HIV and AIDS Natural Treatments
According to research estimates, 35.3 million people were living with
aids in the year 2012 alone. While that number has likely changed, the
reality is that HIV is a worldwide health problem that requires
pervasive treatment. While we don’t have a newfangled herbal cure-all
for you, we do have a few remedy suggestions, including apple cider
vinegar, coconut oil, and bloodroot, that just may help you treat your
infection and all but eliminate it naturally.
Thursday, March 19, 2015
Dietary intake of natural antioxidants: vitamins and polyphenols
Dietary intake of natural antioxidants: vitamins and polyphenols. - PubMed - NCBI
Oxidative stress is a condition in which
oxidant metabolites exert their toxic effect because of an increased
production or an altered cellular mechanism of protection; oxidative
stress is rapidly gaining recognition as a key phenomenon in chronic
diseases. Antioxidants terminate these chain reactions by removing free
radical intermediates, and inhibit other oxidation reactions by being
oxidized themselves. Endogenous defence mechanisms are inadequate for
the complete prevention of oxidative damage, and different sources of
dietary antioxidants may be especially important. This article calls
attention to the dietary antioxidants, such as vitamins A, C, and E and
polyphenols. Compelling evidence has led to the conclusion that diet is a
key environmental factor and a potential tool for the control of
chronic diseases. More specifically, fruits and vegetables have been
shown to exert a protective effect. The high content of minerals and
natural antioxidant as vitamins A, C, and E and polyphenols in fruits
and vegetables may be a main factor responsible for these effects.
oxidant metabolites exert their toxic effect because of an increased
production or an altered cellular mechanism of protection; oxidative
stress is rapidly gaining recognition as a key phenomenon in chronic
diseases. Antioxidants terminate these chain reactions by removing free
radical intermediates, and inhibit other oxidation reactions by being
oxidized themselves. Endogenous defence mechanisms are inadequate for
the complete prevention of oxidative damage, and different sources of
dietary antioxidants may be especially important. This article calls
attention to the dietary antioxidants, such as vitamins A, C, and E and
polyphenols. Compelling evidence has led to the conclusion that diet is a
key environmental factor and a potential tool for the control of
chronic diseases. More specifically, fruits and vegetables have been
shown to exert a protective effect. The high content of minerals and
natural antioxidant as vitamins A, C, and E and polyphenols in fruits
and vegetables may be a main factor responsible for these effects.
61 Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
61 Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
Health Benefits of Omega-3 Fatty Acids
- There is strong evidence that omega-3 fatty acids have a beneficial effect in bipolar disorder.
- Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation is associated with reduced mania and depression in juvenile bipolar disorder.
- Clinical studies have reported that oral fish oil supplementation has beneficial effects in rheumatoid arthritis and among some asthmatics.
- Fish oil improves tubular dysfunction, lipid profiles and oxidative stress in patients with IgA nephropathy.
- Dietary supplementation with flaxseed oil lowers blood pressure in dyslipidaemic patients.
- Omega 3 fatty acids improve the cardiovascular risk profile of subjects with metabolic syndrome, including markers of inflammation and auto-immunity.
- Omega-3 in modest doses reduces cardiac deaths, and in high doses reduces nonfatal cardiovascular events.
- Dietary supplementation with omega-3 fatty acids reduces the incidence of sudden cardiac death in patients with myocardial infarction.
- Omega-3 fatty acid reduce the total mortality and sudden death in patients with left ventricular systolic dysfunction.
Raising blood levels of omega-3 fatty acid levels may be 8 times
effective than distributing automated external defibrillators (AEDs),
and 2 times more effective than implanting implanting cardioverter
defibrillators (ICDs) in preventing sudden death.- Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation reduces total mortality and sudden death in patients who have already had a heart attack.
- Consuming small quantities of fish is associated with a reduction in coronary heart disease.
- Omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D supplementation results in a substantial reduction in coronary calcium scores and slowed plaque growth.
- Omega-3 fatty acids prevent atrial fibrillation after coronary artery bypass surgery.
- Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation has a therapeutic effect in children with ADHD.
- A combination of omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids as well as magnesium and zinc consumption provide a beneficial effect on attentional, behavioural, and emotional problems of children and adolescents.
- Fish oil supplementation has a significant therapeutic effect on children with autism.
- Omega-3 fatty acids appear to be an effective treatment for children with autism.
- The consumption of omega-3 fatty acid supplements decreases homocysteine levels in diabetic patients.
- Omega-3 fatty acids improve macro- and microvascular function in subjects with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
- In patients with stable coronary artery disease, an independent and inverse association exists between n-3 fatty acid levels and inflammatory biomarkers.
- Omega-3 fatty acids improve endothelial function in peripheral arterial disease.
- Fish oil has a beneficial effect on blood viscosity in peripheral vascular disease.
- Fish oil supplementation improves walking distance in peripheral arterial disease.
- The omega-3 fatty acid docosapentaenoic acid (DPA) reduces the risk of peripheral arterial diseaseassociated with smoking.
- An 8-month treatment with omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) has a positive effects, such as decreasing inflammation, in patients with cystic fibrosis.
- Omega-3 fatty acids may have a protective effect against mucus over-production caused by pulmonary bacterial colonization in cystic fibrosis.
- Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation reduces inflammatory biomarkers, erythrocyte sedimentation rate, and interleukin-8 concentrations in cystic fibrosis patients.
- DHA increases resistance to Pseudomonas aeruginosa infection.
- EPA supplementation has therapeutic value in the treatment of chronic hepatitis C patients.
- EPA and DHA have therapeutic value in the treatment of systemic lupus erythmeatosus.
- Omega-3 fish oil reduces the severity of symptoms in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus.
- Fish and long-chain omega-3 fatty acid intake reduce the risk of coronary heart disease and total mortalityin diabetic women.
- Higher plasma concentrations of EPA and DPA are associated with a lower risk of nonfatal myocardial infarction among women.
- Omega-3 fatty acid consumption is inversely associated with incidence of hypertension.
- Fish oil, but not flaxseed oil, decreases inflammation and prevents pressure overload-induced cardiac dysfunction.
- The consumption of fish reduces the risk of ischemic stroke in elderly individuals.
- A moderate intake of EPA and DHA may postpone cognitive decline in elderly men.
- Omega-3 fatty acids may have a therapeutic effect on postpartum depression.
- Omega-3 fatty acids may have therapeutic value in the treatment of dry eye syndrome.
- Omega-3 fatty acid supplementation exhibits therapeutic value in the treatment of children with attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptomatology.
- Fish consumption reduces the risk of ischemic stroke in men.
- Omega-3 Fatty acids supplementation prevents and reverses insulin resistance.
- Omega-3 fatty acids prevent the formation of urinary calcium oxalate stone formation.
- Omega-3 fatty acids are beneficial for children with bronchial asthma.
- Omega 3 fatty acid supplementation may contribute to the prevention of early preterm birth in both low-risk and high-risk pregnancies.
- Fish consumption is associated with a 63% reduction in prostate cancer-specific mortality.
- Omega 3 fatty acids decrease the severity of autoimmune disorders.
- Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) may have a therapeutic role in attenuating pulmonary hypertension.
- Omega-3 fatty acids resulted in an improvement in weight bearing in dogs with osteoarthritis.
- Primary open-angle glaucoma patients have reduced blood levels of DHA and EPA.
- Omega-3 fatty acids alleviate insulin resistance and fatty liver in obese mice.
- Intake of eicosapentaenoic and docosahexaenoic acids from fish may be associated with a reduced prevalence of allergic rhinitis.
- Cod liver oil (omega-3 Fatty Acids) reduces the need for NSAIDs in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.
- Omega-3 Fatty Acids has significant therapeutic benefits and drug sparing activity in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis.
- Diets containing EPA and DHA have an inhibitory effect on breast cancer growth and metastasis.
