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The Doctor's Vitamin and Mineral Encyclopedia Sheldon Saul Hendler See book keywords and concepts

More recently, there is some evidence that the trace mineral boron and vitamin k may also help. The worst aspect of osteoporosis is that it puts women at risk for life-threatening bone fractures. Estrogen and progesterone replacement therapy appears to make the biggest impact on the prevention of osteoporosis and fractures in postmenopausal women. Evidence suggests that adequate calcium intake throughout a woman's lifetime is more likely to prevent osteoporosis than if started at the time of menopause. Fluoride supplementation looks promising as another preventive measure.

Natural Prescriptions: Dr. Giller's Natural Treatments & Vitamin Therapies For Over 100 Common Ailments Robert M. Giller, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

You should take vitamin k only under a doctor's supervision. Natural Prescription for Bruising • To limit the development of bruises, apply cold to the site of a bump immediately. • If you bruise easily, check your medications, including aspirin, steroids, antidepressants, asthma medications, and anticoagulant drug therapies, which all cause easy bruising. Blood thinners will also cause you to bruise. Discuss this problem with your doctor. If aspirin is causing the bruising, limit your intake to one baby aspirin (60 mg.) every other day (if you're taking them to fight heart disease).

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. There are a number of causes for a burning mouth—or glossodynia, which means "tongue pain"—and you have to find the one that triggers your problem by a process of elimination. Here are the major causes: In my experience, one of the most common cause is food allergies.

The Woman's Encyclopedia of Natural Healing Dr. Gary Null See book keywords and concepts

Green leafy vegetables contain vitamin k, beta carotene, vitamin C, fiber, calcium, and magnesium, which enhance the bones. Other calcium-rich foods include broccoli, milk, nuts, and seeds. Sesame seeds have high calcium content. The Chinese, who as mentioned earlier have low rates of osteoporosis, use sesame often in their foods, and cook with sesame seed oil. Foods to avoid include sugar, caffeine, carbonated sodas, and alcohol, as these contribute to bone loss. Too much protein from chicken, fish, eggs, and meat are also contraindicated.

Knapen et at, "The Effect of vitamin k Supplementation on Circulating Osteocalcin (Bone Gla Protein) and Urinary Calcium Excretion," Annals of Internal Medicine 111 (1989): 1001-5. A study of 40 osteoporotic patients monitored the effectiveness of treatment with essential fatty acids (evening primrose oil, fish oil, and a mixture of the two). The therapeutic effect was measured by monitoring biochemical markers of bone turnover. The results were that EFAs reduced urinary excretion of calcium and increased calcium deposit in bones.

An article recommends the following supplements for incorporation into the interstitial cystitis treatment protocol: vitamins C, D, B12, and B6, as well as bioflavonoids, zinc, vitamin k, calcium, magnesium, quercetin, EFA's Calc Sulph and Kali Sulph cell salts, Zea mays (sweet corn), cranberry, and kava kava. Diathermy, sitz baths, and Kegel exercises may also help. T. Hudson, "Interstitial Cystitis," Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients (December 1995): 128-29. VAGINAL YEAST SYNDROME (CANDIDIASIS) Dr.

Alternative Medicine the Definitive Guide, Second Edition Larry Trivieri, Jr. See book keywords and concepts

DIET: vitamin k is essential for blood clotting and is found in watercress, dark green leafy vegetables, kale, and alfalfa. NUTRITIONAL THERAPY: 'Vitamin C (3 g at start of bleeding and 1 g every hour if bleeding continues) • Rutin and other bioflavonoids Self-Care Tire following therapies can be undertaken at home under appropriate professional supervision. Fasting / Flower Essences AROMATHERAPY: Lemon, lavender, cypress, frankincense BODYWORK: Acupressure, Shiatsu, reflexology HERBS: Use a snuff made from finely ground oak bark.

Medications for the Infant: Check with local laws concerning procedures commonly performed on newborns at birth, such as silver nitrate, erythromycin, or tetracycline eye drops and vitamin k shots (given during labor to prevent hemolytic disease, characterized by anemia, jaundice, enlargement of the liver and spleen, and generalized edema) as they are required in most states and provinces.90 Dr. Linton recommends allowing the baby to nurse before administering eye drops because they blur the vision.

