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Alzheimer’s – Byproduct of Infection?

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2016/06/09/alzheimers-disease-brain-infection.

Harvard Researchers are saying that beta-alyloid proteins are part of your innate immune response and may be beneficial as they trap foreign invaders such as bacteria and viruses; however, these traps form the plaque seen in Alzheimer’s.

Study author Rudolph E. Tanzi, Ph.D., of Harvard Medical School and Massachusetts General Hospital states, “Each plaque had a single bacterium at its center.”  Mice that didn’t produce beta-amyloid were at greater risk of dying from the infection and did not have any plaques in their brains.”

They are theorizing that a small amount of beta-amyloid is protective whereas larger amounts could be damaging, and similarly to leaky gut syndrome, we tend to have a leaky blood-brain barrier the older we get.

Ruth Itzhaki, Ph.D., professor emeritus of molecular neurobiology at Britain’s University of Manchester, and colleagues in 1991 linked Alzheimer’s to herpes simplex virus 1 (HSV-1) – the type that causes cold sores.  There are currently more than 100 studies supporting this link.

Itzhaki states,
” … [W]e propose that infectious agents, including HSV-1, Chlamydia pneumonia, and spirochetes, reach the CNS [central nervous system] and remain there in latent form.  These agents can undergo reactivation in the brain during aging, as the immune system declines, and during different types of stress (which similarly reactivate HSV-1 in the periphery).  The consequent neuronal damage — caused by direct viral action and by virus-induced inflammation — occurs recurrently, leading to (or acting as a cofactor for) progressive synaptic dysfunction, neuronal loss, and ultimately AD [Alzheimer’s disease].  Such damage includes the induction of Aβ [amyloid beta] which, initially, appears to be only a defense mechanism.”

In addition to viruses, bacteria, and fungus, an infectious protein called TDP-43 (think prions and Mad Cow Disease) has also been linked to AD as well as low Vitamin D (helps build the immune system and brain chemicals that protect brain cells).  

http://www.examiner.com/article/kris-kristofferson-has-lyme-disease-memory-loss-misdiagnosed-as-alzheimer-s  Singer, Kris Kristofferson, went through this private hell.  He was wrongly diagnosed with Alzheimer’s but had Lyme Disease.  For years doctors told Kristofferson it was either Alzheimer’s or dementia, and may have been the result of blows to his head from boxing, football and rugby.  The medication he was given gave him bad side effects and didn’t help.

Sound familier?

Since starting treatment for Lyme Kristofferson “has made remarkable strides.”  His wife Lisa said,

“all of the sudden he was back.” Although he still has some bad days, there are other days when he is “perfectly normal,” she said.

Please tell your family and friends who have an Alzheimer’s or dementia diagnosis this story.  We need to look out for one another.

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Lyme, research, Uncategorized, Viruses

May Meeting Reminder

https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.wordpress.com/2016/05/09/may-meetings-coppe-labs/

Don’t forget Dr. Baewer of Coppe Labs will be speaking this Saturday (May 28, 2016) at 2:30pm about Powassan Virus, other Arboviruses, and Coppe’s research.

See you there!

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Meetings, Uncategorized, Viruses

May Meetings – Coppe Labs

Next Madison Lyme Support Group meeting: Regular meeting on May 14 from 2:30-4:30 as well as May 28 same time with Dr. David Baewer from Coppe Labs in Waukesha.

Baewer

Dr. David Baewer, Chief Medical Officer of Coppe Laboratories, will be speaking on May 28 from 2:30-4:30 at the Madison Lyme Support Group.

Baewer received his MD from the Medical College of Wisconsin where he had previously been awarded a PhD in cellular biology, neurobiology and anatomy.  His pathology studies were completed at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and a GI pathology fellowship was completed at the Medical College of Wisconsin. He has lectured on the Role of Serology in Herpesvirus Infection and most recently on Arbovirus Infection as Proposed Etiology of Antibiotic Resistant Chronic Lyme Disease.