- Dietary Omega-3 fatty acids may protect smokers against chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
- Omega-3 fatty acids were shown to be more effective than placebo for depression in both adults and children in small controlled studies and in an open study of bipolar depression.
- The omega-3 fatty acid EPA is as effective as fluoxetine (Prozac) in treating major depressive disorder.
- A diet low in trans-unsaturated fat and rich in omega-3 fatty acids and olive oil may reduce the risk of age-related macular degeneration.
- Higher intake of omega 3 fatty acids may reduce the risk of pneumonia.
Science Confirms Turmeric As Effective As 14 Drugs
Posted on:
Monday, May 13th 2013 at 2:00 pmWritten By:
Sayer Ji, Founder
has revealed over 600 potential preventive and therapeutic
applications, as well as 175 distinct beneficial physiological effects.
This entire database of 1,585 ncbi-hyperlinked turmeric abstracts can be
downloaded as a PDF at our Downloadable Turmeric Document page, and acquired either as a retail item or with 200 GMI-tokens, for those of you who are already are members and receive them automatically each month.
Given
the sheer density of research performed on this remarkable spice, it is
no wonder that a growing number of studies have concluded that it
compares favorably to a variety of conventional medications, including:
- Lipitor/Atorvastatin(cholesterol medication): A 2008 study published in the journal Drugs in R & D found
that a standardized preparation of curcuminoids from Turmeric compared
favorably to the drug atorvastatin (trade name Lipitor) on endothelial
dysfunction, the underlying pathology of the blood vessels that drives
atherosclerosis, in association with reductions in inflammation and
oxidative stress in type 2 diabetic patients. [i] [For addition curcumin and 'high cholesterol' research – 8 abstracts] - Corticosteroids (steroid medications): A 1999 study published in the journal Phytotherapy Research found
that the primary polyphenol in turmeric, the saffron colored pigment
known as curcumin, compared favorably to steroids in the management of
chronic anterior uveitis, an inflammatory eye disease.[ii] A 2008 study published in Critical Care Medicine
found that curcumin compared favorably to the corticosteroid drug
dexamethasone in the animal model as an alternative therapy for
protecting lung transplantation-associated injury by down-regulating
inflammatory genes.[iii] An earlier 2003 study published in Cancer Letters found the same drug also compared favorably to dexamethasone in a lung ischaemia-repurfusion injury model.[iv] [for additional curcumin and inflammation research – 52 abstracts] - Prozac/Fluoxetine & Imipramine (antidepressants): A 2011 study published in the journal Acta Poloniae Pharmaceutica found that curcumin compared favorably to both drugs in reducing depressive behavior in an animal model.[v] [for additional curcumin and depression research – 5 abstracts]
- Aspirin (blood thinner): A 1986 in vitro and ex vivo study published in the journal Arzneimittelforschung
found that curcumin has anti-platelet and prostacyclin modulating
effects compared to aspirin, indicating it may have value in patients
prone to vascular thrombosis and requiring anti-arthritis therapy.[vi] [for additional curcumin and anti-platelet research] - Anti-inflammatory Drugs: A 2004 study published in the journal Oncogene found that curcumin (as well as resveratrol) were effective alternatives to the drugs aspirin, ibuprofen, sulindac, phenylbutazone, naproxen, indomethacin, diclofenac, dexamethasone, celecoxib, and tamoxifen in exerting anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative activity against tumor cells.[vii] [for additional curcumin and anti-proliferative research – 15 abstracts]
- Oxaliplatin (chemotherapy drug): A 2007 study published in the International Journal of Cancer found that curcumin compares favorably with oxaliplatin as an antiproliferative agenet in colorectal cell lines.[viii] [for additional curcumin and colorectal cancer research – 52 abstracts]
- Metformin (diabetes drug): A 2009 study published in the journal Biochemitry and Biophysical Research Community explored
how curcumin might be valuable in treating diabetes, finding that it
activates AMPK (which increases glucose uptake) and suppresses
gluconeogenic gene expression (which suppresses glucose production in
the liver) in hepatoma cells. Interestingly, they found curcumin to be
500 times to 100,000 times (in the form known as
tetrahydrocurcuminoids(THC)) more potent than metformin in activating
AMPK and its downstream target acetyl-CoA carboxylase (ACC). [ix]
Posted on:
Monday, May 13th 2013 at 2:00 pmWritten By:
Sayer Ji, Founderhas revealed over 600 potential preventive and therapeutic
applications, as well as 175 distinct beneficial physiological effects.
