FEBRUARY 20, 2020 IF YOU ARE HAVING A HEART ATTACK

There are many different symptoms if you are having a heart attack. The classic crushing chest pain only occurs in two thirds of men and one third of women. It could be burning, aching, and the classic elephant is sitting on your chest. There are things you must do

1. Call 911 immediately for any of these symptoms

2. Chew one baby aspirin ( so always have in your house in the medicine closet )

3. Unlock your door and stay close to the front door

4. If you have a sublingual nitroglycerin, please take

5. Have a list of medications in your pocket

6. Call someone you love if you live alone and let them know

All the above sounds simple In an emergency situation many individuals forget the basic things to do

This is just a reminder

Until tomorrow…

FEBRUARY 19, 2020 CHAGA MUSHROOM

Throughout the Northern Hemisphere , this mushroom known as Chaga is found growing on terms Its botanical name is Inontus obliquus. There are many health benefits of this mushroom. It can slow the aging process which is essential The mere amount of vitamins/minerals in Chaga is outstanding. It contains B complex vitamins, Vitamin D, potassium, amino acids, copper, selenium, zinc and iron. It addition it also has magnesium and calcium

This mushroom contains many anti oxidants which prevent cell damage. Studies have shown that it slows the progression of cancer in animal models. It was shown almost 10 years ago that this mushroom slow the growth of cancers in the lung, breast and cervix. It fights inflammation and supports the immune system.

You can take this mushroom in a capsule form or in a tincture. I utilize Paul Stammett’s company, Fungi Imperfecti for all of my mushroom needs. Not only is he a friend/colleague but the leading world mycologist . He is located in Olympia WA

Until tomorrow…

FEBRUARY 18, 2020 HEAVY METALS

High levels of heavy metals have been linked to many problems. Some of these metals are linked to Parkinson’s Disease as Aluminum and mercury is linked to arrhythmia ( palpitations )

Finally the American Heart Association published a report that high levels of mercury and lead can cause increased levels of the low density lipoprotein , the bad cholesterol abbreviated LDL. Those with the highest level of lead were 56 % more likely to have a high cholesterol and 73 % more likely to have high cholesterol if they had a high mercury

This means to have your doctor do a blood test for these metals on your next blood test. If this isn’t high do not stop there. You can find an Integrative Physician / Functional Medicine MD like myself to do further testing. This can involve using a provoking agent DMSA or EDTA ( these are chelators) This test is done by Doctors Data in Chicago It requires a 6 hour or a 24 hour urine collection after talking the provoking agent. Some states with the USA still allow hair analysis for heavy metals

Screening for heavy metals should be part of a cardiovascular work up

Until tomorrow…

FEBRUARY 17, 2020 HERBAL TREATMENT FOR LYME (Copy)

There are many herbs that can treat chronic Borreliosis. Chronic Lyme disease can weaken your immune system, ignite inflammation, squelch your energy, provoke pain, and trigger brain fog. It can also generate harmful free radicals, disrupt your mitochondria ( powerhouse of your cell ) and overwhelm your detox pathway. The conventional infectious disease physicians do NOT believe in chronic Lyme.

There are many different protocols that can be found in your on line search There is the Cowden protocol, Zhang protocol, and Desert Botanicals. I use some herb sin combination and some alone.

One herb I utilize is Artemisia annua. This is sweet wormwood. Artemisinin is the compound in Artemisia annua that has these anti parasitic effects. It also has powerful actions against the Lyme bacteria — including cyst forms. This herb is also active against Malaria caused by Plasmodia species. Since Borrelia causes much stress, this herb has many different anti oxidant properties.

One of the most well known herbs for Lyme is Cat’s Claw or Uncaria tomentosa Phytochemicals in cat’s claw bark may help regulate your immune function This herb is very effective for the aches and pains in your joints

Until tomorrow…

FEBRUARY 17, 2020 HERBAL TREATMENT FOR LYME

There are many herbs that can treat chronic Borreliosis. Chronic Lyme disease can weaken your immune system, ignite inflammation, squelch your energy, provoke pain, and trigger brain fog. It can also generate harmful free radicals, disrupt your mitochondria ( powerhouse of your cell ) and overwhelm your detox pathway. The conventional infectious disease physicians do NOT believe in chronic Lyme.

There are many different protocols that can be found in your on line search There is the Cowden protocol, Zhang protocol, and Desert Botanicals. I use some herb sin combination and some alone.

One herb I utilize is Artemisia annua. This is sweet wormwood. Artemisinin is the compound in Artemisia annua that has these anti parasitic effects. It also has powerful actions against the Lyme bacteria — including cyst forms. This herb is also active against Malaria caused by Plasmodia species. Since Borrelia causes much stress, this herb has many different anti oxidant properties.

One of the most well known herbs for Lyme is Cat’s Claw or Uncaria tomentosa Phytochemicals in cat’s claw bark may help regulate your immune function This herb is very effective for the aches and pains in yo

Until tomorrow…

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FEBRUARY 15-16, 2020 ANTISPASMODIC HERBS

The most popular gut remedy herb is Peppermint for allebviating gas and abdominal cramps. It doesn’t work for everyone but should be used. I have seen it combined with caraway seeds. One herb that is used is Chamomille. I feel we only think of chamomille as an herb to sleep or relax. It is a very effective herb for the gastrointestinal problems. There are many herbs with special affinity for the GI tract which can act as anti spasmodics. These are

1. Hops ( Humulus lupulus)

2. Valerian ( Valeriana officinales)

3. Wild Yam ( Dioscorea villosa)

4. Bogbean ( Menyanthes trifoliata)

5. Lemon Balm ( Melissa officinales)

Until tomorrow…

FEBRUARY 14, 2020 DYSPEPSIA

Upper gastrointestinal illness is a common problem that affects millions of people worldwide. There are many causes. Some of the illnesses are ulcers, gastritis. motility problems and Helicobacter pylori.

Most people have heard the use of peppermint oil and even deglychrrized licorice for the above conditions. There are studies on peppermint oil which is used most commonly for abdominal pain and irritable bowel syndrome. I utilize many therapies in my practice after a full work up ( history/physical and laboratory data)

I am fond of mixing 4-5 organic teas together and ask the patient to drin 1-2 times a day for 10 days. The blend is called GUTSY which is available at Botanical Bounty in New York City.

There are many other remedies. I want to mention drinking the fresh juice from the whole plant of Bocapa monniera. It is also known as Brahmi . This is used commonly in Ayurvedic practices. It has bene shown that Brahmi promotes mucosal defenses via enhanced mucin secretin and glycoprotein This therapy is very effective

Until tomorrow…

FEBERUARY 13, 2020 MOOD SWINGS

Do you suffer from mood swings? Have you ever related your mood swings to what you are eating ? The most common causes of nmood swings IU see are food allergies, unstable blood sugar and the presence of a yeast infection. We do know that ingestion of alcohol can lead to mood swings as well as daily use of caffeinated beverages as coffee.

Many individuals use a daily juice in the morning as celery juice . I have found that you can make your own Mood Juice in your Vita Mix.

In the Vita Mix/Blender add the following:

1. Shredded one large radish

2. 3 ripe tomatoes

3. 1/4 cucumber peeled and washed

4. one cut up purple cabbage

5. 1/2 cup of spring water

Until tomorrow…