Gary Null
See book keywords and concepts |  Other nutrients that directly enhance the immune system include garlic, quercetin, zinc gluconate, buffered vitamin C, and beta carotene or vitamin A. In addition, 500 mg of the amino acid L-lysine, taken two to four times a day, can produce excellent results. Bee propolis is anti-inflammatory, while B vitamins combat stress. Also good are bee pollen, blue-green algae, and pycnogenol.
Nervous system stressors, such as caffeine, alcohol, and hard-to-digest foods like meat, should be avoided, especially at the onset of an attack. | | I was also prescribed huge amounts of bioflavonoids, as well as quercetin, essential fatty acids, and lecithin.
I also used magnets, which were great. Not only did they help the lymphatic drainage, but they freed me from pain. I applied those to my legs—-first ceramic magnets, and afterward electromagnets. These really helped with circulation and healing.
I had great relief and was once again able to walk normally instead of dragging my feet. |
Joe Graedon and Teresa Graedon
See book keywords and concepts |  Grapefruit juice contains ingredients called flavonoids (naringenin, quercetin, kaempferol). Naringenin has a profound impact on the metabolism of certain drugs. It appears to affect the action of a crucial liver enzyme.1
Calcium channel blockers such as felodipine (Plendil) and nifedipine (Adalat, Procardia) have become extremely popular for treating high blood pressure and angina. But grapefruit juice can dramatically increase the concentration of such medications. |
Nicola Reavley
See book keywords and concepts |  The results showed that those with the highest intakes of dietary flavonoids (mainly quercetin) had around 75 per cent less risk of stroke compared to those with the lowest intakes. Black tea contributed about 70 per cent of the flavonoid intake in the study. Men who drunk more than four cups of tea had around a third of the risk of stroke when compared to those who drunk less than two cups of tea.3 However, in a 1997 study done in Wales, researchers did not find a reduced risk of heart disease with increasing tea consumption. |
Natural Prescriptions: Dr. Giller's Natural Treatments & Vitamin Therapies For Over 100 Common AilmentsRobert M. Giller, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | If you can't get quercetin, you can try the citrus bioflavonoids, which come from the white pulp of citrus fruits. Try one of these supplements for three months; if no improvement, discontinue.
Vitamin K is essential for blood to clot. Not many people are deficient in vitamin K, but, because the vitamin must be absorbed in fat, if you have a problem with fat absorption as in gallbladder disease, celiac disease, or ulcerative colitis, you could have trouble absorbing vitamin K. |
Larry Trivieri, Jr.
See book keywords and concepts |  Donovan recommends quercetin when food allergies are present. Butyric acid enemas are also part of his treatment. "They have an anti-inflammatory effect
DRUGS ASSOCIATED WITH A HIGHER INCIDENCE OF GASTROINTESTINAL REACTIONS
According to the Physicians' Desk Reference, the following drugs are associated with side effects of gastrointestinal reactions (statistics refer to the percentage of individuals affected).9 Accutane capsules (approximately 5%) Alka-Seltzer antacid & pain reliever (4. |
Christian Ratsch
See book keywords and concepts |  The smoke, when inhaled deeply, has euphoric and inebriating effects that are sometimes rather subtle but also can be quite pronounced in some individuals. quercetin may be responsible for the narcotic effects (cf. Psidium guajava).
The aromatic and resinous smoke of Fabiana denudata is easily inhaled and has mild stimulating effects. The yellowish, intense smoke of Fabiana bryoides has a lemony, fragrant, and yet strange aroma, is not so easily inhaled, and does not produce the same stimulating effects. |
Mark Blumenthal
See book keywords and concepts |  In Germany, the content of ginkgolic acid is limited to a concentration of 5 parts per million (ppm). Scientific literature gives little or no support of the clinical benefits of other dosage forms of crude ginkgo leaf or low concentration extracts made from the leaf (Blumenthal etal., 2000).
