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FDA Consumer Alert System

 

Are you currently taking a prescription drug? Are you aware if a study is been done because of reported adverse effects; or if the drug has been 'pulled off the market'? For those of you taking Naproxen, are you aware that a recent study (Dec 2004) for its effect on elderly people, had to be halted because of 'increased cardiovascular events associated with drug therapy?' If you are elderly and having heart problems, and currently taking Naproxen, or it's counterpart Celecoxib, you may want to read this as soon as possible. Here is a link to copy and paste for Naproxen and Celecoxib: into the address line: http://www.fda.gov/cder/drug/InfoSheets/HCP/Naproxen-hcp.pdf

 

Even if you are not taking a prescription drug, this link may be valuable for your family members and friends who are. As a consumer you can read a valuable quarterly report. This article appeared in "Daily Health News", and may be of value to you...

 

FDA Makes Drug Safety Alerts Available Online

 

All too often we hear belatedly that a popular prescription drug has been taken off the market because it was found to have dangerous side effects. Ideally, drug testing should be thorough enough that there will be no surprises after a pharmaceutical product is okayed for doctors to prescribe to consumers... but that hasn't been the case and perhaps never will be. Even large-scale studies can't anticipate results when used in the broader population and over a longer period of time. In an attempt to provide information to consumers on early-stage safety investigations, the FDA has now started posting a quarterly online report listing drugs that are under investigation because adverse event reports have been filed. The goal is to provide an alert to potential safety issues as they emerge, so consumers can have informed discussions with their healthcare provider about whether or not to take a particular drug.

 

"These reports are valuable and important," says Larry D. Sasich, PharmD, an assistant professor of pharmacy practice at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM). He acknowledged that pharmacists and physicians have historically come up short when it comes to communicating drug risk information to patients -- it makes sense, therefore, for the FDA to make such information available directly to consumers, not only to increase awareness, but also to disseminate news of potential safety problems faster.

 

The online report is taken from the FDA's Adverse Event Reporting System (AERS), a database that contains adverse drug reports from pharmaceutical manufacturers, healthcare professionals and patients. These include a variety of problems, ranging from fairly minor (such as skin rashes) to those that are potentially life-threatening.

 

Twenty drugs with potential safety issues were listed in the first report, which was published in September 2008 -- for example, natalizumab (Tysabri), a drug used for people with multiple sclerosis, is being investigated for a possible link to skin cancer.

 

Drugs listed in this report aren't necessarily definitively dangerous -- inclusion means only that the FDA has identified a potential safety issue and is examining the drug more closely. It's up to us to make our own decisions about whether or not to stop taking a drug that appears on the list, dependent upon the risk identified and the severity of the condition for which it's being taken, says Dr. Sasich, who notes "these reports are a credible source of information that consumers should check before they have new prescriptions filled."

 

Also, it is smart to check periodically to see whether a drug you're already on (particularly if it is relatively new to market) has recently been listed -- but be aware that what's listed is only as good as the information provided to the FDA. We already know that only a small percentage of problems ever get reported... and those are the only ones that will make it to the Web site. Be especially careful if your doctor is prescribing a drug for off-label use. Note: If a drug you are taking is on the list, it's a sign the safety information ought to be taken seriously indeed and discussed with your doctor.

... and those are the only ones that will make it to the Web site. Be careful if your doctor is prescribing a drug for off-label use. If a drug you are taking is on the list, it's a sign the safety information ought to be taken seriously indeed and discussed with your doctor.

 

Here's how to find drug information on the FDA Web site and access the quarterly report:

Go to www.fda.gov/cder/drugsafety.htm.

Under "Latest Safety Information," (about half way down the page) click on "Quarterly Reports on Potential Signals of Serious Risks/New Safety Information Identified by the Adverse Event Reporting System (AERS)" to see the most recent quarterly report. For the time being at least, you'll need to look through all the posted reports to see whether a particular drug appears on any of them -- each quarterly report identifies only those drugs for which new safety information or potential signs of serious risks have been identified through AERS during the previous quarter.

 

To learn more about a drug listed in the report, go back to "Latest Safety Information." Click on "Index to Drug-Specific Information." or use this link: http://www.fda.gov/cder/drug/DrugSafety/DrugIndex.htm

Here you will find public health advisories, medication guides (information written specifically for patients that must be distributed by pharmacists for certain drugs with serious public health concerns) and other patient information.

Source(s): Larry D. Sasich, PharmD, MPH, is an assistant professor of pharmacy practice at the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine (LECOM) School of Pharmacy.

Be well,

Carole Jackson

Tags: Prescription Drugs FDA Alert Drug Safety Naproxen Celecoxib

The Spirit Can Heal Us - Health Blog

More and more, I am becoming aware of the part that our spirit and emotions play in keeping us healthy, and healing us when ill.  Recently, I've been reading a book called Vibrational Medicine, by Richard Gerber, M.D.. While there some ideas in the book that I disagree with, it contains a smorgasbord of ideas and information that have to do with vibrations that can heal, their administration, and use, and scientific studies.  I have read other books about how healing at the spiritual level creates healing at the physical level. 

When Jesus began his earthly ministry, he announced that He had been sent to preach the gospel and to heal.  He opened the book of Isaiah and read the passage: The Spirit of the Lord hath anointed me to preach the gospel to the poor; he hath sent me to heal the brokenhearted, to preach deliverance to the captives, and recovering of the sight of the blind, to set at liberty them that are bruised, and to preach the acceptable year of the Lord.  Then he closed the book, and announced to all who were in the synagogue: This day is this scripture fulfilled in your ears. (Luke 4:18-21.)  The people in the synagogue were surprised and frightened saying, isn't this the man who we saw as a child growing up in Cana?  Why then does he declare himself to be a God, able to heal us?  And then they tried to throw him over a cliff.

We often think of the Lord physically healing of the blind, lame, deaf, dumb, and dead.  But his real message was for us to realize his purpose and mission.  If we would just come to Him, we can be healed.  Since coming to Christ not only involves true sorrow for our sins, repenting, being baptized and taking his name upon us, but also giving up our will to Him, and honoring his sacrifice on our behalf, as well as learning to be like him (keeping all of his commandments); I believe that coming to Christ is a lifestyle, which takes a lifetime to learn how to do it properly - or longer. 

Even the simplest of his commandments may take a lifetime to learn.  For instance, the Lord admonished us to 'judge not that ye be judged'.  I have learned that it is part of human nature to judge everything very often, especially other fellow beings.  Often, before we learn all about another, we draw early closure (judgment).  Being a human tendency, we think it is okay to do this, but it isn't, and often leads us down an errant pathway.  If, however, we are able to suspend our judgment until we know everything there is to know about something, we would draw a different conclusion.  Since it is not possible for us to 'see into the heart of a man, as the Lord does' we are not able to 'know everything there is to know' about our fellow beings.  I believe this is why we are told not to judge others at all, but to leave judgment up to the One who does know all things.  I believe that if a person were able to live each of the Lord's commandments to their fullest extent, we would experience spiritual, emotional, and physical healing, which makes the journey well worth the effort.

Several talks given by prominent LDS people that speak about this subject of the Spirit of the Lord being able to heal us.

Elder Loren C. Dunn wrote: "I will always remember the experience of that evening when the Spirit healed me. It reconfirmed to me that if our hearts are right, we can go before the Lord and in one degree or another and in one way or another he will send the healing influence of the Spirit, and that the Spirit not only heals, but it also unites. This need not be a singular experience but can happen often."
Loren C. Dunn, of the First Quorum of the Seventy, Liahona, 1981, pg. 36.

Marion G. Romney stated: "Men cannot be made truly happy by having something conferred upon them from the outside. The scriptures tell of repeated healings from physical disorders performed by the Savior during his ministry...  Real joy and happiness consists of being healed spiritually. It comes from inside." - Ensign Sept 1973, pg. 2

R. Val Johnson stated: "Happiness, soul-deep happiness, has little to do with outward circumstances. It has everything to do with inner peace. And that peace comes when our lives are so in harmony with the Lord’s that the Holy Spirit can heal our broken hearts and make us whole... we can then claim our birthright—that peace, that joy which passes all understanding. - The Purpose of Life, Ensign, April 1993, pg. 22

Sister Jeanette W. Bennett talked about the importance of the Sacrament, repentance, and forgiveness.  She stated: "I realized that just as my body had physical scars it was trying to heal, my spirit was also pocked and scarred by careless things I had done. Heavenly Father knew we would hurt ourselves spiritually on earth, so he sent his Son to help us heal our wounds." Liahona April 1997, pg. 8.

One LDS Hymn states: "Let the Holy Spirit guide; let him teach us what is true.  He will testify of Christ, light our minds with Heaven's view.  Let the Spirit heal our hearts; thru his quiet, gentle power. May we purify our lives to receive him hour by hour." - Let the Holy Spirit Guide, by Penelope Moody Allen.

Gospel Questions and Answers, Tambuli, April 1985, 29-31 teaches of the importance of true repentance in the healing process: "We read in the Doctrine and Covenants that the spirit is much like the body, only that the matter which constitutes the spirit is “more fine or pure” (D&C 131:7). If we suffer major trauma to the body we visit a doctor, and he will prescribe a course to make us whole again. The same holds true for an injury or insult to the spirit. In order for the spirit to heal properly, part of the therapy is confession."

Recently, I talked to my LDS Chiropractor about becoming more and more aware of the impact that the emotions and spiritual light have upon the physical health of our body. He told me that he believes that they impact us greatly.   I asked about the use of AMI and Voll Meters (used by Chiropractors/Holistic Healers) to detect meridian blockages and energy flow. He told me that Muscle Reflex Technology (MRT) is a much easier way to test.  Apparently, whenever there is an unresolved emotional issue, it becomes lodged in the emotional seat, which impacts the body, causing a blockage of energy flow to the various bodily organs. When he is working with a patient, he is able to detect these blockages and dislodge them, returning the normal energy flow to the various areas of the body.  He has used this technique on all his patients with much success.  First, he does the physical structure alignments that are needed; and then he muscle tests the patient while the patient touches various areas in the body that had pain.  Then he uses the blockage release technique (body reflexology), and tests again.  Usually he is able to clear the blocked energy flow successfully.  I have noticed that as I walk out of his office, I nearly always feel new surging energy flowing through my system.  You can read more about Muscle Reflex Technology or Kinesiology at these links:
http://www.webnat.com/MRT/2Introduction.asp
http://www.healthline.com/galecontent/reflexology

For the past week, my husband and I have been using a Relaxation and Self Instruction Tape for Healing at night, and have noticed both large and small changes happening in our lives as a result.  We are more relaxed during the day, even when stressful events happen.  We are more productive, feeling physically stronger, and mentally more alert.  We are happier as individuals, and as a couple.  Some of the dreams we have had since seem to be helping us resolve unresolved emotional issues.  We are feeling happier, and seem to relate better when together.  These are just a few things we have noticed so far.  To me, this is just one more piece of the healing puzzle.  I have come to agree with research done by others: I think that there is much emotional and spiritual healing that can be experienced; given the right tools, and proper motivation to do so; and that this healing will then lead to tremendous physical healing.  (Did I mention that I've been able to walk a lot better this past week also?)

