Supplements Every Medicine Cabinet Should Have!

Supplements Every Medicine Cabinet Should Have!

Most everyone gets “sick” at one time or another, especially during the change of seasons. Many people are confused about what to do: ‘Should I take NyQuil? Aspirin? Antibiotics? 

Should I follow my doctor’s advice and get a flu shot?’ While these interventions may provide temporary relief, none of them will make us healthy. On the contrary, they all have side effects. Even if a flu shot happens to protect us against a particular strain of flu, there will be upwards of another 200 viruses out there against which we won’t be protected.

In this newsletter, I’ll provide you with healthy alternatives for when you’re feeling run down or sick. This material is based on the advice I give to my patients, my family, and myself. 

NB. It should be noted that the following nutrients are not to be used in place of consulting a doctor, rather they helpful alternatives to self-medicating with over-the-counter medicine. Moreover, it is always advisable to be muscle tested by a professional Applied Kinesiologist before taking any supplements, however the following remedies can be very useful when a visit to an Applied Kinesiologist isn’t possible. 

Supplements should always be tasted when taken (sucked or chewed), not just swallowed.

TYPICAL INFECTIONS

Vitamin A: 1500 IU & Vitamin C 75 mg.

•     Acute infections – 1 of each per hour.
•     Taper as symptoms subside - 1 of each every 2-3 hours.
•     Longer term support – 2-3 of each per day.

Thymus tissue: 125 mg. & Spleen tissue 200 mg. 

•     Acute infections – 1 of each per hour.
•     Taper to 6 of each per day as symptoms subside.
•     3 per day of each for organ support for another 3-6 days.

Zinc: 25 mg. 

•     Acute infections – 2-4 per day.
•     Longer term support – 1-2 per day.

Melia Azadirachta or Morinda Citrifolia:

•     6-8 capsules per day for 1 week.

URINARY TRACT INFECTIONS (UTI)

The above remedies listed under “Typical Infections” apply to UTIs. In addition, the following should be considered. 

Normal urine pH is 6.5 to 7.

•  If urine is alkaline >7, acidify by drinking the following combination: 1 tsp. cider vinegar, 1 small drop of honey, 1 cup hot water 1-3 cups per day depending on symptoms.
•  If urine is acidic <6.5 or 6, alkalinize by drinking the following combination: juice of 1/2 real lemon, 1 tbsp. baking soda (sodium bicarbonate), 1 cup water 1-3 cups per day depending on symptoms. 

NB. Monitor urine pH in order to avoid shifting your pH toward the opposite extreme. 

SINUS INFECTIONS 

The above remedies listed under “Typical Infections” apply to sinus infections. In addition, a nasal douche can provide effective relief, especially if nasal passage is alkaline: combine 1 tsp. of apple cider vinegar and 1 tsp. salt in water in warm water. Pour the solution into hand and sniff 3x a day.

In cases of persistent infections of all types or for additional support, the following should be considered: Berberine, Goldenseal, Arginase, Oregano.

MENSTRUAL CRAMPS

• Calcium lactate: 250 mg. every 15 minutes at the onset of cramps, then one per hour after they’ve subsided. 
• Magnesium: 200-400 mg/ a day until symptoms subside.

SOME HEADACHES, MUSCLE ACHES, HANGOVERS, SOME MENSTRUAL CRAMPS 

• Black Currant Seed Oil can be used in lieu of aspirin and other pain killers. 2 pearls every 2 hours till symptoms subside.

SORE THROAT

Suck on garlic clove every 2 hours and chew 1 thymus tissue tablet every 2 hours until symptoms subside. 

SLEEP ISSUES

• Inability to fall asleep or stay asleep: Calcium, Valerian, Passaflora.
• Have to sleep in chair because can't relax (muscle tightness): Glycine.
• Restless legs: Magnesium / Vitamin G.

BURNS (MINOR) 

Aloe Vera (plant) and Chlorophyll ointment applied topically. 

ALLERGIES / HIVES

Yakitron, Stinging Nettle, or Betaine Hydrochloride.

Remember, it is best to be proactive with your health rather than reactive. You can strengthen your immune system now by avoiding bad food and drink, spending adequate time outdoors, managing stress, keep alcohol, sugar, and caffeine to a minimum, and by doing maintenance care Applied Kinesiology / Chiropractic.

My office provides packages of Supplements Every Medicine Cabinet Should Have. This can be a great gift to yourself or a loved one.