Conventional Drugs: Antibiotics used to treat a variety of diseases can often deplete normal intestinal flora that supply the body with vitamin k, which is needed in the building of bone.Yogurt and other unpasteurized cultured milk products or supplements of Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidobacteria bifidum can help replace this flora. Glucocorticoid medications, such as prednisone, not only impair calcium absorption, but also inhibit bone formation, which can lead to osteoporosis. Research has found that taking more than 7.

Seattle, Washington, proposes that calcium is receiving more attention than it deserves and that other nutrients may be equally critical to the prevention of osteoporosis. "Vitamin K, silicon, boron, folic acid, magnesium, and manganese all play a role in bone building and need to be consumed through diet or supplements," he says.To prevent osteoporosis, you must get sufficient levels and the proper ratio of these bone nutrients. Unfortunately, they are often deficient in the modern diet, which may be one of the reasons why osteoporosis is a disease ofWestern civilization. Dr.

Herbal Defense Robyn Landis See book keywords and concepts

Acidophilus—The theory about why this works is that it assists bacteria in producing vitamin k in the intestine. Bioflavonoids—The first bioflavonoid was called vitamin P for "permeability factor"; these blue and red pigments from fruits are needed along with vitamin C to prevent bleeding problems. Supplements of mixed bioflavonoids are available in the health-food store. Eating plenty of berries and grapes will help, too.

Textbook of Natural Medicine 2nd Edition Volume 2 Michael T. Murray, ND See book keywords and concepts

Green leafy vegetables and other sources of vitamin k should be eaten freely. Supplements • Vitamin C: 1,000 mg/day • Bioflavonoids: 250 mg/day • Vitamin A: 25,000 IU/day • Vitamin E: 200 IU/day • Chlorophyll: 25 mg/day (use a crude form) • Iron: 25 mg/day. Botanical medicine • Capsella bursa pastoris: 1 tsp/cup three times /day, if needed to control very heavy bleeding. REFERENCES 1. Federman DD. Ovary. In: Dale DC, Federman DD. Scientific American medicine. New York, NY: Scientific American. 1997. p 3: III: 9,10 2. Downing I, Hutchon DJR, Poyser NL.

Staying Healthy with Nutrition: The Complete Guide to Diet and Nutritional Medicine Elson M. Haas, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

All of these foods, as well as most sprouts, are good sources of vitamin K; these cruciferous vegetables are also known to protect us from cancer development. Foods rich in beta-carotene, such as these same cruciferous vegetables, as well as carrots and sweet potatoes, will add more of this antioxidant nutrient. Some freshly made vegetable juices daily, with carrots, greens, and others, adds a vitalizing and purifying drink. Miso, a fermented soybean paste used for soup broth, is known to protect against pollution and radiation.

The Green Pharmacy Anti-Aging Prescriptions: Herbs, Foods, and Natural Formulas to Keep You Young James A. Duke, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

The recommended daily intakes from foods and supplements combined are 1,000 to 1,500 milligrams of calcium, 400 milligrams of magnesium, 2 to 5 milligrams of manganese, and 80 micrograms of vitamin k. Just be careful with supplemental calcium. Some sources of the mineral, such as bonemeal, dolomite, and oyster shell, might be contaminated with lead, a toxic heavy metal. Calcium carbonate is considered the best and safest choice. You can buy a supplement or take over-the-counter antacids like Rolaids or Turns, which are mostly calcium carbonate. Engage in weight-bearing exercise daily.

Staying Healthy with Nutrition: The Complete Guide to Diet and Nutritional Medicine Elson M. Haas, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Vitamin A Beta-carotene Vitamin D Vitamin E vitamin k Thiamine (Ba) Riboflavin (B2) Niacinamide (B3) Niacin (B3) Pantothenic acid (B5) Pyridoxine (B6) Cobalamin (B12) Folic acid Biotin Choline Inositol Vitamin C Bioflavonoids Calcium Chromium Copper 5,000-10,000 IUs 15,000-25,000 IUs 200 IUs 600-800 IUs 150-300 meg. 50-75 mg. 25-75 mg. 100 mg. 50-1,000 mg.** 250-500 mg. 50 mg. 100 meg. 600 meg. 300 meg. 500 mg. 500 mg. 3-6 g. 250-500 mg. 650-1,000 mg. 300-500 meg. 2-3 mg. Iodine 150-225 meg. Iron 10-20 mg. Magnesium 400-750 mg. Manganese 5-10 mg. Molybdenum 300-500 meg.

