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Healing the Planet One Patientat a Time: A Primer in EnvironmentalMedicine Copyright @2002 by |ozef Krop All Rightsreserved.No part of this book may be reproducedin any manner whatsoeverwithout prior written permission from the publisher exceptin the caseof brief quotations embodied in review. National Library of CanadaCataloguingin Publication Krop, Iozef 1., 1944Healing the planet: one patient at a time : a primer in environmental medicinellozef I. Icop. Indudes bibliographical referencesand index. ISBN0-9731945-0-2
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The nutritional,medicaland healthinformationpresented in this book is basedon the research, trainingandpersonalexperience of theauthorandis trueandcompleteto the best of theauthor'sknowledge. Theopinionsexpressed arethoseof theauthorandin no wayrepresentthoseof the medicalprofession or anymedicalassociation. Thisbookis intendedonly
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Ozone Holes 86 UV Light 87 F"9_1e_gg1-d,.....ix - " Organochlorines 88 fgk1,oy1!ed9e.r9.-e$ l,ti PCBs-Polychlorinated Biphenyls 89 Introduction I Volatile Organic Compounds, VOCs r.r] "1" ^"-"--"' WtiiTffi'M;Aiii;"iJ-p" i;;{' Pesticides,Herbicides and lrungicides : : One Doctor's Prescription for Every-Day Petrochemicals 95 Rebellion 5 Hydrocarbons 97 Flow I BecameAn Environmental lrormaldehyde 97 Physician 7 Alcohols 99 'l'he I{azards of Being An llnvironmental Food Constituents of Alcoholic Physician 12 Beverages 100-101 Medicine, the I Iouse of Many Mansions L7 tsthanol/EthylAlcohol 102 Causefor Cautious Optimism 2L Phenol (Synthetic) 103 Ilndnotes 25 Naturally Occurring Phenols 104 Phenolic (Aromatic) Irood P:irsip-t$-s!F-,n:i:.p:vstltL[s.iisits-.*?2""_.-__ Compounds 105-106 What is Environmental Medicine? 32 Asbestos 107 Principles and Practice of Environmental Radon 108 Medicine 34 Heavy Metals 108 Psycho-Neuro-Endocrino-lmmunology 36 'l'ypes Human Exposureto Lead 110 of Exposures 37 Aluminum 111 Changing Facesof Sensitivity 38 Cadmium 111 Children 38 Mercury ll2 Adults 40 Oxides 113 Principlesof Environmental Medicine 4l Bipolarity (Biphasic Pattem of Reaction) 45 Carbon Monodde (CO) 113 Nitrogen Oxides (N0, N02) 1i4 Environmental Control Units 47 Carbon Dioxide (COr) 115 Biochemical Individuality 49 l n d o o r P ollution 115 Medical Office 52 'lypes : Average Daily'l'ime Spent In: 24-Hr of 1'esting 56 'lteatments AverageHome Could Be Polluted I'r , , 58 Many Sources 118 Immunotherapy 60 Air Quality in Schools 119 Autogenous Vaccines 63 Problems Contributing to Sick Buii,i r : !$-qls1t:, Bsgi-a,$1!-ol9,:. "-6J , . Syndrome L2l fn d o o r I n h a l a n t s 6 5 'Ibbacco Smoke 123 Molds and |ungi 67 Perfumes/|ragrances 125 Candida Albicans 69 Plastics 127 lractorsContributing to Candida Infection 69 Irabrics 130 Outdoor Inhalants 71 Clothing 131 Patternof Outdoor Inhalant Allergy SympFoodard Nutrition 133 toms 73 F;a'ffiifi;sht" i33 Concomitant and SynergisticSensitivities 73 'lbtal llody l,oad and lrood Reactions 12,1 Chemicals 75 Cyclical Irood Sensitivities 135 Lnemlcats / 5 IrixedFood Sensitivities 135 Outdoor Pollution 76 Anaphylaxis 135 IractorsContributing to Outdoor Pollution 77 Do You Crave Certain Foods? l':, , Air Quality lndex 79 Digestion of a Food 137 Acid Rain 84 Carbohydrates 138 Ozone(0,) 85 Proteins 140
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Lipids r4L Chelation Therapy 247 RecommendedNutrient Intake for Canadians ,s-p-qqiqlj*e"rs!.iJp* r43 Arrenrio n D;n;if Hy#ffi;ffi'bil;A;;*Quality Levelsof Eating t44 (ADHD) 24e You Are What You Eat-Food Additives t46 Autism 252 An Apple a Day May Nor Keepthe Doctor Preventionof Sensitizationto ljoods in Away! 147 Newbornsand Infants 263 OrganicFoods L49 EPD 267 CertificationBodies L52 Hydrotherapy(Sauna) 269 Sourcesof Information 153 Hormones 270 CeneticallyEngineeredAgribusiness_ Hormone DisruptingChemicals Pandora'sBox? 154 (HDC) 270 The label Game tsZ The Most Common Hormonal Grains 158 Problems 279 Anatomy of a Grain 159 Thyroid Gland 280 Hidden Food Ingredients 160 Adrenal Gland 284 Com 160 Premenstrual Syndrome (pM.S) 286 Wheat 162 Menopause is Not a Disease 2gg Alternativesto WheatFlour 163 Stealth Infections 2g2 Soy 165 Dental Amalgams 296 Dairy Products t66 Cancer 301 Yogurt 168 Prevention At Home 303 Sweeteners l7l Electromagnetic Radiation(EMR) 309 Yeast 174 Nuclear Radiation 3ll Eggs 176 Another Piece oftheTotal Load puzzle_ NamesAppearingon Ingredientlabels l7z How Safe fust Is It? 311 Pork 178 HospitalAdmissionsfor patientswith Beef 179 EnvironmentalHypersensitivity Flaxseed 179 Disorder 315
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Let Nature Help you lg9 Changesin Lifestyle t9t Detectionof Problemltems lg2 TowardsAn EnvironmentallySafeHome lg4 MicrowaveOvens l9g A SpecialNote on Computers 2OO The School Environment 202 AlternativePersonalCareproducts 204 Water 209 TravelTips for the SensitiveIndividual 2I5 If You Must Usepesticides...2lz PestControl Without pesticides... 217 Natural PestControl products 2Ig SpecialNore on Head Lice 220 OrganicLawn Care 220 Four-DayRotaryDiversifiedDiet 222 A Note on Food Families: 223 Food Combining 229 What Can I Do About Candida Overgrowth? 230 NutrionalSupplements 232 Amino Acids 236 IntravenousUse of Vitamins 246
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to Preface Publisher's Printing the Second Thefirst printingof this book,November 2002,was quickly sold out, making a second printing necessaryeight months later. It is a matter of special satisfaction to me personally,that while sold in maior bookstoreseverywhere, most were sold in doctors' offices.This meansthat this book is primarily in the hands of patients whose doctors work with them. For more than two decades,Dr. Krop's name has been associatedin North America with the politics of medicine. He is best known for his role "Kwinter Bill" (after Ontario's in helping to launch the popularly known Liberal MPP Monte Kwinter), which enshrined patient's freedom of choice in the Medicine Act of Ontario in 2000 (seeOntario Hansardof August28, 1991). Dr. Krop also contributed, in the early 1980'sto the World Commission on the Environment (the BrundtlandReport),and his practice was used by the Ontario government to begin the processof establishingguidelines for dealing with environmental causesof illness (the 1985 Thomson Report).He also participated in various university and federal governmentsponsoredeffortsto raiseawarenessof the environment'Simpact on popuand for many yearsserved lation health. In the 1980'she was a cp-fo_under, as the secretaryof the CanadianSocietyfor EnvironmentalMedicine. As is the fate of many pioneers,he spent more than a decadedefending environmental medicine in a disciplinary trial initiated againsthim by the of ond Surgeons Ontario medical licensingauthority, the Collegeof Physicians Ontario.The CPSObasedtheir prosecutionnot on patientcomplaints(there were none), adversetreatment outcome (they admitted all files studied showed the patientshad improved), but allegedthat practicingenvironmen"lackedacceptablescientificevidence"r.The CPSOthen ensured tal medicine
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Dr. Krop's trial is legally, politically, and medically one of the great scandals in medical history. His patients and supporters fortunately
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believed in this causeand footed most of the defensebill which, over that
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Or, Iozef Krop written by me and due to be published in 2OO4. This book is a primer prefacein environmentalmedicine.It is unique among the many excellent books currently available on many aspectsof health and environment becausethis one is meant for both patients and doctors. Knowing that patients are intelligent people who can understand anything in medicine if the courtesyof full explanation is offered, Dr. Krop includesin this book the completetreatment protocols which the reader can take to his or her doctor to study.Theseprotocols are supported by an exhaustivemedical bibliography intended especiallyfor those Doubting Thomaseswho are willing to examinewidely-held prejudicesagainstenvironmental medicine and are willing to consider seriouslyits claim to be able to help those many illnessesstandardmedicine calls idiopathic, i.e. causeunknown. Everyyear more and more researchis published showing;
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sion, and the greatestscourgeof our time-cancer.2 Since Healing The Planet Once Patient At A Time appearedlast year,
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lacking scientific proof-as interpreted by Ontario's medical licensing "victory" more of an is authorities. Dr. Krop is free to practice;the CPSO's
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o Commencing in April of 20O2,the Canadian Medical Association's official iournal, the CMAL published a six-part serieson environment and health coveringthe proper way to take an exposurehistory
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(April 16), the effectsof outdoor pollution (April 30), recognizing and treating lead exposure(May 14), managementand prevention regardingpesticides(May 28), the health effectsof persistentorganic pollutants (lune 11), and understandingcarbon monoxide poisoning (lune 25). The authors are leading expertsin those areasand teach at Canada'smedical school. Most noteworthy is the fact that the referencesand researchsourcesprovided in those articleswere almost all also those Dr. Krop's defenselawyershad given to the cpso during his trial.s o In October 2003 the Ontario Collegeof Family Physicianshosted its first medical conferenceon EnvironmentalMedicine and participating
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Medical Association. r At the beginning of this year,Canada'sMinistry of Human Resources
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consensusstatementon MCS as a valid diagnosiswas published by the National Institutes of Health in the USA.6 o One of the treatmentsfor which the CPSO condemned Dr. Krop is a desensitizationprocedure for environmental and food allergies through the use of sub-lingual drops. (Seefootnote no. 1 for Internet accessto the CPSOdecision). In April 2002,4 months after the CPSO verdict, the World Health Organization published a report, based on the review by 3a internationally recruited allergists,stating that this
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treatment should be consideredthe treatment of choice.T o The Ontario Human Rights Commission wrote in April of this year to Ontario's Minister of Health, the Hon. Tony Clement,instructing him
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now the FDA obeyed the court. Health claims for all antioxidants (such asvitamins c and E), Folic Acid, variousfiber supplementsand
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Saw Palmetto are now appearingon supplement bottles. In an abrupt turn-around only comparable to a conversion experience, one of the world's leading expertsin nutrition and health, BruceAmes of the university of california ar Berkeleypublished a comprehensive review article in April 2oo2 in which he assertsthat Linus pauling was right all along. coming from BruceAmes, that's a bit like the leader of the Alliance Party joining the NDp. shortly thereaft.er,the Iournal of the American Medical Associationpublished in Iune 2002 two arricles,
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one of the sectionsin Dr. Krop'sbook dealswith autism, its causes and treatment for which he provides the appropriate protocols. Due to
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Rubella, the vaccineindustry has been forced this spring to remove the offending mercury used as a preservativein vaccines.l0
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AII thesedevelopmentsin such a short period of time led Dr. Iftop to observe "lf we wait long enough, they'll make intravenousvitamin c the iokingly,
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standardof treatmentfor SARS." While all theseshifts in understandingare very encouragingindeed, this is not the time for complacency.Nutritional and environmental medicine is
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threat to the pharmaceuticaland pesticideindustry.As Comell University's ecologist and cancerexpert SandraSteingraberhas pointed out, the world's economy is "chemically addiCted",lrand that the health of the world is endangeredby nothing as much as by that "toxic trespass"l2committed
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of humanity. Similarly, the drug industry's products are now due to their "side"-effects, consideredto be the second most frequent serious adverse
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causeof death13.Clearly,we have a long way to go before doctors and patientsbecomefree from quick-fix delusions an
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be buried as it usedto be and high-speedcommunication has createdsomething of a level playing field for health activists. Yet, there are many actions still ongoing which are of graveimportance and require our determined support. For example,the international battle being waged against CODEX, the international regulatory body controlled :to
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ENDNOTES ' CPSO Decision on Dr. Krop, December23, 1998, available on their website: wuw.cDSo.on.ca 2 One of the best sources for information on the environmental component or cause of any diseaseis found in Enuironmentall{eabh Perspectiues, a medical journal published monthly by the National Institutesof Ilealth and FlarvardUniversity'sSchool of Public Health; availableon-line. t 'I-heMedical Post,May 13,2003. a 'fhe College of Physiciansand Surgeonsof Ontario reprimanded Dr. Carolyn Dean on April 29, 1993, based on a complaint filed by Sandra Marsden of the Sugar Institute of Canada; the complaint was filed, as stated in the admonishment document, because Dr. Dean had spoken about the dangersof refined sugar intake by diabeticson a television show aired on December11, 1990. The reprimandstates:"The respondentmade inaccurateand misleading statementsaddressinghealth issuesrelated to sugar and sugar substitutes... which tended to potentially arouseconcern in the viewing public . The Committze belieuesthe respondent expressedopinions which appearedto be exaggeratedwith respectto the relationship between " sugar and diabetes,infection, osteoporosis, hyperactiviryand addiction This amazing nonsense, unsupported by any published medical evidence, was signed by Dr. D.M.C. Walker, then the CPSO president and now the Dean of medicine at Queen's University in Kingston, Ontario. In her defence, prior to this admonishment, Dr. Dean had submitted more than 200 citations from the then current, standard, peer-reviewed medical literature on sugar and sugar substitutes upon which her remark on television had been based. This material is not even mentioned in the admonishment. s CMAI, Vol. 166, April 16 through !:une25,2002 6 Archiuesof EnvironmentalHeahh, vol. 54, No. 3, pp. 147-149, Iune 1999 7 See summary in ScientificAmerican,April 2O02,p.26, "Drink Your Shors" by B. Goodman d l,etter from the Ontario Human RightsCommission, dated April 16, 2003, signed by Chief Commissioner Keith C. Norton, addressedto the Hon.'Iony Clement, Ontario's Minister of Health; the legal basis cited is the Ontnrio Human RightsCode,Section 29 and the Policy and Guidelineson Disabilityand the Duty to Accommodate e The American Journalof Clinical Nutrition, April 2002 and lournal of the American Medical Association, Iune 19, 2002 ro lror a copy of my article on autism contact Vitality magazine at 416-964-0528; it provides the historical, legal and treatment information. See also Autism Canada Foundation, P.o. Ilox 1998, Burlington, onrario, L7R 4L8, call 905-332-4266or 905-331-4480,visit www.autismcanada.org. Dr. I. B radstreet'sinstitute can be reached via www.icdrc.org and www.autismresearchinstitute.com rr S. Steingraber,Living Downstream'. An L,cologistLooks at Cancer,2nded. 1999 r2 S. Steingraberin the upcoming documentary lf YouLove Our Children,sponsored by'l'he National Film Board of Canada. 'lhrcher-Putnam, lr f .S. Cohen Ouerdose:'Ihe Case Againstthe Drug , Companies, 2001. J. Robinson, PrescriptionCames,Mclelland & Stewart,'lbronto, 2001.1..1.Moore, Prescriptiont'or 'Ibuchstone L)isaster, Simon & Schuster,1998. I. Glenmullen, ProzacBachlash, llooks, 2000. Canadian Assoctaiori of University teachers,T-heOlivieri Report,Lorimer, 20021. r4'lb help stop the international efforts under the United nations' CODEX ALIMENIARIUS to restrictthe availability of vitamins and supplements,contact the worldwide effort being coordinated by Dr. Matthias Rath in Germany at www.4.dr-rath-foundation.org. In Canada, Dr. lames l,unney introduced Bill C 420 for the same purpose,to maintain freedom of choice for Canadians.'l'hebill is availableon www.parl.gc.ca/37/2parlbus/ chambus/house/bills/private/C-420l/C-420cover-E.html and you can contact your own MP and expressyour support for this bill
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I am a citizen of the United State s " D r .Jo ze f K ro pi s a ci ti ze nof Canada. Although we may residein different countries,when it comes to health and medicine, our problems are the same. Both countries suffer from the same pollution, and from a similar Medical-Pharmaceutical monopoly in the n ief cy
treatment of disease. Severalyears ago, I spent the night at the home of a friend. That same night, Edgar Mitchell a former astronaut, also stayedat my friend's house. The next morning they were making a film in the front yard of my friend's home. Ed Mitchell sat beside a large globe of the world. He said,
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But whereasthe threeof us wereworking togetherto try to bring the flight the crewon spaceshipEarthwas not doing the same." through successfully,
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How right he was, aswe pollute our planet with insecticides,pesticides and manufacturedchemicalsof all types. We not only pollute our planet,we alsopollute our bodieswith cigarette
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smoke in our lungs; chemicalsin our clothing, furniture and carpets;mercury
to
in our teeth; and chemicalsand pollutants in the air we breathe,the water
or
we drink and the food we eat. When GeorgeWashinSon becameill, he was treatedwith bloodletting and mercury one of the most poisonous materialsknown. He died. Now we no longer treatpeoplewith mercury.We simply put it in people's
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1i'
teeth, so that they can absorb this powerful poison day and night, whether
m(
they are sick or well.
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We no longer bleed cancerpatients.We simply inject into their blood a poison so strongthat patients'hair falls off, and those administeringit dare
thi
not get any of it on their skin.
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Conventional medicine may not have changedthat much, but people
m(
havestartedto changesincethe time of GeorgeWashington. Peopleare also
sin
startingto rebel. Many of them are no longer willing to submit to the poi-
the
sonous treatments advocated by many conventional doctors. More and
sta
more peoplearebuying organicproduce,and more of them are buying bottled water to avoid the chlorine and poisonous fluoride added to the water by many water treatment plants. All through history sciencehas ridiculed and persecutedthose who have challengedthe prevailing beliefs and systems.we can thank God for the Calileosand the Darwins.And yes,we can thank God for Iozef Krop and other courageousindividuals who are willing to challengerhe system. Todaythe practiceof toxic medicine is evenmore entrenchedthan at the time of GeorgeWashington.Billions and billions of dollars of profits are ar stake.It is alreadyobvious that this powerfirl monopoly will do whateverit has to do to protect its turf and profits.
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But all through history in the final analysis,the people have prevailed. And now a revolution has begUn. People are starting to take command of
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their health with decisionson the food, water and air they consume.More and more are refusing the toxic treatments frequently prescribed by conven-
CS
ry
tional doctors.And more and more they want to learn for themselveshow to keep healthy and avoid toxicity, whether it comes from the environment
er
or is administeredby a doctor.
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That is why this book and the life and work of JoeKrop are so important. Although attacked and scorned by the medical-pharmaceuticalmonopoly
te
with their toxic treatrnents, foe Krop has refused to buckle. This book is a step into the present for those who think their health is
3'S
more important than the income and profits of a medical-pharmaceutical
Lef
monopoly.
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I am thanld-ll to God for people like Ioe Krop and for books such as this. I urge those who wish to remain healthy or recoverif they become ill
r le
to read and study this book and to become part of this revolutionary movement that is finally starting to take place. It has been over tlvo hundred years
la
ri-
since the death of GeorgeWashington. It is about time that we recognize that the consumption of chemicals,toxins and poisons is not the way to
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stay healthy or become healthy.
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O:N EP A t i E NAtt A T i M C H E A L I NTGH EP L A N E T
This bookis dedicatedto my children, Ioanna,Iessica,Adam and Andrew, as well as to all the childrenof the world, bornand yet to bebornt0 protectthemfrom the insidiouspollutants0f this world.
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"Aboueall, do no harm." "Meilicine is not a sciencebut an art." "Eueryiliseasehas its own nature and arises
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from an external carrse."
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"Let
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food be your meilicine." (c460-c377B.C.) Hippocrates
"To understandthe man we haueto understandhis world, the enuironmenthe liuesin." -Aristotle (c384-c 322B.C.) "The doctor of the future will giue no medicine but will interest his patientsin the core of the humon frame, in diet ond in the cause and preuentionof disease." ' -Thomas (18471931) A.Edison "Setrch for the cure within the cause; the body itself is the bestheoler." -Plato(c429-c 347B.C.)
ously to for term NYe prob becar and r V upor with and epidt w hi c contl
Foreword
1.
It is a great honourfor me to prepare a foreword for this groundbreaking book by Dr. Krop. I first became acutely awareof the catastrophiceffect of the environment on community health when the tragedyof the Love Canal beganto unfold at NiagaraFalls,New York.This toxic wastedump was offi"disaster area"for pollution. Simultanecially recognizedas America'sfirst ously,we saw the severecongenital deformities and diseasesin babies born to former University of Buffalo students,who had been enticedto take shortterm jobs at the WestValley Nuclear Reprocessingfacility south of Buffalo, NY, exposingthem to high dosesof nuclear radiation. Although the health problem generatedby WestValley were never officially admitted, the site becamethe first demonstrationsite in the United Statesfor nuclearcleanup and radioactivewastestabilization. We,at RoswellParkMemorial Institute,in Buffalo, New York,were called upon to help thesetwo communities in trauma. Both community groups, with environmentallycausedhealth problems,had self-identifiedtheir plight and the likely cause.Dr. Beverly Paigen,a toxicologist, and mysell an epidemiologist,tried to help the communities officially document the truths which they knew through their own observations.We had no idea how controversialsuch health assessment and professionalassistance would be!
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The spectreof lawsuits against the polluters rose up at every turn, and no
cial
healthassessment or sensibleepidemiologicalsurveyat either placewas ever
mot
permitted.The barriersto understandingthesephenomenavaried from
ing I
cuttingout any interviewing or clinical components of retrospectivestudies,
norl
demandingdata to be based on publically collected (inadequate)vital
l
statisticsto actually closing the Environmental Health Division of the Erie
ped
County Health Department,which was preparinga detailedepidemiological
addi
survey.
pl i n
While I spent nine yearsstudying the impact of ordinary diagnostic X-
sent
ray exposureon the health of a very large population followed over three
pror
years (The Tri-State Leukemia Survey), I had discovered that the whole
new
questionof exposureof the public to ionizing radiation had been relegated
the
to the expertiseof the physicistsof the Manhattan proiect (which built the
sion
first nuclear bombs), and that it was these military participants who gave
ther
nuclear industries radiation standards which allow for routine radio
1
nuclide emissionsto the environment, and set worker standardsquite high
mur
relativeto observedmedical problems. Then I found that physiciansaccepted
tion
the standardsset by the military during atmosphericweapon testing as the
and
appropriatestandardsfor the hospital and radiology laboratories.In fact,
han,
many radiologists opposed releasing information on the harm of diag-
tion
nostic X-raysbecausethey were afraid that the public would refuseneeded
drot
X-rays,making their work more difficult. Eventually I found that many
tern
other hazardsto the public had the samemilitary origin and were protected
path
with the similar fears and secrecy.
fragr
Currentlythere is much concern about pesticidesand organic com-
oth€
poundswhich mimic the effectsof hormones.Thesederivehistorically from
can
the large-scale separationof chlorine gasfor military use in World War I,
duri
and the subsequentmilitary production of chlorinated compounds, both
ont
organicand inorganic, culminating in the Agent Orangewidely dispersedin
I
Viet Nam. One of thesechlorine compoundswas chloroform, which found
are I
an early medical use as an anaesthetic,but was soon abandonedwhen
chil,
it was found to causeliver damage.Carbon tetrachloride is another artifi-
adul
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cial chemical introduced,which we now trying to rid ourselvesof by pro"green The organicchlorides,includdry cleaning"establishments. moting
rm
ing many pesticides,arenow ubiquitous around the world, and many disrupt
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normal hormonal functions.
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It is not surprisingthat thoughtful and intelligent physicians,especially
rie
pediatricians,would seethe results of these and so many other reckless
cal
additions of hazardoussubstancesto the biosphere.Dr. Krop is to be complimented on being open to learningnew waysof dealingwith patientspre-
x-
senting with damagefrom theseexposures.All university training claims to
ree
promote a goal of lifetime learning, but few graduatesexcel in pioneering
rle
new fields of research.Dr. Krop is also to be commended for standing up for
:ed
the truth he has found, in spite of the many serious attackson his profes-
he
sional conduct from those who are not open to what is happening around
lve
them and the new challengesto the traditional art and scienceof medicine.
lio
lVe can expectmany more challenging situations for human and com-
igh
munity health to resultfrom global warming, changesin land use,popula-
ted
tion growth, migration, modern forms of war, drug use, international trade
the
and commerce,technological changes,new \,!'aysto processfood, livestock
rct,
handling, organ transplants,microbial changes,and breakdown in sanita-
ag-
tion, vaccination and insect control. Extreme weather events, such as
led
drought followed by torrential rain, can be expectedto changesurvival pat-
rny
terns of both mosquitos and birds, and affect the life cycle of many
ted
pathogens.Social and human activitiesbring us into more contact with fragmentsof forest,and increasethe incidenceof Lyme diseaseand perhaps
rm-
other pathogenswhich we do not now expect.The climate warming trend
om
can mean survivalof many pathogenswhich were previously killed ol1"
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during the winter. Who then, exceptthe EnvironmentalPhysicians,will be
oth
on the alert for new manifestations.ofillnesseswith unfamiliar symptoms.?
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EnvironmentalHealth is not iust a branchof occupationalhealth.There
rnd
areno children in the workplace.Chronic low-dose24-hour exposuresol
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children or the elderly are biologically and biochemicallydifferent from
rifi-
adult male higher occupationalexposuresfor eight hours a day,followed by
a 16-hour respite.And then we have a toxic "soup" not seenin the limited environment of the workplace,where hazardscan be counted and monitored. Production agentsin the workplace cost money, and so tend to be conserved.Any delving into the irresponsibleabandonmentof multiple forms of hazardouspollution in the living spacewill lead the prudent government regulatorsto welcome and facilitate the work of Environmental Physicians. The road aheadwill not be easy.In the struggle 150 yearsago to understand germs, no one was standing there saying: "lt is not My germs causing the trouble." There were no lawsuits around the corner of every finding.
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Hazardous chemical materials in the environment are just as invisible as germs,and researchinto their action in the body no more complex than was the sorting out of pathogens which causedidentifiable diseases.However, this researchmust be seriously undertaken!
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The struggleagainstharmful environmental hazardsand pathogenshas
ca'
iust begun. The work of Dr. Krop is welcomed by all of us who have opened our eyesto the culrent suffering and the future potential of all of the changes
lTlt mr
and human interventionsin our living spacewith its vital air, water and food.
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RosalieBertell,PhD
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International Institute of Concern for public Health Toronto, CANADA
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Acknowledgement
ent .ns. lering ng. ras 'VAS
ver, "Ecology Guide," a handbook, a simple eduThisbook beganas a practical
has
cational tool for my patients, soon after I startedto practiceenvironmental
ned
medicine. A great deal of thanks must go to past and current members of
rges
my staff, who put enormous effort into helping educatepatients in their
rod.
struggleto improve health, gatheredinformation and helped arrangeever richer versions into a reader-friendlyformat. Theseinclude Wanda Wilson, Darlene Koski, Dawn Betts, Virginia Anderson, and Maureen Bot. I also "angels,"Andrew Pompa, who first sugwish to thank one of my many gestedthat the guide should be published as a book for wider distribution. "arrgel,"was able to realize that idea, as well as make Helke Ferrie,another invaluable suggestions,reviewing editing, recommending referencesand encouraging me tirelessly in all things. Thanks to everyone at Heidy LawranceAssociates,as well as to Simone Gabbay,for helping to produce this book in short order. I am indebted to RosalieBertell,whom I have known for many years, and with whom I worked togetheron two projectsassociatedwith the International Institute of Concern for Public Health, for her input and review of the pieceon nuclearradiation, an areaabout which most of us arewoefully ignorant. Thank you to former CongressmanBerkleyBedell, whose efforts,
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with Senator'fom Harkin, led to the creation of the Office of Alternative Medicine at the US National Institutesof Health. A very specialexpressionof gratitude to the many wonderfrrl colleagues I have met over the yearsat the American Academy of Environmental Medicine, in particular physician mentors and now friends, Drs. John Maclennan and Iohn Gerrard of Canada,aswell as Drs. Frank Waickman, Bill Rea, Iohn Boyles,Charlie Hinshaw Denis Remington,Doris Rappof the US, and especiallythe late Drs. Theron Randolph and Larry Dickie true pioneers in
ffi
the field. Prof. Lynn Trainor, physicist and dear friend, has been a pillar of support offering insight from the beginning, as have Drs. Lynn Marshall, William La\ralley,Gerry Ross,and Roy.Fox. For their unflagging support over the past decade,I am grateful to:
wl
Helma Trass,Pat and Bruce Houghton, Diana Tus4mski, Audrey Sillick and
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Rena Singer-Gordon of the Environmental Health Group; Eleanor lohnston, Bruce Lofquist and Don McNicol of Citizens for Choice in Health
firr
Care;fudy Spenceof EISC;Harold Dickert, Bob Fenie Maria French,Robert
im
McMaster,Alex and LeslieTrass,SiegfriedGurscheand Rhody Lake of Aliue
tur
Magazine;Julia Woodford of Vitality Magazine;Libby Gardon of Consumer
cer
Health Organizationof Canada.Thereare many others whose names may not
na
be mentioned here,but for whose support I am neverthel€ssmost grateful.
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Thank you to my parents,simple and humble farmers,from whom I
chi
learned hard work, perseverance,and to appreciatethe bounty of this good
pal
earth. Finally, thank you to my wife and closestfriend of thirty years,Eliza-
esc
beth, for standing beside,behind and sometimesin front of me in all my
Ou
struggles,and for correcting everything I ever wrote in English.
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Introduction
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I SEI M P O R T A N T W H YT H I SM E D I C I N
In-
"ln the middleof the tw'entiethcentury,we saw our planet from spacefor the
Ith
first time. Historians may eventually find that this vision had a greater
ert 'iue
irnpact on thought than did the Copernicanrevolution of the sixeenth century, which upset the human self-imageby revealingthat the earth is not the
ner
centerof the universe.From space,we see a small and fragile ball domi-
rot
nated not by human activity and edifice,but by patternsof clouds, oceans,
ul.
greenery and soils. Humanity's inability to fit its doings into that pattern is
n l
changing planetary systemsfundamentally. Many such changesare accom-
'od
panied by life-threateninghazards.This new reality,from which there is no
za-
escape,must be recognized-and managed."l
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This is the opening statementfrom the Brundtland Commission'sreport, Our Common Future, the world commission report on environment and developmentpublishedin 1987.All the nations of the world presentedtheir concernsto this commission. I was among those who spoke as one representativefrom Canadaon behalf of medicine.I spokebeforethe commjssion in 1985 about my fears as a doctor, namely that "we discussforests,agricultural land, plant and animal life, but virtually ignore the real threat to the very existenceof the human species."2
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I1 1985,thosewerestrongwords;today,neitherscientistsnor politicians of our situation. Indeed,the future of the human can deny the seriousness
abou
raceis most clearlyvisible in our children. How threatenedour future is becomesclear when contemplating iust three instancesamong the many
incre
disturbing known facts: o since 1950,the human sperm count in the industrial world has gone
almo
primarily due to the sudden increasein pesticide use.3 down by 50o/o, o Over the last decade,cancerin children has increasedby 200%o,also primarily due to pesticideuse.a
illnes
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coul< toaI E polit
. Studiesfollowing severalgenerationsof children over two decadeshave shown that pregnantmothers exposedto low dosesof pesticidesgive
to th
birth to children with irreversibleand profound intellectual deficits.s
histo
menl not (
In 1996,Theo Colborn'sOur StolenFuture6was published,with a foreword by then Vice-PresidentAl Gore, providing the whole range of scientific evi-
hum
dence of this threat to human survival. In 1997, then US PresidentClinton issued an executiveorder in which he officially recognizedthe scientific "a basisfor this threat and ordered as high priority" that pesticidesand all "environmental endocrine-disrupting substancesbe identified and that all
hum
A long list of specificsfollowed, health risks affectingchildren" be assessed.T which resulted in all pesticidesbeing brought under review,and some were
Our
taken out of circulationwithin months, otherswill no longer be produced, again others can only be used in low concentrations.Becauseof their dif-
histc
ferent metabolisms,children are especiallyvulnerableto the effectsof such toxins. ln 2002, Canada'sfederal Health Minister incorporated the same
on tl
protections for children in the new PestControl ProductsAct. Many mote
a cri
initiatives,involving people at everystageof life, areunderwaythroughout the world, among them environmentaland orthomolecularmedicine.
a lar
Environmentalmedicine treatsthose recentlyarisenillnessescausedby the contamination of air, water,and soil, and by food that is depletedof
Ract
nutrients and contaminatedby toxic additives.Thesenew illnesses,such as Sick Building Syndromeand Multiple Chemical Sensitivity,have also come
amc
to trt chan trac€ inter proli I ano
new fun< one.
