I have not been officially diagnosed with Sjogren’s Syndrome, but both my eye doctor and my dentist are suspicious that I may have it. What can I do to relieve the symptoms without taking medication? My eyes are VERY dry, but doing better since we put plugs in the upper lids as [...]
Entries from April 2010
Sjogren’s Syndrome
April 12th, 2010 · 12:55 PM
Tags: dry eyes, dry mouth, Sjogren's Syndrome
Zantac, Acid Reflux
April 9th, 2010 · 10:20 AM
I have taken a prescription Zantac for a long time, for my ulcers. When I get to the point I don’t think I need to take them, I eventually end up doubled over in pain, and start taking them again. Recently I’ve heard that taking antacids is not good. My question is: is this [...]
Tags: acid reflux, gastritis
Essential Fatty Acids
April 8th, 2010 · 9:26 AM
In the field of nutrition, there are only three categories of nutrients-proteins, fats and carbohydrates. Protein recommendations have not changed through the years. Fat recommendations changed some forty years ago with no scientific background, creating an experiment on the American public with disastrous consequences. Carbohydrate [...]
Tags: borage oil, EFA, essential fatty acids, evening primrose oil, flaxseed oil, omega 3, Omega 6
Video of the Week - Inflammatory Bowel Diseases (Crohn’s, Ulcerative colitis)
April 7th, 2010 · 11:54 AM
Safe Treatments for Osteoporosis
April 7th, 2010 · 5:23 AM
What about once a month Boniva? Does it fit in the category of a safe treatment for osteoporosis?
Boniva, Actonel and Fosamax are in a category of medications call bisphosphonates. They interfere with the repair of bones.
Bones are live tissue, like any other tissue in the body. When bone tissue needs repair, osteoclasts are sent [...]
Tags: bones, green leafy vegetables, osteoporosis, phosphates, vitamin supplements
Fibromyalgia
April 6th, 2010 · 7:03 AM
I would like more information in dealing with fibromyalgia. I have dealt with this problem for over 15 years. Celebrex seems to help with pain, but I also frequently feel so tired and drained. I am used to being very active and busy, but not now. How can I get off Celebrex and have [...]
Tags: energy, firbromyalgia
Springtime Allergies
April 5th, 2010 · 9:34 AM
I was wondering what you suggest for springtime allergies? Mine last from about now to mid-June. I’m 48 and have had them since high school. Every spring I’m plagued with them, the worst being the terrible, itchy eyes that nothing relieves. Rx’s or over the counter meds do give me some relief but [...]
Tags: allergies
Vaginitis
April 2nd, 2010 · 5:14 AM
My daughter has vaginitis which has not gone away after several RX’s of antibiotics. What natural cures or supplements could help her?
One strong possibility for a vaginal problem is candida, or yeast, which is only made worse with each antibiotic. If that is the problem, the following is important:
1. Diet-since sugar feeds Candida, [...]
Tags: Candida, probiotics, vaginitis, yeast infections
Molluscum Virus
April 1st, 2010 · 2:28 PM
Do you have any remedies that will clear molluscum in children? There are many websites that claim there are no cures and it’s frustrating to witness the long term affects of this virus. Thank you!
All viruses are basically opportunistic infections, meaning that if the child (person) is healthy, no virus could infect [...]



My doctor says I can get all the vitamins and minerals I need from my food. What is your opinion on this?
I used to say the same thing to my patients, back in the days before I studied healthy alternatives. It is the party line of allopathic medicine, although that is starting to change. Here's the bottom line, and I'll follow up with some info on what allopaths are now doing: