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DESCRIPTION
Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS) is a major failure of the body's immune system (immunodeficiency) caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). This failure decreases the body's ability to fight infection and suppress multiplication of abnormal cells, such as cancer. It affects the immune system, including special blood cells (lymphocytes) and cells of the organs (bone marrow, spleen, liver and lymph glands). These cells manufacture antibodies to protect against disease and cancer, AIDS is a secondary immunodeficiency syndrome resulting from HIV infection.
RELATED MOONDRAGON'S HIV/AIDS LINKS
MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: A Detailed Description of AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome)
FREQUENT SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS
Initial infection with HIV may produce no symptoms.
Fatigue.
Unexplained weight loss.
Recurrent respiratory and skin infections; fever.
Swollen lymph glands throughout the body.
Genital changes.
Enlarged spleen.
Diarrhea.
Mouth sores.
Night sweats.
CAUSES
HIV (human immunodeficiency virus); a virus (retrovirus) that invades and destroys cells of the immune system. HIV infection results in lowered resistance to other infections and some cancers.
RISK INCREASES WITH
Sexual contact with infected persons. Homosexual men are at the greatest risk.
Multiple heterosexual partners.
Use of contaminated needles for intravenous drug use.
Transfusions of blood or blood products from a person with acquired immune deficiency syndrome.
Children born to an HIV infected mother.
Exposure of hospital workers and laboratory technicians to blood, feces, and urine of HIV positive patients. Greatest risk is with an accidental needle injury.
Note: Usual non-sexual contact does not transmit the disease, so a person with HIV infection is not a risk to the general population.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES
Avoid sexual contact with affected persons or known intravenous drug users.
Sexual activity should be restricted to partners whose sexual histories are known.
Use condoms for vaginal or anal intercourse (effectiveness is not proved, but their consistent use may reduce transmission).
The risk of oral sex is not fully known. Ejaculation into the mouth should be avoided.
Avoid intravenous self-administered drugs. Do not share unsterilized needles.
Avoid unscreened blood products (some foreign countries may not test the blood as the USA does).
Infected people or those in risk groups are advised not to donate blood, sperm, organs or tissues.
Everyone considered "at risk" or if you or your partner has had a sexual encounter outside of your monogamous relationship, you both should be periodically tested for HIV antibodies. It is a simple blood test, done discretely, and easy to perform. If the test comes back with a negative result, it is wise to have a second test done after a time lapse of several months. Some people do not show "positive" right away after being exposed to the virus since it can take time for the body to make antibodies to the virus, thus resulting in a negative result. This is why a second test at a later date is suggested.
EXPECTED OUTCOME
This condition is currently considered incurable. However, symptoms can be relieved or controlled and scientific research into causes and treatment continues. AIDS may not develop for years following a positive HIV test. Once ill, survival averages vary.
POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS
Serious infection in various body systems; cancer; death.
TREATMENT
GENERAL MEASURES
If you test positive for HIV, arrange for repeat testing as soon as you can to rule out the possibility of a false positive result. If this is ruled out, immediately begin taking measures to boost your immune system. This is the single most important factor in disease prevention, and it is the best defense for the person with HIV. Correct diet, appropriate supplements, exercise, stress reduction, a proper environment, and a healthy mental outlook all play significant roles in keeping the immune system working adequately.
Seek out the care of a qualified health care provider - if possible, one who has a great deal of experience, in treating people with HIV. Research has found that the length of survival of a person with AIDS is closely linked to how much his or her health care provider knows about treating the condition. The median length of survival after diagnosis is 26 months for those whose health care providers have the most experience with AIDS, compared with 14 months for those whose health care providers have the least experience with AIDS.
Educate yourself. HIV and AIDS are complicated conditions, and treatment options are constantly changing and expanding. In order to stay well, it is vital to be as informed as possible.
