Acid Hypoxia:
An acidic pH of the tissues with resulting lack of available oxygen. [the ultimate causative factor in pathology according to William H. Philpott MD]
Allergies and chronic degenerative diseases [cancer, diabetes, arthritis, cardio-vascular disease [CVD]],
Share a number opf common factors, regardless of the specific condition. By addressing these underlying factors with specific natural therapies, these scourges can be eliminated.
1-Acid pH:
Injuries and allergies cause high acidity and a positive electro-magnetic spin. When the body’s pH remains acidic long term acidosis results. Acidosis is a control factor in the process of degenerative diseases. Chronic degenerative diseases such as cancer, arthritis, Type-2 diabetes, CVD are acute acidic reactions extended into chronic acidosis.
2-Hypoxia:
There is always an oxygen deficiency [hypoxia] when acidity is present because molecular oxygen cannot remain free in an acid medium. Since oxygen is necessary for energy production, hypoxia is central to the progress of the disease process.
3-Free Radicals:
Free radicals [FR’s] are highly reactive electrons. They have an un-paired electron in an atomic or molecular orbit instead of stable paired electrons. Examples are: hydroxyl radical-OH-, superoxide anion readical O3, nitric oxide-NO, hydrogen peroxide-H2O2.
The body normally produces ROTS [reactive oxygen toxic species] and FR’s in its daily metabolic processes. Far more are produced in pathological states. FR’s and ROTS are involved in the generation of oxidative damage to cells, DNA, mitochondria and cell membranes.
Anto-oxidants are natural substances that protect biological systems from the harmful effects of excessive oxidation. Excess oxidation stress may induce:
a-arthritis and inflammatory diseases
b-atherosclerosis
c-cancer
d-cataracts
e-emphysema
f-Multiple sclerosis
h-premature aging
i-viral infections-AIDS
Anti-Oxidants:
1-Normal body defense mechanisms: enzymes and free radical scavengers
super oxide dismutase [SOD], catalase, glutathione, glucose-6-phosphate [regenerates NADPH].
2-Nutrient anti-oxidants:
a-Vitamins A-C-D-E
b-carotenoids
c-flavonoids-berries, apples, citrus [including skins], broccoli, cayenne, onions, green tea
d-catechins-green tea, berries
e-lignans-linseed fibre, legumes, sesame seeds [tahini]
3-Specific Herbal Anti-Oxidants:
a-Turmeric:
1- technical terms, the active constituents of turmeric also called Curcuma longa are known as curcuminoids.
2-Virtually all of the benefits derived from curcuminoids stem from their varied antioxidant activities. Curcumin extracts have been found to have the following antioxidant interactions:
a-They scavenge or neutralize free radicals.
b-They interact with the oxidative cascade and prevent its outcome.
c-They quench singlet oxygen, thus making it less available for oxidative reactions.
d-They are capable of inhibiting oxidative enzymes like cytochrome P-450.
e-They chelate
and thus disarm the oxidative properties of metals such as iron which can
contribute to both oxidative damage and free radical formation.
f-Because
curcuminoids act through both intervention and preventative means they are
accordingly among the most potent of the known antioxidants.
3-Anti-inflammatory
Action
Perhaps turmeric's most well known and most obvious
benefit is its anti-inflammatory action. In fact, turmeric has been found to
equal, and in many cases exceed, the benefits associated with both cortisone
and phenylbutazone treatment
b-Ginger:
1-contains powerful digestive enzymes
2-is anti-helminthic, digests parasites and eggs
3-is anti-inflammatory
4-A-0 [anti-oxidant] neutralizes free radicals.
5-has anti-tumour effects
6-has anti-viral/bacterial activity
7-balances eicosanoids: reduces or eliminates asthma, migraines, prostaglandins, thromboxanes, leukotrienes, COX, 5-lipo-oxygenase
[everything from anxiety to sudden death can be attributed to an excess of thromboxanes]
8-is a more powerful inhibitor of prostaglandins than indomethacin
9-is an aphrodisiac
10-increases circulation
12-soothes sore throats
13-relieves joint and spinal pain, affording relief of pain, stiffness, swelling, better than NSAIDS
14-relieves colds, flu, hangovers
15-contains Vitamin C [and E], overcomes scurvy
16-is an emmenogogue, it promotes menstruation
17-stimulates hair growth
18-accelerates wound healing
19-lessens muscle discomfort
20-reduces blood thickening enzyme same as aspirin
21-completely inhibits platelet aggregation
22-increases force or strength of heart muscle
23-reduces fever
24-has anti-obesity activity
25-reduces pathogens while stimulating lactobacilli
26-increases bile secretions and excretion of gall stones
27-alleviates nausea
28-inhibits 5-HT, serotonin
[5-hydroxy-tryptamine]...which results in alleviating nausea, is anti-ulcer,
anti-inflammatory, anti-asthmatic, normalizes blood pressure and prevents
potentially fatal cerebral vaso-spasms [or spasms of the cerebral blood
vessels—–>strokes]
29-stimulates immunity
30-prevents metastasis by inhibiting platelet aggregation
31-normalizes blood sugar
32-increases sperm motility and content
33-increases systemic circulation
34-produces a 77.4% correction of breech births by applying a ginger paste to a specific acupuncture point
35-remedy for swollen glands, chest and head colds, flu, ginger possesses a significant anti-histamine activity and an intense anti-tussive effect, rivaling that of codeine.
