5-HTP naturally increases the serotonin levels in the brain & body, whereas the antidepressants, Prozac, Zoloft, Paxil, Effexor, Serzone, Luvox, Remeron, etc, unnaturally increase serotonin levels and have many significant side effects. Do not take 5-HTP together with these drugs or you may increase the serotonin too much & create unpleasant symptoms.

Tryptophan was used by millions of people for many years & is safe. It was removed from the market because of problems caused by a contaminant from a Japanese supplying company. Political reasons have kept it off the over-the-counter market. It is available by prescription from many compounding pharmacies.

The benefits of 5-HTP are virtually the same as those of tryptophan, being:

• The support of feelings of well-being, calm, serenity, relaxation, & concentration.
• Natural anti-depressant effects.
• Augments light therapy for depression.
• A natural sleep aid.
• An anti-anxiety agent.
• Helpful in agitated or mild manic states.
• May inhibit aggressive behavior.
• Reduces carbohydrate cravings, thus aiding blood sugar control & weight loss.
• Reduces symptoms of PMS.
• With fibromyalgia, reduces the number of tender points, anxiety, pain intensity & improves quality of sleep.
• Aids in general chronic pain syndromes.

Equivalency to tryptophan: 500 mg tryptophan equals 100 mg 5-HTP.

• Abacavir is an antiviral medication. It is in a category of HIV medicines called reverse transcriptase inhibitors. Abacavir inhibits the reproduction of HIV in your body.
• Abacavir is used to treat the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which causes the acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).
• Abacavir is not a cure for HIV or AIDS.

The PDR reference is here.

• 1. the part of the body of a mammal between the thorax and the pelvis; belly.
• 2. the cavity of this part of the body containing most of the digestive organs.

[Dr. Schulze]

"Pap smears were designed to get women back into a doctor's office."

They con women into either biopsies or surgery for their cervix before they really have any problem.

The pap smear itself can cause enough inflammation to give you a bad pap smear the next time.

The pap smears are classified into five categories ...1,2,3, and 4 and 5. Class one pap smear means nothing: you are fine. A class two pap smear and the gynecologist says, "Well, you know we got a problem here." All a class two pap smear means is inflammation is present.

You can have that inflammation from one sexual intercourse because the penis might bump against the cervix. You could have that inflammation from using a tampon that may have some bleach on it that caused some inflammation. You could have that inflammation just from taking antibiotics which gave you a little bit of a yeast infection. . .

You didn't even notice the cause of the inflammation, but a doctor goes, "Well, inflammation is present, we better go farther. Let's do a biopsy." In the old days, a biopsy used to be, "We'll take a little piece of that tissue."

Nowadays, they do what is called a 'cone-biopsy', which means they freeze the cervix and just take it off.

They take the whole tip of the cervix off. Then they figure, "Well look, why do a biopsy? We'll probably find cancer. We might as well get rid of the cervix and do it all in one treatment. And if we don't, she'll probably get cancer eventually."

If a woman is checked five years later and is full of cancer, she can sue for malpractice if the biopsy was not done, so a doctor has every reason to cover himself and do it.

So this can not only affect your future pregnancy, it can affect sexual intercourse; it can affect birth control, if you are using a cervical cap, and it can set up all sorts of problems. Of course, it can cause inflammation and disease which could lead to cancer.

Dr. Schulze has an article How to STOP and reverse CERVICAL Cancer. on Dusan Stojkovich's web site.

See also Cervical Cancer, Cervical Dysplasia

Dr. Christopher suggests CMM and BF&C.

• Acarbose delays the digestion of carbohydrates (forms of sugar) in your body. This decreases the amount of sugar that passes into your blood after a meal and prevents periods of hyperglycemia (high blood sugar).
• Acarbose is used to treat non-insulin-dependent (Type II) diabetes mellitus.

The PDR reference is here

See isotretinoin

• Acebutolol is in a class of drugs called beta-blockers. Beta-blockers affect your heart and circulatory system.
• Acebutolol is used to lower blood pressure, lower heart rate, and reduce angina (chest pain).

The PDR reference is here

• Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer.
• Acetaminophen is used to treat many conditions such as headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers.

The PDR reference is here

• Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer.
• Butalbital is in a class of drugs called barbiturates that slow down your central nervous system (brain and nerve impulses) causing relaxation.
• The combination, acetaminophen and butalbital, is used to treat tension (or muscle contraction) headaches.

The PDR reference is here.

• Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer.
• Caffeine is used in this product to increase the pain relieving effects of acetaminophen.
• Together, acetaminophen and caffeine are used to treat many conditions such as headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds and fevers.

The PDR reference is here

• Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer.
• Chlorpheniramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in the body. Chlorpheniramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
• Acetaminophen and chlorpheniramine is used to treat aches and pains, headache, fever, and congestion associated with the flu, colds, allergies, and hay fever.

The PDR reference is here.

• Codeine is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It relieves pain.
• Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of codeine.
• Together, acetaminophen and codeine are used to relieve moderate-to-severe pain.

The PDR reference is here.

• Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. It is used to treat many conditions, such as headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers.
• Dextromethorphan is a cough suppressant. It suppresses an area in your brain that causes you to cough.
• Acetaminophen and dextromethorphan is used to treat sore throats, coughs, fever, and aches and pains associated with the common cold.

The PDR reference is here.

• Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer.
• Diphenhydramine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in the body. Diphenhydramine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
• Acetaminophen and diphenhydramine is used to treat watering of the eyes, congestion, sneezing, and itchy throat caused by allergies and hay fever.

The PDR reference is here.

• Hydrocodone (related to codeine) is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It relieves pain.
• Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of hydrocodone.
• Together, acetaminophen and hydrocodone are used to relieve moderate-to-severe pain.

The PDR reference is here.

• Oxycodone (related to codeine) is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It relieves pain.
• Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of oxycodone.
• Together, acetaminophen and oxycodone are used to relieve moderate-to-severe pain.

