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"The flowers and leaves kill dogs, asses, mules, and very many of other four footed beasts: but if men drink them in wine they are a remedy against the bitings of Serpents, and the rather if Rue be added." John Gerard, on the oleander plant, from "The Herbal, or General History of Plants", 1633 edition
--------------------------------------------The Bible tells us that God promises to make available whatever we need to heal ourselves. For example, a portion of Ezekiel is interpreted to tell us that God promises to provide "trees--not merely one tree of life as in Paradise but many: to supply immortal food and medicine to the people of God . . ." A number of scholars and researchers believe that one of the foremost of those holy plants is the oleander, known in Biblical times as "the desert rose". Perhaps not coincidentally, the "rose" was one of the most powerful symbols of early religion, predating even the Bible, and it continues to be a symbol of divinity and healing to many to this very day. "The desert rose", or oleander, has a history of medicinal use that dates back at least 3000 years in the Mid-East, where Christianity itself first blossomed . . .
Tony Isaacs ---------------------------------------------A special thanks to Ed Hensley, JD in San Antonio and Austin ( “the father of oleander soup”); AIDS researcher Marc Swanapoel in Johannesburg, Ben Wesley Taylor in Utopia, Texas, and “Hombre Medicina” in San Antonio A portion of the proceeds for this book will be set aside to help preserve the earth’s rainforests, something vital to us all (please see the Rainforest section near the end of this book). A second portion will be used to help younger people whose lives have been sidetracked by bad lifestyle decisions so that they may realize all the joy and benefits that life has to offer. Life is a gift that should not be wasted by anyone. Copyright 2005-2009 Rose Laurel Enterprises www.rose-laurel.com
In Memory of my truly ”Grand”Mothers:
Dorothy Scott Johnson & Lessie Hilliard Isaacs I think they would both approve.
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Required Disclaimers WARNING: THE OLEANDER PLANT AND ALL OF ITS PARTS, IN RAW, UNCOOKED FORM, IS POISONOUS AND TOXIC TO ALL LIVING ANIMALS. A SMALL AMOUNT OF THE RAW MATERIAL, IF INGESTED, CAN CAUSE DEATH. THIS BOOKLET IS INTENDED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY AND NO MEDICAL CLAIMS ARE MADE HERE WHATSOEVER. FOLLOW THE DIRECTIONS FOR COOKING THE PLANT MATERIAL EXACTLY, COOKING IT IN BOILING WATER FOR AT LEAST FOUR (4) HOURS, STRAINING THE CONCENTRATE EXTRACT AT ROOM TEMPERATURE AFTERWARDS. WHEN CUTTING FRESH OLEANDER PLANTS, DO NOT ALLOW THE SAP TO CONTACT EXPOSED SKIN - IT IS TOXIC AND WILL PENETRATE YOUR SKIN. WASH WITH WATER IMMEDIATELY IF ACCIDENTAL CONTACT OCCURS. SEEK IMMEDIATE MEDICAL ATTENTION IF RAW OLEANDER IS INGESTED. WEAR RUBBER GLOVES WHEN CUTTING AND HANDLING OLEANDER. WASH THE GLOVES IN WATER AND SOAP AFTER USE. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THIS WARNING CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. NO GUARANTEES ARE MADE ABOUT THIS FORMULA NOR DO I/WE SPECIFICALLY RECOMMEND MAKING IT. THE DECISION TO MAKE THIS FORMULA IS YOUR DECISION. DUE TO THE CARDIAC GLYCOSIDE CONTENTS OF OLEANDER EXTRACTS AND THE DIGITALIS LIKE QUALITIES THEREOF, ANYONE WITH A HEART CONDITION, HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE, TAKING DIGITALIS OR DIGOXIN, OR ON BLOOD THINNERS MAY BE AT RISK FOR STROKE AND SHOULD SEEK THE OPINION OF A QUALIFIED HEALTH CARE PROFESSIONAL, PREFERABLY ONE WELL VERSED IN INTEGRATIVE MEDICINE, BEFORE CONSIDERING TAKING ANY FORM OR OLEANDER. LIKEWISE, EVERYTHING IN THE BONUS SELECTION, “A PLAN FOR LIVING A LONG AND HEALTHY LIFE”, AT THE END OF THIS BOOK HAS BEEN REPORTED TO HAVE ALL OF THE BENEFITS BY MANY DIFFERENT SOURCES INCLUDING SCIENTIFIC STUDIES; HOWEVER, NO MEDICAL CLAIM IS MADE AND THE MATERIAL IS FURNISHED FOR INFORMATION PURPOSES ONLY. IF YOU ARE UNDER A DOCTORS CARE AND TAKING ANY MEDICATIONS, YOU SHOULD CONSULT WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE USING ANY OF THE SUPPLEMENTS, HERBS OR VITAMINS MENTIONED IN THIS BOOKLET. HOW YOU DECIDE TO USE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED HEREIN IS ENTIRELY UP TO YOU! MAY YOU CHOOSE AND LIVE WELL!
Sorry, but we had to do that. It’s the way the law and the FDA work. I, the author, am not a medical doctor and therefore I am not legally qualified to give out medical advice or to make medical claims. Moreover, no one, including medical doctors, is allowed to proclaim any thing that is not an FDA approved drug is a cure or even a medicine. Yes, that’s right, in the United States no natural cures or medicines may be labeled as such, despite thousands of successful natural cures and healing herbs being used by mankind for at least 6000 years. Oleander extracts have been used as natural remedies for many centuries, perhaps for over 2000 years or more. Since 1966 an oleander extract has been used by professional modern medical practitioners in Turkey, Ireland, Mexico, Honduras, China, Russia and other parts of the world to successfully treat cancer patients, as well as patients with AIDS, hepatitis-C, psoriasis and other immune disorders. In many instances, oleander treatment was successful when other treatments had failed and the patients had been told there was no hope for survival. Now, with all of those required disclaimers out of the way, I can tell you that, while I can’t call oleander soup or the other supplements in this book medical treatments or a cures, I can tell you that I believe that properly made oleander soup is every bit as potent and effective as the commercial oleander extract. I can also tell you that those who have used oleander extracts, including oleander soup, report over and over that IT WORKS! Not only do they report remission and success in all kinds of cancers and immune disorders, but they also report feeling better and having extra energy. Be sure to read about the supplements from the Brazilian rain forest that have been found to make oleander extract even more potent and successful. And don’t miss the last page in this book, where there are special offers and discounts worth hundreds of dollars available only to readers of this book.
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Introduction: An Amazing Discovery in Turkey My own search for a possible cancer cure began in late 2004 when I found out that my cousin, lifelong friend and running buddy, Jeff Johnson, had been diagnosed as having stage-three melanoma. The cancer had appeared out of nowhere and so it was quite a shock to my cousin and everyone close to him. As luck would have it, I had spent a lot of time the previous four years or so working on my dream of someday posting a website aimed at helping aging baby boomers and others live longer, healthier and happier lives. Naturally, a lot of my research involved searching for ways to ward off and treat diseases and ills such as cancer, Alzheimer’s, heart disease, high blood pressure, kidney and liver disease, and so forth. When I found out about my cousin, I already had a head start on knowing where and how to look, and so I began to redouble my efforts and focus my research more on cancer. As a result of my research, I found a lot of very good information about fighting cancer and other diseases, boosting our immune systems and improving health in general - much of which you may find in my simple “How to Live a Long and Healthy Life” book. However, it was not my research that led me to finding out about the magical, miraculous oleander plant – it was a card game! Yes, the way I first heard about the healing powers of oleander happened one evening when I was sitting down at a friendly card game and mentioned my cousin’s cancer. An acquaintance of mine whom I had known for a few years and who had worked for the American Medical Association at one time, looked across the table at me and, as serious as could be, said “I know a cure.” He then proceeded to tell me an amazing story of what he knew about oleander. Later, I found others who told me essentially the same basic story, although each person seemed to have a slightly different version. I fully expect that the story is headed toward becoming a modern day legend someday. Although the versions I heard have differed somewhat, the basic story line I believe to be essentially correct is as follows: In the early 1960's a Turkish doctor by the name of Huseyin Ziya Ozel was searching for a cure for his pet dog’s cancer when he noticed that a large number of Turkish villagers referred to him came from high altitudes and he thought that perhaps there was more to the story than just the higher incidence of skin cancer associated with higher altitudes: In many versions of the story, Doctor Ozel was reported to have observed Turkish villagers drinking an oleander remedy, which pretty much correlates with the description of Oleander Leaf on the American Cancer Society website, where it states that Doctor Ozel started his study of oleander because of folk traditions that suggested that an extract from oleander was active against leukemia. It should be noted that Doctor Ozel’s daughter Sumru disputes this version and states that Doctor Ozell “studied folkloric remedies and discovered that poultices made of crushed oleander leaves and flour were applied topically to wounds and produced amazingly fast healing of the wounds.” The author suspects that this version may have been put forward to put distance between what Ozel observed and what he later patented in order to protect the patent from challenges. According to Ozel’s daughter, Doctor Ozel made an observation that the majority of cancer 4
patients referring to him were coming from an altitude above 600 meters. He thought that there should be a correlation between the rate of cancer occurrence and some environmental influence. Whatever the actual truth, Doctor Ozel obviously did observe Turkish villagers using oleander and did review that use as well as a number of environmental factors, and he proceeded to continue his research on oleander based on what he found. Further research showed that Nerium Oleander was most abundant in lower altitudes and practically did not exist at high altitude. Satisfied that he may have determined the cause of the villager’s good health, Doctor Ozel became intrigued with the plant and began to prepare and work with various extracts of Oleander himself in 1966 while he was the head of the surgical department at Mugla State Hospital of Turkey. Doctor Ozel first conducted animal studies to determine that the substance was non-toxic and, once he determined the toxicology and effects of Nerium Oleander Extract (or NOE), he conducted further experiments and developed his treatment in various forms until he eventually started tests on terminal human cases. After initial success in treating human cancer patients with NOE, Doctor Ozel began to discussing his findings with other professionals in his field. He sought analysis of the extract from various Turkish laboratories to understand the empirical results. They were unable to characterize the extracted compounds. In hope of gaining assistance from the government or research organizations, he prepared a paper to present his first human cases at the Fourth Balkanic Medical Days Symposium held in Ankara on 20 September 1973. The cases presented were all considered terminal cases when the patients came to Doctor Ozel. By law, he could not treat patients with an experimental drug, such as NOE, unless they had exhausted all other conventional treatment methods with no response or were diagnosed as advanced stage, terminal cases. At the symposium he was able to call the attention of the scientific community to NOE and how the extract had shown to be efficacious on cancer cases of different varieties. He was sure that his presentation would trigger serious and abundant research on NOE, and that it finally could be put into service for mankind. The response from the scientific community was less than overwhelming. The skepticism centered mainly on the fact that the presentation contradicted what little literature there was on oleander species. Clearly the results presented could not be explained as an extension of prior art but Turkish scientists strongly denied the facts that Doctor Ozel had presented without any further research. To conclude, the medical community was reluctant to accept the results. Doctor Ozel was undaunted by the criticism and lack of support for the ideas presented. He continued his research and patients continued to seek treatment. In 1974, he published additional case reports in the Turkish Medical Journal “Dirim”. Doctor Ozel resigned from his position as Chief Doctor at Mugla State Hospital that same year in order to be able to work on NOE and initiate research on the subject, Doctor Ozel contacted various universities in Istanbul. Years passed and he realized that no serious scientific research could be performed in any of the local universities. In the 5
meantime, his old patients referred new ones to him, and more cancer patients presented to him as word of the results of the treatment spread. In 1985 he started to look for research facilities abroad. During 1986-1987 some tests performed in Europe proved the effect of NOE on the immune system as well as cancer tumors. The studies showed that it was at least six times as potent as the most active commercially available immune-stimulants (Schizophylan, Krestin and Lentinan, which were patented by the Japanese in the 1980s). In 1988, a research team was formed at Munich University Pharmacology Institute to isolate the active components contained in the N.O. extract. Several polysaccharides were identified that might be responsible for some part of the immune activity. On 17-22 July 1990, the initial results were presented as a poster at the symposium of Biology and Chemistry of Active Natural Substances (BACANS) which was held in Bonn, Germany. The presentation was published in Planta Medica 1990-56:66. However, no single component of the extract was found to be the sole source of its benefits. Instead, the activity is induced by a complex mixture of components contained in the extract, acting synergistically to modulate the immune system. Among the compounds that have been identified are the major active cardiac glycoside Oleandrin, a number of other cardiac glycosides and other proven cancer fighting and immune boosting compounds such as Oleandrinogen, Oleandrigenin such as Betasistosterol, Quercitin, Linoleic-acid, Oleic-acid, Adynerin, Alpha-amyrin, Betulin, Foliandrin, Folinerin, Gitoxigenin, Isoquercitrin, Lauric-acid, Oleanolic-acid, Rutin, Stigmasterol, Ursolic-acid, Uzarigenin. Since the early 1970’s, Doctor Ozel has been treating patients with advanced and inoperable cancer as well as a wide variety of other of illnesses. His results have been truly remarkable. In fact, so fantastic were the stories of his success that Doctor Ozel had to endure long periods of controversy from the Turkish medical establishment and there were those who tried to charge the good doctor with being a charlatan. Happily, the truth of his successes won out and such charges were dropped from consideration when his results were proven. Scores of patients rose up to defend the good doctor, testifying about how they had been cured when all other treatment options had failed. The patented name of Doctor Ozel's oleander extract is Anvirzel™, whose trademark was once owned by Ozelle Pharmaceuticals, which was formed by Doctor Ozel’s son and other investors. Today, trademark rights are in dispute. Unfortunately, since Doctor Ozel had claimed that oleander was a cure for cancer, as opposed to a natural supplement, and since his extract was patented and given a trademark, the FDA now considers oleander as an unproven medicine which, because of the toxicity of the raw plant, must have it's safety and effectiveness proven before the FDA will allow it's use even as a herbal supplement, and so it is very difficult to obtain herbal supplements which contain oleander in the United States. Today, the lengthy and costly three-phase FDA trial process for approval of Anvirzel™ or any other oleander extract, is far from over, although many people and millions of investor dollars are counting on it ultimately being approved. In 2000, Ozelle Pharmaceuticals had successful phase I FDA trials conducted on Anvirzel™, but subsequently ran into investor 6
problems and had to reorganize. Although Ozelle continues to publish plans that it will soon begin phase II trials with Anvirzel™, such plans have not yet reached fruition and funding appears to continue to be a major problem for Ozelle. In the interim, a competing company, Phoenix Biotech, also obtained a patent for Anvirzel™ in Honduras and has applied for a U.S. patent as well, and a clinic has been established in Honduras by the name of Salud Integral. For the past eight years, the clinic has successfully treated a number of patients, many of whom travel from the United States for initial diagnosis and treatment, as well as three-month supplies of Anvirzel™ for various cancers, hepatitis-C, psoriasis and other immune disorders. Within just the past three years, a third competing company appeared by the name of Shimoda Atlantic Oncology Biosciences, and claimed to have developed its own oleander extract named Xenavex™ which it claimed was much stronger due to an ethanol extraction method. As it turned out, I and others exposed the company as a fraud that was created to cheat investors and the drug was actually a heart medication imported from Russia. Furthermore, although the imported Russian medicine does have slightly higher concentrations of oleandrin, the ethanol extraction method results in the loss of other compounds that researchers believe work together in a synergistic way to make oleander extract so powerful (over 500 trace compounds have been identified in an aqueous, or water, oleander extract, including vital long-chain polysaccharides that are lost in ethanol extraction methods because they precipitate out during the extraction process). Sadly, I must report that it may be many years, if ever, before an oleander based medicine wins FDA approval. The simple fact is that it takes hundreds of millions of dollars to get a new drug successfully through all the FDA trials, and this pretty much bars competition to all but the very large pharmaceutical companies. Many feel that if the issue ever went to court, the patent itself would be hard to defend, since it is based on a common plant and a centuries-old folk remedy. Others feel that, because of the billions of dollars in profits at stake for the trillion-dollar world pharmaceutical industry and their myriad cancer treatments, no oleander medicine will ever be approved in the United States. The best hope as of the time of this writing appears to be the development of an oleander based tablet by Phoenix Biotech which is reported to be have a much stronger concentration of oleandrin and the other cardiac glycosides while losing none of the other essential synergistic compounds. Only time will tell if a major pharmaceutical company with the requisite funds will pick up this new oleander product from Phoenix, shepherd it through FDA trials, and finally bring it to market.
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And Now for the Good News! Now for the good news! You don't have to wait for the Anvirzel™ or any other oleanderbased medicine to be approved, because you can make your own oleander extract at home on your stovetop, based on the original patent by Doctor Ozel and the folk remedy that has been used for thousands of years. Oleander is a naturally growing plant found all over the southern and southwestern United States and throughout much of the world, and if it isn’t growing naturally near you, you can order oleander plants from many mail-order nurseries on the internet. Of, if you had rather just purchase a commercial oleander extract, you will find the only two sources of aqueous oleander extract later in this book. If you should decide to make your own, certainly the most economical way to go, you have to be careful because raw oleander is indeed a very poisonous plant. But if you wear rubber gloves and can follow simple instructions, you can make a very safe oleander extract that is no more difficult than boiling a large pot of beans! For this, you can thank a personal injury lawyer by the name of Edward F. Hensley, from San Antonio, Texas, whom I call the "Father of Oleander Soup". In 2002, Ed’s mother was diagnosed with liver and lung cancer, small cell, and a sister with Hepatitis-C. Ed’s sister, Katrina (Kat), began researching and networking with her friends for answers to the doctor’s prognosis that Betty Hensley only had a few months to live. After contacting one of her old friends, she was told about a clinic in Honduras she could contact and discuss a new cancer drug, which was being made in San Antonio. Kat made a few calls and found who to order the drug from. It cost $1500.00 for a six-week supply of what was called Anvirzel™. Kat, Ed, and their brother John put up the initial funds and the drug was ordered. Betty had been seeing an oncologist in San Antonio, who advised of the risks of chemotherapy, and radiation therapy, and the fact that in her advanced stage, it would have only a small chance of extending her life, and a big chance of serious side effects, including destroying her immune system. She did try chemo for several weeks, with no result. When the Anvirzel™ arrived, she began injecting it with Kat’s help, following the instructions provided by the medical doctor in Honduras. After three weeks she went in for new scans with her oncologist. The new films showed the tumors in both her lungs and her liver were shrinking. Her doctor could not directly participate in the injections, but agreed to research the drug. When the six week supply was about gone, and Betty was very sore at the site of her injections, Ed began researching what this new drug was made of, and what it was’s long term usage going to do, and cost. The FDA had a letter posted on its site, warning about the drug, made from the oleander plant, saying it was unproven and should not be used. Yet, the clinic in Honduras was reporting many successful cures of several types of cancer, including juvenile brain cancer. Ed was determined to find out what was in the drug, and went to the U.S. Patent office web site and researched using the term Anvirzel™. After several searches, Ed found the patent. It was about 39 pages of legalese, written in the language of patent attorneys, who 8
charge $400 per hour for writing patents, which only lawyers and scientists dare to read. After several weeks of part time study, the patent began to make sense. It was simply a very confusing, overly detailed, and exaggerated method of making a soup out of the leaves and stems of a common plant, oleander. No problem. Ed had huge oleander plants in his back yard, which were very healthy ornamentals with beautiful flowers yearround. Making the soup was as simple as getting a soup pot, some clippers, an electric hot plate, and a place to cook. Ed’s wife, Carol, would not permit him to cook it in her kitchen, so Ed was resigned to his outside store room, a 10x18 foot building storing yard tools and seasonal sports equipment. After burning several pots of soup because the heat was too high, Ed turned down the heat, and boiled the water and oleander clippings for four hours. Then he took out the leaves and stems, and strained the remaining broth, using paper towels and plastic strainers. Per Dr. Ozel’s method in the patent, he allowed the broth to cool before straining. He then slow boiled the broth until only about one fifth of the original liquid was left in the bottom of the 12-quart pot. Ed measured the specific gravity with an anti-freeze gauge, which showed the measurements on a small scale. It was where Dr. Ozel recommended in the patent, about as thick as chicken soup broth. Next, 10 feeder mice were purchased and given the new liquid, which Ed named “oleander soup”, as their only source of liquid for two weeks, with all the mouse food they could eat. The mice gained weight, were kind of lazy, but remained alive and looking well. Ed’s mother was about out of her supply of Anvirzel™ at that point, so Ed took a bottle of the soup to Betty’s house for a comparison with her drug. It looked the same. It tasted the same. The new soup was fresh, not freeze dried and re-constituted, and according to Betty, tasted fresher. Ed went first and tried some, about a teaspoon. Betty then tried it, taking a teaspoon full. She declared she liked the fresh version better, and that was that. She took oral doses three times a day with meals, with diarrhea the only side effect, which subsided after a week. Her tests three weeks later were surprising, showing the tumors were still shrinking and were almost gone. A month later, she had no tumors at all. Betty quit taking the soup after another month, after her doctor declared she was free of cancer. Sadly, about eight months later, feeling healthy, and energetic, Betty flopped down on her bed for a nap, and felt her collar bone snap. Tests showed cancer in the bone, and it was aggressive. Her oncologist referred her to another doctor who recommended some strong new chemotherapy, and discouraged her from going back on the oleander extract. In two months the chemo had slowed the bone cancer, but had also destroyed her kidneys. She died a month later of kidney failure, never taking another drop of the oleander soup or Anvirzel™, which had previously saved her life. But she trusted her oncologist, who was very nice and very persuasive. Thankfully, Betty did live to be 88 years of age. She had been a heavy, two pack a day smoker since Ed’s father gave her a cigarette when she was 18. He died at 61 from coronary disease, directly related to his heavy smoking. Katrina had been dealing with Hepatitis-C, a serious liver condition, which often leads to liver cancer. She began making her own oleander soup and took it, hoping it would stop 9
her condition. It did. In less than two months, her Hepatitis-C was gone. Her liver enzymes were normal. It has not returned in over two years. She has shared the recipe with doctors from Mexico who are treating poor patients with aids, cancer, Hepatitis-c, and psoriasis. A friend of hers reports her rheumatoid arthritis symptoms have gone using the homemade remedy. She laughs when describing the scene in her kitchen, with a big pot of boiling leaves, and two Mexican brothers, medical doctors, standing there taking notes on how to cook something not nearly as difficult as “boracho beans” or chicken mole, two favorite Mexican dishes. Later in 2003, Ed was surfing the Internet, looking for sites that referenced “Anvirzel™”. He found the Minnesota Wellness Directory site, and read their remarks about how good the prospects were for this new extract made from poisonous oleander leaves. Ed e-mailed the host the recipe and a short summary of his research. After the host, David, researched the concept and the soup recipe, including getting opinions from his herbalist and medical friends, he published the recipe on his site in his June 2003 newsletter, with warnings about its use. Not one of his friends reported a problem with the soup, and many of them reported that their cancers and other disorders were improved. With the oleander soup recipe that is included in this book, an oleander extract can now be available to anyone who wishes to use it. Besides the recipe itself, tips in handling and preparation gathered from those who have made and used it successfully are all included in the book. As an added bonus, information on other powerful cancer fighters and immune boosters have been included in the book, including those listed in the "How to Live a Long and Healthy Life" section at the end of the book. Of special interest is the highly recommended OPC supplement that is currently being used in combination with oleander extract throughout the world with truly amazing results and the section about another reported treatment for hepatitis-C that had 100% success its initial trial.
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A Brief Bio of Doctor Huseyin Zima Ozel Doctor H. Ziya Ozel, the creator of Nerium Oleander Extracts (NOE), is a Turkish surgeon who has dedicated his life to helping patients who suffer from various diseases. He has used forms of NOE for the treatment of cancer, AIDS, and immune system disorders for more than thirty years. Doctor Ozel was born in 1927 in Kurkcu/Mut, a small village in the southern province of Turkey. During his middle school years he stayed with a family friend in a nearby city as he continued his education. He took exams for government financial aid and was found eligible to attend Kayseri High School as a boarding student under a government grant. He attended the Military Medical School from 1946 thru 1952. After graduating he served in the army for another five years as a military physician. From 1957 until 1961, he attended Gulhane Military Medical Academy and specialized in general surgery. In 1962, after resigning from the military, he was assigned to Mugla State Hospital. He became well known in Western Turkey for his innovative surgical techniques and specialized treatments – but also for his kindness and generosity in the local community. He served there until 1974, at first as the general surgeon and later as the Chief Doctor of the Mugla State Hospital. When he was retired, Doctor Ozel moved to Istanbul with his family. He continued practicing medicine in his private clinic until 1988. For the past 40 years now, Doctor Ozel has continued to save lives and ease suffering with his oleander extracts. At one point, Doctor Ozel was reported to have given all of his research away and profess that he wanted oleander to be provided at little or no cost to everyone. For all we know, he may very well still feel that way (in which case we are happy to help carry out his wishes with this book). However, in the mid-1990's, Doctor Ozel's son helped convince him, supposedly at the behest of a wealthy Texas investor, to patent his oleander extract and to get a trademark, which Doctor Ozel did in 1997 by writing up a technical version of making an oleander extract that included freeze drying (known as lipholization) so that the extract could be reconstituted in sterilized water for either injection or oral doses. Today, Doctor Ozel and his wife still spend most of their time caring for patients who seek help, while looking forward to the days when they both can really retire.
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A Brief History of the Oleander Plant Prior to Doctor Ozel's Discovery In the Bible, the oleander plant is referred to as "the desert rose". Perhaps the name given this remarkable plant was no coincidence. As those of you who are fans of Dan Brown's "The Davinci Code" or otherwise know a bit about pagan and early Christian religion already know, the rose is one of the most powerful of all religious symbols in pagan and early Christian religion and literature. It stands quite literally for nothing less than the feminine half of God, or the Goddess as that entity was called. It was also a symbol for very powerful healing. Historical records show that the Mesopotamians in the 15th century BC believed in the healing properties of oleander. The Babylonians used a mixture of oleander and licorice to treat hangovers. Roman soldiers also regularly took an oleander extract for hangovers. Pliny, the Elder of ancient Greece, wrote about the appearance and properties of oleander. Arab physicians first used oleander as a cancer treatment in the 8th century AD. Centuries later, in the 1633 edition of "The Herbal, or General History of Plants", the author John Gerard says of oleander: "This tree being outwardly applied, as Galen saith, hath a digesting faculty; but if it be inwardly taken it is deadly and poisonsome, not only to men, but also to most kinds of beasts. The flowers and leaves kill dogs, asses, mules, and very many of other four footed beasts: but if men drink them in wine they are a remedy against the bitings of Serpents, and the rather if Rue be added. The weaker sort of cattle, as sheep and goats, if they drink the water wherein the leaves have been steeped, are sure to die." which indicates knowledge that the raw plant is poisonous, but that extracts of the plant were used medicinally. And, an oleander extract much like oleander soup is most likely the magic healing potion that led to the witchcraft accusation against Rebecca, the beautiful Jewish woman from the Holy Land, in Sir Walter Scott's "Ivanhoe". In recent centuries, oleander has continued to be used in folk remedies and in commercial preparations in the Middle East, Russia, China and the South American rain forest. Currently, a Brazilian manufacturer is distributing an amazing supplement called OPC Extract worldwide, and the formula includes oleander extract already added into the OPC. So effective is OPC that the government of South Africa has approved and endorsed its use for treatment of the HIV epidemic in that country. Dozens of universities and institutions in South Africa are joining together to treat many thousands of indigent HIV and cancer patients. The initial reports of success are heartwarming to all! If oleander plants are not readily available in the area in which you live, you can order them online from many nurseries. One warning however, it is a very common practice for nurseries to spray their plants with insecticides and I simply don’t trust any non-organic non-natural pesticides. The best bet, if you can’t otherwise locate wild or domestic oleander plants, is to find an organic nursery where the plants have been grown free of pesticides for several weeks, such as Rohdes, right in my own backyard, so to speak. The link to go to is http://www.beorganic.com/ . If you do order your oleander plants from a 12
non-organic nursery, and I do NOT recommend doing that, you should care for the oleander plants with plenty of distilled water and organic fertilizer for several days or longer and frequently wash the leaves and stems several times before and after harvesting. For those of you who may be uncomfortable with the idea of making your own home supplement, information on how to obtain the patented oleander extract Anvirzel™ and the OPC supplement is included on the final page of this book. For the rest of you: Happy cooking to all - live long, live healthy and live happy!
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Success Against Cancer and HIV in South Africa Years ago, when I first began research into the amazing oleander plant, I ended up as a member of two Yahoo Health Groups about oleander. One was named "Anvirzel" (after the patented Oleander medicine which had passed FDA phase 1 trials a few years earlier) and the other "Oleandersoup" (named for the home remedy version of the patented medicine). As a result I becam friends and acquaintances with many people close to oleander and Anvirzel, one of whom was a noted South African humanitarian, entrepreneur, crusader and researcher named Mr. Swanepoel Swanepoel. Mr. Swanepoel was keenly interested in the oleander plant due to the epidemic of HIVAIDS in his native country as well as the number of indigent cancer patients who could not afford mainstream treatment options (and which he believed were largely ineffective anyway). Like several of us in the groups, Mr. Swanepoel began making his own oleander home remedy after the instructions were posted by Ed Hensley "The Father of Oleander Soup" and the first moderator of the Yahoo "Oleandersoup" group. Unlike the rest of us, Mr. Swanepoel took things a few steps further and he began searching the Brazilian Rain Forest and his native South Africa for other botanicals to combine with oleander. After testing various combinations, Mr. Swanepoel settled on two similar botanical supplements which consisted of 80% oleander extract made exactly according to the oleander soup instructions. The first supplement was for HIV/AIDS patients and it added extracts of the agaricus blazei murrill (ABM) mushroom, cats claw, and pau de arco, while the second supplement, intended for cancer, substituted the relatively rare chrysobalanus icaco (red-tipped coco plum) for the pau de arco. All of the rain forest botanicals added to the oleander have their own histories of successful immune boosting and cancer fighting abilities, some dating back centuries among the indigenous Amazon peoples. I asked Mr. Swanepoel why he used oleander for 80% or the mix and he confided that, as potent as the other botanicals were, he felt that oleander was by far the most effective botanical he had ever found. Mr. Swanepoel soon selected a Brazilian manufacturing facility named Takesun do Brasil to make his supplements for him and he also licensed them to market his supplements around the world. Takesun is managed (or was) by a German PhD named George Otto (The Takesun website, a bit rough in the English version, can be found at http://www.agaricus.net - but I do NOT recommend that you buy any of their products at this time! I will just say that I believe that there are better and more reliable sources and that Mr. Swanepoel Swanepoel agrees and leave it at that.) Ultimately, the OPC product grew to be quite successful, especially in Dr. Otto's native Germany. So much so, that two clinic were built which used only the OPC and Agaricus products and Dr. Otto ended up moving back to Germany where plans are in the works for a hospital built around an oleander/agaricus protocol. Meanwhile, in South Africa, Mr. Swanepoel returned to his native South Africa and made notable progress of his own - first getting the government to embrace the use of his 14
oleander supplements for HIV and cancer and then getting it accepted by various doctors and clinics as well as gaining some support at the university level. Over the past three years, he and I have kept in touch and he has tole me many times of the success his supplements have had in helping HIV and cancer patients, but I have too admit that I was somewhat remiss in digging a bit deeper and finding out the true scope of the success until the first part of this year when I asked Mr. Swanepoel how the patients in South Africa were faring and he reported back: "Everything still ok here and cancer patients as well as HIV patients on the oleander mix are doing well. The medical doctor in Cape Town who is using the mix for all his cancer patients has continued to have good results. The oncologist where he sends his patients to (a woman) was so impressed with the results that she is now using it herself for prevention. . . to date, the only patients that did NOT make it on the oleander mix were three patients with very advanced cancer that had metastasized to the liver and who had been on intensive chemo treatments. In my opinion, the effect of the chemo on the liver and heart eventually led to failure of those organs." Needless to say, I was very impressed with the news, but after thinking about it, I started to wonder "3 patients out of how many did not make it"? So, to try to get a better perspective I asked Mr. Swanepoel in a follow up message and the response I received astounded me! Just when I thought I could not possibly be even more impressed with oleander, based on my research and first hand experience with oleander users including friends and members of my own family, I got this incredible message from Mr. Swanepoel: "Hi Tony, "Approximately 350 HIV/AIDS patients have used it and about 80 cancer patients on a regular basis. Of the cancer patients, 5 arrived when they had about a week to 10 days to live and they were too weak to keep the mix down. They died without really being able to try the mix. 3 (the ones I mentioned to you) died of liver and heart failure. All the others are still alive, some now for nearly three years. One breast cancer patient who was given a few months to live eventually became the patient of the oncologist who is now also using the mix. She was declared free of cancer by the oncologist approximately 1 year ago and is still doing well. Others used it for a few months until their cancers were gone and we have not heard from them again. One patient with a festering hole of 1cm diameter on his nose (about half a cm deep) have been using it for three months after doctors were unable to cure the tumor with radiation. The hole is now half the size and not festering anymore. It should be healed in about 3 - 6 months. The doctor in Cape Town whose own wife had metastasized cancer to the bones, is now cancer free. She has been on overseas trips and lives a normal life." Unfortunately, I do not have time to keep track of all the patients. They just collect the mix from me and phone me from time to time to say that they are doing well. It also seems to help for asthma, male impotence and diabetes. One advanced MS patient have now used it for 2 months and is reporting that it seems to help for the pain in her legs. All the distribution is happening by word of mouth and I don't advertise at all. I have had orders from the UK from people who had heard about the successes in South Africa. A documentary maker there was filming the progress of his wife on a weekly basis but, 15
unfortunately, she was one of the liver complications. He still believes very firmly that the mix gave his wife an extra 5 months of high quality life." I was almost dumbfounded to hear such news. 100% success on HIV and almost the same for cancers? I knew that in my own experience and research oleander was almost always successful, but I had never really seen numbers like that before! If I had not known Mr. Swanepoel for years now and know his character and accomplishments I would have doubted such numbers myself - and I am maybe the number one oleander fan in the galaxy! The numbers Mr. Swanepoel quote, mirror the results I am familiar with from around the world and in my own family, friends and health forum - especially those who combine a good diet and lifestyle and do not depend on oleander alone. For years, it has pretty much been used as a stand alone product. Mr. Swanepoel, like myself, has recommended cleansing and de-toxing along with a very healthy diet and lifestyle to go along with the oleander. I take it a step further and recommend that other immune boosting and cancer fighting supplements also be used - not because I have any doubts in the magical powers of oleander, but because I think the more weapons in your arsenal, the more likely you are to win the battle and the war. Yesterday, before preparing this installment, I sent Mr. Swanepoel an email yesterday asking him for the very latest results so I could include them here. I received his reply only a few hours ago: " Tony Since my last update to you when the total number of HIV/AIDS patients were about 350 and the total number of cancer patients were about 80, I have given the new mix to an additional 130 people with advanced AIDS and to a further 15 people with cancer. The people with AIDS, without exception, are doing fine and mostly resume their normal activities after 6 - 8 weeks. The son of the senior nurse at the clinic where I am doing my research was a case with advanced AIDS, badly swollen legs and barely walking with the aid of crutches. After 4 weeks, he does not need the crutches anymore and his mother reports that he is now singing in the morning. There are many similar cases and I have no doubt that the oleander mix can control HIV/AIDS better than the antiretrovirals. . . . . Two of the cancer patients who were in remission had recurrences of small tumours (but not in the same place as before). Against my advice, they had both stopped using the mix after their doctors had declared them clear of any tumours. As I mentioned to you before, I believe the cancer will always return UNLESS one changes the things that caused the cancer in the first place. The oleander and all other successful treatments allow one the breathing space to give effect to such changes. At present I distribute about 70 - 80 bottles of the Sutherlandia OPC mix per month. This is without any advertising or other promotions - strictly word of mouth. I believe this will not be happening unless people are finding that it works . . . My experience is that those who try the mix without going that route are also the ones who are willing to change their lifestyles (especially diet) and they are the one who pull through. The problem comes AFTER the cancer has been cured and a few are lured back into their old ways - with predictable 16
results. Regards, Marc. Swanepoel" After those messages, I have followed the progress of Mr. Swanepoel and his OPC supplement closely. A few months ago, he began manufacturing his own OPC oleander supplement and, after a lengthy period of testing, also changed the formula to 80% oleander and 20% sutherlandia frutescens (the South Africa "Cancer Bush") and Mr. Swanepoel reports that the new formulation, aptly named Sutherlandia OPC, is even more effective than the previous formulations for both cancer and HIV/AIDS, and he set up a website for the supplement (http://www.sutherlandiaopc.com). Two months ago, Mr. Swanepoel began a double blind placebo controlled clinical trial of the Sutherlandia OPC supplement in conjunction with a South African AIDS clinic. In an upcoming installment in this series I will be reporting the results. As a hint to what those might be - they were so successful midway through the trial that a manufacturing company approached Mr. Swanepoel and promised immediately began an initial run of 50,000 bottles of the extract, with projected monthly minimum production runs of 10,000 bottles thereafter - a far cry from the 75-80 bottles once distributed by word of mouth. As a result of the large scale production, costs of the supplement were actually reduced from $99 for one month's supply (500ml) of extract, to $60 of extract, including shipping worldwide. For those who would like to know a bit more about the South Africa "Cancer Bush", you can find a wealth of information at http://www.sutherlandia.org
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Oleander Found to Induce Autophagy in Pancreatic Cancer Cells In a study published in December 2007 in peer reviewed journals, an aqueous extract of the oleander plant was found to induce and increase autophagy in pancreatic cancer cells. Autophagy is a process in which a cell destroys proteins and other substances in its cytoplasm (the fluid inside the cell membrane but outside the nucleus), which may lead to cell death, as happened in the study with pancreatic cancer cells. The study was led by noted MD Anderson researcher Doctor Robert Newman, the lead research scientist in a number of important studies on oleander and oleander compounds and can be found later in this book. The new study appears to provide yet another important piece of evidence in understanding why oleander has proven to be successful against many forms of cancer. In previous studies, oleander extracts have been shown to 1) inhibit angiogenesis, the process where cancer produces blood vessels and spreads, 2) inhibit the NF-kB factor in cancer cells, which is the process that cells use to protect themselves when they come under attack, 3) induce apoptosis, or normal cell death, in cancer cells, and 4) greatly stimulate immune activity. Oleander has had success against a broad spectrum of cancers since Doctor H. Ziya Ozel began working with oleander extracts in 1966 in Turkey. Dr. Ozel subsequently went on to successfully treat thousands of patients, many of whom were in advanced stages and whom mainstream chemo and radiation treatments had failed to help. The Salud Integral Clinic has continued that success for the past several years and also reports successes against a wide variety of cancers and other cell proliferative diseases and immune disorders. Until recently, Phoenix Biotech was the only active manufacturer of the patented oleander medication Anvirzel, which has passed FDA phase I toxicity trials and has been used successfully outside the United States for many years, including the Salud Integral Clinic in Honduras, which Phoenix Biotech owns. Within the past month or so, Phoenix has spun off the Anvirzel portion of it's operations, including the Honduras facility, and is now concentrating all of it's efforts in oleander medicine on a new pill form and proprietary extraction method that uses liquid carbon dioxide and micro-fine particles of oleander and which is reported to result in a greater concentration of the cardiac glycosides and no loss of all the supporting compounds. The spin off unit is named Nerium Biotechnology in Canada, whose president is former Phoenix manager Dennis Knocke. In a recent conversation with Mr. Knocke, he reported that pancreatic cancer is one of the greatest areas of success for Anvirzel, since although Anvirzel is very successful against virtually all cancers, very few other options have much success at all against the deadly and fast growing pancreatic cancer. 18
Pancreatic cancer, which is normally fatal within only a few months of diagnoses, yet Mr. Knocke reports that they have pancreatic cancer patients still alive years later who are healthy and doing well. He also reported speaking with two of the newer pancreatic cancer patients recently and said that both of whom were alive and doing well five months after their diagnosis. One patient's cancer had stopped growing and was stabilized and another had no signs of tumors or cancer at all now. Other examples of Anvirzel's successes with difficult cancer include, melanoma, esophageal cancer and brain tumors. Oleander, which crosses the blood/brain barrier has been very successful against brain tumors in general and childhood brain tumors in particular.
How Oleander Extracts Works gainst Cancer An extract of oleander (Nerium oleander) that contains oleandrin is effacious in the treatment of tumors. This use is species-specific and is correlated with Na, K-ATPase isoforms. Additionally, oleandrin raises the intracellular calcium level, releases cytochrome C from mitochondria, and induces apoptosis through a caspase-dependent pathway. Also, oleandrin inhibits the release of tumor growth factor bFGF from tumors. bFGF has many tumorproliferating effects including promoting angiogenesis. Oleandrin was determined to block the activation of NF-kB, which in turn blocks the cell-survival function of NF-kB. In addition, a non-water-soluble fraction of oleander is able to produce oxygen freeradicals in tumor cells, which may contribute to tumor cell injury and death. Oleandrin, particularly when in the context of oleandrin and oleander extract, is able to cross the blood-brain-barrier. Evidence suggests that oleandrin and oleander extract have antiviral activity. Development continues as the oleander extract is nontoxic to normal cells and exhibits multiple antitumor activities such as inducing apoptosis, reducing molecular mechanisms of cell survival, and inhibiting tumor-promoting factor bFGF-2. Image and Description Source: Salud Integral http://www.saludintegral.hn/
Today, the most common forms of oleander are Anvirzel, a dietary supplement from South Africa known as Sutherlandia OPC (http://www.sutherlandiaopc.com), and an increasingly popular home remedy known as "oleander soup" which is based on the original patent by Dr. Ozel.
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HIV/AIDS Clinical Trial using Oleander is Successful In the previous section, “Success Against Cancer and HIV in South Africa " I reported how the Sutherlandia OPC supplement from South Africa designed by South African HIV and cancer crusader and researcher Marc Swanepoel had been virtually 100% successful in stabilizing and reversing HIV symptoms and over 90% successful against a broad range of cancers. As a result of this success with several hundred people over the past almost four years, early this year Mr. Swanepoel devised and helped conduct a small scale clinical trial to measure the effectiveness of his supplement ingredients - the common oleander plant, Nerium Oleander, and the "South Africa Cancer Bush" Sutherlandia Frutescens - against HIV at a well known Johannesburg AIDS clinic. The clinical trial has just concluded with results as impressive as the previous reports: All of the HIV patients improved significantly whereas all of the placebo group continued to decline. In the trail, a double blind, placebo controlled study, the 20 participants were patients attending the AIDS clinic and they were not on any special diets. The herbal supplement mix was given to half of the patients in a commercially available soy/milk product which had added vitamins added. The patients receiving the placebo got only the soy/milk and vitamins without the herbal mix. None of the patients knew what they were getting. Throughout the trial, patients in both groups had blood tests performed by registered pathology labs to measure blood levels of CD4. Pictured to the left is successful trial participant Thulani Mncwango, mentioned later in this section. From Mr. Swanepoel's Summary: Results and Findings Three of the individuals in the placebo group withdrew as a result of continuous deterioration of their condition. In all three cases this happened within the first 30 days of starting on the placebo. They were given the choice of taking anti-retrovirals or the real herbal mixture without participating in the rest of the study. Two chose to take antiretrovirals while the third one decided to take the real mixture. From the Tables and Graphs it can be seen that the group that had received the Herbal Mixture had an average CD4 count increase of 135 while the placebo group had an average CD4 count decrease of 87. The following categorical statement can thus be made: An herbal mixture of Sutherlandia Frutescens and Oleander Nerium is effective in increasing the CD4 counts of HIV-positive individuals with initial CD4 counts of less than 400 in a meaningful way over a 60-day period. 20
It is also significant that the liver enzymes, which are indicators of possible liver damage when they keep on going higher, were lowered or stable in all the participants who received the herbal mixture. Apart from a little bit of initial diarrhea, there were also no adverse events in the group which received the herbal mixture. On the other hand, three participants in the placebo group withdrew from the study due to deterioration of their condition. Two of them opted to go onto anti-retrovirals while the third chose to go onto the herbal mixture. The individual with the lowest increase in CD4 count in the group which received the herbal mixture had a remarkable recovery. When he started on the study, he was lucky enough to draw the herbal mixture. At the time he was on crutches and could hardly walk. He was suffering from tuberculosis and he had sores on his feet and all over his body. Within two to three weeks he started improving and by the end of the 60 day period, he was up and about with no clinical signs of AIDS. His tuberculosis has improved dramatically and his improvement was followed after the 60-day period. His CD4 count has improved continuously and he is very optimistic that he has had a complete recovery. (Note: The name of this participant is Thulani Mncwango, shown in the above photo after 60 days of steady improvements while on the OPC supplement.) Summary The data indicates clearly that the herbal mixture that was used in the study resulted in a dramatic improvement of the participating AIDS patients who received it. While the placebo group continued to deteriorate, the CD4 counts of the group receiving the mixture increased and their liver enzymes stabilized. The Null Hypothesis was thus proved incorrect and the Research Hypothesis was shown to be true. The study showed that an herbal mixture consisting of Sutherlandia Frutescens and Nerium Oleander is effective in increasing the CD4 counts of HIV-positive individuals who have a CD4 count below 400 and who are showing clinical symptoms of AIDS. It also showed that this improvement came about without causing any liver damage and that liver enzymes of participating individuals improved or stabilized during the study period. The complete trial report with charts may be downloaded and viewed at the following link: http://www.tbyil.com/HIV_OPC_Trial.pdf Notes: A great many studies and trials have been conducted on oleander extract during the past couple of decades, including an FDA phase I trial currently underway at MD Anderson for a new oleander pill formulation of Phoenix Biotech. Many of the most important previous studies have been led by and/or participated in by noted MD Anderson researcher Doctor Robert A Newman. A list of many of Dr. Newman's studies on oleander and cardiac glycosides may be found later in this book. The website for Sutherlandia OPC is http://www.sutherlandiaopc.com The informational website for Sutherlandia Frutescens (The "South Africa Cancer Bush") is http://www.sutherlandia.org 21
Unraveling the Mysteries of the Cancer Fighting Oleander Plant The major active compound in the amazing cancer fighting and immune boosting oleander plant is felt to be the cardiac glycoside oleandrin. However, the opinion among those who have studied oleander is virtually unanimous; it is a synergistic combination of many ingredients which makes oleander as successful as it is. It has been reported that over 500 different compounds have been identified in the amazing cancer fighting and immune boosting oleander plant. Research has yet to discover exactly which ones work both independently and together for optimum effect, though oleander extract has shown remarkable success against a very broad range of cancers, including lung, liver, leukemia, breast, brain, prostate, stomach, pancreatic and more. To paraphrase a department head at noted cancer research facility M. D. Anderson in Houston, "We don`t know yet exactly how it works, we just know that it does work, attacking and killing bad cells - and only bad cells - and stopping their multiplication." Among the known cancer fighters and immune boosters which have been identified so far are: Cardiac glycosides, long chain polysacharrides and other types of compounds including: Oleandrin, Oleandrinogen, Oleandrigenin, Beta-sistosterol, Quercitin, Linoleic-acid, Oleicacid, Adynerin, Alpha-amyrin, Betulin, Foliandrin, Folinerin, Gitoxigenin, Isoquercitrin, Lauric-acid, Neriin, Oleanolic-acid, Rutin, Stigmasterol, Ursolic-acid, Uzarigenin. Now, two Japanese studies from last year which were apparently conducted jointly appear to shed new light on yet other compounds in oleander which were tested against malignant fibroblast tumors, liver tumor cells, lung tumor cells and ovarian cancer cells. The first study was titled "Bioactive Cardenolides from the Stems and Twigs of Nerium oleander", and it evaluated thirteen compounds against fibroblast, liver and ovarian cancer cells. The test results found that seven of the compounds demonstrated anti-cancer activity against the fibroblast tumors; three compounds were active against liver tumor cells and four exhibited selective cell growth inhibitory activity toward fibroblast tumors. All thirteen compounds were evaluated against ovarian cancer cells on the basis of the amount of calcein accumulated in MDR human ovarian cancer 2780AD cells in the presence of each compound. Three of the compounds showed "significant effects on calcein accumulation" and one of the three showed "stronger activity than that of verapamil." In the second study, "Bioactive pregnanes from nerium oleander", three new pregnanes together with two known pregnane compounds were evaluated against fibroblast, liver, lung 22
and ovarian cancer cells. One of the pregnanes was found to have significant cytotoxic activity against both fibroblast and liver cancer cells. Three of the pregnanes were found to have significant activity against ovarian cancer. The study would appear to be especially encouraging for cancer patients with ovarian cancer, a particularly difficult cancer, especially when combined with previous studies which concentrated mostly on the cardiac glycosides or else the entire array of compounds found in an aqueous extraction of the oleander plant. In real life applications, oleander medicines and supplements, and a noted oleander home remedy, have enjoyed tremendous success against cancer. Dr. H. Zima Ozel, who rediscovered an age old oleander remedy and later developed the patented medicine Anvirzel reported success rates of over 70% in the 40 plus years that he has used oleander in Turkey. The present manufacturers of Anvirzel similarly report very high success rates against a variety of cancers, including the very difficult pancreatic cancer. During the past five plus years, hundreds of people have used an inexpensive oleander based supplement, Sutherlandia OPC, as well as a home remedy version based on the Ozel extract with over 90% success reported. With so many compounds working together, it may be a very long time, if ever, before all the synergistic compounds which make oleander work are identified. What has been identified is that oleander works and works very well indeed. Note: The oleander plant is highly toxic in raw form and no one should try to make their own home remedy without following exact instructions which can be found at:
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Modern Medicine versus Nature in Treating Cancer In contrast to at least 6000 years of the practice of natural medicine, Western medicine treats the body as a collection of parts instead of as a synergistic organism. When it comes to treating broken bones and injured body parts, mainstream Western medicine is unequaled. When this same approach is used to treat illness and disease - fixing or repairing the parts where the symptoms of underlying illnesses manifest themselves, modern medicine fails miserably In the instance of cancer, instead of addressing the causes of cancer - toxins and a weakened immune system - we see instead treatments that either slash, burn or poison away the tumors and cancer cells, which further weakens an immune system cancer has already defeated and only worsens the conditions that led to cancer to begin with. Even if initially successful at getting rid of existing cancer cells and tumors, the end result is a weakened body which may have major organ damage and which is more susceptible to the reappearance of the original cancer, as well as other forms of cancer and diseases. For half a century or more, we have been told that a breakthrough or cure for cancer is just around the corner, yet the death rates for cancer remain virtually unchanged. Meanwhile, effective natural and alternative treatments which address and correct the actual causes of cancer continue to enjoy much greater success than the largely failed mainstream treatments - even as these natural alternatives suppressed and come under increasing attack by the medical establishment. Profit plays a huge role in Western medicine and, because nature cannot be patented, there is no profit in conducting studies on natural remedies for cancer and illness. In fact, if studies were to prove the effectiveness of natural alternatives and those alternatives were to be approved for use in treating cancer and other illnesses, the result would be to admit cheaper, safer and more effective competition into a fiercely guarded market. Instead, such alternatives are heavily suppressed, discredited and passed off as "snake oil" and "voodoo medicine". The cold, hard fact is that cancer and other degenerative and chronic illnesses are big business - to the tune of hundreds of billions of dollars a year. When their only market place is our bodies, the vested interests of the trillion dollar world pharmaceutical empire, mainstream medicine and the institutions which depend on maintaining the status quo are not likely to allow such natural competition, even though the cost is millions of needless deaths and untold suffering. A better plan for maintaining and increasing profit is to continue to bring new drugs into the market place which treat only symptoms and have serious side effects that lead to still more drugs in a never ending cycle so that by the time a male American reaches 65 years of age, he takes an average of 15 prescribed and over the counter medications every day when it all started out with one or two conditions that could have been treated safely and effectively by natural means. A good model for profit, but a horrible one for humanity. 24
We now have over 15,000 patented and approved drugs, 95% of which have significant side effects. It is no accident that our doctors have been taught for generations, just as we have been, that the way to treat illness and disease is to prescribe approved medications – medications that are made by the single largest source by far of funding for medical education: the world pharmaceutical companies. What exactly has this mountain of medicine actually cured in the past half century? Certainly not cancer! By far the most effective way to beat and avoid cancer is to remove the causes of cancer and to make your body as inhospitable to cancer and illness as possible. To understand what steps we should and can take, we should understand what we know about cancer: We know that: • The development of cancer indicates that our natural first line of defense, our immune system, has been defeated and that the presence of either toxins and pathogens, or some imbalance in our bodies have led to the development of cancer and enabled it to gain an upper hand. • Cancer cannot develop without an impaired liver, as alternative cancer pioneer Max Gerson discovered. • Cancer cannot survive in an alkaline environment, nor can it survive in a highly oxygenated environment. • Detoxing and cleansing our colons and liver helps restore balance, prepares our bodies to better be able utilize natural immune boosters and cancer fighters and paves the way to rebuilding our livers and immune systems. • Cancer cells are diseased, impaired and/or beset by pathogens and have lost the ability to to be die naturally via cellular apoptosis and be replaced by healthy cells. These cancerous cells simply become abnormal and outlive the other cells in their normal cell life/replacement cycle and end up crowding out a territory over time. •
Iodine, vitamin D, and potassium are all vital to beat and ward off cancer.