Baewer has co-authored a number of publications in peer reviewed journals, as well as a GI text book chapter. His most recent publications have looked at the role of HHV-6 in a post-transplant patient with myocarditis and a case of fulminant hepatic failure in an immunocompetent individual.

For the support group he will explain the role of arboviruses in tick-borne diseases, provide information on the Powassan/Deer Tick virus and how it affects the MSIDS patient, particularly how it  may explain lingering symptoms in patients, and will present Coppe’s TBI research.
Hope to see you all there!

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Gardasil and Bartonella

Taken from “Bartonella Associated Cutaneous Lesions in People With Neuropsychiatric Symptoms“

http://www.thevaccinereaction.org/2016/03/study-linking-gardasil-to-behavioral-abnormalities-pulled-from-vaccine-journal/

Recently a peer-reviewed article linking Gardasil to behavior abnormalities via its aluminum adjuvant and HPV antigens and may “trigger neuroinflammation and autoimmune reactions” in mice was removed. The article was replaced with the following notice:

“This article has been withdrawn at the request of the Editor-in-Chief due to serious concerns regarding the scientific soundness of the article. Review by the Editor-in-Chief and evaluation by outside experts, confirmed that the methodology is seriously flawed, and the claims that the article makes are unjustified. As an international peer-reviewed journal we believe it is our duty to withdraw the article from further circulation, and to notify the community of this issue.”

The study’s lead author has stated this action is due to a conflict of interest with Merck & Co and the publication’s editor who chaired a safety evaluation committee for vaccine trials by Merck as well as provided consulting services on vaccine development to Merck and several other pharmaceutical companies. He also conducted four studies in direct affiliation with Merck including a pro-HPV trial in 2005. The following link lists more retracted news stories on Gardasil. The American College of Pediatricians has also released a statement expressing concerns in relation to premature ovarian failure or premature menopause and 213 reports in the Vaccine Adverse Reaction Database since Gardisil’s approval in 2006.
http://www.thevaccinereaction.org/2016/03/blacklisting-of-gardasil-studies-to-silence-the-safety-debate/

The retracted study highlights:

“the necessity of proceeding with caution with respect to further mass-immunization practices with a vaccine of yet unproven long-term clinical benefit which is capable of inducing immune-mediated cross-reactions with neural antigens of the human host. Especially considering the continually increasing number of serious disabling neurological adverse events linked to HPV vaccination reported in the current medical literature and vaccine surveillance databases.”

https://www.fda.gov/downloads/BiologicsBloodVaccines/Vaccines/ApprovedProducts/UCM111263.pdf  This official package insert reveals on page 7 that the clinical study had 40 DEATHS. “The following adverse events have been spontaneously reported during post-approval use of GARDASIL. Because these events were reported voluntarily from a population of uncertain size, it is not possible to reliably estimate their frequency or to establish a causal relationship to vaccine exposure. Blood and lymphatic system disorders: Autoimmune hemolytic anemia, idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura, lymphadenopathy. Respiratory, thoracic and mediastinal disorders: Pulmonary embolus. Gastrointestinal disorders: Nausea, pancreatitis, vomiting. General disorders and administration site conditions: Asthenia, chills, death, fatigue, malaise. Immune system disorders: Autoimmune diseases, hypersensitivity reactions including anaphylactic/anaphylactoid reactions, bronchospasm, and urticaria. Musculoskeletal and connective tissue disorders: Arthralgia, myalgia. Nervous system disorders: Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis, dizziness, Guillain-Barré syndrome, headache, motor neuron disease, paralysis, seizures, syncope (including syncope associated with tonic-clonic movements and other seizure-like activity) sometimes resulting in falling with injury, transverse myelitis. Infections and infestations: cellulitis. Vascular disorders: Deep venous thrombosis.

http://www.thevaccinereaction.org/2016/04/victims-of-hpv-vaccine-in-japan-will-sue-state-and-vaccine-makers/  Also worth mentioning is Japan’s decision to withdraw its HPV vaccine recommendation due to numerous reports that formerly healthy vaccine recipients were experiencing alarming side effects ranging from short-term memory loss to paralysis.  Further, The Japan Times recently reported that a class action lawsuit will be filed after June 2016 against the Japanese government and Merck and GlaxoSmithKline by victims who have suffered severe side effects as a result of receiving the former government recommended vaccine.  One college student told the Japan Times:

