Oregano is just one of those things that is handy to keep around and use frequently. There aren’t many things (I am really starting to sound like a broken record here) that I recommend taking continuously, but oregano is NOT one of those things.

There are many various studies that have been done that have shown this amazing oil is a potent purifier for the body. The two primary compounds that make up oregano are thymol and carvacrol. Both of which have proven to have positive effects on harmful bacteria and microorganisms that cause many various illnesses.

It is important to not get the conventional spice Oregano confused with the Oil of Oregano. They have a similar taste, but the Oil of Oregano is where the health benefits are gained. The spice is called Origanum Marjoram, while Oil of Oregano is derived from Origanum Vulgare.

Carvacrol from Oil of Oregano is a natural phenol that has powerful anti-microbial activity. The flavonoids provide natural antiseptic properties, and the Terpenes are natural anti-inflammatory agents. You know how much I love the natural anti-inflammatory products!! Just read the article I wrote on Wobenzym.

Wild Organic Oregano is rich in a long list of minerals including calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron, potassium, copper, boron, and manganese as well as Vitamins C and A (beta carotene) and niacin.

It’s extremely safe and very effective. Both of which are things that I love in a health supplement. Oregano Oil has many wonderful redeeming health benefits. Let’s break them down…

OREGANO OIL BENEFITS

Skin Infections – effective against the harmful bacteria and organisms and improves the texture and quality of the skin
Immune System – will boost the immune system
Respiratory System – thins the mucous making it easier to breath in various respiratory illnesses (useful in problems in the sinus’, colds, flu and sore throats)
Digestive System – due to the functionality of the main ingredients, Oil of Oregano has been shown to help soothe the digestive tract and help with an upset stomach.
Inflammation – this can be due to rashes, gingivitis and/or rash or skin infections – use topically, but dilute it with some coconut or olive oil as straight Oil of Oregano is very strong and can irritate if used full strength
Detoxification – this is a great general detoxifier for the system as it just gets rid of various little bugs that like to invade our systems and cause trouble

SIDE EFFECTS of Oil of Oregano are minimal. As with pretty much any product it should not be taken long term. Long term use can inhibit the absorption of iron – so if for any reason you need to take it long term, iron supplementation may be warranted. This would be something you would need to talk to a healthcare provider about. If you are pregnant long term use of this product should be avoided.

The Oil of Oregano that we stock comes from an exceptional company and their product has no artificial chemicals or toxic byproducts, kosher and suitable for vegetarians and contains many essential minerals and vitamins.

The Oil of Oregano can be taken internally and used topically. A general dose (please read labels) is 3-5 drops in some juice – orange will help mask the taste. This can be taken for 5-7 days depending on the severity of the issue.

I, of course, prefer that you use a product that is organic and/or wild crafted. The one we recommend has been selected because of the proper concentrations of the primary ingredients as well as the fact that it is from an organic and high quality source.

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The sooner you get a stroke victim to the hospital the chances of saving their lives is increased exponentially.

RECOGNIZING A STROKE

Symptoms of a stroke can be difficult to identify, especially if you are not a medically trained person.  I don’t treat emergencies, so information like this is always helpful to have in the ole’ memory banks…just in case.  It is a good reminder.

Educating yourself on the symptoms will help minimize the amount of fear and chaos present in a situation where there is lack of awareness…which could lead to disaster.

The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke.

You can recognize a stroke by asking three very simple questions:

‘When you think someone is having a stoke…just remember the first 3 letters of the word stroke…S.T.R.’

“S” — Smile. If there is any drooping in the face or mouth – this may be a positive sign of a stoke.  You can also have them stick out their tongue.  If it is crooked or at an angle, then this can also be a sign of a stoke.

“T” — Talk.  Have them say the sentence, “You can’t teach an old dog new tricks”…If it is slurred or incoherent – there is a problem.  If they have had  a stroke they will not be able to say this sentence correctly.  Go to the hospital.