This entire database of 1,585 ncbi-hyperlinked turmeric abstracts can be
downloaded as a PDF at our Downloadable Turmeric Document page, and acquired either as a retail item or with 200 GMI-tokens, for those of you who are already are members and receive them automatically each month.
Given
the sheer density of research performed on this remarkable spice, it is
no wonder that a growing number of studies have concluded that it
compares favorably to a variety of conventional medications, including:
- Lipitor/Atorvastatin(cholesterol medication): A 2008 study published in the journal Drugs in R & D found
that a standardized preparation of curcuminoids from Turmeric compared
favorably to the drug atorvastatin (trade name Lipitor) on endothelial
dysfunction, the underlying pathology of the blood vessels that drives
atherosclerosis, in association with reductions in inflammation and
oxidative stress in type 2 diabetic patients. [i] [For addition curcumin and 'high cholesterol' research – 8 abstracts] - Corticosteroids (steroid medications): A 1999 study published in the journal Phytotherapy Research found
that the primary polyphenol in turmeric, the saffron colored pigment
known as curcumin, compared favorably to steroids in the management of
chronic anterior uveitis, an inflammatory eye disease.[ii] A 2008 study published in Critical Care Medicine
found that curcumin compared favorably to the corticosteroid drug
dexamethasone in the animal model as an alternative therapy for
protecting lung transplantation-associated injury by down-regulating
inflammatory genes.[iii] An earlier 2003 study published in Cancer Letters found the same drug also compared favorably to dexamethasone in a lung ischaemia-repurfusion injury model.[iv] [for additional curcumin and inflammation research – 52 abstracts] - Prozac/Fluoxetine & Imipramine (antidepressants): A 2011 study published in the journal Acta Poloniae Pharmaceutica found that curcumin compared favorably to both drugs in reducing depressive behavior in an animal model.[v] [for additional curcumin and depression research – 5 abstracts]
- Aspirin (blood thinner): A 1986 in vitro and ex vivo study published in the journal Arzneimittelforschung
found that curcumin has anti-platelet and prostacyclin modulating
effects compared to aspirin, indicating it may have value in patients
prone to vascular thrombosis and requiring anti-arthritis therapy.[vi] [for additional curcumin and anti-platelet research] - Anti-inflammatory Drugs: A 2004 study published in the journal Oncogene found that curcumin (as well as resveratrol) were effective alternatives to the drugs aspirin, ibuprofen, sulindac, phenylbutazone, naproxen, indomethacin, diclofenac, dexamethasone, celecoxib, and tamoxifen in exerting anti-inflammatory and anti-proliferative activity against tumor cells.[vii] [for additional curcumin and anti-proliferative research – 15 abstracts]
- Oxaliplatin (chemotherapy drug): A 2007 study published in the International Journal of Cancer found that curcumin compares favorably with oxaliplatin as an antiproliferative agenet in colorectal cell lines.[viii] [for additional curcumin and colorectal cancer research – 52 abstracts]
- Metformin (diabetes drug): A 2009 study published in the journal Biochemitry and Biophysical Research Community explored
how curcumin might be valuable in treating diabetes, finding that it
activates AMPK (which increases glucose uptake) and suppresses
gluconeogenic gene expression (which suppresses glucose production in
the liver) in hepatoma cells. Interestingly, they found curcumin to be
500 times to 100,000 times (in the form known as
tetrahydrocurcuminoids(THC)) more potent than metformin in activating
AMPK and its downstream target acetyl-CoA carboxylase (ACC). [ix]
Are herbal health products and supplements safe because they’re natural?
