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GOD’S SEVEN
HEALING WONDERS
Miracle Cures That Change Lives
Table of Contents
Cure #1:
Get Ready to Toss Your Pain Pills in the Trash:
Reduce Inflammation and Eliminate Your Pain Naturally.................... 1

Cure #2:
Regrow Brain Cells, Fight off Toxic Proteins,
and Reverse the Signs of Alzheimer’s and Dementia................................4

Cure #3:
Put Away Those Dangerous Drugs…
And Try These Natural Alternatives................................................................ 9

Cure #4:
What Relief! Natural Ways to Curb Your Pain............................................ 14

Cure #5:
Having Trouble Sleeping? These Solutions Can Help.............................. 19

Cure #6:
Say Goodbye to Your Diabetes Medication.................................................. 22

Cure #7:
Wheat Germ Extract: A Promising New Cancer Fighter........................ 25

Bonus Report #1:


Heaven’s Nectar: Forbidden Food Fights Father Time..........................27

Bonus Report #2:


Gabriel’s Horn: God’s Greatest Gift.................................................................30

Hope & Healing


A prayer book with 8 therapeutic prayers..................................................32

References......................................................................................................................35
God’s 7 Healing Wonders: Miracle Cures That Change Lives  •  1

CURE #1

Get Ready to Toss Your


Pain Pills in the Trash:
Reduce Inflammation and
Eliminate Your Pain Naturally

A re you one of the millions of Americans suffering with debilitating pain


but concerned about the long-term side effects of pain medications? I see
patients practically every day who are dealing with some sort of chronic pain
including arthritis, fibromyalgia, headaches, and all sorts of chronic inflam-
matory disorders. Car accidents, athletic injuries, aging, and autoimmune dis-
eases are often at the root of the pain. But the result is the same, suffering and
a life that’s been put on hold because of it.
Most of these patients are using one or more pain medications such as
non-steroidal anti-inflammatories including ibuprofen or acetaminophen.
Also popular are prescription COX-2 inhibitors such as Celebrex. And for the
most serious pain cases, narcotics such as oxycodone may have been prescribed.
The potential side effects from these drugs range from the serious to the
deadly and can include addiction, kidney failure, liver failure, and an increased
risk of heart attack. While these medications are great to initially reduce acute
pain, they become a clear health risk if you start using them for the long term.
At the Stengler Center for Integrative Medicine, we use a variety of healing
methods to naturally reduce pain and inflammation. This often includes treat-
ments such as acupuncture, osteopathic soft tissue therapy and manipulation,
cold laser therapy (use of photons of light penetrating the body), prolotherapy
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(injection of a non-medicinal substance that stimulates tissue healing), hydro-


therapy (topical application of hot and/or warm), and infrared therapy (use of
infrared heat to penetrate the body). These therapies help your body to heal,
driving away the pain.
Both oral and topical supplements can help with inflammation and pain
relief as well. However, it’s important to keep in mind that unlike the immedi-
ate effect you can see with pain medications, supplements often have a build-
ing effect and the longer you’re on them, the better they work. The reason for
this is that these internal anti-inflammatory supplements not only block pain
but the actually go to work naturally healing your cells and tissues which are
injured. So, instead of just masking the pain, they’re making you better. There
are three oral supplements and a topical formula that I find works consistently
well with my patients.

Significant decreases in pain with MSM


Methylsulfonylmethane, commonly called simply MSM, is a tremendous
natural anti-inflammatory and pain reliever. Interestingly, it’s found naturally in
green vegetables although much higher doses are required in supplement form to
benefit from its pain relieving effects.
MSM contains the mineral sulfur which is important for the production
and healing of muscles and connective tissue in the body. For example, a study
involving fifty men and women ages 40 to 76 with osteoarthritis of the knee
were supplemented with 3000 mg twice daily of MSM or a placebo for 12
weeks. Compared to placebo, the MSM group had significant decreases in
pain and physical function impairment.1
My experience with MSM over the last 17 years is that users often do not
supplement with high enough doses to get substantial improvement. I find
6000 mg and higher works well for a lot of patients.

“Significant improvement in 4 to 6 weeks


and fully pain free after 10”
I was diagnosed with polymyalgia rheumatica by a rheumatologist. This is a very painful,
inflammatory condition that causes muscle pain and stiffness. I was offered steroids as a treat-
ment but declined due to my concern of side effects. I had a lot of pain just taking small steps
and could not bend down or even comb my hair or dress myself. I saw Dr. Mark Stengler at his
clinic, and he put me on a natural program to reduce the pain and inflammation. I had significant
improvement in 4 to 6 weeks and was fully pain free after 10 weeks. I think Dr. Stengler is
great. Many thanks to you Dr. Stengler.
—B.E., San Diego, CA
God’s 7 Healing Wonders: Miracle Cures That Change Lives  •  3

Reduce pain and inflammation with this spice


Turmeric has revealed itself to be a natural anti-inflammatory superstar in
recent years. The spice can help reduce pain and inflammation anywhere in the
body. One study found it was comparable to the common drug ibuprofen in
relieving osteoarthritis pain.2 Another study found that the main compound in
turmeric known as curcumin reduced symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis.3
Look for a standardized extract such as MerivaTM that has good clinical
data. A typical dosage is 500 mg three times daily.
One important note, if you’re on blood thinning medication check with
your doctor before supplementing with either MSM or turmeric.

Twice as effective as glucosamine and chondroitin


Collagen is great for any connective tissue and joint related condition. It
has been shown to benefit those with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthri-
tis.4,5 It reduces various inflammatory compounds in the body and calms an
overactive immune system, such as found with rheumatoid arthritis. One
form of collagen that has been well studied is known as UC-IITM. It was found
to be more than twice as effective as therapeutic dosages of the popular ar-
thritis supplements glucosamine and chondroitin sulphate.6 I have also found
collagen effective for treating degenerated discs of the spine.

Provides pain relief deep into your tissues


DMSO, also known scientifically as Dimethylsulfoxide, is a wonderful topi-
cal agent for reducing pain and inflammation affecting the muscles and joints.
In fact, it’s so effective that it’s even used on prized racing horses to relieve mus-
cle and joint injuries. It’s generally applied topically two to three times daily.
Besides being an effective pain reliever on its own, DMSO can help to carry
other pain medications deeper into your tissues or joints for even better pain
relieving effects. Sometimes I prescribe formulations from a compounding
pharmacy with DMSO and various pain relieving medications such as ke-
toprofen a general pain reliever, gabapentin a nerve pain reducer, or cyclo-
benzaprine a muscle relaxer. For localized pain and inflammation, this works
wonders and without the risks of taking medications internally. The concen-
tration of DMSO for this purpose is usually 5 to 10 percent. Your local holistic
doctor can help you with this.
I have also seen really good results with topical over the counter formula-
tions containing menthol and capsaicin. One example of a formulation I often
recommend is Soothanol by our affiliate North Star Nutritionals. A few drops
are rubbed into the area of injury two to three times a day. I even use Soothanol
myself. Like the time I injured my ribs and although the x-ray was normal, it hurt
just to breathe. Soothanol provided several hours of relief every time I applied it.
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CURE: #2

Regrow Brain Cells,


Fight off Toxic Proteins,
and Reverse the Signs of
Alzheimer’s and Dementia
By: Michele Cagan, Health Sciences Institute

B y the time symptoms start to appear, it’s too late. The damage is done. Alz-
heimer’s disease is insidious, sneaking up on you with stealth, then taking
away everything you hold dear.
But this cruel disease can be held off, and some function can be restored.
More importantly, you can keep it from ever taking hold in the first place.
With a single safe, natural substance, you can protect the brain cells you have,
and maybe even replace some of those that have been lost. What’s more, this
remarkable brain saver has been helping people suffering from the worst neuro-
logical diseases, both preventing and treating Alzheimer’s disease and dementia.