I hope you are will be able to discover the truth about these things for yourself.  And if you already know the truth, you will share your story with the rest of us?

Herbal Lady

Tags: Emotional Spiritual Physical Healing Muscle Reflexology Kinesology

All Men Live Lives of Quiet Desperation...

 

I had a boss once remind me of this; David Henry Thoureau said it first, and to my dismay, I have found it to be true. There are many men who quietly suffer their anxieties and stress, living lives of desperation, and feeling like they have no where to turn; and there are many women who suffer also (but usually not so quietly). This last weekend, my husband attended a Church Disciplinary Council, in which one of the Bishops in our Stake was excommunicated. According to Church protocol, he did not tell me or anyone else about who it was or what the man did. However, I correctly guessed, and after I had prayed vocally for the couple, he looked up and asked with great surprise, I didn't think you knew...

 

The reason I guessed can be attributed to several factors, the first being that as a couple, we were friends with the other couple. My husband didn't see Mark's (not his real name) problems - as a good member of the church, and a Bishop, he sustained the man, and helped him to the best of his abilities. However, as a healer and a friend, I called him into a side room several times last year (each time I could do it inconspicuously) and asked him: How are you doing Mark? To which he always replied (as is common, even when someone finds themself in a bad position): Fine.

 

Now, I did not believe this, for a variety of reasons. 1) To me, he did not look fine - he looked like his stress level was off the charts - I actually saw him walk into a doorway, and bump into several walls - and not because he had been drinking; 2) His wife is very ill, and I had been working with her, and knew somewhat of her health difficulties, and know that when one spouse endures severe health problems, it puts a large strain on the other, and can break up the marriage; and 3) When he talked to me and others, he often seemed as if he was elsewhere - a sign that all is not well.

 

When Mark finally did confide his main health concern - that he was incredibly tired all the time, I asked him about his diet, and found he was consuming about three of the large cans of Red Bull or other caffeinated drinks daily. Now, this is not a common thing for a Bishop to do, but I found out it was because of long travel times; he and his wife were putting about 130,000 miles on their pickup every year just in getting to and from work, picking up and dropping of their kids, and trying to get supplies of food into the house. This is because they live in a very isolated small town (it has no gas stations, grocery stores or other services); and both have to drive quite a ways to get to work - he 90 miles, and she 50 miles, and the children also have to be bussed or shuttled to and from their schools and other activities, such as seminary, and sports activities at least 50 miles one way. I told him that needed to get rid of the Red Bulls, as soon as possible - because soon his low energy levels were going to turn into a complete shutdown, where he would wake up one day and be unable to move or function. He did cut back on the Red Bulls, and did start taking dietary supplements, but he didn't decrease his crazy lifestyle. Although his wife did make some other good progress changes in her dietary routine, she continued taking bi-monthly cortizone shots in her elbows and knees for arthritic pain. His health did not decrease, but rather, as he begin to feel better, he began looking for options to get out of his crazy life.

 

Then one day, Mark did something that is very bad for married couples. Afterward, he was truly sorry, and it led him down the path of confession to the Stake President, and soon, Church Discipline. Now, I can't begin to tell you how this made my husband feel. He came home so upset that he just sat on the bed in the bedroom crying and holding on to me as if his world had just crashed in. But after he had cried for awhile, I explained what I had seen six months ago - that Mark and his wife had reached the point of no longer taking care of each other's needs, and both of their emotional cups were empty. They often did not sit together, even in the same room, they did not validate each other - and often came and went to church activities without any communication happening between them at all.

 

That is when Mark began reaching out to others; which does not excuse his mistake in the eyes of the Lord, but it does explain some of his emotions. Now, as it so happens, even though his wife is very ill, she is a very loving person, and wants to work the marriage out. I applaud her and support her in her decision, and I know that her lot will be difficult for a while, as will their children's. One of their daughters is in my husband's class, and he said that the look on her face during that time was something akin to complete devastation, and when he questioned her a bit, she wouldn't say why, but now he knows why.

 

As I said at the beginning... a lot of people are living lives of quiet desperation. Perhaps you are, or know a couple or an individual like this one? If you do, take time to reach out to them in love and prayer now, before it's too late. Try not to avoid seeing the warning signs of stress and anxiety in your friends and loved ones. Choosing not to see, and help if you can, leads you to a path of terrible regret when something like this happens. I know because I've done it in the past. I have found that even the smallest thing can change someone's feelings about their lives, if that 'thing' is a prayer on their behalf.

 

About five years ago we decided to put a concept to the test that I would like to share with you. The leaders of the ward and stakes were given a directive by the First Presidency of the Church to choose five people to pray about in their respective organizations. My husband had three callings at the time, High Councilor, Stake Clerk, and Ward Clerk, so he considered everyone in our ward that we knew as LDS saints, and several people in our stake, to be 'in his organization', so we made up a list of all the people we could think of that needed our prayers, and posted a list on the fridge. The list started with our family members and close friends, and has since grown to include over 1000 people. We began praying for 'our family members and friends - those whose names are on the list' twice daily.

 

At first, I didn't know it was making a difference. But since then, I have realized that it has made a tremendous difference in their lives. Once in a great while we tell the person "we're praying for you", but mostly, they do not know. One LDS friend in particular was working in Phoenix (five hours of driving away) and was wanting to work closer to home; but was unable to find work. He found out we had been praying for him, after he got a good paying job much closer to home. He is now our ward's Bishop, and we are very thankful for him and his family, believe me.

 

But there are other things that have happened in the last five years as a result of our prayers on their behalf. One woman in another ward was unable to get her husband to sign the divorce papers, even though he had moved in with someone else, and they had been living together as couple for over five years. As a result, she and her five children were unable to qualify for benefits that they were eligible for, and he did not pay child support. She knew that she could try to force the issue, but as he was an attorney, and as she couldn't afford one that was better than he, she just tolerated the situation. Since we began praying for her and her family, he willingly signed the papers, began paying child-support, and she has been able to meet and date another stalwart LDS man, and get remarried.

 

There are hundreds of these stories I could tell. My grandchildren (we have over 70) have all lived through a variety of difficulties. We have not had to bury any of our children (we have 9), stepchildren (we have 16), grandchildren, or great-grandchildren (we have 4). My mother (the only parent living) has had a strong softening towards the gospel (she is not a member). Our siblings have benefited greatly from our prayers also. Our friends and loved ones have been very blessed and protected, and I can testify that this is a direct result of our prayers on their behalf.

 

I have a strong testimony of the power of prayer on behalf of those who are struggling, and nearly everyone is. If you know of someone who is having a tough time of it, try this directive, and I testify that you will see amazing results.

 

Herbal Lady 

Tags: Prayer Emotional Distress

 

Aspartame and Autoimmune Disorders such as Multiple Sclerosis, Fibromyalgia, Lupus, Chronic Fatigue - Health Blog (Reloaded 02/20/09)

 

About a month ago a friend called and asked me what natural remedies might help her family member with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). While I was doing research, I ran upon something that I have known for sometime, but I began to wonder how many people were aware of it - the many faces of Aspartame/chemical poisoning. After I sent her the information, I lay in bed thinking about it for a long time. It affects the lives of so many people in so many ways. And as so many people are suffering (estimated 350,000 in the US alone, 8-10% of all women), I wanted to share some of the information with every sufferer of the symptoms. The things I am sharing are known by others, but perhaps not by you, so please read on...

 

I have, for sometime now, become increasingly more suspicious about the role played upon our health by the aspartame products in the market known as 'NutraSweet', 'Equal', and 'Spoonful'. There are over 5,000 products currently being marketed as 'sugar-free' which use it, and the manufacturers are not required by the FDA to state that the product has aspartame in it, including most yoghurts. Be aware: if the product says 'sugar-free' but tastes sweet, and doesn't state 'aspartame free', most likely it is being sweetened with aspartame.

 

"The dangers of aspartame poisoning have been a well guarded secret since the 1980's. The research and history of aspartame is conclusive as a cause of illness and toxic reactions in the human body. Aspartame is a dangerous chemical food additive, and its use during pregnancy and by children is one of the greatest modern tragedies of all."

- Janet Starr Hull @ www.sweetpoison.com.

 

"There are over 92 different health side effects associated with aspartame consumption... [which] dissolves into solution and can therefore travel throughout the body and deposit within any tissue. The body digests aspartame unlike saccharin, which does not break down within humans. The multitude of aspartame side effects are [according to] your genetic ... physical weaknesses." - Janet Starr Hull @ www.sweetpoison.com

 

Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is considered to be an autoimmune disorder wherein the bodies T-cells aim themselves at the myelin sheath surface proteins. In the cerebral spinal fluid of MS patients, it has been found that there is a significantly higher level of aldehydes, including formaldehyde. The action of aldehydes in the body is more evident at higher temperatures. - Chinese Herbal Treatment @ http:/www.itmonline.org/arts/msalsmg.htm.

 

Dr. Weil.com @ http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/id/QAA35890, states that the medical profession has not found any one thing that causes MS, and that the drug called beta-interferon is most often used for treating it, but is doesn't cure it, it is expensive, and has unpleasant side effects. He recommends dietary changes and the addition of vitamin and mineral supplements and ginger to the diet.

 

This website: http://www.medhelp.org/forums/neuro/archive/14204.html offers a large quantity of information about the various ailments caused by aspartame/formaldehyde, including those commonly diagnosed with having MS. It appears, typically, in those who drink diet drinks, including Diet Coke or Diet Pepsi (usually 3 to 4 -12oz cans per day). It can appear with systemic lupus-type of symptoms. The symptoms listed are: spasms, shooting pains, numbness in the legs, cramps, vertigo, dizziness, headaches, tinnitus, joint pain, depression, anxiety attacks, slurred speech, blurred vision, memory or vision loss. Other symptoms are fibromyalgia-like symptoms, inability to walk, neurological problems of all kinds, the brain's chemistry is affected, severe seizures appear, the drug changes the dopamine level in the brain, causes birth defects. The diet drinks are not 'diet' products at all, but are the opposite - they make you crave carbohydrates and will make you fatter.