“R” — Raise arms.  Have them raise both of their arms with their eyes closed.  If there is an imbalance with their arms raised – call or get  them medical attention.

You can also have symptoms of dizziness, confusion, headache, sudden numbness on one side of body or in arms or legs and trouble seeing out of one eye.

There are many additional signs, symptoms and tests that would be performed at the hospital by a physician.  I am including a very abbreviated version here to help educate and keep you prepared in case of an emergency.  The sooner you can get to the hospital, the better the chances for an effective treatment. 

If there is difficulty with any of these tasks, call 911 immediately and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher and/or take them to the hospital.  Tell them the signs you have seen and that way they will know to direct you to the nearest center that can deal most effectively with the issue at hand.

What is Stroke…

A stroke is a loss of the blood being supplied to brain by a thrombus (a clot of blood which forms at the blockage), embolus (an object that moves from one part of the body and causes a blockage) or an injury (such as a head trauma).

There can be risk factors that can put one at a greater risk for having a stroke.

1. Obesity
2. Heart disease and/or High Blood Pressure
3. Diabetes
4. Cigarette Smoking
5. Elevations in Cholesterol
6. Gender (more common in men, sorry guys)
7. Family history of strokes and cardiovascular disease
8. Poor Diet

There is nothing that makes me happier than working with a healthy patient to setup a protocol to work on preventing isssues such as this.  This same individualized protocol can also be used to help prevent heart attacks as well.

Preventing a stroke is far easier than treating one.  If you have a stroke, then there is nothing more crucial than getting to the hospital as soon as possible.  The conventional medical profession excels in emergency situtations of this nature.

This article could really be a book – on the information regarding strokes alone, not to mention the vast amount of information that could be included pertaining to the wellness prevention of strokes.  So…that being said…I am not going to try to cram too much information in here for you too read.

However, for our time here there are several things that I recommend right off the bat!

• Wobenzym

This product has been used for years in Europe (for treatment of as well as prevention of…strokes and heart attacks, not to mention that this is one of the best things I have even seen for inflammation and pain).

When you first start using wobenzym, especially for a man or woman that is 40 years or old is a dose of 10 (ten) pills, 3 (three) times per day on an empty stomach for about 4-6 months. After that time the dosage can be decreased, but if you are at risk, I would continue to take this product at a lower dose, indefinantly.  These are systemic enzymes that are most effective when there is nothing for them to do in the stomach.  By that, I mean that there is nothing for them to try and digest there.  They are most effective when they can go systemic (other parts of the body) and do there work of digesting.

Inflammation is a primary underlying cause of many issues from a more holistic standpoint.

• Beyond Chelation-Improved – which is a fantastic all-inclusive vitamin supplement, formulated by Dr. Garry Gordon, a physician in Arizona that pioneered chelation therapy.  The dosge is 1 (one) packet, 2 (twice) daily with food.  Vitamins must be taken with food for the most part as they can upset your stomach and they need the food to be properly absorbed and utlized by your body.

This is a very basic protocol – please get with a practitioner that is well versed in holistic wellness that can assist you with your goals. Additionally it is paramount that your hormones are balanced and at optimal levels – this includes both men and women.  Yes guys that means you!!  Get your levels checked too!!

This includes, thyroid, testosterone, progesterone, dhea-s, homocystine, fibrinogen and CRP C-reactive protein levels – just to mention a few.  Let’s chat!!

Make sure that you get adequate rest, drink plently of water, exercise and practice effective stress managment, such as meditation.

I am available to help you on your path and with your goals of wellness…schedule an appointment with me today for your wellness education.

Be Well!!

Dr. Skip

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If you are pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or have a medical condition, consult your physician before any products/services/therapies.