“I felt acute pain as if someone was squashing my internal organs … Such conditions have only gotten worse,” Sonoda told a court while sitting in her wheelchair. “I received the shots because the government recommended it. I want the government to take seriously its responsibility for causing us (to suffer from) such symptoms.”  http://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2017/02/13/national/crime-legal/suit-opens-tokyo-court-cervical-cancer-vaccine-side-effects/#.WLYHaRE0r_w

http://www.healthnutnews.com/olympic-medalist-dies-of-cervical-cancer-despite-being-vaccinated-for-hpv-years-before/  Australian, London Olympics medallist rower, Sarah Tait died after a battle with cervical cancer at 33 despite having regular pap smears and the HPV vaccine.

http://www.thevaccinereaction.org/2016/06/gardasil-injured-teen-in-ireland-gets-no-help-from-countrys-public-health-service/   One girl from Ireland is now in a wheelchair, remains in constant pain, and reportedly sleeps up to 23 hours a day after receiving the three recommended doses of Gardisil. Ireland’s Health Service stands behind the safety of the HPV vaccine, noting that “seizures, muscle weakness, leg pain and chronic fatigue are not mentioned as known side effects to Gardasil in the Patient Information Leaflet,” but there are 27 symptoms highlighted in the leaflet and approximately 350 girls in Ireland are suffering from chronic health problems following HPV vaccination.  http://www.thevaccinereaction.org/2017/10/irish-girls-harmed-by-gardasil-vaccine/  As of October, 2017, Irish girls account for 1 in 5 of reported Gardasil vaccine reactions.  In 2010 Irish Gardasil vaccination rate was 87%, today it is 50%.

http://healthimpactnews.com/2014/gardasil-vaccine-one-more-girl-dead/  Sudden death of 12 year old girl in Waukesha, Wisconsin just hours after receiving the HPV Gardasil vaccine.  After this news story broke, another local parent contacted a news station to report her 17-year old daughter needed urgent care at the hospital.  

Studies have shown that Gardasil can make women MORE likely to get the high risk strains of HPV that lead to the deadly cancer, than women who’ve received no vaccine at all. Even CBS was forced to admit this on the national news. The Solution? Merck says MORE shots. http://www.healthnutnews.com/cbs-women-vaccinated-with-gardasil-can-be-more-likely-to-be-infected-with-high-risk-strain-new-study-shows/

And it’s not just women who are suffering.

http://www.vaccines.news/2016-09-07-boy-completely-paralyzed-from-the-neck-down-due-to-gardasil-vaccine.html

“Colton finished his last round of the Gardasil series on February 1, 2014. In the following weeks, he would eventually become paralyzed from the neck down. On February 17th, just over two weeks after his final vaccine, Colton was admitted to the hospital and proceeded to spend 88 days in intensive care.  The young teen has spent many, many months trying to recover from this horrible experience, but he still requires assistance from a breathing apparatus and suffers from some paralysis.”

Currently under U.S. federal law, no one can directly sue a vaccine manufacturer in civil court after a vaccine causes the injury or death of a minor child or adult.

Isn’t that convenient?

http://www.vaccines.news/2015-09-29-hpv-vaccine-alert-lead-developer-warns-that-it-is-all-a-big-scam.html

Lead developer of Gardasil & Cervarix, Dr. Diane Harper, states that cervical cancer is extremely rare in the U.S., and 70% of cases resolve naturally without treatment.  She also warns that if 11 year olds are vaccinated and the protection doesn’t last, they have been put at harm for no benefit.

