SEPTEMBER 3, 2020 BEE VENOM THERAPY
As the name implies, bee venom is an ingredient derived from bees. It’s used as a natural treatment for a variety of ailments. Recently the Harry Perkins Institute of Medical Research in Australia studied and published a paper concluding that bee venom therapy rapidly kills breast cancer cells. It was published in the journal, Natural Precision Oncology. The study was led by Dr Ciara Duffy
Its proponents claim that it offers a wide range of medicinal properties, ranging from reducing inflammation to treating chronic illnesses. There are studies that concluded that BVT is beneficial for autoimmune conditions as Multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and even lupus, but also other conditions. All products from the hive have medicinal benefits.
I am a beekeeper and an apitherapist . I do use all products of my hives which incldue propolis, honey, beeswax ( to make candles) royal jelly and BVT. Due to the increased number of beekeepers, there is a surge in bee venom popularity bee venom use Bee-venom therapy has been used in traditional medicine practices for thousands of years. A recent show on Netflix called UnWell ( episode 6) discussed BVT.
I am the Vice President of the American Apitherapy Society , where we have a mission to educate. I would suggest looking at our web site, www.apitherapy.org. You can support the AAS in helping us. In June I helped raise money for the 501C project.
Support the AAS and your local beekeeper.
SEPTEMBER 2, 2020 ROLE OF CERTAIN SUPPLEMENTS FOR COVID
Recently in the Cleveland Clinic Journal of Medicine there was an article that peaked my interest It was titled,
What is the role of supplementation with ascorbic acid, zinc, vitamin D, or N-acetylcysteine for prevention or treatment of COVID-19?
The article discussed a brief paragraph on Vitamin C, zinc, Vitamin D and N-acetyl cysteine supplementation. I use each of these supplements in my practice as oral and some as IV. I have utilized intravenous ascorbic acid ( vitamin C) for many years. I have different IV formulations for a number of medical conditions. I also in certain formulas give IV zinc and IV NAC ( the precursor) to glutathione. I do also administer IV glutathione. Vitamin D is a fat soluble vitamins as is Vitamin E, A and K. These cannot be given in an IV form , but can be used as an intramuscular injection. I believe higher doses than the RDA( recommended daily allowance) have been helpful in most of my patients in not getting COVID, and those who had COVID and were taking higher doses faired better than those who did not.
The article stated this in their conclusions:
Ascorbic acid, zinc, vitamin D, and N-acetylcysteine have biologic plausibility for the prevention and treatment of COVID-19 and are candidates for clinical trials evaluating patients with these indications. Although there is likely little risk for patients taking labeled over-the-counter doses of these supplements, clinical evidence does not currently support routine use of any of these agents for the prevention or treatment of COVID-19. Unless a patient has a confirmed or suspected micronutrient deficiency, additional research is needed before providing doses of these agents higher than the recommended daily intake established by the US Department of Agriculture.
Until tomorrow…
SEPTEMBER 1, 2020 ORAL HYGIENE
As a physician I am concerned about your oral health. All doctors should be concerned with oral health for variety of reasons. There is a link to heart disease. Studies have shown that peridontal disease with high C reactive protein is associated with coronary artery disease
Years ago Dr Weston Price conducted thousands of experiments to determine the reasons why teeth became carious ( get dental cavities) He concluded that dental infections changed the pH balance of the body. This starts the inflammatory process. Also the effect on calcium.
Dental plaque is an ideal food source for bacteria Their acid by product etches the enamel and starts the decaying process. The ph balance of the mouth is disturbed thus again leading to the inflammatory process. Then we add in fluoride or even mercury and there is more dental pH disturbance. These studies were done on the saliva by Dr Hawkins who wrote Applied Nutrition.
I am strongly suggesting that individuals check out their mouth status. It is not only about white teeth. I am concerned about formation of pockets and dental plaque. I prefer Waterpik cleaning of the mouth after each meal. You may try oil pulling but in moderation. I am not a fan of flossing except in special cases.