• Fresh air, pure water and sunshine are also vital to maintain healthy bodies which can fight off and beat conditions like cancer. • A natural diet of uncontaminated raw vegetables and raw fruits, with plenty of omega-3’s and balanced nutrition has been proven to be effective in numerous natural anticancer protocols. • A great number of natural botanicals and supplements, such as those containing beta glucans and other long-chain polysacharrides, the oleander remedy I have written about, Colloidal Silver, Inositol (IP-6), the ABM mushroom, South Africa's "Cancer Bush" sutherlandia frutescans, cat's claw, pau d'arco, corialus versicolor mushroom, and many others have been proven to boost the immune system, destroy pathogens, protect our cells, and beat cancer. •
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And so, when we go to an oncologist and are diagnosed with cancer what is the prescribed treatment? Does it incorporate ANY of the above elements? No, sadly it does not. Our doctor prescribes what he or she has been taught: cut out, radiate or poison the symptom and do nothing to address the underlying causes and natural imbalances that enabled led to the symptom. As a result, the way is paved for the return of the cancer or the introduction of another cancer or serious condition. Even worse, the road to further illness is often made easier due to the damage to the immune system and major organs caused by the treatment of the symptom. Nature, on the other hand, enables us to address virtually every area of knowledge and concern.
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A Natural Anti-Cancer Protocol Modern medicine treats the body as a collection of parts instead of as a synergistic organism. When it comes to treating broken bones and injured body parts, mainstream Western medicine is unequaled. When this same approach is used to treat illness and disease - fixing or repairing the parts where the symptoms of underlying illnesses manifest themselves, modern medicine fails miserably. Whereas modern medicine looks at cancer as primarily a genetic disorder, when in actuality it is more an immune disorder. Cancer is a cell proliferative disease where cells go into an altered mode where they refuse to die normal programmed cell death and multiply - which happens as a result of an impaired immune system together with poor cellular terrain (created from under-nourished, under-cleansed and under-hydrated cells) and exposure to toxins, radiation or other sources of prolonged irritation and inflammation. Instead of addressing the causes of cancer - primarily toxins and a weakened immune system which result in a loss of proper cellular communication and oxidation and the cells mutating to cells that replicate without dying - we see instead mainstream treatments that either slash, burn or poison away the tumors and cancer cells, which further weakens an immune system cancer has already defeated and only worsens the conditions that led to cancer to begin with. As a result, the way is paved for the return of the cancer or the introduction of another cancer or serious condition. Even worse, the road to further illness is often made easier due to the damage to the immune system and major organs caused by the treatment of the symptom. Nature, on the other hand, gives us an array of tools to beat cancer and the underlying causes that lead to cancer, including foods, vitamins, minerals, supplements and lifestyle choices. The key is not merely addressing the tumors and cancer cells that are the symptoms of cancer, but but addressing and eliminating the root causes that led to cancer to begin with and prevent it from being eliminated. For a better understanding of what causes cancer, see: A Rational Theory of Cancer Here is a suggested protocol to eliminate cancer cells by either killing them or restoring them to normal function and to address the root causes of cancer based on what we know about cancer and what nature and lifestyle choices have to offer:
CLEANSING As soon as possible, cleanse your body to get rid of built up toxins like heavy metals and pesticides, as well as the undigested food, fecal matter and gallstones that build up in the body by cleansing your colon and liver and by chelation to rid the body of heavy metals. Such contaminations are breeding grounds for, and causes of, disease and illness. A toxic and unclean body weakens the body's immune system that should be your first line of defense. Plus, once cleansed, the body is much more receptive to the good measures you take to rebuild your immune system and fight disease. 27
It cannot be stressed enough how vitally important it is to cleanse, restore and protect the liver before, during and after your anti-cancer and disease battle. As the great cancer pioneer Max Gerson observed, cancer cannot develop unless the liver is impaired to begin with. An effective cancer fighting regimen can severely tax an already weakened liver because it will result in the release of a cascade of toxins that are released when cancer cells die. Such a release can overwhelm an already impaired liver and can even be fatal if measures are not taken to protect and regenerate the liver. Following is a suggested liver cleanse and suggested further measures to take to cleanse, detox, protect and help regenerate the vital liver: Five day liver cleanse. o
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You will find that many gallstones from the liver will be passed and one will notice them in the toilet. They will vary in size from about pin head size to 10mm. Gallstones in the liver are a major cause of many health problems. The above liver cleanse can be repeated every month until one finds that for two months in succession no more gallstones are passed. The liver will then be clean. (You can read about this in much more detail in Andreas Moritz's book ' "The liver and gallbladder miracle cleanse" which you can download from his site at www.ener-chi.com)
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In the Berkson Clinical Study, three women who were facing liver transplants or chemo with interferon (a horrendous treatment with very low success rates for hepatitis and cirhossis), took milk thistle, alpha lipoic acid and selenium, modified their diets a bit and got some daily exercise and restored their liver functions to normal.
Besides cleansing and detoxing your body, also cleanse your environment to the greatest extent possible of pesticides, herbicides, household cleansers, air fresheners and other manmade chemicals. In an ideal world, you would move to the country where there was plenty of fresh air and sunshine and less stress. In the real world you may not find that possible, so eliminate common toxins in your household, workplace and other places you spend time.
ELIMINATE ROOT CAUSES OF DISEASE IN YOUR MOUTH If you have mercury amalgam fillings in your teeth, have them replaced. In many instances, this step alone has led to elimination of cancer. Cilantro and chlorella can help eliminate heavy metal accumulations in the body. A specially blended and wildcrafted formula which utilizes cilantro and chlorella is Metal Magic by Jon Barron. Perhaps worse than amalgam fillings is root canals. According to Bill Henderson, author of "Cure Your Cancer" and "Cancer-Free", root canals is "the big elephant in the room". Bill reports that "it has been proved by many dentists and oral surgeons I respect that virtually all degenerative disease starts in the dentist's chair and points to the book "The Roots of Disease" by Robert Kulacz, D.D.S. Bill goes on to say, "I have worked with hundreds of people who have struggled with all kinds of conventional and alternative treatment. Nothing seems to work to heal them. When these people finally wake up to the above and get their mouths cleaned up, they get well in weeks -- not months. Almost everyone (85-90% of the people I work with) has root canalfilled teeth. One lady had 13 of 'em. They are ALWAYS related to the cancer. No exceptions." Dr. Thomas Levy, one of the world's experts on dental toxicity, told me he had done a study with Dr. Hal Huggins from 1994-2000. They removed "over 5,000 root canal-filled teeth." He said they took every one of them to the lab and tested it. Every one of them had toxins coming out of it "more toxic than botulism." His exact words. You can see on a thermogram the root canal tooth with its inflammation on the exact same meridian as the cancer tumor 29
in the breast, colon, prostate, etc., etc. There are over 40 million root canal fillings done in the U.S. alone every year. Is it any wonder we are all getting sick? Suggested reading: http://www.Beating-Cancer-Gently.com/124nl.html http://www.Beating-Cancer-Gently.com/126nl.html
DIET, NUTRITION, NATURAL HYGIENE & LIFESTYLE No matter what supplements or treatments you may choose to combat cancer, you must first establish a good foundation. While vitamins, minerals, herbs and other supplements may help you beat the symptoms of cancer and help boost your immune system, the diet and lifestyle you live will be the ultimate keys to beating cancer and keeping it at bay once and for all because in the end it is your own body which will win the war. To fail to embrace proper diet, nutrition and lifestyle and look for answers in supplements alone is akin to putting a new roof on a house that is falling apart from a broken foundation. Immediately eliminate bad habits and begin building good ones so that you will make sure that you no longer have habits that weaken your immune system and that you will be able to build your body to fight and conquer illness. A sedentary lifestyle with a poor diet, lack of pure water, sunshine and fresh air, and constant exposure to toxins will in time lead to bad health conditions. On the other hand, also be sure to get an abundance of sleep and physical rest to conserve energy for healing and cleansing. Remember, bad health habits are open invitations for illness and disease to enter your body. Begin and maintain a healthy immune-boosting and cancer fighting diet. A good balanced diet, pure water, fresh air, sunshine and mild to moderate exercise are some of the essentials. You will find that a good diet does not have to be a bad tasting diet – far from it! However, it should be noted that the very best and most healthy diet is one that is close to the diet our ancestors evolved to utilize: lots of fresh and uncooked vegetables, fruits, nuts, roots and tubers, and fish and free range meat not subject to factory farming or feed lot practices and uncontaminated by growth hormones, artificial fertilizers or pesticides. Granted that is a tall order for fish and meat, but it is strongly recommended to consume ONLY such healthy non-toxic fish and meats and to limit meat consumption period when fighting cancer. It is also best to consume little or no grain or dairy products. It should be noted that of all the foods, essentially only raw vegetables and fruits contribute to an alkaline pH. Juiced vegetables and fruits are an excellent form of nutrition (Note: eat much more vegetables than fruit due to the high sugar content of fruits). The Budwig Diet is an excellent and proven cancer fighting diet which is highly recommended, especially the flaxseed oil and cottage cheese portion of the diet. The diet is named after Dr. Johanna Budwig of Germany - a protege of Nobel Laureate Otto Warburg. Dr. Budwig found that in order for cancer cells to revert back to proper cellular utilization of oxygen, our diets must contain adequate amounts of unsaturated fatty acids. NOTE: When using the Budwig Diet, avoid alpha-lipoic acid and vitamin e supplementation. Despite what some overly zealous Budwig proponents believe, other anti-oxidants and supplements are fine with the Budwig diet.
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Take the time to chew each bite thoroughly - as many as 50 chews if possible - to help aid digestion and take maximum advantage of the available nutrition.
Top Cancer Fighting Foods The right food choices can greatly increase the odds of beating cancer. Fortunately, nature offers a multitude of foods which have great cancer fighting and immune boosting properties. Here are some of the very best: Cruciferous Vegetables. Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower and kale are among the most powerful cancer fighting foods to be found. Cruciferous vegetables are high in fiber, vitamins and minerals and contain important antioxidants such as beta carotene and the compound sulforaphane. Cruciferous vegetables contain isothiocyanates, phytochemicals which help break down potential carcinogens. They also contain indole-3-carbidol (I3C), which helps prevent estrogen driven cancers. Other cruciferous vegetables are: arugula, bok choy, chard, Chinese cabbage, collard greens, daikon, kohlrabi, mustard greens, radishes, rutabagas, turnips and watercress. Curcumin (turmeric). Curcumin, the major ingredient of the spice turmeric, has been a rising star against cancer in recent years. Numerous studies have indicated curcumin's cancer fighting abilities as well as its abilities to help prevent cancer, including one study which found that curcumin helps prevent lung cancer for tobacco smokers. Mushrooms. There are a number of mushrooms known as "medicinal mushrooms" which can help the body fight cancer and build the immune system. These mushrooms contain a number of valuable cancer fighting and immune boosting compounds including polysaccharides such as lentinan, beta glucan, lectin and thioproline. These compounds attack cancerous cells, prevent them from multiplying, and boost immune activity including stimulating the body's natural production of interferon. Some of the very best cancer fighting and immune boosting mushrooms are: agaricus blazei murrill (ABM mushroom), coriolus versicolor (Asian turkey tail mushroom), shitake, reishi, maitake, cordyceps oglossoides and phellinus linteus. Garlic. Garlic, as well as onions, leeks and chives, has immune-enhancing allium compounds that increase the immune cell activity, help break down cancer causing substances and block carcinogens from entering cells . Studies have linked garlic to lower risk of stomach and colon cancer. Diallyl sulfide, a compound found in garlic oil, has also been shown to render carcinogens in the liver inactive. Flax. Flax contains lignans, compounds which block or suppress cancerous changes in cells. Flax is also high in omega-3 fatty acids, which protect against colon and other cancers. Notably, flax is part of the famous and highly successful Budwig Cancer Diet. Hot Peppers. Hot peppers such as cayenne (chili peppers) and jalapenos contain capsaicin, a chemical which fights cancer and helps neutralize certain cancer-causing nitrosamines. Hot peppers are especially valuable for helping prevent stomach cancers. Dark Leafy Vegetables. Spinach, turnip greens and other cancer fighting dark green leafy vegetables are rich in folic acid. Folic acid helps maintain the cell's genetic code and 31
regulate normal cell division. Dark Seeded Grapes. Dark red grapes contain powerful bioflavonoid antioxidants that work as cancer preventives. Grapes are also a rich source of resveratrol and ellagic acid, a compound that slows the growth of tumors by blocking enzymes needed by cancer cells. Eat the entire grape, seeds and all. Brown Seaweed. Brown seaweeds such as kombu contain the polysaccharide compound fucoidan. Fucoidan has been found to kill cancer tumors including lymphoma, different kinds of leukemia, stomach cancer and colon cancer. Notably, the people of Okinawa, who consume the highest per capita amount of kombu, have some of the highest life expectancies in Japan as well as the lowest cancer death rate. Other powerful cancer fighting foods are: * Carrots * Green and black tea * Fermented organic soy * Tomatoes * Blueberries * Raspberries * Purple corn * Extra virgin olive oil * Avocados * Nuts * Sweet potatoes * Apples
Fasting So long as you are not physically wasted, fasting is an excellent way to begin virtually any disease fighting protocol. It helps the body eliminate wastes and toxins and reset itself to optimum health levels for healing and fighting cancer and other illness. Many people are able to beat disease and illness of all kinds, including cancer, simply by fasting. After an initial fast of a few days or longer where you provide only the water needed to satisfy thirst, continue with a one-day-a-week fast. It will help keep your body cleansed and, if you are overweight, also help you reach and maintain your optimum weight. Two good daily fasts in addition to water only fasts when fighting cancer would be 1) a dark grape fast where you eat all the dark grapes and seeds you want but nothing else other than water (the concord grape is probably the best choice and seeds are a must!), and 2) a juiced vegetables fast.
Proper Food Combining It is important to practice proper food combining in the cause of disease as this prevents the putrefaction and fermentation of foods within the digestive system, and therefore toxicity, caused by mixing a predominantly protein food with a predominantly starchy food at the same meal. For example a poached egg on wholewheat toast. Fruits should not be combined with vegetables for the same reason. Proper food combining requires far less digestive energy which is then released for other more important bodily tasks. 32
The Importance of Sunshine From the very first days that man walked upon the earth, sunshine has been a key to health and survival. The importance of the synergistic relationship between health and regular sunshine cannot be over-emphasized for both physical healing and mental health (which is itself a key to physical healing for cancer and any other illness). Contrary to popular beliefs about the harmful effects of over exposure to the sun, abundant sunlight has extremely high success rates for: •
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Don't overdo the sunshine, but sunshine is essential to the production of vitamin D, and, strange as it may sound, has been found to be essential in warding off melanoma as well as other cancers. Be sure to get full body sun exposure avoiding the heat of the day and not allowing oneself to become more than mildly "pink" or sunburned by gradually increasing exposure time from a few minutes to perhaps a full hour and more each day. Fair skin and the number of moles are the major risk factor for melanoma (skin cancer), not sunlight overexposure. In 1959. Jane C Wright, directing cancer research at Bellevue Memorial Medical Center in New York City, instructed fifteen cancer patients to stay outdoors as much as possible that summer in natural sunlight without wearing their glasses, and particularly without sunglasses. By that Autumn, the tumors in 14 of 15 had not grown, and some patients had gotten better. It was discovered that the one patient that didn’t have good results had not fully understood the instructions - while she had not worn sunglasses, she had continued to wear her prescription glasses. This blocking of UV into her eyes was enough to stop the benefits enjoyed by the other fourteen. Indirect Sunlight Into the Eyes Guidelines You really can't get enough of this type of light. Sitting in a screen enclosed porch would be the minimum exposure and would require three times the duration to get the same effect as walking in full sunlight. Walking in full sunlight might only require one hour to get full benefit. Wearing a hat with a brim in bright direct sunlight should be sufficient UV protection. The UV problem for eyes is greatly over exaggerated to sell sunglasses which, like sunscreens, should be used sparingly. Source: http://alternativecancer.us/cancer-prevention.htm#Sun
Exposure to Nature and the Good Earth From the good earth did life spring and mankind lived for eons in close contact and relative harmony with the good earth. Mankind developed for eons in harmony with nature. It is beyond mere theory that regular exposure to soil organisms and and the good earth provides both physical and mental healing. Many believe that there is an actual healing synergy from exposure to the earth itself. Today, far too many of us are shut off from nature in the artificial and closed environments of offices and closed in dwellings. To remedy this: 33
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Rebuild and strengthen the body's natural immune system. It is very likely that a weakened immune system contributed to your illness in the first place. It is absolutely certain that a rebuilt and strengthened immune system will help you beat your illness and keep it at bay. Again, good diet, nutrition and habits are all important – they lay the foundation for a strong and healthy immune system. However, they are not enough by themselves. You should build a good foundation and then make your body a healthy fortress against disease and illness. Quite simply, disease and illness hate healthy hosts. The stronger your immune system is, the harder it is for disease to survive and grow. And, to be the very strongest you can be, you need extra measures in the form of supplements as well as the healthiest foods. An oleander extract very much like you get when you make oleander soup was tested in Europe in 1986 - 87 and found to have six times the immune stimulating activity of the most powerful immune stimulators known to man.
Proper Breathing and Stretching Proper oxygenation a key to the very foundation of health - having a healthy bloodstream, the vital system that transports oxygen and nutrients to every cell in your body. If you have a healthy circulatory system, you will live a long and healthy life. A key element for that system is breathing. With each breath, you can stimulate the life processes of each and every cell in your body. Breathing not only controls the oxygenation of the cells, it also partially regulates the flow of lymph fluid, containing the white blood cells – major players in the immune system. Note: proper breathing is not merely taking plenty of deep breaths and is certainly not rapid breathing (which is characteristic of people with cancer and other illness). Proper breathing comes from slowing down your breathing, breathing deeply from the diaphragm, and then resting between breaths for several seconds (up to twenty seconds if possible). It may take time and effort to train yourself to breath properly, but it will be well worth the effort. For more information, see: http://normalbreathing.com/diseases-cancer.php http://normalbreathing.com/diseases-cancer-4-Lifestyle.php http://normalbreathing.com/diseases-cancer-8-carbogen.php http://normalbreathing.com/diseases-cancer-1-clinical-trial.php One of the functions of the lymphatic system is to act as part of a ‘sewage system’ for the cells. Every cell in your body is surrounded by lymph. Blood is pumped from your heart through your arteries to the tiny porous vessels called capillaries. The blood carries oxygen and nutrients to the capillaries, where they are then diffused into the lymph around the cells. The cells, having intelligence for what they need, absorb the oxygen and nutrients 34
necessary for their health and excrete toxins, some of which go back into the capillaries. Dead cells, blood proteins and other toxic material are removed by the lymph system. Deep breathing and stretching activate this lymph system. The body’s cells depend on the lymph system as the only way to drain off these large amounts of toxic materials and excess fluid, the presence of which can restrict the amount of oxygen available to the cells. The fluid passes through the lymph nodes where dead cells and all other poisons (except blood proteins) are neutralized and destroyed. Many of the ‘fight back’ cells of the immune system are stored in the lymph nodes. For more information, see: http://www.wellness-recovery.com/breathing.htm
Maintain an Alkaline pH and Get Plenty of Oxygen in the Bloodstream Once cancer has gained a foothold, it begins to lower the body's pH due to the production of lactic acid in the cancer cells. The normal body pH as measured by blood pH is within a range of 7.35 - 7.45, In the early stages of cancer the pH lowers to 7.0 or below and as the cancer progresses it further lower to very acidic levels of 6.0 and even 5.0. Eating a plantbased alkaline diet can help maintain more alkaline pH levels. Some common wisdom among alternate cancer treatment circles says that cancer can be defeated by raising pH alone. While maintaining an alkaline pH is certainly very important, the steps one takes to lower the pH may be more important than just the pH level. To read more about the misconceptions of using pH alone to beat cancer, see: The Myth of Curing Cancer Solely With an Alkaline pH Another common and widely spread belief is that cancer cannot survive in the presence of ample oxygen. Similar to the pH cancer cure belief, while it is certainly important to overall health while fighting cancer to make sure one has plenty of oxygen in the blood, the presence of oxygen doe NOT kill cancer cells (unless there is so much oxygen that free radicals cause cell death). The oxygen theory of beating cancer originated with the work of Nobel Laureate Otto Warburg in the 1920's. Warburg found that cancer cells thrived in the presence of low oxygen levels. This lead him to postulate that oxygen might be used to kill cancer cells. What Warburg did not realize at the time was the cancer cells had low oxygen because they stopped using oxygen for respiration as part of the cancer process. Subsequent studies have found that high oxygen levels do not kill cancer cells, despite the claims and beliefs of man in alternative cancer circles. For more information, see: http://www.drweil.com/drw/u/id/QAA322213 Although many people use food grade hydrogen peroxide to obtain extra oxygen, perhaps a better option without the concerns some have with hydrogen peroxide is the product OxyGen. Each capsule contains oxygen and the equivalent of 12 drops of 35% food grade hydrogen peroxide derived from a combination of magnesium peroxide and pure anaerocidal oxygen.
Be Sure to Take These Cancer Fighting Minerals Make sure you have plenty of iodine, selenium, magnesium, potassium, zinc, vitamin C, calcium and Vitamin D. All have been proven to be essential in beating and avoiding cancer. As mentioned above, cancer cells have lost the ability to be shut off by the body in what is called cellular apoptosis. These cancerous cells simply become abnormal and outlive the other cells in their normal cell life/replacement cycle and end up crowding out a 35
territory over time. Iodine goes in and both does away with the surrounding cyst where cancer has set up residence and then also goes in and allows the specific shut down of the individual cells that are abnormal, diseased, or beset w/ pathogens to make room for new cells. Some notes on iodine and selenium: •
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The recommended form of selenium, methyselenocysteine is found naturally in some vegetables including garlic, brassicas, leeks, and onions, especially when these are grown in high selenium soil. Methylselenocysteine is easily converted to methylselenol which has been demonstrated to be an effective anticancer form of selenium. Rather than killing cancer cells by necrosis, methylselenol kills cancer cells through apoptosis. Apoptosis is an orderly process of cellular self-destruction that does not provoke inflammatory responses. Methylselenol is also known to inhibit angiogenesis in beginning cancer tumors. Angiogenesis, the creation of new blood vessels, is necessary for cancer cells to grow into a tumor. For cancer prevention, doses of 200 to 400 mcg of methylselenocysteine are generally considered safe without medical supervision. Nutritionally-oriented physicians may use as much as 900 to 2,000 mcg selenium from methylselenocysteine daily as part of a comprehensive cancer treatment protocol.
Drink Lots of Healthy Clean Water Water is essential for all healthy life; however, regular tap water contains trace amounts of hundreds to thousands of pesticides, carcinogens and other industrial pollutants. For that reason, the author recommends only the purest drinking water, such as reverse osmosis filtered water. Exercise in Moderation Regular exercise does not have to be grueling, but it is essential. Exercise stimulates the immune system, stimulates the production of natural human growth hormone, stimulates the production of hormones and pheromones that make us happier and healthier, and 36
simply leads to a longer and happier life period. Innumerable studies have demonstrated the overall health benefits of exercise and the negative effects of a sedentary lifestyle lacking in exercise. It is not a coincidence that studies have shown up that those who exercise only a few hours each week have up to 50% less chance of developing many different kinds of cancer.
Do Not Neglect the Vital Trace Minerals Trace minerals are essential in beating cancer and are in fact essential to virtually all of the body's important processes when it comes to utilizing vitamins, minerals and enzymes for good health. Two hundred years ago, the top layer of our soil contained up to 80 or more different minerals. Today, over-farming and the chemical destruction of soil microorganisms has stripped soils the world over of all but a handful of bio-available minerals, and even those remaining minerals are at levels that are only fractions of what were in the soil 100 years ago and continuing to decline. Man's body is designed to utilize at least 60 or more trace minerals on a daily basis, and did so for thousands of years by eating the plants that processed such minerals (and the animals that ate the plants). Quite simply, without minerals nothing else works as designed, and every mineral deficiency, whether major or trace minerals, results in the body compensating in one or more ways which are often unhealthy. The only way to get an adequate supply now is to supplement, and the very best supplementation is from plant derived minerals, such as those that come from the famous plant prehistoric vegetable deposits in Utah and contain 75 trace minerals. Those who take them regularly report remarkable improvements in their health (and the author himself takes them religiously each and every day). The head of the National Cancer Research Foundation, Fred Eichorn, asserts that mineral deficiencies lead to changes in instructions to the DNA to make adjustments for alternate ways to produce hormones and amino acids - and that these changes lead to cancer. Eichorn believes that correcting those deficiencies leads to rebalancing that will eliminate cancer and his foundation's website has some impressive testimonials: http://www.ncrf.org
Get Plenty of Healthy Omega 3's Good natural sources include extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil, avocados, and organic butter, or better yet grass-fed organic butter. An excellent supplement is The Krill Miracle, which also contains a healthy ratio of omega 6 to omega 3 fatty acids. Omega 3's have also been shown to help ward against cachexia (the wasting of non-fat body tissue, especially skeletal muscle tissue). Things to Avoid Remember, what you avoid can be just as important as what you consume: Avoid sugar to the greatest extent possible. Sugar feeds cancer and other illnesses and causes a myriad of other health problems. Refined sugar is also the number one single cause of health problems in the entire world! Likewise avoid bread and other items containing bleached white flour, which is essentially empty and harmful calories that convert to sugar once ingested. Other items to avoid include non-fermented soy, pork, MSG, ALL charred foods and foods cooked at high temperature, aluminum and coated cookware, micro-waved food, food in plastic containers and styrofoam. 37
GO ON THE ATTACK The next element of beating your disease and keeping it at bay is to go on the attack. As a matter of fact, all of the elements of the this anti-cancer and disease protocol are elements of attack, because they make the body strong and inhospitable to disease. What I am talking about here is more than just making the body inhospitable to your disease – I am talking about going on the attack and wiping it out! In the case of cancer, there are many very potent anti-cancer supplements. such as the ones listed above and several others. •
One such supplement, named Sutherlandia OPC (not to be confused with the European anti-oxidant named OPC), is based on a remedy I have researched and written about, and has been used for the past five plus years in South Africa to treat HIV and cancer. Several thousand HIV patients have taken Sutherlandia OPC now and all are reported to be still alive and well with their symptoms either reversed or stabilized. Of the thousands of cancer patients over the past six plus years, no more than about a dozen or so have been reported to not survive (some were in their very final days and could not hold down the supplement and others succumbed to organ failure as a likely result of prior traditional Western treatment via chemo). All the rest, save a few who stopped taking the supplement once the tumors were gone and returned to their old lifestyles (and had the cancer return) are now alive and cancer free or else have their cancers in remission and tumors continuing to shrink. Compare that with the results of any mainstream medicine or treatment! A newer version of the oleander, made by the same makers of Sutherlandia OPC, called Rose Laurel OPC Plus, is now available for purchase from within the United States from the Utopia Silver Supplement company. The new version contains only oleander extract powder and has 33% more oleander than the original Sutherlandia OPC. Though Sutherlandia OPC is considered the best solution for HIV/AIDS, and is still a wonderful solution for cancer and other immune disorders, cancer is very much dose dependent on the amount of oleander and this new formulation should be the product of choice for cancer, especially more advanced, more aggressive and/or more difficult cancers. Readers of this website can use the discount code of LR001 to get 15% off the price and for each $100 spent, Utopia Silver gives away a free bottle of their Advanced Colloidal Silver (you have to request the free bottle by phone or on your order notes). In addition, shipping time within the U.S. is reduced from the normal 10-12 days from South Africa to only 3-4 days via inexpensive first class postage. •
Dosage: The Sutherlandia OPC supplement comes in either an extract or capsule version and instructions normally call for five to 25 ml of extract three times daily or 3 to 9 capsules daily in divided doses, depending on the stage and aggressiveness of one's cancer. The suggested dosage for the Rose Laurel OPC plus is the same. Begin with small amounts and work up gradually to allow the body time to adjust.
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Iodine (see above) is an absolute must for anyone fighting cancer, especially breast cancer. Many people have beaten cancer with iodine supplementation alone and it is a supremely powerful item to include in any cancer-fighting protocol.
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A supreme cancer tumor destroyer and cancer fighter for many forms of cancer is Inositol/IP6, such as is found in the product Cell Forte Max3. According to several users interviewed by the author, it often seems to just melt away tumors in a very short time period, and works well to normalize the PSA readings in prostate cancer sufferers. One caution - Inositol/IP6 may deplete minerals and/or interfere with mineral absorption, especially calcium and magnesium. Be sure to get plenty of Calcium and Magnesium (a good thing to do anyway) and take a good mineral supplement, preferably plant derived minerals (a second good thing to do in any event). Intensive cancer fighting dosage calls for 8 to 16 capsules per day. Note: intensive use of Inositol/IP6 is not recommended for more than a few months at a time, with lesser maintenance doses of one to two capsules the rest of the time and occasional breaks from the maintenance dose of up to one month (to guard against mineral depletion).
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Curcumin has many similar compounds to oleander and is a potent and highly proven cancer fighter and preventive. Curcumin has been particularly effective against cancer with smokers and helps prevent cancer in general from spreading. Independent research studies on the anti-cancer properties of turmeric suggests that Curcumin has the potential for treatment of five top cancers in the U.S. -- colon, breast, prostate, lung and skin. An added plus is that turmeric is a wonderful antiinflammatory, and thus would be a vital addition for those who have brain cancer, where swelling is always a concern. To fight cancer, 2500 to 3000 mg per day is recommended, divided into two to three doses and taken either with meals or with bromelain as described below. The best sources of curcumin may be the Life Extension Foundation (their Super BioCurcumin is highly absorbable) and TurmericCurcumin.com. Curcumin is can also be obtained by taking the common spice turmeric, though turmeric and most curcumin supplements are not very bioavailable. Coconut oil or milk may help absorption and some studies have indicated that absorption may also be increased with 5-10 mg of bioperine (or else black pepper).
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A good blood tonic, such as the Blood Support one formulated by Jon Barron and made by Baseline Nutritionals, helps cleanse the blood and the liver and makes the body inhospitable to cancer cells.
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Immune boosting and cancer fighting mushroom products, such as RM-1O Immune Defense, a proprietary blend of 10 mushrooms and other cancer fighting and immune boosting ingredients by Garden of LIfe and available at the best price iHerb - (PLUS you can get a $5 discount on your first order at iHerb when you use the referral code XOT949). This formula is so potent that the naturopath who developed it used it to save his mother from stage IV Ovarian Cancer. For more information about cancer fighting mushrooms see: Mushrooms that Fight Disease and Boost the Immune System.
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Vitamin B-17, also known as laetrile, is a very potent and proven cancer fighter that is highly recommended although difficult to find (the best source is apricot pits). Note: laetrile by itself, or even as the primary element of a cancer fighting protocol, is best used by people who have been given 12-18 months or longer survival estimates, as it normally works best when taken for a prolonged period of time. Studies have also shown that laetrile is most effective when combined with a healthy diet and other key supplements and thus, while it is recommended as an excellent cancer preventative item, it is not recommended as a single or central item in a cancer fighting protocol, but rather as a good item to include in such a protocol.
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Colloidal Silver is another must in my opinion - it has been shown to be deadly to single cell organisms and pathogens, and various cancers have been shown to have viral and/or fungal qualities, at least after they have become established. The caution with Colloidal Silver is that it may also eliminate beneficial bacteria when taken in amounts large enough to fight cancer and so it is a good idea when taking colloidal silver to also supplement with probiotics (yet another good thing to do anyway especially after cleanses). Many recommend that colloidal silver be taken with Colloidal Gold because gold appears to enhance the silver's actions when cancer is present. Take one to two ounces or more daily while actively fighting cancer.
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A newcomer on the natural cancer fighting scene is a compound called fucoidan, which is found in brown seaweed. Recent studies have indicated that fucoidan has great potential for lymphomas and may also be effective against leukemia, stomach cancer, colon cancer and other cancers. Fucoidan can be obtained at the best prices from iHerb - (PLUS, as noted previosuly, you can get a $5 discount on your first order at iHerb when you use the referral code XOT949). For more information about fucoidan, see: Common Seaweed May Provide an Important Cancer Cure.
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Chaparral has had notable success against many forms of cancer, although it has gotten a bad rap from mainstream medicine due to alleged liver complications. When used in a protocol that includes measures to cleanse, protect and regenerate the liver, it would be an excellent cancer fighting addition.
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Bromelain. Several studies have indicated anti-cancer and anti-tumor properties of the enzyme bromelain, which comes from the pineapple plant. One of the primary anti-cancer properties of bromelain may be it's ability to help prevent cancer from growing and spreading. Bromelain is also a powerful binder which can greatly increase the absorption of other supplements and medications (for that reason, a qualified medical professional. preferably a naturopathic one, should be consulted before taking large amounts of bromelain with other medications where increased 40
absorption might be a cause for concern). Take 500 to 750 mg capsules thirty minutes before meals or two hours after meals. Good when combined with bromelain. For more information on bromelain see: Bromelain - The Wonder Supplement. •
Besides attacking cancer, preventing it's spread and tumor growth by the process of angiogenesis is critical. Many of the items in this protocol work against angiogenesis; however there are also two powerful angiogenesis inhibitors that should be included for maximum effect: Shark Cartilage and Bindweed. Studies have indicated that shark cartilage is effective at preventing cancer tumors from growing and spreading and bindweed was shown to be 100 times more effective by weight than shark cartilage.
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Myrhh has many cancer fighting properties, including preventing metastases of cancer cells and for stimulating white blood cells.
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Pancreatic Enzymes/Digestive Enzymes, especially those that contain chimotrypsin, have been very effective against cancer, especially pancreatic cancers. Digestive enzymes help in getting tumor response to treatments by disintegrating fibrinoprotein covering of tumors and make easy targets for the immune system to kill cancer cells by natural autophagy means. Also there are studies to show proteolytic enzymes mitigate tumor-induced and therapy-induced side effects, as well as indications that the enzymes are antimetastatc.
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Grapeseed Extract has also been a very effective cancer fighter and a supreme antioxidant with many proven health benefits.
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CoQ10 - CoQ10 is a powerful cancer fighter. Researchers in Tokyo gave rats a carcinogen that promotes colon cancer. The rats were divided into three groups. One group was fed a regular diet. The second group got a low dose of CoQ10. The third got a medium dose. Both of the groups that received CoQ10 had reductions in abnormal crypts (an early sign of colon cancer) of up to 77%. Ultimately, the results of this study suggested that CoQ10 held cancer in check even when exposed to this carcinogen. Another study done at the University of Texas at Austin documented 10 cases of cancer patients who unexpectedly survived when treated with CoQ10. It works by blocking the free radicals that can ultimately damage the DNA in your cells. It also helps re-energize the immune system cells that get suppressed by cancer. It restores their ability to fight back and attack the cancer cells. Researchers in Denmark studied a group of breast cancer patients. They gave them CoQ10, plus a combination of other antioxidants and essential-fatty acids. The result was that the entire group had a partial remission of the cancer; however, two of the patients received larger doses of CoQ10 (390 mg). Their tumors disappeared.
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Essiac tea is another good blood and overall body cleanser and has had some noted success against cancer. Make sure to get a quality version and not one which scrimps on some of the vital ingredients, such as real sheep sorrel. Though Essiac
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Pau d'arco, a component of the original rain forest version of Sutherlandia OPC, has had notable reports of success against cancer, including one person who used it along with a healthy diet and a few other supplements to beat cancer after being given 6 months to live. He is still alive today over 10 years later. Note: It is important to buy the tea from a reputable company to ensure you are getting the right species of inner bark. Here is the source the above described man has used: http://www.herbcare.com.
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Other important cancer fighting herbs include andrographis, nettle leaf, bladderwrack, and black walnut hull.
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The Beck type electrical zappers are sworn to by many and appear to have a history of eliminating cancer and illness from the body. Also, a great many successes have been reported by users of genuine Rife type machines, although they are hard to find and many inferior machines parading as Rife machines are out there. There are also the Zappers of Hulda Clark, although they are not my favorite. A CureZone member known as ParaZapper has a very good machine whom many, including myself, recommend for those who decide to use such machines.
STRESS REMOVAL AND A POSITIVE MENTAL ATTITUDE The final key to winning your battle is your mental attitude. Remove as much stress from your life as you can and believe that you are going to win. Stress and worry accomplish nothing – worse, they are actually allies of illness and disease. You have surely heard the term "stress, the silent killer"? It's true! So you must do whatever it takes to remove stress from your life and make your mental attitude your ally. Meditate, take yoga, change jobs, retire, go fishing, find a pleasant hobby – do whatever you must to remove stress and have a positive mental outlook. Equally important, if not more so, is addressing any emotional issues from the present or the past which may be contributing to stress and preventing the body from optimal healing - may even have contributed to your development of cancer in the first place. There have been many reports of cancer going into spontaneous remission after people successfully addressed emotional issues and stress. Remember, anyone or any issue which introduces or keeps worry and stress in your life is neither a friend nor an ally during this fight. And make no mistake, it is a fight - likely the most important one of your life. But it is a fight you can and will win. Think it, believe it and live it.
CACHEXIA (Wasting/Rapid Weight Loss) Cachexia is loss of weight, muscle atrophy, fatigue, weakness and significant loss of appetite in someone who is not actively trying to lose weight, and is frequently seen in cancer, especially advanced cancers, HIV/AIDS and other conditions. N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC), can help prevent cachexia and is considered an essential complimentary supplement to oleander in general. Other items that may may help combat cachexia are coconut oil, raw organic goats milk, medical marijuana and especially Garden of Life's Primal Defense, a natural blend of 12 species of probiotics and Homeostatic Soil Organisms (HSOs). It helps support normal gastrointestinal balance of good and potentially harmful bacteria, and maximizes the benefits of a healthy diet by supporting 42
normal absorption and assimilation of nutrients in the gut. (Use referral code XOT949 for $5 off your first order from iHerb.). Many have also used Hydrazine Sulfate to help with cachexia, though there are some cautions that should be read first. See: http://www.cancertutor.com/Cancer/Hydrazine.html
FINAL NOTES Some in the field of natural health will tell you that you can beat cancer through diet alone, or through diet and detoxing. In many instances that is true, and some of the most effective and popular natural anti-cancer protocols, such as the Budwig Diet, which relies heavily on flaxseed oil and cottage cheese (or yogurt or quark) are based on such a premise - and the use of flaxseed and cottage cheese as per Budwig's instructions is very, very highly recommended. A healthy diet and lifestyle is without a doubt an essential foundation for any cancer fighting program; however, our depleted soils and the introduction of modern industrial toxins and contaminants makes it hard to build a strong enough immune system through diet alone. Our immune systems were not designed to handle the multitude of modern toxins they now face, which is why cancer is largely a modern disease. In my opinion, the more weapons you have in your natural arsenal which are compatible with one another, the greater your chances of success will be. That is why I advocate including several of the powerful natural supplements that have been proven to beat cancer and boost the immune system, and which address what we know about cancer. See: Cancer is Getting Harder to Beat and Avoid IMPORTANT NOTE: While oleander is regarded as one of the very best cancer fighters on the planet, including for Stage IV cancers, it usually does take time to gain the upper hand and help defeat cancer - and it is probably not the best choice, at least in the beginning, to use when no more than a couple of weeks or less time is estimated. Though the above suggested protocol might still work in such instances, faster acting alternatives such as ozone therapy (highly recommended, but it should be in a hyperbaric chamber) or cesium chloride might be a better option to use to help set back the cancer and buy time, and then, if such faster acting options are successful, one could continue with a protocol such as the one above. Both ozone therapy and cesium chloride are considered to be compatible with oleander, though one should consult authorities well versed in those protocols for specific advice and information. As a final note: for those of you who continue to believe the big lie that the harsh and ineffective options offered by mainstream medicine (and its half century record of broken promises to deliver a cure or significant breakthrough) are superior to nature, I ask: When did God become a quack? Live long, live healthy, live happy! Notes: For ovarian cancer, see also: Ovarian Cancer
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Natural Help for Ovarian Cancer Ovarian cancer is a nonspecific term for a variety of cancers that originate in the ovary. There are about 20 microscopically distinct types. Though difficult to detect in the very early stages, once diagnosed ovarian cancer is often easy to treat in the beginning. The difficulty comes with keeping ovarian cancer vanquished permanently, particularly when opting for mainstream treatment methods. Of the mainstream methods, surgery is the preferred treatment and usually the most successful - but even then the cancer often re-occurs time after time, eventually spreading to other parts of the body and most often resulting in eventual death, though many people are able to live with ovarian cancer for many years. My suggested Natural Protocol for Beating Cancer*, which features oleander as a main centerpiece, has been extremely effective cancers of all kinds, NO treatment has been found anywhere that is 100% effective for all cancers for all people - and some cancers may require additional measures when they prove resistant to the protocol. For some people, ovarian cancer may be one such cancer. Following is some additional information which may be helpful in fighting ovarian cancer in addition to the information in my main protocol. Note: The following information is in addition to the information contained in my suggested anti-cancer protocol and it is highly recommended that anyone with ovarian or any other form of cancer also take a good look at the protocol and follow it as completely as possible. If you are following the protocol, DO NOT omit any items on the protocol, but instead consider adding some of the ones listed here. Though some of the following items are included in the suggested overall protocol, they are also included below to emphasize their potential usefulness for ovarian cancer. My suggested "Natural Protocol for Beating Cancer*, which features oleander as a main centerpiece, has been extremely effective cancers of all kinds, NO treatment has been found anywhere that is 100% effective for all cancers for all people - and some cancers may require additional measures when they prove resistant to the protocol. For some people, ovarian cancer may be one such cancer. Note in the protocol that one supplement in particular has been effective against ovarian cancer RM-10 Mushroom Immune Defense available from iHerb (and you can use the referral code XOT949 for $5 off your first order at iHerb)
Recommended Supplements and Herbs for Ovarian Cancer: The Agaricus Blazei Murrill Mushroom (ABM Mushroom) Known as "The Mushroom of God", the Agaricus Blazei Murrill mushroom is my favorite cancer fighting mushroom. Many, many people have beaten cancer through use of this 44
mushroom alone. Large studies in both Great Britain and Japan found that the ABM mushroom had the highest amount of beta glucans of any other mushrooms in the world. Studies have also shown the ABM to stimulate the immune system and promote natural mechanisms to battle infectious disease and cancers. ABM stimulates lymphocyte T-cell and Helper T-cell production. The polysaccharide contained in ABM stimulates production of interferon and interleukin that indirectly function to destroy and prevent the proliferation of cancer cells. Additionally, ABM turned out to be a very powerful antiviral agent preventing viruses from entering tissues. Normally, the polysaccharides found in fungus only affect solid cancers, however the polysaccharide in ABM is effective against Ehrich's ascites carcinoma, sigmoid colonic cancer, ovarian cancer, breast cancer, lung cancer, and liver cancer as well as against solid cancers. In Japan, ABM, in an injectable form, was found to eliminate all cancerous tumors in 90% of the experimental mice. Additionally, when the mice were fed ABM as a preventative and then injected with a very powerful cancer causing agent (Sarcoma 180), 99.4% of them showed no tumor growth. Conventional medicine has no preventive this powerful. Bindweed (Convolulus arvensis) Available in capsules and tincture forms bindweed is a potent angiogenesis inhibitor for all forms of cancer, including ovarian cancer. Bindweed was brought to the attention of alternative cancer advocates when a woman ovarian cancer survivor told her story of survival to a well known cancer clinic: Following diagnosis, the woman, concerned with orthodox therapies, independently sought an alternative treatment. The decision to look elsewhere was not difficult because the woman's mother had died 7 years earlier with the same disease and doctors felt the daughter's chances of survival equally bleak (giving her less than one year to live). The woman traveled to Oklahoma where a shaman gave her a tincture of Bindweed with instructions to use the substance daily. (Bindweed, a common garden weed, is a bane to farmers.) The woman testified that after using Bindweed for 1 year, her abdomen returned to a normal size. Asymptomatic, she returned to her physician, who after a battery of tests pronounced her cancer-free. The clinic's team began assays to determine the beneficial properties of Bindweed. Its mode of operation was puzzling because it appeared ineffective at killing tumor cells and only modestly efficient at improving immune function. After nearly 4 years of searching, it was determined that Bindweed bestows its antitumor advantage by inhibiting angiogenesis, a process that restrains (tumor) blood vessel formation. A chaotic vascular system is a common property of malignant tissue. So important is the blood vessel network, tumor cells participate in their own survival by secreting cytokines that develop and sustain the vascular pipeline. Tumor growth requires an adequate supply of blood vessels; robbed of its vascular system, the tumor starves and shrinks and, in some cases, completely disappears. It was determined that Bindweed was about 100 times more effective than shark cartilage (by weight) at inhibiting angiogenesis (Meng et al. 2002). 45
Source: Life Extension Foundation Selenium (in the form methylselenocysteine) Selenium is a powerful cancer fighter that also protects the liver and is essential for proper iodine utilization. Most women who get ovarian cancer are deficient in selenium, The generally recommended dose without medical supervision is 200 to 400 mcg daily, although nutritionally-oriented physicians may use as much as 900 to 2,000 mcg selenium from methylselenocysteine daily as part of a comprehensive cancer treatment protocol. Turmeric/Curcumin Tumeric (found in the common spice Curcumin) has been shown to be effective against a wide variety of cancers, including ovarian, and is meriting more and more attention among alternative cancer advocates as well as mainstream medicine - which it well deserves. Among many anti-cancer benefits, it activates gene p53 and prevents inflammation. To fight cancer, 2500 to 3000 mg per day is recommended, divided into two to three doses and taken either with meals or with bromelain as described below. To help with absorption, take with 10 mg of bioperine or else with coconut oil and a bit of ground black pepper. Vitamin K (Best when taken in the natural form Vitamin K1) Vitamin K is found in many foods. Leafy, dark green and deep yellow vegetables are the best sources. Tests have shown that Vitamin K can stop and sometimes shrink tumor growths in many forms of cancer, including breast, ovary, colon, stomach and kidney as well as primary and squamous cell carcinomas of the lungs. Vitamin K causes ovarian cancer cells to self destruct when used in a combination with high dosages of Vitamin C. The generally recommended dose amounts for adult women are 35 mg or more along with 3000 mg or more of vitamin C in divided doses. Note: Since Vitamin K is a blood clotting agent (the K comes from the German "koagulation") people who are on blood thinners such as Warfarin (aka coumadin) or otherwise have concerns about blood clotting should not supplement with Vitamin K without consulting a medical professional. Quercetin Quercetin is a powerful anti-cancer agent which stops chemical signals that give ovarian cancer cells a growth advantage over healthy cells. Green peppers are full of quercetin. In supplement form, the generally recommended dose is 125-250 mg 3 times daily, between meals. Note: the centerpiece of the oleander extract contains small amounts of quercetin. Do not take quercetin with cyclosporine (Neoral, Sandimunne) or nifedipine (Procardia). Astragalus Increases production of immune-system chemical interleukin-2 (IL -2), which fights cancer and the human papilloma virus (HPV). Activates gene pS3. The generally recommended dose is 500-1,000 mg 3 times daily. Espinheira Santa 46
Espinheira santa is a small, shrubby evergreen tree native to many parts of South America and southern Brazil which has an extensive history of use in tribal and herbal medicine. Among it's reported actions are: inhibits tumors, kills cancer & leukemia cells, cleanses blood, reduces acid, prevents ulcers, kills germs, relieves pain, aids digestion, increases urination, detoxifies, promotes menstruation, and is mildly laxative. It has specifically been shown to slow the growth of ovarian tumors. As a decoction (tea) the usual amount taken is 1 cup 2 to 3 times daily. As a capsule extract, the generally recommended dose is 1 to two grams daily or as directed on the label. Milk thistle Milk thistle extracts inhibit growth of ovarian cancer cells and prevent angiogenesis. Also helps protect and regenerate the liver. The generally recommended dose is from 400 to 1000 mg or more per day. Green tea Catechin Extract Deactivates plasmin, which helps tumors spread. The generally recommended dose is 250500 mg daily. Caretenoids Carotenoids are a large group (up to 800 carotenoids) of fat soluble pigments widely distributed in plants and animals, expecially in orange, red, yellow and green plants and fruits. Forget the mainstream studies warning of beta carotene, which used a synthetic form in their tests. To quote one study conducted in Poland: "Carotenoids act as chemopreventive agents, irrespective of whether they are finally transformed into vitamin A, and may represent a potentially powerful alternative to present chemotherapeutic approaches to the treatment of ovarian cancer." Best when taken as a naturally derived multiple caretenoid product such as noted Dr. Ray Sahelian's Caretenoids Complex supplement available from Physician Formulas . Other Supplements to Consider: •
Mistletoe loranthus or mulberry mistletoe. Greatly increases survival time in advanced ovarian cancer. Use only under professional supervision.