And just when you think it’s really bad, it gets worse.

http://wearechange.org/bill-gatesphilanthropy-30000-indian-girls-used-guinea-pigs-test-cancer-vaccine/

In 2009, thanks to the Gates Foundation, about 16,000 girls from ages 9-15 from the Khammam district in Andhra Pradesh were given three shots of vaccine, (manufactured by Merck) by the state health department. The girls were told that they were being given “well-being” shots.  Five died and several girls’ health deteriorated. Similar cases of deaths were reported from Vadodara, Gujarat, where 14,000 tribal children were also vaccinated with the HPV vaccine Cervarix, made by Glaxo SmithKline.

http://sanevax.org/gardasil-and-bartonella-a-dirty-little-secret/ 

There is further damning evidence that Gardasil can produce life-threatening reactions in those who have been close to a cat, fleas, or ticks, since many of these animals are infected with Bartonella, Babesia, or Lyme (borrelia). Also, since many MSIDS patients (multi systemic infectious disease syndrome) also struggle with viruses such as Mono or active EBV, a cytokine storm can result with mucus being over manufactured in lungs and airways and well as wide-spread inflammation.

Asymptomatic girls after receiving Gardasil activated dormant Bartonella which was confirmed by testing.

“Gardasil contains aluminum adjuvant nano-prticle substrates, bound to HPV16-L1 protein fragments, that appear to have mutated at binding sites, possibly resulting in excessive inflammation. The mutation attaches to the endothelial lining of blood vessels and organs, including the brain, if the host lacks sufficient active glutathione, or similar complimentary attractant, or does not readily clear toxins. Inflammatory HPV16-L1 DNA protein particles were found in autopsy tissue samples from two different teenage girls, six months after receiving her last vaccination, in the case of one deceased girl. Our findings indicate that if the blood brain barrier is open, commonly due to allergies or the common cold, these man-made inflammatory vaccine nano-particles may enter the brain, and cause additional damage, and possible demyelination.”

Statistics indicate that 50% of domestic cats in the US are infected with Bartonella, and humans can contract Bartonella and have no symptoms at all. It can lie dormant until a stressor, such as a vaccine, triggers an active infection.

Symptoms such as fatigue, pain, memory loss, cysts, Inflammatory Breast Cancer, and much more can be caused by Bartonella. For more information please read:

https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.wordpress.com/2015/07/23/understanding-bartonella/

https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.wordpress.com/2016/01/03/bartonella-treatment/

https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.wordpress.com/2011/09/25/the-bartonella-checklist-copyrighted-2011-james-schaller-md-version-11/
http://www.thevaccinereaction.org/2015/08/uprising-against-hpv-vaccine-mandate-sweeps-rhode-island/ Some states are mandating this vaccine despite the fact it has three times more reported adverse reactions than all other vaccines combined – including deaths and permanent disabilities, without proof it has stopped a single case of cervical cancer.

https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2017/07/02/hpv-after-vaccines/  Dr. Lapenta states:

*Invented vaccines only protect against less than 50% of the oncogenic types of HPV described; therefore, they do not have scientific justification from the point of view of prevention.

*The invention is badly implemented since proteins are used for every type of HPV, the ideal have been a protein or antigen common to all types of HPV.  

*Mixing these antigens of each type of HPV in a single solution seems to me like a biological bomb, which has provoked death and thousands of affected everywhere on the planet, many of those have not recovered.

*Using aluminum as adjuvant was another error as it is known that it is involved in inflammatory and auto-immune reactions.  

*It causes severe side effects.

*The vaccination campaigns were misleading and amounted to saying they are the “salvation of humanity against HPV.”

*They were not well tested because in most studies almost everyone concludes that they are safe.  This is nothing but false.

In this case of VACCINES AGAINST HPV, I also very responsibly say that:
THEY WERE A BIG FAILURE AND WILL CONTINUE TO KILL AND DAMAGING THE HEALTH OF THE POPULATION THAT ACCESSES THESE VACCINES … 

For more information on vaccines in general read:
https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.wordpress.com/2015/06/19/a-word-on-vaccines/

A post dedicated to women who have lost their lives too early: http://truthaboutgardasil.org/breaking-news-truth-about-gardasil-makes-headlines/

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Bartonella, Lyme, Ticks, vaccines, Viruses

Systemic Enzymes

Systemic Enzymes – What are They?

