Okay guys and girls…I have been asked this question repeatedly.  Is there anything to worry about?  My answer is the same as it was when the question contained the words “bird” and flu together.  No!!  It is still the flu and the best defense is a good offense.  Those of you who know me closely – know that I am not a sports fan and are probably laughing that I used a sporting reference.  But in this case it just fits perfectly.

I don’t advocate being quite this close and personal with members of the swine family (see pic of kid kissing the piggy).  At this point we do not need to be any more worried about this than the regular flu.  I recommend to my patients, clients, friends…anyone who will listen to me rant – that you should not consume pork and pork based products.

Their meat is very similar to human flesh and contains some bacteria that isn’t really good for people.  I say this from a wellness standpoint because I understand that people have eaten pork for their entire lives and live to a ripe old age.  There are just so many things bombarding our systems that we need to reduce the toxic load in as many areas that we can.

By reducing this toxic load we are thus reducing our risks for bacterial, viral and fungal infections as well as other diseases and cancers.  Pork is just an unclean meat.  That is one of the reasons why folks of the Jewish faith do not consume pork.   

What we need to focus on is keeping our immune system functioning at top capacity.

Drink lots of optimized (hydromag) water each day
Take a good quality, absorb-able vitamin c (lypospheric vitamin c)
Pau d’ Arco is good for an immune boost
Colloidal Silver to keep the overall bacterial, viral, fungal load to a minimum
A high quality multivitamin/mineral – Beyond Chelation Improved
Vitamin D and Sunlight (15 minutes with as much exposed skin as possible 4-5 times per week)
Liver/Kidney Cleanse – maximize the efficiency and effectiveness of our detoxifying organs

Please don’t mistake or misquote me here…I am not saying that if you do these things you will not get the flu or even get sick.  It’s really okay to get sick.  It shows that your immune system is doing its job.  Being sick isn’t fun, but what doesn’t kill us make us stronger.  Its like the gym for your immune system.  When you do get sick the worst thing to do is start taking unnecessary antibiotics.  There are so many cases that can be treated just as easily (in most cases easier and more effective) that using antibiotics.  I know we don’t have time to be sick, but you are doing far worse by your body and potentially increasing the risk of stronger, hard to kill and resistant to antibiotic bacterial “sugerbug” by taking antibiotics when you don’t actually need them.

In most cases it really is a transient virus running its course.  Even if there is some bacterial implication I would still recommend colloidal silver because that takes care of both – virus and bacteria.  If you think you may have the flu or want additional information on implementing a protocol for wellness or to assist your body in working through an illness don’t hesitate to AskDrSkip.

There are no toxicity reports in any of the clinical studies, nor have there been any side effects reported, except for an occasional case of cramps during the process where the stones are purging. If this is something you experience, the dosage can be cut in half.

It is safe for pregnant woman to take.

Please do not undertake a liver cleanse without some help from a health care practitioner.  Cleaning the liver is a lengthy process and should be followed through until completion once you begin.  It can be several months, if not years on and off of cleaning to gain optimal results.  Remember it takes years to build up a clogged, unhealthy liver.  It will take time to regain your health.  Be patient.  One thing at a time!  Health and wellness are right around the corner.  Keep up the good work.

Other actions that have documented by using Pau d’Arco have shown that it is a hepatotonic – which means it tones, balances and strengthens the liver. It is also an immunostimulant, its benefits will also strengthen the body’s immune system, which assists heavily in preventing liver disease. Claims have also been made that it assists in removing poisons from the liver tissue, as well as promoting healthy liver function. From a Naturopathic perspective this is a fundamental organ that must be healthy to maintain a body that is in homeostasis. Having a clean and healthy liver means many things – healthy skin, nails, stomach and blood.

If you search the web you will find an overwhelming amount of information available on this miraculous herb. I like this product so much because it is loaded with amazing properties and minerals. It can be used to virtually sustain life because it is practically a food. We are not using this to forcibly to make some “change” within the body – we are gently helping the body to return to its natural healthy state of homeostasis.

When selecting a brand to use for medicinal purposes, please be extremely selective as to which product you choose. I have used several brands and the one that I use at home and recommend exclusively is from Blessed Herbs – is it available in the on-line store and in our clinic. I chose this company for their high quality control and stringent selectivity of the herbs and the processing.

Pau d’Arco is the most useful when it has been made into a tincture. That just means that after the herb has been harvested it has been soaked in an alcohol. Soaking it in the alcohol extract the most potent ingredients and helps it to be assimilated and utilized by the body most effectively. The benefits of this amazing plant are endless…

If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to ask! Good luck!

