The Analyst™ Age: 43   Reference: 474621
Your password for web site: 69316
Report generated on: Jul 01, 2007


HEALTH  EVALUATION
for Eoghan D McRae

Your LifeMeter® Reading by The Analyst™:    61
Perfect health    100  
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Your health appears to be in decline and you should consider making changes to your lifestyle and health care management that will help to reverse or slow down this deterioration as soon as possible.  In your report you will see the most urgent issues that we can identify, most of which you should already be aware of, as well as several recommendations that should only be followed under medical supervision.

Fortunately, you are still reasonably young and it is not too late to try to reverse significant abuse and disease.  Please consider making as many good changes as possible in your life now.  Use your resources wisely and do not put things off until later.  The longer you delay, the less likely the chances are that you will regain a truly healthy state.



Reviewed and summarized by:  Dr. Matthew Fisel, ND
As you are no doubt aware, you have health issues that you should be concerned about. If you are not satisfied with your current level of care, you might wish to seek additional help from a doctor who will guide you in the changes and discoveries you need to make.

Of particular concern to you are a possible urgent need for medical evaluation, depression and general toxicity. We must point out that a possible urgent need for medical evaluation and depression are conditions that you really should be concerned about. Fortunately these conditions should be manageable, as detailed in this report.

Taking care of yourself while you are still young will provide benefits both now and later in life.

Testing your thyroid hormone function is recommended, as you are exhibiting some symptoms of hypothyroidism. Ideally, you will want to have your TSH, free T3, and free T4 levels tested, which is more accurate than only looking at TSH, which is what most physicians typically look at. In the meantime, try taking kelp, which is a form of seaweed that helps to enhance thyroid function. The mineral selenium, at a dosage of 200 mcg per day, is also recommended for this purpose.

You could benefit from adrenal hormone support, which is especially beneficial for helping you adapt to stress, making you less susceptible to the physical and mental symptoms that result from excess stress, including depression and insomnia. Addressing this problem should ultimately help to enhance your energy level as well. For this, I would recommend the following: The herbs ashwagandha and licorice root, preferably taken in the morning and early afternoon; The herb rhodiola, especially useful for fatigue and a heightened stress response; A vitamin B-complex supplement, particularly vitamin B5, or pantothenic acid; The amino acid L-tyrosine, at a dosage of 2,000 mg per day; The nutrient L-theanine, which is also found naturally in green tea; The nutrient 5-HTP, at a dosage of 100 mg per day; Supplementation with the hormone DHEA may be indicated, but only if your levels test on the low end of normal.

The nutrients niacinamide and L-glycine are often used successfully for treating acute anxiety and insomnia, and should be helpful in your case.

Although it may sound contradictory to suggest that someone has heartburn and too LITTLE stomach acid, such is sometimes the case. This is being suggested as a possibility for you. Adequate stomach acid is needed to keep the lower esophageal sphincter closed so that stomach contents don't reflux into the esophagus and cause pain and erosion. Treating the symptom by further reducing/neutralizing acid content may resolve the symptoms temporarily. However, more stomach acid may be needed to resolve the problem, not just the symptom. Adequate stomach acid is important for starting the digestive process correctly. A chronically low acid state, as a consequence of heartburn medication use, for example, may lead to chronic health problems later in life. You will need to read further in your report for information on how to determine if this is true for you. If gastritis is present, you must treat it before using supplemental acid, whether to determine if you have low HCL or for the treatment of a low HCL condition. One simple treatment that often helps to relieve this problem is to take 2 tsp of apple cider vinegar before each meal. This stimulates the digestive cascade, allowing you to breakdown and assimilate foods more effectively. Ultimately, this can help to alleviate any digestive bloating or discomfort you may be experiencing.

After the course of medically-prescribed antibiotic therapy that you indicated, the healthy balance of bacteria should be re-created in the intestine by consuming an acidophilus preparation for two to four weeks after the last dose of antibiotics has been taken. Products containing "mixed strain" acidophilus - with many Lactobacillus acidophilus species - are the best. Those with an inflammatory condition should stay away from products containing fructooligosaccharides (F.O.S.). The most health-promoting organisms in our intestines are the family of Lactobacillus bacteria, especially Lactobacillus acidophilus, along with its friendly cousins, L. plantarum, L. salivarius, L. bulgaricus, L. casei, L. bifidus, and others. (Although not scientifically quite accurate, through popular usage, the Lactobacillus acidophilus has come to be known as "acidophilus.")

Acidophilus is best consumed before meals. The rationale for this is because you want to have as many live bacteria as possible pass through the stomach into the small intestine. Therefore, it is wise to ingest the acidophilus prior to eating, before the stomach fills up with hydrochloric acid, which would kill most of the beneficial organisms.

It is very important to be sure that the acidophilus product you are paying for and ingesting really contains live, beneficial bacteria. You can determine the "vitality" of your acidophilus product with a simple kitchen experiment. Start by pouring one cup of soy milk or cow's milk into each of two small bowls. Stir one teaspoon of acidophilus powder into one of the bowls. Allow both bowls to sit out at room temperature overnight. Next morning, the milky contents should not look the same. Since Lactobacillus acidophilus is the bacteria that curdles milk, there should be signs of bacterial activity in the bowl containing the acidophilus: lumps of curdled milk, a film of yogurt, bubbles of carbon dioxide, etc. When you pour both bowls down the sink, if the physical characteristics of the white liquids appear to be the same, you have non-viable product and should get a fresh supply (or your money back).

Try to decrease your consumption of fat, chocolate, peppermint, onions, coffee, decaffeinated coffee, as these are all believed to cause heartburn by decreasing the pressure of the lower esophageal sphincter and increasing the number of relaxations of this sphincter. Overeating and straining associated with constipation may also compromise the sphincter's ability to keep the acid where it belongs in the stomach. Raising the head of your bed by four to six inches by placing bricks or wood blocks under the head posts can employ gravity to help keep the acid from creeping up. Eating a low-fat plant based diet in small frequent meals seems the best way to decrease heartburn. Also, try to make every effort to keep your water consumption at 5 cups (1.25 liters) per day on at least a trial basis. Additional water intake may help resolve heartburn symptoms.

I suspect some hidden food allergies may be contributing to some of your symptoms, especially your allergic rhinitis. If you have not determined foods that may be causing some allergic reactions, look for foods that are followed by any of the following: heart rate changes, runny nose, drop in energy, itchiness, aches/pains, headaches, mental fog, vision changes, ringing in ears, hives, heartburn, constipation or diarrhea. Any or all of these can point to allergic reactions, and may be hard to spot with relation to specific foods because they can occur as much as 48 hours later. An elimination diet of suspected foods is about the only way to know. The most common culprits are dairy, corn, gluten grains, eggs, citrus, peanuts, soy, nightshades. An elimination diet of 10 days is usually recommended with individual reintroduction to watch for symptoms.

Diet influences your health more than any other factor over which you have control. Some people SEEM to be able to get away with eating poorly with little or no consequences, and most of us would like this to be the case for ourselves. We continue making less-than-wise choices until forced by health issues to rethink our priorities. We may then have the opportunity to investigate and make the needed improvements before it is too late. The earlier in life that we adopt healthy habits and learn which foods are best for us as individuals, the better the outcome. Some people need to be very careful with what they eat and have finally realized that the benefits are worth the effort.

In addition to following the elimination diet, some other treatments that may help to control your allergic rhinitis include the following: The nutrients quercetin and hesperidin, for their natural anti-histamine and anti-inflammatory properties; Daily use of a Neti pot, which is a device used to irrigate the nasal passageways, preventing offending allergens from coming into contact; The nutrient N-acetyl-cysteine, especially effective in the treatment of post-nasal drip; A mixed bioflavonoid supplement, which usually contains such nutrients as rutin and rose hips.

Your apple-shaped "bloating" is most likely the result of insulin resistance, which causes excess fat deposition in the abdominal region. To help reverse this phenomenon, I would suggest the following: The herbs gymnema and bitter melon, which are especially helpful for alleviating carbohydrate cravings; The mineral chromium, at a dosage of 500 mcg per day; A fiber supplement, such as psyllium, which helps to control the absorption of sugars and the release of insulin; A dysglycemia diet, which is really the most crucial step for getting this problem under control-more detail about this diet can be found at the following website: www.functionalmedicine.org/content_management/files/ifm_Dysglycem_Diet_091503.pdf

Ultimately, following these recommendations should help to improve your energy level and mood, as it leads to the normalization of other hormone levels in the body that may be currently affecting the way you feel.

Heart disease is the number one killer in developed countries, with high cholesterol (hypercholesterolemia) being the main cause. Almost without exception, the only people that have an LDL ("bad") cholesterol level below 100mg/dl are 1) those on a vegan diet and 2) those on drugs. Anyone over the age of 30 with an LDL cholesterol level above 100mg/dl should therefore consider adopting a vegan diet for this reason, if no other.

If the fish you're eating is shark, swordfish, king mackerel, marlin, albacore tuna or tile fish you may be suffering from mercury toxicity. The holy grail of studies on mercury contamination in fish was published recently. The FDA currently recommends that pregnant women and young children limit their fish intake to two cans of tuna a week. California researchers decided to measure mercury levels in people eating more than two servings of fish a week and found that the blood of 90% of them exceeded the mercury tolerance safety levels. Mercury can cause fatigue, memory loss and other symptoms, so you may want to get your levels tested.

It is reasonably likely that you are not getting enough omega 3 essential fatty acids in your diet, despite the fact that you are consuming fish. In addition to a fish oil containing EPA and DHA, I would recommend that you eat 2 tablespoons (30gm) of ground flax seed each day. It can be ground in a coffee grinder, and sprinkled on whatever you eat, or blended into fruit smoothies for example. Besides being a great source of omega 3s, flax is also a great source of soluble fiber and antioxidants. Plus, the omega 3s found in fish oil have also shown promise in the treatment of mild depression and other mood disorders.

Have a close look at the information provided regarding your metabolic type as this will suggest dietary changes that you should consider in order to supply the kind of calories your metabolic type needs. Further balancing can be achieved by specific vitamin/mineral supplementation according to your type and could potentially impact many areas of your health.

Try to make every effort to keep your water consumption at 5 cups (1.25 liters) per day on at least a trial basis. You should be taking a high-quality multiple vitamin and mineral supplement on a regular basis, along with those nutrients that are highlighted by this report.

More and more evidence is accumulating [Journal of the American Dietetic Association 104(2004):960] that people living at your latitude are not making enough vitamin D during the winter months. The action of the sun's rays on your skin produces vitamin D but, during the winter, not only are we more bundled up, but the sun's rays are at such an angle during those months at your latitude that one's vitamin D levels drop to levels that may actually be causing a wide range of symptoms. So I encourage you to take 400 IU of vitamin D (10 mcg) in your diet every day from December through February through vitamin D fortified foods or supplements.

According to the height (5'10.0", 178cm) and weight (163lb, 74kg) figures that you entered, your Body Mass Index (BMI) is 23.4. This indicates that you are ideal weight.

Your level of exercise is excellent. It looks as though you are reaping the benefits of your current level of physical activity.

You might consider taking up yoga for the physical benefits that you may receive. For a time it would be best to do this with an instructor who can guide you into an individualized routine. However, many have benefited merely from purchasing a book such as 'Twenty Minute Yoga Workouts', and starting a simple program on their own. Yoga type exercises can improve self-image in those with poor posture. In a small study of 5 women between the ages 20-50, it was concluded that poor posture locks negative emotions in the body. Good posture emanates positive feelings in personal strength and self-awareness, which in turn leads to more self confidence. All of the women showed remarkable improvement in their self-esteem.

If you have any follow-up questions, please feel free to contact me at follow-up@Diagnose-Me.com, remembering to quote your reference number which is 474621.

Wishing you the best of health,

Dr. Matthew Fisel

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Conditions Highlighted By The Analyst
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Probability
Level of concern 

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   (You should already be aware of the items in bold)

   
 
  A Potentially Urgent Medical Need
   
 
  Depression
   
 
  Increased Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
   
 
  General Detoxification Requirement
   
  Gluten Sensitivity / Celiac Disease
   
 
  Low Adrenal Function / Adrenal Insufficiency
   
 
  Consequences of Poor Diet
   
 
  Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
   
  Chronic Inflammation
   
 
  Allergy to Foods (Hidden)
   
 
  Liver Detoxification / Support Requirement
   
 
  Bacterial Dysbiosis
   
  Stress
   
 
  Mercury Toxicity (Amalgam Illness)
   
 
  Increased Risk of Atherosclerosis
   
 
  Dehydration
   
 
  Constipation
   
 
  Chronic Fatigue / Fibromyalgia Syndrome
   
 
  Increased Risk of Increased Intestinal Permeability / Leaky Gut
   
  Allergic Rhinitis / Hay Fever
   
 
  Hypoglycemia
   
 
  Increased Risk of Elevated Insulin Levels
   
 
  IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
   
 
  Need For Routine Preventative Health Measures
   
 
  Enlarged Prostate
   
 
  Environmental Illness / MCS
   
 
  Increased Risk of Osteoporosis - Osteopenia
   
 
  Hydrochloric Acid Deficiency
   
 
  Digestive Enzyme Need
   
 
  Low Male Testosterone Level
   
 
  Autoimmune Tendency
   
 
  Dyspepsia / Poor Digestion
   
 
  Gastric/Peptic/Duodenal Ulcers
   
 
  Zinc Requirement
 
 
  Wise to rule out:  Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
 
 
  Wise to rule out:  Chronic Renal Insufficiency
 
 
  Wise to rule out:  Increased Risk of Colon Cancer
   
 
  Wise to rule out:  Pneumonia
   
 
  Wise to rule out:  Diabetes Type II
   
 
  Wise to rule out:  Increased Risk of Kidney Disease
     
  Information:  Extreme Positive Ayurvedic Dosha - Pitta Dominance
     
  Information:  Balanced Constitutional Temperature
     
  Information:  Balanced Lipo-Oxidative Type
     
  Information:  Balanced Autonomic Nervous System Balance
     
  Information:  Extreme Positive Carbo-Oxidative Type
     
  Information:  Extreme Negative Metabolic Diet Type

Recommendations Most Likely To Benefit You
Possible Definite
Usefulness
 
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  Plant-Based Nutrition
 
 
  Sugars Avoidance / Reduction
 
 
  Continued Caffeine/Coffee Avoidance
 
 
  High/Increased Fiber Diet
 
 
  Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption
 
 
  Selenium
 
 
  Essential Fatty Acids
 
 
  Increased Water Consumption
 
 
  Vitamin E
 
 
  Continued Dairy Products Avoidance
 
 
  Zinc
 
 
  Continued Alcohol Avoidance
 
 
  Stress Management
 
 
  Test for Cardiac Risk Factors
 
 
  Animal/Saturated Fats Avoidance
 
 
  Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)
 
 
  TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine)
 
 
  Nut and Seed Consumption
 
 
  Glutamine
 
 
  Continued Processed Foods Avoidance
 
 
  Seeing a Doctor at Earliest Opportunity
 
 
  Continued Sunlight Exposure
 
 
  Alpha Lipoic Acid
 
 
  DHEA
 
 
  Continued Garlic
 
 
  Calming / Stretching Exercises
 
 
  MSM (Methyl Sulfonyl Methane)
 
 
  Hydrochloric Acid (Trial)
 
 
  Chlorella
 
 
  Ozone / Oxidative Therapy


Conditions/Diseases Indicated by The Analyst™:
Condition: A Potentially Urgent Medical Need
Likelihood 
82% 
Concern level 
  
You should seek immediate medical attention if you are not currently seeing an MD, DO, or ND regarding the potentially very significant problem(s) that you have reported.

Emergency medicine can be life-saving. Even if you have some philosophical, religious or financial objection to doing this, it is in your best interest to take action unless you are very sure of what is causing the significant symptoms you have reported or you have already seen a qualified doctor recently regarding them.

...click here to see full details and recommendations on our web site.
 
Main recommendations: Seeing a Doctor at Earliest Opportunity
 
A Potentially Urgent Medical Need is indicated mainly by the following:
  • Pain in both eyes
    Severe eye pain should be investigated aggressively to prevent the possible consequence of blindness.
  • Chest pain when breathing
    The sensation of a "catch" at the end of a deep breath is clinically important as a symptom of pulmonary embolism (a clot to the lung). This requires immediate evaluation by a physician.
Condition: Depression
Likelihood 
78% 
Concern level 
  
Because of the serious nature of depression, you need to be under a doctor's care. If you are already seeing a professional about this but feel you are not clearly on the road to recovery, you should seek additional help without delay.

Depression is a serious yet common psychological condition that changes how you think and feel and also affects your social behavior and sense of physical well-being. We have all felt sad at one time or another, but that is not depression. Sometimes we feel tired from working hard, or discouraged when faced with serious problems. This too, is not depression. These feelings usually pass within a few days or weeks, once we adjust to the stress. If these feelings linger, intensify and begin to interfere with work, school or family responsibilities, then it may be depression. Each year over 6% of American adults experience a period of clinical depression.

...click here to see full details and recommendations on our web site.
 
Main recommendations: Continued Aerobic Exercise (web)  -  DHEA  -  Counseling (web)  -  Magnesium (web)
 
Depression is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Recurring depression
  • Depression in family members
    Research supports the existence of a genetic component toward developing depression.
  • Having trouble concentrating
  • Episode(s) of mild depression
  • Constant fatigue
  • Loss of interest in activities
Increased Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
Likelihood 
44% 
Concern level 
  
Irreversible and unexpected, heart failure is the leading cause of death in Western countries. For 50% of men who die from heart attacks, the fatal attack is their first symptom. Coronary artery disease (heart attack, or myocardial infarction) is the number one killer in the United States, yet it barely existed before 1900. A sampling of older cardiologists still working in the 1950s could not recall a case prior to 1910. Most people are unaware of this and do not readily believe it. It is not a highly publicized fact, possibly because it glaringly reminds us of the cause: the way we now live, principally the westernization of diet (the consumption of commercially processed foods). Some take a position that people were more active then, and we are more sedentary now. This is true, but should not be used as an excuse to continue eating what we prefer, instead of what we should.

...click here to see full details and recommendations on our web site.
 
Main recommendations: Test for Cardiac Risk Factors  -  Selenium  -  Nut and Seed Consumption  -  Continued Aerobic Exercise (web)
 
Increased Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Apple-shaped body when overweight
  • Heaviness of the legs
    Tired and heavy legs may indicate that the return blood flow from the legs to the heart is impaired. Gravity and impaired veins combined with possible heart problems result in oxygen-depletion in the legs, producing that heavy, tired feeling.
  • Pain in chest or left side
    In cases of heart disease, pain will usually be felt in the left or middle of the chest, but it can also be felt in the inner sides of the left arm, neck, jaw, or between the shoulder blades.
  • Pain between shoulder blades
    In cases of heart disease, pain will usually be felt in the left or middle of the chest, but it can also be felt in the inner sides of the left arm, neck, jaw, or between the shoulder blades. This pain, also known as 'referred pain', should not be ignored. The pain that you experience is a manifestation of something going wrong in your body.
  • Undigested fat in stools
    In one study, subjects with heart disease had 10 times more fat in their stool than heart-healthy individuals. This means those with heart disease weren’t absorbing their fats [Am J Cardiology 5: p.295, 1960].
  • Some watching of television
    According to Dr. Emmanuel Stamatakis of University College London's Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, the risk of heart disease and premature death from any cause increases significantly for those spending more than fours hours a day watching television, surfing the web, or playing compuer games.

    The study was published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology in January of 2011 and involved 4,512 adults who were respondents of the 2003 Scottish Health Survey. It found a 48% increased risk of all-cause mortality and an approximately 125% increase in risk of cardiovascular events among those spending more than four hours a day in front of a screen, and also suggests that even two hours of screen time each day may place someone at greater risk for a cardiac event. The risk appears to be irrespective of factors such as smoking, hypertension, BMI, social class, and even exercise.
  • Using a computer occasionally
    According to Dr. Emmanuel Stamatakis of University College London's Department of Epidemiology and Public Health, the risk of heart disease and premature death from any cause increases significantly for those spending more than fours hours a day watching television, surfing the web, or playing compuer games.

    The study was published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology in January of 2011 and involved 4,512 adults who were respondents of the 2003 Scottish Health Survey. It found a 48% increased risk of all-cause mortality and an approximately 125% increase in risk of cardiovascular events among those spending more than four hours a day in front of a screen, and also suggests that even two hours of screen time each day may place someone at greater risk for a cardiac event. The risk appears to be irrespective of factors such as smoking, hypertension, BMI, social class, and even exercise.

