Joseph E. Mario
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 Humans are the only creature consuming another animal's milk; cow's milkhas allergy-and mucous-forming fat molecules and cholesterol; milk phlegm makes one sniff, snort and spit every 20-40 minutes, making life difficult for those one lives with; risks asthma, sore throat, flu, ear- and eye-aches, constipation; and colonic mucous blocks nutrient absorption; creates needs for b-complex vitamins and chlorophyll; and milk is low in Protein Cysteine. |
Jack Challem
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 Vitamins as the Building Blocks of Your DNA
Despite the billions of dollars that have been spent on gene research, most scientists have ignored the fundamental dependence of DNA on b-complex vitamins. Indeed, much of the science of B vitamins and DNA synthesis and repair is mentioned only briefly in biochemistry books.
Key B Vitamins for DNA Synthesis
Your body needs several B vitamins to make DNA nucleotide bases, the molecules that form the chemical letters—adenine, cytosine, guanine, and thymine—of the DNA alphabet. |
| These b-complex vitamins support what biochemists refer to as "one-carbon metabolism." Carbon, as you probably learned in school, forms the basis of all life on earth, and its role in DNA synthesis is but one example of its essential role in your life and health. In addition to supporting DNA synthesis, these vitamins have many other roles in maintaining physical and mental health.
Folic Acid. While several B vitamins donate carbon atoms to the biochemical reactions involved in DNA synthesis, folic acid may be the most crucial. |
| But when the researchers gave pregnant mice extra b-complex vitamins, the gene was turned off in the fetuses, so they grew up thin and with brown fur and had a lower long-term risk of disease. This study, and its implications in people, will be discussed further in chapter 5, while some of the implications of prenatal stresses and nutrition will be described in chapter 9.
How Extra Vitamin D Offset a Sluggish VDR Gene
After experiencing two falls and fractured bones, Sandy, age fifty-five, was diagnosed with osteoporosis. |
Joseph E. Mario
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| Take a good multi-Vita-Min-Protein supplement; Vitamins 25,000 units A; b-complex vitamins, 50-100mg.Bl; 50-100mg.B2; 100 mg.B3 Niacin nicotinic acid is necessary for glucose metabolism daily (prevents low blood glucose), and prevents anxiety, increase by 100 mg. per day to 1000 or2000 mg, sometimes 5-6000 mg.,iftoo much sensation of burning skin, use Niacinamide; NAD; take 100-500 mg.B5Pantothenate; 100mg.B6; 500-1000mcg.B-12; 50-100mg. |
| RYE Seed (Hordeae/Secale cereale) A hardy quick-growing pasture grass and for straw, from Sweden; has less gluten than wheat; has Protein, the highest of the grains in Protein L-Lysine; 11 B-Complex Vitamins; Vitamin E; Iron; Minerals; and Trace minerals. Builds muscles, energy, and endurance. For inflammations; cancer; inflamed tumors of the spleen. The grain is served in breads, casseroles, in thickening soups and gravy.
Rye Ergot A parasitic fungus spawn. Contracts the uterus for birthing (fluid extract). |
KC Craichy
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 Foods such as whole grain breads were not being stripped of the critical, life-saving nutrients (such as b-complex vitamins and Vitamin E) found in the wheat germ—this is one of the primary reasons why heart disease wasn't anywhere near the number-one killer of Americans as it is today.
But there is a problem with wheat germ. It is highly vulnerable to spoilage. For food manufacturers this meant that the "shelf life" of these whole foods was limited at best. |
Phyllis A. Balch, CNC
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 Honey is a highly concentrated source of many essential nutrients, including large amounts of carbohydrates (sugars), some minerals, b-complex vitamins, and vitamins C, D, and E.
Honey is used to promote energy and healing. It is a natural antiseptic and makes a good salve for burns and wounds. Honey is also used for sweetening other foods and beverages. It varies somewhat in color and taste depending on the origin of the flower and nectar, but in general it is approximately twice as sweet as sugar, so not as much is needed for sweetening purposes. |
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.
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 Many doctors recommend 100 mg of b-complex vitamins per day.
Alcoholics may be deficient in a substance called prostaglandin Ei (PGEi) and in gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), a precursor to PGE1.11 In a double-blind study of alcoholics who were in a detoxification program, supplementation with 4 grams per day of evening primrose oil (page 511) (containing 360 mg of GLA) led to greater improvement than did placebo in some, but not all, parameters of liver function. |
| Since they are more complete than b-complex vitamins alone, multiple vitamin-mineral supplements are recommended to improve overall micronutrient intake and prevent defi-
Are there any side effects or interactions?
Vitamin B-complex includes several different components, each of which has the potential to interact with drugs. It is recommended that you discuss the use of vitamin B-complex and your current medication (s) with your doctor or pharmacist.
IN C
What is it?
Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that has a number of biological functions. |
James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D.
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 A deficiency of the b-complex vitamins can cause memory problems. Brewer's yeast is a potent source of B vitamins, as are wheat germ, eggs, and spirulina.