When we hear the word enzymes we normally think of digestive enzymes, and while they are crucial for breaking down our food, they are not “systemic,” but are in fact utilized in the GI tract. For some people adding digestive enzymes makes all the difference in their health. If you suffer from GERD, for instance, adding digestive enzymes will revolutionize your health. Food enzymes are found in raw food. And by raw food, I mean uncooked. Systemic enzymes, on the other hand, are used all over the body and have been found to help many disease processes, and in fact, can be downright miraculous.

http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/difference-systemic-enzymes-digestive-enzymes/  Enzymes are proteins used by every cell in the body that help chemical reactions within our body. We produce these enzymes but as we age, they decline like everything else.  If you think about it, this means every chemical reaction in our body is affected. These systemic enzymes help break down mucus, fibrin, toxins including viruses, allergens, and clotting factors. These are key areas to address for MSIDS (multi systemic infectious disease syndrome) patients. Unlike NSAIDS, enzymes do not hurt the liver and they also help white blood cell efficiency. And get this – they help manage yeast overgrowth. They also help you absorb vital nutrients and improve your performance.

**The following information is for educational purposes only. Please consult with your health care practitioner before starting any therapy. There can be interactions with other things you are taking.

http://www.newswithviews.com/Howenstine/james174.htm   According to Dr. Howenstine, enzymes cannot be patented, which means mainstream medicine doesn’t promote their usage. In Europe, large doses of enzymes are used in cancer therapy. They have an enteric coating so they are not dissolved in the stomach, making them able to get into the blood without being destroyed. Systemic enzymes are also able to remove the thick layer of fibrin around cancer cells. The thick fibrin cloaks malignant cells so they are able to get by the killer immune cells. Enzymes remove this coating as well as stimulate immune cells to increase more tumor necrosis factor to attack tumors and viruses. Dr. Wyba states that one-third of pancreatic cancer cases have been cured using Wobenzyme a specific patented systemic enzyme. The patient takes up to 30 pills three times a day for life or the cancer returns.

Many MSIDS patients suffer with hyper coagulation, or thick blood, often due to infection. There are numerous factors for this but one is high levels of parasites in the blood and biofilms. Systemic enzymes dissolve blood clots and therefore lessen coagulation. The only contraindication is for those with hemophilia and those on anticoagulant drugs as they may have thinner blood with enzyme therapy. Make sure to work with your health care professional if you have either of these issues as extra precautions will need to be taken.

Regarding viruses, enzymes eat the exterior coating, rendering the virus permanently incapacitated. You have to take enough to get ahead of rapid viral replication, requiring 5-10 capsules three times a day or more. It was also discovered that those with prosthetics often need these parts replaced as bacteria are able to prevent antibiotics from killing infection due to biofilm formation. MSIDS patients have the same problem. The enzyme serrapeptase enhanced Ofloxin in cultures by preventing biofilms. Systemic enzymes could be the magic bullet to help break down biofilms in MSIDS patients.  Regarding allergens, a low dose of 2-3 caps a day should prevent asthma attacks – if taken as maintenance. Enzymes thin and decrease secretions as well as alleviate symptoms of hay fever and other allergies.

Regarding pain, enzymes have helped headaches, arthritis, bursitis, and synovitis – all symptoms that are frequent with MSIDS. It is also a promising therapy for sarcoidosis. Safer than cortisone, regular enzymes will reduce fibrosis.

The truly miraculous effects of systemic enzymes is their ability to remove necrotic (dead cells) debris, reduce inflammation, balance the immune system, and remove viruses and toxins, all issues faced by the MSIDS patient.

http://www.newswithviews.com/Howenstine/james175.htm   He also states they can benefit fibromyalgia patients. Mycoplasma, anaerobic bacteria, fungi, and borrelia have all been found in FM patients with high-resolution microscopy. Several FM patients have recovered by taking nattokinase – another enzyme that lessens fibrin production, improving blood circulation. Kidney diseases can be helped by systemic enzymes by their ability to lower swelling, inflammation, scarring (fibrosis), and immune complexes. Other conditions such as fibrocystic breasts, uterine fibroids, endometriosis, PCOS, benign prostatis hypertrophy, breast, prostate, and uterine cancers, are all estrogen excess states, producing fibrosis – which for those having these conditions correctly equate with PAIN. Endometriosis may require five or more caps three times a day until pain disappears. Fibrocystic breast disease patients should stay on enough enzymes to prevent symptoms. Taking systemic enzymes after surgery or injuries prevents excessive scar formation. All of these conditions can be helped with systemic enzymes.