Increased Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack is contra-indicated by the following:
  • Moderate fruit/vegetable consumption
  • Low alcohol consumption
    Drinking in moderation has been linked with a lower risk of having a fatal heart attack. [Journal of the American Medical Association April 18, 2001; 285: pp.1965-1977]
  • High legume consumption
    Men and women who ate legumes at least four times a week were found to have a 22% lower risk of coronary heart disease over 19 years than those who consumed legumes once weekly, researchers report in the November 26th issue of the Archives of Internal Medicine. The study was based on interviews and medical exams of more than 9,600 Americans who did not have heart disease when the study began. [Archives of Internal Medicine 2001;161: pp.2573-8].
  • Slowed pulse rate
    Heart rate is a stronger predictor of cardiovascular death in the elderly, particularly in men, than traditional risk factors such as diabetes and hypertension. Elderly men with a pulse rate above 80 beats per minute have a significantly higher rate of cardiovascular mortality. A low heart rate, below 64 beats per minute, is protective against cardiovascular mortality.
  • Being in your 40s
Condition: General Detoxification Requirement
Likelihood 
92% 
Concern level 
  
Toxicity is of much greater concern in this century than ever before. There are many, many chemicals that we are exposed to which did not exist until recently. The air, soil and water are becoming increasingly polluted with them. This exposure, along with the common use of drugs, eating devitalized/refined foods, failing to exercise or drink enough water has resulted in a toxic storehouse within us creating a wide range of symptoms and disease.

...click here to see full details and recommendations on our web site.
 
Main recommendations: Sauna Detoxification Program (web)  -  Therapeutic Fasting (web)  -  Continued Aerobic Exercise (web)  -  Raw Food Diet (web)
 
General Detoxification Requirement is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Constant fatigue
  • Having trouble concentrating
  • Excess mucus
  • Nasal congestion
Condition: Gluten Sensitivity / Celiac Disease
Likelihood 
100%
Concern level 
  
Alternative Names: Also classified as a disease of nutrient malabsorption, celiac disease is also known as celiac sprue, nontropical sprue and gluten-sensitive enteropathy.

Celiac disease is a digestive disease that damages the small intestine and interferes with absorption of nutrients from food. People who have celiac disease cannot tolerate a protein called gluten (or a gluten fraction called gliadin), which is found in wheat, rye, barley, and possibly oats.

...click here to see full details and recommendations on our web site.
 
Main recommendations: Gluten-free Diet (web)  -  Glutamine  -  Zinc
 
Gluten Sensitivity / Celiac Disease is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Gluten sensitivity (confirmed)
  • Bowel movement changes
  • Meal-related bloating
  • Pale stools
  • General flatulence
  • Offensive-smelling stool
  • Irritability
    Irritability is one of the most common symptoms amongst children with gluten sensitivity.
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Strong appetite
Condition: Low Adrenal Function / Adrenal Insufficiency
Likelihood 
60% 
Concern level 
  
The adrenal glands, located above the kidney, often become 'exhausted' as a result of the constant demands placed upon them. An individual with adrenal exhaustion will usually suffer from chronic fatigue, may complain of feeling stressed-out or anxious, and will typically have a reduced resistance to allergies and infection.

...click here to see full details and recommendations on our web site.
 
Main recommendations: Test Adrenal Function (web)  -  Hydrocortisone (web)  -  Continued Caffeine/Coffee Avoidance  -  Licorice Root (web)
 
Low Adrenal Function / Adrenal Insufficiency is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Sugar/sweet craving
  • Fatigue that worsens during the day
  • Constant fatigue
  • Inability to work under pressure
  • Darker/redder skin color
  • A high-stress lifestyle
  • Meal-related bloating
  • Adult acne
  • Vision disturbances
  • History of infections
  • Allergies to certain foods
  • Craving for salt
  • Antihistamine use
  • History of adult allergies
  • Dizziness when standing up
  • Sexual abuse during childhood
    Females who have been abused are more sensitive to life's stresses many years after the original abuse event(s). This elevated stress response can lead to adrenal exhaustion.
  • History of postviral syndrome
  • Sensitivity to bright light
  • Occasional sore throats
  • Allergic rhinitis
  • History of sinusitis

Low Adrenal Function / Adrenal Insufficiency is contra-indicated by the following:
  • A Healthy Diet
    Healthy and regular eating habits support adrenal function.
  • A Good Aerobic Exercise Level
    Those regularly engaged in exercise and hobbies are less likely to suffer from adrenal problems.
  • No fatigue induced by light exertion
Condition: Consequences of Poor Diet
Likelihood 
79% 
Concern level 
  
Scientific research has clearly demonstrated that what and how much we eat profoundly affects growth, development, aging, and the ability to enjoy life to its fullest. Dietary intake and lack of exercise is linked to risks for development of a variety of common, chronic diseases that are disabling and life-threatening.

...click here to see full details and recommendations on our web site.
 
Main recommendations: Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption  -  Sugars Avoidance / Reduction  -  Animal/Saturated Fats Avoidance  -  Continued Processed Foods Avoidance
 
Consequences of Poor Diet is suggested partly by:
  • Poor Memory (see evidence)
    Changing one's diet to include more nutritious and balanced foods can also help with diet related problems such as problems with sleeping. Lack of sleep in itself can cause memory lapses and cognitive deterioration. A healthier diet which helps with sleeping problems may therefore have a knock-on effect and also help to improve poor memory.
  • Adult Acne (web)
  • Vitamin A Requirement (web)
    A healthy diet will help prevent the complications of vitamin A deficiency. Foods rich in vitamin A include milk, cheese, liver, kidney, cod oil, carrots, sweet potatoes, broccoli, spinach, cantaloupe, pink grapefruit, and most leafy green vegetables.

...and partly by the following:
  • High refined sugar consumption
  • Consuming grilled meats
  • No omega-3 oil intake
  • Deep-fried food consumption
  • Hydrogenated fat consumption
  • Luncheon meat consumption
    Processed meats often contain various chemicals known to be carcinogens.
  • Caffeinated soda consumption
Condition: Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
Likelihood 
78% 
Concern level 
  
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Syndrome (OSA) is the most prevalent of the hypersomnolence disorders and affects some 4% of adult males and 2% of adult females. It is characterized by heavy snoring and the recurrent collapse of the throat airway during sleep which generally requires arousal to re-establish an open airway and resume breathing. Patients suffer from both sleep fragmentation (frequent arousal) and the recurrent lack of oxygen with possible cardiovascular complications. It is therefore important to recognize this condition and treat it.

...click here to see full details and recommendations on our web site.
 
Main recommendations: Physical Supports and Devices (web)  -  Continued Alcohol Avoidance
 
Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Waking up with a dry mouth
  • Drowsiness
    Some patients suffering from OSA fall asleep in a nonstimulating environment, such as while reading something uninteresting or in a quiet room. Others may fall asleep in a stimulating environment, such as during business meetings, while eating, and even while having sex.

    So-called "drowsy driver syndrome", which some believe is responsible for many automobile accidents, may result from OSA. Drivers may fall asleep at the wheel or suffer from a lack of alertness because of sleep deprivation. Decreased alertness places the person at risk in a variety of potentially hazardous situations.
  • Tossing and turning at night
  • Being a light sleeper
    Patients rarely complain about frequent awakenings due to obstruction, but it does occur.
  • Constant fatigue
    The frequent arousals caused by OSA and the inability to achieve or maintain the deep stages of sleep can lead to excessive daytime sleepiness and nonrestorative sleep. Patients often complain of waking up feeling like they had not slept at all, and often feel worse after taking a nap than before napping.
  • Weak sexual desire
Condition: Chronic Inflammation
Likelihood 
100%
Concern level 
  
Inflammation is the body's response to injury. This is true regardless of whether the injury results from a cut, burn, bruise, infection, or even an autoimmune disease such as rheumatoid arthritis. The inflammatory response includes redness, swelling and an increased local supply of white blood cells. These changes are an attempt to ward off infections and to help repair damaged tissue. Even after trauma, however, the inflammatory response may be excessive and result in unnecessary pain. In some conditions, as with rheumatoid arthritis, the inflammation serves no useful purpose and is actually a component of the disease rather than part of the healing process.

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Main recommendations: Essential Fatty Acids  -  Therapeutic Fasting (web)  -  Bromelain (web)  -  Bioflavonoids (web)
 
Chronic Inflammation is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Major inflammations
  • History of tendonitis
Condition: Allergy to Foods (Hidden)
Likelihood 
92% 
Concern level 
  
It is likely that you have hidden food allergies.

Food allergy and sensitivity is an important, complex, and often overlooked cause of symptoms and disease. Chasing down the culprits may require the services of a doctor.

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Main recommendations: Test for Food Allergies (web)  -  Elimination Diet (web)  -  Nambudripad Allergic Elimination Therapy (NAET) (web)  -  Ozone / Oxidative Therapy
 
Allergy to Foods (Hidden) is suggested partly by:
  • Canker Sores (Aphthous Ulcers) (see evidence)
    Foods including wheat, oranges, tomatoes, chocolate, nuts, eggplant, tea and cola were dietary allergens that have been found to trigger ulcer initiation. A study by Dr. Pelin Gürdal conducted in a dental university in Turkey concluded from previous studies [Oral Surg. 1984:57, pp.504-507] and his own that as many as 50% of RAS patients will improve when offending foods are identified and eliminated. Without laboratory testing or patient insights, identifying these foods for individual sufferers can be challenging. Food allergies continue to be a controversial cause of canker sores, and further research is necessary to resolve the issue.
  • Allergic Rhinitis / Hay Fever
    The ear, nose, and throat are common target organs for food allergens. Congestion or inflammation of the nose (rhinitis) may be due to airborne irritants and allergens, but food allergy may be an undiagnosed cause of this common problem.
  • Environmental Illness / MCS
    People with multiple chemical sensitivities often have multiple food allergies as well. While reactions to chemicals in the environment are generally quicker and more easily identified, food allergies are usually delayed, making it harder to pinpoint the offending food. People with MCS are often unaware of hidden food allergies which could be contributing to their overall allergic load.
  • Constipation
  • Bruxism (Clenching/Grinding Teeth) (web)
    Hidden food allergies may contribute to the chronic clenching of teeth.
  • IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
    The presence of food allergy is concealed in a variety of diagnoses including irritable bowel syndrome.
  • Heartburn / GERD / Acid Reflux (see evidence)
  • Weakened Immune System (see evidence)
    Food allergies divert some of the immune system's resources away from preventing and dealing with illness. Thus, continuous consumption of a food which is causing symptoms weakens your immune system. A weakened immune system enables infections and cancerous growths to develop and take hold. Many patients report that they suffer from more than one symptom or illness when reintroducing a known food allergen into their diet after a period of abstinence.
  • Migraine/Tension Headaches (web)
  • Less likely possibilities: Pharyngitis ("Strep Throat") (web)  -  Parasite Infection (web)  -  Excess Protein Consumption (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • Bloating caused by specific foods
  • Epigastric pain
    The first part of the body to react to food is often the gastrointestinal tract. Sometimes mast cells are involved in allergic reactions and release chemicals such as histamine. If the affected mast cells are in the gastrointestinal tract, a person may suffer vomiting, abdominal pain or diarrhea.
  • Moderate sneezing
  • Craving specific foods
  • Heart racing/palpitations
  • Frequent difficulty falling asleep
  • General flatulence
  • Meal-related bloating
  • Eczema
  • High cigarette smoke sensitivity
    Smoke can aggravate underlying allergies.
  • Anal itching at night
  • Discomfort caused by mold/mustiness
  • Excess mucus
  • Unexplained nausea
  • Allergic rhinitis
  • Drowsiness after meals
  • History of sinusitis
    The ear, nose, and throat are common target organs for food allergens. Food allergy may be the undiagnosed cause of sinusitis in some people.
  • Bowel movement changes

Allergy to Foods (Hidden) is contra-indicated by the following:
  • Slowed pulse rate
Condition: Liver Detoxification / Support Requirement
Likelihood 
90% 
Concern level 
  
Hampered detoxification processes can result in a condition labeled by many naturopathic and nutrition-oriented physicians as the "congested" or "sluggish" liver, or the more recently coined "impaired hepatic detoxification". Standard liver enzyme blood tests may or may not be elevated in such cases.

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Main recommendations: TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine)  -  Continued Alcohol Avoidance  -  Coffee Enema (web)  -  Therapeutic Fasting (web)
 
Liver Detoxification / Support Requirement is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Itchy skin
  • Liver/gallbladder cleanses help
  • Undigested fat in stools
  • Broad-spectrum antibiotic use
  • Not avoiding aspartame
  • Bizarre/vivid/nightmarish dreams
  • Low alcohol consumption
  • Pain between shoulder blades
  • Pain medication use
  • Tetracycline use
  • Greasy/shiny stools
  • Pale stools
  • High cigarette smoke sensitivity
    No one really is allergic to smoke. Many people insist that they are allergic to smoke created by cigarettes or cigars, but the truth is that they have having an allergy-like reaction due to other health complications.
  • Hemorrhoids
  • High chemical sensitivity
  • Onion intolerance
  • Anal itching at night
  • Greasy food intolerance
  • Negative reaction to coffee
  • Unexplained nausea
  • Allergic rhinitis
Condition: Bacterial Dysbiosis
Likelihood 
89% 
Concern level 
  
Friendly bacteria are critically important for the health of our digestive and immune systems, for their detoxification and hormone-regulating capabilities, and for nutrient formation and absorption.

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Main recommendations: Probiotics (web)  -  Microbiological Stool Exam (web)  -  Grapefruit Seed Extract (web)  -  Antibiotics (web)
 
Bacterial Dysbiosis is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Tetracycline use
  • Broad-spectrum antibiotic use
  • General flatulence
  • Meal-related bloating
  • Intolerance of sugars
  • Constant fatigue

Bacterial Dysbiosis is contra-indicated by the following:
  • No significant diarrhea
Condition: Stress
Likelihood 
100%
Concern level 
  
A hereditary vulnerability and concerns such as economic or political uncertainties, a decreasing quality of life, looming unemployment, and fear of old age or abandonment has led to a general increase in persons who report stress. Other contributing factors include insufficient regular leisure or physical activity, poor diet, an inadequate family structure and lack of a support network. These personal, social, economical and dietary factors interact with biological factors to make stress a leading cause of ailments, from a simple heartburn to a decrease in immune responsiveness, and from this to cancer and other diseases.

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Main recommendations: Stress Management  -  Continued Aerobic Exercise (web)  -  Calming / Stretching Exercises  -  Magnesium (web)
 
Stress is suggested partly by:
  • Constipation
    In a study of 34 women with chronic constipation, investigators led by Dr. Anton Emmanuel and colleagues at St. Mark's Hospital in Middlesex linked emotional distress with changes in the nerve pathway that helps control gut function. They say the findings suggest a specific path through which psychological factors directly influence the digestive system.

    The researchers compared the patients, who had suffered bouts of constipation for an average of 21 years, with a group of women with no history of gastrointestinal illness. All took standard tests that measure psychological symptoms such as anxiety and depression, self-image, social functioning and ability to form intimate relationships.

    Women with chronic constipation were more likely than healthy women to report anxiety, depression and feeling less "feminine". They also found it harder to form close relationships. [Gut Aug 2001;49: pp.209-213]
  • Cold Hands and Feet (web)
  • Migraine/Tension Headaches (web)
  • Anxiety (web)
  • Less likely possibilities: General Weakness (web)  -  Unresolved Grief (web)  -  Risk of Periodontal Disease - Gingivitis (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • A high-stress lifestyle
  • Long work hours
  • Impatient/hostile disposition
  • Unsound sleep
  • Weak sexual desire
  • Sugar/sweet craving
  • Afternoon coffee/sugar craving
  • Difficulty getting out of bed
  • Short-term memory failure
  • Sexual abuse during childhood
    One study showed that an average adult female is 6 times more sensitive to stress if she was sexually molested as a child.
  • Being a light sleeper
  • High refined sugar consumption
  • Bowel movement changes
  • Heart racing/palpitations
  • Craving for salt
  • Constant fatigue
  • Depression with fatigue
  • Being able to stay up late
  • Dizziness when standing up
Condition: Mercury Toxicity (Amalgam Illness)
Likelihood 
63% 
Concern level 
  
Mercury poisoning differs from the other forms of metal poisoning in that it causes neurological symptoms rather than digestive disorders.

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Main recommendations: Selenium  -  Alpha Lipoic Acid  -  High/Increased Fiber Diet  -  Heavy Metal Detoxification / Avoidance (web)
 
Mercury Toxicity (Amalgam Illness) is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Past amalgam filling removal
  • Being an unsocial person
  • Nasal congestion
    Mild nasal congestion / stuffy nose can be a sign of mercury toxicity.
  • Impatient/hostile disposition
  • Constant fatigue
  • High cold water fish consumption
    Although mercury occurs naturally in the environment, of bigger concern is the mercury that is released into the air through industrial pollution. When mercury falls from the air into water, it is converted into "methylmercury" by bacteria in the water. Methylmercury accumulates in streams and oceans where it is absorbed by fish as they feed in these waters. Mercury levels are highest in older, larger predatory fish. Larger predatory fish accumulate high levels of mercury by eating smaller fish (that contain mercury) who have eaten even smaller fish (that contain mercury).

    Nearly all fish and shellfish contain trace amounts, but some fish contain much more, depending on how big they are, how long they live, what they eat, and where they were caught. According to an FDA survey, the fish with the highest average levels of mercury are, in order:

    (Highest levels of mercury - at least 1 part per million): tilefish (golden bass or golden snapper), shark, swordfish, king mackerel; ("Mid-levels" of mercury - around 1/2 part per million): grouper, orange roughy, marlin, Spanish mackerel, tuna.
  • Having trouble concentrating
  • Moodiness
  • Vision disturbances
    Intermittent blurred distance vision is a sign of mercury toxicity.
  • Heart racing/palpitations
  • Irritability

Mercury Toxicity (Amalgam Illness) is contra-indicated by the following:
  • Not having any amalgam fillings
Increased Risk of Atherosclerosis
Likelihood 
35% 
Concern level 
  
Atherosclerosis (hardening of the arteries) is the most common form of arteriosclerosis, a class of diseases in which the walls of a person's artery become thicker and less elastic through deposits along the arteries that often contain calcium.

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Main recommendations: Test for Cardiac Risk Factors  -  Plant-Based Nutrition  -  Nut and Seed Consumption  -  Continued Aerobic Exercise (web)
 
Increased Risk of Atherosclerosis is suggested partly by:
  • Stress
    Circulation, the journal of the American Heart Association, reports on a study that has correlated the degree of carotid arterial atherosclerosis with exaggerated response to mental stress in men under the age of 55. Patients whose blood pressure responses to stressful situations were the strongest were found to have significantly more advanced atherosclerosis in the carotid arteries than those whose blood pressure responses were less salient.

    Although researchers are careful not to say that stress causes atherosclerosis, the evidence clearly points to cardiovascular reactivity to stress as an atherosclerotic risk factor of the same magnitude as smoking, hypertension, insulin resistance, and elevated cholesterol levels. The hypothesis is that, "Frequent and prolonged periods of elevated blood pressure during mental stress may promote mechanical injury to the endothelial lining or cause release of hormones that can promote the build up of plaque." [Circulation Vol. 96, No. 11: pp. 3842-3848]

    Moscow scientists stated in October, 2000 that they have shown atherosclerotic plaques in blood vessels are formed because of adrenaline, a hormone that releases during stress.
  • Risk of Excess Sugar Consumption (see evidence)
    Excessive sugar consumption has been linked to elevated triglycerides and may contribute to atherosclerosis, especially in individuals with elevated insulin levels.
  • Depression
    Depression is emerging as a risk factor for heart disease. A study of 688 women showed that depression and anger are associated with hardening of the arteries in women, in part through physical and behavioral risk factors such as bad cholesterol levels, obesity and smoking. [Psychosomatic Medicine, March/April 2001]
  • Magnesium Requirement (web)
    Experimental studies have demonstrated a correlation between magnesium deficiency and atherosclerosis, but without any clear evidence to determine the mechanisms involved. Magnesium deficiency may affect the atherosclerosis process through several different mechanisms.
  • Anxiety (web)
    Researchers conclude that chronically high levels of anxiety are a risk factor for the progression of atherosclerosis, especially in men. [Arterioscler Thromb Vasc Biol 2001; 21: pp.136-141]
  • Syndrome X (web)
  • Less likely possibilities: Lupus, SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythromatosis) (see evidence)

...and partly by the following:
  • Being highly motivated
  • Pain in chest or left side
  • No social support group
  • Impatient/hostile disposition
    Negative attitudes such as anger, hostility, distrust, depression and anxiety are often contributing factors.
  • Hydrogenated fat consumption
  • Discontinued multiple vitamin use
  • Being male
    Men are more likely to suffer from this condition than women.

Increased Risk of Atherosclerosis is contra-indicated by the following:
  • Moderate fruit/vegetable consumption
  • Much vitamin C supplementation
  • Very good aerobic exercise level
  • Being in your 40s
Condition: Dehydration
Likelihood 
82% 
Concern level 
  
You should be drinking more water.

Thirst can be a poor way of monitoring of your water needs. You can lose your thirst sensation and the critical perception of needing water. No longer recognizing a water need (unless very dehydrated), you can become gradually, increasingly, and chronically dehydrated with increasing age. A "dry mouth" may be a late sign of dehydration.

