DESCRIPTION

Smoking is associated with numerous medical and health disorders including cancer, heart disease, and lung disorders. In addition, smoking causes many complications in pregnancy. The pregnant woman who smoke endangers not only herself, but also her unborn child. The infants born to mothers who smoke have more serious respiratory infections, and when they get older, these children have more ear infections, respiratory symptoms and asthma. Pregnancy is a good time for both parents to embark on a joint effort to stop smoking. The medial and economical benefits gained by the family will outweigh any inconvenience or stress caused by smoking cessation.

MoonDragon's ObGyn Womens Health Information: Smoking Addiction - Kicking The Habit

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FERTILITY EFFECTS

Smoking in either parent may lead to problems even before pregnancy. Studies have shown that smoking can reduce fertility in both men and women and make it more difficult to conceive or cause delays in conceiving (smokers may take more than one year to conceive). Smoking is associated with a higher incidence of miscarriages.

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EFFECTS ON THE FETUS

The various by-products and additive in cigarettes can reduce the amount of oxygen available and inhibit the supply of nutrients to the fetus.

Nicotine slows fetal breathing and causes the arteries in the placenta and cord to contract, which in turn reduces the flow of oxygen; fetal heartbeat quickens to try to increase the oxygen supply.

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POSSIBLE COMPLICATIONS

Ectopic pregnancy (implantation of a fertilized egg outside of the uterus, usually in a fallopian tube).

Spontaneous abortion (miscarriage).

Intrauterine growth retardation (IUGR).

Placenta previa or abruptio placenta.

Vaginal bleeding.

Pre-term birth.

Perinatal death (those that occur just before, during, or right after birth).

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POSSIBLE BIRTH DEFECTS

Cleft palate.

Cardiovascular or urogenital abnormalities.

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Teratogens List

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COMPLICATIONS IN INFANTS

More risk of severe respiratory disorders.

Increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).

In general, babies of smokers are not as healthy as babies of non-smokers.

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EXPECTED OUTCOME

FOR DISCONTINUING SMOKING

Stopping smoking as soon as you know you are pregnant (before the fourth month) can usually substantially reduce the risks to a fetus. It does not matter how long you smoked before you became pregnant.

Stopping smoking can reverse the majority of other health risks, some within one year, others within 10 to 15 years.

Expect withdrawal symptoms to occur. The intensity varies from person to person.

Smoking cessation will bring improved quality of life: Food tastes better, fresher breath, less coughing, more money, increased stamina, happier family and friends, improved mental health.

TREATMENT

GENERAL MEASURES

Smoking is an increasing social concern and a hotbed of political and social controversy and debate between smokers rights and non-smokers rights.

The dangers of smoking are well known today, yet people continue to smoke. Why? Some people started smoking before the hazards of were widely known; others start in adolescence, when people generally feel invulnerable and are more likely to engage in risk-taking behavior - especially if it seems "adult," helps them to fit in with a particular social group, and/or provokes their parents. However, surveys consistently show that no matter when or why they started, most current smokers do not smoke because they want to (well over 50 percent say they wish they had never started), but because they are addicted.

The good news is that this addiction can be overcome, and that the health benefits begin almost immediately. In just 24 hours after your last cigarette, your blood pressure and pulse rate should return to normal, as should the levels of oxygen and carbon monoxide in your blood. Within a week, your risk of heart attack begins to decrease, your senses of smell and taste improve, and breathing becomes easier. The majority of smokers who quit do it on their own; others are helped by a variety of methods. No one way works for everyone. It may take several tries for smokers to quit. Persistence may be required for success. The difficulty of quitting appears to be related less to how many packs a day you smoke than to how early in life you started smoking.

SELF-HELP STEPS IN QUITTING

1. Analyze your smoking habits by determining when and why you smoke.

2. Make up your mind to quit.

3. Choose the day and quit on that day.

4. Use any kind of substitute (gum, hard candy). Give up those activities temporarily that you associate with smoking.

5. Reward yourself for not smoking (buy something special).

6. During the first few weeks, eat plenty of low-calorie snacks and drink lots of water.

FOR HELP IN QUITTING

For help in quitting, check with the local office of the American Cancer Society or The American Lung Association, or call The National Cancer Institute Information Service (800) 4-CANCER.

The National Cancer Institute Information Service
(800) 4-CANCER
http://www.nci.nih.gov

Join a support group or a formal smoking cessation program.

Try out other ideas such as hypnosis or acupressure.

Consult with your health care provider about current methods used to help smokers "kick the habit."

CONCERNS ABOUT QUITTING

1. Weight gain - average amounts is 5 to 8 pounds over 5 years (for some, there is no weight gain); the extra weight is not a health threat.

2. Stress - know in advance it may occur, get counseling or help with stress management.

3. Withdrawal - physical symptoms subside in about 10 to 14 days, psychological symptoms may persist for months or longer.

4. Fear of failure - relapse is common, if it happens, try again immediately. Many people have to try more than once and by more than one method.

If quitting seems impossible, cut down on the amount smoked.

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MEDICATION

The safety of prescription smoking cessation aids including nicotine gum and transdermal nicotine patches has not been established in pregnancy. There is concern about the effects of the nicotine on the fetus (it is listed as a teratogen). These aids may be prescribed for a mother-to-be who has failed a smoking cessation program and understands the risks and benefits involved. For these women and others, the effects of continued smoking on the pregnancy may be more risky than the nicotine replacement therapy.

Stop-smoking aids include nicotine gum, transdermal nicotine patches and a nasal spray. These alternative sources of nicotine are available either in transdermal patch form, as chewing gum, and as nasal sprays and inhalers. Some of these are available over-the-counter, while others require a prescription. The idea of this therapy is to provide nicotine in a form other than a cigarette so as to minimize the symptoms of withdrawal while being weaned from smoking. There are side effects associated with these aids, so be sure you discuss the risks and benefits with your health care provider. Aids are to be used in conjunction with counseling or a smoking-cessation program.

If you take any medications for other health issues, consult with your health care provider about the possible need for an adjustment in dosage after you quit smoking. Tobacco alters the absorption and utilization of many medications, including insulin, asthma drugs, and certain antidepressants, blood pressure medications, and pain killers.

The results of research done at the University of Toronto, Canada, suggests that the drug called methoxsalen (8-MOP, Oxsoralen-Ultra), sometimes used to treat psoriasis, may help a smoker reduce the number of cigarettes he or she smokes by blocking an enzyme that causes the body to metabolized nicotine more quickly.

Buproprion (Zyban) is an antidepressant that acts on the brain in the same manner as nicotine. It can help some people to stop smoking. If you are concerned about gaining weight after you quit, buproprion may help limit the amount of weight you put on.

A diagnostic procedure called a sputum cytology test can sometimes detect the presence of cancer before there are symptoms and before other tests show the disease. In this test, sputum coughed up from the lungs and the bronchial tubes is examined for signs of tumor cells.

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ACTIVITY

Establish a regular prenatal exercise routine. It will help control weight, combat restlessness, help break up old routines, and make you feel better mentally and physically. Lung capacity improves when smoking is discontinued, so there is less shortness of breath when exercising or doing other physical activities.

Activity is often helpful in reducing stress levels. Avoid as much stress as possible.

Keep in mind that the acute craving for a cigarette usually lasts only 3 to 5 minutes. Focusing on this fact may make it easier to wait it out. Also remember that it gets easier and easier as time goes by. When cravings strike, try taking a walk, doing some sit-ups, or engaging in any activity that can momentarily take your mind off cigarettes.

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DIET

There is no special diet associated with smoking cessation. Continue with any pregnancy diet that has been recommended. Metabolism rate tends to slow after quitting smoking and a moderate weight gain is common, but will not adversely affect a pregnancy. Low calorie snacks are recommended to replace the oral sensation of smoking.

Smoking has a detrimental effect on nutrition. Smokers break down vitamin C about twice as fast as non-smokers. This can deprive the body of adequate amounts of one of the most powerful and versatile antioxidants at our disposal. Other antioxidant vitamins are depleted as well. Cigarette smoke contains high concentrations of nitrogen dioxide ozone, a compound that oxidizes the antioxidant vitamins and is known to do damage to DNA. The accelerated antioxidant usage, in combination with the DNA damage, speeds the aging process.

A lack of beta-carotene and the B-complex vitamins has been linked to lung and throat cancer.

For more information about nutritional and dietary recommendations see the section below.

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HOLISTIC & NUTRITIONAL RECOMMENDATIONS

The nutrients and dietary suggestions below are recommended to correct probable smoking-related deficiencies and damage while you work to kick the habit. They are recommended also if you cannot avoid being a passive smoker. Consult with your health care provider or midwife before you start any nutritional and/or herbal therapy if you are pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have certain health issues. Not all supplement and herbal recommendations may be suitable for pregnancy or while lactating and may be contraindicated for some types of health concerns or medications.

Unless otherwise stated, the dosages recommended below are for adults. For children between the ages of 12 and 17, reduce the dose to 3/4 of the recommended amount.