Book Resources for additional information regarding Pau d’Arco:

“THE HEALING POWER OF PAU D’ARCO” By Walter Lubek, Lotus Light Publications

“PAU D’ARCO – IMMUNE POWER from the Rain Forest” by Kenneth Jones, Healing Arts Press

“NATURES WISDOM”, Internet Article, 1998

“PAU d”ARCO”, Raintree Nutrition, Inc, Research Article, Leslie Taylor

“ANCIENT HERB, MODERN MIRACLE” By Dr. D. Mowry, PhD, Mountainwest Institute of Herbal Sciences

“SOUTH AMERICAN CANCER CURE”, Alec de Montmorency, The Spotlight, June, 1981,

“CANCER THERAPY” By Ralph Moss, PhD, Equinox Press

* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products/services/therapies/education information are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

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

Rupronol is truly one of the most amazing products that I have ever come across. A friend of mine, who works for Healthwalk, that I met in India on a trip with Humanity in Unity and Vitamin Angels showed me enough information in a clinical sense to warrant further investigation of this product.

It is used commonly for all types of viral infections, fungus, yeast, etc. with great results. One of the most important factors here to remember that if one is to embark on a process of cleansing the system – it takes persistence and a commitment. This product in an aggressive manner has to be taken every 2 waking hours for up to 3 months. Then a break is taken and the protocol is reassessed.

The other thing that I need to strongly recommend here is that if you make the commitment to go through the cleansing process with this product that you do not stop. It is not uncommon for things to get worse before they get better. But that adage holds true. I have seen it in clinical practice time and time again.

Also, it is important to note here as well… you can’t just take this product and not do the other things to improve your health. …You know what I am talking about here. Nutrition, diet and exercise. Sugar and especially refined sugar intake/consumption must be reduced (if not totally eliminated). This includes breads and pastas! As I am sure you already know… also eliminate anything processed (this is just about always something that you have to take out of a wrapper).

As I am sure many of you that know me are already aware that my medical philosophy revolves around the paradigm that yeast, candida and viruses are the main issues that we need to resolve. That being said it can’t be the only way we go about trying to correct the imbalance. The other holistic methods must be employed.

If you have any questions about implementation of this product into your protocol please contact me for a consultation. Please also re-read any articles on cancer especially in regards to the issue of whether or not cancer is a fungus!

Be Well!

There is no question that the human body is full of amazing qualities. We can actually survive a couple of days without water and even a few weeks without food. However, the body can only sustain life for a few precious minutes without oxygen. Every function in our body is regulated by oxygen. Oxygen energizes cells so they can regenerate, and our body utilizes oxygen to metabolize food and eliminate toxins and waste through the process of oxidation. Each of our organs needs a great deal of oxygen to function effectively.

For many decades oxygen has been used to treat the sick and injured.  It is utilized in the treatment of certain medical conditions such as bone infections, wounds, and other emergencies such as carbon monoxide poisoning and decompression sickness.

Poor eating habits, alcohol consumption, air pollution, toxins, drugs, and lack of exercise all contribute to the abuse of our bodies. Cells are deprived of vital oxygen, thereby weakening the immune system. Symptoms of oxygen deficiency can include weakness, fatigue, poor circulation/digestion, muscle pain, memory loss, behavioral changes, and bronchial/pulmonary problems.

When the immune system becomes debilitated by lack of oxygen, the body is more sensitive to opportunistic microorganisms, as well as viral and parasitic infections. Oxygen deprivation can also contribute to life-threatening diseases such as cancer and autoimmune complications, as well as other issues including systemic candida, allergies, high blood pressure and congested lymph.

Oxygen therapies are auxiliary processes that safely increase the amount of available oxygen in the body. These therapies may also improve the body’s ability to use and absorb oxygen. Medical usages of oxygen and oxidative therapies include, but are not limited to: (1) hydrogen peroxide, (2) breathing exercises (such as Qi Gong which increase lung capacity and delivers more oxygen to internal organs), (3) hyperbaric oxygen therapy, (4) E.W.O.T. (exercise with oxygen therapy) and (5) coffee enemas (the chemicals released from the coffee form hydrogen peroxide and oxidize in the colon). This is a partial list of the many available treatment options of oxygen therapies.

