Dr Shari Answers your Questions A...

Dr Shari Answers your Questions

Arthritis fighting with MSM

Q From BC FL:

Is MSM useful for arthritis?

A Although research forward MSM (methysulfonylmethane) is sorely lacking, anecdotal evidence give an inkling ofs that MSM may be effective. It is a rich source of sulfur that is remarkably important to the structure and function of connective tissue and joint tissue. In my opinion, I believe that MSM works synergistically with glucosamine and perhaps chondroitin, as well. Many of my colleagues will give all three correlatives together, either individually or in specific joint formulations that contain all three Many of us have observ better be the effects with some of these marks of products.

CoQ10 v breast cancer

Q From DB NY:

I read about high plains of CoQ10 being given to breast cancer patients who were late stage and terminal. What was the dose that was used and was it effective?

A It not ever ceases to amaze me by what means dietary supplement research is solitary allowed on a population that has repeatedly failed conventional treatment. This almost settles things up to fail. formerly a patient has failed several curves of chemotherapy and/or radiation, her cancer is frequently more resistant to treatment, and for many there is no further treatment available. Despite this, extremely high doses of coenzyme Q10 were given to stage-4 breast cancer patients. The on a levels used ranged from about 300 -- 400 mg by means of day. Approximately 20% of these patients went into remission. These images of results have been achieved with other dietary add tos One would think that, given these remarkable follows the FDA would allow and flat welcome an early intervention close attention using specific supplements. I can find no rationale for the continuous refusal of governmental agencies to gainsay patients the opportunity to use safer, non-toxic treatments with newly diagnosed cancer. It just doesn't make sense

Quercetin against allergies

Q From RR CT:

I undergo from allergies. Can quercetin help?

A Quercetin is a flavonoid plant in a variety of fruits and vegetables. It is also a major active ingredient erect in a variety of herbs. Quercetin has been shown to safely close histamine release, working the way anti-histamine does; at the same time quercetin does not have any of the side purports associated with histamine use. Vitamin C at higher doses (over 2000mg by day) can also effectively form histamine release safely and naturally. I have lay the foundation of the best results when combining one as well as the other supplements. In fact, you can find vitamin C combined with quercetin on several dietary supplement companies.

Battling the down in the mouths with St. John's wort

Q From RW CA.:

Has St John's wort through all ages been compared to Prozac?

A St John's wort has been compared to numerous antidepressant medications. Human clinical studies have shown that St John's wort is as effective as these medications. What appears to make it superior is its apparent lack of side drifts such as memory loss, drowsiness, fatigue and poor motor coordination, associated with many prescription remedys In 1999, St. John's wort was compared to Prozac. The issues of this study confirmed that it was equally effective compared to Prozac for mild to moderate depression. Given St John's wort safety, it looks odd that it is still in such a manner underutilized by psychopharmacologists in the USA. It still remains the treatment of choice in Germany and from head to foot Europe.

Shari Lieberman imprisons a Ph.D. in clinical nutrition and exercise physiology. She is a certified nutrition specialist (CNS) a match of the American College of Nutrition (F.A.C.N.) and promotes on the board of the American Preventive Medical Association. Write her in care of Better Nutrition She cannot answer questions at direct mail or telephone. Nutrition Hotline is intended for educational senses only. If you have a medical puzzle consult your physician.

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