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is ry
about through unhealthy workplacesand home environments.Well-known illnesses,such as cancer,asthma, diabetesand autoimmune disordershave increasedto epidemic levels for the same reasons.The hallmark of environmentally mediated illness is that it appearsat first totally mysterious,but almost alwaysyields to a very simple explanation. It would be nice if one could add that these kinds of patients are a small minority. The fact is that, to a greateror lesserdegree,this describesall of us. Environmental medicine, Iike all good medicine, has an inescapable "uery simple explanation" points always political component becausethat
TC
to the need for public action, political intervention, and the acknowledgement that we are almost alwaysthe authors of our own misfortunes. The history of public health'measuressupports this statement.Angry gods do not capriciously visit illness upon us. There is a rational explanation for
rd vicn fic all tal
human illness.We can understandthe causesand we can respondintelligently to treat and prevent illness. How totally human health is dependent upon human behavior, nutritional choices,and anthropogenic environmental changescan be learned from the researchin medical anthropology, which tracesthe origin and history of disease.This researchhas shown that this interdependent processcan be traced back all the way into the paleolithic.
3re
Our current problems with cancerand chronic disease,causedby the sudden proliferation of toxic chemicals,is but the latest dramatic chapter in a long
ed,
history.8
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In the past,toxicology (which is an exactsciencelike physics)was based "the dose makesthe poison," meaningthat most substances on the dictum
3d,
rch me ore
an organismencounteredwere benign and becametoxic only when reaching a critical strength.A tiny amount of poison, it was thought, was no problem;
the
a largeamount would kill you. Followingthe introduction of some 600,000 new syntheticchemicalssinceWorld War II, and the classicresearchby
by
Rachel Carsone and other scientists,the principles of toxicology have fundamentally changed.We now know that frequent exposuresto small
lof ras me
amounts of toxins oft.enhave much more seriousand deadly effectsthan a one-time big exposure.Tiny amounts of formaldehyde seeping into your
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home environment through insulation materialsand furniture can ruin the lives of the entire family. The daily low-dosevapor of mercury coming from your "silverl' amalgam tooth fillings can give you Alzheimer's diseaseyears later.r0A low-dose exposureto pesticides,or walking barefoot on pressure-
oE,
pt tl,
treated wood during the critical early period of pregnancy,may causeyour baby to be born with serious central nervous systemdefects.s,ttThese are
ONE
iust three examples.Therefore:
Wher
o Environmental meilicine is the clinical application of modern toxicology.l2 o Environmentalmeilicine is the clinical applicationof environmental biochemistry. o Environmenuil doctors find the environmental sourcesof diseaseand deuelopnon-toxic treatmentsand strategiesfor prevention. o Environmental physiciansusestanilard medical drugsuheneuer aryro-
autor he or ances of int their lister
priate, but usually only as emergencymeasuresbecauseof the known tolcicityof synthetic drugs; theyfauour biocompatibletherapies,provide
ulatir
the patient with the knowleilge of how to control the personol enuiron-
requ.
ment, cure the condition, or, at the uery least,stabilizesymptoms.ls
beinl
Environmental medicine worhs on solutionstn general problems in
stand
medicine,such as antibiotic resistanceand how to treat bamrial infeaiorc in patien* who cannot tolerateantibiotics.
charr
Enuironmental medicine is not so much interestedin categorizing a group of symptoms(i.e., o "diagnosis"for which a pharmaceutical agent
v
gene
ated of cri
is then usually targeted) as it is in assessing and correcting the numerousfactors which haue led an individual to feel pain, weahness,iliscom-
medi
fort or disability, which are the definitions of illness,the reuersalor alleuiation of which is the goal of medicine.
prod basis
Becauseof its critical attitude, enuironmental medicineis especiallyintcr-
mys€
estedin loohing at well-known iliseasessuch as arthritis, inflammatory bowel conditions,and autoimmune illnessesand often finds causesneuer
yourr
beforesuspected-such as mycoplasmabacteria, which can cause classic
a
lupus erythematosis,arthritis and sclerodermaand are treatable by new,
2. I
and often dramatically successful,protocolsusing standard antibiotics.
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. Enuironmentnlmedicineis also an international social mouement,because
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physicianspracticing it feel it is their inescapableresponsibilityto demand that the worlil should becomeonceagain fit for peopleto liue in.
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REBELLION FOREVERY.DAY PRESCRIPTION ONEDOCTOR'S When you decide to take chargeof your health, you stop functioning on
12
automatic piiot. You no longer blindly trust your doctor becauseyou suspect he or she can't know everything,either; you doubt the government'sassuranceson health matters becauseit is the nature of power to be in conflicts of interest;you question the advertisementson drugsbecauseyou realizethat their aim is to sell drugs and not to cure you and thus lose a customer.laYou listen to your body becauseit knows best; you are not a statistic or a population average,but a unique person with an individual genetic endowment and a very personal health history requiring personalizedattention.rsThe health careindustry being as gearedto massproduction asthe car industry,understandably finds that an inconvenience. Living things are
,ru
characterizedby diversity; even our sufferings are not created equal. Without the birth of fundamental doubt and the growth
,nt
of critical thinking health is not possible, nor is advancein medicine. Doubt is the beginning of the cure.Trusting your-
a-
I would consider the effort of self is the first step on the road to recovery.16 producing this book well worth it if it causesyou to check for yourself the basis for the claims the health industry and doctors make (including
er-
myself!).That is why I hope this book will enableyou to do two things for
v
yourself and your loved ones:
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7. Learn that your enuironmentcausesor triggersspecifichealth problems anil what you can do to treat such problemsand preuentthem. 2. Haue scientificanil clinical ammunition with which to approachyour doctors n help educatethem.
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We need to know that human beings on planet earth are like fish in a tank
of
of finite dimensions.As the Greekmasterphysician,Hippocrates,taught
of the
2,500 yearsago, our health is determined by the air we breathe,the food
dialog
we eat, the soil in which we grow it, the water we drink, and the way we feel
got on
and behavetowards others.All illness and all health is ultimately a func-
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tion of our physical and emotional environment. Even most genetically mediated illnesses are triggered by unhealthy environments and are ultimately preventable.
HOW
Second,modern medicine ecology and biochemistry have provided us
Iwast
with the answersto the prevention of illness.Medical sciencehas gone well
enoug
beyond telling us not to smoke. We now know that we have . wHENvou No
to break the lethal dependenceon toxic chemicalsnot only in
Stalin' "equa.
INDIY LONGERi::ts
ourselves,but also for our lawns,our agriculturalpractices,and
"auth<
f6fiow *ov,rcr,.
our industrial economy.We can prevent cancer,heart disease,
thing
auiri*c,noi,,rn
diabetes,arthritis, and many more illnesses.What's more, we
mothr
:
very often evencure theseillnesses.To foster .,.t*tCitttd*!. , . can improve and '$nCtt,.F.d* your healthy doubt, t have provided an extensivebibliography, ,,,, VCft iii i*; researchand treatment resources,and even information on
made.
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how doctorscan obtain training in environmental medicine.
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When you no longer blindly follow advice,but engagein
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rie AtSO:,BfCflt
a critical searchfor verifiable and workable solutions, you also
of 4o
14,9xoF,,snVlNc, begin the task of saving planet earth and human life. Like a PLANET EARTH stone thrown into a pool, (he stone is small, but the ripples go
the fe
Icans annot
right,
ANDHUMAN
on and on, coveringimmense distancesfor a very long time.
ment,
LIFE.
In fact, what you actually do is to become politically engaged
dolog
on behalf of life itselfwhen you assumeresponsibilityfor what
this b
you eat and drink, what you permit to be in your surroundings, and what
wherr
you will exposeothers to. You begin to make choicesthat have an effect on
took
everythingaround you: your supermarket,your pharmary,your local school,
with
your garbagedisposal,the way you furnish your home, the recreationsyou
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pursue, the car you buy, the information you spread among your friends
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and relatives.
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Of course,you will alwaysact on incompleteinformation (we all do, all of the time), but if you are in chargeand engageyour doctor in a critical dialogue and partnership,the result will alwaysbe better than whateveryou
tank ught food : feel 'unc-
got on automaticPilot. The truth does make us free.
cally I are
NH TY AS L ICIAN I B E C A MAENE N V I R O N M EP HOW I was bom in Poland and grewup on a farm. My family was poor, but we had enough to eat.As a child, I observedthe brutalities of the Communist regirne.
:d us well
, and
Stalin'sSovietUnion, which controlled Poland like a colony, ensuredsocial "equality" in many cruel anclabsurdways.When I was still a young boy, the "authorities" walked into our old farm house one day and removed every-
ease,
thing we owned-not
have ly in
a stick of furniture was left, and they even took rny mother's foot-treadle sewing machine, on which most of our clothes wete
3, We
made.The reasonsfor this action are as mysterioustoday as they were then. "Papa" Stalin in 1953. Loudspeakersin cars I can still rememberthe death of
oster rphy,
announced his death everywhere.T'hetraffic stopped as if touched by a magic wand, and all pedestriansstood to attention, as did I. I was nine yearsold.
non cine.
When I was fourteen, I contractedthe Asiatic Flu and had a temperature of 40 degreesCelsius for severaldays.I recovered,but only temporarily, as the fever kept returning. The doctor assuredmy mother that I would be all
ge in also ike a
right, but a mother's instinct often tends to be superior to a doctor's iudgement, and she took me to a homeopath. FIehappenedto be trained in iri"There is something wrong with dology. He looked into my eyesand said, this boy's left lung." My mother took me at once to a tuberculosishospital,
3sgo .ime. aged what :t on
where the diagnosisof pulmonary tuberculosiswas confirmed. The recovery took the better part of ayeat,and during that time, I becamevery impressed
lool,
with the doctors who took careof me. I promised myself that, if I recovered
,you
from this illness, I would become a doctor.
ends
The ancient Greeks believed that the prerequisite for the practice of medicinewas the experienceof illness.The god of medicine,Asclepios,was
what
a.a
g I
L_
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known as the "wounded healer,"becausehe had been struck by lightning
about
and limped as a result.This prerequisitese€msto hold true today especially
astonis
for practitioners of environmental medicine. A medical iournalist recently told me that a surveyof the attending doctors at a recentAmericanAcademy
men's l
of EnvironmentalMedicineconvention showedthat most of them had them-
time, h
selvesbeen seriouslyill (or had a family member fall ill) with an environ-
didn't
mentally-mediatedcondition for which their standard medical training
late," h
had not preparedthem.
the de,
me an(
In medical school, I soon discoveredthat nothing in life, leastof all sci-
resear(
ence,was free from the contamination of politics. University studentswere
puttinl
made to be part of the extensivespy systemthrough which the Communist
more (
regimessupported their power. Studentswere expectedto spy on their professorsand report back to the Party on aryrthing and everything "suspi-
was n(
cious." To my horror, my favourite professor,who taught pediatrics,was
In
out of
assignedto me for surveillancewhen I becamean assistantin pediatrics
Saskat
during my residency.The resultingemotional conflia was totally unbearable,
ity, I u
and one day I decidedI could not and would not do this, no matter what
three r
the consequences. I went straightto my professorand told him what I had been askedto do and that I would not do it. To my total surprise(and immeasurablerelie0, -y professorsmiled and said, "Oh, I know. I have known all along." That wasthe end of my involvement in the political spying
less tt
business,and I somehowcoastedthrough universitypolitics in Communist
funda
Polanduntil 1972,when I completedmy medicalspecializationin pediatrics -and escapedto Canada.
were I
disord quiliz, B')' z
l r
What precipitatedthis decisionto escapewas the following evenr.Early
medi<
on in my pediatrictraining,in the early 1970s,I becameinterestedin growth
trainir
hormone researchthat had begun in the 1950sand which eventuallyled to
Saska
its syntheticform. As I was a young pediatrician,the practicalimportance of this researchfor children whose growth is stunted,was clear.My first
dard ;
co-publicationsin peer-reviewed medicaljournalsdealwith growthhormone.
dram
I was in the universitylab often sevendaysa week till the wee hours in the morning. One day I was working in the lab with a closefriend of mine at
interr
descri
comp
I
i.
.fu*"*
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:ning :ially ently demy nemironning I sciwere
about midnight, when we heard footsteps in the hall. To my speechless astonishment,my friend urged me to disappearas fast as possible into the rnen'sroom and staythere until he would come to fetch me. I did as he told me and waited, wondering what this could possiblybe all about. After some "What happened?"I asked."Oh, I time, he told me I could come out now. didn't want the head of the department to seeyou once again in the lab so late,"he replied. Then I found out-and this was confirmed by others-that the department had become increasinglyirritated with my enthusiasrnfor "slow down Krop," as my performancewas The word was out to reSearch. putting demandson the other departrnentmembersthat interferedwith their
pro'
more comfortable pace.Any serioushint of a desirefor personal excellence was not encouragedin a collectivizedsociety.That night, I knew I had to get
uspi-
out of Communist Poland.
unist
was rtrics able,
In Canada,I neededto re-qualiff. I was able to obtain an internship at SaskatoonCity Hospital,where t worked from 1975 to 1976. By serendipity, I was assignedto Dr. Abram Hoffer for my rotation in psychiatry.Those
had
three months totally transformed my approachto medicine. It was nothing lessthan a revolution for me. I-IereI saw people with severepsychiatric
Iand have
disorders being hospitalized and Dr. Hoffer-instead of prescribing tranquilizers and various psychotropicmedication-gave them niacin (vitamin
rying rnist
Br), zinc and various other vitamins and minerals,as well as prescribing fundamental dtanges in their diets.17Their delusions disappeared,and they
rtrics
were returned to a normal life.
larly
I could not believe it! Here I saw for the first time orthomolecular medicine in action-a branch of medicine I knew nothing about. All my
)wth
training in Poland, then later at Sick Children's Hospital in Toronto, and in
:d to
Saskatoon,up to this point, had been radically different and followed standard allopathic medicine. Dr. Hoffer also kept detailed patient charts.f'he
what
ance first one. r the re at
descriptionsof the patient'scondition before and after treatment were very dramatic. His resultswere terrific, but he never pushed anything on his interns.It was simply through observationthat one's eyeswere opened to completelynew possibilitiesin medicine.At the end of my internshipwith
,3 ',,(i , .1.5:
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him, I askedhim how I could learn more about orthomolecularmedicine. "well, if you are interested,"he said in his typical low-key manner, ,,thereare
ordinar
somebooks I would suggest."And so I beganto read the work, among others,
differer
of Drs. H.L. Newbold, Carl C. Pfeifferand Linus pauling.rB
(as ther
ular ha'
After startingmy own practicein 1977,I applied orthomolecularprinciples with great successfor some time. However,I began to notice that some
to undr
patientsdid not respondwell enough.vitamins, minerals and diet were
The no
simply not enough.
atric"the offt
In 1979,one of my patientsmentioned to me that therewas a doctor in Hamilton, ontario, who treated asthma successfully,not with steroids,but
treatinl
with sublingual desensitizationdrops.That was Dr. GeorgeJohn Maclennan.
the offe
He was one of the foundersof the society for clinical Ecology,now known as the American Academyof Enuironmentnl Medicine (AAEM), the study of
dard rn
which began with Dr. Theron Randolph of chicago university in the 1940s.leTheir observationsand initial researchlaid a foundation through
killing
which environmental medicine spread throughout the world and became part of modern medical research.Dr. Mclennan suggestedthat I attend the
ronmer
upcoming annual conference, which I did. At that conference,I was exposed to a new perspectiveon health and health problems and to the most gen-
Le76).
etous and genuine physiciansI had ever met. At that conference,I also saw a videotape of provocation-neutralizationtesting for food sensitivitiesdone in Dr. Doris Rapp'smedicaloffice.2o Dr. Rapp was testinga child for food sensitivities,and when she tested for oats,the child had a dramaticreaction.This food actuallyhad a neurotoxic effectand the child beganto screamand thrash about. when Dr. Rapp finally establishedand administeredthe neutralizingdose,the child rapidly and totally recovered.Then Dr. Rapp askedthe patient, ,,Do you remember anything that happenedduring the pasr two hours?"The child, genuinely bewildered,said, "No, I don't."
revolut
control Iw, Dickie and lai this." I tion to to war medici back." ial infe learnec medici and try Itv
well, at that point I got goosebumpsand I knew deep down and with_ out any doubt, that this wasthe medicine I had to practice.WhateverI had
and nt
learnedin standardmedicinedid not evenconsiderthe neurotoxicitvof
Harri.
annual
7
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:.!i::rai;tai;ar:ait::!:;i:i::!ailrai:l!t\a,:i:ai:t7!;ttt;i:Ltar,a,iia:tl:til:tt:,lt:i:ia:ll
icine. re are thers, rincisome
ordinary foods-l had only been taught about IgE mediatedallergies(regular hay feverand the like). What I had iust seenwas somethingcompletely different, and even if the biological pathwayswere not yet fully understood (as they are in the caseof lgE-mediatedallergies),here was the opportunity "psychito understand and treat conditions otherwise simply discardedas atric"-unfair to psychiatryand brutally negleaful of the patient'sreal needs.
were
The notion that such reactionscould be treated with neutralizing doses of the offending substance,rather than with symptom-controlling drugs, was
lor in
revolutionary.What's more, the sameapproach,I learned,could be taken in treating the toxic effectsof environmental chemicals.The key point was that
t, but lown
andfor treated.Stanthe offendingcausecouldbefound, eliminatedif possible dard medicine teacheshow to classifysymptoms, what drugs to use to
dy of
control them, and how to use them cautiouslyto preventtheir toxicity from
r the
killing the patient.
ough
I went to Hamilton and took Dr. Maclennan's training course in environmental medicine. He also suggestedI read a 700-pagebook by Lawrence
lnan.
came d the rosed gen-
Dickie entitled Clinical Ecology(C. Thomas Publications, Springfield, Ill. I976).After reading about thirty pagesof Dickie's book, I was overwhelmed "I and laid it aside and said to myself, won't be able to go through with
done
this." I realizedthat I wouid be striking out in a 180-degreeopposite direction to where all my colleagueswere going. Dr. Theron Randolph used
ested
to warn young doctors, eager to learn the techniques of environmental medicine, saying ,"You realizethis is a one-way street.There is no turning
) saw
euroRapp pidly mber
back." Not that the training I had had so far was useless-standardbacterial infection and trauma are perfectlytreatedby the standardmedicine I had leamed. However,chronic disease,which has become the subjectof most of' medicine,is dealt with primarily by symptom control, not finding causes
inely
and trying for a cure. I was devastatedand actually rather scared. It was clear to me that, if the findings and treatmentsof environmental
with-
and nutritional medicine would be taken seriously,the whole hefty bi-
I had
annually updatedtome on internal medicine-the bible of the discipline-* Harrison's Principles of lnternal Medicine, wortld have ttl be
rty of
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fundamentally rewritten.Harrison'sis like the huge descriptivetreatisesby
envlr(
the eighteenth and early ninteenth-century naturalists,who classifiedand describedthe natural world in every minute detail without being able to
toxic critiq
explain any of that diversity and how it all hangs together, until Charles Darwin in 1859 provideda dynamic explanationfor evolution,and modern
M not o
geneticsproved that it all does hang together as one huge web of life. It was an intense- but not a very long-war that I wagedwithin myself.
progr
It was the patients that decided it in the end. Whenever I looked at them with the search frame of standard medicine, and then again with that of
Medi,
environmental medicine,I quickly knew what I had to do. The patient'senvironmental exposureand nutritional history generally explained the causes
hand,
of the observed signs and symptoms often quite elegantly and rationally. Symptom-control becameintolerably frustrating. So, I returned to the study
of co.
of Dickie'sbook and took everyavailablecourse,including one intenseone
contr
with Dr. Theron Randolph himself. I am still taking courseseveryyear.The treatment protocols environmental physiciansuse are regularly adjusted to
by gr,
take advantageof new researchand information. Unfortunately, however, there are powerful forcesopposing this progress.
cerns
from 1 5 0y profer dollar
Ir the ct as etl Cana
THEHAZARDS OFBEINGAN ENVIRONMENTAL PHYSICIAN
tice a
Not only do we have to detoxifi on a daily basis the carcinogenicand hormone-disrupting chemicals and synthetic materials we ingest through
direcl
water,air, and food-we also have to deal with the dead weight of outdated and intellectually toxic ideaswhich make the birth of the new alwaysso dif-
plina
indur those
ficult and even outright prevent good medicine from reaching patients. I knew from my teachersin environmentalmedicine that doing medicine in
mine
this new and revolutionary manner could be dangerous to one's professional health. After all, identi&ing pesticides,petrochemicals,many symp-
matir
tom-controlling drugs, and processedfoods (to name iust a few serious health hazards)asthe causesof cancerand chronic diseasesis not going to
cians
make a doctor very popular with the captainsof industry.The findings of
Assoct
A office Feb.t
t F, 6
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rby rnd
13
environmental medicine, and the demonstration that avoiding all these toxic substancescan restore people's health, constitute a most formidable
ern
critique of our modern world and its commercial values. Medical regulatory bodies today are slow to tolerate new approaches, not only becausebureaucracieshave alwaysbeen slow to acceptany sort of
relf.
progress,but becausethe values dominant in a bureaucracyare far removed from the valuesthat guide a doctor in his real-life relationshipto the patient.
:to rles
rem tof nvirses ,lly. udy one Ihe lto ver,
Medical regulatory bodies are as conflicted in their interestsas they were 150 years ago, when bacteriawere the heresyof the day and washing one's hands, before examining a patient or performing surgery was an affront to professionalpride. Finally,while ethicsdemandsthat medicineshould be free of commercial interests,the fact is that symptom control is a rnulti-billion dollar businessand not likely to take the back seatwithout a fight. Symptom control is the market, and wealth is measuredin this rnarket, as in any other, by growth, not by the diminishing returns cutes would generate. Indeed, we have become so used to the priority of all commercial con"stakeholder,"with the patient being merely cerns-to the rights of every the consumer-that we have effectivelyceasedto even qu.estionsomething as ethically incomprehensible as the following fact: the very councils of
I
Canada'sCollegesof Physiciansand Surgeons,which control medical Practice and standards,have on them non-elected, appointed members who
ugh
directly come from, or are associatedwith, the pharmaceuticaland insurance industries.Those non-medical members are even permitted to sit on disci-
rted
plinary committees.Even the electedmembers havetheir researchfunded by
dif-
those same companies-nobody is free.The standard of medicine is determined by forcesthat have little to do with curing sick people.2l
lor-
ts. I ein 'fesnpous gto sof
As for the practicingdoctor, the fact also is that most learn new infbrmation primarily from the drug company representativeswho visit their officesregularly(seeendnote 14). An astonishing80o/oof all Canadianphysicianshave some financial tie to the pharmaceuticalindustry (Globe& Muil, Feb.6, 2002), which a recenteditorial in the lournal of the CanadianMedical "dancingwith the porcupine."22 ,\ssociation describedasa relationshipakin to
& (t,
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{a 3 tl (D E F *
One Canadian doctor published the total number of visits and personal-
andlb
ized mailings he receivedfrom drug companiesin TheMedicalPosr(Feb.9,
to stay
1999):the total was 452 promotional encountersin
tonic sl
one year.
defend
As for medical research,it is hardly surprising
with th
that researchcapableof generatingpatentablehigh-
that lic
tech treatments,promising the dependenceof large
based,
numbers of peoplq gets the grant money, almost all
oppos(
of which comesfrom the pharmaceuticalcompanies.
cians.I
(ln continental Europe, most researchis paid for by
Th
governments and, therefore, truly independent and
uncon
not so drug-oriented.)Following the recentrevelations
organir
about how Dr. Nanry Olivieri23wasorderedby a drug
tion pr,
company to remain silent about the dangers of one
mental
of their drugs shewas researching,Doctorsfor Research
above,
Integritywas createdto protect researchers from drug companies'commercial "research priorities.Indeed,the conceptof integrity" is in dangerof becom"health ing as much an oxymoron at Canada's protection branch." Drs. Shiv
vitami.
Chopra and MargaretHaydon had to take the Canadiangovernmentto court
of thei
in order to establishtheir right and scientificduty to warn the Canadian
medic
public of the dangersto their food supply from unlawfully introduced
throug
carcinogensand hormone disrupting chemicals.They won that precedent-
they c:
settingcasein a federalcourt decisionin 2000.2a
Univer
Multip all wer
variou
The environmental physician is also pitted againstmuch government policy on a national and internationallevel.Speakingthe truth about what
US anr
we see in our patients on a daily basis-carcinogensand neurotoxins in
appea)
their blood, pesticidesin their fat biopsies,heavymetalsin their urine and
demnt
stools-is nothing lessthan a total indictment of governmentsthat have
ofohv All
ceasedto be regulatorsand protectorsof societyand becomepublicly funded
patien
butlers servingthe big corporations. The history of medicineis full of martyrs,and I had no intention of join-
tribun
ing their ranks.In fact,I am cursedwith an enthusiasmfor stuff that works,
charts
i !
,,[,_-, *_
F-
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15
ilr:,
'' '-' (:! 'l r:' ,: ' :r ::i ,' ';Ejr,r rli:,: i. .'!l;;;:.lil.'i,,,
''rr,*l:.-.:i,.i,.,,
rnal-
and I becameentangledin the politics of medicine despitemy best efforts
eb.9,
to stayout of politics! When scientificparadigmsclash,it is much like a tec-
rs in
tonic shift: one getscaught in a huge social upheaval and does one's best to defend the facts and basic principles. And so I fought a thirteen-yearbattle
Lsing
with the College of Physiciansand Surgeonsof Ontario (CPSO), the body
righ-
that licenses doctors in this province. This disciplinary ordeal was not
large
based on patient complaints-on the contrary,my trial was energetically
st all
opposed by..ty patients,my colleagues,the generalpublic, and even politi-
nies.
cians.Seewww.ikropmd.com.
rr by and
Th CPSOformally chargedme with suggestingto patients they drink uncontaminated water, have air filters installed to alleviate asthma, eat
ions
organically grown foods free of carcinogenicpesticides,utilize detoxifica-
d'..'g
tion protocols for solventsand pesticides,etc.The treatmentsused by environ-
one
mental doctors,such as the provocation-neutralizationtechnique described
nrch
above, the various detoxification and diet-centeredtherapies, the use of
:rcial
vitamins and minerals as therapies,and the diagnosesof illnessessuch as
:omShiv
Multiple Chemical Sensitiviry Sick Building Syndromeand Candidiasis"guilty" and I was,after a four-yeartrial, found all were/ormulatedascharges,
ourt
of their use.The entire body of scientific evidencefrom the world's leading
dian
medical journals and the World Health Organization, which I provided
rced
through my lawyers,was reiected,aswere my defencewitnesses,eventhough
lent-
they came from JohnsHopkins Medical School,the medical schoolsof the UniversitiesofToronto, Saskatchewan, Nova Scotia,Stanford, and from the
nent
variousgovernment-sponsored environmentalhealth clinicsof Canada,the
vhat
US and Europe.I am now askingthe SupremeCourt of Canadafor leaveto
rs in
appealthe absurdityof having an entirebranch of medicinearbitrarily con-
and
demned.(For more information, alsoon other physicians,seewww.college
nave rded
ofo hysicianswatchdog.com. ) All this took placein spite of the fact that the patient chartsshowedthat patients had greatlybenefited from thesetreatments-a fact even the (,PS()
oin-
tribunal acknowledgedin their decision! Most of the very patientswhosc chartshad been used to formulate the chargesprotestedand testified on my
ffi
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to
HEALIN TG H EP L A N E T : 0Pnaet i e natt a T i m e
behalf at the end of the trial. The purposeof this trial-possibly the longest disciplinary investigation in medical history-was made very clear in the
nates what r
official Sentencehanded down by rhe CPSOin 1999: 1. "Dr. Krop must mahe it clear to his patients that the diagnosesand
MEDI
therapies...Areunsupporteilby scientificallyacceptableeuiilence." 2. "Members of the professionat large-a professionwhose integrity res*
Parapl
on the practice of scientifically basedmedicine-must hnow why and
it is vi
hou Dr. Krop'spracticefails the standard." 3. "The public...must be protectedfrom practitionerswho lach that creilibility."
cured, develc and h Iv
The motives for reiecting all of the defence'sscientific evidence supporting environmental medicine'streatment and diagnosticmodalities can
the fo
only be guessedat. Iust how far out of touch with medical reality the CPSO
astati<
Decision is becomesclear when considering the following: The united Nations Environment programme issuedits GEo-3 Report, to which more than a thousand scientistscontributed (Nature, May 30th, 2OO2,p. a75). It statesthat "the benefits of some environmentally friendly policies will not be apparent until decadesafter they have been enacted." The report statesthat "even if environmentally friendly approacheswere adopted now carbon dioxide concentrationswould continue to rise until
medic
2050. Water shortageswould continue and coastalpollution would increase slightly." The cartoon that went with it showed a speedboatnamed "Human
merel'
ence a
dirt ci dous I seewl docto. biolol levelgratefi
Behavior" cruising full speed ahead towards the edgeof an abyss.Its pilot, a skeleton, said with his head turned to the terrified passengers,"Brakes?
being
What brakes?"
as mu
I wrote this primer to enableyou to find out what environmental medicine can do for you and to introduce you to the excellentscienceon which
icolog
these therapies are based. I have also provided in its appendix the treatment protocols for some of the most serious environmentally-mediated
only i
conditions. They are intended for you to researchand to use for the purpose of making an informed decision.In medicine,everythingultimately origi-
from t
Er
and ir l ook i life oJ : I ;
il, t F.
E
A*
Dr.J. Krop ,l:ti.iiitti:;iiiti.iat
fi
1.,i!i;:.j:i.i:r:ajia)a:!lrijl!tti+tltitit::l;tat::::i;!::.:,a;i:t:i::tti:j,::::iia:t.:1:a:::l
,,:'-;,,"'. :'. ;,Gl',:':::, :,:*.:..: .,,.,,,. '1*,1 t J ',,,i , ,:',':i:-:!},,',,.,i .':,.:,,;.,,lE| ,,:,,:
gest the
nates in patient experience,so you need to iudge for yourself how much of what you read applies to you and how much does not.
MANSIONS TE H,EH O U SOEFM A N Y MEDICIN rJ
"In my father'shouse are many mansions," Paraphrasingthe saylngby lesus, it is vital to understandthat there are many waysby which an illness can be cured, and new approachesare being discoveredand will continue to be developed.Only fools and those with a vestedinterestbelieve they control and have the one and only answer. I was trained in twentieth-centurymedicine, and it is my conviction that
can
the focus of environmental medicine is the natural evolution of medical science at its best. Environmental medicine developedin responseto the dev-
PSO
astation of our planetary life-support systems, iust as bacteriological
sup-
medicine developedas a responseto the objectivefindings that bacteriaand )ort,
dirt can causedisease.Both these advanceswere stimulated by the tremen-
0th,
dous breakhroughs in technology which enabled scientistsand doctors to
ndly
seewhat was previously mysterious.Similarly, the possibilities now open to
ed."
doctorswith regardto early detectionof pathology,the analysesof a person's
Nere
biological material enabling one to seewhat is happening on the cellular
mtil
level-all this is a fabulous tool bag the previous generation of physicians
ease
merely dreamed of as sciencefiction. As a physician, I am amazed by and
man
grateful for the use of all of thesediagnostic and therapeutic modalities.
ilot, kes?
Environmental medicine dependsupon and arisesout of the discoveries being made in endocrinology, immunology, biochemistry and cell biology as much as it does on the researchresults in all the ecologicalsciences,tox-
ned-
icology,and especiallyepidemiology.All of life is interdependentin sickness
hich
and in health. Environmental medicine differs from traditional medicine
:eat-
only in that it can-in the face of the overwhelming evidence-no longer
ated
look at patientsand their presentingpathology and complaints isolatecl
)ose
from the air,water,soil, food, workplace,home environment, and emotional
'rigi-
that person's environment. Environmental medicine broadens the
a:,!:4.:a i.:,.tt.i..,i.: ..':,':.:3ll,::.,.:..i i:iiti:il .,ii.i:tit:: tiiati:;a:l :,,',,,.;il.|*'i:,:;:*:,tt:t:,.,.i :;ii;iti i:;i::,.|::. :11:11fr1;:,;i ..:: :. '.j i.
..i
ilE.i1i;i.ii::i: Gl,::,.,,,: 'l'+'".:j : CJ,,.. :$r,r:,1,,:, |L,,.:' Cll:,rr,,: *ii.i.tr,i llllli:;ri;i, gj,l1t;liil t.-.'ililii:',.
