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1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses Marshall Editions See book keywords and concepts

If nails appear yellow: Discoloration of the nails (or yellow nail syndrome) occurs in response to some respiratory diseases. Treatment of the disease is needed to reverse the condition, but sometimes spontaneous healing occurs. Mixed tocopherols are the active ingredient in vitamin E. Taking vitamin E as natural mixed tocopherols, rather than just alpha tocopherols, in amounts of about 1,000 IU a day may help. Tea tree oil can be used to prevent progression to fungal infections.

How Everyday Products Make People Sick: Toxins at Home and in the Workplace Paul D. Blanc, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Greenhow was commissioned to carry out a number of field investigations, collecting data on respiratory diseases among a spectrum of manufacturing towns in England. On the basis of Greenhow's findings thete, Simon reported to the government: In cotton-factories, the carding-rooms are by far the most injurious. They employ many operatives—sometimes even a third of the whole establishment. All employed in these rooms inhale a dusty atmosphere, with much cotton-fiber diffused in it. . . .

PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition Thomson Healthcare, Inc. See book keywords and concepts

Unproven Uses: Calamint has been used for febrile colds and respiratory diseases. The drug is also used in folk medicine for hiccups, tinnitus, as a diuretic and for stomach complaints. precautions and adverse reactions No health hazards or side effects are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages. dosage No information is available. literature de Pooter HL, Goetghebeur P. Schamp P, PH 26(12):3355-3356. 1987. Hansel R, Keller K, Rimpler H, SchneiderG (Hrsg.), Hagers Handbuch der Pharmazeutischen Praxis, 5. Aufl.

Immunity A fermented aqueous extract of Viscum album (Iscador® M) improved the clinical symptoms and the immunological status of 30 immunocompromised children between 8 and 15 years of age suffering from recurrent respiratory diseases after the Chernobyl accident. Mistletoe therapy produced marked clinical improvement in tiredness, emotional instability, headaches, sweating, and muscle and joint pain. No effects were seen during placebo administration (Chernyshov et al, 1997).

Spasmolytic Activity of Medicinal Plants Used to Treat Gastrointestinal and respiratory diseases in the Highland of Chiapas. Phytomedicine 2(1); 57-66. 1995 Southern Tsangshu (Cang- Zhu) Atractylodes lancea description Medicinal Parts: The medicinal parts of the plant are the whole plant and roots. Flower and Fruit: The composite flowers are surrounded by bracts. The capitulas are apical and upright, with a diameter of 1.5 to 2 cm. The calyx is double-rowed and double-pinnate. The lingual florets are in 7 or 8 rows, whitish and 1 to 1.2 cm long. The fruit is an achaene.

Bottom Line's Health Breakthroughs 2007 Bottom Line Health See book keywords and concepts

In the worst cases, it can lead to pneumonia and other severe respiratory diseases that are sometimes fatal, especially in seniors or other people who have weakened immune systems. START WITH PREVENTION •Avoid spending time with people who already are sick, particularly if they are coughing or sneezing. If you live with someone who is sick, sleep in separate rooms. Wash your hands frequently during cold-and-flu season, and don't share towels—assign one towel to each family member or use paper towels. Keep your hands away from your face, especially your nose, mouth and eyes.

Asthma Controlled Naturally: Techniques That Work Dr Ron Roberts See book keywords and concepts

Environmental pollution has brought about an alarming increase in respiratory diseases and this alone may well be the major cause of today's high incidence of asthma, particularly in industrial areas. Although not attacked with such a vengeance, non-urban areas are not without hazards, with air and water pollution from agricultural pesticides and burn-offs. Most people with asthma will recognise car exhaust fumes as a trigger, but it is not generally recognised that aircraft burn enormous amounts of fuel, and their exhaust is spread throughout the atmosphere.

The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing Gary Null and Amy McDonald See book keywords and concepts

National Center for Immunization and respiratory diseases, Possible Side-effects from Vaccines, Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, June 12, 2007 http://wwwxdc.gOv/vaccines/vac-gen/side-effects.htm#mrnr MMR VACCINE SIDE-EFFECTS What are the risks from MMR vaccine? A vaccine, like any medicine, is capable of causing serious problems, such as severe allergic reactions. The risk of MMR vaccine causing serious harm, or death, is extremely small. Getting MMR vaccine is much safer than getting any of these three diseases. Most people who get MMR vaccine do not have any problems with it.

