Innholdsfortegnelse for October/November 2023 i What Doctors Don't Tell You Australia/NZ

When Covid first struck, doctors worldwide rushed to come up with a solution. Chief among them were a number of doctors from major academic medical centers, who had some 200 years’ worth of combined experience in critical care medicine plus about 1,000 published papers in scientific journals. They called an emergency meeting after they noticed that the vast majority of critically ill Covid patients who were given the standard treatment recommended by national and international healthcare organizations were dying. They decided to form a working group to find a treatment protocol for Covid-19, particularly for patients who were going into intensive care units. The group first approached Dr Paul Marik, professor of medicine and chief of the division of pulmonary and critical care medicine at Eastern Virginia Medical School in…

Fatty acids from butter, meat and cheese play a key role in healthy aging. The fats-along with omega-6, -7 and -9-help maintain brain structures in areas that involve the memory and general cognitive abilities. Older people have been warned to eat less saturated fats as these have been linked to “bad” HDL cholesterol, which is supposed to increase the risk of heart disease. But researchers from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign say the fats are important to maintain aging brain health. People with higher levels of fats in their body score better on memory tests, and scans show that brain structures in the frontal, temporal, parietal and insular regions are also larger. However, people with the least amount of gray matter and lower fat levels performed the worst. The researchers…

Here are some non-drug approaches that could ease chronic pain: Medical marijuana Medical marijuana has become one of the most popular ways to treat pain, and it's justified, to an extent. One major review has found that it offers short-term pain relief.1 TENS Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) delivers small shocks through patches placed on the skin. The electrical impulses can relieve pain. According to one review, it's the most promising treatment for arthritis of the knee.2 Exercise Core-stabilizing and core-strengthening exercises can help relieve low back pain,3 and they're especially effective if complemented with several sessions of Pilates every week.4 Diet A diet that eliminates nightshades and restricts inflammatory foods such as red meat and refined carbohydrates can reduce pain levels. One study found that an anti-inflammatory diet reduced…

SUPPLEMENT/HERB Probiotics Caprylic acid Grapefruit seed extract Oregano oil, red thyme oil, artemisia, goldenseal root, black walnut, berberine Slippery elm, marshmallow extract, liquorice extract Glucosamine Aloe vera PREFERRED PRODUCTS BioKult Advanced Multi-Strain Formula Metabolics Combocillus Optibac (all varieties) Kiki's Soil-Based Organisms BioCare Caprylic Acid (672 mg per capsule) BioCare Biocidin Forte (150 mg per capsule) or Liquid grapefruit extract (36 mg per 3 drops) Can be prepared by a medical herbalist in tailored combinations or found in commercial formulas: Nutri Advanced Berberine + Grapefruit Seed Nutri Advanced CandiBactin BioCare Slippery Elm Intensive (powder) Allergy Research Group Perm A vite (powder); also contains slippery elm (and other gut-healing ingredients), so can be used instead of BioCare Slippery Elm, but contains stevia, so may be too sweet Fushi Organic Aloe Vera Juice…

We've all heard the time-honored expression, “You are what you eat.” The saying can be traced back to the famous French lawyer and major foodie Jean Anthelme Brillat-Savarin, who wrote the seven-volume The Physiology of Taste in 1826. Fundamentally what he was trying to get across is that the character of a human being-their attitude, morals, health and outlook on life-is determined by the foods they consume. Keeping this food philosophy in mind, which would you rather eat? 1) A cabbage genetically spliced with scorpion venom to make it more bug-resistant and compatible with the herbicide Roundup 2) A button mushroom that will never turn dark and slimy in the fridge 3) Synthetic milk made from microbes grown in industrial vats filled with genetically modified (GM) corn or soy plus…

Von Ardenne was the first to use and systematically Clinical trials,1 including randomized controlled trials, considered the gold standard of scientific evidence, have reported positive outcomes when hyperthermia was used as an add-on treatment for cancers of the esophagus,2 breast,3 lung,4 pancreas,5 bladder,6 prostate,7 rectum,8 anus,9 pelvis10 and other tumors.11 An overall “complete response” (the disappearance of all signs of cancer in response to treatment) of 54.9 percent with both hyperthermia and radiotherapy treatment, compared to 39.8 percent with radiotherapy alone, was reported in 38 clinical trials involving nearly 3,500 patients with various tumors.12 Other research in advanced cancers shows better overall survival rates in patients treated with combined hyperthermia with radiotherapy or chemotherapy compared to those receiving either conventional treatment alone.13 A recent review of the evidence on hyperthermia…

Here's a “cheat sheet” for combating inflammation that you can start working on immediately: Eat lots of anti-inflammatory foods. Examples are fruits and vegetables, spices, lean protein and green tea. Cut, or cut back on, inflammatory foods. These include processed foods, foods full of trans fats, and deep-fried foods. Control your blood sugar. Cutting out simple carbohydrates (white grain-based foods), added sugars and high-fructose corn syrup is a great start. Prioritize exercise. Exercise is an effective way to prevent and reduce inflammation. Aim for 30-45 minutes of aerobic exercise and 10-25 minutes of resistance training four to five times each week. Lose weight. People who carry around excess weight have more inflammation, so losing it can lower inflammation. Manage stress. Chronic stress leads to higher inflammation. Finding ways to unwind-meditation,…