NUTRIENTS
Supplement	Suggested Dosage	Comments
Essential
Coenzyme Q-10	200 mg each twice daily	Aids oxygen flow to the brain; protects heart tissue. Also acts as an antioxidant to protect cells and the lungs.
COENZYME Q-10 (COQ10) PRODUCTS Kalyx: Super CoQ10, TwinLab, 50 mg, 60 Caps Kalyx: CoEnzyme Q-10, Natrol, Time Release, 100 mg, 30 VCaps Kalyx: CoEnzyme Q-10, Natrol, 200 mg, 45 Softgels Kalyx: CoEnzyme Q-10, Natrol, 50 mg, 60 Caps HerbsPro: Coenzyme Q10, Vegan, 25 mg, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: Coenzyme Q10 Sublingual, Peppermint, Source Naturals, 30 mg, 120 Tabs HerbsPro: Coenzyme Q10, Source Naturals, 30 mg, 120 Softgels HerbsPro: Coenzyme Q10 Sublingual, Peppermint, Source Naturals, 60 mg, 120 Tabs HerbsPro: Coenzyme Q10, Source Naturals, 75 mg, 120 Caps HerbsPro: Coenzyme Q10, Source Naturals, 100 mg, 90 Softgels HerbsPro: Coenzyme Q10, Ultra Potency, Source Naturals, 125 mg, 60 Caps HerbsPro: Coenzyme Q10, Source Naturals, 200 mg, 60 Softgels HerbsPro: Coenzyme Q10, Source Naturals, 400 mg, 60 Softgels HerbsPro: CoQ10 Clinical Strength, Healthy Origins, 300 mg, 150 Softgels HerbsPro: CoQ10, 100% Natural, Healthy Origins, 200 mg, 150 Softgels HerbsPro: CoQ10, Now Foods, 100 mg, 150 Softgels HerbsPro: CoQ10 Chewmelt, FoodScience of Vermont, 100 mg, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: CoQ10, Enzymatic Therapy, 60 mg, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: CoQ10 Liquid, Dynamic Health Labs, 50 mg, 8 fl. oz. HerbsPro: CoQ10, Enzymatic Therapy, 50 mg, 120 Softgels HerbsPro: CoQ10, Enzymatic Therapy, 30 mg, 60 Softgels
Plus Coenzyme A (From Coenzyme A Technologies)	As directed on label.	Works well with CoQ10 in ridding the body of impurities and toxic substances. Facilitates the repair of RNA and DNA. Supports the immune system and can streamline metabolism, ease depression and fatigue, and increase energy.
COENZYME A INGREDIENTS & PRODUCTS Coenzyme A (CoA, CoASH, or HSCoA) is a coenzyme, notable for its role in the synthesis and oxidation of fatty acids, and the oxidation of pyruvate in the citric acid cycle. All sequenced genomes encode enzymes that use coenzyme A as a substrate, and around 4% of cellular enzymes use it (or a thioester, such as acetyl-CoA) as a substrate.[1] It is adapted from cysteamine, pantothenate, and adenosine triphosphate. (Source: Wikipedia: Coenzyme A) The nutrients supplied by Coenzyme-A product also help the cells efficiently deliver fuel from aerobic and anaerobic metabolism to the TCA cycle for energy release. Because the human body can rapidly absorb these nutrients, Coenzyme-A can be taken by an athlete shortly before a workout or sport performance to provide extra metabolic power when they need it the most. Proprietary Formula: Calcium Pyruvate - 46 mg; Magnesium (as Dimagnesium Malate) - 20 mg; Coenzyme A Modulator Matrix-I - 1000 mg; Pantethine Powder; Calcium Pyruvate; Dimagnesium Malate; Acetyl-L-Carnitine HCL; L-Cysteine HCL. (Source: www.coenzyme-a.com)
Oxy-5000 Forte (From American Biologics)	2 tablets 3 times daily.	A powerful nutritional antioxidant for health and stress. Destroys free radicals produced in the smoke.
OXY-5000 PRODUCTS
Pycnogenol Or Grape Seed Extract	30 mg 3 times daily. As directed on label.	Powerful antioxidants, free radical scavengers and anti-inflammatories that help protect the lungs. Enhances the activity of vitamin C and strengthens connective tissue including that of the cardiovascular system.
PYCNOGENOL PRODUCTS HerbsPro: Pycnogenol (Proanthocyanidin Complex), Source Naturals, 25 mg, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: Pycnogenol, Now Foods, 30 mg, 60 Caps HerbsPro: Pycnogenol, TwinLab, 50 mg, 60 Caps HerbsPro: Pycnogenol, Now Foods, 60 mg, 50 VCaps HerbsPro: Pycnogenol (Proanthocyanidin Complex Antioxidant Support), Source Naturals, 75 mg, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: Pycnogenol (Proanthocyanidin Complex), Source Naturals, 100 mg, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: Pycnogenol Complex (Proanthocyanidin & Vitamin C Antioxidants), Source Naturals, 60 Tabs TakeHerb: Pycnogenol Complex, Source Naturals, 120 Tabs TakeHerb: Pycnogenol, Source Naturals, 100 mg, 30 Tabs TakeHerb: Pycnogenol, Country Life, 100 mg, 30 VCaps TakeHerb: Pycnogenol, Source Naturals, 75 mg, 60 Tabs TakeHerb: Pycnogenol, NOW Foods, 60 mg, 50 VCaps TakeHerb: Pycnogenol, Good'n Natural, 60 mg, 30 Caps TakeHerb: Pycnogenol, Nature's Way, 50 mg, 30 Tabs TakeHerb: Pycnogenol, FoodScience of Vermont, 50 mg, 60 Caps TakeHerb: Pycnogenol, Schiff, 50 mg, 30 Caps TakeHerb: Pycnogenol, Good'n Natural, 30 mg, 30 Caps TakeHerb: Pycnogenol, Source Naturals, 25 mg, 120 Tabs GRAPESEED OIL PRODUCTS HerbsPro: Grapeseed, FoodScience of Vermont, 50 mg, 60 Caps HerbsPro: Grapeseed, FoodScience of Vermont, 100 mg, 60 Caps HerbsPro: Grapeseed Extract (Proanthodyn), Source Naturals, 200 mg, 60 Caps HerbsPro: Grapeseed Oil, Heritage Products, 16 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Grapeseed Extract, Good'n Natural, 100 mg, 50 Caps TakeHerb: Grapeseed, FoodScience of Vermont, 50 mg, 60 Caps TakeHerb: Grapeseed 95%, Starwest Botanicals, 500 Caps TakeHerb: Grapeseed Oil, Heritage Products, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Grapeseed Oil, Starwest Botanicals, 16 oz.
Vitamin B Complex	100 mg daily.	Necessary in cellular enzyme systems often damaged in smokers. Use sublingual form, if possible.
VITAMIN B-COMPLEX PRODUCTS Kalyx: Super Vitamin B-Complex With B-12, Schiff, 120 Caps Kalyx: Vitamin B-Complex, Schiff, 50 mg, 100 Tabs Kalyx: Vitamin B-Complex, Schiff, From Whole Rice, 50 mg, 100 Softgels Kalyx: Complete B-Complex, Rainbow Light, 180 Tabs Kalyx: Stress B-Complex, TwinLab, 100 Caps Kalyx: Vitamin B-100 Complex, Thompson, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: Liquid B-Complex With Vitamin B-12, NOW Foods, 8 oz. HerbsPro: Platinum Vitamin-B Complex, Nature's Answer, 16 oz. HerbsPro: Liquid Yeast B Complex, TwinLab, 16 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Coenzymate B Complex, Sublingual Orange, Source Naturals, 120 Tabs HerbsPro: Coenzymate B Complex, Sublingual Peppermint, Source Naturals, 120 Tabs HerbsPro: Stress B-Complex, TwinLab, 250 Caps HerbsPro: Super B Complex, Herbal Liquid, TwinLab, 8 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Super B Complex, Regular Liquid Formula, 8 fl. oz. HerbsPro: B Complex Liquid, World Organics, 16 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Maxi B-50 Complex, Maxi-Health Research, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Coenzymate B Complex, Sublingual Orange, Source Naturals, 60 Tabs Kalyx: B-Complex Gummy Vitamins, Be Calm Strawberry For Adults, Nutrition Now, 70 Gummy Chewables TakeHerb: Liquid B Complex, B Vitamins With Energy Herbs, Tropical Oasis, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Super B-Complex Regular Liquid, TwinLab, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Liquid Yeast B-Complex, TwinLab, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Ultra B Liquid, World Organics, In Raisin Juice, 16 oz. TakeHerb: Liquid B-Complex, With Vitamin C, Strawberry Flavor, Lifetime, 16 oz.
Plus Extra Vitamin B-12	1,000 mcg twice daily	Increases energy; needed for liver function. Use a lozenge or sublingual form.
VITAMIN B-12 PRODUCTS HerbsPro: Vitamin B-12, Country Life, 500 mcg, 100 Tabs HerbsPro: Vitamin B-12, Time Release, Country Life, 1000 mcg, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: Vitamin B-12 Lozenges, Natures Way, 2000 mcg, 100 Lozenges HerbsPro: Vitamin B-12 Gummy Adult Chewables, Raspberry Flavor, Nutrition Now, 100 Count HerbsPro: Vitamin B-12 with Folic Acid Sublingual, Natural Cherry, Country Life, 500 mcg, 100 Lozenges TakeHerb: Vitamin B-Complex B-12 Sublingual Liquid, Good'n Natural, Promotes Energy Metabolism, 2 oz. TakeHerb: Vitamin B-12 Liquid B-Complex, NOW Foods, 2 oz. TakeHerb: Vitamin B-12 Liquid B-Complex, NOW Foods, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Sublingual Liquid B-12 With B-Complex, 2000 mcg, Solgar, 2 oz. TakeHerb: Vegan Sublingual B-12, Deva Nutrition, 90 Tabs TakeHerb: Ultra Vitamin B-12, NOW Foods, 4 fl. oz.
Vitamin C With Bioflavonoids	5,000-20,000 mg daily. See Ascorbic Acid Flush.	Important antioxidant that protects against cell damage. Essential in immune function and tissue repair. Smoking drastically depletes the body of vitamin C.
VITAMIN C & BIOFLAVONOID PRODUCTS Kalyx: Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) Powder, Pure, Nutricology, 1000 mg, 120 Grams Kalyx: Vitamin C, Pure, Nutricology, 1000 mg, 100 Caps Kalyx: HerbaLozenges Orange C, Zand, 125 mg, 15 Per Bag Kalyx: Gummy Vitamin C Slices, Rainbow Light, 30 Single Serve Packets Kalyx: Fruit Snacks, 100% Vitamin C, Farley's & Sathers Candy Co., 5 lbs. Kalyx: Ester- C Powder With Citrus Bioflavonoids, American Health, 8 oz. Kalyx: Ester-C Liquid, American Health, 8 fl. oz. Kalyx: Ester-C Advanced Antioxidant Formula, American Health, 90 Vegetarian Tabs Kalyx: Ester-C Chewable Wafers, American Health, 250 mg, 125 Wafers HerbsPro: Maxi-C Complex Vitamin C, Country Life, 1000 mg, 180 Tabs TakeHerb: Ascorbic Acid Powder (Vitamin C), NOW Foods, 3 lbs. TakeHerb: Ascorbate C Powder, TwinLab, 2000 mg, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Liquid C With Rose Hips, Good'n Natural, 300 mg, 4 oz. TakeHerb: Alive! Organic Vitamin C Powder, Made With Organic Fruit, Nature's Way, 120 grams TakeHerb: Vitamin C-500 Complex With Bioflavonoids, Acerola & RoseHips, NOW Foods, 100 Tabs
And Folic Acid	400 mcg daily.	Needed for the formation of red blood cells; important for healthy cell division and replication. A brain food vital for the health of the nervous system.