Laboratory blood studies of blood cells and HIV antibodies test (may not become positive for 6 months after contact) can confirm the diagnosis. Newly diagnosed patients should be checked for other sexually transmitted diseases and infections, such as tuberculosis (TB).
Obtain psychotherapy or counseling to cope with anxiety and depression about having the disease and the likelihood of death.
Hospitalization may be required when there are complications.
Some patients join in research programs (working to find improved treatments or vaccines) which may provide free care.
Early diagnosis is helpful. If you are at risk, obtain a medical evaluation even if you feel well. If you plan to be, or are pregnant, HIV testing can be helpful. If infected, special treatment during pregnancy can reduce risks of infecting the newborn.
Avoid exposure to people with infections, e.g., colds, the flu, or other easily transmitted infections.
Contact social agencies in your area about HIV/AIDS support groups.
Additional information is available from the National AIDS Hotline (800) 342-2437; Spanish version (800) 342-7432.
MEDICATION
Drugs are currently not effective in curing HIV or AIDS. A variety of drugs are used to prevent infection or control them as they develop.
Anti-retroviral drugs (didanosine, stavudine, zalcitabine, zidovudine) and protease inhibitor drugs are used to treat HIV infection and AIDS and may slow the progression. Expert consultation on their use is advised. In an HIV infected pregnant woman, these drugs (e.g., zidovudine) reduce the risk of HIV infection in the newborn.
Research continues into new drugs and vaccines for HIV. Discuss with your health care provider about any new options that may be available to you for treatment.
WARNING! There are no drugs that have been proven absolutely safe for your developing baby. Use extreme caution in taking any medications during pregnancy and then these should only be used after all other methods have been tried and with the careful guidance of your midwife or health care provider.
HERBS & HOLISTIC SUGGESTIONS
Aloe Vera contains carrisyn, which appears to inhibit the growth and spread of HIV. Use a pure, food grade product. Take up to 1/4 to 2 cups twice daily. If diarrhea occurs, reduce the dosage.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Aloe Vera, Organic Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Aloe Vera Juice, Herbal Aloe Force, Organically Grown Unprocessed Whole Raw Aloe Vera, 33.8 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Aloe Vera Concentration, NOW Foods, 100% Organic, 4 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Aloe Vera Gel, NOW Foods, 32 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Aloe Vera Gel, NOW Foods, 1 Gallon
Herbal Remedies: Aloe Vera Supplements & Products
Astragalus boosts the immune system. Astragalus has been found to promote the formation of antibodies and increase the production of T-cells, on of the body's key lines of defense against disease and prevents strep infections.Caution: Do not use this herb in the presence of a fever.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Astragalus, Organic Bulk Herb
Herbal Remedies: Astragalus Root (Astragalus membranaceus) Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Herbal Remedies: Astragalus Immunity Herbal Tea, 20 Tea Bags
Herbal Remedies: Astragalus (Standardized 0.5% Astragalosides), Nature's Way, 60 Vcaps
Herbal Remedies: Astragalus Root Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Astragalus Root, Nature's Way, 470 mg, 180 Vcaps
Herbal Remedies: Astragalus Supplements & Products
Black Radish, Dandelion Root, and Silymarin ( Milk Thistle extract) protect and aid in repairing the liver, and also cleanse the bloodstream. The liver is the organ of detoxification and must function optimally. Use the extracts as directed on the product label.