Dr Connealy often uses the following treatments, which harm cancer cells but are neutral or beneficial to healthy cells. IV therapies Dichloroacetate sodium (DCA) activates apoptosis, or cell death, and prevents the use of glucose in cancer cells but not in healthy cells. Poly MVA combines palladium with an alpha-lipoic complex. It helps protect cells, promote detox and support the immune system. Vitamin C reacts with the oxygen in cancer cells to produce hydrogen peroxide, which kills them. Selenium is an essential mineral in many bodily processes that can help prevent the growth and spread of cancer. Artesunate is also known as artemisinin or wormwood. It works with vitamin C and with iron to form cancer-killing free radicals. Other therapies Hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) increases the amount of oxygen in…

Dr Damien Downing, a specialist in allergy, environment and nutrition, is current president of the British Society for Ecological Medicine, on the editorial board of Orthomolecular Medicine News Service, Chief Medical Advisor of cancer charity Yes to Life (www.yestolife.org.uk), and author of numerous books including The Vitamin Cure for Allergies. Dr Michel Odent, a French-trained surgeon and obstetrician, is a pioneer of the natural birth movement, emphasizing home and water birth. Founder of the Primal Health Research Centre in the UK, he has written some 50 scientific papers and 11 books. Dr Sarah Myhill has worked in the UK National Health Service and private practice since 1981. Honorary Secretary of the British Society for Ecological Medicine for 17 years, she is a frequent lecturer and author of Sustainable Medicine and…

FIRST-LINE THERAPIES (not symptom-specific; listed in order of importance) Intermittent daily fasting or periodic daily fasts Ivermectin; 0.2-0.3 mg/kg daily Moderate physical activity Low-dose naltrexone (LDN); 1-4.5 mg/day Nattokinase 100-200 mg (2,000-4,000 fibrinolytic units) twice/day Low-dose ASA 81 mg/day (if low risk) Melatonin; 2-6 mg slow release/extended release prior to bedtime Magnesium; 100-400 mg/day Methylene blue; 10-30 mg/day Sunlight and photobiomodulation (PBM) Resveratrol; 400-500 mg/day Probiotics/prebiotics SECOND-LINE THERAPIES (in order of importance) Vitamin D (4,000-5,000 units/day) and vitamin K2 (100 mcg/day) N-acetyl cysteine (NAC); 600-1,500 mg/day Cardio Miracle™ and L-arginine/L-citrulline supplements Omega-3 fatty acids; a combination of EPA/DHA with an initial dose of 1 g daily (combined EPA and DHA) and increasing up to 4 g/day (of active omega-3 fatty acids) Sildenafil with or without L-arginine and L-citrulline Nigella sativa;…

At my clinic, hyperthermia treatment is typically coupled with regular infusions of anticancer agents. Two of the most important are curcumin and vitamin C. Curcumin: This compound, found in the spice turmeric, is a natural anti-inflammatory. But patients would need to take large amounts, at least 1,125 to 2,500 mg daily, to achieve a noticeable anti-inflammatory effect. Curcumin is poorly absorbed from the intestine into the blood, so taking it orally results in very sparse therapeutic or anti-inflammatory effects on the whole body. To treat illnesses such as cancer or inflammatory diseases, intravenous infusions are much more effective. Vitamin C: Vitamin C can boost the immune system in stressful situations, such as by supporting the white blood cells that we need and use up en masse during infections. But it's…

Many misconceptions exist about the sun's role in skin damage and how we can keep our skin—and bodies—healthy. So, let's debunk some common myths and take an in-depth look at preventing and treating skin cancer and shoring up our skin health. Skin: our largest organ Though many people think of organs as inside our bodies (brain, lungs, heart, etc.), our largest organ is our skin. In adults, it accounts for roughly 15 percent of our body weight and has a surface area of 16–22 square feet.1 This miraculous organ has several critical jobs: it protects our internal organs from extreme temperatures, excessive sun damage and chemicals; manufactures protective vitamin D; and even produces antimicrobial peptides that shield the body from infection.2 But our skin takes a beating. And protecting it…

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Getting something for our aches and pains is one of the most common reasons we visit the doctor. But instead of leaving with a prescription for a painkiller, we're just as likely to be given an antidepressant. Doctors have been using antidepressants as pain relievers since the 1960s, but the practice has exploded in recent years with the opioid scandal, which has resulted in whole towns in the US addicted to the analgesics. Today, antidepressants are the only drugs that doctors should be prescribing for chronic pain, according to best-practice guidelines drawn up by the UK's NICE (National Institute for Health and Care Excellence), which determines how doctors treat. Standard painkillers, such as the NSAIDs (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs), paracetamol or acetaminophen, and benzodiazepines, shouldn't be prescribed because there's no evidence…

