Mike Adams, the Health Ranger
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Here's an actual FDA statement from the CAM Guidance report:
For example, naturopathic cranberry tablets might be labeled for use to maintain the health of the urinary tract. In this example, the cranberry tablets generally would be regulated as "dietary supplements" ...if they were labeled for use to "maintain the health of the urinary tract" rather than "prevent urinary tract infections." The cranberry tablets would be regulated as "drugs" ...if they were labeled for use to "treat urinary tract infections" even if they were labeled as dietary supplements. |
Brenda Watson and Leonard Smith
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 Cranberry juice is famous for its antioxidant properties and support of a healthy urinary tract; its organic acids and fatty acids help keep bacteria from sticking to urinary tract cells. Cranberry can also decrease the incidence of constipation and urinary incontinence as well, especially in older people. If you don't have extract on hand, you can simply add an ounce of unsweetened cranberry juice (a good one is Just Cranberry) to an 8-ounce glass of water. |
Mike Adams
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 Bladder Disorders / Kidney and Bladder Infections / Painful Urination / urinary Dysfunction / urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
Painful, frequent urination and feelings of urinary incontinence can seriously inhibit your quality of life. It's not easy to have fun at the park, at a ball game or in the movies if you have to keep going to the bathroom. Sometimes painful, frequent urination and feelings of urinary incontinence are a result of bladder or kidney infections, but these can also be symptoms of vaginitis or old age, as well as the aftereffects of certain surgeries. |
Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D.
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 In the second study, investigators measured plasma and urinary levels of L-carnitine in thirty patients with congestive heart failure and ten control subjects with no heart disease. In this study, congestive heart failure was due to dilated cardiomyopathy and rheumatic heart disease. Results showed that patients with congestive heart failure had higher plasma and urinary levels of carnitine, suggesting that carnitine was being released from the heart tissue as a result of the disease, which was creating a deficiency in the heart. |
Bottom Line Health
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| High levels of RBCs in the urine can indicate trauma to the kidney or urinary tract, cancer or urinary tract infections.
PREVENTING ERRORS
The automated instruments that are used to analyze blood are precise, and most CBCs are accurate. Similarly, few mistakes are made in a typical urinalysis, but errors can occur.
Best ways to avoid lab errors...
•Make sure your doctor or hospital uses an accredited lab. Yearly inspections are required for labs that are accredited by various organizations, such as the College of American Pathologists. |
Mehmet C. Oz., M.D. and Michael F. Roizen, M.D.
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 Urologists may also do tests that measure such things as urinary flow rates and other urinary symptoms associated with prostate conditions.
Now, the primary way to measure prostate health (along with the digital rectal exam) is through a prostate-specific antigen (PSA) blood test. This test measures inflammation in the prostate. Contrary to popular belief, a high score doesn't automatically mean you have cancer; it simply means that your prostate is enlarged for some reason, be it cancer or something else. |
Dr. Abram Hoffer, MD, FRCP (C) and Dr. Harold D. Foster, PhD
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 McGinnis WR. urinary pyrrole (Mauve Factor): Metric for oxidative stress in behavioral disorders. Linus Pauling Institute 2nd International Conference on Diet and Optimum Health. Abstract 34. Portland, Oregon. May 21-4,2003.
9 McGinnis WR. urinary pyrrole ('Mauve Factor'): Marker for oxidative stress. Presentation and syllabus narrative for the American College for Advancement of Medicine Spring Conference. Orlando, Florida. May 20 -22,2004.
10 Foster HD, Hoffer A. Schizophrenia and cancer: The adrenochrome balanced morphism. Medical Hypotheses 2004:62,415-419. |
T. Colin Campbell, Ph.D. and Thomas M. Campbell II
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 Each of these summaries clearly shows that the amount of animal protein consumed by many of us on a daily basis is capable of causing substantial increases in urinary cal-
CHART 10.1: ASSOCIATION OF urinary CALCIUM EXCRETION WITH DIETARY PROTEIN INTAKE
% Increase in Protein Intake cium. Chart 10.1 is taken from the 1981 publication.10 Doubling protein intake (mostly animal-based) from 35-78 g/day causes an alarming 50% increase in urinary calcium. This effect occurs well within the range of protein intake that most of us consume; average American intake is around 70-100 g/day. |
Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D.
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| Similarly, the results showed that the level of plasma and urinary carnitine was related to the degree of left ventricular systolic dysfunction and ejection fraction, showing that plasma and urinary carnitine levels could serve as markers for myocardial damage and impaired left ventricular function.