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Main recommendations: Increased Water Consumption  -  Continued Caffeine/Coffee Avoidance  -  Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption
 
Dehydration is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Insufficient water consumption
  • Dark urine color
  • Cloudy urine
    Yellow and/or cloudy urine may be evidence of a water intake deficiency.
  • Dry eyes
  • Frequent difficulty falling asleep
  • History of adult allergies
  • Allergies to certain foods
  • Vision disturbances
  • Low alcohol consumption
  • Emotional instability
  • Constant fatigue
  • Irritability
  • Dizziness when standing up
  • A high-stress lifestyle
  • Allergic rhinitis
  • Need for adequate water intake
  • Caffeinated soda consumption
    Caffeine is a mild diuretic.

Dehydration is contra-indicated by the following:
  • Fruit/vegetable juice consumption
Condition: Constipation
Likelihood 
80% 
Concern level 
  
Constipation, either acute or chronic, can be described as difficult, infrequent, or incomplete bowel movements. The stool tends to be small and/or hard. Bowel movements should, under normal circumstances, occur at least daily.

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Main recommendations: Plant-Based Nutrition  -  High/Increased Fiber Diet  -  Continued Aerobic Exercise (web)  -  Increased Water Consumption
 
Constipation is indicated mainly by the following:
  • Having hard stools
Condition: Chronic Fatigue / Fibromyalgia Syndrome
Likelihood 
58% 
Concern level 
  
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is described as a severe, debilitating fatigue, lasting at least six months (of new and definite onset), associated with at least four of the following symptoms: impaired memory or concentration, sore throat, lymphadenopathy, muscle pains, joint pains, new headaches, unrefreshing sleep, and post-exertion malaise. Other medical and psychiatric conditions that can produce fatigue should be ruled out, including Lyme's disease. After demanding physical exercise, chronic fatigue syndrome patients show impaired cognitive processing.

Fibromyalgia Syndrome (FMS) is a pain disorder associated with multiple tender points, sleep disturbances (insomnia and non-restorative sleep), and fatigue. Hypothalamic dysfunction, immune dysfunction, and nutritional inadequacies can all cause or perpetuate this sometimes severe syndrome.

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Main recommendations: Plant-Based Nutrition  -  TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine)  -  Test Adrenal Function (web)  -  Guaifenesin (web)
 
Chronic Fatigue / Fibromyalgia Syndrome is suggested partly by:
  • Restless Leg Syndrome (see evidence)
  • Depression
    70% to 100% (different studies show various numbers) of fibromyalgia patients are found to have depression, though many consider that this is more likely to be a result of the muscular pain rather than part of the cause.

    A sample of 69 patients with FM underwent a standardized tender point examination and a semistructured psychological interview and completed a set of self-report inventories. Of the sample, 39 met criteria for depressive disorder and 30 did not. [Evaluation of the Relationship Between Depression and Fibromyalgia Syndrome: Why Aren’t All Patients Depressed? Akiko Okifuji, Dennis C. Turk, Jeffrey J. Sherman]
  • Dry Eye (web)
  • Headaches (web)
    Severe headaches are experienced by 44-56% of fibromyalgia sufferers.
  • Night Sweats (web)
  • Cold Hands and Feet (web)
    Raynaud's phenomenon (severe cold hands and feet) affects about 16% of fibromyalgia sufferers.
  • Anxiety (web)
    Depression or anxiety may occur as a result of the chronic pain and fatigue, or the frustration felt with this condition. It is also possible that the same chemical imbalances in the brain that cause fibromyalgia also cause depression and anxiety. Some 24% of patients suffer from anxiety.
  • Less likely possibilities: Rheumatoid Arthritis (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • Being a light sleeper
    Based on doctors' estimates, sleep disturbances are experienced by approximately 75% of Chronic Fatigue and Fibromyalgia sufferers.
  • Constant fatigue
  • Unsound sleep
  • Nasal congestion
  • Short-term memory failure
  • Frequent difficulty falling asleep
  • Low alcohol consumption
  • Dark urine color
  • Sleeping less than necessary
  • Vision disturbances
  • Not having foamy urine
  • Brittle fingernails
  • Dizziness when standing up

Chronic Fatigue / Fibromyalgia Syndrome is contra-indicated by the following:
  • High energy/stamina
Increased Risk of Increased Intestinal Permeability / Leaky Gut
Likelihood 
75% 
Concern level 
  
Alternative Names: Intestinal Hyper-Permeability; Increased Intestinal Permeability.

Leaky gut - or leaky gut syndrome (LGS) - is a poorly recognized but very common problem, which is rarely tested for. This condition results from an overly-permeable intestinal lining with spaces between the cells of the gut wall. These spaces allow "foreign" material (bacteria, toxins and food) to leak into your body where they should not be, placing an additional burden on the immune and detoxification systems.

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Main recommendations: Glutamine  -  Continued Dairy Products Avoidance  -  Gluten-free Diet (web)
 
Increased Risk of Increased Intestinal Permeability / Leaky Gut is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Allergies to certain foods
  • History of adult allergies
  • Broad-spectrum antibiotic use
  • Tetracycline use
  • Pain medication use
    The overuse of pain medication can eventually lead to leaky gut syndrome.
  • Bloating caused by specific foods
  • Meal-related bloating
  • Bowel movement changes
  • History of sinusitis
  • Unexplained nausea
Condition: Allergic Rhinitis / Hay Fever
Likelihood 
100%
Concern level 
  
Allergic rhinitis (also called hay fever) is the most common form of allergy.

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Main recommendations: Vitamin B5 (Pantothenic Acid) (web)  -  Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption  -  Sugars Avoidance / Reduction  -  Continued Caffeine/Coffee Avoidance
 
Allergic Rhinitis / Hay Fever is indicated mainly by the following:
  • Hay fever (confirmed)
  • Moderate sneezing
  • Allergic rhinitis
Condition: Hypoglycemia
Likelihood 
75% 
Concern level 
  
It is likely that you have hypoglycemia.

Hypoglycemia is a general term used to describe a mixed bag of symptoms that are due to a derangement of glucose metabolism. Under the strict medical definition, hypoglycemia mainly refers to a drop in fasting blood sugar below 50mg% (normal range 70-90mg%). This drop can be associated with differing symptoms depending on the rate at which the blood sugar falls.

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Main recommendations: Sugars Avoidance / Reduction  -  Continued Caffeine/Coffee Avoidance  -  High/Increased Fiber Diet  -  Continued Processed Foods Avoidance
 
Hypoglycemia is suggested partly by:
  • Restless Leg Syndrome (see evidence)
    Based on afternoon glucose tolerance testing, many patients with RLS - particularly if they also have spontaneous leg cramps - appear to have hyperinsulinism causing functional ‘hypoglycemia’ during testing. In fact, some patients may have an attack of muscle cramps at the same time as their lowest level of plasma glucose. In an open trial, a group of 350 patients with this type of glucose tolerance curve were placed on a sugar-free, high protein diet along with frequent nibbling and at least one night feeding. The vast majority experienced a prompt remission or, at least, a striking reduction in symptoms. [J Med Assoc 60(5): pp.29-31, 1973]
  • Poor Memory (see evidence)
    Temporary forgetfulness is a known symptom of hypoglycemia.
  • Depression
    Endogenous depression - depression originating from within as opposed to being due to external factors - is a known symptom.
  • Night Sweats (web)
    Nighttime hypoglycemia may be without symptoms or manifest itself as night sweats, unpleasant dreams or early morning headache.
  • Migraine/Tension Headaches (web)
  • Anxiety (web)
  • Less likely possibilities: General Weakness (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • Intolerance of sugars
  • Unsound sleep
  • Fatigue that is relieved by eating
  • Afternoon coffee/sugar craving
  • High refined sugar consumption
  • Tightness across shoulders
  • Sugar/sweet craving
  • Fatigue that worsens during the day
  • Having trouble concentrating
  • Strong appetite
    Hunger is a symptom of hypoglycemia.
  • Vision disturbances
    Blurred vision and diplopia (double-vision) are possible symptoms.
  • Heart racing/palpitations
  • Depression with anxiety
  • Emotional instability
  • Dizziness when standing up
Increased Risk of Elevated Insulin Levels
Likelihood 
75% 
Concern level 
  
Chronic exposure to refined carbohydrates and simple sugars can cause elevated levels of insulin, which drives glucose levels down. This can result in hypoglycemia (low blood sugar). Over time, tissues may become less sensitive to insulin and as a result glucose cannot enter the cells as easily. This means more glucose in the bloodstream and a greater tendency to convert it into fat instead of energy. Elevated insulin levels (hyperinsulinemia) cause the body to have difficulty breaking down fat also.

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Main recommendations: Sugars Avoidance / Reduction  -  Continued Aerobic Exercise (web)  -  Chromium (web)  -  DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) (web)
 
Increased Risk of Elevated Insulin Levels is suggested partly by:
  • Lack of Sleep (see evidence)
    A study found that people who do not get enough sleep on a regular basis may become less sensitive to insulin which, over time, can raise the risk of obesity, high blood pressure and diabetes. Chronic sleep deprivation (under 6.5 hours per night) had the same effect on insulin resistance as aging.
  • Stress
    One of cortisol's undesirable effects is that it contributes to insulin resistance by decreasing the rate of glucose uptake, probably by blocking the insulin receptor. [J Clin endocrinol Metab 54 (1982): pp.131-8]
  • Less likely possibilities: Risk of Gout / Hyperuricemia (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • Apple-shaped body when overweight
Condition: IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
Likelihood 
71% 
Concern level 
  
Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common disorder of the intestines affecting perhaps 20% of the adult population that leads to pain, gassiness, bloating, and changes in bowel habits. Symptoms include constipation, diarrhea, or a painful but unsuccessful urge to move the bowels.

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Main recommendations: Continued Dairy Products Avoidance  -  High/Increased Fiber Diet  -  Antibiotics (web)  -  Vitamin E
 
IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Bloating caused by specific foods
  • Meal-related bloating
  • Bowel movement changes
  • Mucus in stools
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • General flatulence
  • Dairy product consumption
    Johne's disease is an infection that cows pass on to humans as irritable bowel syndrome. Johne's disease has no cure and costs dairy producers over $1.5 billion each year [Source: USDA]. The bacterium, Mycobacterium avium paratuberculosis (MAP) causing Johne's is not killed by pasteurization and is passed onto consumers in milk, cheese and ice cream.
  • Past and future vaccination
    Studies from Europe indicate that there may be a link between the MMR (measles/mumps/rubella) vaccine and irritable bowel syndrome.

IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) is contra-indicated by the following:
  • No significant diarrhea
Condition: Need For Routine Preventative Health Measures
Likelihood 
93% 
Concern level 
  
Millions of people continue to ignore their health because they do not have access to health care or can not afford it, because they do not practice healthy lifestyles, or because they do not take the time to visit their physician for regular check-ups.

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Main recommendations: Test for Cardiac Risk Factors  -  Seeing An Eye Doctor (web)  -  Adequate Dental Care (web)  -  Male-Specific Cancer Screening (web)
 
Need For Routine Preventative Health Measures is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Cancer in family members
    Regular screening is highly recommended if your family has a history of cancer.
  • Being somewhat nearsighted
    If you wear corrective lenses or are over 50, eye exams should be performed every two years or so.
  • Unknown total cholesterol level
    If you don't know your cholesterol levels, or haven't had them checked within the past five years, you should consider this simple test.
  • No recent health checkup
  • Being in your 40s
    Preventative health measures are something that many people (and their doctors) often forget. They become especially important as you grow older.
Condition: Enlarged Prostate
Likelihood 
69% 
Concern level 
  
By the age of fifty, about 30% of men will start to experience difficulties with urination related to enlargement of the prostate gland, also known as benign prostatic hypertrophy (BPH). These symptoms often lead to an increased sense of frustration and embarrassment, as well as the disruption of normal activities.

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Main recommendations: Zinc  -  Natural Progesterone (web)  -  Essential Fatty Acids  -  Saw Palmetto (web)
 
Enlarged Prostate is suggested partly by:
  • Constipation
    Chronic constipation has been implicated as a contributing factor to prostatic discomfort when there is an already enlarged gland. A correction of the constipation will bring some relief of symptoms since the rectum puts pressure on the prostate gland when it is enlarged. In addition, there is a buildup of waste products in the circulation with chronic constipation. This will indirectly have an effect on the function of the prostate.
  • Increased Urinary Frequency (web)
    Increases in the number of times a man has to visit the bathroom along with a frequent sensation of having to urinate - especially at night - are among some of the early signs. In addition, a reduction in the force and caliber of urination is also characteristic of prostatic enlargement.
  • Nocturia (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • Being in your 40s
    Nearly 60% of men between the ages of 40 and 59 have an enlarged prostate gland. Problems associated with this condition usually continue to worsen with age, increasing in incidence to over 50% of males by the age of sixty, and up to almost 80% past age seventy. Most physicians consider this to be a normal consequence of aging.
  • Weak urine stream
    A reduction in the force and caliber of urination is characteristic of prostatic enlargement.
  • Interrupted urine stream
Condition: Environmental Illness / MCS
Likelihood 
91% 
Concern level 
  
Alternative Names: Multiple Chemical Sensitivity / MCS, Environmental Illness, Ecological Illness, Total Allergy Syndrome, Multiple Allergy, Chemical Injury, Chemical Sensitivity.

Chemical sensitivity disorder or Multiple Chemical Sensitivity (MCS) is defined as "an acquired disorder characterized by recurrent symptoms, referable to multiple organ systems, occurring in response to exposure to many chemically unrelated compounds at doses below those established in the general population to cause harmful effects."

Most of us need little convincing that our urban environments are polluted. The belief that the food chain is contaminated with toxic chemicals is universal and readily validated. The exact number of persons suffering from chemical sensitivity is unclear, but the rise in immune and nervous system disorders indicates that this problem is becoming more common, and somewhat more widely recognized.

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Main recommendations: Sauna Detoxification Program (web)  -  Chemical Avoidance (web)  -  Selenium Allergy Protocol (web)  -  Liver Detoxification Phase II Support (web)
 
Environmental Illness / MCS is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • High chemical sensitivity
  • High cigarette smoke sensitivity
  • Meal-related bloating
  • Having trouble concentrating
  • Irritability
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Constant fatigue
    Daytime grogginess is a possible symptom of environmental illness.
  • Strong appetite
  • Heart racing/palpitations
    Heart palpitations and dysrhythmias can be caused by chemical exposures in sensitized individuals.
Increased Risk of Osteoporosis - Osteopenia
Likelihood 
51% 
Concern level 
  
"The silent crippler", as osteoporosis is often called, sneaks up on its victims and, without any pain, gradually causes bones to become more porous and fragile. One day you grab your coat and your wrist snaps; or a friend hugs you and cracks your rib; or you step off a curb and break your hip...

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Main recommendations: Plant-Based Nutrition  -  Sugars Avoidance / Reduction  -  Continued Dairy Products Avoidance  -  Continued Aerobic Exercise (web)
 
Increased Risk of Osteoporosis - Osteopenia is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Having poor posture
    Stooped posture is an early sign of bone loss.
  • Caffeinated soda consumption
    Regular consumption of caffeinated carbonated beverages has been associated with increased risk of bone fracture both earlier and later in life, yet the contributions of the individual components of these beverages to calcium loss is unclear. The per capita consumption of carbonated beverages has risen dramatically, making them the preferred beverage of women 20-40 years old, many of whom already have an inadequate daily intake of calcium.

    The effect of caffeinated and noncaffeinated beverages on urinary calcium excretion was measured in a group of 30 women with an average age of 31 years. The subjects habitually drank from two to seven 12-ounce cans of carbonated beverages daily; 27 drank predominantly colas.

    Though the caffeine in the drinks was primarily responsible for excess calcium excretion, previous studies of the effect of caffeine have shown a compensatory drop in calcium excretion over the 24-hour period following ingestion. The fact that the small calcium loss from carbonated beverages was offset by reduced excretion later in the day, and the habituation of the subjects to frequent consumption, lead the authors to conclude that the main cause of calcium loss from carbonated beverages was their lack of nutrients needed for bone health. [Heaney, Rafferty; Am. J of Clin. Nutr., August 2001]
  • Low alcohol consumption
    Alcohol interferes with the body's absorption of calcium.
Condition: Hydrochloric Acid Deficiency
Likelihood 
67% 
Concern level 
  
Hydrochloric acid (HCl) insufficiency can be complete (achlorhydria) or partial (hypochlorhydria) and intermittent. HCl plays an important part in the first digestive step, which if not completed properly can result in digestive problems all the way through the digestive tract.

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Main recommendations: Hydrochloric Acid (Trial)  -  Digestive Enzyme (Trial) (web)  -  Folic Acid (web)  -  Cayenne Pepper (web)
 
Hydrochloric Acid Deficiency is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Delayed gastric emptying
  • Meal-related bloating
  • Offensive-smelling stool
  • Adult acne
  • General flatulence
  • Drowsiness after meals
  • Eczema
Condition: Digestive Enzyme Need
Likelihood 
67% 
Concern level 
  
Enzymes are essential chemicals that are the foundation of human bodily functions. They are catalysts (activators) in the chemical reactions that are continually taking place within the body. As coenzymes, vitamins work with enzymes, thereby allowing all the activities that occur within the body to be carried out as they should.

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Main recommendations: Digestive Enzyme (Trial) (web)  -  Bromelain (web)
 
Digestive Enzyme Need is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Digestive enzyme use
  • Meal-related bloating
  • General flatulence
  • Offensive-smelling stool
  • Eczema
Condition: Low Male Testosterone Level
Likelihood 
67% 
Concern level 
  
It is possible you have a testosterone deficiency.

A 1996 study reported in the New England Journal of Medicine followed three groups of men. One group was given testosterone and prescribed a strength training program, one group was given testosterone and told not to exercise and one group was just given a training program without testosterone. It was no surprise that the group which exercised on testosterone gained the most muscle and lost the most fat, but the group which took testosterone without exercise actually had greater improvement in muscle and fat composition than the group which trained without it. You can’t build muscle without it!

Causes & Development

Some causes of low testosterone levels include congenital problems (such as deficiencies of male hormones and rare malformation syndromes) and acquired problems that include aging, chronic illness, drugs, starvation, stress, head trauma, infections, cancers, surgeries, alcoholism, removal of or trauma to the testicles, and infection or twisting of the testicles in their sac. In addition, certain drugs compete with testosterone in the body.

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Main recommendations: Test for Hormones (web)  -  Testosterone Levels, Test (web)  -  Tribulus (web)  -  DIM (di-indolmethane)/I3C (Indole-3-Carbinol) (web)
 
Low Male Testosterone Level is suggested partly by:
  • Depression
    Depression can be caused by low levels of certain hormones, including testosterone.
  • Andropause/Male Menopause (web)
  • Increased Risk of Osteoporosis - Osteopenia
    Some 30% of men with spinal osteoporosis have long-standing testosterone deficiency, and one-third of men with testosterone deficiency have subnormal bone density that puts them at risk of fractures.
  • Low Sex Drive (web)
  • Increased Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    Researchers at Columbia University Medical School studied 55 men undergoing X-ray exams of their arteries and found that those with a lower testosterone level had higher degrees of heart disease (blockage of the coronary arteries). This study also found that the protective HDL cholesterol levels were higher in men with higher testosterone levels.

    Low testosterone is linked to hypertension, obesity, atherosclerosis and increased waist-to-hip ratio - all of these being heart attack risk factors. Administration of testosterone to men has been reported to decrease the risk factors for heart attack.
  • Increased Risk of Atherosclerosis
    Researchers at Columbia University Medical School found that serum testosterone levels were about 90ng/dl lower in patients who had suffered myocardial infarctions (MI) than in those who had not. These results suggest that low testosterone levels predispose men to MI and are lower in men with severe coronary artery atherosclerotic disease than in controls.

...and partly by the following:
  • A high-stress lifestyle
  • Impatient/hostile disposition

Low Male Testosterone Level is contra-indicated by the following:
  • High energy/stamina
  • Being highly motivated
Condition: Autoimmune Tendency
Likelihood 
49% 
Concern level 
  
There appear to be some issues which seem to come up more frequently in those with autoimmune disorders. Investigation of these areas and appropriate follow up may reduce the tendency toward these types of conditions and produce a general benefit. This is especially important when multiple autoimmune conditions exist in the same person.

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Main recommendations: Therapeutic Fasting (web)  -  Continued Dairy Products Avoidance  -  Gluten-free Diet (web)  -  Hydrochloric Acid (Trial)
 
Autoimmune Tendency is suggested partly by:
Condition: Dyspepsia / Poor Digestion
Likelihood 
63% 
Concern level 
  
This is a vague problem that is functional in nature and usually not due to an underlying structural cause. Belching, distension and abdominal sounds often occur in association with abdominal or epigastric pain. Dietary factors are often important in reducing symptoms; because similar symptoms may be due to more serious conditions, it is important to have an accurate diagnosis.