Herbal Remedies: Enzymatic Therapy, Doctor's Choice, Multi-Vitamin For Women Age 45 Plus, 180 Tabs
Herbal Remedies: Enzymatic Therapy, Doctor's Choice, Multi-Vitamin For Men Age 50 Plus, 120 Tabs
Shaman Shop: Black Radish Root, 90 VCaps
Shaman Shop: Black Radish Root Powder, 1/4 lb.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Dandelion, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Dandelion Root Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Dandelion Tea, NOW Foods, Organic, 30 Tea Bags
Herbal Remedies: Dandelion Root (Taraxacum officinale) Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Herbal Remedies: Dandelion Root, Nature's Way, 540 mg, 180 Vcaps
Herbal Remedies: Dandelion Supplements & Products
Mountain Rose Herbs: Milk Thistle, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Thisilyn, Milk Thistle Extract, Nature's Way, 175 mg, 100 Vcaps
Herbal Remedies: Milk Thistle (Silybum marianum silymarin), Standardized Extract, Nature's Way, 175 mg, 60 Vcaps
Herbal Remedies: Milk Thistle Supplements & Products
Burdock root, Echinacea, Goldenseal, Mullein, Red Clover, and Suma are good for cleansing the blood and lymphatic systems, for viral and bacterial infections, and for boosting the immune system. Cayenne (capsicum) may also be helpful. Caution: Do not take goldenseal on a daily basis for more than one week at a time, and do not use it during pregnancy. If you have a history of cardiovascular disease, diabetes, or glaucoma, use it only under a health care provider's supervision.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Burdock Root, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Burdock Root (Arctium lappa) Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Herbal Remedies: Burdock Root Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Burdock Root, Nature's Way, 540 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Burdock Root, Nature's Way, 540 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Burdock Supplements & Products
Mountain Rose Herbs: Echinacea, Organic Bulk Herb
Herbal Remedies: Echinacea Immune Support Tea, Yogi Tea, Certified Organic, 16 Tea Bags
Herbal Remedies: Echinacea Root Complex, Nature's Way, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Echinacea Purpurea, Nature's Way, 400 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Echinacea Extract, Standardized, Nature's Way, 340 mg, 60 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Echinacea Root Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Echinacea Supplements & Products
Mountain Rose Herbs: Golden Seal, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Goldenseal Herb, Nature's Way, 400 mg, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Goldenseal Root Tincture (Hydrastis canadensis), 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Goldenseal Supplements & Products
Mountain Rose Herbs: Mullein, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Mullein Leaf (Verbascum thapsus) Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Herbal Remedies: Mullein Oil, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Mullein Leaf Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Mullein Supplements & Products
Mountain Rose Herbs: Red Clover, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Red Clover (Trifolium pratense) Herb Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Herbal Remedies: Red Clover Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Red Clover Blossom & Herb, Nature's Way, 500 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Red Clover Supplements & Products
Mountain Rose Herbs: Suma Root, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Suma Root (Brazilian Ginseng), 500 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Suma Supplements & Products
Mountain Rose Herbs: Cayenne, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Cayenne Extra-Hot Formula, Nature's Way, 450 mg, 100,000 HU, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: CapsiCool Cayenne Formula, Nature's Way, 390 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Cayenne Pepper, Nature's Way, 450 mg, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Cayenne Pepper Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Cayenne Pepper Oil, 100% Pure, Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Cayenne Supplements & Products
Cat's Claw enhances immune function, and has been shown to be helpful for people with AIDS and AIDS-related cancers. Cat's Claw Defense Complex from Source Naturals is a combination of cat's claw and other herbs, plus antioxidants such as beta-carotene, N-acetylcysteine, vitamin C, and zinc. Caution: Do not use cat's claw during pregnancy.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Cat's Claw, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Cat's Claw Bark (Uncaria Tomentosa) Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Herbal Remedies: Cat's Claw / Samento (Uncaria tomentosa), Extra Strength, 600 mg, 30 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Cat's Claw / Samento Liquid Extract, 1 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Cat's Claw Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
HerbalRemedies: Cat's Claw Bark, Nature's Way, 485 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Cat's Claw Supplements & Products
The seeds and peels of the Chinese Cucumber (Trichosanthes) inhibit cancer. The root is currently being used in AIDS research.
