| Dilantin has other potential nutritional impacts, and may lower levels of vitamin B6, vitamin D, and vitamin k as well as folic acid. A person who expects to take this anticonvulsant for a long time might benefit from consultation with a knowledgeable dietitian.
Never take or stop medication without your doctor's advice. |
Patrick Quillin, PhD,RD,CNS
See book keywords and concepts |  Selenium, fish oil, garlic, Cat's claw, Maitake D-fraction, vitamin E succinate, vitamin k, quercetin, genistein, and bovine cartilage all may assist the cancer patient in this manner.
ALTER TUMOR PROTECTIVE MECHANISMS
The tumor is a well-adapted parasite, which hides from the body's immune system by generating a "stealth" coating of human chorionic gonadotropin (HCG) which provides regional immune suppression. The cancer pretends to be a fetus, which then stops the attack by the immune system. |
Patricia Hausman & Judith Benn Hurley
See book keywords and concepts |  Because it is essential to the blood-clotting process, he says, vitamin k helps prevent abnormal bleeding that could lead to an abnormal swelling or mass of clotted blood called a hematoma. This is potentially dangerous because it could inhibit the healing process by causing the wound to become infected or burst open.
As valuable as these nutrients are, however, they don't play quite the lead role that two other nutrients do. Those two-legendary for their effects on wound healing-are vitamin C and zinc. |
Sheldon Saul Hendler and David Rorvik
See book keywords and concepts |  Those with vitamin k deficiencies should be aware that high doses of TPGS may have anticoagulant activity. TPGS should be used with caution in those with lesions with a propensity to bleed (e.g., bleeding peptic ulcers), those with a history of hemorrhagic stroke and those with inherited bleeding disorders (e.g., hemophilia).
High dose TPGS should be stopped about one month before surgical procedures, unless a physician advises otherwise. |
Earl Mindell
See book keywords and concepts |  Watch out for fad diets high in saturated fats.
47. vitamin k (Menadione)
Facts: Fat soluble.
Usually measured in micrograms (meg.). There is a trio of K vitamins. Kl and K2 can be formed by natural bacteria in the intestines. K3 is a synthetic. The RDI/RDA for adults is 65-80 meg.
Essential in the formation of prothrombin, a blood-clotting chemical.
What It Can Do For You:
Help in preventing internal bleeding and hemorrhages. Aid in reducing excessive menstrual flow. Promote proper blood clotting.
Deficiency Disease:
Celiac disease, sprue, colitis. |
Patrick Quillin, PhD,RD,CNS
See book keywords and concepts | | In higher doses, vitamin k becomes a potent anti-cancer agent which is non-toxic to healthy cells.114
Synergism yields two main benefits: 1) significant increase in healing capacity; 2) the need for lower doses. Researchers found that combining vitamins C and K-3 against cultured human breast cancer cells allowed for inhibition of the cancer growth at doses 90-98% less than what was required if only one of these vitamins was used against the cancer.115
Look beyond the obvious. Coumarin (a.k.a. |
Earl Mindell
See book keywords and concepts | | It can deplete the body of vitamins Bl, B2, B6, B12, folic acid, vitamin C, vitamin k, zinc, magnesium, and potassium.
• Four drinks a day are capable of causing organ damage.
• It can hamper the liver's ability to process fat.
287. What You Drink and When You Drink It lust because the alcohol content varies in different beverages, don't be fooled. It is true that beer has only about 4 percent alcohol, wine about 12 percent, and whiskey up to 50 percent; but a can of beer, a glass of wine, and a shot of whiskey all have virtually the identical inebriation potential. |
Mark Stengler, N.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Chlorophyll
Source: green plants and other colored vegetables
Properties: antioxidant; contains vitamin k, which is needed for blood clotting and to build bone cells Conditions: anemia; detoxification; burns and wounds, cancer prevention ,
(continued)
Curcumin
Source: turmeric
Properties: antiinflammatory; antioxidant Conditions: arthritis; inflammatory bowel disease; cancer
For more about the benefits of this nutrient, see Turmeric, page 444. | | But there are other important supplements as well, including zinc, silicon, manganese, vitamin C, vitamin B6, boron, vitamin k, vitamin B12, and folic acid. All these can be found in bone-building formulas offered by many companies, so you don't have to purchase them separately.
WHAT ARE THE SIDE EFFECTS?
In general, ipriflavone appears to be very safe. In a study that was launched in 1997, researchers showed the long-term safety of ipriflavone for periods ranging from 6 to 96 months, when the supplement was taken by 2,769 people. | | Other nutrients found in dandelion include the B-complex vitamins as well as vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin k, and calcium. Choline, a relative of the B-vita-min family is also found in relatively high amounts in dandelion. This nutrient is important for preventing and treating a fatty liver, and it also serves as an aid in bile production.
The chemical constituents of dandelion lend additional healing properties. One of the more important chemicals, taraxacin, which has a bitter taste, is thought to stimulate the digestive organs. | | These include vitamins B2, B3, B5, B12, biotin, and vitamin k.