Memory of a lion, nerves of steel


With its cascading snowy white tendrils, this mushroom literally looks like
a lion’s mane—and that’s where its name comes from. An ancient staple of
Chinese medicine, Lion’s Mane (Hericium erinaceus) is relied on for its brain
enhancing powers. In fact, traditionally, Lion’s Mane is believed to bestow the
memory of a lion and nerves of steel.
God’s 7 Healing Wonders: Miracle Cures That Change Lives  •  5

Scientifically, Lion’s Mane has been found to contain unique active com-
pounds that combat memory loss and decreasing cognitive powers often as-
sociated with aging. Specifically, this medicinal mushroom may:
• Improve memory function
• Enhance mental clarity
• Stimulate coordination
• Boost the immune system
• Promote production of NGF (more on this in a moment)
• Regenerate brain cells
That’s right—that last point says that Lion’s Mane, and particularly a spe-
cific patented extract of the mushroom, can help regenerate brain cells, which
may be the key to its success in treating Alzheimer’s and dementia patients.

100% of dementia patients had


improvement in daily functioning
Let’s start right in with the meat and potatoes here. A small Japanese study1
looked at the benefits of Lion’s Mane in fifty elderly disabled patients (with
an additional fifty patients as controls). Of those fifty, seven suffered from
dementia.
After consuming 5g daily of Lion’s Mane for six months, all seven demen-
tia patients—100%!—showed improvement in basic functions based on an
objective assessment called FIM (Functional Independence Measure), which
measures everyday activities like eating, getting dressed, and walking around.
On top of that 100% success rate, six out of the seven also showed improve-
ment in some pretty important ways: They recovered some crucial cognitive
powers, like better memory, understanding, and communication.
Those results are nothing short of incredible. And we’re just getting started.

Substantial improvement in cognitive


function with Lion’s Mane
A small 2009 study2 saw noticeable improvement for patients with mild
cognitive impairment (MCI). The patients were split into two groups: One
group took yamabushitake (the Japanese word for Lion’s Mane mushroom)
three times daily, while the other group took placebos. That part of the study
lasted for sixteen weeks, and the patients had their cognitive function tested
several times during that period.
By week sixteen, 71% of the Lion’s Mane group had improved by at least
three full points on the thirty point scale (that’s considered a huge jump). And
another 21% of that group had seen a two-point increase. In fact, only one of
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the subjects in the mushroom group was considered ‘unchanged,’ compared


to nearly 87% in the placebo group.
But the study didn’t end there. Four weeks after the study was completed,
the patients were tested again. And this time, the scores in the mushroom
group dropped substantially. That led the researchers to conclude that patients
would need to take the Lion’s Mane continuously to keep its effects going.
So we know that Lion’s Mane can reverse some cognitive decline—even
help people regain some independence in their lives. That alone would make
it worth trying, but some very dedicated scientists focused on harnessing the
mushroom’s capability in an even more powerful form.

Powerful extract sparks brain power by growing


new brain cells and stopping lethal toxins
Back in 1991, a dedicated scientist named Dr. Hiokazu Kawagishi was
hunting for compounds that could get brain cells growing again. But he hit a
barrier—the blood brain barrier (or BBB), that is. You see, your brain is highly
protected, and very few things can get past the BBB. That makes it very diffi-
cult to boost brain power.
Then Dr. Kawagishi stumbled across compounds called hericenones, and
found that (at least in the lab), they could stimulate a very special protein
called NGF—the very protein that’s responsible for growing brain cells. Even
better, those compounds, which come from Lion’s Mane, were able to cross
the BBB.3
As he kept working with Lion’s Mane, Dr. Kawagishi discovered yet anoth-
er brain-protecting agent, this one called amyloban. And this fraction does
something truly amazing: It protects your brain cells from the toxic damage
brought on by beta amyloid peptide—the main component of the brain-de-
stroying plaque that develops in patients with Alzheimer’s disease.
Scientists also isolated another active compound from amyloban, known
as DLPE (dilinoleoyl-phosphatidylethanolamine). DLPE has shown some
very powerful brain cell protection in vitro by inhibiting something called ER
stress, which is known to destroy brain cells.4
With these three active substances—one that protects against toxic plaque,
one that protects against deadly ER stress, and one that promotes new brain cell
growth—Alzheimer’s disease and dementia can be fought on three critical fronts.
So Dr. Kawagishi joined forces with Dr. Cun Zhuang, and together they
developed a standardized extract (called Amycenone) that contains both heri-
cenones and amyloban (which, by the way, is patented as an anti-dementia
agent in Japan). And that proprietary extract is the key component of a sup-
plement called Amyloban 3399.
God’s 7 Healing Wonders: Miracle Cures That Change Lives  •  7

One woman’s journey from dementia to healthy


with Amyloban 3399—a case study
Lin S. was an 81-year-old woman who’d struggled with depression and de-
clining cognitive function for years. After several hospitalizations over several
years, she made her way to the clinic of Dr. Inanaga… and her life was immea-
surably improved.5
He started her on Amyloban 3399 (added to other medications and herbs
she was taking). And after just two months, he saw ‘notable clinical improve-
ment.’ On a clinical scale, her dementia rating went from a score between 20
and 22 (borderline dementia) to 29—a normal score. And the changes in her
everyday life are even more compelling:
• Four years earlier, she struggled to name even four vegetables, but after
Amyloban 3399 treatment she can name as many as she’s asked to with-
out hesitation.
• She couldn’t cook before, and now she can.
• S he can now solve double-digit subtraction problems, which she
couldn’t before Amyloban 3399.
• Scary dreams have vanished.
•A  nd she handles separation from her husband much more easily,
whereas before treatment she became anxious if he spent more than
ten minutes bathing.
While increased scores on scales are impressive, what really matters is ev-
eryday life. And that’s what Dr. Inanaga saw improved for his patient: A true
change for the better in her quality of life.

Amycenone takes on Aricept…and wins


Though individual results with Amyloban 3399 are quite remarkable, re-
search on the extract is just getting started, with extremely promising results.
Like in this animal study6, where the Lion’s Mane extract was pitted against
one of the world’s most popular Alzheimer’s drugs—donepezil, better known
by its brand name, Aricept.
Scientists started with Alzheimer Type Dementia model rats, and gave
them either donezepil, a medium dose of Amycenone (the ‘equivalent’ to how
much amyloban extract a person would take), a high dose of Amycenone,
or nothing. Then the rats had to fend for themselves in something called the
Morris Water Maze Test.

Aricept: Are the risks worth it?


Aricept (according to the Aricept website) is considered successful if the
Alzheimer’s patient doesn’t get worse, or if his decline slows down—meaning
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he’s still getting worse, but more slowly. And a very lucky few may actually see
slight improvement in symptoms.
But that minimal improvement comes with a very disturbing downside in
the form of pretty scary adverse reactions. Common adverse reactions (taken
straight from Aricept’s prescribing information) include things like extremely
slow heartbeat and fainting, gastrointestinal bleeding, bladder obstructions,
and convulsions.
It gets even scarier when you look at the less common reactions: congestive
heart failure, bone fractures, intracranial hemorrhage (that’s bleeding in the
brain!), strokes (a form called TIA), collapsed lungs, and kidney failure…just
to name a few.

When you consider the benefits you might see


compared to the risks, is it really worth it?
The rats taking either dose of amyloban extract performed much better
than the untreated rats, showing huge improvements in learning memory and
recognition. Plus, the rats in the high dose Amycenone group did at least as
well—and sometimes better—than the rats taking donepezil.
And when it came to increasing NGF levels in their brains, the rats in the
high dose Amycenone group beat the pants off all the donezepil group in ev-
ery test. The medium dose amyloban group did very well, too. In all of the
tests, NGF levels were significantly higher in the high-dose extract group than
in the drug group. In fact, even the medium-dose extract group had higher
NGF levels in half the tests.