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perspectiveof medicine as a whole. It vastly increasesour understanding of everything in medicine and increasesour options dramatically.Consider
nutt
how the various medical specialitiescan benefit and improve patient outcome by adding these new insights to all that is alreadyknown and found
o The
thes, thin
to be beneficial through long experience: o The surgeon can haue better resultsin wounil healing if the knowledge
pote
of viumins anil other uitnl nutrients is incorporatedin the treatment of trauma;2s long-term problemsare prwented by ensurtng that the intra-
notl
uenousdelivery system (tubes, bags,etc.) do not contain enilocrinedisrupting phthalates (now beginning to be phosedout in hospitals). o the pediatrician treating childhood asthma neeil no longer worry about the long-term iletrimental ffias of steroid inhalerswhen it is so often
carc this c For tog byt the
possibleto eliminate the cause,such as food intoleran@or tonc chemicols
Dr.
in the home or schoolenuironment.26
beir
o The gerontologistcan help resnre a consiilerable measureof independence to many Alzheimer's patient by eliminating the causal dennl mercury
o The not
amalgam and W chelating a lifetime'sstoredbodyburdenof nxic tnetnls.2T o The urologist,frustrated by the lack of success with antibiotics in patients
adj
plagued by recurrent cystitisand urinary tract infections, can cure most
Atb
of thesepatients by dealing with the generally undnlying condiiliasis or e-coli infection through the use of probiotics, uoriousfrienilly bacteria
o The
and dietary adjustments.2s o The rheumatologist can erpanil treatment options dramotically fu loohing for mycoplasmaas the causein many casesof arthritis and scleroderma, both of which will respondto the old sundby-antibiotics used in new treatment protocols;alternatiuely,many orthrtfis patients
as1
cor' wit abt Aflt
All thir
respondwell to the elimination of cerUin foods they are unhnowingly sensitiueto, such as coffie and the deadly nightshadefamily of plants
institu
(potatoes,tomatoes,peppersetc.)2e
medic
. The neurologist,usually helplesswhen facing tenible diseasessuchas
all do, As
myastheniagrauis,or Parkinson's,cnn with environmultiple sclerosis,
most
mental toxins in mind turn to detoxificationanil subsequentrestoratiue
antibi
{
D r .J . K r o p
19
ng of
nutrient enhancementpratocolsthat often not only arrest the progressof
sider
theseiliseases,but actually cun cure them.3o
out>und
. The gynecologistfamiliar with natural hormone therapy can treat werything from endometriosisto menopouseonil not be concernedabout potential deadlyside fficts in the long run. The rwelations about the
Ige
carcinogicity of spthetic hormones,cutrently dominating the newq are
rt of
nothing new to the enuironmentally trained physician: we haue known
cr4-
thk for ot least nuo decadesand haue auoidedtheir use in our patients.3l o For the oncologist, the tediouswrtting of death certificates is beginning to giue way to a whole new world of healing anil. preuention openeilup
,out,
with euen vy\*arthomolecular and nutritional meilicine as their success,
:en
the most virulent cancers,achie,uedby the Gersonlnstitute, the worh of
icals
Dr. NicholasGonzalesand other researchersin this area is now finally being tahen sefiouslyby medical research.32
l.ence
. The physician treating heart cardiouasanlariliseasecan more often than
ry
not auoiil bypasssurgery through chelation therapy,dietary and lifestyle
tls.27
adjustmentsand the dramatic healing fficts of uitamin E and niacin,
imts
as well as other nutrients. (This treatment is now protected by law in
tost
Alberta since 7997.) (Seeendnote27)
bor ia
. The psychiatrkt, as I learneilfrom Dr. Abraham Hoffer in the early 7970s, can offn control ouer someof the most debilitating mental conditions with the new hnowleilgenutritional biochemistryhas made ouailable
,oho-
about the role of essmtialfotty acids, minerals anil vitarnins (e.g., niacin) anil herbal meilicines{e.g., St. Iohn's Wort) in mental disease.33
sed All this information comesfrom the world's most prestigiousmedicalresearch
ly
institutions and is found in the international medical journals availableto
fs
all doctors (and patients) through the Internet searchengines that access medical libraries.
ts
As for drugs,used appropriatelyand in pharmacologicaldoses,they are
tn-
most certainly at times miraculous and indispensable. I certainly use
tive
antibiotics, drugs that control fungi and parasites,various steroidsand hor-
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mones and pain medication in my practice.The art of medicine, however, is to help the patient back to a normal, productive life, such that the person
occupa
is hopefully no longer dependenton the doctor or on any drugs! Used long-term, and without regardfor the bioindividuality of the patient, modem
today r
drugs can be deadly. In 1998, the University of Toronto and the American FDA published the results of a large meta-analysiswhich showed that the
parts.
side effects of properlyprescribeddrugs taken as prescribedare the fourth leading causeof death in North America.3aDllay Cohen, a professor of
works
Air, Wt edge, t headar a parti
preventivemedicine at the University of California in San Diego, published
Th,
His survey of the medical literature showsan astounding book, Ouerdose. and his own clinical experienceconfirmed-that lust about everydrug is
Teachi
basically overdoseand hence dangerousand even lethal. In fact, the rate of death from apparently properly prescribedmedication would, accordingto
ing, ea
his research,be much higher than previously thought (seeendnote 35). The reason is, he writes, that the drug companies createone-size-fits-alldrugs
of ever
to make them easierto market and inflate effectivenessstatistics.Coming from the orthodox medical communiry this is a very seriouscondemnation
and te
physic more \ use to illness
indeed.3s What sets environmentally trained doctors apart is the way we take a patient history becausewe see human beings embedded in the whole of
CAUS
Nature.When we take a history we listen, and listen, and listen, and listen-
As do<
and visualize our patient in their personal environment. No detail is too trivial and will include the carpeting,the method of heating, the location of
the nr
the garage,the possible fungi in the bathroom, the foods most frequently eaten, a recent changeof location, the air-conditioning the windows (or
about
lack thereof) in the office,the brand of shampoo,etc.,and our questionnaires
orienl
are very long-exhaustive and exhausting!
SYrnP'
Canac lt is, t
philosophy that seesthe body as a machine, out of the eighteenth-century
becau oIn
the paradigmthat causedmedical scienceto split into specialtiesand sub-
pL
specialtiessuch that nothing hangs together anymore. A machine is not
5U
dependent upon Nature. Hippocrates taught us about the effectsof food,
n
As I stated before the Brundtland Commission, medicine needsto get
I i
t I
i L E
&.
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'-vet, 'son lsed lem
occupation, and the quality of water and air, on health. His book entitled Air, Water and Placesprovided 2,500 years ago the basic conceptsof what today we call ecology.That extremespecializationhas brought much knowledge,to be sure; but organisms are dynamic functioning totalities, not
the
parts. When something goes wrong, always the totality is affected. A headache can ruin your day completely,eventhough the rest of your body
rrth
works fine. Cancer,no matter where it is located, is a systemicdisease,not
'r of
a partial malfunction. "doctor" comesfrom the Latin "dacere," meaning "to teach." The word
ican
rhed vsrg is te of rg to
Teachinghealth should once again be central to the iob description of every physician. It is important, but not sufficient, to tell people to stop smoking, eat more vegetablesand take more exercise.What is the point of eating more vegetablesif they are loaded with carcinogenicpesticides?It is the ainr
rugs
of every environmental doctor to equip patients with knowledge they can use to make their own homes, gardens and workplaces supportive of life
ning
and teach their family, friends and employerswhat can be done to prevent
.tion
illness.
The
kea le of
C A U T I OO UP STIMISM C A U SFEO R
3n-
As doctors and patients,we haveour work cut out for us. Health has become the number one political and economic issue worldwide. Currently, in
, too :ntly
Canada,the Romanow Commission is understandablyprimarily concerned about how to make universal health carework when its cost is out of control.
i (or
It is, therefore, extrernely important to understand that an environmentally
aires
oriented approach to medicine is infinitely cheaper than the high-tech symptom-control approach so popular in standard medicine, primarily
r get hine,
becauseit does not need patentabletherapiesto achieveresults.. o ln 7987, the prestigiousmainstreom meilical journal, Annals of Allergy,
sub-
published the resultsof o fiue-year follow-up on two setsof patients
i not
suffertngfto*
bod,
The group treated by conuentionol methodshad more than two hundreil
rn of
thrombophlebitk. There wefe tpn patients in eachgroup.
:t
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e
by environmentnl flare-ups during that fiue-yearperiod. The group treated meilicinemethods(nutrition, uitamins etc.) only reportedtwo flare-ups. The first group had a total of 114hospitalizations to report, while those treateil according to enuironmental meilicine techniquesdid not haue a singlehospitalizntion to report. Only one of the conuentionally tteated patientswas oble to feturn to worh, while all ten of the other Sroup returned to worh. Cosfsfor the conuentionalgroup was o totnl of US $300,000 during that period, while the environmentalmeilicinepatients spenta total o/ US $2,500.s6 o ln 7998, the German gouernmentpublished the results of a gouernmentfunded pilot project: o hospital specializingin enuironmental medicine, locatedin Bredsted.The resultsuere so imptessiae,the German gouernmentdecidedto build four more such hospitals.3T o I tahe comfort in the fact that ouer the past ilecade,virtually euery uniuersityin the industrialized uorld has begun to offer some coursesin enuironmentallyoriented medicine. . The agricultural departmentsof the European llnion, led by Denmark, haue made organic agriculture their top priority. . The international POP'skeaty (on persistentorganic pesticides)was ratified. . The IIS National lnstitutes of Health is funding the researchinto Dn alternatiue c&ncertherapy. NicholasGonznles' successful
> Folt Cot wol tlal
Ch, ues, frot cin to' abt syn
up Un tTh on eih ral
.Th CI As, ml oIt
. Through the American Associationfor the Aduancementof Scienceand the US National Center for Enuironmental Health, the US Souernment in 2000 started an ambitious program of testing thousanik of people
fo, Pr, pr,
annually for oll the uarioustoxic substancesin their blood and estoblishing a gouernment registry to trace their sourcesanil effecU-a
th
funilamental necessityif we ore euerto clean up the human organism. (Accordingto lohns Hopkins Medical School,of the 3,000 mostftequmtly usedchemicals,only 7o/ohauesafetyscreeningdata.) o ln the [IK, the Houseof Lords commissioneilmajor researchinto pesticidesond has tnken a proactiuestancein protectiuelegislation.
FI, oful eo N H
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23
.::l?1ft1:1i::.:
ntnl
, Following the recent "Hudson Decision" by the Canadian Supreme
tps-
Court, city after city is banning the useof pesticidesand pressure-treated
ose
wood in Canada. Similar efforts hauebegunin the US.
,,4
zil
t I already mentioned the succestf"l tffortt by scientistssuch as Drs. Chopra, Haydon anil Oliuieri. Due to their determined refusal to bow to uestedinterests and political pressure,dangerousdrugs are being kept
;
ients
fto* entering our food supply. Bouinegrowth hormone (a hnown carcinogen anil enilocrine disrupter) was not only forbidden in Canada due to Drs. Chopra and Haydon's ffirts
"ent-
at Health Canada, but the facts about BGH thus becameauailable to the EuropeanUnion, wherethis
e,
synthetichormonewas also banned. Furthermore, Dr. Oliuieri has taken up the battle against unsafe ilrugs with court action in the European Union as uell. . The national meilical associaiionsof North America and Europe not
15tn
only giuefull study creilitsfor docnrs pursuing enuironmentalmedicine education,but are worhing on new guidelinesto get control ouer the
tk,
rampant conflict of interest in medical research. . Thanhsto the effor* of Dr. Lynn Marshall at the EnuironmentalHealth
s
Clinic at Women'sCollegeHospital in Toronto,the Canadian Medical Associationlournol recentlypublisheda six-part serieson enuironmental
r.
medicine,introducing doctorsto its protocolsand diagnosss.3s o lt is a pleasure to recall that Canada led the way for North America in
ent
of the environmentallymeiliatedhealth focusing on the seriousness problems,first through the ThomsonCommissionin 7985 (for which my
,
practicewas chosento serl)eas o major sourceof information), and then
\-
through a seriesof worluhops,sytnposiaand researchprojectsfunded by Health Canada and the uniuersitiesof Torontoand Dalhousie.3e
nd
m. ently
o Most heartening is the uoluntary initiatiue to clean up this polluted earth comingfro* industry. Dauid Suzuhi, in his latest booh,Good News for a Change: Hope for a Troubled Planet (Dauid Suzttki; Holly Dressel,Stoddort, 2002) destibes thesedeuelopments.
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',i"i: "pesky" patients I am personallyencouragedby the increasingnumber of
ENDN(
everywhere!Most of my patients have slogged,on average,through at least
I woRlt
sevendoctors' offices (the last one was usually a psychiatrist)and persevered until they were finally taken seriously.I was amused to learn that in June 2OO2the same observationwas troubling the delegatesattending the international convention of medical regulatory agencies,hosted by .tty very own
Future, 2 My sub 3 Web sir a Statisti, Epsteir
CPSO.They agreedthat patients today no longer iust acceptwhat they are their health problems and told. They come to their doctorshaving researched wish to engagetheir physiciansin discussion.One of the speakersfrom the
throug ON, M s For per MaSS.,
UK lamented that control is fust not what it used to be. Thank God for that! Most amazing of all, I never ceaseto be astonishedby the resilienceof
6 't col 7 The ter
the human body-Nature's stubborn urge to heal that cooperateswith the
govern
doctor's efforts and keepsthe patient going with tireless patience.Nature's
n M.N. (
determination to restorewhat is iniured is the constant sourceof hope and
9 R. CAT editior
couragefor patient and doctor. Iozef f. Krop
IOS. KHI AIzhei
Mississauga,Ontario, August 2OO2
source for Ort ll For pr, debor r2'LG. F printir the su Lewis l3 Accor< every the ha '4
J .R O I
'tR.J.v l ( ' O n ec standi by usi proto, CONVE
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ENDNOTES
east
' WORLD COMMISSION ON ENVIRONMENTAND DEVELOPMENT,Our Common
:red une lterlwn 'are and the hat! :e of , the
Future, Oxford, 1987 2 My submission was later publishedin Clinical Ecology, Vol. IV No.3, 1986 3 Web site for the World Health Organization: www.who.int/whr/l99?exsumgTehtm 4 Statisticspresented at McMaster Universiry Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, 1999, by Dr. S. Epstein at EverydayCarcinogens:Stopping Cancer Beforeit Stcrfs, transcripts available through Canadian Environmental Law Association, Suite 401, 517 College Street,Toronto, ON, M6G 4A2, or download from www.stopcancer.org. s For pesticides and fetal development: S. STEINGRABER,tlaving Faith, Perseus,Cambridge Mass.,2001. 6 't COLBORN et al, Our StolenFuture, Plume-Penguin, New York, 1997 7 'lhe text of this. presidential order of April 21, 1997 can be downloaded from the US , government site: www.health. gov/environment/TaskForc4whouseprenv.html
Jre's
8 M.N. COHEN, Health and the Riseof Civiliution, Yale University Press,1989
and
e R. CARSON, Silenr Spring, (1962), Houghton Mifflin, Co., New Yorh 25th anniversary edition, 1987
(rop
r0 S. KHlflCION et al. 'Aberrant Guanosine Triphosphate-Beta-Tubulin Interaction in Alzheimer's Disease" in Annals of Neurology,vol,.26, no. 2, 1989. The most comprehensive
!002
source for primary researchand clinical applications in this area is the tnumational Academy for Oral and Medical Toicology at www.IAOMT.org or tel. 407-298-2450 It F-orpressure-treatedwood hazards: www3.qympatico.ca/pbarrie or e-mail: deborahbarrie@ hotmail.com 12T. G. RANDOLPH, M.D., Human Ecologyand Susceptibilityto the ChemicalEnvironment, 7Lh printing Charles C.'fhomas, Springfield, Ill., 1980.'Ihe most comprehensivetreatment of the subject is the 4-volume work by W. I. RAE, M.D., Chemical Sensitivity,Volumes 1-4, L e w i sP u b l i s h e r s ,1 9 9 2 - 1 9 9 6 rr According to the Journalof the American PharmaceuticalAssociation41.:192-99,2001, for every US $i.11 spent on a prescription drug another US $1.77 needsto be spent to treat the harmful side effects of that drug. t4
I. ROBINSON, PrescriptionGames,McClelland & Stewart Ltd., lbronto, 2001
ts R.
lndiuiduality,(1956), Keats,New Canaan, Ct., 1998 J. WtLLIAMS, Biochemical
r6 One of my colleaguesobserved,in summing up a lecture comparing the poor outcomes of standard cancer treatment (chemotherapy and radiation) with the excellent results obtained by using vitamins, minerals, amino-acids, enzymes, specialized diets, and detoxification protocols: "... and so the resultsshow that if you take conventional treatment, you die a conventional death." Dr. Michael Conzales atthe i}th Annual lnternational Conference, 'lbronto, May 2001
rG:rrlr O;iil *ll!
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l
ts.lt': (*i;r:
=iif.r
CI,i:x,, Arii; Elli e4;,ll dtiiii -iiit;r:: ::.,r..r,1;,:l
2uAIifllR
I7 A. HOlrIrFR, M.D., Vitamin Il-3 & Schiznphrenia:Discouery,Recovery, Controversy,Quarry I'Iealth Books, Kingston, ON, Canada, 1998 (this is the new and updated edition of the
Iruture
researchpublished in the 1950s-1970s).A comprehensiveoverview of orthomolecular
Handb
medicine, also for patients is in A. HOFFER, OrthomolecularMedicinet'or Physicians,Keats,
2eAltern
N e w C a n a a n ,C t . , 1 9 8 9
19 9 9 .
rsThe many publications by Linus Pauling and complete accessto the worldwide research
ROGI]
on vitamins and orthomolecular medicine is available through the Linus Pauling lnstitute at
:ttt1'1-r"g;
Oregon State University, 571 Weniger llall, Corvallis, Oregon, 9733I-6512, or
WAS OI
www. htto : / / | ni. orst.edu.
The'fc
reT. MNDOLPH,
M.D., EnvironmentalMedicine: Beginnings& Bibliographiesof Clinical Ecology,
]' U. REI
Clinical Ecology Publications Inc., Fort Collins, CO, 1987
BERKI
'l'he 20D. RAPR M.D., Is This YourChild?, video Quill-William Morrow New York, 1991. tapes of Dr. Rapp's clinical work ahd other information for parents can be obtained from:
32The re from I
PracticalAllergy ResearchFoundation,P.O. Box 60, Buffalo, New York, 14223-0060. The
Natior
classicin this field is T. RANDOLPH, M.D., An AlternatiueApproachto Allergies,Revised
the wr
Edition, I-Iarper & Row New York, 1990
3] M, PE
21An affidavit filed by my defence lawyers on December 3, 1995, with the CPSO disciplinary
Press,
tribunal, outlined how the expert witnesses,whom the prosecution was going to call, were
reader
compromised by conflicts of interest. Iror example, the 16-page affidavit stated with regard "Drs. S. and M. have a personal stake in the outcome of the to two of these witnesses:
Nutrit, ta1.IAZ
Disciplinary Committee's decision by reason of their financial ties to those drug companies
Hospi
whose interest lies in opposition to Dr. Krop. Dr.M. has, from 1985 to 1995, receivedover
279,r "Nake
one million, three hundred thousand.dollars in grants from drug manufacturers Sandoz, Upjohn, Fisons,Schering,Astra,Ciba-Geigy,IanssenGlaxo and Abbott."'Ihe reason this
3sl.s. c( York,
situation represented a conflict of interest was becausethe drugs researchedby these prosecution witnesses were of the kind that the treatment modalities of environmental
tu w.l. R follor,r
medicine render unnecessary.'l'hesetreatment modalities were what I was defending. 22CNmJ editorial, Sept. 18, 2001
37The G
23J.THOMPSON et al, The Oliuieri Report,Canadian Association of University'feachers, 2001
Abschl Luebe
2aOn the Internet, you will find more than 400 referencesand informational items about the efforts of Dr. Shiv Chopra and his colleaguesat Health Canada to inform the public
Germr
about the dangers posed to our food supply by carcinogensand endocrine disrupters. Search "Shiv-Chopra." under
38Canaa 1 6 6 ,r (lune
2sA.DAVIS,Let'sCet Well,Signet,New York, 1972 26R. IrlRSIlElN, Reversing Asthma,Warner Books, New York, 1998.
3eSeehi
27M. WAI,KBR,et al. The ChelationAnswer,SecondOpinion Publishing Atlanta, Georgia,
Minis
1994. As chelation is an excellenttherapy also for diabetic neuropathy,heart and cardio-
Stakes
vasculardisease,good sourcesof information are the AUfERNAIIVL MEDICINIl GUIDE by the llurton Coldberg Croup, l;uture volume Heart Disease,Stroke& Iligh Blood Pressure Medicine Publishing, 1998 and cardiothoracicsurgeon M. OZ's Healingfrom the Heart, Plume llooks,New York, 1998.
l , i: t
t
E
Jo,..
D r .J . K r o p
z7
.& .lD,' ::H::
.,|*,'
2tiAUI'L,RN,{flVllMEDICINE CUIDll, Women'sHealth Seriesvol. 1, Ilurton Goldberg Group, lruture Medicine Publishing, New York, 1998. W.G. CROOK, M.D., The YeastConnection Handbook,ProfessionalBooks Inc., Iackson,'lbnnessee,1998
s,
2eAlternative Medicine Guide, Arthritis, Burton Goldberg Group, Alternative Medicine llooks, 1999. J.tl. tRWIN, M.D., ArthritisBe Gone!,KeatsPublishing, New Canaan, Ct., 1997. S.A.
1
te aL
ROGIIRS, M.D., Pain Freein Six Weehs,SandkeyeCo. Sarasota,FL., 2001 r0'l'he Klenner Protocol (after Dr. IlR. Klenner) for Multiple Sclerosisand Myasthenia gravis was originally published in the lournal of Applied Nutrition in 1973 and is available through 'fhe'lbwensend Letter for Doctors and Patients at 360-385-6021 or http:/iwww.tldp.com
c8y'
3t U. RIllSS, M.D., Natural Hormone Balance t'or Women,Pocket Books New York, 2001. D.L. BERKSON, Hormone Deception,Contemporary Books, New York, 2000 32'l-heresearch papers and treatment information by Dr. N. GONZALES can be downloaded 'l-he currently ongoing research at the from his web site at www.dr-gonzalez.com. National Institutes of health into the. Gonzales treatment can be downloaded for free fionr the web site of the US National Cancer Institute at www.cancer.gov 33M. PIIL"I,I. GLEN, D.F. HORROBIN, PhospholipidSpectntmDisorderin Psychiatry,Marius
nary vere
Press,UK, 199:, contains the medical scientific research for the specialist. For the general
;ard
Nutrition, Keats,New Canaan, CT., 1996
nies )ver \2,
is
reader are recommended; A. HOITFER,M.D., Putting It All Together:The New Orthomolecular ra;. LAZAROU, B.H. POMERANZ, P.N. COREY "lncidence of Adverse Drug Reactions in I{ospitalized Patients,"Journal of the American Medical Association,April 15, 1998, vol. 279, no.15. For an overview on specific dangerous drugs see CBC ldeas, transcript of "Naked in the Pharmaceutical Marketplace," 2001, www.radio.cbc.ca/programs/ideas/ 3sJ.S.COHEN, M.D., Overdose:The Case Againstthe Drug Companies,'lhrcher-Putnam, New York, 2001 36W.l. RAE,et al. "Recurrentenvironmentally triggered thrombophlebitis: a five-year followup." Annals of Allergy47:338-44, l99l
t001
37'l'heGerman Government's report on the Bredstedtenvironmental medicine clinic is entitled Abschlussbericht: Ambulanz Bredstedt,published by the University of Umweltmedizinische
lt ic :arc}t
Luebeck,availablethrough Institut fur Sozialmedizin, Beckergrube43-47, 23552l,uebeck, Germany 38Canadian Medical Association loumal serieson environmental medicine is published in vol 1 6 6 ,n o . 8 ( A p r i l 1 6 , 2 0 0 2 ) , n o . 9 ( A p r i l 3 0 ) , n o . l 0 ( M a y 1 4 ) , n o . 1 1 ( M a y 2 8 ) , n o . l 2 ( l u n e 1 1 ) ,n o . 1 3 ( l u n e 2 5 ) 3eSee historical overview regarding the impact of the 1985 Thomson Report to the Ontaricr Ministry of Ilealth in N. ASI{FORD & C. MILLIIR, Chemical Exposure:Low Levelsand High
iorE ure
Stakes,second edition, Van Nostrand Reinhold, 1998
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P r i n c i p l eosf Environmental Medicine
anyillness,we must look at the environmentalaspectsof health Tounderstand and disease.Centuriesago, the Greekphilosopher and physician, Aristotle, "to understandthe man one has to understand the environment he taught, livesin." His disciplq Hippocrates,carriedon this philosophy in his teaching and his work. In his book, Air, Water and Places,he developed the practicalapplication of this concept,looking at how air, water, soil and food have an effect on health and diseaseof human beings.Environmentalmedicine combinesthosebasicprinciples,with modem diagnostictechniquesto treat many immune related diseases. In today'sworld, many illnessesarethe result of reactions to substancesfound in the places where we live, work, and go to school. Many chronic illnesses,such as autoimmune disorders,including lupus erythematosus, iuvenile onsetdiabetesmellitus, rheumatoid arthritis, and multiple sclerosis, can be triggeredby environmental factors,particularly toxic chemicals. Patientswith environmental illnessusuallypresentwith multisystemicdisorders,
MANYCHRONIC t L L N E S S E SS . U C HA S ' . ' ' AUTOTMMUNEDrSqRDERS, TNCLUDING LUPUS ;
ERYTHEMAroslls,
JUVENILEONSET . : . : : : DtAts,ETEs MELLrr,Us, RHEUMATO!D ARTHRrTr5, SCLEROSIS, AND MULTIPLE CAN.EETRIGG.ERED BY ENV!RONfilEl.lTAL FACTOR$,PARTICULARLY TOXICCHEMICALS.
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including the central nervous system, which is particularly sensitive to toxins. The symptoms can usually be traced to specific causative factors
the batt
found in surrounding environmental exposures,diet or drugs. Our body is built from elementsof the external environment, arranged
by anal
accordingto the geneticcoding of the Deoxyribonucleicacid (DNA), which we received from our parents. These elements are supplied through the
but hig
foods we eat. It is important to realizethat during our cultural evolution we have continually contaminated the environment, and at the same time "iunk foods'" With the introduced an overabundanceof non-nutritious introduction of toxins and extensiveagricultural techniques,the soil, the
andfur
baseof the food chain, has becomedeficient in many basicnutrients (i.e., magnesium, zinc, vitamins, etc.). As a result, foods produced contain too many toxic substancesand are deficient in some nutrients. Poor auailability
brains <
of oppropriate nutrientsfor the human body has a negatiueffict not only on its structure but alsoon i* function. There are two important aspectsin this area: genetic makeup of generationsto come and poor functioning of the central nervous system. Genetic information contained in the DNA is basicallyidentical today to the information contained thousands of years ago. This information dictates how to build, as well as how to regenerateour bodies. Since the quality of our daily food intake has decreased,it is not comparable to the parameterscodedin the DNA. This meansthat the human organismbuilds and regeneratesitself from poor quality materials. By analogy, it could be compareiln buitding a home accorilingto sounil architectural plans, but using substnndnril materials. The enil result wilt be'a house that looks exoctly as planneil by the architect (DNA), but will be more uulnerobleto destruction. It would seemthat the contemporaryhuman body is in a parallel situation. .One of my mentors, Prof. Dr. Julian Aleksandrowiczof Krakow shared the following thoughts with me: A human being is only able to maintain his or her integriry identity and sovereigntyas long as the psychological processesare energeticallysupported by the correct supply of nutrients and oxygen.Intoxicatedbrain function becomessubclinicallyabnormal: When
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environment.
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Furthermore,neurobehavioraltoxicology provesthat toxins, even in a very
l, the
small dose, can changethe human brain, and more so, the very vulnerable
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brains of developing children. Thesetoxins can causedecreasedintellectuai
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functioning and even hallucination.
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DLI C I N E ? NE TA W H AITSE N V I R O N M EM
Enviro
Environmentalmedicine providesa real understandingof any diseaseprocess by taking into consideration an individual's geneticendowment, as well as
I
environmental stressors(immediate, local and global). Ironically it is very closely relatedto the original thoughts and teachingsof Hippocrates,which had mostly been forgotten until recently. EnvironmentalMedicine (EM), or Clinical Ecologyasit is also referredto, the effect of environis the medical discipline which studies and assesses mental factors upon individuals with particular emphasis on the effect of foods, chemicals,water, indoor and outdoor air quality, at home, work or
. Revie syste envir . Histo facto adiar
I
school. It considerseach patient as an exceptional individual exposedto a unique set of circumstancesand needing a custom-tailored therapy.
. Diagr pre-n
Once the causeof the health problem is discovered,the treatment is as direct as possible with minimal use of pharmaceutical drugs, effectively
dam i
I
avoiding any adverse side effects.Treatment consists of environmental controls, diet modification, nutritional supplements and immunotherapy
. Focu cherT
(injectable and/or sublingual), detoxification (I.V., sauna), modification of metabolic/hormonal imbal anceswith natural produAs/horrnones,chelation
exp0 psycl
for heavy metals, cardiovascular and degenerative disordersetc.
I
. Conc beca
The father of Environ-
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mental Medicine, Theron
SYMI
G . R a n d o l p h , o ri g i n a l l Y designed this Iogo. It e n c o m p a sse sth e i n te r-
' Avoir
relationshipbetweenAdaP-
diet;
tation, Allergy, Nutrition
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and Toxicology as it pertains to the practice and understandingof Environmental Medicine.
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Environmental
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A l l o p a t h iM c edicine
CCSS
ll as
very rich
each involving symptoms Reviews for andsearches system to illness. contributors environmental
Cto, ronrof
. Takes relating 0nlyto organhistory problems fordifferent oriented nephrol0gy, neurology, specialties, e.9.,
witha limited emphasis etc., andenvironmental cardiology, ofdietary History habits andminimal ondietary at inarriving areconsidered factors factors. to environmental attention a diagnosis.
kor toa
mustbepresent damage insubclinical, . End-organ canbemade Diagnosis pre-morbid andtreat. to diagnose end-0rgan statebefore
nt is
damage.
ively :ntal :rapy ln of rtion
p
intoaccount isholistic, taking Focus andphysical biological chemical, and habits, dietary exposures, psychological stress. islimited Concept ofspecialization factors can because environmental andproduce affect anyorgan simu ltaneously. symptoms
among them). 0r relati0n connecti0n
. Anatomically according demarcated i.e., view, Cartesian to theprevailing specialty devoted to oneorgan each particularly thedivision between only, psychiatry medicine. andinternal
and Avoidance ofenvironmental dietary use0f nutritional offenders,
I
. Focus and isonseparate bodyparts (asif there were n0 theirmalfunction
supplements, ication, detoxif desensitization andneutralization; preventative andcost-effective.
. Primarily pharmaceutical and drugs inside which mayresult surgery, (caused by iatrogenic and/or effects problems while intervention) medical process highrisk, continues; disease highcost.
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'fhere aresome subtledifferencesbetweenenvironmentaland allopathic medicine,particularlyin relationto history taking,the stageat which disease is diagnosed, focus of medical attention, specialization and therapies, as * describedby Ashford and Miller. (Seepreviouspage') * A s h f o r d , N i c h o l a sa n d M i l l e r , C l a u d i a , C h e m i c a l l l x p o s u r e s - L o w L e v e l s a n d H i g h S t a k e s , V a n N o s t r a n dR e i n h o l d , N ' Y . , 1 9 9 1
Ther ill healtt
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MEDICINE OFENVIRONMENTAL ANDPRACTICE PRINCIPLES A specificenvironmentallyoriented medical history (EOMH) is one of the most important factors in the recognition of environmentally triggered An EOMH relatesphysicalor psychologicalsignsand symptomsto diseases. a patient's environmental exposuresat home, work or school, different seasonsor effectson diet. For example: . If a patient developsa headachewhile in the basement,think about an excessof mold from a leaking or flooded basementor fumes from a faulty furnaceor storedchemicals. o Increasedsymptoms during a specifictime of year,influencedby seasons. Getting hyper after a school lunch or birthday party. Getting tired and sleepythirty minutes after a meal. "flu-like Experiencingmuscle pain, bruising, extremefatigueor symptoms" after exposureto pesticides. o Irritation of eyes,nose,breathingproblems after newly installed carpets,furniture, renovation,etc.
. Inorga
chlorin
sm0ke
r4nKn . Heat, c tion(fr
atomi(
f;rfffm
' Bacte fromt
gtr*r
. Anypr disrup relatic other realal On
It has to be rememberedthat any stressor,evena very local trauma, can affect the entire system,e.g.,iniury to any o.nebody part can lead to fibromyal-
singlecr
gia. This occursthrough the responseof the ground regulatingsubstance (GRS),the basis of which was introduced to us by the Austrian physiol-
logical
ogist, A. Pishinger,in Matrix and Matrix Regulation:Basisfor a HolisticTheory in Medicine,1991,Ild. I-1.I-Ieine.
compor insuran A detail
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There are four categoriesof environmentalfactorswhich may trigger
rthic
ill health (total body load):
ease s, as : r: 3h
plus phenol, toluene, xylene, benzene, suchasformaldehyde, substances Organic including compounds, Chlorinated fromgas,oilandcoal. derived many chemicals polychlorinated pentachl0r0phen0ls, pesticides, chloroform, organ0chl0rides,
NE
(PCB) herbicides suchas?, 4-Dandotherpesticides. andvari0us biphenols aluminum, asbestos, lead, cadmium, asmercury, such substances Inorganic
f the
drugs, tobacco copper, nickel, illegal dioxide, ozone, oxides, sulfur nitrous chlorine,
ered
andothers. medications smoke,
ns to :rent ut
. Heat, positive ions, radiaandnegative electromagnetic noise, cycles, cold, weather (radioactivity fromx-ray, radiation ionizing 0fthelightspectrum), tion(fullrange gas). radon foodirradiation, reactor accidents, explosions, atomic
om
. Bacteria, parasites, d la n d edru, sat n dp o l l e n s foods, anima viruses, fungi(molds), grasses andweeds. fromtrees, . Anyprolonged (alcoholism, psych0l0gical family sexual abuse, stress inthefamily poor prolonged member, etc.), 0ratwork(overwork, ofa family sickness disruption, jobloss, and inthefamily, lossdueto fireor bankruptcy etc.); a death relationships, These factors are bodyresponses. unfavourable events cantrigger otheremotional therapy. 0rneglected during realandcan'tbeoverlooked
affect nyaltance rsiol-
.heory
On the other hand, psychologicalstresscan not only be considereda or singlecauseof prolongedenvironmentalsickness,but can also aggravate compound existingenvironmentalstress.Additional or secondarypsychological stresscan also occur when family or medical staff, employers or insurancecompanies,negateor reiectcontributing environmental factors. A detailedEOMH will sort out the qpe of stressinvolved, as improvenlent
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will not occur unless both the stressand the causativeenvironmental factors
TYPES
are dealt with.