FOLIC ACID - VITAMIN B-9 PRODUCTS Kalyx: Folic Acid, Country Life, 800 mcg, 250 Tabs Kalyx: Folic Acid, TwinLab, 800 mcg, 100 Caps Kalyx: Folic Acid, Natures Way, 800 mcg, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Folic Acid, Country Life, 800 mcg, 250 Tabs HerbsPro: Folic Acid, FoodScience of Vermont, 800 mcg, 60 Caps HerbsPro: Folic Acid, Jarrow Formulas, 800 mcg, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Folic Acid, Natures Way, 800 mcg, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Folic Acid, Source Naturals, 800 mcg, 500 Tabs HerbsPro: Folic Acid, Source Naturals, 800 mcg, 1000 Tabs HerbsPro: Folic Acid, 800 mcg, Source Naturals, 200 Tabs HerbsPro: Folic Acid, TwinLab, 800 mcg, 200 Caps HerbsPro: Folic Acid, Olympian Labs, 800 mcg, 100 Caps House of Nutrition: Pathway Folic Acid, 100 mcg, 4 oz. House of Nutrition: Kal's Micro Folic Acid, 400 mcg, 180 Tabs House of Nutrition: Pathway's Folic Acid Liquid, 4 oz. TakeHerb: Vitamin B-12 & Folic Acid Drops Liquid Eztract, Health Herbs, 1 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Folic Acid, Natrol, 400 mcg, 100 Tabs
Vitamin E	Start with 200 IU daily and increase by 200 IU each month, up to 800 IU daily.	One of the most powerful antioxidants, needed to protect cells and organs from damage by the smoke. Improves circulation and prevents complications through the antioxidant properties.
VITAMIN E PRODUCTS Kalyx: Vitamin E One Grand, Thompson Nutritional, 1000 IU, 30 Softgels Mountain Rose Herbs: Vitamin E Oil, Mixed Tocopherols, GMO Free, Kosher Certified, 7500 IU per oz., 2 oz. to 1 gallon TakeHerb: Natural Vitamin E Oil, Good'n Natural, 30000 IU, 2.5 oz. Kalyx: Vitamin E One Grand, Thompson Nutritional, 1000 IU, 30 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Good'n Natural, 1000 IU, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, D-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate, NOW Foods, 600 IU, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Natural Dry Vitamin E, Country Life, 400 IU, 100 Tabs TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Dry, 100% Natural, TwinLab, 400 IU, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Vitamin E, D-Alpha Tocopherol, Source Naturals, 400 IU, 250 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Mixed Alpha Tocopherol, Solgar, 400 IU, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Natural With Mixed Tocopherols, Enzymatic Therapy, 400 IU, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, D-Alpha Tocopherol, Source Naturals, 200 IU, 250 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Mixed Tocopherols, Solgar, 200 IU, 250 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Dry Alpha Tocopherol, Solgar, 200 IU, 100 VCaps TakeHerb: Vitamin E, D-Alpha Tocopherol Acetate, Natural, 21st Century, 200 IU, 110 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin E, Mixed Tocopherols, Solgar, 100 IU, 250 Softgels
Important
Vitamin A	25,000 IU daily. Caution: If you are pregnant, do not exceed 10,000 IU daily.	Antioxidants that aid in the healing of mucous membranes, important for protection.
VITAMIN A PRODUCTS Kalyx: Vitamin A & D, TwinLab Allergy D, 10,000 IU / 400 IU, 100 Caps House of Nutrition: Vitamin A, Nature's Life, 10,000 IU, 100 Softgels House of Nutrition: Vitamin A, Nature's Life, 10,000 IU, 250 Softgels House of Nutrition: Vitamin A, Nature's LIfe, 25,000 IU, 100 Softgels House of Nutrition: Vitamin A & D-3, BlueBonnet, 25,000 I.U. / 1000 I.U., 100Softgels House of Nutrition: Vitamin A Suppositories, Wise Woman Herbal, 10 Count House of Nutrition: Vitamin A Suppositories, Wise Woman Herbal, 30 Count House of Nutrition: Solaray's Emulsified Dry Vitamin A, 25,000 IU, 60 Caps House of Nutrition: Thompson's Nutritional Vitamin A & D Fish Liver Oil, 10,000 IU / 400 IU, 30 Softgels House of Nutrition: Vitamin A Palmitate, Carlson Lab, 15,000 IU, 120 Gels House of Nutrition: Vitamin A, BlueBonnet, 1000 IU, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin A, NOW Foods, 10,000 IU, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Vitamin A, Nature's Way, 10,000 IU, 100 Softgels
Natural Beta-Carotene or Carotenoid Complex (Betatene)	15,000 IU daily As directed on label.	Important for lung problems. An antioxidant and precursor of vitamin A. Needed by all cells for repair and rebuilding. An important antioxidant needed to maintain the health of the eyes.
BETA CAROTENE & CAROTENE COMPLEX PRODUCTS Kalyx: Beta Carotene, Thompson Nutritional, 25,000 IU, 30 Softgels Kalyx: Beta Carotene, Schiff, 25,000 IU, 90 Softgels Kalyx: Beta Carotene, FoodScience Laboratories, 25,000 IU, 180 Softgels Kalyx: Beta Carotene, Thompson Nutritional, 25,000 IU, 30 Softgels HerbsPro: Carotenoid Complex, Country Life, 60 Softgels House of Nutrition: Biochem Phyto-Nutrient Carotenoid Complex, Country Life, 60 Softgels House of Nutrition: Carotenoid Complex, Pharmax, 60 Caps TakeHerb: Advanced Carotenoid Complex, Solgar, 60 Softgels TakeHerb: LycoPom, New Chapter, 60 VCaps TakeHerb: NAT Beta Carotene, NOW Foods, 25,000 IU, 180 Softgels TakeHerb: Oceanic Beta Carotene, Solgar, 25,000 IU, 180 Softgels
Zinc	50-80 mg daily. Do not exceed a total of 100 mg daily from all supplements.	Important in immune function. Use zinc gluconate lozenges or OptiZinc for best absorption.
ZINC PRODUCTS Kalyx: Zinc, TwinLab, 30 mg, 100 Caps Kalyx: Zinc, TwinLab, 50 mg, 180 Caps Kalyx: Zinc & Echinacea, Quantum, 48 Cherry Flavored Lozenges HerbsPro: Zinc Orotate, NCI (Dr. Hans Nieper), 60 mg, 200 Tabs HerbsPro: Zinc High Potency, Thompson Nutritional Products, 50 mg, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: Zinc Plus, Olympian Labs, 30 mg, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Opti L-Zinc, Now Foods, 30 mg, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Zinc Lozenges, FoodScience of Vermont, 23 mg, 60 Lozenges HerbsPro: Ultimate Zinc - C, NOW Foods, 100 Lozenges HerbsPro: Zinc Gluconate, NOW Foods, 50 mg, 100 Tabs HerbsPro: Zinc Picolinate, NOW Foods, 50 mg, 120 Caps TakeHerb: Wellness Zinc Lozenges With Vitamin C (Zinc Ascorbate), Source Naturals, 23 mg / 30 mg, 120 Tabs TakeHerb: Wellness Zinc Throat Spray, Source Naturals, 2 oz. TakeHerb: Zinc Plus, Olympian Labs, 30 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: OptiZinc, Zinc Monomethionine Complex, Source Naturals, 240 Tabs
Helpful
Super Antioxidants	As directed on label.	Aids in uptake of nutrients with meals and supplements. Generally associated with improving heart health, antioxidants serve a number of roles, including as immune booster. Antioxidants provide a benefit by neutralizing excessive numbers of free radicals. In small amounts, free radicals can be beneficial, supporting healthy immune function. In large numbers, free radicals can disrupt the genetic code of cells, causing the body to misidentify the cells, possibly leading to abnormal cell growth and other diseases. Excessive free radicals can interfere with calcium levels and contribute to accelerated aging.
ANTIOXIDANT PRODUCTS Kalyx: Energy Whole Food Antioxidant Drink Mix, Pomegranate Green Tea Flavor, 300 grams (30 Servings) Kalyx: Fruit Antioxidant Multiple Vitamin & Mineral Formula, All One, 15.9 oz. OxyFresh: Antioxidants TakeHerb: Antioxidant Supreme, Nature's Answer, 60 VCaps TakeHerb: Mangoni Concentrate, NOW Foods, Superfruit Antioxidant Cocktail, 32 oz. TakeHerb: Organic Power Noni, Tahiti Trader, 32 oz. TakeHerb: Acai Juice Blend, Energy, Stamina & Vitality, Dynamic Health, 6500 mg, 32 oz. TakeHerb: Acai Plus Juice Blend, Healthy Immune & Inflammatory Responses, NOW Foods, 6500 mg, 32 oz. TakeHerb: Ultra Antioxidant, Increase Immune Function, Liquid Health, 32 oz. TakeHerb: Super Antioxidant Formula, Promotes Antioxidant Health, Good'n Natural, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Supercritical Antioxidants, New Chapter, 60 Softgels TakeHerb: BlueBerry Magic Deep Blue Antioxidant Power, Herbasway, 2 oz. TakeHerb: Antioxidant Formula, Nature's Way, 60 Tabs
Cell Guard	As directed on label.	Provides high levels of antioxidant enzymes for cellular health. Cell Guard is a combination of advanced potent antioxidant enzymes and other vital nutrients, to enrich and protect the micronutritional environment of your cells. Free radicals are unstable molecules which steal electrons from other molecules and disrupt healthy cell function.
CELL-GUARD PRODUCTS Kalyx: Cell Guard, Biotech Foods, 80 Caps Kalyx: Cell Guard, Biotech Foods, 170 Caps Kalyx: Cell Guard Plus, Biotech Foods, 750 mg, 170 Caps HerbsPro: Cell Guard, Source Naturals, 30 Tabs HerbsPro: Cell Guard, Source Naturals, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: Cell Guard, Source Naturals, 120 Tabs HerbsPro: Cell Guard, Biotech Foods, 80 Caps HerbsPro: Cell Guard, Biotech Foods, 170 Caps HerbsPro: Cell Guard Plus, Biotech Foods, 750 mg, 80 Caplets HerbsPro: Cell Guard Plus, Biotech Foods, 750 mg, 170 Caplets TakeHerb: Cell Guard, Source Naturals, 30 Tabs TakeHerb: Cell Guard, Source Naturals, 60 Tabs TakeHerb: Cell Guard, Source Naturals, 120 Tabs TakeHerb: Cell Guard, Biotech Foods, 80 Caps TakeHerb: Cell Guard, Biotech Foods, 170 Caps TakeHerb: Cell Guard Plus, Biotech Foods, 750 mg, 80 Caps TakeHerb: Cell Guard Plus, Biotech Foods, 170 Caps
Chlorophyll (Kyo-Green from Wakunaga is a good source.)	As directed on label 3 times daily.	Aids in clear breathing. Supplies nutrients and chlorophyll needed for repair. Important in immune response.