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Main recommendations: Therapeutic Fasting (web)  -  Hydrochloric Acid (Trial)  -  Cayenne Pepper (web)
 
Dyspepsia / Poor Digestion is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Meal-related bloating
  • Undigested food in stools
  • Greasy food intolerance
  • General flatulence
  • Reduced desire for breakfast
  • Anal itching at night
  • Being lactose intolerant
  • Unexplained nausea
  • Brittle fingernails
Condition: Gastric/Peptic/Duodenal Ulcers
Likelihood 
61% 
Concern level 
  
A peptic ulcer is a hole in the gut lining of the stomach, duodenum, or esophagus. A peptic ulcer of the stomach is called a gastric ulcer; of the duodenum, a duodenal ulcer; and of the esophagus, an esophageal ulcer. An ulcer occurs when the lining of these organs, normally protected by a thick mucous layer, is corroded by the acidic digestive juices which are secreted by the stomach cells. Peptic ulcer disease is common, affecting millions of Americans yearly.

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Main recommendations: Glutamine  -  Increased Water Consumption  -  Sugars Avoidance / Reduction  -  Antibiotics (web)
 
Gastric/Peptic/Duodenal Ulcers is suggested partly by:
  • Stress
    In general the duodenum isn’t as well protected with mucus as is the stomach and is more prone to ulcers. A deficiency of pancreatic juices to neutralize the acid chyme from the stomach, or stress causing sympathetic inhibition of enzyme secretion can lead to duodenal ulcer formation.
  • Heartburn / GERD / Acid Reflux (see evidence)
    There is a relatively high prevalence of GERD amongst patients with duodenal or gastric ulcers. Persistent dyspepsia/heartburn symptoms after eradication of H. pylori and ulcer resolution might suggest the treatment of GERD as a separate entity. [Am J Gastroenterol 2000;95: pp.101-105]
  • Gastritis (web)
    Severe inflammation of the stomach lining (gastritis) can result in ulceration.
  • Less likely possibilities: Bad Breath (Halitosis) (web)  -  Atrophic Gastritis (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • Epigastric pain
    Most patients with ulcers complain of pain or discomfort that is located in the upper part of the stomach, often in the area immediately below or around the lower part of the breast bone. This is called epigastric pain. Symptoms may be associated with meals, or occur in-between meals, or sometimes even occur at night to the point where one can be woken up from sleep. This pain may be relieved by meals also.
  • Some aspirin use
    Inflammation may be caused by aspirin and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications (NSAIDs).
  • Pain between shoulder blades
    'Ruptured' gastric ulcers which have gone through the stomach wall can cause a sharp pain which sometimes can be described as a pain felt in the region between the shoulder blades.
  • Dizziness when standing up
    Patients with a bleeding ulcer may report a sense of passing out upon standing called orthostatic syncope.
  • Being in your 40s
Condition: Zinc Requirement
Likelihood 
82% 
Concern level 
  
Zinc is a little different from some of the other well-known minerals. Whilst some of these have a well-known, identifiable function familiar to us, such as calcium for bone strength and iron for healthy red blood cells, zinc has no single clear action but instead performs a number of important functions in the body. This is because zinc is an essential component of around 200 enzymes that are involved in a range of actions within the body.

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Main recommendations: Zinc  -  Test Zinc Levels (web)  -  Continued Caffeine/Coffee Avoidance  -  Digestive Enzyme (Trial) (web)
 
Zinc Requirement is suggested partly by:
  • Canker Sores (Aphthous Ulcers) (see evidence)
    Tissue damaged by canker sores has demonstrated an enhanced recovery rate with adequate zinc intake. Total prevention or reduced frequency also occurs when zinc is supplemented in those with zinc deficiency.
  • Stress
    Levels of zinc and other trace minerals were determined in 66 men before and after a five-day period of sustained physical and psychological stress. Zinc levels decreased by 33% on average.
  • Depression
  • Low Male Testosterone Level
    (This relationship of testosterone levels to zinc status does not apply to women.)

    Studies support the use of zinc supplementation in the treatment of low sperm count especially in the presence of low testosterone levels. Both sperm count and testosterone levels rose in men with initially low testosterone levels. Zinc status should be evaluated in men with decreased serum testosterone levels. [Nutrition Report, September-October, 1996;14(7): p.52]
  • Weakened Immune System (see evidence)
    Zinc deficiency weakens the immune system.
  • Iodine Requirement (web)
    Low zinc intakes exacerbate the effect of low iodine intake.
  • Pyroluria (web)
    Pyroluria is caused by an overproduction of kryptopyrrole during hemoglobin synthesis, which chemically combines with vitamin B6 and zinc, resulting in their excretion and a deficiency of both of these essential nutrients.
  • Less likely possibilities: Male Hair Loss (web)  -  Rheumatoid Arthritis (web)  -  Atrophic Gastritis (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • Hangnails
  • Being a light sleeper
  • Weak sexual desire
  • Darker/redder skin color
    Darkening of the skin all over the body is a symptom of zinc deficiency.
  • Adult acne
Condition: Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
(Less likely, but wise to rule out)
Likelihood 
 19%
Concern level 
  
Lymphoma is a general term for cancers that develop in the lymphatic system. Hodgkin's disease is one type of lymphoma, and all other lymphomas are grouped together and called non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. Lymphomas account for about 5% of all cases of cancer in the U.S.

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Main recommendations: Selenium  -  Plant-Based Nutrition  -  LDN - Low Dose Naltrexone (web)  -  Continued Caffeine/Coffee Avoidance
 
Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma is suggested partly by:
  • Gluten Sensitivity / Celiac Disease
    Gluten sensitivity predisposes patients to the eventual development of lymphoma. If this relationship is re-stated as "cereal grains cause cancer" the implications are more easily understood. In addition, the incidence of undiagnosed celiac disease is higher among those with small-bowel lymphoma [Eur J Gastroenterol Hepatol 2000;12: pp.645-8]. There is evidence that strict adherence to a gluten-free diet will reduce the incidence of lymphoma.
  • Weakened Immune System (see evidence)
    Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma is more common among people with inherited immune deficiencies, autoimmune diseases, or HIV/AIDS, and among people taking immunosuppressant drugs following organ transplants.
  • Night Sweats (web)
  • Less likely possibilities: Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • Itchy skin
  • Occasional unexplained fevers
  • Caucasian ethnicity
    Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma occurs more frequently in whites than in African-Americans.
  • Being male
    It is more common in men than in women.
  • Abdominal discomfort
  • Being in your 40s
    The likelihood of getting non-Hodgkin's lymphoma increases with age.
  • Constant fatigue
Condition: Chronic Renal Insufficiency
(Less likely, but wise to rule out)
Likelihood 
 19%
Concern level 
  
Alternative Names: Chronic Kidney Disease, CKD.

Unlike acute renal failure with its sudden (but reversible) failure of kidney function, chronic renal failure is slowly progressive. It most often results from some disease that causes gradual destruction of the kidneys and can range from mild dysfunction to severe kidney failure; progression may continue to end-stage renal disease (ESRD). Chronic renal failure usually occurs over a number of years as the internal structures of the kidney are slowly destroyed.

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Main recommendations: Plant-Based Nutrition  -  Essential Fatty Acids  -  Vitamin E  -  Baking Soda (web)
 
Chronic Renal Insufficiency is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Itchy skin
  • Constant fatigue
Increased Risk of Colon Cancer
(Less likely, but wise to rule out)
Likelihood 
 18%
Concern level 
  
The colon's importance seems often to be glossed over and patronized by today's mainstream approach, in which the colon is thought of simply as the body's sewer, without regard for its many critical, dynamic biologic functions. Consequently, rates of death from colon cancer are at an all time high in our country's history. Colon cancer is now the third most common cancer in the U.S.

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Main recommendations: High/Increased Fiber Diet  -  Low/Decreased Fat Diet (web)  -  Selenium  -  Plant-Based Nutrition
 
Increased Risk of Colon Cancer is suggested partly by:
  • Bacterial Dysbiosis
    A putrefaction dysbiosis is accompanied by an increase in fecal concentrations of various bacterial enzymes which metabolize bile acids to tumor promoters.
  • Inadequate Fiber Intake (web)
    Low fiber intakes have been strongly linked to an increased risk for developing colon cancer.
  • Vitamin D Requirement (see evidence)
    British Medical Journal, January 2010: Those with a higher level of vitamin D in their blood are less likely to develop bowel cancer than those with low levels. A study has concluded that those with the highest levels of the vitamin were at 40% lower risk of developing the disease compared with those with the lowest levels. Researchers at the International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) in Lyon, France, and Imperial College London looked at vitamin D quantities in 1,248 people with bowel cancer and 1,248 controls in the largest ever study of the subject.

...and partly by the following:
  • Consuming grilled meats
    You can increase your cancer risk by eating too much grilled red meat or chicken or even meat pan-fried at a very high temperature. Meat or chicken that is well-done or burnt appears to be the most problematic. The worrisome chemicals created by grilling meats are called heterocyclic amines (HAs). They form during grilling, broiling, or even searing meat in a very hot frying pan - when the very high temperatures break down the amino acid creatinine. There is also some concern that fats from the meat dripping onto coals create additional chemicals in smoke that may land back on the meat.

    It is tragically ironic that after McDonald’s CEO apparently dropped dead of a heart attack in 2004, their new CEO was in the operating room with colo-rectal cancer only 16 days later, and died in January of 2005.

    A study of 276 patients with colon cancer links well-done red meat colon cancer. [Carcinogenesis (Vol. 22, No. 10: pp.1681-84)]
  • Family history of colorectal cancer
  • Bowel movement changes
    See the link between rectal bleeding and colon cancer.
Condition: Pneumonia
(Less likely, but wise to rule out)
Likelihood 
 27%
Concern level 
  
Pneumonia is infection of the lungs. The infection is in the lung tissue and the tiny air sacs in the lungs where the blood receives oxygen from air that is breathed in. It is extremely common and can range from a mild illness to a fatal one, especially if the patient is already sick or in hospital.

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Main recommendations: Conventional Drug Use (web)  -  Bromelain (web)  -  Bacteria / Pathogen Testing by PCR (web)  -  Cayenne Pepper (web)
 
Pneumonia is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Chest pain when breathing
    The pain of lobar pneumonia often begins as a general sense of pressure and aching, usually localized to one side of the chest. The pain begins around the time of the chills heralding the onset of the infection. Later, as the process affects the pleura (tissues around the lung), pleuritic pain develops. Patients with atypical pneumonia or bronchopneumonia may complain of a central burning sensation provoked by coughing.
Condition: Diabetes Type II
(Less likely, but wise to rule out)
Likelihood 
 27%
Concern level 
  
There are two major types of diabetes:
  • TYPE 1. Juvenile diabetes or insulin-dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) is an autoimmune-related disease, usually striking between the ages of 5 and 20 years, in which patients do not produce enough insulin.
  • TYPE 2. Adult onset or non-insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (NIDDM) represents 90-95% of all diabetes, and is caused by a combination of insulin resistance (loss of sensitivity to insulin) and a relative insulin deficiency. Physical health is key to this syndrome - 80% of sufferers are overweight and physically inactive. This was once thought to be a middle-aged disease, but since childhood obesity has been on the rise, cases of Type 2 diabetes are being diagnosed at every age. The majority of Type 2 diabetics are still over 55.
A newer classification, Type 1.5, is discussed elsewhere.

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Main recommendations: Sugars Avoidance / Reduction  -  Plant-Based Nutrition  -  Continued Aerobic Exercise (web)  -  Continued Processed Foods Avoidance
 
Diabetes Type II is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Vision disturbances
    High blood sugar can cause two problems which affect vision, namely blurred vision and retinopathy - a disease of the back of the eye. Blurred vision is one of the first signs of elevated blood sugar. The shape and size of the lens in your eye changes when your blood sugar fluctuates. This swelling of the lens can cause blurred vision.

    If you notice blurred vision, you should have your blood sugar checked. The acceptable range for fasting glucose is 80-110mg. If your blood sugar is substantially higher or lower than the acceptable range, contact your doctor. When your blood sugar is controlled, your vision will return to its previous state.
  • Constant fatigue

Diabetes Type II is contra-indicated by the following:
  • High legume consumption
    A study of 9,600 Americans found that those who ate plenty of legumes were less likely to be diagnosed with diabetes. Legumes are rich in soluble fiber, which has been shown to help improve insulin resistance, the study authors note. [Archives of Internal Medicine 2001;161: pp.2573-8].
  • Confirmed absence of diabetes
Increased Risk of Kidney Disease
(Less likely, but wise to rule out)
Likelihood 
 25%
Concern level 
  
If in doubt, have a doctor make sure that your kidneys are functioning properly.

There are many types of kidney disease, most of which are potentially serious. Whether you get kidney disease is mostly due to bad luck, but whether it progresses to end-stage kidney failure does depend largely on what is done about it.

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Main recommendations: Hydrangea (web)  -  Goldenrod (web)  -  Gravel Root (web)  -  Parsley (web)
 
Increased Risk of Kidney Disease is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Itchy skin
    Excessively dry, persistently itchy skin is a possible symptom of kidney disease.
  • Pain medication use
    Some non-prescription medications - especially painkillers - can potentially cause damage to the kidneys. This includes traditional Chinese 'herbal' medications.
  • Pain at side(s) of abdomen
  • Constant fatigue
Recommendations For Significant Ayurvedic Dosha - Pitta Dominance  
People who have a dominant Pitta constitution typically have a moderate body size and level of physical activity. They are strong-willed and ambitious. They may become short-tempered, irritable and aggressive when under stress. They are believed to be more prone to skin problems, such as sunburn and other skin irritations, particularly in summer because they are not tolerant of heat and sun.

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Main recommendations: Pitta Balancing (web)
 
Ayurvedic Dosha - Pitta Dominance is indicated mainly by the following:
  • Having hard stools
  • Being normal weight
  • Low level of tolerance
  • Paying attention to detail
  • Being stubborn
  • Average mental clarity
  • Warm skin
  • Darker/redder skin color
  • Strong appetite
  • Impatient/hostile disposition
Recommendations For Positive Constitutional Temperature  
You have a mildly Hot Constitutional Temperature. Some of the following suggestions may contradict others given elsewhere in this report. If so, you must decide which are the most important. Experimenting, if necessary, can be instructive.

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Constitutional Temperature is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Very good aerobic exercise level
  • Frequent difficulty falling asleep
  • Being highly motivated
  • Unsound sleep
  • Dark urine color
  • Moodiness

Constitutional Temperature is contra-indicated by the following:
  • Dizziness when standing up
  • Cold hands and/or feet
  • Being infrequently thirsty
  • Slowed pulse rate
  • Energy boosted by carbohydrates
Recommendations For Balanced Lipo-Oxidative Type  
Having a "Balanced Lipo-Oxidative Type" means that no action is necessary in this area.

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Main recommendations: Zinc  -  Boron (web)
 
Lipo-Oxidative Type is indicated mainly by the following:
  • Slowed pulse rate
  • Being a light sleeper

Lipo-Oxidative Type is contra-indicated by the following:
  • Frequent daytime urination
Recommendations For Balanced Autonomic Nervous System Balance  
The fact that you appear to have a "Balanced Autonomic Nervous System" will be reflected in your Metabolic Dietary Type and nutrient recommendations.

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Autonomic Nervous System Balance is indicated mainly by the following:
  • Being an unsocial person
  • Frequent difficulty falling asleep
  • Being highly motivated
  • Unsound sleep
  • Confirmed heartburn
  • Delayed gastric emptying
  • History of infections
  • Strong appetite

Autonomic Nervous System Balance is contra-indicated by the following:
  • History of adult allergies
  • High eating frequency
Recommendations For Extreme Positive Carbo-Oxidative Type  
When it is said that you have a "Highly Positive Carbo-Oxidative Type", it means your cells are overly-reliant on glycolysis and beta-oxidation should be increased. This imbalance can be influenced by food and nutrient selection. The wrong ones can make symptoms worse, the right ones can bring about a better balance. Whether you are dominant in the autonomic nervous system or carbo-oxidative system will influence our food and nutrient selections for you.

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Carbo-Oxidative Type is indicated mainly by the following:
  • High eating frequency
  • Thin/weak fingernails
  • Bright facial complexion
  • Liking sour foods
  • Itchy skin
  • Negative reaction to coffee
  • Moderate sneezing
  • Dark facial coloring
  • Sensitivity to insect bites
  • Craving for salt
  • Dandruff

Carbo-Oxidative Type is contra-indicated by the following:
  • Energy boosted by carbohydrates
  • Being an unsocial person
  • Dry eyes
Recommendations For Extreme Negative Metabolic Diet Type  
Your Diet Type appears to be Extreme Protein.

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Main recommendations: Magnesium (web)  -  Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)  -  Vitamin D (web)  -  Folic Acid (web)
 
Metabolic Diet Type is indicated mainly by the following:
  • Being an unsocial person
  • Dry eyes
  • Being highly motivated
  • Energy boosted by carbohydrates
  • Frequent difficulty falling asleep
  • Unsound sleep
  • History of infections
  • Strong appetite
  • Confirmed heartburn

Metabolic Diet Type is contra-indicated by the following:
  • Dandruff
  • Sensitivity to insect bites
  • Moderate sneezing
  • Negative reaction to coffee
  • Craving for salt
  • History of adult allergies
  • Dark facial coloring
  • Itchy skin
  • Liking sour foods
  • Thin/weak fingernails
  • Bright facial complexion
  • High eating frequency


The following are recommendations that The Analyst™ suggests may do you the most overall good.  For treatment of a specific condition, see your doctor.  The web page for each condition provides a list of possibilities.

Recommendations by The Analyst™:
Recommendation: Plant-Based Nutrition Significance: Important
A vegetarian diet has been advocated by everyone from philosophers such as Plato and Nietzsche, to political leaders such as Benjamin Franklin and Gandhi, to modern pop icons such as Paul McCartney and Bob Marley. Science is also on the side of vegetarianism. A multitude of studies have proven the health benefits of a vegetarian diet to be remarkable.

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Plant-Based Nutrition is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You could be suffering from significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    Fruits and vegetables contain antioxidant substances, such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and carotenoids, which protect cells against oxidative damage, which is related to cancer risk and other health problems.[1] The multitude of phytochemicals found in various fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, and nuts are thought to protect against heart disease and cancer.[2]
    1. Jacob RA, Burri BJ. Oxidative damage and defense. Am J Clin Nutr 1996;63:985S-90S
    2. Craig WJ. Phytochemicals: guardians of our health. J Am Diet Assoc 1997;97:S199-S204
  • It appears that you have moderate Risk of Cancer, General (web)
    "35 percent of cancer deaths may be related to diet." [The National Cancer Institute booklet "Diet, Nutrition, & Cancer Prevention: A Guide to Food Choices"]

    Cancer rates for vegetarians are 25 to 50% below population averages, even after controlling for smoking, body mass index, and socioeconomic status.[1,2] Vegans show even better results. One study found that people who include generous amounts of fruits and vegetables in their daily diets have lower rates of cancers of the lung, breast, colon, bladder, stomach, mouth, larynx, esophagus, pancreas, and cervix compared to people who avoid such foods.[3]

    Fruits and vegetables contain antioxidant substances, such as vitamin C, vitamin E, and carotenoids, which protect cells against oxidative damage, which is related to cancer risk and other health problems.[4] The multitude of phytochemicals found in various fruits, vegetables, grains, legumes, and nuts are thought to protect against heart disease and cancer.[5]
    1. Chang-Claude J, Frentzel-Beyme R, Eilber U. Mortality pattern of German vegetarians after 11 years of follow-up. Epidemiology 1992;3:395-401
    2. Thorogood M, Mann J, Appleby P, McPherson K. Risk of death from cancer and ischemic heart disease in meat and non-meat eaters. Brit Med J 1994;308:1667-70
    3. Block G. Epidemiologic evidence regarding vitamin C and cancer. Am J Clin Nutr 1991;54:1310S-4S
    4. Jacob RA, Burri BJ. Oxidative damage and defense. Am J Clin Nutr 1996;63:985S-90S
    5. Craig WJ. Phytochemicals: guardians of our health. J Am Diet Assoc 1997;97:S199-S204
Risk of Cancer, General is suggested partly by:
  • Low Melatonin Level (see evidence)
    People with higher levels of melatonin might be less likely to develop cancer, and people with lower levels seem to be more likely to develop at least some forms of cancer. At pharmacological levels (5-50mg), melatonin seems to be useful in fighting active cancers. Neither of these effects are huge - a lack of melatonin does not always cause cancer, and a large dose of melatonin does not always cure cancer. However, both effects seem large enough to be important.
  • Night Sweats (web)
    Several malignancies can lead to night sweats.
  • Vitamin A Requirement (web)
    Analogues of vitamin A are known as retinoids. Numerous studies have shown that retinoid deficiency enhances the risk of cancer in humans. Retinoids are being used in humans to treat cancers (particularly skin, lung, bladder, cervical or breast) which involve epithelial tissues. Vitamin A can be used to both treat and prevent cancers and there have been a number of studies showing beta carotene's protective effects against cancer.
  • Less likely possibilities: Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma  -  Increased Risk of Colon Cancer  -  Liver Cancer (see evidence)

...and partly by the following:
  • Cancer in family members
  • Omnivorous diet
    There has long been suspicion that components of meat and dairy were absorbed intact through the human digestive tract, triggering autoimmune disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis and childhood diabetes as our bodies try to fight off these foreign substances. In October of 2003, researchers published new evidence that a substance found in lamb, pork, beef and dairy can build up in human tissues and may contribute to chronic disease.