One of is low-lt fering p
INO.IMMUNOLOGY DOCR PSYC HO-NEURO.EN It is very artificial to divide diseasesinto psychosomaticand somatic con-
accumu "safeler
ditions. It has to be rememberedthat anything that affectsthe body can also
reactior
affect the mind, and vice versa.After all, man-made chemicalsin minute
exposur
exposuresdo affect the central nervous system function as well as other bodily systems.Furthermore body systemssuch asthe central nervoussystem,
The
immune endocrine system,etc.,communicate with each other through spe-
upon: o The
cial neuropeptides circulating in the blood. The diagram below represents
toxi
the interrelationship betweenthe environment and the body.
o The diff . The o The tim o The o Syn
Typeo oMa wal
int an(
.ch tox pai The interactions between immune systetntbody, mind, anil environment. S o u r c e :C u n n i n g h a m ,A l a s t a i r/ . . M i n d , B o d y a n d I m m u n e R e s p o n s e , P s y c h o n e u r o - i m m u n o l o g y , E d i t e d b y R o b e r tA d e r , A c a d e m i c P r e s s ,I n c . , 1 9 8 1.
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T Y P EO SFE X P O S U R E S One of the most important factors in today's chronic degenerativediseases is low-level exposureto chemicals,which causeschemical sensitivity in suf-
: conn also rinute other r/stem, h speesents
fering patients.Chemical sensitivityis defined as an adversereaction to low accumulativelevels of toxic chemicals,which are usually believed to be at "safelevels."Practicallyanything we eat,breatheor touch can triggeradverse reactionsin a sensitiveindividual. These reactions can occur as a result of exposureto both natural and man-made chemicals. The diversity of the manifestationsof reactionsto chemicalsdepends upon: o The pharmacologicalnature and the toxicity of the substance(more toxic, less toxic, neutral) o The tissue or organsof the body involved (different symptoms front different organs) o The age of the patient (newbom, youngest and oldest are most affected) o The susceptibility of the exposedindividual (state of nutrition at the time of exposure,geneticmakeuP) o The length of time of exposureand the amount of body stress . Synergismbetrareen different chemicalsor their metabolites.
couldinclude: Typeof exposure o Massive(acute):industrial accidents(e.g.,Bhopal, India, 1984), wartime exposure(nerve gas,Agent Orange defoliant herbicidesused in the Vietnam War during 1967 to 1968, mix of chemicals,vaccines and depleteduranium-Gulf War, 1991) o Chronic exposure:takes place when there is chronic accumulaticlnof toxins at work, home, or school (e.g.repeateduse of pesticides, painting, cleaningproducts,renovationsupplies) o Chronic use of antibiotics. i 1.
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C H A N G IF NA GC EOSFS E N S I T I V I T Y ( N OY , O UW O N '"TO U T G R OIW T )' ' Environmental sensitivitiesand allergieshave many faces.Manifestations,
. sleepi . chroni
signs and symptoms during the life of the affected individual change and intertwine. Parentsof a child suffering from allergiesand sensitivitiesare "outgrow" the problem. As a matter of fact, the often told that the child will child never does.I was once memorably told by my professorof pediatrics "outgrow our pants,but not the disease." that we
rfffiT . runny
breath c0nst.
The following are common symptoms in a sensitiveindividual through-
rushin
to adulthood: out the courseof his/her life from infancy through adolescence
CXCCSI
t i r e dr
CHILDREN chron
mrlrlfir|l . thebabyis excessively isvery, veryquiet in utero, hashiccups and/or active . theexpectant foods which hascravings forspecific sheindulges, mother, meanwhile, e.9., milk, sugar andwhich inturnsensitize thebabyinutero,
IIIHIIN c o l i c kbya b yf r, e q u e cn ht a n g e o sf f o r m u l a c 0 n s t asnttu f f i n easns d / or ru n n nV0 s e eczema r o c k i nagn db a n g i nt hgeh e a a d g a i n tsht ec r i b d i f f i c u l t iiensf a l l i nags l e eapn dv v a k i n ug p c h r o n ai cn dr e c u r r eenat ri n f e c t i o n s perspiration, excessive drooling
m
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,!:.i:;,:|!r!ata,:ajn:::!aaijaialrta;:tiatiti::Eittlaltalj1:j:at:t:ta.:;ai1::?4.i,t1fri.nt\::
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. runny andstuffiness nose . breathing pr0blems, bronchitis asthma, . c0nstant bedwetting, 0rconstipation, diarrhea tothebathroom rushing . excessive gas, badbreath belly aches, . tired0rexcessively problems learning active,
]j['r'flffififif
rt lges,
/-),,-,
useofantibiotics andrecurrent infections respiratory chronic
: and 1, the
. chronic irritability instability, emoti0nal tiredness, . d e p r e s ssi ouni c, i dt a e ln d e n c i e s . m u s cal ec h ehse, a d a c h e . bowel problems ' forgetf to concentrate inability ulness, . alcoholism ' obesity, nervosa anorexia
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ADULTS
PRINC
Some adults may presentwith any number of the following symptoms:
To under the four; bipolarit
Central Nervous System
System Gastrointestinal System Hematological
Genitourinary System
Musculoskeletal System
fa t i g u e tension c 0 nuf s i 0 n hallucinations hyperactivity s l e e dp i s o r d e r s
heartburn nausea
h i g ho r l o wp l a t e l e t s b r u i s i n g anemia leucopenia frequency i nef r t i l i t y i n a b i l ittoyv o i d infection of urinarytract urgency to urinate interstitial cystitis prostate problems j o i n tp a i n m u s cpl ea i n backaches s w o l l el inm b s muscle weakness
Respiratory System
ENTSystem
Skin
Cardiovascular System
headache loss memory depression dizziness numbness tremors bloating constipation/d iarrhea
Totallo Total loa taminan vidual. \ i
i:
allergics
t
is the str
!
m u s csl ep a s m s m u s ctlw eitching
frequent colds asthma bronchitis heavy chest shortness ofbreath s i g h i nr egs p i r a t i o n nasal stuffiness s i n u isn f e c t i o n s watery eyes fl u s h i n g eczema c o l de x t r e m i t i e s rapid h e a rbt e a t skipbeats
fill it to <
earaches e a ri n f e c t i o n s rashes hi v e s i r r e g u lhaer a rbt e a t hypertension/hypotension
I Radiatio I explosio I depleted radi; I EMF
(1I'*
lndoor P - dust,d - housel - perfun produr - gasstr
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P R I N C I P LOEFSE N V I R O N M E NMTEADLI C I N E ls:
To understandenvironmentalaspectsof health and diseasewe must look at the four principlesinvolvedin the process:total load, maskingphenomenon, bipolarity, and biological individuality.
T o t al o a d( t o t a lb o d Yb u r d e n ) Total load consistsof past and presentphysical,chemical,biological contaminants in food, air and water,aswell as the emotional stateof the individual. You can comparetotal body burden to a container-you can only fill it to capacity.Anything above capacitycausesspillover or, in other words, allergicsymptoms and ultimately sickness.Another imageto keep in mind is the straw that breaksthe camel'sback.
ract
Chemicals - pesticide spraying - aerosol chemicals - contact chemicals - foodchemicals
Foods nuclear Radiation, - allergic foods X-ray, explosions, - foodsmostoften uranium, depleted eatenor craved radiation EMF (antennas, computers) (
Pollution lndoor - dust,dustmites, molds - household chemicals - perfumed personal care products - gasstoves
Pollution 0utdoor - vehicle pollution exhaust, fromfactories - inhalants pollens dust,molds, - smog
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M a s k i nPg h e n o m e n(oand a p t a t i otno,l e r a n c ea,d d i c t i o n )
withdrar
The human body is brilliantly designedwith a complex and comprehensive
smoke c
mechanismsfor mainnetwork of psychoneuro-endocrino-immunological
reactionl
taining good health and equilibrium, which is homeostasis.Stressorsare
this poi
handled through the processof adaptation,which allows for compensatory
health o
physiologicalresponses(e.g.,detoxification) to the chronic stressof environ-
damage
m e n t a l c h a l l e n g e s.Il l n e ss o ccu rswhen the adaptivepr ocessbecomes
toxic effi
exhausted.
The
"mashing,"makes it difficult sometimes to seethe Adaptation, through
chemica
connection betweena particular exposureand symptoms. For example,you
ees exp(
renovateor move into a new home-fresh paint, refinished floors, new car-
other or
peting, etc.,or you sprayyour home with pesticides.Initially the odour of
toms or
outgassingchemicals is strong; you can hardly breathe upon entering the "fresheners" and house.After a while you get used to the smell or use air
symPtor
believe the problem is gone. However, you begin to increasingly have
endocrir
headaches,eye, nose and throat irritations, fatigue, muscle pains, etc. The "of unknown origin." toxic effectshavecontinued and led to illness
level ex1
exposur
sure, ar
Another exampleof this phenomenon is the use of tobacco,which we
(avoida
now know can lead to cardiovascularand lung disease,among others.That
prevent
first cigarettesmoked is rarely enfoyed and causesan unpleasant reaction
Son
(choking). With time, the smoker (or family member) developsa tolerance
sweets,
and becomesunawareof even the odour, but the potentially fatal effectsof
repeate(
smoking cigarettesor being exposedto second-handsmoke continue and
meal or
only show up some time later.
such as " not, a
It is generallyrecognizedthat the use of narcotics,nicotine and alcohol can createa stateof addiction. After an initial unpleasantreaction (cough, "pleasurable" throat and eye irritation) tolerancedevelopsand deceptively
effect ir
effectson the central nervous systemare experienced.With time, even more
wich w
of thesesubstancesare neededin order to maintain the same effect.If the
pastafc
addictivesubstanceis removed,severewithdrawal reactionscan take place
often cr
such as irritability, fatigue, moodiness, headache,etc. Severaldays after the
the caur
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withdrawal reaction, the individual remains hypersensitiveto secondary ensive
smoke or the smell of alcohol, with a recurrenceof the initial unpleasant
main-
reactions upon exposure but still a strong need to continue the habit. At
)rs are satory
this point, the individual can tough it out, kick the habit and regain "feel good" "relieved," while or health or he/shecan retum to the habit, and
viron-
damageto the heart,brain, lungs, liver and other organscontinues from the
:ome s
toxic effects. The same masking phenomenon can occur with low-level exposureto
ee the
chemical toxins. This has been documented in studies on factory employ-
e, you
ees exposed to solvents, nitroglycerin, welding fumes, cotton, grain and
w car-
other organic dusts. Workers unknowingly experiencedwithdrawal symp-
our of
toms on the weekend and often preferred to return to work, where these
:rg the
symptoms cleared upon re-exposureto the substances.However, years of
;" and 'have
exposureled to demonstrable pathological changesin the central nervous,
c. The
level exposuresover a long period of time can be as harmful as acute expo-
endocrine, cardiovascularand immune systems,resulting in disease.Lowsure, and only the time factor makes a difference. Early intervention
ch we
(avoidance, making the workplace safg detoxification treatment) can
i. That
prevent the development of chronic illness.
action
Somethingsimilar can happenwith foods consumedeveryday (breads,
:rance
sweets,coffee, milk, etc.). The individual learns to eat a particular food
3ctsof
repeatedlyat whateverinterval of time is required to feel satisfied.When the
re and
meal or snack of this food is postponed or missed,withdrawal symptoms
lcohol
such as fatigue,depression,irritability, headache,etc. occur. Consciouslyor not, a "fix" is needed.By eating the masking food regularly,a gratification
:ough,
effect is maintained. A typical pattern may include cereal with milk for
rable"
breaKast,coffeeand danish/muffin for a mid-morning break,cheesesand-
more
wich with milk or pop for lunch, afternoon coffee and snack bar breah
If the
pastafor dinner with a sweetdessert,milk and cookie at bedtime. Patients
place
often can't understandthat commonly eaten and well-liked foods can be
,erthe
the causeof their ill health,sincefood is consideredbeneficial,not harmful.
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It is not known how we becomeaddictedto foods (seepage 141). However,foods consist not only of protein, fats and carbohydrates,but also of natural chemicals(phenolic food compounds and even morphine). Daily indulgent consumption of a limited number of foods can cause not only nutritional deficiency, but also sensitization and allergy. This creates immune complexesthat can causeinflammation of targetorgans in susceptible individuals, leading to various symptoms. For example,wheat products can be a factor in irritable bowel syndrome for one person, migraines in another, arthritis in a third , eczemain a fourth, etc. Foods can also cause psychologicalsymptoms in the geneticallysusceptibleindividual. physicians,poorly trained in understanding adaptation mechanisms,or not trained at all, do not connectcausewith effect.For example,a patient comesi.ncomplainingof initable bowel syndrome,arthritic pains or migraine, etc. If the doctor doesn't know that foods can causethese syrnptoms, the complaints will only receivea label and medication offering symptomatic relief,while the diseaseprocesscontinuesunintemrpted. In another instance, a patient for some reasonhas been unable to havethat favourite food for a couple of days (due to an illness,an operation,a trip, a diet). Withdrawal reactions set in and the individual feels sick but doesn't know why. The Patient then goes to the doctor, who wouldn't make the connection to the food becauseshe doesn't know what questionsto ask and because
in any fc five to sr or three ing to th the bod' symptor offendir substan< and effe Whe pounde, mechan under tl causedt then ful sight, y, somese not onl leadsto being.I to the ' could ir
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the food wasn't ingestedrecently.In the caseof a diet, the individual may happily return to eating that favouritefood convincedthat eating it makes him feel better.The addiction continues and, as any addiction, can carry with it ill consequences. A simple way to unmask sensitivitiesis to avoid an offending substance
\
Howlso of Daily t only teates Isceprducts res in cause rls/ or atient gaine, rs, the 'matic tance, ; been : food to an diet). r and < bu t
in any form and relatedfood family rnembers(e.g.,all grains,all dairy) for five to sevendays.Withdrawal reactionswill take placewithin the first two or three days,after which there is total freedom from any symptoms relating to the offending substance.Upon re-exposureto the suspectsubstance, the body will give clear-cut, reproducible reactions.The disappearanceof symptoms during a longer period of time, when there is no contact with an offending substance,and a rapid recurrenceafter re-exposureto the same substanceis the basisfor challenge or provocative tests,which prove cause and effect. When exposuresto toxic or allergic substancescontinue and are compounded by the other environmental factors listed earlier, the adaptive mechanismsbecome exhausted.While your body is brilliantly designedto, under the right circumstances,detoxifii and/or fight disease,overload can causedamageto the detox and immune systemsand the diseaseprocesscan then fully develop.The encouraging news is that, with education and foresight, you can practice preventative medicine. This does, however, require some self-disciplineand a senseof responsibility; moreover the benefitsare not only improved health, but also regaining control over it. This in tum leadsto higher self-esteemand subsequentphysicaland psychologicalwellbeing. It's all connected.Taking it a step further and introducing this concept to the whole family may also benefit other members.Children's health could improve,along with their listeningand learningskills.
atient w ho ion to know :cause
BY I P H A SPI C B I P O L A R I( T ON FR E A C T I O N ) ATTER Dr. Theron Randolph,* the father of Clinical Ecology,observingthousands of patients in environmental units reactingto different substances(foods,
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inhalants,chemicals),noted that at the beginning of a reaction,the patient
doesnc
showed stimulatory symptoms which could last varying lengths of time
reactior
(period of development of adaptation to the substance).After the stimula-
ficulties
tory phase,the patient showed signs of depression(withdrawal reaction as
bronch
a loss of adaptation or maladaptation response).The graph below shows that phenomenon.
Therefo levels-l
*Randolph,Theron.EnvironmentalMedicine-Beginningsand Biographiesof Clinical Ecology.CitizenPrinting,Fort Collins,Colorado,1987.
the ten< -4 and festatio
c0ntact withreactive substance
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stimulatory symptoms
The cor Dr. The
clear
Reaofl
alternating stimulatory
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with n<
withdrawal symptoms
withdrawal symptoms
ventilat over th properl and apl toms o Unit (E
(From O'Banion,D.R., Ecological and NutritionalTreatment of Health Disorders,7987, p. 68. CharlesC. Thomas,Publisher,Springfield,Illinois)
Often the frequenry of the stimulatory and depressivephasedependson the amount of contactwith the substance. The amplitude of thesereactions dependson the characteristicsof the substanceand the individual reactivity of the patient. Many levelsof these reactionsare characteristicof CNS manifestations such as excitability,nervousness, confusion and depression.Levels+1 and +2 are reactionscharacteristic of the adaptiveresponseand the patient usually
Ver or regu tions (r allerger ously (r determ Inr noise," param( enters
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doesnot seekhelp from a doctor.The beginning of depressive(withdrawal) reactionsat levels-1 and -2 givessystemicsymptoms such as tiredness,dif-
rmula-
ficulties in concentrating, headache etc. and/or local reactions, including
.ion as
bronchitis, asthma or diarrhea,which prompt the patient to seea doctor.
shows
Therefore,aft.erstimulatory phase +2, the depressivephase may develop at levels-2 or -3, which is the withdrawal reaction. It is interesting to note that
ratient
the tendencytoward psychiatrictlpes of reaction manifest at levels +4 and -4 and are at the peaks of the sinusoid curve,while classicalallergy manifestationsare at levels-1 and -2 (SeeTable on page48.).
NLT RU ON LITS E N V I R O N M EC NO TA The concept of Environmental Control Units (ECU) was first developed by Dr. Theron Randloph and brought to a state of the art level by Dr. William Reaof Dallas,Texas.It is a segregatedinpatient ward, constructedespecially with no outgassingmaterials (ceramics,steel, porcelain on steel), special ventilation, air filtration and positive air pressureto ensure 100o/ocontrol over the indoor air quality. An ECU is the ideal place for a patient to be properly diagnosed,the appropriate causeof symptoms to be established and appropriatetherapy instituted. The graph on page 49 depicts symptoms of an individual before and after entering an Environmental Control Unit (ECU). 1981,
Very subtle reactions can be difficult to observein a patient's home or regular hospital becausethere are many factorscontributing to the reac-
rds on ctions ctivity ations rnd +2 sually
tions (natural gas,perfumes,tobacco smoke, paints, solvents,foods, coffee, allergenssuch as molds, trees,etc.),which can affectthe patient simultaneously (time period A). Differentiation of causeand effect can be difficult to determine. In order to exclude interfering environmental factors or "background noise," it is important to place a patient in an ECU, where the number of parametersinfluencing a patient is minimal. In time period B, a patient enters the unit and starts to fast, consuming only well tolerated spring
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water. ' (headac four to r
, te m ent, IAg i ta ti oenxci Specifically MA N (a i tho rw i th o ut b l a cko uwts, adapted stimulatory convulsions) (hyperresponsiveHYP0MANIA levels panic reactions, anxiety, ness, me n tal al p se s) (restlesslegs, HYPERACTIVITY vercef , ul i n so mnai ag,g re ssifo b e h a vi o u r) (active, selfSTIMULATI0N withsuppressed centered
( bOth ADDICTION DRUG andsynthetic) natur al
In ti The effe A CdUSe t
(addictive ALCOH0LISM drnki i ng) ++
O}IA1{EVEil BEHAVIOUR KEEL,ASIN HOMEOSTASIS ECOLOGIC PHYSICAL Specifically LOCALIZED i nNi tis, T I0 S maladapted MA N IF E S T A(rh d e, rmatitis, a s, sth ma withdrawal b ro n ch i ti g a stro i n te stigneanli,tour inar y levels svndromes) ECOLOGIC PHYSICAL SYSTEMIC (fa ti gNue, MA N IF E S T A T I0 S mya , ralgia, h e a d a ch e , l g iaarth ta,ch ycar dia, a rth ri ties,d e ma a rrh yth mi a ) BRAIN IFFECTS-MODIRATELY SYNDROMES CERIBRAL ADVANCED (mo och d a n g ei rri s, ta b ilitY, i mp a i rethdi n ki nre g ,a ding & me mo ry) a b i l i ty DEPRISSION-ADVANCID CEREBRAL &BEHAVIOURAL (confabulation, SYNDR0MES obsessions, hallucinosis, amnesia) &temporary delusions
(addictive eating) 0BESITY
(thE COMPLAINTS ABSENT wayto feel) desired
ONAN BEHAVIOUR KEEL EVE}I OFTASTE SENSES IMPAIRED L ,T N I E R T ' S A N DS M E LM SYNDROMI
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VASCULITIS, VESSEL SMALL COLLAGEN HYPERTENSION,
provide
DISEASES
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COMA, STUPOR, DEMTNTIA, CATATONIA, RESIDUAL AMNESIA
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water. There is cessation of previous exposures,withdrawal effects (headache,nausea, etc.), and symptoms continue for some time usually four to sevendays,until patients feel 100o/onormal, the baseline. ln time period C, singlechallengesto suspectincitants are administered. and measuredindividually and The effectof each substancecan be assessed a causeand ffia
relationshipcan be established.
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Challenges Begin
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ln an Environmental Control Unit, specializedtests can be performed in specially constructedbooths, where the concentration of any chemical can be preciselymeasuredand the effectof that chemical on the patient can
lTts,
by carefully monitoring signs and symptoms. be obiectively assessed It is mandatory that any physician practicing Environmental Medicine
JEN
provides a very clean, scent-freeoffice, especiallythe testing area,to assure accuratetest results.
ID
The effects of chemicals, foods or inhalants on a patient's health should be examined and considered before excluding in favour of a diagnosis of a mental or psychological disorder, as is often the case.
tA,
B I O C H E M IICNADLI V I D U A L I T Y This final principle is key to the understandingof environmental medicine. No two individuals are exactlyalike; biological individuality is the basis for our individual susceptibility.We have individual needs of amounts of vitamins, minerals, enzymes,protein, fat, and carbohydratesfor appropriate
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function of our organs and particularly our CNS and immune system,so that we are able to respond to environmental factorsthat we are challenged
rilirflE Ind ustrir
with on a daily basis.There are three conditions upon which our biological individuality depends: o Genetic makeup of the fetus (result of the parents'genes) o Health of the mother, toxic burden during pregnancy,nutritional
Tight-Bu
0ccupan
statusof the mother (past e)(posures,Q.8.,workplace) o Individual's toxic body burden in relationship to his/her nutritional statusduring chemical exPosure. The combined outcome of thesethree factorscan createa situation in which the individual has fewer detoxi$ring enzymes,which are neededto rid the
Contami Commun
body of toxins. If the body is unable to detoxi$r fast enough' a situation is set up which can aliow a serious diseaseto develop.There ate over 2000 so-calledinborn errors of metabolism (geneticmetabolic defects),and the "time bomb" only awaiting the opportune number is growing. They are a
Individu
moment when environmental triggerselicit their expression. In summary the development of an environmental sensitivity looks something like this:
INDUCERS Infectious aqents: bacteria Viruses, Yeasts, molds Pollens agents: Chemical solvents Pesticides, Foods, drugs Toxic metals Antibiotics
SUSCEPTIBLE INDIVIDUAL
HYPERSENSITIVE INDIVIDUAL
','Y
According to recent researchof Ashford and Miller, there have emerged four major groups of people sufferingfrom chemicalsensitivities:
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lndustrial WorkersAcute andchronic P r i m a r im l ya l e b s ;l u ec o l l a r ; exposure to industrial 20to 65years old chemicals Tight-Building from 0ff-gassing Females morethanmales; materials. white-collar 0ccupants construction workers office and professionals; equipment office or 20to 65years supplies; tobacco smoke; o l ds; c h o o l c h i l d r e n inadequate ventilation Contaminated Toxic waste sites, aerial Allages, male andfemale; Communities pesticide spraying, maybe children orinfants ground pregnant watercontamina- affected firstor most; tion, aircontamination by women withpossible effects on nearby industryandother fetuses, middle to lower class community exposures I n d i v i dl u sa Heterogeneous; indoor air 70-80% females; 50%30to 50 (domestic), years consumer old(Johnson andRea, products, drugs, and 1989); white, middle to upper pesticides middle class andprofessionals Ashford,Nicholasand Miller, Claudio, Chemical Exposures-Low Levelsand High Stakes,Van NostrandReinhold,N.Y., 1991)
M u l t i p lC e h e m i cS a le n s i t i v i t(yM C S ) The following are consensuscriteria for the diagnosisof MCS, which were formulated by researchers and clinicianswith experiencein the study, evaluation, diagnosisand/or careof adults and children with chemical sensitivity disorders: L. "The sryptnms are reproduciblewith (repeatedchemical) exposure." 2. "The condition is chronic." 3. "Law leuelsof exposure(lower than preuiouslyor commonlytolerated) result in manifestationsof the s'yndrome."
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4. "The symptomsimproueor resoluewhen the incitants are remoued." "Responses occur to multiple chemicallyunrelatedsubstances." 5. 6. (Addedin 7999): Symptomsinuoluemultiple or84n systems.
Full. in the tr seizures wood. I
The only other explicit consensusto have been published on MCS was a lg94 statement of the American Lung Association,the American Medical
should l
Association, the US Environmental Protection Agency, and the US Con"complaints (of MCS) sumer Product Safety Commission, to state that should not be dismissed as psychogenic, and a thorough workup is
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sure. St, to worl. relaxed
essential."It is recommendedthat MCS be diagnosedwhenever all six of the consensuscriteria are met, alongwith any other disordersthat may alSo
cisein a
be present, such as asthma, allergy, migraine, chronic fatigue syndrome
Ap,
of inves
(CFS),and fibromyalgia (FM).
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in such
T h eI n i Remember the case history of each person is very individual. While the causes of reactions and symptoms will differ, it is the total body load ' that must be brought under control, and awarenessand knowledge is the first step towards making a positive change. The aim of this handbook is to provide you with information about the elements that can affect an individual's health, and to offer management techniques.
o Cor env. reac sch< phy o Blor pulr the o Test
MEDICO A LF F I C E
o Cot
The ideal medical office will try to achievethe best air quality using chemi-
offi,
cal and particulate filtration systemswith appropriate air exchange,humid-
env
ity levelsand positive air pressure.The floors will be ceramic or hardwood
o Foll
with a non-toxic finish. If cost precludesceramic or porcelain steel walls, plasterwalls are preferableto drywall and painted with low outgassingpaint.
Dr.J. Krop
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Full-spectrumincandescentlighting is preferableto fluorescent,certainly in the testing areas,as fluorescentlighting can causereactions,particularly seizures,in some patients.Furniture should be metal or alreadyoutgassed wood. Administrative areasshould be separatefrom testing and lab areas 'as a
should be vented. All supplies should be stored away from patient expo-
lical
sure. Staff should not be using any scentedproducts.
lon-
rcs)
These arrangementsmake everyonehappier and healthier and able
rp is
to work and concentrate better. Patients generally feel better right away, relaxedand confident. Any testing to be carried out is easierand more pre-
ix of
cisein a clean environment. Patientsare provided with a model of the value
also 'ome
of investing in proper air ventilation and filtration. A patient who is suffering from outdoor allergy or chemical exposure q/mptoms should be able to feel relief from such symptoms iust by sitting in such an office for half an hour.
T h eI n i t i a l n v e s t i g a t i oPne r i o d : e the
o Consultation with the doctor, including detailed past, present,and
load
environmental medical history systemreview,past surgeries,adverse
ge is
reactionsto medication and/or supplements,occupational and/or school history dietary analysis,including patterns of eating and
rt the ment
physical examination; o Blood and urine analysis,sputum, mouth, throat, and vaginal swabs, pulmonary function tests,etc. as deemednecessaryby the doctor for the individual patient; o Testingfor food, inhalant, and/or chemical sensitivities; o Counseling(individual or group with trained staff member) involving
remi-
office orientation, four-day rotation diet, addressingwater and
rmid-
environmental control techniques;
wood walls, paint.
o Follow-up visit with the doctor.
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Testing: Laboratory Most laboratories, and particularly those in Canada, are not able to offer precisetests measuringbiochemical, nutritional and immunological status of the patient. Most laboratoriesuse outdated methods and tests,which are not able to detectand measuresubtle biochemical changes.This unfortunate
After th o Add r Rete (6v tion
situation leads doctors, insurancecompanies and the Workers' Compensa"abnormal" is found but tion Board to label the patient, in whom nothing "p.ywho neverthelessreportsmulti-systemiccomplaints, as sufferingfrom chosomatic" illness. This is an unfair label for many genuinely sick indi-
if yc
viduals, particularly since there is no test to prove psychosomaticdisease, but this diagnosis often seemsto be easierthan finding the causeof illness
Det
alte if y, Add Reft
in our sociopolitical environment. There are laboratoriesavailable in the United Statesthat perform more sophisticatedtests,but they are often dismissedby some criticswhose vested "entrepreneurial"and "non-scientific."Despite interestslie elsewhereaSbeing the critics,there are some very reliable laboratoriesthat can assessthe nutri-
Enviro While r out of r
perfrrm
tional status of the patient. These laboratories are licensed at both the federaland state levels,and the test resultsare acceptedby the United States
office.
medical insurancecompanies.
are sm
family causea
Someof the specializedtestsperformedinclude: o Measurementof intracellular minerals and levels of vitamins, amino acidsand lipids . Assessmentof oxidative damageto the cell o Assessmentof detoxifring ability o Measurementof toxic levels of chemicalsin blood or fat tissue such as solvents,chlorinatedpesticides,herbicides,PCBs,etc. o Assessmentof immune stafus,measurementof immune functions, specificantibodies(formaldehyde,plastics),auto antibodies(CNS, peripheral nervoussystem),etc. o Neuropsychologicaltesting.
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offer
After the initial period, you may require: . Additional visits with the doctor
tatus
Retestingof the allergy treatment extract-seasonally, for iniectable
h are
(6 weeksprior to the beginning of an antigenseason);upon comple-
lnate
tion of your first bottle of sublingual, and then whenever necessary;
:nsa-
if you have recently experienceda viral infection, it may sometimes
I but "psy-
alter your body's responseand you may require a different extracqor
indi-
Additional counseling (at your request)
iease,
Detoxifi cation, I.V. therapy, immune stimulation
Iness
Referralto other physicians.
more
Environmental 0fficePolicies
ested
While each individual office will set its own policies, generally speaking
:spite
out of care and concem for patients and staff individuals with tobacco or
rutri-
perfirme odours or otherwise scentedclothing will be asked to leave the
h the
office. Some physicians do not accept patients who smoke or whose
itates
family members smoke, and require that the patient and family members
if you suspectyour treatment is not working (symptoms have retumed).
are smoke-free for three months. Tobacco smoke and secondarv smoke causeand compound many health problems. Policiesregardingtestingand procedures,serumordering and re-ordering other seryices,payment, etc.,will be at the discretion of the individual office.
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2. Ser
T Y P EO S FT E S T I N G Variousforms of testingfor allergiesor sensitivitiesare usedbasedon individual needs.Most commonly used are SerialDilution Endpoint Titration (SDEIrI) and Provocation/Neutralization.Thesetestswere pioneeredby Drs.
pre
Carleton Lee,Herbert Rinkel and foseph Miller. It was found that introducingvarious dilutions of antigensintradermallynot only produceda whealing
Ad
responseon the skin, but also generalsignsand symptoms.Sublingual testing was pioneered by Dr. LawrenceDickey.All these methods can be used
by,
to test for food, inhalant and chemical allergiesor sensitivities. 1. Provocative/Neutralization (n/N): The patient is systematicallyexposed
pro me ma this anc me:
to a seriesof dilutions of a suspectantigen extract.When symptoms appear (are provoked), a neutralizing dose is found and used in
pre
treatment.Dilutions of an antigencan be administered:
pre,
the skin.