To improve circulation, increase energy levels, and detoxify your body, drink a glass of clean water every two waking hours.
Eat plenty of fiber to keep toxins moving through your digestive tract and to prevent them from taking up residence in your body. Whole grains, oats, and raw or lightly cooked vegetables are good sources of fiber that are also nutritionally dense. |
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.
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| Based on that early work, some doctors recommend b-complex vitamins for women with PMS.48
Are there any side effects or interactions?
Refer to the individual supplement for information about any side effects or interactions.
Herbs that may be helpful
Vitex (page 757) has been shown to help re-establish normal balance of estrogen and progesterone during the menstrual cycle. Vitex also blocks prolactin secretion in women with excessive levels of this hormone; excessive levels of prolactin can lead to breast tenderness and failure to ovulate. |
Mark Hyman, M.D.
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 Irradiation of food also inactivates many of the important nutrients in food, specifically antioxidants (vitamins A, C, and E) and b-complex vitamins. No long-term studies of the health effects of irradiated food in humans have been conducted. Foods currently FDA-approved for radiation include wheat, wheat flour, fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, teas, and spices.
Genetically modified foods are also now commonplace. These foods have been altered in the laboratory to produce genetically new strains that are resistant to pests or diseases. |
Gabriel Cousens, M.D.
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 They have a high vitamin and mineral content, especially vitamin E and the b-complex vitamins. Vitamin E is important for general endocrine development and hormonal building for the fetus and is specific for healthy pituitary gland development. Vitamin E increases fertility for men and women and helps to prevent miscarriages and stillbirths. The b-complex vitamins help protect against stress and are important as metabolic intermediates in the brain and central nervous system. |
Dr. Mary Dan Eades
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 B-complex vitamins by muscular injection may benefit rosacea sufferers who lack sufficient stomach acid to absorb the b-complex vitamins well by the oral route. If you suffer from chronic indigestion and take frequent doses of antacids or if you have active stomach ulcers and must take daily doses of acid-inhibiting drugs (such as cimetidine or ranitidine, trade names Tagamet and Zantac), these medications may interfere with your ability to absorb the B vitamin group well. |
| Increase every 2 to 3 weeks in 1 to 2 mg increments to a maximum of 10 mg per day.
• b-complex vitamins by muscular injection may benefit rosacea sufferers who lack sufficient stomach acid to absorb the b-complex vitamins well by the oral route. If you suffer from chronic indigestion and take frequent doses of antacids or if you have active stomach ulcers and must take daily doses of acid-inhibiting drugs (such as cimetidine or ranitidine, trade names Tagamet and Zantac), these medications may interfere with your ability to absorb the B vitamin group well. |
The Life Extension Editorial Staff
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 Complete B-Complex contains safe and effective levels of all b-complex vitamins. Three capsules taken daily with meals are suggested.
3. Vitamin C has been shown to improve immune function, accelerate healing, and maintain healthy blood vessels. Vitamin C can come from dietary sources or from supplements: 2.5-6 grams daily from all sources are recommended. Each capsule of Vitamin C Caps provides 1000 mg of vitamin C (1 gram).
4- Vitamin D is necessary for proper utilization of calcium and phosphorus. Take one 1000-IU capsule of Vitamin D3 with fat-containing, low-fiber meals.
5. |
| High-potency B-complex vitamins: Various B vitamins have been examined by researchers. Abraham (1983) found vitamin Bg to be helpful in reducing menstrual cramps. Mills et al. (1999) showed that in women with endometriosis, supplementing the B-complex group produced a significant decrease in symptoms.
• Bioflavonoids: Supplements of this member of the vitamin C complex appear to actually inhibit excessive estrogen synthesis (Kellis et al. 1984).
® SUMMARY
The need to modulate the relative levels of the primary female hormones is of critical importance throughout life. |
| Vitamins found to be most lacking are the b-complex vitamins, including folic acid, vitamin Bg, and particularly vitamin B12, which is absorbed from the end portion of the small intestine. A German study in 1998 examined deficiencies of vitamins and trace elements in patients with inflammatory bowel disease. The records from 392 outpatients, 279 with Crohn's disease and 113 with ulcerative colitis, were analyzed. Deficiencies were found in 85% of patients with Crohn's disease, predominantly deficiencies of iron and calcium. |
| These deficiencies may include carnitine along with the b-complex vitamins, essential fatty acids, L-tryptopban, zinc, magnesium, and others (Werbach 2000).
Studies show that carnitine given as a supplement to CFS patients results in better functional capacity and improvement of disease symptoms (Plioplys et al. 1995; Plioplys et al. 1997). Other studies have shown a dose of 1000-2000 mg daily has resulted in improvement in those with low levels of energy (Kelly 1998; Werbach 2000). |
| Inositol performs best when taken in combination with the b-complex vitamins.
