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Smart Medicine for Healthier Living : Practical A-Z Reference to Natural and Conventional Treatments for Adults Janet Zand, LAc, OMD, Allan N. Spreed, MD, CNC, James B. LaValle, RPh, ND See book keywords and concepts

Week 2: Three times daily, take 200 milligrams of dong quai or 20 milligrams of black cohosh and 500 milligrams of red raspberry leaf. Week 3: Twice a day, take one dose of a dong quai or black cohosh and chaste tree combination formula, plus an antioxidant combination (see under Week 1, above). Week 4: Three times daily, take one dose of dong quai or black cohosh and red raspberry leaf (see under Week 2, above). Note: You should also use a calcium and magnesium combination formula providing at least 1,000 milligrams of calcium and 500 milligrams of magnesium daily throughout the month.

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Black Cohosh (www.NaturesWay.com) <*~ Lunazon (www.AmazonDreams.AmazonHerb.net) Natural Estrogen (www.LEEorg) Mercury poisoning and metal detoxification People living in Western societies today are exposed to thousands of toxic chemicals that do not belong in the human body. They are so prevalent in our foods and our environment that every single human being who lives in America today has at least 200 to 300 different chemicals circulating in their blood that should not be there. It's so bad that chemicals like rocket fuel are found in the vast majority of human breast milk.

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Another study of 80 women going through menopause found that black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) had the best results in alleviating symptoms, as compared to Premarin or a placebo. General Recommendations DHEA supports memory, libido, and mood. If your level of DHEA is low, take 5 to 15 mg as a starting dosage, under the guidance of your doctor. Pregnenolone is a precursor hormone to make estrogen and progesterone. Take 30 mg twice daily, under the guidance of your doctor. Adrenal glandular extract supports the hormone-producing adrenal glands.

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Therefore, black cohosh does not increase the risk of breast cancer as conjugated estrogens do. Multiple Sclerosis Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a syndrome of progressive nerve disturbances that usually occurs early in adult life. It is caused by gradual loss of the myelin sheath that surrounds the nerve cell. This process is called demyelination. One of the key functions of the myelin sheath is to facilitate the transmission of the nerve impulse. Without the myelin sheath, nerve function is lost. Symptoms correspond to the nerves that have lost their myelin sheaths.

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Prevents or destroys microbe (virus, bacteria, fungus, etc.) growth. antioxidant Prevents the damage of cells by free radicals (e.g., ginkgo, astragalus, hawthorne berry, milk thistle, thyme, wild oregano). antiparasitic Prevents the growth of or destroys parasites (e.g., black walnut, clove, garlic, wormwood). antipyretic Reduces fever (e.g., yarrow). antiseptic Prevents the growth of microbes on the skin (e.g., calendula, propolis), antispasmodic Prevents or reduces muscle spasms (e.g., black cohosh, chamomile, kava, valerian, wild yam). antitussive Relieves or suppresses coughing (e.g.

J^Supe r Seven Prescriptions—Menopause Super Prescription #1 black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) Take 80 mg one to two times daily. This herb has been shown in numerous studies to alleviate a multitude of menopausal symptoms, including hot flashes. Super Prescription #2 Natural progesterone cream Perimenopausal women should apply XA teaspoon (20 mg) to the skin on the inside of their wrists and forearms one to two times daily, from days 14 to 25 of the menstrual cycle or as directed by their health-care practitioner.

Prevents or reduces muscle spasms (e.g., black cohosh, chamomile, kava, valerian, wild yam). antitussive Relieves or suppresses coughing (e.g., horehound wild cherry bark). antitumor Fights or suppresses tumor growth (e.g., astragalus, echinacea). astringent An herb that causes contraction of the tissues. It's useful in conditions such as bleeding or diarrhea (e.g., geranium, sage, witch hazel, yarrow). bitters Bitter-tasting herbs that stimulate the digestive organ secretions and actions—stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas. They can also help increase an abnormally low appetite (e.g.

Cimicifuga racemosa) alleviated several menopausal symptoms in 80 percent of women within six to eight weeks. Symptoms that were improved included hot flashes, headaches, vertigo, heart palpitations, nervousness, ringing in the ears, anxiety, insomnia, and depression. Another study of 80 women going through menopause found that black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa) had the best results in alleviating symptoms, as compared to Premarin or a placebo. General Recommendations DHEA supports memory, libido, and mood.

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Supplements • 2 x multivitamin and multimineral • 2 x vitamin C 1,000 mg with 500 mg of bioflavonoids • Vitamin E 600 IU • Bone mineral complex (including extra magnesium and zinc) • Herbal complex with agnus castus, dong quai, black cohosh, or St. John's wort • 2 x essential omega-3 and omega-6 oil capsules Also read chapters 25 and 41. Muscle aches and cramps Cramps are most commonly due to calcium-magnesium imbalances and are corrected by supplementing 500 mg of calcium and 300 mg of magnesium. Despite popular belief, the condition is very rarely due to a lack of salt.