Shaman Shop: Trichosanthes Seed, Powdered, 500 grams
Shaman Shop: Trichosanthes Root, Powdered, 500 grams
Shaman Shop: Trichosanthes Fruit, Powdered, 500 grams
SandMountainHerbs: Chinese Cucumber Seeds, 12 Seeds per pack - Trichosanthes Kiriloii. (Gua Lou; Tien Hua Fen; Chinese Snake Gourd) Source of anti-HIV agent, Compound Q (GLQ223), extracted from the root. Recent in vitro laboratory studies with Compound Q showed great promise for AIDS treatment because it selectively kills only infected cells, leaving healthy cells untouched; clinical trials are not yet conclusive, however. Any statement made concerning medical conditions treated with this herb is not intended as sound medical advice. The seeds are NOT to be ingested only planted. Herbs need to taken only with the guidance of a trained health care provider or established herbalist.
ClearLungs from Natural Alternatives is a Chinese herbal formula that is good for all lung disorders.
Essiac is a combination herbal tea that has been used in cancer treatment with good results. Essiac teas are available in health food stores or online.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Essiac Formula, Bulk Herbs
Ginkgo Biloba extract is good for the brain cells and circulation.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Ginkgo Biloba, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Ginkgo Biloba Extract, Standardized, Nature's Way, 60 mg, 120 Vcaps
Herbal Remedies: Ginkgo Biloba Herbal Tea, 20 Tea Bags
Herbal Remedies: Ginkgold MAX, Ginkgo Biloba Extract, Vegetarian, Nature's Way, 120 mg, 60 Tabs
Herbal Remedies: Ginkgo Leaf Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Herbal Remedies: Ginkgo Leaf Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Ginkgo Biloba Supplements & Products
For mouth sores, place Alcohol-Free Goldenseal Extract on a pure cotton ball or piece of gauze and apply the cotton to the gums or mouth sores before going to bed. Leave it on overnight; sores and inflammation should heal in a few days with this treatment.
Licorice and Wild Yam root are good for endocrine gland function. Caution: Do not use this herb on a daily basis for more than seven days in a row. Avoid it completely if you have high blood pressure.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Licorice, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Licorice Root, Certified, Nature's Way, 450 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: DGL, NOW Foods, 400 mg, 100 Lozenges
Herbal Remedies: Licorice Root (Glycyrrhiza glabra) Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Herbal Remedies: Licorice Root Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Licorice Extract Tincture, Herbal Remedies, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Licorice Supplements & Products
Mountain Rose Herbs: Wild Yam, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Wild Yam Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Wild Yam Root (Dioscorea villosa) Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Herbal Remedies: Wild Yam Root, Certified, 425 mg, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Wild Yam Supplements & Products
Magnolia vine berries (Schizandra Fruit) increase oxygen absorption and boost the immune system. They coordinate the activities of the internal organs and help control the balance of the body's physiological processes.
Herbal Remedies: Schizandra Fruit, 580 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Schizandra Berry Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Schizandra Supplements & Products
Pau d'arco is a natural antibiotic, and assists immune function. It is also a powerful antioxidant and is good for destroying candida in the colon.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Pau D'Arco, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Pau D'Arco Tea (Incan Purple Lapacho), 48 Tea Bags
Herbal Remedies: Pau D'Arco Extract, 100% Natural Herbal, 4 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Pau D'Arco Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Pau D'Arco Supplements & Products
St. John's Wort contains two substances, hypericin and pseudohypericin, that inhibit retroviral infections, and could be useful in the treatment of AIDS.
Mountain Rose Herbs: St. John's Wort, Organic Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: St. John's Wort, 350 mg, 180 Caps
Herbal Remedies: St. John's Wort, Standardized Extract, Nature's Way, 300 mg, 90 Caps
Herbal Remedies: St. John's Wort Herb Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: St. John's Wort Herbal Tea, 20 Tea Bags
Herbal Remedies: St. John's Wort Supplements & Products
Siberian Ginseng (Eleuthero Root) helps bronchial disorders and boosts energy. Caution: Do not use this herb if you have hypoglycemia, high blood pressure, or a heart disorder.