Acidophilus is also important for proper absorption of minerals in the small intestine.
FOODS ON THE SIDE OF GOOD
Many societies throughout the world have recognized the health benefits of cultured foods that are high in acidophilus. Sauerkraut is one. This traditional German side dish is also taken for ulcers and a variety of digestive problems. Cottage cheese, kefir, and miso are other potential sources.
Yogurt, however, is probably the most convenient source of friendly bacteria. | | For quicker bone healing, some of the most beneficial vitamins and minerals include calcium, magnesium, vitamin C, vitamin k, B vitamins, silica, and boron. I usually recommend a comprehensive bone formula or a high-potency multivitamin and a separate calcium/magnesium supplement, supplying at least 1,000 milligrams of calcium and at least 500 milligrams of magnesium.)
Tea Tree Oil
"This toe fungus just won't go away," said Marlene, a 33-year-old patient of mine. "I tried a couple of antifungal creams for it and there was no improvement. |
Rebecca Wood
See book keywords and concepts |  Vitamin E Nuts, seeds, whole grains (especially wheat, oats, quinoa, and brown, red, and black rice); the dark green leaves of cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower; dandelion greens, sprouts (especially sprouted wheat), asparagus, cucumbers, and spinach. vitamin k Alfalfa sprouts, asparagus, blackstrap molasses, dark leafy green vegetables, green tea, kelp, soybeans, oats, rye, and wheat.
Vitamin P (Bioflavonoids) The white pith of citrus fruits, peppers, buckwheat, and black currants.
Vitamin U Cabbage.
Coenzyme Q10 Peanuts and spinach. |
Patrick Quillin, PhD,RD,CNS
See book keywords and concepts | | WHAT TO DO:
1) eat less sweet foods
2) try to avoid refined white sugar
3) never eat anything sweet by itself
4) preferred sweeteners: honey, fructose, molasses, sucanat
5) Anti-proliferative factors
Certain nutrients, like selenium, vitamin k, vitamin E succinate, and the fatty acid EPA, appear to have the ability to slow down the unregulated growth of cancer. Various nutrition factors, including vitamin A, D, folacin, bioflavonoids, and soybeans, have been shown to alter the genetic expression of tumors. |
Sheldon Saul Hendler and David Rorvik
See book keywords and concepts | | Nutritional Products Available:
Bee Pollen Nuggets
Powder Bee Pollen Tablets Calcium Citrate Tablets Evening Primrose Oil
Capsules Flaxseed Oil Capsules Folic Acid Tablets Gentle Iron Capsules Ipriflavone Capsules L-Arginine Capsules L-Methionine Capsules L-Ornithine Capsules
Rutin Tablets
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Earl Mindell
See book keywords and concepts | | Excessive diarrhea can be a symptom of vitamin k deficiency, but before self-supplementing, see a doctor.
Green leafy vegetables are your best defense against a vitamin-K deficiency.
If you have nosebleeds often, try increasing your K through natural food sources. Alfalfa tablets might help.
If you are taking an anticoagulant (blood thinner), be aware that this vitamin (even in natural foods) can reverse the drug's effect.
If you are on a chronic broad-spectrum antibiotic regimen, you're high risk for a vitamin-K deficiency. |
Sheldon Saul Hendler and David Rorvik
See book keywords and concepts | | INTERACTIONS
Some chlorella supplements may be rich in vitamin k and may affect the INR of those on warfarin. Animal studies suggest that certain substances in chlorella may ameliorate some of the side effects of 5-fluorouracil. There is no human documentation of this.
OVERDOSAGE
No reports of overdosage.
DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION
There are various forms of chlorella, including capsules, tablets, softgels and granules. Most chlorella marketed in the U.S. is grown in Japan and Taiwan and is processed into the various supplemental forms. | | Plant stanol esters and vitamin k. Mayo Clin Proc. 1999; 74:642-643.
Nguyen TT, Dale LC, von Bergmann K, et al. Cholesterol-lowering effect of stanol ester in a US population of mildly hypercholesterolemic men and women: a randomized controlled trial. Mayo Clin Proc. 1999; 74:1198-1206.
Norme n L, Dutta P, Lia A, Andersson H. Soy sterol esters and beta-sitostanol esters as inhibitors of cholesterol absorption in human small bowel. Am J Clin Nutr. 2000; 71:908-913.
Turnbull D, Frankos VH, Leeman WR, Jonker D. Short-term tests of estrogenic potential of plant stanols and plant stanol esters. | | Likewise, those with vitamin k deficiencies, such as those with liver failure, should be cautious in using doses of tocotrienols greater than 100 milligrams daily. Tocotrienols should also be used with caution in those with lesions with a propensity to bleed (e.g., bleeding peptic ulcers), those with a history of hemorrhagic stroke and those with inherited bleeding disorders (e.g., hemophilia).
High dose tocotrienol supplementation (greater than 100 milligrams daily) should be stopped about one month before surgical procedures and may be resumed following recovery from the procedure. |
Earl L. Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  Amino acids, calcium, vitamin B6, B12, folic acid, potassium and vitamin k may be depleted.