These studies clearly showed that damaged heart tissue has trouble holding onto its carnitine, which creates deficiencies that are directly related to heart function. A third recent study shows how supplementing diseased hearts with carnitine can reverse this deadly trend. |
Steven V. Joyal
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 Beware of urinary tract infections. These infections are common in people with diabetes and can severely damage the kidneys. Therefore, at the first sign of a urinary tract infection (fever, chills, flank pain, suprapubic pain [pain in the central lower abdomen, above the pelvis], frequent urination, burning when urinating, cloudy or bloody urine, feeling the constant urge to urinate), see your doctor immediately.
?Get your creatinine and albumin levels checked. |
Byron J. Richards, CCN
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 Estriol can also help relieve urinary incontinence and urinary tract infection.602,603'604 It can return vaginal flora to normal in postmenopausal women, thus getting rid of itching and other problems of abnormal discharge.605 606
Because estriol binds tightly to vaginal estrogen receptors, it can have a significant impact on correcting vaginal dryness and thinning of the vaginal wall. One study showed a complete resolution of vaginal atrophy in 80 percent of women within four months of estriol use.607 Another study demonstrated significant improvement in vaginal dryness and atrophy. |
Herbert Ross, DC with Keri Brenner, L.Ac.
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 The chromium that we do obtain from food sources can be depleted in the body by various factors, including a high-carbohydrate diet, infections, and physical and emotional stress. urinary excretion of chromium can increase as much as fiftyfold under stress.46 A high intake of refined sugar also tends to deplete the body of chromium, as the mineral is used up in removing sugars from the blood.47 Food sources: Brewer's yeast is an excellent source of chromium; other good sources include wheat germ, beef, chicken, liver, whole grains, potatoes, eggs, apples, bananas, and spinach. |
Ray D. Strand
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 In a clinical trial supplementing vitamin K in patients with osteoporosis reduced urinary calcium loss by 18 to 50 percent. This means vitamin K helps the body absorb and retain calcium rather than excrete it.16
Manganese
Manganese is necessary for the synthesis of connective tissue in cartilage and bone. Like magnesium, manganese is lost in the processing of whole grains into refined flour. A study of osteoporotic women showed their manganese levels were only 25 percent of those of the women in the control group. |
| When study subjects took boron in supplementation, the urinary excretion of calcium decreased by approximately 40 percent. Boron also increases magnesium concentrations and decreases phosphorous levels.15 Supplementation with 3 mg daily of boron is more than adequate.
Silicon
Silicon is important because of its ability to strengthen the connective tissue matrix, which strengthens bone. Patients with osteoporosis, in whom the generation of new bone is desirable, need increased amounts of silicon.
Zinc
This mineral is essential for the normal functioning of vitamin D. |
Hyla Cass, M.D.
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 Potassium: L-Dopa may cause an increased urinary loss of potassium in some Parkinson's patients. Use the dose recommended in the multi-nutrient program on page 32, or more if your doctor recommends it.
• Vitamin B6: 50 mg daily. This vitamin may accelerate the metabolism of levodopa, but this can be overcome by adding carbidopa (Sinemet).
METHOTREXATE
The toxic, powerful drug methotrexate (Folex PFS, Rheumatrex, Trexall) is used for cancer chemotherapy and to treat rheumatoid arthritis and psoriasis. |
| Side effects: Side effects include headache, rash, nausea, heartburn, constipation, diarrhea, gas, urinary tract infection, joint and muscle pain; changes in mood and thinking ability. For details on this last side effect, see the inset "Statins' Potential Effects on Mood and Thinking Ability" on page 66.
Nutrient depleted: Statins deplete the body of CoQi0, causing some of their more worrisome side effects. The consequences of that deficiency are broad. It can translate to:
Heart failure. Deficiency of CoQ10 makes the heart less able to do its job, leading to congestive heart failure (CHF). |
Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN
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| These nerves are responsible for the control of bowel, urinary, and sexual functions in the body. When these nerves become overactive or underactive (from a herniated or bulging disc, a pinched nerve, or even a slight misalignment), all three of these important functions can suffer.
The Lumbar nerves control intestinal peristalsis, the wave-like contractions which help move waste through the body. Sometimes, pressure on these nerves can limit peristalsis and thus allow an onset of bowel dysfunction. |
Tom Bohager
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 Additional symptoms may include headaches, atrophic vaginitis, frequent urinary tract infections, forgetfulness, and cold hands and feet (poor circulation). These symptoms occur as a result of changing hormone levels in the body and the body's attempt to balance those hormone levels.