Taurine
Taurine is also recommended for the prevention of cataracts. It is the most abundant amino acid in the retina. In the 1970s, scientists discovered that taurine deficiency in cats leads to several biological abnormalities including central retinal degeneration (Hayes et al. 1975). In human studies it was found that children receiving total parenteral nutrition without taurine had low plasma taurine levels and abnormal electrore-tinograms (Geggel et al. 1985). |
Walter Last
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 Try high-potency b-complex vitamins, high dose folic acid with each meal, inositol, and vitamin B12 (as injections or absorbed under the tongue). Also take up to several grams of niacin and niacinamide daily; up to 10 g daily of ascorbic acid, partly neutralized with magnesium in divided doses; additional magnesium chloride, manganese, and zinc; high-dosage evening primrose oil and lecithin, glutamine, histidine, and tryptophan; hydrochloric acid and digestive enzymes (pan-creatin) with main meals; Bach Flower Remedies per your emotional conditions. |
Patricia Bragg and Paul C. Bragg
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 WHOLE GRAIN CEREALS, BREADS and FLOURS:
They contain important b-complex vitamins, vitamin E, minerals and the important unsaturated fatty acids.
5. COLD or EXPELLER-PRESSED VEGETABLE OILS:
Virgin olive oil, soy, sunflower, flax and sesame oils are excellent sources of healthy, essential, unsaturated fatty acids; but it's still wise to use all oils sparingly.
Healthy, organic foods have a wonderful abundance of potential life energy.
Alternative Health Therapies
I And Massage Techniques
Try Them - They Work Miracles!
Explore these wonderful natural methods of healing your body. |
Mark Hyman, M.D.
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| The big players here include vitamin A, the carotenoids (beta- and alpha-carotene, lutein, lycopene, and xeanthin), the tocopherols (the vitamin E family), vitamin C, vitamin D, the b-complex vitamins, zinc, and selenium. A good vitamin that takes care of your antioxidant issues will offer:
• Vitamin A: 5,000 to 10,000 IU/day. Vitamin A is also known as retinol and comes from animal sources such as fish oils, liver, eggs, and fortified dairy products. |
The Life Extension Editorial Staff
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| Note that b-complex vitamins also are depleted by aspirin and indomethacin (Lupus Alert 1988), common anti-inflammatory medications.
SPECIFIC SYMPTOM TREATMENT
The complexity of SLE causes symptoms in many sites and in many ways. It is possible to treat some of these with supplements:
Osteoporosis. Besides being a side effect of steroid use, osteoporosis can occur as a direct result of lupus. |
Mark Hyman, M.D.
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| The main areas of malnutrition among Americans include:
• Essential fatty acids
• Essential minerals:
• Magnesium
• Zinc
• Calcium
• Selenium
• Folic acid and the b-complex vitamins, which help to reduce homocysteine
• Antioxidants
To complicate matters even further, it isn't always enough to simply eat the right kinds of food and take the right vitamins. In order for our bodies to be able to use the nutrients in our food, we must also have normally functioning digestion and absorption of the food we eat. |
Bradley J. Willcox, M.D., D. Craig Willcox, Ph.D., Makoto Suzuki, M.D.
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 Miso is easily digested and contains high-quality protein and b-complex vitamins. It's a basic condiment in Japanese cuisine and is popular in many other Asian countries as well. Miso soup is an important contributor to the Okinawan elders' low-CD diet.
How to use: In addition to its use as a base for soup, miso can be used to flavor other foods, such as spaghetti and barbecue sauces, stews, marinades, dips, and toppings. You can also substitute miso for salt in some recipes. Miso ranges in color from a creamy shade, often used in soups and sauces, to a deep brown. |
John Croft
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 The New Zealand green-lipped mussel is an excellent example of this balance, having a rich protein, carbohydrate, and mineral content plus a healthy level of omega-3 fatty acids and the b-complex vitamins.
Climate
The arthritic diseases are widespread and afflict people living in a broad range of climatic conditions. There is no doubt that climatic circumstances can aggravate arthritic conditions, but it is highly improbable that they are responsible for causing the conditions. |
Earl L. Mindell, RPh, PhD with Virginia Hopkins, MA
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| These include vitamin C, vitamin E, and the b-complex vitamins. Taking a magnesium/calcium supplement can relieve the pain of muscle spasms and often relieves chronic headaches. A copper deficiency can cause inflammation in the joints, as well as fragile skin and connective tissue. The bioflavonoids such as grapeseed extract and quercetin can help reduce inflammation reactions.
Herbs For Pain
White willow bark (Salix spp.) was used as a pain reliever long before a chemist at the Bayer company in Germany synthesized acetylsalicylic acid, or aspirin, from one of its active ingredients in 1897. |
Dr. Gary Null
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 These minerals are essential for proper muscular function and have a sedative effect. b-complex vitamins. Take 100 mg, 3 times a day.
Pantothenic acid. 100 mg, twice daily. b-complex vitamins and pantothenic acid are essential for combating stress Coenzyme Q10. This is another stress fighter;
L-tyrosine and vitamins B6 and C will improve sleep quality and alleviate anxiety and depression. Multivitamin and mineral complex. |
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