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PSK tablets. Simulates production of immune agent IL -2. From the Turkeytail mushroom (coriolus versicolor mushroom). The generally recommended dose is 6,000 mg daily.
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Plant polyphenols such as resveratrol in tablet/supplement form. Resveratrol is a type of polyphenol called a phytoalexin, a class of compounds produced as part of a plant's defense system against disease which is produced in the plant in response to an invading fungus, stress, injury, infection or ultraviolet irradiation. Resveratrol has been shown to reduce tumor incidence in animals by affecting one or more stages of cancer development, including ovarian cancer. Red wine contains high levels of resveratrol, as do grapes, raspberries, peanuts and other plants.
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Artemisinin is effective against a wide variety of cancers as shown in a series of successful experiments. The most effective is leukemia and colon cancer. Intermediate activities were also shown against melanoma, breast, ovarian, prostate, CNS and renal cancer.
Herbs to Avoid: People who have ovarian cancer should avoid cordyceps, dan shen, fennel, licorice, and peony. Dietary and Other Considerations: For ovarian cancer, be sure to avoid milk and dairy products (other than the cottage cheese used with flaxseed oil in the Budwig diet), especially egg yolks, and be sure to consume healthy oils and fats to enable the other supplements and dietary items to work best. For other dietary advice, do's and don't's, as well as other cancer fighting supplements and advice, see the Anti-Cancer Protocol.
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Top food choices for avoiding and beating cancer The right food choices can greatly increase the odds of beating cancer and can play an important role in beating cancer as well. Fortunately, nature offers a multitude of foods which have great cancer fighting and immune boosting properties. Here are some of the very best: Cruciferous Vegetables. Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower and kale are among the most powerful cancer fighting foods to be found. Cruciferous vegetables are high in fiber, vitamins and minerals and contain important antioxidants such as beta carotene and the compound sulforaphane. Cruciferous vegetables contain isothiocyanates, phytochemicals which help break down potential carcinogens. They also contain indole-3-carbidol (I3C), which helps prevent estrogen driven cancers. Other cruciferous vegetables are: arugula, bok choy, chard, Chinese cabbage, collard greens, daikon, kohlrabi, mustard greens, radishes, rutabagas, turnips and watercress. Curcumin (turmeric) . Curcumin, the major ingredient of the spice turmeric, has been a rising star against cancer in recent years. Numerous studies have indicated curcumin's cancer fighting abilities as well as its abilities to help prevent cancer, including one study which found that curcumin helps prevent lung cancer for tobacco smokers. Mushrooms. There are a number of mushrooms known as "medicinal mushrooms" which can help the body fight cancer and build the immune system. These mushrooms contain a number of valuable cancer fighting and immune boosting compounds including polysaccharides such as lentinan, beta glucan, lectin and thioproline. These compounds attack cancerous cells, prevent them from multiplying, and boost immune activity - including stimulating the body's natural production of interferon. Some of the very best cancer fighting and immune boosting mushrooms are: agaricus blazei murrill (ABM mushroom), coriolus versicolor (Asian turkey tail mushroom), shitake, reishi, maitake, cordyceps oglossoides and phellinus linteus. Brown Seaweed. Brown seaweeds, such as kombu, contain the polysaccharide compound fucoidan. Fucoidan has been found to kill cancer tumors including lymphoma, different kinds of leukemia, stomach cancer and colon cancer. Notably, the people of Okinawa, who consume the highest per capita amount of kombu, have some of the highest life expectancies in Japan as well as the lowest cancer death rate. Garlic. Garlic, as well as onions, leeks, and chives, has immune-enhancing allium compounds that increase the immune cell activity, help break down cancer causing substances and block carcinogens from entering cells . Studies have linked garlic to lower risk of stomach and colon cancer. Diallyl sulfide, a compound found in garlic oil, has also been shown to render carcinogens in the liver inactive. Flax. Flax contains lignans, compounds which block or suppress cancerous changes in cells. Flax is also high in omega-3 fatty acids, which protect against colon and other cancers. Notably, flax is part of the famous and highly successful Budwig Cancer Diet. Hot Peppers. Hot peppers such as cayenne (chili peppers) and jalapenos contain capsaicin, a 49
chemical which fights cancer and helps neutralize certain cancer-causing nitrosamines. Hot peppers are especially valuable for helping prevent stomach cancers. Dark Leafy Vegetables. Spinach, turnip greens and other cancer fighting dark green leafy vegetables are rich in folic acid. Folic acid helps maintain the cell?s genetic code and regulate normal cell division. Dark Seeded Grapes. Dark red grapes contain powerful bioflavonoid antioxidants that work as cancer preventives. Grapes are also a rich source of resveratrol and ellagic acid, a compound slows the growth of tumors by blocking enzymes needed by cancer cells. Eat the entire grape, seeds and all. Other powerful cancer fighting foods are: *Carrots *Green and black tea *Fermented organic soy *Tomatoes *Blueberries *Raspberries *Purple corn *Extra virgin olive oil *Avocados *Nuts *Sweet potatoes *Apples
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A Rational Theory of Cancer by Dr. Marc Swanepoel
The orthodox theory of cancer is that it results from the mutations in the genes of normal cells which, in turn, are caused by various factors including environmental carcinogens. The problem with this theory is that there is lots of research showing that gene mutation is neither necessary nor sufficient to bring about cancer. However, Nobel Prize winner Otto Warburg already showed as early as 1924 that in cancer cells the production of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP) better known as cellular energy is disrupted. He incorrectly concluded that it was due to a STRUCTURAL defect in cellular mitochondria, the main source of ATP production. It took another 60 years before it was shown that cancer was due to a FUNCTIONAL defect in the mitochondria. This change in the function of the mitochondria is most likely due to the depletion of the main antioxidant in the body – glutathione – as a result of lifestyle situations and toxins. Under normal conditions (e.g. 200 years ago), our glutathione levels were adequate to handle the toxins that we encountered on a daily basis. Today, however, we are bombarded with hundreds of thousands of environmental toxins which, combined with the products of our own metabolic processes (including stress), can deplete our glutathione levels over time. The cells then suffer a situation known as 'oxidative stress'. Chronic oxidative stress leads to a defence mechanism of affected cells which convert from mitochondrial production of ATP to the less efficient production of ATP in the cytoplasm. This is known as 'cancer'. Subsequently, gene mutations in some cells can take place (which led to the incorrect orthodox theory of cancer as a process of chance mutations). A further consequence of glutathione depletion and chronic oxidative stress is that the hydrogen bonds that connect the base pairs (thymine-adenine or cytosine-guanine) in the double helical DNA 'ladder' become weakened and allows certain enzymes to initiate the split of the DNA that then leads to the consequent cell division - a characteristic of cancer. The initial discovery of the weak hydrogen bonds was made by Dr Mirko Beljanski, a Yugoslavian researcher who worked at the Pasteur Institute in France for nearly 30 years and for a number of years thereafter at a private laboratory. He also discovered that the alkaloids in certain botanicals could strengthen the weakened hydrogen bonds. The two herbal substances discovered by Beljanski that contain the required alkaloids are Pau Pereira* and Rauwolfia Vomitoria**. In order to reverse the cancer process, TWO steps are thus necessary: (1) To increase the depleted glutathione levels that caused the 'oxidative stress' situation in the first place. (2) To strengthen the weakened hydrogen bonds in the DNA double helix structure which are responsible for the rapid cell division in cancer. No (1) above can be achieved by taking the oleander mixtures plus some additional N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC). One’s body can use cysteine to synthesize glutathione. There is also a possibility that the oleander strengthens the Hydrogen bonds of the DNA in cancer cells. This will explain some of its anti-cancer action. The oleander mixtures are available on my web site http://www.sutherlandiaopc.com/. No (2) above can be achieved by taking Pao Pereira and/or Rauwolfia vomitoria. I will have a oleander/Pao Pereira mixture as well as pure Pao Pereira on my web site shortly. You can also 51
order the two herbs from http://www.natural-source.com/. *Pao Pereira (Geissospermum vellosii) is an indigenous tree from the Amazon rainforest. The extract from the inner bark seems to effectively suppress the proliferation of HIV, herpes viruses, cancer and leukemia cells. Alkaloids from the stem bark of Pao Pereira possess a variety of therapeutic properties including antimalarial activities, activity as a sexual stimulant and inhibition of the proliferation of HIV and herpes viruses. Bark extracts from Pao Pereirai, enriched in alphacarboline alkaloids have significant anticancer activities in certain preclinical models; they suppress prostate cancer cells. One of the constituents of Pao Pereira is flavopereirine, a small molecule that is able to cross the blood brain barrier, thus giving it promise in the treatment of brain tumors as well against a wide range of cancers. . Flavopereirine also exerts a selective inhibition action on viral HIV infection, particularly in patients infected by HIV-1. **Rauvolfia vomitoria is a shrub or small tree up to 8 m. Older parts of the plant contain no latex. The generic name Rauvolfia (sometimes mis-spelt Rauwolfia), commemorates a 16th century German physician, Leonhart Rauvolf, who travelled widely to collect medicinal plants. The specific epithet vomitoria refers to the purgative and emetic properties of the bark. Rauwolfia vomitoria is reported to combat the interference of aggressive and toxic substances, have a protective effect on cells, and promote healthy cellular regulation. A rodent study reported in the February edition of the North American Journal of Medical Science indicated that Rauwolfia vomitoria improved immunity and hematology.
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A Brief Discussion on Oleander's Effectiveness Against Cancer In a recently published article*, Naturopathic PhD Marc Swanepoel discussed how mainstream chemo and certain alternative cancer therapies used the mechanism of increasing Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) to put cancer cells under oxidative stress and why he believed such a course was doomed to failure for cancers which had advanced beyond a very early stage. In this follow-up discussion from the Yahoo Oleandersoup group, Dr. Swanepoel and I discuss how Oleander ties in to ROS and how it actually fights cancer in multiple ways.
Dr. Swanepoel: Oleander, in my opinion, has TWO modes of action. The one mode, which is what one normally reads about, is through the cardiac glycosides of which OLEANDRIN is the main one. The cardiac glycosides have the effect of increasing ROS, similar to some of the chemo treatments (as described in the article here: ). The production of ROS is just another way of describing "oxidative stress". In that way, oleander reacts like a milder type of chemotherapy where the production of ROS leads to apoptosis of cancer cells. However, in a properly prepared and filtered oleander extract, there is only a minute quantity of these cardiac glycosides and, again in my opinion, the production of ROS and the resultant apoptosis of cancer cells can NOT be the main anti-cancer action of oleander. There is simply not enough oleandrin or other cardiac glycosides to do this. BUT, the oleander extract can contain more than 2% URSOLIC ACID which results in its SECOND, and more effective, mode of action against cancer and many other systemic diseases. The ursolic acid increases the important enzymes superoxide dismutase, glutathione reductase, glutathione s-transferase and glutathione peroxidase AND actual glutathione levels in the body substantially. This, in turn, can reverse the disrupted stage V of the Oxidative Phosphorylation (OXPHOS) system in the mitochondria. It is this disruption of ATP (cellular energy) production which causes cells to revert to a much more primitive way of producing energy - enzymatic ATP production through aerobic glycolysis in the cytoplasm - a process that converts normal cells to cancer cells. And it is the increase in the enzymes and the Glutathione which helps to reverse this disrupted process back to normal.
Tony Isaacs: I agree with Dr. Swanepoel completely. Properly prepared oleander extract has more than just increasing ROS going for it. Much more in fact. Oleander has reportedly had over 500 compounds identified thus far, many of which are noted for their cancer fighting as well as immune boosting and other health promoting qualities. In addition to ursolic acid and oleandrin, oleander also contains beta-sitosterol and quercitin - to name just two important compounds which contribute to the overall synergistic effects of oleander againist cancer and other conditions. Other cancer fighting and/or immune boosting compounds which have been identified in oleander include: Linoleic-acid, Oleic-acid, Alpha-amyrin, Betulin, Gitoxigenin, Isoquercitrin, Lauric-acid, Oleanolicacid, Rutin, Stigmasterol and Ursolic-acid. I also think it is important to note that, while the small amount of cardiac glycosides in oleander 53
may act to increase ROS similar to chemo, unlike chemo oleander has not been found to do any damage whatsoever against healthy cells. Possibly that may be due to the many other healthy compounds in oleander preventing any such damage and one also notes that oleander has been found to either eliminate or greatly alleviate the side effects of chemo when used in conjunction with chemo. Likewise unlike chemo, oleander does not cause lethargy but instead usually boosts a person's energy level (though there might be some initial Herxheimer type effect from cancer cell die-off).
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Apoptosis/Necrosis versus Cancer as a Defense Mechanism And Why I Consider N-Acetyl Cysteine Essential for Beating Cancer by Marc Swanepoel, Naturopathic PhD
All cells require energy in the form of Adenosine Triphosphate (ATP). This substance cannot be stored in the cells and at any stage we have enough to last for about 3 to 5 seconds. It is thus a continuous process. A few billion years ago, primitive cells (eukaryotes) evolved the process of producing ATP energy without the use of oxygen by a process of glycolysis. Later on in the evolutionary process, when oxygen became part of the atmosphere, certain types of bacteria evolved a much more efficient way of producing ATP by utilizing oxygen through a process known as oxidative phosphorylation (OXPHOS). This new process was roughly 20 times more efficient than the glycolysis process. Approximately two billion years ago, these bacteria and the original eukaryotes fused into a symbiotically functioning and more complex cell system. Researchers now acknowledge that the bacterial component of cells is the cellular mitochondria. All cells, with the exclusion of red blood cells, can have thousands of the mitochondria. These new "symbionts" can switch between the two systems of ATP production, depending on the demands of the cells. During the fetal stage and repair of cell damage, they switch to the ATP production from glucose in the cytoplasm. During the cell differentiation stage, they switch to the OXPHOS system of oxidative ATP production in the cell mitochondria. The switching system itself is controlled by an intricate signaling system that depends on the permeability of the mitochondrial membrane and its influence on the Ca 2+ cycle, the electrical charge across the mitochondrial membrane and other factors. All these factors, in turn, are modulated by the so-called thiol pool of which glutathione is the most important component (the Cysteine in NAC is used to produce Glutathione in the body). When body cells are under oxidative or nitrosative stresses caused by environmental factors and/or life style, the thiol pool (especially glutathione) normally gets depleted and, with it, the ability of the mitochondria to produce ATP through the OXPHOS system. As a defensive measure, the mitochondrial switch puts the cells into the more primitive way of survival by reverting to the much less efficient enzymatic production of ATP in the cytoplasm. If the aforementioned stresses are chronic, the switch remains in this position and we call the condition "cancer" - identified by the undifferentiated division of cells. If the cut-off of ATP production by the OXPHOS system is sudden, the cells will die and the process is known as 'necrosis' or sudden cell death. If it is more gradual, the affected cells can 'commit suicide', a process know as 'apoptosis'. Treatments like the acetogenins in Paw-Paw extract, Graviola and similar plants, Cantron, Protocel, as well as certain chemotherapy drugs like Tarceva, have the effect of reducing the ATP in all cells and it is then hoped that the described 'apoptosis' of cancer cells will take place. Because of the fact that the ATP production of ALL cells is reduced, one can feel very tired when using these supplements or chemo treatments. Another very important fact is that the apoptosis of cancer cells will only take place if the mitochondrial membrane is still permeable and the CA 2+ cycle is still working. In all advanced cancers, this permeability is blocked as part of the defence mechanism of cells and apoptosis CANNOT take place, however much Paw-Paw extract, ATP reducing supplement, or chemo one 55
takes. One can thus see that the treatment will work in some cases where the cancer is at a stage where the mitochondrial switch is still fluctuating between the two methods of ATP production. This 'window of opportunity' is relatively short and when metastases have appeared, it is normally a sign that the mitochondrial membranes are blocked. The only alternative is then to reactivate the mitochondrial switch by getting rid of the oxidative and nitrosative stresses, and by topping up the depleted glutathione. Nothing else will work. The danger in using substances that will reduce ATP and/or glutathione is twofold. As the reduction of ATP and/or glutathione is not restricted to cancer cells it can (a) result in cells that are not yet cancerous becoming cancerous and (b) result in fungal and bacterial overgrowth that can be dangerous for weakened patients. If one looks up the known side-effects of chemotherapy drugs like Tarceva, for example, one will see that they are all associated with a reduction in energy and the inability of cells to defend themselves against internal pathogens (fatigue, rash, infection, mouth sores, etc). Therefore, a successful treatment of cancer must reverse the process of thiol depletion. Glutathione consists of the amino acids cysteine, glutamic acid and glycine but it is the cysteine that is normally the limiting factor. It is also important to know that it is the reduced form of glutathione (known as GSH) that is the most important anti-oxidant in the body. The Cysteine component of NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) can be used by the body to produce glutathione (in its reduced form - GSH) PROVIDED that certain co-factors like Selenium, Vitamins B1, B2, B6, B12, Curcumin (to supply important electronic charges) and plant substances (anthocyanins, flavonoids, etc - supplied by oleander) are also present to activate the enzyme systems that are required in this very complex process. Cysteine-providing substances like NAC are thus ESSENTIAL in reversing the cancer process. The Reactive Oxygen Species (ROS) producing treatments are measures with a very limited period of effectiveness and the added danger that they can induce exactly the oxidative stress situation that causes the cancer in the first place!! The NAC articles mention the role of ROS produced by cancer cells in bringing about apoptosis or cell-suicide (ROS are commonly known as 'free radicals' and are produced in many metabolic processes). NAC produces glutathione and glutathione neutralizes ROS. That is the main reason why the NAC is, according to the orthodox theory, not wanted. The alternative cancer theory sees ROS as the cause of cancer. It is precisely because of the chronic 'oxidative stress' brought on by ROS when there is a depletion of glutathione that cells become cancer cells as an evolutionary protection mechanism . Therefore to advocate the process that (according to the alternative theory of cancer) is the cause of cancer, is to confuse cause with effect and is, in my opinion, very dangerous. And unlike the way it is portrayed in some of the articles, the above information is not based on ancient research, but on research done in the late 80s, the 90s and more recently. I would suggest that people who want to get a better understanding of the alternative theory, read the book by Dr Heinrich Kremer, "The Silent Revolution in Cancer and AIDS Medicine". According to the theory of 'Cancer as a Protection Mechanism' as proposed by Heinrich Kremer, Alfred Hassig, and others, Otto Warburg's suggestion in the early 1920s that cancer was caused by a structural defect in the respiratory chain of the mitochondria (where ATP is produced), was only partially correct. Later research showed that the problem was a FUNCTIONAL defect in the respiratory chain as a RESULT of oxidative stress. About the author Marc Swanepoel is a Naturopathic PhD and longtime cancer and HIV pioneer, researcher and crusader. Among many notable achievements, he is the developer of the oleander-based Sutherlandia OPC supplement line which has been used around the world against cancer, HIV/AIDS, hepatitis-C and much more.
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New Cancer Guidelines Reverse Decades of Advice for Patients to Avoid Exercise A new set of national guidelines for cancer patients presented at this year's meeting of the American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) is reversing decades of common mainstream advice for such patients to avoid exercise. Instead, the new guidelines advise patients to "avoid inactivity" to boost quality of life, strength and fitness. Kathryn Schmitz, PhD, MPH, an associate professor of Epidemiology and Biostatistics and a member of the Abramson Cancer Center at the University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine, presented the new guidelines at an educational session at the 2010 ASCO meeting on June 6th. The presentation was titled "Exercise Testing and Prescription for Cancer Survivors: Guidelines from the American College of Sports Medicine." Schmitz, whose previous research reversed decades of cautionary exercise advice given to breast cancer patients with the painful arm-swelling condition lymphedema, led a 13-member American College of Sports Medicine expert panel that developed the new recommendations after reviewing and evaluating literature on the safety and efficacy of exercise training during and after cancer therapy. "We have to get doctors past the ideas that exercise is harmful to their cancer patients. There is a still a prevailing attitude out there that patients shouldn't push themselves during treatment, but our message -- avoid inactivity - is essential," Schmitz says. "We now have a compelling body of high quality evidence that exercise during and after treatment is safe and beneficial for these patients, even those undergoing complex procedures such as stem cell transplants. If physicians want to avoid doing harm, they need to incorporate these guidelines into their clinical practice in a systematic way." For decades, doctors have been telling cancer patients to take it easy and rest and avoid too much physical activity. Such advice was similar to the advice doctors still often give to cancer patients about avoiding supplements and other items that boosted cellular and overall health. In part, such advice may have been due to the longstanding practice of trying to use chemo drugs to beat cancer by lowering cellular activity and "starving out the cancer". Since chemo drugs also weaken major organs, it may have been felt that exercise was risky for hearts weakened by chemo. However, it has since been established that regular exercise is extremely beneficial for heart attack victims because it strengthens the heart after a heart attack and lessens the risk of further problems. Now, heart attack victims are routinely told to exercise. If the new guidelines are any indication, a similar trend may develop for the advice given to cancer patients. Exercise also improves the circulation of the blood and its immune cells which neutralize pathogens in the body. The better immune cells circulate, the more efficient the immune system is at locating and eliminating viruses and diseases such as cancer which are trying to attack your body. Regular exercise also reduces insulin levels, which creates a low sugar environment that discourages the growth and spread of cancer cells. Lowered sugar reduces the risk of developing cancer and having it return once you have beaten it. Physical exercise has been shown to be particularly beneficial against colon cancer. Physically active adults experience about half the incidence of colon cancer as do sedentary adults. In 57
addition to lowering insulin levels, exercise also lowers prostaglandins and bile acids which may encourage the growth and spread of cancer cells in the colon. Exercise also improves and speeds up bowel function resulting in waste having less time to be in contact with the colon's mucosal lining. It's also believed that exercise triggers programmed death of cancer cells via the process of apoptosis.
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Cancer is Getting Harder to Beat and Avoid In recent years, statistical cancer death rates have been showing decreases for some cancers in some parts of the world, which has led some people to optimistically report that cancer is getting easier to beat. Nothing could be farther from the truth. As noted in “Hiding the Truth about Losing the War on Cancer”, statistics can be manipulated and often have been by those with vested interests in maintaining the illusion that we are turning the corner, or that a cure is just around that elusive corner, in the decades long and mostly failed war on cancer. The statistics which tell the real story are those which clearly show that the incidence of cancer continues to grow alarmingly, as does the expected worldwide cancer deaths. Between one in two and one in three people are now expected to encounter cancer in their lifetimes. According to the WHO’s World Cancer Report, considered to be the most comprehensive global examination of the disease to date, cancer rates could further increase by 50% to 15 million new cases in the year 2020. Many people, including this author, believe that a great deal of the credit for declining death rates is a result of more people looking outside the failed mainstream therapies box and relying on natural and alternative means to address their cancers. As the aforementioned WHO report also noted, there was “provides clear evidence that healthy lifestyles and public health action by governments and health practitioners could stem this trend, and prevent as many as one third of cancers worldwide.” The good news is that, thanks to websites like this one and the writers and natural health advocates who are spreading the good word, an increasing number of people are learning about, and turning to, natural and alternative therapies. The bad news is that alternative, nonmainstream, non-toxic and non-invasive therapies continue to be repressed and misrepresented in mainstream studies. The further bad news is that even those who do learn the truth about alternatives are often finding cancer is getting harder to avoid and beat. Though this article is primarily about cancer, the same is true for heart disease and other major chronic illness, and for pretty much the same reasons: we continue to become exposed to more and more toxins and pollution, live unhealthy lifestyles and eat diets that are less nutritionally sound. As a result, our immune systems and our vitality continue to decline – and regardless of any treatment, herb or therapy, mainstream or otherwise, it is our immune system, nature’s first line of defense against illness, that is the most important key to beating and avoiding cancer. People do not beat and avoid cancer nor get other illnesses due to a deficiency in chemotherapy or deficiencies in mainstream medicine. They get cancer and become ill because toxins and diseases beat their immune systems. As data from the CDC and other have shown, our immune systems are becoming progressively weaker, the same as male sperm count is progressively declining. In 1981, Dr. H. F. Pross did a study of the average Natural Killer (NK) count of average Americans. NK count is measured in lytic units (LU), and Dr. Pross found that the average LU count in 1981 was 152. In 1991, Dr. R. B. Herberman did a similar study and found that the LU count had dropped to 135. In 1997, Dr. Gerald See did another study and found the count had dropped to 108. In other words, we are dropping at about the rate of 1 LU per year. Which means that the average LU count in 2009 is likely to be somewhere around 96 – which would be an alarming drop of 37% in less than three decades! 59
Other than earlier detection and including some easily remedied forms of cancer that were once considered simply pre-cancerous conditions, little real progress has been made by the use of mainstream invasive and toxic therapies of surgery, chemotherapy and radiation - all which have been shown to increase the spread of cancer and weaken the body to pave the way for further cancer, particularly the latter two (chemo and radiation). Most people are likely unaware that virtually all chemotherapy drugs are themselves classified as Class 1 carcinogens! And radiation merely destroys our bone marrow that is the heart of our immune system. A strong immune system from proper diet and nutrition, a healthy lifestyle, elimination of stress, and proper supplementation and nutrition, is still the best way to avoid and beat cancer, especially when buttressed by herbal immune boosters and cancer fighters. But it takes diligence and effort – more so now than ever before. Cancer and the world we live in have changed a lot during the past 50 years and for that reason we do not seem to see the same successes with some of the famed treatments of prior decades, like the outstanding Budwig Diet protocol, Essiac tea, Hoxsey, Gerson, etc. Cancer appears to be getting harder to avoid and harder to beat once acquired. That is likely due to a number of factors. One problem, and a very big one, is one we will likely have to live with for centuries: the amount of radiation now found in virtually every square inch of the earth's surface as a result of the atmospheric atomic bomb blasts that spewed millions of tons of radioactive material into our environment. Two time Nobel Laureate Linus Pauling warned of millions of deaths and injuries that could be expected as a result of atmospheric bomb tests. He was rewarded by having the State Department pull his passports. A pre-eminent Russian scientist and later Nobel Laureate himself, Andrei Sakharov, predicted between half a million and one million deaths for every 50 megatons of atmospheric bomb tests (ultimately the tests of the United States and Russia combined to produce fallout equivalent to 40,000 Hiroshimas). Instead of having his passports pulled, Sakharov received a free trip and vacation from the state – an exile to a Siberian Gulag for the next 20 plus years, that is. In addition to the radiation from nuclear bomb tests that will stay with us for ages, we are increasingly being bombarded with microwaves and high power transmission lines, which industry is recently beginning to lose their decades long cover up of the dangers they have known such technology presented. Add to that the fact that our industrial age has added no fewer than 80,000 unnatural chemical compounds to our environment, less than 1,000 of which have been tested individually in any way for safety and almost none of which have been tested in combination with one another. Next, you have about 20,000 FDA approved medications (both prescribed and over the counter) which have been mostly poorly tested for safety individually, scarcely tested for carcinogenic/mutagenic short or long term dangers, and almost none of which have been tested in combination with each other. Over 95% of all FDA approved medications have known side effects by themselves. In combination, one can only imagine what short and long term side-effects could result – and one is reminded that many chronic conditions are years in the making. Some cancers, for example, take eight years after they have gained a foothold to grow to the size of a pinhead (after which, the doubling rate increases their size much faster). Then there are the foods and nutrition we tend to consume (or not consume as the case may be). The food products on the grocers shelves have by and large had the nutrition processed out and additives processed in for added shelf life, flavor, color and texture. The ones that claim to be 60
"enriched" with vitamins and minerals are enriched mostly with synthetic petro-chemical vitamins and crushed rock minerals - not natural ones or ones that have been pre-digested by plants to be bio-available for human benefit. Our fruit and vegetables are picked early and artificially ripened/preserved with chemicals - plus they often contain pesticides and/or herbicides and come from over-farmed soils which severely lack the major and trace minerals needed for optimum nutrition. Increasingly, our major food crops are being genetically modified to enable them to withstand more and more of such pesticides and herbicides. Increasingly, vital enzymes and other natural compounds are being destroyed by irradiation to “protect us” from natural crops. Our mineral depleted and over-farmed soils usually they have just a few petro-chemical synthetics added back to the soil which produce the best growth, but lack the best nutrients. Pesticides, herbicides and other chemicals have killed off the vital soil micro-organisms needed to convert what minerals do remain to usable forms to be taken up by the plants. Those micro-organisms which do remain seldom have adequate time to perform their vital roles thanks to over-farming and lack of proper crop rotation. Today, most of us are deficient in most vital trace minerals needed for optimum health and many major minerals and vitamins as well. Thanks to the totally overboard scares about the danger of exposure to the sun, most of us are woefully deficient in Vitamin D3 - instead slathering on sunscreens which block out the beneficial rays, let in the harmful ones and contain carcinogens to boot. Most of us are similarly lacking in iodine, and many are lacking in selenium which, besides many other health benefits, is an important co-factor for iodine to be properly utilized. While many people diligently supplement with calcium via milk or supplements, as many as 95% of us are deficient in magnesium - and without magnesium being consumed/supplemented on a 1 to 2 or 1 to 3 ratio with calcium, the calcium does not work. In great part, cancer is a defense mechanism where the cells mutate to protect themselves from a heavy metal, chemical compound, or other irritant/toxin. One of the things they do is form an outer protective shell which prevents the body's natural immune system from recognizing and killing off the cancer cells. Some have observed that this protective layer is getting thicker in many forms of cancer, possibly as a result of all the added toxins and other factors listed above. The end result is that cancer is more hardened against attack and is harder to recognize and defeat by immune systems that are most often in less than optimum condition to begin with. In addition, the body's great toxin removal organ, the liver, is also often compromised and operating at far less than peak efficiency. Instead of a toxin removal organ, many people have developed fatty livers which are fat and toxin storage organs and which have bile ducts that fail to eliminate toxins but instead serve to recycle them through the bloodstream. Perhaps the best of all the Mexican Clinics is the one established by Harry Hoxsey's protégé and partner, Mildred Nelson, an angel of healing who passed on in 1999. In her later years, she observed that their clinic was still having wonderful results with most forms of cancer, but cancers which once had been able to cured in only three weeks or so were taking up to six month or longer. I believe that what she observed is a perfect illustration of what I outlined above. My own anti-cancer protocol (see “A Natural Anti-Cancer Protocol”) may be overkill for many people. But I think it takes more than just one cancer preventative or cancer fighter these days. That is why the wonderful Budwig protocol, once an almost sure cancer beater, is still an essential part of what I recommend, but far from the ONLY element.
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With declining immune systems in an increasingly polluted, poorly nourished, overmedicated and toxic world, cancer is not getting easier to avoid and neither is it getting easier to beat. Cancer may be easier to beat than most people think, but that is only because most people still do not know a fraction of what good diet, nutrition, herbal supplementation and alternative treatments have to offer. The more people who educate themselves about alternatives to ineffective and toxic therapies, the more that will be saved.
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Could Root Canals be the Root Cause of Your Cancer or other Illness? by Bill Henderson
The principal lesson I've learned from ten years of trying to help people heal their cancer is that there are literally hundreds of ways to kill cancer cells and get the body back in balance. What all cancer patients and us authors need to understand, however, is that none of these will heal us until we address and treat the CAUSE of the cancer. All my work with hundreds of people on the phone proves to me every day that there are two major causes of cancer that no doctor (or researcher) pays enough attention to. The first is emotional events and stress. The second (which I think is the really big elephant in the room) is root canal teeth and cavitations in the jawbone. Think about it. No doctor ever explores the patient's dental history. Yet it has been proved by many dentists and oral surgeons I respect that virtually all degenerative disease starts in the dentist's chair (see "The Roots of Disease" by Robert Kulacz, D.D.S.). I have worked with hundreds of people who have struggled with all kinds of conventional and alternative treatment. Nothing seems to work to heal them. When these people finally wake up to the above and get their mouths cleaned up, they get well in weeks -- not months. Almost everyone (85-90% of the people I work with) has root canal-filled teeth. One lady had 13 of 'em. They are ALWAYS related to the cancer. No exceptions. Dr. Thomas Levy, one of the world's experts on dental toxicity, told me he had done a study with Dr. Hal Huggins from 1994-2000. They removed "over 5,000 root canal-filled teeth." He said they took every one of them to the lab and tested it. Every one of them had toxins coming out of it "more toxic than botulism." His exact words. You can see on a thermogram the root canal tooth with its inflammation on the exact same meridian as the cancer tumor in the breast, colon, prostate, etc., etc. There are over 40 million root canal fillings done in the U.S. alone every year. Is it any wonder we are all getting sick? I don't want to rant. But rather than trying to find the magic substance and protocol to kill off the cancer cells, we should all concentrate on helping people deal with the cause of their cancer. Feel free to use any of my ranting wherever you think it would help someone. You might also want to pass on a couple of references to newsletter articles by me on the subject of root canals and cavitations. They were both written after the last update to my "Cancer-Free" book so this information is not all in the book. Here are the links: http://www.Beating-Cancer-Gently.com/124nl.html http://www.Beating-Cancer-Gently.com/126nl.html Warmly, Bill Henderson Author, "Cure Your Cancer" and "Cancer-Free" http://www.Beating-Cancer-Gently.com http://www.WebTalkRadio.net - "How to Live Cancer-Free" Listen anytime. 63
Beating Cancer on a Shoestring Budget There are many valuable supplements available which can help beat cancer; however, those supplements often can add up to a daunting expense for people whose budgets are limited. The good news is that there are plenty of effective things people can do to beat cancer without spending a lot of money. For example, the following inexpensive suggestions cover just about all the bases for eliminating existing cancer and keeping it at bay: *Eat the flaxseed/cottage cheese combo which is an integral part of the highly successful Budwig Diet protocol. Note: be sure to use small curd cottage cheese to come closer to the original quark Budwig used. If you are a bit of a do-it-yourself type, you can also make your own healthy quark cheese at home with a bit of effort. See: Quark Cheese, Rennet and a Recipe for Healthy Goat's Milk Quark *Eat lots of raw minced garlic and lots of hot peppers - either cayenne or habanero. *Eat a mostly raw, mostly vegetable diet and be sure to include lots of cancer-fighting cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts and cabbage. *Consume much of your vegetables in juiced form. Juiced vegetables are key components of many successful natural cancer protocols, most notably the Gerson protocol. *Avoid sugar, artificial sweeteners, white bread/bleached flour and fast foods, junk foods, microwaved foods, processed meat products and processed foods in general. *Take lots of the inexpensive spice turmeric, which contains the cancer fighting adaptogen curcumin. Curcumin is also a very good natural anti-inflammatory. Note: curcumin is not absorbed very well, but you can increase absorption by also taking coconut milk and/or black pepper along with it. *One must-take supplement is milk thistle, which is essential for maintaining good liver health needed to handle an increased toxic load on the liver due to cancer cell die-off. *Cleanse your liver and bowels prior to starting any anti-cancer protocol and continue to do so regularly – at least once every few weeks – thereafter to make sure your liver is cleansed and better able to process toxins and pass them out of the body. *Do coffee enemas once or more each day. Coffee enemas help open up the bile ducts so that toxins can be eliminated more efficiently. They also greatly increase glutathione production and help relieve pain. *Parsley, chlorella, cilantro, dandelion root and apple pectin all help bind and eliminate toxins, especially heavy metals. *In addition to regular direct sunshine also try to get plenty of indirect sunlight in the eyes daily. In the summer of 1959, fifteen cancer patients at Bellevue Medical Center were instructed to stay 64
outdoors as much as possible without wearing glasses or sunglasses. By autumn, the tumors in 14 of 15 had not grown, and some patients had gotten better. The one patient that didn't have good results had not fully understood the instructions and had continued to wear prescription glasses. *Eat plenty of dark seeded grapes (preferably organic), seeds and all. Grape seed extract is a known immune booster, antioxidant and cancer fighter. One cancer fighting protocol calls for doing only two things: fasting and eating dark seeded grapes. *Oleander is a very powerful cancer-fighter and immune booster, especially when combined with an overall anti-cancer lifestyle and other key cancer fighting and immune boosting items. Though it is available in supplement form, you can also make your own extremely effective oleander extract at home for just pennies. See: The Recipe for Oleander Soup Part 1 The Recipe for Oleander Soup Part 2 - Tips and Advice *Get regular exercise or other physical activity. *Drink plenty of pure water. *Meditate or take other measures to control stress. *Other than milk thistle, if you can afford a handful of supplements some of the most important ones to consider are colloidal silver, N-acetyl cysteine, iodine, selenium (methylselenocysteine is the best form for fighting cancer), and trace minerals. Finally, a good positive attitude can go a long, long way. Believe that you can beat cancer and your chances of beating it become greater.
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Two studies about marijuana cancer benefits you probably never read about In February 2000 researchers in Madrid announced they had destroyed incurable brain tumors in rats by injecting them with THC, the active ingredient in cannabis. The study was later published in the journal Nature Cancer Review. Chances are that you have never heard of this study, the same as you likely never heard of a previous similar study because there has been a virtual news blackout as well as a concerted government effort to suppress such stories and studies for over thirty years. The study by Manuel Guzman of Madrid Spain found that cannabinoids, the active components of marijuana, inhibited tumor growth in laboratory animals by modulating key cell-signaling pathways and thus causing direct growth arrest and death of tumor cells. The study also found that cannabinoids inhibited angiogenesis and that cannabinoids were usually well tolerated and did not produce the generalized toxic effects of conventional chemotherapies. According to neurologist Dr. Ethan Russo, the Guzman study was very important because cancer cells become immortalized and fail to heed normal signals to turn off growth and die on cue. In addition, the other ways that tumors grow is by sending out signals to promote angiogenesis, the growth of new blood vessels. Cannabinoids turn off these signals as well. Normally, any story that even suggests the possibility of a new treatment for cancer is greeted with headlines about a "cancer cure" - however remote or improbable it might be. However, if marijuana is involved, don't expect any coverage from mainstream media. News coverage of the Madrid discovery has been virtually nonexistent in this country. The news broke quietly on Feb. 29, 2000 with a story that ran once on the UPI wire about the Nature Medicine article. The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Los Angeles Times all ignored the story, even though its newsworthiness would seem indisputable: a benign substance occurring in nature destroys deadly brain tumors. The previous study which indicated that marijuana could be effective against cancer was conducted in 1974. In that study, researchers at the Medical College of Virginia, who had been funded by the National Institute of Health to find evidence that marijuana damages the immune system, found instead that THC slowed the growth of three kinds of cancer in mice - lung and breast cancer, and virus-induced leukemia. The DEA quickly shut down the Virginia study and all further cannabis/tumor research, according to Jack Herer, who reported on the events in his book, “The Emperor Wears No Clothes”. In 1976, President Gerald Ford ended all public research on cannabis and granted exclusive research rights to major pharmaceutical companies, who unsuccessfully attempted to develop synthetic forms of THC that would deliver the medical benefits without the "high." In 1983, the Reagan/Bush Administration attempted to persuade American universities and researchers to destroy all 1966-76 cannabis research work, including compendiums in libraries, reported Herer. He stated, "We know that large amounts of information have since disappeared." On March 29, 2001, the San Antonio Current printed a story by Raymond Cushing titled, "POT SHRINKS TUMORS; GOVERNMENT KNEW IN '74" which detailed government and media suppression of news about marijuana cancer benefits. Cushing noted in his article that it was hard 66
to believe that the knowledge that cannabis can be used to fight cancer has been suppressed for almost thirty years and aptly concluded his article by saying: “Millions of people have died horrible deaths and in many cases, families exhausted their savings on dangerous, toxic and expensive drugs. Now we are just beginning to realize that while marijuana has never killed anyone, marijuana prohibition has killed millions.”
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The Recipe for Oleander Soup Please note: Raw oleander plant is extremely toxic. Do not handle or ingest raw oleander or any form of oleander that has not been prepared according to the recipe for “oleander soup” in this book or the commercial products whose links are provided on the last page of this book. If you are not prepared to follow the directions for handling, preparation and dosage, do not even think about attempting to make this remedy. While raw oleander is toxic, there have been no reports of serious adverse reactions or side-effects due to properly prepared oleander extract taken according to directions. The most common side-effects are loose bowels, slight temperature and perhaps mild nausea, all of which should dissipate quickly as the body becomes acclimated to the extract. This information is furnished for informational purposes only and nothing contained herein is intended to diagnose or treat any medical condition. Anyone with a medical condition or seeking medical advice is urged to seek out a qualified medical professional – preferably one well versed in integrative and/or naturopathic medicine.
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Rubber gloves Garden Trimmers (such as small hedge trimmers or rose trimmers) Plastic trash bag or a large plastic shopping bag Large cooking pot Plastic or metal strainers (colanders) Paper towels or filters Coffee filters Steel tongs and/or steel screen or strainer type cooking ladle 20-ounce plastic water bottles or brown glass bottles Vodka or apple cider vinegar (organic non-distilled is best) for preservative. Flavoring (if desired) such as boysenberry pancake syrup
To make your own potent oleander soup: 1. Wear rubber gloves and use garden hand trimmers to trim oleander new growth stems and leaves 6" from tip. Any part of the plant can be used, but trimming the new growth 6 to 8 inches from the tips will ensure that the plant lives. Six inches is best, because that easily fits into the boiling pot. If you use a larger or a smaller pot, cut the length of the leaves an inch less than the diameter of the pot. 2. Put the cuttings in a plastic shopping bag. Avoid touching cut ends, use gloves, as the sap will penetrate skin and is toxic. 3. Use a large porcelain or stainless steel steam pot, up to 12 quarts in size, into which you stuff the trimmings to 2" from top. This is the same kind of pot used for making jellies and canning. Fill with water to the top of the trimmings. Pack the oleander down into the water and put the pot lid on, making sure the water level is at least two inches from the top, so it won’t boil over. Boil at a slow, rolling boil, steaming, with the lid on for 3.5 to 4 hours. 4. Remove plant material with tongs and discard carefully, using tongs or a screen ladle. Be careful not to spill the liquid on you, it is hot. Volume remaining should be about 60 to 70% of the original liquid. 5. Boil this slowly again for about 2 to 3 hours, reducing the liquid again by 50%, to about 30% of original liquid. Let this cool to room temperature, sitting covered for about two hours. This liquid should be as thick chicken soup broth, pouring easily 68
into a straining pot. 6. Strain the remainder through 4 layers of large and preferably unbleached coffee filters or filter paper using stainless steel colanders (in a pinch, one could use paper towels and plastic colanders, which are commonly available in grocery stores). Stack one on top of another with a filter (or towel) in between each. The top filter (or towel) may plug and need to be replaced. Use a soup ladle to slowly pour the liquid through the towels, straining into a two-quart pan or bowl. 7. Repeat the filtering process using four or more layers of unbleached coffee filters. The original instructions did not call for this, however, it has been determined that additional filtrations is needed to remove larger organic compounds that cause the more common, though mild, side effects. See Tips and Advice.
8. To preserve the product, you can mix the liquid which remains after the above boiling and filtering with equal parts of either 80 proof vodka (preferred) or else apple cider vinegar right off the grocers shelves, which should extend the shelf life by at least 6 months. For flavor, you may choose to add a concentrated organic flavoring, such as grape juice/grapeseed concentrate available at many health food outlets. Do NOT use flavorings which contain sugar, high fructose corn syrup or artificial sweetener. 9. Using a funnel, pour into 20 oz plastic empty water bottles with tight lids, or better still, brown glass bottles, and refrigerate. Avoid direct sunlight on the final liquid, as it will degrade in sunlight. For Skin Cream or Lotion: For a basic oleander skin cream, slowly boil the original brew down to a light syrup, condensing the liquid and making it thicker at a less than boiling temperature. Mix the final syrup with an aloe based hand cream, using one part oleander syrup to three parts hand cream. Used regularly, Dr. Ozel’s patent says this is a good topical cream for precancerous skin cells, age spots, moles, and psoriasis. For a truly superior skin cream, use ozonated olive oil instead of the hand cream, add in some concentrated (via boiling or evaporation) quality colloidal silver, iodine and several drops of DMSO. A word of caution: be sure to store the skin cream in a glass or ceramic container and be sure to thoroughly wash your hands before applying the skin crème. DMSO is a powerful penetrant. It will dissolve ordinary plastic containers and it will also take anything on the surface of your hands and skin deep inside with the skin cream. Note: oleander skin cream is not like the zinc based black salves, which are faster acting, but can also be quite caustic. For the oleander based skin cream to be effective, it much be applied two to three times daily consistently and one must be patient as it may take a couple of months or longer to completely resolve the issue being addressed. Treatment Dosage: Because this is an extract that acts like digitalis, which makes your heart work harder, 69
those with heart conditions or high blood pressure should only use oleander soup with medical supervision, preferably someone well versed in integrative medicine. Begin slowly, with small amounts, increasing slowly as your system adapts. Begin with ¼ to ½ of a teaspoon two or three times a day after meals, work up slowly, a week at a time, until you reach 1 tablespoon three times a day after meals. Side effects are normally fairly mild, especially when compared to standard chemo or radiation therapy side effects, and vary from one individual to another. Some people report little or no side effects at all. Typical side effects for those who do experience them can include mild fever, headache, diarrhea, nausea and sometimes, vomiting. Usually these effects go away in a couple of weeks or so, as the body adjusts to the oleander soup. After a month or so, perhaps much less, you should be up to tolerating the full dose (1 Tablespoon 3 times per day) with minimum reaction. The dosage may vary with individual use, depending upon body weight and sensitivity, and taking a little more is not harmful, but might increase diarrhea. To counter diarrhea, many oleander soup users take over the counter diarrhea control medicine, like Immodium™. Note: It is the author’s very strong belief that the key to avoiding most, if not all, side effects, is extra filtration. See Tips and Advice. Duration of Dosage: Once a cell proliferating disease like cancer is stopped, it can return. Continuation of smaller maintenance dosages should be strongly considered. Prevention/Maintenance Dosage: One regular dose three times a week (one Tablespoon) forever. It's easy to make, costs almost nothing (if you live in the south). It is believed that long term usage boosts the immune system, helps prevent many diseases, targets and kills bad cells and ONLY bad cells, and in some cases, leads to weight loss, more energy, and a lower craving for the dietary “sin foods” like ice-cream and cake.
