February 23, 2012

Chronic Fatigue – Fibromyalgia Part III

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Written By Michael Gerber, MD, HMD | Thyroid. Thyroid supplementation, a’ la Broda Barnes, MD, in his book Hypothyroidism: The Unsuspected Illness, and many other authors, must be geared to the adrenal status of the patient: low adrenal, use little thyroid. I always use the cup of coffee rule of thumb. If a patient can drink a pot of coffee before bed and sleep easily, one can give higher doses of thyroid. If the patient sips a cup of coffee and is awake for two days, or is obviously … [Read more...]

Zyto-Vibrational Medicine

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Written By Robert A. Eslinger, D.O., H.M.D. | The latest research into particle physics is proving that everything in our physical world, including the matter that makes up our bodies, is composed of infinitely small particles, vibrating at infinitely high frequencies. The specific frequencies that they vibrate at have everything to do with how our senses interpret that information, and how we (our bodies) interact with it. Common medical therapies (prescriptions, treatments, etc.) usually … [Read more...]

Chronic Fatigue-Fibromyalgia

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Part 2: the Adrenal–Thyroid Connection Written By Michael Gerber, MD, HMD | Adrenal support dosing has a very long therapeutic curve. It is nice to start with sleeping eight to nine hours per night, and to enjoy occasional vacations when the stress is off. Reducing stress at the work place, at home and with the kids is important, but how to resolve the stress of estranged spouses bent on revenge, sick relatives, crazy siblings battling over the inheritance, financial collapse and loss of … [Read more...]

Chronic Fatigue-Fibromyalgia

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Part 1: The Adrenal/Thyroid Connection Written By Michael Gerber MD, HMD | The most frequent chronic complaint is fatigue. Patients never feel right; many can’t get out of bed and are also usually depressed, anxious and suffer from insomnia, poor memory and concentration and frequently dizziness. The origins of chronic fatigue are truly vast. Recently, a 32 year old, four foot ten, 95 pound young woman presented with a history of sexual abuse, loss of both parents, her mother was very … [Read more...]

Pediatric Nutrients, Insomnia and Constipation

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Written By Michael Gerber, MD, HMD | The last article looked at the therapeutic importance of vitamin A and cod liver oil. This month, I would like to address other vitamins, minerals and dietary issues that are especially important for children. Insomnia and Constipation From infants to toddlers and older children, sleep disorders and slowed down bowel are quite common. Causes are biological, and certainly these problems are aggravated by milk-based and soy-based formulas. We suggest … [Read more...]

New Use of an old drug for Cancer Treatment

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Written By Robert A. Eslinger, D.O., H.M.D.| Metformin is an oral drug that came into use in 1994. At that time, there was no mention of its use as a tool to fight cancer. More recently, it was discovered that this drug may effectively combat cancers of the colon, uterus, and prostate. In an amazing study, a group of Swiss researchers found a 56 percent reduction in breast cancer risk in a group of diabetic women who took metformin for more than five years. Despite most people’s aversion … [Read more...]

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