Psychological symptoms are often attributed to menopause, but it is not clear whether these symptoms are caused by the lack of estrogen or are a reaction to the physical symptoms and the sleep disturbances caused by the night sweats. |
Rainer W. Bussmann and Douglas Sharon
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 Familia / Family: POACEAE
Partes usadas / Plant part used: Toda la planta, fresca - Whole plant, fresh
Administracion / Administration: Topica - Topical
Preparacion / Preparation: Cocida y frotada extemamente -Cooked and rubbed externally
Usos / Uses: Infecciones del sistema urinario, Problemas de muje-res - urinary infections, Women's problems
Hierba Luisa, Paja Luisa
Cymbopogon citratus (DC.) Stapf. |
| Culantrillo, Matico, Prenadi 1 la y Moraja
- Boiled as a drink together with Eucaliptus, Cola de Caballo, Culantrillo, Matico, Prenadilla, Moraja
Usos / Uses: Sacar obstruciones del sistema urinario - Remove obstructions from the urinary tract
Cholo Valiente
Centropogon sp. |
Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S.
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 Calcium is better absorbed on a higher-protein diet, even if there is somewhat more urinary calcium excretion. High-protein diets in two recent studies resulted in significantly more calcium absorption than the low-protein diets they were compared to. And a recent study in Obesity
Research compared a low-protein diet to a high-protein diet to determine whether the protein content of the diet impacted bone mineral density. It did. The folks in the /o7i'-protein group had greater bone mineral loss. |
| This is accomplished by preventing bacteria from sticking to the lining of the urinary tract (see also cranberry juice, page 252). More recently it has been discovered that the same properties help reduce bacterial adhesion to teeth, thus reducing the formation of dental plaque. Recent studies have also revealed that compounds in cranberries stop certain disease-causing bacteria from sticking to the stomach lining, thus helping to prevent ulcers.
Remember now, we're talking about actual, raw cranberries here. |
Herbert Ross, DC with Keri Brenner, L.Ac.
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| Key components of the detoxification system include:
• The gastrointestinal barrier, including the walls of the intestines
• Liver
• Lymphatic system, which transports waste products from the cells to the major organs of detoxification
• Kidneys, bladder, and other components of the urinary system
• Skin, including sweat glands and sebaceous glands
• Lungs
The gastrointestinal system is typically the first line of defense against toxins and, when compromised, the first place to harbor seeds of disease. |
Thomson Healthcare, Inc.
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 Homeopathic Uses: Homeopathic applications include use for inflammations of the bladder and urinary tract. precautions and adverse reactions
Health risks or side effects following the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages are not recorded. dosage
BENNET'S ROOT HERB
The herb is rarely used medicinally today. It is found in some pharmaceutical preparations.
BENNET'S ROOT (ROOT)
Mode of Administration: Infusions are drunk or applied as an external wash or poultice. |
Herbert Ross, DC with Keri Brenner, L.Ac.
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| Do you repeatedly experience any of these health difficulties: inappropriate drowsiness, mood swings, rashes, bad breath, dry mouth, postnasal drip or nasal congestion, heartburn, urinary frequency or urgency?21
If you suspect you may have candidiasis, several tests can help confirm the diagnosis whether this is the case. Because some amount of Candida is normal, these tests aren't always definitive, but they may shed light on your situation.
Blood tests: Blood tests can look for Candida antibodies. |
Byron J. Richards, CCN
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| Estriol can also help relieve urinary incontinence and urinary tract infection.602,603'604 It can return vaginal flora to normal in postmenopausal women, thus getting rid of itching and other problems of abnormal discharge.605 606
Because estriol binds tightly to vaginal estrogen receptors, it can have a significant impact on correcting vaginal dryness and thinning of the vaginal wall. One study showed a complete resolution of vaginal atrophy in 80 percent of women within four months of estriol use.607 Another study demonstrated significant improvement in vaginal dryness and atrophy. |
Steven V. Joyal
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| Autonomic Neuropathy
Autonomic neuropathy affects the nerves that are associated with the function of various organs and organ systems, including the heart, blood vessels, digestive system, urinary tract, reproductive organs, sweat glands, and eyes. Autonomic neuropathy can cause hypoglycemia unawareness, in which people are unable to sense the warning signs and symptoms of hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). (See chapter 10 for more on hypoglycemia unawareness.) Some of the more common conditions associated with autonomic neuropathy in people with diabetes include the following.
?Gastroparesis. |
Thomson Healthcare, Inc.
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| Unproven Uses: Dodder is used for disorders of the urinary tract, spleen, and liver. precautions and adverse reactions
Health risks or side effects following the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages are not recorded. It is conceivable that the drug triggers intestinal colic in cases of overdosage. literature
Kern W, List PH, Horhammer L (Hrsg.), Hagers Handbuch der Pharmazeutischen Praxis, 4. Aufl., Bde. 1-8, Springer Verlag Berlin, Heidelberg, New York, 1969.
Pagnani F, Ciarallo G, Boll Chim Farm 113(1):30. |
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