The Sinatra Solution Metabolic Cardiology Stephen T. Sinatra, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Diabetes mellitus (3%) 3. respiratory diseases (11%) A study commissioned by Sigma-tau and currently underway: "Effects of aerobic exercise and ArginoCarn?(Acetyl-L-Carnitine Arginate DiHydrochloride) on postprandial oxidative stress in pre-diabetics (Metabolic Syndrome) An 8 week, randomized, double-blind, placebo controlled, intervention trial" will investigate what role ArginoCarn's ability to ameliorate cellular damage attributable to cellular oxidative stress caused by poor diet and lack of exercise may have on pre-diabetics.

The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing Gary Null and Amy McDonald See book keywords and concepts

Permanent brain damage National Center for Immunization and respiratory diseases, Who Should NOT Get Vaccinated with these Vaccines? Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, May 24, 2007 http://www.cdc.gov/vaccines/vpd-vac/should-not-vacc.htm#mmr WHO SHOULD NOT GET VACCINATED WITH THESE VACCINES? MMR (MEASLES, MUMPS, AND RUBELLA) VACCINE Some people should not get MMR vaccine or should wait. ?People should not get MMR vaccine who have ever had a life-threatening allergic reaction to gelatin, the antibiotic neomycin, or to a previous dose of MMR vaccine. ?

PDR for Herbal Medicines Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

INDICATIONS AND USAGE Febrile colds and respiratory diseases. PRECAUTIONS AND ADVERSE REACTIONS No health hazards or side effects are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages. DOSAGE No information is available. LITERATURE Kokkalo E, Stefanaou E, Flavour Fragrance J 5(l):23-26. 1990. de Pooter HL, Goetghebeur P. Schamp P, PH 26(12):3355-3356. 1987. Further information in: Hansel R, Keller K, Rimpler H, Schneider G (Hrsg.), Hagers Handbuch der Pharmazeutischen Praxis, 5. Aufl.

The Food-Mood Connection: Nutrition-based and Environmental Approaches to Mental Health and Physical Wellbeing Gary Null and Amy McDonald See book keywords and concepts

His special interests include fatigue syndrome, endocrine disturbances, holistic healing, ADD, sleep-mood disorders, and respiratory diseases. 60 Dutch Hill Road Orangeburg NY 10962 Tel: (845) 359-3300 PETER R. BRECON, M.D., graduated from Harvard College and attended Case Western Reserve School of Medicine. He has been in full-time private practice with individuals, families, and children, with a focus on the adverse effects of psychiatric treatments and medical-legal issues.

Adaptogens: Herbs for Strength, Stamina, and Stress Relief David Winston, RH(AHG), and Steven Maimes See book keywords and concepts

The ancient Greek botanist Theophrastus (third century BCE) in his classic Enquiry into Plants mentioned that the roots that grow in Scythia (in Asia Minor) are very sweet and are used for people with dry coughs and respiratory diseases. Dioscorides (c. 40-90 CE), a Greek physician who wrote one of the most influential medical books in the ancient world, De Materia Medica, gave licorice its Latin genus name, Glycyrrhiza. In ancient Greek glukos means "sweet" and riza means "root." So the Latin name for this plant is derived from the Greek words meaning "sweet root.

The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D. See book keywords and concepts

At the time of diagnosis, common symptoms of lung cancer are similar to those of some other respiratory diseases: cough, blood stained sputum, wheezing, and shortness of breath. Lung cancer is sometimes diagnosed from a chest x-ray done for another condition. Pneumonia lasting more than two months may indicate the presence of lung cancer and should be followed-up with further testing. Later symptoms of lung cancer generally result from spread to other parts of the body (metastasis).

Several muscle diseases, as well as rheumatoid arthritis (page 387), and chronic circulatory and respiratory diseases, are associated with lowered creatine levels.32 How much is usually taken? Two methods are used for supplementing with creatine. In the loading method, 20 grams of creatine per day (in four divided amounts mixed well in warm liquid) are taken for five to six days.33 Muscle creatine levels increase rapidly, which is beneficial if a short-term rise in force is needed, such as during a weight-lifting competition, football game, or sprinting.

