Avacadoes as Food for Mothers and Young Children.

Posted on June 17, 2017 by Dr. Gary Pack

Good nutrition is of major importance to a child’s growth and development during the first 2 years of life. Dietary needs of infants (6-12 months) and toddlers (12 months to 2 years) are different from those of older children. PREPREGNANCY, PREGNANCY, and BREASTFEEDING. Foods mothers eat before and during pregnancy are important to the health […]

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Conditions: Anemia, Breastfeeding, Cancer, Childhood, Hypercholesterol, Hypertension, Infancy, Malnutrition, Neurodevelopment, Oxidation, Pregnancy, Stroke, Toddler

Supplements: Alpha-tocopherol, Antioxidants, Essential fatty acids, Fiber, Folic acid (folate), Glutathione, Iodine, Iron, Minerals, Monounsaturated fatty acids, Oleic acid, Potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin B, Vitamin B complex, Vitamin B-2 (riboflavin), Vitamin B-6 (pyridoxine), Vitamin C (ascorbic acid), Vitamin K, Vitamins, Zinc

Foods: Apple, Avocado, Banana, Cereals, Complementary diet, Fruits, Grape, Meat, Mother's milk, Salt, Sugars, Transitional diet, Vegetables

Miscellaneous: Na/K, Sodium, Supreme Court

Molecular Hydrogen as Medicine.

Posted on May 16, 2017 by Dr. Gary Pack

Antioxidants such as vitamin C* are chemicals which can neutralize the oxidants. Oxidants are chemicals which cause damage to our tissues. These oxidants may result from environmental contamination. Molecular hydrogen (H2) was once considered inactive in our cells. It has been found to be a powerful antioxidant with very few side effects. H2 enters tissues […]

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Conditions: Apoptosis, Environmental pollution, Oxidation

Supplements: Antioxidants, Glutathione, Selenium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E

Foods: Water

Miscellaneous: Bath salts, Eye drops, Gas, Molecular hydrogen

Molybdenum Deficiency.

Posted on April 7, 2017 by Dr. Gary Pack

Molybdenum (Mo) is an essential trace mineral which people must consume to be healthy. Symptoms resulting from Mo deficiency can be relieved by supplementation with Mo pills. Mo levels are high in green beans and sunflower seeds. Mo is most important to the functioning of enzymes sulfite oxidase, xanthine oxidase, and aldehyde oxidase. It is […]

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Milk Thistle, Silymarin, and Liver Protection.

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Dr. Gary Pack

The liver is important due to its role in bile production, energy production, vitamin storage, and the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Nutrients absorbed from the intestine are delivered to the liver along with the absorbed toxins (including alcohol, drugs and pharmaceuticals). This makes the liver vulnerable to damage. Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) has […]

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SAM (SAMe) and Alcoholic Liver Disease.

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Dr. Gary Pack

Alcoholism is a major cause of liver disease and death in the U.S. Among adults, 52% are “regular drinkers”. Alcoholic liver disease (ALD) includes fatty liver, alcoholic hepatitis and alcoholic cirrhosis. Epigenetic* mechanisms have been shown to play a role in ALD, and this review focuses on abnormal nutrient availability causing histone modifications which may […]

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Chelation Review.

Posted on February 24, 2017 by Dr. Gary Pack

Chelation is the formation of bonds between metals and other molecules. Chelation therapy is one way to remove the following toxic metals from the body: arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury. These metals cause chronic disease and can be removed from the body to prevent kidney disease, cardiovascular disease and neurological problems. Metals are bonded to […]

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Cadmium Toxicity and Korean Red Ginseng.

Posted on February 20, 2017 by Dr. Gary Pack

Of the 35 heavy metals in our environment, cadmium is one of the most toxic to humans. It is an environmental contaminant toxic to all living organisms. It is widely used in industry: in electric batteries, fertilizers, etc. Acute toxic doses of cadmium in humans result in damage to lungs, kidney, and especially the liver. […]

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Conditions: Apoptosis, Cadmium toxicity, Heavy metal toxicity, Immunostimulation, Liver toxicity

Supplements: Glutathione, Korean ginseng (Panax ginseng), Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra), Milk thistle (Silybum marianum)

Miscellaneous: Cadmium, Ginsenocides, Glutathione peroxidase, Heavy metals

Toxicity of Lead.

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Dr. Gary Pack

“There is no safe level of exposure to lead.” Many people living today have lead in their bodies from leaded gasoline, from lead-based paints, and from old plumbing containing lead. Problems from lead overdose include blood abnormalities (such as anemia), impaired heart function, bone disease, kidney dysfunction, impaired fertility, and nervous system toxicity. Lead toxicity […]

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Electromagnetic Fields and Radio-Frequency Radiation.

Posted on February 13, 2016 by Dr. Gary Pack

Humans are increasingly exposed to electromagnetic fields (EMF) due to electronic devices. These fields are generally referred to as ‘electrosmog’. Common symptoms are fatigue, headache, trouble concentrating, sleep disorders, and dizziness. EMFs are caused by cordless phones, cellular phones, laptops, notebook computers, smart meters, and power lines. Exposure to these fields is rising at the […]

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Integrative Medicine and Human Health.

Posted on October 14, 2015 by Dr. Gary Pack

Our Paleolithic ancestors had access to 500 different plants. Their food was often stored in the ground with access to abundant bacteria. Today, 80% of human nutrients come from 17 plants, while 50% of our calories come from only 8 grains. Our food undergoes excessive processing and heating. Important chemicals in plants start to disappear […]

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Conditions: Chronic diseases, Cornonary artery disease, Diabetes, Inflammation, Irritable bowel disease, Ulcerative colitis