Primary Uses Neurology
• Cerebral insufficiency:
The German Commission E approved ginkgo for the following symptoms resulting from demential syndromes: memory deficit, poor concentration, depression, dizziness, tinnitus, and headache (Blumenthal et al. |
Larry Trivieri, Jr.
See book keywords and concepts | | A recent study found that men in the highest third of dietary quercetin levels had a 53% lower risk of coronary heart disease than those in the lowest third.43
Apples and green or black tea are also rich in cate-chins, another bioflavonoid, as is chocolate. In a ten-year study recently completed in the Netherlands, it was found that elderly men who consumed the most catechins per day (an average of 72 mg, which can be obtained from four apples, two cups of tea, or a small piece of chocolate) were 51% less likely to die of ischemic heart disease compared to those who consumed the least amount. | | Bioflavonoids (such as quercetin taken orally along with bromelain, vitamin C, and glutamine) are effective anti-allergy nutrients.
• Some particularly effective anti-inflammatory herbs are stinging nettle, Ginkgo biloba, and licorice. Chinese skullcap, ephedra, and feverfew are others to consider for treating allergy symptoms. |
Robert S. McCaleb, Evelyn Leigh, and Krista Morien
See book keywords and concepts |  Major Constituents
Polyphenolic flavonoids, including epicate-chin, epigallocatechin, and gallate esters; quercetin, myricetein; tannins, terpenoids, and alkaloids (caffeine, theobromine, and theophylline)
Safety
Green tea is generally safe and nontoxic. It contains up to 50 mg of caffeine per cup, compared with 85 mg in coffee. Caffeine is a nervous system stimulant and is not recommended for long-term or excessive use.28 Some green tea extracts are decaffeinated, which does not affect their polyphenol content. | | Major Constituents
Flavonoids (including vitexin 4'-0-rhamno-side, vitexin, quercetin, hyperoside, rutin); oligomeric procyanidins; cardiotonic amines
Safety
Hawthorn is generally considered a safe food herb with no known toxicity.
• Side effects: None known.5'21
• Contraindications: None known.521
• Drug interactions: Hawthorn may enhance the effects of digitalis, necessitating a lowered dose of digitalis.21 Blood pressure should be monitored in those taking beta-blockers.
Dosage
Hawthorn is a slow-acting herb and should be used for at least 4 to 8 weeks for full benefit. |
Elson M. Haas, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  As a group, these bioflavonoids, including hesperidin, rutin, quercetin, and catechin, work to keep the capillary blood vessels strong and to reduce vascular fragility and subsequent bleeding and bruising, as well as to lower the microtrauma of tissue injuries. They have been used successfully in preventing injury and bruising in athletes and in speeding the recovery of acutely injured athletes and other performers. A mix of bioflavonoids containing hesperidin and ascorbic acid seems to have the best effect (including anti-inflammatory) in these injury conditions. |
Dr. Mary Dan Eades
See book keywords and concepts |  Bioflavonoids have an antibacterial effect and promote circulation, stimulate bile production, lower cholesterol levels, and treat cataracts. quercetin is a bioflavonoid that is used to treat and prevent asthma symptoms. The flavonoids occur widely in plants, both edible portions and flowers, giving them their colors: the flavonoid citron gives the yellow color to lemon peel, for example.
Food Sources—The compounds concentrate in the peelings or skin of most fruits and vegetables, and beverages such as tea, coffee, wine, and beer contain significant amounts. |
Gary Null, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Supplements
Important supplements to consider include quercetin, vitamin C (taken intravenously and orally), vitamin E, essential fatty acids, B-complex vitamins (especially B12), and selenium. New information shows that glutathione can detoxify the liver and stop cirrhosis.
Herbs
The best herbal support is derived from silymarin, a milk thistle extract. This herbal aid protects and renews cells, and is widely used in India, where hepatitis is seen in epidemic proportions.