Tips and Advice: Harvesting According to the patent, both the leaves and stems can be used. It is a good idea to try to pick parts that show new growth and/or which look fresh and vibrant, as they will have more of the oleander sap in them. I've found it pays off to look for plants that are generally healthy (not stressed by draught, old age or bad soil), and then to harvest the youngest, growing tips, usually on the lower part of the plant. A standard plastic shopping bag, holds more than enough leaves and stems to make three 20-ounce bottles of the extract. Handling 70
Use gloves (garden and/or household) to handle the plant material in all stages of harvest and preparation. It's especially important to protect yourself while handling the raw plant, since unprocessed Oleander contains compounds that are toxic which are absorbed through your skin. To be honest, several people have landscaped with Oleander for YEARS, blithely handling all parts of the plant without protection and with no ill effects. But to be safe, don't take chances. Don’t burn oleander leaves. The smoke is toxic. Preparation & Washing Before cooking, you need to wash the Oleander cuttings thoroughly, washing off the fresh cut leaves with a spray head water hose just like you commonly do with veggies you buy at the store is adequate, since the boiling process will kill any bacteria, virus or little worms and spiders that live on the leaves; however you may wish to use a commercial fruit and veggie wash. The straining process removes the residual solids, if any, including dirt. While washing, you have a chance to remove any dead or funky-looking matter. After thorough rinsing snip all the cuttings into pieces that are no longer than the width of the cooking pot. Cooking If you don't have a tamale pot or similar mega-big pot, just use a large spaghetti pot. The best water to use for anything consumed is reverse-osmosis filtered water. However, because this is an orally consumed soup, special water is not necessary and good tap water should be fine. Be sure to cover the leaves, leaving an inch or two from the top of the pot to accommodate foaming and boil-over. Check on the liquid level every hour. You may add water to be certain the leaves are in the water. When first bringing to a boil, stay nearby because it tends to foam up and boil over pretty fast (due possibly to high glycoside content). Stirring is not needed. From this point, after the liquid is boiling, cover and leave the mixture at a steady slow rolling, slightly steaming, low boil for four hours - you want to keep it "cooking" without burning or boiling over. You only have to boil slowly, so steam is coming out of the lid at a steady rate, boiling for at least 4 hours, which is more than most recommend, but avoids having to add water constantly due to the lower boiling rate, which does not mean less temperature. Straining After boiling and taking out the plant materials with a screen ladle, or tongs, it is important to let the mix sit, settle, and cool to room temperature, at least two hours. Strain the remainder through 4 layers of large and preferably unbleached coffee filters or filter paper using stainless steel colanders (in a pinch, one could use paper towels and plastic colanders, which are commonly available in grocery stores). Stack one on top of another with a filter (or towel) in between each. The top filter (or towel) may plug and need to be replaced. Use a soup ladle to slowly pour the liquid through the towels, straining into a twoquart pan or bowl. Dump the sediment in the trash. Repeat the filtering process using four or more layers of unbleached coffee filters. The original instructions did not call for this, however, it has been determined that additional 71
filtrations is needed to remove larger organic compounds that cause the more common, though mild, side It will take awhile, but the extra straining is the key to avoiding most of the common side effects reported by those who do not take this extra step. It should be noted that the patented Anvirzel is strained through less than 4 micron filters and no side effects are reported when taken orally. Condensing After straining, rinse out the pot, pour the remaining soup back in and let it slow boil to the desired condensation, or specific gravity. Boiling the liquid down more, condensing it to a lower volume is optional. Condensing down to about 40 oz. or 1/10 the original liquid saves the amount of preservative needed, using vodka or apple cider vinegar (organic nondistilled is by far the best), and with the more condensed liquid, you adjust the dosage to a smaller amount, to compensate. Dosage When taking, you hold the liquid under your tongue for thirty seconds, then swallow, per the Ozel patent. This is called the sub-lingual method, allowing the liquid to mix with enzymes produced in your mouth before swallowing. Dosage trials should begin slowly, and should begin with ¼ to 1/2 teaspoon or less of the 1/10th mix. You take small amounts at first, once or twice a day, building up your tolerance in your stomach and digestive systems. Increase dosage as you adjust, in 4 to 5 day increments, up to a tablespoon 3 times daily after meals. The dosage level varies with individuals, body weight, tolerance and side effects, i.e.: vomiting, diarrhea, and nausea. You take what is within your "comfort zone", since this is a long-term program, not a quickie, increasing dosage in small amounts, with tolerance. After the cancer is gone, what do you take for maintenance? There is not a lot of research here. Doc Ozel's patent says take a dose a month. Personally, I would take a couple or three doses a week for life, since it is almost free, and you can make a years supply in less than a day.
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Why there is no mainstream cure in sight for cancer On the same day of the highly publicized "Stand Up to Cancer" telethon, the mainstream media widely ran an article titled "The top 10 deadliest cancers and why there's no cure". The top three "incurable" cancers listed were cancers of the lung, colon and breast followed by pancreatic, prostate, leukemia, non-Hodgkin lymphoma, liver, ovarian and esophageal cancers. An accurate report would have been titled "The top 10 deadliest cancers and why there's no mainstream cure". The article stated that "Cancer cells, and how they grow, remain unpredictable and in some cases mysterious. Even after seemingly effective treatments, crafty cancer cells are able to hide out in some patients and resurface." According to the article, we have spent about $200 Billion on cancer research since the early 1970's and there has been a rise in five-year survival rates for all people diagnosed with cancer from about 50 percent in the early 1970's to 65 percent today. Dr. Len Lichtenfeld, deputy chief medical officer of the American Cancer Society, stated "We would not be where we are if basic and clinical science wasn't funded. Basic science teaches us about mechanisms, about how drugs may be effective, and we take that info and put it into a clinic to find out whether or not those new ideas work in cancer treatment." An accurate article would have pointed out that five-year survival is not at all the same as a cure. It would also have revealed that the five-year survival rates have increased largely due to earlier detection and the statistical inclusion of highly curable pre-cancerous conditions such as DCIS which was not considered to be a cancer in the 1970's. A truly accurate article would also have told us about the natural and alternative cancer "cures" which have had outstanding success against even the most deadly cancers and would have listed the real reasons there is no cancer cure in sight for mainstream medicine, such as: 1. Almost all of the $200 Billion spent on cancer research has been spent either looking for genetic links, looking for ways to detect cancer earlier once it is already established, or looking for improved drugs and treatments that fit into the same mainstream paradigm of the past 40 years: trying to cut out, poison out or burn out the symptoms of cancer instead of addressing the root causes in order to actually cure cancer and prevent its return. 2. Cancer has become a bloated $300 to $400 Billion a year industry, including charitable foundations such as the American Cancer Society and other agencies with high salaries and perks. The continued existence and profits of the cancer industry depend on NOT finding a cure for cancer. 3. In medical schools whose major source of funding comes from big pharmaceutical companies and whose curriculum is controlled by the AMA, oncologists and other doctors are taught virtually nothing about the importance of proper diet and nutrition or about the healing and immune boosting herbs found in nature. Notably, you cannot patent nature. You may be able to patent synthetics and unique isolates based on nature, but that is not at all the same as natural items with 75
all the supporting synergistic compounds. 4. Alternative therapies are little funded and are in fact vigorously suppressed because of the threat they represent to mainstream profits. 5. The people whose toxic products cause cancer and the people who profit from cancer direct research away from the true causes of cancer and towards the treatments and drugs they profit from. 6. Scant attention or research is directed towards prevention.
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Hiding the Truth About Losing the War on Cancer
For well over half a century mainstream medicine has regularly promised us that a cure or major breakthrough for cancer was just around the corner. Every year we see "promising" new drugs and therapies announced. Yet every year we also see more people contract cancer and more people die of cancer. Despite all the rosy announcements, statistical juggling and outright deceptions, it should be painfully obvious that the "War on Cancer" has been a losing one. Instead of focusing on natural and safe methods of prevention and treatment, we continue to treat by using surgery, chemotherapy and radiation to cut out, poison out and burn out the symptoms of cancer while leaving the underlying causes untreated - and we continue to largely ignore the role that proper diet, nutrition and lifestyle plays in preventing and helping cure cancer. Although surgery does have some success against a limited number of cancers, chemo and radiation achieve at best a 3% increase in length of survival and true cures from cancer (meaning that the patient becomes completely cancer free and the cancer never returns). The fact is that for those who are diagnosed with cancer, after the third year the survival rate for those who had no treatment at all increases steadily and for those who had mainstream treatment it decreases steadily. Sources: Dr. Ralph Moss and Webster Kehr, the "Cancer Tutor"
Despite the dismal record, those in the $300 Billion a year cancer industry appear determined to maintain a stranglehold on treatment. One way they do so is to suppress natural alternatives. Another is to misreport their success rates by altering statistics to make their success appear to be much better than it actually is. Here are six ways that mainstream medicine misreports their statistics: 1. By re-defining "cure" as "alive five years after diagnosis: instead of using the word's real meaning, which is "cancer-free". Thus a patient could still have cancer the entire five years and die one day after the 5th anniversary date of diagnosis and still be recorded as a cure.
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2. By simply omitting certain groups of people, such as African Americans, or by omitting certain types of cancer, such as all lung cancers patients, from their statistical calculations. 3. By including types of cancer that are not life-threatening and are easily curable, such as skin cancers and DCIS. The statistics most commonly reported include many such easily curable cancers, such as localized cancers of the cervix, non-spreading cancers and melanomas, as well as "cancers" that many feel are not true cancers at all, merely pre-cancers. For example, DCIS is a pre-cancerous condition that is 99% curable and makes up 30% of all breast cancers. Deduct that 30% from the breast cancer cure rates and survival statistics and and the figures are much less impressive. 4. By allowing earlier detection to erroneously imply longer survival. 5. By deleting patients from cancer treatment studies who die too soon, even if that is on the 89th day of a 90 day chemotherapy protocol. 6. By using a questionable adjustment called "relative survival rate" where they get to deduct a certain number of cancer victims who statistics say would have died during the five years of other causes such as heart attacks, car wrecks, etc. Source: Tanya Harter Pierce "Outsmart Your Cancer"
These outrageous "fudges", as Ms. Harter too kindly calls them, have all been incorporated into cancer cure statistics to hide the fact that the war on cancer has been hopelessly lost and wrongly waged. In the opinion of many who are far more knowledgeable and qualified than I am, the socalled War on Cancer is little more than a hoax. "Everyone should know that most cancer research is largely a fraud and that the major cancer research organisations are derelict in their duties to the people who support them." - Linus Pauling PhD (Two-time Nobel Prize winner). "The National Anti-Cancer Program is a bunch of sh*t." - James Watson, Nobel Laureate for Medicine in 1962 , joint discoverer of the double helix of DNA, and for two years a member of the US Joint Advisory Committee on Cancer Of
the three major mainstream treatment methods, surgery is the only one with respectable success rates. When it is successful, the vast majority of the time it is where the patients had operable types of cancer that had not yet metastasized at the time of diagnosis - and most cancers are not detected prior to metastasizing. When it comes to Chemo, in the words of Dr. Ralph Moss: "Chemo has some success in a few kinds of cancer, but in the conventional cancers which chemotherapy sometimes "works" such as small-cell lung cancers, the actual survival benefit is reckoned in weeks or months, not in years. And during this time, the patient is likely to experience major, even life threatening, side effects from the treatment, so the overall advantage to the patient is moot." Radiation results are even more dismal. In some studies, patients who opted for radiation have had lower survival rates than those who did not have radiation. Sources: Tanya Harter Pierce, Dr. Rath Foundation
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Another common deception of mainstream medicine is to quote "response rates", which is defined as having a 50% tumor shrinkage for a period of twelve months. It has nothing to do with cure rates or long term survival, but it is the statistic that is often quoted to patient by their oncologists. Yet another deception is the use of the term "remission" to imply cure, when it is nothing of the sort. As "the Cancer Tutor" Webster Kehr writes in "The War Between Orthodox Medicine and Alternative Medicine" First of all, the National Cancer Institute defines "remission" as: •
"A decrease in or disappearance of signs and symptoms of cancer. In partial remission, some, but not all, signs and symptoms of cancer have disappeared. In complete remission, all signs and symptoms of cancer have disappeared, although cancer still may be in the body."
NCI - http://www.nci.nih.gov/dictionary/db_alpha.aspx?expand=R
What exactly does this definition mean relative to the three "treatment decision criteria" . . . You, the citizen, are supposed to assume that "remission" means a person is cured of their cancer. But that is not what the definition states. It states there is an absence of "signs and symptoms." So is there a correlation between the absence of "signs and symptoms" and the three treatment decision criteria above? Generally, the determination of remission is based on a reduction in the size of the tumor or in the change of some tumor marker. These things may indicate the number of cancer cells in the body, but they are very, very crude estimates of the number of cancer cells in the body. These numbers also do not measure the pain and suffering of the patient (i.e. the quality of life) or the status of the immunity system, which is very, very important if all of the cancer cells have not been killed." And then there is what is likely the greatest mainstream deception of all: the millions of people who are diagnosed with cancer, but actually die from the damages done by chemotherapy and radiation, most frequently major organ failure. All of those deaths are recorded as due to cancer. Though that does not bolster the mainstream cancer treatment success rates, it helps hide the dangers and deaths due to mainstream treatments. It should be plain that the war against cancer is not being won - and to continue to claim otherwise after over half a century begs the question of why such obviously false and misleading claims and statistics. In this respect, one is reminded of the Vietnam War, where we were told that we won every battle and that we killed many more of the enemy in every skirmish. And yet the war was a failure and in the end we admitted it, stopped deceiving the public, and moved on to a different approach to stop the needless loss of lives. The war against cancer has lasted much longer and we have lost millions and millions of lives. After over half a century of failure, one has to ask how long will it take to admit it, stop deceiving the public, and move on to a different approach to stop the needless loss of lives? "Unless the doctor of today becomes the dietitian of tomorrow, the dietitian of today will become the doctor of tomorrow." - Dr. Alexis Carrol (Famous Biological Scientist and head of the Rockefeller Institute)
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Genetic Cancer Theory Disproven Yet Continues to be Propagated By: Dr. Loretta Lanphier, ND, CN, HHP, CH
The Cancer Epidemic That Continues Are you aware that nearly 50% of Americans will develop some form of cancer today, and that by 2050 the cancer rate will have nearly doubled? (National Cancer Institute – NCI) With billions given to research for a cure, prevention methods and supposedly the most brilliant minds to task, the last 40 years have yielded very little in regards to either objective. We’re a nation with one of the greatest technological capabilities known to man, a world super power, yet have the third sickest population falling only to China and India (U.S. Census Bureau – extrapolations). Making matters worse are statistics that show chronic disease wildly more prevalent within developed / industrialized nations. Is Cancer Really Genetic? A succession of scientific findings beginning with studies conducted in the late 19th and early 20 th century combined with the discovery of the oncogene by MIT’s-Dr. Robert A. Weinberg has led scientists to suggest that cancer is genetic and is caused by a sequence of DNA mutations caused by the gene. The well reported nature of these findings began the spark of the wide spread belief that cancer is in fact genetic. These happenings have now cumulated into the mammoth research project through the International Cancer Genome Consortium (ICGC) in which the leviathan like organization seeks to identify and catalogue the genetic mutation structure of 50 different cancer types. ICGC scientists from 10 different countries predict it will take “at least five years and many hundreds of thousands of dollars to complete this mammoth task” in addition to developing new drugs. Scientists suggest that if the DNA mutations that lead to cancer can be detected early enough through “MoT-style blood tests” then specific drug treatments can begin for the early stage cancer. (UK Wellcome Trust Scientific Research Team of the ICGC) Clearly stated, the hope and goal of their findings are to develop and test on their human lab-rats “more” drugs which, historically have shown to exacerbate existing conditions while creating brand new ones, all while growing fat pockets for the pharmaceutical industry. The Notion of Genetic Cancer Proven Unequivocally False As you may have not heard, Dr. Weinberg reversed his original theory 12 years ago after discovering that less than one DNA base in a million appeared to have been miscopied, concluding that not enough defect existed to cause cell mutation. His exact words: “Something was very wrong. The notion that a cancer developed through the successive activation of a series of oncogenes had lost its link to reality”. More recently, in 2005, the directors of the world’s largest cancer research center in Houston, Texas, announced that cancer’s prime cause is not genetic. Despite the magnitude of these reports, they’ve been widely overlooked by the mainstream media, leaving most in the dark as to the cause, cure and prevention of a disease that killed 7.6 million people worldwide in 2007 (The American Cancer Society). The Notoriously Illusive Cure Reflect over your lifetime as to how many times you can recall hearing reports of Millions of dollars in grant money being awarded for cancer research. I’ve personally seen unfathomable amounts of money poured into projects like these; yet, where’s the cure, where are the effective prevention methods, where are the answers? Hundreds of people are receiving new cancer diagnosis everyday. What other profession can you name that is paid millions of dollars and consistently fails its mission over and over again? I can’t name one. 80
Studies published leading people to believe “the genetic code of cancer has been cracked” and that “scientists are on the brink of a cure” serve to give hope (albeit false) for a “someday” cure. In actuality their design is to drive large amounts of money in the form of donations, grants and fundraisers to fund more research and develop new drugs to saturate people with. Prescription drugs weren’t designed to cure illness or disease; at best they provide temporary relief, but ultimately, history has shown them to exacerbate existing conditions. And if history shows that drugs aren’t the solution (which it does), then why continue spending millions of tax payer dollars to fund “false hope” research in search of new drugs? I suspect that “fear” drives most of this and the cancer industry is well aware of the trump card called “fear.” The Cause, Cure, and Prevention of Cancer – Yes There IS Hope Prevention is always better than cure and is in fact the key to conquering cancer. Based on the 1966 discovery of one of the great Biochemists of the 20th century, Dr. Otto Warburg along with detailed experiments, verified numerous times by scientists, the prime cause of cancer was shown to be the inhibition of cellular respiration (hypoxia) to the degree of at least 35%. Clinical researcher Dr. Amid Habib confirms that because no “cancer cell” exists, the disease can be prevented if the full capacity of cellular respiration is kept in tact. Researchers found that Essential Fatty Acids (EFA’s), which are highly oxygen absorbing entities, actually make it possible for enough oxygen to reach the cells via cell membranes. Consumption of two primary EFA’s – Omega 6 and Omega 3 allow the body to manufacturer any supplemental EFA derivatives it might need. Studies found that exercise alone wasn’t enough to keep oxygen deprivation at the cellular level below the 35% mark; due to the fact that the enriched supply of oxygen to the blood doesn’t transfer oxygen into the cell membrane, showing why some athletes still develop cancer. Research then began looking into what environmental and/or dietary factors would cause a cell to become oxygen deficient to the degree of 35%. It was shown that consumption of genetically modified polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs) which incorporates into cell membranes, interfering with cellular oxygen transmission is a fundamental cause of cancer. If undamaged omega 6 isn’t fed to the brain, organs and muscles, the body will have no other choice but to use damaged EFAs like polyunsaturated fatty acids, causing cellular de-oxygenation. And when the body’s omega-6 supply is less than what’s required, the body will prioritize delivery, supplying the organs it considers most vital first: the brain, heart, lungs, and kidneys. The work and research of Johanna Budwig, a German scientist and biochemist brought about a scientific revolution connecting the relationship between cancer research and fat metabolism. Yet, most of her work has gone unnoticed by conventional medicine as they continue to propagate the gene theory of cancer. Could it be because something as intricate as “gene therapy” let’s them offthe-hook and thus enables them to continue to request millions of research dollars and give us mile-markers such as “research will take 5-10 years”? How many times have we heard this? Marching to a Different Drummer Regardless of the public’s dedication to what the conventional medical community teaches in regards to preventing and treating cancer, the continued rise over the last 40 years is a clear sign of the cancer industry’s ineffectiveness and possible unwillingness to admit that past and current research is not providing the answers that are needed to cure cancer. The definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results. We have had at least 40 years of “insanity”. Despite the magnitude of research such as that of Dr. Budwig, it remains largely unknown to the public, irrespective of the fact that no scientist or expert in the field has ever disproven the work. The good news although is that a precancerous cell which has a lower degree 81
of oxygen inhibition can be prevented from permanently becoming cancerous if oxygen deficiency is stopped early enough. Quotes by Dr. Johanna Budwig from Cancer The Problem And The Solution “….everything is to no avail if a person’s normal respiration is cut off by fats that have incorrectly been made to have a long shelf life, i.e. that hinder oxygen absorption….Pseudo oils e.g. poly oils made to have a long shelf life disturb the healing process…Cancer is a disease of the entire body. In therapy the entire life process must be given the possibility to heal and to overcome the cancer disease.” One scientist in the USA, a professor of natural science published: “Our society is sacrificing itself on the altar of pseudo-science if it does not want to ultimately acknowledge what is being offered to people as edible fat. We cannot avoid this issue.” “Fats are the substances that govern all life phenomena, which responsibly participate for orderly vital function, growth and absorption of the sun. Vitamins, trace elements, etc. off no aid to a person IF he has been harmed by consuming the wrong fats. We must recognize the reason for the damage if we want to help this person.” “The dependence on the acid-base balance discussed so often today, this balance will only be restored if highly unsaturated fats are restored as the natural basis in the vital function in the blood and in the lymph of the person, through a natural supply of natural seed oils with the highly unsaturated fats. All other functions are important and remain important, but the base disturbance must be resolved.” Sources: http://www.medscape.com/viewarticle/551998 http://www.icgc.org/ http://www.nature.com/nature/journal/v458/n7239/full/nature07943.html http://www.townsendletter.com/AugSept2007/efaoxy0807.htm http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/c/chronic/stats-country.htm http://www.cancer.org/docroot/NWS/content/NWS_1_1x_ACS_Report_Puts_Global_Cancer_Death_Rate_at_76 _Million.asp http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8414124.stm Dr. Loretta Lanphier is a longtime naturopathic doctor, the owner of Oasis Advanced Wellness and a comoderator of the Yahoo Health Group focused on cancer, Oleandersoup.
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Does Chemo & Radiation Actually Make Cancer More Malignant? by Sayer Ji
Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the developed world, and yet we are still in the dark ages when it comes to treating and understanding it. The colossal failure of conventional cancer treatments reflects a fundamental misunderstanding of what cancer – the “enemy” – actually is. For one, chemotherapy and radiotherapy are both intrinsically carcinogenic treatments. The only justification for their use, in fact, is that they are highly effective at damaging the DNA within cells – with the hope that the cancer cells will be more susceptible to being harmed than the healthy ones. The reality, however, is that the “collateral damage” from treatment is inevitable; it is not a matter of “if,” but to what degree the damaging side effects will occur. As in real modern warfare, the decision to strike is often based on deciding how much collateral damage to “civilian” populations is deemed acceptable. This is not unlike the fixation in toxicological risk assessments for drugs, environmental pollutants, food additives, etc., where determining “an acceptable level of harm” (is that not oxymoronic?) to the exposed population is the first order of business. The DNA-damaging, or genotoxic effects of chemotherapy and radiotherapy, according to the prevailing wisdom, are the #1 cause of cancer initiation and promotion. This is known as the “Mutational Theory” of cancer, and has been the dominant explanation for half a century. Therefore it is absolutely disconcerting that the standard of care in cancer treatment today is still the use of genotoxic agents versus substances that are able to selectively harm the “bad” cells, leaving the “good” ones intact; which is also known as “selective cytotoxicty,” and is a property characteristic of natural anti-cancer compounds and whole plant extracts. Nowhere is this more clearly demonstrated than in the case of fruit-derived compounds, such as graviola, where research indicates that fruit extract may be up to 10,000 times more effective at killing certain cancer cells versus adriamycin — not so affectionately named the “red devil” for its lethal side effects — and is highly selective in which cells it kills. Take the cancer drug tamoxifen, for example. It is classified by the World Health Organization and the American Cancer Society as a human carcinogen, and can cause over two dozen healthdestroying side effects, and yet it is still being used as a first line treatment for certain types of breast cancer. Does that really make sense? Even if tamoxifen was effective (which increasingly it is not), does it really matter if it “cures” breast cancer only to cause endometrial or liver cancer (which is often far more deadly than breast cancer) as a direct result of the treatment? Tamoxifen and chemotherapy resistance is increasingly a problem. In the same way that certain pathogenic bacteria become resistant to antibiotics – even becoming stronger after being challenged with them – drug resistance and multi-drug resistance to chemo agents is the canary in the coal mine, indicating the entire paradigm, hinged as it is on patented, highly toxic chemicals, is rearing to collapse. Similarly, radiotherapy is known to induce secondary cancers, along with a wide range of serious adverse effects. A woman whose breast is irradiated is more likely to develop lung cancer, for instance. But its effects may actually be far worse on the primary cancer it is being used to treat. When a breast tumor is exposed to radiation, the cells within that tumor are not uniform, but have great heterogeneity. Some of the cells are fast-replicating, whereas some are slow-replicating and benign. Some cells are older, technically senescent, and by their very existence are keeping 83
neighboring cells within the tumor and with greater potential for malignancy from breaking out into invasive growth. There are also cancer stem cells, which are technically slower-replicating and therefore less likely to be destroyed by chemotherapy or radiotherapy, and yet which are responsible for re-seeding and fueling the growth of the tumor itself. Radiotherapy has been shown to increase the survival and self-renewing capacity of these breast cancer initiating cells, which means that while a radiation treatment may initially regress a tumor, it may actually be selecting out the more radiation-resistant and aggressive subpopulation of tumor cells which ultimately lead to higher malignancy. This promotion of self-initiating cancer cells is also true for chemotherapy, of course. Incidentally, the low-dose radiation used to diagnose breast cancers in x-ray mammography is likely causing far more cancers in women over time than it is said to prevent. If you read the actual peer-reviewed medical literature on the subject you may be surprised to find that the low-dose ionizing radiation is actually far more carcinogenic (3-4 fold higher) than the highdose radiation it is often compared to in radiation risk assessments. In fact, one of the most well known breast cancer associated genes, namely, BRCA1/BRCA2, confers greater susceptibility to radiation induced breast cancer in those who have it. In other words, staying away from medical radiation, diagnostic or therapeutic, may be essential to avoid the cancer it is being used to both “prevent” and “treat.” The failure of chemotherapy can work in the same way. When you expose a diverse population of breast tumor cells to a highly toxic agent, a normal response is to become damaged to the point of dying. But cancer may not be a strict random mutation process, but an ancient survival program unmasked; that is, the cancer cell may be drawing from a far more ancient evolutionary and genetic “tool kit” which enables it to survive far harsher cellular environments, e.g. chemical exposure, low oxygen, higher availability of glucose/fructose, acidic pH, etc. and therefore the addition of highly toxic chemotherapy-type chemicals will selectively kill the weaker, and technically healthier (more benign) cells within a breast tumor, while creating the very conditions within which the malignant and more chemoresistant cancer cells may thrive. Multidrug-resistance genes and proteins are involved. When attacked by a chemical (xenobiotic) the cancer cell may “regress” and activate the genetic equipment that enables it to efficiently push out (efflux) the chemo agent being used, surviving, while its neighboring weaker (though technically more normal and healthier) cells die off. Can you see, then, how radiotherapy and chemotherapy may be responsible for driving a cancer into greater malignancy, at the very moment that it is harming the rest of the body, compromising the immune system (damage to the bone marrow and direct harm to the immune cells)? The incurability of pancreatic cancer vis-à-vis chemotherapy and radiation, therefore, may reflect how the standard treatments themselves are driving the patient into premature death. When the average pancreatic cancer patient (using most chemo and radiation protocols) lives no more than 6 months, do we say that the cancer killed them, or the treatments? Standard operating procedures is to write off the patients death as being “caused” by an “exceptionally aggressive” form of cancer, rather than to admit that the very treatments may have transformed a relatively slow growing tumor into a rapidly proliferating and invasive one. Think of it this way: if you were being blasted with chemicals and radiation, and you were seeing your neighbors dropping like flies, would you relocate? Can you, therefore, blame a subpopulation of tumor cells, having survived chemotherapy and radiotherapy while it’s neighboring cells did not, moving to another tissue – say, bone, or brain – in order to survive? Cancer, after all, is something our body does (and likely to survive) and not something that happens to it, as if the genes in our body just went off one day like a cancer time-bomb, fatalistically predetermined by the less than perfect genes we inherited from our predecessors. Given the likelihood that the conventional cancer industry is often not only failing to improve the quality and length of the lives of those who it treats, but quite the opposite, reducing the quality and 84
length of their lives, the time has come to look for safe, effective, affordable, inexpensive and accessible alternatives to patented chemicals and ionizing radiation in the prevention and treatment of cancer. And the solution may be as close to us as our kitchen spice racks:
The Case For Turmeric While US law presently forbids the medicinal use of natural substances, turmeric has been used in ancient Indian medicine for thousands of years, and curcumin, which gives the spice its golden hue, is one of the most extensively studied natural compounds of all time, with 4,588 references to studies performed on it on the National Library of Medicine’s bibliographic database known as Medline [as of 2.25.2012]. Yet, despite having been shown to have therapeutic value in more than 500 diseases in animal and test tube studies, it still has not been the subject of extensive human clinical trials. As a public service GreenMedInfo.com has indexed curcumin’s anti-cancer properties in more than 50 cancers, with the top 10 most compelling cancers applications in cancer prevention and treatment listed below:
WHAT DO THE NUMBER OF ARTICLES MEAN? WHAT HAS THE ACTUAL RESEARCH SHOWN? Type of Cancer Curcumin Has Potential Value In Preventing or treating Breast Cancer Colorectal Cancer Colon Cancer Prostate Cancer Pancreatic Cancer Cancers: Drug Resistant Lung Cancer Liver Cancer Cancer Metastasis Skin Cancer Sources: curcumin
Number of Peer-Reviewed Studies Supporting Its Ther Properties 58 23 51 42 24 40 37 27 32 15
As one can see by the density of research referenced above, curcumin holds great promise. First, it has an exceedingly high margin of safety relative to conventional drugs. As an example, the dose at which it will acutely kill 50% of the animals given it is 2,000 mg/kg, whereas it only takes 115 mg/kg of 5-fluorouracil (conventional chemo agent) to produce the same effects. What is even more amazing is that it has been repeatedly demonstrated to possess both chemoprotective and chemosensitizing properties, which means that it will both enhance the positive cancer-killing effects of conventional chemotherapy, while at the same time protect healthy cells which may be susceptible to being harmed by chemotherapy. GreenMedInfo.com contains 57 studies on its chemosensitizing properties and 70 on its chemoprotective properties for reference. As if this wasn’t impressive enough, it also has profound radioprotective and radiosensitizing properties. Radioprotective substances protect the healthy cells in the body from being damaged by radiotherapy, and radiosensitizing substances help the radiation kill the cancer cells, making them “more sensitive” to the radiation treatments. GreenMedInfo contains 15 studies on curcumin’s radiosensitizing properties and 23 studies on its radioprotective properties. Given this growing and compelling body of research, should not curcumin be considered for use in cancer treatment? And if not as a first-line treatment, then at the very least as an adjuvant in integrative cancer care? About the author: 85
Sayer Ji is the founder and chair of GreenMedInfo.com. His writings have been published in the Wellbeing Journal, the Journal of Gluten Sensitivity, and his research has been featured on numerous websites, including Mercola.com, Reuters.com, NaturalNews.com, Infowars.com, GaryNull.com, ActivistPost.com, and Care2.com.
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Radiation treatments create cancer stem cells 30 times more potent than regular cancer cells In a recent groundbreaking study published in the peer reviewed journal Stem Cells, researchers at UCLA's Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center Department of Oncology found that, despite killing half of all tumor cells per treatment, radiation treatments on breast cancer transforms other cancer cells into cancer stem cells which are vastly more treatment-resistant than normal cancer cells. The new study is yet another blow to the failed and favored mainstream treatment paradigm of trying to cut out, poison out or burn out cancer symptoms (tumors) instead of actually curing cancer. Senior study author Dr. Frank Pajonk, associate professor of radiation oncology at the Jonsson Center, reported that induced breast cancer stem cells (iBCSC) "were generated by radiationinduced activation of the same cellular pathways used to reprogram normal cells into induced pluripotent stem cells (iPS) in regenerative medicine." Pjonk, who is also a scientist with the Eli and Edythe Broad Center of Regenerative Medicine at UCLA, added "It was remarkable that these breast cancers used the same reprogramming pathways to fight back against the radiation treatment." In the new study, Pajonk and his team irradiated normal non-stem cell cancer cells and placed them into mice. Through a unique imaging system, the researchers observed the cells differentiate into iBCSC in response to radiation treatments. Pjonk reported that the newly generated cells were remarkably similar to non-irradiated breast cancer stem cells. The team of researchers also found that the radiation-induced stem cells had a more than 30-fold increased ability to form tumors compared with non-irradiated breast cancer cells. Despite all the billions of dollars spent on cancer, the 40 year "war on cancer" has been a losing one by any honest evaluation. One hundred years ago, anywhere from 1 in 50 to perhaps 1 in 100 people could be expected to develop cancer. Now it is estimated that 1 in every 2 men and 1 in every 3 women will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetimes. Despite more people around the world developing cancer and dying from cancer every year, mainstream medicine continues to cling to failed treatments which more often than not fail to eliminate the cancer and help cancer spread and return more aggressively than ever. Notably, two of the three major mainstream cancer treatments - radiation and chemo - are themselves highly carcinogenic. One might think that the new study provided ample reasons to rethink using radiation. However, the study authors looked at the results as an opportunity to continue and enhance the use of radiation by finding ways to control the cell differentiation. What the scientists failed to note is that natural alternatives have already been found which prevent the development of cancer stem cells. As just one example, a University of Michigan study in 2010 found that a compound in broccoli and broccoli sprouts had the ability to target cancer stem cells. The researchers failed to note how cancer cells fought against unnatural treatments. They also failed to take into account the mounting evidence that the best way to beat cancer as well as avoid it is to build and enhance our natural first line of defense - our immune system. The safest and most effective way to enhance the natural immune system and fight cancer in 87
general is by working with nature. It is also by far the least expensive way, and therein likely lies the rub. You can't patent and profit from nature like you can with mainstream drugs and treatments.
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Chemo Does Not Cure: Often It Inflicts Damage and Spreads Cancer For years now, many of us who advocate natural health and natural approaches to beating cancer have warned against the dangers and the ineffectiveness of chemotherapy. The following report presented at the 27th Annual San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium illustrates how chemo actually spreads cancer cells, as well as points out how little we are being told about the dangers of chemo: "German investigators from Friedrich-Schiller University in Jena, have shown that taxol (the "gold standard of chemo") causes a massive release of cells into circulation. "Such a release of cancer cells would result in extensive metastasis months or even years later, long after the chemo would be suspected as the cause of the spread of the cancer. This little known horror of conventional cancer treatment needs to be spread far and wide, but it is not even listed in the side effects of taxol." As has oft been stated, chemo does not cure cancer - it merely attempts to eliminate the tumors and cancer cells that are symptoms of the underlying causes of cancer, and does so with little success and great risks. In some instances it may appear to eliminate tumors and cancer cell masses, though most often it merely destroys some of the cancer cells. In the process, it often inflicts a very high price. Besides spreading cancer cells, chemo inflicts serious and perhaps irreversible damage to the immune system, the body's natural first line of defense against cancer and other illness - thus paving the way for the remaining cancer cells or future cancers to overwhelm a body that is even less able to beat the cancer that got past the immune system in the first place. Chemo also frequently results in serious and even fatal damage, and major organs are also damaged, particularly the liver - which as cancer pioneer Max Gerson observed is always impaired to begin in those who get cancer. The heart is also frequently seriously damaged. To see just how abysmal chemo has performed for virtually all cancers other than Hodgkin's and Testicular cancer, look at this chart from a recent study:
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The end result is that chemo kills more patients than it "cures". Most of those deaths are the result of liver or heart failure. As the above chart indicates, the five year survival rate due to chemo is only 2.1% (a similar study in Australia found the rate to be only 2.3%). Thus on average fewer than 3% of patients who who opted for chemo survived longer than did those who opted to not undergo chemo. But even that meager statistic is misleading in two key ways: First of all, though survival rates are slightly higher for the first couple of years compared to those who opted out of chemo, after the third year the survival rate for those who opted out is greater than those who were treated with chemo and the gap widens significantly every year after that. Secondly, and perhaps most important of all, the survival rates compare all of those who either undergo chemotherapy or decide against it. That includes the very large number of people who do little or nothing to address their cancer naturally and merely forego chemo. If chemo survival rates were compared with those of people who not only opted out of chemo, but also chose a noninvasive natural protocol to eliminate the toxins and other causes of cancer, to boost their immune systems and to attack the cancer naturally without inflicting damage to the rest of the body, there would surely be no comparison. You can bet that it is a comparison the cancer industry never wants to make.
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Chemo targets cancer cells which were already dying In a study recently published online in the journal Science, researchers have found that cancer cells best targeted by chemo are already on the verge of self-destruction. Researchers found that cancer cells that are closer to threshold for programmed death via apoptosis are more susceptible to chemotherapy and that cancer cells which have yet to reach that stage are much more resistant. “Many chemotherapy agents work by damaging structures within cancer cells, particularly DNA and microtubules [tiny tubes used for a variety of cell functions],” reported the study’s senior author, Anthony Letai, MD, PhD, of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute which conducted the study. “When the damage becomes so extensive it can’t be repaired, the cells initiate a process known as apoptosis, in which they sacrifice themselves to avoid passing the damage on to their descendants.” The researchers reported that they had found a way to profile cancers according to how close the cancer cells were to death which could help determine which ones might be most susceptible to chemo drugs. However, the study also appears to show that oftentimes chemo at best merely speeds the process of cellular death which every healthy cell is programmed to do. The study thus raises some important questions about the use of chemotherapy. For example, would those cancer cells that respond to chemotherapy have died naturally anyway? And, if chemotherapy mostly only hastens a natural process, is it worth damaging healthy cells and organs and going through the debilitating effects of deadly chemo drugs? As this author has previously reported, chemo does not cure cancer to begin with and often chemo spreads cancer or causes damage which kills the patient before the cancer can.
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Dying cancer patients are being milked of every last dollar Recent studies and reports have revealed that terminal cancer patients are frequently given harsh chemotherapy drugs and radiation treatments long after they have been diagnosed as hopeless. In many instances such treatments continue up until the moment of death. As a result, many cancer patients are subjected to needless expense and suffering and little time is left for alternative treatments that otherwise might have saved their lives. The Oncologist reported that about one in five dying cancer patients are given chemotherapy within 14 days of their deaths. The report also stated that one-third of terminal cancer patients are not sent to a hospice until they have less than three days left to live. Last year, Virginia Commonwealth Massey reported that 25% of Medicare expenses for terminal cancer patients are spent in their final month. A study published in the journal Cancer found that radiation treatments were given to 91 percent of dying cancer patients. Half of those patients spent more than 60 percent of their remaining lifespan undergoing radiation treatments and most were unable to complete their treatments because they died. The study also found that rather than reducing pain, most often the treatments actually increased pain. Perhaps those figures help explain some other disconcerting figures about cancer treatment in the United States. For example, the United States spends twice as much per person for cancer care for the same results as other countries that spend less. Another example is the fact that oncologist salaries have increased 86% in the past 10 years even though the number of patient visits has increased by only 12%. Notably, the large majority of most oncologists' income is derived from markups on chemo drugs. Far too often there may be an even darker side to doctors hanging on to cancer patients they had given up on besides the needless suffering and expense: preventing the chance of a cure outside mainstream treatments. Though not recognized by mainstream medicine, natural and alternative cancer treatments are often successful when mainstream medicine has admitted defeat. However, the longer a person is kept on mainstream treatments the less chance they have of finding success with alternative treatments. Radiation destroys the immune system, especially the bone marrow that lies at the very heart of the immune system. It is the immune system which heals cancer and keeps it at bay - not radiation or chemotherapy drugs which merely treat the symptoms (tumors) of cancer. Radiation and chemo alike often inflict major damage on healthy cells and organs, further weakening the body and in many instances causing damage so severe that it ends up killing the patient. In many forms of forms of cancer more patients die of liver and heart failure than are saved by chemo or radiation. Part of the problem is oncologists' reluctance to tell patients if and when they have been diagnosed as terminal. Instead, many patients continue to hear optimistic reports about "response rates", "tumor reductions" and "cancer control", as they have from the outset. Left untold is that their oncologist has determined that their cancers are beyond their ability to control or cure. Another problem is the willingness of insurance companies and Medicare to pay for hopeless treatments long after the doctors have given up hope. The biggest problem, however, is doctors 92
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Another take on cancer and disease prevention (as posted on Wilderness Family Naturals) Most if not all sickness and disease comes from two root causes: 1. Toxins continually entering the body a. Every cell in our body uses energy from our food along with oxygen to "live" and do their job. Products of metabolism are toxic to our bodies. The liver and the kidneys are the major organs of purification. If these organs become overloaded or weakened, there will be more toxins coming in than leaving. b. As pathogens increase in our body, they add to the metabolic waste products. This increases the load on our organs of purification. As we become weaker and more toxic, the amount of pathogenic organisms in our bodies increases. c. The water we drink (especially if we live in cities or farming communities) the food we eat (especially if we eat prepared foods, prepackaged foods, and processed foods) the lotions, deodorants, make-up, toothpaste, hair color and permanent solutions, etc. we expose ourselves to all need to be detoxified by the liver and eliminated by the kidneys or dumped into the large intestine. Without protective agents these chemicals are very destructive to the body. d. Processed and refined sugars, poor digestion, and a lack of normal flora mixed with the mucosal lining of the large intestine create a layer or tube kind of like a rubber tire along the lining of the large intestine. This makes a wonderful place for pathogens to thrive and toxins to pool. Toxins can no longer be purged out through the large intestine. The toxins your body tries to dump just get reabsorbed. 2.
Nutrients eaten rarely meet the requirements of the body a. They estimate our food supply today gives us 85% less nutrients that the same foods supplied in the early 1900's. The soils of today are terribly depleted in trace minerals and healthy microorganisms. b. Most people do not eat nutrient dense food. There are lots of refined, processed foods consumed today. There are no "superfoods", no raw animal products. Foods that deplete our bodies of needed nutrients are consumed rather than foods that build us up and nourish.
Most people live under the above scenario for decades until they suddenly drop dead from a heart attack, are diagnosed with cancer, suffer a stroke, can no longer move without painful arthritis, or are rushed to the hospital with appendicitis, are told they have Crohn's disease, lupus, etc. How the Body Struggles and What Happens 94
1. Toxins build up in the body. These interfere with normal chemical processes in the body. 2. Important minerals and vitamins needed by the body are not there to protect or repair cells. They are not there to help with normal processes. The body does not run efficiently. 3. Meats, most grains, and all processed foods have an acidic reaction in the body. All bodies with serious illnesses like cancer and heart disease are acidic. 4. The acidic environment creates a low oxygen environment in the cells. Pathogens like the low oxygen environment. So do cancer cells. The immune system functions well in a more alkaline environment. It functions poorly in an acidic environment. Pathogens flourish in a body that is acidic and has lower oxygen in the cells. Pathogens struggle if we become alkaline and increase the oxygen at the cellular level. 5. The high amount of toxins and pathogens and the low amount of nutrient intake causes the thyroid gland to become under active. Approximately 80% of people in the US have under active thyroids. The thyroid gland is the "master gland" of the body. 6. A less active thyroid means all the other organs and glands are less active. Less digestive enzymes are created by the digestive glands. The diet has also caused friendly bacteria to die off. So there is no help in digestion and fewer nutrients are being absorbed into the body. The immune system functions at half speed. The metabolism of cells is slowed. A person is tired all the time, is bothered by the cold, their hair thins, etc. 7. The lining of the large intestine becomes coated with old fecal material, undigested food, and mucus. This creates an environment that pathogens love and does not allow toxins to be purged from the body. 8. Finally, the body does not have the raw materials it needs yet has more waste products and toxins than it can manage. The body is now working at half speed and on a down hill spiral until it runs into something it cannot handle. It is not until people reach this point that they realize something is wrong. The top 3 leading causes of death in America #1 Leading Cause of Death: Heart Disease • Always have high toxins • Always have pathogens, especially in the "gut" and they have a seriously "leaky gut" • Lack healthy normal flora • Pour nutrient uptake (digestion) Very low in vitamins and minerals, especially the anti oxidant vitamins. • Always have low oxygen to the tissues 95
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Heart disease has been the leading cause of death since the early 1950's. In 1911 this way of dying was totally unknown. In 1926 it was written about as a new phenomenon. From 1926-1939 the cause of deaths per million in England went from 47 per million to 476 per million. By 1950 it was the leading cause of death. This correlates with the take over of the fats and oils market by unsaturated fats (predominately soybean oil) which replaced traditional saturated fats in the diet, pasteurized milk and the increase in processed foods. Vitamin E, C and A stores (these are anti oxidants) in the body are greatly decreased when unsaturated fats are used because the unsaturated fats are much less stable and easily form free radicals which are toxic to the body. These same anti-oxidant vitamins greatly effect the heart and the circulatory system, lowering the oxygen requirements of the cells, increasing circulation, protecting the body from free radicals, and decreasing blood "stickiness." #2 Leading Cause of Death: Cancer • Always have high toxins • Always have under active thyroids • Always have pathogens • Always lack healthy normal flora in the digestive tract • Always have low oxygen to the cells • Always have an acidic pH to their bodies • Always have low nutrients in the body and no anti-oxidant reserves • Always have compromised digestion I have heard from someone in the pharmaceutical system that their information shows them that 1 out of every 1.5 people will die from cancer by the year 2012. Deaths from cancer are on the increase. #3 Leading cause of death: Diabetes and diabetes-related complications • Always have high toxins • Always have under active thyroids • Always have pathogens (pathogens thrive in the high sugar content in the blood stream) • Always lack healthy normal flora in the digestive tract • Always have low oxygen to the cells • Always have an acidic pH to their bodies • Always have low nutrients in the body (especially anti-oxidants) • Always have compromised digestion People with diabetes generally die of heart disease or cancer if the diabetes does not get them first. Do you see a pattern? So what is one to do to retrace their steps and recover? 96
Retracing Your Steps: Clean up: • food (chemical free, preservative free, nutrient dense) • air (fumes, smog, smoke, chemicals) • water (the cleanest you can get) • body ( get rid of toxins and pathogens) • cleanse the colon • get rid of mercury amalgam fillings, aluminum pots and pans, and other sources of heavy metal poisoning • do not use commercial lotions, aftershave, deodorants, soaps, hair spray, cleansers, etc. (these all get absorbed by the body). Nourish your body: • nutrient dense food (especially fresh or lightly cooked veggies & fruits) • alkalinize: Eat at least 80% of your diet in fresh or lightly cooked or sauteed veggies and fruits, and kefir. Wild rice, buckwheat, millet, amaranth and quinoa are the only grains that are alkaline forming. Eat 20% of foods that are acid forming and high in protein. These foods consist of foods like meats, the rest of the grains, eggs, and dairy. At first you may not want to have any acid forming foods at all and gradually you should be able to add them back in as you recover. • green foods • pro-biotics Exercise to: • increase oxygen to the cells • stimulate circulation to cells • stimulate immune system • stimulate and increase metabolism Exercise is hard to do at first, but do what ever you can and you will gradually be able to do more and more as you recover. Recap: • Stop allowing the "bad stuff" into your body o Eliminate as many toxins and pollutants as you can from entering through your lungs and your skin. o Get rid of your mercury amalgam filling and any other toxic dental work you have in your mouth o Eliminate toxins and pollutants from your diet. This means pesticides, herbicides, • Clean out the stored toxins in your body o After eliminating mercury and other metals from the mouth use Metal-X or other chelating agent to eliminate toxic metals from the tissues o by using coconut oil, green foods, Spirulina, chlorella, cilantro, burdock root and other herbs (like the ones above), alpha lipoic acid, alkalinizing, etc these 97
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Nutrition—A Cancer Battle Plan Updated and revised
This is the most difficult article we’ve had to write for this edition. Why? You ask. The experts hardly agree on anything. Here are a just a few of their disagreements: Reports from the Orient show the cancer fighting properties of fermented soy products, but Dr Balch in Prescriptions for Nutritional Healing advises against soy products because they interfere with enzymatic action (wrong: do not eat raw soy; the interfering enzymes are destroyed in the fermentation process), while breast cancer experts sit on both sides of the soy garden, some saying they are safe while the others say avoid soy products completely (we recommend ONLY fermented soy products). Some diets recommend salt, some, like the Gerson Therapy, recommend a salt free high potassium diet. If you are juice fasting, Dr Richard Schulze calls for lots of water: "Fasting is flushing." However, Gerson advises against any water because he feels that the stomach must be as empty as possible to digest the juices and soups. Chicken (skinless) can be found on some cancer diets, except at the Livingston Foundation Medical Center, for her book, The Conquest of Cancer, dedicates an entire chapter to the carcinogenic aspects of chicken: "Chicken: Cancer in Every Pot." She admits that free range or organic chickens are better, but still should be avoided. Though most diets call for a strictly vegetarian approach, Gerson cooks the bulk of his vegetables, while most others call for live foods, and then there is Dr Nicholas J Gonzalez out of New York whose diets are prepared on an individual basis with some calling for fatty red meats depending on the patients metabolism and biochemistry. We could go on for hours, but we’ll end these arguments and try to glean for you the best advice from all the experts. However, because of the differing opinions concerning cancer and nutrition, this advice is information only. We cannot create a menu specifically for you, but your doctor and nutritionist can. Please note that if someone designs a diet specifically for you without a thorough assessment of your own particular blood chemistry, you are engaging in quackery. Only general guidelines can be advised without a thorough assessment. A thorough assessment of one’s body chemistry is the only way to design a specific meal plan. The best nutritional advice so far has come to us from the Center for Advancement in Cancer Education in Pennsylvania. They have put together a cancer battle plan from the best of all nutritional advice and we will give it to you here. The Center for Advancement in Cancer Education can send you a slough of information, papers, books, audio and video tapes, to aid you in your struggle. They need your support through donations and fees charged for their information, and can be contacted at (610) 642-4810. First we will give you general guidelines, followed by in depth information of a diet to fight cancer. 99
To begin, we must warn you that a dramatic change in your diet can dump dangerously large amounts of cellular waste into your blood stream, therefore you must detoxify your system before and during the initial stages of your diet. However, most people’s idea of detoxification is to buy a detox tea. This is wrong and dangerous. There is a proper way to detox, and you must read the article "Cleaning House" before you attempt it. "Cleaning House" is the most important article you will read at this web site. Dr Richard Schulze told us that in his clinical experience, 80% of all maladies, whether chronic acne, psoriasis, arthritis, or cancer, cleared up within two weeks of detoxifying the colon only. Read that article.