 

Aspartame/formaldehyde stores in the fat cells, particularly the fat and thighs; it is deadly for diabetics, because it keeps the blood sugar levels out of control, causing some patients to go into a coma and then death. Memory loss is due to the fact that aspartic acid and phenylalanine are neurotoxic without the other amino acids found in proteins. It crosses the blood brain barrier and deteriorates the neurons of the brain. See also this website: Aspartame - the Shocking story of the world's bestselling sweetner @ http://www.wnho.net/the_ecologist_aspartame_report.htm

 

This website has a "Aspartame Detoxification Program" that promises to scrub the body clean inside and out. It works to remove toxic metals from the body tissues and organs, bloodstream. http://www.sweetpoison.com/aspartame-detox-process.html. I do not know if it really works, and would like to get some feedback on it, if you do try it.

 

This website http://www.healthy-holistic-living.com/aspartame-poison.html speaks of the strong link between Aspartame consumption and Multiple Sclerosis and Lupus. It explains that the extremely toxic aspartame, is made by Monsonto, (the same company that is putting toxic BSP in the milk and in the lining of all aluminum cans). Aspartame causes you to gain weight, changes the brain's chemistry, causes seizures, and is particularly deadly for those suffering from Parkinson's disease.

 

The toxic ingredient is wood alcohol, which when the temperature exceeds 86 degrees, is converted into formaldehyde, and then to formic acid, which in turn causes metabolic acidosis. Formaldehyde kills quietly, and causes all kinds of neurological problems. People with severe aspartame poisoning are often diagnosed as having Lupus, Multiple Sclerosis, Fibromyalgia, Diabetes, and Alzheimer’s Disease.

 

Some symptoms mentioned that are associated with aspartame and MS are difficulty walking; blurred vision; light, sun, and heat sensitivity; chronic fatigue; flashes of light in front of the eyes; debilitating muscle weakness all over the body - especially the legs; painful and embarrassing muscle spasms; loss of muscle coordination overall; numbness - especially in the hands, legs and feet; tingling and burning sensations which move throughout the body; slurred speech and stuttering; memory loss; loss of balance; loss of the use of the legs; loss of depth perception; loss of sense of taste; cold hands and feet; bowel and urinary incontinence; partial paralysis.

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The website: http://www.sweetpoison.com/articles/0706/aspartame_symptoms_submit.html

discusses that the problems of Aspartame Poisoning were sent to the FDA - to no avail - in 1995. The symptoms of Aspartame Poisoning submitted to the FDA on April 20, 1995 are:

Headaches - 21.1%; Dizziness/poor equilibrium - 11.2%; Change of Mood - 10.0%

Vomiting or Nausea - 9.8%; Abdominal pain and cramps - 6.9%;

Change in Vision, for the worse - 5.5%; Diarrhea - 5.0%

Seizures and Convulsions - 4.4%; Memory Loss - 3.9%

Fatigue, weakness - 3.7%; Other neurological problems - 3.7%Rashes - 3.4%; Sleep Problems - 3.1%; Hives - 2.9%; Changes in heart rate - 3.8%

Itching, numbness, tingling - 2.7%; Gran Mal Seizures - 2.6%Local Swelling - 1.7%; Change in Activity Level - decreased - 1.7%Difficulty Breathing - 1.7%;

Oral Sensory Changes - Loss of taste - 1.7%

Changes in Menstrual patterns - 1.6%; Other Symptoms, not listed - 1.6%

The food items that most caused bad reactions because of Aspartame that were reported to the FDA in 1995 were:

Diet Soft Drinks - 45.9%; Table Top Sweeteners - 26.1%

Puddings - gelatins - 9.6%; Lemonade - 6.2%

Kool Aid and Other drinks - 5.1%; Chewing Gum - 4.8%

Hot Chocolate - 4.8%; Frozen Confections - 2.1%

Cereal - 1.8%; Sugar Substitute Tablets - 1.1%; Breath Mints - .9%

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Aspartame is the common denominator for over 92 different health symptoms and the root of many modern 'diseases'.Other Aspartame Poisoning symptoms found in children, but not listed:

Severe Headaches, Migraines

Ear aches

Stomach aches and Nausea

Clumsiness and Vertigo

Blindness, temporary visual loss

Hyperactive at times; Lethargy at other times

Slurred Speech

Loose stools, diarrhea and cramping

Head pain

Vomiting

No appetite, burning tongue with some foods

Seizures

Apnea

Twitching in the limbs

Liver poisoning/dysfunction

Hard time standing up

Acute toxicity, unusually high liver enzyme levels

Confusion, Depression

Impairment of Articulation

Weight Gain

Insomnia

from:http://www.sweetpoison.com/

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Based on what I researched this is what I recommend, if you have any of these symptoms, and are suspicious that it is tied to aspartame use:

* Start by throwing everything in the house away that has aspartame in it and never using them again. If it has a sweet taste and says ‘sugar free’ most likely it has aspartame in it. Some examples are soft/diet drinks, lemonade, chewable vitamins, etc.

* Begin by cleansing the Liver & Pancreas; this will begin the body cleanse by freeing up the liver and pancreas to be able to process further toxins better;

* Take an all-natural Multiple Vitamin and Mineral Formula daily for several months during the cleansing and healing period; this will help the body have a higher immunity level and the nutrients it needs to heal.

* Change the diet to be as nutritionally correct as possible; i.e., reduce intake of red meats to a minimum, eat as many fresh fruits and vegetables as well as whole grains, and drink as much pure water as possible.

* Take a Parasite and Worm Formula, a Colon Cleanse Formula, and Toxin Cleanse Formula; after the liver and pancreas have been cleansed. This will kill most of the parasites and worms, cleanse the colon, and remove the larger portion of heavy metals, and chemical toxins, making it easier for the body to heal.

* Take a good Omega Essential Fatty Acid supplement (about 1000mg), as well as Vitamin C (about 200mg) and Vitamin E (about 200 mg), twice daily as long as there is pain in the muscles and nerves. It helps the body heal, and is good for pain.

* Use an all natural pain cream or ointment (with cinnamon essential oil in it) on the various parts of the body that become hot and inflamed. Essential oils are anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal. The live essence of the plant will penetrate into the skin and 'go after' the things that shouldn't be there. They can cause viruses to go dormant, kill bacteria, and release toxins. If it is 'working', it will heat up, so if it doesn't heat up, then it is not 'working', test it on the arms and legs first, and then move in to the chest, stomach, etc. Never put the oils in the eyes, ears, nose, mouth, or on the private parts.

 

Note: Cinnamon is known to pull some of the worst toxins out of the body, and can be used in its strong, undiluted form (neat) only on the bottom of the feet by adults. If you want to accelerate the cleansing process, you can put a very thin layer of it on the bottom of the feet before going to bed at night and again in the morning after your shower (put socks on after a few minutes). Don't put it neat on anything else because it is too hot. Don't use it neat on children, mix with olive or almond oil 1:2 (1 part cinnamon to 2 parts mixing oil) or 1:3, before putting on their feet. Be sure to drink plenty of water when cleansing the body.

 

Note: To further speed up the cleansing process, I recommend a blend of parsley root and peppermint tea be taken everyday. Drink it with a bit of lemon and honey in it hot (1 cup up to 4 times daily). To make the tea, purchase the powdered or fresh herbs; heat four cups of water to a boil, remove from the heat, and stir in 2 teaspoons of each herb. Let the mixture steep for at least 10 minutes, then strain through a paper towel, add honey and lemon, and sip the first cup warm with breakfast. Set the rest aside for the next two meals, and drink once again before bedtime.

Note: Although I myself have done each of the recommendations, and have found them to be beneficial, I am not sure if they will work for you, so please let me know how they work for your particular symptoms, as I am very interested in learning more. Each of us is responsible for our own health, we cannot pass that responsibility to another.

Thanks, HerbalLady

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"When you push against the boundaries of experience into the twilight of the unknown, the Lord will strengthen you. The beauty of your eternal soul will begin to unfold." Richard G. Scott, Ensign, Nov. 2003, 41

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Trials come to us all: "Some have supposed that trials are reserved only for the disobedient. But the scriptures make it clear that even the humble and obedient will face tribulation. Experience is a great teacher, and sometimes our hardest experiences can be our greatest teachers (see D&C 122:7). This may be why we are commanded to give thanks for all things (see Eph. 5:30). Some blessings come to us painfully. But the Lord promises that 'he who receiveth all things with thankfulness shall be glorious'. (D&C 78:19). - Carolyn Wright, Tambuli, Nov 1994, pg 11.

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"I have cherished from childhood the truth that God is a personal being, and is, indeed, our Father whom we can approach in prayer and receive answers thereto. I cherish as one of the dearest experiences of life the knowledge that God hears the prayer of faith. It is true that the answers to our prayers may not always come as direct and at the time, nor in the manner, we anticipate; but they do come, and at a time and in a manner best for the interests of him who offers the supplication.” 

- Teachings of Presidents of the Church: David O. McKay, 71

 

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Tags: Autoimmune Disorders Chemical Poisoning Aspartame

Adopted!!!

 

Today, February 17, 2009 something wonderful happened.  I was officially adopted into a Navajo (Dine' or The People) Clan!  After the Bishop called this morning and asked me, I went over to the LDS chapel to play the organ for a funeral, and discovered is was the Aunt of a dear family friend from Window Rock who had passed away.

 

After the funeral, a member of our Stake Presidency, whose aunt it was, came over to thank me for the music, and I told him I was most happy to play for he and his family, and would have volunteered had I known earlier, as I have great respect for the family.  I asked a few questions about his family's genealogy, which I happen to have spent some time helping with sometime ago, and expressed some concern that his aunt did not get her temple work done before passing, as she was too ill, but had been eligible for quite some time.

 

My Navajo friend, who is a respected member of the Church, and also considered to be an Elder among his people, surprised me by saying: We have decided: We would like to officially adopt you into our clan - the Todechine or Bitter Water Clan!  Of course, I accepted right away.  My eyes were wet with tears of happiness and surprise, as I have always felt a bit left out, since my husband was adopted into another clan over 20 years ago, and I have never had one.  He had explained that it can take quite a while to be adopted by a Navajo family, as they must be sure they can trust you in everyway, and to not get into a hurry or try to push it, but that it would happen in it's own time.  So as you can imagine, I felt greatly honored at todays events.