Mountain Rose Herbs: Siberian Ginseng / Eleuthero Root, Bulk Herbs
Herbal Remedies: Siberian Ginseng Root Tincture, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: STD Siberian Ginseng Root Extract, Nature's way, 485 mg, 60 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Eleutheroccocus Senticosus (Siberian Ginseng) Powder, 4 oz. Bulk
Herbal Remedies: Siberian Ginseng / Eleuthero Root Supplements & Products
For more detailed information about Herbal Therapy and Herbal Recommendations, see:
ACTIVITY
Activities will depend on the state of health of each individual. Symptoms, such as fatigue or infections, can limit some activities.
Obtain as much fresh air and rest as possible. Rest is important. Obtain moderate amounts of sunshine. An exercise routine is also recommended.
Do not smoke, and stay away from those who do.
Avoid alcohol, noxious chemicals, and everything else that can damage the liver.
Always use a condom (latex, not sheepskin) and spermicide (spermicide kills HIV) for any sexual contact. If you use a lubricant with a latex condom, use only a water-based lubricant such as K-Y Jelly; Do not use petroleum jelly (Vaseline), vegetable shortening (Crisco), hand lotion, or baby oil, as these substances can break down latex in a matter of minutes. Be aware, however, that even the proper use of a condom is not a guarantee against the transmission of HIV. If you are HIV positive, you need to inform any potential sexual partners of your HIV status so you both can take proper precautions to prevent the transmission of the virus to an uninfected person. If you knowingly transmit the virus to another person with the purpose of infecting them, whether by sexual encounters or by the use of your blood, you can be brought up on serious legal charges in a court of law.
DIET
Pay special attention to meeting your nutritional needs and requirements, and keep in mind that a higher than normal intake of nutrients will probably be necessary.
Maintain good nutrition. Malabsorption, altered metabolism and weight loss are common among patients.
Avoid raw eggs, unpasteurized milk or other potentially contaminated foods. Exercise caution in your choice of foods so as to avoid exposure to food borne illness. Food poisoning can be very dangerous for people with AIDS or HIV infections.
Increase your intake of fresh fruits and vegetables. Eat a diet consisting of 75 percent raw foods, organically grown if possible (avoid foods that have been treated with pesticides and other sprays), plus lentils, beans, seeds, nuts and whole grains, including brown rice and millet. Raw foods are particularly important because cooking depletes foods of their vital enzymes.
Eat plenty of cruciferous vegetables, such as broccoli, Brussel sprouts, cabbage, and cauliflower. Also consume yellow and deep-orange vegetables such as carrots, pumpkin, squash, and yams.
Consume plenty of fresh live juices. Juicing is extremely beneficial for supplying nutrients.
"Green Drinks" made from leafy greens such as kale, spinach, and beet greens, and carrot and beet root juice, should be consumed on a daily basis, with garlic and onion added.
Kyo-Green from Wakunaga is an excellent "green drink" product that contains chlorophyll, protein, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes. Take this drink three times a day.
Herbal Remedies: Kyo Green Barley Grass Supplement, Powdered Drink Mix, Energy, Vegetarian, Kyolic, 10 oz.
Drink steam-distilled or quality water only (not tap water), and lots of it - eight or more 8-ounce glasses daily - to flush out toxins from the body. All cells and organ systems need water. Drink plenty of water even if you are not thirsty. The organs and especially the brain, become dehydrated long before thirst develops.
Eat unripened papaya (including a few of the seeds), fresh pineapple, and Aspergillus oryzae (a type of fungus) frequently. These foods are good sources of proteolytic enzymes, which are crucial for proper digestion of foods and assimilation of nutrients. Without enzymes, the body cannot be supplied with the energy it needs for its activities. Enzymes can also be taken in supplemental form. These help in digestion in the lower stomach and intestinal tract.