The Principles of a Cancer Diet The Center for Advancement in Cancer Education puts it simply: low fat (a low fat diet lowers "bad" estrogen levels in women), low animal protein, high fiber, high enzyme diet whose acid/alkaline balance approaches a ratio of 1:4, eliminating heavily refined, highly heated, over-processed, artificial, and chemically adulterated foods. In other words, organic, unprocessed or minimally processed foods. However, there is a problem here in that the Mediterranean diet is high in fat and breast cancer rates are lower there. So it is not just fat, but the types of fats we are interested in here. Olive oil is contains essential acids as does flax oil. Diets low in fat can kill a cancer patient. PMGs that promote cells to stop this crazy out-of-control growth needs to work with fats. For more information on PMGs click here. Also keep in mind the condition of the animal who's fat you are about to consume. Butter from an organically raised cow is so much better for you than butter from conventionally raised cows.
What Else to Eliminate Coffee, tea (with too much caffeine), sugar, white flour, white rice, milk, oils (except olive oil), liquor, fried food, meat from animals that have been raised with hormones or antibiotics, citrus (one or two oranges is maximum), vitamins that are not indicated for you specifically, refined salt (Celtic Sea Salt® Brand has been given the ok by many naturopaths and nutritionists), cocoa, over-processed foods, foods with additives and drugs (these include all over-the-counter remedies, i.e., pain relievers, antacids, cough and cold medicines). Keep in mind that these are just general guidelines. Some people actually need coffee to counteract the alcohol created by their pancreas. Some people need animal proteins. Some need citrus. Only a thorough chemical analysis can tell you specifically what to eat and what to avoid. However, everyone with cancer should avoid all sugars and any foods containing partially hydrogenated oils (which means you must learn to read labels as the food industry is slowly slipping these fats into nearly everything: frozen foods, cream soups, cocoas, cheese products, you name it). A special note on sugar: CANCER LOVES SUGAR. Your oncologist knows this, yet most feed their patients cookies and Ensure®. Click here to learn what your doctor knows, but refuses/forgets to tell you: SUGAR.
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Raw vegetables and vegetable juices, fruit (fresh and dried but rehydrated—avoid sulphurated), whole grains, lightly cooked vegetables, sweet potatoes, white potatoes, beans, yogurt and kefir, small amounts of organically raised meat, small amounts of poached fish, nuts and/or nut milks, herb teas, vegetable soup, and cruciferous vegetables. Cancer experts recommend a 70% raw food diet (uncooked), however, others seem to feel that 50% is recommended. Check with your own nutritionist. Another reason for eating organic foods is of special interest to women wanting to prevent or fight breast cancer. Pesticides mimic the action of estrogen in your body in that they can lock onto receptors in the your breasts and stimulate cell division. Even small amounts of pesticides can be dangerous to women, because they tend to concentrate to high levels in fat cells, and breasts are comprised mostly of fat cells.
Enzymes Any biochemist will tell you, that when the body is creating digestive enzymes, it is too busy to create other enzymes that support your immune system. Adding enzymes to your diet keeps your organs from becoming overstressed and helps them to protect your immune system. •
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All of the above recommendations and name brand products came to us from the Center for Advancement in Cancer Education. Again, you will want to check with your nutritionist.
Food Purchasing and Preparation Use only fresh, organic, crisp vegetables; avoid anything wilted. Most nutritionists recommend buying only organic foods that are in season and grown locally. This is a pretty difficult order for some of us Northerners since the only thing that grows in winter here are icicles, and a diet of bean sprouts we’ve sprouted near a window can get rather tedious. Prepare your veggies and eat them immediately. Do not put leftovers in the refrigerator. Once a vegetable has been sliced, its vitamins and enzymes begin to degenerate. So prepare what you need and toss out your leftovers. Second best to fresh, is frozen. Freeze your own organic veggies. Do not microwave or use a pressure cooker. Use steel, glass, or ceramic (not imported) cooking pots. Veggies can be lightly steamed, gently sautéed, or baked. Gerson recommends cooking veggies very slowly in their own juices with no added water.
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Food Combining There is a lot of controversy surrounding food combining, however, we will give you here the information supplied to us by those on the side of food combining. Combining foods improperly causes complete digestion to take longer, tires you out, and can allow foods to ferment leading to purtrification of the colon, which leads to toxins entering the blood stream. Because fruit should not rest long in your stomach, fruit should always be eaten alone or before meals. Here are a few more simple rules about fruits: •
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Rules for veggies, proteins, carbohydrates, and fats: Eat veggies with carbohydrates or with proteins, but never mix proteins with carbohydrates (no meat and potatoes). Meats should never be cooked in fats. Remember, your carbohydrates are: breads, corn, dried beans & peas, grains and cereals, pasta, potatoes, pumpkin, squash, and yams.
Detox Your Life Although this might not seem related to diet, what we take in our bodies comes from the air we breathe, the lotions we put in our hair and on our skin, and the foods and liquids we consume. We are immersed in a sea of antigens, chemicals and toxins that put a relentless strain on our immune systems. If the food you eat is going to help your body to heal, give it a head start by cleaning up your immediate environment. •
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Water filtration systems: the best seem to be the reverse osmosis type. Avoid all chlorinated or fluoridated water. Some recommend adding two drops of bleach to the 102
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Food grade Hydrogen Peroxide (30%): have some on hand in your refrigerator. It is strong and should be treated as a dangerous substance (a splash in your eyes can cause blindness). Mix up a three percent solution, the instructions are on the bottle. Put some in a spray bottle. Use it to clean up any meat drippings. Wash your veggies in it, or spray and rinse.
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Call Greenpeace and ask for their pamphlet Stepping Lightly on the Earth— Everyone’s Guide to Toxics in the Home. And send them a donation. Or get a copy of The Cure for All Cancers, by Hulda Clark, PhD, ND. It is filled with suggestions for detoxifying your life.
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General Guidelines Most of the following guidelines have been created by the Center for Advancement in Cancer Education, though we’ve thrown in a few others we’ve found in our research.
Vegetables A minimum of fifty percent of your diet should be veggies. The ratio of raw to cooked should range from 50:50 to 70:30 (70% raw, 30% lightly cooked). Raw vegetables give you the enzymes you need, but an entirely raw diet is inadvisable since there are some tough fibrous walls that need to be broken down to get to the nutrition, and this can put a strain on your digestive system. Another way to break down raw foods and make them more assimilable is to grate them, or run them through a food processor. However, you will have to eat them as soon as they are processed, because they begin to degenerate very quickly. 103
Fresh vegetable juices are a must. The best cancer fighting juice is carrot juice. It is high in beta-carotene and high in alpha-carotene, an often ignored nutrient, though thought by many experts to be ten times more powerful than beta-carotene. Some nutritionists recommend sprouts either juiced or whole, however, the Gerson Institute strongly recommends against them because, in their experience, sprouts interfere with the action of your enzymes. Include large amounts of green, leafy veggies and choices from the cabbage family (cruciferous) daily, and don’t forget the sea vegetables such as wakame, nori, kelp, kombu, hizike, and dulce. The sea veggies are great in salads (after being rehydrated and drained) or in soups.
Vinegar We should make a special note about vinegar here, for many of you will make salad dressings for your veggies. Most vinegars you purchase are destructive to your liver and digestive tract. According to Dr Norman Walker who wrote Fresh Vegetable and Fruit Juices (a must for anyone thinking of juice fasting or just making their own fresh juices), most vinegars contain only acetic acid, not a plus for a cancer diet. Apple cider vinegar contains, in addition to acetic acid, malic acid, an element of the digestive process. If you are going to use vinegar, use unpasteurized, unfiltered, organic apple cider vinegar.
Fruits Ten percent of your diet should be fruit. Eat fruit alone as a small meal or between meals, or at least one half hour before a meal, never after. They should be raw or rehydrated and preferably in season. A breakfast of fruit only is light and highly recommended by movers and shakers. Additionally, since fruit, if properly mixed, does not sit in your stomach long, it can be eaten before bedtime without causing excessive stomach acid. Keep citrus fruit to a minimum. Yes, we know how the television ads state that orange juice fights cancer, but that is prevention only. Citrus puts your body into an acidic state. Nearly all of the cancer institutes we've talked to during our research said the same thing: if you are battling cancer, keep your citrus to a minimum. Get your vitamin C from supplements.
Animal Products Limit your animal products to two or three small (2 oz.) servings per week. White fleshed fish (preferably cod, haddock, salmon, or trout), or white meat poultry are preferred. Poultry and meat should be raised free range without additional hormones, antibiotics, and pesticides. The Center for Advancement in Cancer Education recommends no red meat, however, Dr Gonzalez of New York says this depends on the person’s own biochemistry. Certainly no processed meats should be consumed. Poached or soft-boiled eggs from flax fed, free range chickens are best. Depending on who you talk to, some red meat can be permitted on a cancer diet, however, red meat is high in iron, which reacts with oxygen to create free radicals. Thus some small 104
amounts (in stir fries and soups) are recommended, along with antioxidants such as vitamin C and vitamin E.
Liquids Avoid drinking any liquids 15 minutes before a meal, and for three hours following a meal. If you must drink with your meals, our research tells us that what is best is hot green tea made with Willard Water® (can be purchased in many health food stores). A Chinese study of over 900 middle-aged individuals showed that drinking green tea cut the risk of esophageal cancer by as much as 60%. [Journal of the National Cancer Institute, June 1, 1994] The phytochemicals (chemicals from plants) in green tea most responsible for its anticancer effect are polypherols, and in addition to preventing cancer of the esophagus, are also thought to prevent cancer of the stomach, liver, skin, and lung. (Japanese men smoke more than American’s but have a lower incidence of lung cancer.) Researchers in China believe that green tea also helps to lower blood pressure and blood cholesterol, stabilize blood sugar, kill decay-causing bacteria, and block the action of many carcinogens. (Green tea extracts are now found in many health food stores.) Black tea too seems to have the same effect, however, analysis shows that there are 4 times the active compounds in green tea than black tea. Researchers at Rutgers State University showed that over a 31 week period with mice exposed to two carcinogens known trigger skin cancer, the experimental group, drinking tea, experienced 70% to 90% fewer skin cancers. Black tea worked as well as green tea, and decaffeinated teas, though showing a slightly smaller anti-cancer effect, were still significantly high. [Environmental Nutrition, November 1994] An estimated 80% of Americans walk around in a state of virtual dehydration. If you want proof, next time you are in a high-school or grade school, take a tour of one of the boys’ lavatories. Young boys have a tendency not to flush. You will find in the urinals a thick brown substance normally called urine. Because our kids drink so many caffeinated softdrinks, they are dehydrated. The color of your urine should range from clear to a light yellow. A dark yellow shows signs of dehydration, even though your throat and mouth feel just fine. For every caffeinated drink, you need to drink one more cup of water. Deepak Chopra recommends water at room temperature, eight to ten glasses per day. Others recommend ten to twelve glasses. Then again, Gerson forbids water. Check with your nutritionist. (For more on teas repudiated to fight cancer, see the article "Alternative Cancer Therapies.") Avoid caffeinated and artificial drinks (they contain fluoridated and chlorinated water), and fruit juices that have been processed or that have extra sugars added. Whole fruit juices are good in moderation (with added filtered water). Roasted cereal grain beverages (e.g., brown rice, barley) or herbal teas are recommended. Raw vegetable juices are excellent, especially carrot juice.
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Again, avoid fluoridated and chlorinated water, but keep your fluid intake up. Ice cold beverages are out. Chinese medicine reminds us that the temperature of digestion is 100º Fahrenheit. Drink your water (and other beverages) at room temperature. Hot herbal teas are also excellent, and for a primo coffee substitute, from Maharishi Ayurveda products, you may drink "Raja’s Cup" which is not only a great drink and coffee substitute, but is charged with antioxidants. Be sure to empty your bladder as soon as you feel the need to do so. Dr Frank Charles (from Natural Wellness Group in Minneapolis) reminds us that the longer urine is confined to the bladder, the more concentrated it gets. Studies show that persons who hold in their urine get bladder cancer at greater rates than those who go when the urge hits.
Grains Twenty percent of your diet should be whole grains. Avoid all refined, polished grains and flours and products made from them. Brown rice, kashi, millet, rye, buckwheat, barley, oats and oat brans, corn (on the cob or corn grits), and quinoa are recommended. Whole grain pasta can be used with limitations. For grain recipes, pick up of copy of Candia Cole’s Gourmet Grains. One important note on grains: unprocessed, whole grains, as well as seeds and nuts, contain volatile oils that can go bad quickly. It is best to keep them refrigerated or in your freezer once you’ve opened them.
Fats and Oils Most fats/oils should be kept to a minimum especially if they are human made or over processed (corn oil is deadly, margarine even more so), though you will want to get your allotment of Omega-3s. Dr Johanna Budwig has demonstrated that for proper utilization of oxygen by our cells, adequate amounts of unsaturated fatty acids must be present in our diets. (See the section on her in "Alternative Cancer Therapies.") Monounsaturates (olive and sesame seed) are highly recommended, but they must be unrefined (cold or expeller pressed) and they must be kept capped and refrigerated. Avoid heating oils; heat causes oxidation and the release of free radicals. Mayonnaise and margarine are out. Avoid trans fatty (partially hydrogenated) oils as if they were the cause of your cancer (for we are slowly discovering, they just might be the cause). In 1989, the USDA found that fish oils reduce the production of the prostaglandin E2 which has a tendency to cause appetite loss. It is this appetite loss that brings on cachexia, the wasting syndrome that causes eventual death in cancer patients.
Seeds and Nuts Five percent of your diet should be seeds and nuts. They must be consumed raw, though some say the best way to eat them is sprouted (alfalfa, radish, sunflower) though keep in mind what we've said earlier about sprouts. Because seeds and nuts can put a strain on your digestive system, when your immune system is down, you will probably want to pulverize them in a grinder and sprinkle them over soups and salads. If you do not want to strain your digestive system, avoid nuts until your immune system is responding better. 106
Seeds and nuts can be made into milk substitutes. Get a copy of Candia Cole’s Not Milk— Nut Milks. Nuts should (unless blended into drinks) be used in small amounts, with almonds, hazel nuts, and pecans being the best. No peanuts! Peanuts are not nuts, but legumes; they are considered indigestible by some, and can contain carcinogens from a very common mold often found on them.
Legumes Ten percent of your diet should be legumes and should be cooked well. Aduki, mung, kidney, navy, black, turtle, red, garbanzo, and pinto beans, as well as peas, black-eyed peas, and lentils are excellent. Fermented soy products (miso is one) are a must on a cancer diet (unless your breast cancer is estrogen receptive). Remember to combine your legumes with grains for more complete proteins.
Soups Soups are an excellent means of breaking down the fibers in veggies and getting more of their nutrients and should include a variety of veggies, seaweeds, and legumes. Miso, tamari, or bean broth can serve as a base (check with your doctor/nutritionist if your breast cancer is estrogen receptive). Get a book on making home-made vegetable soups.
Condiments Salt should be kept to a minimum; seaweeds are sold as salt substitutes. If you must use a salt, make sure it is naturally processed sea salt, tamari, or something high in potassium. Garlic is a must; Dr Schulze recommends 5-7 cloves a day, though this could upset your stomach if taken all at once. Use your judgement. Try some of the herbal seasonings at your local health food store; it won’t take long to develop a liking to them. And keep in mind that herbs from the mint family, like oregano, are great on salads and contain a goodly amount of antioxidants, as well as many other nutrients.
Where Do We Go From Here? Now that we’ve mentioned the highlights and some of the rules, we can go into more depth and discuss the whys and wherefores of the cancer diet, and point out those foods that prevent and fight cancers.
Juice Fasting If your immune system is compromised and your body is running down hill fast, there is no better quick nutritional lift than a juice fast. But you must make your juices fresh every day and drink them right away. If something is left overnight in the refrigerator, throw it out. Max Gerson recommends a juicer that comes in two parts, a grinder and a press and advises against a singular processing unit, though he doesn’t give his reasons. Others recommend some of the many juicers available on the market. You will want to juice those foods that 107
fight cancer, and if they are unpalatable, add some fruit juice to sweeten them( e.g., broccoli and pineapple). Juicing will break down the fibers and supply you with the nutrients and enzymes your body needs. Some naturopaths feel juicing is analogous to getting an IV, for your blood stream feels the benefits of drinking fresh vegetable juices within fifteen minutes. Enzymes are destroyed by cooking, and enzymatic therapy is a must on a cancer diet. (See below for more on enzymes.)
Macrobiotics The rules for a macrobiotic diet go far beyond the scope of this article, so get a book (see below under References and Further Reading). Many have found that a macrobiotic diet battles any immune system dysfunction, and there are numerous case histories of complete reversals of degenerative diseases on this diet. One of the best books on this subject is: The Cancer Prevention Diet by Michio Kushi who is considered one of the nutritional specialists in Macrobiotics.
Superfoods Any of the superfoods used on a daily basis is also highly recommended, and they can combined with your beverages and juices. They are filled with minerals, nutrients, vitamins, and chlorophyll and can help your body detoxify. Superfoods are: alfalfa, barley, and wheat grasses, spirulina, chlorella, blue green algae, and certain sea weeds.
Sugars All sugars are out (although some centers allow the more complex sugars in moderation while others forbid them entirely). Cancer loves sugar and your liver hates it. Sugars put a terrible strain on your liver. The only recommended sweetener is Stevia. Stevia, interestingly enough, was outlawed for internal use by the FDA right about the same time they okayed Aspartame (NutriSweet®, Equal® ). However, grass roots campaigns have forced the FDA to allow Stevia to be sold in the US again. Stevia has been used for decades with no side effects, and can be purchased at most health food stores. If you must use a sugar, use it sparingly, and make sure it is an unrefined form, such as Sucanat or Florida Crystals (both are registered trademarks). Avoid all other sugar substitutes: your liver hates them.
Enzymes There is hardly a center we’ve contacted that doesn’t use enzymatic therapy. Enzymes are needed for every chemical process in our bodies and are highly specialized. Dr Balch points out in Prescriptions for Nutritional Healing that overloading the system by making it produce digestive enzymes detracts from our ability to make other enzymes for metabolic and/or immune system processes. An article from Bestways, May 1979, entitled "Dr Edward Howell: A Man With an Urgent Message," by Ron Rendleman points out that we are a nation with an enzyme starved diet. Dr Howell is quoted: "Cancer specialists are discovering certain enzymes are completely 108
lacking in the blood and urine of [their patients]." He goes on to say that because of our overcooked diets, our digestion must "steal" enzymes from other organs setting up a competition for enzymes among various organ systems, "The resulting metabolic dislocations may be the direct cause of cancer, coronary heart disease, diabetes and many other chronic incurable diseases." Lack of digestive enzymes, according to Dr Howell, is responsible for enlarged pituitary glands (the one that regulates all the others) and enlarged pancreases. Dr Howell also points to toxemia as the final result of our lack of digestive enzymes combined with our high meat diets, for our foods take longer to pass through our system, ferment, cause gas, heartburn, headaches and colon problems. Colon therapists estimate that the average middle-aged American might carry around five to fifty pounds of hard, toxic, fecal matter lodged in their colons. Adding digestive enzymes to your system keeps it from getting overloaded. Cancers of the liver and pancreas demand the supplementation of digestive enzymes because these are the organs that are supposed to produce them in the first place. To protect your pancreas, pancreatic enzymes are a must. Dr William Kelly in One Answer to Cancer recommends taking them with your meals and in between meals, and especially in the afternoon between 2 and 3 when your system is most alkaline, and at 3:30 in the morning when your system again is most alkaline. A few references we found disagree on this point (exactly when your system is most alkaline) and some recommend taking them upon waking. Again, you will have to check with your nutritionist for recommendations based on your particular body chemistry. Each vegetable contains the enzymes needed for its own digestion. Eating raw foods unburdens your system by supplying you with digestive enzymes. Bananas, mangos, and avocados are rich in enzymes, but for the richest source, you’ll have to eat your sprouts. Some Enzymes and their action: •
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Hydrochloric acid is also recommended at times, especially if you are a vegetarian, and many of the digestive enzymes you can purchase come with a little HCL. It is time for us to quit thinking HCL is our enemy. It is needed for digestion and as we age, we produce less and less. A simple test to see if you are producing enough HCL comes from Dr David G Williams of Alternatives (a newsletter) in a pamphlet he produced called SECRETS OF LIFE EXTENSION: 10 Simple All-Natural Steps to Achieving Your Maximum Lifespan, when you arise in the morning, before you brush your teeth, test the pH of your saliva (testing kits are available at most drug stores), and after you eat breakfast, test it again. If the pH of your saliva has dropped, you will need extra HCL. Please, see a physician to determine your own specific needs. Note that niacin aids in the production of HCL.
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It is better to get your vitamins from the food you eat than from a bottle. We’ve been told this for years. However, this is true only if you eat organic whole foods. While in Mastel’s Health Food Store, John Mastel handed me an article (I had been asking him a lot of questions) from Organic Gardening (July/August 1995) written by Dr Jim Duke out of the Chicago area. In the article called "Synergy in the Garden," he gave numerous examples of how the whole plant proves to be better than the sum of its parts. Scientists love to extract the phytochemicals from plants looking for the active ingredient, however, over and over again, they are disappointed at the results. The mayapple, Duke pointed out, has been used by the Penobscot Indians of Maine to cure cancer, and to commit suicide. Apparently, it is very powerful. Scientists extracted the active compounds and used them to fight potato bugs. However, over a period of time, the anti-pest activity stopped and the bugs were back at the potato plants. Duke assures us that if we use the entire mayapple, grind it up and spread it around our potato plants, the anti-pest activity will not stop, because in its natural state, all of the ingredients (the phytochemicals) act in synergy (synergy: one plus one is greater than two). In our food, Duke claims that you might get more beta carotene from a pill than from a carrot, but you will probably get more benefit from the carrot because all of the ingredients act in synergy. Having said this, yes, you will probably want to use supplements because the amount of food you would have to eat to get all your supplements will probably not fit in your stomach. Though we must caution you against taking any supplements that have not been specifically prescribed for you by your health care professional.
The following is the Falk Supplementation Schedule (from the Falk Oncology Center in Toranto, Canada): Vitamin C fine crystals, minimum 4 grams (4,000 mg) three times per day. Aim for a dose just below diarrhea level, up to 40 grams per day. 1 level teaspoon = 4 grams (for most Vitamin C, however check the label). When using megadoses of Vitamin C, always use Esterfied C. Niacinamide 500 mg three times per day. (If cholesterol is high, use niacin.) Vitamin B Complex (50's) once a day (sublingual B12 is the best form of B12, especially if you are over 35). Vitamin E 400 IU once a day Beta Carotene 25,000 IU once a day Cod Liver Oil 2 capsules once a day Zinc Citrate 50 mg twice a day Selenium 200 mcg three times per day Folic Acid 5 mg twice a day Potassium increase to 1 gram once a day Magnesium Oxide 420 mg once a day 110
We should point out here that the one additional supplement you will want to take is Lactobacillus acidolphilus. It is very important to a finely tuned digestive track and (according to Susan Silberstein from the Center for Advancement in Cancer Education) studies show it fights colon cancer by decreasing certain fecal enzymes that can turn precarcinogens into carcinogens. [Golding and Gorbach. "The Effect of Milk and Lactobacillus Feeding on Human Bacterial Enzyme Activity." American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, 1984; 39] Lactobacillus acidophilus has also been shown to stimulate natural killer (NK) cell activity, and it was discovered in Australia that injecting Lactobacillus acidolphilus directly into tumors causes immediate shrinkage. Garlic enhances the actions of Lactobacillus acidolphilus. Lactobacillus acidolphilus is found in live culture yogurt. The international Journal of Immunotherapy [1991; 7:4] reports that a diet of 2 cups of live culture yogurt daily increased the production of interferon by both the lymphocytes and thymus gland with no adverse side effects. However, if you are a woman, check to see if you have glucose intolerance; if so, one serving per month of yogurt increases your chances of ovarian cancer. Studies also show that kefir grain, used to start the cultured milk product kefir, also has anti-tumor activity. [Japanese Journal of Medical Science and Biology, 1982; 35] and kefir has been shown to stimulate the immune system. [Immunopharmacology, 1986; 12] Lactobacillus acidolphilus is found in health food stores in the refrigerator section. Keep it refrigerated and use it up as soon as possible, for it is alive and if you keep it past its time, it won’t do you a bit of good.
Acid or Alkaline Gerson talks of the acid/alkaline imbalance that he feels leads to cancer. At the last minute, we received information of a new product from the Orient to re-balance your body’s pH called Coral Calcium. It seems that an entire industry mining the Coral sands from the Okinawa Islands (without disturbing the coral reefs) began after it was discovered that few of the inhabitants of these islands die before the age of 95, and according to the Guinness Book of Records, one inhabitant, Shigechiyo Izumi, is the oldest living person at 115, who worked up until the age of 105. The water we drink can become acidified by bacteria, algae, chloroform (from chlorination), nitrates, and heavy metals. Maintaining alkalinity is essential for health and vitality. Acidity is catabolic (tears down) and alkalinity is anabolic (builds up). Adding one tea bag of Coral Calcium to anything you drink will change the pH of whatever you are drinking and help to reestablish the body’s natural alkalinity. Already reports are coming in claiming increases in energy, less arthritic pain, ulcers healed, osteoporosis reversed, and positive effects on people suffering from diabetes, allergies, angina, and fibromyalgia. The most interesting of all the materials we've perused was a short piece describing some of the ancient medicinals found in a rare collection of pharmacy bottles dating back to the 17th and 18th centuries. One of the jars has the inscription: "The Coral Stone to purify the Blood." Just one more suggestion concerning the acid/alkaline imbalance: pick up a copy of Alkalize or Die, by Theodore Baroody, Jr., DC, Phd, ND, MA. Within its pages are hundreds of foods and those that are alkaline (greens, certain fruits, etc.) and those that are acid 111
(sugar, processed flours, etc.). You may also contact the Center for Advancement in Cancer Education to get a chart of acid and alkaline foods, but make sure you send them a donation.
Foods to Avoid Avoid salt-cured, pickled, or smoked foods. Avoid all processed foods and trans-fatty oils as if they were the cause of your cancer itself. Avoid inorganically raised foods. Alcohol is completely out—your liver must be in tip shape for the metabolism of vitamin A. Nuts: when your immune system has been compromised, nuts are out, at least when beginning to rebuild your immune system. They put a strain on your digestion. However, when you begin getting back on your feet, almonds (containing amygdalin, the main ingredient in Laetrile® ) are a must. For more digestible nuts, we highly recommend Candi Cole’s, Not Milk—Nut Milks. Find the almond recipes and follow the instructions. Her recipes taste wonderful and are extremely healthful. Avoid parsnips; animal studies show they cause cancer after a period of time. Avoid sugar and sugar substitutes. Avoid fried foods. Avoid foods that have chemical additives. Avoid foods cooked in a microwave.
Foods that Fight Cancer Though most of the foods we will talk about are known to prevent cancer, you can assume that once your diet has begun to boost your immune system, these foods will help to fight the spread of cancer and contribute to your overall defense against any existing tumors. There are many books and articles written about foods that fight cancer. Here is what we’ve found:
Fiber A high fiber/low fat diet is a cancer preventer and fighter. Fiber cleans your colon and combines with "stuck" fats to pass them on. It helps to lower cholesterol and tones your entire digestive track. The connection between low fiber intake and colon cancer has long been established, however, a recent study (1999) showed no connection between a high fiber diet and lowered colon cancer risks. We (here at this web ste) are going to check into this latest study before we buy into it, for any study can prove anything depending on the methodology. In breast cancer, there are two types of estrogen, good and bad estrogen. A high fiber diet lowers blood levels of estradiol, the bad estrogen.
Starch From the British Journal of Cancer, June 1994, we’ve learned of the largest international study on links between colon cancer and consumption of starch. "After analyzing diet and cancer rates from 12 countries, they found a strong association between starch consumption and cancer of the large bowel, colon and rectum. On the average, the more 112
starch consumed in a population, the lower the incidence of the diseases." Green bananas and cold boiled potatoes were cited as sources of virtually indigestible starches that might provide particularly strong protection against these cancers.
Cruciferous Vegetables Cauliflower, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, and Chinese vegetables. They contain indole-3-carbinol that stimulates liver enzymes to reduce levels of hormones and immuno-suppressive agents. They also contain sulfur, which is an overlooked nutritional supplement. However if the gas from cruciferous veggies is too much, try Bok Choy with only two percent sulfur. At Cornell University, rats that were given a substance that causes breast cancer were separated into two groups and both were fed the same, except that one group got 20% ground up Brussels sprouts. 70% of the group not getting the Brussels sprouts developed cancers, compared to 13% in the Brussels sprout group. Additionally, when those who had come down with cancer were given Brussels sprouts, their cancers stopped spreading. [Cancer Letters, 88] It is also assumed that the indoles from cruciferous veggies fight breast cancer by either converting the cancer promoting type of estrogen to a harmless form or by preventing am overproduction of estrogen. [Environmental Nutrition, August, 1995] Sulforaphane, another phytochemical in cruciferous vegetables, has been shown to neutralize carcinogens before they could trigger tumors, and isothiocyanates, the chemicals that give these veggies their sharp flavor, "have been shown to slow the progression of cancerous cells in rats." [Health and Healing, August 1993, 3:8]
Carotenoids Beta carotene (found in the yellow veggies such as yams, pumpkins, and carrots) is a powerful antioxidant that has been shown to inhibit the growth of tumors (and is used in Russia to fight infant leukemia), but few know about alpha carotene that has been demonstrated to be ten times more powerful in its inhibitory effect on tumors. (Murakoshi, Et Al: "Inhibitory Effects of Alpha Carotene on Proliferation of the Human Neuroblastoma Cell Line." Journal of the National Cancer Institute, 1989; 81.) Spinach and collard greens contain the carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin which are powerful antioxidants that cannot be bought in a health food store. Spinach and collard greens are highest in these two carotenoids, followed by kale, mustard greens and turnip greens. A study in Northern Italy consisting of nearly 3,000 people showed that eating seven or more servings of tomatoes per week had a 50% to 60% lower risk of developing cancers of the mouth, esophagus, stomach, colon and rectum. It is believed that the cancer fighting substance in tomatoes is lycopene, an antioxidant and member of the carotenoid family. Lycopene remains stable when tomatoes are cooked or canned. [International Journal of Cancer, October 15, 1994] 113
In 1998, the Israelis developed a tomato with ten times the amount of lycopene found in our present tomatoes. Look for them soon in supermarkets.
Flax There is already at this web site lots of information on flax oil, and Johanna Budwig's recipe. The simple fact is that your omega oils protect you from cancer (especially breast cancers because breasts are made of fat) and have reversed cancers. Flax oil daily is a must for a cancer patient. Also good are fish oils and hemp oil, which is reputed to be the best oil for the human body, you have to take into consideration that the seeds from which we get hemp oil have been "denatured" and ... how is this process completed? We don't know. So, personally, I avoid it.
Soybeans As mentioned earlier, Dr Balch recommends avoiding soy products because he claims they inhibit enzymatic action, however, the benefits of fermented soy products in fighting cancer and many other benefits must be mentioned. First off, foods made from soy lower blood cholesterol and reduce the risk of heart disease. All the plant chemicals found in the soy plant — phytate, phytosterols, phenolic acids, lecithin, omega-3 fatty acids, isoflavones, and protease inhibitors — protect against cancer. Proteases are chemicals (enzymes) that tumors give off to break down surrounding tissues to facilitate the growth of the tumor. Protease inhibitors (found in soybeans, lima beans, seeds and sprouts) can block the spread of cancer. ["Protease Inhibitors May Block Tumor Spread." Cancer Reporter, 1987;2] According to Morton Walker, a professional medical journalist ["Phytochemicals in Soybeans," Health Foods Business, March 1995]: The Japanese, Taiwanese, Koreans, and Indonesians eat a daily average of 40 grams of [fermented] soy foods per person, and experience 90 percent less [Sic] . . . cancers (and half the amount of colon cancer) than do Americans.
He goes on to point out that the isoflavone components of soy are similar to the drug tamoxifen in their anti-estrogenic effect (lowering estrogen), and should be used daily for any estrogen related malignancies such as breast cancer. Here is where a controversy exists: the Gerson institute says soy brings back breast cancers while others state that soy fights breast cancers. We know that soy products, between 35 and 60 grams per day, will help to reduce a woman's chances of breast cancer. The phytoestrogen in soy is a "good" estrogen. It also helps to extend the menstrual cycle, as we've seen in Oriental women who have, on the average, a 33 day menstrual cycle (exercising daily can help extend the menstrual cycle too). With fewer menstrual periods in your life, you have less contact with estrogen. Another isoflavone component, genistein, inhibits prostate cancer by normalizing cancerous cells—death by prostate cancer is nearly nonexistent in the Orient—and in breast cancer, genistein stops the proliferative growth of cells that can differentiate into cancer. Furthermore, Walker states that the anti-angiogenetic (stopping the growth of new 114
blood vessels) properties of genistein is on a par with shark cartilage. It works by neutralizing the vascular endothelial growth factor (IGF) put out by tumors to encourage new blood vessel growth. This being the case, pregnant women and persons with injuries could use soy products instead of shark cartilage to fight cancer. (See the section on shark cartilage in the article entitled "Alternative Cancer Therapies.") In his book , Concentrated Soybean Phytochemicals, Dr Walker also talks about the phytate in soy that "binds iron in the intestines to prevent it from generating free radicals," the saponins "which stop cellular mutations," and the phytosterols (suspected to have some effect in cancer prevention) "which neutralize the breakdown products of cholesterol and reduce the development of colon tumors and skin cancer." From the Tufts University Diet & Nutrition Letter (12:12, February 1995), we find that that the phytoestrogens (plant estrogens) will prove to be an alternative to estrogen replacement therapy. Premenopausal women consuming soy protein are protected by this natural antiestrogen, and after menopause they provide the lift estrogen therapy normally provides, but without the cancer risk. From Earl Mindell’s Soy Miracle, we find that soy foods contain antioxidants, boost the immune system, are easier on the kidneys than animal protein, might slow down or prevent kidney damage, and can protect against osteoporosis. A report from the Boston Globe (February 10,1995) spoke of an experiment in which human leukemia cells were injected into mice, and the soy derivative B43-genistein was administered killing all detectable leukemia cells.
Other Beans Red, navy, pinto, etc. Studies have shown beans to be anti-carcinogenic. Also they are fiber filled which helps to keep the colon clear of fats and in a fit condition. Again, we must mention preparation and caution you against indigestion which leads to colon problems and to degenerative diseases: soak the beans overnight as needed (see below), and pour off the water. Add digestive enzymes to your meal to help with the flatulence. Beano® works for some. Beans should be complimented with whole grains for making high-quality protein. Here are some quick notes on a few types of beans: Aduki: used in oriental medicine for kidney ailments, good source of calcium, phosphorous, potassium, iron and Vitamin A. Garbanzo: (also known as chick peas) a staple in the Middle East (hummus), high in potassium, calcium, iron, and vitamin A. Lentils: available in different flavors, high in calcium, magnesium, potassium, phosphorous, sulfur and vitamin A. Considered a nutritional super food. Do not need to be soaked. Lima Beans: high in potassium, phosphorous, and vitamin A. 115
Pinto Beans: rich in calcium, potassium and phosphorous. Soybeans: the only bean that is a complete protein by itself, and are 20% lecithin which is essential to every cell in the body (we recommend fermented soy products only). Bean Sprouts: like seed sprouts, contain more vitamins and minerals than the original beans they come from. Check out a book on sprouting your own, or pick up a copy of The Bread & Circus Whole Foods Bible.
Sea Vegetables Sea veggies are high in iodine. According to Gerson, cancer is caused by a sodium/potassium imbalance, an acid/alkaline imbalance, and a lack of iodine. Sea veggies are an excellent source of Omega-3 fatty acids, contain a fiber that binds with steroids and carcinogens, and are great detoxicators and liver cleansers. Additionally, studies of the Japanese diets, which are high in seaweeds, seem to indicate that sea veggies might be involved in battling certain cancers and leukemia. (Yamamoto, Et Al: "Antitumor Activity of Edible Marine Algae: Effect of Crude Fucoidan Fractions Prepared from Edible Brown Seaweeds Against L-12100 Leukemia." Hydrobiologia, 1984;116/117.) The brown seaweed Laminaria has been linked to a lower incidence of breast cancer. (Cohen, Thompson, "Seaweed Blocks the Mammary Tumor Promoting Effects of High Fat Diets." International Breast Cancer Research Conference, Denver, CO., March 1983, Abstract 52, Willmintton, Del.: Stuart Pharmaceuticals, 1983.)
Mushrooms According to J. Chilton in his article "Medicinal Mushroom Use on the Rise" in Vitamin Retailer, April 1994: Mushrooms . . . may have been one of the first "neutraceuticals," or foods that also function as medicines. . . . Mushroom polysaccharides act by enhancing host defenses, rather than directly killing tumor cells. For this reason they are called host defense potentiators (HPD). The specific effect of these polysaccharides is the activation of macrophages and Tlymphocytes, stimulation of interferon, and the overall enhancement of cell-mediated immune response." In addition to the Reishi mushroom having anti-aging and immunorestorative powers, studies from Japan, Korea, and Russia all showed reduction in tumors (98% in the Japan study with 80% complete remission). The phytochemical in the Shitake mushroom that scientists are now studying is called Lentinan, which has shown to stimulate macrophages, increase T-cell production, enhance helper T-cell activity, and increase interferon production. But the real cancer killer seems to be the Maitake mushroom which has been available wild but is now being cultivated. The National Cancer Institute began testing the Maitake in 1991 on both anti-HIV and anti-tumor activities and their results supported the findings of studies in Japan. Laboratory studies have shown that 97% of 300,000 HIV infected T-cells remained alive with a minimal amount (1/1000,000 gram) of maitake compound. The anti-cancer activity of the Maitake was even greater than that of the 116
Shitake and Reishi, showing that both oral administration or injection inhibited cancer growth up to 86.3%. (Duke, James. "Mushrooms Mushrooming." Immune Perspectives, Winter, 1995] Most naturopaths claim that you cannot get as much medicinal "punch" from the actual mushroom as you can get from extracts sold in health food stores, but this depends on how much you eat. Including them with every meal, in salads, soups, and teas should allow you to get much of their benefit. While we’re on the subject of mushrooms, we should mention the latest fungus to make it into vogue in alternative medicine, the Kombucha. The Kombucha, to some, doesn’t really qualify as a mushroom—it is a fungal scum that you can grow in your kitchen. It has been touted as the new fountain of youth and as a cure for AIDS. However, there have been no third party studies done on the Kombucha, and all the material available comes from those marketing it. Because we have not been able to find any objective evidence on its properties, we can tell you only what people in the wellness community are saying about it. If you make it up at home, it can get contaminated. Additionally, it seems to be a powerful antibiotic, and therefore you should treat is as such, using it only when needed and not capriciously. Until studies by outside parties are available, we can’t tell you much more.
Just a few more . . . Lutein is another cancer battler and is found in watercress, spinach, dark green veggies and eggs. Asparagus seems to be linked to the remission of more than a few disorders, including cancer. According to Karl Lutz, this is because of the high folic acid, nucleic acid, and histone (basic protein) levels found in asparagus. In Beating the Odds, Dr Machetti points to a study that discovered that methyl mercaptan, which is secreted into the urine following a meal with asparagus, has distinct anticancer qualities. Garlic and onions should be consumed daily, with a minimum of 4 cloves of garlic, if sensitive to it, 7 if not. The phytochemicals (plant chemicals) in garlic and onions have been shown to increase T-cell activity, and garlic contains a safe form of germanium, which helps the blood and tissues hold more oxygen. Remember, cancer hates oxygen. Studies also show that garlic can increase T-cell activity, and, interestingly enough, aged garlic seems to work even better. However, many preparations of garlic are devoid of the volatile oils, and there has been much controversy on why you would want to avoid these volatile oils versus why you would want them. Dr Block, in his article "Chemistry of Garlic and Onions" published in the March 1985 edition of Scientific American, states that the volatile oils are the physiologically active factors of garlic and recommends that fresh garlic be used. Additionally it was discovered that lab animals implanted with tumors and fed garlic and a low protein diet showed no tumor growth, while the control animals came down with full 117
blown cancer. And apparently the substance Allium, found in onions and garlic, inhibits stomach cancer in groups at high risk.
References and Further Reading (Click on the links to learn more about the books and the authors) Frähm, Anne and David Frahm. A Cancer Battle Plan. Colorado Springs, CO: Piñion Press, 1992.(The Frähms are on AOL and can be reached at
[email protected]) Gerson, Max, MD. A Cancer Therapy: Orig. Ed.. New York: Gerson Institute, 1958. Immune Perspectives. A publication of the Center for Advancement in Cancer Education. Annual subscription is $15: 610-642-4810. (We at the directory highly recommend supporting this center and their work. Their help with this edition has been invaluable. Additionally, we want to give a special thanks to Susan Silberstein, the founder of the center; for it was through her materials that we were finally able to make sense of all the contradictory nutritional information we’d uncovered. When you contact them, ask about their videos on nutrition and cancer.) Kelly, William D. One Answer to Cancer. Mokelumn Hill, CA: Mokelumne Hill Press, 1994. Kilham, Christopher. The Bread & Circus Whole Foods Bible. New York: Addison-Wesley Publishing Company, Inc., 1991 Kushi, Michio. The Cancer Prevention Diet. New York: St. Martin’s Press. 1993. (Note: complete guide to macrobiotics.) Lau, Et Al. "Superiority of Intralesional Immunotherapy with Cornebacterium Parvum and Allium Sativum in Control of Murine Trasitional Cell Cancer." Journal of Urology, 1986; 136. Livingston-Wheeler, Virginia, MD, and Addeo, Edmond G. The Conquest of Cancer. San Diego, Waterside Productions, Inc., 1983 Marchetti, Albert, M.D. Beating the Odds: Alternative Treatments That Have Worked Miracles against Cancer. New York: St. Martin's Press, 1988. Quillin, Patric. Beating Cancer With Nutrition. Tulsa: The Nutrition Times Press, Inc., 1994. (Note: this is aimed at a diet to be used in conjunction with the big three: surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy.) Salaman, Maureen. Nutrition: The Cancer Answer II. Menlo Park, CA: Statford Publishers, 1983. (Note: contains the history of nutrition and cancer, advice, and recipes.) Simone, Charles, MD. Cancer & Nutrition. Garden City Park, NY: Avery Publishing Group, 1994. Weil, Andrew MD. Natural Health, Natural Medicine. Boston: Houghton Mifflin, 1990. Williams, David G, MD. SECRETS OF LIFE EXTENSION: 10 Simple All-Natural Steps to Achieving Your Maximum Lifespan. Ingram, Texas: Mountain Home Publishing, 1991. (Note: a slightly overpriced pamphlet that you might be able to get free with a subscription to his newsletter.) You, Et Al. "Allium Vegetables and Reduced Risk of Stomach Cancer." Journal of the National Cancer Institute, 1989; 81. Articles TOC International Wellness Directory Home Page Copyright © 1995, 1998, 1999, 2000 International Wellness Directory Contact us You may copy, print, reprint, and/or transfer this entire article, if and only if it is unmodified and in its complete state with this copyright notice attached and all the links work properly. 118
Mushrooms that Fight Cancer and Disease and Boost the Immune System In the world of natural health, "medicinal" mushrooms are known as some of the most potent immune boosters and disease fighters. Perhaps the most potent of all is the Agaricus Blazei Murrill mushroom, known in it's native Brazil as "The Mushroom of God"; however many others have also proven to be very effective and popular. Here are some of the very best:
Agaricus Blazei Murrill Mushroom - Known as “The Mushroom of the Gods”. A few decades ago, researchers noticed that in the mountain region of Ideate near Sao Paulo, Brazil , a regular part of the local inhabitants’ diet was a mushroom known as "Cogmelo de Deus" or "Mushroom of God". The researchers also noted that the local inhabitants were extraordinarily healthy and had a very low incidence of disease, which they attributed to this magical mushroom. The scientific name of the mushroom is Agaricus Blazei Murrill, more commonly called the ABM mushroom and sometimes referred to as Agaricus Brasiliennis. So potent is this mushroom that one well-known rainforest herbal manufacturer, uses it as the main ingredients in herbal supplements that have been credited with success against cancer and other diseases around the world. A link to the manufacturer is provided on the last page of this book. In a study conducted by Dr. Shoji Shibata, a professor at Tokyo University , several other well known cancer-fighting and immune-boosting mushrooms were compared to the ABM, including Reishi and Shitake. Dr. Shibata's results found that the other mushrooms were not as effective as the ABM mushroom, and so the ABM was ranked at the top of the list of potent mushrooms - a spot befitting the "Mushroom of God"! Other Japanese and British studies have also shown the ABM mushroom to have the highest concentration of betaglucan of any mushroom. 119
The ABM mushroom contains Beta-(1-3)-D-glucan, Beta-(1-4)-a -D-glucan & Beta - (1-6)D-glucan. Known collectively as Beta-glucans, these long-chain polysaccharides are the most potent immuno-potentiating (immune enhancing) substances yet found. They also have very powerful anti-tumor properties. When human subjects are given AMB in their diet, a 3000% increase of NK cells, a type of anti-tumor white blood cell known as Natural Killer cells, is seen in the blood within 2-4 days. In addition to beta glucans, agaricus also contains derivatives of ergosterol, a potent antitumor agent; double stranded RNA, an anti-viral agent; proteoglucans and protein bound polysaccharides of low molecular weight, which are immune enhancers; and, protein bound polysaccharides of high molecular weight, vitamins B1 and B2, proteins in the form of amino acids, niacin, iron, and calcium. There are many verified reports from around the world of this mushroom being used successfully in late stage cancers that had been determined hopeless and some clinics in Europe base their entire treatment protocols on agaricus blazei murrill mushroom extracts and other complimentary botanicals. In fact, in many published studies, the rate of cure for all types of cancer has been in the high ninety percentile range, even for stage 4 lung cancer, where many complete remissions are often seen in just a few weeks.
Coriolus Versicolor extract - Commonly called the Asian Turkey Tail mushroom. Contains polysaccharides [PSK] and polysaccharopeptides [PSP])-- effective for acute leukemia and stomach, esophagus, colorectal, lung cancer; PS is effective with many types of cancer (at least early and mid-stage cancer), including lung cancer and particularly stomach & colon cancer; NCI reportedly stated that PSK has been "contemplated for use against...mammary cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, such as those of the esophagus, stomach...colon; lung...brain tumors" and that PSP "has...antitumor activities, inhibiting Ehrlich ascites tumors, leukemia, and sarcoma...gastric tumor, lymph, and monocytic leukemia"; good to take during chemo & radiation - including acute leukemia patients.
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Shitake Mushrooms - The Shitake mushroom lowers cholesterol and improves immune system function, good for preventing high blood pressure and heart disease, for controlling cholesterol level, building resistance against viruses, and fighting diseases such as AIDS/HIV and cancers. Often available fresh, Shitake mushrooms are very flavorful when used in cooking! If you cannot find fresh, available as a supplement also.
Maitaike Mushrooms - High in nutrients including Vitamins B-2, C, D, niacin, magnesium, potassium, fiber, and amino acids, Maitake mushrooms contain the polysaccharide compound beta-1.6-glucan which naturally stimulates the immune system and lowers blood pressure. Beneficial for obesity and diabetic patients, the Maitake mushroom may be best known for its cancer fighting ability. Tests in mice prove that it blocks tumor formation and boosts the immune system. Available fresh or as supplement)
Reishi Mushrooms - The Reishi mushroom can increase the production of interleukin1 and 2, resulting in inhibition of tumor growth. Studies show that Reishi can have a number of other positive effects on the body such as analgesic, anti-inflammatory, antioxidant, antiviral (through its interferon production), lowers blood pressure. It also acts as a cardiotonic by lowering serum and increasing the production of interleukin 1 and 2, which results in inhibition of tumor cholesterol, expectorant, anti-tissue, liver protecting and detoxifying, protection against ionizing radiation, antibacterial, and anti-HIV activity. Available fresh or as supplement.
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Cordyceps Oglossoides Mushroom - Cordyceps, like many other medicinal mushrooms, contains complex sugars (especially beta 1,3 glucan) and other nutrients (nucleosides, triterpeniods) which seem to strongly nourish and activate various components of the immune system, useful in treating cancer, chronic fatigue and other immune disorders. It also seems to have value in treating nephritis, may help the immune system recognize tumors that otherwise might escape immune surveillance, and has positive effects on the cardiovascular and nervous systems, and an anti-aging effect.
Phellinus linteus - Made up primarily of polysacharrides, the Phellinus linteus mushroom suppresses cancer growth, angiogenesis and invasive behavior of breast and other cancer cells through the inhibition of AKT signalling. It also stimulates the immune system and induces apoptosis (cell death) in cancer cells. The world of natural health has an abundance of botanicals, vitamins, minerals and supplements to help fight illness and boost the immune system. As you can see, the socalled "medicinal mushrooms" are important parts of that world. Live long, live healthy, live happy!