 

I went on line and found out that "strangers are sometimes adopted into a clan, and this gives them a status in the tribe." (1)  Most Navajo tribes are Matriarical, meaning that the oldest living female family member leads family meetings, and usually conducts and instructs.  When she is unable, her husband or oldest male relative takes over.  As it turns out, we have known and loved this man's mom (who is widowed) for some time now.   

 

Afterward, I began to wonder - what will my new name be, since it is tradition to receive a new name?  I  decided I would like to be named 'one who heals, with God's help'.  I looked up the words on-line, but could not find them; perhaps soon I will figure them out and how to pronounce them.  I did find out that traditional Navajo approach to healing is to restore the sick to hozhooji (phychological or perfect state of mental health) or in otherwords to bring spiritual and emotional healing to the sick.  I have done quite a bit of reading on spiritual healing and figured out that this how it is where all true healing begins.  It it an aspect that I am currently working on with several of my friends.  Until then, I sincerely pray that I am able to make it so, for myself, my family members, and friends.  Navajo healers are called Hataalii.  To be completely well/whole is said to be sa'a naghai bik'e hozho. Sa'a Naghai means long life and Bik'e Hozho means having joiy for all living things - on the trail of wholeness.

 

Herbal Lady

 

(1) http://www.scribd.com/doc/890563/Canyons-of-the-Colorado-by-J-W-Powell

 

Tags: Navajo Clan Todechine Adoption

Short Review of an Amazing Book

The Ultimate Healing System, By Dr. Donald Lepore, N.D. (1985)

Breakthrough in Nutrition, Kinesiology and Holistic Healing Techniques, Course Manual

 

This book, which "is intended for use by Medical Doctors, Osteopaths, Chiropractors, Doctors of Homeopathic Medicine, Nurses, Dieticians, Nutritionists, and other health care practitioners" has been one of the most helpful in Holistic healing that I have encountered so far. Since I have given information out of it in several blogs, I thought it might be helpful to let my friends and family members, who read my blogs know a bit more about it's contents. I purchased it about five years ago and keep it near by my work area so that I can refer to it often, along with a PDR, Merc Manual, and Back to Eden. It changed the entire course of healing for myself and my family.

 

It has information on Muscle Testing; Allergies & Antidotes; Vitamins and Minerals; Amino Acids and Digestive Enzymes; Herbal and Flower Remedies; Cell Salt and Glandular Therapy; Various Diseases, Addictions, and Contaminations; Water and Miracle Foods; Juice Therapy and Miscellaneous Therapies. Obviously, I can't share all of it with you, but can only wet your appetite for more. If you want to buy it, here is a link to a copy of it for under $15.00: http://www.tower.com/ultimate-healing-system-donald-lepore-paperback/wapi/109452734

 

One Amazon.com reader gave it 5 stars and wrote this in her review: "If Only I Had Known. After years of suffering with what I believed (and mistreated) as some mystery nasal allergy, I received relief in whatever time it took to digest a couple ... pills... If only I had read this book years ago, I could have saved hundreds of dollars on over-the-counter and prescription drugs." Sept. 29, 2000 (Lily B. Ruby) (42 of 42 people found her review helpful.)

 

Another reader wrote this in the review: "There is a wealth of information here about herbs, minerals, vitamins, amino acids, and many other topics of interest to alternative health readers... Muscle Response Testing (MRT) is used to determine what we are allergic to... everything in this book takes you back to this unusual method of testing... Being open minded, I gave it a try even though it seems unscientific... One of the most valuable bits of advice in this book is that your state of mind deeply affects your health, and that worrying and being afraid will not do you any good. When you feel this way you are advised to say a prayer. This will re-focus you and turn your negativity around. The author is obviously very knowledgeable, and I believe him when he says he has helped many patients." March 22, 2002 (LF)

 

I agree with these reviews: "This book is filled with very valuable information on nutrition, healing, and self guidance to heal and keep healthy using kinesiology." "This little book has so much information on nutrition and muscle testing that I've not seen anywhere else; it ranks a the top of a huge field of books on nutrition and allergies." and "As a holistic practitioner, The Ultimate Healing System is on my 'suggested reading' list. I am all for having an informed client, and after reading this, THEY ARE INFORMED! ... There are easy to follow muscle testing exercises that individuals can do to see if they have adverse reactions to such things as even the supplements and vitamins they take... This is a great reference book to keep on hand at all times. But read it through FIRST!"

 

But my favorite Amazon reader review is this one: "O.K.... RUN (don't walk) to the closest website or bookstore and buy yourself a copy of [it]. I am only 50 pages into this book and am COMPLETELY floored with the AMAZING amount and quality of information on healing all kinds of allergies and diseases...I already took several nutrition courses and his infor. is WAAAAY beyond their levels!!! Yes, I used to think that Muscle Test Response was a 'twilight zone' method of diagnosing deficiencies, until I discovered that it works wonderfully for self-diagnosis... this book is my No. 1 favorite book on Nutrition that I have ever run across... Dr. Lepore, you have introduced me to the power to heal on the deepest level! GOD BLESS YOU!" (Joyce E. Stotts - Integrated Health Pathways, Newark, NY)

 

Dr. Lepore gives specific points on the body that can be checked for specific nutrient deficiencies, and then discusses how this particular deficiency impacts ones health, and how to overcome it. The one that I would like to share with you, as it has had a dramatic impact on our lives, is the delicate balance between Potassium and Sodium, checkpoints, and resolution.

 

(pg 70-75) "The Potassium M.R.T. point (muscle testing point) is 1/2 inch behind the hollow on the right cheek where the jaw bone starts to connect up. Place the 'pointer' finger in the hollow of the jaw, and where the 'index' finger touches you will find the correct point (on the right side of the face)." Muscle test this side for Potassium levels. (Put opposite arm straight out and resist someone who is checking you. If you are able to 'hold strong' your levels are fine, if not, your levels are low.) Muscle test the exact same spot on the other side of the face for the Sodium levels.

 

But he tells us about something much more simple on pg 73. Facial modality can be used to self-diagnose - look at yourself in the mirror. If there is a line that drops from the right corner of your mouth downward to the chin, this indicates that Potassium is needed. Also, if the right nostril gets clogged often, this could indicate a need for more Potassium. If there is a line that drops from the left corner of your mouth downward, Sodium is needed. If the left nostril often gets clogged, more Sodium is needed.  If both sides of the mouth have lines dropping downward, then the Potassium levels need to be increased, so that the Sodium you are already taking in can be digested.  [It is amazing, but I have actually seen these lines disappear on my own mouth and others over a period of a couple of days after taking a Potassium supplement.]  A lot of phlegm is in the throat, especially in the morning, accompanied by swollen tonsils (sore throat), indicates that there is a Sulfur deficiency. Potassium is more effective when taken with Vitamin B-6 and half as much Sodium.

 

[pg 70] Function of Potassium: "As far as I am concerned, Potassium is one of the most important and least understood minerals. It... carries the electrical... energy that nurtures and activates muscles and organs... Sodium and Potassium are responsible for maintaining proper fluid balance within the body's cells... Potassium regulates heart muscle action and arterial blood pressure. We have found that the diastolic pressure (lower number) can be reduced as much as 10 to 20 points in 15 minutes after drinking an 8 ounce glass of "Potassium Broth" such as carrot juice."

 

[pg 71] "Potassium helps carry our enzyme reactions throughout the body. Potassium regulates blood pH and is important in the formation of Glycogen in the liver, muscles, and cartilage. [It] assures the elasticity of muscles, and helps maintain different elements in solutions, it is also an important constituent of the right brain. When a stroke affects the right side, it is usually due to blood clotting related to a lack of Potassium... Potassium helps the kidneys eliminate waste matter, therefore assisting in eliminating blood impurities. Potassium is vital in preventing heart attacks (combined with Magnesium) by strengthening the heart. [It] feeds the entire endocrine system, and thus aids in the increase of glandular secretions." [pg 77] "Without sufficient Sodium, the blood could clot causing a stroke on the left side."

 

[pg 71] "Deficiency Symptoms: A lack of Potassium will cause a milk and milk product allergy. Lack of Potassium will also cause Edema if the Sodium level is too high in proportion to the Potassium level." "Walking around with a Potassium deficiency (causing a weak heart) is like driving a new Cadillac without gas!! It will die!! So will you!!" "Potassium and Sodium in foods... determines body strength, ability to adapt to climate and weather changes, and man's mentality... [it] is the main constituent of soft tissue, and can be considered the key mineral for maintaining naturally good health... lack of Potassium can also cause Sciatica on the right side."

 

[pg 72] "Note: Diuretics, Prednisone, ACTH, and Digitalis will deplete Potassium levels. Also, sweating in a hot climate will cause a loss of Potassium...[and Sodium]. The loss of these two electrolytes can cause instantaneous allergies to most 'non-green vegetables' which would cause diarrhea and nausea." ... [Potassium Chloride]... should never be used. In our research we utilize Bee Pollen and Alfalfa concentrate capsules as a source of natural Potassium. Each 500 mg. capsule of Bee Pollen contains approximately 300 mg. of Potassium. Each 500 mg. capsule of Alfalfa-concentrate contains 600 mg. of Potassium along with some Sodium in a perfect balanced ratio of two parts Potassium to one part Sodium. These natural sources of Potassium happen to be totally absorbable and without any side-effects!!!"

 

[pg 72] "Food Sources: Potatoes (especially the peelings), oranges, tomatoes, bananas, dulse, kelp, parsley, soybeans, rice bran, apricots, and dates. Raw Juice Sources: Carrots, Dandelion leaves, beet tops, blueberries, cabbage, coconut, endive, lettuce, mint leaves, parsley, spinach, pineapple, swiss chard, artichokes, brussel sprouts, grapes, green peppers, leek, rhubarb, celery and turnip leaves, wild black cherries, yellow tomatoes.

 

[pg 77] "Sodium is the most misunderstood mineral... a blood electrolyte... responsible for making blood minerals soluble...[it] contributes to the formation of saliva and other digestive enzymes while maintaining the correct amount of water in the body. Excessive sweating, vomiting, or high fever could cause a loss of Sodium which would cause a loss of water. Dehydration would result, therefore disrupting the fluid balance surrounding the cells... Sodium is an alkaline and will neutralize acidity in the blood and aid the lymphatics... need for proper muscle contraction, and also sustains the contractibility of mammalian muscles."