The PDR reference is here.

• Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer.
• Phenyltoloxamine is an antihistamine. It blocks the effects of the naturally occurring chemical histamine in the body. Acetaminophen/phenyltoloxamine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
• Acetaminophen and phenyltoloxamine is used to treat aches and pains, headache, fever, and congestion associated with the flu, colds, allergies, and hay fever.

The PDR reference is here.

• Propoxyphene (related to codeine) is in a class of drugs called narcotic analgesics. It works by changing the way your body feels pain.
• Acetaminophen is a less potent pain reliever that increases the effects of propoxyphene.
• Together, acetaminophen and propoxyphene are used to relieve pain.

The PDR reference is here.

• Acetaminophen is a pain reliever and a fever reducer. It is used to treat many conditions, such as headache, muscle aches, arthritis, backache, toothaches, colds, and fevers.
• Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant. It constricts (shrinks) blood vessels (veins and arteries). This reduces the blood flow to certain areas, which decreases swelling and allows nasal and respiratory (breathing) passages to open up.
• Acetaminophen and pseudoephedrine is used to treat nasal congestion, headache, fever, and other symptoms associated with allergies, hay fever, and the common cold.

The PDR reference is here.

• Acetazolamide is a carbonic anhydrase inhibitor. Carbonic anhydrase is a protein in your body. Acetazolamide reduces the activity of this protein.
• Acetazolamide is used to treat glaucoma and to treat and to prevent acute mountain sickness (altitude sickness). It is also used as a part of some treatment plans for congestive heart failure and seizure disorders.

The PDR reference is here.

• Acetohexamide is in a class of drugs called sulfonylureas. It is used to help control blood sugar levels.
• Acetohexamide is used to treat diabetes, along with diet, exercise, and insulin therapy, if necessary.

The PDR reference is here.

Is a memory neurotransmitter with multiple functions, part of which is relaxing certain muscles in your body which allows increased blood flow into your genital area. It is also important for nerve transmission in your brain in an area vitally important for sexual arousal.

See also Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease, Heartburn

[Otto Mausert]

Stomach disorders--There are different diseases caused by acidosis coming under this heading, but the direct cause is the same for almost all of them. Eating fast, improper chewing, overloading, and eating the wrong kinds of food, are generally responsible for the troubles. The bad habits must be abandoned in order to affect a cure, as there is no medicine that can chew the food properly, or stop anybody from overloading, or prevent one from eating things that are hard to digest.

Food that is not properly masticated is retained longer in the stomach than it should be. As a result, it turns sour and ferments, creating an excessive amount of acid and gas. This in turn causes a great deal of irritation and inflammation on the mucous lining of the whole digestive system or tract. A catarrhal condition gradually sets in, and the lining becomes coated with a thick slimy mucus that interferes with the assimilation of the food. Decomposition and decay result. Poisonous matter therefrom is absorbed, which leads to severe disturbances of the stomach and bowels and gradually the whole system. The result of this is far reaching, as it finally leads to many other diseases to which the human race is heir. It is only too true, that most people dig their own graves with their teeth.

Let me therefore repeat, what we might call the Golden Rule of Health: eat slowly, chew food well, and don't overload. Eat only plain food, plenty of fresh vegetable matter, salads, ripe fruits. The richer foods, however, such as meat, eggs, starches, sweets, etc., should be taken more moderately and only in proportion to the amount of work one does. In that way the food can be balanced properly and digested more completely. Failure to live up to these simple natural rules will gradually lead to the operating table--but the operation will not remove the underlying cause, and consequently will not bring the desired relief."

Dr. Christopher suggests Antispasmodic Tincture .

• Acitretin is a form of vitamin A. The exact way that acitretin works is unknown.
• Acitretin is used to treat severe psoriasis that has not responded to other treatments.

The PDR reference is here.

• Alclometasone is a topical steroid. It reduces or inhibits the actions of chemicals in the body that cause inflammation, redness, and swelling.
• Alclometasone is used to treat the inflammation caused by a number of conditions such as allergic reactions, eczema, and psoriasis.

The PDR reference is here.

Food sensitivities seem to play a role in acne also.

[Dr. Christopher]

The primary lesion or blackhead develops into a pinkish pustule or nodule. A teenager, sometime pre-teen, often breaks out with a horrible skin condition in which pustules and their scars may cover the skin, which is often coarse and oily. This causes an inferiority complex and other emotional disruption. At this time they may become irritable, snap and snarl at people. They are impossible to live around--why? They are growing into adulthood so rapidly that they are maturing faster than they are equipped.

As the teenagers grow up, they, like everybody else today, eat devitalized, dead, "mucus-loaded" junk materials that could only be called "garbage food" or meals without energy and life building materials in them. The rapid change from childhood to adulthood requires foods rich in vitamins, minerals, etc., needed in the healthy body. Processed foods are low or lacking in natural hormone and estrogen materials needed in the growth transition to adulthood. The young person's body realizes the lack and the need, and tries to pull the required materials from the body. If they are not there, the strain of trying to produce them causes irritation, a nasty snarling disposition, and a pimply complexion.

We blame the child for not being cooperative, for craving sweets, excess meats and bakery products. The body is craving vitamins and minerals and basic needs for health, and that "craving" is termed "hidden hunger." To pacify this hungry gnawing feeling, the young person stuffs on junk food, adding insult to injury. From this diet comes acne, boils, irritability, the sick and sad youth. The girls have difficult menstrual periods with cramps, flooding, or off-timed cycles, and the boys have a tendency toward early prostrate trouble and unhealthy sex drive.

[Dr. Stoll]

Acne is a kind of sebaceous cyst. The "cure" for acne is to take the pressure off the Hypothalamic fight or flight storage. To do that, the single most important thing is 'Skilled Relaxation'. However, a whole foods diet, and/or therapeutic doses of food supplements & essential oils, and exercise greatly magnify the effect of SR; and so most people will see faster results by doing all three. These are the 3 legs of the wellness stool so often mentioned on Dr. Stoll's website.