Prir
a) Intradermally-into
Using a syringe a preciseamount of measuredantigen is injected into the skin producing a 4mm wheal. During the ten minutes aft.er
onl
the injection, signs and symptoms are recorded.After ten minutes, the pulse is recorded and the size of the wheal is measured.The
thrr
first strongestnegativewheal, with no symptom, is often the neutralizing dilution and is used for treatment (Miller technique). b) Sublingualty-under the tongue. Using a dropper or syringe,a precisequantity of measuredantigen
ant thir not is tl imr
extract is dropped under the tongue, held for thirty seconds,then swallowed. Pulse,signs and s;rmptomsare measuredand recorded
nor
every five minutes. The dilution after which no signsor symptoms
sanr,
are recorded is the dilution used for therapy. Provocativetesting often uncoversthe causeof chronic symptoms in a
Rac
very convincingway to the patient and is an educationalexperience for patients observingthe reactions.Some patientscan hardly believe
inh
that even minute amounts of their favourite foods or fragrancescan createthe symptomsthat are part of their chronic health problems.
dial Ele, bio ber
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Serial Dilution End-Point Titration (SDEPT):Using a syringe,a ndi-
precisequantity of the suspectantigen is injected into the skin,
.tion
producing a 4mm wheal. After ten minutes, the growth of the wheal is
Drs.
measured.Testingcontinues until two positive wheals are produced.
duc-
A delayedreaction may occur; thereforg all patients treated in this
rling
manner must inform the office the next day to have their arm checked
test-
by a technician. Sincewheal growth is the only determining factor for
used
this technique,severalantigenscan be tested at the same time. SDEItt testing is time-consuming but precise,and discoversthe safe
osed
and oract dose that is used for desensitizationtreatment. It is funda-
1S
mentally different from the standard allergy prick testing and serum preparation used by most so-calledtraditional allergists.It is not only preciseand reliable, but also very safewith no reports of any fatalities. Prick Test This test is primarily used by conventional allergistsand is
:d
only useful as a basic test for inhalant allergr. A drop of undiluted
after
antigen is placed on the patient's forearm or back. A prick of the skin
ttes,
through the drop is performed using a needle.Skin responseis read
e
thirty minutes after the prick.
:U-
The prick test is really only a guide to existing sensitivities,but is not able to define a safe point at which to start immunotherapy. This is the reasonfor which sometimes-fatalreactionscan develop during
rgen r€Il
immunotherapy based on use of the prick test. For all three tests,PiN, Snfpf and Prich, a negativecontrol with
ded
normal saline and a positiuecontrol with histamineare performedat the
lms
same time. 4. Radio-Allergo-Sorbent (RAST)Test This is a blood test and has gor-rd
iina
diagnosticvalues,specifically for IgE-mediatedallergies(primarily
rce
inhalants).
.ieve
Electrodermal Testing (EDT): This testing technique is basedupon
an
bioenergeticregulatorytheory.Various electrodermalequipment (an
ts.
be used,including Dermatron accordingto Voll, Listen,Best,Entero,
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Vega,Biomeridian MSA-21,etc.Newer models are computerized.Practitioners use them to assessstressconditions of tissuesor organsto a
and i n
variety of substancesand assesspatients for sensitivities,intolerances, etc. All measuregalvanic skin responseby employing a minute electri-
ever,sc
cal current conducted through a probe to responsiveacupuncture has a unique vibrational characteristic points. Everysubstanceassessed
detoxil
or electromagneticwave,which is conducted by a weak electrical signal through the device,affectingthe autonomic nervous systemof
is a ner
the individual to increaseor decreasesweatproduction. These changes causean increaseor decreasein skin resistance,which is recorded by
good h
the galvanometer.In the caseof environmental medicine screening, neutralizing dosescan be quickly and easily determined and then
family.
confirmed sublingually. The method is time-efficient, accurate,and exposesthe patient to lessStressthan, for example,invasiveneedle
provid,
testing. It is particularly useful for highly sensitivepatients and for
Educa
children. None of thesetestsprovide a medical diagnosis.They are used for screeningand for gathering information. www.healthy.net/ aaabem/EAV/earexplained. htm
symptc until a longer. Wh patien Thr
o hor o sol . en\ . foc o org t saf,
TREATMENTS
o det
There is no easysolution to improvement of the patient's allergies and/or sensitivities;nevertheless,better managementis the key to enhancementof
' unt
health. The principles of EnvironmentalMedicine can be applied to the
D i e ta
treatment of many chronic, degenerativediseaseswith resultant improve-
o Fot
ment of overall well-being. It empowersthe patient and provides the nec-
oem
essarytools to improve and maintain optimal health.
. cot
In the practice of Environmental Medicine, in the absenceof any acute problems,which requireimmediateintervention,the emphasisis placedon
. enl . us€
education, diet, nutrition, detoxification, oral or I.V. chelation for heavy
o elir
metals or cardiovascularand degenerativediseases,exercise/relaxation
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a n d i mmu n o th e ra p y. P reventionis pr efer ableto pr escr ibingcountles s symptom-suppressing and side-effect-causing pharmaceuticaldrugs. However,some pharmaceuticaldrugsareused in acutecasesor chronic situations until appropriate recoverycan take place with an effectivenutritional and detoxification prescription. In the caseof Stealth Infections (seepage 292), longer-termuse of antibioticswith appropriateprobiotic supplementation is a necessity.
of nges
by t t
What the patient must realizeis that there is no magic pill. Maintaining good health and preventionof diseaseentailseffort and self-discipline.The patient must take responsibilityfor his/her own health and that of their family. Family support in patient efforts is also crucial. The following is a short description of treatment areas.More details are provided in the ManagementSectionbeginning on page 1g1 of this guide.
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Education for
o how environmental factorscan affect the individual sourcesof inhalants and chemicalsat home, work and/or schclol environmentalcontrol at home (creatinga safeand healthy home) food as a causeof symptoms or adversereactions o organic versusinorganic food . safewater supply o detoxification
rd/or
o understandingallergy,anaphylaxisand sensitivities
:nt of o the ,rove: nec-
D i e ta n dN u t r i t i o n o Four-DayRotation Diet . emphasison organic foods
heavy
. correctionof nutritional deficiencies o enhancementof detoxificationand immune system ' use of tolerablevitamin and mineral supplements,oral and I.V "junk r elimination of food"
ation
. use of safewater for drinking and cooking
acute ed on
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. psychological support if necessary
HowDo Specific
IMMUNOTHERAPY
ment ex dles, the
Therapy Antigen
whereas
Allerry treatment extracts are an infectable or sublingual dilution of the antigen which testing has shown to be the most effective for control of
lingualh
symptoms for the individual. For each antigen that aggravatesan individual, there is a dilution of the same antigen that will improve tolerance
family <
and neutraltze symPtoms'
a readju
Anti the staf{ instructi
WhatAreTheyFor? To improve an individual's toleranceto items that are difficult to avoid, and to desensitizethe individual.
for retes If yc once p€ weekly t
tt{hatElseDoTheyContain?
yourselt
Antigens can be diluted in water, glycerin, or a phenolated saline solution. Phenol-free antigens are also available to accommodate the needs of
your dr
patients who are sensitiveto this substance.
(sDErrf
these p unlike r
Typesof AntigenTheraPY I.
Iniectable: foods, chemicalsand inhalants
and blir Witl
a) basedon SDEPT,P/N methods
year,on
b) Enz'rrmePotentiated Desensitization(EPD) (seepage 267)a highly dilured mixture of antigens(foods, inhalantsand chemicals)
a year o
mixed with beta glucuronidaseenz\r/rneto enhancethe desensitization
needle,
process
nutritio
follow I
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II. Sublingual: foods, chemicalsand inhalants a) For individual or mixed subsrances b) for phenolic food compounds (naturally occurringchemicalsin the plant kingdom)
HowDoI TakeThem? Specific written instructions will be given to the patient when their treatment extractis provided. Generally,if the patient has been testedwith nee-
f the rl cif ividance
dles, then their extract will be injected subcutaneously (under the skin), whereasantigenstestedwith drops, or on the EDT device will be taken sublingually (under the tongue). Antigen injections are usually given once a week in the patient,s family doctor's office. If you notice immediate or delayed reactions,notiry the staff before your next injection and insist on a readjustment of the dose basedon the written instructions given. If reactions persist, arrange for retesting.
, and
rtion. ds of
If you require injections more often than once per week or you are unable to make
\
weeklytrips for injections,you can give them to yourself after receiving full instructions in your doctor's office. The iniections based on these precise and individually rested dilutions (SDEI'[ / P/N) are perfectly safe to self-administer, unlike regular allergyshots,for which dilutions are arbitrarilv and blindly defined.
.icals) zation
with EPD, injections are given once every two months during the first year,once everythree months in the secondyear,a+d then, two or three times a year on an individual basisas a maintenancedose.There is a protocol to follow before the needle is given, during the four critical days arouncl the needle,and afterthe needle,that involvesgastrointestinalpreparation, diet, nutritional supplementsand environmentalcontrol.
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AUTOG
Once again, each patient is individual. A great deal depends on the ability to maintain environmental controls and dietary changes.Some patients
In some
only need a period of time to become desensitized,others feel better using allergy treatment extractson a regular but progressivelyinfrequent basis, and still others require daily or weekly treatment to control symPtoms.This question is best discussedwith your doctor.
tasis,ch have de sometin Europe. in Eurol Asa
Have? lmmunnotherapy WhatEffectCould . Immediate beneficial effect-neutralization, clearing of symptoms; r Delayed beneficial effect-within three to six weeks,the patient will be able to tolerat€ environmental exposuresand foods much better; o Immediate or delayed negativeresponse-more symptoms. If this occurs,discontinue treatment and schedulea retestingappointment.
etc.)to 1 in norrr filtered Testingr negativ€ to 0.5- c volume times p< ity of ca Seel
The goal of treatment is to establish balance, or homeostasis.
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A U T O G E N OVUASC C I N E S bility
In some rarecasesof patientswith chronic urinary tract infections,bronchiec-
.ients
tasis,chronic bone infections, etc.,which do not respond to antibiotics or
using
have developed antibiotic resistance,autogenous vaccine is useful and
>asis,
sometimes even life-saving. It has been mostly used and researchedin
. This
Europe. Before antibiotics were widely available this was a major method in Europe to control infections. A sample from the affectedorgan is taken (urine, pus, sputum, biopsy, etc.) to test for culture and sensitivity in a lab. If positive, a sample is placed
s; 'ill be
in normal saline, all bacteriakilled by heat or radiation, and the solution filtered through a 0.221t,bacterial filter and serially diluted by a factor of 5. Testingusing the SDEPTmethod is carried out. 0.05 cc of the first strongest negativewheal is iniected on a daily basis,with an increasingvolume of up
:nt.
to 0.5-0.8 cc. Once the first skin reaction is achieved,return to the previous volume with a negativeskin response.Continue iniecting this volume two times perweek for a period of from sixweeksto three months. In the majority of cases,a complete resolution and healing occurs. SeeResourcesSection.
rt I
I t I
lnhalants, Fungi a n dM o l d s
Inhalantsare airborneparticlesthat we breatheon a daily basis.In fact,it has been statedthat everyday we breathe two tablespoonsof assortedparticles. The averageindividual can deal with these intruders; however, they do add stressto the body. For the allergic person, theseinhalants can be a catastrophe as their body copespoorly with them. For discussion purposes, inhalants can be divided into two groups: indoor and outdoor Listedbelow are the common inhalants testedin many environmental medicine or allergy offices.
I N D O OIR NHALANTS H o u sD e u s (t H D ) o A mixture of whatever is floating in the air, including; lint, mites, danders,insect parts, bacteria,food particles,bits of plants and other particulate matter, bacteria,cosmetics,dirt, feathers,wool fibres, molds, and human epidermis; o The disintegration of household articlesalso contributes to dust (foam, mattresses,fibres).
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H o u s e h oI lnds e c t (sH H l )
MOLDS
o Insectparts (scales,wings,bit of hard outer shell); o Dried secretionsfrom: - ant, black fly, cockroach,mosquito, fly.
Facts oThei in se
A n i m aDl a n d e r
and r
o Cats and dogs are the usual offenders,but horsesand other animals can also be offenders;
o Fung yeast
o Dander is particlesof hair and skin that cling to the animal's fur; o A sensitivity can develop at any time; Animal salivaand urine can also be a problem; Mohair, alpaca,horse hair, feathersand down tised for textiles and stuffing may also causeproblems.
molc o Thesr IIlilttr
o Fung like < even
D u sM t ites o A microscopic relative
immunotherapy. Short course major Protection against allergens.
levelr orm
of ticks and spiders o Thrive in warm, humid
Molds ter
placesand feed on
found in
human skin scales
be tested . Alter
. Harmful allergensare found in the house
state(
dust mite's fecalpellets
allerg
o Livesprimarily in bed
o Aspe. o Horn
pillows and mattresses, carpet
leath, in air ' Ragweed . TreePollens . Grass Pollens Pollens 'MouldSpores'House DustMite
o Peni< foods
"Dust Mite." Picturecourtesyof BencardAllergy Laboratories.
Note:Oc, environn
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i
ANDFUNGI MOLDS Facts . The inhalation of spores(reproductive part of fungi) causesa reaction in sensitiveindividuals. Once inhaled, sporescan enter the digestive and circulatory system,and therefore symptoms can be wide-ranging. ,als
o Fungi fall into 2 categories: yeast:single-celled,divide to form clusters. mold: multi-celled, grow as branching threads that form colonies. r Thesesimple organismstake their food from plants, animals, decayed matter, paint, pasteand human skin.
rd
. Fungi can grow almost anywhere,'indoorsand out. They particularly like dark, damp places,and can survive at low temperatures.Some can even live through the first frost of the winter. The only time outdoor levels are low is when there has been snow on the ground for five or more days. Molds testedin an environmental medicine office are those most commonly found in the given geographicalarea.Any mold speciesor combination can be tested and treated.They can include: . Alternaria Tenuis: found on plants and plant material. It has been statedto be one of the most common causesof symptoms due to allergyto airborne mold spores. . Aspergillus Fumigatus: found in soil, damp hay, grains, sausage,fruit. o Hormodendrum (Cladosporium): found in decomposingplants, leather,rubber,cloth, paper and other wood products.It is abundant in air samplesand releasedafter rains,and when the weatheris damp" o Penicillium Notatum: found in soil, fruits, breads,cheeseand other foods. A mutant strain of this is used for the medication,penicillin. l{ote:Occasionallyit is necessaryto grow a mold from your own home environment in order to diagnoseand treat your specificsymptoms.
tn::t o 'l**==*r:01',* ,:n:.::'::::_::_:_:::_:_""_,r,_ ,l,t-t-"t . T.O.E.:A combination of three pathogenicfungi: - Tricophyton - Oidomycetis (Candida) - Epidermophyton . Candida: lives on mucous membraneswithin the human body and on the skin.
CANDID Candida, particulal different cific circu involved dependin
e o l disn H o m e s S o u r c eosf A i r b o r nM o Damp rooms with poor ventilation, e.g.flooded, leaky basements, kitchens, shower areasof bathrooms o Carpeting o Closets,drawers,hamperswith damp or unwashed clothing r Storageareas,including fruit cellars
Concern o Cand o Accor cultur festat
o Old upholstered fumiture o Old newspapers,books o Plants,soil and leaves o Humidifiers, unless cleaneddaily . Old wallpaper o Air conditioning systemsleft without cleaning o Window sills
FACTOF . Broa< frien< o Sugar o Birth
Symptoms of MoldAllergy Pattern
Srow o Use<
Increasein symptoms:
o Imm'
o Between5 and 9pM,"cool evening air" o In damp places(woods,leaky basements) r Moving or raking leaves
(Imu . Infan devel
o Sitting on the grass o From Septemberuntil the first heavy frost
o Cene o Nutr
Improvement of symptoms: o In dry, clean areas
o Starv . Expo
o When the temperatureis below freezingand there is snow on the
r Indr,r
ground
lines
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AA LBICANS CANDID Candida, a yeast, is a pathogen that lives on mucous membranes and particularly in the colon of the gastrointestinaltract. There are about 140 nd on
different candida species,the maiority being pathogenic,which under specific circumstancesare able to causecandidiasis.Any internal organ can be involved in the diseaseprocess,aswell asthe skin and mucous membranes, depending upon the stateof health of the individual (host resistance).
s,
Concerns . Candida createstoxins that weaken the immune system; o According to Europeanstudies,the presenceof any candida in the cultures of any body surfaceor organ is abnormal,'even without manifestation of diseaseand should be prevented and treatedvigorously.
AF E C T I O N NCGA N D I DI N F A C T OC RO S N T R I B U TTIO . Broad-spectrumantibiotics (erythromycin,tetracydine, etc.), which kill friendly bacteria,providing more room for the candida to multiply; o Sugar-richand refined carbohydratediets (yeastfeedson simple sugars); o Birth control pills and pregnancy(hormonal changespromote yeast growth); o Use of steroidsin creamsand tablets; o Immunosuppressanttreatments for cancerand use of cytostatic drugs (lmuran); o Infancl and old age,when the immune system is either not yet fully developed or is beginning to be faulty; o Genetically faulty immune system; o Nutritional deficiencies; o Starvation; o Exposureto chemicalsand subsequentalteration of immune de{'ense; le
. Indwelling cathetersand invasiveprocedures(urinary catheters,central lines for parenteralnutrition);
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o
Some diseasestates,e.g.,diabetes,leukemia,cancer,high fever;
o
Contact with other people in swimming pools or saunas;
o
Sexualcontact;
o
Poor hygiene and overcrowding;
Cand that is in
Diagno r Discr
Chef Pierre I $ONT KN{^I"/ FOR gUI?E UNTTL I'V6 poNe 50Hg TE5T5..
dida' 9u1 oFfiANp t'p 5AY YOU HAVE A Flll&u5 rdFEcTloll.
a
Yeasl
a
lntra (tyt treat
o Bloo (Seepag if you hi
C a u s ebdy C a n d i d a Typical Symptoms Any symptom from any organ or systemcan be causedby candida.
OUTDO MenandWomen
Fatig ue
"Spacey" feeling
Headache
Depression
loss N u m b n e s s / t i n g l i n gMemory A b d o m i np a li n Bloating/gas
Women
Men
N a s ac lo n g e s t i o n M u s c l e / j opianitn
Earproblems problems Skin
Hives/itching N a iflu n g u s
Athlete's foot pation/diarrhea Consti
Vaginitis
Pelvp i ca i n
V a g i ndails c h a r g e M e n s t r upar ol b l e m s
C r y i nsgp e l l s
sexdrive Decreased
PMS
Prostatitis Jock itch
lmpotence
Infertility
POLLEI o Part . Alth ofn o ltis dtYl Differer on the 1
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Candida infection often causesan allergicresponsein the host individual that is infected.
Cga n d i d a Diagnosin o Discussyour casehistory with a doctor (one that is familiar with candida) and explore all predisposingfactors; o Yeastculture from vagina, mouth, sputum; o Intradermal testing with candida e)ftractto prove systemic reactions (symptoms), as well as to establisha dose of immunotherapy treatmenu . Blood test for candida. (Seepage 229 in the Managementsection for ways to improve your healttr if you have excesscandida.)
I
I NRH A L A N T S OUTDOO POTLENS o Part of the reproduction systemof plants; . Although it is a seasonaloccurrence,the wind can transport it thousands of miles (i.e., from the south during the middle of winter); o It is at its highest in late evening and early moming and is worse on drylwindy days. Different pollens aretestedin eachenvironmentalmedicineofficg depenr{iug on the geographicallocation.
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The following pollens are common for Ontario:
TreeMixSl (earlytrees)
TreeMixS2 (latetrees)
MixSl Grass Brome Smooth Fescue Meadow Rye Perennial Timothy
MixS2 Grass June 0uack 0rchard RedTop Vernal Sweet
ea , gA l d e r , S u g aMr a p lT Birch, White Ash, White ilm, American Cottonwood, Common Wormwood Annual Locust, Black Hickory, Pine, Oak, Mulberry, Poplar, Privet Willow, BlackWalnut BlueSpruce,
February to May
WTED MIX Mugwo Redroo E nlgi s h Giant R Short F Russia Sheep Wormw
PATTER forhayandpasture cultivated hayandpasture
May
places, hay,pasture waste
June
pastures lawns, places waste
J ul y
to
to pastures lawns, grass meadow fragrant
MixS1 WEED MIX. WeCd Cocklebur (Curly Dock) Yellowdock places, where there waste Marsh Buryveed water hasbeen Elder Golde r ond Water Hemp Western Lamb's 0uarters
September
to September August J u n et o A u g u s t
lncreasei o Outsir o Ona o While Improven o Indoc . After r . When
c0Nc0 It is possi This is wh ergisticse
August to September J u l yt o A u g u s t M a tyo0 c t o b e r
another.'l qmergisti,
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MIX. Weed MixS2 WEED Julyto 0ctober Mugwort Redrooted Pigweed Latesummer lawn E n g l i sPhl a n t a i n weed April to September anywhere Giant Ragweed damp August to September ShortRagweed roadsides August to October (Tumbleweed) Russian Thistle June to September (Field Sorrel) Sheep Sorrel M a tyoJ u n e Wormwood
f INHALANT ALLERGY PATTERN OFOUTDOOR SYMPTOMS Increasein symptoms: r Outside, in season a
On a dry, sunny, windy day
a
While mowing the lawn (grassand weed terpens)
lmprovement of syrnptoms: o Indoors with windows closed and/or air-conditioning o After rain rI
r When seasonpasses
f ember IUSt
C O N C O M I TAANNDT S Y N E R G I SSTEI N CS I T I V I T I E S It is possible to be sensitiveto a food only during certain inhalant seasons" This is what is referredto as a concomitant sensitivity.This differs from synergisticsensitivities.In this case,a reaction from one food is made worse by
ember ust ber
another.The following chart outlines some of the known concomitant arrd synergisticpairs.
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When thisis inhaled Ragweed l v aC i l i a t a Sage Pigweed
Andthisis eaten= reaction Milk,Mint Wheat Potato Pork
Grass
Legumes
Cedar Elm
Beef. Yeasts Milk,Mint
Cottonwood
Lettuce
0ak
t g g ,A p p l e C o r nB. a n a n a C a nS e u g aO r ,r a n g e
Pecan
Mesquite Dust
(seafood) 0ysters
w
CHEM
Chemicalr usein ou
Dust
Nuts
own bod
I n f l u e nvzaac c i n e
0nr0n
to reasor
l v aC i l i a t a
Iea
Chenopods
egg
When thisis eaten Corn
Together withthis= reaction Bana na
Beef
Yeasts
C a nS eugar Mitk
0range Mint
tgq
Apple
us. For s sensitivit cem is tl and tranr Since chemical Chemica in Weste FDA star southwel
Wheat Pork
Iea Chicken
Mitk
Chocolate
Cola
Chocolate
Coffee
Cola-Chocolate
Source:D. W, Brown,Ir., M.I). I.redericksburg, Texas,1180
are not r alreadyh food we with pes drink an chemica
Ghemicals
C HE MI C A L S are the buildingblocks of the world as we know it. The items we Chemicals use in our daily life are composedof an arrayof chemical components. Our own bodies function through a complex set of chemical processes.It stands to reason,then, that chemicalsthat we breathe, eat,and touch interactwith us. For some individuals, this interaction causesproblems. The degreeof sensitivityvaries,and any substancecan createdifficulties. Of particular concern is the myriad of man-made and man-mobilized (naturally occurring and transformed by man) chemicals. Since the advent of the chemical industry in the 1940s, thousands of chemicals have been produced and releasedinto the air, water and food. Chemicalsnow contaminateeventhe remotestpartsof the globe. Breastmilk in Westerncountries is so dangerouslycontaminatedthat it would not pass FDA standardsif it were a packagedproduct. In the Easternseaboardand southwesternUnited States(the most highly industrialized parts), mothers are not recommended to breastfeedpast six months, as the baby by then alreadyhas the maximum lifaime amounts of carcinogernin its cells.Wtren the food we eat is grown in nutrient-poor soil, watered with acid rain, sprayed with pesticides, and treated with food additives, and when the water we drink and the air we breathe are also contaminated, is it any wonder that chemicals have been detected in human blood and fat tissue?
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Researchinto toxic levels of some chemical exposureshas occurred; however,the findings do not take all variablesinto consideration.Testsusu-
and the
ally monitor the effectsof one chemical in isolation, when in reality we are exposed to a wide variety. What are the interactive effects?Are the levels
classof
identified as safe for the averageindividual necessarilysafe for the hypersensitive?What are the effectsof long-term exposure?With these questions
househ,
unanswered,we owe it to ourselvesto increaseour awarenessof our chem-
of the cr
ical world.
in the q
also coI forty-or provide
Health Canada and the Ministry of the Environment are two govern-
and loc
ment bodies that should be able to provide you with information about
in your
chemicalsin your surrounding environment. Among the organizationsthat work for our benefit to fight the pollution from chemicals are the World
FACTO
Wildlife Fund and Pollution Probe. Pollution Probe: (416) 926-1907
It has rr
www.pollutio nprobe org
deaths;
World Wildlife Fund: (416) 489-8800
hospita
www.wwf.ca
attacks, any otl
In the following pages,you will find key information pertaining to indoor
growth
and outdoor pollutants. Factsheetson particularly troublesome chemicals
be to er
have also been induded. This material can be overwhelming but remember,
the city
awarenessis the first step towards positive action. With increasedunder-
You
standing comes the ability to control your exposureto chemicals and to
body ar
improve your health. Referto the Managementsection of this book for sug-
(andbr
gestionson how to do iust that.
even fo not po The cle there's
PO OUTDOO RLLUTION "toilet
bowl" ring
the city
of smog is plainly visible on the horizon. Further afield, lakes are devoid of
couple
life, maple trees are dying, the earth's protective ozone layer is threatened,
body.
Outdoor pollution is a visiblethreat.In urban centersthe
D r .J . K r o p
:urred; ts usu-
and the list goes on. We are affectedby pollution, and we, as individuals, also contribute to the problem. According to Pollution Probe, the largest
levels
classof toxic waste generatorsis Canadian households,with an,averageof forty-one litres a year per household. In addition, the averageCanadian
hyper-
household throws away one ton of garbageper year.The following pages
:stions
provide information regardingsourcesof outdoor pollution. Although many
chem-
of the culprits are related to industry don't forget you can make a difference
we are
in the quality of the air we breathe: become aware,be active, rerycle, reusg ovem-
and look for safe alternativesto toxic products. Remember,changesbegin
about
in your own home.
ns that World
TOOUTDOOR CONTRIBUTING POLLUTION FACTORS It has recentlybeen reportedthat toxic air triggersone thousand premature deathsand 5500 hospitalization per year in Toronto. When azone is high, hospitalizations increasein Toronto by over 30o/o.Bad air promotes heart attacks,cardiovasculardisease,asthma and lung cancer.It can contribute to any other disease in the susceptible individual. Pollution affects lung
indoor
growth development and function in children. The effort of societyshould
:micals
be to ensurethat all children can spend at leastpart of their summer out of
ember,
the city.
under-
Your lungs are the gateway for life-giving orygen to every cell in your
and to
body and unfortunately the gatewayfor toxins as well. Ventilate your lungs
or sug-
(and brain) with fresh air asoften aspossible.Going out of the city regularly, even for one or two dap on a weekend into the countryside (but where it's not polluted with pesticides,e.8., orchard areas),can make a difference. The cleanestair is at sealevel. I don't need a double blind study to prove there'sa.differencein my white cat'sfur coat colour when she'sat home in
rl" ring
the city (yellowish) and after she'sbeen at our cottagein the country for a
void of
couple of weeks (crystalwhite). The same thing will happen inside the
rtened,
body.
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r Pestic garde o Indus o Asphi . Engin . Barbe o Burni electr o Paint o Sewal . Chen volati
AIRQU, In Ontar cooperat pollutior They Quality I pollutant function Autor their fin< advisory tion, suc peoplew Smogale The I updated Critical Condition: Human Health and the Bnvironment. Editedby Eric Chivian, M.D. et al. The MIT Press, C a m b r i d g e ,M a s s .1 9 9 4 . Photo: JamesNachtwey, Magnunt Photos,lnc.
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o Pesticides/herbicides from home lawns, orchards,golf courses,flower gardens,crops, parks o Industrl (metal, paper,rubber, oil refineries,smoke) . Asphalt o Engine exhaust (car,planq diesel, lawn mowers,snowmobiles, etc.) o Barbecues . Buming fuel (paper,wood, garbage,oil, gas,coal and coal-burning electricalpower plants) o Paint o Sewagefumes r Chemicalsleading to acid rain; S0r, N0r, and toxic rain; general volatile substances,PCBs,etc.
A I RQ U A L I TI N YDEX In Ontario, the Ministry of the Environment and Environment Canada cooperativelydeliver air quality advisorieswhen widespreadelevatedair pollution levels are forecast. They rely on two systemsof measurement,the AQI and the API. The Air Quality Index (AQI) measuresand reports on the six most common city air pollutants. The Air Pollution Index (API) is a sub-index of the AQI and its function is to wam of deteriorating air quality. Automatic air monitoring stations are constantly analyzing the air, and their findings are reported to you in news and weather reports. During an advisory people are encouragedto limit activitiesthat contribute to pollution, such as reducing car usage, gas-poweredlawn mowers, etc, Also, people with respiratoryproblems are advisedto limit their outdoor activity. Smog alerts are triggeredif air is poor or very poor. The Ministry of the Environment provides AQI readings for your area, updated once a day: n, M.D. ,tos, Inc.
www.ene.qov.on.ca (4 1 6 )2 4 6 -0 4 1 r
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The folk to AQI:
CARBON MONOXIDE
NITROGTN DIOXIDE e L:
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p lr a c t i c e sc a n c o n t a m i n a t et h e g r o u n d w a t e rs y s t e m .C r i t i c a l C o n d i t i o n : How waste-disposa H u m a n I l e a l t h a n d t h e E , n v i r o n m e n t .E d i t e d b y E r i c C h i v i o n , M . D . e t a l . M I ' l ' P r e s s , C a m b r i d g e ,M a s s . 1 9 9 4 .
SULPHUR DIOXIDE
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The following are the six most common city air pollutants contibuting to AQI: CARBON MONOXIDE
gas tasteless Colourless, odourless, A u t o m o bei m l e i s s i oanrsep r i m a rsyo u r c e vision andclumsiness of C0poisoning areblurred Firstsymptoms (occurring at veryhighconcentrations) discomfort for people withheartor cancause Lower concentrations lungdisease
NITROGEN DIOXIDE
gas Toxic, irritating processes, trucks e.9., heating systems, cars, byallcombustion Emitted withwater, it canformacidrain lncombination (lung andacidaerosols irritant) It helps formsmog infection thelungs andlower resistance torespiratory Can irritate C o l o u r l egsassw i t ha s t r o nsgm e l l photochemical onhydrocarbons and bythesun's action Produced nitrogen oxides partof photochemical smog It isthebiggest results in chest tightness, to highconcentrations of ozone Exposure andwheezing coughing eachyear;causes foragricultural croplossin 0ntario Responsible noticeable leafdamage comes f romsources intheUnited More than50%of Ontario's ozone States
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SUSPENDED PARTICLTS
particles in theair of solidor liquid matter thatstaysuspended Small fumes, soot, etc. form of dust, mist, aerosols, smoke. inthe deepintothelungsand lessthan10microns canpenetrate Particles contribute to lungdisease damaqe and corrosion, material soiling, vegetation Canalsocause v i s i b i l irtey d u c t i o n
TOTAL REDUCED SULPHUR
nm i n pg o u nsdusc, ha sh y d r o g seunl p h i d e T h e saer es u l p h u r - c o n t aci o r i l l sc,o k eo v e n s C o mfer o mi n d u s t r isa0l u r c es su c ha sp u l pa n dp a p em a n dr e f i n e r i e s so l u r c es su c ha ss u l p h us rp r i n g s A l s oc o m fer o mn a t u r a (rotten eggsmell) Primary cause of odours or headaches mayiausenausea Veryhighconcentrations
SULPHUR DIOXIDE
t atches C o l o u r l egsasst h a ts m e l l si k eb u r nm breathing cancause discomfort, to highconcentrations Exposure l u n g r e s p i r a t oi lrl yn e sasn da g g r a v a toi of enx i s t i n g a n dh e a rdt i s e a s e s n da g r i c u l t ucr raol p s D a m a gleesa v eosnt r e e a formacidaerosols to acidrainandhelps Contributes
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ozone
NO know n harmful effects
NO known harmful effect s
Increasing symptomsIncreasing symptoms in smokers with in non-smokers with heart disease heart disease; blurred vision; some clumsiness
NOZ
No Sl i g h t known 0 0 0 u r harmful effects
0dour
Airsmells andlooks Increasing sensitivity brown; some forasthmatics and increase in bronchial people withbronchitis reactivity in asthmatics
03
NO
NO
known effects
known harmful effects
Respiratory irritation in people sensitive during vigorous people exercise; withheart/lung disorders at risk; some damages very plants sensitive
people Sensitive may Serious respiratory experience irritation effects, evenduring when breathing and lightphysical possible people lungdamageactivity; with physically when heart/lung disorders people with active; at highrisk;more heart/lung disorders vegetation damage at greater risk; damage to some plants
NO
Slight
0dour
Strong odour
known harmful effects
r odou
No known harmful effects
NO
NO
Some decrease in visibility
visibility: Increasing Decreased sensitivity evident forasthmatics soiling and people withbronchitis
effects
No known harmful effects
NO
Damages
Damages some
known harmful effects
s0me
vegetation
increasing 0dours; vegetation damage
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Blood chemistry changes, butno noticeable impairment
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Severe odour; some people mayexperience nausea and headaches
Damaqes vegetationIncreased symptoms Significant effects (i.e., people tomatoes, for with forasthmatics white beans) lungdisease andpeople dueto chronic with sulphur dioxide bronchitis
Increasing sensitivity forasthmatics and people withbronchitis
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A C I DR A I N Nl volatile chemicals,gasesSO, (sulPhurdioxide) and NO, (nitrogen dioxide), aswell as all pesticidesand herbicides,are caught up in clouds and are transported thousands of kilometres from the polluted site. When the clouds release the accumulated moisture they have been carrying, the toxins are transported down to the earth with the rain and are soaked up in the soil. This acid rain depletes the soil of magnesium, the mineral required for effectivefunctioning of chlorophyll in all greenplants. Photosynthesis,the processwhereby green plants absorb carbon dioxide and water and produce oxygen, cannot occur without chlorophyll and/or magnesium. Plants produce all of the earth'soxygen' In uery real terms, aciil rain interferes with the production of oxygen tn sustoinhuman necessctry life. An additional threat is presented W acid rain in respectto hearrymetals. As minerals such as calc i u m a n d ma g n e si u m are remoued from the soil, less nutrient-ilense foods are grown and naturally pressntheavymetals leach out of the soil and enter inn our foods.Plnnts and fooils containing a lower leuel of magnesium afe more susceptibleto m o l d o u e rg ro w th a n d mycotoxin contamination.