KYO-GREEN PRODUCTS TakeHerb: Kyo-Green Tablets, Kyolic, 180 Tabs TakeHerb: Kyo-Green, No Maltodextrin, Wakunaga, 5.3 oz. TakeHerb: Kyo-Green, No Maltodextrin, Wakunaga, 10 oz. TakeHerb: Kyo-Green Harvest Blend Drink Mix, Wakunaga, 6 oz. TakeHerb: Kyo-Green Green Tea, Wakunaga, 1.7 oz. GREEN PRODUCTS Kalyx: Wheatgrass, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 500 mg, 500 Caps TakeHerb: Organic Wheat Grass, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 500 Tabs TakeHerb: Wheat Grass Juice Powder, Pines, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Wheat Grass Powder, Pines, 10 oz. Takeherb: Wheat Grass Powder, Pines, 3.5 oz. TakeHerb: Wheat Grass Powder, 24 oz. TakeHerb: Wheat Grass Extract, Health Herbs, TakeHerb: Ultimate Green, Nature's Secret, 300 Tabs TakeHerb: Kyo-Green, No Maltodextrin, Wakunaga, 2.8 oz. TakeHerb: Kyo-Green, No Maltodextrin, Wakunaga, 10 oz. TakeHerb: Progreens With Advanced Probiotic Formula, Nutricology, 180 Caps TakeHerb: Progreens Powder With Advanced Probiotic Formula, Nutricology, 145 gm TakeHerb: Progreens Powder With Advanced Probiotic, Nutricology, 265 gm SPIRULINA PRODUCTS Kalyx: Spirulina Powder (Spirulina platensis), Certified Organic, Frontier Brand, 1 lb. Kalyx: Spirulina, Natural, Earthwise, 600 mg, 300 Caps Kalyx: Spirulina Extract, Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Spirulina Powder, Chinese (Spirulina platensis), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Spirulina Powder, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 4 oz. TakeHerb: Spirulina Powder, Now Foods, 1 lb. HerbsPro; Spirulina Powder, Hawaiian, Now Foods, 4 oz. HerbsPro: Hawaiian Spirulina Powder, Nutrex, 5 lbs. HerbsPro; Spirulina Pacifica, Nutrex, 500 mg, Tabs House of Nutrition: Spirulina Greens Blend, Earthwise, 7.4 oz.
Dimethylglycine (DMG)	As directed on label.	Detoxifies the body and helps the body maintain high energy levels. A powerful antioxidant increases oxygenated of tissues.
DMG PRODUCTS Kalyx: Aangamik DMG, 125 mg, 90 Tabs Kalyx: Aangamik DMG, 250 mg, 90 Chewable Tabs Kalyx: Aangamik DMG, 500 mg, 60 Chewable Tabs Kalyx: Aller-DMG, FoodScience, 120 Chewable VTabs Kalyx: Behavior Balance - DMG Liquid, FoodScience, 12 fl. oz. Kalyx: Immuno-DMG Sparkling Drink Mix, FoodScience, 30 Servings Kalyx: Maitake-DMG Liquid Immune Support, FoodScience, 120 ml.
Herpanacine (From Diamond-Herpanacine Associates)	As directed on label.	Detoxifies the body, balances the nervous system, and boosts immunity.
HERPANACINE PRODUCTS HerbsPro: Healthy Horizons, Stress Fighting Formula, Diamond Herpanacine, 90 Tabs HerbsPro: Diamond Eternal-L, Diamond Herpanacine, 42 Tabs HerbsPro: Diamond Mind, Diamon Herpanacine, 90 Tabs HerbsPro: Herpanacine Skin Support, Diamond Herpanacine, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Herpanacine Skin Support, Diamond Herpanacine, 200 Caps TakeHerb: Herpanacine Total Skin Support System, Diamond Herpanacine, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Herpanacine With Antioxidant, Diamond Herpanacine, 200 Caps TakeHerb: Diamond Etern-L, Diamond Herpanacine, 42 Tabs TakeHerb: Diamond Mind, Enhance Concentration, Focus, Alertness & Memory, Diamond Herpanacine, 90 Tabs TakeHerb: Healthy Horizons, Stress Fighting, Diamond Herpanacine, 90 Tabs
L-Cysteine	As directed on label, on an empty stomach. Take with water or juice, Do not take with milk. Take with 50 mg Vitamin B-6 and 100 mg Vitamin C for better absorption.	Protects against cancer. Destroys free radicals. Potent detoxifiers that protect the lungs, liver, brain, and tissues from cigarette smoke.
CYSTEINE PRODUCTS Kalyx: L-Cysteine, TwinLab, 500 mg, 60 Caps Kalyx: NAC N-Acetyl Cysteine, Nutricology, 500 mg, 120 Tabs TakeHerb: L-Cysteine Powder, Source Naturals, 100 gm, 3.53 oz. TakeHerb: L-Cysteine, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 100 Tabs TakeHerb: L-Cysteine With B-6 & C, Health Herbs, 100 Tabs TakeHerb: L-Cysteine, Solgar, 500 mg, 30 VCaps
And L-Methionine	As directed on label, on an empty stomach. Take with water or juice, Do not take with milk. Take with 50 mg Vitamin B-6 and 100 mg Vitamin C for better absorption.	An antioxidant and free radical scavenger. Potent detoxifiers that protect the lungs, liver, brain, and tissues from cigarette smoke.
METHIONINE PRODUCTS TakeHerb: L-Methionine Powder, Source Naturals, 100 grams, 3.53 oz. TakeHerb: L-Methionine Powder, Carlson Lab, 100 grams TakeHerb: L-Methionine, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: L-Methionine, Carlson Lab, 500 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: L-Methionine, Solgar, 500 mg, 90 VCaps
L-Glutathione	As directed on label, on an empty stomach. Take with water or juice, Do not take with milk. Take with 50 mg Vitamin B-6 and 100 mg Vitamin C for better absorption.	Inhibits the formation of free radicals. Aids in red blood cell integrity and protects immune cells. Glutathione protects the liver.
GLUTATHIONE PRODUCTS TakeHerb: L-Glutathione, Healthy Origins, 250 mg, 60 Caps TakeHerb: L-Glutathione, TwinLab, 100 mg, 60 Caps TakeHerb: L-Glutathione, Good'n Natural, 250 mg, 30 Caps TakeHerb: Glutathione, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 60 VCaps
Maitake	1-4 g (1,000-4,000 mg) daily.	Maitake mushroom inhibits carcinogenesis and protects against metastasis through the lungs. Extract may help to normalize blood sugar levels.
MAITAKE MUSHROOM PRODUCTS Kalyx: Maitake Mushroom Extract, Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Maitake Mushroom Extract, Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz. Kalyx: Maitake, Freeze-Dried, Organic, Fungi Perfecti, 500 mg, 120 VCaps Chinese Herbs Direct: Maitake Full Spectrum, Planetary Formulas, 600 mg, 120 Tabs HerbsPro: Dry Maitake Pack, Maitake Mushroom Wisdom, 1 oz. HerbsPro: Maitake Extract Liquid, Hen of the Woods, Eclectic Institute, 1 oz. HerbsPro: Maitake Extract Liquid, Hen of the Woods, Eclectic Institute, 2 oz. HerbsPro: Maitake Bio-Beta-Glucan Extract, Alcohol Free, 2 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Full Spectrum Maitake Mushroom, Planetary Herbals, 600 mg, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: Full Spectrum Maitake Mushroom, Planetary Herbals, 600 mg, 120 Tabs MUSHROOM BLENDS & COMPLEX PRODUCTS House of Nutrition: Reishi Shiitake Maitake Mushroom Extract, Solgar, 50 Tabs Kalyx: Stamets 7 Mushroom Blend, Fungi Perfecti, 575 mg, 60 VCaps Kalyx: Stamets 7 Mushroom Blend Extract, Fungi Perfecti, 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Mushroom Therapy (Trametes | Shiitake | Maitake | Reishi | Cordyceps), Rainbow Light, 60 VCaps
Multi-Vitamin & Mineral Complex	As directed on label.200 mcg daily.	Necessary for immune function.
MULTI-VITAMINS & MINERALS PRODUCTS 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. Kalyx: Superior Multiple All-In-One Multivitamin & Mineral, Country Life, 180 Tabs Kalyx: Superior Care High Potency Multivitamin For Adults, Foodscience Labs, 120 Tabs Kalyx: All-In-One Multivitamin, Iron-Free, Thompson Nutritional, 60 Caps Kalyx: Active Senior SafeGuard Just Once Multivitamin, 90 Tabs Kalyx: Complete Prenatal System, Rainbow Light, 180 Tabs Kalyx: Complete Prenatal System, Rainbow Light, 360 Tabs HerbsPro: Alpha Betic For People with Diabetes, 30 Tabs HerbsPro: Diabetic Support, Liquid Health, 32 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Completia Diabetic, Diabetic Multivitamin, Natures Way, 30 Tabs HerbsPro: Completia Diabetic, Diabetic Multivitamin, Natures Way, 60 Tabs HerbsPro: Completia Diabetic, Diabetic Multivitamin, Natures Way, 90 Tabs HerbsPro: Vegan, Multivitamin & Mineral, Without Iron, Deva Vegan, 90 Tabs HerbsPro: Women's Answer Multivitamin With Minerals, Rainbow Light, 180 Tabs HerbsPro: Women's Multivitamin With Minerals, Trace Minerals & Amino Acids, Whole Foods, Liquid Health, 32 oz. House of Nutrition: Mega Multivitamin & Mineral Drink Mix, Berry Flavor, Integrative Therapeutic ITI, 637 gms House of Nutrition: Vitamin Code Liquid Multivitamin & Mineral Formula, Orange-Mango, Garden Of Life, 30 fl. oz. House of Nutrition: Nutra Support Diabetes, Multi-Vitamin & Mineral, Iron Free, Carlsons, 60 Softgels House of Nutrition: Nutra-Support Diabetes, Multi-Vitamin & Mineral, Iron-Free, Carlsons, 120 Softgels House of Nutrition: Completia Prenatal, Nature's Way, 240 Tabs House of Nutrition: Early Promise Prenatal Micronutrient Powder, Bluebonnet, Chocolate Flavor, 1.1 lb. House of Nutrition: Buried Treasure's Prenatal Plus DHA Complete, 16 oz. House of Nutrition: New Chapter's Perfect Prenatal, 96 Tabs TakeHerb: Daily Multivitamin For Optimum Health, Dr. Weil, 90 Tabs TakeHerb: Adult's Multivitamin Chewable, Exotic Red Super Fruit, Nature's Plus, 90 Tabs TakeHerb: Ultra Vita Min - Multivitamin & Mineral Supplement, Good'n Natural, 100 Tabs TakeHerb: Diabetes Health Pack, Nature Made, 30 Tabs TakeHerb: Diabetic Multiple Formula, 90 Tabs TakeHerb: Ultra Vitamin - Multivitamin & Multimineral Supplement, Good'n Natural, 100 Tabs TakeHerb: Epresat Adult Multivitamin, Floradix Herbal Extracts, 8.5 oz. TakeHerb: Formula VM-2000 Multi-Nutrient System With Herbs, Solgar, 2 Tabs TakeHerb: Alive Once Daily, Womens 50 Plus Ultra Balanced, Natures Way, 60 Tabs TakeHerb: Alive Once Daily, Mens 50 Plus Ultra Complete, Natures Way, 60 Tabs
Selenium	200 mcg daily.	Free radical scavenger and powerful immune enhancer. Helps to prevent cell damage.
SELENIUM PRODUCTS Kalyx: Selenium, Schiff, 200 mcg, 60 Tabs Kalyx: Selenium Plus, Thompson Nutritional, 200 mcg, 60 Tabs Kalyx: Selenium, Yeast Free, Thompson Nutritional, 200 mcg, 30 Tabs Kalyx: Selenium Solution, Nutricology, 100 mcg, 8 oz. Liquid HerbsPro: Selenium Liquid Solution, Nutricology, 8 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Selenium, Now Foods, 100 mcg, 250 Tabs HerbsPro: Selenium, Source Naturals, 100 mcg, 250 Tabs HerbsPro: Selenium, Now Foods, 200 mcg, 180 Caps HerbsPro: Selenium, Natures Way, 200 mcg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Selenium, NOW Foods, 200 mcg, 180 VCaps TakeHerb: Selenium, Hi-Potency, Lifetime, 200 mcg, 90 Caps
Raw Thymus Glandular	As directed on labor.	Important in proper brain function. A glandular that improves immune function. See Gland Therapy for more information.
RAW THYMUS GLANDULAR PRODUCTS Kalyx: Thymus Organic Glandular, Nutricology, 500 mg, 75 Caps TakeHerb: Raw Thymus, Ultra Glandular, 200 mg, 60 Tabs