Curcumin, an ingredient in turmeric, has anti-inflammatory properties. |
Dr. Mary Dan Eades
See book keywords and concepts | | These include beta-carotene, quercetin, indoles and thiocyanates (in cruciferous vegetables), and omega-3 fatty acids. Recommendation: Eat an abundance of carrots, cantaloupe, squash, broccoli, cauliflower, onions, and tuna.
• Phytochemicals are naturally occurring substances in plants that protect the body against cancer. Cancer formation is a multi-step process, and phytochemicals block one or more of those steps. Almost every grain, legume, fruit, and vegetable has been found to contain these substances. Recommendation: Base your meals around fruits, vegetables, and grains. |
Dr. Gary Null
See book keywords and concepts |  Vitamin C with bioflavonoids, especially quercetin or bilberry, improves elasticity, so that blood can return more effectively to the heart.
Astringent herbs, such as horse chestnut, witch hazel, gota kola, and butcher's broom are good to take, although the first two should not be used when pregnant or lactating. Naturopathic physicians often recommend 1,000 mg of butcher's broom, two to three times daily, for pregnant women in their third trimester, who are troubled by varicose veins as well as hemorrhoids.
Another factor to consider is dietary support for the liver. |
Bill Gottlieb
See book keywords and concepts |  N-acetylcysteine and quercetin are available in most health food stores.
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Yoga
Yoga breathing exercises are a powerful tool against asthma, according to Alice Christensen, founder and executive director of the American Yoga Association. She says that they strengthen and relax the muscles that you use to breathe, which reduces nerve activity in your airways, helping them constrict less during an asthma attack.
The complete breath (see page 152) is one of the best breathing exercises for asthma, says Christensen. |
Natural Prescriptions: Dr. Giller's Natural Treatments & Vitamin Therapies For Over 100 Common AilmentsRobert M. Giller, M.D.
See book keywords and concepts | | Quercetin: 600 to 900 mg. daily, or citrus bioflavonoids, 1,000 mg. daily. Take either of these supplements for three months; if there is no improvement, discontinue.
• Vitamin K: Use only under a doctor's supervision. See information above. burning mouth and tongue this is an odd condition that I've encountered a number of times among my patients who complain of a hot, burning feeling in the mouth and on the tongue. While it may seem like a small matter, it can be quite troubling to sufferers. |
Mark Blumenthal
See book keywords and concepts | | Bauer, 1998; Bauer and Liersch, 1993; Leung and Foster, 1996; Pietta et al, 1998).
E. angustifolia root contains caffeic acid derivatives, mainly 0.3-1.7% echinacoside, followed by chlorogenic acid; an isochlorogenic acid and its characteristic constituent, cynarin; polysaccharides, including 5.9% inulin; glycoproteins comprised of approximately 3% protein, of which the dominant sugars are 64-84% arabinose, 1.9-5.3% galactose, and 6% glucosamines; 0.01-0.15% alkamides; and less than 0.1% essential oil (Bauer, 1998; Bauer, 1999; Bauer and Liersch, 1993; Pietta etal, 1998). | | Bauer, 1999;
Bauer and Liersch, 1993). E. purpurea root differs in containing polyacetylene derivatives; polysaccharides (fructosans, arabino-galactans); glycoproteins comprised of approximately 3% protein, of which the dominant sugars are 64-84% arabinose, 1.9-5.3% galactose, and 6% glucosamine, and up to 0.2% essential oil (Bauer 1999; Bauer and Liersch, 1993; ESCOP, 1999; Pietta etal, 1998).
E. | | C and A, up to 10 ppm xan-thones; and choline (Bruneton, 1999; ESCOP, 1996; Leung and Foster, 1996; Newall et al, 1996; Upton, 1997; Wichtl and Bisset, 1994).