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For a fascinating look at Mushrooms, take a look at the film "6 Ways That Mushrooms Can Save the World" at Mercola.com
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Some of the Best of the Best Supplements Nerium Oleander Extract First and foremost in a suggested regimen to beat and avoid cancer and disease would be the common oleander plant, nerium oleander. Called the desert rose in the Bible, the oleander plant has been used as a folk remedy for over 2000 years in the Middle East. In 1960 a Turkish doctor named Huseyin Zima Ozel re-discovered the power of this potent plant when he found rural villagers in Turkey who were remarkable free of cancer and other diseases. For the past 40 years, Doctor Ozel has been treating patients in Turkey with great success and in 1998 he was granted a patent for an oleander extract that has since passed FDA phase I trials. Oleander extract has been proven in lab studies at such prestigious institutions as MD Anderson and the Cleveland Clinic to kill cancer cells, stop cancer tumors, build immune systems, and increase the body's natural cancer killing T-cells. Over 500 trace compounds have been identified in an aqueous oleander extract, and it appears that many of these compounds act synergistically in ways that no single isolate can. For this reason, an aqueous (water) extract may well be far more effective than an ethanol extract because many of the water soluble compounds such as long-chain polysaccharides are lost during the ethanol extraction method. Home-made and commercially prepared water extractions of oleander have been used successfully in numerous kinds of cancers as well as hepatitis-c in patients throughout the world. Another benefit of oleander extract is that it can be used very effectively as a complimentary treatment alongside traditional chemo or radiation. Besides helping fight cancer and boosting the immune system along, it helps protect the rest of the body and either eliminates or ameliorates every single side-effect of traditional chemo – including hair loss (with one exception, and that being that it does not eliminate hair loss when the chemo treatment includes Cisplatin). Please note: Raw oleander plant is extremely toxic. Do not handle or ingest raw oleander or any form of oleander that has not been prepared according to the recipe for “oleander soup” in this book or the commercial products whose links are provided on the last page of this book. While raw oleander is toxic, there have been no reports of serious adverse reactions or side-effects due to properly prepared oleander extract taken according to directions. The most common side-effects are loose bowels, slight temperature and perhaps mild nausea, all of which should dissipate quickly as the body becomes acclimated to the extract.
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Blood Tonic Artemisinin Laetrile Agaricus Blazei Murrill Mushroom Extract - “The Mushroom of the Gods” A few decades ago, researchers noticed that in the mountain region of Ideate near Sao Paulo, Brazil, a regular part of the local inhabitants’ diet was a mushroom known as "Cogmelo de Deus" or "Mushroom of God". The researchers also noted that the local inhabitants were extraordinarily healthy and had a very low incidence of disease, which they attributed to this magical mushroom. The scientific name of the mushroom is Agaricus Blazei Murrill, more commonly called the ABM mushroom and sometimes referred to as Agaricus Brasiliennis. So potent is this mushroom that one well-known rainforest herbal manufacturer, uses it as the main ingredients in herbal supplements that have been credited with success against cancer and other diseases around the world. A link to the manufacturer is provided on the last page of this book. In a study conducted by Dr. Shoji Shibata, a professor at Tokyo University, several other well known cancer-fighting and immune-boosting mushrooms were compared to the ABM, including Reishi and Shitake. Dr. Shibata's results found that the other mushrooms were not as effective as the ABM mushroom, and so the ABM was ranked at the top of the list of potent mushrooms - a spot befitting the "Mushroom of God"! Other Japanese and British studies have also shown the ABM mushroom to have the highest concentration of beta-glucan of any mushroom. The ABM mushroom contains Beta-(1-3)-D-glucan, Beta-(1-4)-a -D-glucan & Beta - (1-6)-D-glucan. Known collectively as Beta-glucans, these long-chain polysaccharides are the most potent immuno-potentiating (immune enhancing) substances yet found. They also have very powerful anti-tumor properties. When human subjects are given AMB in their diet, a 3000% increase of NK cells, a type of anti-tumor white blood cell known as Natural Killer cells, is seen in the blood within 2-4 days. In addition to beta glucans, agaricus also contains derivatives of ergosterol, a potent anti-tumor agent; double stranded RNA, an anti-viral agent; proteoglucans and protein bound polysaccharides of low molecular weight, which are immune enhancers; and, protein bound polysaccharides of high molecular weight, vitamins B1 and B2, proteins in the form of amino acids, niacin, iron, and calcium. There are many verified reports from around the world of this mushroom being used successfully in late stage cancers that had been determined hopeless and some clinics in Europe base their entire treatment protocols on agaricus blazei murrill mushroom extracts and other complimentary botanicals. In fact, in many published studies, the rate of cure for all types of cancer has been in the high ninety percentile range, even for stage 4 lung cancer, where many complete remissions are often seen in just a few weeks. Cat's Claw Extract Cat's claw, or Uncaria surinamensis, has been used for centuries in folk medicine in South America for cancer, AIDS, cirrhosis, disease prevention, gonorrhea, herpes, immune disorders, 125
tumors, and many other aliments. Cat's claw has several groups of plant chemicals that account for its effectiveness: One such group is oxidole alkaloids that have been documented with immune-stimulant and anti-leukemic properties. Another is a group of chemicals called quinovic acid glycosides, which have documented anti-inflammatory and antiviral actions. Antioxidant chemicals (tannins, catechins and procyanidins) as well as plant sterols (beta-sitosterol, stigmasterol, and campesterol) account for the plant's anti-inflammatory properties. A class of compounds known as carboxyl alkyl esters found in cat's claw has been documented with immunostimulant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancerous, and cell-repairing properties. Dr. Donna Schwontkowski, D.C., has stated that Uña de gato (Cat’s Claw) is the most powerful immune enhancing herb of all the herbs native to the Peruvian Amazon. Pau D’Arco Extract Pau D’Arco, or Tabebuia avellanedae, is a huge canopy tree native to the rain forest with a long and well-documented history of use by the indigenous peoples of the rainforest. Its use may even predate the Incas. Among it's many historical uses are for cancer, leukemia, lupus, diabetes, liver disease, Hodgkin's disease, osteomyelitis, Parkinson's disease, and psoriasis. It also used as a natural anti-microbial and anti-fungal agent and is a popular natural remedy for candida and yeast infections. In the 1960s, plant extracts of the heartwood and bark demonstrated marked antitumorous effects in animals. In 1975, one study reported that compounds in Pau D’Arco increased the life span of mice inoculated with leukemic cells by over 80%. In a small, uncontrolled, 1980 study of nine human patients with various cancers (liver, kidney, breast, prostate, and cervix), pure lapachol was reported to shrink tumors and reduce pain caused by them - and three of the patients realized complete remissions. Bitter Melon Extract Bitter Melon, or Momordica charantia, is found in tropical areas of the Amazon, east Africa, Asia, and the Caribbean, and is cultivated throughout South America as a food and medicine. It contains an array of biologically active plant chemicals including triterpenes, proteins, and steroids. One chemical has clinically demonstrated the ability to inhibit the enzyme that is linked to the cause of psoriasis and necessary for the growth of leukemia and cancer cells. In addition, a protein found in bitter melon, momordin, has clinically demonstrated anti-cancerous activity against Hodgkin's lymphoma in animals. Other proteins in the plant, alpha- and beta-momorcharin and cucurbitacin B, have been tested for possible anti-cancerous effects. Among the reported properties of bitter melon are: kills bacteria, kills viruses, kills cancer cells, kills leukemia cells, prevents tumors, reduces inflammation, fights free radicals, enhances libido, cleanses blood, detoxifies, treats diabetes, expels worms, reduces blood sugar, balances hormones, reduces blood pressure, enhances immunity, lowers body temperature, mildly laxative and promotes milk flow. Several studies have demonstrated the anti-tumorous activity of bitter melon. In one study, a water extract blocked the growth of rat prostate carcinoma; another study reported that a hot water extract of the entire plant inhibited the development of mammary tumors in mice. Numerous in vitro studies have also demonstrated the anti-cancerous and anti-leukemic activity of bitter melon against numerous cell lines, including liver cancer, human leukemia, melanoma, and solid sarcomas. Like several of its isolated plant chemicals, bitter melon also has been documented with in vitro antiviral activity against numerous viruses, including Epstein-Barr, herpes, and HIV viruses. In one 126
in vivo study, a leaf extract increased resistance to viral infections and had an immuno-stimulant effect in humans and animals, increasing interferon production and natural killer cell activity. Mutamba Mutamba, or Guazuma ulmifolia, is a favorite natural remedy among Central and South American health practitioners and the indigenous peoples of the Amazon. Among the properties documented by research are: lowers blood pressure, antibacterial, anti-cancerous, antifungal, antioxidant, antispasmodic, anti-tumorous, antiviral, cardiac depressant, cardiotonic (tones, balances, strengthens the heart), hypoglycemic, muscle relaxant, uterine stimulant. Furthermore, it has been observed in traditional use to also be affective as an anti-inflammatory, antihemorrhagic (reduces bleeding), cough suppressant, anti-ulcerous, astringent, blood cleanser, cough suppressant, decongestant, diaphoretic (promotes sweating), digestive stimulant, emollient, fever reducer, liver protector, and wound healer. Graviola Graviola, or Annona muricata, is a small, upright evergreen tree, 5–6 m high, with large, glossy, dark green leaves. It produces a large, heart-shaped, edible fruit that is 15–20 cm in diameter, is yellow-green in color, and has white flesh inside. Graviola is indigenous to most of the warmest tropical areas in South and North America, including the Amazon. Graviola has a long, rich history of use in herbal medicine as well as a lengthy recorded indigenous use. Graviola has been the subject of numerous studies dating back to the 1940’s. Most of the research focuses on a novel set of chemicals called Annonaceous acetogenins. Annonaceous acetogenins are only found in the Annonaceae family (to which graviola belongs). Graviola produces these natural compounds in its leaf and stem, bark, and fruit seeds. Three separate research groups have confirmed that these chemicals have significant antitumorous properties and selective toxicity against various types of cancer cells (without harming healthy cells) publishing eight clinical studies on their findings. Many of the acetogenins have demonstrated selective toxicity to tumor cells at very low dosages—as little as 1 part per million. Four studies were published in 1998 which further specify the chemicals and acetogenins in graviola which are demonstrating the strongest anticancerous, antitumorous, and antiviral properties. Other important supplements, foods and things to do: •
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Beating Hepatitis Naturally - A Complete Protocol Hepatitis C is considered an epidemic and is now killing more people than Aids/HIV...30,000 a year and it's going to get much worse. Right now, 5 million Americans are infected with Hepatitis C and most of them don't know it. That is 1 out of every 50 people.....and some will be people you know. The number of adults seeking liver transplants for hepatitis C infection will skyrocket in the next 20 years. An estimated 10,000 to 30,000 Americans die from this disease or it's complications each year. Deaths are expected to increase because of the increasing risk of infection, and the resulting cirrhosis, portal hypertension, thrombocytopenia, bleeding, and liver cancer. Five years ago, 20% of hepatitis C patients were candidates for liver transplantation and today the number has increased to about 50%. The Hepatitis C virus causes diabetes (40% of genotype 1 have diabetes), it affects the brain causing depression, it causes lung problems, neuropathy, fibromyalgia, Sjogren's, cardiac problems, skin problems, arthritis, stomach problems, anemia, fatigue, and of course, cirrhosis. After cirrhosis comes Decompensastion. The liver stops working, the skin and sclera become yellow, your belly looks like you're pregnant, you're unable to process protein, you get anemic, confused, the kidneys stop working and many bleed to death. The following protocol may never result in an individual testing negative for Hep-C (even if the virus is completely cleared it may take a long time for the antibodies that will trigger a positive test to ultimately disappear from the body); however, it will result in tiny viral loads all the way down to 0 and enable a person to live as healthily as someone who does not have hep-C, if not more so. There will also be the huge side benefits of having a strong immune system, a regenerated and healthy liver, and the likelihood of never contracting cancer or other serious illness so long as a maintenance version of the protocol is followed. Plus, you will accomplish all of this with primarily using safe and natural supplements and practices. To begin with, do a good liver cleanse. There are many to be found but here is one you can make up and do yourself: 5-day liver cleanse. It is best to have day 4 on a Saturday or at a time when you are staying at home. Day 1: Drink 1 liter (4 cups) of apple juice during the day. Eat as normal otherwise. Day 2: Drink another liter of apple juice. Eat normally Day 3: Drink a 3rd liter of apple juice. Eat normally Day 4: Do not take any sold food after lunch time 6pm - Take one level tablespoon of Epsom salt in a glass of water 8pm - Take another tablespoon of Epsom salt in a glass of water. You may find that you already have to take a trip to the toilet before the 8pm Epsom salt. 10pm - Mix one half glass of olive oil and three quarter glass of freshly squeezed grape fruit juice by shaking it very well in a jar with a lid so that it mixes well and immediately get into bed after 129
drinking the mixture. You will probably make more than one trip to the toilet during the night as well as during the next day. Day 5: 6am: Take another tablespoon of Epsom salt in a glass of water 8am: Take one final tablespoon of Epsom salt in a glass of water. You will find that many gallstones from the liver will be passed and one will notice them in the toilet. They will vary in size from about pin head size to 10mm. Gallstones in the liver are a major cause of many health problems. The above liver cleanse can be repeated every month until one finds that for two months in succession no more gallstones are passed. The liver will then be clean. You can read about this in much more detail in Andreas Moritz's book ' "The Liver and Gallbladder Miracle Cleanse" which you can download from his site at www.ener-chi.com . Next opt for the following proven 12-herb combination which has been reported to be virtually 100% successful against Hepatitis •
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I might also opt for a good blood support/liver tonic, such as the Blood Support tonic formulated by Jon Barron. There you have a protocol that should beat Hepatitis, especially Hep-C. Even if you never tested negative for the virus, although you very well might, it will not really matter because for all intents and purposes you will would be living a healthy life where the virus is totally suppressed at all times. If you do continue to test positive after the above suggestions and that is a big concern, come back with more colloidal silver and take it over a longer period of time. Given enough time and quantity, it will likely get the virus in the end. Personally, I would not worry all that much about it, knowing that I was going to be healthy regardless.
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A Plan for Living a Long and Healthy Life (Excerpted from the author’s book “How to Live a Long and Healthy Life”)
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extract, one of the most potent cancer-fighters and immune boosters to be found! For more information on this powerful magical mushroom, including an excellent source for ordering proven extracts based on the ABM mushroom , please see the section in this book titled “The Mushroom of the Gods”) AHCC (Also known as the brand name ImmPower, it is derived from the mycelia of several species of mushrooms including the shiitake. Very powerful anti-cancer properties have been reported.) Coriolus Versicolor extract (from the Asian Turkey Tail mushroom. Contains polysaccharides [PSK] and polysaccharopeptides [PSP])-- effective for acute leukemia and stomach, esophagus, colorectal, lung cancer; PS is effective with many types of cancer (at least early and mid-stage cancer), including lung cancer and particularly stomach & colon cancer; NCI reportedly stated that PSK has been "contemplated for use against...mammary cancer, gastrointestinal cancers, such as those of the esophagus, stomach...colon; lung...brain tumors" and that PSP "has...antitumor activities, inhibiting Ehrlich ascites tumors, leukemia, and sarcoma...gastric tumor, lymph, and monocytic leukemia"; good to take during chemo & radiation - including acute leukemia patients) Graviola (or Annona muricata. Reportedly, there are over twenty laboratory studies showing Graviola to be more powerful than Adriamycin, a commonly used chemotherapy. However, unlike Adriamycin which can make you very sick, knock out your hair, and even cause death (in some cases), Graviola does no collateral damage. There are no side effects. In laboratory studies, Graviola selectively hunts down and kills 12 different types of cancer cells (without harming healthy cells) including breast, prostate, lung, colon, and pancreatic cancer. Additionally, it actually boosts your immune system making the patient feel healthier and stronger and improves overall energy and outlook on life.) Paw Paw (Paw Paw belongs to the family of plants known as the Annonaceae and is a cousin to Graviola. One human trial of patients with diagnosed cancers of various kinds reported that as many as 8 in 10 found some benefit from using Paw Paw.) Fish Oil (EPA, eicosapentaenoic acid, and DHA, docosahexaenoic acid, are the two principal omega-3 fatty acids found in fish. The body can manufacture both EPA and DHA from another essential fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid (ALA) but only to a limited extent. Increased consumption of fish oil can help slow the progression of atherosclerosis and thereby prevent heart attacks, and also reduce risk of sudden death due to cardiac arrythmias. Omega-3 fatty acids reduce triglyceride levels, raise levels of HDL ("good" cholesterol, thin the blood, reduce levels of homocysteine and reduce blood pressure. EPA and DHA are useful in treating symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, especially in early stages of the disease, and in treatment of menstrual cramps, inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohn's disease), lupus, and IgA nephropathy. Omega-3s help depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia, attention deficit disorder, borderline personality disorder, dyslexia and cognitive impairment. Other uses of fish oils include asthma, Raynaud's phenomenon (abnormal sensitivity of hands and feet to cold), chronic fatigue syndrome, cystic fibrosis, osteoporosis, reducing the risk of prostate cancer and preventing weight loss during cancer chemotherapy. DHA is important for normal development and functioning of the brain and retina in the fetus and in infants and may also reduce the risk of premature delivery in pregnant women.) Alpha-linolenic Acid (ALA is an omega-3 fatty acid that, to a limited extent, can be converted in the body into two other important omega-3's — EPA (eicosapentaenoic acid) and DHA (docosahexaenoic acid). Of all the plant seeds, flaxseed (also known as flax seed or linseed) contains the highest concentration of ALA —in fact, 55% of the oil in flaxseed is ALA. Phytoplankton and algae are also rich sources. The oil from hemp and black currant seeds also contain, respectively, 19% and 13% ALA.) Alpha-lipoic acid (also known as a-lipoic acid, an anti-oxidant recharger, helps lower blood 141
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Concerns Regarding Soy History of Soybeans Soybeans come to us from the Orient. During the Chou Dynasty (1134-246 BC) the soybean was designated one of the five sacred grains, along with barley, wheat, millet and rice. However, the pictograph for the soybean, which dates from earlier times, indicates that it was not first used as a food; for whereas the pictographs for the other four grains show the seed and stem structure of the plant, the pictograph for the soybean emphasizes the root structure. Agricultural literature of the period speaks frequently of the soybean and its use in crop rotation. Apparently the soy plant was initially used as a method of fixing nitrogen. The soybean did not serve as a food until the discovery of fermentation techniques, sometime during the Chou Dynasty. Thus the first soy foods were fermented products like tempeh, natto, miso and shogu (soy or tamari sauce). At a later date, possibly in the 2nd century B.C., Chinese scientists discovered that a puree of cooked soybeans could be precipitated with calcium sulfate or magnesium sulfate (plaster of Paris or Epsom salts) to make a smooth pale curd -tofu or bean curd. The use of fermented and precipitated soy products soon spread to other parts of the Orient, notably Japan and Indonesia. Although the highly flavored fermented products have elicited greater interest among scientists and epicures, it is the bland precipitated products that are most frequently used, accounting for approximately 90% of the processed soybeans consumed in Asia today. The increased reliance on bean curd as a source of protein, which occurred between 700 A. D. and the present time, has not necessarily been a beneficial change for the populations of the Orient and Southeast Asia. Fit for Human Consumption? The Chinese, did not eat the soybean as they did other pulses (legumes) such as the lentil, because the soybean contains large quantities of a number of harmful a substances. First among them are potent enzyme inhibitors which block the action of trypsin and other enzymes needed for protein digestion. These "anti-nutrients" are not completely deactivated during ordinary cooking and can produce serious gastric distress, reduced protein digestion and chronic deficiencies in amino acid uptake. In test animals, diets high in trypsin inhibitors cause enlargement and pathological conditions of the pancreas, including cancer. The soybean also contains hemagglutinin, a clot promoting substance that causes red blood cells to clump together. Trypsin inhibitors and hemagglutinin have been rightly labeled growth depressant substances. Fortunately they are deactivated during the process of fermentation. However, in precipitated products, enzyme inhibitors concentrate in the soaking liquid rather than in the curd. Thus in tofu and bean curd, these enzyme inhibitors are reduced in quantity, but not completely eliminated. Soybeans are also high in phytic acid or phytates. This is an organic acid, present in the bran or hulls of all seeds, which blocks the uptake of essential minerals-calcium, magnesium, iron and especially zinc-in the intestinal tract. Although not a household word, phytates have been extensively studied. Scientists are in general agreement that grain and legume based diets high in phytates contribute to widespread mineral deficiencies in third world countries. Analysis shows that calcium, magnesium, iron and zinc are present in the plant foods eaten in these areas, but the high phytate content of soy and rice based diets prevents their absorption. The soybean has a higher phytate content than any other grain or legume that has been studied. 148
Furthermore, it seems to be highly resistant to many phytate reducing techniques such as long, slow cooking. Only a long period of fermentation will significantly reduce the phytate content of soybeans. Thus fermented products such as tempeh and miso provide nourishment that is easily assimilated, but the nutritional value of tofu and bean curd, both high in phytates, is questionable. When precipitated soy products are consumed with meat, the mineral blocking effects of the phytates are reduced. The Japanese traditionally eat tofu as part of a mineral-rich fish broth. Vegetarians who consume tofu and bean curd as a substitute for meat and dairy products risk severe mineral deficiencies. The results of calcium, magnesium and iron deficiency are well known, those of zinc are less so. Zinc is called the intelligence mineral because it is needed for optimal development and functioning of the brain and nervous system. It plays a role in protein synthesis and collagen formation, it Is involved in the blood sugar control mechanism and thus protects against diabetes; it is needed for a healthy reproductive system. Zinc is a key component in numerous vital enzymes and plays a role in the immune system. Phytates found in soy products interfere with zinc absorption more completely than with other minerals. Literature extolling soy products tends to minimize the role of zinc in human physiology, and to gloss over the deleterious effect of diets high in phytic acid. Milk drinking is given as the reason second generation Japanese in America grow taller than their native ancestors. Some investigators postulate that the reduced phytate content of the American diet-whatever maybe its other deficiencies-is the true explanation, pointing out that Asian and Oriental children who do not get enough meat and fish products to counteract the effects of a high phytate diet, frequently suffer rickets, stunting and other growth problems. Marketing the Soybean The truth is, however, that most Americans are unlikely to adopt traditional soy products as their principle food. Tofu, bean curd and tempeh have disagreeable texture and are too bland for the Western palate; pungent and tasty miso and natto lose out in taste; only soy sauce enjoys widespread popularity as a condiment. The soy industry has therefore looked for other ways to market the superabundance of soybeans now grown in the United States. Large scale cultivation of the soybean in the United States began only after the Second World War, and quickly rose to 140 billion pounds per year. Most of the crop is made into animal feed, soy oil for hydrogenated fats margarine and shortening. During the past 20 years, the industry has concentrated on finding markets for the byproducts of soy oil manufacture, including soy "lecithin", made from the oil sludge, and soy protein products, made from defatted soy flakes, a challenge that has involved overcoming consumer resistance to soy products, generally considered tasteless "poverty" foods. The quickest way to gain product acceptability in the less affluent society," said a soy industry spokesman, " ... is to have the product consumed on its own merit in a more affluent society."" Hence the proliferation of soy products resembling traditional American foods-soy milk for cows milk, soy baby formula, soy yogurt, soy ice cream, soy cheese, soy flour for baking and textured soy protein as meat substitutes, usually promoted as high protein, low-fat, no cholesterol "health foods" to the upscale consumer increasingly concerned about his health. The growth of vegetarianism among the more affluent classes has greatly accelerated the acceptability and use of these artificial products. Unfortunately they pose numerous dangers.
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Processing Denatures and Dangers Remain The production of soy milk is relatively simple. In order to remove as much of the trypsin inhibitor content as possible, the beans are first soaked in an alkaline solution. The pureed solution is then heated to about 115 degrees Centigrade in a pressure cooker. This method destroys most (but not all) of the anti-nutrients but has the unhappy side effect of so denaturing the proteins that they become very difficult to digest and much reduced in effectiveness. The phytate content remains in soy milk to block the uptake of essential minerals. In addition, the alkaline soaking solution produces a carcinogen, lysinealine, and reduces the cystine content, which is already low in the soybean. Lacking cystine, the entire protein complex of the soybean becomes useless unless the diet is fortified with cystine-rich meat, eggs, or dairy products. Most soy products that imitate traditional American food items, including baby formulas and some brands of soy milk, are made with soy protein isolate, which is the soy protein isolated from the carbohydrate and fatty acid components that naturally occur in the bean. Soy beans are first ground and subjected to high-temperature and solvent extraction processes to remove the oils. The resultant defatted meal is then mixed with an alkaline solution and sugars in a separation process to remove fiber. Then it is precipitated and separated using an acid wash. Finally the resultant curds are neutralized in an alkaline solution and spray dried at high temperatures to produce high protein powder. This is a highly refined product in which both vitamin and protein quality are compromised-but some trypsin inhibitors remain, even after such extreme refining. Trypsin inhibitor content of soy protein isolate can vary as much as 5-fold. In rats, even low level trypsin inhibitor soy protein isolate feeding results in reduced weight gain compared to controls. Soy product producers are not required to state trypsin inhibitor content on labels, nor even to meet minimum standards, and the public, trained to avoid dietary cholesterol, a substance vital for normal growth and metabolism, has never heard of the potent anti-nutrients found in cholesterol-free soy products. Soy Formula Is Not the Answer Soy protein isolate is the main ingredient of soy-based infant formulas. Along with trypsin inhibitors, these formulas have a high phytate content. Use of soy formula has caused zinc deficiency in infants. Aluminum content of soy formula is 10 times greater than milk based formula, and 100 times greater than unprocessed milk. Aluminum has a toxic effect on the kidneys of infants, and has been implicated as cause in Alzheimer's in adults. Soy milk formulas are often given to babies with milk allergy; but allergies to soy are almost as common as those to milk. Soy formulas lack cholesterol which is absolutely essential for the development of the brain and nervous system; they also lack lactose and galactose, which play an equally important role in the development of the nervous system. I would strongly discourage the use of soy formulas. Nitrosamines, which are potent carcinogens, are often found in soy protein foods, and are greatly increased during the high temperature drying process. Not surprisingly, animal feeding studies show a lower weight gain for rats on soy formula than those on whole milk, high-lactose formula; similar results have been observed in children on macrobiotic diets which include the use of soy milk and large amounts of whole grains. Children brought up on high-phytate diets tend to be thin and scrawny.
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Fabricated Soy Foods A final indignity to the original soy bean is high-temperature, high-pressure extrusion processing of soy protein isolate to product textured vegetable protein (TVP). Numerous artificial flavorings, particularly MSG, are added to TVP products to mask their strong "beany" taste, and impart the flavor of meat. Soy protein isolate and textured vegetable protein are used extensively in school lunch programs, commercial baked goods, diet beverages and fast food products. They are heavily promoted in third world countries and form the basis of many food give-away programs. These soy products greatly inhibit zinc and iron absorption; in test animals they cause enlarged organs, particularly the pancreas and thyroid gland, and increased deposition of fatty acids in the liver. Human feeding tests to determine the cholesterol lowering properties of soy protein isolate have not shown them to be effective. Nevertheless, they are often promoted as having beneficial effects on cholesterol levels. Cancer Preventing or Cancer Causing? The food industry also touts soy products for their cancer preventing properties. Isoflavone aglycones are anti-carcinogenic substances found in traditionally fermented soybean products. However, in non-fermented soy products such as tofu and soy milk, these isoflavones are present in an altered form as beta-glycoside conjugates, which have no anti-carcinogenic effect. Some researchers believe the rapid increase in liver and pancreatic cancer in Africa is due to the introduction of soy products there. The fatty acid profile of the soybean includes large amounts of beneficial omega-3 fatty acids compared to other pulses legumes); but these omega-3 fatty acids are particularly susceptible to rancidity when subjected to high pressures and temperatures. This is exactly what is required to remove oil from the bean, as soybean oil is particularly difficult to extract. Hexane or other solvents are always used to extract oil from soybeans, and traces remain in the commercial product. While fermented soy products contain protein, vitamins, anti-carcinogenic substances and important fatty acids, they can under no circumstances be called nutritionally complete. Like all pulses, the soybean lacks vital sulfur-containing amino acids cystine and methionine. These are usually supplied by rice and other grains in areas where the soybean is traditionally consumed. Soy should never be considered as a substitute for animal products like meat or milk. Claims that fermented soy products like tempeh can be relied on as a source of vitamin B12, necessary for healthy blood and nervous system, have not been supported by scientific research. Finally, soybeans do not supply all-important fat soluble vitamins D and preformed A (retinol) which act as catalysts for the proper absorption and utilization of all minerals and water soluble vitamins in the diet. These "fat soluble activators" are found only in certain animal foods such as organ meats, butter, eggs, fish and shellfish. Carotenes from plant foods and exposure to sunlight are not sufficient to supply the body's requirements for vitamins A and D. Soy products often replace animal products in third world countries where intake of B12 and fat soluble A and D are already low. Soy products actually increase requirements for vitamins B12 and D. Are soy products easy to digest, as claimed? Fermented soy products probably are; but unfermented products with their cargo of phytates, enzyme inhibitors, rancid fatty acids and altered proteins most certainly are not. Pet food manufacturers promote soy free dog and cat food as "highly digestible" 151
Only Fermented Soy Products Are Safe To summarize, traditional fermented soy products such as miso, natto and tempeh, which are usually made with organically grown soybeans, have a long history of use that is generally beneficial when combined with other elements of the Oriental diet including rice, sea foods, fish broth, organ meats and fermented vegetables. The value of precipitated soybean products is problematical, especially when they form the major source of protein in the diet. Modern soy products including soy milks and artificial meat and dairy products made from soy protein isolate and textured vegetable protein are new to the diet and pose a number of serious problems. The above information was abstracted from an article written by Sally Fallon and Mary Enig, Ph.D. (an international expert renown in the field of lipid chemistry) for Health Freedom News in September of 1995.
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Nuke that Microwave Oven! Toss the microwave ovens - the sooner the better! I would imagine that most of us have seen warnings about using microwave ovens for some time. The first ones I recall were way back in the radical seventies, when I learned that our standards for allowable microwaves were 100's of times less stringent than the world leading authorities in microwaves - the Soviet Union (the same folks that constantly bombarded our embassy in Moscow with microwaves). I also read reports that the incidence of cataracts among microwave users was alarmingly high - especially those that stood close to the microwave while it was in operation. And what made the cataracts really stand out was that they were "anterior cataracts" which formed further within the eye than normal cataracts which formed near the lens surface. Hard to miss the connection with microwave ovens, which cook food from the inside out. Dioxin Carcinogens cause cancer, especially breast cancer. Don't freeze your plastic water bottles with water as this also releases dioxins in the plastic. Dr. Edward Fujimoto (manager of the Wellness Program) at the Castle hospital was on a TV program explaining this health hazard. He was talking about dioxins and how bad they are for us. He said that we should not be heating our food in the microwave using plastic containers. This applies to foods that contain fat. He said that the combination of fat, high heat and plastics re leases dioxins into the food and ultimately into the cells of the body. Dioxins are carcinogens and highly toxic to the cells of our bodies. Instead, he recommends using glass, Corning Ware, or ceramic containers for heating food. You get the same results, without the dioxins. So such things as TV dinners, instant ramen and soups, etc., should be removed from the container and heated in something else. Paper isn't bad but you don't know what is in the paper. It's just safer to use tempered glass, Corning Ware, etc. He said we might remember when some of the fast food restaurants moved away from the foam containers to paper. The dioxin problem is one of the reasons. To add to this, Saran wrap placed over foods as they are nuked, with the high heat, actually drips poisonous toxins into the food, use paper towels. Pass this on to your family & friends & those that are important in your life. I had heard those warnings before, at least the ones about dioxins from the plastic. For proof that microwaves do something to plastic, just cook a dinner a bit longer than recommended and see where the plastic melts and turns to some kind of slag, and also mixes in with your food! Of look at some of your old Tupperware so-called microwavable dishes that have been used a long time and look at the mottled and dimpled surfaces where repeated zapping has altered the plastic. What I had not seen before though was the warning about freezing water bottles. After getting this latest warning, I decided to not just put my blinders on and continue making carcinogens. I thought, OK, I will just use corning ward or tempered glass. Just to make sure, I did some checking on microwaves. What I found was startling! To put it quite simply, whereas traditional cooking heats food with temperature and cooks food from the outside in, micro waved food is cooked from the inside out by bombarding the food with microwaves. Furthermore, microwaving alters food and creates chemical compounds that the 153
human body has not evolved or adapted to handle. I found that scientific clinical studies had been conducted by the Russians (THE microwave authorities) the Swiss and the Germans. In some instances these studies have been suppressed by industry, particularly where industry had charges brought against a researcher in Switzerland, and, after initially having the researcher convicted, fined and given a gag order, industry lost on appeal and had to pay the researcher for damages. Here are the consensus conclusions of the studies conducted in the three countries: 1). Continually eating food processed from a microwave oven causes long term - permanent brain damage by "shorting out" electrical impulses in the brain [de-polarizing or de-magnetizing the brain tissue]. 2). The human body cannot metabolize [break down] the unknown by-products created in micro waved food. 3). Male and female hormone production is shut down and/or altered by continually eating micro waved foods. 4). The effects of micro waved food by-products are residual [long term, permanent] within the human body. 5). Minerals, vitamins, and nutrients of all micro waved food is reduced or altered so that the human body gets little or no benefit, or the human body absorbs altered compounds that cannot be broken down. 6). The minerals in vegetables are altered into cancerous free radicals when cooked in microwave ovens. 7). Micro waved foods cause stomach and intestinal cancerous growths [tumors]. This may explain the rapidly increased rate of colon cancer in America. 8). The prolonged eating of micro waved foods causes cancerous cells to increase in human blood. 9). Continual ingestion of micro waved food causes immune system deficiencies through lymph gland and blood serum alterations. 10). Eating micro waved food causes loss of memory, concentration, emotional instability, and a decrease of intelligence." Perhaps instead of thinking of the minutes we save from the microwaves, we should think of the years and the nutrition we may be losing! My suggestion: if you want to save time, try a good convection oven. Whatever you cook with, do not overcook. It costs nutrients and causes carcinogens, even in foods besides meats.
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Things that Make Sugar Not so Sweet The following list is taken from the Article “126 Reasons Sugar Is Ruining Your Health” by Nancy Appleton, Ph.D. If you have a thing for sugar, you might want to copy this list and put it on your refrigerator or underneath your sugar bowl. 1. Sugar suppresses the immune system. 2. Sugar upsets the minerals in the body. 3. Sugar can cause hyperactivity, anxiety, difficulty concentrating, and crankiness in children. 4. Sugar can produce a significant rise in triglycerides. 5. Sugar contributes to the reduction in defense against bacterial infection. 6. Sugar causes a loss of tissue elasticity and function, the more sugar you eat the more elasticity and function you lose. 7. Sugar reduces high-density lipoproteins. 8. Sugar leads to chromium deficiency. 9. Sugar leads to cancer of the breast, ovaries, prostrate and rectum. 10. Sugar can increase fasting levels of glucose. 11. Sugar causes copper deficiency. 12. Sugar interferes with absorption of calcium and magnesium. 13. Sugar can weaken eyesight. 14. Sugar raises the level of neurotransmitters dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine. 15. Sugar can cause hypoglycemia. 16. Sugar can produce an acidic digestive track. 17. Sugar can cause a rapid rise of adrenaline levels in children. 18. Sugar malabsorption is frequent in patients with functional bowel disease. 19. Sugar can cause aging. 20. Sugar can lead to alcoholism. 21. Sugar can cause tooth decay. 22. Sugar contributes to obesity. 23. High intake of sugar increases the risk of Crohn's Disease, and ulcerative colitis. 24. Sugar can cause changes frequently found in person with gastric or duodenal ulcers. 25. Sugar can cause arthritis. 26. Sugar can cause asthma. 27. Sugar can cause Candida Albicans (yeast infections) 28. Sugar can cause gallstones. 29. Sugar can cause ischemic heart disease. 30. Sugar can cause appendicitis. 31. Sugar can cause multiple sclerosis. 32. Sugar can cause hemorrhoids. 33. Sugar can cause varicose veins. 34. Sugar can elevate glucose and insulin responses in oral contraceptive users. 35. Sugar can lead to periodontal disease. 36. Sugar can contribute to osteoporosis. 37. Sugar contributes to saliva acidity. 38. Sugar can cause a decrease in insulin sensitivity. 39. Sugar leads to decreased glucose tolerance. 40. Sugar can decrease growth hormone. 41. Sugar can increase cholesterol. 42. Sugar can increase the systolic blood pressure. 43. Sugar can cause drowsiness and decreased activity in children. 155
44. Sugar can cause migraine headaches. 45. Sugar can interfere with the absorption of protein. 46. Sugar causes food allergies. 47. Sugar can contribute to diabetes. 48. Sugar can cause toxemia during pregnancy. 49. Sugar can contribute to eczema in children. 50. Sugar can cause cardiovascular disease. 51. Sugar can impair the structure of DNA 52. Sugar can change the structure of protein. 53. Sugar can make our skin age by changing the structure of collagen. 54. Sugar can cause cataracts. 55. Sugar can cause emphysema. 56. Sugar can cause atherosclerosis. 57. Sugar can promote an elevation of low-density proteins (LDL). 58. Sugar can cause free radical in the blood stream. 59. Sugar lowers the enzymes ability to function. 60. Sugar can cause loss of tissue elasticity and function. 61. Sugar can cause a permanent altering the way the proteins act in the body. 62. Sugar can increase the size of the liver by making the liver cells divide. 63. Sugar can increase the amount of liver fat. 64. Sugar can increase kidney size and produce pathological changes in the kidney. 65. Sugar can damage the pancreas. 66. Sugar can increase the body's fluid retention. 67. Sugar is enemy #1 of the bowel movement. 68. Sugar can cause myopia (nearsightedness). 69. Sugar can compromise the lining of the capillaries. 70. Sugar can make the make the tendons more brittle. 71. Sugar can cause headaches. 72. Sugar can over-stress the pancreas. 73. Sugar can adversely affect school children's grades. 74. Sugar can cause an increase in delta, alpha and theta brain waves. 75. Sugar can cause depression. 76. Sugar increases the risk of gastric cancer. 77. Sugar and cause dyspepsia (indigestion). 78. Sugar can increase your risk of getting gout. 79. The ingestion of sugar can increase the levels of glucose in an oral glucose tolerance test over the ingestion of complex carbohydrates. 80. Sugar can increase the insulin responses in humans consuming high-sugar diets compared to low sugar diets. 81 Sugar increases bacterial fermentation in the colon. 82. Sugar can cause less effective functioning of two blood proteins, albumin and lipoproteins, which may reduce the body’s ability to handle fat and cholesterol. 83. There is a greater risk for Crohn's disease with people who have a high intake of sugar. 84. Sugar can cause platelet adhesiveness. 85. Sugar can cause hormonal imbalance. 86. Sugar can lead to the formation of kidney stones. 87. Sugar can lead to the hypothalamus to become highly sensitive to a large variety of stimuli. 88. Sugar can lead to dizziness. 89. High sucrose diet significantly increases serum insulin. 90. High sucrose diets of subjects with peripheral vascular disease significantly increases platelet adhesion. 156
91. High sugar diet can lead to biliary tract cancer. 92. High sugar diets tend to be lower in antioxidant micronutrients. 93. High sugar consumption of pregnant adolescents is associated with a twofold-increased risk for delivering a small-for-gestational-age (SGA) infant. 94. High sugar consumption can lead to substantial decrease in gestation duration among adolescents with high sugar diets. 95. Sugar slows food's travel time through the gastrointestinal tract. 96. Sugar increases the concentration of bile acids in stools and bacterial enzymes in the colon. This can modify bile to produce cancer-causing compounds and colon cancer. 97. Diets high in sugar can increase fasting blood glucose. 98. Sugar combines and destroys phosphatase, an enzyme, which makes the process of digestion more difficult. 99. Sugar can be a risk factor of gallbladder cancer. 100. Sugar is an addictive substance. 101. Sugar can be intoxicating, similar to alcohol. 102. Sugar can exacerbate PMS. 103. Sugar suppresses lymphocytes. 104. Decrease in sugar can increase emotional stability. 105. The body changes sugar into 2 to 5 times more fat in the bloodstream than it does starch. 106. The rapid absorption of glucose promotes excessive food intake in obese subjects. 107. Sugar can worsen the symptoms of children with attention deficit disorder (ADD). 108. Sugar adversely affects urinary electrolyte composition. 109. Sugar can slow down the ability of the adrenal glands to function. 110. Sugar has the potential of inducing abnormal metabolic processes in a normal healthy individual and to promote chronic degenerative diseases. 111. Adolescents consuming high sugar diets are at increased risk for delivering small-forgestational-age infants. 112. High sucrose intake could be an important risk factor in lung carcinogenesis. 113. Sugar increases the risk of polio. 114. High sugar intake can cause epileptic seizures. 115. Sugar is an addictive substance. 116. Intensive Care Units: Sugar limit saves lives 117. Sugar feeds cancer cells. 118. Sugar causes high blood pressure in obese people. 119. I.Vs (intravenous feedings) of sugar water can cut off oxygen to the brain. 120. Sugar increases estradiol (the most potent form of naturally occurring estrogen) in men. 121. Sugar can lower the amount of Vitamin E in the blood. 122. Sugar can cause free radicals in the blood stream. 123. Sugar can contribute to Alzheimer's disease. 124. Sugar given to premature babies often produces high blood sugar, causing them to lose precious sugar, water and salts through the urine, putting them at risk for dehydration and electrolyte imbalances. 125. Sugar given to premature babies can also affect the amount of carbon dioxide premature infants produce, exacerbating problems for those with lung disorders. 126. High sugar diets are linked to violence in prisoners. Good sugar substitutes: Stevia and Lo Han, both commonly found in health food stores and many grocers.
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How to Cleanse Your Liver – Two Approaches First, Doing it ALL By Yourself: The following liver cleanse was kindly contributed by one of our correspondents who wishes to remain anonymous: Ingredients 1/2 Cup Olive Oil Extra Virgin (= 1.25 dl) 1 Big grapefruit (2 small) (Or 3 lemons) 4 tablespoon EPSOM salts = ( MgSO4 + 7H2O) (EPSOM salts = Magnesium Sulphate = EPSOMITE = Magnesium Sulfate Heptahydrate) 3 cups water (=750 dl) (1 cup = 250 ml = 2.5 dl = 0.25 l ) You can substitute 3 cups water (=750 dl) (that is used in this recipe to dissolve Epsom salt) with 3 cups freshly pressed grapefruit juice, or freshly pressed apple juice . That way you will not feel unpleasant taste of Magnesium Sulphate (Magnesium Sulfate = Epsom salt = MgSO4 + 7H2O) ] If using lemon juice, do not blend juice with oil. Drink little oil, little juice, from 2 different cups. If you mix oil and juice, it may (it doesn't happen always) slightly congeal, and get a slimy consistence that is not easy to swallow. It never happens with grapefruit juice! Choose a day like Saturday for the cleanse, since you will be able to rest the next day. Take no medicines, vitamins or pills that you can do without as they could prevent success. Eat a no-fat breakfast and lunch such as cooked cereal with fruit, fruit juice, bread and preserves or honey (no butter or milk), baked potato or other vegetables with salt only. This allows the bile to build up and develop pressure in the liver. Higher pressure pushes out more stones. 2:00 PM. Do not eat or drink after 2 o'clock. If you break this rule you could feel quite ill later. Get your Epsom salts ready. Mix 4 tbs. in 3 cups water and pour this into a jar. (You can substitute 3 cups water with 3 cups freshly pressed grapefruit juice, or freshly pressed apple juice.) This makes four servings, 3/4 cup each. Set the jar in the refrigerator to get ice cold (this is for convenience and taste only). 6:00 PM. 158
Drink one serving (3/4 cup) of the ice cold Epsom salts. If you did not prepare this ahead of time, do it right now. You may also add 1/8 tsp. of powdered vitamin C to improve the taste. You may also drink a few mouthfuls of water afterwards or rinse your mouth. Get the olive and grapefruit out to warm up. 8:00 PM. Repeat by drinking another 3/4 cup of Epsom salts. You haven't eaten since two o'clock, but you won't feel hungry. Get your bedtime chores done. The timing is critical for success; don't be more than 10 minutes early or late. 9:45 PM. Pour 1/2 cup (measured) olive oil into the pint jar. Squeeze the grapefruit by hand into the measuring cup. Remove pulp with fork. You should have at least 1/2 cup, more (up to 3/4 cup) is best. You may top it up with lemonade. Add this to the olive oil. Close the jar tightly with the lid and shake hard until watery (only fresh grapefruit does this). Now visit the bathroom one or more times, even it makes you late for your ten o'clock drink. Don't be more than 15 minutes late. 10:00 PM. Drink the potion you have mixed. Drinking through a large plastic straw helps it go down easier. (Editors note- don't, just stomach the terrible taste...and it is horrendous- be forewarned...but that's part of the cleanse, you can deal with it just like we have). Take it to your bedside if you want, but drink it standing up. Get it down within 5 minutes (fifteen minutes for very elderly or weak persons). Lie down immediately. You might fail to get stones out if you don't. The sooner you lie down the more stones you will get out. Be ready for bed ahead of time. Don't clean up the kitchen. As soon as the drink is down walk to your bed and lie down flat on your back with your head up high on the pillow. Try to think about what is happening in the liver. Try to keep perfectly still for at least 20 minutes. You may feel a train of stones traveling along the bile ducts like marbles. There is no pain because the bile duct valves are open (thank you Epsom salts!). Go to sleep. You may fail to get stones out if you don't Next morning: Upon awakening take your third dose of Epsom salts. If you have indigestion or nausea wait until it is gone before drinking the Epsom salts. You may go back to bed. Don't take this potion before 6:00 AM. 2 hours later. Take your fourth (the last) dose of Epsom salts. Drink 3/4 cups of the mixture. You may go back to bed. After 2 more hours you may eat. Start with fresh fruit juice. Half an hour later eat fruit. One hour later you may eat regular food but keep it light. By supper you should feel recovered. How well did you do? Expect diarrhea in the morning. Use a flashlight to look for gallstones in the toilet with the bowel movement. Look for the green kind since this is proof that they are genuine gallstones, not food residue. Only bile from the liver is pea green. The bowel movement sinks but gallstones float 159
because of the cholesterol inside. Count them all roughly, whether tan or green. You will need to total 2,000 stones before the liver is clean enough to rid you of allergies or bursitis or upper back pains permanently. The first cleanse may rid you of them for a few days, but as the stones from the rear travel forward, they give you the same symptoms again. You may repeat cleanses at two week intervals. Never cleanse when you are ill. [Editors note: I started passing chaff through normal bowel movements after my 4th colon cleansing fast, approximately after a total of 4x14= 56 days of total colon cleansing within 9 months. The chaff continued in normal bowel movements for 8 months! Thousands of tiny stones, looked like small popcorn and small bee pollen granules, others looked like moth wings. Sometime I would drop at one bowel movement 50-100 pea size stones that would float in the water. It was truly an experience. Almost daily for 8 months! When I did my first Dr. Clark's liver cleanse I immediately dropped over 200 pea size green and tan stones, and when I examined them I was shocked. They crushed in my fingers and what I found was pure fat, pure cholesterol. Can you imagine hundreds of them. Also in my second liver cleanse I had the same experience]. Sometimes, the bile ducts are full of cholesterol crystals that did not form into round stones. They appear as "chaff" floating on top of the toilet bowl water. It may be tan colored, harboring millions of tiny white crystals. Cleansing this chaff is just as important as purging the stones. How safe is the liver cleanse? It is very safe. My opinion is based on over 500 cases, including many persons in their seventies and eighties. None went to the hospital; none even reported pain. However it can make you feel quite ill for one or two days afterwards, although in every one of these cases the maintenance parasite program had been neglected. This is why the instructions direct you to complete the parasite and kidney rinse program first. This procedure contradicts many modern medical viewpoints. Gallstones are thought to be formed in the gallbladder, not the liver. They are though to be few, not thousands. They are not linked to pains other than gallbladder attacks. It is easy to understand why this thought: by the time you have acute pain attacks, some stones are in the gallbladder, are big enough and sufficiently calcified to see on X-ray, and have caused inflammation there. When the gallbladder is removed the acute attacks are gone, but the bursitis and other pains and digestive problems remain. The truth is self-evident. People who have had their gallbladder removed surgically still get plenty of green, bile coated stones, and anyone who cares to dissect their stones can see that the concentric circles and crystals of cholesterol match textbook pictures of "gallstones" exactly."