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HERBS

Burdock Root and Red Clover help cleanse the bloodstream of toxins.

BURDOCK ROOT PRODUCTS Burdock Root is used as a food and medicine in cultures all over the world. It is traditionally used for skin disorders associated with adolescence. Burdock combines well with Red Clover, Yellow Dock, and Dandelion. Uses: Acne; Athlete's Foot; Blood; Bursitis; Calcium Deposits; Disinfectant; Eczema; Gangrene; Gout; Itching; Osteoporosis; Poison Ivy/Oak; Psoriasis; Rheumatism; Skin Disorders; Skin Irritations; & Swelling. Burdock comes in various forms and is an ingredient in many products. A standard dose of Burdock is 1 to 2 g of powdered dry root 3 times per day. For other formulations, read and follow product label directions. Burdock works well when combined with yellow dock, red clover, and cleavers. Mountain Rose Herbs: Burdock Root, Organic Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Burdock Root Extract 4:1, Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Burdock Root, Cut & Sifted, Certified Organic, Frontier Chinese Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Burdock Root Powder, Certified Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Burdock Root Extract, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 fl. oz. Kalyx: Burdock Root Extract, Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Burdock Root Extract, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 4 fl. oz. Kalyx: Burdock Root Extract, Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Burdock Root, NOW Foods, 430 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Burdock Root, Nature's Way, 540 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Burdock Root Tea, Organic, Celebration Herbals, 24 Bags TakeHerb: Burdock Root Tea, Alvita Teas, 24 Bags

RED CLOVER PRODUCTS There is no evidence that Red Clover can help those with cancer; however, its use as a cancer therapy in many parts of the world has prompted scientists to take a closer look at this herb. It is also used to treat menopausal symptoms. This herb works well in treating bronchitis, asthma, and spasmodic coughs. Red Clover is also used to treat acne, eczema, abscesses, psoriasis, insect bites, stings, and other skin diseases. In a compress it works well in treating arthritis pains and gout. As an eyewash, Red Clover herb can be used to treat conjunctivitis. Red Clover comes in various forms and is an ingredient in many products. For a tea, take 1 cup of boiling water to 2-3 teaspoons of dried flowers. Drink 3 cups a day. In capsule of tablet form take 2-4 grams a day. In using a tincture use 2-4 ml 3 times a day. For other formulations, read and follow product label directions. DELICIOUS RED CLOVE TEA Ingredients: Red Clover Blossoms Lemon Honey Fresh mint leaves -and/or- Several dandelion leaves Instructions: Put the fresh or dried blossoms and leaves, with or without the mint and dandelion, into a 2-cup earthenware teapot. Fill teapot with boiling water, cover, and infuse for 5 to 10 minutes over very low heat. Strain into a hot cup, add a twist of lemon and sweeten with honey. Mountain Rose Herbs: Red Clover, Organic Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Red Clover Blossoms Whole, Certified Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb Kalyx: Red Clover Flowering Tops Extract, Nature's Answer, 1 fl. oz. Kalyx: Red Clover Extract, Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Red Clover Extract, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 4 fl. oz. Kalyx: Red Clover Extract, Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz. Kalyx: Red Clover Tops Extract, Nature's Answer, Standardized, 350 mg, 60 VCaps TakeHerb: Red Clover, NOW Foods, 425 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Red Clover Blossom & Herb, Nature's Way, 430 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Red Clover Tea, Caffeine Free, Alvita Teas, 30 Bags TakeHerb: Red Clover Extract, Low Alcohol, Nature's Answer, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Red Clover Diaper Cream, Earth Friendly Baby, 1.5 oz.

Cayenne (Capsicum) desensitizes respiratory tract cells to irritants from cigarette smoke.

CAYENNE (CAPSICUM) PRODUCTS Cayenne Pepper contains beta-carotene; beta-ionone, citric acid, hesperidin, imonen, lutein, and quercetin just to name a few. It also contains capsaicin, which reduces pain and inflammation. When combined with other herbs, Cayenne Pepper helps increase their effectiveness by helping them enter the blood stream faster. Capsaicin can also stimulate and then desensitize the warmth detectors in the hypothalamus gland so that a drop in body temperature is evident. This enables natives in hot southern climates like Central and South America and Africa, to tolerate the heat a lot better than we would. Cayenne Pepper has been known for its ability to aid in digestion, improve circulation, and reduce or stop bleeding from stomach ulcers. Taken internally it stimulates circulation and induces sweating to break a fever. Some native people of Thailand believe that eating Cayenne everyday helps reduce blood clots. Herbalists recommend it to treat colds and infectious diarrhea, arthritis and rheumatism. There is scientific evidence that suggests adding Cayenne Pepper to meals boosts vitamin C levels and revs up the metabolism. This pepper is also used with lobelia to help soothe nerves. It is beneficial for the heart, kidneys, lungs, pancreas, spleen, and stomach. In naturopathic medicine, Cayenne Pepper is combined with lemon juice, and salt to relieve even the worst sore throat pain for up to 4 hours. It also fights viral infection. When applied topically in a lotion or salve Cayenne works to soothe muscle aches and pains associated with arthritis, rheumatism, backache, strains and sprains. The United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Capsaicin for pain caused by shingles, an adult disease that is caused by the virus that causes chicken pox in children. Such over-the-counter (OTC) creams as Zostrix or Heet contain capsaicin and are applied externally to treat rheumatic and arthritic pains, cluster headaches, diabetic foot pain, fibromyalgia, and post-herpetic nerve pain. These creams usually contain 0.025-0.075 percent capsaicin. In 2002 there was some research done that helped to determine Capsaicin's pain relieving effects. Creams that contain the compound lowered pain in arthritis sufferers' hands by 40 percent when used four times a day. A study done for pain from long-term shingles found that 77 percent of the people had reduced pain after using the cream for four months. The study also said that Capsaicin containing ream is less expensive and safer than other painkillers used for the same conditions. Cayenne Pepper comes in various forms and is an ingredient in many products. For taking capsules, the recommended daily dose is 1 capsule 2 to 3 times a day. Adults and children two and above can safely use it topically 3 to 4 times a day. For treating a sore throat, combine the juice of one-half lemon or lime with one full tablespoon of salt. Stir both into one-half cup of lukewarm distilled water. Stir in one-quarter teaspoon of Cayenne pepper. Gargle as needed, but do not swallow. Mountain Rose Herbs: Cayenne, Organic Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Cayenne, Thompson Nutritional, 515 mg, 60 Caps Kalyx: Cayenne Pepper (Capsicum annum), Nature's Herbs, 1,350 mg (40,000 STU), 100 Caps Kalyx: Cayenne Pepper, Nature's Answer, 450 mg (0.25% Capsaicin), 90 Caps Kalyx: Cayenne Chili Powder, Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg (90,000 HU), 90 VCaps Kalyx: Cayenne Chili Pepper (Capsicum) 10:1, Herbal Extracts Plus, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Red Cayenne Chili Pepper Powder (160,000 HU), Starwest Botanicals, Certified Organic, 1 lb Kalyx: Red Cayenne Chili Pepper Powder (90,000 HU), Frontier Spices, Certified Organic, 1 lb Kalyx: Red Cayenne Chili Pepper Powder (30,000 HU), Frontier Spices, Certified Organic, 1 lb Kalyx: Cayenne Pepper Extract (Capsicum annum), Starwest Botanicals, 1 fl. oz. Kalyx: Cayenne Extract (Capsicum annum), Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Cayenne Pepper Extract (Capsicum annum), Starwest Botanical, 4 fl. oz. Kalyx: Cayenne Extract (Capsicum annum), Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Cayenne, Extra Hot (100,000 HU), Nature's Way, 450 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Cayenne, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 250 Caps TakeHerb: CapsiCool Controlled Heat, Stomach Gentle, Nature's Way, 390 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Cayenne Oil, Health Herbs, 2 oz. TakeHerb: Cayenne Ointment, Deep Heating Balm, Dr. Christopher's Original Formulas, 2 oz. HerbPro: Cayenne Capsicum Tincture, Nature's Answer, 2 fl. oz.

Catnip, Hops, Lobelia, Skullcap, and/or Valerian Root can be used to help reduce the nervousness and anxiety that may accompany nicotine withdrawal. Caution: Do not take Lobelia internally on an ongoing basis.