The Following article was written by Dr. Garry Gordon, a physician and someone I hold in the highest regard. I consider him a mentor and listen intently when he speaks. I have been utilizing his protocols and products with my family and patients for many years. One thing is for sure where Dr. Gordon is concerned…he cares about one thing – YOUR HEALTH! He is one amazing man on the front-lines, fighting your health and health rights. Products that are created or recommended by Dr. Gordon WORK! Its just that simple. It would be my pleasure to help educate you on health and health care matters if you have any questions about products or protocols discussed here.

Below is an article written about a product that my fellow doctors tease me, that if didn’t exist or was pulled from the market… then how could I continue to practice!

There is seldom a condition that I can think of that wouldn’t benefit from the on-going use of Wobenzym.

Please read his article very carefully, and please don’t hesitate to make an appointment with me if you have any questions about implementing anything that I discuss into your health regiment…

Wobenzym® is backed by millions of dollars of research. While this research has been primarily done in Europe, there are FDA – approved studies under way in the United States on the effects of Wobenzym on Osteo-Arthritis and Multiple Myeloma. Studies in Europe have documented an average lowering of C-reactive protein levels (a marker of chronic infection in the body) of 30%!

New research, published in the New England Journal of Medicine, has documented that higher levels of C-reactive protein have up to 6 times the incidence of death from heart attack and stroke as lower levels. This obviously means that long-term use of Wobenzym® can be life saving.

In addition, it has the well deserved reputation of being the leading natural safe alternative for anti-inflammatory drugs, such as Ibuprofen. Anti-inflammatory drugs kill over 25,000 people each year in the U.S. and send many more to the hospital needing care for side effects, such as bleeding ulcers. In contrast, Wobenzym® is sold in over 40 countries, has been used by millions, and has killed no one!

Olympic teams use Wobenzym®. This is because it works so well, as shown by a 50% reduction in reported injuries, and because it remarkably enhances healing after injury. This is partly due to the RUTIN’s (bioflavanoids) ability to prevent the discoloration and local pain associated with traumatic injuries. For these same reasons, leading surgeons now routinely prescribe the use of Wobenzym® to prevent bruising and edema and the associated pain for their post-surgical patients.

Focused on treating the molecular causes of many health problems, Wobenzym® has been shown beneficial in virtually every health problem.

To become familiar with Enzyme Therapy, we recommend reading Enzymes, A Drug of the Future, by Dr. Heinrich Wrba.

Wobenzym®, acting synergistically with our oral chelation product Beyond Chelation Improved^TM, has been shown to:

Substantially reduce the incidence of fatal blood clots now known to be induced by the sudden breakdown of vulnerable plaque. 

Increase feelings of well-being because of its antioxidant and cholesterol lowering effects.

Allow fewer heart attacks or strokes because of anti-thrombotic, anti-spasmodic and anti-arrhythmic abilities.

Promote longevity due to the control of many of the molecular bases of aging.

Improve results with arterial blockages caused by Herpes and CMV. 

Provide protection from environmental toxins in the air, water and food.

Be beneficial when used to treat Autoimmune, Rheumatic and Cardiovascular Diseases, Inflammations, Injuries, Infections, and Tumor Illnesses, Osteo and Rheumatoid Arthritis, Joint and Muscle Pain, Herpes and Other Viral Infections, Cancer and Hepatitis C, Recurrent Miscarriages and many other Degenerative Diseases.

THE REAL PROOF IS IN YOUR RESULTING HEALTH!

Wobenzym® is formulated with natural nutrients that work directly in the bloodstream. It is SAFE and effective with NO DETRIMENTAL SIDE EFFECTS. It can be taken regularly and with confidence to reduce pain and enhance the functioning of organs and bodily systems.

Wobenzym® must IDEALLY be taken at least 30 minutes before meals or 60 minutes after meals. An excellent time to take it is just before bedtime and immediately upon arising. Keep the bottle next to your toothbrush. A common maintenance dose is 5 tablets twice daily, although the Cancer Treatment Centers of America routinely suggests 10 tablets 3 times a day.*

*These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, cure or prevent disease. For more information on maintaining a long and healthy lifestyle, please visit Gordon Research Institute.