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Another Liver Cleanse: With a Little Help from Jon Barron This plan from Jon Barron of The Barron Report and Baseline Nutritionals, cleans the liver, gall bladder, kidneys and blood. Jon's 5-Day Liver Gallbladder Flush First thing on rising, drink 8 oz of pure water to flush your digestive tract. An hour later, in a blender, mix up 8 oz of any fresh squeezed citrus juice (fresh squeezed apple juice or grape juice with all the sediment will work too), one lemon, 1 clove (not the whole bulb, just one clove) of garlic (increase by 1 clove each day), 1 tablespoon of olive oil (increase by 1 tablespoon each day), and a piece of ginger (about 1" long) along with 4-8 ounces of pure water. It helps to first slice the ginger cross-grain into 1/8 inch slices to minimize the size of the fibers. Then blend the garlic and ginger in a small amount of liquid to minimize "chunking" before adding the bulk of the liquid. Drink it down and follow with a fresh juice chaser to clear your mouth (If desired). I know this is hard to believe, but this drink actually tastes great -- sort of like a tangy Orange Julius. Here's why. Most people are not aware that fast food outlets rarely use any dairy in their "ice cream" shakes. They use vegetable oil. When you whip the oil at high speed, it gets creamy. Well, the same thing happens with the olive oil: when mixed in your blender at high speed, it makes the drink really thick and creamy -- like there was ice cream in it. Fifteen minutes after consuming this drink, follow with 2 cups of the liver/detox tea. It is also important to take 12 droppers full of the liver/detox tincture each day (spread throughout the day) while on the 5-day cleanse -- and continuing after until the bottle is gone. (Again, a dropper full is the amount that fills a dropper when you squeeze and let go -- about half the physical dropper.) The Detox Diet It is extremely beneficial to incorporate a 2-day raw food and 3-day juice-fast into your 5-day cleanse. (Actually, I usually do a 5 day juice fast while on the detox.) Day 1 During the morning (after your cleansing drink and stopping one hour before lunch), eat all the live FRESH fruit or vegetable juice you want. Beet juice is especially good. In general, do not mix your fruit and vegetable juices together, and feel free to dilute your juices. (Certain combinations such as carrot and apple work together, but unless you know for sure, don’t mix fruit and vegetable). Make sure to swish all juices thoroughly in the mouth before swallowing. For lunch you can have more diluted juice, or a raw vegetable or sprout salad. Absolutely do not use bottled dressing. Make your own dressing from fresh olive oil and lemon or apple cider vinegar (organic non-distilled is by far the best) and any fresh herbs and spices you of your choice. (Even better is to use no oil in your dressing. See note on fats below.) If you are hungry throughout the day, feel free to snack on fresh vegetables or juices. For dinner eat fresh fruit or fruit juice or fruit smoothes. 161
Days 2-4 After your morning flush, drink diluted juices and herbal tea throughout the day -- as much as you can drink. Try to consume 128 ounces during the day. Avoid all oils and fats. Also recommended throughout the day is to consume cups of potassium broth. Potassium broth takes advantage of the fact that the outside of a potato is one of the highest plant sources of potassium. Take the peelings (1/4" to 1/2" including the skin) of several potatoes. Do NOT use the inside. Add other well chopped vegetables to taste including carrots (with skin), celery , whole beets (including greens), fresh parsley, and lots of onion and garlic (up to 50 cloves). Simmer for 40-60 minutes in a covered pot using clean filtered water. Strain out the vegetables, cool and drink the broth. Refrigerate leftover broth in glass containers in the refrigerator for use over the next couple of days. As much as possible, do not add spices to the potassium broth. If you must, though, you can add a little "Bragg Liquid Aminos" or real Tamari sauce for flavor. Day 5 Same as Day 1 Days 6-8 Very clean diet of organic or locally grown produce – fruits and vegetables. Remember, your body will suck up whatever you put into it right after the cleanse. Eating fried chicken and Ding Dongs, for example, immediately after detoxing, will almost totally nullify the entire detox. Notes on Liver Detox Tea The tea helps with the flushing process itself, but also helps minimize any discomfort or nausea. The key herb in the tea is dandelion root, one of the strongest herbal lipotropics known. That is to say, it flushes fat deposits from the liver. Other herbs that you will find in the tea include things like: ginger, clove, cinnamon, burdock root, and horsetail. Incidentally, some of the other herbs used in the tea (such as uva ursi, parsley root, and juniper berries) are also extremely beneficial to the kidneys. Two cups of the tea should be consumed fifteen minutes after drinking your citrus and olive oil flush. But several cups can and should be consumed throughout the day. In fact, consuming the liver/detox tea as a regular part of your diet is a pleasant and tasty way to continually optimize your health. (Feel free to sweeten the tea with honey or real maple syrup as desired.) You will want a small tea strainer to clean out the small tea bits in the water. I like to make my tea in a big 8 quart Dutch Oven pot. I fill the pot the night before and add 4-5 tablespoons of Tea, which I let soak overnight. In the morning I simmer for 20 minutes. Then I turn the heat to as low as it goes to keep the tea warm and scoop out cups as I want during the day. I’ll drink 5-8 cups a day. At night, I turn off the heat and just top the pot off with water and add 2 more tablespoons of tea to the mix and repeat the simmering process in the morning. Each day, the tea just gets stronger and richer. Notes on Taking the Liver Tincture and Blood Cleanser To keep things simple, I use 4 droppers of both the liver tincture and the blood cleanser three times a day during the flush. That’s 12 droppers of each a day. Since each bottle contains about 162
60 droppers, that means I finish the two bottles in 5 to 5 ½ days. There’s no way to make these tinctures taste good. They are very bitter. I put my 8 droppers in about 1 oz of juice (for this, bottled apple juice works fine) and shoot it down like a shot of bad whiskey. Then I chase with a swig of plain juice to clean the palette. (Note: The blood cleanser is not actually part of the liver detox, but I like to combine my liver and blood cleanse into one operation. It's not essential to do it that way, but it makes sense.) What You Need to Know About Fats The way the flush works is that you starve your body of fats all day. This allows bile to build up in your liver and gallbladder. Then, in the morning, you have your only intake of fat (1-5 tablespoons of olive oil, depending on which day of the flush you're on). This causes the liver and gallbladder to literally "wring themselves out" in an attempt to deal with the oil -- squeezing out accumulated fat, cholesterol, and toxins in the process. The more fat that you consume during the day, the more you minimize the purging action of the olive oil drink. In other words, it's best to avoid all fats and oils during the liver/gallbladder flush. Note: the purging action gets progressively stronger each day on the flush. On the last day, when you consume 5 tablespoons of olive oil, that works out to a half cup of oil in one shot. That really squeezes the liver and gallbladder.. Needed Cleansers •
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Psyllium husks taken daily will help keep things moving and minimize toxic build up. I usually take a tablespoon of psyllium with 8 oz of water about an hour after my morning olive oil drink and at around 6 pm with my Activator to keep everything moving. (Note: if you are allergic to psyllium, use oat bran instead. Do NOT use ground flaxseed during the liver flush as it contains a lot of oil.)
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Colon Cleansing Bowel movements are the basis of your health. If you don't have at least 1 bowel movement per day, you are already walking your way toward disease. Man's body has not changed very much in the past several thousand years... however man's diet has certainly changed a lot. All the refined sugar, white flour, hormone/antibiotics-filled meats we constantly ingest constitute an assault on our bodies. We are continuously violating our bodies by eating terrible foods. Colon cancer is the 2nd leading cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. A constipated system is one in which the transition time of toxic wastes is slow. The longer the "transit time," the longer the toxic waste matter sits in our bowel, which allows them to putrefy, ferment and possibly be reabsorbed. The longer your body is exposed to putrefying food in your intestines, the greater the risk of developing disease. Even with one bowel movement per day, you will still have at least three meals worth of waste matter putrefying in your colon at all times. Disease usually begins with a toxic bowel. Those having fewer bowel movements are harboring a potentially fertile breeding ground for serious diseases. Infrequent or poor quality bowel movements over an extended period of time may be very hazardous to your health. A Proper Colon Cleansing Program Removes the Mucoid Plaque From the Colon. Even a thin layer of mucoid plaque weakens the body. Nature intended mucoid plaque to be sloughed off. But due to stress and diet, most Americans have many hardened layers of mucoid plaque. The healthy colon weighs about 4 pounds. One autopsy revealed a colon choked with 40 pounds of impacted mucoid plaque! A proper colon cleanse and detoxification program prepares your body for optimal health by removing the mucoid plaque. The person on a typical Western Diet holds 8 meals of undigested food and waste material in the colon, while the person on the high fiber diet holds only 3. Every One Can Benefit From A Good Colon Cleansing Program Whether or not your bowel is clean or dirty, or whether or not you have mucoid plaque inside your bowel, everyone benefits from doing a colon cleanse. It improves your health and your well being. A good cleansing program should always begin by removing the waste in your colon, the last portion of your food processing chain. If you attempt to clean your liver, blood, or lymph system without first addressing a waste filled bowel, the excreted toxins will only get recycled back into your body. So, all congestion and toxins must be removed, and it must begin with cleansing of the bowel. It takes more time and effort than a liver cleanse, but it is well worth it. It is said that death begins in the colon, and indeed colon cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in American men. The average person has eight meals in their colon, yet it was designed for only three. Anywhere from 5 to as many as 40 pounds of decaying and rotted matter may be trapped in your colon. For more information, and to find out how to embark on your own colon cleansing program, go to http://www.healingdaily.com/colon-kidney-detoxification/herbal-colon-cleansing.htm and http://www.healingdaily.com/colon-kidney-detoxification/colon-health.htm.
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Diet "Six of the ten leading causes of death are directly related to diet." Dr. Julian Witaker)
"We believe that diet is directly or indirectly implicated in almost all diseases . . . It is our serious and sincere contention that if doctors taught their patients only about the dangers of foods and (bad) practices, the medicinal drug companies would soon have to diversify their interests - or face insolvency." The National Health Foundation
"Leave your drugs in the chemist's pots if you can cure your patient with food." Hippocrates, 420BC It is a well-known fact that the great majority of today's processed foods are made with the primary considerations of taste, texture, appearance, shelf life and profit. Sadly, the all-important considerations, these being the nutritional value and the effect that the product will have upon the consumer are usually secondary considerations by too many manufacturers. As a result, we now have a vast number of good tasting, good looking and long lasting food products whose main ingredients are refined sugar, highly refined grains (especially bleached flour), and highly refined, hydrogenated fats. The remainder of the ingredients usually amount to little more than a combination of chemical preservatives and flavor, color and texture enhancers. If we normally ate healthy foods and only ate such adulterated products on rare occasions, it would not be so bad, but as it is, the vast majority of families are now using such foods as their primary source of nourishment - with the devastating results of increasing child obesity and increasing heart disease, high blood pressure, cancer and other debilitating diseases as we grow older. Even among many of us who have yet to experience disease, we are afflicted with lack of energy, constipation, and ever-recurring illnesses. Just about all the information you need to have a very healthy diet so that you avoid illness and disease, have more energy and live longer is contained in this book under the "Good Things to Do and Consume" and the sections that follow. If losing weight is also a concern, as it is for many of us, the formula is really quite simple, despite all of the fads that come and go: Take in fewer calories than you burn! That means eating the right foods in smaller portions and doing moderate exercise to take off weight and increase your metabolism. It really is that simple. It's just a matter of doing it, and your reward will be looking much better, feeling much better, enjoying life much more and living much longer.
A quick weight loss plan: From one of my favorite sources of alternative therapies and supplements, Jon Barron, here is a great short term program (2-3 weeks at a time) for losing a quick 6-8 pounds:
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Morning: 20 ounce glass of 50% fresh Orange Juice, 25% organic aloe vera juice, 25% filtered or distilled water. With nuts (5 almonds and 4 walnut halves). Midday: Tablespoon of flax oil along with a tablespoon of organic cottage cheese. Or 2 tablespoons flax seeds ground up and mixed with 1 cup diluted juice. 4:30: Large (20 oz shake). 2 tbs Accelerator or similar product (you many find Accelerator at www.baselinenutritionals.com) 1/2 banana Handful frozen organic strawberries or raspberries or half raspberries and blueberries 1/2 cup pineapple coconut juice 1 cup water 6:00: One tbs psyllium powder in diluted juice. 8:00: one apple, which will actually be quite filling As needed, throughout the day, Warp Speed. Obviously, you can substitute juices and fruit in the above menu as desired -- within reason. Keep in mind, berries work well because they are low glycemic fruits. Do this Monday and Tuesday. Eat normally on Wednesday (good proteins and vegetables -- avoiding refined grains, sugars, and starches). You never want to go more than two days in a row on a low calorie program in order to keep your metabolic rate up (more than 2 days in a row of low calorie and your metabolism begins to drop) and to reward yourself. Repeat shake days on Thursday and Friday. Repeat Wednesday's sensible meals on Saturday and Sunday. You'll lose weight rapidly on this program -- and feel really good in the process. Again, keep in mind this is a short term program for 2-3 weeks at a time. For more intensive weight-loss, you will have to go on a slower, more balanced, and more sustainable program.
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How to Easily Reach and Maintain a Healthy Weight for the Rest of Your Life The four simple principals of weight loss: 1. We are designed by nature to eat a large amount of food whenever it is abundant. This is why dieting almost always fails. Let us suppose we could go back in time 10,000 years ago and snatch a newborn baby and bring it into the present. We would then proceed to raise this prehistoric baby the same way we raise modern infants. Do you realize that when this prehistoric baby grew up you would not be able to tell it apart from any other person walking the planet today? It would look like anyone else, talk like anyone else, be as smart or as dumb as anyone else and probably be overweight as well! In other words, even though our world today is so dramatically different then 10,000 years ago we are essentially the exact same animal. When our species ran around tens of thousands of years ago in the jungle food was scarce and we had to exert a tremendous amount of calories to obtain it. We only put on weight when food was plentiful because inevitably we would need these fat stores to survive when food again became scarce. This isn't the case anymore. Nowadays food is all over the place each and every day. A simple stroll to the fridge is all that's required. We inevitably fail at dieting and start eating and eating and eating simply because we are designed by nature to eat a large amount of food whenever it is abundant. It is as natural to us as taking a breath. 2. A calorie is a calorie is a calorie. Weight loss is a relatively simple physiological process. Notice I said "simple" not "easy". All that is necessary is that we burn more calories in a day than we consume. Dieting gurus have succeeded in confusing the issue beyond belief and have made themselves rich in the process. They actually have Americans convinced that eating one type of food as opposed to another will cause you to lose weight. Ridiculous! The reason people can lose weight on a high protein diet or a high carbohydrate diet or even a high fat diet is simply that they are on a diet period! They are simply consuming less calories in a day then they are burning. What types of foods the calories come from is irrelevant. One could conceivably lose weight on a "cheese cake" diet as well. If you don't believe me here's a cheese cake diet I guarantee you will lose weight on. "Eat two pieces of cheese cake a day and nothing else"! As long as you're not consuming more calories in a day than you are burning you will lose weight. What people are really doing when they are dieting is walking around all day hungry and craving food. They will inevitably give in and start eating again. In most cases they will put back on all the weight they've lost and then some. Stop worrying about the kinds of calories you consume. I realize all the dieting gurus are running around advising everyone to eat a diet low in saturated fats and high in fruits and vegetables. This is good advice for overall health but totally unrealistic. If you follow this advice you're destined to walk around all day craving fats and being hungry which brings us back to principle #1 "we are designed by nature to eat large amounts of food whenever it is abundant". But let's not forget principle #2. A calorie is a calorie is a calorie! 3. Exercise is not a natural act. 168
Exercise is not a natural act. We are designed by nature to conserve our energy. Our bodies have feedback mechanisms designed to make exercise miserable. This prevents us from overexerting ourselves and helps us conserve energy. We do not like to be out of breath. We do not like to feel the burning fatigue in our muscles. We do not like to get hot, and sweaty. We feel great when it's over, I'm not denying it, but we dread having to do it. Americans spend billions on exercise equipment each year. They purchase their new "Stair Master" or "Butt Blaster" or "Soloflex" or "Nordiflex" or "The Total Gym". Or they buy the latest exercise videos such as "Tae Bo" or the latest version of videos by Richard Simmons. They enthusiastically start their exercise program and confide to everyone how much better they feel....for about a week or two. Then they discover that exercising even with their brand new exercise machine or video tape is a hard, miserable experience. So they stop. They stop until they see their next machine or video that promises a fun and easy way to fitness. Then the cycle starts again. How many pieces of exercise equipment have you bought? How many videos? How many memberships to the local health clubs? You see we are designed by nature to avoid misery and conserve energy. Running from a lion that is trying to eat us is a natural act, but exercising for the sake of exercising is not. We still must do it if we want to lose weight but we need to exercise as "smart" as we possibly can. We need to gain the maximum benefit from the most minimal effort. But please, let's stop being in denial about it. Exercise is not a natural act! 4. We must dramatically raise our metabolic rate. Anyone who succeeded in losing weight and keeping it off did so by raising their metabolic rate. Metabolic rate is the rate at which we burn calories in a given day. People with high metabolic rates tend to be slender. People with low metabolic rates tend to be fat. Metabolic rate can be increased over time with regular exercise unfortunately most people are doing the wrong type of exercise. Most people who exercise do aerobic exercise. Things like bicycling, jogging, walking, workout videos. This I feel is a mistake. It's not that you can't lose some weight this way but it is not very effective. In other words you need to do a lot of it and you still need to walk around all day starving. It's great for your overall health and stamina but for many people this exercise is time consuming and either boring or extremely miserable. Remember, exercise is not a natural act! That's why most people give up with these types of routines especially when they lose little or no weight for all their efforts. Prior to being successful at losing weight I was a devoted jogger. Though I hated it I jogged an average of 4-5 days a week for almost four years. After four years of jogging I actually weighed 20 pounds more than when I started. I went from a size 34 waist to a size 40! Aerobic exercise is a big reason why Americans are more obese than ever before. Nevertheless for us to ever succeed at losing weight and keeping it off we must dramatically increase our metabolic rate. More about this later. Let's quickly review these four principles. •
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won't keep doing it because exercise is not a natural act. This leaves us with only one realistic choice. We need to significantly increase our metabolic rate, or the rate at which we burn calories in a given day. A generally excepted rule is that 3500 calories equals one pound of fat. Now suppose our bodies burn 2,000 calories a day and we eat 2,500 calories a day. That means we would be consuming 500 calories a day more than we are burning. Guess what happens. We will gain approximately one pound of fat every week. (500 calories per day x 7 days = 3500 calories or one pound). If we continue at this rate we will gain 52 pounds in one year! But let's say that instead of our body burning 2,000 calories per day we could raise our metabolic rate to 3,000 calories a day. As long as we continue to eat 2,500 calories a day we would begin to lose one pound per week or 52 pounds in one year! To significantly raise our metabolic rate we are going to have to exercise. Now since exercise is not a natural act we must do as little of it as possible so that we don't give up at it. The way to exercise without giving up is, instead of exercising the old-fashioned "dumb way", exercise the "smart way". Exercising the "smart way" requires only 12-15 minutes twice a week! First we must understand that to raise metabolic rate significantly we need to build more muscle mass in our bodies. You see muscle cells are wonderful "calorie burning" cells. Conversely, fat cells are terrible at burning calories. Therefore when we increase our muscle mass we can dramatically increase our metabolic rate or the amount of calories a day that we burn. Muscle cells burn calories 24 hours a day 7 days a week. Even when we are sleeping and not using them they still require a lot of calories. Once we raise our metabolic rate above the amount of calories that we are eating in a day the pounds of fat begin to effortlessly melt away. This is exactly why aerobic exercise usually fails to help meet our weight loss goals. It simply is not a very effective way to build muscle mass. It is also the reason why I believe that dieting without doing exercise the "smart way" is actually damaging to your health! Let me explain. Never diet unless you are going to exercise the "smart way". When you diet you are essentially starving your body of the nutrients it needs. To make up for these lost calories your body supposedly will begin breaking down your fat cells and using them for fuel. In reality this is not what really happens. If you diet without exercising the "smart way" your body does not choose it's fat stores for fuel it actually chooses your muscle cells! That's right, it starts destroying muscle cells for fuel. As time goes on your muscle mass decreases. This of course further reduces your metabolic rate. Now when you stop dieting and begin eating again you put all the weight back on and then some because you have reduced your metabolic rate by destroying your muscle mass! Yo Yo syndrome! This is the very reason why so many people lose weight and then put it all back on and more when they go off their diet. Does this sound familiar? Now if you are doing aerobic exercise while dieting the results are not quite as bad. At least you are working the most important MUSCLE in your body. Therefore at least this muscle will not deteriorate. Any idea what the most important muscle in your body is? You got it...your HEART. Now follow this logic. When you diet without exercising at all you are actually damaging your heart muscle! After all it's a muscle too. If you find all this hard to believe lets go back to principle #1. "We are designed by nature to eat a large amount of food whenever it is abundant." When our species was in the jungle 10,000 years 170
ago and they were starving they were out there working hard to find food. Men were hunting for game. They were sharpening spears and making axes. They were climbing up hills and mountains. Women were digging up roots and gathering plants for food all day long while carrying their children on their hip! Their bodies chose to burn up their fat stores instead of their muscle mass because their bodies needed this muscle mass to find or hunt for food. Conversely when you diet without exercising in the modern world your body senses that it is starving but this time it realizes that it does not need all this muscle mass. Therefore it chooses to digest muscle rather than fat so that it can lower metabolic rate. By lowering metabolic rate the body can adjust to the reduction in calories and ward off starvation. It lowers metabolic rate by reducing the calorie burning cells in our bodies....our muscles. 10,000 years ago people were not watching TV and waiting until they lost 10 pounds so they could eat again! They were out in the world working their muscles in an effort to find food. How to exercise the "smart way" instead of the "dumb way". We need to maximize the benefits of exercise while reducing the misery. So, we need to do as little of it as possible because as you've probably heard, exercise is not a natural act. First we must do exercises that are designed to build muscle rather than cardiovascular conditioning. What we need to do is weight training exercises. As we build more and more muscle we burn more and more calories each and every day. Over time this causes us to begin losing fat. It was once believed that the more sets one did the more muscle one would build. This is the very reason why people who are serious about losing weight often spend hours and hours per week in the gym. This theory has now been proven totally wrong. As a matter of fact weight training too much can actually have a detrimental effect on muscle growth. If you weight train too much you can actually lose muscle mass! Now since we want to put as much muscle mass on us as possible we need to work all the major muscle groups in the body. By working the major muscles we can maximize the muscle mass we can build in the shortest period of time. Here is a weight loss workout you can easily to twice per week. Bench Press 8-12 reps one set. (Works chest and arms) Standing Military press 8-12 reps one set. (Works shoulders) Barbell bent over rows 8-12 reps one set. (Works back muscles) Lat pull downs one set 8-12 reps. (Works Lat muscles) Leg Squats 8-12 reps one set.(Works legs) Sit-ups till exhaustion one set. (Works abdominal muscles) Now this is an exercise program you should be able to live with. This workout requires no more than twelve to fifteen minutes of effort twice per week! And when I say 12-15 minutes I mean 1215 minutes. If you are in a hurry, you might be able to do this workout in as little as 8-10 minutes. When I'm in a hurry I can actually do this workout in less than 8-10 minutes! Vary the order of exercises often to keep it from getting too boring. The specific exercises you do are not as important as understanding the concept. If you don't particularly like this work out you can easily design your own workout by purchasing a "weight training" book at your local book store. Just remember to try to work as many of the major muscle groups as possible. You must also get familiar with how much weight or resistance to use with each exercise. It is important to 171
use enough weight or resistance so that you can do at least 8 repetitions, but no more than 12 repetitions. Within a very few weeks you will know you're building muscle mass because you will need to add more and more weight or resistance to keep your reps between 8-12. Overtime, I guarantee you will lose more weight than starving all day long and exercising yourself half to death doing an aerobic routine. This simple 12 minute plan is an extremely powerful and effective weight loss program. This work out is effective for both men and women. You will need to purchase some equipment to do this workout if you don't already have it. Typically one can do all the exercises listed by purchasing a weight bench set that enables you to do lat pulls as well. You do not necessarily need to purchase free weights like I use. Any piece of equipment that allows you to work most or all of the major muscle groups will do nicely. More than likely you either own this equipment already or know of someone who has it and is not using it. Exercise is not a natural act, so most people don't do it. As a result, there is a lot of equipment around that nobody is using. You can also often purchase this type of equipment at a garage sale or by scanning the classifieds under "articles for sale" in your local newspaper. To be quite frank if you don't have the equipment you need or access to it you should be able to buy it in used condition for under $50. Start slowly and proceed using your common sense. Proceed with this type of routine by using your common sense. Ideally one should start out slowly. Just lifting the minimum amount of weight even if you can do a lot more that 8-12 reps. This will enable you to learn to do the exercises properly without "cheating". Gradually over time you can increase the weight until you get down to 8-12 reps. You must also be careful using "free weights". For many free weights can be dangerous because you could easily drop the weights and injure yourself. Another draw back with free weights is that you should always have a "spotter". Someone that is standing by in case you can't "eek out" that last rep so you don't get pinned down by the barbell. For many a resistance type machine makes more sense. You should always of course consult your physician before starting any exercise program. Also get into the habit of warming up first, perhaps with some mild stretching and a few "push ups". You don't have to do all these exercises in one work out. You can break the routine up. For example: Day 1, bench press and military press, day 2, barbell bent rows and lat pulls, day 3, leg squats and sit-ups. It doesn't make any difference how you group these exercises as long as you are doing them twice a week with 2-3 days rest between each muscle group. As long as you continue with this type of exercise program on a consistent basis, and eat around the same calories that you are eating now, I guarantee you will gradually trim down. A word or two about aerobic exercises: The exercise program recommended here does not mean to imply that aerobic exercise is bad for you, only that it is not necessary to lose weight. Including aerobic exercises in your weekly routine will just make your weight loss program that much more effective and also help you become healthier by toning your muscles and building your cardiovascular strength. One of the greatest side-effects of exercise is that it releases natural hormones and endorphins that make you feel better and have a better mental outlook. Exercise also causes the body to release more HGH (human growth hormone), which normally declines the older we get. With proper exercise and diet, you will feel better, have more energy, have a more positive outlook on life in general and even turn the clock back a bit.
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The TBYIL Diet Plan - How to Reach and Maintain Your Optimum Weight and Health Excess weight and obesity has become a problem of epidemic proportions over the past few decades, thanks in large parts to the changes in lifestyle and in the foods we eat – as well as the foods we don’t eat – as part of the Standard American Diet (SAD) and sedentary American lifestyle. Beginning in the 1970’s, our diet began changing from predominantly home cooked nutritious meals that included vegetables and fruits to fast food, micro-waved dinners and junk foods with little nutrition and ingredients like MSG, trans fats and aspartame that increased the stored fat as well as created cravings for even more food. Home cooked meals themselves have changed for the worse, as the food we now select off the grocers shelves has had much of the nutrition processed out and dangerous additives, including MSG in many different disguises, added in to improve shelf life, taste, color and texture. The result has been increased weight and other health problems. Even those who attempt to eat healthier meals with plenty of “fresh” vegetables and fruits are most often eating a diet that is deficient in vital nutrients that have been lost due to over-farming and mineral depleted soils. And when the body fails to get the vital nutrition it needs, over eating can be a result. There is no lack of diets and diet aids, as well as gimmicks and surgical procedures, to be found in the billion dollar diet industry - and no lack of people looking for a quick fix such as a surgical procedure, magic pill, potion or other quick fix. Many people, sadly, are still looking for a pill or gimmick to enable them to eat all they want, sit on the sofa and still weight, though no such healthy thing exists. Most of the popular diets have a core “gimmick” or feature, if you will – such as grapefruit, cabbage, no fat, no grain, no carbs. Many either don’t work, others are too hard and unappealing to follow and some are dangerous. There is , however, compelling evidence that the healthiest diets are those which are closest to the diets our ancestors adapted to eat for thousands and thousands of years: raw vegetables and fruit, free ranging meat, nuts, berries, roots, tubers, and minimum grains (though the no-grain diet is largely a gimmick, just like the no carb diet is – and an unhealthy one at that for most people). For a review of popular diets, see: Popular Diets Reviewed at The Best Years in Life Diets and Weight Loss When it comes to losing weight and reaching and achieving optimum weight, there are no quick fixes. In the long term, it comes down to calories in versus calories out. And there is a very large mental aspect as well as the physical aspect of dieting and exercise (and don’t let that word exercise scare you – it need not be excessive). Food is often substituted for emotional needs that are not being fulfilled, and in fact food does result in the release of feel-good endorphins (but not nearly as much as does a moderate amount of simple exercise). The weight did not come on in a day and it won’t come off in a day, but it WILL come off with the right plan and mental attitude. And I believe that the right plan does not have to be complicated, 173
nor does it have to be difficult to follow and stick with. Neither does it have to have unappetizing meals that fail to satisfy. Ideally, an effective diet plan would be on that results in taking weight off and keeping it off while providing all the essential nutrition for optimum health and which is simple and appealing enough to continue following. The diet plan I have been working on for The Best Years in Life is intended to do all of the above. It has no gimmicks, but it does have essential core features, which are: •
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Those steps are really not so difficult, are they? Mostly, they are just good sense and healthy practices. But when you combine them together you almost assuredly will lose weight and be a healthier and happier person. The good news is that most of the people who are reading this and are overweight have made the important first step – deciding that they want to do something about it. Congratulations! Not only are you going to feel much better both mentally and physically by losing weight, eating a healthy diet and getting in better shape – you WILL be much better. Here is even more good news - what should be the clincher incentive: No matter how overweight you are and no matter how bad of shape you may be in, there is a good chance that you can recover most, and perhaps all, of the health you have lost and offset the damages that may have been done. Yes, that is right – studies have shown that people who have lived unhealthily into their 40’s, 50’s and even 60’s have been able to regain almost as much health as those who have lived a predominately healthy lifestyle for their entire life. It’s almost like cheating, isn’t it? But, the sooner the better – so no excuses now for procrastinating!
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The Vital Role of Minerals for Optimum Health and Weight Dating back to the begining of last century our mineral depletion has been horrendous - and it has gotten much worse in recent decades, as we strip the top eight feet of soil throughout the world of the vital major minerals and up to 80 trace minerals that man has adapted to for thousands of years and which are needed for optimum health.' The way nature works in a more or less "natural" state is that tree roots go deep in the soil and bring up vital minerals that are replaced as the trees die and decompose. In addition, animals who eat and contain the minerals themselves die and decompose and are returned to the soil. Similarly, animal and human waste matter are returned to the soil. In modern times, we have disrupted the natural cycle of mineral replenishment by clear-cutting the forests and trees to make crop land, removing most of the waste and dead animals, and we have over-farmed virtually all of our soil while returning to the soil only the three petro-chemicals in fertilizers which produce lush growth (bulk and weight) but nutrient-poor plants. The end result is that a bowl of spinach most of us eat today contains perhaps 1/8th the nutrition of the bowl our grandparents and great grandparents ate. The role of minerals and human health is immense, yet seldom recognized. Two time nobel prize winner Linus Pauling went so far as to describe the lack of minerals as "the root of all disease", and I do not think it was much of an overstatement, because minerals are the most basic of building blocks for proper nutrition and health. Quite simply, without minerals, nothing else works. Amino acids and enzymes don't work and so vitamins and other nutrients don't get broken down and absorbed properly and we end up with major deficiencies in both vitamins and minerals. The end result is a chain reaction of poor health where nothing works as it should. Besides poor health and immune system support, another major area where mineral deficiency manifest itself is obesity - the topic of this thread. Similar to the cats and dogs one sees eating grass when they instinctively know they are either deficient in vitamins and minerals or need extra ones to combat an illness or infection, I believe that the human body also sends such instinctive signals at times that it is missing vital nutrients, but we no longer recognize what it is our bodies are telling us and where to find what we need to silence the signals. Such confused signals often lead to cravings oftentimes, and so we eat and eat to try to satisfy them, but what we really crave is missing nutrition. Instead of turning to a nutritious diet or other healthy way to furnish minerals (such as the plant derived minerals from the prehistoric clays in Utah available from CZ sponsor Utopia Silver), we turn to the SADS diet, fastfood, nuked meals, sweets, junkfood, etc. often to no avail. Perhaps many of us can relate to that familiar quandry of eating and eating to the point of being gorged, and yet still feeling hungry for "something". That something very often is likely minerals!
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A diet to avoid at all costs: The Atkins Diet. Let us make it very plain: Run as fast and far as you can from the Atkins Diet. In our humble opinion the Atkins diet is one of the worst and most unhealthy diet fads to ever sweep this country. Though Atkins got some things right, the diet was marketed as one where you could eat all the fat and junk you wanted so long as you zeroed out the carbs and it has created an unholy mythology about carbohydrates that has caught up everyone from ordinary people to fast food restaurants to big food companies in a rush to jump onboard the low-carb bandwagon. As a result, literally millions of people have neglected to consume the carbohydrates that are needed for good health and nutrition. Yes, you can lose weight on the Atkins diet, but you have to stay on the diet to maintain your weight loss and the ultimate cost can be poor nutrition, clogged arteries and poor cardiovascular and overall health – not to mention a lifetime of having your breath smell like something dead is inside you. Did anyone fail to notice that when Atkins died his autopsy revealed that he was obese, had clogged arteries and poor health - or how quickly the Atkins empire covered up and excused the report? Hundreds of millions of dollars at stake, and like so much else in life, we wouldn't want the public good to get in the way of almighty profits!
The truth about carbohydrates: First of all, the amount of carbs is NOT linked to obesity. So, go ahead and enjoy foods loaded with carbohydrates. It won't make you fat as long as you eat the right kind and shun the rest. Reuters reports that it's not how many carbs you eat, but which ones you eat that cause you to get fat. Researchers from the University of Massachusetts Medical School in Worcester say that people who are overweight do not eat more carbs than people of normal weight. The difference is in which carbs they eat. Heavier people tend to eat more refined carbohydrates, such as pasta and white bread that cause a spike in blood sugar, while those who weigh less typically eat whole grains, fruits, and vegetables that are loaded with carbs. "Total amount of carbohydrate is not related to body weight," Dr. Yunsheng Ma told Reuters Health. "It's the type of carbohydrate that's important." The big takeaway, according to Ma, is that the popular low-carbohydrate diets miss the mark. "Carbohydrates are not the enemy," he said in the interview with Reuters. "But you have to watch the kind of enemy." Refined carbohydrates are loaded with sugar, which has an immediate effect on our bodies. It causes blood sugar to rise, and the body stores that sugar in muscle. If we don't use it, it becomes fat. By contrast, the carbs found in whole grains, fruits, and vegetables don't have the same amount of sugar. "Refined carbohydrates are no good, but the total amount of carbohydrates is okay," Ma noted. A final word on carbs - it's not carbs that make you fat, it's the calories! Remember when we used to count calories, before the carb fad came along? Well, that old axiom is still the way to go.
Diet Myths: Nearly every day, a new scientific study about diet and health makes headlines. Keeping up with the latest nutrition research -- not to mention the coffee-break chatter -- can be daunting. You may be tempted to throw up your hands in frustration and go back to your old eating habits. But don't let nutrition confusion keep you from your goals. Myth: Carbohydrates make you fat. 176
Fact: Carbs have gotten a bad reputation ever since Dr. Atkins told his followers to avoid them. Back in the '80s, everyone was fueling up on pasta and potatoes, but today there is an unrealistic fear of anything white and starchy. The fact is that carbohydrates don't cause weight gain any more than proteins or fats do. If you eat too many calories -- which can only come from carbs, protein, fat, or alcohol -- you gain weight. What is true is that refined carbs (like sugar and white flour) tend to be easily digested, leaving you hungry again soon after you eat them. Our advice at the WLC is to choose smart carbs such as whole grains, fruits, and vegetables. Myth: Eating eggs regularly leads to high cholesterol levels. Fact: The egg has been redeemed. The American Heart Association's dietary guidelines no longer make any recommendation about how many egg yolks you should eat in a week. Eggs are an excellent source of protein, B vitamins, iron, and other minerals --- all essential to health. And an egg's fat content, only 5 grams, makes it a perfect breakfast food; it will keep you full and satisfied until lunch. Eggs are versatile, inexpensive, and can be eaten for any meal of the day. If you are a healthy adult, enjoy an egg a day without concern. Myth: If you eat most of your calories late at night, you'll gain weight. Fact: The old saying, 'Eat breakfast like a king, lunch like a prince, and dinner like a pauper" was based on the idea that since you're more active throughout the day, you should eat more when you're most likely to burn it off. But the bottom line for managing weight is the total number of calories you consume during the day. Regardless of when you eat them, if you take in more than you burn, you will gain weight, and if you take in less, you'll lose. Our program creates a personalized eating plan based on what you like to eat, and you can eat your prescribed foods anytime of the day. That said, keep in mind that nighttime eating does tend to be centered on sedentary activities, often taking the form of mindless munching in front of the television. And calories consumed during the evening tend to be extra calories. Myth: You can eat all the fat-free foods you like without gaining weight. Fact: Fat-free foods are not calorie-free foods, so they do count as part of your day's calorie allotment. When fat-free foods were first introduced, many people forgot about controlling portion size and ate as much of these foods as they wanted -- then wondered why they weren't losing weight! Read the labels and check the listed portion size to determine how fat-free foods can fit into your eating plan. We recommend a variety of fat-free and low-fat foods on the WLC individualized eating plans to help members enjoy a greater quantity of foods.
The anti-cancer diet This book contains many food items that help you avoid and beat cancer. These American Institute for Cancer Research recommendations on diet and lifestyle can provide a starting point for your own cancer-prevention eating plan: •
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Although Americans are slowly adopting healthier diets, a large gap remains between recommended dietary patterns and what we actually eat. According to the CDC, only about 25% of adults in the U.S. eat the recommended five or more servings of fruits and vegetables each day. "Eating five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables every day will do a lot to decrease cancer risk," says Melanie Polk, RD, director of nutrition for the American Institute of Cancer Research, or AICR. Getting that many servings doesn't have to be hard, says Polk. "Make it simple," she says. "Add a handful of blueberries to your cereal in the morning. If you're having a sandwich at lunch, throw in lots of tomato slices as well as lettuce. Broccoli can be added to soups or sprinkled over pizza with olives, onions, and mushrooms. Instead of having a packaged snack in the afternoon, have an apple or banana. It all helps." Plant foods appear to be most protective against cancer. They are rich in fiber, antioxidants, and helpful phytochemicals. "Preliminary evidence supports the speculation that substances in flaxseed may help block substances that promote cancer," says Magee. "Omega-3 fatty acids, which are found in fish and certain plant foods, including flaxseed, have been shown in animal studies to slow or prevent the growth of certain cancers." Speaking of flaxseed, perhaps the most famous anti-cancer diet in the world has to be Johanna Budwig's flaxseed oil diet, now known simply as the Budwig Diet.
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Johanna Budwig and the Budwig Diet The Flaxseed (Linseed) oil diet was originally proposed by Dr. Johanna Budwig, a German biochemist and expert on fats and oils, in 1951. Dr. Budwig holds a Ph.D. in Natural Science, has undergone medical training, and was schooled in pharmaceutical science, physics, botany and biology. She is best known for her extensive research on the properties and benefits of flaxseed oil combined with sulphurated proteins in the diet, and over the years has published a number of books on the subject, including "Cancer--A Fat Problem," "The Death of the Tumor," and "True Health Against Arteriosclerosis, Heart Infarction & Cancer." Dr. Budwig found that the blood of seriously ill cancer patients was deficient in certain important essential ingredients which included substances called phosphatides and lipoproteins, while the blood of a healthy person always contains sufficient quantities of these essential ingredients. She found that when these natural ingredients where replaced over approximately a three month period, tumors gradually receded, weakness and anemia disappeared and life energy was restored. Symptoms of cancer, liver dysfunction and diabetes were alleviated. Dr. Budwig then discovered an all natural way for people to replace those essential ingredients their bodies so desperately needed in their daily diet. By simply eating a combination of just two natural and delicious foods not only can cancer be prevented but in case after case it was actually cured. (These two natural foods, organic flax seed oil & cottage cheese) must be eaten together to be effective since one triggers the properties of the other to be released.) After more than 10 years of solid clinical application, Dr. Budwig's natural formula has proven successful where many orthodox remedies have failed. Dr. Budwig's formula has been used therapeutically in Europe for prevention of: cancer, arteriosclerosis, strokes, cardiac infarction, stomach ulcers (normalizes gastric juices), Prostate (hypertopic), arthritis (exerts a favorable influence), eczema (assists all skin diseases), and even immune deficiencies. Thousands have been helped by her protocol. Testimonials can be found for almost every type of cancer and tumors, even late stage. Dr. Budwig has assisted many seriously ill individuals, even those given up as terminal by orthodox medical practitioners, to regain their health through a simple regimen of nutrition. The basis of Dr. Budwig's program is the use of flaxseed oil blended with low-fat cottage cheese. Dr. Johanna preaches against the use of what she calls "pseudo" fats - "hydrogenated," "partially hydrogenated" and even "polyunsaturated." The chemical processing causes the oils to become a harmful substance deposited within the body. The heart, for instance, rejects these fats and they end up as inorganic fatty deposits on the heart muscle itself. They end up blocking circulation, damage heart action, inhibit cell renewal and impede the free flow of blood and lymph fluids. Science has proven that fats play an important role in the functioning of the entire body. Fats (lipids) are vital for all growth processing, renewal of cells, brain and nerve functions. Our energy resources are based on lipid metabolism. To function efficiently, cells require true polyunsaturated, live electron-rich lipids, present in abundance in raw flaxseed oil. Lipids are only water-soluble and free-flowing when bound to protein; thus the importance of protein-rich cottage cheese. When high quality, electron-rich fats are combined with proteins, the electrons are protected until the body requires energy. This energy source is then fully and immediately available to the body on demand, as nature intended. 179
Budwig claims that the diet is both a preventative and a curative. She says the absence of linolacids [in the average western diet] is responsible for the production of oxydase, which induces cancer growth and is the cause of many other chronic disorders. The theory is: the use of oxygen in the organism can be stimulated by protein compounds of sulphuric content, which make oils water-soluble and which is present in cheese, nuts, onion and leek vegetables such as leek, chive, onion and garlic, but especially cottage cheese. It is essential to use only unrefined, cold-pressed oils with high linolic acid content, such as linseed, sunflower, soya, poppyseed, walnut, and flax oils. Such oil should be consumed together with foods containing the right proteins otherwise the oils will have the OPPOSITE EFFECT, causing more harm than good. The best combination is cottage cheese and linseed oil. The linseed should be freshly ground. Carbohydrates containing natural sugar, such as dates, figs, pears, apples and grapes, can also be included in the diet. Honey is also beneficial. She feels most of the synthetic vitamin A preparations are bad because they contain oxidation products, but much carotene as provitamin A (from carrot) is consumed. Vitamin B from buttermilk, yogurt, and natural yeast is beneficial. A person requires daily about 4 oz. of cottage cheese mixed well with 1.5 oz. of linseed oil. A blender or egg beater works fine. The mixture can be sweetened with honey, Stevia or Lo Han or otherwise flavored naturally. Fresh fruits can be added. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------Dr. Johanna Budwig Mix: Put in your blender: 1 cup Organic low fat cottage cheese 2-5 Tbsp. of flaxseed oil enough water to make it soft Optional: 1-3 Tbsp. of freshly ground up flaxseed (coffee grinder works fine) cayenne garlic red pepper For those who can't eat dairy products, you can substitute the product EFAs Companion Nutrients Complex available at Bionatures (Previously Natures Distributers) 1-800-624-7114 http://www.bionatures.com. These are capsules containing dried sulfurated proteins and enzymes which activate the essential fatty acids. They guarantee that one capsule will activate one Tbsp. of oil. Make it very soft. Eat some of it every day. 180
Some people just add the above to their diet, while others follow a Program that she recommends: The patient has no nourishment on day #1 other than 250 ml (8.5 oz) of Flax Oil with honey plus freshly squeezed fruit juices (no sugar added!). In the case of a very ill person, champagne may be added on the first day in place of juice and is taken with the Flax Oil and honey. Champagne is easily absorbable and has a serious purpose here. (The champagne vehicle IS easier to assimilate and get someone almost on their death-bed going again. A retention enema of 250 ml (8.5 oz) of oil is another route to get this precious life-furthering, ELECTRONRICH oil into the body. It can also be applied to the skin for transdermal absorption.) 1) SUGAR IS ABSOLUTELY FORBIDDEN. Grape juice may be added to sweeten any other freshly squeezed juices. 2) Other "forbiddens" are: - All animal fats. - All Salad Oils (this included commercial mayonnaise) - All Meats (chemicals & hormones) - Butter - Margarine - Preserved Meats (the preservatives block metabolism even of Flax Oil) 3) Freshly squeezed vegetable juices are fine - carrot, celery, apple, and red beet. 4) Three times daily a warm tea is essential - peppermint, rose hips or grape tea - all sweetened as desired with honey. One cup of black tea before noon is fine. DAILY PLAN Before breakfast - a glass of Acidophilus milk or Sauerkraut juice is taken. Breakfast - Muesli (regular cereal) is overlaid with 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of Flax Oil and honey and fresh fruit according to season - berries, cherries, apricots, peaches, grated apple. Vary the flavor from day to day. Use any nuts except peanuts! Herbal teas as desired or black tea. A 4 oz (120 g) serving of THE SPREAD (directions below). This is fine to eat 'straight' like a custard, or add it to other foods taken in the day as you will see. Morning tea (10am) - A glass of fresh carrot juice, apple, celery, or beet-apple juice is taken. Lunch - Raw salad with yogurt-Flax Oil Mayonnaise (directions below). In addition to 'greens' salads, use grated turnips, carrots, kohlrabi, radishes, sauerkraut or cauliflower. A fine powder of horseradish, chives or parsley may be added for flavor. Cooked Meal Course - Steamed vegetables, potatoes, or such grains as rice, buck-wheat or millet may be served. to these add either THE SPREAD or THE MAYO - for flavor and to up your intake of Flax Oil. Also mix THE SPREAD with potatoes for an especially hearty meal. Add caraway, chives, parsley or other herbs.