The Whole Soy Story: The dark side of America's favorite health food Kaayla T. Daniel, PhD, CCN See book keywords and concepts

Higher levels of hemoglobin in the body—one sure effect of saponins—are found in people afflicted with respiratory diseases such as asthma.34 Asthma is also found more often in children who have been fed soy formula than those fed breast milk or milk-based formulas (see Chapter 24.) SOY FUNGICIDE Most saponins are toxic to fungi and yeast—at least to those that contain ergosterol and zymosterol in their cell membranes. The more sterols, the more quickly the membrane is penetrated, with a spilling of the cell guts and cell death.

Super Health 7 Golden Keys to Unlock Lifelong Vitality KC Craichy See book keywords and concepts

Ex-smokers faced up to twice the risk of respiratory diseases from passive smoke than those who had never smoked.34 Don't smoke! And if you are living with someone who does, insist that he or she smoke outside and away from children. Fish As noted previously in both the Ten Myths About Health and Golden Key #2—Nutrition, we've polluted our life-giving oceans with mercury and petroleum byproducts to the point where virtually every species of fish is unsafe to eat, particularly by pregnant women.

Fundamentals of Naturopathic Endocrinology Michael Friedman, ND See book keywords and concepts

These studies have shown great reductions in the number of workdays lost due to illness via reductions in influenza and other acute upper respiratory diseases, as well as a decrease in hypertension and ischemic heart disease. Siberian ginseng has also been found to improve visual acuity, in addition to promoting an increase in physical and mental endurance. It has been found to support faster healing postoperatively and to potentiate antitumor immunity through the stimulation of natural killer cell activity. This herb may also be helpful for patients receiving chemotherapy.

Anti-Aging Manual: The Encyclopedia of Natural Health Joseph E. Mario See book keywords and concepts

SEEalphabetically Angina,Bleeding,BloodBuilder,BloodClotting,BloodCongestion, Blood Pressure/High and Low, Blood Sugar, Blood Transfusions, Buerger's Disease, Capillary Diseases, Chills, Cholesterol, cold Extremities, Heart Disease, Leukemia, Phlebitis, Raynaud's Disease, respiratory diseases, Sickle Cell Anemia, Stroke, and Varicose Veins. Circulation Nutrients: Eggplant, Onions, Fiber plants (Oats), Soy Lecithin, Acidophilus in yogurt; and raw foods, blueberries.

The Healing Power of Rainforest Herbs: A Guide to Understanding and Using Herbal Medicinals Leslie Taylor, ND See book keywords and concepts

Smilax china) for psoriasis and respiratory diseases.13 This patent cited clinical observations and studies with children and human adults with Psoriasis vulgaris, pustular psoriasis, erythroderma psoriaticum lesions, and associated itching—reporting marked clinical improvements with dosages of 3-6 g daily. It also reported that, upon discontinuation of sarsaparilla after only two months of treatment, there was further gradual remission of lesions and no side effects.

Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements Phyllis A. Balch, CNC See book keywords and concepts

Acute illnesses, colon disorders, allergies, and respiratory diseases are most responsive to fasting, while chronic degenerative diseases are the least responsive. By relieving the body of the work of digesting foods, fasting permits the system to rid itself of toxins while facilitating healing. But fasting is helpful not just in times of poor health or during the body's low cycles. By fasting regularly, you give all of your organs a rest, and thus help reverse the aging process and live a longer and healthier life.

Intrinsic asthma, a less common form of the disease, which generally appears during adulthood, is often associated with other respiratory diseases such as bronchitis or sinusitis, and tends to appear during upper respiratory viral infections. People who suffer from intrinsic asthma are usually vulnerable to changes in weather, exercise, emotional stress, and other factors related to inner feelings.

Herbal Drugs and Phytopharmaceuticals: A Handbook for Practice on a Scientific Basis Josef A. Brinckmann and Michael P. Lindenmaier See book keywords and concepts

Note: Quebracho is also used in homeopathic medicine for respiratory diseases, for which there is a German Commission D monograph [7]. Making the tea: Not usual. Quebracho tincture (Erg. B. 6) is taken orally at a single dose of 5 g (Erg. B. 6). Tea preparations: None. Phytomedicines: A few combination preparations (drops, elixirs, tablets) in the cough remedy category contain extracts or tinctures of quebracho bark. Product examples: Bronchicum® Elixir N and Bronchicum® Tropfen N both contain Tinctura Quebracho cortex (1:5) in combination with Tinctura Thymi herba (1:5) and others.

