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Probiotics vs Antibiotics for Recurrent Urinary Infections
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
Mainstream treatment for recurring urinary tract infections has been antibiotics, but now an article in the May of 2012 issue of Archives of Internal Medicine shows that probiotics are nearly as effective as antibiotics over a one year period in decreasing the number of urinary tract infections.
The problem with antibiotics is their side effects. They cause...
Probiotics, Diarrhea, and S. Boulardii
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
When we use antibiotics we destroy the microbial ecosystem in the gut that can lead to overgrowth of microbes that can cause yeast overgrowth. S. boulardii is a friendly yeast that crowds out pathogenic yeast that make us sick. Overuse of antibiotics often also leads to superinfections with C. difficile that causes a horrible inflammation in the gut.
Probiotics: Why They Are Important
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
The definition, function, and importance of probiotics are reviewed. The ecosystem of the intestinal tract is composed of at least a thousand different species of microbes. It is easy to disturb this sensitive and complex balance that can lead to important effects on our digestion and absorption of nutrients, our immunity, and overall wellness.
Proton Pump Inhibitors and Their Side Effects
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
Proton pump inhibitors are massively overused. They are not approved for more than 6-8 weeks. Side effects include osteoporosis, senile dementia, poor digestion, addiction, poor absorption of calcium and iron.
Proton Pump Inhibitors Increase Risk for Kidney Failure and Heart Attacks
submitted by: admin on 05/24/2016
Proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) such as Prilosec, Nexium, Protonix, and Aciphex have been available for about 20 years and each year about 15 million people use them and bring in $10 billion every year. PPIs are vastly overprescribed by MDs and because they are available over the counter, are overused by patients.
The major known side effects of PPIs include...
PSA Velocity
submitted by: admin on 11/23/2024
Should PSA screening be removed from prostate cancer guidelines? Some researchers have found that a change of PSA levels over time is a poor predictor of prostate cancer and may lead to many unnecessary biopsies.
Psychiatrists Embrace Pill Power
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
Big Pharma's control over psychiatry is a major step backwards. Even reimbursement for services is skewed to higher payment for drug vs cognitive treatment. It is time to treat patients, not primarily their symptoms.
Psychiatrists Ties With Big Pharma
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
Psychiatrist have become psycho-pharmacologists. They are cutting back on accepting funds for their conferences from Big Pharma. There's a place for drugs but it is way overdone. Follow the dollars to see what's happening.
Psychological Issues
submitted by: admin on 02/19/2015
Psychological issues cause heart attacks and increase their complications. It is important to deal with these challenges because their complications can be prevented by reducing the inflammation that is an underlying cause. Dr. Saputo recommends the following media files that will show the deep impact of anxiety, depression, and post traumatic stress on...
Purple Pill Blues
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
Proton pump inhibitors are massively overrated and over used. This results in maldigestion, malabsorption of B12, iron, calcium, and a significant increase in osteoporosis and dementia if taken over several years. It is not approved by the FDA for more than 8 weeks, but MDs use it longer as an off-label usage. The benefits of licorice root extract are equivalent...
Putting Together the Pieces of the Covid 19 Puzzle
submitted by: admin on 06/16/2020
Dr. Len has been following the progression of the Covid 19 pandemic and has uncovered glaring inconsistencies that are forming a pattern that is emerging. He will review aspects of this pandemic that on the surface make little sense until the dots are connected...then what is surfacing is terrifying. This, when coupled with widespread censoring and news that...
Reconciling Science and Spirituality with Michael Buchele, MD
submitted by: admin on 11/23/2024
Reconciling science and spirituality is possible through the philosophy of Arthur Young. The Theory of Bioprocess is the outcome of work from Frank Barr and Mike Buchele.
Regulation of Supplements
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
The regulation of supplements is problematic. We clearly need regulation because supplement companies tend to make statements about what they do that is not proven, but at the same time we also need to have access to using them, especially if they are safe. A balanced regulation is what is needed. MD control of supplements is being suggested; yet they...
Repetitive Stress Injuries with Eric Peper, PhD
submitted by: admin on 11/23/2024
Surprisingly, usually there's no relationship between the number of repetitions and injury. The factors that lead to these injuries are discussed. Ergonomic factors are only 30%. Stress immobilization injury is discussed.
Risks for Breast Cancer
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
Genetics only accounts for 5-10% of cancers. Environmental and lifestyle factors have a lot to do with getting cancer. Estrogen is another big player in causing cancer. The role of methylation is discussed.
Safe Skin Care Products with Lani Simpson, DC
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
Commercial skin care problems are not regulated and they tend to go through the skin more often than most of us realize. Over time bioaccumulation is a big issue.
Science, Spirituality and Covid 19 and Where we are Now!
submitted by: admin on 08/07/2020
We are learning that we cannot trust the information, recommendations,
and mandates of our government when it comes to Covid 19. There is an abundance of misinformation that changes over time and often makes no sense. We are depending on a test for diagnosis that is far from accurate, data on theprevalence and mortality that is simply...
Shocking Effects of Taking an Occasional Sleeping Pill
submitted by: admin on 05/28/2014
Sleeping pills are not safe for anyone! Not for people with congestive heart failure (CHF), and not for healthy adults with insomnia. We are not talking about minor issues; we're talking about problems leading to hospital re-admissions, death, or an increased risk for developing cancer!
According to information presented in May of 2014 at the...
Should Angelina Jolie have had a Bilateral Mastectomy?
submitted by: admin on 05/20/2016
We can't blame Angelina Jolie for choosing to have a bilateral mastectomy because of the BRCA 1 gene defect. She has every right to deal with this issue. However, we can blame her and the press for sensationalizing her choice and influencing millions of women when it comes to their making a choice about how to deal with having the BRCA 1 or BRCA...
Should Statins Be Sold Over the Counter?
submitted by: admin on 10/14/2013
Merck wants to make Mevacor an over the counter drug. This would no doubt sell more drug, but also be giving a dangerous drug to people who do not need it. Its side effects are dangerous.
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