Treating dementia and Alzheimer’s disease


with Amyloban 3399
Amyloban 3399 can protect your brain from cognitive decline and even
help turn things around if a slide has already begun.
The recommended therapeutic dose of Amyloban 3399 is three tablets, two
times daily. For maintenance or prevention purposes, the suggested dose is
lower: two tablets taken twice a day.
You can order Amyloban 3399 through Mushroom Wisdom by calling
(800)747-7418; or online at www.MushroomWisdom.com.
God’s 7 Healing Wonders: Miracle Cures That Change Lives  •  9

CURE: 3

Put Away Those Dangerous


Drugs…And Try These
Natural Alternatives

I sn’t it strange when some wholesome-­looking actor appears on a TV com-


mercial to promote a pharmaceutical? The ad tells you how great the drug
is, then proceeds with a long, rapid-fire listing of potential side effects. What
a contradiction!
It’s difficult to believe, but Americans spend close to $200 billion each year
on prescription drugs. Now, many people are concerned about the side effects of
these medications—and with good reason. Each year, 2.9 percent to 3.7 percent
of hospitalizations in the US are due to adverse reactions to medications.
The solution is to get healthy—and to stay healthy—using natural meth-
ods. Many nutritional supplements can be used safely and effectively in place
of prescription medications. Whether you’re treating heartburn, high blood
pressure, elevated cholesterol, depression or any number of other common
ailments, there are excellent natural alternatives to be considered.
Caution: Do not stop taking a prescription drug or begin using a supple-
ment unless you are being monitored by a health professional. These natural
alternatives work best when combined with diet and lifestyle improvements,
particularly regular exercise, stress-reduction techniques and adequate sleep.

Stomach medications
Up to 18 percent of Americans experience heartburn at least once week-
ly. Heartburn that occurs more than twice per week may be gastroesophageal
10  •  God’s 7 Healing Wonders: Miracle Cures That Change Lives

reflux disease (or GERD), a condition in which stomach contents back up


into the esophagus. The most commonly prescribed drugs for heartburn and
GERD are esomeprazole (Nexium), lansoprazole (Prevacid), rabeprazole (Aci-
phex), omeprazole (Prilosec), pantoprazole (Protonix). Known as proton pump
inhibitors (PPIs), all of these drugs block the production of stomach acid. And
they carry a hefty price tag—about four dollars per dose. Potential side effects
include diarrhea, vomiting, headache, rash, dizziness, abnormal heartbeat,
muscle pain, leg cramps and water retention.
Natural alternatives: Try them in this ­order —each one alone—for two
weeks at a time until you find what works effectively for you. You can take
more than one at a time.
• Licorice root (in chewable wafers or powder form) reduces heartburn
and irritation of the digestive tract lining. Take 500 mg to 1,000 mg three
times daily 30 minutes before meals. A special type of licorice root, known as
deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL), does not elevate blood pressure, as do some
varieties of the herb. DGL is widely available at health-food stores and phar-
macies. It should relieve your symptoms within two weeks. Take as needed if
symptoms recur.
• Nux vomica, a homeopathic remedy derived from the seeds of the poi-
son nut tree, has helped many of my patients reduce or eliminate heartburn.
It soothes irritation of the digestive lining and is believed to help the upper
esophageal valve close more efficiently, thereby preventing reflux. Take two
30C potency pellets three times daily until your symptoms are eliminated.
Improvement should occur within two weeks. Resume treatment if symptoms
return. Because nux vomica is also used to treat asthma, it is good for asth-
matics who suffer from heartburn.
• Aloe vera, a cactuslike member of the lily family, soothes and promotes
healing of the lining of the digestive tract. Some individuals who don’t re-
spond to DGL get relief from aloe vera. Drink one-quarter cup of aloe vera
juice or take a 500-mg capsule three times daily.

Antidepressants
Sertaline (Zoloft), escitalopram (Lexapro) and fluoxetine (Prozac) are the
most popular prescription antidepressants sold in the US. They belong to a
class of drugs called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Serotonin, a
neurotransmitter (chemical messenger) produced by nerve cells in the brain,
plays an important role in balancing mood. SSRIs temporarily block sero-
tonin from returning to the neuron that released it, boosting the amount of
available serotonin.
Potential side effects of SSRIs include drowsiness, nervousness, insomnia,
dizziness, nausea, tremors, loss of appetite, headache, diarrhea, dry mouth, ir-
God’s 7 Healing Wonders: Miracle Cures That Change Lives  •  11

regular heartbeat, skin rash, weight loss or weight gain and activation of ma-
nia in patients with bipolar disorder (also known as manic-depressive illness).
These drugs also can cause sexual side effects, including loss of libido and de-
crease in the intensity of orgasms. In July 2005, the FDA warned that children
and adults taking antidepressants should be monitored for signs of worsening
depression or suicidal thoughts.
Natural alternatives: Try them in this order for six to eight weeks. If effec-
tive, continue indef­initely. You can take more than one at a time.
• S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe), the nutritional supplement derived from
the amino acid methionine, is excellent for mild to moderate depression. SAMe
is thought to work by increasing the production of mood-boosting neurotrans-
mitters. Some studies have shown SAMe to be as effective as pharmaceutical
anti­depressants—or, in some cases, even more so. Take 400 mg two or three
times daily on an empty stomach. Do not use this supplement if you are taking
an antidepressant or antianxiety medication—or if you have bipolar disorder.
Like SSRIs, SAMe may activate a manic phase in bipolar patients.
• 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is a quick-acting, mood-enhancing ami-
no acid that I recommend for my patients with mild to moderate depression.
In the body, 5-HTP is converted into serotonin, helping to raise levels of this
mood-balancing neurotransmitter. Take 100 mg two to three times daily on
an empty stomach. Do not take 5-HTP in combination with pharmaceutical
antidepressant or antianxiety medication.
• St. John’s wort is an herb that is widely used in Europe to treat depres-
sion. In a review of 23 studies, it was found to be as effective as pharmaceutical
therapy for mild to moderate depression. I recommend taking 600 mg of a
0.3 percent hypericin extract in the morning and 300 mg in the afternoon or
evening. St. John’s wort should not be used by women who take birth control
pills or by anyone taking HIV medication or immune-suppressing drugs. Do
not take St. John’s wort with antidepressant or antianxiety medication.
• Fish oil has been shown to help mild to moderate depression. Take a formu-
la that contains 1,000 mg of combined docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) and eicos-
apentaenoic acid (EPA) daily. Nordic Naturals and Carlson’s both make good for-
mulas that are available at health-food stores. Fish oil can be taken indefinitely.
• B vitamins improve the efficiency of many functions, including the con-
version of glucose to fuel and the synthesis of neurotransmitters. Deficiencies
of B vitamins (notably B-3) can lead to anxiety and agitation. Take a 50-mg B
complex daily for as long as you like.

Cholesterol-lowering drugs
An estimated 11 million Americans take the cholesterol-­lowering medi-
cations called statins. Atorvastatin (Lipitor), simvastatin (Zocor) and rosuvas-
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tatin (Crestor) are the most commonly prescribed in the US. One month’s
supply of one of these drugs costs $80 to more than $120.
These drugs work by inhibiting a liver enzyme that helps produce the “bad”
cholesterol, known as low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol. These drugs
also decrease fats in the blood known as triglycerides and increase “good”
high- density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol levels. The possible side effects in-
clude abdominal pain and digestive upset, joint pain, and muscle weakness
and pain. One of the most frightening side effects is rhabdomyolysis. This con-
dition affects only one in 100,000 people taking statins each year, but it results
in severe pain and may cause kidney failure.
Natural alternative: Try red yeast rice extract, then retest cholesterol levels
in three months.
• Red yeast rice extract is a supplement that has been shown to reduce
total and LDL cholesterol levels by 11 percent to 32 percent and triglyceride
levels by 12 percent to 19 percent. It has been shown to raise HDL by 15 per-
cent to 30 percent. Take 2,400 mg of red yeast rice extract (containing 9.6 mg
to 13.5 mg total monacolins) daily. Side effects, such as mild gastrointestinal
discomfort, are rare. As with many products, red yeast rice extract should be
avoided by people with liver disease.
Important: If your cholesterol levels are significantly elevated (in the mid-
300s or higher), you may need to take a statin before trying this natural alter-
native. Statins also may be prescribed to help reduce inflammation following
a heart attack.