The Natural Way to Heal: 65 Ways to Create Superior Health Walter Last See book keywords and concepts

Mucus Problems: These include most respiratory diseases, recurring colds, hay fever, coughs, sinusitis, running nose, throat infections, and many ear problems. However, there may also be a mucus covering in the small intestine, causing malabsorption and, the worst mucus-related disease, cystic fibrosis. Generally, pathological mucus results either from a lactose/galactose overload or from irritated mucous membranes.

Mucus has a special affinity to mucous membranes, causing catarrh, ear and sinus problems, respiratory diseases, and malabsorption of food. • Fatty Sludge: Mainly formed from oxidized (rancid) fats and oils, fatty sludge leads to poor circulation and heart problems by clogging the blood vessels and congesting the lymph system. • Organic Acids: General overacidity contributes to the accumulation of organic acids in the tissues and induces inflammations and mineral deficiencies.

The ABC Clinical Guide to Herbs Mark Blumenthal See book keywords and concepts

Ginseng extrakt Gl 15® for the treatment of chronic respiratory diseases. Schweiz Z Ganzheits Med 1995;29-33. GSL. See: General Sale List. Hall T, Lu Z-Z, Yat PN et al. Evaluation of Consistency of Standardized Asian Ginseng Products in the Ginseng Evaluation Program. Herbalgram 2001;52:31-47 Han K, Choe S, Kim H, et al. Effect of red ginseng on blood pressure in patients with essential hypertension and white coat hypertension. Am J Chin Med 1998;26(2): 199-209. Han K, et al. Studies on the antioxidant components of Korean ginseng. III. Identification of phenolic acids.

The Natural Way to Heal: 65 Ways to Create Superior Health Walter Last See book keywords and concepts

Constriction of the chest and diaphragm commonly leads to respiratory diseases. Muscle Armoring: Muscle armoring is a concept described by Wilhelm Reich, M.D., an eminent American psychiatrist and at one time the apparent intellectual heir to Sigmund Freud. Dr. Reich found that the emotional disorders of his patients were to a strong degree reflected in their body structure. In particular, patients with repressed feelings commonly had hard, rigid, and permanently contracted muscles in certain areas of the body. Different kinds of negative emotions seemed to be associated with specific muscles.

The Healthy Home: An Attic-to-Basement Guide to Toxin-Free Living Linda Mason Hunter See book keywords and concepts

No one likes to breathe polluted air, but the people who suffer the most are those with heart or respiratory diseases, children, and the elderly. For these people, air quality 20 may very well be the most important aspect to consider when deciding on the best place to live. The most common chronic respiratory diseases associated with exposures to urban air (according to data from the U.S. Department of Health, Education, and Welfare),are asthma, chronic bronchitis, and emphysema.

Disease Prevention and Treatment The Life Extension Editorial Staff See book keywords and concepts

Nitric oxide (NO) in expired air is a good indicator of the severity of respiratory diseases such as asthma, emphysema, and cystic fibrosis (Corradi et al. 2001). Glutathione binds with NO to create nitrosothiols (RS-NOS). This binding can help reduce the inflammatory effects of NO. Future studies should give a better picture of how effective this may be. Magnesium Magnesium is a mineral utilized by every cell of the body and participates in energy metabolism and protein synthesis.

Bottom Line's Prescription Alternatives Earl L. Mindell, RPh, PhD with Virginia Hopkins, MA See book keywords and concepts

Adrenal insufficiency, arthritis, lupus, psoriasis, allergies, eye inflammations, respiratory diseases such as bronchial asthma, Crohn's disease, multiple sclerosis, and other diseases that involve severe, chronic inflammation or overactive immune response. What Are the Possible Side Effects/Adverse Effects? The glucocorticoids have many very dangerous and destructive side effects, but many are due to the use of the synthetic versions of the drug and excessively high doses.

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