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Chelation Therapy
The history of Chelation therapy started about 100 years ago with Nobel Prize winner, Alfred Werner. Werner, a Swiss chemist, received the Nobel Prize for his work on the foundation of metal-ligand bonding chemistry, which is the basis for Chelation therapy. Simply...
Gallbladder-Liver Flush Program Instructions
The gallbladder-liver flush is a quick, easy and inexpensive way to cleanse the liver, the most important organ system for detoxification (detox). Drink plenty of filtered water containing no chlorine or fluoride. On average, drink eight glasses of water, eight oz. each, per day between meals. Do not drink water with your meals because it dilutes your gastric juices and may cause indigestion and malabsorption.
Hypothyroidism – Unsuspected Cause for Fatigue and Obesity
Mild, subclinical hypothyroidism (lower than normal thyroid activity) is one of the most common medical conditions associated with fatigue, obesity and many other illnesses. Yet, hypothyroidism is often not recognized and therefore not treated by most medical...
Basal Temperature Test – Check Thyroid Activity
There is considerable evidence showing that the current blood tests for the diagnosis of mild, subclinical hypothyroidism are insensitive and somewhat lacking in accuracy. Broda Barnes, MD, an Endocrinologist and thyroid specialist, in his book, Hypothyroidism, an...
Truth about Anti-aging and Hormone Replacement Therapy
Generations of “baby boomers” are facing the reality of becoming a generation of senior citizens. The last decade has been a quest for the “Holy Grail” of longevity and good health, leading to a new phenomenon of anti-aging medicine and hormone replacement therapy....
Molds – Enigma of Indoor Pollution
If you are suffering from headaches, allergies, asthma, fatigue, fibromyalgia, poor memory, persistent cough, muscle weakness, or hypertension, and your doctor said everything is fine according to the lab tests, think of environmentally induced illness, especially...
Each New Season Calls for Cleansing and Detoxification
Each season, people are exposed to thousands of toxic chemicals and pollutants such as, solvents, synthetic drugs, dyes, chemicals, plastics and pesticides that are threatening the human ecology. These chemical toxins manifest themselves in a variety of symptoms from...
Irritable Bowel Syndrome: Undetected Causes
If you are suffering from abdominal cramps, diarrhea, constipation, fatigue, back pain, acne, or allergy symptoms, you could be suffering from Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS). Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), a gastrointestinal disorder, often exists for many years. It...
Tooth-Organ Meridian Chart
This Tooth-Organ Meridian Chart (Dental Meridian Chart) shows the Tooth/Body Connection, and why a biological dentist or oral surgeon referral may be part of your “battle plan” to regain your health. Save and print it for reference.
Planet Earth, Human Ecology and Environmental Illness
The greatest single change in human ecology during the last 100 years has been the ever-increasing chemical pollution of the Earth’s environment. The Industrial revolution started with coal burning and later switched to petrochemical based industries. Coal and oil...
Dr. Simon Yu, MD is a Board Certified Internist. He practices Internal Medicine with an emphasis on Integrative Medicine to use the best each has to offer. For more articles and information about integrative medicine, patient success stories, and Dr. Yu’s new book, AcciDental Blow Up in Medicine: Battle Plan for Your Life, visit his website at www.preventionandhealing.com or call Prevention and Healing, Inc., 314-432-7802. You can also attend a free monthly presentation and discussion on Integrative Medicine at his office on the second Tuesday each month at 6:30 pm. Call to verify the date. Seating is limited, arrive early.