Blood pressure medication


High blood pressure (hypertension) is estimated to affect one of every
four adult Americans. Atenolol (Tenormin), lisinopril (Zestril) and furose-
mide (Lasix) are the most popular prescription drugs for high blood pressure.
These drugs are relatively inexpensive—ranging from $11 to $36 per month.
Tenormin (a so-called beta-blocker) works by blocking off nerve impulses
of the sympathetic nervous system, the portion of the involuntary nervous
system that helps control the body’s response to stress (the “fight or flight”
reaction). Blood pressure is then lowered by reducing the heart rate and the
force of the heart muscle contraction. Possible side effects include digestive
upset, fatigue, insomnia, impotence, light-headedness, slow heart rate, low
blood pressure (a dangerous condition that can lead to fainting and fatigue),
numbness, tingling, sore throat and short­ness of breath.
Lisinopril is an angiotensin-converting enzy­me (ACE) inhibitor. It triggers
the relaxation of blood vessels. Relaxed blood vessels help lower blood pres-
sure. Side effects of lisinopril could include chest pain, cough, diarrhea as well
as low blood pressure.
God’s 7 Healing Wonders: Miracle Cures That Change Lives  •  13

Furosemide is a diuretic that causes water excretion. By blocking absorp-


tion of salt and fluid in the kidneys, the drug causes an increase in urine out-
put. Water excretion helps reduce blood volume, which means less work for
your arteries and veins. Potential side effects include irregular heartbeat, diz-
ziness, abdominal pain or diarrhea, low blood pressure and an imbalance of
electrolytes (key minerals that are needed for vital body functions), leading to
muscle cramps or weakness.
Important: If you have moderate to severe high blood pressure (160/100
and above), you may need prescription medication. You may be able to limit
your need for prescription blood pressure drugs if you work with your doctor
to incorporate natural therapies.
Natural alternatives: Try the first two extracts below for 30 days. If your
blood pressure doesn’t improve, try using all of the natural treatments togeth-
er. You should see improvement within four weeks—and can continue the
regimen indefinitely.
• Hawthorn extract, derived from the berry of a thorny shrub with white
or pink flowers, dilates artery walls, decreasing systolic (top number) and dia-
stolic (bottom number) blood pressure by about 10 points each. Take 250 mg
to 500 mg three times daily. Hawthorn extract can have a mild blood-thinning
effect, so check with your doctor first if you are taking a blood thinner, such
as warfarin (Coumadin).
• Bonito fish extract, a protein from the muscle tissue of the bonito fish,
acts like a natural ACE inhibitor. I recommend a daily dose of 1,500 mg.
• Coenzyme Q10, an enzyme found in the energy-producing mitochon-
dria of all cells, has been shown to reduce both systolic and diastolic blood
pressure by five to 10 points. You may need to take 200 mg to 300 mg daily for
a blood pressure–lowering effect.
• Calcium and magnesium relax the nervous system and arteries, lower-
ing blood pressure. I suggest 500 mg of calcium and 250 mg of magnesium
twice daily.
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CURE: #4

What Relief!
Natural Ways to Curb Your Pain

N ot long ago, a 60-year-old woman came to my office suffering from severe


arthritis pain in both hands. I gave her a bean-sized dab of a homeopath-
ic gel that she applied directly to the skin on her hands. After a few applica-
tions in the span of 30 minutes, her pain was reduced by 90 percent. She did
not need to apply the gel again for two weeks.
I witnessed a similar result with a retired National Football League player.
He had severe chronic hip pain from past injuries. With one application of the
gel, his pain was relieved by 70 percent for two full days.
The relief that these people experienced has given them each a new lease
on life. But here’s the best news—unlike pharmaceutical pain relievers, which
often cause gastrointestinal upset or damage to internal organs, natural thera-
pies can reduce pain without adverse effects.

What are you taking for pain?


Most Americans take too many pharmaceutical pain relievers. An estimat-
ed 175 million American adults take over-the-counter (OTC) pain relievers
regularly. About one-fifth of Americans in their 60s take at least one painkiller
for chronic pain on a regular basis.
There has been a lot of news about the life-threatening risks of anti-in-
flammatory medications such as rofecoxib (Vioxx) and celecoxib (Celebrex),
two pain relievers that had been heavily prescribed by conventional doctors
to treat the chronic pain of arthritis and similar conditions. Vioxx was pulled
off the market by its manufacturer, Merck, following research that linked it to
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increased risk of heart attack and stroke. Celebrex now carries warnings about
adverse effects, such as increased risk of cardiovascular thrombotic events,
heart attack and stroke. Abdominal pain, diarrhea, skin reactions and edema
(water retention) may also occur.
Of course, pain-relieving drugs can be a blessing in the event of injury,
severe acute migraines, or diseases, such as terminal cancer. A number of
years ago, when I had a wisdom tooth extracted, I received a local anesthetic.
Afterward, I went to an acupuncturist for pain relief so I wouldn’t need any
painkillers. For about one hour after the acupuncture, I was fine—but then the
pain-relieving endorphins wore off. I tried a few natural remedies, but when
the pain became excruciating, I resorted to the OTC pain reliever acetamino-
phen (Tylenol). That did the trick.
But many people use painkillers on a regular basis for several months or
even years, which increases the risk of dangerous side effects. For instance,
people who rely on acetaminophen increase their risk of developing stom-
ach ulcers, liver disease and kidney disease. If you regularly take Celebrex
or an OTC nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID), such as aspirin or
naproxen (Aleve), you run the risk of kidney and stomach damage. Regular
use of NSAIDs also increases risk of heart attack, according to the FDA.

Better results, fewer risks


Before you take any remedy, it’s important for your doctor to identify what
is causing your pain. Remember, pain is your body’s distress signal that some-
thing is being irritated or damaged. Sometimes we protect ourselves by react-
ing instinctively. If you touch something hot, for example, you eliminate the
pain by quickly pulling back your hand.
But what if your back hurts? You may need a pain reliever—but back pain
also can be a signal that you’re harming your body by bending or sitting the
wrong way. You may need to address the underlying cause to prevent further
injury. Pain receptors are found in the skin, around bones and joints—even in
the walls of arteries. If a muscle is torn, for example, a pain signal is released
from fibers in the shredded tissue.
In light of the dangers from prescription and OTC drugs, what safe alterna-
tives are available to you? There are many natural supplements that I recommend.

Nature’s pain relievers


If you take prescription or OTC pain medication, work with a naturopathic
physician, holistic medical doctor or chiropractor who will incorporate nat-
ural pain fighters into your treatment regimen. With his/her help, you may
be able to reduce your dosage of pain medication (natural pain relievers can
be used safely with prescription or OTC painkillers)—or even eliminate the
drugs altogether.
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All-natural pain-fighting supplements are even more effective when they