Adequate vitamin k in our diet supports normal blood clotting, so important during surgery. Various other vitamins, such as Bj, B3, B6, and Bi2, and other minerals, such as selenium, copper, iron, calcium, potassium, manganese, molybdenum, and cobalt, are also important to healing. Of course, with surgical blood loss, more iron may be needed in the recovery stage to build blood cells. Silica is useful to skin and tissues. Bromelain, the pineapple enzyme, has a mild anti-inflammatory effect and may be useful after surgery to aid in food digestion as well as to reduce micro blood clots (thrombi).

Textbook of Natural Medicine 2nd Edition Volume 1 Michael T. Murray, ND See book keywords and concepts

The natural vitamin k, (phytadione or phylloquinone) does not appear to have any toxicity when given orally, until huge doses (200 mg) are given.8 Water-soluble vitamins Ascorbic acid Vitamin C has been reported to have perhaps the lowest toxicity of all vitamins. Diarrhea and intestinal distension or gas are the most common complaints at higher dosages.

Dietary induced subclinical vitamin k deficiency in normal human subjects. J Clin Invest 1993; 91: 1761-1768 Water-soluble vitamins Vitamin C 1. Wartamowicz M, Panczenko-Kresowka B, Ziemlaski S et al. The effect of alpha-tocopherol and ascorbic acid on the serum lipid peroxide level in elderly people. Ann Nutr Metabol 1984; 28: 186-191 2. Calabrese EJ. Does exposure to environmental pollutants increase the need for vitamin C? J Environ Pathol Toxicol Oncol 1985; 5: 81-90 3. Tannenbaum SR, Wishnok JS, Leaf CD. Inhibition of nitrosamine formation by ascorbic acid.

Symptoms of bacterial overgrowth By inhibiting proper nutrient absorption, bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine can lead to systemic disorders such as altered permeability, anemia and weight loss, osteomalacia and vitamin k deficiency.3 Bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine may also contribute to maldigestion and malabsorption. It frequently is a complication of parasitic infection. Patients with pancreatic insufficiency secondary to chronic pancreatitis are prone to developing bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine.4 As can be seen from Table 7.

Potential deficiencies of nutrients such as vitamin B12, vitamin k, and calcium should be considered (see Ch. 19).5 Treatment of underlying causes Bacterial overgrowth of the small intestine may recur if the root causes are not eradicated (Table 7.2). Hypo-chlorhydria and achlorhydria limit the body's ability to utilize nutrients from food and supplements. With low gastric acid, ingested food is not adequately sterilized, and normal colonic bacteria may move upstream into the small intestine, causing the return of bacterial overgrowth.

Diet, Nutrition and Cancer Committee on Diet, Nutrition, and Cancer, Assembly of Life Sciences National Research Council See book keywords and concepts

In contrast, little attention has been paid to the B vitamins and others such as vitamin k. The evidence concerning vitamins A, C, E, and selected B vitamins is discussed below. VITAMIN A Of the entire collection of chemically diverse substances classified as vitamins, those subsumed under the general term "vitamin A" are of the greatest current interest in terms of their possible association with the process of carcinogenesis. The only well-understood function of vitamin A is its role in the visual cycle.

Textbook of Natural Medicine 2nd Edition Volume 1 Michael T. Murray, ND See book keywords and concepts

It may be contraindicated for patients receiving anticoagulants or for those with a vitamin k deficiency.155 4. Large amounts of vitamin C rarely increase oxalate production; the effects seems to be counterbalanced by increased vitamin B6.156 5. Excessive iron and iron overload may cause hydroxyl radical production in vivo.157 6. Beta-carotene may increase the risk of lung cancer in high risk populations unless protected by antioxidants like vitamin E. In addition, beta-carotene may exacerbate liver abnormalities in patients with alcoholic liver disease.

