatment capsule contained 300 mg powdered aloysia.
Limitations of the study include its small sample size, high dropout rate, and the absence of an assessment of the reproductive/hormonal status of the females in the study. Furthermore, the results cannot be generalized to patients with more complex psychiatric disorders.
The authors conclude the "administration of powdered leaves of A. polystachya, rich in acteoside, carvone and limonene, to adults with anxiety-related symptoms was significantly superior to placebo in decreasing HAM-A scores after 8 weeks This study was written in the ABC Herbal Clip
Carmona F, Coneglian FS, Batista PA, et al. Aloysia polystachya (Griseb.) Moldenke (Verbenaceae) powdered leaves are effective in treating anxiety symptoms: a phase-2, randomized, placebo-controlled clinical trial.. J Ethnopharmacol. October 2019;242:112060. doi: 10.1016/j.jep.2019.112060.
There are many herbal and homeopathic remedies to treat anxiety.
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SEPTEMBER 26, 2019 WITCH HAZEL
There are medicinal herbs growing in your backward and you don’t know it. Every state has a particular herb, flower or tree that is seen commonly in that state. In the State of Connecticut it is Witch Hazel. The botanical name is Hamamelis virginiana.
The leaves, bark and twigs of witch hazel contain tannic acid It is used topically as an astringent for burns and skin irritations
Traditionally it has been used to relieve hemorrhoidal, anal and vaginal itching. It decreases inflammation and promotes healing of bruises, and varicose veins. There is even a homeopathic preparation that I use for hemorrhoids with much success.
It can also be used as a gargle for throat inflammation
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SEPTEMBER 26, 2019 SEA BUCKTHORN
In al likelihood you have never heard or used Sea Buckthorn. Its botanical name is Hippophae Rhamnoides,. This herb produces a highly nutritious berry that has gained super fruit status. The fruit and seed oil are full of Omega 3, 6, 9, and 7, a rare fatty acid recently discovered. The fruit contains a host of antioxidants and healing nutrients, and is a superior source of vitamins and minerals
I love a Sea Buckthorn tea. It has a tart taste.
This tea has been used for brain function and memory. I have used it to decrease cholesterol along with artichoke, bergamot and guggul lipids For the patient suffering with dry eye syndrome associated with some autoimmune diseases, it also can be useful as a soak It helps the inflammation and dryness of the eye
I have seen other herbalists use it for symptoms of menopause
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SEPTEMBER 24, 2019 GROWING ALLIUM
One year ago I planted garlic in my new home garden. I planted it too soon. I planted it in September From reading and looking at different types of garlic and long and short I am going to plant it before Thanksgiving. I will grow outside this year. I could start growing them inside and transfer to outside
I could do this by following three simple steps
#1. Cloves can be planted in the same container but must be spaced 1 to 2 inches apart.
#2. The root side of the clove – the narrow pointy part, must be placed down into the dirt first.
#3. Plant the cloves between four to six inches deep in a compost rich potting soil.
Garlic ( Allium sativum) is a medical herb used for centuries. Some of the uses of garlic are:
Treats and prevents gum disease
Helps treat common cold and flu symptoms, especially a persistent cough
Treats yeasts infections
Garlic oil helps remove splinters
Heals cold sore
Soothes yeast infection discomfort and helps correct the problem
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