are combined with phy­sical therapies, like acupuncture, chiropractic, magnet
therapy or osteopathic manipulation (a technique in which an osteopathic
physician uses his hands to move a patient’s muscles and joints with stretch-
ing, gentle pressure and resistance). Physiotherapy (a treatment that utilizes
physical agents, such as exercise and massage, to develop, maintain and re-
store movement and functional ability) also is helpful.
Here are—in no special order—the best natural pain relievers, which can
be taken alone or in combination…
• White willow bark extract is helpful for headaches, arthritis, muscle
aches and fever. In Europe, doctors prescribe this herbal remedy for back
pain, and recent research supports this use. One study conducted in Haifa,
Israel, involved 191 patients with chronic low-back pain who took one of two
doses of willow bark extract or a placebo daily for four weeks. Researchers
found that 39 percent of patients taking the higher dose of willow bark extract
had complete pain relief, compared with only six percent of those taking a
placebo. The participants who benefited the most took willow bark extract
that contained 240 mg of the compound salicin, the active constituent in this
herbal remedy. (Aspirin is made from acetylsalicylic acid, which has many
of the chemical properties of salicin.) However, aspirin can cause gastroin-
testinal ulceration and other side effects, including kidney damage. Willow
bark extract is believed to work by inhibiting naturally occurring enzymes
that cause inflammation and pain.
I recommend taking willow bark extract that contains 240 mg of salicin
daily. In rare cases, willow bark extract can cause mild stomach upset. Do not
take willow bark if you have a history of ulcers, gastritis or kidney disease. It
also should not be taken by anyone who is allergic to aspirin. As with aspirin,
willow bark extract should never be given to children under age 12 who have
a fever—in rare instances, it can cause a fatal disease called Reye’s syndrome.
Willow bark extract has blood-thinning properties, so avoid it if you take a
blood thinner, such as warfarin (Coumadin). For low-back pain, you may
need to take willow bark extract for a week or more before you get results.
• Methylsulfonylmethane (MSM) is a popular nutritional supplement that
relieves muscle and joint pain. According to Stanley Jacob, MD, a professor
at Oregon Health & Science University who has conducted much of the orig-
inal research on MSM, this supplement reduces inflammation by improving
blood flow. Your cells have receptors that send out pain signals when they’re
deprived of blood. That’s why increased blood flow diminishes pain.
MSM, the natural compound found in green vegetables, fruits and grains,
decreases muscle spasms and softens painful scar tissue from previous inju-
ries. A double-blind study of 50 people with osteoarthritis of the knee found
that MSM helps relieve arthritis pain.
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Start with a daily dose of 3,000 mg to 5,000 mg of MSM. If your pain and/
or inflammation doesn’t improve within five days, increase the dose up to
8,000 mg daily, taken in several doses throughout the day. If you develop di-
gestive upset or loose stools, reduce the dosage. If you prefer, you can apply
MSM cream (per the label instructions) to your skin at the painful area. This
product is available at health-food stores and works well for localized pain.
MSM has a mild blood-thinning effect, so check with your doctor if you take
a blood thinner.
• S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe) is a natural compound found in the body.
The supplement is an effective treatment for people who have osteoarthritis
accompanied by cartilage d ­ egeneration. SAMe’s ability to reduce pain, stiffness
and swelling is similar to that of NSAIDs such as ibuprofen and naproxen, and
the anti-inflammatory medication Celebrex. There’s also evidence that SAMe
stimulates cartilage repair, which helps prevent bones from rubbing against
one another. A 16-week study conducted at the University of California, Irvine,
compared two groups of people who were being treated for knee pain caused
by osteo­arthritis. Some took 1,200 mg of SAMe daily, while others took 200
mg of Celebrex. It took longer for people to get relief from SAMe, but by the
second month, SAMe proved to be just as effective as Celebrex.
Most patients with osteoarthritis and fibromyal­­gia (a disorder character-
ized by widespread pain in muscles, tendons and ligaments) who take SAMe
notice improvement within four to eight weeks. Many studies use 1,200 mg
of SAMe daily in divided doses. In my experience, taking 400 mg twice daily
works well. It’s a good idea to take a multivitamin or 50 mg B-complex sup-
plement daily while you’re taking SAMe. The vitamin B-12 and folic acid con-
tained in either supplement help your body metabolize SAMe, which means
that the remedy goes to work faster.
• Kaprex is effective for mild pain caused by injury or osteoarthritis. It is
a blend of hops, rosemary extract and oleanic acid, which is derived from ol-
ive leaf extract. Rather than blocking the body’s pain-causing enzymes, these
natural substances inhibit pain-causing chemicals known as prostaglandins.
In a study sponsored by the Institute for Functional Medicine, the research
arm of the supplement manufacturer Metagenics, taking Kaprex for six weeks
reduced minor pain by as much as 72 percent. I recommend taking one 440
mg tablet three times daily. Kaprex is manufactured by Metagenics (800-692-
9400, www.metagenics.com), the institute’s product branch. The product is
sold only in doctors’ offices. To find a practitioner in your area who sells Ka-
prex, call the toll-free number. Kaprex has no known side effects and does not
interact with other medications.
• Proteolytic enzymes, including bromelain, trypsin, chymotrypsin, pancre-
atin, papain and a range of protein-digesting enzymes derived from the fer-
mentation of fungus, reduce pain and inflammation by improving blood flow.
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You can find these natural pain fighters at health-food stores in products la-
beled “proteolytic enzymes.” Take as directed on the label. Bromelain, a favorite
of athletes, is available on its own. Extracted from pineapple stems, bromelain
reduces swelling by breaking down blood clots that can form as a result of
trauma and impede circulation. It works well for bruises, sprains and surgical
recovery. If you use bromelain, take 500 mg three times daily between meals.
Repair is a high-potency formula of p ­ roteolytic enzymes that I often rec-
ommend. It is manufactured by Enzymedica (to find a retailer, call 888-918-
1118 or go to www.enzymedica.com). Take two capsules two to three times
daily between meals. Do not take Repair or any proteolytic enzyme formula
if you have an active ulcer or gastritis. Any enzyme product can have a mild
blood-thinning effect, so check with your doctor if you take a blood thinner.
•PainMed is the homeopathic gel that gave such quick relief to the pa-
tients I described at the beginning of this article. It is remarkably effective for
relieving the pain of arthritis, muscle soreness and spasms, sprains, strains,
stiffness, headaches (especially due to tension) as well as injuries, including
bruises.
PainMed is a combination of nine highly diluted plant and flower materi-
als, including arnica, bryonia, hypericum and ledum. Like other homeopathic
remedies, it promotes the body’s ability to heal itself. A bean-sized dab works
well for anyone who has pain. It should be spread on the skin around the
affected area. Following an injury, use it every 15 minutes, for a total of up
to four applications. As the pain starts to diminish, apply less often. Do not
reapply the gel once the pain is gone. PainMed does not sting, burn or irritate
the skin. It is clear, has no odor, does not stain and dries quickly. Because it
has so many uses and works so rapidly, PainMed is a good first-aid remedy
to have on hand. To order, contact the manufacturer, GM International, Inc.,
(800-228-9850, www.gmipainmed.com).
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CURE: #5

Having Trouble Sleeping?


These Solutions Can Help

C onsistently getting a good night’s sleep is not just a luxury—it’s e­ ssential to


your health. Insufficient sleep not only leaves you feeling tired and irrita-
ble but also weakens your immune system and puts you at risk for d ­ epression,
weight gain and chronic headaches. To get the full health benefits of sleep,
most adults should aim for at least seven hours of uninterrupted sleep a night.
Many of my patients have trouble sleeping. I often help them determine the
nature of their sleep problem—and what might help.
See below for some of my natural remedies. Don’t try three solutions at
once. Once you find the remedies that work for you, you can use them in-
definitely. Before starting, check to make sure that your sleep problem is not
caused by any prescription medication you might be taking.

Trouble falling asleep


If you have trouble falling asleep for any reason when you first go to bed, try…
• Sublingual melatonin. Melatonin, the hor­mone produced in the pineal
gland in the brain, helps to control both sleep and wake cycles. Sublingual
melatonin supplements (lozenges placed under the tongue) generally work
better than either the capsules or tablets. Start with 1.5 mg of sublingual mel-
atonin, 30 to 45 min­­utes before bedtime. (If this doesn’t help within three
nights, try three mg.) Do not take melatonin if you are pregnant, breast-feed-
ing or taking oral contraceptives.
If you have feelings of anxiety, depression or stress, start with…
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• 5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP). The body uses this amino acid to manufac-