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This study demonstrated that black cohosh extract produced clear improvement in ovet 80% of patients within 6-8 weeks. Both physical and psychological symptoms improved. The results of the changes in specific menopausal symptoms appeat in the following table: Symptom Percent who became symptom-free Percent who showed improvement Hot flashes 43.3 86.6 Profuse perspiration 49.9 88.5 Headache 45.7 81.9 Vettigo 51.6 86.8 Heart palpitation 54.6 90.4 Tinnitus 54.8 92.9 Nervousness/irritability 42.4 85.6 Sleep disturbances 46.1 76.8 Depressive moods 46.0 82.

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Supplements • 2 x multivitamin and multimineral • 2 x vitamin B6 100 mg with zinc 10 mg • Vitamin C 1,000 mg • 2 x essential omega-3 and omega-6 oil capsules • Herbal complex with agnus castus, dong quai, black cohosh, or St. John's wort • Magnesium 300 mg Also read chapter 41. Prostate problems The most common prostate problem is prostatitis or benign prostatic hyperplasia, in which the prostate gland enlarges, interfering with the flow of urine.

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The other main use for black cohosh is in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis. Cautions Black cohosh should not be used during pregnancy or lactation, although it can be used in the later stages of pregnancy to prepare the uterus for birth. Black haw {Viburnum prunifolium) Mainly a woman's herb, black haw is often combined with crampbark. Uses Black haw is used to treat menstrual pain, to prevent miscarriage and prevnet excessive flow at menopause.

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While it may appear that the combination of soy phytoestrogens and standardized black cohosh may provide complete estrogen replacement, there are other hormonal factors to adjust for if the metabolism of youth is to be maintained (or restored). Licorice Root Extract An extract from the licorice root called glycyrrhetic acid (GA) stimulates the natural conversion of testosterone to estrogen in the body (Takeuchi 1988). Glycyrrhetic acid is an antioxidant that is often used to protect the liver and suppress viral activity in hepatitis patients (Abe et al. 1994).

Natural Estrogen (multi-ingredient phytoestrogen formula containing soy isoflavones, black cohosh, licorice root extract, Dong Quai, and vitex extract): Take one capsule, two times daily. 3. DHEA: Take one 15-mg or one 25-mg capsule daily in the morning on an empty stomach. Some women may require 50 mg each morning. Refer to the DHEA Replacement Therapy protocol for specific information. 4- Mega Soy extract: Take one 135-mg (40% isoflavones) capsule twice daily. This is not required if Natural Estrogen is taken. 5. Melatonin: Take 300 meg to 6 mg only at bedtime. 6.

These include Coleus forskohlii, hyssop, black cohosh, blue cohosh, lobelia, and Saiko-Keishi-To. Follow instructions of formulary for dosage. V FOR MORE INFORMATION Contact the Epilepsy Foundation (800) 332-1000, (301) 459-3700 or the Epilepsy Information Service (800) 642-0500.

V PRODUCT AVAILABILITY Vitamin B complex, vitamins Bi, B3, Bg, Bj2, folic acid, taurine, glycine, dimethylglycine (DMG), GABA, calcium, evening primrose oil, vitamin D, vitamin E, Gamma E Tocopherol/Tocotrienols complex, black cohosh, forskolin, magnesium, manganese, SMSC (selenium), and zinc can be ordered by telephone at (800) 544-4440 ot otdeted online at www.lef.org. Esophageal Reflux Esophagus: from the Greek word, oisophagos, meaning throat What the English have called dyspepsia—ot heattburn—is actually esophageal reflux.

Because of the impressive safety record of standardized black cohosh extract, it is has become a popular natural alternative to FDA-approved estrogen drugs. However, this phytoestrogen has not demonstrated any significant effect on the prevention of osteoporosis. It therefore should be used in conjunction with other agents that protect against bone loss. MORE ESTROGENIC PLANTS There are other, important, plant-derived hormone modulators that are used by alternative physicians to treat menopausal symptoms.

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If you have PMS or menopausal symptoms, consider taking a hormone-friendly supplement containing extra vitamins B3, B6, and C, and biotin, magnesium, and zinc, and/or the herbs agnus castus, dong quai, black cohosh, and St. John's wort (see Resources). Read more about balancing hormones in my book Balancing Hormones Naturally, coauthored with Kate Neil. Bone Health—A Skeleton in the Cupboard Not many people think about nourishing their skeleton. There is almost a belief that once your bones are formed they are there for good—until they start to break down, as in arthritis or osteoporosis.

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Black cohosh offsets a decline in estrogen by providing powerful plant compounds called phytoestrogens that mimic the hormone's effects. These phytoestrogens bind to hormone receptors in the uterus, breast, and other parts of the body. As a result, black cohosh is reported to lessen hot flashes, vaginal dryness, headaches, dizziness, depressed mood, and other hormone-related symptoms. This makes the herb useful as a substitute for estrogen replacement therapy, especially when compared with synthetic hormone replacement therapies.

