Bill Sardi
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 Journal Travel Medicine 11:157-9, 2004] Hulda Clark would have everyone undergo herbal therapy to rid their body of flukes. Clark disseminates half truths. Liver flukes don't cause all cancers. If so, cancer would arise at any age with parasitic infection. Instead, cancer is largely an age-related phenomenon.
Hoxsey treatment
In the 1920s naturopathic doctor Harry Hoxsey promoted a therapy passed down to him by his father and great grandfather. |
Bottom Line Health
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| Unlock the Healing Power of Spices
David Winston, registered herbalist (RH), professional member of the American Herbalist Guild, and coauthor of herbal therapy and Supplements: A Scientific and Traditional Approach. Lippincott. raditional medicine has recognized the medicinal benefits of spices for thousands of years.
Now: A growing body of scientific evidence supports the use of spices to prevent—and even help treat—a variety of diseases, including arthritis, diabetes, cancer and Alzheimer's* Following are the newfindings...
CAYENNE PEPPER
What it does: Lowers cholesterol.. . |
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 Although there is o no specific herbal therapy that has been proven to cure a hangover, there ^ are many theories regarding which herbs are most effective. Fresh, clean zn water is perhaps the most important aid. A hangover is often associated with nausea and headaches, and these symptoms may be alleviated with the herbal therapies recommended below.
Turmeric: This herb contains compounds called curcuminoids that may be effective in easing a headache associated with a hangover. Try drinking a few drops of turmeric tincture diluted in a glass of water. |
| While some forms of anemia may benefit from herbal therapy, most are not responsive. Below is a short list of herbs that have traditionally been used to treat anemia.
Ginseng: One of the symptoms of anemia is fatigue and ginseng has been shown to increase energy. Although ginseng can be used to treat fatigue, it does not cure the underlying anemia.
Stinging nettle: The leaf of this plant is beneficial in treating iron-deficiency anemia owing to its high concentration of iron. Drink a tea made from 1-2 g of nettle two to three times daily. |
| Herbs: Take 200 mg or 20 drops of wormwood, a common herbal therapy for intestinal worms and parasites, three times a day. Black walnut has also traditionally been used as a herbal formula to kill parasites. Adults should take 250 mg three times a day or 30 drops three times a day. Oregano oil kills many types of microorganisms, including parasites. Take 500 mg or 5 drops under the tongue three times a day. Goldenseal helps fight infection in the digestive tract. Take 30 drops or 30 mg four times a day. Ginger reduces intestinal cramping and has antiinflammatory effects. |
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This condition responds well to herbal therapy. The symptoms of gastric flu may include nausea and abdominal pain, or share some of the other symptoms of gastritis; any of the herbs recommended for this condition (see p. 401) may work to relieve symptoms until the infection associated with gastric flu is controlled by the body. Given that gastric flu is usually due to an infection, herbs that help the body eliminate the infection by killing the bacteria or viruses may be useful. Two of the most common herbs with a reputation for this are goldenseal and barberry. |
| HERBALISM
Shock is a medical emergency, and herbal therapy is not indicated for this condition. However, herbal remedies may be helpful in assisting the body to recover from shock. Appropriate treatments will depend on the type of shock experienced, for example, septic or hypovolemic. Consult a medical herbalist, as this is a complicated and severe situation. The herbs below may be recommended as they are supportive and act as anti-oxidants for the circulatory system.