ture the “good mood” ­neurotransmitter serotonin. Taking a 5-HTP supplement
increases the body’s serotonin production, promoting the sense of well-being and
better resistance to stress. Start with 100 mg one hour before bedtime. (If symp-
toms don’t improve within three nights, try 200 mg.) Don’t take 5-HTP if you are
pregnant, breast-feeding or taking an antidepressant or antianxiety medication.
If 5-HTP (above) doesn’t help and you need a more aggressive approach to
anxiety and depression, add…
• SedaLin. This supplement, manufactured by Xymogen (health-care pro-
fessionals can order it at 800-647-6100, www.xymogen.com), can help relax
the nervous system. It contains Magnolia officinalis extract, from the bark of a
type of magnolia tree, to relieve anxiety… and Ziziphus spinosa extract from a
shrub to treat irritability and insomnia. Take one capsule at bedtime for a min-
imum of two weeks to allow your hormone levels to adjust. (SedaLin also can
be used on its own to relieve anxiety and nervousness during waking hours.
Since its main role is to calm the nervous system, it won’t make you drowsy.)
It is not recommended for women who are pregnant or breast-feeding.
If you are over age 60, try…
• Calcium and/or magnesium. These supplements can help s­ eniors, who
are most likely to be deficient in these minerals, fall asleep by r­elaxing the
nervous system. Take 500 mg of calcium with 250 mg of magnesium one hour
before bedtime. Some people are helped by taking either the calcium or the
magnesium alone. Find what works best for you.
If you are menopausal, try…
• Natural progesterone. This bioidentical hormone (not to be confused
with the pharmaceu­tical progestin) has a natural sedating effect for women
with sleep problems related to insufficient progesterone.
Best: Have your hormone levels tested. If progesterone is low, apply a total
of one-quarter to one-half teaspoon of progesterone cream to the inner fore-
arm and wrist or the inner thighs 30 minutes before bedtime.
One over-the-counter brand to try: Emerita Pro-Gest (800-888-6041,
www.emerita.com).
For a stronger effect, take a progesterone capsule (100 mg to 150 mg), avail-
able by ­prescription.
If you have trouble getting back to sleep…
• Eat a light snack before bedtime. Some people wake up in the night be-
cause their blood sugar dips, triggering the adrenal glands to produce adren-
aline—exactly what you don’t want while sleeping.
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Solution: Eat a small snack before bedtime, such as six ounces of organic
yogurt.
If you consistently wake up between midnight and two a.m., try…
• Balancing stress hormones. Many people wake up in the wee hours and
are unable to fall back to sleep quickly because of an imbalance in stress hor-
mones. Melatonin can help. In addition, try…
• Walking after dinner. Exercise of any kind decreases the production of
stress hormones. Exercise as early as possible during the evening, at least three
hours before bedtime.
• Listening to relaxing music. One study showed that listening to relax-
ing music (such as classical) for 45 minutes before bedtime resulted in bet-
ter-quality and longer sleep.
If you consistently wake up b­ etween 2 a.m. and 4 a.m., try…
• Balancing other hormones. Waking between two a.m. and four a.m. can
be related to hormone imbalances, including an estrogen deficiency in meno-
pausal women (note that this is a different sleep problem than that caused by
progesterone deficiency described above)… testosterone deficiency in males
age 50 and older… and/or growth hormone deficiency in people age 60 or old-
er. Have your hormone levels tested—and if they are low, obtain a prescription
for a b­ ioidentical hormone.
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CURE: #6

Say Goodbye to Your


Diabetes Medication

S ome of my patients with type 2 diabetes are able to keep the disease under
control with diet, exercise and supplements. Lucky them! But for other dia-
betes patients, that’s not enough and they must take pharmaceutical medications.
I’m happy to report that there is another natural treatment option for dia-
betes patients who currently take pharmaceutical medications. Research has
found that the plant extract called berberine can control diabetes as well as,
or better than, common medications such as metformin (Glucophage) and
rosiglitazone (Avandia). And it does this with no side effects—and without
damaging the liver, as some medications do. Here’s how berberine can help
people with diabetes…
A naturally occurring chemical compound, berberine is found in the roots
and stems of several plants, including Hydrastis canadensis (goldenseal), Cop-
tis chinensis (coptis or goldenthread) and Berberis aquifolium (Oregon grape).
Long used as a remedy in Chinese and Ayurvedic medicines, berberine is
known for its anti-microbial properties and as a treatment for bacterial and
fungal infections. Several decades ago, berberine was used to treat diarrhea in
patients in China. That was when doctors noticed that the blood sugar levels
of diabetes patients were lower after taking the herbal extract—and berberine
began to be investigated for this purpose.
Over the past 20 years, there has been much research on berberine and
its effectiveness in treating diabetes. In 2008, Chinese researchers published
a study in Metabolism in which adults with newly diagnosed type 2 diabetes
were given 500 mg of either berberine or the drug metformin three times a
God’s 7 Healing Wonders: Miracle Cures That Change Lives  •  23

day for three months. Researchers found that berberine did as good a job as
metformin at regulating glucose metabolism, as indicated by hemoglobin A1C
(a measure of blood glucose over several weeks)… Fasting blood glucose…
blood sugar after eating… and level of insulin after eating. Berberine even
reduced the amount of insulin needed to turn glucose into energy by 45 per-
cent! In addition those taking berberine had noticeably lower triglyceride and
total cholesterol levels than those taking metformin.
In another 2008 study published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology
and Metabolism, researchers found that type 2 diabetes patients who were giv-
en berberine had significant reductions in fasting and postmeal blood glucose,
hemoglobin A1C, triglycerides, total cholesterol and LDL (bad) cholesterol—
and also lost an average of five pounds, to boot, during the three-month study.
In a 2010 study in Metabolism, Chinese researchers compared people with
type 2 diabetes who take either 1,000 mg daily of berberine or daily doses of
metformin or rosiglitazone. After two months, berberine had lowered sub-
jects’ fasting blood glucose levels by an average of about 30 percent, an im-
provement over the rosiglitazone group and almost as much as people in the
metformin group. Berberine also reduced subjects’ hemoglobin A1C by 18
percent—equal to rosiglitazone and, again, almost as good as metformin. In
addition, berberine lowered serum insulin levels by 28.2 percent (indicating
increased insulin sensitivity)… lowered triglycerides by 17.5 percent… and
actually improved liver enzyme levels. Pharmaceutical medications, on the
other hand, have the potential to harm the liver.
These were remarkable findings. Here was a botanical that was holding up
to scientific scrutiny—and performing as well as, or better than, some drugs
patients had been taking for diabetes for years.

How berberine works in the body


Berberine helps to lower blood glucose in several ways. One of its prima-
ry mechanisms involves stimulating the activity of the genes responsible for
manufacturing and activating insulin receptors, which are critical for con-
trolling blood glucose.
Berberine also has an effect on blood sugar regulation through activation
of incretins, gastrointestinal hormones that affect the amount of insulin re-
leased by the body after eating.

How berberine can help


I recommend berberine to my patients with newly diagnosed type 2 dia-
betes to reduce their blood sugar and prevent them from needing pharma-
ceutical drugs. When a diet, exercise and supplement program (including
supplements such as chromium) is already helping a diabetes patient, I don’t
recommend that he/she switch to berberine.
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Some patients are able to take berberine−and make dietary changes−and


stop taking diabetes drugs altogether. People with severe diabetes can use ber-
berine in conjunction with medication—and this combination treatment al-
lows for fewer side effects and better blood sugar control. I don’t recommend
berberine for prediabetes unless diet and exercise are not effective. Berberine
is sold in health-food stores and online in tablet and capsule form. The dosage
I typically recommend for all diabetes patients is 500 mg twice daily.
For patients with diabetes who once used berberine, I recommend talking to
your doctor about taking this supplement. It’s also important for every patient
with diabetes to participate in a comprehensive diet and exercise program.
Note that berberine helps patients with type 2 diabetes, not type I diabetes
(in which the body does not produce enough insulin).
God’s 7 Healing Wonders: Miracle Cures That Change Lives  •  25

CURE: #7

Wheat Germ Extract:


A Promising New Cancer Fighter

W heat germ was one of the original health foods. The “germ” is the most
nutritious part of the wheat seed. Today fermented wheat germ extract
(FWGE) is showing promise as a potential breakthrough for treating cancer
patients.
The evidence: A number of cell, animal and human studies support the use
and benefits of FWGE as an adjunct therapy, meaning one that is used as part
of a broader treatment program.
• Colorectal cancer. A study of 170 patients who had received conven-
tional treatments for colorectal cancer found that those who also took nine
grams of FWGE daily for six months had less risk of developing new cancers.
The cancer spread among only eight percent of the patients receiving FWGE,
compared with 23 percent of those getting only conventional treatment.
• Oral cancer. Researchers compared 22 patients with oral cancer who
took FWGE with 21 patients not receiving the supplement. FWGE reduced
the risk for cancer progression by 85 percent.
• Melanoma. For one year, FWGE was given to 22 patients with advanced
(stage 3) melanoma, and their progress was compared with 24 similar patients
not receiving FWGE. Patients taking FWGE were half as likely to die from
­melanoma during this time.
• Chemotherapy-induced infections. Researchers studied 22 children
and teenagers with different types of cancer. The 11 children who received
FWGE had significantly fewer infections and fevers while they received
­chemotherapy.
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• Animal studies. Numerous studies suggest benefits from FWGE for leu-
kemia as well as breast, ovarian, gastric and thyroid cancers. In one study,
laboratory rats received both FWGE and vitamin C in the treatment of lung,
skin and colon cancers.
The combination prevented the cancer from spreading, but ­vitamin C
alone did not. In another study, FWGE worked better alone than it did with
vitamin C to treat kidney cancer.

