TL’s publisher comments on some articles in this month’s issue, including the wild west of regenerative therapies, EDTA chelation research, and a reprinted, peer-reviewed article that looks at mRNA vaccine technology.
Shorts
Jule Klotter
This month’s column looks at the adverse effects of wearing masks, the use of hydrogen peroxide to prevent and treat respiratory infections, and the benefits of gardening as we age.
Literature Review & Commentary
Alan R. Gaby, MD
Zinc lozenges for the common cold, green tea to help prevent upper respiratory infections, and niacinamide and zinc to treat the chronic, painful condition hidradenitis suppurativa are among this month’s topics.
Fortifying the Body to Defend Against Upper Respiratory Tract Infections
Chris D. Meletis, ND, and Kimberly Wilkes, BSc
A naturopathic doctor explains many modifiable, self-care factors that strengthen the body’s immune response to upper respiratory tract infections.
Severity of Gastroesophageal Reflux and Its Complications Are Increased in Males
Steven Sandberg-Lewis, ND
An authority on naturopathic gastroenterology discusses the risks of gastroesophageal reflux and how to monitor and halt progression or reverse Barrett’s esophagus, which is more common in men.
An Integrative Approach to an Enlarged Prostate and Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
Geo Espinosa, ND, LAc, IFMCP, CNS
A functional medicine and naturopathic approach that includes exercise, diet, and botanicals can help manage the urinary tract symptoms that affect men with benign prostatic hyperplasia.
Demystifying the Wild West of Regenerative Medicine
Sharon McQuillan, MD
This introduction to the new field of regenerative medicine – which uses human cells, tissues, or cellular-based products to treat degenerative conditions – provides patients with questions to ask before choosing a treatment.
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Chelation Therapy in Cardiovascular Disease: An Update on the Science
Joel Kahn, MD, FACC
Integrative cardiologist and founder of Kahn Center for Cardiac Longevity (Michigan) Joel Kahn, MD, presents the many clinical studies, beginning with the long-term Trial to Assess Chelation Therapy (TACT), that support EDTA chelation with oral high-dose supplementation as an effective therapy for cardiovascular diseases.
Noctcaelador in the Anthropocene Age
Douglas Lobay, BSc, ND
In these stressful times, stargazing may be just what the doctor ordered.
Nitric Oxide and Immune Health
Elizabeth Shirley, RPh, CCN
Nitric oxide, produced in decreasing amounts as we age, plays important roles in circulation, vascular physiology, and immune function; low levels have been linked to increased severity and death rates in COVID-19 patients.
CDC Should Make COVID-19 Vaccine V-Safe, Side Effects Self-Reporting “Opt Out” Instead of “Opt In”
Erik Peper, PhD
CDC’s V-safe app to track safety of the emergency use COVID vaccines is unlikely to provide accurate, long-term, follow-up data.
The Critical Role of NAD+ and Nitric Oxide Replenishment in Anti-Aging Medicine
Chris D. Meletis, ND, and Kimberly Wilkes, BSc
Supporting mitochondrial function with nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide (NAD+) and improving circulation with nitric oxide are key ways to slow cognitive decline and other manifestations of aging.
Electro-Acupuncture and Low Back Pain
Sabrina Brunner, DACM
Electro-acupuncture, cupping, and medical massage relieve chronic back pain in a professional wrestler.
Stephanie Seneff, and Greg Nigh
This literature review takes a close look at mRNA technology used to make the Pfizer and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines and at their possible long-term consequences to health.
Letter to the Editor
Reply to Dr. Lyn Patrick’s Letter to the Editor
Ask Dr. J
Jim Cross, ND, LAc
I’m Hot/You’re Hot
Fevers help the body fight infection. In most cases, naturopathic medicine advocates working with the process via rest, drinking plenty of fluids, and maybe a little hydrotherapy rather than taking a fever-reducing pill.
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Pediatric Pearls
Michelle Perro, MD
Viral Infections in Children: The Common Cold Conundrum
When is a child’s runny nose a common cold and when is it something more? In-office tests can help identify four common viral illnesses and lead to treatment.
Environmental Medicine Update
Marianne Marchese, ND
Is Climate Change Increasing Toxicant Exposure?
Climate change threatens to increase chemical contamination of our food, water, and air–making the need to be aware of environmental toxins’ effects on health all the more important.
Curmudgeon’s Corner
Jacob Schor, ND, FABNO
Moderate, regular exercise may be the best advice for increasing lifespan, according to the Curmudgeon’s literature review.
Editorial
Alan R. Gaby, MD
Proton Pump Inhibitors: Overused and Unsafe for Long-Term Use
This month, Dr. Gaby explains the many adverse health effects caused by long-term use of proton pump inhibitors and offers alternative treatments.