Herbal Remedies: Papaya Juice, Natural Kosher, Dynamic Health, 16 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Fermented Papaya Juice With Noni & Vitamin C, Dynamic Health, 16 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Dried Papaya Spears, Low Sugar, NOW Foods, 12 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Papaya Enzyme With Mint & Chlorophyll, Chewable, NOW Foods, 23 mg, 360 Lozenges
Herbal Remedies: Pineapple Rings, Unsweetened, Dried Naturally, 12 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Bromelain 2000 GDU Supplement, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 90 Tabs
Herbal Remedies: Quercetin With Bromelain, Hypoallergenic, Bioflavonoid, NOW Foods, 800 mg, 120 VCaps
Herbal Remedies: MetabolicZyme (Hypoallergenic), Allergy Research Group / Nutricology, 900 Tabs
Herbal Remedies: Plant Enzymes, NOW Foods, Vegetarian, 120 VCaps
Herbal Remedies: Enzymes, All Complete, 250 mg, 90 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Super Digestive Enzymes, NOW Foods, 90 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Lactase Enzyme, Lactase Formula, Enzyme Active, Nature's Way, 230 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Serrazimes, NOW Foods, 20,000 Units, 90 Caps
Eat onions and garlic, or take garlic in supplemental form.
Herbal Remedies: Garlic Oil Tincture, Alcohol Free, Nature's Way, 1 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Garlic Bulb Cloves, Garlic Supplement, Nature's Way, 580 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Odorless Garlic Supplement, NOW Foods, 50 mg, 250 SoftGels
Herbal Remedies: Garlic Supplement, Kwai, Triple Concentrated, 180 Tabs
Herbal Remedies: Every Day Garlic Supplement, Kwai, 30 Tabs
Herbal Remedies: Garlic Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Aged Garlic Extract, Cardiovascular Formula 100, Wakunaga Kyolic Supplements, 300 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Kyolic Liquid Aged Garlic Extract, Cardiovascular, Vegetarian, Wakunaga Kyolic, 4 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract, One-A-Day, Vegetarian, 1000 mg, Wakunaga Kyolic, 30 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Aged Garlic Extract, Cholesterol Formula 104, Wakunaga Kyolic, 200 Caps
Add shiitake, reishi, and maitake mushrooms to the diet or take them in supplemental form.
Herbal Remedies: Mushroom Master 3 Mushroom Tincture, Red Reishi, Shiitake & Maitake Mushroom Extracts, Herbal Remedies USA, 2 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Reishi Mushroom, Whole, 100% Organic, 4 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Shiitake Mushroom, Whole, 100% Organic, 4 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Maitake Mushroom, Whole, 100% Organic, 4 oz.
Limit your intake of soybeans and soy products, which contain enzyme inhibitors, but do not completely eliminate them from your diet, as they are valuable sources of protein. Take separately from dietary enzymes.
Herbal Remedies: Soy Protein, Unflavored, NOW Foods, 1 lb.
Eliminate from the diet colas, foods with additives and colorings, junk foods, peanuts, processed refined foods, saturated fats, salt, sugar and sugar products, white flour, all animal protein, and anything that contains caffeine.
Take supplemental fiber daily. Alternate between psyllium husks and freshly ground flaxseeds. Take psyllium with a glass of water and drink it quickly before it thickens. Note: Always take supplemental fiber separately from other supplements and medications.
Herbal Remedies: Psyllium Husk Powder, 100% Pure Bulk Fiber, Orange Flavor, Vegetarian, NOW Foods, 12 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Grapefruit Fiber, 100% Pure Powder, NOW Foods, 1 lb.
Herbal Remedies: Apple Fiber, NOW Foods, 12 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Forti-Flax, 100% Certified Organic, Ground Flaxseed, Barlean's, 16 oz.
Herbal Remedies: Golden Flax Seeds, NOW Foods, Whole Bulk, 16 oz.
Try using bee propolis and royal jelly to fight bacterial infections invading the lungs, mouth, throat, and mucous membranes.
