Autoimmune disease (noun) pathology: a disease resulting from a disordered immune reaction in which antibodies are produced against one’s own tissues, as systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) or rheumatoid arthritis (RA). It was first recorded in 1960 – 65. Normally, our immune system produces antibodies that protect us from harmful substances such as bacteria, viruses, toxins [read more…]
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To Mask or Not To Mask?
With apologies to Shakespeare, the above is more of a controversy than a question. There are people who have adverse reactions to vaccines, and I am sure that there could be a few bonafide medical reasons for not wearing a mask. Both instances are a minority of the general population, and, like in a democracy, [read more…]
CORONAVIRUS (COVID-19) FACT vs. FICTION
Coronavirus (COVID-19) is a mutation of a virus that has been around for a very long time. Coronaviruses are an extremely common cause of colds and other upper respiratory infections. COVID-19, short for “coronavirus disease 2019,” is the official name given by the World Health Organization to the disease caused by this newly identified coronavirus. [read more…]
What are Kidney Stones?
According to my Taber’s Medical dictionary, 19th Edition I was referred to “Calculus, Renal”. A calculus (kăl’ku-lus) pl. (calculi) (L., pebble) is defined as any abnormal concretion, commonly called a stone, within the animal body. It is usually composed of mineral salts. These pathological concretions can occur in the gallbladder, kidneys, ureters, bladder, or urethra, [read more…]
What is Trigeminal Neuralgia?
Trigeminal neuralgia (tic douloureux) is pain due to malfunction of cranial nerve V (trigeminal nerve) which carries sensory information from the face to the brain and controls the muscles involved in chewing. The trigeminal nerve, as suggested by its name has three branches: the ophthalmic, the maxillary, and the mandibular. Inflammation cause a sudden attack [read more…]
Dr. Brouse’s Tele-Clinic Lectures
Allow me to introduce you to one of the most amazing people that I know. He is a very gifted speaker and has the ability to communicate nutritional information in a manner that the general public can understand and apply. In 2011 his book “Build a Better You” was published in its 8th Edition. Dr. [read more…]
What is Chemotherapy?
What is Chemotherapy? Part One. Chemotherapy, by definition, is drug therapy used, for example, to treat infections, cancers, and other diseases and infections. I find it interesting that in my Taber’s Medical Dictionary there is this “CAUTION: Chemotherapeutic agents used to treat cancer are poisons and pose risks to those who handle them, primarily pharmacists [read more…]
March is Nutrition Month
Link: Landmark Study “More people have died from eating than ever starved to death!” – Benjamin Franklin One of the five pillars of Chinese medicine is based on the concept of Food Cures – eating in the proper way to maintain good health. Seasonal effects and the five energies of foods are essential if we [read more…]
Intriguing and Varied Effects in Humans from Consumption of a Novel, Patented Botanical Blend
Getting adequate sleep, eating a balanced diet, regular exercise, and managing stress are important lifestyle management strategies to maintain a well-functioning immune system. But is there anything else you can do to counteract the constant barrage of attacks to your immune system brought about by stress, pollution, aging, and even every day metabolic processes? Perhaps [read more…]
WHAT INTERFERON IS AND HOW IT WORKS
Everyday Life Is Filled with Health Threats Many of these threats are invisible. Viral infections like flu and hepatitis. Bacteria infections. Environmental toxins. Maybe even Avian flu and SARS. They’re out there. You touch things when you shop. You eat with non-sterile utensils. You shake hands with someone. You are exposed every single day of [read more…]