CATNIP PRODUCTS Mountain Rose Herbs, Catnip Leaf & Flower, Certified Organic, 4 oz to 1 lb. Kalyx: Catnip Leaf & Flower, Cut & Sifted, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Catnip Leaf & Flower, Organic, Cut & Sifted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. HerbPro: Catnip Tea, Alvita Teas, 30 Bags HerbsPro: Catnip Extract, Herb Pharm, 1 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Catnip Essential Oil, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Catnip Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Catnip Leaf Powder (Nepeta cataria), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Catnip Leaf Organic, Cut & Sifted, Nepeta cataria, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Catnip Leaf & Flower, Organic, Cut & Sifted, Frontier, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Catnip Herb, Organic, Natures Way, 760 mg, 100 Caps

HOPS PRODUCTS Humulus lupulus is a strong seducer of sleep. Insomniacs will slump on the kitchen table with half a cup of Hops infusion still sitting beside them. Hops is also an excellent herb for increasing and enriching breast milk. It is helpful in relieving afterbirth pains. Unfortunately, the taste of Hops is acrid and unpalatable to many and the tincture does not seem to be as effective. The use of hops is recommended for discomfort due to restlessness or anxiety and sleep disturbances. Hops has been used to improve appetite and digestion and has a mild sedative effect. Hops are high in the bitter principles humulone and lupulone. These are thought to be responsible for the appetite-stimulating properties of hops. Hops also contain about 1–3 percent volatile oils. Hops have been shown to have mild sedative properties. Many herbal preparations for insomnia combine hops with other sedative herbs, such as valerian, passion flower and scullcap. The official preparations are an infusion and a tincture. The infusion is employed as a vehicle, especially for bitters and tonics: the tincture is stomachic and is used to improve the appetite and digestion. Both preparations have been considered to be sedative, were formerly much given in nervousness and hysteria and at bedtime to induce sleep; in cases of nervousness, delirium and inflammation being considered to produce a most soothing effect, frequently procuring for the patient sleep after long periods of sleeplessness in overwrought conditions of the brain. The bitter principle in the Hop proves one of the most efficacious vegetable bitters obtainable. An infusion of 1/2 ounce Hops to 1 pint of water will be found the proper quantity for ordinary use. It has proved of great service also in heart disease, fits, neuralgia and nervous disorders, besides being a useful tonic in indigestion, jaundice, and stomach and liver affections generally. It gives prompt ease to an irritable bladder, and is said to be an excellent drink in cases of delirium tremens. Sherry in which some Hops have been steeped makes a capital stomachic cordial. A pillow of warm Hops will often relieve toothache and earache, allay nervous irritation and bring on delayed sleep. Mountain Rose Herbs: Hops, Certified Organic & Wildcrafted Bulk Herbs Mountain Rose Herbs: Hops Flower Extract (Humulus lupulus), Certified Organic, 1 fl. oz. or 4 fl. oz. Kalyx: Hops Flowers (Humulus lupulus), Whole, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Hops Flowers (Humulus lupulus), Whole, Certified Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Hops Flowers (Humulus lupulus) Powder, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Hops Extract (Humulus lupulus), Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Hops Extract (Humulus lupulus), Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz. Kalyx: Hops Flowers, Natures Way, 310 mg, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Hops Extract, Organic, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Hops Extract, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Hops (Humulus lupulus), Fresh Freeze-Dried, Eclectic Institute, 200 mg, 90 Caps House of Nutrition: Hops, Solaray, 440 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Hops Flowers Powder (Humulus lupulus), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Hops Flowers, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Hops Extract, To Promote Sleep & Soothe Nerves, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Hops Flowers Organic Tea, Celebration Herbals, 24 Tea Bags TakeHerb: Valerian Hops Extract, Alcohol Free, Oregon's Wild Harvest, 1 fl. oz.

LOBELIA PRODUCTS Lobelia is an analgesic, antispasmodic, astringent and decongestant. It is a powerful physical relaxant, and thus useful for hacking coughs and hysteria. In small doses Lobelia acts as a stimulant and in larger doses it acts as a nerve depressant. Lobelia contains the potent alkaloid lobeline which is used in anti-smoking lozenges. Large doses of lobelia are nauseating. It is sometimes given in convulsive and inflammatory disorders such as epilepsy, tetanus, diphtheria and tonsilitis. Where relaxation of the system is required, as, for instance, to subdue spasm, Lobelia is invaluable. Relaxation can be counteracted by the stimulating and tonic infusion of Capsicum. As a remedy for hysteria, hysterical paroxysms and hysterical convulsions, the combined tinctures of this remedy and capsicum have no superior. It will immediately terminate many paroxysms and quickly control convulsive attacks. Mountain Rose Herbs: Lobelia, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs Mountain Rose Herbs: Lobelia Extract, Certified Organic Extract-Tinctures Kalyx: Lobelia Extract (Lobelia inflata), Herb Pharm, 1 fl. oz. Kalyx: Lobelia Extract (Lobelia inflata), Starwest Botanicals, 1 fl. oz. Kalyx: Lobelia Extract (Lobelia inflata), Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Lobelia Herb Extract (Lobelia inflata), Starwest Botanicals, 4 fl. oz. Kalyx: Lobelia Extract (Lobelia inflata), Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz. Kalyx: Lobelia Herb, Natures Way, 100 Caps Kalyx: Lobelia Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Lobelia Leaf Powder, Wildcrafted, Starwest Botanicals, 4 oz. HerbsPro: Cleanse Lobelia Extract In Apple Cider Vinegar, Dr. Christophers Formulas, 1 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Lobelia Inflata Herb Extract, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz. House of Nutrition: Lobelia (Lobelia inflata), Herb Pharm, 8 fl. oz. House of Nutrition: Lobelia Inflata Homeopathic 6C, Boiron, 80 Pellets House of Nutrition: Lobelia Inflata Homeopathic 30C, Boiron, 80 Pellets House of Nutrition: Lobelia (Lobelia inflata) Extract, Wise Woman Herbal, 4 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Lobelia Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Lobelia Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted, Lobelia inflata, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Lobelia Leaf Powder, Wildcrafted, Lobelia inflata, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Lobelia Herb, Respiratory Tonic, Natures Way, 425 mg, 100 Caps

SKULLCAP SUPPLEMENT Skullcap tincture provides deep, refreshing sleep. Skullcap calms the nerves. It has traditionally been used internally for nervousness and convulsions, irritability, insomnia, and neuralgia. Skullcap may act as a sedative, to relax spasms, lower fever and stimulate the kidneys, and has anti-toxic effects. Skullcap is an excellent tonic for the nervous system. It is good for treating anxiety, insomnia, and nervous headache. The tincture, not the infusion, is used to sedate and bring on sound sleep. Use three drops of homemade fresh-plant tincture in a glass of water should bring on immediate sleep. Five drops of tincture may bring on extended sleep. There are no side effects from overdoses of Skullcap, so start small but do not be afraid to repeat or increase the dose, especially when using commercial tinctures made from dried Skullcap. Skullcap is not habit forming. Take up to 30 drops of commercial tincture (from dried plants) or 5-15 drops of fresh plant tincture half an hour before going to bed. An infusion of the dried plant nourishes and strengthens the nerves. Drink two cups daily for several months if your nerves feel frayed and you are easily upset. Mountain Rose Herbs: Skullcap, Certified Organic, Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Skullcap Extract, Glycerite, Alcohol Free, Herb Pharm, Fresh Flowering Plant, 1 fl. oz. Kalyx: Skullcap Extract, Herb Pharm, Fresh Flowering Plant, 1 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Skullcap Extract, Glycerite, Alcohol Free, Herb Pharm, Fresh Flowering Plant, 4 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Skullcap Extract, Herb Pharm, Fresh Flowering Plant, 4 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Scullcap (Skullcap) Herb, Organic, Cut & Sifted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Scullcap (Skullcap) Herb Powder, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 4 oz. TakeHerb: Scullcap (Skullcap), Certified Organic, Bazaar of India, 100 VCaps

VALERIAN ROOT PRODUCTS After numerous scientific studies, Germany's Commission E approved Valerian root as a sleep aid. It helps the body and mind to relax and is useful in times of stress and anxiety. Mountain Rose Herbs: Valerian Root, Bulk Organic Herbs Kalyx: Valerian Plus Herbal Tea, Dr. Stuarts, 15 Tea Bags Kalyx: Valerian Extract, Standardized, Natures Way, 400 mg, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Valerian Root, Natures Way, 530 mg, 100 VCaps Kalyx: Valerian Root, Cut & Sifted, Certified Organic (Valeriana officinalis), Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Valerian Root, Cut & Sifted, Certified Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Valerian Root Powder, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Valerian Root Powder, Certified Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Valerian Root Extract, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 fl. oz. Kalyx: Valerian Root Extract, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 4 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Valerian Root Tea, Alvita Teas, 24 Bags HerbsPro: Valerian Mint Tea, Alvita Teas, 24 Bags HerbsPro: Valerian Extract, Alcohol Free, Eclectic Institute, 1 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Valerian Extract, Eclectic Institute, 2 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Valerian Extract, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Valerian Glycerite Extract, Alcohol Free, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Valerian Root, Now Foods, 500 mg, 250 Caps House of Nutrition: Valerian Extract, Wise Woman Herbal, 8 fl. oz.

Dandelion root and Silymarin - Milk Thistle Extract protect the liver against harmful toxins from cigarette smoke.

DANDELION SUPPLEMENTS & PRODUCTS Mountain Rose Herbs: Dandelion, Certified Organic, Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Dandelion Leaf, Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Dandelion Leaf, Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg, 360 VCaps Kalyx: Dandelion Root, Thompson Nutritional, 520 mg, 60 Caps Kalyx: Dandelion Root 4:1, Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Dandelion Root, Nature's Answer, 1260 mg, 90 Caps Kalyx: Dandelion Root, Cut & Sifted, Certified Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Dandelion Root Powder, Certified Organic, Frontier Bulk Herbs, 1 lb. Kalyx: Dandelion Root Extract, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 fl. oz. Kalyx: Dandelion Root Extract, Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Dandelion Root Extract, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 4 fl. oz. Kalyx: Dandelion Root Extract, Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Dandelion Glycerite, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Dandelion Root Tea, Alvita Teas, 30 Bags HerbsPro: Dandelion Root, Cut & Sifted, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Dandelion Root, Eclectic Institute, 400 mg, 90 Caps TakeHerb: Dandelion Root, Healthier Gall Bladder, Nature's Way, 1620 mg, 180 VCaps TakeHerb: Dandelion Root, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Organic Roasted Dandelion Root Tea, Traditional Medicinals, 16 Bags TakeHerb: Dandelion Leaf Tea, Organic, Celebration Herbals, 24 Bags TakeHerb: Dandelion Root Extract, Alcohol Free, Nature's Answer, 1 oz.

MILK THISTLE PRODUCTS Mountain Rose Herbs: Milk Thistle, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs Mountain Rose Herbs: Milk Thistle Extract, Certified Organic Extract-Tinctures Kalyx: Milk Thistle Advantage, Liver Support Formula, Natrol, 525 mg, 60 VCaps Kalyx: Milk Thistle, Standardized 80% Silymarin, Natures Way, 175 mg, 60 Caps Kalyx: Milk Thistle 4:1, Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Milk Thistle, Standardized 80% Silymarin, Starwest Botanicals, 150 mg, 60 VCaps Kalyx: Milk Thistle Extract, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Milk Thistle, Eclectic Institute, 600 mg, 120 Caps HerbsPro: Milk Thistle Tea, Alvita Teas, 24 Bags HerbsPro: Thisilyn Milk Thistle Extract, Natures Way, 175 mg, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Milk Thistle, Organic, Genceutic Naturals, 350 mg, 60 Caps HerbsPro: Milk Thistle Complex, Liver Gallbladder Drops, Bioforce USA, 1.7 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Milk Thistle, Alcohol Free, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Milk Thistle Extract, Eclectic Institute, 1 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Milk Thistle-Dandelion Extract, Eclectic Institute, 2 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Milk Thistle Extract, Eclectic Institute, 2 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Milk Thistle Extract, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz. House of Nutrition: Super Milk Thistle, Enzymatic, 120 Softgels TakeHerb: Milk Thistle Seed Powder, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Milk Thistle Seed, Protect & Regenerate Liver Cells, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Milk Thistle, Standardized, Promotes Healthy Liver Function, Good'n Natural, 175 mg, 100 Caps

Ginger causes perspiration, which helps the body to shed some of the poisons ingested through smoking. It also soothes stomach irritation occasional experienced with the use of Cayenne or Lobelia.