Dr. Stoll says: "Acne is caused by imbalances in the normal hormonal matrix that makes up us all. Women have several hormonal stressors that we men do not: pregnancy, menopause, menses, nursing and a generally more responsive hormonal net than men have. ANYONE with acne past puberty has to have a glandular imbalance that is showing acne as just the tip of the iceberg of what effect this will have on the rest of their health for the rest of their lives. Even if you could totally eliminate the acne with a pill, all you would be doing is turning off the message your bodymind is trying to send you about the iceberg."

Read Alternative Approaches to Acne by Elizabeth Burch, ND here

The acne archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

Dr. Christopher suggests Changease or Red Clover Combination or Black Walnut Tincture or Chickweed Ointment

• Acrivastine is an antihistamine. It works against the naturally occurring chemical histamine in your body. Acrivastine prevents sneezing; itchy, watery eyes and nose; and other symptoms of allergies and hay fever.
• Pseudoephedrine is a decongestant. It constricts (shrinks) blood vessels (veins and arteries). This reduces the blood flow to certain areas, which decreases swelling and allows nasal and respiratory (breathing) passages to open up.

The PDR reference is here

Acu-Yoga uses whole body postures rather than just hand pressure.

By applying thumb and fingertip pressure, specific symptoms are relieved and balance is restored to the entire body. Used by the Chinese for at least 5,000 years, its practitioners find it highly effective for managing stress and preventing injuries, treating sciatica, arthritis, headaches, fatigue and general irritability.

One thousand hours of training are required to become an acupressure therapist. An additional 150 hours of training at a fully approved school are needed for certification.

To visit the Acceptance-Method Acupresure site click here.

The Chinese practice of inserting needles into specific points (acupoints) along the "meridians" of the body. It is used to relieve pain, to induce surgical anesthesia, and for preventative and therapeutic purposes. The insertion of the needles stimulates the acupuncture points and alters the flow of chi.

Food sensitivities and Leaky Gut syndrome are implicated in many cases of Attention Deficit Disorder.

[Dr. Stoll] It has been accepted for years that exactly the same place in the brain is affected by ALL addictions. SO, when it is stimulated by no matter which addiction, it influences all the rest. Perhaps a good book about addiction in general would help you?

I can remember, nearly 40 years ago, when I was addicted to Bridge for about a year, I had a terrible time avoiding smoking at those times I played Bridge. I thought at the time that it was simply "association" but now, I wonder.

Association certainly has something to do with it but it is NOT the only explanation.

See also Alcoholism, Food Addiction, Gambling, Sex Addiction, Smoking.

Sixty percent of the food you eat is used to produce your source of energy called ATP. It is made when two Hydrogen atoms combine in your cells with Oxygen converting a compound into ATP. This is why, without Hydrogen you would have no energy.

When ATP is formed, as above, the two Hydrogen atoms which combine with Oxygen then produce, as the by-product, pure water, which is also critical to life. There is no toxicity.

The adrenal dysfunction archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

Adrenals formula: Mullein, Lobelia, Siberian Ginseng, Gotu Kola, Hawthorn Berries, Cayenne and Ginger.

Adrenetone corrects any imbalance in the adrenal glands and compensates for stress placed on the heart.

You can buy Adrenetone here .

Because of the new energies coming into Mother Earth and her decreasing magnetic field, changes in our DNA, etc., it is important to have our auras balanced properly prior to these major changes. It is also important to keep our spinal vertebrae, cranial bones and pelvic bones in alignment for our nervous systems to function properly.

The Robert McFerran's Diets archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

It is thought parasitic infections contribute to the development of AIDS.

The AIDS archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

ALC is used in Europe to help many forms of senile dementia & to improve brain blood flow disorders.

Research shows Acetyl-L-Carnitine:

• Improves memory, attention span, & mental performance in normal individuals as well as those with cognitive impairment.
• Alleviates depression.
• Improves blood flow to your brain & heart.
• Helps Alzheimer's & Parkinson's disease.
• Reduces brain cell death, maintains nerve growth factor & helps nourish brain cells.
• Improves communication between the right & left side of your brain.
• Improves immune functioning.
• Helps reduce high blood sugar levels.
• Helps burn body fat by promoting the use of fatty acids for energy.

Mitochondria are small structures found within all cells. This is where energy is produced in all cells in your body. ALC restores mitochondria membrane function & fluidity to that of a younger organism & thus helps restore mental & physical energy & function.

Although treatments in “detox” centers may involve natural substances, such as B vitamins and vitamin C, these substances are often administered intravenously and therefore require a doctor’s intervention. Oral vitamins are not believed to be very helpful in the initial stages of detoxification, because excessive drinking damages the gastrointestinal tract, leading to malabsorption. Intravenous (IV) administration of vitamins bypasses the gastrointestinal tract and therefore supplies vitamins even in the absence of a healthy gut.

The alcohol archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

Young children have this natural poise. If you watch a toddler in action, you will see an erect spine, free joints and a large head balancing easily on a little neck. A healthy child walks and plays with regal posture. Barring birth defects, we all began that way. But over the years, we often lose that spontaneity and ease.

the Alexander Technique Center of Washington, D.C. has a website here .

The Complete Guide to the Alexander Technique is here .

