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INFLAMMATION

BASIC INFORMATION

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DESCRIPTION

Inflammation is a natural reaction to injury or infection. The affected tissues swell, redden, become warm and tender, and may be painful. Any organ or tissue of the body, internal or external, can become inflamed. Internal inflammation is often caused by bacterial infection, but can also be caused by disorders such as arthritis or allergies. External inflammation is most often the result of injury, but can also result from (or be aggravated by) infection, allergies, and other factors.

GENERAL PREVENTION & TREATMENT

HERBS

  • Alfalfa is a good source of minerals and chlorophyll.

  • Bilberry contains flavonoids that reduce inflammation.

  • Echinacea, goldenseal, pau d'arco, red clover, and yucca are all good for inflammation. Caution: Do not take goldenseal internally on a daily basis for more than one week at a time, do not use it during pregnancy, and use with caution if you are allergic to ragweed.

  • A poultice that combines fenugreek, flaxseed, and slippery elm can be applied directly to the affected area to subdue inflammation. As an alternative, a goldenseal or mustard poultice can be used. See Poultices for more information.

  • Horsetail extract is a good source of silica, beneficial for healing and repair of bones and connective tissue.

    Nutrients
    SupplementSuggested DosageComments
    Essential
    Vitamin C with bioflavonids 3,000-6,000 mg daily, in divided doses. Essential to the healing process and in reducing inflammation.
    Very Important
    Proteolytic enzymes
    Or
    Infla-Zyme Forte from American Biologics    		 As directed on label, between meals and at bedtime, for 1 month.

    2 tablets twice daily, between meals.    		 Aids in controlling inflammation.
    Superoxide dismutase (SOD) As directed on label. A high-potency free radical scavenger that reduces inflammation and infection.
    Zinc 50 mg daily. Do not exceed a total of 100 mg daily from all supplements. Helps to control inflammation and promotes healing. Use zinc gluconate lozenges or zinc methionate (OptiZinc) for best absorption.
    Important
    AE Mulsion Forte from American Biologics As directed on label. Supplies vitamins A and E in easily assimilable emulsion form to destroy free radicals, boost the immune system, and help the body to use oxygen efficiently.
    Bromelain As directed on label. Take on an empty stomach with 100-500 mg magnesium and 500 mg L-Cysteine to enhance results. Take separately from copper and iron. Has anti-inflammatory activity and increases the breakdown of fibrin, which forms around the inflamed area, blocking the blood and lymphatic vessels and leading to swelling.
    Garlic (Kyolic) 2 capsules 3 times daily, with meals. Has natural anti-inflammatory properties.
    Multimineral complex As directed on label. Supplies important minerals. Needed to reduce stress. Use a formula high in calcium.
    Silica
    Or
    Horsetail herb    		 As directed on label, twice daily. Supplies silicon, which aids in absorption of calcium and repair of connective tissues.
    Helpful
    Kelp
    Or
    Alfalfa    		 1,000-1,500 mg daily. Contains a balance of essential minerals plus chlorophyll, which cleanses the blood. See more information under Herbs above.
    Raw thymus glandular As directed on label. Improves thymus function - important for immune function.
    VitaCarte from Phoenix BioLabs As directed on label. Contains bovine cartilage, which has been shown to be effective in reducing inflammation.

    RECOMMENDATIONS

  • Eat a diet composed of 75 percent raw foods. Drink plenty of herbal teas and juices.

  • Consume half of a fresh pineapple daily. This is one of the best remedies for swelling and inflammation. It should reduce the pain and swelling in two to six days. Only fresh pineapple (not canned) is effective.

  • Avoid cola drinks, sugar, white flour products, processed foods, junk foods, and fried, greasy foods.

  • For quick results, see Fasting and follow the program.

    CONSIDERATIONS

  • Bacterial arthritis, which causes painful inflammation of the joints, is usually associated with an infection elsewhere in the body, such as in the lungs, kidney, or gallbladder.

  • The traditional methods for relieving inflammation are positioning the affected part properly (including splinting, if necessary), applying heat and/or ice (heat and cold therapy) taking pain killers along with natural nutritional supplements, and getting plenty of rest.

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    NOTIFY YOUR MIDWIFE OR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER IF...

  • You or a family member have a symptoms of an inflammation that does not go away with treatment. Your health care provider may need to make an accurate diagnosis before treatment is started in some cases.

  • Your inflammation worsens after treatment.

  • You or a family member has recurrent inflammation. This may signal other underlying health issues that may need attention.

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