OZONE Facts Naturall' . high, o this r . Prod or th Man-ma . punf . canl o indir ozor
MajorS o Crea sewi
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Fishfry in waterwith a normalpH.
Fishfry in water with a low pH causedby acid rain. When the pH of a water body goesbelowa certainleuel,fish fry either die or, if they suruive,are hatchedwith severedeformities.Source:Environment Canada1982
ozoNE (03) Facts Naturally occurring: . highest concentrationin the upper atmosphere,10-50 km in altitude o this ozone laver absorbs most of the ultraviolet Iight coming to earth o Produced through photochemical action of the sun on hydrocarbons or through electricalstorms Man-made: . pungent, colourlessgas can be very bothersomeeven in small amounts (.0appm) individuals with respiratorydifficulty are parricularlybothered by ozorle
MajoS r ource o created by electricalequipment such as kitchen appliancemotors, sewing machinesand power tool motors;
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I Electrostaticair cleaners,ion generators,photocopiers,and computers
When th,
and computer Printers;
lessthan
o Presentduring smog conditions, electricalstorms and near power
would bt The r
transmissionlines.
higher th Suns,
O Z O NHEO L E S
Rather,a
Man-made pollution emits a lot of chlorine into the atmospherein the form of chlorofluorocarbons, dischargedfrom air-cooling systems,plastic foam
beneficia
production, propellants used in spraycans,auto exhaust,etc' This chlorine reactswith the ozone in the upper atmosphere (10 to 60 km above) caus-
UVLIG
ing ozone to disappear,thus creating huge holes in the ozone layer. This reducesthe protectivenessof the ozonelayet,allowing an excessof W light to reach the earth. This has a detrimental effect on the food chain in the
W light
animal and plant kingdom by killing plankton, a maior food source.It also causesincreasedincidents of skin cancer. Depending on various conditions, a different amount of LIV light can
or web a:
reach the earth daily; therefore,a [IV Index was created.
thrive be
Organic beneficia plant roc feed the They are
UV-B Degree of Danger Scale: LIV-Bis measuredon a scaleof 0 to 10,with 10 being a typical amount you would receiveon a summer day in the tropics-where [IV-B is at its highest on earth. The higher the number on the UV index, the more IJV
-B you will
with wat can't use I.]Vli deliverir diseasen
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When the LIV index is over 9, tfV-B is extremelystron& and you will burn in lessthan 15 minutes. (Sunburn times are for light untanned skin, the times would be somewhatlonger for thosewith darker skin.) The maior concern with UV light is development of skin cancer.The higher the I"IV inden the higher the risk for cancer. Sunscreensdo not necessarilyprotect or shield the skin from W light. Rather,a good level of vitamins A, C, E and other anti-oxidants would be
,f orm
beneficial in helping protect the skin from developing cancer.
foam lorine caus-
U VL I G H T
/ light
W light depletesnutrient content in all plants (fruit, vegetablq grain) [see Organic Foodssection page 1491.This is due to the effect of tJV light on the
in the
beneficial microorganism, mycorrhizza, a fungus which lives in the colony
lt also
or web around plant roots. Its role is to deliver nutrients from the soil to the plant roots, and in return the roots deliver "sweets"from photosynthesisto
ht can
feed the fungus. 80% of the world's plants, including crops and forests,
:. This
thrive becauseof the friendly relationship benareenplants and this fungus. They are connectedunderground, which allows the fungus to provide plants with water and nutrients. It can also extract nutrients that plants usually nt you
can't use e.9.,protein from dead organisms.
righest
LIV light stressesthe fungus, which then storesthe nutrients instead of
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delivering them to the roots. This encouragesparasites,pathogensand diseasemicrobesto attack the fungi to get at its nutrients. Unfriendly organisms increasein the soil. Plantsweakenedby poor nutrient levels are more vulnerable to attack by malevolent pathogens.The cycle of using pesticides usually startsat this point. Plants protect their leavesfrom UV light, which in excesscan kill them, by manufacturing bioflavinoids. To do this, they need nitrogen deliveredby the friendly fungus which is already compromised, needs nitrogen for its own survivaland doesn't deliverenough to the plant. www. myco rrhiza. ag.utk. edu
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. organic chemicalscontaining hydrogen and carbon plus chlorine (also called, chlorinated hydrocarbons) . almost all are toxic and carcinogenic o they accumulatein body fats,where they can be releasedinto the blood . stated safe levels:PVC and PCBare hazardousat any level and .01ppm of organochlorinesin foods is a definite risk. Solventsat a level of 100 to 500ppm are also a seriousrisk' o Canadian and US household products are labelled as hazardous,and ingredients are listed. The identiSntts word for this group of chemicals is
,,chloro." Any numbers indicate the chemical structure.
o difficult to remove from the environment (persistentorganic pollutants -POPs)
of ExPosure MajorSources
. cher nov o vola o inso . con( . can . mos
Major! . befc thei: o carb
. liquid solvents:cleaning products, dry cleaning fluids, paints o some stabilized plastics:PVC,PCB
VOLAT
o pesticides:most toxic and persistentof the group
Examp
. chloroform gas
Alkanes
. in foods
spirits,:
. wood preservatives
mers,rn
o industrial emissions . chlorine in water
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PCBs_ P O L Y C H LNOAR TIEBDIP H E N Y L S Facts also
o chemically very stable; they cannot be broken down, therefore there is no way of getting rid of them
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o volatile, therefore they travel as a gas and through water . insoluble in water
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. concentrate in fats o
can be inhaled, swallowed, and absorbed through skin
a
most are stored in Smithville by Ontario Hydro
rnd icals
MajorSources of Exposure e before the 1970sthey were widely used in many products, after l97g
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their use in new products was banned; tons remain in storage o carbonlesscopy paper, fish, cooling fluid used in transformers
V O L A T IO LE R G A NCI C O M P O U NVDOSC, S Examples Alkanes, alkenes, naphthas, benzenes,toluene, rylene, ethers, mineral spirits, alcohols (methyl, ethyl), ketones,aldehydes,propane, butane, polymers, mono mers, trichl oroethane,trichlo roethylene,tetrachloroethylene
Form r liquid at room temperature
Facts o contain hydrogenand carbon plus chlorine . base of many synthetic substances
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o can be extractedfrom petroleum (oil, gas) or produced synthetically . high concentrationsare reachedvery easily o some of these accumulatein body fat
Volatile organic solvents
Benzene
of ExPosure MajorSources
Toluene
o in foods, in water
Ethyl-benz
. added to solids,i.e.,plastic
Xylene
o paint
Styrene Trimethyl' benzene
o cleaning solvents . wax, polish o gasoline,oil, natural gas,propane, butane . dry-cleaningfluids o artificial and natural scents,perfumes
plastic upholstery, paints, cleaners, waxes, adhesives, s0lvent-based fabrics moth-Proofed Napthalene.mothballs, inthe paints, used mothballs, solvents, varnishes, markers, Benzene: felt-tipped (toxic cancause 1ppm) above dyes productign anthraquinone ofnylon,
Toluene:
lossof fatigue, disorientation, lightheadedness, behaviour, drunken andcancer appetite,
Dichloromethane Trichloroethane
Trichloroethylene
Tetrac hIol ethylene Dichlorobenzene X, presen
Organochlorines,volatile organiccompounds,aswell aschlorinatedpesticides can be measuredboth in the blood aswell as in fat biopsiesof individuals exposedto them. A large maiority of these chemicalsare carcinogenic.
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Common Exposure Sources of Volatile Organic Compounds (Solvents) Volatile organic solvents
Fuel& Palnt,ink Synthetic Drinking Soil,grain, Industrial glue exhaust textiles, water building degreaser plastics fumigant & solvent
Benzene
X
M
Toluene
X
X
Ethyl-benzene X
M
M
X
Xylene
X
X
M
X
Styrene
X
M
X
Trimethylbenzene
X
M
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
X
Dichloromethane
M
Trichloroethylene
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Tetrachloroethylene
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Dichlorobenzene
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Common Exposure Sources of Volatile Organic Compounds (Solvents) cont'd Volatile organic solvents
Benzene Toluene Ethyl-benzene
Xylene Styrene Trimethylbenzene Dichloromethane
lnsectlcides
Pesticides "EPA An carry at l, year Nat: tachlorop urine spe cals will Disruptir M. Brown, 1979
Most pest Chlorini
Trichloroethane
D.D.T.
Trichloroethylene
Endrin
Tetrachloro' ethylene Dichlorobenzene X, present in final product; M, used in manufacturing Process'
L i n d a n( le LC.D.D. Organol
Phosd rin
Parathio
Mevinpho
Malathion
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Pesticidesaccumulatein body fat and can be releasedinto the blood stream. "EPA study of random blood samplesfrom 54 locations revealed99o/o An carry at least detectablelevels of the pesticide DDT." In addition, "a four year National Health and Nutrition Examination survey showed pentachlorophenol-a wood preservativethat carriesdioxin-in
nearly 80o/oof
urine specimenscollected nationwide." Further discussion of these chemi"Special cals will be found in the lnterest" section featured in Hormone Disrupting Chemicalson page27O. M. Brown,LayingWaste:The Poisoningof Americaby Toxic Chemicals,New York, 19 7 9
Most pesticidesfall into three categories: Chlorinated Hydrocarbons
D.D.T.
dieldrin
P.C.B.
L i n d a n( B eHC)
aldrin
P.C.P.
Endrin
chlordane
P.B.B.
T.C.D.D.
mtrex
heptachlor
Organophosphates,* some of the most deadly being:
Phosdri n
diazinon
Parathion
ethyl-parathion
ethion dursban
Mevinohos
methyl-pa rathion
RoundupTM
Malathion
tetraethylhydrophosphate
Phenory Acid Herbicide 2,4,51
?,4,5T methyl ester
Silvex
silvex methyl ester
Silvex
silvex iso-octvl ester
2,4-D
2,4-DB
Note:AgentOrangeis a combinationof 2,4-D and 2,4,5-T.
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nervoussystemby inhibiting * Organophosphates paralyzethe parasympathetic The acetylcholine). the neurotransmitter, (the enzymemetabolizing cholinesterase system of the entireautonomicneruous nervoussystemis a component parasympathetic part of the body and suppliesneruesto euery singleorgan, therefore,symptomsfrom any can be manifested' exposure due to organophosphate
in th All pestic target orl are termr Ina.
C o m m oCno n t a c tws i t hP e s t i c i d e s : . Household pesticides,such as dieldrin, dissipateinto the air we breathe; - "No Pest" strips, insectspraysor coils, mothballs - moth repellent may also be present in dry-cleanedarticlesor r Exterminator treatments o Home foundations (insecticidesdeter bugs) o The foods we eat are sprayedduring gfowth, shipping, storage-the chemicalsused saturatethe plant cells,therefore,they cannot be washedoff and peelingdoesn't do a completeiob (e.g.,during their growth rycle apples are sprayedseventeentimes). Vegetablesand fruit in supermarketsusually contain nine or more pesticides. o Imported fabrics are often fumigated upon entry into the country o pesticidesand herbicidesare used in both urban and rural settings "weed and feed" products . Garden products, Somecombination o Some parks, all golf courses,are heavily sprayedwith pesticidesand herbicides . Maiority of home lawns use herbicides o Road sides,railway sides,are routinely sprayed o Aerial spraying of cities-mosquito-Winnipeg,
Vancouver,entire
Commo . Toba e Packi o Croc o Wall o Rubb . Wool o Spral
PETRO
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toxic; a sealermust be used over
top of the chemicaltreatment)
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group, 6( Reinhold,
moth-proofed blankets and rugs
o Wood preservative(a dioxin-highly
knew the
Some paints and varnishescontain pesticides The majority of public institutions (hotels,schools,nursing homes, hospitals, restaurants,etc.) are sprayedat least twice per year.Kitchens
simp o Othe petro o Petro ethar
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these institutions are sprayedeverysix weeks. All pesticidescontain soluentsto aid in the penetration of the poison into the target organism. Thesesoluentsare not lkted as part of the ingredients,os they are termed "inert ingredimts." In a suntey of 6800 patients sufferingfrom mvironmental exposures,g0o/o knau the time, placeand circumstnncesundor which they becameill. From this group, 600/ohnew that the causeof their illness was exposureto pesticides. Ashford, N., Miller c. chemical Exposures, Low Leuel,High states.Van Nostrand R e i n h o l d ,1 9 9 1 ,p g . 5 .
C o m m oCno n t a c w t si t hF u n g i c i d e s : o Tobacco o Packingboxes relr fruit
a
Grocerystoreitems Wall paperpaste
a
Rubber
a
o Wool products . Sprayedcrops
PETRO CMI C A L S HE Petroleum o A natural product found within the earth. It is produced over time, through the chemical restructuringof crushed organic materials. [n I over
simple terms, it is a chain of carbons. o other chemical structuresare also createdduring the formation of petroleum. ' Petroleumforms the basisof many syntheticchemicals,i.e.,phenol, ethanol, benzyl alcohol, formaldehyde,plastics,glycols.
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MajoS r o u r c eosf E x P o s u r e o mineral oil . fuels; oil, kerosene,gasoline,and car exhaust,old car parts, lubricating oil o paint . kerosene . compressedgasin propellant spraycans
HYDRO o Thet o Refer o Cher
synrt (Notr carbc
. wax candles (paraffin) . nylon fabrics and carPet . rubber carpet underpads
FORMA
. food preservatives;BHA (butylated hydroxyanisole),BHT (butylated hydro>iytoluene) o Pesticides,herbicides,fungicides,wood preservatives Pyridine (CuHuN): . toxic and water soluble flammable liquid . a by-product of cooking . can occur naturally o it is the parent of many naturally occurringorganic compounds . used as a solvent and in pharmacologicaldrugs used as a waterproofing agent
Facts . coml . gas (r . ahyc o anin som€ . accol govel the s o 1oul facto
Pyrol (C4H'N)
. cana
o toxic liquid . a parent of many biologicallYimportant substances o existsin the bodV i.e.,in bile pigment Tiophene (C4H4S) . from coal tar . resemblesbenzene
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R O CRAB ONS HYD o The basicbuilding blocks of life Refersto all chemical structurescontaining hydrogen and carbon Chemicals that fall into this categorycan be natural (sugars),or synthetic(DDT); in either casethey are consideredto be organic (Note:organicchemicalsalso include those with a carbon/oxygenor carbon/hydrogen/oxygenchain)
FORMALDEHYDE ted
Facts . commonly calledformalin o gaS(highly active),or liquid a hydrocarbon an industrial chemical manufacturedfrom methanol/natural gas and some lower petroleum hydrocarbons r accordingto Rousseau,there is no safetythreshold level; the.Canadian governmenthas set a level at 0.1ppm; this is the samelevel at which the smell is detectable;it is a carcinogen 1 out of 5 individuals are sensitiveto formaldehyde, and it is often a factor in the onset of chemical hypersensitivity can aggravateminor illnessesand trigger others
MajorSources o Building materials: urea formaldehyderesinsin insulation,particleboardand plywood are the biggestproblem. They evaporateslowly and remain active for months/years.In fabricsthe processis even slower; resin glues,plastics,foams,insulation of homes and mobile hornes; additive in plaster,concreteand other relatedproductsthat lre impermeableto liquids;
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- component of; plywood, particleboard,wallboard,wood preservative, chipboard, resins,wood veneer,latex paints,enamels. . Preservative,fungicide, stabilizer, germicide: - polishes, waxes,adhesives,fats and oils, rodent and insect poison, detergent soaps,hair setting, hair shampoo and spray,photographic products, cosmetics,US maple symp, milk, disinfectant in the fermentation industry cleaning of surgical instruments, manufacturing of antibiotics, hospital mouthwashesand antiperspirants,
ALCOH Facts o a clas carbir o canb
Forms Ethyl Alc
embalming fluids (along with alcohol, glycerol,phenol), toothpaste,disinfectants,cleaning supplies,contraceptivecreams,air
Amyl Alc
deodorizers.
lsopropy
o Fabric treatment: - wash and wear, permanent press,anti-wrinkle, anti-static,stiffening
Methyl A
on lightweight knits, chlorine-resistantfinishes, moth-proof finishes, mildew-resistantfabrics,suedeand chamois, fireproofing
Glycerol:
dye industry; improve stability, stripping agents,dyes,tanning of leather, increaseabsorbencyof paper products including feminine
Mentholr
hygiene items, facial tissue,dry cleaning (seeFabricssection, page 130) o Combustion: - cigarettesmoke, burning fuel, incineratedwaste materials, incomplete combustion of hydrocarbonsin gasand diesel engines o Miscellaneous: - intermediate in the synthesisof alcohols, acids,explosives - deodorizerin industrial and public places - used in the manufacture of syntheticvitamins A and E - mildew preventativein fruits and vegetables - preservativeand coagulant of rubber latex - toxoids and vaccines - newsprint, printing-etching materials,inks (marking) - nailpolish and fingernail hardeners,wavesetsand fixatives - foam pillows, orthopedic casts,kidney dialysis units - used in photography(darkroom developing)
Butylalcc Ethylene Glycerin:
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. a classname for a group of chemicalsall containing one or more carbinol groups
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o can be createdfrom grains and sugars,or synthesizedfrom petroleum
.anurants,
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Ethyl Alcohol:
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Amyl Alcohol:
From ethyl alcohol; used as a solvent
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Used to manufactureantifreeze,rubbing alcohol and solvents
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Used for sweeteningand preservingfood; also used in
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antifreeze
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. one of a group of chemicals known as alcohols . made from ethylene gasby oil companies
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MajorSources o Toiletrl and drug preparations such as perfi,rmes,aftershave,and other scentedproducts, deodorant, Soaps,shampoo, hair Spray,cosmetics; o Used in the production of rubber; It is a solvent for various hydrocarbohspresent in crude petroleum, therefore, it is found in petroleum and its derivatives,i.e., asphalt; Used to make ether and to sterilize surgical instruments; . Disinfectants,rubbing alcohol;
o a groul biphen . a deriv o easily < . in hyp,
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polish;
. Shellac,paints,varnish;
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MajorSources o A product of the fermentation of grain, corn, potato, artichokes,sugal beets,sweetfruit, and canesugar(seechart on pp. 100-101).
P H E N O( LS Y N T H E T I C ) Facts o commonly called carbolic acid, hydrorrybenzene . a group of chemicalswithin the alcohol nomenclature,including: rther
biphenyl, pentachlorophenol(PCP),cresol(methylphenol)
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MajorSources o Household cleaners:Pinesol, Lysol; mildew products;wax; shoe polish; metal polishes;laundry starches;syntheticdetergents(induding dishwasherdetergents); . Used as.anantiseptic; . Used as a preservative; o Medications; some allerry antigen extracts,nasal sprays,bronchial mists, cough symps, eye drops, antihistamines,cold capsules,decongestants,first aid ointments, aspirin, acne medication; ane,
o iute and hemp fibre products; carpet backing arearugs, rope, twine; o cosmetics;e.g.,mascata,liquid eyeliner,cream rougesand shadows o Hair careproducts;hairspray,settinglotion, shampoo,colouring; . Phenolic resin; o Lining in some cannedgoods; o In combination with formaldehydeto createbakelite(found in telephone
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parts, children's toys, refrigeratorstoragetrays,thermal insulation); o In pesticidesand herbicides,germicidalpaints; . In wood and coal tar;
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dyes,perfumes,polyurethane and plastics,paints (poster, tempera, watercolour),shavingcream,matches,inks (drawing,printer's, stamp pad)
N A T U R A LOLCYC U R R P I NHGE N O L S Phenolicsoccur in foods we eat and in many natural obiects in the world around us. For example,they are a toxic element in poison ivy and poison oak and are presentin thyme oil (usedin the production of menthol). They can also occur in spring water due to humus or natural coal in or around the spring. Unfortunately, some individuals reactto these natural preservatives. In such cases,symptoms are experiencedfrom a wide range of foods. Treatment of phenolic sensitivity with sublingual drops often improves tolerance to foods and inhalants. The following list indicates the presence of thirry-one phenolics in a varietyof foods. S o u r c e :B e r A b r a m , M . D . , F . R . C . P .( C ) .
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of Phenolic(Aromatic) Food " C o m p o u n d si n a H o l i s t i c C e n e r a l P r a c t i c e . T h e I o u r n a l o f O r t h o m o l e c u l a r
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ASBESTOS Facts . a group of naturally occurring silicate minerals that separateinto thin, strong fibres which are heat-resistantand durable o upon deterioration, tends to break down into a dust of microscopic size fibres, at which point it becomesdangerous . easily penetratesbody through inhalation or ingestion . no safelevel of exposure . fibres can remain in the body for many years o causespulmonary fibrosis, pleural calcification, pleural mesothelioma, canter . known symptoms generallydo not appearfor 10-30 yearsafter the exPosure
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smokers at higher risk of developing asbestos-related diseases
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o asbestosfibres have been found in lungs and other tissuesof the generalpopulation, especiallyurban dwellers
MajorSources of Exposure o Construction, industry mining, shipbuilding; o Older homes and products: textured paint, patching compounds, insulation, acousticaltiles, pipe blankets, pipe tape, vinyl flooring, stove pads; o Currently still used in thousands of products, including roof shingles, building panels,water and sewerpipes,roof coatings,floor tiles, electricalinsulating materials,specializedthermal insulation, elevator brakes,and protective aprons and gloves,brake pads and linings, clutch facings,gaskets;
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this is a natural chemical resulting from the radioactive decayin radium
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N.Y. State,Colorado, Pennsylvania) as the radon breaksdown, even more hazardoussubstancesattach
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themselvesto dust and are inhaled; the radiation is then released
. high
within the lungs. o the allowed level of exposurein the US is 4pCilL, but there can be effectsat lpCi/L . building contamination dependsupon paths of entry, and the direc-
co-or o lead r beha o widel
tion of air flowing through these paths
Contac MajorSources . Soils, building materials (i.e. stone, cement), ground water in key geologicalzones . Also encountered in uranium and phosphatemining
G e n e rR a la d oInn q u i r i e s o In Canada,contact the following: Health Protection Branch; Food, Drugs, Cosmetics,Radiation and Medical Devices,2301 Midland Ave., (416) 973-1600.For other areas,make local inquiries. For testing information: Check your local phone book under Engineers/Environmental
o indus o past ( . dispo . peelir o eatinl o Ontar throu with.
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blood or tissue.Hair analysiscan be very useful in assessingheavy metal exposureand intoxication. 24-hour urine challengetests assesslevels of heavy metals,as well as the body's ability to excretethem. SeeAppendix for protocols for testing and treatment. dium :bec,
LEAD
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. high levelsof lead in children may result in reduced hearing, muscle co-ordination and intellectual development
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. lead contamination may also contribute either to letharry or aggressive behaviour
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. widely distributed throughout our environment
Contacts o industrial sources o pnst exposureto leaded gasoline (now banned) o disposal of lead wastes . peelingor flaking of lead-basedpaint o eatinBfruits or vegetablesgrown in lead-contaminatedsoils o Ontario residentsare exposedeveryday to varylng amounts of lead, ,d,
through contact with contaminated soil, house dust contaminated
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with lead-basedpaint, or through local industry
Helpful tips on howto reduceyourexposure to lead: o Keepyour children away from soil contaminated with lead. Contanrinated soil can be removed, or exposurecan be reduced by covering the soil with clean soil or sod. o Wash children's hands and facesafter they have been playing outdoors and before eating, rnd air.
o Clean your home regularly using a damp mop or cloth and have
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forced air ducts cleanedby a professional.Of course,keep your
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furnace filters regularly cleaned.
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Avoid bringing outdoor dirt inside by removingoutdoor shoes. Don't let your children eat paint chips (they like them becausethe
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lead makes them taste sweet).
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Locateyour vegetablegarden at least one metre away from roads, drivewaysand downspouts.Also make sureyour garden is at least a metre away from sourcesof flaking paint, such as walls, shedsand fences. o Beforeeating, wash all vegetablesthoroughly and peel root crops.
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ALUMINUM Facts o Toxic metal-believed to be implicated in Alzheimer'sdisease .a tnces.
Contacts . Cookware, tinfoil, tin cans,drink containers.When combined with food during cooking, additional chemicalsare formed; Acid rain soil can causeleachingof aluminum into the surrounding area; Waxed cardboard beveragecontainersmay have an aluminum coating; In processedfoods as an anticakingafent (e.g.,self-risingflour, baking powder, cake mixes, processedcheese,pickles, non-dairy creams,salt, powdered foods; Some antacids,antidiarrheals,vaginal douches,hemorroidal medica' tions, antiperspirants,lipsticks; Soft water, tap water.
CADMIUM Facts . highly toxic
Contacts o Plating on householdhardwareand metal containersnot intenclerllor food, silver polish, ceramics; Paint pigments, polyvinyl plaster,rubber carpet backing; Naturally occurringin rock, cadmium can leach into water and sotl; Tobaccosmoke,cigarettes,imported lipstick, cola drinks, proccsst'il meat, freshwaterfish, all seafood,bonemeal,water; Air pollution, incinerators,burning motor oil, smelterplants, fe'ttilizel fungicides,welding, cadmium batteries;
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MERCURY
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souRcEs c0MM01{ To learn i ci ,u r e t iacn, t i s y p h i l i t i c , , e d i c a t i os nu sc ha sc a t h a r t d F i s ha n ds e a f o oidn,c i n e r a t oarcsi ;dr a i nm i t ri ce;s e r v a t iivne sy ed r o p s , a n t i s e p tai cn,t i p r u r i tai cn ,t i nl af m m a t oar yn ,t i p a r a s p o i n t m e nct so,n t a cl et n ss o l u t i o nnsa,s aslp r a yvsa, c c i n egsl o, b u l i n e s . 70,000 kg. intheUSis approximately useof mercury Annual Amalgams: DentalMercury A m e r i c aannsn u a l l y . 0ve1 r 0 0m i l l i om n e r c u friyl l i n gasr ep l a c ei dnt h em o u t hosf N o r t h aa i nr r i e r . d i r e c t lcyr,o s s i nt hgeb l o o d - b r b D a m a g im n ge r c u vr ya p 0 uern t e rtsh eb r a i n
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Facts . Highly toxic To learn more about mercury and how it affectsus, seethe article on Dental Amalgams in the SpecialInterest section on page 296.
0xtDEs (s02) DloxtDE suIPHUR Facts r Smellslike burnt matches o Resultsfrom buming of sulphur-bearing fuels r A maior contributorto acid rain o l.evelsof 0.2ppmareirritatingto most people
MajorSources o Poorly ventedstoves,furnaces,waterheaters,and the burning of fuel oils with high sulphurcontents o Industriesburning high-sulphurcoaland oil o Pulp mills o Petrochemical refineries,smelters,dieselengines
( CEO ) C A R B OM NO N O X I D Facts . colourless,odourless,tastelessgas;replaceso)irygenin red blood cells; . results from incomplete combustion (gas,kerosene,wood heat, appliances,auto exhaust);
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H e a l t hE f f e c t a s n dI n d o oA r i rQ u a l i t y Almost everyone is aware of outdoor air pollution and its effect on our health. What many of us don't realizeis that the air we breathe inside our homes may actually be more hazardous to our health than outside air. Modern building techniqueswith the increaseduse of symthetic,chemicalbasedproducts haveresulted in increasedrisks to human health. The maiority of our time is spent indoors, as is displayedon the chart on the next page; hence the need for improved indoor air quality. Airborne contaminantsin homes are not limited to the chemicalkind;
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biological contaminants can originatefrom within the home also. Molds, another maior sourceof trouble, grow wherever it is damp. Therefore,they can be found outside the house,in the structureof the house, and throughout the house, in obvious placeslike the kitchen and bathroom, and notso-obviousplaceslike carpetsand walls. Molds can causechronic illnessesin humans,aswell asallergicreactions and acuteinfections.* Formaldehyde,toluene and other volatile organic
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healtheffectsasprovidedbyTheCleanAir Belowis a list of housing-related Guiile: How to ldmffi anil CorrectIniloor Air Problemsin Your Home,a publication of the CanadaMortgageand Housing Commission,revised 1998: Housing-Related Health Effects Allergic rhinitis
Impaired lung function
Anemia
Impaired vision
Asthma
Impaired coordination
Asbestosis
Influenza
Cancer
Irarning impairment
Cardiovascular stress
Liver and kidney damage
Coughing sinus congestion
Lossof bone calcium
Digestiveproblems
Nervous system depression
Dizziness
Nose bleeds
Dry chapped or irritated skin
Pneumonia
Emphysema
Rashes
Eyg nose, throat irritation
Respiratory distress
Fatigue
Respiratoryinfection
Headaches
Shortnessof breath
Establishing a healthy living space is extremely importanL especially as indicated by the amount of time spent indoors. It is imperative to make our homes safe,as our workplace or schools,etc., are often beyond our control.
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PROBLEMS CONTRIBUTING TOSICKBUILDING SYNDROME Homes, schools, offices, and institutions which are responsible for illness of their occupantsare calledSick Buildings.Symptoms causedby Sick Buildings are called Sick Building Syndrome.This was first officially defined by the World Health Organization(WHO) in 1983. . inadequateor complete lack of maintenanceof existing ventilation systemsdue to lack of fun{s, etc. (effectivemaintenance is expensive) o introduction to the building of new equipment or activitiesfor which original ventilation systemswere not designed r changing policies on standardsof ventilation in the building o 70-8oo/oof contaminated air merely recycled(only 200lofresh air added to ventilation)
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some architectural designsand ventilation designsare faulty in
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themselves: - open concept of offices:use of partitions - "well" type of construction
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. renovation in offices with inadequate protection of individuals in the same spaceor adiacentoffices - formaldehydes,paints, solvents,caulking materials,glues,new carpets,etc., are all hazardousto health from 2 weeksto 8 months
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after renovation,dependingon the type of material used and ventilation systemsin place e partitions made of synthetic fabrics-same problem as carpets o different hazardousactivitiesin buildings with inadequate (or lack of) existing exhaustingand ventilation systems - photography (formaldehyde) :ing
- copying facilities (solvents) - dry cleaning (solvents) - laminations (heatedplastic,phtalates) o computers - electromagneticradiation from video terminals, wires, transmitters,etc.
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- some people are surrounded by them from all sides - outgassingfrom heatedplastic parts office supplies - newsprint, papers,carbonlesspaper,liquid paper, markers,rubber
icals;
bands, copying machine toners and solvents,etc. . personal use scentedproducts - perfirmes,colognes,hair sprays,shampoo, conditioners, deodorizers,detergents,fabric softeners
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The maiority of these products used at home, office and school, not only affect health but also decrease productivity. The chemicals mentioned belong to the three previously mentioned categoriesof pollutants, such as formaldehyde,synthetic ethyl alcohol and phenols.
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Tobaccosmoke is a definite health hazardboth to the smoker and the nonsmoker.In addition to the known relationshipbetweentobaccosmoke and
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chemicalsto passon aroma and flavour; sugaris added for taste.In addi-
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more contaminants. Note that both inhaled smoke and cigarettesleft burn-
pounds,
ing are a problem. In short, tobacco smoking interfereswith any possibility
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of improvement, especiallyfor the hypersensitive,whether they or someone
products
they live with smokes.
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Tobacco Smoke and Children: Itwas known by 1986 that children of smokershave a 2oo/oto8oo/o greater risk of developing respiratory problems, such as asthma, bronchitis, and pneumonia, than do children of non-smokers. Some researchersnow speculatethat smoke from a father'scigarette inhaled by a smoking or non-smoking mother may have the same
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pounds, which can affect not only the respiratorysystem,but the central "Scents"are now widely used, and the number of nervoussystemas well.