A vitality augmenter. The idea of humans consuming something that is generally grown as feed for animals has never really gained widespread acceptance with the general public. But considered as a spring tonic, Alfalfa has no equal. It is one of the best single sources of protein, and is very high in vitamins A, D, E, B-6, and K, calcium, magnesium, chlorophyll, phosphorous, iron, potassium, trace minerals and several digestive enzymes. Alfalfa is one of the most studied plants available. We know it contains many important substances, including several saponins, many sterols, flavonoids, coumarins, alkaloids, acids, vitamins, amino acids, natural sugars, proteins (25% by weight), minerals, trace elements and other essential nutrients. Alfalfa saponins inhibit increases in blood cholesterol levels by 25% in laboratory experiments with monkeys, rats and rabbits. Other components of Alfalfa greatly enhance the action of the saponins by binding the bile acids that are necessary for cholesterol absorption. French scientists have shown that Alfalfa can reduce tissue damage caused by another modern medical technique - radiotherapy. Also of interest are the effects of vitamin K, found in high concentrations in Alfalfa. In man, dietary vitamin K can remedy bleeding disorders which occur when the delivery of bile to the bowel is hindered, as for example in obstructive jaundice or biliary fistula. It is also important to remember that Alfalfa is a fiber. As such, it has been shown, along with Bran and Pectin, to bind & neutralize various types of agents carcinogenic to the colon. Finally, some work suggests that Alfalfa induces activity in a complex cellular system that inactivates dietary chemical carcinogens in the liver and small intestine before they have a chance to do the body any harm.

[Dr. Christopher]

In alfalfa we have a plant that even animals such as dogs and cats will go and find when they are sick. They are "led" to this and other herbs by instinct which tells them it will heal them. Perhaps even humans have such an instinct, if they only would "listen." As a small child, and a very sickly one at that, I used to go out in the springtime and pick young alfalfa leaves and eat them. It seemed as though some "force" would lead me to them. For this I am grateful, because with this guidance I feel I was given additional help to fight off some of the sicknesses with which I was born.

I remember reading, years back, the story of a father, mother and some children who were in a concentration camp where the food and living conditions were far below standard. People were dying from malnutrition, but this family found a small clump of alfalfa growing in the corner of the concentration camp grounds. Each day they would chew thoroughly a sprig or two of the alfalfa and found as a result that the entire family felt strong and healthy. They would beg others there to do the same, but were laughed at and ridiculed. However, they continued eating the alfalfa (new growth coming on continually) as long as they remained imprisoned in that area. When they were released they were in good health, while their friends who had refused to - follow their advice had either died or were very sickly and suffering from severe malnutrition.

Dr. Christopher has a newsleter about Alfalfa here .

Dr. Stoll has an essay about allergies here .

The allergy archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

See also Food Allergy and Food Sensitivity

There is only dry fiber cells and liquid acid cells. When you cut or crush garlic, the acid pours on the fiber and allicin is the result of that chemical reaction. What works in the garlic really isn't there until we chew it, or slice it, or bruise it. That is why garlic doesn't have much of a smell until you really activate it.

The allicin is created by the acid cells being ruptured and mixing with the fiber of garlic. It's an immediate chemical reaction and allicin is produced. That's why a fresh garlic clove doesn't have much smell. But when you chop it up, boom, you're creating chemistry in your kitchen.

An exceptional healing plant with an extensive history of use covering 18 centuries. World-wide, there exist hundreds of species of this succulent, yucca-like plant, but those most often used are Aloe barbandensis, Aloe perryi, Aloe ferros, and the ever-popular houseplant Aloe Vera, whose fresh leaves can serve as an effective treatment for minor burns, abrasions and cuts. Aloe Vera gel, derived from the “mucilaginous cells” contained inside the leaves, is widely used in a variety of forms such as lotions, moisturizers, cosmetics, and shampoos. Aloe powder, derived from the tough outer leaf of the plant, is a strong 'cathartic' consumed internally as a cleanser, and often touted as a treatment for a variety of conditions ranging from liver disease to AIDS. Clinical evidence supports many of the health claims attributed to Aloe Vera. Researchers have found that fresh Aloe gel promotes wound healing by speeding up the growth of skin cells and aiding recovery from surgery. Aloe has also proved effective in treating pressure sores, chronic leg ulcers, and frostbite. Aloe Vera has also been shown to have strong antibacterial and antifungal properties against a broad range of microbes. Carrisyn, an extract of aloe, has shown recent evidence of being able to inhibit a number of viruses 'in-vitro', including the strains responsible for herpes simples, measles, and HIF. Carrisyn appears to work by stimulating the immune system to trigger the production of T cells, thereby increasing immune function. Other active ingredients of the Aloe plant include 'salicylates', which control inflammation and pain, and an enzyme that inhibits 'bradykinin', the chemical messenger responsible for transmitting pain signals through the nerves. Aloe also contains 'magnesium lactate', a chemical known to inhibit the release of histamines responsible for skin irritation and itching.

Simply Natural Products has a collection of articles about Aloe Vera on Their website.

Lipoic acid is a vitamin-like enzyme co-factor which can be produced in your body, but usually in insufficient amounts for optimal health. It is found in potatoes, carrots, yams, sweet potatoes, beets, & red meat. It is classified as “essential” because it is a vital component of the energy reactions that turn glucose into energy.

Lipoic acid is a potent antioxidant with 2 unique characteristics not found in other antioxidants. First, it is both fat & water soluble allowing it to go anywhere in your body to carry out its function. Second, it has the power to enhance & restore other antioxidants such as vitamin C, E. beta carotene, & selenium, with a crucial benefit being its ability to regenerate the all-important glutathione.