    Taking autopsy samples, traces of a molecule called NeuGc can be found in human tissues, particularly in human tumors (especially breast cancer). Relatively high concentrations of anti-NeuGc antibodies can also be found in human blood. This mystified researchers, as human beings can not produce this substance. However, other animals can. Maybe, the researchers proposed, human beings absorb it from eating other animals.

    The researchers adopted a vegan diet for a few days to clear their system (no animal-derived ingredients in foods or drugs or shampoo), and then drank a glass of "diluted pig mucus". Within days this invading meat molecule could be found oozing from their bodies, in their saliva, urine and hair clippings.

    They speculate that this may why meat-eaters have such higher rates of cancer and heart disease compared to vegetarians. They acknowledge it could just be the saturated fat in meat and dairy, but maybe it is also because of the incorporation of this foreign substance (plants do not produce NeuGc). The researchers found it particularly interesting that vegetarian diets seem to improve rheumatoid arthritis. Maybe this reactive alien molecule also triggers autoimmune diseases like hepatitis and arthritis.

    This article was published in the proceedings of the most prestigious scientific body in the United States. The researchers end their provocative article wondering what the long-term consequences might be of constantly challenging our immune systems in this way, and what the long-range implications are of having anti-Neu5Gc antibodies circulating throughout the bodies of meat-eaters and milk-drinkers. [Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences 100 (2003): p.12045]
  • Treated lumber exposure
  • Being in your 40s
  • You could be suffering from moderate Risk of Atherosclerosis
    A low-fat, low-cholesterol diet is recommended, as is an increase fiber (especially water-soluble fibers), fruits, vegetables, and vegetarian sources of protein.
  • It seems there is some evidence of your having Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
    A high red meat and animal fat intake is associated with an increased risk of non-Hodgkin lymphoma in older women.
  • There is a small chance that you have Chronic Renal Insufficiency
    A low protein diet is important in reducing the processing responsibilities of compromised kidneys.
  • There is a very definite possibility of your having Constipation
    A vegetarian diet is generally higher in fiber than non-vegetarian diets. Constipation amongst those on vegan and raw-food diets is extremely rare.
  • You probably have moderate Risk of Colon Cancer
    Diets high in fiber-rich foods may reduce the risk of cancers of the colon and rectum. [The National Cancer Institute booklet "Diet, Nutrition, & Cancer Prevention: A Guide to Food Choices"]
  • You have indicated that you have Allergic Rhinitis / Hay Fever
    Many of the diet and lifestyle changes recommended against allergies are a natural consequence of adhering to a more animal-free lifestyle: avoiding saturated fats (meats and dairy products), eggs, shellfish; consuming fresh fruits and vegetables (be careful of citrus in particular though), whole grains, nuts, seeds, and fresh juices; using synthetic materials such as acrylic instead of animal products such as wool.
  • You could be suffering from minor Risk of Osteoporosis - Osteopenia
    Reduce animal protein consumption. For a variety of reasons, animal protein causes severe bone deterioration.

    A study published in the January, 2001 edition of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition examined the diets of 1,035 women, particularly focusing on the protein intake from animal and vegetable products. Deborah Sellmeyer, M.D., found that animal protein increases bone loss. In her study, women with a high animal-to-vegetable protein ratio experienced an increased rate of femoral neck bone loss. A high animal-to-vegetable protein ratio was also associated with an increased risk of hip fracture. Dr. Sellmeyer states: "Sulfur-containing amino acids in protein-containing foods are metabolized to sulfuric acid. Animal foods provide predominantly acid precursors. Acidosis stimulates osteoclastic activity and inhibits osteoblast activity."

    A 1994 report in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed that when volunteers are switched from a typical American diet to a diet eliminating animal proteins, calcium losses were reduced to less than half of baseline values. [Remer T, Manz F. Estimation of the renal net acid excretion by adults consuming diets containing variable amounts of protein. Am Clin Nutr 1994;59:1356-61]
  • There exists a medium probability of your having Diabetes Type II
    (Reuters, July 27, 2006) "People who ate a low-fat vegan diet, cutting out all meat and dairy, lowered their blood sugar more and lost more weight than people on a standard American Diabetes Association diet… They lowered their cholesterol more and ended up with better kidney function, according to the report published in Diabetes Care, a journal published by the American Diabetes Association."

    Dr. Neal Barnard's team and colleagues at George Washington University, the University of Toronto and the University of North Carolina tested 99 people with type-2 diabetes, assigning them randomly to either a low-fat, low-sugar vegan diet or the standard American Diabetes Association diet. After 22 weeks on the diet, 43% of those on the vegan diet and 26% of those on the standard diet were either able to stop taking some of their drugs such as insulin or glucose-control medications, or lowered the doses. The vegan dieters lost 14 pounds (6.5 kg) on average while the diabetes association dieters lost 6.8 pounds (3.1 kg). An important level of glucose control called a1c fell on average by 1.23 points in the vegan group and by 0.38 in the group on the standard diet.
Heartburn / GERD / Acid Reflux is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Confirmed heartburn
Histadelia (Histamine High) is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Being highly motivated
    Those with elevated histamine (histadelics) tend to work compulsively.
  • Slender fingers / toes
    Histadelics often have long fingers and toes.
  • Good creativity/imagination
    Histadelics are often highly creative.
  • Excess mucus
    Histamine can cause additional mucus production.
  • Warm skin
  • Unexplained nausea

Histadelia (Histamine High) is contra-indicated by the following:
  • A lack of phobias
  • Good tolerance of heat
  • Weak sexual desire
  • Good pain tolerance
  • There appears to be a low probability that you have Lupus, SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythromatosis) (web)
    Animal-based proteins (beef and milk) seem to be the prime offenders in aggravating the symptoms of Lupus. However, certain plant-based proteins appear also to be. These include soy beans, corn, spinach and carrots. [Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology 1982;17: pp.417-24]

    Alfalfa sprouts and legumes, to a lesser extent, should also be avoided as the constituent L-canavanine causes SLE-like diseases in primates. [Acta Medica Scandinavica 1984;216: pp. 67-274] Peas and lima beans are alright to eat in this regard.

    Lupus flare-ups have also been reported after the ingestion of large amounts of foods containing psoralens (celery, celery salt, parsnips and figs).
Lupus, SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythromatosis) is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Chest pain when breathing
    Pain in the chest on deep breathing (pleurisy) is experienced by some 45% of lupus patients.
  • Constant fatigue
  • History of infections
    Lupus patients have abnormalities in their immune systems that predispose them to develop infections.
  • Occasional unexplained fevers
    A less common but more serious constitutional feature of SLE is persistent fever.
  • Aphthous ulcers
    Mouth or nose ulcers have been reported by between 12 and 30% of lupus patients, depending on the study. They most often occur in the mouth on the hard or soft palate but may also be found on the nasal septum.
  • Occasional sore throats
    Sore throat or pain on taking a deep breath may occur with a flare of lupus.
  • History of postviral syndrome
    Infections in lupus patients tend to last longer and require a longer course of treatment with antibiotics than infections in people who do not have lupus.
  • Sensitivity to bright light
    Sun or light sensitivity (photosensitivity) is experienced by 30% of sufferers.
Recommendation: Sugars Avoidance / Reduction Significance: Important
Turning to artificial sweeteners is generally not a good method of reducing sugar intake because the adverse effects of these chemicals - however much the manufacturers deny it - may be worse than any benefit in some individuals.

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Sugars Avoidance / Reduction is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • There is a very good chance that you are suffering from Hypoglycemia
    Consuming foods that contain simple sugars makes the problem worse. Avoid sweets other than fresh fruits, if tolerated. In addition, consider avoiding products that only "taste" sweet (artificially sweetened - low calorie). Even though they may contain no sugar, sending signals to your brain that something "sweet" is being consumed may have negative consequences.
  • You could be suffering from minor Risk of Osteoporosis - Osteopenia
    Avoiding factors that encourage bone loss can be as just as important as calcium intake. Diets high in refined sugar, protein, salt, caffeine, and phosphorous contained in soft drinks, all promote calcium excretion in urine.
  • It appears there is a medium probability that you are suffering from Diabetes Type II
Yeast / Candida Infection is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Intolerance of sugars
  • Coughing up yellowish curds
    If you have fungal overgrowth in your esophagus, symptoms may include pain and difficulty in swallowing. It is also possible that you may be able to cough up white curds which are probably part of these patches located in your esophagus.
  • Meal-related bloating
  • Broad-spectrum antibiotic use
    Antibiotics reduce the number of "friendly bacteria" in the intestinal tract that normally keep the Candida albicans under control.
  • Discomfort caused by mold/mustiness
  • Sugar/sweet craving
  • Tetracycline use
  • High refined sugar consumption
  • General flatulence
  • High chemical sensitivity
  • High cigarette smoke sensitivity
  • Anal itching at night
  • Mucus in stools
  • Bowel movement changes
  • Pain medication use
  • History of sinusitis
  • Unexplained nausea
  • Drowsiness after meals
  • Allergic rhinitis
Weakened Immune System is suggested partly by:
  • Stress
    Studies show that stress and depression affect the body physically and can weaken the immune system. Suppressor-T cells, also known as CD8 cells, are part of the immune system. Studies by Manuck et al in 1991 showed that psychological stressors induced cell division among CD8 cells, thereby increasing the number of CD8 cells and suppressing immune function. However, this response was only seen in those subjects who also showed high heart rate change and catecholamine change during the stressors i.e. those people who are significantly affected by stress.
  • Yeast / Candida Infection (see evidence)
    Candidiasis is more common and severe in individuals with weakened immune systems. Any condition that results in a weakened immune system can cause Candida proliferation. Common causes of immune deficiency are AIDS and cancer.
  • Low Adrenal Function / Adrenal Insufficiency
    Adrenal insufficiency can lead to a host of problems, including a weakened immune response, anxiety and panic attacks.
  • Less likely possibilities: The Effects Of Overtraining (web)  -  Rheumatoid Arthritis (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • History of infections

Weakened Immune System is contra-indicated by the following:
  • Rapid recovery from colds
Risk of Excess Sugar Consumption is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • High refined sugar consumption
  • Sugared soda consumption
    Soft drinks generally represent the single largest source of added sweeteners to our diet. They account for one-third of all calories we consume from added sweeteners, which for the average American adds up to more than 23 pounds of sugar from 47.4 gallons of soft drinks annually. An average 12 ounce can has 9-12 teaspoons of sugar, and the average teenage boy consumes 868 cans per year. This is how teens get 15 of their 34 teaspoons of sugar each day.
  • Adult acne
Recommendation: Continued Caffeine/Coffee Avoidance Significance: Recommended
Over half the population of the U.S. drinks at least two cups of coffee a day. Some 25% of coffee drinkers consume about five cups daily, and another 25% drink ten or more cups a day. Coffee is not just a beverage, it's a drug. Hundreds of thousands of law abiding citizens are physically addicted to coffee.

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Continued Caffeine/Coffee Avoidance is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You are showing signs of significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    Coffee, including decaf, contains significant amounts of Vitamin K which is an important factor for blood coagulation. People at high risk for blood clots, strokes, and heart attacks should avoid coffee and decaf for this reason.
  • There exists a high probability of Low Adrenal Function / Adrenal Insufficiency
    Caffeine raises adrenaline levels and heavy coffee consumption can lead to a state of adrenal gland exhaustion, where the adrenal glands are no longer able to adequately respond to stress by releasing enough adrenaline.
  • It appears there is a small chance that you are suffering from Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
    The consumption of coffee, tea and cola were all positively correlated with a higher risk of NHL.
  • There is overwhelming evidence of your having Hypoglycemia
    Avoid all soft drinks, coffee, tea, artificial colors and additives.
  • There appears to be a good chance of Gastric/Peptic/Duodenal Ulcers
    Since coffee stimulates gastric acid secretion, moderation in coffee consumption is often recommended.
  • You probably have minor Zinc Requirement
    Research has shown that drinking coffee causes a significant loss of several vitamins and minerals, including vitamins B and C, calcium, iron, and zinc.
Insomnia is indicated mainly by the following:
  • Frequent difficulty falling asleep
  • Unsound sleep
  • Being a light sleeper
Lack of Sleep is suggested partly by:
  • Caffeine Intoxication (web)
    It almost goes without saying that coffee decreases the quality of sleep and is one of the leading causes of sleep disturbance. Coffee drinkers are sleepier and groggier than non-coffee drinkers when they get up in the morning, causing them to depend on coffee to get them going. This grogginess may be the result of their entering caffeine withdrawal during the night, or that drinking coffee kept them from sleeping well in the first place, or both.
  • Anxiety (web)
  • Less likely possibilities: Susceptibility to Hangovers (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • Difficulty getting out of bed
  • Drowsiness
  • Being a light sleeper
  • Sleeping less than necessary
  • Short-term memory failure
  • Unsound sleep
  • Having trouble concentrating
  • Taking naps
  • There is a medium probability that you have Kidney Stones (Urolithiasis) (web)
    A study published September, 2004 in the journal Urology suggests people prone to kidney stones should limit their intake of caffeine and cut down on the amount of coffee they drink. People who consumed caffeine in amounts equal to two cups of coffee showed elevated levels of calcium in their urine, which can increase the risk of developing stones, especially for people prone to stones. "Caffeine consumption may modestly increase risk of calcium oxalate stone formation," concluded the researchers.
Kidney Stones (Urolithiasis) is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Pain at lower front of abdomen
    Kidney stones are characterized by (often extreme) pain at the site where the stone is causing irritation i.e. back and sides of the abdomen, lower front of the abdomen and groin area.
  • Pain at side(s) of abdomen
  • Insufficient water consumption
    Restricted water consumption is an important causative factor.
  • Weak urine stream
  • Moderate unexplained fevers
  • Being male
    Kidney stone disease is a little more common in males and usually in those aged between 20 and 40.
Calcium Requirement is suggested partly by:
  • Bruxism (Clenching/Grinding Teeth) (web)
    Cheraskin & Ringsdorf (1970) studied the effects of nutritional supplements on teeth grinders or clenchers. Of these, 16 took calcium, vitamin A, vitamin C, Vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid), iodine, and vitamin E. When surveyed a year later, they reported that bruxism vanished. In contrast, the 15 bruxers who only took vitamins A, C, E and iodine showed no improvement. It seemed reasonable to conclude that the active agents were calcium and pantothenic acid (vitamin B5).
  • Less likely possibilities: Male Hair Loss (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • Not consuming calcium-fortified food
  • Being in your 40s
    Those aged 19 through 50 who are not getting at least 1000mg of calcium per day through low oxalate greens, fortified foods such as orange juice, soy milk or dairy products probably have a calcium requirement.
  • Low dark leafy greens consumption
    Those aged 19 through 50 who are not getting at least 1000mg of calcium per day through low oxalate greens, fortified foods such as orange juice, soy milk or dairy products probably have a calcium requirement.
Risk of General Mineral Requirement is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • No multiple mineral use
    Modern farming techniques have led to soil mineral depletion when commercial farmers routinely replenish the soil with nitrogen and phosphates, but do little to fully replace the minerals that are being removed by plants grown in that soil. Mineral supplementation may be necessary to bring our nutritional standards back to the level of our forefathers, to insure against any nutrient dependencies any individual may have, and to make-up for our often poor choice of foods.
  • A high-stress lifestyle
    Calcification of soft tissues, especially following trauma, is common. During stress, calcium is drawn out of the bones as a result of demineralization.
  • Anal itching at night
  • Brittle fingernails
  • Heart racing/palpitations

Risk of General Mineral Requirement is contra-indicated by the following:
  • A Healthy Diet
  • You have indicated that you have Restless Leg Syndrome (web)
         See evidence under Sugars Avoidance / Reduction above.
    Regardless of which form of restless leg syndrome you may be having, it is important to avoid caffeine and sugar during the day because both of these substances will increase the intensity of restless leg syndrome.
Recommendation: High/Increased Fiber Diet Significance: Recommended
Diet is a major factor in 5 of the 10 leading causes of death: heart disease, cancer, stroke, diabetes mellitus, and atherosclerosis. These diseases account for 70% of all deaths in the United States. Over half the calories consumed in this country are from refined foods, from which the bran, germ, and oil have been removed. The average intake of fiber is only 11gm per day, compared to the daily recommended intake of 20 to 30gm. Fiber is important in the prevention of constipation, diverticulosis, colon polyps, varicose veins, hemorrhoids, appendicitis, hiatal hernia, peptic ulcer disease and probably colon cancer.

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High/Increased Fiber Diet is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You are showing signs of significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    A high-fiber diet, particularly one that is high in water-soluble fiber (such as fruit), is associated with decreased risk of both fatal and nonfatal heart attacks, probably because presence of such fiber is known to lower cholesterol. Numerous studies have linked diets rich in fiber with low levels of cholesterol. In particular, soluble fiber alters and lowers fat and cholesterol absorption in the large bowel, helping to reduce LDL, the ‘bad’ cholesterol.

    Fiber-rich foods are also good sources of phytochemicals and anti-oxidants that help to lower the risk for heart disease. Blood pressure, a major heart disease risk factor, may also be reduced by eating diet rich in fiber, further helping to reduce the risk of heart disease.

    Making positive dietary changes immediately following a heart attack is likely to decrease one’s chance of having a second heart attack. In one study, individuals began eating more vegetables and fruits, and substituted fish, nuts, and legumes for meat and eggs 24 to 48 hours after a heart attack. Six weeks later, the diet group had significantly fewer fatal and nonfatal heart attacks than a similar group that did not make these dietary changes. This trend continued for an additional six weeks.
  • You probably have moderate Risk of Cancer, General (web)
         See evidence under Plant-Based Nutrition above.
    The Canadian Cancer Society recommends a higher fiber and lower fat diet to help lower the risk of cancer, especially colon and rectal cancers. Diets high in fiber are also rich in anti-cancer compounds such as anti-oxidants and phytochemicals found in fruits, vegetables and whole grains.
  • It appears there is a great deal of evidence that you are suffering from Mercury Toxicity (Amalgam Illness)
    Sodium alginate as well as other gel-forming fibers have been shown to inhibit heavy metal uptake in the gut.
  • There is overwhelming evidence that you are suffering from Constipation
    A diet with enough fiber (20 to 35gm each day either from food or supplements) helps form a soft, bulky stool. High-fiber foods include beans, whole grains and bran cereals, fresh fruits, and vegetables such as asparagus, Brussels sprouts, cabbage and carrots. For people prone to constipation, limiting foods that have little or no fiber such as ice cream, cheese, meat, and processed foods is also important.
  • It appears that you have moderate Risk of Colon Cancer
    The Canadian Cancer Society recommends a higher fiber and lower fat diet to help lower the risk of cancer, especially colon and rectal cancers.
  • There exists a very definite possibility that you have Hypoglycemia
    Soluble fiber delays gastric emptying, slows glucose absorption, and minimizes blood glucose swings.
  • It seems there is a good chance that you are suffering from IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
    Dietary fiber may lessen IBS symptoms in many cases. High-fiber diets may cause gas and bloating, but within a few weeks these symptoms often go away as the body adjusts to the diet: IBS can be treated in most cases simply by increasing the intake of dietary fiber and eliminating food allergies.

    The synthetic polymers methylcellulose and polycarbophil have been found to be the most effective fibers or bulk-forming laxatives for use in the treatment of Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Neither are found naturally in food sources. Methylcellulose is used as a food additive/thickener. Both are available over the counter in commercial products such as Citrucel (methylcellulose) and Fibercon (polycarbophil), among others.
  • It seems there is a marked possibility that you are suffering from Diabetes Type II
    Research has shown that fiber helps to stabilize and lower blood sugar levels. Both soluble and insoluble fibers delay the emptying of food from the stomach, slow the absorption of glucose into the bloodstream, and thus moderate insulin levels. A diet high in complex carbohydrates and fiber helps increase tissue sensitivity to insulin, and a diet high in fiber-rich foods should also help those with diabetes to lose and maintain a healthy body weight.