Pharmacological Actions Standardized Preparations Human
The primary action of SJW is antidepressant (Phillipp et al, 1999; Lenoir et al, 1999; Leakmann et al, 1998a, 1998b; Wheatley, 1997; Linde et al, 1996). Some references refer to relaxant effects in relation to the Commission E approval for anxiety and nervous unrest, but this may only be in the context of the overall antidepressant activity (Schulz et al. | | In Germany, the content of ginkgolic acid is limited to a concentration of 5 ppm. The scientific literature shows little or no support for clinical benefits of other dosage forms of crude ginkgo leaf or low concentration extracts made from the leaf. |
Dian Dincin Buchman, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Andrew Weil advises taking doses of 400 mg of quercetin, a supplement active in preventing hay fever, twice a day between meals for two weeks prior to an expected hay fever attack, as well as throughout the allergic season. Do not take if pregnant. In addition, eat vitamin C rich foods, especially the inner flesh of citrus peel containing bioflavonoids, a substance which helps prevent clogging of nasal passages. Cut organic orange or lemon peel strips, soak them in apple cider vinegar and honey and then add the combination to herbal tea drinks. | | Kill the infection with as many natural substances as possible; build up immediate and long-term resistance through the use of nutrients such vitamins C, A, and E and essential fatty acids, quercetin, and zinc; and plan long-range strategies such as avoiding areas of contamination in living and working areas. These strategies include removing dust and dust mites from the house, preventing furnace dust from blowing into the house, cleaning air conditioners regularly, vacuuming often, and cleansing humidifiers. If infections happen often, act like a detective and track down possible sources. | | General Therapy
In addition to the B-complex, B6, and folic acid mentioned above, include the following crucial supplements in your diet to maintain both general and mouth health: substantial amounts of vitamin C, 400 IU of vitamin E, coenzyme Q10, selenium, and quercetin. Also eat fibrous foods to stimulate the gums. Investigate the following homeopathic cell salt remedies: natrum mur. 6x for gums that are swollen and bleed easily, or if the tongue has ridges and the mouth is dry; and silica 6x for painful swelling and inflammation, boils, or abscesses on the gums or roots of the teeth. | | Vitamin C helps to repair damage and restore collagen and should be used along with vitamin E, and such flavonoids as quercetin and the citrus bioflavonoids, which shorten injury-recovery time. In addition, use zinc to encourage tissue repair. The herb St. John's wort is an ancient wound aid that came into prominence during the Crusades. Clinical studies show it has strong anti-inflammatory action when taken internally, one capsule a day. |
Dr. Mary Dan Eades
See book keywords and concepts | | If you currently take a dose of this magnitude, increase your regular dose by 200 IU per day until the inflammation and pain subside.
• quercetin and other bioflavonoids slow down or prevent the transformation of arachidonic acid (a fatty acid) into the "bad" eicosinoids that promote inflammation and pain. Reread the discussion on eicosinoids on pages 24-27 in Section I for a full explanation of these chemical messengers. Recommendation: Take 500 mg to 1000 mg twice daily. |
James A. Duke, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  The herb contains both oligomeric procyanidins and flavonoids, including hy-peroside, quercetin, vitexin, and vitexin rhamnoside. These compounds open (dilate) your coronary arteries by relaxing the smooth muscle tissue that lines them. This allows more blood—and more nourishment—to flow into your heart muscle. As a bonus, hawthorn lowers cholesterol.
These properties, verified by research, support hawthorn's strong folk reputation as a heart herb. In Europe, hawthorn berry preparations have been used for generations to treat angina. They're still quite poptamarind [tamarindus indica). |
Nicola Reavley
See book keywords and concepts | | Flavonoids that have been shown to have particularly beneficial properties include proanthocyanidins, green tea polyphenols and soy isoflavones. quercetin and its derivatives; the citrus bioflavonoids, including quercitrin, rutin and hesperidin; have also been fairly well studied.
What they do in the body
Cardiovascular system
Flavonoids are important for blood vessel health. They regulate capillary permeability, thereby stopping fluid, protein and blood cells from seeping out while still allowing oxygen, carbon dioxide and other nutrients to pass through. |
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