 

[pg 78] "The two minerals, Potassium and Sodium, must be correct balance for the body to function normally. The amount of Sodium ingested is regulated by the Adrenal hormone: Aldosterone, which controls the kidneys." "When the heart or the kidneys are not functioning normally, the sodium concentration within the cells rises. The cell cannot pump fast enough to eliminate this excess, and water is retained. This results in edema or swelling of the body tissues. This usually is caused by insufficient Potassium. A low Sodium diet is often erroneously advised for the treatment of edema. The thing to do is to elevate the Potassium level which would not diminish the amount of Sodium, but reduce Sodium's potent hold on the fluid... the body would then reduce it's Edemic condition... balancing out the electrolytes which should have a ratio of one Potassium to one Sodium." "Sodium is necessary to hold the body's Calcium and Magnesium in solution, while also preventing over-coagulation of the blood, thus protecting against blood clots in the brain and elsewhere which can cause a stroke!"

 

[pg 78] "The greatest crime Physicians are guilty of is administering Diuretics (water pills). These pills not only take the fluid out of the body, but also the Sodium Potassium, and minerals that might be in the solution, therefore starving the body of essential nutrients! It should be noted here that there is a difference in organic Sodium that exists in vegetables such as celery, okra, and spinach as compared to the insoluble, inorganic commercially produced table salt... [which] is not completely soluble in water or in the blood stream and it will adhere to the walls of the arteries... we suggest vegetables and fruits as the prime source of Sodium."

 

[pg 79] "When there is Sodium deficiency a person may become allergic to almost everything... one of the most obvious results of a low-Sodium situation is depression and crying for no logical reason." "If the Sodium level drops [too] low..., then everything will become allergic causing diarrhea and gas in the intestinal tract."

 

[pg 80] "A deficiency of Sodium can cause Arthritis pains, especially on the left side in the left knee, and Sciatica on the left side from the Sciatica point down the left leg, sometimes causing numbness in the toes and foot. A lack of Sodium can be a cause of Diabetes by preventing absorption of enough oxygen to burn up food carbons... can cause nausea, muscular weakness, heat exhaustion, mental apathy, and respiratory failure...[and an] allergic reactions to all foods. When this happens, the blood pressure's higher number (systolic) will rise, causing high blood pressure. This can be brought down 20 to 40 points in fifteen minutes by administering a six ounce glass of celery juice to the patient (celery juice is high in Sodium). If both Potassium and Sodium are deficient, the whole low back will ache.

 

[pg 80] "Food Sources for Sodium: Kelp, Irish moss, olives, dulse, and celery.

Raw Juice Sources: Celery, Carrots, Okra, Spinach, Strawberries, Apples, Asparagus, Beets, Cucumbers, Gooseberries, Plums, Radishes, Swiss Chard, Turnips." [pg 81] "Sodium is more effective when taken with: Vitamin D; Potassium. and is diminished by a lack of Chlorine and Potassium."

 

So there you have it folks - just a hint of the volume of information contained therein. Where before, I had always wondered if something would really help me, with the new techniques he gave, I was left to wonder no longer. Where I had been taking supplements in various forms, but often wondered if they really helped, now I had a way to test them. When I found the book, it was because we had traveled over 300 miles to an N.D. I trusted, and my husband had become violently ill.  We had tried many different supplements; gone to see seven different M.D.'s, one acupuncturist, and one chiropractor, but found little relief. The N.D. helped us change the way we worked together, the things we were doing for well-being, and the outlook on health in general. That was about five years ago, and it changed the course of our lives forever. She highly recommended that we purchase this book, and since then, I have used it to help many others. Perhaps it will be helpful to you also.

 

Herbal Lady

 

P.S.  About five years ago, my husband had high blood pressure, sciatica, diabetes, arthritis, extreme/chronic fatigue,  and they are no longer a part of his life.  Many of the health issues I had also have disappeared.  Most people our age take at least one prescription drug daily - we have no use or need for them.  Last year, just before the accident, I had a full physical done, including blood work, pap smear, and mammogram, and came back with a clean bill of health.  My husband also did a full physical and was given a clean bill of health.  During the accident, I think several people were astonished to find our good health levels, considering he is 54 and I am 50.   Since the accident we have been healing, and although we take herbs and supplements, and Excedrin for pain, we take nothing else - prescription wise.  We have a personal testimony that these things have worked for us, and others, and will work for you too, if you will have enough faith to try them.  Good luck and God Bless you in your endeavors.

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Do you have environmental and/or food allergies and sensitivities?
 Are you prone to mood swings?
Do you have digestive problems and/or leaky gut syndrome?
 Are you are anxious and very irritable at times?
Do you suffer with irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), colitis, or Crohn's Disease?
 Are you experiencing loss of memory and forgetfulness?
Do you have "brain fog"?
 Do you have 'speech difficulties'?
Do you have high blood pressure (hypertension)?
 Are you often extremely fatigued (Chronic fatigue)?
Do you now take or have you taken anti-depressants (depressed)?
 Do you have vitamin and mineral deficiencies?
Have you had a liver disease, and your liver is damaged?
 Do you have unexplained headaches?
Do you have muscle tremors?
 Do you sometimes feel very aggressive towards others?
Is your sense of smell greater than most people?
 Do you have an intolerance for alcoholic drinks?
Are you are overly sensitive to tobacco smoke, perfumes, paint fumes and other chemical odors?
 Have you found that there are many medications you can't take, and some vitamin and mineral supplements make you feel worse?
Have you discovered that you feel worse when shopping in certain stores, such as hardware stores, or in the cleaning section of grocery stores (where chemicals are)?
 Are you allergic to many things?
When you wake up, do you often have a coated tongue?
Do you have a weakened immune system, catch colds frequently?
  Do you have an autoimmune disorder?
Are you are tired and sick a lot, no matter what remedies you try?
  Do you have a number of mercury amalgam fillings?
Do you have sore and/or receding gums?
  Do you often have a metallic taste in your mouth?
Do you have small black spots on your gums?
  Do you have sensitive teeth?
Do you smoke?
  Do you have skin problems?
Do you often have chronic unexplained pain, especially in the extremities?
  Do you have severe chronic insomnia?
Have found that you cannot lose weight, no matter how hard you try?
  Do you take prescription and/or recreational drugs on a regular basis?
Have you have developed neurological symptoms such as tingling in the extremities, muscle tics or twitches, or an unsteady gait?
 Do you often have night sweats?
Do you have dark circles under the eyes?
  Do you have low body temperature?
Are your hands and feet are usually cold?
  Do you have muscle and joint pain?
Do you have Fibromyalgia?
  Are you are prone to rashes that you cannot heal?
Are you now, or have you been exposed to toxic chemicals or metals either at home or in your workplace?
  Do you work in agriculture, drug development, or in manufacturing?
Do you have high levels of toxic metals or chemicals in your blood, urine or tissues (as identified through special testing).

One solution to this is to go to the doctor and have them removed through a very expensive ($5000 – 20,000) and usually only partially effective process of Chelation Therapy.  A chelating agent is given either orally, intramuscularly, or intravenously, but the agent will only 'halt further effects of the poisoning; it cannot reverse neurological damage already sustained'.  More information is available here: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chelation_therapy 

Oral Chelation.com.  This website is very informative about this type of treatment.  It states that the costs is about $120 per treatments, and 20 - 30 treatments are recommended.  When costs for physical exams and vitamins are added, you are paying less than $5,000. http://www.oralchelation.com/technical/IV1.html

An all natural way to eliminate Heavy Metals from the body is to use Activated Charcoal or Bentonite Clay.  There are several companies that market products for heavy metal and chemical toxin removal.

Here links that might be helpful:
(1) Natural Health - compares the "Top 20 Colon Cleansers" - The top one was tried by several people I know and it worked quite well - Colonix and Toxin Removal.
http://www.naturalhealingtoday.com/colon_cleanse_product_reviews.html?gclid=CNLMs4abxpgCFQhOgwodr2of1w

(2) Health A to Z : Gives the definition of Heavy Metal Poisoning.  Symptoms are connected to the type of poisoning.  Included are zinc, copper, chromium, iron, manganese, arsenic, thallium, mercury, cadmium.  Tests include blood tests, urine tests, hair and tissue analysis or xray.  The medical profession does not recognize bentonite clay as a treatment for heavy metal poisoning.  However it does discuss the use of activated charcoal, and 'Ayruvedic or traditional Chinese herbal preparations' purchased from reliable manufacturers.  This link: http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/common/standard/transform.jsp?requestURI=/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/heavy_metal_poisoning.jsp

(3) Dr. Robert Jackson discusses Heavy Metal Poisoning here: http://www.doctorjackson.org/health/poisoning.htm  He discusses the importance of minerals and trace elements which help remove them from the body.  'Cell membranes break down and rebuild every two weeks, but they do not release heavy metals if essential fats are not ingested or if bad fats are ingested.  The liver, which performs 100% of the detoxification, cannot perform this important task without all the essential nutrients (vitamins, minerals, trace elements, proteins, and fats)'.

(4) Wrong Diagnosis.com discusses the 8 tell-tale signs of Heavy Metal Poisoning as being: Memory Loss; Speech Difficulties; Hypertension; Fatigue; Aggression; Irritability; Depression; Chronic Fatigue.  A common misdiagnosis for Heavy Metal Toxicity is Schizophrenia.  The medical profession commonly misdiagnoses approximately 20-40% of the time.  They give a list of Specialists for this medical condition: http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/h/heavy_metal_poisoning/symptoms.htm#symptom_list

(5) Horizons Digestive Problems.  This website discusses how the symptoms of toxic heavy metal poisoning and the symptoms of autism, PDD, Aspergers, ADD and ADHD are very similar. They state: "Toxic metals could be the cause of those symptoms. Memory loss, increased allergic reactions, high blood pressure, depression, mood swings, irritability, poor concentration, aggressive behavior, sleep disabilities, fatigue, speech disorders, high blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides, vascular occlusion, neuropathy, autoimmune diseases, and chronic fatigue are just some of the many conditions resulting from exposure to toxins."
http://www.incrediblehorizons.com/toxicity%20&%20Autistic-symtoms.chelating.htm

(6) Extreme Health USA.  This company offers an all natural Heavy Metal/Chemical Detox Formula (Oral Chelation II) Vegetarian Formula. http://www.extremehealthusa.com/source.html

(7)  Jigsaw Health.  This website talks of how heavy metal toxicity are often misdianosed as being chronic (and incurable) conditions.  Heavy metals are found in everyday existence.  Most people safely excrete them, however those with chronic conditions are unable to excrete them efficiently enough - and as a result build-up occurs.  http://www.jigsawhealth.com/articles/heavy_metal_toxicity.html