Lipoic acid has been solidly studied & the scientific evidence shows it:

• Is necessary for converting glucose into chemical energy.
• Decreases insulin resistance (which is a major factor in diabetes, obesity, & heart disease.
• Increases the efficiency of insulin.
• Helps some diabetics reduce their reliance on insulin (diabetics using this product must monitor their blood sugar & make appropriate insulin adjustments.)
• Helps to prevent the complications of diabetes, such as neuropathy, cataracts, & macular degeneration.
• In some cases has reversed neuropathy (a painful nerve degeneration.)
• Is a useful adjunctive therapy in diabetic cardiomyopathy.
• Improves nerve conduction.
• Is helpful with chemical hypersensitivity syndrome.
• Helps protect the liver when there is high alcohol intake.
• Has liver protecting action in cirrhosis & various forms of hepatitis.
• Used to decrease elevated liver enzymes of unknown cause.
• Helps with drug induced liver injury.
• Has protective & curative effects in heavy metal & toxic poisoning such as arsenic, lead, mercury, cadmium, nickel, iron & copper.
• Exhibits an antitoxic effect in poisoning by mercuric chloride, arsenobenzoles, carbon tetrachloride, aniline dyes, & phosphorus.
• Is considered the only antidote to mushroom poisoning.
• Improves memory in older but not younger laboratory animals.
• Reduces cataract formation.
• Promotes the growth of new nerve fibers & may be able to help regenerate brain cells with long-term supplementation.
• Helps prevent heart disease by protecting LDL cholesterol from oxidation. Oxidized LDL cholesterol tends to stick to the walls of arteries, resulting in plaque build up that can increase atherosclerosis.
• Protects tissues from damage associated with low oxygen supply such as following stroke, heart attack, trauma & surgery.
• Regulates aspects of your immune system & can inhibit the replication of HIV-I & other viruses as a natural protease inhibitor.

• Year discovered: 1827
• Atomic No.: 13
• Symbol: Al
• Atomic weight: 26.98154
• Melting point: 660.37º C

[Michelle A. Johnson, ND]

Dr. H. J. Roberts has written another book. He is a diabetic specialist and now a world expert on aspartame. His new book is entitled Defense Against Aszheimer's Disease. He talks about the escalation of Alzheimer's as a result of aspartame poisoning. Hospice nurses are reporting that women are being admitted at 30 years of age with Alzheimer's disease!!

Read Dr. Johnson's article ASPARTAME: Sweet and Deadly.

The term "amino acid" refers to the components of protein.

The word "amino" means, simply, containing nitrogen.

There are about 20 different amino acids that we deal with in ordinary life.

There is such a thing as a "balanced protein." The body needs many different amino acids in proper balance to make those building blocks. For instance, the egg is a perfect protein -- in that it has all the different amino acids in exactly the right balance so that the entire amount of the egg can be used to build the structure of the body. None is wasted.

Amino Acids are essential to the health and proper functioning of just about every part of the body. They are the building blocks of proteins, and proteins are part of every living cell. As a matter of fact, after water, amino acids make up the greatest portion of human body weight.

When you take some other proteins than eggs, the amino acids in that substance may be "out of balance," which means that the body tries to find OTHER amino acids from other foods you may have eaten -- to balance.

Let's say that you eat a batch of different foods and when you add up all the different amino acids in this batch they are perfectly balanced. Then ALL of that protein will be used to build and repair your body -- your organs, lungs, tissue, bones, skin, etc.

But, let's say that you eat a batch of food which, for whatever reason, contained NONE of one essential amino acid. Then ALL of the other protein you ate would be worthless as far as building body structure is concerned. The body would convert it to sugar and use it for energy or make it into fat. You can't store these various amino acids waiting until a needed one comes along.

An essential amino acid is any one of the amino acids that are essential for metabolism, health, and growth, but that are not synthesized (manufactured) by the body and thus must be obtained from food. For humans, these include isoleucine, leucine, lysine, methionine, phenyalanine, threonine, tryptophan, valine, and (during growth periods) arginine and histidine. A nonessential amino acid is an amino acid that is synthesized by the body and thus not specifically required in the diet. These include alanine, asparagine, aspartic acid, cysteine, glutamine, glutamic acid, glycine, proline, serine, and tyrosine.

Even though cysteine, for instance, is one of the "non essential" amino acids (because the body can make it internally), it is still "necessary" for body-building purposes. If there is not enough of the raw materials in the food for the body to make cysteine, then as far as that batch of food is concerned the food is an unbalanced protein

Ammonia is an essential ingredient in the manufacture of fertilizers, explosives, and any number of important chemicals and products. In organisms, ammonia is a building block for proteins and other nitrogen containing compounds such as the bases in DNA. While ammonia makes up a significant fraction of the atmospheres of some of the giant gas planets and of some comets, there is little free ammonia on the modern Earth. It is widely believed that ammonia was a constituent of the atmosphere of the primordial Earth, but that as life evolved and released oxygen into the atmosphere, any ammonia in the atmosphere was efficiently oxidized by the oxygen. To compensate for the loss of ammonia, life evolved a number of enzymatic pathways to create ammonia, or to use other forms of nitrogen such as nitrates to build required molecules. An example of an organizm that evolved the ability to create ammonia is the bacteria that grow on plants such as legumes (peas, beans, etc.) The bacteria grows on the roots of these plants and supplies the plant with the ammonia necessary to build proteins. This organism uses an enzyme that contains a very complex core consisting of iron and molybdenum to reduce nitrogen to ammonia.

High insulin levels somehow boost the production of androgens.

Anemia is a reduction in the number of red blood cells (RBCs), in the amount of hemoglobin in those cells, and in another related index called “hematocrit.” All three are measured on a complete blood count, which doctors shorten to “CBC.” As opposed to all other common causes for anemia, iron-deficiency anemia also causes RBCs to be abnormally small.

Since RBCs are needed to carry oxygen to tissues, anemia impairs oxygen supply to the body. Some common symptoms of anemia include fatigue, lethargy, weakness, poor concentration, and impaired immune function. In iron-deficiency anemia, fatigue also occurs because iron is needed to make optimal amounts of ATP—the energy source the body runs on. This fatigue usually begins long before a person is anemic. Said another way, a lack of anemia does not rule out iron deficiency in tired people.

To rule out an iron deficiency in the absence of anemia, a doctor needs to run common lab tests (either serum ferritin or the combination of total iron binding capacity and serum iron). People should never be told their body has sufficient iron simply because they are not anemic. Iron deficiency, whether it is severe enough to lead to anemia or not, can have many non-nutritional causes (such as excessive menstrual bleeding, bleeding ulcers, hemorrhoids, gastrointestinal bleeding caused by aspirin or related drugs, frequent blood donations, or colon cancer) or can be caused by a lack of dietary iron. Menstrual bleeding is probably the leading cause of iron deficiency. However, despite common beliefs to the contrary, only about one premenopausal women in ten is iron deficient.1 Deficiency of vitamin B12, folic acid, vitamin B6, or copper can cause other forms of nutrition anemias.