Everybody knows that drinking more alcohol than the liver can safely metabolize can cause damage called cirrhosis (scarring) of the liver. It can also lead to a condition called “fatty liver” in which high levels of fats get stored, eventually triggering inflammation and even the creation of fibrin tissue in the liver. The following are other contributors to reduced liver health and function: Obesity A high-fat diet Artificial sweeteners Highly processed foods Synthetic food ingredients Fluoridated water Low potassium levels Heavy use of NSAIDs, nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs including paracetamol or acetaminophen Unprotected sex Parasites Tattoo ink, which contains heavy metals that can infiltrate the blood and reduce enzyme levels in the liver, causing inflammation Body piercings Intravenous drug use causing hepatitis and other infections Shared needles Environmental toxins, such as…

Fever therapy also has a powerful detoxifying effect, although this has yet to be extensively scientifically researched. Detoxification, supporting the body's natural toxin removal system, is a crucial part of cancer treatment, and whole-body hyperthermia is the most intensive form of detoxification therapy that we perform at the Arcadia Practice. During a full-body hyperthermia treatment, the patient sweats out hundreds of milliliters-and sometimes up to a liter-of sweat and receives corresponding amounts of pure, filtered water to compensate. This helps to improve well-being after fever therapy. Other, milder, ways to detox via sweating include sitting in a classic Finnish sauna or an infrared sauna, which you can do at home if you have the right equipment.…

Q Our 12-year-old neutered male Yorkie, Biffy, has been diagnosed with a collapsing trachea. He has stopped responding to steroids, and we do not want surgery for him. Please suggest holistic remedies that can stop his cough and give him a good quality of life. A Tracheal collapse is a common problem in toy and miniature dog breeds like Yorkshire terriers, toy poodles and Pomeranians, especially among obese and middle-aged dogs. The trachea, also known as the “windpipe,” is a flexible tube supported by C-shaped cartilage rings that hold the airway open during respiration. Tracheal collapse occurs when these rings weaken and flatten. Its cause is unknown and is suspected to be due to multiple factors. Since it affects mostly small dog breeds, a genetic component may be involved. Stress,…

Inflammation is a healthy and normal immune system response to injury, pathogens and toxins. For example, in wound healing, the inflammatory response rushes white blood cells to the injury site to help repair and regenerate tissues and promote healing. This type of acute inflammation, characterized by redness, heat, and swelling of tissues and joints, is temporary and vital to the healing process. Similarly, if you have a cold, flu or other illness, the immune system is triggered. It sends those same white blood cells to fight and destroy the virus and clean up the aftermath to restore balance and wellness. But chronic inflammation is another story. Long-term inflammation can wreak havoc on your body, resulting in serious health conditions such as heart disease, arthritis, type 2 diabetes, cancer and even…

If you suspect skin cancer—or any cancer, for that matter—rest assured you have options regarding screening tools and diagnostic tests. Specialized blood tests Several specialized blood tests are extremely effective when it comes to early cancer detection. Though they are underutilized in conventional oncology, we use them regularly at the Cancer Center for Healing. The tests below can identify biomarkers that point to cancer activity before signs and symptoms show on physical exams, routine blood tests and imaging scans. They also help monitor treatment effectiveness and guide both conventional and integrative treatment protocols. Phosphohexose isomerase (PHI) is also called autocrine motility factor and is an enzyme involved in anaerobic metabolism. Elevations have been tied to increased tumor activity in cancers of the skin, liver and other sites. Normal range: 15.6–31.4…

It's essential for everyone to perform regular skin checks. Prevention and early detection are crucial aspects of skin cancer treatment. Any unusual growth or sore that doesn't heal on its own or any suspicious mole should be investigated further. Use the following guidelines in your assessment. Asymmetry – Look for asymmetrical moles in which the two halves do not match. Border – The borders of an early skin cancer are often uneven. Look for edges that are scalloped or notched. Color – Various colors within the same mole are another warning signal and may indicate skin cancer. Diameter – Skin cancers are typically larger in diameter than a pencil eraser. Evolving – Any size, shape, or color change warrants further investigation. REFERENCES 1 Ann Pietrangelo, “What Is the ABCDE Rule…

Who needs doctors? ChatGPT—the artificial intelligence (AI) bot that already seems to be taking over the world of web search—is answering health concerns better than a real doctor and is even showing more empathy. That's right, a robot shows more concern about your health problems than your doctor does. In one of the first studies to match doctors against the bot, researchers from the University of California at San Diego (UCSD) asked a panel of three healthcare professionals to assess how doctors and ChatGPT responded to real-life health questions. They preferred the bot's answers to 141 of the 195 questions that had been gleaned from Reddit, a social media platform. “ChatGPT messages responded with nuanced and accurate information that often addressed more aspects of the patient's questions than the physician…