Bilberry: This herb has no side effects and is packed with antioxidants. |
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| A recent report states that "evidence from in vitro, animal and clinical studies all suggest that black cohosh is a safe, herbal therapy for menopausal women if taken for a limited period." [Expert Opinion Drug Safety 3:615-23, 2004]
CHASTEBERRY (Vitex)
This fruit extract from a shrub native to west Asia and southwestern Europe has been traditionally used for thousands of years to quell symptoms involving menstrual difficulties. In a study of 1,634 patients, a remarkable 93% reported a decrease in the number of premenstrual symptoms, with no serious side effects. |
| The tumors were spreading rapidly, so she began to question the idea of withholding antioxidant and herbal therapy. Pain near her surgical sites became unbearable. Pain pills were ordered. What an ordeal. Lonnie didn't have much longer to live. o
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Antioxidants p 328 - 338
What generates "rusting" free radicals in the body? ... 329
The antioxidant defense force ... 330
Reducing the need for antioxidants by limiting food ... 331
The mixed message ... 332
Run to the vegetable stand? ... 332
High antioxidant foods ... 333
Multivitamin antioxidant power... |
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 Diamond S. herbal therapy for migraine: an unconventional approach. Postgrad Med; 82(1): 197-198. 1987.
Diener H, Pfaffenrath V, Schnitker J et al. Efficacy and safety of 6.25 mg t.i.d. feverfew CO-extract (MIG-99) in migraine prevention - a randomized, double-blind, multicentre, placebo-controlled study. Cephalalgia; 25:1031-41. 2005.
Gawel MJ. The use of Feverfew in the prophylaxis of migraine attacks. J New Dev Clin Med; 13(2):79-86. 1995.
Goulden V & Wilkinson SM. Patch testing for Compositae allergy. Br J Dermatol; 138(6):1018-1021. 1998. |
Herbert Ross, DC with Keri Brenner, L.Ac.
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 Depending on the reason, restoring hormonal balance may be more effectively achieved with dietary changes, nutritional supplements, natural progesterone cream, herbal therapy, or traditional Chinese medicine.
Dietary Recommendations
Eating soybeans and soybean-derived products, particularly fermented soy foods such as tempeh and miso, can help counteract the negative effects of excess estrogen. These foods contain high levels of genistein, a substance that has a chemical structure similar to estrogen. |
David Winston, RH(AHG), and Steven Maimes
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 A few of our favorites are Medical Herbalism by David Hoffmann, Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy by Simon Mills and Kerry Bone, and herbal therapy & Supplements: A Scientific and Traditional Approach by Merrily Kuhn and David Winston.
REFERENCES AND SOURCES
In compiling this book, many sources (including scientists, academics, authors, and health care practitioners) were consulted, and the research was assembled so that it could be presented in a readable format for comprehensive understanding. In most cases, references are not provided within the text. |
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^ffl Due to the advanced nature of this disease, and the risk of permanent damage resulting in teeth removal, herbal therapy is not recommended as a first option for treatment. The suggestions listed below are beneficial as adjuncts to therapy provided by your dentist.
Eucalyptus oil: Eucalyptol, a compound found in eucalyptus oil, possesses antimicrobial properties and is present in many commercially available mouthwashes. To make your own mouthwash dilute several drops of eucalyptus oil in water. |
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| Broad spectrum herbal therapy against superficial fungal infections. Skin Pharmacol Appl Skin Physiol; 13:60-64.'2000
Sharara AL. Lozenge-induced esophagitis. Gastrointest Endosc; 51(5):622-623. 2000
Spoerke DG, Vandenberg SA, Smolinske SC, et al. Eucalyptus oil: 14 cases of exposure. Vet Human Toxicol; 31(2): 166-168. 1989
Takasaki M, Konoshima T, Etoh H et al. Cancer chemoprevention activity of euglobal-G 1 from leaves of Eucalyptus grandis. Cancer Lett; 155(l):61-655. 2000
Tibballs J. Clinical effects and management of eucalyptus oil ingestion in infants and young children. |
| The Efficacy of Traditional Chinese herbal therapy in Atopic Eczema. Int Arch Allergy Immunol. 104; 222-226. 1994
Lu CS, Effects of Rehmannia glutinosa in the treatment of Sheehan's syndrome. Chung Hsi I Chieh Ho Tsa Chih, 116:476-8, 451, Aug. 1985
Ni M, Bian B, Wang H, Constituents of the dry roots of Rehmannia glutinosa. Libosch Chung Kuo Chung Yao Tsa Chih, 116:297-8, inside backcover, May. 1992
Tomoda M, Miyamoto H, Shimizu N. Structural features and Anticomplementary Activity of Rehmannan SA, a Polysaccharide from the Root of Rehmannia glutinosa. Chem Pharm Bull. 42 (8); 1666-1668. |
| These data illustrate estrogen-like activity of Dong Quai that might assist in decision-making regarding herbal therapy use by women at risk for breast cancer—both estrogen sensitive and insensitive. Given these findings and the scarcity of clinical data on side effects, caution is warranted for the use of Dong Quai in treating peri- or postmenopausal symptoms in women with breast cancer particularly (Lau et al 2005).