See also Aplastic Anemia, Pernicious Anemia

There are three main types of angina. The first is called stable angina. This type of chest pain comes on during exercise and is both common and predictable. Stable angina is most associated with atherosclerosis. A second type, called variant angina, can occur at rest or during exercise. This type is primarily due to sudden coronary artery spasm, though atherosclerosis may also be a component. The third, most severe type is called unstable angina. It occurs with no predictability and can quickly lead to a heart attack. Anyone with significant, new chest pain or a worsening of previously mild angina must seek medical care immediately.

The anorexia archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

See also fleas, lice, mites, ticks

They give electrons to the free radicals to neutralize them and make them harmless. Our body fluids have a certain natural ability to do this, along with the popular antioxidant supplements. However, with the high level of free radicals in our bodies today, we need a way to greatly increase that ability.

There are substances which neutralize free radicals. The best known is probably Vitamin C, Selenium and Pine Bark extract, or grape seed extract but there are others also. The most powerful is a new substance called Microhydrin. The difference in power between Microhydrin and any other anti-oxidant is enormous -- it is a factor of thousands of times more effective than any other anti-oxidant, or free radical fighter.

Anti-plague formula: Fresh Garlic juice, Apple cider Vinegar, Glycerine, honey, fresh Comfrey Root, Wormwood, Lobelia, Marshmallow Root, Oak Bark, Black Walnut Bark, Mullein Leaf, Skullcap and Uva Ursi.

This is the best remedy for colds, flu, or any communicable disease. This formula strengthens and stimulates your immune system and should be used as a tonic and preventative at the dosage of one tablespoon of syrup per day. If infected, the dosage changes to one tablespoon every hour.

Anti-Plague has also been called Four Thieves. The origin of the name "Four Thieves" is as follows. "It in Marseilles, a garlic-vinegar preparation known as the Four Thieves was credited with protecting many of the people when a plague struck that city. Some say that the preparation originated with four thieves who confessed that they used it with complete protection against the plague while they robbed the bodies of the dead. Others claim that a man named Richard Forthave developed and sold the preparation, and that the "medicine" was originally referred to as Forthave's. However, with the passing of time, his surname became corrupted to Four Thieves."

You can buy Dr. Christopher's Anti-Plague Formula here .

Antibodies combine with specific markers—antigens—found on viruses, bacteria, or other toxins, and agglutinate them. The immune system is capable of manufacturing millions of different antibodies against a wide variety of potential invaders. Individuals of Type O, Type A, or Type B blood carry anti-bodies to other blood types. Type AB, the universal recipient, manufactures no antibodies to other types.

The chemical markers which determine blood type are considered blood type antigens because other blood types may carry antibodies to them. Antigens are commonly found on the surface of germs, and are used by the immune system to detect foreign material. Specialized antigens are often made by cancer cells, these being called tumor antigens. Many germs and cancer antigens are clever impersonators who can mimic the blood type of the host in an effort to escape detection.The chemical markers which determine blood type are considered blood type antigens because other blood types may carry antibodies to them. Antigens are commonly found on the surface of germs, and are used by the immune system to detect for-eign material. Specialized antigens are often made by cancer cells, these being called tumor antigens. Many germs and cancer antigens are clever impersonators who can mimic the blood type of the host in an effort to escape detection.

• 1. Factor VIII of coagulation factor.
• 2. [USP] a sterile freeze-dried powder containing the Factor VIII fraction prepared from units of human venous plasma obtained from suitable whole-blood donors; it may contain heparin sodium or sodium citrate. Used to arrest hemorrhage or to prevent hemorrhage during surgery or other procedures in patients with hemophilia A; administered intravenously.

• Year discovered: B.C.
• Atomic No.: 51
• Symbol: Sb
• Atomic weight: 121.75
• Melting point: 630.74º C

Antimony has several forms, the most common of which is a hard, silver-white crystalline solid. Lustrous and extremely brittle, antimony has a boiling point of 1,380 degrees C, melting point of 630.5 degrees C and specific gravity of 6.691. The Greek derivative of the word antimony means "a metal rarely found alone." In nature, antimony has a strong affinity for sulfur and some metallic elements, including lead, copper and silver. Antimony has poor electrical and heat conductivity, and is generally used as an alloy with other metals. More than 2,000 years ago, the natural sulfide of antimony, stibnite, was used as both a medicine and a facial cosmetic. Today, the most significant of the antimony compounds, antimony trioxide, is employed in flame-retardants for textiles, plastics, building materials, adhesives and other materials. This use accounts for between 60 to 65 percent of its consumption in the United States. It is also used in battery components (lead-antimony), chemicals, ceramics, glass, friction bearings, ammunition and other applications.

The antiperspirant archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

Antispasmodic Tincture: Skullcap herb, Lobelia, Cayenne, Valerian Root, Skunk Cabbage, Myrrh Gum and Black Cohosh.

To be used in cases of apoplexy, convulsions, croup, fainting, cramps, delirium, tremors, hysteria, etc., also good for pyorrhea, mouth sores, coughs, throat infections, tonsillitis, etc. Use 1/2 to one teaspoon in a glass of distilled water as a gargle, and use until throat clears, also take one teaspoon in distilled water morning and evening.

You can buy Antispasmodic Tincture here .

[Dr. Schulze]

Now specific, topically, the best thing I've ever used in the clinic is garlic oil. Now it's very intense, but we do know that garlic is one of our most potent anti-viral agents.

In fact, of all the research I've read, I have never seen anybody say there was a more potent herb, and in the clinic, of all the herbs I've used, nothing compared to it. Garlic is the strongest anti-viral.