(8)  JEQ (Journal by Educators) gives a technical report on Heavy Metal Interactions with Phosphatic Clay.  They state that in the studies that were done 'a large fraction of metals that were absorbed onto phosphatic clay stayed intact under a wide variation in extracting solutions, thus, phosphatic clay may be an effective amendment of immobilization of heavy metals.'  Link here: http://jeq.scijournals.org/cgi/content/abstract/30/6/1961

(9)  Healing Daily.com discusses Bentonite Clay for Internal Healing, 'being one of the most effective natural intestinal detoxifying agents available to us - used for hundreds of years by native tribes world wide.' It is inert, and therefore passes through the body undigested, but absorbs heavy metals, pathogenic viruses, herbicides, pesticides and other harmful chemicals and holds them tight while traveling through the digestive system.
http://www.healingdaily.com/detoxification-diet/bentonite-clay.htm

(10) In his book "The Clay Cure" (3), Ran Knishinsky discusses how diarrhea can be remedied through the use of bentonite clay because of its ability to bind stools. Bentonite clay can take effect right away by binding to irritants in the gastrointestinal tract. It's a good idea to mix the bentonite clay with 1 cup of applesauce, which not only makes the clay more palatable, but also adds pectin, which is another binding agent.  You can purchase the book here: http://www.amazon.com/Clay-Cure-Natural-Healing-Earth/dp/0892817755/ref=sr_11_1?ie=UTF8&q id=1233868786&sr=11-1

(11) Dr. Joseph Rodrigo, Fusion Masters, Ltd. discusses the "Ancient Art of Clay Bathing for Health".  He recommends that you purchase 5 pounds of clay and 1 bottle of sesame oil, and gives instructions on how to take a clay bath here: http://www.newspiritservices.com/claybath.html
Mountain Rose Herbs.  You can order Bentonite Clay and Sesame Oil here  http://www.mountainroseherbs.com/clay/clay.php for 1 pound for $7.25.

Tags: Heavy Metals Chemicals Poisoning Health Autoimmune Disorders IBS Depr

Did you know that about 25% of the body weight is comprised of Sulfur?  That is when the body is healthy.  When the body gets exposed to a toxic substance, sulfur donates part of itself to bond with it, and then is carried out through the digestive process.  When the body's storage of substances that bond with toxins gets depleted the body is no longer able to remove the toxic substances.  Since the body recognizes these toxins as foreign substances, it attacks them, and an autoimmune disorder has begun.  But something else happens after sulfur stores are depleted - the parts of the body that critically needed it are no longer able to maintain full health.  As I study bone health, I am becoming increasingly astonished at the role that sulfur plays in our bodies.  If you suffer from bone deterioration, toxin poisoning, arthritis, or an auto-immune disorder such as fibromyalgia you may want to read on.... 

Research on MSM
The research being done on sulfur in the form on MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) and DMSO (dimethylsulfoxide) has continued for more than 35 years; since 1980, more than 55,000 studies have been done on DMSO alone.  DMSO breaks down in the body to MSM and other sulfur compounds, and there is considerable evidence of it's safety, being about as safe to consume as water.  It is so effective in helping patients that it has nearly surpassed glucosamine hydrohloride and chrondroitin sulfate as a dietary supplement used for pain, allergy relief and as an anti-inflammatory agent. 

The reason why it works so well is that sulfur has a vital relationship with so many aspects of the vital functions of the body - therefore keeping sufficient levels is critical to good health.  Much significant clinical evidence in the broad range of therapeutic applications has been developed through research led by Stanley W. Jacob, M.D., Professor of Surgery at the Oregon Health Sciences University in Portland, Oregon.  More than 15,000 patients have been treated and the therapeutic benefits of MSM studied in his clinic.  He is the senior author of The Miracle of MSM (Putnam: New York, 1999).  He describes how MSM has been shown to significantly decrease discomfort and pain of arthritis, back pain, headaches, athletic injuries, carpal tunnel syndrome, and a myriad of auto-immune diseases, such as Fibromyalgia, scleroderma, and lupus.

The Impact of Sulfur on the Body
These are some of the areas/relationships that sulfur affects in the body:
*   Sulfur's most important role is carbohydrate metabolism; which is significant for those with blood sugar imbalance (hypoglycemia and diabetes).  It is also a significant component of insulin, and lack of nutritional sulfur can result in low insulin production.
*   It is vital to digestion of proteins, and is found in the amino acids methionine, cystine, and cysteine- the building blocks of protein.  Proteins contain sulfur, while carbohydrates and fats do not.
*   Sulfur is necessary for collagen synthesis.  Collagen is the raw material used to form materials necessary for connective tissues and bones, especially Hyaluronic acid and Chondroitin sulfate.  Collagen is found in the joints and cartilage tissues, and is used to make keratine, for healthy hair, skin, and the healing of wounds.
*    Sulfur is important for the digestion of many nutrients, including the B vitamins, Thiamin, Vitamin C, Biotin, and Pantothenic acid - which are needed for metabolism and healthy nerves.
*    Sulfur plays an important role in tissue breathing - the process whereby oxygen and other nutrients are used to build cells and release energy.
*    Sulfur helps maintain the correct balance between acidity and alkalinity.
*    Sulfur works with the liver to excrete bile.  It helps the body form the powerful natural compounds (such as glutathione, methionine and cysteine) that protect against toxicity and harmful free radicals. A healthy liver converts dietary L-cysteine into glutathione, taurine, sulfate, cystine, and allows a certain amount of L-cysteine to circulate in the blood for direct absorption into body cells and organs.  It's small molecular weight of 94 allows it to easily enter into the many compartments of the human body.  Toxicity studies show that MSM itself has an extremely low toxicity level, comparing favorably to the toxicity of water.
*   Sulfation is a primary and critical step in the metabolism of thyroid hormones, when D1 activity is normal.  Sulfur is part of the process of excretion of water soluble metabolites of deconjugated hormones (estrogens and DHEA circulate almost entirely as sulfate esters).
*   Sulfate is required to form the protective barrier of mucin along the inner lining of the intestine.
*   Sulfur supports the gallbladder.
*   Lack of sufficient sulfate glucosamine (sulfated sugars) may cause ‘leaky gut’ syndrome.

Sulfur Compounds that are important to the body:
*   Chondroitin - a major component of cartilage; helps keep it resilient by absorbing water; also accelerates bone mineralization and bone repair. (7)
*   Heparin - an anticoagulant produced by the liver
*   Fibrinogen - large plasma protein molecule, essential for blood clotting
*   Thiamine (B1) - acts as a coenzyme of both alpha-ketoglutarate and pyruvate, and in transketolase reactions; important for skin health.
*   Biotin - necessary for 4 different enzymes to catalyze their specific metabolic reactions; important for good hair health.
*   Beta-Keratin - the main protein in nails, skin, and hair; contains cysteine.
*   Lipoic Acid - a coenzyme involved in digesting pyruvic and keto acids.
*   Coenzyme A - directly involved in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids, and energy-requiring processes of the body. (*)
*   Oxytocin (the ’love hormone’) - has a link between cysteine residues.
*   Inorganic Sulfate.  The body converts R-S03 (poisonous sulfites) to R-SO4 (safe sulfates).  It uses sulfite oxidase (SO) and requires molybdenum.  Inorganic sulfate is activated with two ATP molecules producing phosphoadenosyl phosphosulfate (PAPS) - which then reacts with exotoxins to produce sulfated derivatives (a process called Sulfation). **
*   For the body to produce Insulin (a hormone secreted by the pancreas) - essential for carbohydrate metabolism, it must have sulfur.
*   Sulfur is necessary for the formation of all but one of the Glycosaminoglycans (GAG’s) molecules of long, unbranched polysaccharides.  Important GAG’s are dermatan sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, heparin, heparan sulfate, keratan sulfate, and hyaluronic acid.  GAG’s occur in all connective tissues, in extracellular matrix, and on the surfaces of many cell types.  

Foods Rich in Sulfur (10)
*   Dairy Products (cow’s milk has MSM)
*   Coconut
*   Garlic, onions, and all of the allium family
*   Grains: corn, sunflower seeds, oats, chocolate, cashews, walnuts, almonds, sesame seeds (in that order) are high in methionine; oats and corn are high is (cysteine). (6)
*    Legumes, including carob and jicama; nuts and seeds.
*    Green Vegetables: avocado, asparagus, bak choi, broccoli, cabbage, mustard, and watercress, swiss chard, parsley, spinach.
*    Herbs: Alfalfa, Turmeric
*    Red meats (not chicken, turkey, pork, or fish); chicken eggs; duck eggs.
*    Sweet potatoes and yams
*    Supplements: MSM; Thiamin/Thiamine/B1; Biotin/Vitamin B7 or H; and Amino acids Cysteine and Methionine.
*    Tea and Coffee have MSM
*    Tomatoes have MSM
*    Watermelon (also high in glutathione)
*    Whey Proteins (high in Cysteine & Methionine)
Note: eating a diet of high sulfur foods may cause you to have a lot of gas.  May need to take peppermint tea, fennel seeds, or oregano leaf to reduce the gas.  If you add cumin, or parsley to your cooking most of the gas will be neutralized.

How is MSM Made?
MSM is a simple mineral molecule that has eleven bonded atoms.  MSM and DMSO are made in the US and other foreign countries by essentially the same method; and now the process has been refined so completely that no isometric difference was found in the MSM manufactured by nature, and that which is manufactured by humans in laboratories.  In nature, living organisms in the sea die, and begin to decompose.  As it does it gives off a compound called dimethysulfide (DMS), which is later taken up in the atmosphere.  The DMSO and MSM are absorbed by water drops that eventually form into clouds and rain, causing trace amounts of these compounds to drop to the Earth.  Once upon the earth, they are used by plants, or make their way back to the sea in rivers and streams to repeat the process. Humans, plants, and animals take in sulfur by using compounds that came from the atmosphere.  This process allows us all to live.  One would think that taking in sulfur extracted dead plant and animal bodies would be the ideal 'natural' source of sulfur, since they require it, and it is concentrated in their tissues and cells as well.  This is not possible, because the amount of MSM in plant or animals cells is approximately only about a few parts per million - too little for commercial extraction. 

As a result, scientists have developed a way to make MSM in laboratories.  The process is rather complicated to explain.  A basic explanation is that scientists discovered that greater quantities of organic sulfur is found in coal - the hardened organic matter left after decayed matter has been processed under great pressure.  These sulfur molecules can be extracted in the early stages of its conversion from sediment into keorgen (diagenesis).
All MSM is formed by the catalytic reaction of hydrogen peroxide with DMSO.  All DMSO is formed by the reaction of nitrogentetroxide and oxygen with DMS. 