How it works
FWGE appears to work by starving cancer cells of glucose, prompting their
death… and by enhancing immune cell activity. Wheat germ contains chemi-
cals that seem to have anticancer properties, and fermentation increases their
concentration.
Note: FWGE is very different from the regular wheat germ you can buy at health-
food stores. It comes in a powder and is sold in health-food stores and online.
Good brands: Avemar (www.avemar-alternativetherapy.com) and Onco-
Mar (800-647-6100, www.xymogen.com).

My advice
If you would like to begin taking FWGE, check with your physician about
incorporating it into your treatment program.
I recommend one packet a day, which equals nine grams. You can mix it
into a glass of cold water and then drink it—or substitute a non-citrus juice,
such as apple or cranberry (citrus can deactivate FWGE’s active ingredient).
FWGE is not cheap—it costs about $160/month—but I think the expense is
worth it, given the early indications that it may improve cancer survival rates.
Good news: FWGE is generally safe, and any side effects, such as diarrhea
and flatulence, occur only occasionally.
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BONUS REPORT: #1

Heaven’s Nectar: Forbidden


Food Fights Father Time

“I s Chocolate Really a Health Food?”


We see headlines all the time like that of chocolate. As a result, I see
many people misinterpreting these headlines and eating affirm the health
benefits way more chocolate than is good for them. What a lot of these head-
lines don’t tell you: Chocolate, as most of us know it, is full of sugar and fat.
Also, it is chocolate’s main ingredient—cocoa—that is good for you.
I want you to put down those commercially made chocolate bars and learn how
to get the real health benefits of this incredible ingredient, even if you are a die-hard
“chocoholic.” The first thing you need to know: The health claims are real.
New research from the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm found that those
who ate chocolate two or more times per week following a heart attack re-
duced their risk of dying from cardiovascular disease by 66%. And Spanish
researchers recently found that consumption of chocolate reduced inflamma-
tion, a major component of many degenerative diseases.

The best of Cocoa


The dried seed of the cacao tree (from which cocoa is made) is loaded with
natural compounds called flavonoids, plant nutrients with antioxidant prop-
erties. The particular flavonoids found in cocoa are called flavanols and they
can prevent fatlike substances in the bloodstream from clogging your arteries.
These compounds have anti-inflammatory properties, and they help the body
produce nitric oxide, a chemical that dilates and relaxes arteries, improving
circulation and reducing blood pressure.
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Best: Whenever possible, use organic raw cocoa powder as an ingredient


in your recipes.
It consists of 100% cocoa. Even though pure cocoa has a bitter taste, you
need only use a small amount at a time to get the health benefits—and then
the bitterness won’t come through.
Examples: Add one to two tablespoons of cocoa powder to shakes and
smoothies... or sprinkle it on fruit. Use it as a spice on vegetables and in salad
dressings and soups. Of course, you can bake with it—and use it in a surpris-
ing variety of savory recipes, including chili, sauces and meat dishes. (See the
Mexican Mole Sauce recipe at the end of this report.)
Several companies make excellent organic raw cocoa powder products.
(Raw cocoa and cocoa powder are the same thing.)
Brands to try: Sunfood Nutrition Cacao Powder (888-729-3663, www.sun-
food.com) and Navitas Naturals Organic Raw Cacao Powder (888-645-4282,
www.navitasnaturals.com).
This type of cocoa is different from the type you buy in the baking section
of the supermarket. Raw cocoa is cold-pressed (not cooked) to remove the fat.
It provides more than three times as much antioxidant flavanols as cocoa that
is made from fermented and roasted beans.
Second best: Know how to choose the most healthful chocolate bar. Or-
ganic dark chocolate—with a minimum of chemicals, processing and added
sugar—is better for you than milk chocolate or white chocolate (which has no
cocoa at all). Look for bars that have 60% to 85% cocoa. Choose those with
the fewest ingredients. (Many chocolate bars have a host of unpronounceable
ingredients and preservatives.) Choose bars with cocoa solids or cocoa mass
(cocoa liquor) as the first ingredient, not sugar. Avoid those with milk, which
negates the effects of the flavanols.
Fun fact: In a recent study, hypertensive patients who ate about one-quar-
ter of an ounce (30 calories) of dark chocolate daily for 18 weeks reduced
blood pressure by about three points systolic and two points diastolic. Evi-
dence isn’t strong enough to recommend it is as a treatment for hypertension,
but for most people it can’t hurt and might help.
Brand to try: Scharffen Berger Extra Dark Chocolate or Bittersweet Choc-
olate (866-972-6879, www.scharffenberger.com), available at specialty gro-
cery stores, such as Whole Foods.
Savor a square or two of high-quality chocolate several times a week (no
more)—and you will safely reap the benefits of cocoa.

If you are a “Chocoholic…”


For some people, eating chocolate can trigger addiction-like behavior. If
you are one of those people who can’t stop at one or two squares, it might be
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best to avoid chocolate bars altogether and instead use cocoa powder. Or there
are supplements with cocoa flavanols that offer the cardiovascular benefits of
cocoa without the calories or the fat of a chocolate bar.
Example: ReserveAge Resveratrol Ultimate Antioxidant, which includes
100 milligrams (mg) of a standardized cocoa extract per capsule (800-553-
1896, www.reserveage.com).

Cocoa for dinner!


Mexican Mole Sauce for Chicken,
Turkey or Fish (serves 6 to 8)

J eannette Bessinger, CHHC, is a recipe designer for The Healthiest


Meals on Earth (Fair Winds) and a chef/nutrition educator in New-
port, Rhode Island. Her recipe featuring cocoa…
Ingredients:
•  2 teaspoons olive oil
•  ½ sweet onion, finely diced
•  1 clove garlic, minced
•  1 tablespoon raw cocoa powder
•  1 teaspoon chili powder
•  1 teaspoon ground cumin
•  ¼ teaspoon cinnamon
•  1 can (14-ounce) fire-roasted tomatoes, undrained
• ½–1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce,*
diced, depending on how spicy you like it
•  1 can (4-ounce) diced green chili peppers
•  ¼ cup raisins
Directions:
1.  Heat the oil in a medium saucepan, and cook the onion until tender.
2.  Add the garlic and sauté.
3.  Stir in the cocoa powder, chili powder, cumin and cinnamon.
4.  Add the tomatoes, chipotle, green chilis and raisins.
5.  Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
6.  Cool slightly, and blend in a blender or food processor until smooth.
It is spicy, so use sparingly.

*Most large grocery stores carry these canned peppers in the Mexican food section.
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BONUS REPORT: #2