Only recently has the medical establishment recognize the benefits of increasing oxygen levels and the results that can be achieved.  I have spent the last several years training and specializing in the use of oxygen and oxidative therapies. Having completed courses presented by both Frank Shallenberger, M.D. (one of the worlds leading experts in the field ozone and oxygen therapy), and the International Oxidative Medical Association, founded by Charles Farr, M.D. (a pioneer in the use of oxidative therapies such as hydrogen peroxide),   Therefore, I am fully qualified to answer any questions you may have regarding the field of oxygen therapies.  I always strive to use the least invasive method to obtain the most effect results with these therapies.

These therapies can be utilized alone and adjunctively with current therapeutic protocols. Oxygen/oxidative therapies can be used to treat and assist with:

 Lung Diseases (Asthma, Bronchitis, Pneumonia, Emphysema)
Allergies, Eczema, Chronic Dermatitis and Hives
Acute and Chronic Pain (Osteo or Rheumatoid Arthritis, Joint Inflammation, Tendonitis)
Acute/Chronic Viruses (Epstein Barr, Cytomegolovirus, HIV, AIDS, Hepatitis, Herpes)
Cerebral Vascular Accidents (Stroke), Alzheimer’s and Dementia
Cardiovascular Diseases
Chronic Candidiases (Yeast and Fungus)
Diabetes Mellitus Type II
Macular Degeneration
Anti-Aging **
Acute and Chronic Cystitis
Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy
Gastric Disorders (Ulcerative Colitis and Crohns Disease)
Depression
Fibromyalgia

 **Anti-Aging is of particular interest where oxygen therapies are concerned because several factors are consistent with aging. These factors include, but are not limited to: (1) decreased productions of ATP (our body’s energy), (2) increased oxidant stress, (3) decreased metabolic rate and (4) impaired circulation. These factors are routinely improved with implementation of Chiron’s anti-aging protocols. Most patients report an increase in energy, stamina, resistance to colds and flu, and an overall sense of well-being.

Oxygen therapies are extremely safe with little risk associated with their use. Side effects are minimal, and practically non-existent when utilized with our standard protocols. The continued use since the 1800’s stands for the effectiveness and safety of these therapies. Oxygen has a wide range of clinical applications from issues such as allergies and anti-aging to the treatment of cancer and viral infections, including HIV.

Oxygen therapy has proven to have beneficial effects including:

¥ increasing oxygen delivery to cells, tissues, and organs
¥ increasing blood circulation throughout the body
¥ detoxification
¥ boosting of the immune system

If you have specific questions regarding any of these therapies or modalities please don’t hesitate to set up a coaching session with me.

Disclaimer: Dr. Skip’s article and the statements I make regarding these therapies have not been evaluated by the FDA. There is no guarantee of effectiveness (as with ANY therapy). No claim of a cure is either guaranteed or implied. No one may hold this article, Dr. Hart, or any other individuals or companies associated with this article or AskDrSkip.com, liable in any way for any reason or for any action they have chosen to take regarding any oxygen therapies. This article is for patient educational-informational use only.

If you or someone you know has Cancer, HIV, Hepatitis, Chronic Fatigue or Multiple Sclerosis please see this website about Low Dose Naltrexone. I have recommended LDN therapy with my patients and I, as well as the patients, have been extremly impressed with the results. Now please understand that this medication is used as part of a complete protocol and not as a stand-alone treatment in my practice. Anything that can be done to help stimulate the immune system in my opinion is definitely worth a deeper look.  

Naltrexone itself was approved by the FDA in 1984 in a 50mg dose for the purpose of helping heroin or opium addicts, by blocking the effect of such drugs. By blocking opioid receptors, naltrexone also blocks the reception of the opioid hormones that our brain and adrenal glands produce: beta-endorphin and metenkephalin. Many body tissues have receptors for these endorphins and enkephalins, including virtually every cell of the body’s immune system.

In 1985, Bernard Bihari, MD, a physician with a clinical practice in New York City, discovered the effects of a much smaller dose of naltrexone (approximately 3mg once a day) on the body’s immune system. He found that this low dose, taken at bedtime, was able to enhance a patient’s response to infection by HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. [Note: Subsequently, the optimal adult dosage of LDN has been found to be 4.5mg.]

In the mid-1990’s, Dr. Bihari found that patients in his practice with cancer (such as lymphoma or pancreatic cancer) could benefit, in some cases dramatically, from LDN. In addition, people who had an autoimmune disease (such as lupus) often showed prompt control of disease activity while taking LDN.

(above taken directly from lowdosenaltrexone.org)

If you have questions regarding your health care or would like a consultation please contact me and I will be happy to work with you!