Are herbal health products and supplements safe because they’re natural?
Not necessarily. Don’t think that all herbal health products and supplements are safer than medicines just because they occur in nature or come from plants. Although herbal products and supplements are advertised as “natural,” they aren’t necessarily natural to the human body.
Some herbal products and supplements might contain other ingredients that could make you sick. Sometimes they contain drugs that aren’t listed on the label, such as steroids or estrogens. Some of these products may even contain toxic (poisonous) substances, such as arsenic, mercury, lead, and pesticides.
However, some manufacturers of vitamins, minerals, and dietary supplements follow the U.S. Pharmacopeial (USP) Convention quality standards. These supplement manufacturers volunteer to have their supplements tested for quality and purity by an outside company before they are sold.
These supplements often display additional quality credentials on their labels, such as “USP Verified” or “ConsumerLab.com Approved Quality.”
Choose your supplements carefully, and talk to your family doctor and/or your pharmacist if you have questions.
Not necessarily. Don’t think that all herbal health products and supplements are safer than medicines just because they occur in nature or come from plants. Although herbal products and supplements are advertised as “natural,” they aren’t necessarily natural to the human body.
Some herbal products and supplements might contain other ingredients that could make you sick. Sometimes they contain drugs that aren’t listed on the label, such as steroids or estrogens. Some of these products may even contain toxic (poisonous) substances, such as arsenic, mercury, lead, and pesticides.
However, some manufacturers of vitamins, minerals, and dietary supplements follow the U.S. Pharmacopeial (USP) Convention quality standards. These supplement manufacturers volunteer to have their supplements tested for quality and purity by an outside company before they are sold.
Some herbal products and supplements might contain other ingredients that could make you sick. Sometimes they contain drugs that aren’t listed on the label, such as steroids or estrogens. Some of these products may even contain toxic (poisonous) substances, such as arsenic, mercury, lead, and pesticides.
However, some manufacturers of vitamins, minerals, and dietary supplements follow the U.S. Pharmacopeial (USP) Convention quality standards. These supplement manufacturers volunteer to have their supplements tested for quality and purity by an outside company before they are sold.
These supplements often display additional quality credentials on their labels, such as “USP Verified” or “ConsumerLab.com Approved Quality.”
Choose your supplements carefully, and talk to your family doctor and/or your pharmacist if you have questions.
Choose your supplements carefully, and talk to your family doctor and/or your pharmacist if you have questions.
What types of herbal products and supplements are available?
Hundreds of herbal products and supplements are available. They are advertised to treat just about any symptom. However, there isn’t a lot of trustworthy evidence to support the vast majority of these advertising claims.
Some of the most popular herbal products and supplements include chondroitin sulfate, echinacea, garlic, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, glucosamine, kava, melatonin, phytoestrogens (such as black cohosh, dong quai, and soy), saw palmetto, and St. John’s wort.
Hundreds of herbal products and supplements are available. They are advertised to treat just about any symptom. However, there isn’t a lot of trustworthy evidence to support the vast majority of these advertising claims.
Some of the most popular herbal products and supplements include chondroitin sulfate, echinacea, garlic, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, glucosamine, kava, melatonin, phytoestrogens (such as black cohosh, dong quai, and soy), saw palmetto, and St. John’s wort.
Some of the most popular herbal products and supplements include chondroitin sulfate, echinacea, garlic, ginkgo biloba, ginseng, glucosamine, kava, melatonin, phytoestrogens (such as black cohosh, dong quai, and soy), saw palmetto, and St. John’s wort.
How do I safely take herbal products and supplements?
Read the directions on the supplement label to learn how much to take and how often to take it. If you have any questions about how much to take, call your family doctor or pharmacist.
Follow these tips to make sure you are taking the right amount:
- If you are taking a prescription medicine, ask your doctor if it’s okay to also take herbal products and supplements.
- Take only the amount recommended on the label. Don’t assume that more of an herbal product or supplement will work better or quicker. Taking more than the recommended amount can be dangerous.