**Please read Dr. Howensteine’s article in the link above if you suffer with any of these estrogen dominant diseases as he discusses in far more detail the interaction of various hormones and why these disease states are becoming more prevalent. I feel there is a desperate need for this information as this issue is far more common than not. Also, for more information regarding the use of bioidentical hormones please listen to PhD Kathy Lynch from Women’s International Pharmacy: https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.wordpress.com/2015/06/10/audio-on-hormones-and-adrenal-support/

**Do not take systemic enzymes 24-36 hours before elective surgery and do not resume until 24-36 hours after the operation as they could prevent normal clotting in small blood vessels.

Here’s what’s in systemic enzymes and what each ingredient does:

Rutin: a bioflavinoid that strengthens and controls the permeability of blood vessels and capillary walls, lowering blood pressure and slowing aging.
Serrapeptase: anti-inflammatory, anti-edema, and fibrinolytic properties. Less swelling after surgery, less breast pain for fibrocystic patients, electrophysiologic proof of recovery in carpal tunnel syndrome patients.
Protease: http://www.enzymeessentials.com/HTML/protease.html: breaks down proteins and are important to digestion as they liberate needed amino acids. Helps with inflammation, immune regulation, breaking down cellular debris including toxins in the blood, freeing up the immune system to concentrate on bacterial, parasitical, and viral infections. Those with a protease deficiency have excess alkalinity which can cause anxiety and insomnia, arthritis, osteoporosis and other calcium-deficient diseases. Inadequate protein digestion results in hypoglycemia, which means moodiness.

https://player.vimeo.com/video/86913141“>


How Proteases Support Immune Health from Transformation Enzymes on Vimeo

Amylase: http://www.enzymeessentials.com/HTML/amylase.html: breaks down sugar and starch, and also digests dead white blood cells. Involved in anti-inflammatory reactions such as those caused by the release of histamine. The amylase deficient may have issues with psoriasis, eczema, hives, insect bites, allergies, atopic dermatitis, all types of herpes, and lung problems such as asthma and emphysema.
Papain: found naturally in unripe papayas, it has been used as a meat tenderizer as it breaks down the fibers in muscle tissue, as well as in preparation of cell cultures due to its ability to dissolve bonds between cells. It helps break down foods for digestion.
Trypsin: also breaks down protein into amino acids for absorption in the blood stream, as well as breaking down casein in milk, dissolving blood cloths in its microbial form, and treating inflammation in its pancreatic form. Atlantic cod trypsin in an oral spray was found to protect those inoculated with rhinovirus.
Lipase: http://www.enzymeessentials.com/HTML/lipase.html: breaks down fats into fatty acids and glycerol. Helps control appetite and healthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Those deficient in lipase have decreased cell permeability which means nutrients cannot get in and waste cannot get out, as well as muscle spasms, and spastic colon.
Chymotrypsin: http://www.encyclopedia.com/topic/chymotrypsin.aspx: Also breaks down proteins to produce enzymes for digestion and absorption of food. Also is anti-inflammatory. The presence and amount in stool is measured as a test of pancreatic function. Used for those with pancreatic insufficiency (impaired digestion, malabsorption and passing of undigested food in stool, gas, abdominal bloating, and nutrient deficiencies. Incomplete digestion of proteins may result in allergies and the formation of toxic substances. Helps keep the small intestine free from parasites such as bacteria, yeast, protozoa, and worms. Used to treat shingles, acne, age spots, sun damage, ulcerations and abscesses, arthritis and other autoimmune diseases, infections, injuries, and possibly cancer.
Bromelain: http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/supplement/bromelain: found in pineapples, it too digests protein. Used for indigestion and inflammation. When used on the skin it may be useful for removing dead tissue from third-degree burns. May reduce cough and nasal mucus as well as pain. It can kill some viruses and bacteria, and has anti-tumor properties and may help the effectiveness of certain chemotherapy drugs.
Quercetin Dihydrate: http://www.globalhealingcenter.com/natural-health/health-benefits-of-quercetin/: a bioflavonoid (plant pigment) found in fruits, vegetables, grains, and leaves. It is an anti-oxidant, anti-carcinogenic, neuroactive, anti-artherogenic, supports cardiovascular health, balanced blood pressure, protects against stress, and has an antihistamine effect.
Questions about Systemic Enzymes
http://www.enzymeessentials.com/HTML/systemic_enzymes.html