Herbal Remedies: Bee Propolis, Original Flavor, Made in New Zealand, 12 High Potency Lozenges
Herbal Remedies: Bee Propolis, Lemon Honey Flavor, Made in New Zealand, 12 High Potency Lozenges
Herbal Remedies: Bee Propolis Extract, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 100 Caps
Herbal Remedies: Comvita Propolis Extract, Alcohol Free, PFL 15, 0.8 fl. oz.
Herbal Remedies: Supreme Beijing Royal Jelly With Bee Pollen, 10 ml Vials, 30 Vials
Herbal Remedies: Royal Jelly, NOW Foods, 300 mg, 100 Softgels
Herbal Remedies: Royal Jelly, NOW Foods, 1000 mg, 60 Softgels
Use coffee retention enemas to eliminate toxins and supply nutrients.
Determine what food sensitivities or allergies may be present. The best way to do this is to have yourself tested by a health care allergy professional. It is important to eliminate allergenic foods from the diet because they wreck havoc in the body, causing damage to the immune system.
AIDS / ACQUIRED IMMUNE DEFICIENCY SYNDROME SUPPLEMENTS
Information and help with Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome and AIDS, an incurable condition that weakens the body's ability to fight disease. For an updated list, see this link from HerbalRemedies: AIDS Supplements, Information & Products
AHCC (Active Hexose Correlated Compound), Vegetarian, 500 mg each Vcap, 60 Vcaps
AHCC is a rich source of polysaccharides such as beta glucan 1,3 and activated hemicellulose produced by enzymatic modification of organic medicinal mushrooms, including shiitake.Alpha Lipoic Acid w/ Rosemary, Pharmaceutical Grade, 50 mg, 60 Caps
Alpha Lipoic Acid is central to recycling other antioxidants like Vitamin E, Vitamin C, and GSH glutathione. By "sparing" their destruction, Alpha Lipoate extends their antioxidant power. Being both water and fat soluble, lipoic acid is the "universal" antioxidant that can easily function in both cellular membranes and fluid media within and outside the cell.Astragalus Root, 470 mg, 180 Vcaps
Astragalus root is considered to have a normalizing effect on the body's functions. Astragalus is an important herb in Chinese medicine and is commonly included in Chinese cuisine.Cats Claw Standardized Extract, 335 mg, 60 Caps
Studies conducted since the 1970s at research clinics in Peru, Austria, Germany, England, Hungary and Italy validate the traditional usage of Cat's Claw and indicate that this herb may be beneficial in ameliorating a host of modern day afflictions which have no answers from the orthodox medical arena. It is known to help nutritionally support the body's defenses, circulatory and gastrointestinal systems through its antioxidant and build properties.Colloidal Silver & Zinc Lozenges, SilvaSolution, 30 Lozenges
Now you can get powerful liquid silver in the most convenient form ever with new SilvaSolution Silver and Zinc Lozenges.Cure For HIV And AIDS, By Hulda Clark, Ph.D., N.D
This book posits that the human intestinal fluke, a parasite, is the source of the HIV virus. Dr. Clark provides exact instructions for their cure, documented with 70 case histories.DMG Supplement (N,N-Dimethyl-Glycine), 125 mg, 100 Caps
NOW Foods' DMG Supplement is a methylated amino acid found in all cells. DMG is an antioxidant and methyl donor that has a number of beneficial effects. It has shown to have potential in increasing immune response to the flu and salmonella.Echinacea Root Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Echinacea Root is also known as Purple Coneflower and considered very valuable by the North American Indians.Garlic Oil Tincture, Alcohol Free, 1 fl. oz.
Garlic oil is often used to soothe the ear and as an antibiotic but most often used as a food and herb and also to lower serum cholesterol and blood pressure and to improve circulation as well as possibly inhibiting the growth of ulcer causing bacteria.Immuno Shield, Immune System Support, 100 Gelcaps
This potent multi-herb complex addresses two key areas, immune support and bacterial/viral control.Immune System Formula Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
The Immune System Formula can be used for AIDS, Auto-immune Diseases, and Cancer.L-Carnitine Liquid Double Strength, 16 fl. oz.