DMS is made commercially by two competing processes.  The most common method (in simplified terms) is by causing sulfur to react with the natural gas methane.  Methyl alcohol is made from natural gas. MA is then combined with sulfur in the form of hydrogen sulfide (H2S) or carbon disulfide.  A catalytic reaction then is affected which forms DMS and MM (methylmercaptan)  MM is used to make the amino acid methionine, another dietary supplement.  This process is generally favored due to high conversion yield, energy consumption and it's independence from a paper mill waste stream.  The other process is that Sulfur (obtained as a by-product from oil refinery process required to make clean burning fossil fuels) is added to black liquor and heated to about 460 EF under high pressure.  Crude DMS is stripped from the liquor after about an hour.  This process is very energy intensive and is limited by low yield and pulping capacity.  The black liquor is burned in a recovery boiler to dispose of remaining organic material fro mthe wood, and to reclaim the inorganic chemicals for recycle to make fresh pulping liquor.  The crude DMS which was obtained is then purified by a series of extractions and distillation steps to make a product for sale or conversion to DMSO.

In summary, nature does make sulfur (it is found in all plants), and animals, and thus when we consume them, we get some sulfur.  However, the amounts are limited, and usually not sufficient for our needs.  The MSM formed in laboratories is considered to be a 'natural product' because it is taken from things that exist in nature, although in reality is it a 'synthetic' product.  Both are identical in atomic structure. (4)

*  Co-Enzyme A (The master co-enzyme) (2-methylbutyryl-coenzyme A dehydrogenase): initiates energy production; affects the liver while in detox phase II; causes synthesis of cholesterol and steroid hormones made from cholesterol; helps you cope with stress; reduces lactate after exercising; and much more.  To make it, the body needs Sulfur, Pantothenic Acid (Vitamin B5) to make it; as it contains Alanine and couples with sulfur-containing cysteine to from Pantotheine.  ATP then is able to give a phosphate group and adenine molecule toward energy production.  Deficiency of this Co-Enzyme causes depression, anxiety, loss of appetite, impaired sense of balance, easy irritability, fatigue, frequent respiratory infections, cardiac instability, an abnormal need for sleep, lethargy, vomiting, breathing difficulties, seizures, poor growth, learning disabilities, muscle weakness, mental health issues, and delayed motor skill development (and standing and walking).  Some symptoms of a lack of Co-Enzyme A are, (varies according to the degree of deficiency): neurological numbness, muscle weakness, cramps, abdominal pain, and paresthesia (abnormal sensations such as itching and prickling, tingling in the extremities; and the ‘burning feet’ syndrome).  The bodies biochemical response to deficiency is increased insulin sensitivity, lowered blood cholesterol, decreased serum potassium, and failure of adrenocorticotropin (ACTH) to induce eosinopenia (removal of excess acid).  See http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/symbol/2_methylbutyryl_coenzyme_a_dehydrogenase_deficiency/intro.htm for more information on this specific deficiency.

** Detoxification factor of Sulfur
Using inorganic sulfate, the body is able to detox (also needs adequate Glutathione, Vitamin C):
*   Phenols absorbed by eating certain foods such as tannins in tea and persimmons; quercitin from green beans and rhubarb; coumarin in cabbage, radishes and spinach; phenols found in apples, grapes, avocados, and other fruits; many spices such as cloves and sassafras; chocolate, coffee and red wine; some herbs used for antioxidant purposes - grapeseed oil and comfrey tea; and some preservatives including BHT and BHA; some artificial food colorings.
*   Phenols and amines produced in the body, gut, by bacteria, yeast and other fungi;
*   Hormones;
*   Acetaminophen, Tylenol and
*   Chemicals including organophosphate, carbamate, and pyrethroid pesticides; certain anaesthetics; and organic solvents like toluene, all of which are neurotoxins.  There is no protection from them in our laws, because the danger of them has not been addressed.  Yet, neurotoxins are a ‘prime mechanism’ which causes Multiple Chemical Sensitivities (MCS).  It is a two step process - the individual is exposed to a toxic chemical substance, such as a pesticide or solvent.  It promotes loss of chemical tolerance.  Subsequent, and low levels of other irritants (which do not bother most people) trigger symptoms in the individual.  Substances that provoke the subsequent reactions may or may not be related to the ones that originally sensitized the person.  A frequent trigger is aromatic compounds, which may be made from either natural or chemical compounds - such as orange peel, pine needles, or synthetic phthalates (an gas found in new vinyl). (9)

Note: I went to the local store and muscle tested several products with MSM in them, and discovered that there were only two that would make my system stronger; the rest tested poorly.  I took the first tablet before I got home (had to still drive 2 hours) and began to have a peculiar sensation somewhat akin to an allergic response, but it did not overwhelm me.  I decided to muscle test again in the morning, as I felt very weak.  The formula I had chosen again tested strong - so I took another one.  About mid-morning, I begin to feel very ill, and decided to lie down. When my husband got home at 4:30, we tested again.  I tested very poorly with and without the new formula.  I ate supper, and decided to have him test me again, and this time it tested strong with me, and I was able to take another one (the company recommends 4 per day).  I think that when you are very deficient, as I am in sulfur, perhaps the immune system gets 'woken up', as if someone said 'here's the bullets you been needing to go after the invaders', let's get to work; and as a result the first few days of taking them, it might seem like you're getting sicker.  Just something that happened to me.  Perhaps you will share some of your experiences with all of us?

Resources:
1.  http://www.evolutionhealth.com/index.html
2.  http://www.aps.anl.gov/Science/Highlights/Content/APS_SCIENCE_20070529.php
3.  http://www.homeherb.com/now-foods/32133/MSM.htm
4.  Alexander C. Schauss, Ph.D., is a former Clinical Professor of Natural Products Research ad tile National College Of Naturopathic Medicine in Portland, Ore. For the previous 21 years, he was director of Natural and Medicinal Products Research, Life Sciences Division, AIBMR Inc. in Tacoma, Wash. Schauss is the author of  Minerals, Trace Elements and Human Health (4th Edition), Biosocial Publications, 1999.
Natural Products Industry Insider 12/13/99. Reprinted by www.msmforless.com with permission from Cardinal Associate from: http://www.msmforless.com/mfg.htm
5.  http://www.integratedhealth.com/hpdspec/msm.html
6.  Sulfur in Human Nutrition and Applications in Medicine, by Stephen Parcell, ND. Published by Thorne Research. [PDF].
7.  Biochemical basis of the pharmacologic action of chondroitin sulfates on the osteoarticular system. Bali JP, Cousse H, Neuzil E.)
8.  WD: 2-methylbutyryl-coenzyme A dehydrogenase deficiency at this link: http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/symbol/2_methylbutyryl_coenzyme_a_dehydrogenase_deficiency/intro.htm for more information on this specific deficiency
9.  From two articles in the September 21, 1998 issue of Chemical and Engineering News: “ Multiple Chemical Sensitivity Reexamined,” by John D. Spengler and Annette C. Rohr (pp. 105-106); and “Breather Beware?” by Sophie L Wilkinson (pp. 57-67).
10. One website that discusses it and other substances in some detail is: http://www.canarys-eye-view.org/index.html

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Managing Pain - Naturally

There are millions of people who suffer daily with chronic pain.  The reasons are varied and intense.  The usual course of action is to turn to an MD, and get one or several different pain meds to try, and when we find one that works, we use it - until it contaminates our system, and we are forced to try something else.  I am one person among the millions who suffer with chronic pain every day (osteoarthritis).  I use locally applied analgesics, take Excedrin every 4 hours, and receive cortisone shots in my hips every three months.  At night, I use an herbal formula for sleep/relaxation, and night-time Excedrin.  These measures help to mostly control the pain, but do not get the root of the problem.

 

My problem is that all the cartilage on one of my hips is gone, and the other one is showing signs of definite wear also.  I know that soon, the pain meds won’t work and I’ll have to get both hips replaced, or worse - live in a wheelchair.  My husband also has three herniated disks in his back, uses Excedrin, analgesics, and cortisone.  If anyone else has been down this path, and knows how to fix missing cartilage or herniated disks naturally, we would like to know about it, please.

For now, I am seeking for answers - something that will work for us naturally that will not contaminate our systems.  I decided to go on line an do a bit of research to see what is out there.  I found these options being offered.  If you have tried any of these options, or know of others that have worked, please let us know about them. 

Current Pain Meds that were taken off the market recently
This website discusses how several commonly used pain medications (Bextra (Pfizer Co.), Vioxx (Merck Co.) and Celebrex or Clecoxib(Pfizer) (COX-2 inhibitors, also called NSAIDs) have been recently removed from the market because four placebo-controlled studies of 4,422 patients showed increased health risks while taking them.  The chances that patients taking these drugs would have a heart attack (as compared to a placebo) was 2.26 times more.  “In his Congressional testimony of November 2004, Dr. Graham, the Associate Director for Science in the FDA's Office of Drug Safety, estimated that Vioxx alone had caused between 88,000 and 139,000 cases of heart attack and stroke. Other experts have estimated that deaths from COX-2 inhibitor type drugs after the FDA was aware of the problem may have exceeded 100,000.”  This one discusses how Celebrex (used for Arthritis) doubles heart attack risk. http://www.discount-vitamins-herbs.net/n-232-arthritis-celebrex.htm 

Other Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs (NSAIDs) made by Pfizer that you might need to stop taking (because if they are used more than 10 days, they increase the risk of heart attack or stroke - according to the manufacturer): are Diclofenac/ CataflamVoltaren/Arthrotec; Diflunisal/ Dolobid; Lodine; Fenoprofen/ Nalfon; Flurbiprofen/ Ansaid; Vicoprofen/ Motrin/ Vicoprofen/ Combunox; Indomethacin/ Idocin/ Indo-Lemmon/ Indomethagan; Ketoprofen/ Oruvail; Ketorolac/ Toradol; Mefenamic Acid/ Ponstel; Meloxicam/Mobic; Nabumetone/Relafen; Naproxen/ Naprosyn/ Anaprox/ Naprelan/ Naprapac; Oxaprozin/ Daypro; Piroxicam/ Feldene; Sulindac/ Clinoril and Tolmetin/ Tolectin, Tolectin DS, Tolectin 600.  http://media.pfizer.com/files/products/mg_celebrex.pdf  Symptoms of overdose are: nausea; extreme tiredness/exhaustion; itching; yellow tint on the skin; stomach pain; flu-like symptoms; vomiting blood; blood in bowel movements (or it is black or sticky like tar); skin rashes or blisters with fever; weight gain; swelling in the arms, legs, hands and feet (edema/dropsy).  According to Pfizer, you are to ‘stop taking them right away, and call your healthcare provider’, if you have ANY of these symptoms.