36-ginger compresses relieve-neuralgia, stiffness, swollen glands, toothache, asthma, bronchitis
37-stimulates lymph gland detoxification
38-relieves diarrhea or constipation
39-ginger contains-capsaicin, camphor, caprilic acid, lauric acid, oleic acid, chlorogenic acid, beta-sitosterol, phyto-sterols, carotenoids, curcumin, lecithin, kaempferol, limonene, quercetin, ferulic acid, glyoxyl, methoxy-glyoxyl, benzaldehyde, [the last 3 inhibit cancer], myrecetin, myristic acid, phytosterols, serine, tyrosine, lysine, proline, valine, cysteine, cystine, methionine, glycine, GABA, arginine, phenylalanine, tryptophane, threonine, leucine, isoleucine,
magnesium, manganese, copper, potassium, silicon, zinc, selenium, boron, chromium, iron, germanium, calcium, cobalt, fluorine, nickel, nitrogen, phosphorus, sodium, `B1.B2, B3, B5, B6, ascorbic acid,
40-ginger can reduce a lactatiing mother’s milk flow
41-ginger has been effectively used for…
a-increase circulation
b-treating chickenpox, mumps, measles
c-reducing hypoglycemia [with licorice]
d-soothing or eliminating colitis and infections in general
e-relieving chest, heart pain, angina
f-’marked relief’ from rheumatoid or osteo-arthritis
g-effectively enhances all phases of digestion/assimilation.
42-daily consumption of ginger may enhance digestion and absorption of nutrients by as much as 200%
43-best results come from use of raw rhizome or root
44-Trikatu-an Aurvedic formula consisting of ginger, long pepper and black pepper...1-promotes absorption from the gastro-intestinal tract,
2-causes increased production of bile.
45-ginger is a transdermal remedy accelerator [increases skin absorption of other nutrients or hormones]
c-Rosemary
In todays aromatherapy
Rosemary is for emotions, it is used to energize and stimulate the central
nervous system. It has an effect of clearing the head, to provide mental
stability. It helps in memory retained, and stimulating the memory.
Rosemary essential oil
is used to alleviate headaches and migraines, and as a general pain reliever
for muscles. It can be used as a hear tonic to help normalize blood pressure.
It is also used in vaporizer to clear the head and chest and to get rid of
chest infections.
Rosemary has impressive healing properties and is
also an excellent nerve tonic. A few drops of the essential oil in the bath
restores energy levels after a period of prolonged stress. It can also be used
in a burner to help concentration. Rosemary has always been associated with the
mind and improving the memory. Dab some oil onto wrist bands or a hairband to
boost mental power. Studies have shown that as well as being a stimulant to the
nervous system, rosemary essential oil is primarily antiseptic and
anti-bacterial. The warming and stimulating effects of rosemary help clear
phlegm from the head and chest which is why it has traditionally been used as a
remedy for upper respiratory ailments such as acute bronchitis, catarrh and
colds. For such complaints it can be used in steam inhalations, diluted in a
carrier oil and applied as a chest rub or simply added to the bath. People with
bad circulation can benefit greatly from it. It is also good as a rinse for
dark hair as it increases shine and helps with dandruff.
d-Hawthorn:
By the early 1800's, American physicians recognized the herb's medicinal properties and began using it to treat circulatory disorders and respiratory illnesses. Considered a "cardiotonic" herb, the flowers and berries of the hawthorn plant have been used in traditional medicine to treat irregular heartbeat, high blood pressure, chest pain, hardening of the arteries, and congestive heart failure.
Hawthorn has numerous beneficial actions on the heart and blood vessels. It improves coronary artery blood flow and the contractions of the heart muscle. Also, it mildly inhibits angiotensin-converting enzyme (ACE) and reduces production of the potent blood vessel-constricting substance angiotensin II. This reduces resistance in arteries and improves extremity circulation. The bioflavonoids in hawthorn are potent antioxidants. Hawthorn extracts mildly lower high blood pressure in some individuals
e-Green tea:
Green tea and extract is a bioflavonoid-rich, potent source of polyphenols, a class of bioflavonoids, that are potent anti-oxidants which quench ‘free radicals.’
Green tea may prevent cancer:
1-it neutralizes cancer causing agents
2-protects cells from mutation by cancer causing agents
3-it protects from free radical damage [together with ginger, turmeric, ginkgo, rosemary,]
4-protects cells from ionizing radiation [sun, x-rays, fall-out]
Green tea also has potent protection against cardio-vascular diseases
1-it inhibits abnormal blood clotting,
reduces platelet aggregation
2-reduces high blood cholesterol
3-reduces high blood pressure by inhibition of angiotensis-converting enzyme
4-inhibits oxidation of LDL cholesterol in the arterial wall
Green tea also:
1-reduces blood glucose levels
2-inhibits viruses and bacteria, including those that cause cavities
3-acts as a general anti-oxidant
4-gout: polyphenols in green tea suppress the production of a uremic toxin...methylguanidine
f-Citrus:
Citrus supply Vitamin C, folic acid, potassium, pectin and more than 60 flavonoids that have anti-inflammatory and anti-tumopur activity, they inhibit blood clots and have strong anti-oxidant activity. Liminoids in citrus possess the ability to inhibit tumour formation by stimulating the enzymes glutathione-S-transferase. [the outstanding finding in cancer is the almost complete lack of glutathione].
Orange and lemon oil [in skin] contains
substantial amounts of limonene, a terpene that possesses anti-cancer activity
[especially protective against breast cancer
Herb Teas:
The above herbs maybe with hibiscus, lemon balm and mint, make a highly delicious and potent anti-oxidant drink. In addition, most of these herbs may be readily grown in the garden or easily sourced.
Serve with lemon juice and honey, nothing better!!
Reversing acid hypoxia:
The balance of this thesis deals with reversing acid hypoxia. Beginning with the suggested herb teas, magnet therapy, nutrition, detoxification, hormonal balancing, blood sugar normalization all have a place in this protocol.
The end of the thesis will summarize the points and make specific suggestions.