Read the directions on the supplement label to learn how much to take and how often to take it. If you have any questions about how much to take, call your family doctor or pharmacist.
Follow these tips to make sure you are taking the right amount:
Follow these tips to make sure you are taking the right amount:
- If you are taking a prescription medicine, ask your doctor if it’s okay to also take herbal products and supplements.
- Take only the amount recommended on the label. Don’t assume that more of an herbal product or supplement will work better or quicker. Taking more than the recommended amount can be dangerous.
How can I safely store herbal products and supplements?
Store all supplements up and away, out of reach and sight of young children. Keeping these products in a cool, dry place will help prevent them from becoming less effective before their expiration dates. Do not store them in bathrooms or bathroom cabinets, which are often hot and humid.
Store all supplements up and away, out of reach and sight of young children. Keeping these products in a cool, dry place will help prevent them from becoming less effective before their expiration dates. Do not store them in bathrooms or bathroom cabinets, which are often hot and humid.
Is it safe to take herbal products if I have health problems?
Herbal products and supplements may not be safe if you have certain health problems. Older adults also may be at increased risk of problems from these products. Talk to your doctor before taking herbal products if you have any of the following health problems:
- Blood clotting problems
- Cancer
- Diabetes
- Enlarged prostate gland
- Epilepsy
- Glaucoma
- Heart disease
- High blood pressure
- Immune system problems
- Parkinson’s disease
- Psychiatric problemsLiver problems
- Stroke
- Thyroid problems
If you are going to have surgery, be sure to tell your doctor if you use herbal products. Herbal products can cause problems with surgery, including bleeding and problems with anesthesia. Stop using herbal products at least 2 weeks before surgery, or sooner if your doctor recommends it.
Herbal products and supplements may not be safe if you have certain health problems. Older adults also may be at increased risk of problems from these products. Talk to your doctor before taking herbal products if you have any of the following health problems:
- Blood clotting problems
- Cancer
- Diabetes
- Enlarged prostate gland
- Epilepsy
- Glaucoma
- Heart disease
- High blood pressure
- Immune system problems
- Parkinson’s disease
- Psychiatric problemsLiver problems
- Stroke
- Thyroid problems
Can herbal health products or supplements change the way prescription or over-the-counter drugs work?
Yes. Herbal health products or supplements can affect the way the body processes drugs. When this happens, your medicine may not work the way it should. For example, St. John’s wort reduces the amount of certain drugs absorbed by the body. This may mean the drugs aren’t absorbed at high enough levels to help the conditions for which they are prescribed. This can cause serious problems.
Yes. Herbal health products or supplements can affect the way the body processes drugs. When this happens, your medicine may not work the way it should. For example, St. John’s wort reduces the amount of certain drugs absorbed by the body. This may mean the drugs aren’t absorbed at high enough levels to help the conditions for which they are prescribed. This can cause serious problems.
Can herbal health products and supplements cause other problems?
Yes. Herbal products and supplements may have other unwanted effects. For example:
- Glucosamine products may contain sodium. If you’re on a low-sodium diet, talk to your doctor before taking glucosamine.
- Kava can increase the effects of alcohol. Don’t drink alcohol if you take kava products.
- The phytoestrogen black cohosh contains salicylates, so avoid it if you are sensitive to aspirin or other salicylates.
Also, you shouldn’t take more than the recommended dose of any herbal health product or supplement. The problems that these products can cause are much more likely to occur if you take too much or take them for too long.
Yes. Herbal products and supplements may have other unwanted effects. For example:
- Glucosamine products may contain sodium. If you’re on a low-sodium diet, talk to your doctor before taking glucosamine.
- Kava can increase the effects of alcohol. Don’t drink alcohol if you take kava products.
- The phytoestrogen black cohosh contains salicylates, so avoid it if you are sensitive to aspirin or other salicylates.
Can herbal health products or supplements change the way prescription or OTC drugs work?