    Any form of fiber will be beneficial, so choose those that you most easily tolerate. When soluble fiber ferments during digestion it produces 'short chain fatty acids' that increase the metabolism of glucose and thus may add to the beneficial effects of dietary fiber on diabetes.
  • You have indicated that you have Hemorrhoids (web)
    Both soluble and insoluble fibers are important in helping to maintain regular bowel movements. Insoluble fiber prevents and manages problems like constipation and hemorrhoids by producing a larger softer stool that passes through the digestive system faster and more easily.
Hemorrhoids is suggested partly by:
  • Constipation
    The hemorrhoidal plexuses drain through veins without valves, so factors that increase the pressure inside these veins - such as straining while on the toilet - can lead to hemorrhoids.

...and partly by the following:
  • Hemorrhoids (confirmed)
  • Anal itching at night
Recommendation: Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption Significance: Recommended
According to statistics, Americans are chronically lacking in fruits and vegetables in their diet. Fruits and vegetables are vital for good health and are outstanding sources of essential vitamins and minerals. In addition they provide other dietary compounds with powerful chronic disease risk reduction potential.

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Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • Despite an overall recommendation for Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption, the fact that it seems there is a good chance that you are suffering from Yeast / Candida Infection (web) means there is a reason against this form of treatment.
         See evidence under Sugars Avoidance / Reduction above.
    Based on their clinical experience and on very preliminary research, several doctors have suggested that a number of dietary factors may promote the overgrowth of Candida. Dried fruits, which are high in sugar, have been blamed for contributing to promotion of Candida overgrowth. Sugars avoidance is a standard recommendation on any anti-candidal diet.
  • You probably have significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    A diet high in fruits appears protective against heart disease. The total number of deaths from cardiovascular disease was found to be significantly lower among men with high fruit consumption in one study. A large study of male healthcare professionals found that those men eating mostly a “prudent” diet (high in fruits, vegetables, legumes, whole grains, fish, and poultry) had a 30% lower risk of heart attacks compared to men who ate the fewest foods in the “prudent” category. A parallel study of female healthcare professionals showed a 15% reduction in cardiovascular risk when they ate a diet high in fruits and vegetables compared to the effect of a low fruit and vegetable diet.
  • You are showing signs of moderate Risk of Cancer, General (web)
         See evidence under Plant-Based Nutrition above.
    Consumption of fruits is widely accepted as lowering the risk of most common cancers except prostate cancer. Many doctors recommend that people wishing to reduce their risk of cancer eat several pieces of fruit and several portions of vegetables every day. Optimal intakes remain unknown.
  • You probably have moderate Risk of Atherosclerosis
    A diet high in fiber helps prevent coronary heart disease. Eating fruits high in the soluble fiber pectin has also been linked with reduced cholesterol levels, which protects against atherosclerosis.
  • It appears that you have moderate Risk of Colon Cancer
    The fiber of choice for prevention of colorectal cancer seems to be psyllium, pectin or guar gum. The amount of pectin in approximately two servings of fruit rich in pectin such as pears, apples, grapefruit, and oranges is 15gm. Psyllium or guar gum are obtained by supplement. The RDA of total fiber is 20-30gm. In Scotland, where the average fiber intake is 2-3gm per day, there is a very high incidence of colon cancer.

    For years, dietary fiber has been promoted by nutrition researchers and practitioners for colon cancer prevention. However, in two recent studies high-fiber diets did not decrease risks of colon cancer. The two studies are significant contributions to the literature, but they can not and do not close the discussion. If anything, they underscore the real need for further research and analysis.

    Both studies, for example, involved only short-term (four-year) adjustments to the diet. One of them involved the use of wheat bran. Colon cancer is a disease that can take decades to develop. Convincing epidemiological evidence suggests that a healthy diet has its greatest preventive effect as a lifelong commitment, not a stopgap measure. While wheat bran does not appear to provide any protective benefit, a high fruit and vegetable diet may still provide benefit in preventing colorectal cancer.

    Dr. Tim Byers, M.D., M.P.H. from the University of Colorado School of Medicine stated in the same issue of NEJM that "...observational studies around the world continue to find that the risk of colorectal cancer is lower among populations with high intakes of fruits and vegetables and that the risk changes on adoption of a different diet, but we still do not understand why." [NEJM, January 22, 1999, NEJM 342: pp.1149-55, pp.1156-62, 2000.]
  • You have indicated that you have Allergic Rhinitis / Hay Fever
    Fresh fruits and vegetables, whole grains, nuts, seeds, plenty of water and fresh juices are all recommended.
  • It seems there is a very definite possibility of your having Hypoglycemia
    Fruit contains several things that are of benefit, including a sugar (fructose) that does not cause wild glucose swings, trace minerals, and fiber which slows glucose absorption.
  • You probably have minor Risk of Osteoporosis - Osteopenia
    Studies suggest that eating just one serving of dark leafy greens or broccoli each day can cut your risk of hip fracture in half. A diet low in green leafy vegetables can be low in vitamin K. Vegetarians have on average greater bone mass than meat eaters.
  • It appears there is a reasonable likelihood that you have Diabetes Type II
    Eating carbohydrate-containing foods, including some fruits, temporarily raises blood sugar and insulin levels. On the other hand, a diet rich in the soluble fiber found in fruit may lower the risk of type 2 diabetes, despite the high carbohydrate content of most fruit.

    High-fiber supplements, such as pectin from fruit, have been found to improve glucose tolerance in some studies. A review of the research revealed that the extent to which moderate amounts of fiber help people with diabetes in the long term is still unknown, and the lack of many long-term studies has led some researchers to question the importance of fiber in improving diabetes. Nonetheless, most doctors advise people with diabetes to eat a diet high in fiber. Focus should be placed on fruits, vegetables, seeds, oats and whole-grain products.
  • It appears that you have minor Premature/Signs of Aging (web)
    If your typical meal is dominated by food that is white, brown and gray then what you are eating is probably making you old. Instead, think "color and crunch." Eat meals that are dominated by juicy, crunchy foods rich in reds, oranges, purples and greens.
Premature/Signs of Aging is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Loss of interest in activities

Premature/Signs of Aging is contra-indicated by the following:
  • Health not declining with age
  • You are showing signs of minor Risk of Excess Sugar Consumption (web)
         See evidence under Sugars Avoidance / Reduction above.
    Fruit can often be used as a natural replacement for sugar, for example raisins or dates to sweeten baked goods, bananas on cereal, or pure fruit juice to replace soft drinks and thus avoid the refined sugars within.
  • You have indicated that you have Bruising Susceptibility (web)
    Many people eat insufficient amounts of foods containing vitamin C; the disease caused by vitamin C deficiency, scurvy, causes easy bruising. While very few people actually have scurvy, even minor deficiencies of vitamin C can increase bruising. Fruits are common dietary sources of vitamin C.
Recommendation: Selenium Significance: Recommended
Selenium is an essential mineral which works closely with vitamin E. Selenium is absorbed fairly easily in the upper portion of the GI tract.

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Selenium is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • It appears that you have significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    Selenium is considered to be from 200 to 500 times more potent an antioxidant than Vitamin E. Selenium and Vitamin E are synergistic as antioxidants and inhibit or prevent the damage to tissues by free radicals which have been cited as causal factors in heart disease.
  • It appears there is a serious likelihood that you are suffering from Mercury Toxicity (Amalgam Illness)
    Selenium chelates heavy metals such as cadmium, lead, mercury and silver.
  • You probably have moderate Risk of Atherosclerosis
    Considered to be from 200 to 500 times more potent an antioxidant than vitamin E, selenium and vitamin E are synergistic as antioxidants and inhibit or prevent the damage to tissues by free radicals which have been cited as causal factors in heart disease, atherosclerosis, arthritis and aging. Dosage: 200mcg per day.
  • There is some evidence of your having Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
    In evaluating 59 patients with lymphoid malignancies such as Hodgkin's disease, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, multiple myeloma and chronic lymphocytic leukemia, it was found that serum selenium concentrations were significantly lower in patients than in controls. The lower the selenium levels were, the worse the cancer turned out to be.

    As deficient selenium levels are associated with an increased risk of cancers in general, ensuring adequate selenium intake and maximizing selenium status in the presence of an elevated cancer risk is appropriate.
  • It seems there is a medium probability that you have Hypothyroidism (web)
    Selenium and iodine are two minerals which are important in the proper functioning of the thyroid. While the importance of iodine has been known for a long time, the importance of selenium has only been discovered and explored since 1990.

    The following is a summary of the possible interactions of selenium and iodine to consider when dealing with thyroid abnormalities:
    • A selenium deficiency causes an iodine deficiency to worsen.
    • When both are deficient, giving selenium alone results in a worsening of existing hypothyroidism.
    • If iodine intake is low, selenium intake should also be kept low or the two should be supplemented together.
    • If iodine intake is high and selenium is low, the thyroid may over-produce thyroid hormone (Grave's hyperthyroidism), the thyroid can be damaged from oxidation and hypothyroidism may result (Hashimoto's thyroiditis).
    The solution to nutrient supplementation for hypothyroidism may be to take both selenium and iodine simultaneously and gradually increase the dose. A good recommendation may be to start with 100mcg of selenium and 1 kelp tablet per day and gradually work up to 400-600mcg of selenium and 2-4 tablets of kelp per day.
Hypothyroidism is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Constant fatigue
  • Fatigue that worsens during the day
  • Missing outer third of eyebrows
  • Having hard stools
  • Short-term memory failure
    Forgetfulness is a symptom of hypothyroidism.
  • Depression with anxiety
  • History of occasional dieting
  • Brittle fingernails
    Thyroid diseases may produce brittle nails or splitting of the nail bed from the nail plate.

Hypothyroidism is contra-indicated by the following:
  • Definitely normal body temperature
  • You could be suffering from minor Premature/Signs of Aging (web)
         See evidence under Increased Fruit/Vegetable Consumption above.
    Considered to be from 200 to 500 times more potent an antioxidant than vitamin E, selenium and vitamin E are synergistic as antioxidants and inhibit or prevent the damage to tissues by free radicals which have been cited as causal factors in heart disease, atherosclerosis, arthritis and aging.
Recommendation: Essential Fatty Acids Significance: Recommended
"Killer" fats are what we hear so much about recently, with large numbers of people turning to low fat diets. Little do they know, they are also decreasing their intake of the healing fats that are required for life. Improper low fat diets, useful for atherosclerosis, can kill you over the long term. Children are especially vulnerable to damage from low fat diets. To balance the one-sided view on fats, we must talk about essential fatty acids (EFAs): an adequate supply of healing fats is even more important to health than the avoidance of killer fats.

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Essential Fatty Acids is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You are showing signs of significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    Many studies have shown that higher omega-3 fatty acid intake, through fish consumption or through supplementation, can cut the rate of sudden cardiac death by nearly one-half, in both apparently healthy patients and those who have suffered a previous heart attack.

    To better understand this protective effect, Danish researchers examined the dietary patterns and individual fatty acid status of nearly 300 patients with ischemic heart disease, comparing them with specific parameters of cardiac function. They found that the patients who ate more fish had higher levels of omega-3 polyunsaturated fats in their blood cell membranes and in their fat cells. A higher level of two specific fatty acids, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) - especially within the cell membrane - was associated with higher heart rate variability in the patients. An increased heart rate variability indicates healthier pulse regulation, and appears to significantly reduce the risk of arrhythmia and cardiac death.

    Anti-inflammatory agents such as the omega-3 oils are especially useful when inflammation is present. [Circulation 2001;104(19): pp.2269-2272]
  • You have indicated that you have Chronic Inflammation
    A tendency towards chronic repeated inflammations may be resolved through prostaglandin balancing. The levels of pro-inflammatory and anti-inflammatory prostaglandins are primarily determined by the intake of essential fatty acids. A dietary deficiency of Omega-3 type fatty acids has been associated with a tendency toward chronic inflammation, which regular consumption of these oils can reduce.

    Omega-3 fatty acids such as flax oil or fish oil and the digestive aid bromelain make a useful anti-inflammatory combination. Their use can be considered together in trying to resolve any chronic inflammatory condition. While oils should be taken with food because they may cause irritation or indigestion by themselves, bromelain is best taken separately from food. If a person can not tolerate these oils on an empty stomach, then these two products should be rotated; oils with a meal, bromelain between meals. Typical doses are 1T flax oil per day or 3,000-5,000mg fish oil per day along with 125-500mg tid bromelain (3,000 mcu or 2,000 GDU/gm potency).
  • It appears there is a low probability of Chronic Renal Insufficiency
    There have been a variety of trials of omega-3 fatty acid supplementation in patients with a variety of renal disorders. These trials suggest that such therapy may be of use in the treatment of IgA nephropathy and chronic renal failure. Dietary polyunsaturated fatty acid manipulation results in an anti-inflammatory. [Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids and Renal Disease, Proceedings of the Society For Experimental Biology and Medicine, 1996;213: pp.13-23.]

    Fish oil supplementation is promising and does not produce the risks associated with corticosteroid and immunosuppressive drug use.
  • There is a great deal of evidence that you have Enlarged Prostate
    The administration of an essential fatty acid (EFA) complex containing linoleic, linolenic and arachidonic acids has resulted in significant improvement for many patients. All 19 subjects in an uncontrolled study showed diminution of residual urine, with 12 of the 19 having no residual urine by the end of several weeks of treatment. These effects appear to be due to the correction of an underlying EFA deficiency, since these patients' prostatic and seminal lipid levels and ratios are often abnormal. Gamma-linolenic acid (GLA), which is derived from evening primrose oil and borage oil, appears to be a powerful 5-alpha reductase inhibitor.
Risk of EFA (Essential Fatty Acid) Type 3 Requirement is suggested partly by:
  • Depression
    Polyunsaturated omega-3 fatty acid deficiency may contribute to depressive symptoms in alcoholism, multiple sclerosis, postpartum depression and bipolar depression. An insufficiency of omega-3 oils in the diet, especially the metabolite DHA, has been linked to depression.
  • Immune System Imbalance (TH2 Dominance) (see evidence)
  • Increased Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    Many studies have shown that higher omega-3 fatty acid intake can cut the rate of sudden cardiac death by nearly one-half, in both apparently healthy patients and those who have suffered a previous heart attack.

    To better understand this protective effect, Danish researchers examined the dietary patterns and individual fatty acid status of nearly 300 patients with ischemic heart disease, comparing them with specific parameters of cardiac function. They found that the patients who ate more fish had higher levels of omega-3 polyunsaturated fats in their blood cell membranes and in their fat cells. A higher level of two specific fatty acids, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA) - especially within the cell membrane - was associated with higher heart rate variability in the patients. An increased heart rate variability indicates healthier pulse regulation, and appears to significantly reduce the risk of arrhythmia and cardiac death.
  • Chronic / Hidden Infection (web)
  • Increased Risk of Atherosclerosis
    While there has been much emphasis on low fat diets, there are some intriguing studies that show that a low fat diet may actually increase LDLs and that it may be more important to alter the fats in the diet, decreasing saturated fats and trans fatty acids, and replacing them with poly- and mono-unsaturated fats. Hydrogenated oils are at least, if not more, atherogenic than saturated fats.
  • Less likely possibilities: Lupus, SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythromatosis) (see evidence)  -  Multiple Sclerosis (web)  -  Rheumatoid Arthritis (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • No omega-3 oil intake
  • Brittle fingernails

Risk of EFA (Essential Fatty Acid) Type 3 Requirement is contra-indicated by the following:
  • High cold water fish consumption
    More salmon for consumption are now raised in captivity than caught in the wild. These fish are fed corn meal, soy and canola oil. When the fish are fed these foods, the concentration of their fats turns far away from the ideal beneficial 3:1 omega-6 to omega-3 ratio and turns closer to the 20:1 found in commercially-raised beef. This means that salmon raised in salt water pens contain substantially less omega-3 oil than wild salmon, and can no longer be considered a good source of omega-3 essential fatty acids unless clearly identified as 'wild caught'. Also, pigments are added to the artificially-raised salmon to ensure a pink color. [Seattle Times, September 02, 2001]
EFA (Essential Fatty Acid) Requirement is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Much ear wax accumulation
  • Tightness across shoulders
  • Adult acne
  • Aspirin is effective pain reliever
  • Hydrogenated fat consumption
  • Brittle fingernails
Indoor Allergies is indicated mainly by the following:
  • History of adult allergies
  • Nasal congestion
  • Moderate sneezing
  • Discomfort caused by mold/mustiness
  • You have indicated that you have Restless Leg Syndrome (web)
         See evidence under Sugars Avoidance / Reduction above.
    If not caused by circulatory blockage, simply get more calcium and oxygen to your leg muscles by taking extra essential fatty acids, a specific form of vitamin E called Vitamin E2 (from Standard Process Labs, for example), and Calcium Lactate.
Recommendation: Increased Water Consumption Significance: Recommended
Drinking enough water is a challenge for most people. Most of us rely strictly on thirst as a reminder to drink, and a mild thirst is an easy sensation to ignore. Relying on thirst alone is usually not enough to make a sufficient difference in how much water you are consuming. Some additional measure is usually required in order to establish this new habit.

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Increased Water Consumption is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You are showing signs of significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    A Seventh Day Adventist study found that those who drank 5 glasses of water per day have on average half the cardiac mortality and half the fatal stroke rate of the general population.
  • There exists overwhelming evidence of your having Constipation
    Drinking water adds fluid to the colon and bulk to stools, making bowel movements softer and easier to pass. People who have problems with constipation should drink enough water every day, at least eight 8-ounce glasses depending on weight. Other liquids such as coffee and soft drinks contain caffeine and seem to have a dehydrating effect.
  • It appears there is a great deal of evidence of your having Gastric/Peptic/Duodenal Ulcers
    Consuming up to 12 cups of water per day can eliminate the helicobacter infection when present. Drink lots of water, golden seal tea, and flax seed tea.
  • There is a reasonable likelihood of Kidney Stones (Urolithiasis) (web)
         See evidence under Caffeine/Coffee Avoidance above.
    Prevention is very important especially in those with a high likelihood of developing this condition since the recurrence rate of stone formation is very high. Drinking a lot of water is the best preventative measure: drink enough to produce approximately 2 liters (one-half gallon) of urine per day. Adequate fluid intake helps prevent kidney stone problems by allowing most small stones to pass through.
Immune System Imbalance (TH2 Dominance) is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • High refined sugar consumption
  • Meal-related bloating
  • High chemical sensitivity
  • History of candida
  • History of adult allergies
  • Hydrogenated fat consumption
Recommendation: Vitamin E Significance: Recommended
Alternative Names: The tocopherols.

Vitamin E works alongside other antioxidant nutrients including selenium, vitamin C, beta-carotene and others to quench free radicals, peroxides and other potentially harmful substances. Vitamin E has a sparing effect on other antioxidants and vice versa.

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Vitamin E is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You could be suffering from significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    Vitamin E may protect the endothelial cells of the arteries from becoming oxidized. Free radical stress can be reduced with antioxidants such as vitamin E.

    In a study published in Epidemiology in 2002, a substantial inverse association with myocardial infarctions (MI) was found for total dietary vitamin E (assessed by food-frequency questionnaire), in a case-control study of 475 survivors of a first MI and 479 controls in Costa Rica. Dietary gamma tocopherol intake was not associated with the risk of myocardial infarction. This study again indicates that alpha tocopherol may be the preferred form of vitamin E for protection from MI. [Epidemiology 2002; 13(2): pp.216-223]

    See also: [Stephens NG, Parsons A, Schofield PM, et al. Randomized controlled trial of vitamin E in patients with coronary disease: Cambridge Heart Antioxidant Study (CHAOS). Lancet 1996; 347: pp.781-6]
  • You have indicated that you have Stress
  • There appears to be a slight possibility that you are suffering from Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
    Observational Study: Serum vitamin E concentrations were significantly lower in leukemia and lymphoma patients than in normal controls.
  • There appears to be a small likelihood of Chronic Renal Insufficiency
    Vitamin E levels, independent of dietary intake, have been found to be lower in patients with chronic renal failure. This reflects increased oxidative activity and suggests the need for antioxidants such as vitamin E. [Dietary Intake and Plasma Levels of Antioxidant Vitamins in Health and Disease: A Hospital-Based, Case-Control Study, Singh, Ram, B., M.D., et al, Journal of Nutritional & Environmental Medicine, 1995;5: pp.235-242]
  • It seems there is a fair chance of Diabetes Type II
    In a study published in the July 11, 2000 issue of Circulation, Drs. Ishwarlal Jialal and Sridevi Devaraj found that increased inflammation caused by white blood cells - monocytes - was reduced when diabetics were given 1,200 IU per day of natural vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) for three months.

    Another study showed that vitamin E (680 IU) along with vitamin C (1200mg) will reduce the albumin excretion rate in urine which reduces the risk of end stage renal disease associated with diabetes. [DiabetMe 2001;18: pp.756-760]
  • You have indicated that you have Restless Leg Syndrome (web)
         See evidence under Sugars Avoidance / Reduction above.
    400 to 800 IU per day of vitamin E has helped in cases of RLS. In one trial involving 9 patients, 7 had complete relief following supplementation, one had almost 75% relief and one had 50% relief. It may take up to three months for the full benefit to become apparent. [Calif Med 111: pp.87-91, 1969]
Recommendation: Continued Dairy Products Avoidance Significance: Useful
Whether through allergy, lactose intolerance, hormone contamination or infectious agents, the consumption of dairy products has contributed to chronic health problems in both children and adults. In some individuals, avoiding dairy products may contribute significantly to both short and long term health improvements and a sense of well being.