GINGER SUPPLEMENTS & PRODUCTS Mountain Rose Herbs: Ginger, Certified Organic, Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Ginger Aid Tea, Traditional Medicinals, 16 Tea Bags Kalyx: Ginger & Lemongrass Herbal Tea, Dr. Stuarts, 15 Enveloped Bags Kalyx: Ginger Digestive Aid Tea, Yogi Tea, 16 Tea Bags Kalyx: Ginger Crystallized Root, Certified Organic, 3 oz. Kalyx: Ginger Root Crystallized Pieces, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Ginger Rhizome Extract, Natures Answer, 125 mg, 60 VCaps Kalyx: Ginger Root, Thompson Nutritional, 500 mg, 60 Caps Kalyx: Ginger Root, Starwest Botanicals, 450 mg, 500 Caps Kalyx: Ginger Root 1/4-inch, Cut & Sifted, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Ginger Root Powder, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Ginger Root Powder, Certified Organic, Frontier Chinese Herbs, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Jamaican Ginger Tea, Breezy Morning Teas, 20 Bags HerbsPro: Ginger Herb Tea, Health King, 20 Bags HerbsPro: Ginger Root Tea, Alvita Teas, 24 Bags HerbsPro: Ginger 6:1 Concentrate, Jarrow Formulas, 500 mg, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Ginger Root Extract, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Ginger Root Extract, Organic, Alcohol Free, 1 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Ginger Root Extract, Natures Answer, 2 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Ginger Extract, Herb Pharm, 4 fl. oz. House of Nutrition: Ginger Extract (Zingiber), Glycerite, Alcohol Free, Wise Woman Herbal, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Ginger Crystallized Chunks, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Ginger Root Powder, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Digestion Ginger Honey Tonic, New Chapter, 4 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Ginger Wonder Syrup Original, Safely Reduces Nausea In Pregnancy, New Chapter, 4 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Ginger Tea, 100% Ginger Root, Triple Leaf Tea, 20 Bags TakeHerb: Ginger Honey Crystals, Motion Sickness Relief, Nausea & Digestion, 10 Bags

CAYENNE (CAPSICUM) PRODUCTS Mountain Rose Herbs: Cayenne, Organic Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Cayenne, Thompson Nutritional, 515 mg, 60 Caps Kalyx: Cayenne Pepper (Capsicum annum), Nature's Herbs, 1,350 mg (40,000 STU), 100 Caps Kalyx: Cayenne Pepper, Nature's Answer, 450 mg (0.25% Capsaicin), 90 Caps Kalyx: Cayenne Chili Powder, Herbal Extracts Plus, 600 mg (90,000 HU), 90 VCaps Kalyx: Cayenne Chili Pepper (Capsicum) 10:1, Herbal Extracts Plus, 90 VCaps Kalyx: Red Cayenne Chili Pepper Powder (160,000 HU), Starwest Botanicals, Certified Organic, 1 lb Kalyx: Red Cayenne Chili Pepper Powder (90,000 HU), Frontier Spices, Certified Organic, 1 lb Kalyx: Red Cayenne Chili Pepper Powder (30,000 HU), Frontier Spices, Certified Organic, 1 lb Kalyx: Cayenne Pepper Extract (Capsicum annum), Starwest Botanicals, 1 fl. oz. Kalyx: Cayenne Extract (Capsicum annum), Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Cayenne Pepper Extract (Capsicum annum), Starwest Botanical, 4 fl. oz. Kalyx: Cayenne Extract (Capsicum annum), Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Cayenne, Extra Hot (100,000 HU), Nature's Way, 450 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Cayenne, NOW Foods, 500 mg, 250 Caps TakeHerb: CapsiCool Controlled Heat, Stomach Gentle, Nature's Way, 390 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Cayenne Oil, Health Herbs, 2 oz. TakeHerb: Cayenne Ointment, Deep Heating Balm, Dr. Christopher's Original Formulas, 2 oz. HerbPro: Cayenne Capsicum Tincture, Nature's Answer, 2 fl. oz.

LOBELIA PRODUCTS Mountain Rose Herbs: Lobelia, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs Mountain Rose Herbs: Lobelia Extract, Certified Organic Extract-Tinctures Kalyx: Lobelia Extract (Lobelia inflata), Herb Pharm, 1 fl. oz. Kalyx: Lobelia Extract (Lobelia inflata), Starwest Botanicals, 1 fl. oz. Kalyx: Lobelia Extract (Lobelia inflata), Health & Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Lobelia Herb Extract (Lobelia inflata), Starwest Botanicals, 4 fl. oz. Kalyx: Lobelia Extract (Lobelia inflata), Health & Herbs, 8 fl. oz. Kalyx: Lobelia Herb, Natures Way, 100 Caps Kalyx: Lobelia Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Lobelia Leaf Powder, Wildcrafted, Starwest Botanicals, 4 oz. HerbsPro: Cleanse Lobelia Extract In Apple Cider Vinegar, Dr. Christophers Formulas, 1 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Lobelia Inflata Herb Extract, Natures Answer, 1 fl. oz. House of Nutrition: Lobelia (Lobelia inflata), Herb Pharm, 8 fl. oz. House of Nutrition: Lobelia Inflata Homeopathic 6C, Boiron, 80 Pellets House of Nutrition: Lobelia Inflata Homeopathic 30C, Boiron, 80 Pellets House of Nutrition: Lobelia (Lobelia inflata) Extract, Wise Woman Herbal, 4 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Lobelia Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Lobelia Leaf, Cut & Sifted, Wildcrafted, Lobelia inflata, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Lobelia Leaf Powder, Wildcrafted, Lobelia inflata, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. TakeHerb: Lobelia Herb, Respiratory Tonic, Natures Way, 425 mg, 100 Caps

Slippery Elm relieves lung congestion and coughs.

SLIPPERY ELM SUPPLEMENTS & PRODUCTS Slippery Elm Bark is used to help relieve nausea, heartburn and vaginal irritation. Use the inner bark orally in amounts used in foods. Use cough lozenges as needed. For digestive disorders, make a porridge of Slippery Elm with a bit of honey, and eat as desired. It not only has a most soothing and healing action on all parts it comes in contact with, but in addition possesses as much nutrition as is contained in oatmeal, and when made into gruel forms a wholesome and sustaining food for infants and invalids. It forms the basis of many patient foods. Slippery Elm food is generally made by mixing a teaspoonful of the powder into a thin and perfectly smooth paste with cold water and then pouring on a pint of boiling water, steadily stirring meanwhile. It can, if desired, be flavored with cinnamon, nutmeg or lemon rind. It makes an excellent drink in cases of irritation of the mucous membranes of the stomach and intestines, and taken at night will induce sleep. Another mode of preparation is to beat up an egg with a teaspoonful of the powdered bark, pouring boiling milk over it and sweetening it. Taken unsweetened, 3 times daily, Elm food gives excellent results in gastritis, gastric catarrh, mucous colitis and enteritis, being tolerated by the stomach when all other foods fail, and is of great value in bronchitis, bleeding from the lungs and consumption (being most healing to the lungs), soothing a cough and building up and preventing wasting. For coughs, cut obliquely one or more ounces of bark into pieces about the thickness of a match, add a pinch of cayenne flavor with a slice of lemon and sweeten, infusing the whole in a pint of boiling water and letting it stand for 25 minutes. Take this frequently in small doses. A pint daily is recommended. A standard dosage of capsulized powder is 500 to 1000 mg 3 times daily. Mountain Rose Herbs: Slippery Elm, Certified Organic Bulk Herbs Kalyx: Slippery Elm Bark, Cut, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. Kalyx: Slippery Elm Bark Powder, Certified Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Slippery Elm Bark Powder, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Slippery Elm Powder, Now Foods, 4 oz. HerbsPro: Slippery Elm Extract, Eclectic Institute, 1 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Slippery Elm Extract, Eclectic Institute, 2 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Single Herb Slippery Elm, Dr. Christophers Formulas, 100 VCaps HerbsPro: Slippery Elm Bark, Natures Way, 1480 mg / Serving, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Slippery Elm Bark, Natures Answer, 1050 mg/ Serving, 90 Caps HerbsPro: Slippery Elm Inner Bark, Wild Countryside, Natures Herbs, 340 mg, 100 Caps HerbsPro: Slippery Elm, Now Foods, 400 mg, 100 Caps TakeHerb: Slippery Elm Original Lozenges, Thayers, 150 Lozenges TakeHerb: Slippery Elm Cherry Lozenges, Thayers, 150 Lozenges TakeHerb: Slippery Elm Cherry Lozenges, Sugar Free, Thayers, 100 Lozenges

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DIETARY RECOMMENDATIONS & SUGGESTIONS

Consume more asparagus, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, spinach, sweet potatoes, and turnips. Eat plenty of grains, nuts, seeds, and unpolished brown rice. Millet cereal is a good source of protein. Eat wheat, oat, and bran. Also consume yellow and deep-orange vegetables such as carrots, pumpkin, squash, and yams. Apples, berries, Brazil nuts, cantaloupe, cherries, grapes, legume (including chickpeas, lentils, and red beans), and plums are also helpful.

Eat onions and fresh garlic (lots of them) or you can use garlic in supplement form if you need to, but I feel fresh garlic has much better healing properties.