What Else to Take If You Take These Drugs
Supplements of the above. Take two hours after taking macrolides. Be sure to take probiotics during and after a course of antibiotics. See the natural alternatives at the end of the chapter.
Aminoglycosides
Amikacin (Amikin)
Gentamicin (Gctrctmycin, Jenamicin)
Kanamycin (Kantrex)
Neomycin (Neo-Tabs, Mycifradin, Neo-fradin) Netilmicin
Paromomycin (Humatin) Streptomycin ToBRAMYcm (Nebcin)
What Do They Do in Your Body? | | This problem results in colicky-like cramps, either diarrhea or constipation and is caused by a depletion of vitamin k as well as an imbalance of the friendly and unfriendly bacteria in the intestinal tract.
These drugs are also particularly hard on kidney and liver function and have caused liver dysfunction, jaundice and kidney failure. Because of this, your physician should monitor you closely if you are elderly or debilitated. Children should also be watched closely for any indications of kidney or liver system dysfunction. These drugs can cause seizures in people with kidney problems. | | And yet, long-term use of a bile blocker can cause a deficiency of vitamin k, which will increase the tendency to bleed, making the drugs more effective. In other words, what will happen when you combine these two types of drugs is truly unpredictable, and that is very dangerous.
What Do They Do in Your Body?
Lower cholesterol by blocking the production of bile.
What Are They Prescribed For? Lowering cholesterol levels.
What Are the Possible Side Effects?
Constipation occurs in up to 50 percent of all patients who use these drugs! | | Foods high in vitamin k include dark, leafy green vegetables, lettuces, potatoes, fish and fish oils, fruits, especially citrus fruits, egg yolks, dairy products, the cruciferous family of vegetables including broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage and Brussels sprouts. Onions and soy foods may increase the action of anticoagulants. If you eat lots of vegetables, don't stop because you're taking this drug! Have your physician adjust the drug levels accordingly.
Don't drink tonic water if you're taking an anticoagulant. | | Magnesium, calcium, potassium, vitamin A, carbohydrates, vitamin k. What Else to Take If You Take These Drugs
Take supplements of the above several hours apart from taking an aminoglycoside, and be sure to use a probiotic during and after a course of antibiotics. See natural alternatives at the end of the chapter for details. | | They do battle with foreign bacteria that might otherwise cause infection; they manufacture some vitamins, such as vitamin K; and they keep the growth of a fungal yeast called Candida albicans under control. All told, we play host to 100 trillion friendly bacteria belonging to at least 400 different species.
Prescription drugs like antibiotics and steroids, undue stress and nutritional imbalances all contribute to the demise of good bacteria. When their numbers are low, bad bacteria and Candida albicans become overgrown. Yeast overgrowth in particular can cause many unpleasant symptoms. |
Sheldon Saul Hendler and David Rorvik
See book keywords and concepts | | Vitamin K 0.07 mg Vita-Min Rx Tablets Iodine 200 mg, Magnesium 10 Potassium 150 mg Vitaplex Plus Tablets Iron 27 mg, Magnesium 50 mg Vitelle Nesentials Tablets Phosphorus 130 mg
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Ralph W. Moss, Ph.D.
See book keywords and concepts |  So scientists began thinking about stopping vitamin k from helping the blood coagulate (5).
In the 1970s there were four clinical trials of anticoagulants. Although the results were divergent, they were all positive:
• In Dublin, there was a doubling of survival time;
• In Buffalo, there were impressive case histories;
• In Winnipeg, an eight-fold improvement was seen; and
• In Munich, doctors saw a ten percent improvement in the five year survival, thanks to anticoagulation. |
Gary Null
See book keywords and concepts |  Because they lead to malabsorption of nutrients, ulcerative colitis and diarrhea also interfere with vitamin k synthesis. After a bout with either, it may be a good idea to eat yogurt regularly for a while, encouraging the growth and redistribution of the K-producing microflora.
If you are to be hospitalized for surgery, do everything possible to encourage the growth of those microflora beforehand, and eat lots of K-rich foods. As G. F. Pineo, M.D., St. | | Pay special attention to your vitamin k needs if you are scheduled for surgery or taking any sort of medication that might interfere with your body's manufacture of K. Awareness of this little nutrient can keep your health "A-OK"!
Bioflavonoids
What Are the Bioflavonoids?
The bioflavonoids, a group of substances with many names, are water soluble and possess enough vitaminlike qualities that in some circles they are known as vitamin P. | | One researcher found that 300 milligrams of bioflavonoids, 500 milligrams of vitamin C, and vitamin k were effective, even when liver therapy had failed to stop the bleeding.39
The capillaries are weakened in the treatment of leukemia: radiation and/or chemotherapy damages them severely and they become increasingly fragile. This unfortunate offshoot complicates the condition itself. Yet treated with bioflavonoids over long periods of time, leukemia patients have been helped.
In an experiment in which nine cases of advanced leukemic bleeding were treated, four of them showed prompt cessation. |
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