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products being perfumed is increasing,while there has been little research into the effectsof inhaling fragrances.Most testing is for dermatological reactionsof primary users.There is little data on carcinogenicor neurotoxic effectsor potential effectson fetal development. Perfi.rmesoften present a major obstaclefor people with asthma, allergies,sensitivities,and chronic severeheadaches.Fragrancetopped the list of frustrations faced by people with exposure-relatedhealth problems, according to a t997 HEAL (Human Ecology Action League) member survey. Although many scent-freepolicies are being put into place voluntarily, not enoughworkplacesarecooperativeto the needsof sensitiveindividuals. Such placesof employment as hospitals,nursinghomes,medicalclinics,daycare
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facilities,schools,governmentservices,placesof worship, food handlers and "no scent" policy. I trust that one day perrestaurants,should all advocatea
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fumes will follow the fate of tobacco. Some regard perfirme as simply a pleasant fragrance,not realizing that
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they are also applying and inhaling a number of syntheticcompounds.There are sometimes between ten and one hundred compounds that are volatile
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or airborne in perfumes.Chemicals include acetone,ethanol, limonene, toluene, phenol, benzaldehyde, b enzylacetate,b enzyl alcohol, camPhor,
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ethyl acetate,methyl chloride, pinene, terpinene, toluene, linlool, etc., with resultant health effectsincluding dizziness,nausea,slurred speech,respiratory and eye irritation. Although it is widely accept€dthat allergic reactions,especiallyasthma, can be aggravatedby perfirmes acting as an irritant to the inflamed airways of the allergic sufferer;environmental illnesses,such as chronic fatigue syndrome, multiple chemical sensitivity and fibromyalgia, do not get the consideration they deservein the matter of fragrances.
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- Perfumesneed not be used at all (including personalcare products)-seek out and use products with no fragrance,or very low residual fragrance.
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- Do not use air freshenersor other environmental fragrance productsin the home. Do not use scentedcleaningproducts or fabric conditioners. . School
Staff should be encouragednot to wear perfi.rme. "no scent" poliry. Introduce Encouragescent-freecleaning products.
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Office personnelshould be encouragednot to wear perfume. Having an allergicreaction or an asthmaticattack in the office becauseof others' perfirme is not a pleasant or necessaryexperience.
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ICS PLAST These man-made substancesconstantly outgas,particularlywhen heated. The general rule of thumb is the more flexible and odourous a new plastic,
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the more likely it is to causeproblems. With this in mind, the worst offend-
[here
ers are soft plastics, such as shower curtains, tablecloths, toys, shopping
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bags, upholstery materials, combs, brushes, pillow and mattress cases,
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handbags,shoes,plastic wrap, and so on. See also Hormone Disrupting
rhor,
chemicals (page270) and also cancer causesand Prevention(pug" 301).
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Formsof Plastic o Acrylonitrile (Lucite/Plexiglass)
hma, rways
o Epoxl Resins o Latex (see next page)
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' Nylon o Phenol-Formaldehyde(Bakelite)
mation
o Polyester-this material releasesthe most fumes . Polyurethane-releases toluene disocyanatethat can causepulmonary
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skin and eye problems o Polyvrnyl chloride (PvC)-releases vinyl chloride . Polyvrnylpynolidone (PVP)-in hairspray o Tetrafluoroethylene(Teflon)-produces poisonous gaseswhen burnt, possibly when heated . Polystfrene (styrofoam) ;rance
Plasticizers oners.
o chemicals(phthalates,BisphenolA) added to plasticto keep it soft and flexible (the new car smell, toys,etc.).
Contacts rrrckin tor
o Plasticfood storagecontainersand plasticwrap contaminatefbod through the migration of plasticizers. This occursevenmore readily when the containersare heated or used in a microwave.
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Contact lenses/eyeglasses,hair and tooth brushes Lamp shades,often coated in plastic,which is particularly offensive when heated by the bulb.
. Rug pads,bakelitehandleson pots, self-stickshelf paper (may also have added pesticides),shower curtains,plastic coated papers,teflon, SilveStoneplastic coatingson pots, irons, ironing board covers,plastic wrap for clothing, furniture, toys, food, etc.
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Latex allergy has recently become a maior problem for many individuals, particularly health careworkers, as they are exposedto natural rubber latex
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from gloves used in medical and dental practices.Latex is made from the sap of the rubber tree (Heveabrasiliensis).Latex allergy often begins with a rash on the hands when using natural rubber latex gloves.Other allergic symptoms include hay fever type reactions,such as itchy swollen eyes,mnny nose,and sneezing.Some individuals may develop asthmasymptoms, such as chest tightness,wheezing, coughing, shortnessof breath, and although uncommon, even anaphylacticreactions. Probably the best advicefor someonewith a latex allergyis
"avoidance."
Avoid contact with natural rubber latex products such as those listed in the table on the next page.Non-latexsubstitutesare availablefor most commonly used natural rubber latex products. Remember to contact your doctor or dentist before your visit to warn them of your latex allergy.If you work in high latex exposure areas and have skin irritation, hay fever or asthma symptoms, you should adviseyour employerand consulta physicianabout
Toysand balloon soccer b; coatedor h a nl d es Furn ishin carpet bd M e d i cPa - condo diaphr - medic
your treatment. Obtain and wear a Medic Alert bracelet if your allergy is severe.Prior to surgery you should consultyour physicianabout the need for a latex-freeoperatingenvironment.
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gloves Housework-cleaning
r the ith a ergic Inny such rugh nce. n the ronly or or rrk in thma about rgy is ed for
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Toys andSporting Goodsrubber balloons, ducks, soccer balls, volleyballs, coated or tapedracquet handles
(for Many fabrics elastic aren0trubber "Spandex" instance and"Lycra"), butelastic webbing often contains rubber Gloves area major source ofexposure because theyareindirect contact withthe skinfora longtimeandmaygiveoffan allergenic dust-use nitrile, neoprene, vinyl gloves orcopolymer (foiltype)balloons, Mylar leather balls
Furnishings-rubber mats, Mostfoamrubber is polyurethane foamand carpet backing, foam rubber w i l ln o tc a u sper o b l e m s Medical Products - condoms, female condoms, Synthetic rubber ornatural membrane condoms diaphragms - medical gloves, gloves dental dams Aswithhousehold above, use0nlygloves
made withsynthetic materials firstaidtape, bandages Some brands latex donotcontain natural rubber products surgical Your doctor willhave access tonon-latex , blood pressure cuffs, catheters, etc. substitutes (Medical DeuicesBureau,Health ProtectionBranch,H e a l t h C a n a d a 1 - 8 0 0 - 2 6 7 - 9 6 75 . This chart was ad.apted from a Guidelinefor Allergic Patients produced by the Ctrnadiun Societyof Allergyand Clinical Immunology(CSACI) called Natural Rubber Latex Allergy.
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FABRICS
N a t u r aI l
Generallyspeaking,natural fibres are more satisfactoryfor clothing, linens and furnishings than materialsthat have to be artificially processed.Syn-
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thetic fabrics are bothersome not only becausethey are derived from petroleum, but also becausethey hold electricalcharges(static) and will attact
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unwanted pollution particles.It is important to use untreated natural fibres as any of the following treatments involve the use of formaldehyde plastic
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resins,and so on: water repellent,stain resistant,flame resiStant,wrinkle resistant,moth proof, crush proo{, increasedelasticity,and permanent press' Other factors to consider when choosing a fabric are: . bonded fabrics involve the irse of glue o imported fabrics are often sprayedwith pesticides o bleaching altersthe fabric and may be bothersome .
o many cottons are sized with polyesterresin . dyes are set in conjunction with formaldehyde,the more intense the colour the more troublesome
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Based) Fibres(Petroleum Synthetic o Nylon, rayon, acetate,acrilon, acrylic,orlon, dacron, polyester o Nylon is the least offensive and polyesterthe most o Some rayons,rayon/viscoseare produced from wood fibres, possibly containing pine tree resins
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Vegetable . Seed-cotton, kapok . Bast-f jute,hemP, ramie, lax/linen,
Welltolerated . lnorganic-glass, rock,slaq, tinselthread
kenaf mallow, lndian . Leaf-abaca, cantala hemp, Zealand sisal, . Fruit-coir the
welltolerated Reasonably Mineral . Asbestos-dangerous, base carcin0genic, . Regenerated-cellulose protein base viscose rayon, e.9., never to beused . S e m i - s y n t h e t i c - c ebl a l usl eo s e raYon acetylated acetate, e.9., Animal .Silk-insects
ibly
Poorly tolerated ' Synthetic-polymerization
. Hair-wool, goat(mohair cashmere, (camel, goathair), alpaca), vicuna, camel
polyvinyl, polyethylene, e.9., (Acrylic) polyacrylonitrile
horse llama,
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Nylon garmentsare often plasticcoated.
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Dry-cleaningprocessesleaveresidues.
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Rubberin bras and elastictopped underwearcan causeproblenls
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Bleaches,fabric softeners,antistaticagentsused in home laundry productscan neverbe completelywashedout.
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Clothing picks up odours very easily.(For this reason,keep soiled clothing out of the room in which you sleep.) o o
Old syntheticsmay be tolerable due to repeatedwashings. Vinyl and leather articlesof clothing can emit strong odours.
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THOUGHT F O OF DO R sensitiveindividuals discoverthat they react to food Manyenvironmentally they eat. It might be the food itself, a chemical used at some stageof its production, or one of.the naturally occurring chemicalsfound within foods (see natural phenols,page 104).The following pageswill touch upon the concept of food sensitivitiesand the quality of foods we ingest.More specifically,we will look at common contactswith, and alternativesto, allergenic foods.
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These foodallergens often p r o d u caen a p h y l a x i s
N o n - i m m u n o l or eg ai ccat il o dn us et o : - toxicsubstance (e.9., caffeine)
( e . 9p. ,e a n uf its, hs, e a f o o d
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Food allergyand food sensitivityboth result in a definite cause-and-effect
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relationship between a food and the production of symptoms. Non-
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immunological responsesappearto be more prevalent;but, in Somecases,
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additional stressis being placedon the individual'sbody. Avoidanceis the
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key to reducing that stress. Note:In the following pages,the term food sensitiuitywill be used to indicate
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a problem with a food without differentiating asto the causeof the reaction.
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foodsensitivity: factorsthatcaninfluence Some
basis.Hor,
. speedof ingestion, which is acceleratedby alcoholic beverages o degreeofusage
reactions.
. food combinations
patient to
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o potential of food for sensitization . other seasonalsensitivities-cross-reaction of food with pollens . condition of food-raw or cooked
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Note:Some sensitive individuals can be bothered and become sick iust by
food has t
the smell of food alone. Any food can causereactions;however,the following foods are particularly
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DE N S I T I V I T I E S C Y C L I CFAO LOS tively,
Fortunately,the majority of food sensitivitiesarecyclical.[n such cases,after a period of strict avoidance, (usually three months for children and six months for adults), the offending food can be reintroduced on a rotational basis.However,over-indulgencemay lead to the food's once again causing reactions.The difficulty lies in the fact that the reaction may not be the same as before, presenting with different symptoms. This may lead the patient to think that something else is causingthe reaction or illness. It's best to go back and review the food-eating pattern and preferably reintroduce the rotation diet (seepage 222).
DE N S I T I V I T I E S FIXEF DO O S In contrast, fixed food sensitivitieswill not change;no matter how long a
iust by
food has been avoided, or how little is eaten.
cularly
A NA P H Y L ASX I Anaphylaxisis a severe,life-threateningreaction characterizedby a drop in blood pressurethat, if not treated immediately, can result in death. Foods to which you are anaphylactic must be avoided for life, and it is recommended that you carry an Epi-Penwith you at all times.
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D I G E S T IO OFNA F O O D The body requires orygen, carbohydrates,fats, protein, minerals, vitamitrs and water in order to function. We derive these nutrients from the air we breathe and from every-dayfood and drink; then digestiveprocessesbreak them down into forms accessibleto our body cells.Keepin mind that a reaction can occur at any point during the digestionof food. A study conducted on 376 patients found that the earliestreaction occurred in three minutes.
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tion within thirty minutes. The length of time required for the digestiveprocessvariesaccording to
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Time in small intestine-approximately six hours
. disacc
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Other important processesbeside digestion play a role in the maintenance of proper nutrition: o absorption, through mucous membranes,of digestedfoods, which are
Comple . starch
then transported by blood and lymph to all organs
. glycog
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assimilation of nutrients by different organs
a
elimination through the G.I. tract, kidney, lungs and skin (a proper
. fibre ( . durinl
bowel movement is essentialfor the well-being of the person)
blood
Any of the above mentioned is dependentupon the energeticprocesses
utilize . excess
of the entire bodv's metabolism.
as fat
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assistin the breakdown of body fat to energy
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sucrose(glucose+ fructose)
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Carbohydrates: Complex :h arb
. starches(energy storagein plants) o glycogen (energystoragein animals) o fibre (structural part of plant)
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o during digestion, all carbohydratesare broken down into glucose;the blood then transportsthis to body cells,where the energycan be utilized . excesscarbohydratesare stored as glycogenfor short-term needs and as fat deposits for long-term requirements
R e c o m m e n dNeudt r i e nItn t a k ef o r C a n a d i a n s . carbohydrates,with an emphasison the complex variety,should comprise6}0/oof daily caloric intake :of
o a maximum of 10 grams of simple carbohydratesper day o between 15-30 gramsof fibre per day
F o o dH s i q hi n S i m p l S e ugars :at the
. refined sugars . concentratedsweeteners,e.g.,maple symp, honey . fruit juice, milk, vegetables
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PROTEINS
LIPIDS of Proteins Roles o provide ihe basic building blocks (amino acids) for the structural material of the body (building and rebuilding of body cells)
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Facts o protein = chain of amino acids o there are eight amino acidsconsidered "essential"as they can only be provided by food: valine, leucine, isoleucine,lysine, methionine, treomine, phenylalanine,tryptophan o protein-rich foods also contain fats and carbohydrates(no one nutrient stands alone in any food source) o protein from plants is incomplete
Facts . Lipid o Num of tht . Trigl) o Digl} o phosl
. complementary proteins involve two or more vegetablesourcesof
1 gly,
protein which, when eaten individually, are lacking in an essential
role i
amino acid but, when eatentogether,supply a full complement. . Complementaryprotein combinations include: - legumes+ grains (e.g.,kidney beanson rice) - legumes+ nuts or seeds(e.g.,chick pea patties+ tahini) - grains+ nuts or seeds(e.g.,almond butter on rye crackers)
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- dairy + grains(e.g.,oatmealwith goat'smilk) - dairy + nuts or seeds(".g., yogr.trtwith walnuts or flaxseed) o Proper intake of complementaryproteins is essentialin vegetariandiets Recommended Nutrient Intake for Canadians o Proteins should comprise at least T0 o/oof daily caloric intake
LIPIDS of Fats Roles o efficient storageof energy (carbohydratesmust be presentto burn it trs at
effectively) . supply essentialfats and fat-solublevitamins
stion,
. add taste and aroma to foods o protect body organsand provides insulating layer o provide feeling of fullness
Facts ly ne,
. Lipid = 1 glycerol molecule + fatty acid molecules o Number and configuration of the fatty acids provide the characteristics of the lipid . Triglyceridesare the most common; they are made up of 3 fatty acids o Diglycerides= 2 fatty acids,monoglycerides= 1 fatty acid . Phospholipids are found in food and in our bgdy. They are made up of'
of
1 glycerol + 2 fatty acids + 1 phosphorus-containingacid, they play a
al
role in the health of cell membranes,lethicin is a phospholipid . Cholesterolis manufacturedin animals.It is the basefor production of some hormones.It can accumulatealong the blood transportati
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Dietary cholesterolintake should be no more than 300 mg per day
Margarir
Essential fatty acids (EFAs):refersto those fats that the body cannot
which re
manufactureitself; linoleic acid and linolenic acid.'Iheseare found in
saturated
fish and vegetableoils. EFAsplay an integralrole in everysinglecell
even mo.
of the body, and are especiallyimportant for the function of the brain.
They als<
They are necessaryfor adults and particularly children. . Cold pressed:refersto oils with minimal processing,and therefore
The P:S l rated fats
greaterretention of nutrients. A conciseand helpful guide to proper use of oils can be found in the following book: Cood Fatsand Oilsby SiegfriedGursche,(Alive Books,2000). Disorderin Psychiatry by Spectrum An excellentbook on essentialfatty acidsis Phospholipid Glen Peetand David Horrobin, (Marius,U.K. 1999).
and their Safflc Sunfl Com Peanr
C o n f i g u r a t ioofnL i p i d s
A l la v a i l a b l e
f i l yl e d N o ct o m p l e t e
to Hydrogen is added
c a r b obno n dasr ef i l l e d
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fats, unsaturated
withhydrogen
e d - o n e f i l l i n tgh ea v a i l a b l e M o n o u n sr a t u
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temperature
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fat saturated
C o mfer o ma n i m a l
T h i si sd o n et o m a k e Polyunsaturated-more
sources ands0me plants coconut, e.9.,
t h a no n eh y d r o g e n
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temperature room
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E x t r e m ei m l yp o r t a n t
besaturated
f o rf u n c t i oonf a r t e r i e s ,
t h el i q u i m d o r es o l i d m i s s i neg.,9 .s,a f f l o w e r a n dt o h e l pp r e s e r ivte
brain a n de v e r cy e l l membrane
RECOM o Heah
daily . Redu eaten o Your acids use ir fatty wise 30o/o
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Margarine, an exampleof a hydrogenatedfat, is a sourceof trans fatty acids, which representa major dietaryrisk factorfor prematureheart disease.Like
:ell
saturatedfats,trans fats raiseLDL cholesterol("bad" cholesterol),but they'rr: "good" cholesterol. evenmore harmful becausethey also lower the HDL or
brain.
They also may stiffen the cell membrane leading to impaired function.
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fats comparedto satri" The P:S Ratio refersto the ratio of polynrnsaturated
rd in
ratedfats.The higher the ratio, the better the oil. Below are listed some oils rk:
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and their P:Sratio: Safflower
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Corn/soy
3:1
Peanut
1:1
CANADIANS R E C O M M E NNDUETDR I EINNTT A KFEO R o Health Canadarecommendsthat you get no more than 30% utr1,.,' daily caloriesfrom fats o Reducefat intake and increaseP:Sratio (fat is linked to cancerwhen eaten in excess;polyunsaturatedfats lower blood cholesterol) o Your body needsa certain amount of fat for energy and essentialfiltty, .rir , acidsfor specificmetabolic functions. Fat helps your body absc''rl-r use important fat-solublevitamins A, D, E, and K and some types oi fatty acids,?.E.,Omega-3,actuallyprotectagainstheart disease.Jusl i,.: wise in your choice;stay away from margarine,and staywithin the 307orecommendedamount.
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F a tC o n t e not f S o m eC o m m oFno o d s
cream cheese h o td o g s peanut butter luncheo mne a t s e g g sf r, i e do r scrambled g r o u nbde e f c h i c k ewni n g s
pork, beef, lamb (leam n e aot n l y )
f i s hs, h e lilsf h( b a k e d ,
e g g sb,o i l eodr poached o r g am n e a t(sk i d n e y ,
b r e a db,a g e l s ,
heart, liver)
skim milk
c a n n esda l m otnu,n a ( o i lp a c k e d )
a l lf r u i t sa n dj u i c e s
b r o i l esdt,e a m e d ) E n g l i smhu f f i n s legumes
spareribs
l{ote: When a label indicates"vegetableoil," it can be from any number of sources,the most common being soy,peanut,coconut, corn, and palm. Lard generallycomesfrom pork.
Q U A L I TLYE V E LOSFE A T I N G Remember:the leastprocessedand stored organic food is the best source of vitamins, minerals,essentialoils and antioxidants.Trv to eat as much as possiblefrom Levels1 and 2.
1. As Mother Nature createdit, with nothing added and minimal preparation.Fresh.
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ber of
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Powdered eggs
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Dry roastednuts
o White flour
Frozen/cannedfish
Creamedcottagecheese
o Drug-free meats
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a. Highly refined, processed,packagedfoods. source ,uch as
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In an effort to produce more cosmeticallypleasing, long-lasting, and convenient foods, the food and agriculture industries modiff the natural state of our daily bread.In fact so do we, eachtime we chop, whip, cook or oth"processing"will erwisetransform our groceriesinto dinner. Any amount of have a detrimental effectupon the nutrients contained within a food, nutri-
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ents essentialto the effectivefunctioning of the human body. For this reason alone, we owe it to ourselvesto seriouslystudy the quality and contents of the foods we eat, beginning with the processingthat takes place in our kitchen. The previous page outlines quality levelsof food preparation, level one being the highestand four the lowest.
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AWAY! ANAPPLEA DAYMAYNOTKEEPTHEDOCTOR The story of the commercially produced apple pie from tree plate.
HARVESTING Dusting Dipping Soaking Desprouting I conI state rr oth3" will nutri-
lndustrial waste Pesticides Herbicides Fungicides Heavy Metals
SOIL
teason :nts of in our r, level
PROCESSING/LOSS OFNUTRIENTS + colouring,flavouring, flavour enhancers, bleaching, maturing, agents, texture anti-caking, conditioning, acid/base balancing firming agents, additives, enrichers
PACKAGING gassing, waxing, colourinq, lrradiation plastic residues, + possible preservatives
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The averageapple is sprayedwith pesticidesseventeentimes, from bud stage in the spring until harvesttime. And the picture isn't much better for animal-sourcefoods, when you considercontaminatedwater and animal feed,chemicalsprayingof animals, antibiotics, hormones, drugs and packaging. Below is a table showing seventeendifferent neurotoxic pesticidesfound on eleven fruits and vegetablesby the US PesticideData Program. This table which continues on the next pagq was taken from the Environmental Work-
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Chlo D i az i Mimt Ethi r M eth Ome
ing Group, compiled from USDA Agricultural Marketing Service,Pesticide Data Programsummary of 1992 in April 1994.The list is limited to only organophosphateinsecticidesdetectedby the PesticideData Program.
It is Indivir
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Acephate A z i n p ho s-Me th. ylChlorpyrifos . Diazinon . Azinphos-Methyl Chlorpyrifos . Me th a mi d aphos Demethoate . Parathion D i a z i no n Chlorpyrifos . Paathion-Methyl Dimethoate Diazinon Et h i o n Dimethoate 0 m e t ho a te Methamidaphos Parathion Mevinphos P a r a t h i o n -Me th yl 0methoate Ph o s al o n e Parathion-Methyl P h o s me t
proces (Refer and H
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Acephate A zi n p h o s' MethylAcephate Azinphos-MethylChlorpyrifos os f C h l o rp yri Diazinon Chlor pyr ifos D i a zi n o n Dimethoate Demeton D i me th o ate Sulfone Disolfoton Me th a mi daphos Demeton- Sulfone Metham idaphos Diazinon Me vi n p h os Mevinphos Dimethoate 0 me th o a te 0methoate Ethion P a ra th i o n M etham idaphos Parathion-Methyl P a ra th i o n- M ethyl 0methoate P h o sme t Par athion Parathion-Methyl
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Azinphos-Methyl A ce p hate A zi n p hos- MethylDi a z i nno Demethoate osif C h l o rpyr M e t h a d ai ot hn Diazinon Methamidaphos D i me thoate Me th amidaphos P h o r a tSeu l f o n e Me vi nphos P a ra thion P a ra thion- Methyl P h o sm et
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It is aluays preferable to eat organic food.
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Individuals are increasinglyturning to organic foods and avoiding packaeedl
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Herbicidesand Fungicideson page 91, (Referto the section on Pesticides,
processedfoods in favour of the homemade meal, and with good reasLi{r. and Hormone Disrupting Chemicalson page270 for more information).
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OODS O R G A NFI C The better the soil, the better crops and food. Without soil, we would have no air to breathe,no cleanwater to drink and no food to eat. Soil is indis-
lethyl
pensableand sustainsus. The biology of soil is more complicated than
I
other ecosystemsas it contains most of the earth's biodiversity. One teaspoon of top soil contains more than one million bacteria,forty miles of
s
fungi, hundredsof thousandsof amoeba,hundredsof tiny worms. AII work hard at shreddingand decomposingso that we can live. Globally, surface
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soil holds twice the amount of carbonthan that of all earth'svegetationand atmospheretogether.Tampering with soil could have a global effect on climate as well. Organic farming, producing organicfoods, eliminatespesticides,fertil-
Methyl
izers,antibiotics and gowth hormones (exceptthose allowed by the organir' certificationstandardsof certificationagencies)and not using genetically modified plants, promotes the use of crop rotations and cover crops,rlnd encouragesbalancedhost/predatorrelationships.
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Disallowed products and practicesmust not be employed for at least three years prior to harvest in order to be labelled certified organic. And
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organic feedsfor at least Iivestock must be raised organicallyand fed 100o/o
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twelve months before slaughtering.
Source:
Organic foods not only contain fewer chemicals(no food is completely uncontaminated today) and tastebetter, they also contain more nutrients.
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Mz
Tomas Nimmo CanadaRepresentative:
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Phone:(705) 443-4444,Fax:(705) 444-0380
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E-mail: organix@ georgian.net
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SBDFG-Society for Bio-Dynamic Farming and Gardening in Ontario PresidentUlli Hack c/o PeterLinke, 162 Church Street,Orangeville,Ontario L9Y 4W3 Phone: (905) 94r-4525 The B.D. Societycertifiesgrowersaccordingthe their standardsusing "Demeter" the certification mark on their products.
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S O U R CO EF SI N F O R M A T I O N COAB-Canadian
Organic Advisory Board
Phone/Fax (2Oa) 434-6018 I nternet: http://www.coab.ca COG-Canadian
Organic Growers Inc.
Phone: (877) 677-6055 Fax (613) 757-129r I ntemet: http://www.co g.ca EAP-Ecological
Agriculture Project
Internet: http://www.eap. mcgill.ca EFAO-Ecological Farmers Association of Ontario Phone:(519) 335-3357 F a x (5 1 e )3 3 s-3 s1 6 Internet: http://www.gks.com/efao/index.html OMAFRA-Ontario
$inistry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Alfairs Internet: http://www. gov.on.ca/OMAFRA/ Martin, Hugh. OrganicFarmingin Ontario FactsheetOrder # 9ti t-r;'),.i publication provided by the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rrrral
Affairs,Iune 1998.
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A tt A T i M C T :N EP A t i C N H E A L I NTGH EP L A N E O !.::!.r:tF4r.!,1rt:j!.t1fr!tl1ta:1it:ii;iratl.r.iiit!;.!*llii:lli:ij.n
BOX? AGRIBUSINESS-PANDORA'S ENGINEERED GENETICALLY
their .
GMO (genetically modified organisms), GM (genetically modified), biotech foods, frankenfoods, terminator seeds.Almost thirty years old, of differentspecies(not geneticengineering(GE) has led to cross-breeding
ignorr
known in nature). This means inserting the genetic material of the DNA from plants, animals, insects,soil micro-organisms,bacteria,viruses or humans into other plants or animals in order to develop certain desired
.Al
characteristicssuch as:resistanceto certain pests,an increasedtolerancefor larger amounts of pesticides,bigger or faster growth, change in texture of the final product or ability to grow in an environment in which it is not usually found. Some examplesare strawberrieswith arctic char genes,human genesin pigs, Bt bacterium inserted into corn, potato with iellyfish genesto glow
oEr ot
Cft
oVi wl oEv
pc w( From i
when they need to be waiered, super GE-enhancedsalmon-twice as large as any salmon in history-vegetables with scorpion genes,tomato with
.ha
flounder genes,GE cows that produce milk similar to human breastmilk. The potential of this sort of inventive creation is appalling.
tsp
Too much about it is unpredictable.GMOs will themselvesevolve,interact with other organismsand mutate.They canbe neither recallednor contained'
o inr
There has been little scientific study about the short- or long-term health risks from GE crops and food. Many would agreethat this is worrisome, to
rh, thr
' Pf, ode o kil
say the least!
ode
Canadian geneticist and environmentalist David Suzuki at a Toronto "When industry (scientists)tuy these conferencein 2001 stated directly,
o cal
productsare safe,they areeither stupid or lying." It may be that they areboth. Biotechcompanies(often now mergedwith pharmaceuticalones),such
Some Arpad
Monsanto (Pharmacia),Dupont also as S;mgenta(Novartis,AstraZeneca), gaveus Agent Orange,toxic pesticides,toxic waste,silicon implants, asPar-
procec
tame, etc.Theseindustries'scienceis top secretand often deceptivein regards
Hir
to product safetY. Agricultural scientist Prof. Ann Clark of Guelph University,who has written extensivelyabout the risk of geneticengineering,points out that in
after p
GE po olm oHc
D r .J . K r o p 1 5 5
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their hasteto developGE crops,researchers either completelyneglectedor
e d),
ignored consideringinformation from other scientificdisciplinessuch as: o Entomology:e.g.,insectscan developcompletepesticideresistancein
old, (not )NA rs or ;ired e for re of i not
one singlegeneration o Agronomy: e.9.,sudden unexpectedmagnesium depletion in food crops impact on human physiology Virology: e.g.,GE crops promote the evolution of new virusesagainst which no defenceexists Evolutionary Genetics:e.g.,large crop failures of soy, cotton and some potato becausealteredgenesdiminished their ability to adapt to suddep weather changes.
resin glow Iarge with milk. rteract lined. realth
Froma global perspective, GEcropsaredetrimentalto human healthbecause*rt'v o have greaterrequirement for water (lowering water.tablesand stressing the world water supply even more) . speedup evolution of pesticide-resistantbugs (there are now more than 600 totally resistantpests,compared to 6 in I94Z) o increasethe need for pesticides o produce super weedsthrough cross-breedingwith wild plants o degradethe soil
TIe, to
. kill useful pollinators and beneficial bacteria . decreasecrops' nutritional value
)ronto
. causeresistanceof dangerousbacteriato antibiotics.
these : both. ), such rt also aspar:egards ho has that in
Some of the first researchdone on GE potatoes was carried out by prof. Arpad Pusztaiof the RowettInstitute of Scotland,who promptly lost his jol; after publicly stating he would not eat GE foods due to insufficient testing procedures.He has sincebecomeoutspokenon the topic of GM safety. His controversial researchindicated that after thirry days of feeding on GE potatoes,rats showed: o Immune disruption (immunosuppression,decreased thymus fur'rctir-'n) o Hormonal problems
O:N CP A t i C NAtt A T i M C 1 5 6 H E A L I NTGH EP L A N E T '/.i|,)..:i!if|i::i|j.j'|:.:i4:|!ii':|.Ni.'':;'i!i:'.ii1.].i;.i|'!,';i!,;!.,:l('.4!|:.:.i|].i||.i.it!:|:i'.:'.,.j4'i.ir,.;J!:i!.:!.i
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All
Retardedbrain $owth Gastrointestinal infl ammation
can for declart
His studiesresultedin an indefinite moratorium by the EuropeanUnion on all GE foods. Most of the world's countries and Europe have banned GE foods, except for the GE-producing USA and Canada.This is happening
McCai Simila, the sar Far
despite various polls showing, for instance,that 94o/oof Canadianswould want GE foods clearly labelled' prefer to avoid GE foods andTOo/o
AcresLt
canadian and us regulatory agencieshave approved the following GM
beans. have a
foods: o Canola
o Soybean
intelle<
. Corn (sweet and for popcorn)
o Squash
o Cotton
r Sugarbeet o Tomato
. Bul o As[
o Flax o Potato
oWr o Wri lear
All US dairy products are allowed to containebovine growth hormone (GE)' In additon, there are a number of GE ingredients that find their way into various foods such as: o Aspartame (Nutrasweet),which gets into 9000 products on the market
o Bec
T H EI
(and is a dangerousproduct in itself aside from the GE factor) o Baker'syeast
Gover
. Brewer'syeast
Consur
. Riboflavin (B2)
(Food r
o Alpha amylase
(Consu "lngred
r Hemicellulase o Lipase and Triaclyglycerol
o witl . the
Somevitamins may haveGE content.You can call the 1-800listed on most containersto ask about this. o spe, COCl
Dr.J. Krop 1 5 7
All
"iunk
food" containsGE products.The mafority of the North Ameri-
can food industry usesGE foods, although some companies have recently declaredthat they are or will be using GE-free products (".g., Gerber's, In On
McCain's, Frito-Lay).However,why, if Kellog's,Nestle, Heinz, Enfamil and
dGE
Similac can promise to produce GE-freefood for Europe, can't they do
:ning
the same for North America?
rould
Farmersspeakingto agricultural journalist StevenSprinkel, writing for
gGM
AcresUSA (Sept. 18, 1999), noted that animals refuseto eat GE corn or soy"What is it that they know instinctively that we ignore?" Since we beans. have apparently lost these self-preservinginstincts, we should use our intellects to reiect poorly researchedGE foods ando Buy organic Ask our local grocerymanagerto carry GE-freeproducts Write food industry companies demanding GE-freefood Write our government representativesdemanding GE-freefood or at leastadequatelabeling for informed choice
(GE).
Become educated,become concernedand become active.
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T H EL A B EG LAME G o v e r n i nbgo d i e s Consumer and CorporateAffairs Canada (Food and Drugs Act and Regulations) (Consumer Packagingand Labeling Act and Regulations) "lngredients must be listed in descendingorder of weight" o with the exceptionof the following, which can appearat the end of the ingredientlist in any order: - spices,seasoning,herbs (exceptsalt), natural & artificial flavours, flavour enhancers,food additives,vitamins, minerals and thcir ralts . specificingredientsmay changeweek to week,e.g.,may contain coconut oil, sov oil, corn oil.
