Chinese Medicine
Premature Ventricular Contractions (PVCs)
abstracted and translated by Bob Flaws, LAc, FNAAOM (USA), FRCHM (UK)
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Inflammation and Heart Disease: A Holistic Perspective
by William Ferril, MD
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Naturopathic Perspectives
Considerations in the Prevention of Seasonal Allergic Rhinitis
by Jason Barker, ND, and Chris Meletis, ND
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Instantly Reduce High Blood Pressure Using Soft Tissue Reflexes
by Stephen Kaufman, DC
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Oxygen Homeostasis
Oxygen Governs the Inflammatory Response and Adjudicates Man-Microbe Conflicts
by Majid Ali, MD
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Book Review
The Principles and Practice of Integrative Medicine, Volume 3: Dysoxygenosis and Oxystatic Therapies
by Majid Ali, MD
review by Katherine Duff
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Letter from the Publisher

Cardiovascular Disease
by Dr. Chris D. Melitis
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the US. Now more than ever it is important to understand the various risk factors and treatments. Fortunately, there are many clinical markers that can be used to quantify risk and measure successful therapeutic intervention, and there are many natural therapies that address various aspects of disease risk.

Clearing Up the Cholesterol Confusion
by Steven Sinatra, MD, FACC, FACN
A well-known cardiologist explains why he doesn't think lowering cholesterol is the answer for preventing heart disease, and debunks the routine prescription of statins for all but specific cases.

Lipitor-Associated Memory Loss: Analysis of 662 Cases of Cognitive Damage Reported to MedWatch
by Duane Graveline, MD MPH, and Jay S. Cohen, MD
Statin drugs are known to have side effects, but even most physicians may not know how they can affect cognitive functioning. In this report, the authors present their survey of FDA data, showing a clear link between atorvastatin and amnesia.

Clinical Efficacy of Systemic Enzyme Support
by Joseph J. Collins, RN, ND
Enzymes guide all bodily processes. In diseases that are difficult to manage, enzyme supplementation has been shown to be effective for a variety of conditions. This article discusses the many therapeutic benefits of systemic enzyme support and reviews the research.

The Argument for a Vegetarian Diet – Part 2
by Gary Null, PhD, and Martin Feldman, MD
Eating meat may harm more than just your health. Livestock production poses numerous threats to the environment, depletes resources, and even contributes to world hunger. Adopting a vegetarian diet would be an effective and powerful solution.

Control of Cigarette Cravings with Cranial Electrotherapy
Stimulation
by William S. Eidelman, MD
As yet there are no established methods to relieve cigarette cravings. The author, who uses the CES device for other treatment purposes, did a study to investigate whether it can ease smokers' withdrawal symptoms. The results have important implications for public health.

Vein Lite: A Chinese Herbal Formula for Cardiovascular Problems
by Tsu-Tsair Chi, NMD, PhD
Studies are showing that this unique combination of herbs apparently improves circulation and blood pressure throughout the body, not just the heart. While more research is needed, this product holds much promise for those who suffer from coronary artery disease and other cardiovascular conditions.

Heart Disease Practice Guidelines
Alan R. Gaby, MD

In Memorium

In Memoriam: Thomas Dorman, MD

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