NOW® L-Carnitine Liquid provides all of the extensive benefits of Carnitine in a highly absorbable liquid form. L-Carnitine Liquid is a non-essential amino acid that helps to maintain overall good health by facilitating the transfer of fatty acid groups into NOW® L-Carnitine 2X Liquid provides double (1 g) the potency of some competing brands per serving size.Maitake Mushroom Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
The unique chemicals in raw, cooked, and dried Maitake mushrooms may help boost immunity, fend off infections and fight cancer.Multi-Vitamin & Multi-Mineral without Iron, Complete Vitamin Supplement, 100 Caps
The vitamins and minerals in iron free Multi-Vitamin & Multi-Mineral play many important roles in the body: antioxidants to protect fats, cells and DNA, coenzyme precursors for energy production and metabolism, and cofactors for hormones and enzymes which regulate body processes.Quercetin w/ Bromelain, Hypoallergenic Bioflavonoid, 800 mg, 120 Vcaps
Our non-citrus Quercetin is non allergenic, with Bromelain to enhance the absorption of Quercetin.Samento (Uncaria Tomentosa), Extra Strength (100 Times More Effective than regular Cat's Claw!), 0.5% POA, 600 mg, 30 Caps
Samento is beneficial in the treatment of a wide range of immune system related conditions; these include but are not limited to cancer, arthritis, bursitis, rheumatism, allergies, ulcers, systemic candidiasis, all forms of herpes, diabetes, lupus, chronic fatigue syndrome, intestinal disorders and HIV infection.Shiitake Mushroom Tincture, 100% Organic, 2 fl. oz.
Shiitake Mushroom is a mainstay in the Japanese diet - very high in nutrition. It contains 18 amino acids (7-8 of which are essential) and over 30 enzymes.Silver Biotics Liquid, Silver Supplement, 8 fl. oz.
Silver Biotics was tested by researchers and was found to kill every strain of bacteria that it was tested against and that these bacteria, many of which have become resistant to antibiotics, cause many human ailments.Tri-Amino / L-Arginine, L-Ornithine, L-Lysine, 775 mg, 120 Caps
Tri-Amino, an amino acid supplement, is a comprehensive product that combines three essential amino acids, L-Arginine, L-Ornithine, and L-Lysine into one easy-to-take formula.
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Conventional drug treatments of HIV infection are aimed at keeping the HIV virus from reproducing and infecting cells. Many of these drugs act by inhibiting enzymes, such as protease and reverse transcriptase, that the virus needs to make copies of itself. Sometimes these drugs are combined into multi-drug treatments called "AIDS Cocktails".
Always use a condom (latex, not sheepskin) and spermicide (spermicide kills HIV) for any sexual contact. It you use a lubricant with a latex condom, use only a water-based lubricant such as KY-Jelly. Do not use petroleum jelly (Vaseline), vegetable shortening (Crisco), hand lotion, or baby oil, as these substances can break down latex in a matter of minutes. Be aware, however, that even the proper use of a condom is not a guarantee against the transmission of HIV.
More than half of all HIV-infected women may develop cervical cancer, and nearly 3/4 of them may have evidence of the disease before they are diagnosed with HIV. Women who have HIV infections should receive Pap Smears on a regular basis.
Chronic, recurring vaginal yeast infections should be checked by a health care provider. This can be a sign of HIV infection. Also see HERPES & HEPATITIS links below.
Seek out the care of a qualified health care provider - if possible, one who has a great deal of experience in treating people with HIV. Research shows that the length of survival of a person with AIDS is closely linked to how much his or her health care provider knows about treating the condition. The median length of survival after diagnosis is 26 months for those whose health care providers have the most experience with AIDS, compared to 14 months for those whose Health care providers have the least experience with AIDS.
Educate yourself. HIV and AIDS are complicated conditions, and treatment options are constantly changing and expanding. In order to stay well, it is vital to be as informed as possible.
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