Those suffering from chronic anxiety and depression experience symptoms such as fatigue, weight loss, anxiety, irritability, chronic indecisiveness, agitation, and sleep disturbances. These illnesses and the resulting symptoms are caused by an imbalance in the brain’s chemistry, specifically a depletion of neurotransmitters such as serotonin, norepinephrine and dopamine. Persons experiencing extended periods of these symptoms should consult with a professional for proper diagnosis and recommendations for treatment.

The depression/anxiety archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

The only known, conventional, solution is repeated blood transfusions and eventually even that will not help and the person dies. There are medications that will help for a while but it is really whipping a deadly tired horse. Eventually, they will not work because the horse is dead.

It is now known that the most common cause of this condition is MCS (Multiple Chemical Sensitivities) and how early in life this happens is genetically determined.

When I first entered practice, nearly 40 years ago, aplastic anemia was almost unknown. In 30+ years of practice I never saw a case. However, now it is almost an epidemic. This is NOT a case of sudden evolution of mankind but a result of the tremendous increase of invented chemicals we are all exposed to every day.

Only the identification and elimination of (see Multiple Chemical Sensitivities archive) those chemicals (even foods) from the hypothalamic burden OR improving wellness (thereby increasing the horsepower the person still has to deal with them)-- see Wellness archive--or the glossary, will do reverse this condition. One would need a good Clinical Ecologist to help with that.

The aplastic anemia archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

[Anti-Spasmodic Tincture] To be used in cases of apoplexy, convulsions, croup, fainting, cramps, delirium, tremors, hysteria, etc., also good for pyorrhea, mouth sores, coughs, throat infections, tonsillitis, etc. Use 1/2 to one teaspoon in a glass of distilled water as a gargle, and use until throat clears, also take one teaspoon in distilled water morning and evening.

You can buy Antispasmodic Tincture here .

The different procedures developed by Dr. Goodheart and others in the International College of Applied Kinesiology are derived from many disciplines including chiropractic, osteopathy, medicine, dentistry, acupuncture, biochemistry, etc.., and are currently being used by doctors of chiropractic, osteopathy, homeopathy, dentistry and medicine.

May be caused by food sensitivities.

Formula for arthritis/rheumatism: Brigham Herb, Hydrangea Root, Yucca, Chaparral, Lobelia, Burdock Root, Sarsaparilla, Wild Lettuce, Valerian, Wormwood, Cayenne, Black Cohosh, and Black Walnut.

AR-1 is a combination of herbs that detoxify; act as a solvent for the accepted but not assimilated calcium deposits; herbs that relieve pain; herbs rich in organic calcium that can be assimilated and useful; herbs that kill fungus and infection and give wonderful relief. This relief is not immediate because here is a long rebuilding job--gradual relief can come, and full healing, if the program is followed faithfully.

You can buy AR-1 here .

In this depressed man's eyes, you could see a rim of cholesterol accumulating on top of his cornea. Doctors call that the arc of senility.

Essential oils from plants were used in Atlantis therapeutically, and later in Egypt, China, Tibet, India, etc. In modern times, the term "aromatherapy" for such use was coined by the French chemist, Dr. Rene’-Maurice Gattefosse, in 1937 when he burnt his hand while working in his family's perfume laboratory. He had heard that oil of lavender was useful for burns, so he put the hand at once in some lavender oil on his bench. The burn rapidly lost its redness, the pain subsided, and healing was clearly underway. This led him to research the healing properties of various essential oils, and modern aromatherapy soon took hold as a healing modality.

Pure essential oils are expensive. Often a thousand ounces of the plant are processed to produce an ounce of oil. The bulk of essential oils go into perfumes and related fragrances, and their quality is much less than desirable for aromatherapy (less expensive "essential oils" are of this type). It is best to purchase aromatherapy oils from suppliers known to specialize in aromatherapy oils, and be prepared to pay for them. My favorite source is Young Living Essential Oils, (801) 236-6200, headed by the American essential oil expert, D. Gary Young; this organization researches and produces top therapeutic-quality essential oils from organically- grown plants. Two other good sources are the National Association of Holistic Aromatherapy, Boulder, CO, (303) 258-3791, and Lotus Light, Wilmot,WI. (414) 889-8501.

The aromatherapy archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

• Year discovered: 1250
• Atomic No.: 33
• Symbol: As
• Atomic weight: 74.9216
• Melting point: 817º C (28 atmospheres)

The silver-gray metalloid is rarely found in nature in its elemental form and is basically recovered as a byproduct of processing ores. While knowledge of arsenic dates back to ancient Greece, it wasn't until the Middle Ages that its poisonous characteristics were described. Metallic arsenic was first produced in the 17th century by heating arsenic with potash and soap.

• A Native American Art Gallery
• Angelic, Spiritual and Mystical Art

Classification:

The classification of arteritis prooves difficult and confusing. It can be classified as primary or secondary arteritis, or it can be classified as to what sort of arteries they affect. Primary arteritis includes:

• Polyarteritis nodosa
• Granulomatous arteritis -- Wegener's granuloma
• Cutaneous arteritis -- Henoch-Schoenlein purpura
• Takayasu's arteritis
• Giant cell arteritis

• S.L.E.
• Rheumatoid arthritis
• Scleroderma
• malignancies, infections or drugs.

All arteritis involves inflammatory cells infiltrate into the arterial or vessel wall. This can be neutrophils, macrophages or foreign-body type giant cells.

The arthritis archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

Well, we have another deadly scandal staring us in the faces now, right along with dental mercury toxicity and flouride water treatments-the aspartame "mass poisoning of the world" scandal. The world is now swimming in this highly toxic chemical-over 90 countries are selling it as NutraSweet, Equal, or Spoonful. Over half of all Americans now consume it on a regular basis. The really sad thing is that both the FDA and the EPA have known about its potential, and now realized, detrimental effects for years and have ignored them under political pressure and kickbacks from the companies producing this product. The FDA is deluged with complaints about aspartame, five times more than it receives about MSG, sulfite, saccarine or any other additive. By it's own admission, more than 80 percent of all the food additive complaints the FDA receives are related to aspartame. And though many of our respected scientists have requested a hearing on the safety of aspartame, the FDA has refused to do so. It has never even asked that quantities of the substance be put on labels.