GARLIC - KYOLIC GARLIC PRODUCTS Mountain Rose Herbs: Garlic Powder, Granules & Minced, Certified Organic, 4 oz. to 1 lb. Kalyx: Garlic Juice Powder, 1 kg (2.2 lbs) Kalyx: Garlic Extract (Allium sativum), 2 fl. oz. Kalyx: Garlic Extract (Allium sativum), 8 fl. oz. HerbsPro: Garlic Time, Time Release Garlic, 180 Caps HerbsPro: Garlic, Super Odorless, Now Foods, 5000 mg, 180 Caps HerbsPro: Garlic Gold Allicin, Olympian Labs, 600 mg / 7200 mcg, 60 Caplets HerbsPro: Pure Garlic Allicin, 5000 mg, 90 Tabs HerbsPro: Garlipure Maximum Allicin Garlic, Natrol, 600 mg, 100 Tabs TakeHerb: Kyolic Aged Garlic Liquid Extract, Formula 100, Wakunaga, 4 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Kyolic Aged Garlic, Formula 100, High Potency, Wakunaga, 600 mg, 200 Caps TakeHerb: Kyolic Aged Garlic Extract, Formula 100, Wakunaga, 100 VCaps TakeHerb: Kyolic One Per Day, Wakunaga, 60 Caplets. TakeHerb: Garlic Gold, Olympian Lab, 600 mg (7200 mcg Allicin), 250 Caplets TakeHerb: Quintessence Pure Garlic, Natrol, 1000 mg, 250 Caps TakeHerb: Garlic Oil, Cholesterol Level Support, Good'n Natural, 5000 mg, 100 Softgels TakeHerb: Garlic, Odorless, NOW Foods, 2500 mg, 250 Softgels. TakeHerb: Super Odorless Garlic, NOW Foods, 5000 mg, 180 Caps

Cook all sprouts slightly except for alfalfa sprouts, which should be eaten raw.

Drink fresh carrot juice daily as a preventive measure against lung cancer. Also drink fresh beet juice (made from both the roots and the greens) and asparagus juice. All dark-colored juices are good, as are black currants. Also beneficial is apple juice, if it is fresh. Drink fruit juices in the morning and vegetable juices in the afternoon.

MoonDragon's Nutrition Therapy: Juicing

Do not consume any junk foods, processed refined foods, saturated fats, salt, sugar, or white flour. Instead of salt, use a kelp or potassium substitute. If you must, use a small amount of black strap molasses or pure maple syrup as a natural sweetener in place of sugar. Use whole wheat or rye instead of white flour. Eliminate alcohol, coffee, and all teas except for herbal teas.

NATURALLY SWEET PRODUCTS Naturally Sweet is a delicious new sugar substitute that tastes and cooks like sugar, is tooth friendly and contains pre-biotic fiber, which assists in healthy digestion. Naturally Sweet is a natural sweetener that is perfect for coffee, tea, and other beverages that are normally sweetened with sugar or artificial sweeteners. Naturally Sweet can also be used in place of sugar when baking, which results in delicious, reduced calorie desserts and other baked goods. Naturally Sweet looks, feels, and tastes just like sugar, but that is where the similarities end. Naturally Sweet is made from a blend of four naturally-occurring sugars and one sugar derivative whose metabolic profiles yield substantial sweetness with virtually no caloric impact. TakeHerb: Naturally Sweet Natural Sweetener, Hi-Tech, 100 Packets

KELP-SEAWEED PRODUCTS Kelp is a large, leafy brown algae is high in nutrition, especially minerals. Kelp is a good source of marine minerals, including potassium, magnesium, calcium and iron. It is also an excellent source of natural iodine. Due to overwhelming research results, Kelp has become an effective treatment for thyroid disorders and treating thyroid and mineral deficiencies, obesity, adrenal deficiencies, energy and endocrine gland disorders. Aids in the function of both the pituitary and adrenal glands, promoting glandular health. It regulates metabolism to help digest food. Helps to rid the body of toxins. Kelp is an alternative, diuretic, hypotensive, and antibiotic and also contains vitamins and cell salts essential for good nutrition. Kelp powder can be used as a sodium chloride (table salt) substitute, sprinkled on foods in place of salt. It is beneficial for the nervous system, brain and the cardiovascular system. It is very important for pregnant women. If you have thyroid problems, consult with your health care provider before using. As a dietary supplement, take 1/4 teaspoon 1 to 3 times daily, preferably with meals. Use 6 to 12 drops of liquid extract-tincture in juice, water, under the tongue or as desired. May be taken 3 times daily. HerbsPro: Kelp Powder, Organic, Starwest Botanicals, 1 lb. HerbsPro: Norwegian Kelp, Country Life, 225 mcg, 300 Tabs House of Nutrition: Atlantic Kelp, Natures Life, 6 oz. TakeHerb: Kelp Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. TakeHerb: Kelp Powder, Norweigian, Now Foods, 8 oz. TakeHerb: Kelp, Natures Way, Natural Iodine Source, 660 mg, 100 Caps/a>

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE PRODUCTS HerbsPro: Potassium Chloride Powder, Sodium-Free Salt Substitute, 730 mg, 8 oz.

DIETARY SUBSTITUTE PRODUCTS

Do not eat any animal products except for broiled fish (up to 3 servings per week). Never eat luncheon meat, hot dogs, or smoked or cured meats. Limit you consumption of dairy products to a little low-fat yogurt, kefir, or raw cheese on an occasional basis.

MoonDragon's Nutrition Recipes: Homemade Yogurt

Do not eat any peanuts. Limit, but do not eliminate altogether, your intake of soybean products; they contain enzyme inhibitors.

Drink quality spring or steam-distilled water only.

To accelerate toxin elimination, see Fasting and follow the program. Many people have been successful in the quest to stop smoking by going on a fast using only live juices and quality steam-distilled water. A live juice fast can quickly remove nicotine and other damaging chemical from the body. Adhering to a five-day live juice and cleansing fast can have amazing results. See Juicing for more information about this subject.

There are several natural products on the market that may help you deal with withdrawal symptoms. Here are just a few products to help with this goal.

SMOKING CESSATION PRODUCTS Kalyx: Smoking Withdrawl, Natra-Bio, 60 Tabs Smoking Withdrawl provides natural relief for the symptoms of tobacco and cigarete cravings, nervous tension, irritability, and it helps to detoxify. Scientifically developed to deliver fast, effective relief in a quick and convenient tablet. Kalyx: Stop Smoking Herb Tea, Health King, 20 Tea Bags Kalyx: Stop Smoking Herb Tea, Health King, 20 Tea Bags Kalyx: Stop-It Smoking, 2-Part Quit Smoking Kit, Natra-Bio Kalyx: Stop-It Smoking Tablets, Natra-Bio, 60 Tabs TakeHerb: Stop It Smoking 2 Part Program, Natra-Bio, 60 Tabs & 48 Lozenges Stop It Smoking is a two-part smoking cessation program designed to help you quit smoking without the use of nicotine. It works by reducing tobacco cravings, nervous tension and irritability related to nicotine withdrawal. TakeHerb: Smoke Free, Nicotine Safe, Boericke & Tafel, 100 Tabs Smoke Free Tablets are a homeopathic combination to help reduce cravings and withdrawal symptoms from cigarette smoking. Smoke Free Naturally. TakeHerb: Zero Nicotine Pills, Stop Smoking, EyeFive, 60 Caps Eliminate your nicotine cravings and give up smoking safely and naturally. Zero Nicotine is an innovative stop smoking pill designed to help you give up smoking safely and naturally. With its unique blend of ingredients, Zero Nicotine offers you the best possible chance to finally kick the deadly habit for good! If you are serious about your decision to quit smoking, you’ve come to the right place. TakeHerb: Quit Smoking Patch Kit, Health King, 1 Kit TakeHerb: Zero Nicotine Patches, Kick The Nicotine Habit Naturally, EyeFive, 10 Patches Zero Nicotine is an innovative stop smoking patch designed to help you give up smoking naturally. With its unique blend of ingredients, Zero Nicotine offers you the best possible chance to finally kick the habit for good! If you are serious about your decision to quit, you’ve come to the right place. TakeHerb: Nicotine Free, Liddell, 1 fl. oz. You have decided to quit smoking! Congratulations! You have made a decision that will have an incredibly positive impact on your health, your longevity, and your self-esteem. Nicotine Free can provide one of the keys to your new freedom! Nicotine Free is a modern "two sprays, three times a day" remedy that is both safe and effective. TakeHerb: Smoking Withdrawal, Natra-Bio, 60 Tabs Relieves cravings, nervous tension, irritability and helps detoxify. Homeopathic Medicine is a safe treatment for most minor ailments. Symptom relief is attained through stimulation of the natural healing process. Precise levels of homeopathic ingredients work safely and without side effects. TakeHerb: Calamus Root Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Helpful with quitting smoking because it produces a mild nausea when one tries to smoke after chewing the dried root. TakeHerb: Lobelia Inflata Herb Extract, Health Herbs, 2 fl. oz. Lobelia (Lobelia Inflata) can dilate the bronchiole tubes and is a potent relaxant for the central nervous system. Lobelia has been suggested for asthma, sore throats, coughs, emphysema, pneumonia, fever, and may be helpful in quitting smoking.

There are many different strategies for overcoming smoking dependency. The secret to success may be finding the approach that is right for you. No If's, And's or Butts, The Smoker's Guide to Quitting, By Harlan M. Krumholz and Robert H. Phillips (Avery Publishing Group, 1993), is a comprehensive and detailed guide to the many and varied strategies that have helped people to break the smoking habit.

There are also a number of organizations that can provide valuable information and programs to help you quit smoking. Two of the most highly recommended are:

American Cancer Society
1599 Clifton Road
Atlanta, GA 30329
800-ACS-2345 or 404-320-3333
www.cancer.org

American Lung Association
61 Broadway, 6th Floor
New York, NY 10006
800-LUNG-USA or 212-315-8700
www.lungusa.org



NOTIFY YOUR MIDWIFE OR HEALTH CARE PROVIDER IF...

You or a family member is a cigarette smoker and is pregnant or wants to become pregnant and needs help to quit smoking.

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HELPFUL RELATED MOONDRAGON LINKS

SMOKING RELATED LINKS

MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Smoking Cessation & Weight Gain - Keeping It Off!

MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Quitting Smoking & Weight Gain: The Facts

MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Smoking Vs. Weight Gain

MoonDragon's Pregnancy Information: Pregnancy & Smoking

MoonDragon's ObGyn Womens Health Information: Smoking

THERAPY LINKS

MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Relaxation

MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Stress Links

MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Guided Imagery & Visualization

MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Meditation

MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Hypnotherapy

MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Living Longer

MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Acupressure

MoonDragon's Health Therapy: Acupuncture

DISORDER LINKS

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Asthma

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Asthma - Nutritional & Herbal Recommendations

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Bronchitis

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Cancer

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: cardio Problems

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Cardiovascular Disease

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Emphysema

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Heart Attack

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Hypertension

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Pneumonia

MoonDragon's Health & Wellness: Teratogens

MoonDragon's ObGyn Womens Health Information: Depression

MoonDragon's ObGyn Womens Health Information: Obesity Overview

MoonDragon's ObGyn Womens Health Information: Obesity - Herbal Suggestions For Weight Loss

MoonDragon's ObGyn Womens Health Information: Obesity - Holistic & Dietary Information

MoonDragon's ObGyn Womens Health Information: Stress

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