Yes. Herbal health products or supplements can affect the way the body processes drugs. When this happens, your medicine may not work the way it should. For example, St. John’s wort reduces the amount of certain drugs absorbed by the body. This may mean the drugs aren’t absorbed at high enough levels to help the conditions for which they are prescribed. This can cause serious problems.
You should be especially cautious about using herbal health products or supplements if you take a drug in one of the following categories:
- Drugs to treat depression, anxiety or other psychiatric problems
- Anti-seizure drugs
- Blood thinners
- Blood pressure medicine
- Heart medicine
- Drugs to treat diabetes
- Cancer drugs
If you take any of these drugs, talk to your doctor before taking any type of herbal product or supplement.
Yes. Herbal health products or supplements can affect the way the body processes drugs. When this happens, your medicine may not work the way it should. For example, St. John’s wort reduces the amount of certain drugs absorbed by the body. This may mean the drugs aren’t absorbed at high enough levels to help the conditions for which they are prescribed. This can cause serious problems.
You should be especially cautious about using herbal health products or supplements if you take a drug in one of the following categories:
- Drugs to treat depression, anxiety or other psychiatric problems
- Anti-seizure drugs
- Blood thinners
- Blood pressure medicine
- Heart medicine
- Drugs to treat diabetes
- Cancer drugs
Can herbal health products and supplements cause other problems?
Yes. Herbal products and supplements may have other effects that aren’t listed in the box above. A few examples include the following:
- Glucosamine products may contain sodium. If you’re on a low-sodium diet, talk to your doctor before taking glucosamine.
- Don’t drink alcohol if you take kava products. Kava can increase the effects of alcohol.
- The phytoestrogen black cohosh contains salicylates, so avoid it if you are sensitive to aspirin or other salicylates.
Also, you shouldn’t take more than the recommended dose of any herbal health product or supplement. The problems that these products can cause are much more likely to occur if you take too much or take them for too long.
Funding and support for this material have been provided by the Consumer Healthcare Products Association.
Yes. Herbal products and supplements may have other effects that aren’t listed in the box above. A few examples include the following:
- Glucosamine products may contain sodium. If you’re on a low-sodium diet, talk to your doctor before taking glucosamine.
- Don’t drink alcohol if you take kava products. Kava can increase the effects of alcohol.
- The phytoestrogen black cohosh contains salicylates, so avoid it if you are sensitive to aspirin or other salicylates.
Also, you shouldn’t take more than the recommended dose of any herbal health product or supplement. The problems that these products can cause are much more likely to occur if you take too much or take them for too long.
Funding and support for this material have been provided by the Consumer Healthcare Products Association.
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Nutrient Profile: Bitter melon (Momordica charantia)
Bitter melon has many historical and theoretical uses, ranging from an abortifacient to a hemorrhoid treatment. It also has a long history of use as a hypoglycemic agent. Its hypoglycemic effects have been explored to the greatest extent and have aided in our understanding of its pharmacology and mechanism of action, leading to several studies looking at bitter melon as a hypoglycemic agent in type 1 and type 2 diabetes. More
Glycyrrhiza uralensis improves immune function in HIV-infected patients
Glycyrrhiza uralensis improves immune function in HIV-infected patients
Abstract Title:
Treatment of 60 cases of HIV-infected patients with glyke
Abstract Source:
Zhongguo Zhong Xi Yi Jie He Za Zhi. 1993 Jun;13(6):340-2, 324
Article Affiliation:
China Academy of TCM, Beijing.
Abstract:
60 HIV-infected patients were treated with Glyke, a Chinese materia medica, 40 mg, 3 times daily x 3-6 months were given. The total effective rate was 35%. The effective + unchanged rate of immune function was 68.3-90%. 18-64% of patients improved in clinical symptoms. PCR assay was checked in one of the two seronegative patients, it showed positive. Glyke could both inhibit the SIV activity as well as enhance the immunity experimentally.
Article Published Date : Jun 01, 1993
Study Type : Human Study
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Substances : Glycyrrhiza uralensis
Diseases : HIV Infections
Pharmacological Actions : Immunomodulatory
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