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Continued Dairy Products Avoidance is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • There is a very good chance of your having Constipation
    A double-blind trial found that chronic constipation among infants and problems associated with it were triggered by intolerance to cows’ milk in two-thirds of the infants studied. Symptoms disappeared in most infants when cows’ milk was removed from their diet. [N Engl J Med 1998;339: pp,1100-4]

    Dairy products are also devoid of fiber which is important in maintaining normal bowel movements.
  • There exists a good chance of your having IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
    Mycobacterium paratuberculosis (Para-T) RNA (a bacteria causing Johne’s disease in cows) was found in 100% of Crohn's disease patients, compared with 0% of controls.

    This bacteria becomes cultured in milk, and is not destroyed by pasteurization. Para-T crosses the species barrier to infect and cause disease in humans. Occasionally, the milk-borne bacteria will begin to grow in the human host, and irritable bowel syndrome and Crohn's disease results. The USDA estimates that 30% of America's dairy herds contain cows infected with Para-T.
  • You probably have minor Risk of Osteoporosis - Osteopenia
    Dairy product consumption is not an appropriate way to reduce bone loss, as it will ultimately accelerate bone loss. However, this fact is ignored by marketing experts in the milk industry who make certain that women aged 35 and over are targeted consumers for milk and dairy products.

    Harvard University's landmark Nurses' Health Study, which followed 78,000 women over a 12-year period, found that the women who consumed the most calcium from dairy foods broke more bones than those who rarely drank milk. Summarizing this study, the Lunar Osteoporosis Update (November 1997) explained: "This increased risk of hip fracture was associated with dairy calcium. If this were any agent other than milk, which has been so aggressively marketed by dairy interests, it undoubtedly would be considered a major risk factor."

    A study published in the January, 2001 edition of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition examined the diets of 1,035 women, particularly focusing on the protein intake from animal and vegetable products. Deborah Sellmeyer, M.D., found that animal protein increases bone loss. In her study, women with a high animal-to-vegetable protein ratio experienced an increased rate of femoral neck bone loss. A high animal-to-vegetable protein ratio was also associated with an increased risk of hip fracture. Dr. Sellmeyer states: "Sulfur-containing amino acids in protein-containing foods are metabolized to sulfuric acid. Animal foods provide predominantly acid precursors. Acidosis stimulates osteoclastic activity and inhibits osteoblast activity."

    Milk has been called "liquid meat". The average American eats five ounces of animal protein each day in the form of red meat and chicken, at the same time consuming nearly six times that amount (29.2 ounces) per day of milk and dairy products. How ironic it is that the dairy industry continues to promote the cause of bone disease as the cure!

    Many foods naturally contain an abundance of calcium. One must wonder why Asians traditionally did not get bone-crippling osteoporosis... that is, until they adopted the "American Diet", a diet of milk and dairy products.
  • You have indicated that you have Heartburn / GERD / Acid Reflux (web)
         See evidence under Plant-Based Nutrition above.
    Whilst drinking milk can be a 'quick fix' by neutralizing some of the acid, it also has a rebound action that eventually will encourage the scretion of more stomach acid, which causes the acid reflux.
Recommendation: Zinc Significance: Useful
Zinc is an essential trace mineral that occurs in greater amounts than any other trace mineral except iron. Its functions are varied and numerous, including synthesis of cholesterol, protein and fats, releasing vitamin A from the liver, assisting the immune system and cell growth, being required for vision, taste perception, prostrate reproductive health and insulin function, metabolizing alcohol, and protecting against copper and heavy metal toxicity such as cadmium and lead.

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Zinc is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • There is a small chance that you have Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
    It was found that the copper to zinc ratio was significantly higher in patients with lymphoma or acute and chronic leukemias compared to control subjects. A person at increased risk of one of these cancers should check blood levels of copper and zinc to rule out abnormalities and make adjustments accordingly. Since zinc and copper are antagonistic, and zinc deficiency is relatively common, supplemental zinc is often used to improve this ratio. Zinc helps block the absorption of copper and acts to remove accumulated copper from the body as well as prevent its accumulation. [Rev. Invest. Clin, Nov-Dec. 1995;47(6): pp.447-52]
  • It seems there is a definite possibility that you have IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
    A study involving zinc supplementation in inflammatory bowel disease illustrated the importance of taking adequate supplementation, but not too much. In this study, excess amounts of zinc caused tissue injury and impaired wound healing [Cario et al. 2000]. However, relative zinc deficiencies, especially in the elderly, are common in the United States [Andrews et al. 1999].
  • There is a high probability that you have Enlarged Prostate
    Zinc supplementation has a clearly documented usefulness in shrinking an enlarged prostate. Research has shown that zinc and essential fatty acids are important to help prevent prostate problems that affect men as they grow older. Many studies confirm that a lack of these two nutrients in the diet could be associated with prostate enlargement.

    Zinc has been found to inhibit the activity of 5-alpha reductase, the enzyme that irreversibly converts testosterone to dihydrotestosterone, a form which binds more avidly to the prostrate and stimulates greater growth. It also decreases prolactin secretion by the pituitary gland, thus decreasing its binding to the prostate, both of which prevent prostatic enlargement.
  • There exists a high probability that you have Gastric/Peptic/Duodenal Ulcers
    In a double-blind study on 18 patients, those taking zinc sulfate supplements had a gastric ulcer healing rate three times that of patients treated with a placebo. [The healing of gastric ulcers by zinc sulfate. Med J Aust 2(21): pp.793-6, 1975]
Recommendation: Continued Alcohol Avoidance Significance: Useful
For the average regular drinker where addiction is not a problem, continued drinking may have some health, social and psychological benefits. However, each of these seeming benefits can be achieved by other means, so if it looks like the benefits of regular alcohol consumption are balanced or outweighed by negative consequences, it is appropriate to reduce or stop drinking entirely at least for a trial period of time. If you find it especially difficult to stop, alcohol use may be more of a problem than you had thought.

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Continued Alcohol Avoidance is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • There is a very definite possibility that you are suffering from Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)
    Alcohol is useful for relaxation but unfortunately it also relaxes the throat muscles and provokes snoring and obstructive apneas. Alcohol or sedative use near bedtime may thus further depress breathing mechanisms.
  • There is a very good chance of your having Liver Detoxification / Support Requirement
    Acetaldehyde, a metabolic breakdown product of alcohol, is said to destroy vitamins B1, B6 and C. Even though supplements of these nutrients, together with the amino acid cysteine, may help the liver detoxify acetaldehyde, it would be wiser to avoid alcohol, it's primary source.
  • You probably have moderate Risk of Colon Cancer
    You should drink under one alcoholic drink a day because drinking alcohol increases your risk of colorectal cancer. Since it can have both positive and negative effects on your health, you may wish to talk to a health care professional about how alcohol may affect you.
  • There is a very high probability that you have Hypoglycemia
    Drinking alcohol can cause blood sugar to drop in some sensitive individuals. Hypoglycemia has been well documented in chronic alcoholics and binge drinkers.
  • It appears there is a definite possibility of your having Gastric/Peptic/Duodenal Ulcers
    No proven relationship exists between peptic ulcer disease and the intake of alcohol. However, since alcohol can cause gastritis, moderation in alcohol consumption is often recommended.
Recommendation: Stress Management Significance: Useful
Understanding the nature of stress, identifying the source of it and having the tools to successfully make changes are important in preventing the negative health consequences that stress will have on you.

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Stress Management is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You probably have significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    People who live in a chronically stressed-out condition are more likely to take up smoking, frequently overeat, and be far less likely to exercise. All of these stress-related behaviors have a direct effect on the development of coronary artery disease.

    It is also known that the surge in adrenaline caused by severe emotional stress causes the blood to clot more readily (a major factor in heart attacks) and that the stress of performing difficult arithmetic problems can constrict the coronary arteries in such a way that blood flow to the heart muscle is reduced. Stress increases homocysteine levels, a known risk factor for coronary artery disease.
  • You have indicated that you have Stress
  • It appears that you have moderate Risk of Atherosclerosis
    Cardiovascular risk factors that most highly predicted carotid artery wall thickness scores were holding anger in, being self-aware and having hostile attitudes.
  • There appears to be a definite possibility that you are suffering from IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
    Stress stimulates colonic spasm in people with IBS. Stress reduction (relaxation) training or counseling and support help relieve IBS symptoms in some people.
  • You have indicated that you have Poor Memory (web)
    A calm environment can influence memory dramatically. A poor memory is often related to doing too many things at once. Try to avoid a hectic lifestyle. Turn off the television and radio when doing something else. Free the mind daily with a walk. Get sufficient rest and sleep. Use pen and paper to write things down, preferably in a book you can always keep with you.
Poor Memory is indicated mainly by the following:
  • Short-term memory failure
  • Long-term memory failure
Recommendation: Test for Cardiac Risk Factors Significance: Useful
If you are at increased or uncertain cardiovascular risk, there are many additional tests beyond the basic cholesterol levels and stress EKGs that can predict the likelihood of a heart attack or stroke.

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Test for Cardiac Risk Factors is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • There appears to be overwhelming evidence that you have Need For Routine Preventative Health Measures
    An electrocardiogram is recommended every three to five years after the age of 50, or after 30 if at high risk for heart attacks.
Recommendation: Animal/Saturated Fats Avoidance Significance: Useful
Saturated fat raises blood cholesterol more than anything else in the diet. This type of fat is found in large quantities of animal products, including fatty meats, cold cuts, poultry skin, cheeses, butter, shortening, chocolate and coconut.

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Animal/Saturated Fats Avoidance is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • It appears that you have significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    Where heart disease is concerned, animal fats are generally considered unhealthy due to their association with high cholesterol levels in the blood.
  • It appears that you have moderate Risk of Colon Cancer
    Eat no more than 2-3 servings of red meat per week - the less red meat you eat, the better. Choose chicken, fish, or vegetarian alternatives such as beans instead.
  • You have indicated that you have Allergic Rhinitis / Hay Fever
    Do not eat foods that trigger your allergies: eat fewer foods and additives that are likely to cause inflammation and allergic reactions, such as saturated fats (meats and dairy products), refined foods, eggs, citrus, bananas, chocolate, peanuts, shellfish, food coloring, preservatives, caffeine, alcohol, tobacco, and sugar.
Recommendation: Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) Significance: Useful
Alternative Names: Pyridoxine, or Pyridoxine HCL.

Vitamin B6 is an antioxidant nutrient that helps the body inhibit the formation of damaging free radicals. Excess homocysteine causes atherosclerosis (thickening and hardening of the artery walls) and an adequate supply of Vitamin B6 will prevent the accumulation of this toxic metabolite. B6 deficiency can weaken the heart muscle and raise serum cholesterol levels.

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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You could be suffering from significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    It is estimated that individuals with low vitamin B6 levels have a five times greater risk of suffering a heart attack than individuals with higher B6 levels.
  • You have indicated that you have Allergic Rhinitis / Hay Fever
    One older study reported that L-tyrosine (200mg), vitamin B6 (2.5mg) and niacinamide (10mg) when given in combination for the treatment of hay fever, hives, allergic headaches and poison oak dermatitis produced significant symptomatic relief when 1-3 tablets were taken four times/day in milder cases and up to 6 tablets 4-6 times/day in more severe cases. In some cases characterized by more chronic disorders, such as chronic sinusitis, a worsening of symptoms often occurred during the first few days of treatment. This study found that treatment with each the nutrients individually, or with any two in combination, was ineffective. (Widmann RR, Keye JD Epinephrine precursors an control of allergy. Northwest Med 1952:51:588-590.)
  • You have indicated that you have Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) (web)
    A study found plasma pyridoxal-5-phosphate (active vitamin B6) levels were about 48% lower in depressed patients than in controls, a statistically significant finding. 57% of depressed patients, but none of the controls, were B6-deficient. When B6 nutriture was evaluated by enzyme stimulation testing (a more sensitive method), all the depressed patients and none of the controls were deficient. [Russ CS et al. Vitamin B6 status of depressed and obsessive-compulsive patients. Nutr Rep Int 27( 4): pp.867-73, 1983]
Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) is indicated mainly by the following:
  • Obsessive compulsive disorder (confirmed)
  • There exists a reasonable likelihood of Kidney Stones (Urolithiasis) (web)
         See evidence under Caffeine/Coffee Avoidance above.
    Vitamin B6 deficiency leads to an increase in kidney stones as a result of elevated urinary oxalate levels. Vitamin B6 supplementation inhibits the production of oxalate in the body and can reduce elevated urinary oxalate in some stone formers who are not necessarily B6 deficient.
  • There appears to be a small chance that you are suffering from Lupus, SLE (Systemic Lupus Erythromatosis) (web)
         See evidence under Plant-Based Nutrition above.
    Vitamin B6 at a dosage of 500mg tid causes some patients to feel better. Side effects such as pain, numbness and weakness in the limbs are a possibility at this dose. If found to be beneficial, supplementation may need to be long term or permanent.
Recommendation: TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine) Significance: Useful
Alternative Names: Anhydrous Betaine or simply Betaine.

An extract from sugar beets, TMG is a natural polysaccharide and a good source of methyl groups that promotes healthier levels of the powerful pro-oxidant and free radical generator homocysteine. Homocysteine is a toxic end product of the metabolism (methylation) of methionine (an essential amino acid) and is now known to be a leading cause of heart and artery disease.

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TMG (Tri-methyl-glycine) is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You probably have significant Depression
    The compound 5-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), potentially produced through the demethylation of TMG, has been shown to alleviate depression.
  • It seems there is a great deal of evidence of your having Low Adrenal Function / Adrenal Insufficiency
    The adrenal gland uses nutrients such as TMG (betaine), tyrosine, vitamins B5, B6 and C to maintain function and produce its hormones.
Recommendation: Nut and Seed Consumption Significance: Useful
Nuts, in general, are the richest source of natural vitamin E and also have many fatty acids that are of benefit in a wide variety of conditions. While nuts contain fat and thus more calories than some other foods, there have not been any studies showing weight gain to result from the additional calories derived from eating nuts.

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Nut and Seed Consumption is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You could be suffering from significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    A Seventh Day Adventist study that was reported at the 2002 International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition found those that ate a serving of nuts 5 times per week had half the cardiac mortality.
  • You could be suffering from moderate Risk of Atherosclerosis
    A Seventh Day Adventist study that was reported at the 2002 International Congress on Vegetarian Nutrition found those that ate a serving of nuts 5 times per week had half the cardiac mortality.
  • It appears there is a fair amount of evidence that you are suffering from Diabetes Type II
    A recent analysis of the well-known Harvard nurses study indicated that increased nut and seed consumption is an effective way to prevent type II diabetes.
Recommendation: Glutamine Significance: Useful
Alternative Names: Glutamin.

Glutamine is the most abundant amino acid found in the human body. It was once thought to be a non-essential amino acid, but now we consider this as a "conditionally essential amino acid". That is to say that, when people are under stress such as acute and chronic illness, psychological stress, or surgery, they do not have enough glutamine in the system.

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Glutamine is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You have indicated that you have Gluten Sensitivity / Celiac Disease
    Glutamine is the preferred fuel of small intestine cells. Supplemental glutamine may promote a faster recovery time once a gluten-free diet is begun.
  • You could be suffering from moderate Risk of Cancer, General (web)
         See evidence under Plant-Based Nutrition above.
    Individuals with cancer who may be incapable of manufacturing their own supply of glutamine, may benefit from glutamine supplementats taken along with other amino acids. Recommendation: 1 scoopful (3-4gm) mixed with water 3-4 times daily; swish in mouth and swallow. Alternately 1,500-2,000mg in pills, 4 times a day. All doses taken between meals.
  • There is a great deal of evidence that you are suffering from IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome)
    The enterocytes of the small intestines are the body's largest consumers of glutamine, accounting for about 40-50% of glutamine consumption.
  • It seems there is a high probability that you have Gastric/Peptic/Duodenal Ulcers
    Preliminary studies have shown that supplements of glutamine may protect against aspirin-induced gastric lesions and enhance healing of painful peptic ulcers.

    Fresh cabbage juice has for a long time been used successfully against ulcers, probably due to its glutamine content. The amino acid glutamine works over time in doses as low as 500mg three times daily (for one month) to heal stomach and small intestine lesions. A study of ulcers found that 1600mg of glutamine per day had a 50% cure rate within 2 weeks and 92% within 4 weeks.
  • It appears there is a great deal of evidence that you have Low HGH (Human Growth Hormone) (web)
    It has been shown that growth hormone (GH) is adequately produced by the aging pituitary, but its secretion from the pituitary is down-regulated with age. Scientists have found that certain amino acids and vitamins can stimulate the natural release of GH from the pituitary in many people.

    Some amino acids have been shown to stimulate GH release, and may be found in preparations designed to increase GH release. Most of these preparations come with the recommendation that they be used just prior to muscle building exercise for maximal effect. These amino acids include L-arginine, L-lysine, L-glutamine, L-ornithine and glycine.
Low HGH (Human Growth Hormone) is suggested partly by:
  • Premature/Signs of Aging (see evidence)
  • Chronic Fatigue / Fibromyalgia Syndrome
    It has been known for 25 years that FM patients have an abnormal sleep pattern involving stages 3 and 4 of non-REM sleep. As GH is secreted predominantly during stages 3 and 4 of non-REM sleep, it was originally hypothesized that FM patients may have impaired GH secretion. IGF-1 levels are abnormally low in some fibromyalgia patients.

    In an analysis of IGF-1 levels in 500 female FM patients and 152 age matched non-FM subjects the mean IGF-1 level in the FM patients was 137 +/- 58ng/ml versus 216 +/- 86ng/ml in controls. Eighty-five percent of the FM patients had IGF-1 levels below the 50th percentile of the control population and 56% fell below the 20th percentile.
  • Low Self-Esteem (web)

...and partly by the following:
  • Being a light sleeper
Recommendation: Continued Processed Foods Avoidance Significance: Useful
The convenience of processed foods does not justify the cost to our health.

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Continued Processed Foods Avoidance is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • There is a very good chance of Hypoglycemia
    Refined carbohydrates are more readily absorbed than unrefined, and should be avoided in those with any glucose intolerance.
  • There is a medium probability that you have Diabetes Type II
    Many doctors and researchers agree that the regular consumption of tasty, mostly modern, commercially processed foods is the primary cause of adult-onset diabetes. Consuming anything sweet, regardless of its calorific content, may be sending a signal from the mouth to the brain that more insulin is needed.
Recommendation: Seeing a Doctor at Earliest Opportunity Significance: Useful
Often it is necessary to see a doctor - or several - in order uncover the cause of a troubling symptom or confirm a suspected diagnosis. Through early detection and appropriate treatment, disease progression and potential adverse consequences can often be avoided. Some conditions are life-threatening and require emergency treatment even though the danger may not be apparent to the patient.

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Seeing a Doctor at Earliest Opportunity is being recommended for the following reason(s):
Recommendation: Continued Sunlight Exposure Significance: Useful
While it is wise to avoid burning or excess tanning from solar or indoor ultraviolet radiation, it should be realized that solar UVB radiation (290-315nm wavelength) is the primary source of vitamin D for most people. Dietary sources are generally inadequate, and supplements have to be used carefully.

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Continued Sunlight Exposure is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You are showing signs of moderate Risk of Cancer, General (web)
         See evidence under Plant-Based Nutrition above.
    Staying out of the sun completely may increase your chances of developing cancer, say doctors. For years, experts have advised people to cover up in the sun to protect themselves from skin cancer. A letter in the British Medical Journal (November, 2003) from professor Cedric Garland of the University of California warns people against taking this advice to the extreme. He says that a lack of sun can reduce levels of vitamin D, which may increase the risk of cancer. Studies have suggested that vitamin D can protect against colon, breast, prostate and other cancers.
  • You have indicated that you have Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) (web)
    For more than 15 years, patients have used light therapy for the treatment of SAD either individually or under the direction of a medical practitioner. The most commonly used and studied form of light therapy involves the use of a light box that administers bright light during a particular time of day, usually in the morning but sometimes in the evening. More recently developed but less studied forms of light therapy include dawn light simulation and the use of light visors. The antidepressant effects of light therapy are thought to be mediated through the eyes, not through skin exposure.

    Combinations of the three components of light therapy (timing, intensity and duration) can affect the outcome of treatment. Long-term efficacy has not been established, and the intensity-response relationship, the optimal treatment schedule, and the long-term safety of light therapy have also not been clarified.

