Eczema & Sleuthwork

     Eczema, or atopic dermatitis is a common skin condtion affecting approximately 2-7% of the population.  Current research suggests that eczema is at least in part an immedite allergic response due to high levels of IgE, an allergic antibody, history of positive allergy tests, a positive family history in 2/3rds of patients, correlation with hayfever or asthma, and improvement of most patients with a hypoallergenic diet. 

Skin abnormalities are:  higher tendencies to itch, dry, thickened skin, a tendency for the skin to be overgrown with Staph Aureus, or Candida Albicans.  The ALCAT tests is an affordable allergy panel which can be customized to the patient and runs from $150-199.  Other treatment considerations are: bacteriology panels to eliminate bacterial overgrowth, or yeast overgrowth, and immune supportive therapies such as Bioflavoids, omega 3's, GLA's, and herbal anti-inflammatory treatment.

Acupuncture and Chinese herbs can be very helpful for alleviating the itching and the anxiety that ensues from the chronic itching.  Resolution of the damaged skin can be difficult.  I am in the process of patenting a  natural salve that heals several chronic skin problems....More Later.

Hypothyroid patients can get eczema and need a natural protocol to boost thyroid function and improve immune function which often resolves the eczema.  If you or someone close suffers from eczema, let them know natural help is available.

                                            All about Ipriflavone and building bones

Few non-health professionals realize that bone tissue is actively living tissue which is constantly being broken down, and then built back up again.  Ipriflavone, a natural substance derived from soy, increases the activity of osteoblasts, the cells that form new bone.  Ipriflavone does not raise estrogen levels.

Clinical studies over the past 15 years support its safety and effectiveness.  While not all studies have shown a benefit, over 150 studies during that time frame lend support to its use.  Also, its safety overall and especially as compared to pharmacologic therapy is far superior.

Osteoporosis studies have used 600 mgs of ipriflavone each day. It is best taken after meals.  Of course, sufficient calcium and magnesium are critically important as well. Doses of calcium should be tailored to the person.

Other nutrients important for bone-building are:  zinc, manganese, boron, vitmain K, vitamin C, and the B vitamins: B-6, B-12, and Folic Acid.