Recent research, however, has found that black cohosh extracts kill at least one strain of breast cancer cells under laboratory conditions. Be sure not to confuse black cohosh with blue cohosh, which may be toxic. Boswellia Latin name: Boswellia carterii (Burseraceae [frankincense] family) Other common names: dhup, frankincense, Indian oli-banum, mastic, olibanum, salai gugal GENERAL DESCRIPTION Boswellia is a large branching tree about twelve feet high and found in the dry hilly areas of India.

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A randomized, placebo-controlled trial (n=49) found that a phytoestrogen combination containing 60 mg soy isoflavones, 100 mg dong quai and 50 mg black cohosh significantly decreased the frequency of menstrual migraine attacks as well as significantly decreasing the frequency of all migraines, headache severity, doses of triptans and doses of analgesics compared to the placebo group when ingested for 24 weeks.17 The clinical contributions of the dong quai in this product cannot be determined from this study.

Commission E, a German regulatory agency, considers black cohosh useful in the management of PMS, dysmenorrhoea and nervous conditions associated with menopause.25 MISCELLANEOUS EFFECTS Cardiovascular Effects The administration of the resinous material, acteina, has been shown to exert a hypotensive action in various animal models and cause peripheral vasodilation and increased blood flow in humans.26 Triterpene compounds extracted from a plant described as "Japanese Cimicifuga" showed hypocholesterolemic activity in vivo.

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She also started on supplements of black cohosh, vitamin E, and whole soy tablets containing genistein, and she reduced her alcohol and caffeine intake. Six weeks later all of her symptoms were either gone or substantially improved. She felt good, was losing some weight, and was sleeping better. The lesson: Menopause wasn't making her sick. And if she had started on the standard treatment, she would only have increased her estrogen exposure, and probably her risk of breast cancer—not to mention blood clots, gallstones, hypertension, and weight gain.

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Black cohosh, motherwort, and wormwood can be used singly, but more effective is the following combination: an infusion of equal parts flax seed, black cohosh, and motherwort, with one-half w part lobelia. Honey is especially useful when dysmenorrhea is accompanied by constipation (it lubricates the intestines). Absence of Menstruation (Amenorrhea). [This section also applies to women with suppressed, scanty, or delayed menstruation.] Amenorrhea is often assow ciated with a low-fat diet.

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Black cohosh extracts, vitamin E. menstrual cramps Warm baths, feverfew, extract of the herb black cohosh, raspberry leaf tea, yoga positions. motion sickness/nausea Ginger (tea, capsules, candy), press acupoint at center of inside wrist, an inch above wrist crease. muscle aches Volatile mustard oil, winter-green oil, capsicum cream, massage, hydrotherapy. osteoporosis Walking and other weight-bearing exercises, calcium-rich diet or supplements can help prevent or slow progression. pain, chronic Acupuncture, massage and other body work, biofeedback, hypnotherapy.

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We stopped the Premarin and recommended lifestyle changes (including more exercise and a better, caffeine- and sugar-free diet), supplements including vitamin E and vitamin B complex, and such herbal remedies as Dong Quai and black cohosh. We also put her on a very low, temporary dose of estrogen (the new FDA-approved human [or bio-identical] estrogen, synthesized from soybeans as opposed to a horse's estrogen), transmitted through the skin in the form of a patch.

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A systematic review of the clinical trial evidence regarding the efficacy of black cohosh in the treatment of menopausal symptoms included 4 randomized controlled trials,1518 and concluded that "in spite of plausible mechanisms of action of C. racemosa, its clinical efficacy has not been convincingly demonstrated through rigorous clinical trials. Additional rigorous RCTs and biochemical and chemical investigations are warranted.

A growing amount of research, including clinical trials, show that some black cohosh products may be of help in alleviating the symptoms of menopause (hot flashes, anxiety, mild depression), premenstrual syndrome, dysmenorrhea, and uterine spasm. Relevant Research Preventative and Therapeutic Uses CONSTITUENTS612 þ tpjterpenoids: a complex mixture including actein, cimigoside, 12-acetylactein, cimifugoside, 27-deoxyacetylacteol. þ flavonoids: fomiononctin. þ acids: isoferulic, salicylic, acetic, butyric, palmitic.

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It is also used to speed delivery to reduce blood pressure. black cohosh is also believed to have sedative properties. In 1992, the FDA proposed a ban on black cohosh in oral menstrual drug products because it has not been shown to be safe and effective for its stated claims. Blue cohosh is Caulophyllum thalictroides. Papoose root. Squaw root. The rhizome contains fungicidal saponin, glycosides (see), gum, starch, salts, phosphoric acid, and a soluble resin. Herbalists use it for menstrual irregularities and pain and to ease the pain of childbirth. It is also used to treat worms.

Also used to speed delivery and to reduce blood pressure. black cohosh is also believed to have sedative properties. In 1992, the FDA proposed a ban on black cohosh in oral menstrual drug products because it had not been shown to be safe and effective as claimed. CINCHONA EXTRACT • The extract of the bark of various species of Cinchona cultivated in Java, India, and South American. Quinine is derived from it. C1NNAMAL • Cinnamaldehyde. Cinnamic Aldehyde. A synthetic, yellowish, oily liquid with a strong odor of cinnamon isolated from a wood-rotting fungus.

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