“When is the best time to take a protease supplement?
For maximum systemic benefit, it is best to take proteases between meals as this allows for faster absorption into circulation. However, if this is not realistic for your patient, then it is ok to take proteases with meals knowing that some of the protease enzymes may be used to digest food proteins. Also, it is better to take small doses several times throughout the day rather than one or two large doses in a day. Common dosing times are first thing in the morning, mid-morning, mid-afternoon, and bedtime.
Can protease enzymes be taken with NSAIDS and/or prescription medications?
Digestive enzymes function by breaking down specific chemical bonds in foods. In most cases digestive enzymes can therefore safely be taken with medications. However, it is of course always recommended to let your health care provider know what you are taking.
Can protease enzymes be taken with prescription blood thinners?
One area of caution is with prescription blood thinning agents. These types of prescription drugs interfere with the natural blood clotting mechanisms, while proteases break down fibrin allowing for better blood flow. They can be taken in conjunction, but it is recommended to dose them about four hours apart and monitor lab work closely. We recommend notifying and working with the doctor prescribing the medications.
Can you take protease enzymes when taking prescription “protease inhibitors”?
More often than not, the term “protease” that describes proteolytic enzymes is used in very general terms. There are many metabolic proteases in our body, each with many different functions. The medications that are designed as protease inhibitors are targeting a very specific viral protease. The supplemental digestive proteases are very different and will not interfere with the medication. In fact, oral supplemental digestive enzymes can be very supportive to those patients with auto-immune disorders.”

How to choose the best systemic enzymes:  http://www.wisegeekhealth.com/how-do-i-choose-the-best-systemic-enzymes.htm

Some examples of Systemic Enzymes:

Wobenzym: http://wobenzymps.net/Wobenzym-N.html

Vascuzyme:  http://www.orthomolecularproducts.com/vascuzyme/

Zymeessence:  http://www.drwongsessentials.com/Zymessence-p/zy180.htm

Heal-n-Soothe:  http://www.losethebackpain.com/proteolyticenzymes.html

I’m sure there are many more types out there.  Do a google search and more will crop up.  I personally have used WobenzymN as well as Vascuzyme with great success.  The WobenzymN was expired by two years and still worked.  I switched to Vascuzyme by Ortho Molecular as it was stronger and my LLMD sells it in his office.  Make sure to read about the different types as they have different ingredients, dosages, and strengths.

**As you read above, please consult with your health care professional – particularly if you are taking blood thinners or have a blood disorder.  One site also stated that you SHOULD NOT take systemic enzymes if you are also taking antibiotics.  Discuss all of this with your practitioner.

My husband and I both tried WobenzymN while in antibiotic treatment and felt nothing.  After we quit antibiotics due to not herxing any longer and being fairly symptom-free for 3-4 months (except the excruciating pain in my head/neck/spine and his itching and fatigue) we started an herbal program for maintenance.  After 4 months of this with the pain still there, I retried the WobenzymN and within the first dose it took 70% of my pain away.  Since then, a month later, the pain is 99% gone.  All I take is 3 capsules each morning on an empty stomach.  For some of you, this may be the thing that will help you turn the corner and is certainly worth considering.

*Although you can buy these over the counter, make sure to run this and all supplements by your health practitioner as there are cross reactions with certain medications.

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Uncategorized, Viruses