Some herbs used for pain relief

This website state that 'while there have always been natural and homeopathic pain relief remedies, there has never really been a powerful and viable alternative for people with chronic pain - those with back pain, osteoarthritis, Fibromyalgia, rheumatism and other joint, muscle and nerve related ailments.  These individuals are in need of serious pain reduction therapy on an ongoing basis...'  They discuss the more widely known natural and herbal remedies for pain relief: Devil's Claw, Willow Bark, Boswellia, Chamomile, Bromelain, St. John's Wort, Horsetail, and others.  They discuss several natural alternatives including Eazol, which is made with several potent herbs and natural botanicals which work together to relieve pain. http://ezinearticles.com/?Strong-Pain-Relief---Powerful-and-Effective-Natural-Pain-Management-Al ternative&id=27791

Naturophathic Pain Relief

This website offers Naturopathic Pain Relief, by Dr. David Cohen of New York, which 'operates by amplifying the infrasonic sound of the human body invigorates the local area and facilitates neurons, and improves the nerve communication pathways to the brain'.  They state that most patient's have significant and/or total pain relief in as little as 3 to 7 days.  They state that pain pills are not the answer, except in very rare circumstances. http://newyorkbodyscan.com/natural_pain_relief.html

Pain Relief Through Hypnosis

This website offers pain relief through hypnosis, which they say can actually change the way the brain processes pain signals, reducing the brain activity devoted to feelings of distress.  According to at least one doctor, hypnosis is approx. 65-70% effective against pain.  http://www.hypnosisnetwork.com/hypnosis/pain_management.php

A Book about Pain

This link is to a book called Relieving Pain Naturally: A Complete Guide to Drug-Free Pain Management by Goldfarb, Sylvia.
http://shopping.msn.com/prices/relieving-pain-naturally-a-complete-guide-to-drug-free-pain-mana gement/itemid1196694/?itemtext=itemname:relieving-pain-naturally-a-complete -guide-to-drug-free-pain-management

Joint Ease Plus

This website offers JointEase Plus which is advertised to maintain healthy, mobile joints, and muscles, keep all joints moving freely, supports health in all joints, maintain healthy cartilage and connective tissue. http://www.nativeremedies.com/products/jointeaseplus-muscle-joint-health-supplements.html

Regrowing Cartilige Naturally - Given Shots

This website talks about regrowing cartilage naturally through the application of Sodium Hyaluronate (SH) and Chondroitin Sulfate (Cs) in a gel.  A current product is VISCOAT (see CILCO, In Summary of safety and efficacy for Viscoat, 1984).  Adverse effects characterized by severe pain, important synovial effusion, rash and ankle edema have been reported in at least 7.2% of the treated patients.  This treatment is presented as the only currently available procedure that can offer up to 95% regeneration of articular cartilage damaged by grade I and II osteoarthritis in any joint of the human body.  http://www.repaircartilage.com/background_of_invention

According to them, it is important that the product is applied exactly as presented for use, without any changes in the formula, using a syringe of adequate capacity with 21.times.32 sterile hypodermic needle. The compound used is 40 mg of Cs and 30 mg of SH, .45 mg Sodium monobasic monohydrate phosphate, 2.0 mg sodium dibasic anhydrous phosphate and 4.3 mg sodium chloride with injectable water, per each c.c. of viscoelastic solution.  The product can be ordered from Info@repaircartilage.com, Mexico City, ph: +52(55)52860588.  Note: Chondroitin Sulfate is made from bovine cartilage.

Cartilidge Regrowth Formula that works?
This company offers a product called H.A. Joint Formula that has in each serving (3 capsules): Chondroitin Sulfate (200 mg); Hyaluronic Acid (100 mg); along with Hydrolyzed Collagen Type II (600 mg); Vitamin c (120 mg); Magnesium (10 mg); Calcium-Magnesium Inositol Hexaphosphate (75 mg); Quercetin Dihydrate (150 mg); HIDROX (Olive Extract) (100 mg); and 5-Loxin (Boswellia serrata) 25 mg.  It also has rice powder, and Magnesium Stearate.  You can order a free bottle of H.A. Joint Formula by filling out the form here. (I decided to try this one, since it offers a sample, and I can muscle test it, to find out if either of us are allergic to it, and take it for several weeks to see how it reacts, before committing to taking it regularly.) http://www.purityproducts.com/hajoint/?Source=Google_HAJoint&s_kwcid=hyaluronate|2102643173&g clid=CMCLt9qbtJgCFRBbagodkjVTTw

This website talks about hydrolyzed collagen (used in the HA Joint Formula).  They state that it is a very important structural substance in the body, and that ligaments, tendons, bones and skeletal muscles are all held together by collagen, as well as smooth muscle tissue, like blood vessels, the digestive tract and organs.  It is also the main component of the hair, skin, and nails.  As we age, our body loses it’s ability to make collagen, and thus, it starts to break down.  This is why we get sagging skin, wrinkles, thin lifeless or full hair, joints become stiff and less flexible, and our bodies are less tone. Collagen protein contains a unique combination of amino acids shown to influence hormone secretion (which affects: fat loss, muscle retention, energy levels, softness and elasticity of the skin, and improved sleep), and healing, especially for wounds.  Only 5-15 grams (1-3 tablespoons) per day are needed; although up to 100 grams per day have been administered to hospital patients with no side effects.
http://findarticles.com/p/articles/mi_m0FKA/is_7_66/ai_n6080497

Move Free - Popular Product

This website talks about a product called Move Free with testimonials from many actual users. They discuss how this product helped them with all different types of joint pain.  One woman states: ‘I was at Costco and say the Move Free Advanced on display, and decided to try it.  That was 5 weeks ago, and my life has changed.  I had joint discomfort in the knee and since taking it, the pain has lessened.  I notice that I am walking much better and can stand for longer periods of time. No soreness in my knee when I stand up.  I recommend this product to everyone I know for relief from achy joints.  This product is wonderful!’.  The company suggests that you take Move Free Advanced plus MSM & Vitamin D.  They state that “joints need sulfur to make cartilage components... and that sulfur from MSM actually gets incorporated into cartilage bone and joint structures.”  Their product has Vitamin D 800 IU; Glucosamine Hydrochloride (1500 mg); MSM (methylsulfonylmethane) (750 mg); Chondroitin Sulfate (200 mg); Hyaluronic Acid (3.3 mg); and 250 mg of Chinese Scullcap; Black Catechu and Maltodextrin, and shellfish with other ingredients. They also sell a liquid Hyaluronic Acid product called “Joint Fluid”. Call 1-800-526-6251 to order or buy at a local store.  http://www.movefreeadvanced.com/

LDS Friend Referral

RobertP from LDS.net recommends that joint pain sufferers apply this combination: Dr. Jeff’s Joint Cream, and Icy Hot, and take MSM and that he and others have had good results with this combination.  The Joint Cream has 15% MSM, 15% CMOT, almond oil, Aloe Vera, Calendula, Glycerine, Jojoba, Vitamins A, E, & D, Tea Tree Oil, Grapefruit Oil, Zinc, Copper, and Lecithin.  Dr. Jeff’s Joint Cream is available here: http://healthenlightenment.com/Dr-Jeff%27s-Joint-Cream.shtml

CMOT and Dr. Sands

This website (www.healthenlightenment.com) also promotes CMOT (cerasomal-cis-9-cetylmyristoleate) which Dr. Sands states is the ONLY true immune system modulator (as opposed to being an immuno-suppressant or immuno-stimulant), being able to permanently correct the programmed autoimmune attacks controlled by memory T-cells.  (http://healthenlightenment.com/arthritis-autoimmune.shtml) Talks about CMOT is proving to be of great value in treatment of all autoimmune disorders such as: multiple sclerosis, fibromyalgia, lupus, Lou Gehrig’s Disease, emphysema, Crohn’s disease, scleroderma, sarcoidosis, and myasthenia gravis. It also is found to relieve or cure: ankylosing spondylitis, psoriasis, carpal tunnel syndrome, prostate inflammation, Sjogren’s syndrome, TMJ, Behcet’s syndrome, macular degeneration, Reiter’s syndrome, sciatica, tendonitis, and more - all of which have strong autoimmune components.  A 30 day supply of 270 capsules (3 capsules, 3x’s daily) lasts indefinitely because there is no need to repeat the therapy or use additional medications thereafter.  You can order 100 capsules of Dr. Jeff’s Joint Health Formula for $39.50 here: http://healthenlightenment.com/Dr-Jeffs-Joint-Health.shtml
It has CMOT (500 mg) and MSM (150 mg) only.  They suggest you also order his Joint Cream for the pain.  I am going to order this also, and try it, so I’ll let you know how it works...

See http://healthenlightenment.com/arthritis-autoimmune.shtml to read their article called “Arthritis and Other Autoimmune Diseases”.  You can go here to order the “Original CMO”, with digestive enzymes (1 bottle for $59.95): http://www.cmorelief.com/cmo.html

This website gives more information on CMO (Cetyl Myristoleate): http://www.discount-vitamins-herbs.net/cetylmyristoleate.htm

It states that it functions in four ways: (1) the first observations are noted in the lubricating quality - morning stiffness is commonly noted shortly after commencing CMO treatment.  Next (2) it functions as an anti-inflammatory.  Lessening of swollen joints is often seen after the 4th or 5th week.  (3) It functions as an immunomodulator/ immune system regulator, and it’s ability to calm or regulate the hyper-immune system responses is the most exciting qualities, as it may be helpful in addressing the symptoms related to many autoimmune diseases.  (4) CMO functions as an analgesic or painkiller and has been helpful for many sufferers of muscle tension headaches and Fibromyalgia.  Of 382 patients who has degenerative joint disease (DJD or osteoarthritis), rheumatoid arthritis, and psoriatic arthritis, those who took a supplement with 12% CMO, 90 gm fatty acids, glucosamine hydrochloride, sea cucumber, and hydrolyzed cartilage had an average of 77% decrease in joint swelling and 85% increase in healing.  They recommend that the therapeutic dose of any formula purchased have a minimum of at least 12% CMO mixed with 100 grams of fatty acid esters.

Well folks, I found a couple of products to try, and learned a lot - and I hope this blog will help you make your escape forever (if you haven’t already) from chronic pain, especially if you have joint pain or an autoimmune disorder...

Herbal Lady
01/29/09

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