Encyclopedia of Fruits, Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds for Healthful Living Dr. Joseph M. Kadans, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Phosphorus: 50 mg. Vitamin K: amount undetermined. Protein: 2.9 gm. Calories: 30 Reported health benefits: Because of the richness of turnip top greens in vitamins and minerals, they are considered excellent for persons suffering from anemia, poor appetite, tuberculosis, obesity, high blood pressure, bronchitis, asthma, liver ailments, gout, and bladder disorders. In addition, turnip greens are reputed to help the complexion, purify the blood, reduce acidity, and destroy bacterial toxins in the bloodstream (toxemia).

Textbook of Natural Medicine 2nd Edition Volume 2 Michael T. Murray, ND See book keywords and concepts

Supplements • Vitamin B6: 25 mg/day • Vitamin K: 2 mg/day • Magnesium: 600 mg/day • Calcium: 300-1,000 mg/day. REFERENCES 1. Shaw P, Williams G, Green N. Idiopathic hypercalciuria: its control with unprocessed bran. Br J Urol 1980; 52: 426-429 2. Thorn J, Morris J, Bishop A, Blacklock NJ. The influence of refined carbohydrate on urinary calcium excretion. Br J Urol 1978; 50: 459H164 3. Lemann J, Piering W, Lennon E. Possible role of carbohydrate-induced hypercalciuria in calcium oxalate kidney-stone formation. New Engl J Med 1969; 280: 232-237 4.

In addition to vitamin k and boron (discussed above), there are other key nutrients critical to bone health, which are discussed below. Calcium Supplementation of calcium has been shown to be effective in reducing bone loss in postmenopausal women.33"39 Although, by itself, calcium supplementation does not completely halt calcium loss, it does slow the rate down by at least 30-50% and offers significant protection against hip fractures. Combined with exercise and the dietary recommendations given above, calcium is clearly part of an effective treatment for most women.

Serum vitamin k level and bone mineral density in post-menopausal women. Int J Gynecol Obstet 1997; 56: 25-30 30. Neilsen FH, Hunt CD, Mullen LM, Hunt JR. Effect of dietary boron on mineral, estrogen, and testosterone metabolism in postmenopausal women. FASEB J 1987; 1: 394-397 31. Block G. Dietary guidelines and the results of food consumption surveys. Am J Clin Nutr 1991; 53: 356S-357S 32. Nielsen FH, Gallagher SK, Johnson LK, Nielsen EJ. Boron enhances and mimics some of the effects of estrogen therapy in postmenopausal women. J Trace Elem Exp Med 1992; 5: 237-246 33.

Research Note. vitamin k deficiency in chronic gastrointestinal disorders. Nutr Review 1986; 44: 10-12 73. Elsborg L, Larsen L. Folate deficiency in chronic inflammatory bowel diseases. Scand J Gastroenterol 1979; 14: 1019-1024 74. Hellberg R, Hulten L, Bjom-Rasmussen E. The nutritional and haematological status before and after primary and subsequent resectional procedures for classical Crohn's disease and Crohn's colitis. Acta Chir Scand 1982; 148: 453^160 75. Franklin JL, Rosenberg IH.

The Doctor's Vitamin and Mineral Encyclopedia Sheldon Saul Hendler See book keywords and concepts

Vitamin K deficiency leads to bleeding disorders. This formula should be used only after discussion with your obstetrician. You will note that the ranges of some of the vitamins are set lower than the basic formulas for men and women. The probability of any adverse effects from these vitamins on the fetus is extremely low even at the higher doses of the above formulas, but, to err on the side of caution, the upper dose limits are lowered here. Compare your supplement formula with the following formula to determine if yours is adequate. There are some good formulas available.

Research suggests that the addition of fluoride may be useful (see fluoride under Minerals), and preliminary work suggests that manganese, boron and vitamin k may offer some additional protection as well. There are still no convincing studies that indicate vitamin D would be helpful in protecting against osteoporosis except in the care of steroid (cortisone)-induced osteoporosis. Vitamin D might help prevent osteoporosis in those regularly taking cortisone. Calcitriol may hold more promise in the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis. Studies are in progress.

Add 50-100 meg of vitamin k. 4) Remember that exercise is a very important ingredient of this formula (see Note above). 5) See precautions above. Formula for Women with Premenstrual Syndrome (PMS) Note: Premenstrual syndrome, or PMS, occurs commonly, is very little understood and controversy abounds as to its proper treatment. PMS refers to cyclic symptoms experienced by women during their reproductive years.

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