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Dessert - Mix fresh fruit other than those used for breakfast with THE SPREAD, this time (instead of honey), flavored using cream of lemon, vanilla or berries. Afternoon Tea (4pm) - A small glass of natural wine (no preservatives) or champagne or fresh fruit juice with 1-2 tablespoons of honey-coated Fax Seeds. Supper - Have this early, at 6pm. Make a hot meal using buckwheat, oat or soy cakes. grits from buckwheat are the very best and can be placed in a vegetable soup, or in a more solid form of cakes with herbal sauce. Sweet sauces & soups can always be given far more healing energy by adding THE SPREAD. Only honey or grape juice can be used for sweeteners. NO white sugar (or brown!) Only freshly squeezed juices and NOT reconstituted juices (preservative danger) may be used. These must be completely natural. How to prepare 'THE SPREAD' Place 250 ml (8.5 oz) Flax Oil into a mixer bowl and add one pound (450 g) of 1% Cottage Cheese low fat or Quark) and add 4 tablespoons (60 ml) of Honey. Turn on the mixer and add just enough low fat milk or water to get the contents of the bowl to blend in together. In 5 minutes, a preparation of custard consistency results that has NO taste of the oil (and no oily 'ring' should be seen when you rinse out the bowl). Alternatively, you can use Yogurt instead of Cottage Cheese in proportions of 1 oz (30 g) of Yogurt to 1 tablespoon (15 ml) each of Flax Oil and of honey and blend as above. NOTE: When Flax Oil is blended like this, it does not cause diarrhea even when given in large amounts. It reacts chemically with the (sulphur) proteins of the cottage cheese, yogurt, etc. How to prepare 'THE MAYO' (Mayonnaise): Mix together 2 tablespoons (30 ml) Flax Oil, 2 tablespoons (30 ml) milk, and 2 tablespoons (30 ml) Yogurt. Then add 2 tablespoons (30 ml) of Lemon juice or apple cider vinegar (organic non-distilled is by far the best) and add 1 teaspoon (2.5g) Mustard plus some herbs such as marjoram or dill. Next add 2 or 3 slices of health food store pickles (no preservatives! - read label!) and a pinch of herbal salts. According to Dr. Budwig, you need to remain on this diet for a good 5 years. If you break the rules of this diet, Dr Budwig reports, (i.e. eating preserved meats, candy, etc), the tumors will sometimes grow rapidly worse. FLAX (LINSEED) OIL is readily denatured by oxygen, heat, and light. Rancid oil is bad for health, so oil MUST be carefully produced, packed under nitrogen in light-proof containers, refrigerated until used, used as fresh as possible, and stabilized with protein (THE SPREAD, etc) promptly once the container is opened..." Brands to look for include Omegaflo and Barleans. These should be refrigerated and used within a couple of months after opening. Flax Seeds may also be used. Seeds need only be cracked in a food blender, or they may be ground in a coffee grinder. One needs three times the amount of seed to get the oil equivalent. Seeds are high in calories, so one may gain weight. The seeds are also high in soluble fiber, so blending with liquid tends to produce ever-hardening "jellies". Fresh-cracked seeds can be sprinkled on muesli and should be eaten promptly. 182
Let the Sun Shine on Your Health with Vitamin D3 by Chris Beckett, special correspondent for The Best Years in Life
The Crucial role of Vitamin D3 and Good Health Known as "the sunshine vitamin, vitamin D3, or Cholecalciferol, is one of the single most important vitamins necessary to maintain good health and ward off disease and illness. Unlike a prescription drug, or most other vitamins and supplements, vitamins D3 is often available for free because the skin produces ample amounts with only a small amount of exposure to sunlight. And when lifestyle and climate do not permit enough exposure to the life giving rays of the sun, good quality vitamin D3 can be easily obtained at almost any vitamin and health food outlet. In spite of the ease and low expense of producing and obtaining Vitamin D3, a great many people in the United States and around the world are deficient in this vitally important vitamin, often with tragic consequences for their health. Vitamin D is a steroid hormone precursor that has recently been found to play a role in a wide variety of diseases. Current research indicates that vitamin D deficiency plays a role in causing seventeen varieties of cancer as well as heart disease, stroke, hypertension, autoimmune diseases, diabetes, depression, chronic pain, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, muscle weakness, muscle wasting, birth defects, and periodontal disease. This does not mean that vitamin D deficiency is the only cause of these diseases, or that you will not get them if you take vitamin D. What it DOES mean is that vitamin D, and the many ways in which it affects a person's health, should no longer be overlooked by the health care industry, or by persons striving to achieve and maintain a greater state of health and the prevention of both chronic and acute diseases. Vitamin D and Cancer According to the researcher Cedric F. Garland, Dr.P.H., 600,000 cases a year of breast and colorectal cancer could be prevented each year by adequate intake of vitamin D, A new study looking at the relationship between vitamin D serum levels and the risk of colon and breast cancer across the globe has estimated the number of cases of cancer that could be prevented each year if vitamin D3 levels met the target proposed by researchers. Dr. Garland, cancer prevention specialist at the Moores Cancer Center at the University of California, San Diego (UCSD) and colleagues estimate that 250,000 cases of colorectal cancer and 350,000 cases of breast cancer could be prevented globally by increasing intake of vitamin D3, particularly in countries north of the equator. Vitamin D3 is available through diet, supplements and exposure of the skin to sunlight. The study was co-authored by Cedric F. Garland, Dr. P.H., Sharif B. Mohr, M.P.H., Edward D. Gorham, M.P.H., Ph.D., and Frank C. Garland, Ph.D., of the Division of Epidemiology at the UCSD Department of Family and Preventive Medicine and Moores UCSD Cancer Center; and William B. Grant, Ph.D., of the Sunlight, Nutrition and Health Research Center, San Francisco. Vitamin D and sunlight An eminent American dermatologist, Dr. Michael Holick, in his book “The UV Advantage”, has a powerful message: “Sensible exposure to natural sunlight is the simplest, easiest and most important strategy for improving your health with vitamin D.” 183
In an interview with medical writer Mike Adams, Dr. Holick makes these important points about vitamin D and sunlight. 1. Vitamin D is produced by your skin in response to exposure to ultraviolet radiation from natural sunlight. The body converts cholesterol in the skin into an inactive form of vitamin D that is subsequently converted into the active form in the liver and kidneys. It is nearly impossible to get adequate amounts of vitamin D from your diet. A person would have to drink 10 large glasses of vitamin D-fortified milk each day just to get minimum levels of vitamin D into his or her diet. Sunlight exposure is the only reliable way to generate vitamin D in your own body. 2. People with dark skin pigmentation may need 20-30 times as much exposure to sunlight as fair-skinned people to generate the same amount of vitamin D. This may be why prostate cancer is an epidemic among black men - a simple, but widespread, sunlight deficiency. The further you live from the equator, the longer exposure to the sun you need in order to generate vitamin D. Canada, the United Kingdom and most U.S. states are far from the equator and the huge populations of black people (which includes many Jamaicans) in those areas are at great risk of vitamin D deficiency. But even here in sun-torched Jamaica, many people deliberately avoid the sun and may be lacking in vitamin D. 3. Sufficient levels of vitamin D are crucial for calcium absorption in your intestines. Without sufficient vitamin D, your body cannot absorb calcium, rendering calcium supplements useless. There is more to healthy bones than just calcium. 4. Chronic vitamin D deficiency cannot be reversed overnight: It takes months of vitamin D supplementation and/or sunlight exposure to rebuild the body's bones and nervous system. The healing rays of natural sunlight (that generate vitamin D in your skin) cannot penetrate glass. So you don't generate vitamin D when sitting in your car or home. Even weak sunscreens block your body's ability to generate vitamin D by 95 per cent. Excessive sunscreen use may actually contribute to disease by creating a vitamin deficiency in the body. I suggest that sunscreens be used sparingly, primarily on the sensitive areas on your body. 5. It is impossible to generate too much vitamin D in your body from sunlight exposure. Your body will self-regulate and only generate what it needs. If you feel pain when you press firmly on your breast bone, that may be an indication that you may be suffering from chronic vitamin D deficiency right now. By the way, the vitamin D that your body makes is more powerful that the vitamin D found in your multivitamin tablet. 6. Vitamin D is 'activated' in your body by your kidneys and liver before it can be used. Therefore, having kidney disease or liver disorders can greatly impair your body's ability to activate vitamin D. People with disease of those organs should take regular sunbaths. If you totally avoid the sun, recent research indicates you need about 4,000 units of vitamin D a day. Which means you can't get enough vitamin D from milk (unless you drink 40 glasses a day) or from a multivitamin (unless you take about 10 tablets a day), neither of which is recommended. Most of us make about 20,000 units of vitamin D after about 20 minutes of summer sun. This is about 100 times more vitamin D than the government says you need on a daily basis. The only way to be sure you have adequate levels of vitamin D in your blood is to regularly go into the sun, use a sun bed (avoiding sunburn), or have your physician administer a 25-hydroxyvitamin D test. Optimal levels are around 50 ng/mL (125 nM/L). 184
If you don't get vitamin D the way Mother Nature intended, from sunshine, you need to take supplemental vitamin D3 cholecalciferol. Since most of us get a lot more vitamin D from sunshine than we realize, most of us need about 2,000 units a day extra. Vitamin D is one of nature's most powerful healing agents and, when you are able to take advantage of sunshine, your body makes it absolutely free. Best of all, no prescription is required! About the author: Natural health advocate Chris Beckett hails from England, where he researches, writes and blogs about natural health. In addition to being a new contributor for both The Best Years in Life website and The Silver Bulletin e-Magazine, Mr. Beckett is one of the most respected contributors to the internationally prominent natural health site, CureZone. Besides his knowledge and interest in vitamin D3, Mr. Beckett frequently contributes information based on his research, reading and personal experience in the vital areas of natural hygiene and fasting, particularly water fasting, both of which he is convinced played major roles in saving his life and leading to the good health he now enjoys.
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NATURAL HYGIENE: THE GREATEST HEALTH DISCOVERY by Chris Beckett, special correspondent for The Best Years in Life This article is dedicated to all health-truth seekers everywhere, in the hope that the knowledge within it will inspire you as it did me; a system of health recovery/maintenance based on natural law, which saved my life from Leukemia 30 years ago, just y as one day……….. it may also save yours !! Early in the 19th Century a remarkable health discovery was made that tore away the mystery that surrounded disease, revolutionized the care of the sick, saved countless thousands from premature death (so prevalent in that period), and was the advent of a period of physiological enlightenment for both medical and laymen alike. This discovery, known as Natural Hygiene, and the pioneers who fought to bring its truths to light, constituted an incredible piece of American history that involved Statesmen and World famous figures. This article is just part of the absorbing story of the evolution of Natural Hygiene, the movement which was built around it, its struggle to gain acceptance for principles that were based on natural law and a rudimentary understanding of the amazing but glorious health potential it holds for humanity as a whole. What is Natural Hygiene? Natural Hygiene is defined as being the science and fine-art of preserving and restoring health by those substances, agencies, and influences that have a normal relation to life, which are: pure food, pure water, sunlight, rest, sleep, relaxation, exercise, play, warmth, family relationships, and all healthful mental influences. Hygiene is neither a system of medicine, nor one of the healing arts, nor a system of therapeutics. It offers the client no cures, has no cures, denies all cures, does not pretend to cure; but, it permits nature or the body to heal itself. Viewed this way, Hygiene is not just fasting, or dieting, vegetarianism, food combining, or any one life- element of living, but a combination of all of life’s agencies in such manner and degree as Nature can use, to realize the maximum physical and mental healing potential of the body. The Principles of Natural Hygiene. The human body has basic physical, physiological, emotional and spiritual needs – about 19 have been identified - such as proper food, sunshine, rest, sleep, exercise, water, emotional poise, gregarious social gathering etc. These needs have to be supplied at the appropriate time in the appropriate amounts for abundantly good health to be achieved. If this is fulfilled, the human body can manage and take care of itself, resulting in superb robust health. If these needs are supplied either in excess or as a deficiency, or if other alien substances are consumed by the body, sickness eventually becomes inevitable. The human body is self-preserving, self-maintaining, and self-healing. All that is required from us is to remove the causes of the problem, rest (go to bed) and preferably stop eating (fast), since the body will use the energy saved from not having to digest food, for the 186
incredibly powerful healing & cleansing processes of the body to be initiated. Body processes are very complex. In most cases, any medical intervention only results in further problems and complications; so the most effective course of action is to just leave the body "intelligently alone" to handle its own problems. Only in certain life threatening cases, or in cases of accidents, trauma etc, is it possible to do something (via emergency, surgery etc) to help the body. If we also listen to our body it gives us very clear signals as to what it needs and what it does not need. For example, tiredness means it needs sleep, hunger - food, thirst - water. A coughing fit after your first smoke indicates it does not want tobacco!! We have to heed the signals of the body at all times. Lack of, or no appetite is a clear signal from Nature that food is not required from outside, but internal feeding or “fasting” means that you will be feeding from your own food reserves while your body heals and cleanses. Man can live for only minutes without air, days without water, and weeks without food. Even the thinnest of individuals have a store of food reserves from which they can feed from in times of deprivation, disease and/or injury. Natural Hygiene believes that adulterated Diet and improper living habits are the primary reason for sickness and disease, but by eating a diet high in natural, whole, raw organic foods (at least 50%, preferably 80-85%) we can avoid most illnesses. It is recommended that cooked food should be minimized and processed food avoided altogether. Poison habits such as smoking, drinking, and drugs also need to be eliminated. Origins 1822: Isaac Jennings, M.D. of Fairfield, Connecticut, having practiced medicine for 20 years and being thoroughly discouraged with the results, began to administer placebos of bread pills, starch powders, and colored water tonics to patients, while instructing them in healthful living. 1822 - 1832: Dr. Jennings and physiologist/minister Sylvester Graham started a healing system called "Orthopathy". During the following few decades, a group of health-conscious doctors and citizens boldly claimed that Nature knows better than the most learned physicians. Citizens of this country were fed-up with failures and contradictions of the then current medical practice and theory. The truths proclaimed by Jennings and Graham found immediate and widespread acceptance. After becoming fully convinced of the correctness of his "Let-Alone Plan," "Do-Nothing Cure," and the "No-Medicine Plan," Jennings announced his discovery to the world, but he is misunderstood. Because of his pioneering impact Jennings is credited with being "The Father of Natural Hygiene." 1830 - 1832: For several years Graham lectured nationwide on the relationship of physiology to Hygiene and gained a large following, especially among the common working people. In just a few years, he published "The Graham Journal of Health and Longevity"; established the Library of the American Physiologic Society; opened the nation's first health food stores, health book stores and health food restaurants; and founded numerous 187
"Grahamite" health retreats and boarding houses. 1833: Dr. Russell Thacker Trall emerged as a great mastermind of Hygienic "Hygieo Therapy", which combined the use of all Hygienic agents into one holistic system. A brilliant thinker and articulate debater, Dr. Trall publicly challenged the entire medical establishment on their theory and practice, always emerging as the victor. 1844: Dr. Joel Shew introduced the European system of "Hydrotherapy" to the United States, a "curing treatment" which used little or no drugs while employing water as the main therapeutic agent. Hydropathists adopted the Hygieo-Therapy (Natural Hygiene) dietary and exercise plan, as well as its emphasis on fresh air and sunlight. American physicians who had lost faith in drugging but lacked belief in Hygiene adopted Hydrotherapy wholesale as both became intertwined and indistinguishable for several years. 1830 - 1860: Scores of Hygienic homes, schools and sanitariums opened throughout the country. Dr. Harriet Austin and James Jackson founded the largest Natural Hygiene institution in the world, "Our Home on the Hillside", with 250 beds. Seventy-five hydrotherapy (water-cure) institutions were founded. During this time, over 80 "health papers" effectively reached the masses which coincided with an improvement in the hygienic habits of Americans. 1852: Natural Hygiene was so enthusiastically received and popularized that its practitioners outnumbered those of allopathic, homeopathic and chiropractic medicine combined. 1853: Dr. Russell Trall founded the New York College of Hygieo-Therapy to educate competent health practitioners. This inaugurated a new era in medical science, theory, philosophy and practice that was in variance with prevailing allopathic doctrines of the time. 1861: Dr Trall, who had once been a practicing Hydropathist, announced a formal declaration separating Hydrotherapy from Hygieo-Therapeutics (Natural Hygiene) by stating "water possesses no power whatsoever to cure any disease. Nature is the remedial principle". 1862: Dr Trall delivered a landmark lecture at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington D.C. before the most distinguished medical minds of the United States entitled "The True Healing Art, or Hygiene vs. Medication". The lecture was widely published and circulated among the populace, and the health reform movement in America reached its height. Ironically, in 1861, with the onset of the Civil War, national attention focused on survival, and health reform ended. 1861 - 1865: The Civil War caused Hygienic institutions everywhere to close. The health reform movement was halted as the war impoverished the nation. Schools and sanitariums were wrecked and the common citizen could no longer afford Hygienic educational literature. 1864: French chemist Louis Pasteur fathered "The Science of Bacteriology" and "The 188
Germ Theory of Disease" by demonstrating the existence of microorganisms. It concluded that "germs" cause pathogenic change in living cultures within laboratory experiments. With Pasteur, a new era in modem medicine was inaugurated, including sterilization, pasteurization, vaccination, and fear of raw foods. The prevailing "germ era" helped usher in the decline of 19th century health reform. Not only did people develop germ-phobia, but they also found complacency in blaming their ill health on malevolent invading bacteria, rather than taking responsibility for their own poor lifestyle choices. 1881: Clara Barton, student of Hygiene founds the American Red Cross and becomes its first president. 1900 - 1940: Dr. J. H. Tilden, after thoroughly reading 19th century Hygienic literature, became convinced that disease need not be experienced. Tilden conducted a private practice to teach patients how to eliminate body toxicity; he lectured widely; wrote 25 books; and widely circulated a monthly magazine both in this country and abroad. 1909 - 1910: The infamous Flexner Report ended health-care reform in the States, as alternative schools of healing were shutdown nationwide, under the influence of the Rockefeller and Carnegie Foundations. 1924-1940: Tilden opened and operated a Hygienic school and sanitarium in Denver, Colorado. In 1926, he published the famous book "Toxemia Explained", which identified the primary cause of ALL disease as toxemia (a state of internal pollution) brought on by debilitating, enervating, and unhealthful living practices. In the meantime, medical authorities strongly opposed and condemned Tilden. 1920: Dr. Herbert M. Shelton wrote the first of 40 books in his efforts to revive Natural Hygiene. Over the next 50 years, many of Dr. Shelton's books were translated into eight languages. 1928 - 1981: Dr. Shelton's Health School operated in San Antonio, Texas and included a clinic, laboratory, and educational program. Well over 60,000 fasts were professionally supervised. According to Shelton, "the sick get well, the well get better, and all gain the priceless knowledge needed to stay well". Throughout his career, Shelton was considered a threat to medicine. He is repeatedly threatened and jailed over 30 times!! 1948: The American Natural Hygiene Society was founded. Several chiropractors and laymen elected Shelton as its first president. Annual conventions were held, and 30 chapters worldwide are established, some of which are still active today. Current membership in the U.S., however, is below 10,000. 1939 - 1980: Shelton published the monthly magazine Hygienic Review popularizing and reviving Natural Hygiene worldwide for 20th century thinkers. From 1934 - 1941, Shelton also wrote and published the seven volume series entitled The Hygienic System, which became the basis for Hygienic study. 1970: At age 44, Terrance C. Fry read Shelton's book "Superior Nutrition" and became a 189
hygienist overnight. Within a few years, he wrote and self-published several easy-to-read booklets and books popularizing Natural Hygiene, some of which were in contrast to Shelton's formidable text-books and manuals. 1982: T.C. Fry founded the Life Science Institute and published Healthful Living magazine with a circulation of 30,000. Fry also developed a Natural Hygiene teacher training course, a 2200 page, 111 lesson home study curriculum. The Life Science Institute also produced audio and video cassettes on Natural Hygiene and offered retreats and seminars to students and to the general public. 1986-1988: Harvey and Marilyn Diamond, after years of counseling, teaching and study with Life Science Institute, wrote “Fit For Life”, the best-selling health and diet book in history. A second book “Living Health” followed. Warner Brothers published and provided extensive national coverage through media and conferences, which popularized Natural Hygiene for millions of Americans. 1990's: Many Hygienic organizations and practitioners continued operating educational programs, retreats, sanitariums, and private practices, although relatively few were directed by those with "recognized" credentials. 1995 - 1997: Art Baker serving as Dean of Students of Life Science Institute enrolled nearly 1,000 students into the Natural Hygiene correspondence program before the company veered from its Natural Hygiene roots and focused on digestive enzyme supplements, as it was sold off to a group in Canada. 1996: Inspired by T. C. Fry's Healthful Living, David Klein published the first issue of Living Nutrition Magazine, "The True Voice of Hygiene." 1999: Healthful Living International (HLI) is founded by a dynamic group of pure Natural Hygiene educators and practitioners (Healthful Living Consultants) whose mission was to incorporate knowledge of total wellness of body, mind and spirit into teaching pure true Natural Hygiene. The Healthful Living Consultants were the first international professional association of Natural Hygiene practitioners that included licensed doctors and professional health educators and counselors. Differences between Natural Hygiene and Alternative Medicine Natural Hygiene stands unique amongst all other therapies and healing sciences in that it alone insists that there is no such thing as cure - only self-healing. All other therapies try to deal with the symptoms using this therapy or that. Herbs, Magnets, Needles, lotions, potions, light, heat, mud etc. In Natural Hygiene there is no therapy, no treatment. Natural hygiene does not try to treat symptoms - it is the ONLY system that insists on discovering the cause of the disease and eliminating that cause. Natural Hygiene and Naturopathy Although these terms are used interchangeably, there is a World of difference between 190
them. "Pathy" means "disease". Naturopathy means using natural ways to deal with disease. This includes a proper diet, massage and mud baths, water baths etc. Pure Natural Hygiene does not recognize all these treatments - only adjusting the diet, sunbaths and air baths are recognized. Part two of this article tells about the amazing and only system of health recovery employed by Nature that saved my life through FASTING and what it can also do for you too About the author: Natural health advocate Chris Beckett hails from England, where he researches, writes and blogs about natural health. In addition to being a new contributor for both The Best Years in Life website and The Silver Bulletin e-Magazine, Mr. Beckett is one of the most respected contributors to the internationally prominent natural health site, CureZone. Besides his knowledge and interest in vitamin D3, Mr. Beckett frequently contributes information based on his research, reading and personal experience in the vital areas of natural hygiene and fasting, particularly water fasting, both of which he is convinced played major roles in saving his life and leading to the good health he now enjoys.
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NATURAL HYGIENE Part 2: THE MIRACLE OF FASTING by Chris Beckett, special correspondent for The Best Years in Life "Fasting----the abstention, entirely or in part, and for longer or shorter periods of time, from food and drink or from food alone" - Dr Herbert M Shelton. D.P., N.D., D.C., D.N.T., D.N.Sc., D.N.Ph., D.N. Litt., Ph. D., D. Orthp. Fasting is Natures very own method for healing. Historical records tell us that fasting has been used as a system for health recovery for thousands of years; even Hippocrates (the Father of Modern Medicine), Socrates, and Plato all recommended fasting for health recovery. For most of human history, fasting has been practiced for therapeutic-healing and spiritual enlightenment, and our current understanding of human physiology has confirmed the powerful healing effects of this ancient remedy par excellence. Fasting is such a powerful and therapeutic process it can help almost anyone recover from very mild to very severe and even life-threatening health conditions. Some of the most common ones are high blood pressure, asthma, allergies, chronic headaches, inflammatory bowel disease (ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease), irritable bowel syndrome, adult onset diabetes, heart disease, degenerative arthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, eczema, acne, uterine fibroids, benign tumors, and systemic lupus erythematosus, and in my own case Leukemia. Fasting actually provides a period of concentrated physiological rest during which time the body can devote its self-healing mechanisms to repairing and strengthening damaged organs. The process of fasting also allows the body to cleanse cells of accumulated metabolic toxins and waste products. I cannot do better than quote Dr Shelton who wrote…..” Life is a master drama of nutrition and drainage under the control of the nervous system. If nerve or life-energy is abundant, the various organs of the body are well supplied and they function with due efficiency; digestion is good, respiration is normal, circulation is maintained at a high level, secretion and excretion are adequate. As a result, the cells are nourished, the fluids are kept sweet and clean and we have health in superabundance. However, if our nervous batteries have been permitted to run down, if our nerve or lifeenergy is low, ALL the functions of the body are correspondingly lowered. Digestion is then poor, secretion and excretion lag, circulation is below par, respiration is not efficient. The fluids and tissues of the body become sour and we have impaired health” Fasting restores that lost life energy, and cleanses the body of waste products that have been allowed to accumulate over the years, through improper living habits and faulty diet. Fasting also gives the digestive tract time to completely rest and strengthen its intestinal lining. A healthy intestinal lining is necessary for preventing leakage of incompletely digested proteins into the bloodstream, which then offers protection from autoimmune conditions. A healthy digestive tract also helps to protect the blood and inner organs against the majority of environmental and metabolic toxins. Fasting though is NOT Starving 192
"WANT OF APPETITE is not always a morbid symptom, nor even a sign of imperfect digestion. Nature may have found it necessary to muster all the energies of our system for some special purpose, momentarily of paramount importance. Organic changes and repairs, teething, pleuritic eruptions, and the external elimination of bad humors (boils, etc.), are often attended with a temporary suspension of the alimentary process. As a rule, it is always the safest plan to give Nature her own way." - FELIX L. OSWALD MD. Fasting then is a nutritional state whereby we live on our own ample food reserves through a process known as “Autolysis” until these are depleted. This can take many weeks if not a few months. Starvation begins when this process ends, and we then begin to consume ourselves and feed on our internal organs for nourishment. Fasting means life…… Starvation means death. My Personal History and Voyage of Health Recovery Soon after birth in 1953 I was diagnosed with what was then referred to as “Consumption”. My first two years were spent mostly in sleep and was awoken only for feeding. The Doctors of the time said I would eat when hungry and there was nothing to be unduly concerned about. The legacy of this disease left me with weakened lungs and an aversion to food, resulting in a malnourished body and an underdeveloped physique and mental capacity. In my middle teens I was diagnosed with Leukemia at the Boston Pilgrim Hospital in Lincolnshire UK. Refusing to believe this, my family sought a second opinion from the Lincoln County Hospital only 30 miles away, which they confirmed. My family and I agreed to the regular treatment of chemotherapy, but the prognosis was not a good one: six months at best they said, because it was too far advanced. Soon after treatment had begun, (which I abandoned) and entirely by chance, I came across an article on fasting in the Daily Mail (a National UK Newspaper) written by a Leslie Kenton who was the then Beauty Editor of Harpers & Queen Magazine. What I read made much sense, and wrote to her personally requesting more information. She introduced me to Natural Hygiene, and I avidly devoured everything I could on the subject, to the point today where I have a quite a large library on the subject. I took it upon myself to undergo self-treatment and water-fasted for 25 days, (although already underweight|) and I just went along with the wishes and signals of my body and what it was actually telling me. I broke the fast very carefully (as advised from the literature I had bought) on organic fruit juices and then vegetable juices. I also sunbathed moderately every day (weather permitting) sought fresh air daily and rested throughout. Within weeks my appetite returned and I wanted to eat solid food again, consisting exclusively of organic salads and fruits in season. The Boston hospital had disowned my case for not following their advice, but after 9 months of this NH regime I returned to the same Hospital for a follow-up investigation. The Doctors who had overseen my case were, in their words, “shocked and amazed” at my recovery, as there was no evidence at all from all of the tests they performed that the Leukemia had ever existed! 193
For the last thirty years I have been free from any disease, thanks to the life-changing premise of a health system based on Natural Law, given to us by God and provided by Nature. As I write and relive this experience, it has brought tears to my eyes, and I am finding it difficult to rationalize my thoughts, but I am eternally grateful and thankful for the extra years that I have been privileged to witness, and that would have been denied if I had followed the path of conventional medicine. Of that, I have no doubt whatsoever. On that note, and in the words of my mentor… Yours in Health-Truth and Medical Liberty. Http://www.soilandhealth.org/02/0201hyglibcat/020127shelton.III/020127.toc.htm Chris R Beckett PS. As a cautionary note, it is not deemed advisable to water fast for longer than 7 days without experienced and qualified supervision, as there are some contraindications to fasting. However, fasting is deemed very safe for the vast majority of people who wish to undergo the experience for health maintenance and recovery. About the author: Natural health advocate Chris Beckett hails from England, where he researches, writes and blogs about natural health. In addition to being a new contributor for both The Best Years in Life website and The Silver Bulletin e-Magazine, Mr. Beckett is one of the most respected contributors to the internationally prominent natural health site, CureZone. Besides his knowledge and interest in vitamin D3, Mr. Beckett frequently contributes information based on his research, reading and personal experience in the vital areas of natural hygiene and fasting, particularly water fasting, both of which he is convinced played major roles in saving his life and leading to the good health he now enjoys.
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Browning's Blended Spirits Blood Tonic Recipe (Natural News) Blood tonics today are used for cancer prevention; cancer treatment; liver health, viral and bacterial infections. In the days of old blood tonics were called Spring Tonics and farmers would religiously take them come Spring Time after a long sedentary winter to get their sluggish blood in shape for the upcoming season of farming. A custom that has been lost in today’s world. Why? And why aren’t blood tonics readily available for purchase from holistic healers or from health food stores? Could it be that pharmaceutical companies don’t want any competition from herbal and botanical medicines? In Dr. Wright’s Newsletter dated September 17, 2007, he talked about Washington State's war on holistic M.D.s. Sad but true. Holistic healers are still being attacked in the USA that spouts that we are a Free Nation...except when it comes to health care, of course. The onslaught on alternative healers is brought about by Big Pharma, Big Business, the American Cancer Society, the AMA and our elected politicians who are bribed by lobbyists. They don’t want you healthy! Instead, they want the path cleared of anyone who can heal you so they can keep pushing their legal high-profit drugs. In today’s world where the propaganda mantra is “There is no cure”, holistic healers are being harassed, arrested and charged with “moral turpitude”, and put out of business simply because they can cure what ails you. With the attacks on Natural Medicine it can be hard to find an Herbalist who can make up blood tonics for their cancer clients. Herbalists can be hard to locate, especially those who specialize in cancer treatments because they do not advertise since it is against the law in the USA for any health care practitioner to claim they can heal cancer; or any other illness for that matter, yet, it is not against the law to heal yourself. Therefore, why not learn to make your own? In this article I will give the recipe for the very first blood tonic I made. Browning's Blended Spirits is a blood tonic I formulated years ago for an 80 year old man who had been diagnosed with Invasive Bladder Cancer that had spread to his lymph. During surgery it was found that his tumor had grown outside the wall of the bladder and the surgeon was unable to remove it all. He refused chemotherapy and radiation treatments and was given only 3-6 months to live. His family called me to see if I could help him. After hearing his case I couldn’t recommend herbal capsules because he had difficulty swallowing so I made him this blood tonic. Also included in his treatment was a Bladder and Kidney tonic along with diet changes. His cancer was eliminated in 6 months and was verified by a cat scan his doctor did in the hospital. The doctors were mystified when they could not find any cancer in his body, yet they never asked what he did to eliminate his cancer. That alone suggested that his doctors not only didn’t care how he healed himself; but that his doctors weren’t the least bit curious about alternative medicine and how they might learn from his recovery. The gentleman is no longer living, but he did not die of cancer. He died of old age from natural causes. I continued to use this blood tonic recipe for several types of cancer and bacterial 195
illnesses in my practice up until the day I retired. About the Ingredients: Browning’s Blended Spirits Blood Tonic contains a comprehensive blend of all-natural ingredients of herbs that are effective for blood purification and detoxification. The ingredients in this blend provide nutritive support to the body and are historically proven to provide both cleansing action and detoxification of the cells throughout the body including the lymph, lungs, liver, heart, colon and bloodstream. Many of the ingredients like burdock root, chaparral, poke root, red clover and yellow dock have been used for years to treat cancer. What ingredients you will need make the tonic: 3oz each of the following dried herbs: Anise seed (pimpinella anisum) Blue violet (viola odorata) Burdock root (arctium lappa) Chaparral (larrea tridentate) Dandelion root (taraxacum officinale), Fennel (foeniculum vulgare), Licorice root (glycyrrhiza glabra), Oregon grape (mahonia aquifolium), Poke root (phytolacca Americana), Red clover (trifolium pretense) Yellow dock root (rumex crispus). 40 oz of Honey or Black Strap Molasses, your choice. 16 oz of Vegetable glycerin. 4 Tablespoons of Citric acid which can be found in health food stores or from herb companies on-line. 196
5 gallons of distilled water Purchase the whole herb (cut root and cut leaf) instead of the powdered herb if you can. The reason for this is two-fold. First, the powder absorbs more water leaving you with less liquid; second, the powder takes longer and is harder to strain. I purchase most of my dried herbs from Mountain Rose Herbs. Their herbs are processed and handled according to strict organic standards and they will sell individual herbs in a 4oz quantity so you will not have to purchase a full pound. I am sure there are many other herb company’s and health food stores that carry the herbs you will need. Just make sure they are organic. What cooking tools you will need: You will also need two stainless steel or glass 20 quart pots with lids. A large strainer. A candy or water thermometer. Cheesecloth. For bottling you can use regular canning jars. If using pint jars you will need about 24 – 28 jars. If using quart jars you will need about 14 jars. This is a large recipe that will provide one year worth of tonics for the cancer patient, or, if using for a preventative go together with friends or family and share it. How to make the tonic: Making this tonic is like canning fruit from your garden. If you can cook you can make it. It takes a few days but is well worth it. You will not find this tonic on the market because it is time intense. The cost would be prohibitive to manufacture it, yet you can make it in your home for around $3.00 a pint. This tonic stores for up to a year if placed in a dark cool closet. They key to keeping tonics fresh is to prevent them from exposure to extreme temperature fluctuations. Don’t let them freeze and don’t let them sit in temperatures above 75*. In one pot add: Anise seed, burdock root, chaparral, dandelion root, fennel, licorice root, oregon grape root, poke root, yellow dock root and add 3 gallons of distilled water. Cover with lid and set on stove on warm heat overnight so that the roots can be softened for extraction. 197
In the morning turn up the heat and bring the water to a low simmer for about 4 hours then bring to a boil for 15-30 minutes. After boiling turn off heat and strain the liquid into a clean container by laying a layer of cheesecloth over your strainer. In another pot add: Blue violet, red clover and add 1.5 gallons of distilled water. Set on counter and let soak in water over night. In the morning place the pot on the stove on warm/medium heat to steep (not boil) the herbs like you would a cup of tea. Let them steep for at least 4 hours then strain the liquid by laying a layer of cheesecloth over your strainer. Compost the strained herbs in your garden. Mixing the pots: Once the liquid is strained from both pots mix it together in one of the 20 quart pots and let it simmer for about 30 minutes. Then add 16 oz of vegetable glycerin, 40 oz of honey (or black strap molasses for those allergic to honey) 4 heaping tablespoons of citric acid Stir and let the mixture mingle for 15 minutes or so. When ready to bottle use a candy thermometer to check the temperature of the liquid. You want the temperature between 185* - 190* to prevent any bacteria to grow in the tonics. Maintain this heat temperature throughout bottling. While waiting for your liquid to reach the accurate bottling temperature prepare your canning jars. Sterilize jars and lids. Once your bottles are sterilized and your herbal liquid is at the right temperature add the tonic liquid to the hot jars. Fill to ½” from top of jar and cap. Let cool overnight. Check to make sure all the jars are sealed properly then store them. Once you open a jar of tonic for use you must Refrigerate it. The tonic will last for a month in the refrigerator once it has been opened. Sediment in the bottom of the jars is normal. Give the jar a little shake or stir to mix the sediment before taking. 198
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Adult Folklore Dosage: 2 Tablespoon 2 times a day for cancer, tumors, liver, viral and bacterial infections. In my practice I recommended that cancer patients take this tonic for at least a year and then drop to a maintenance dose of taking it once a day for another year. Some of my cancer patients continue to take it on and off throughout their life to keep their blood and lymph clear of toxins. For cancer prevention use a bottle of this tonic every 3 months taking 1 Tablespoon 2 times a day. Do use if you are pregnant. Do not use if you are taking blood thinning agents like Warfarin (also known under the brand names of Coumadin, Jantoven, Marevan, and Waran). Disclaimer—The information provided in this article is for informational purposes only and is not intended as a substitute for advice from your health care professional. You should not use the information in this article for self-diagnosis or to replace any prescriptive medication. You should consult with a healthcare professional before starting any diet, exercise or supplementation program, before taking any medication, or if you have or suspect you might have a health problem, suffer from allergies, are pregnant or nursing.
About the author Leslee Dru Browning is a 6th generation Medical Herbalist & Nutritionist from the ancestral line of Patty Bartlett Sessions; Pioneer Mid-Wife & Herbalist. Leslee practiced Medical Herbalism and Nutritional Healing for over 25 years and specialized in Cancer Wellness along with Chronic Illness. She now devotes her career to teaching people, through her writing, about Natural Healing from An Herbal Perspective. Note: As an option to making your own cancer fighting tonic, a commercial version containing very similar ingredients named Blood Support may be purchased at Baseline Nutritionals.
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Studies & Papers The oleander and related studies of MD Anderson Researcher Dr. Robert Newman Newman studies involving oleander extract and the patented oleander medicine Anvirzel 1: Newman RA, Kondo Y, Yokoyama T, Dixon S, Cartwright C, Chan D, Johansen M, Yang P. Autophagic cell death of human pancreatic tumor cells mediated by oleandrin, a lipid-soluble cardiac glycoside. Integr Cancer Ther. 2007 Dec;6(4):354-64. PMID: 18048883 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 2: Ni D, Madden TL, Johansen M, Felix E, Ho DH, Newman RA. Murine pharmacokinetics and metabolism of oleandrin, a cytotoxic component of Nerium oleander. J Exp Ther Oncol. 2002 Sep-Oct;2(5):278-85. PMID: 12416031 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 3: Smith JA, Madden T, Vijjeswarapu M, Newman RA. Inhibition of export of fibroblast growth factor-2 (FGF-2) from the prostate cancer cell lines PC3 and DU145 by Anvirzel and its cardiac glycoside component, oleandrin. Biochem Pharmacol. 2001 Aug 15;62(4):469-72. PMID: 11448457 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 4: Pathak S, Multani AS, Narayan S, Kumar V, Newman RA. Anvirzel, an extract of Nerium oleander, induces cell death in human but not murine cancer cells. Anticancer Drugs. 2000 Jul;11(6):455-63. PMID: 11001386 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 5: Wang X, Plomley JB, Newman RA, Cisneros A. LC/MS/MS analyses of an oleander extract for cancer treatment. Anal Chem. 2000 Aug 1;72(15):3547-52. PMID: 10952541 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 6: Manna SK, Sah NK, Newman RA, Cisneros A, Aggarwal BB. Oleandrin suppresses activation of nuclear transcription factor-kappaB, activator protein-1, and c-Jun NH2-terminal kinase. 201
Cancer Res. 2000 Jul 15;60(14):3838-47. PMID: 10919658 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] Newman studies involving cardiac glycosides 1: Newman RA, Yang P, Pawlus AD, Block KI. Cardiac glycosides as novel cancer therapeutic agents. Mol Interv. 2008 Feb;8(1):36-49. PMID: 18332483 [PubMed - in process] 2: Newman RA, Kondo Y, Yokoyama T, Dixon S, Cartwright C, Chan D, Johansen M, Yang P. Autophagic cell death of human pancreatic tumor cells mediated by oleandrin, a lipid-soluble cardiac glycoside. Integr Cancer Ther. 2007 Dec;6(4):354-64. PMID: 18048883 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 3: Newman RA, Yang P, Hittelman WN, Lu T, Ho DH, Ni D, Chan D, Vijjeswarapu M, Cartwright C, Dixon S, Felix E, Addington C. Oleandrin-mediated oxidative stress in human melanoma cells. J Exp Ther Oncol. 2006;5(3):167-81. PMID: 16528968 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 4: Newman LS, Feinberg MW, LeWine HE. Clinical problem-solving. A bitter tale. N Engl J Med. 2004 Aug 5;351(6):594-9. No abstract available. PMID: 15295053 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 5: Pinter A, Dorian P, Paquette M, Ng A, Burns M, Spanu I, Freeman M, Korley V, Newman D. Left ventricular performance during acute rate control in atrial fibrillation: the importance of heart rate and agent used. J Cardiovasc Pharmacol Ther. 2003 Mar;8(1):17-24. PMID: 12652326 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 6: Ni D, Madden TL, Johansen M, Felix E, Ho DH, Newman RA. Murine pharmacokinetics and metabolism of oleandrin, a cytotoxic component of Nerium oleander. J Exp Ther Oncol. 2002 Sep-Oct;2(5):278-85. PMID: 12416031 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 7: Nasu S, Milas L, Kawabe S, Raju U, Newman R. 202
Enhancement of radiotherapy by oleandrin is a caspase-3 dependent process. Cancer Lett. 2002 Nov 28;185(2):145-51. PMID: 12169388 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 8: Smith JA, Madden T, Vijjeswarapu M, Newman RA. Inhibition of export of fibroblast growth factor-2 (FGF-2) from the prostate cancer cell lines PC3 and DU145 by Anvirzel and its cardiac glycoside component, oleandrin. Biochem Pharmacol. 2001 Aug 15;62(4):469-72. PMID: 11448457 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 9: Harjai KJ, Nunez E, Stewart Humphrey J, Turgut T, Shah M, Newman J. Does gender bias exist in the medical management of heart failure? Int J Cardiol. 2000 Aug;75(1):65-9. PMID: 11054508 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 10: Pathak S, Multani AS, Narayan S, Kumar V, Newman RA. Anvirzel, an extract of Nerium oleander, induces cell death in human but not murine cancer cells. Anticancer Drugs. 2000 Jul;11(6):455-63. PMID: 11001386 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 11: Wang X, Plomley JB, Newman RA, Cisneros A. LC/MS/MS analyses of an oleander extract for cancer treatment. Anal Chem. 2000 Aug 1;72(15):3547-52. PMID: 10952541 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 12: Manna SK, Sah NK, Newman RA, Cisneros A, Aggarwal BB. Oleandrin suppresses activation of nuclear transcription factor-kappaB, activator protein-1, and c-Jun NH2-terminal kinase. Cancer Res. 2000 Jul 15;60(14):3838-47. PMID: 10919658 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 13: McConkey DJ, Lin Y, Nutt LK, Ozel HZ, Newman RA. Cardiac glycosides stimulate Ca2+ increases and apoptosis in androgen-independent, metastatic human prostate adenocarcinoma cells. Cancer Res. 2000 Jul 15;60(14):3807-12. PMID: 10919654 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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14: Weightman WM, Gibbs NM, Sheminant MR, Whitford EG, Mahon BD, Newman MA. Drug therapy before coronary artery surgery: nitrates are independent predictors of mortality and beta-adrenergic blockers predict survival. Anesth Analg. 1999 Feb;88(2):286-91. PMID: 9972742 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 15: Davey CL, Thakkar H, Newman DJ, Price CP. A simple, automated, nonextraction assay for serum digoxin using particle-enhanced immunoassay. Ther Drug Monit. 1997 Feb;19(1):108-11. PMID: 9029759 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 16: Rautaharju PM, Manolio TA, Furberg CD, Siscovick D, Newman AB, Borhani NO, Gardin JM. Ischemic episodes in 24-h ambulatory electrocardiograms of elderly persons: the Cardiovascular Health Study. Int J Cardiol. 1995 Sep;51(2):165-75. PMID: 8522413 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 17: Fletcher SE, Fyfe DA, Case CL, Wiles HB, Upshur JK, Newman RB. Myocardial necrosis in a newborn after long-term maternal subcutaneous terbutaline infusion for suppression of preterm labor. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 1991 Nov;165(5 Pt 1):1401-4. PMID: 1843619 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 18: Newman WH, Lee JT Jr, Webb JG. Persistent desensitization of the heart to the inotropic action of isoproterenol by adenosine. Res Commun Chem Pathol Pharmacol. 1989 Nov;66(2):233-54. PMID: 2602656 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 19: Daut J, Mehrke G, Nees S, Newman WH. Passive electrical properties and electrogenic sodium transport of cultured guinea-pig coronary endothelial cells. J Physiol. 1988 Aug;402:237-54. PMID: 2853223 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 20: Grupp G, Grupp IL, Newman G, Schwartz A. Effects of a new positive inotropic agent, 3,4-dihydro-6-[4-(3,4-dimethoxybenzoyl)-1-piperazinyl]-2(1H)- quinolinone (OPC-8212) and its solvent sulfolane on isolated heart preparations of the rat, guinea pig, and dog. Arzneimittelforschung. 1984;34(3A):359-63. 204
PMID: 6540089 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 21: Newman WH, Webb JG, Privitera PJ. Persistence of myocardial failure following removal of chronic volume overload. Am J Physiol. 1982 Dec;243(6):H876-83. PMID: 6756171 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 22: Newman WH, Ellison DM. A differential effect of ouabain and beta-agonists on contractility and lactic acid production in the hypertrophied heart. Eur J Pharmacol. 1980 Dec 19;68(4):437-42. PMID: 6110553 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 23: Newman WH, Webb JG. A differential inotropic responsiveness to isoprenaline and ouabain in dogs with heart failure. Cardiovasc Res. 1980 Sep;14(9):530-6. PMID: 7214396 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 24: Newman WH, Webb JG. Adaptation of left ventricle to chronic pressure overload: response to inotropic drugs. Am J Physiol. 1980 Feb;238(2):H134-43. PMID: 6444783 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 25: Newman PJ, Sherman LA. Isolation and characterization of photosystem I and II membrane particles from the blue-green alga, Synechococcus cedrorum. Biochim Biophys Acta. 1978 Aug 8;503(2):343-61. PMID: 99171 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 26: Spector R, McGrath P, Uretsky N, Newman R, Cohen P. Does intervention by a nurse improve medication compliance? Arch Intern Med. 1978 Jan;138(1):36-40. PMID: 619829 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 27: Bagwell EE, Custy J, Steen RG, Newman WH. Beta receptor blocking and antiarrhythmic properties of tolamolol. J Pharmacol Exp Ther. 1974 Dec;191(3):496-505. No abstract available. 205
PMID: 4154378 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 28: Reves JG, Newman WH. Cardiovascular response to hemorrhage after alcohol in dogs. Q J Stud Alcohol. 1972 Jun;33(2):464-75. No abstract available. PMID: 5064203 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 29: Lasser R, Haft JI, Newman BJ, Allen DF, Ishigura J, Friedberg CK. Chronic left heart failure--an experimental model in the dog. Mt Sinai J Med. 1971 Sep-Oct;38(5):440-9. No abstract available. PMID: 4255995 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 30: Hollister RM, Newman W. The Wotman test for digitalis toxicity: a preliminary report. J Tenn Med Assoc. 1971 Aug;64(8):679-80. No abstract available. PMID: 5141165 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 31: Newman WH, Valicenti JF Jr. Ventricular function following acute alcohol administration: a strain-gauge analysis of depressed ventricular dyamics. Am Heart J. 1971 Jan;81(1):61-8. No abstract available. PMID: 5099692 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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Cytotoxic effects of leaf, stem and root extracts of Nerium oleander on leukemia cell lines and role of the pglycoprotein in this effect. Turan N, Akgün-Dar K, Kuruca SE, Kiliçaslan-Ayna T, Seyhan VG, Atasever B, Meriçli F, Carin M. Istanbul University, Faculty of Science, Department of Biology, Vezneciler, Istanbul, Turkey. Nerium oleander (No), is a toxic plant. In recent studies, it was determined that the extracts of this plant are effective to treat some types of cancer, but these studies are limited and do not include human leukemia. In the present study, firstly we aimed to investigate in vitro the cytotoxic effects of No on the HL60 and K562 leukemia cell lines. The cells were incubated with six different concentrations of each three extracts. MTT assay was employed as a cytotoxicity test. It was observed that concentrations of 1000, 500 and 50 microg/ml from each extract possess marked antileukemic effects. No leaf and root extracts were seen to be more cytotoxic than the stem extract according to LC50. Secondly, in order to understand the role of P-gp in cytotoxicity, P-gp levels of K562 resistant and sensitive cells were measured by flow cytometry before treatment extracts, and then, the cells were incubated with No leaf, stem and root extracts in 500 microg/ml concentrations overnight. After incubation, measurements showed decreased levels of P-gp in the cells. Hence, it is possible to think contributes to their cytotoxic effects that inhibiting of the P-gp pump by No extracts on leukemia cell lines. PMID: 17228522 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] --------------------------------------------------------
Bioactive cardenolides from the stems and twigs of Nerium oleander. Zhao M, Bai L, Wang L, Toki A, Hasegawa T, Kikuchi M, Abe M, Sakai J, Hasegawa R, Bai Y, Mitsui T, Ogura H, Kataoka T, Oka S, Tsushima H, Kiuchi M, Hirose K, Tomida A, Tsuruo T, Ando M.
Graduate School of Science and Technology and Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Niigata University, Ikarashi, 2-8050, Niigata, 950-2181, Japan. Four new cardenolide monoglycosides, cardenolides N-1 (1), N-2 (2), N-3 (3), and N-4 (4), were isolated from Nerium oleander, together with two known cardenolides, 5 and 12, and seven cardenolide monoglycosides, 6-11 and 13. The structures of compounds 1-4 were established on the basis of their spectroscopic data. The in vitro anti-inflammatory activity of compounds 1-13 was examined on the basis of inhibitory activity against the induction of the intercellular adhesion molecule-1 (ICAM-1). Compounds 1, 5, 6, and 11-13 were active at an IC50 value of less than 1 microM. The cytotoxicity of compounds 1-13 was evaluated against three human cell lines, normal human fibroblast cells (WI-38), malignant tumor cells induced from WI-38 (VA-13), and human liver tumor cells (HepG2). Compounds 1, 4, 6, and 11-13 were active toward V-13 cells, and compounds 1, 11, and 12 were active toward HepG2 cells at IC50 values of less than 1 microM. Compounds 4, 5, 10, and 12 showed selective cell growth inhibitory activity toward V13 tumor cells compared with that of parental normal WI-38 cells. The MDR-reversal activity of compounds 1-13 was evaluated on the basis of the amount of calcein accumulated in MDR human ovarian cancer 2780AD cells in the presence of each compound. Compounds 4, 9, and 10 showed significant effects on calcein accumulation, compound 4 showing stronger activity than that of verapamil. PMID: 17595134 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE] 207
Bioactive pregnanes from Nerium oleander. Bai L, Wang L, Zhao M, Toki A, Hasegawa T, Ogura H, Kataoka T, Hirose K, Sakai J, Bai J, Ando M. Graduate School of Science and Technology, Department of Chemistry and Chemical Engineering, Niigata University, Ikarashi, 2-8050, Niigata 950-2181, Japan. Three new pregnanes, 21-hydroxypregna-4,6-diene-3,12,20-trione (1), 20R-hydroxypregna-4,6-diene-3,12dione (2), and 16beta,17beta-epoxy-12beta-hydroxypregna-4,6-diene-3,20-dione (3), were isolated from Nerium oleander, together with two known compounds, 12beta-hydroxypregna-4,6,16-triene-3,20-dione (neridienone A, 4) and 20S,21-dihydroxypregna-4,6-diene-3,12-dione (neridienone B, 5). The structures of compounds 1-3 were established on the basis of their spectroscopic data. The anti-inflammatory activity in vitro of compounds 2-4 was examined on the basis of inhibitory activity against the induction of intercellular adhesion molecule-1 (ICAM-1), and compound 4 was active. The cytotoxic activity of compounds 1-5 was evaluated against four human cell lines, normal human fibroblast cells (WI-38), malignant tumor cells induced from WI-38 (VA-13), human liver tumor cells (HepG2), and human lung carcinoma cells (A-549). Compound 4 showed significant cell growth inhibition of VA-13 and HepG2 cells. The MDR-reversal activity of compounds 1-5 was evaluated on the basis of the amount of calcein accumulated in MDR human ovarian cancer 2780AD cells in the presence of each compound. Compounds 1, 2, and 5 showed significant effects on calcein accumulation. PMID: 17253842 [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]
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Cytotoxic Effect of Nerium Oleander Extract (ANVIRZELTM) on Bladder Cancer Cells. (Meeting abstract). Sub-category: Genitourinary Cancer Category: Genitourinary Cancer Meeting: 1999 ASCO Annual Meeting
Abstract No: 1328 Author(s): Lamm Donald , Kamat Ashish , DeHaven Jean Abstract: OBJECTIVES: In 1998, 54, 400 new cases of bladder cancer and 12, 500 bladder cancer deaths will occur in the United States. Despite complete transurethral resection, tumor recurs in 66% and 88% of patients by 5 and 15 years respectively and tumor progression occurs in 24-56% of patients. In Turkey, a water-soluble extract of Nerium (N.) oleander has been used as a remedy against human malignancies with subjective success but without corroborating laboratory data. We attempted to critically evaluate the N. oleander extract as a candidate agent for adjuvant therapy. METHODS: Three human cell lines, T24, HTB9 and TccSUP, and one mouse cell line, MBT2, were used to test an extract of N. oleander, supplied as AnvirzelTM (Ozelle Pharmaceuticals). Doses of AnvirzelTM ranging from 0 to 1000 mcg/ml (0 mcg/ml being control), containing 0-210 mcg/ml N. oleander extract, were applied to cell cultures for 1, 2, 24, and 96 hours, with evaluation by MTT (colorimetric assay for living cell number) at 96 hours (hrs). The t-test was used to evaluate statistical significance (p