An earlier study shows no statistically significant estrogenic effects in a group of 71 postmenopausal women who took either placebo (maltodextrin) or Dong Quai (4. |
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 A randomized double-blind study compared the saw palmetto/nettle combination to the standard BPH dmg finasteride in 543 patients with BPH Stages I—II. The herbal therapy and dmg therapy proved similarly effective in all measures: urinary flow rate, urination time,
IPSS scores, and patients' quality of life assessments. Both therapies increased in effectiveness over a period of months. For example, the average IPSS score in the herbal therapy group declined from 11.3 to 8.2 after 24 weeks and to 6.5 after 48 weeks; in the finasteride group it declined from 11.8 to 8.0 after 24 weeks and to 6. |
Amarjit S. Basra
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 There is no historical basis for lipid-lowering herbal therapy; therefore herbal remedies need closer scientific evaluation. Orthodox treatment is mainly with a group of drugs called the statins; several of those very effective agents (e.g., simvastatin and pravastatin) are produced by fungi.
As is the case with diabetes, a high-fiber diet reduces cholesterol absorption and simple bulking agents such as psyllium (Plantago isphagula) have been found to have small effectives. |
Michael Friedman, ND
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 In the third article, about dietary therapy for hyperthyroidism prepared by California acupuncturist Heidi Middlebrooks, patients are told to avoid iodide-containing foods because iodine provides "the substrate for increased thyroxine production which, over the long term, may delay or counteract the effectiveness of herbal therapy (TCM) or antithyroid therapy (Western medicine), and indeed may precipitate an acute thyroid crisis."45 No supporting research was mentioned in making this statement. |
Mike Adams
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 Competes with prescription drugs as an alternative herbal therapy.
<** FDA claims Ephedra is, "Unsafe at any dose."
•* FDA whistle blowers were routinely censored, intimidated, and threatened if they spoke out about the dangers of Rezulin.
FDA senior officials personally evangelized Rezulin, pushing it through regulatory hurdles and preventing it from being pulled off the market.
Rezulin was allowed to stay on the U.S. market for 52 months after Great Britain banned it, generating an additional $2.1 billion in revenues for its maker. |
Lesley Tierra
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 Secondly, wholistic herbal therapy is appropriate to use in almost all conditions, either by itself or as an adjunct to other methods. Because mild herbs do not interfere with chemical drugs, they can be taken to assist modern medical procedures, from surgery and hospitalization to the intake of daily medicines. herbal therapy can thus be used in complex, serious conditions or in more simple situations.
When using herbal therapy to heal an illness, however, it is important to know when it is not working and other help is needed. |
Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D.
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 Herbs that may be helpful
While there have been few studies on herbal therapy for bursitis, most practitioners would consider using antiinflammatory herbs that have proven useful in conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis (page 387). These would include boswellia (page 644), turmeric (page 753), willow (page 760), and topical cayenne (page 654) ointment.
Are there any side effects or interactions?
Refer to the individual herb for information about any side effects or interactions. |
James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D.
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 Chinese herbal therapy can be helpful. See a qualified practitioner.