I suggest reading Reversing Gum Disease by Sandra Senzon and Root Canal Cover up by George Meinig
Until tomorrow…
AUGUST 31, 2020 SYMPTOMS OF THE CORONA
This year we must be diligent about the flu. In addition to the flu that happens every year, we must watch for increased case of Corona virus. Not all signs and symptoms mean you have corona virus
A runny nose is often associated with allergies, but it can be a sign of the corona virus. In the last 5 months the number of different symptoms have surfaced with regard to corona virus. These can be severe fatigue, cough, fever, loss of taste, loss of smell and the worst is shortness of breath. 31 % to 40% diagnosed with corona virus could not catch their breath It is completely normal to experience a shortness of breath when you’re trying to push your limits while exercising or it could be anxiety. Many individuals are suffering from anxiety and depression during this time
You should not automatically think you have corona virus when you get these symptoms. Many of the signs and symptoms you are about to read can mean something else than COVID-19.
Feeling tired all the time is one of the most common symptoms of the novel coronavirus. But this could be other illnesses as EBV ( epstein barr virus) reactivation, or stress. The CDC also reported that 59 percent to 82 percent of COVID-19 patients experienced a dry cough. A dry cough could be an allergy, or could mean exposure to mold
As we all know, an increase of the temperature is the most common coronavirus symptom. About 83 percent to 99 percent of COVID-19 patients experienced it. A fever could be accompanied by muscle aches, fatigue, and joint pain. This could be infection with another virus, or even the flu. It does not always mean corona
Until tomorrow…
AUGUST 28-30, 2020 TIPS ON GETTING HEALTHY
WE all need to stay healthy in this toxic world. The first tip is have better food choices. The second tip is to some form of exercise. The third tip is to check your blood pressure and fourth ..please eat more fruits and vegetables.
There are many veggies that you can steam or grill that are packed a whole lot of vitamins and minerals In no particular order here are some
Asparagus—super rich in vitamins, minerals, plus a little protein.
Kale—packs a big antioxidant hit.
Mushrooms—full of immunity-boosting goodness.
Carrots—loaded with vitamin A, K, and C, plus antioxidants.
Cauliflower—lots of anti-inflammatory and digestive benefits.
Broccoli—packed with antioxidants, vitamins, and fiber.
Spinach—so good for the skin and packed with iron, calcium, magnesium, and more.
Tomatoes—rich in vitamins, this super veggie is a cancer-fighting, blood pressure-lowering hero.
Zucchini—this anti-inflammatory veg also features a ton of beta-carotene and vitamin C.
There are also tons of fruit which you must consume A lot of these are berries of all kinds. I would be careful of the high glycemic fruits during the summer . You can have them but less than moderate consumption. Apples and pear skin are a good source of fiber.
Until tomorrow…
AUGUST 27, 2020 DOUG ELLIOT
During my recent move to countryside in Connecticut I came across a book by Doug Elliot. Doug Elliott is a storyteller, herbalist and naturalist whose specialty is the American Appalachians. He is the author of several books featuring his own illustrations
During the last 15 years I have seen Doug Elliot at various herbal conferences throughout the United States. One of the books I found was Swarm Tree: Of Honeybees, of Honeymoons and the Tree of Life. I have always been found f this book. Through my years as a herbalist, beekeeper and apitherapist I have collected a vast number of books on Honeybees. Doug Elliot’s book on Bees was among the titles. This book is fascinating as Doug always tells a good story
This book is no exception : Following tracks, messing with bees, chasing butterflies, stalking deer, tickling trout and picking up pawpaws and hitchhikers. If you like this book you will be sure to like another favorite of mine . My second favorite book is Wildwoods Wisdom: Encounters with the Natural World.
Read Doug Elliot and fall in love with nature.
Until tomorrow…
AUGUST 26, 2020 CORDYCEPS
This mushroom, Cordyceps sinensis also known as the Chinese catepillar mushroom or Dong chong xia cao meaning water insect has been used for centuries. There is much written about the historical aspects of this mushroom. It is considered an adaptogen. I have used it with the other adaptogenic herbs for a variety of conditions
Some of the properties are the following:
antiasthmatic
antileukemic
antioxidant
hepatoprotetcive
immune system boosting
nephroprotective