Read Dr. Johnson's article ASPARTAME: Sweet and Deadly.

[Dr. Garner]

Aspartame (“NutraSweet,” “Equal,” “Spoonful,” etc.), accounts for more than 75% of all adverse reactions from food additives reported to the FDA, and about 100 different symptoms attributed to its use; the widespread use of aspartame appears to be linked to increased numbers of brain tumors, and several books have been written on the dangers of aspartame.

The aspartame archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

Food sensitivities and Leaky Gut Syndrome are implicated in some cases of asthma.

[Dr. Christopher]

Asthma is one of the top killers in the country today. It is caused by the system being filled with waste matter and mucus coming from the use of devitalized foods or a nervous condition with irritated nerves. In asthma, we have the characteristic wheezing and dry painful cough along with difficult breathing, irritation of the mucous membranes in the nasal passages and bronchial tubes, constriction of the chest, and the spitting up of mucus.

Only by changing a person's living habits (especially diet) will permanent relief from asthma be obtained. Certainly the odors, pollen, and smoke will aggravate an already irritated respiratory system, but these are not the ultimate cause. There are several herbal aids that will give relief from an asthma attack. Tincture of lobelia and valerian tea with a little cayenne added will relieve the spasms.

For irritations of the respiratory tract, lungs, and bronchials, the Resp Free formula can be used: comfrey root (Symphytum officinale), mullein (Verbascum thapsus), chickweed (Stellaria media), marshmallow root (Althea officinalis), and lobelia (Lobelia inflata). Emphysema, bronchitis, asthma and tuberculosis sufferers have been helped by using this formula either as a tea (three cups a day), or in capsules (two or three capsules or tablets three times a day with a cup of comfrey tea). Three to six drops of tincture of lobelia may be added to the tea for additional aid.

You can buy Resp Free here .

Dr. Christopher has a newsletter about lung diseases here .

People with elevated cholesterol levels are much more likely to have atherosclerosis than people with low cholesterol levels. Many important nutritional approaches to protecting against atherosclerosis are aimed at lowering serum cholesterol levels. People concerned about atherosclerosis should also read the section on cholesterol, particularly regarding specific dietary information. People with diabetes are also at very high risk for atherosclerosis. Those with diabetes who are concerned about atherosclerosis should also read the section on diabetes. People with elevated triglycerides may be at high risk for atherosclerosis. For a discussion about natural substances that lower triglycerides and may also reduce the risk of atherosclerosis, see the section on high triglycerides.  

The Atrial Fibrillation archives from the 'Ask Dr. Stoll' website are here .

[Dr. Stoll]

The body is made like a Hologram. As you know, a Hologram is made by using Laser light in such a way that the film that is produced has all the information imprinted on every molecule of photographic emulsion on the film. You can cut the film in half and, when one half is projected, the entire image is still there. You can cut it into 10 pieces and, projecting one of the pieces, the entire image is STILL there! As the pieces get smaller, and smaller, the image gets more, and more, insubstantial. However, theoretically, if you COULD project one molecule, all the image would STILL be there--just VERY hazy.

You say: "What does this have to do with Reflexology?"

Well, there is a map of the ENTIRE BODY on the soles of the feet, the palms of hands, the ears (Auricular Acupuncture), the irises (Iridology), the teeth (Odontons), etc.. Theory states that there are probably maps on the SURFACE of every organ in the body. The "Homunculus" is the map on the surface of the brain that has been known by medical anatomists for more than 50 years.

You can read Dr. Stoll's essay here .

The Australian Bush essences are available through Andrew Verity of Melbourne, Australia, 61-3-879-3357.

"You would be interested to know that only this year have they proven (with biopsy of the intestinal lining) that Autism is almost always caused by routine immunizations and resultant LGS. Autism, if you do not know, has increased by more than 900% in the past 80 years." - Dr. Stoll

Human tissues have antigenic sites very similar to those on foods, bacteria, parasites, candida or fungi. The antibodies created by the leaky gut phenomenon against these antigens can get into various tissues and trigger an inflammatory reaction when the corresponding food is consumed or the microbe is encountered. Autoantibodies are thus created and inflammation becomes chronic. If this inflammation occurs in a joint, autoimmune arthritis (rheumatoid arthritis) develops. If it occurs in the brain, myalgic encephalomyelitis (a.k.a. chronic fatigue syndrome) may be the result. If it occurs in the blood vessels, vasculitis (inflammation of the blood vessels) is the resulting autoimmune problem. If the antibodies end up attacking the lining of the gut itself, the result may be colitis or Crohn's disease. If it occurs in the lungs, asthma is triggered on a delayed basis every time the individual consumes the food which triggered the production of the antibodies in the first place. It is easy to see that practically any organ or body tissue can become affected by food allergies created by the leaky gut. Symptoms, especially those seen in conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome, can be multiple and severely debilitating.

The inflammation that causes the leaky gut syndrome also damages the protective coating of antibodies of the IgA family normally present in a healthy gut. Since IgA helps us ward off infections, with leaky gut problems we become less resistant to viruses, bacteria, parasites and candida. These microbes are then able to invade the bloodstream and colonize almost any body tissue or organ. When this occurs in the gums, periodontal disease results. If it happens in the jaw, tooth extraction or root canals might be necessary to cure the infection.

• 1. a line about which a revolving body turns or about which a structure would turn if it did revolve; a line around which specified parts of the body are arranged.
• 2. the second cervical vertebra.
• 3. one of the reference lines in a coordinate system. In a two-dimensional coordinate system there are two axes, one horizontal (designated the x-axis), and the other intersecting it (designated the y-axis).