Gabriel’s Horn:
God’s Greatest Gift

M arty Sullivan, MD, a leading expert on integrative medicine, answers


questions about the connection between spirituality and health below…
• In what ways does spirituality make person healthier?
People with strong spiritual beliefs tend to live longer. They are less likely
to develop heart disease, cancer and other serious illnesses. They are more
energetic and less likely to feel depressed or anxious.
Some studies have shown spiritual belief to be more important for good
health than no smoking. That’s a striking finding.
• How does spirituality minimize stress?
People who pray or meditate experience the relaxation response—a drop
in blood pressure heart rate and levels of stress hormones, such as cortisol.
Prayer and meditation also cause an increase in alpha and theta waves.
These electrical impulse in the brain are associated with relaxation. Even if
you do not pray or meditate, having religious or spiritual beliefs can reduce
anxiety and increase levels of interleukin-6, a blood protein that indicates
good immune function.
One theory is that the social support from spiritual communities—such as
churches, meditation groups or yoga classes—helps people buffer the harmful
effects of stress.
Of course, people with strong religious feelings believe that God is the
healing force. Not all spiritual beliefs are equally beneficial.
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People with positive spiritual beliefs—such as the idea that God represents
love and forgiveness—do better than those who believe in harsh divine pun-
ishment.
• Can praying for someone to get well speed his/her recovery?
Many studies have explored the concept of distance healing. One study
looked at AIDS patients. Over a period of one year, those who were prayed for
were 70% less likely to develop AIDS-related illnesses or other complications
than those who were not prayed for.
• Is it possible that prayer has a placebo effect—that it works only because
people think it will?
In most of the studies, neither the patients nor the doctors knew who was
being prayed for. That rules out any placebo effect. Prayer can even affect the
growth of yeast and other laboratory organisms. Obviously, these are not af-
fected by the power of positive thinking.
• How can we increase our own spirituality?
Set aside 20 minutes for quiet time daily. Spend it meditating…listening to
music…or simply allowing yourself to think about the wonders of nature, a
memorable line from a poem, etc.
Read spiritual books, poetry or essays. People who practice formal religion
often turn to classic texts, such as the Bible. Others might be interested in
reading the works of philosophers or theologians.
Be part of a spiritual community. If you don’t attend a church or temple,
consider taking meditation or yoga classes…or try going on spiritual retreats.
Give to others. Nearly all of the world’s religions and spiritual traditions
emphasize charitable giving. When you share with others, you form deeper
connections with a world that is greater than yourself.

 arty Sullivan, MD, is the president and executive director of the Institute for Healing in
M
Society and Medicine, Chapel Hill, North Carolina.
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Hope &
Healing
A prayer book with 8 therapeutic prayers

A special note from Brian Chambers…

Dear friend,
As the Publisher of Health Revelations, I truly believe
that natural healing is God’s path to a life free from dis-
ease and pain. Time and time again, the best solutions to
modern disease are found in the natural wonders given
to us right here on earth by our Creator.
I’ve also seen firsthand the healing power of prayer.
Whatever the battle you are facing with your own health,
I hope the words found in the following prayers bring
you comfort, hope and healing.
God bless.

Brian Chambers

________________x________________
And the prayer of faith shall save
the sick, and the Lord shall raise him up.
~James 5:15
God’s 7 Healing Wonders: Miracle Cures That Change Lives  •  33

A PRAYER FOR HEALING


Dear Lord, I am coming to You in a time of great need and worry. You
are the One I turn to when the night is darkest and it is only through
Your eternal light that I find comfort and peace.
I am Your servant, oh Lord. And as Your faithful servant I ask of You to
share with me Your healing touch. Drive this sickness from my earthly
body, as only You can.
It is only through Your Light and in the name of Jesus that I know my cure
is possible, as in the Lord all things are possible. Please restore Your faithful
servant to good health so that I may praise and serve You, dear Lord.
Amen.

A PRAYER FOR HEALING


Oh Heavenly Father, please hear my prayer. I thank You for Your
enduring grace and love. It is only through You that I find hope.
Lord, You know my life better than I do. You have seen my struggles and
held me up when I needed You most. I know I have failed You, Lord, and
have found sin in my life, but it is through Your grace I have salvation.
I know You never give me more than I can handle, Lord. And I trust
in the path You have set forth for my life. I ask You now to give me the
strength to rid my body of this illness that afflicts me. I am in need of
Your healing hand and Your infinite mercy. Renew my body to its health
and ease my mind of this burden.
I know through You, oh Lord, that all things are possible. As You brought
light from darkness, I ask of You to cast this disease from my body. As
surely as You fashioned me in Your image and likeness, I ask of You to
rebuild me now and restore my health.
Thank You, Lord. I pray in Your name and the name of Your Son, Jesus Christ.
Amen.
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A PRAYER FOR HEALING


Precious Lord Jesus, I thank You for Your love. You entered this world to
free me from sin. You died on the Cross to ensure my salvation.
In Your name, I reject all disease, illness, infection and addiction. You
were tortured for my sins. By Your suffering, I am healed. By Your shed
blood, I am whole. By Your death, I am now alive.
No pain, disease, sickness or worry shall ever have dominion over me, for
I am Your servant only. To any disease that tries to take my body, I resist
you in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth. Oh Lord, You are my savior. I
command all infirmity to flee my body, by the power of Your Cross.
Let this be done in Your glory, oh Lord Jesus Christ. In Your merciful
name I pray.
Amen.

A PRAYER FOR THE DYING


Lord, please walk beside me on this mournful day. You gave us life and
in You all things are possible. I praise You as my savior and as my light.
As the man I love and Your faithful servant passes into Your infinite realm,
I pray to You to give him comfort and to ease his suffering. As he follows
the path You have prepared for him, I pray to You to forgive him of his sins
and to lighten his earthly load as he ascends into Your blessed kingdom.
In You, Lord, is all salvation. And in You, Lord, is all peace and infinite joy.
I know, oh Lord, his inheritance is kept by You in Heaven, and it shall
never fade nor diminish. I know he will share in Your love everlasting
and be saved by Your light, so that he is free and safe from all darkness.
And, Lord, I pray of You to grant me peace and comfort so that I may
bear the burden of his passing. I know I will miss him, Lord, but I trust
in the path You have laid down for him. In my grief, please see my
love for You, Lord, and also for the man with whom I chose to spend
my earthly life. We are both Your humble servants and will serve You
eternally in Your kingdom.
I have faith in You, Lord. Thank You for hearing my prayers in my time
of sadness.
Amen.
God’s 7 Healing Wonders: Miracle Cures That Change Lives  •  35

A PRAYER FOR A
CURE FROM CANCER
Dear Lord, I thank You for Your enduring love and boundless mercy.
In Your scripture it says all that live with You will not perish but have
everlasting life.
I come to You today with heavy sorrow and a burden on my heart. I
pray of You, oh merciful Lord, to rid my body of this cancer. To end
the scourge of the tumors in my body and to bathe me in the light of
Your goodness and grace. To send my illness into remission through the
power of Your cross, Lord Jesus.
Sustain me with Your love and light, oh Lord. Wash me clean of the sins
that caused this cancer. Give me the strength to win this battle, as You
faced Your own torment on the cross. It is only through Your light and
Your name that I exist.
Amen.

A PRAYER FOR A
CURE FROM HEART DISEASE
Dear Lord, I thank You for Your enduring love and boundless mercy.
In Your scripture it says all that live with You will not perish but have
everlasting life.
I come to You today with heavy sorrow. I pray of You, oh merciful Lord,
to heal my heart of this disease. To clear my arteries and make them
strong and to bathe me in the light of Your goodness and grace. To cure
my diseased heart through the power of Your cross, Lord Jesus.
Sustain me with Your love and light, oh Lord. Wash me clean of the sins
that caused this disease. Give me the strength to win this battle, as You
faced Your own torment on the cross. It is only through Your light and
Your name that I exist.
Amen.
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A PRAYER FOR A CURE


FROM ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE
Dear Lord, I thank You for Your enduring love and boundless mercy.
In Your scripture it says all that live with You will not perish but have
everlasting life.
I come to You today with heavy sorrow and burden on my heart. I pray
of You, oh merciful Lord, to heal me of this Alzheimer’s disease. To
restore my mind and memories and to bathe me in the light of Your
goodness and grace. To cure this disease through the power of Your
cross, Lord Jesus.
Sustain me with Your love and light, oh Lord. Wash me clean of the sins
that caused this disease. Give me the strength to win this battle, as You
faced Your own torment on the cross. It is only through Your light and
Your name that I exist.
Amen.

A PRAYER FOR A
CURE FROM DIABETES
Dear Lord, I thank You for Your enduring love and boundless mercy.
In Your scripture it says all that live with You will not perish but have
everlasting life.
I come to You today with heavy sorrow and burden on my heart. I pray
of You, oh merciful Lord, to heal me of this diabetes. To restore my blood
and body and to bathe me in the light of Your goodness and grace. To
cure this disease through the power of Your cross, Lord Jesus.
Sustain me with Your love and light, oh Lord. Wash me clean of the sins
that caused this disease. Give me the strength to win this battle, as You
faced Your own torment on the cross. It is only through Your light and
Your name that I exist.
Amen.
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