REFERENCES
Walton, A. J. E., M. L. Snaith, M. Locniskar, et al. 1991. Dietary fish oil and the severity of symptoms in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus. Annals of Rheuma-tological Disease 50:463-66.
Macular Degeneration
The macula is the part of the eye that allows us to sec detail in the center of our vision field. When the macula breaks down or is damaged, fine work like reading, sewing, and painting becomes difficult or impossible. |
Michael T. Murray
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 Authorities now consider American ginseng the most evidence-based herbal therapy for type 2 diabetes.19 Dr. Vuksan's team has determined that American ginseng works by the stimulation of pancreatic beta cells with a subsequent increase in insulin secretion. It also has significant antioxidant properties and improves cognitive function. American ginseng has also been shown to possess nerve protection and regeneration properties. This could prove to be valuable in diabetes where peripheral and autonomic nerve damage so often occurs. |
James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D.
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| Bodywork
Acupuncture and Chinese herbal therapy offered by a qualified practitioner can be helpful for chronic prostatitis.
Reflexology
See pages 686-687 for information about reflexology areas and how to work them.
Work the areas corresponding to the prostate, the lower back/bladder, and the lymph/groin area.
Hydrotherapy
Hot and cold hydrotherapy in the pelvic region stimulates circulation and reduces inflammation. First sit in a warm tub for two minutes, then sit in cool water for thirty seconds. Repeat three times. |
| Panax ginseng is revered in Chinese medicine as an antiaging herbal therapy. Take a standardized product containing 4 to 7 percent ginsenosides at 100 to 250 mg twice daily. Do not use if you have high blood pressure.
DHEA is a hormone that research shows is an accurate marker of aging. If your level is low, talk with your doctor about starting at a 15 mg dosage.
Ginger (Zingiber officinale) is indeed excellent for aiding the digestion; it also prevents blood clotting and has anti-inflammatory properties. |
| In addition, Chinese herbal therapy from a qualified practitioner can be very helpful.
Aromatherapy
To relieve general endometrial pain not caused by a digestive problem, use rosemary or marjoram. Both of these herbs have a pleasant warming effect on the body. Add either of the oils to a bath, or dilute them in a carrier oil and use in an abdominal massage.
If you're constipated, black pepper can revive your digestive system.
For stomach cramps caused by diarrhea or other gastrointestinal problems, use neroli or chamomile to relax your muscles. |
| Chinese herbal therapy from a practitioner of Asian medicine can be highly effective.
REFERENCES
Chang, H. M., and P. But, (eds.). 1986. Pharmacology and Applications of Chinese Materia Medica, Vol. 1. Singapore: World Scientific.
Lirussi, F, and L. Okolicsanyi. 1992. Cytoprotection in the nineties: Experience with ursodeoxycholic acid and silymarin in chronic liver disease. Acta Physiologica Hungarica 801(l^):363-67).
Herpes
The herpes family of viruses includes more than seventy known members. |
| Acupuncture and Chinese herbal therapy can be very effective for insomnia. See a qualified practitioner.
Aromatherapy
Essential oils can have a dramatic relaxing effect. Many can help you get to sleep, but lavender, neroli, chamomile, and ylang ylang are some of the best. Add some to a bath or a massage, or sprinkle a few drops on your pillow. You might also like to add the oil to a diffuser in your bedroom.
Marjoram is another sleep-inducing oil that has the additional benefit of warming and relaxing the muscles. |
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| For example, the average IPSS score in the herbal therapy group declined from 11.3 to 8.2 after 24 weeks and to 6.5 after 48 weeks; in the finasteride group it declined from 11.8 to 8.0 after 24 weeks and to 6.2 after 48 weeks. Patients tolerated herbal therapy better than finasteride, which causes diminished libido and sexual dysfunction, including impotence in a small minority of patients (Sokeland 2000).
The combined use of nettle root and pygeum has been shown to synergize in inhibiting aromatase. |
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