    Although there as been controversy about the importance of timing, studies have confirmed that, on average, morning light therapy is superior to evening light exposure. The wavelength or type of light (incandescent, fluorescent) is not as important as intensity, but white light may be superior to narrow band wavelengths. Ultraviolet wavelengths are not necessary for the antidepressant response, and should be avoided because of long term toxicity.

    Light intensity is usually expressed in "lux", a unit of luminance. As a reference, indoor lighting is usually less than 500 lux, outdoor light on a cloudy day ranges from 1,000 lux to 5,000 lux, and midday summer sunlight can reach 50,000 lux or higher. The usual dose of light therapy used in previous studies was 2,500 lux for at least one to two hours per day, but further research showed similar benefit with 30 minutes of 10,000 lux exposure. Since shorter periods of exposure are more convenient, the 10,000 lux fluorescent light box has become the clinical standard.

    Commercial light devices are now widely available in medical supply stores or through mail order. A light device should meet government electrical safety standards, have a filter for the ultraviolet wavelengths and have been tested in reputable clinical trials. Patients must maintain proper distance and positioning to ensure the correct dose of light exposure. Because of the rapid response and relapse with light therapy, patients should become involved as active participants in determining their optimal dosing of light. For example, if patients respond to early morning light exposure, but the time is inconvenient for them, they can try shifting the exposure time to afternoon or early evening. Alternatively, they can try to reduce the duration of exposure to 15 minutes for maintenance.

    Some response to light therapy generally occurs within two to four days, and measurable improvement is often seen in one week. Most patients experience rapid recurrence of symptoms after discontinuing light therapy. Longer trials have shown increasing improvement after two weeks, and further gains at three or four weeks.

    The common side effects of light therapy reported by patients in clinical trials include eye strain or visual disturbances (19%-27%), headache (13%-21%), agitation or feeling "wired" (6%-13%), nausea (7%), sweating (7%) and sedation (6%-7%). These side effects are generally mild and subside with time or by reducing the dose of light. Extreme mood shifts have also been reported as uncommon but serious side effects of light therapy.

    Light therapy should be administered under the guidance of an experienced and trained medical professional to properly diagnosed patients who have no psychotic disorder and who are not suicidal. Light therapy continues to be an investigational treatment, but with well-established benefits for users.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is indicated mainly by the following:
  • Seasonal affective disorder (confirmed)
  • Definitely normal body temperature
  • You could be suffering from minor Risk of Osteoporosis - Osteopenia
    Habits to curtail include heavy smoking, excess alcohol consumption, and limited sunshine exposure or vitamin D intake.
  • There appears to be a definite possibility that you are suffering from Low Melatonin Level (web)
    You can improve your melatonin levels by going outdoors and turning yourself toward the sun for at least 15 seconds. You do not need to keep your eyes open, but rather blink in the direction of the sun. It is best to do this during the times of day that avoid the 2 hours either side of noon, so the sun will be less intense. The most perfect times are near or at sunrise and sunset. You can increase the time you "gaze" at the sun by 10 seconds each day, with a maximum of 30 minutes per day. Then, as you drive or spend other time outdoors, eliminate the use of sunglasses. This will help your sleep cycles and your melatonin levels by eliminating the brain confusion associated with darkened rooms and eyecoverings. It has also been shown to be helpful with endocrine balances in general.
Low Melatonin Level is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Constant fatigue
  • You probably have minor Vitamin D Requirement (web)
    People should aim to get 10 to 15 minutes of exposure to direct sunlight each day when the weather allows, without sunscreen, to allow adequate synthesis of vitamin D. Most people achieve this simply by going about their daily activities. Those living at higher latitudes (further from the equator) should supplement their diets to ensure they are getting enough vitamin D, particularly during winter. A lack of sun during the winter months means that many people are deficient in this vitamin by December each year.

    In the spring and summer, light-skinned adults can make large amounts (20,000 IU) by sunbathing on both sides, without sunblock, for a few minutes (about one-third the time it takes for the skin to begin to slightly redden). Darker-skinned persons need five to 10 times longer depending on the amount of melanin pigment in the skin.

    Vitamin D production occurs within minutes and is maximized long before the skin turns red or begins to tan. One does not have to get repeated blood tests when using sun exposure to obtain vitamin D. Toxicity can not occur even with heavy and continuous sunbathing because ultraviolet light begins to degrade vitamin D after making about 20,000 IU, thus reaching a steady state.
Vitamin D Requirement is indicated mainly by the following:
  • Living at 41°-56° latitude
    The body's main source of vitamin D is sunlight, but higher latitudes mean less available sunlight - especially during the winter. At most latitudes in the United States, little or no vitamin D is made in the skin in the late fall (autumn) and early winter. In the most northern regions, the vitamin D blackout lasts for about six months. As a result, it has been estimated that up to 70% of Americans (and Europeans) may be deficient in vitamin D. Only in the last several hundred years has urbanization, industrialization, glass (UVB does not penetrate glass), excessive clothes (UVB does not penetrate clothes) and sunblock greatly lowered levels.
  • Tender calf muscles
  • Being a light sleeper
  • Absense of posterior neck tenderness
  • Unsound sleep
  • Being in your 40s
    With aging there is a reduced capacity to synthesize vitamin D from sunlight and a reduction in the kidney's ability to convert vitamin D to its biologically active form.
Recommendation: Alpha Lipoic Acid Significance: Useful
Alternative Names: Thiotic Acid or Thioctic Acid

Discovered in 1951, lipoic acid (also called alpha-lipoic acid or ALA) has long been recognized as a coenzyme that helps break down sugar for energy production during the Krebs cycle. Only recently has its therapeutic potential been realized.

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Alpha Lipoic Acid is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • There appears to be overwhelming evidence of your having Liver Detoxification / Support Requirement
    Alpha-lipoic acid has been used very successfully as a therapeutic agent in a number of conditions relating to liver disease, including alcohol-induced damage, mushroom poisoning, metal intoxification and carbon tetrachloride poisoning.
  • There is a great deal of evidence of Mercury Toxicity (Amalgam Illness)
    Sources of sulfur such as alpha lipoic acid, MSM and garlic are helpful for protection against heavy metals in general and specifically useful in mercury toxicity. Alpha lipoic acid should not be used alone, as it only mobilizes mercury with a weak bond. Without additional chelators present, such as DMPS or DMSA, the mercury may just redistribute elsewhere in the body instead of being removed.
  • You probably have moderate Risk of Atherosclerosis
    Recycles vitamins E and C when they've been used. Dosage: 50mg bid.
  • There exists a marked possibility that you have Diabetes Type II
    Numerous additional studies have indicated that ALA is useful for the treatment of diabetes mellitus. It stimulates increased glucose utilization in muscle cells and significantly reduces human insulin resistance.

    600mg of alpha lipoic acid tid was found to improve polyneuropathy symptoms in patients with type II diabetes. A maintenance dose as low as 100mg tid may be sufficient to provide benefits. [Diabet Med 1999;16; pp.1040-1043]
Recommendation: DHEA Significance: Useful
Alternative Names: Dehydroepiandosterone.

DHEA is a hormone produced by the adrenal glands. It peaks at approximately age 25 and then declines. In the prime of life (age 20 to 25), men produce about 31mg of DHEA (Dihydroendoendosterone) daily and women about 19mg daily. DHEA production slowly declines over the years and by the age of 75, DHEA production can decrease by 80-90%.

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DHEA is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • It appears that you have significant Depression
    DHEA is a plentiful adrenal steroid hormone whose quantity decreases with age and may have significant psychiatric effects. In one study, six middle-aged and elderly patients with major depression and low plasma DHEA or DHEA-S levels were openly administered DHEA (30-90mg per day for 4 weeks) in doses sufficient to achieve circulating plasma levels observed in younger healthy individuals. Depression ratings as well as aspects of memory performance significantly improved.

    One treatment-resistant patient received extended treatment with DHEA for 6 months: her depression ratings improved 48-72% and her semantic memory performance improved 63%. These measures returned to baseline after treatment ended. Improvements in depression ratings and memory performance were directly related to increases in plasma levels of DHEA and DHEA-S and to increases in their ratios with plasma cortisol levels. [Biol Psychiatry, 1997 Feb; 41:3, pp.311-8]

    Another study evaluated the efficacy of very high doses of DHEA (450mg) in the treatment of midlife-onset dysthymia. In 15 patients who completed the study, a robust effect of DHEA on mood was observed compared with placebos. 60% of the patients responded to DHEA at the end of the 6-week treatment period compared with 20% on placebo. A significant response was seen after 3 weeks of treatment on 90mg per day. The symptoms that improved most significantly were anhedonia (failure to experience pleasure), loss of energy, lack of motivation, emotional "numbness", sadness, inability to cope, and worry. [Biol Psychiatry 1999 Jun 15; 45(12): pp.1533-41]

    In a study conducted by S. S. C. Yen and associates at the University of California, San Diego, researchers found that 50mg a day of DHEA administered for 6-months restored levels of DHEA in both men and women. This DHEA replacement was associated with an increase in perceived physical and psychological well-being for both men (67%) and women (84%).

    Another study at UCSD was conducted in which researchers considered the association between levels of DHEA and depression. Nine different hormones (including DHEA) were measured in 699 older women. Out of all of these hormones, only low levels of DHEA were linked with depression.

    In studies conducted at Cambridge University in England, researchers discovered that children with major depression have abnormally low levels of DHEA accompanied by abnormally high levels of cortisol.

    University of California San Francisco At the University of California, San Francisco, DHEA was given to people with depression to determine its antidepressant effects. After 6 weeks, psychological tests indicated that about half the participants responded to DHEA therapy, with an overall enhancement of mood scores by over 30%.

    In another study conducted by the Department of Psychiatry at UCSF, DHEA was administered to six middle-aged and elderly patients with major depression. In patients who received extended treatment with DHEA for six months, depression ratings improved 48-72%.

    In a study conducted by researchers at the National Institute of Mental Health, middle-aged people with dysthymia (a chronic, low-grade depression) were given 90mg of DHEA a day for 3 weeks. This study concluded that this amount significantly alleviated the participants' depression.

    DHEA is the only hormone besides cortisol and serotonin that has consistently been linked to depression. But unlike cortisol, where high levels increase depression, high levels of DHEA actually alleviate depression.

    Researchers have different theories about how DHEA alleviates depression. DHEA and can cross the blood-brain barrier and interact with the brain directly. DHEA can affect serotonin, GABA receptors, and other brain factors. It might modulate the serotonin-signaling pathway. In addition, DHEA is the precursor for estrogen and testosterone, which also enhance mood.

    DHEA also has antistress effects that may be part of its antidepressant action. Research shows that cortisol, the stress hormone, is elevated in cases of major depression. DHEA counteracts cortisol. Calmness is also associated with higher levels of DHEA.
  • You probably have significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    A landmark study in 1986 of 242 men aged 50-79 and based on 12 years of research stated that a small supplementation of DHEA corresponded to a 48% reduction in death from heart disease and a 36% reduction in death from any cause, other than accidents. Indirect evidence does suggest that DHEA supplements might reduce the risk of heart disease, especially in men, but this is far from proven.
Liver Cancer is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Pain between shoulder blades
    Pain between the shoulder blades is an initial symptom of liver cancer, but would normally be accompanied by other symptoms such as weight loss, loss of appetite, yellowish skin color.
  • You have indicated that you have Poor Memory (web)
         See evidence under Stress Management above.
    In a study of six middle-aged and elderly patients with major depression and low plasma DHEA levels, memory performance and depression improved significantly when DHEA was supplemented sufficiently to raise their plasma DHEA to levels found in healthy younger people [Biol Psychiatry, 1997 Feb, 41:3, pp.311-8]. Other, larger studies have not supported this claim.
Recommendation: Continued Garlic Significance: Useful
If garlic had been created in the laboratory instead of by nature, it would probably be a high-priced prescription drug. Garlic has been used medicinally for at least 3,000 years, but until recently its benefits were considered little more than folklore. Medical studies have shown that garlic can lower cholesterol, prevent dangerous blood clots, protect LDL cholesterol and the endothelial lining of the arterial system against oxidation, reduce blood pressure, prevent cancer, and protect against bacterial and fungal infections.

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Continued Garlic is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You are showing signs of moderate Risk of Atherosclerosis
    A mechanism by which atherosclerotic plaque accumulates on the walls of arteries is the oxidation of LDL cholesterol. Garlic has been shown in repeated studies to protect against LDL cholesterol oxidation and oxidation in the linings of the arteries themselves. Garlic, ginger and onions all have a beneficial effect on platelet aggregation which reduces the tendency to form clots too easily, thus preventing the blockage of narrowed arteries.
Recommendation: Calming / Stretching Exercises Significance: Useful
Calming exercise or motions and controlled breathing can have dramatic stress and tension-reducing effects. Maintaining flexibility by stretching routines can enhance balance and reduce injuries. Yoga, Tai Chi, abdominal breathing and Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) are among many techniques that have been used successfully to deal with the effects of stress and generally improve health.

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Calming / Stretching Exercises is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You probably have significant Depression
    A few studies have looked at the effects of yoga breathing exercises - practiced daily for several weeks - on depression. One study showed that breathing exercises produced faster improvement than no treatment. Another study found that breathing exercises were as effective as an antidepressant drug for patients who were severely depressed, but less effective than electroconvulsive therapy (ECT).
  • You have indicated that you have Stress
    Many people who practice yoga say they experience a "freeing of the mind from mental disturbances", a "calming of the spirit", or a "steadying of the mind" with associated reduction of nervousness, irritability and confusion, depression and mental fatigue.
  • You probably have moderate Risk of Atherosclerosis
    Mind/body techniques, such as yoga, meditation, relaxation, and biofeedback show promise in increasing cardiovascular health.
  • It seems there is a good chance of your having Chronic Fatigue / Fibromyalgia Syndrome
    Studies from Texas Tech University found that the yoga postures helped increase circulation to the limbs and decreased physically related anxiety. FMS sufferers frequently complain about decreased energy, but the Tech subjects reported that the yoga exercises actually increased energy levels.
  • There exists a very good chance of Insomnia (web)
         See evidence under Caffeine/Coffee Avoidance above.
    It is claimed that the practice of yoga will benefit your sleep in three ways:
    1. The quality of your sleep will improve because of yoga's beneficial effect on the nervous system, in particular the brain. This results from certain yoga postures increasing the blood supply to the sleep center in the brain.
    2. You will need less sleep because of the improved quality of your sleep, and because yoga increases the elimination of toxins from the body. On average, for every minute you put into yoga you will need one minute less sleep.
    3. You will fall asleep in a shorter time. This is because your body and mind are more relaxed.
Calming / Stretching Exercise Need is suggested partly by:
...and partly by the following:
  • Having poor posture
  • Constant fatigue
    A British study of 71 healthy volunteers aged 21 to 76 found that a daily 30 minute program of yogic stretching and breathing exercises had an invigorating effect on mental and physical energy and mood.
  • Irritability
    Many people who practice yoga say they experience a reduction of nervousness and irritability.
  • Absense of posterior neck tenderness
Recommendation: MSM (Methyl Sulfonyl Methane) Significance: Useful
Alternative Names: Methyl Sulfonyl Methane or Methylsulfonylmethane, Methylsulfonyl-methane, or Dimethyl Sulfone.

MSM is an odorless, essentially tasteless, white crystalline breakdown product of DMSO demonstrating usefulness as a dietary supplement. Research suggests that a minimum concentration in the body may be critical to both maintain normal function and structure.

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MSM (Methyl Sulfonyl Methane) is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • It seems there is a definite possibility that you have Mercury Toxicity (Amalgam Illness)
    Mobilization AND excretion are required for mercury detoxification. Consuming foods high in sulfur such as garlic, onions, beans, and eggs or supplemental sulfur in the form of MSM can help move mercury around but it is only bound loosely and caution is advised. There have been reported cases of reversible cataract development from individuals mobilizing mercury without excreting it. Consult a qualified doctor for a detoxification protocol appropriate for you.
  • There is a very serious likelihood of Constipation
    Some patients with chronic constipation have experienced continuing relief with a daily supplement of 100-500mg of MSM. The effect appears particularly strong in those who are older.
  • There appears to be a serious likelihood of Chronic Fatigue / Fibromyalgia Syndrome
    According to Dr. Stanley Jacobs, MD, MSM can be helpful in most musculoskeletal pain and inflammation conditions, including fibromyalgia.
  • You have indicated that you have Allergic Rhinitis / Hay Fever
    Symptoms of pollen allergy may be reduced with MSM supplements. Dr. Stanley Jacobs, author of The Miracle of MSM admits that he does not understand why MSM would help relieve allergies, but he suspects that MSM blocks cell receptor sites for histamine, which triggers allergic symptoms. It is best taken in the evening, a couple of grams per day, perhaps more when the pollen count is high.
  • You have indicated that you have Problems Associated With Snoring (web)
         See evidence under Alcohol Avoidance above.
    Research at Oregon Health Sciences University on 35 subjects suffering from chronic snoring has shown that MSM in a 16% water solution administered to each nostril 15 minutes prior to sleep provided significant reduction in 80% of the subjects after 1 to 4 days of use. As a control, a saline solution was substituted for MSM in 8 of the patients who showed relief with MSM, without their knowledge. 7 of these 8 patients resumed loud snoring. This change occurred within 24 hours of the substitution. After the MSM treatment was restored, these 8 showed a significant reduction of snoring again.
Recommendation: Hydrochloric Acid (Trial) Significance: Useful
In order to confirm whether hydrochloric acid (HCl) is needed, the HCL trial is used to assess stomach digestive function by evaluating the integrity of the stomach lining and its mucous barrier. There is a correlation between a strong barrier and a strong digestive function (i.e. acid and enzyme production).

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Hydrochloric Acid (Trial) is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • There is a good chance of your having Hydrochloric Acid Deficiency
    Some people with low stomach acid have no symptoms that are obviously related, and are led to believe they are digesting properly, when they are not. An HCl trial is a safe, worthwhile, and relatively accurate way to discover if an insufficiency exists. Since the long-term administration of supplemental HCl may result in reduced stomach output of acid, administration is advised for diagnostic purposes and short-term use only. Short-term use may result in a return of normal acid production.
  • There appears to be a reasonable likelihood of your having Autoimmune Tendency
    Clinicians report that 50% of patients with autoimmune disease are also hypochlorhydric (have low stomach acid).
  • It seems there is a serious likelihood of Dyspepsia / Poor Digestion
    Upper digestive symptoms are often due to hydrochloric acid (HCl) or pancreatic insufficiency and it can be difficult to distinguish between the two. The easiest way to find out is to do both an HCl and digestive enzyme trial, one at a time. Often a doctor's assistance is helpful in conducting these trials.
Recommendation: Chlorella Significance: Useful
Chlorella pyrenoidosa, a freshwater single-celled green algae, is more popular in Japan as a regular supplement than vitamin C. An estimated 5 million Japanese use this medicinal algae every day. Chlorella's broad spectrum health benefits, amply researched by Japanese scientists, include the impressive fact that it contains 60% protein, including all the essential amino acids, and high levels of beta carotene and chlorophyll.

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Chlorella is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • There exists a high probability of your having Mercury Toxicity (Amalgam Illness)
    Using large doses of chlorella facilitates fecal mercury excretion. After the intestinal mercury burden is lowered by other means, mercury will more readily migrate into the intestine from other body tissues where chlorella will aid in its removal.
  • There is a very serious likelihood that you are suffering from Constipation
  • It appears there is a very high probability that you have Hypoglycemia
Recommendation: Ozone / Oxidative Therapy Significance: Possible
Thousands of physicians worldwide use ozone in their medical practice. Specific therapeutic applications of ozone include the treatment of vascular disease such as stroke, obstructive arteriopathy, venous insufficiency, cancer, acute and chronic viral diseases, ulcers, infected wounds, gangrenes, burns, inflammatory bowel disease such as Crohn's disease, ulcerative colitis and spinal disc problems. Ozone is also excellent for topical treatment of infections, wounds, ulcers and burns, especially those that are difficult to heal.

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Ozone / Oxidative Therapy is being recommended for the following reason(s):
  • You are showing signs of significant Risk of Coronary Disease / Heart Attack
    If infection is present, selected antibiotic therapies such as UV blood irradiation or oxidative therapies (H2O2/ozone) can reduce the risk associated with certain infections.
  • There exists a slight possibility of your having Non-Hodgkin's Lymphoma
    Ozone assists in reversing opportunist malignancies such as non-Hogkins lymphoma (especially if pulmonary) and lymphadenopathy-associated virii.
  • There exists a definite possibility that you are suffering from Gastric/Peptic/Duodenal Ulcers
    Cuban doctors are using capsules filled with ozonated oil to treat gastroduodenal ulcers, gastritis, giardia and peptic ulcers.
  • You have indicated that you have Hemorrhoids (web)
         See evidence under High/Increased Fiber Diet above.
    Capsules filled with ozonated oil and used as suppositories, or rectal insufflation of ozone gas have proven useful in treating inflamed hemorrhoids. Ozone can kill bacteria which may slow tissue healing.

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