TG H EP L A N E T : 0Pnaet i e natt a T i m e ts8 HEALIN
T h ef o l l o w i nigt e m sa r en o t r e q u i r etdo a p p e aor n t h e l a b e l
ANI
o mineral oil used to greasepans . additivesoccurringunintentionally e.g.,pesticideresidue o chemicals from packaging o ingredients of ingredients,e.g.,the constituents of margarine in a cake . GE food, on its own or as an ingredient
n o i n g r e d i e nl its t T h ef o l l o w i nrge g u i r e o bulk foods packagedby the retailer o products baked on the premises o meat and poultry cooked on the premises
m
. alcohol,vinegar o individually portioned foods, e.E.,mustard
Grasr
. vending machine and coffee truck foods o "one-bite" candies If you have allergiesor sensitivities,be sure to READ THE IA.BEL.A good rule is that if the product containstoo many chemicalsor namesyou can't pronounce, then don't buy it!
GRAINS These are the seedof the plant. They are high in carbohydrates,fibre, trace minerals,and B vitamins.They can provide a good sourceof protein when combined with seeds/nuts,legumes,or dairy products (see page 140 regardingcomplementaryproteins).
-
Goose Amar; Buckvr Spurg Arum Banan Canna Arrowr
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GRAIN
Husk
:ake
- inedible) (chaffe
(starch) Endosperm
Germ (seed forfuture)
GRAINS GrassFamily
good t can't
free Gluten ' corn . millet . rice . w i l dr i c e . teff . sorghum
Gluten containing ' barley ' rye ' spelt . wheat - oats . kamut 'triticale
NON-GRAIN ALTERATIVES
:, trace when ;e 140
family Goosefoot Amaranth family Buckwheat family S p u r gf a emily Arum Banana Canna Arrowroot
0uinoa Amaranth Buckwheat mandioca, Cassava, tapioca Arrowroot-many different kinds
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H I D D EFNO O IDN G R E D I E N T S
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The next few pagesgive information about the most commonly eatenfoods and their hidden forms, i.e., as they are used in various processedfoods and forms but not recognizedas such by the consumer' This can be a maior
.a( otc ob:
problem for allergic/sensitiveindividuals. Again, it is important to know
Some
how to read labels.
bacor bakin
CORN
bakin
Corn is a major allergen for many individuals. It is a hidden ingredient
bakin
most factory-Producedfoods.
beer cakes
Formsof Corn corn cereals
corn sugars
parchedcorn
corn flour
corn syrups
popcorn
corn meal
grits
vegetableoil
corn oil
hominy
corn starch
maize
fresh corn
canned corn
corn fritters
frozen corn
roastingears
succotash
candl carbo bev cereal cereal corn/ chili Chinr coffee
N a m easp p e a r i nogn i n g r e d i e nl at b e l s Cartose
Cerlose
Corn sugar
Corn starch
cooki,
Corn syrup
Dextrin
Dextrose
Dyno
cream
Fructose
Glucose
Dextrimaltose
Kremel
chewi
Marze
Maltose
Malt
Manitol
dates
Hydrolyzed
Puretose
Sorbitol
Sweetose
dietet
vegetableoil
C o m m oCno n t a c t s
eggno fritterr flour,
. paper cups,cartons,envelopes,stamps (corn starch)
fish, p
. some coughdrops,syTup,pills, tablets,suppositories,ointments . some corn-basedvitamin and mineral supplements
fried I fruits,
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. most alcoholic beverages ods
. adhesives
lnd
a
toothpastes,mouthwashes
rior
a
bath and body powders, starch for ironing clothing
low
categories corn of foodthatcouldcontain Some
rt in
bacon
f.nttg batters
preserves
baking, commercial
graham crackers
puddings
baking mixes
gravy
succotash
baking powder
hominy grits
starch
beer
hams
saladdressing
cakes
Harvard beets
sauces
candy
icing sugar
sausages
carbonated
icing
spaghetti
ice creams
sugar-glucose,
beverages cerealflakes
iams & jellies jello
symp
com, fresh
ketchup
sherbet
chili
leaveningagents
soup
Chinesefood
liquor
soy milks
coffee,instant
luncheon meats
shortening
cookies
meal
salt
cream pie fillings
margarine
tea, instant
chewing gum
MSC
tortilla
dates
noodles
vanillin
dietetic mixes
oil
vinegar
eggnog
popcorn
vegetables,
fritters
pastry
flour, bleached
peanut butter
vegetableoils
fish, processed
pickles
waffles
fried food
pizza
wines
fruits, processed
pork & beans
yogurt
cereals
fructose & dextrose
processed
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O:N CP A t i C NAtt A T i M C H E A L I NTGH EP L A N E T
Fortunately there are many corn free products on the market. When you do your shopping, read the labels and ask questions.Of course,if you make the product yourself, you can easilycut out the corn. Unfortunately, today, most of our corn is genetically modified, and regrettably it is not labelled as such; therefore, do you really know what you are eating?
Comm . pre lun .
C€fr
. nO( . che o drit . cor
WHEAT
roll
Wheat is also a common food allergen, and once again is found in many
ma
forms and foods.
o son o rwi
Formsof Ullheat
. bor o ice
flour starch-the carbohydrateminus the wheat protein gluten-the maior protein in wheat in isolatedform berry-the seed crackedwheat/bulgar (cracked,partially cooked, toasted)
. bal o thi( .wh
wheat germ
o son .me
wheat grass
o dur
couscous-ground semolinawheat, precooked wheat flakes
N a m eas p p e a r i nogn i n g r e d i e nl at b e l s wheat
wheat starch
whole wheat
wheat germ
enriched flour
crackedwheat flour
flour
farina
malt
durham flour
Graham flour-coarse type of whole wheat semolina-durham wheat flour with the bran and germ removed MSG (monosodium glutamatecan be wheat or beet derived) HVP (hydrolyzed vegetableprotein) HPP (hyd rolyzed,plant protein) TVP (texturedvegetableprotein)
A[TEI Wheat sible fc their o which eachin for tole toleratr
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C o m m oCno n t a c t s . preparedfoods; as a thickening agent/flour and as a filler e.g., luncheon meats,hotdogs, casseroles,sausages,hamburger mix o cerealfillers, cold cereals . noodles/pasta,couscous . cheesespread o drinks with malt, malted milk, Ovaltine, Postum o commercially prepared baked goods e.g.,biscuits,crackers,pretzels, rolls, breads,(even rye, soy,corn, pumpernickel and other breads
rany
may contain wheat) o some buctra,rrheat noodles and pancake mixes, croutons . zrarieback o bouillon cubes o ice cream,candy . baking powder o thickened salad dressingsand sauces,including mayonnaise . white vinegar . some alcoholic beverages . meats dredgedin flour before cooking . dumplings
FLOUR TOWHEAT ALTERNATIVES Wheat containsa high amount of gluten, an elasticprotein that is responsible for the distinct characteristicsof wheat bread. Alternatives will have their own specialqualities.After some experimentation,you will know which substituteswork best in various recipes.Pleasekeep in mind that eachindividual's sensitivitiesare unique, and any substitutesmust be tested for tolerance.Also, individuals who are gluten-sensitivewill not be able to tolerate any form of grain containing gluten. SG >lyzed
P A t i e natt a T i m e TN : C 1 6 4 H E A L I NTGH EP L A N EO
Replace1 cup white or whole wheat flour with:
s0Y Soy is
Amaranth
Arrowroot Barley B e a fnl o u r Buckwheat Chick Pea
+ 3/4cuprice 1cupamaranth, 1/4cupamaranth + 1/4cuparrowroot, 3i4cupamaranth tapioca or potato 112cup li2 to I cup 3/4cup 3/4cup
112 to 314cup C o rm n e aC l ,o rfnl o u r l c u pf i n ec 0 r n m eoat l l St ol c u pc o r n flour Cornstarch 112 to 314cup Kamut I cup Millet 1cup O a ft l o u r 78 cupto 11/2cup Potato flour 1/3cuppotatofour&2/3cupryef lour,112cuppotatof lour and1/2cupsoyflour Rice flour 3i4cupto78 cup, 5/8cupriceflourand1/3cupryeflour Rye
314 to I cup,l/2 cupryef lourand112 cupoatflour
soy
314to 78 cup
Spelt
I cup
Substitute Thickeners o Starches-affowroot, potato, tapioca o Flours-see above list o Vegetable-cooked puree of starchyvegetableor shredded raw starch vegetable o Nuts-Bround
BreadcruS mubb s t i t u t e s
bined bohyd standa proces encour page 1
Forms o Flo
. roi ad< Co o oil o Be: . Gri ap oMi ' Mir cal o Ter
. so)
Comm Baked Cerealr Meats
o Rice cereal,rice cakes,rye crackers,oat crackers,potato chips o Dried rye bread/essenebread-grated
Milk sr
o Nternative flours, oatmeal o Crated, starchyvegetable
Ice cre:
o Ground nuts
Ice cre; Sauces Salad<
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s0Y Soy is a member of the legume family. [t is an excellentprotein when combined with grains, seeds,or dairy products. It is low in fat, and high in carbohydrates and fibre. Its versatility and nutritional value have made it a
rto
standardin many easterncuisines.In North America it is used frequently in processedfoods and is becominga common food allergen.Soy may also be encounteredin non-food items and unfortunately is often a GE food (see p a g e1 5 4 .)
Forms o Flotir . Tofu-the bean is washed,soaked,ground and boiled. A coagulant i.r added to the resulting milk and the curd is formed into squares. Consistencyrangesfrom soft to firm.
r flour
oil f lour
a o
Bean Grits-TVP : (TexturedVegetableProtein)-highly p ro cessedto p rovi dr: a protein source resembling meat products Milk-soy milk, baby formula
o Miso-soy cheese:no lactoseor cholesterol,but it does contain calcium caseinate(milk derived protein) o Tempeh o Sov sauce arch
C o m m oCno n t a c t s Bakedgoods
Celluloid
Cereals
Linoleum
Meats
Adhesives
Milk substitutes
Nitroglycerine
Ice cream
Automobile parts
Ice cream substitutes
Massagecreams
Sauces
Papersizing
Saladdressings
Paperfinishes
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Candies(including carob chiPs)
Cloth, blankets
a
Buttt
Soups
Fertilizer
a
Clari
Butter substitutes
Glycerin
a
Chee
Custards
Varnish, paints
Printing inks
Candles
N a m e,s o Case o Lactr
D A I RP YR O D U C T S
o Lactr o Sodi
cow'sMILK Milk is another of North America'scommon food allerpiens,and once again it is a hidden ingredient in many processedand restaurant foods. Some
Commo
individuals get sick from milk becausethey cannot digest the sugar it contains; this is called lactoseintolerance.Others cannot tolerate the milk pro-
o Crea
tein and, although q/rnptoms may be similar, this is classified as a milk
o Boik
allergy or sensitivity.
o Fact<
. Bake
o Crea
o Cho, o Oval
Forms o Whole
(3.25o/ofat with a cream line)
. Man
o Homogenized
(3.25o/ofat with no creamline)
o Scall
' 2 percent
(2o/ofat)
o Fooc
t 1 percent
( 1olofat)
o Proc
. Skim
(lessthan 0.5% fat)
o Evaporated
(7.5o/ofat)
Note:If r
o Sweetenedcondensed
(8.s% fat)
unlessit suchas
' Dry milk
,;i#*',
o Creams,sour cream . Devonshire
(clotted cream)
Dairypr
. Filled milk
(dry milk, soy,vegetableor coconut oil)
tein, cal
o YogUrt
(milk plus friendly bacteria)
only ani
o Sour milk o Buttermilk
(lactic acid plus whole or skim milk)
of the w
(skim milk plus bacterialculture)
for thest
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Butter
(80% fat plus water plus milk solids)
Clarified butter (Chee)
(water and milk solids removed)
Cheeses
N a m easp p e a r i nogn i n q r e d i e nl at b e l s
agaln
. Casein(milk protein)
Lactose(milk sugar)
Curds
o Lactate
Calcium Caseinate
Caseinate
o Lactalbumin
Lactoglobulin
Milk Solids
o Sodium Caseinate
Whey (milk protein)
Cno n t a c t s Commo
Some
. Bakedgoods, breads,cookies,crackers
t con-
o Cream desserts,including ice cream and some sherbets
k pro-
o Creamedsoups, saucesand vegetables
milk
. Boiled saladdressings o Factory-madecandies,with the exception of hard candy . Chocolate/cocoadrinks, carob chips o Ovaltine and malted drinks o ManYeggdishes o Scalloped,au gratin, and masheddishes(e.g.,potato) o Foods fried in butter o Processedmeats ilote: If milk comesfrom the USA,it will contain Bovine Growth Hormone unlessit is organic.Milk additivesare presentin some non-dairy products such as margarine,so be sure to read labels.
t oil)
Dairy products are easyto eat and provide a good source of nutrients (protein, calcium), however,their value can be overestimated.Humans are the
.)
only animalswho continue to consumemilk afterbeing weaned.TWo-thirds of the world's population lacksthe lactaseenzyme,and milk consumption for thesepeople can causea severeproblem due to lactoseintolerance.Milk
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can alsobe a major sensitizerin utero for a susceptiblefetus.Lateron, it can
Kefir
be a major allergencausingmany newborn and childhood problems such
Kefir is
as upper respiratoryand ear infectionsand other allergy relatedproblems.
charor
Recently,milk consumption has been implicated in early onset diabetes
and ot
mellitus.
Chees
tr
GOAT'S MILK Someindividuals who cannot toleratecow'smilk can drink goat'smilk with no difficulty. The differencesare as follows: o Both milks contain lactose(milk sugar).
t
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o Both milks contain the protein casein. o Goat's milk contains whey, a protein that differs from that in cow's milk.
Mil All che contai
o The fat globules are smaller in goat'smilk and thereforeeasierto digest. o The calcium content in goat's milk is higher.
wine, I
o The folacin (folic acid) conrent in goat'smilk is lower.
Altern Milks Soymi
YOGU RT
Cow's orgoat'smilk
1C.sor
ffi_> Friendly bacteria (Lactobacillus bulgaricus andLactobacillus acidophilus arethemostcommonlv used)
Lactic acidand breakdown of milk, sugalprotein andfat
Casheu Il 2C . r lC. wa Almonr 5T. bla lC. wa Cocoru, 1C .un coconL
Dr.J. Krop
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t can
Kefir
lems.
Kefir is a fermented milk, which contains a blend of cultures including Saccharomyceskefir, Torula kefir, Lactobacillus caucasus,Streptococcuslactis,
betes
and other organisms.[t can be made from coq soy, goat and sheep'smilk.
such
Cheese Tl.*neY )curdsMllK
ffiffi
- Aged andpressed Shaped
Curdled
All cheese,with the exception of cottagecheese,contains mold. All cheese contains tyramine. This substanceis also found in chocolate,yogurt, red wine, gin, rye, and vodka. It can trigger migraine.
Products to DairY Alternatives Milks Soymilh
Let mixture sit for 2 hours, bring to a boil and
lC. soyflour + 4C.water simmer 20 min. Cool and strain, sweetento taste.
Cashewmilk ll2c. raw cashews+
Grind nuts until pasty,blend with wateruntil smooth,then add honeYand vanilla.
lC. water + lt. honey
rilk, rndfat
Almond milk
Blend ingredientsuntil smooth.
5T. blanched almonds + lC. water + lt. honev Strain through cheesecloth. Soak coconut in 1C. unsweetenedshredded water, blend and strain through cheesecl<-rth.
Coconutmilh
coconut + 2C. water
I 7 O H E A L I NTG H EP L A N EOTn: eP a t i e natt a T i m e
Nut milh
Soakovernight,blend to a pasteand add
In baki
ll2 C. nuts + 1C. liquid
liquid to desiredconsistency.
vegetab
SunflowerSeedMilh
Soak overnight,blend until a milk is
white
produced.Strain.
animal
1C. sunflower seeds nut but
+ 3 Il2 C. water Sesamemilh
Crind and refrigerate,use quickly.
1C. sesameseeds+
SWEE]
1 3/8C. water
All swer
Ricemilh
Blend until smooth and use in baking,
hydrogt
lC. cooked brown rice
desserts,etc.
defines
+ 1-3 C. water
sugars I drates,
Filtered or spring water
sugar) r
Vegetablecooking water
This en,
Fruit iuice and Fruit puree
bohydr
Goat'smilk
into glt functio.
Many of these milks can be found today as commercially preparedproducts
M or
in your local health food store and evenyour local grocerystore.fust be sure
Englanr
to read the label, so that you can make a wise choice.
Su$arpt In Cani
Butter o Nut butters (peanut,cashew,hazelnut,sesame,tahini, sunflower,etc.) o Soy butter (checkthe label for ingredients) . Pureed fruit o Avocadopaste o Sweetpotato, mashed o Fruit-sweetened fruit spread(availableat health food stores)
year,p€ The chromi and 98 minera
Forms Cranul
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In baking: vegetableoils
213 C. oil = lC. solid fat reduceother liquids and bake slightly longer at a lower temperature
animal fats
1C. lard (organicsource)
nut butters
use in the sameproportions as a soft butter
SWEETENERS All sweetenersare carbohydratesand, as such, they are made up of carbon, hydrogen, and oxygen.The means by which these elements are connecte{,l definesthe form of carbohydrates;cellulose,complex carbohydrates,simplr sugars(monosaccharides),or double sugars(disaccharides). All carbohydrates,with the exceptionof cellulose,are convertedinto glucose (blood sugar)during the digestiveprocess.Glucoseprovides the body with energy. This energyis most readily availablefrom the sugars.Starches(complex car bohydrates) must be broken into sugarsbefore they can be transformed into glucose;a cellulose is not digested,but provides bulk for the effective functioning of the digestivetract (seepage 137). 'oducts be sure
Most sugarsare derived from cane sugar.Historical data show that in England in 1815, a person consumedan averageof 15 pounds of refined sugarper year.By 1955,this figure had risento 120 pounds/yearper person. In Canada,the averagerefined sugarconsumption is closeto 180 pounds/ year,per person.
r, etc.)
The refining processof sugar (making it white), removes93oloof the chromium, 89o/oof manganese,98%oof cobalt,83o/oof copper,98o/oof zin, and 987o of the magnesiumthat is contained in raw sugar.All of these mineralsare essentialfor life.
Forms Cranules,crystals,powder, in foods and syrups. r White table sugar:from sugarcaneor sugarbeets;highly refined.
O:N CP A t i C NAtt A T i M C 1 7 2 H E A L I NTGH EP L A N E T !1:.a.:i!:!ra.ir7!i1:ri::::.:.1:!ta!4:J:tar,ttl:!.t1ili:+.ia:ai.!.t:/.:a.i:!;t:9rliLta.ii!/.41!a41ttj7.a?n:4!..!j.t!.;!..r:1.r!.!
Raw sugar:this is white sugarbefore the refining process.Unless it is
.St
organic, it contains various contaminants.
CC
Turbinado sugar:this goesthrough all refining stepsof white sugar,
wt
with the exception of the removal of molasses.
oSt
o
Brown sugar:white sugar plus molasses
M
o
Molasses:a by-product of cane sugarrefining. It is high in minerals,
w.
but contains chemical residue.
Sc
Barbados/unsulphuredmolasses:processingof sugarwith the express
h:
purpose of making molasses.
X;
Sorghum molasses:syrup from the iuice of the sorghum plant (a grain). Cane sugar syrup: similar to Barbadosmolasses.
Artifir
o
Maple symp/sugar
bitol,
a
Sucanat:from dried granulatedwhole cane iuice. Only the water is removed.
indivi
o Fructose:can be produced through the chemical splitting of sucrose
with r Ar
into glucoseand fructose,or the conversion of corn symp starches.
Equal
This sugar is 600losweeterthan white table sugar.
many
o Glucose: Corn syrup o Honey: Nectar (containing sucrose)is refined by the bee into
pose(
fructose + glucose+ water + sucrose.20 to 600losweeterthan white
Meth -ad
sugar.The flavour depends on the flower source.Do not feed to
free n
children lessthan one year, as it can transmit botulism.
food
o Barley malt symp: Can be 100% barley or a combination of barley and corn. 40 to 70o/oas sweetas white sugar. o Rice syrup/rice malt syrup: maltose @5o/o)+ glucose(3Vo) + complex carbohydrates(50olo) o Amasake:rice sweetener.Cultured brown rice is added to cooked
ucts amin conv( by so place
Starchis changedinto maltose+ glucose..
have
o
Date sugar:ground, dehydrateddates.Almost as sweetas white sugar.
amyc
o
Fruit iuice: concentratescan reachup to 660/oof the sweetnessof white su8ar.
heari glycer
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Stevia:a herb that is very sweet.It has no effect on blood sugar and contains no calories.Can be baked or cooked at any temperature without breakingdown. Sugaralcohols: Mannitol-from
ls,
corn glucosecan reachup to 650/oof the sweetnessof
white sugar Sorbitol-also from corn glucose,and almost as sweetas mannitol;
ress
has a slow rate of absorption and may causediarrhea Xylitol-from
b irchwood chips
:ain). Artificial sweetenerssuch as aspartame,saccharin,sodium cyclamate,sorbitol, TWink etc. are not recommended,especiallyfor chemically sensitive ts
individuals and children becauseof the negative heath effects associated with them.
)se S.
Aspartame is marketed under the popular names of NutraSweet'', Equalo, Spoonful"",and Equal-measure*,and is found as an ingredient in "sugar-free" candies, gum and diet soft drinks. Aspartame is commany posed of three chemicals-aspartic acid, phenylalanine and methanol.
te
Methanol makesup 10% of aspartameand is also known as wood alcohol -a deadly poison. When aspartameis heatedabove 86 degreesFahrenheit, free methanol is created.This can easilyoccur with improper storageof any food or beverageproduct containing aspartame,or when thesefood prod-
:y and
ucts are heated. When ingested, aspartame breaks down into three amino acids, as well as methanol. The continuing digestive processthen
plex
convertsthis methanol into formaldehyde. Aspartamehas been declared
I rice.
by some to be the most dangerousfood additive on the market, and sornr: placeit in the categoryof a "chemicalpoison." A few of the conditions that havebeen linked to excessive asparticexcitationinclude: multiple sclerosis,
;u8ar.
amyotrophic lateral sclerosis(ALS), memory loss, hormonal imbalance,
I white
hearing loss, epilepsy,Alzheimer's disease,Parkinson'sdisease,hvpo' problems.Even glycemia,AIDS dementia,brain lesionsand neuro-endocrine
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illnessessuch asthoseincurredby DesertStorm troops havebeen associated
Commr
which, with aspartameingestion.They were provided aspartamebeverages,
. Alcr
due to the desertconditions, were heatedto over 86 degrees.The troops
o Blar
returned home experiencingsymptoms mimicking those associatedwith
o Nul
chemical poisoning by formaldehyde.
o Smr o Vin o Pro,
YEAST
ketc
Yeastsare one-celledplants that are membersof the fungus family. In one
picl
pound of yeast,there are 3200 billion unique cells.Yeastwill grow in the
o Mal
presenceof any sugar and give off alcohol and carbon dioxide.
o Mis
Formsof Yeast
. Bak o Enri
Baker'sYeast o Used for leaveningbread, and found in many forms o Active dry yeast-yeast that has been freeze-driedto retain its activity
o Mill . Citr
o Instant or quick-riseyeasts-leaven bread more rapidly than activedry yeastalthough not recommendedfor most of the non-wheat bread
l{ote:F<
machine breads
trolling
Breuer's Yeast o Contained in alcoholic beverages such as beer
manyv€ your do Candid;
Wild Yeast o Leavensbread much more slowly than baker'syeast o 'Ihis yeastis a different strain than commercialbaker'syeast . Used in the production of sourdoughcultures(seesectionon sourdough,p. 176) Nutritional Yeast . Dried yeastused as a natural sourceof protein and B-complexvitamins
-
Alterni Baking 1
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*ifdg.4ia
lted
C o m m oCno n t a c t s
rich,
. Alcoholic beverages(seepage 100-101)
rops
. Black tea leaves
,,rrith
o Nutritional supplements . Smoked foods o Vinegar (grain or fruit + sugar+ yeast) o Products containing vinegar: mayonnaise,salad dressing,mustard, ketchup, sauces(worcestershire,steak,barbecue,chili, shrimp, pickles,
one r the
pickled foods, relishes,olives) . Malt (fermented from corn, wheat or barley) Miso, tempheh Baked goods, e.g.,breads,raiseddoughnuts, crackers,coffee cakes Enriched flour Milk fortified with yeast Citric acid a) lemon or pineapple juice + one of the fungus family
rty
b) fermented corn, sugarbeets,or molasses.
:dry l
Note: For individuals with mold sensitivitiesand/or yeast problems, controlling the intake of certain foods is essentialfor improvement. There are many versionsof the yeast-freediet, some more restrictivethan others.Should your doctor recommend such a diet for you, pleaserefer to the section on Candida management(pp. 69 and 230).
Alternative Leaveners Bahingpowder: Generally,premixed powders contain corn or wheat. Tb avoid these contacts,make your own. a) 1/2 tsp. creamof tartar + ll4 tsp. baking soda b) 314C. cream.oftartar + 9 Tbsp. baking soda + 6 Tbsp. potato starch min s
c) 2 parts arrowroot starch + 1 part baking soda + 1 part cream of tartar
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'lb
Form
replace2 tsp. of baking powder,include 1/2 tsp. baking soda and 1 cup of an acidic ingredient such aS: sour cream, milk, applesauce,mashed banana,or yogurt. Other recipeswill use varying amounts of baking soda
Eggy,
and unbuffered vitamin C powder.
Eggy,
Eggu
Whol
Sourdough Sourdough breadsare yeastbreadsthat are leavenedby a sourdough starter, or culture, rather than by commercialbaker'syeast.Sourdough culturescon-
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tain wild yeast and bacteria of the genus lactobacillusthat work together in a symbiotic relationship.The wild yeastproducesgas,which in turn causes
AIbun
the bread to rise, and the bacteria gives the bread its sour flavour. Some
Ovon
individuals who are allergicto commercialbaker'syeastwill toleratesourdough breads,and this may be becausethey are not allergicto wild yeast.
Comn
Sourdough cultures are most often startedwith wheat flour, but as it is fed with an alternative flour and transferred many times in the processof
Puddi
activating it, the wheat flour is diluted out.
Mayor
Baked
Be sure to read the label of any sourdough bread you propose to buy,
Souffl,
after, of course,checkingwith your environmental physician regardingyour
Bindet
individual sensitivitiesand consideringhis or her adviceon your tolerance.
Some Ice cre
EGGS
Regula
Many individuals are allergic/sensitiveto eggs.Frequently,the egg white is
Batter
the problem, although it is possibleto be sensitiveto the eggyolk aswell. In
Prepar
addition, the cooking method may make a difference.Eggsare a perfectand
Icing
nutrients,able to support most nutritionally balancedfood with all necessary the embryo and developingchick. Contrary to common beliel although eggs
Alterr
contain a lot of cholesterol,they actuallylower cholesterolwhen eatendue
' du,
to their high content of lecithin and omega-3 essentialfatty acids (EFA)
o ltl
Only organic eggs are able to yield a high level of omega-3EFAs.Fumiga-
. Stai
tion of hen-laying coops with flea-killing pesticideswhich penetratethe
o2tl
the omega-3EFAs. porous structureof eggshells,dramaticallydecreases
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cup
Forms
shed
Eggwhite Eggyolk
Meringue
Eggyolk solids
Powderedeggs
soda
Dried egg
Whole egg arter, con-
OT{I}IGREDIENT TABELS NAMESAPPEARING
rer in
Vitellin
Ovovitellin
auses
Albumin
Livetin
iome
Ovomucin
Ovomucoid
soureast.
contacts Common
sitis
Puddings, custards
Marshmallows
essof
Baked goods
Meringue
Mayonnaise
Boullion, consomm€
r buy,
Souffl€s
Eggdrop and noodle soup
I your rance.
Binder in meat dishes
Pasta
Some cheesemixes
Saucese.9.,mayonnaise,tartar, Hollandaise
Ice cream, sherbet
Vaccinesderived from eggs
Regularbaking powder
Dessertpowders
hite is
Batter for deep fat frying
French toast, pancakes,waffles
'ell. In
Preparedfoods
Malted milk drinks
ct and
Icing
rpport h eggs :n due (EFA) rmigalte the As.
Alternatives to Chicken Eggs . duck, turkey, or goose eggs o I tbsp. flaxseedpowder + 3 tbsp. water-boil until thickens slightly o starchyvegetables(greatwith meats) r 2 tbsp. fruit puree (works well in cookies) . ll2 tsp. baking powder + 2 tbsp. flour + Ll2 tbsp. fat.
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o 2 tbsp. water + 2 tsp. baking powder o for eggyolk replacementuse 1/2 tsp. baking powder + 2 tbsp. flour o for one eggwhite replacementuse 1 tsp. gelatin, 3 tbsp. cold water and 7 tsp. boiling water o for meringue replacementuse 5 tbsp. ground flaxseedand 5 cups of cold water; soak together for t hour, then simmer for 20 minutes; Strain and refrigerate,and beat as you would eggwhites'
BEEF
Form: Fresh l Come Liverw Soups:
PORK l{ote:I the ma
Forms Fresh
Cured
Processed
Roast,sausage,
Bacon & drippings,
Wieners,Vienna
Chops, Iiver
Pork & beans,
Kidney, cracklings
Ham, bacon bits,
Luncheon meats
Chitterlings
Pickled pig's feet,
mincemeat,Spam
Souse(head cheese)
Salt pork
Liverwurst
sausage
One o with fr organi
FLAX 'Th,
Contacts Common Lard & shortening
Margarine
Vegetablestock
Instant foods
Mayonnaise
Fried foods
Non-dairy creamer
Mexican food
Chinesefood
Polynesianfood
Potato chips
Candy bars
Ice cream
Gelatin,iello
Bakeryproducts
Glycerin products
Somedrugs
Clue
Forms . fab o foc
Comm o Cer r Sor o Fo< eHa
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BEEF ,f
Forms Fresh beef cuts
Veal (baby beef)
Gelatin
Corned beef
Pastrami
Sausage
Liverwurst
Sandwich meats
Wieners
Soups:Consommd
Glue used in drink
Bouillon
cartons and labels
Note: Liuer can comefrorn afly animal; beef, calf, pork,lamb, and chichenare the most common. One of the livels key functions is to remove waste producs ingested along with foods (e.g.,pesticides).Consequently,if liver is eaten,be sureto use an organic source.
FLAXSE ED o The seedof the flax plant; it is also known as linseed.
Forms . fabric-linen, damask,cambric,thread,toweling, oil cloth, art linen... o food -oil (linseed/flaxseed*),flour, seed
Common contacts o Cereals(e.g.,Red River) o Some cough remedies O
Fodder for cattle and poultry
o
Hair settinglotions (e.g.,Kremel)
O:N EP A t i C NAtt A T i M C I 8 O H E A L I NTGH EP L A N E T
o Furniture polish o Carron oil, linseedoil o Paints and varnishes o Linoleum (and linoleum dust) o Printer's and lithographic ink r Soft soap o Somedepilatories o EggrePlacer o Insulation (Bi-flax, Flaxlinum) o Rugs,straw mats o wax paper o Furniture stuffing o Fibre board *Never cookwith or heat flaxseedflinseeitoitfor human consumptionbecause it is poisonousin its heauil fo*.
GENE The mr load. It
Cold flaxseedoil is perfectlysafeto ingest and is used for many chronic, degenerativeand inflammatory conditions. It is an excellent supply of omega-3essentialfatty acidsthat are physiologically more effectivein com-
the strr
bination with omega-6 fatty acids,usually in a ratio of l:2.
individ
aspects o De, the o Lea par r Der the air o Tak o lml o Del . Chi bet
Management
G E N E RM A LA N A G E M C EN OT NCEPTS :onic,
The most effective treatment is to prevent the development of body r.,r'r,..f. load. If overload has alreadyoccurred,attention must be paid to redrr,.urg
rly of
the stressfactors. tn both cases,this involves careful management
com-
aspectscontributing to the individual's illness.The environmentally sensitive individual can exercisecontrol over his/her sensitivitiesby: t Developing greaterawarenessof the problems: how you react,wh.rt the problem involves,where problems can be encountered. Learning to avoid the trigger: complete avoidanceis best, but even partial avoidancehelps decreasethe load. Developinga repertoireof coping tactics:for example,take a walk in the fresh air after attendinga meetingwhere people smoked;pur .r,, air filter into your home or placeof work. O
a
Taking prescribedtreatmentextracts/ medications/ supplements. Improving the nutrition of the individual and family.
o
Detoxification using hydrotherapy,nutritional supplements.
a
Changing attitudestowardsthe environment,understandingthe rrniry between the environment and ourselves.
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Attitude
ano "When the goinggets tough, the tough get going."
the g
Environmentalillnessdoesnot disappear,but it can be brought under control. Recognitionand understandingis the first step towards making positive
Metl
change,but this must be followed by constructiveaction.
Like vidur mosl
Pacing "Slow and steadywins the race." It took time to reach a stateof overload, and reversalof the processdoes not occur overnight. In fact, tackling changestoo quickly can createadditional stressand cause the individual to give up on the very measuresttrat will make a difference in the long term. Set goals and work towards them.
B a l a n caen dM o d e r a t i o n "All things in moderation." It is impossible to eliminate all problem items from our lives.By modiffing areaswithin'our control, we can decreaseour total body load, making it easier to balance the remaining weight. Do the best you can to effect "all things in moderation." change,keepyour goalsin sight, and remember;
Individuality "What worlu for one may not worh for another." Remember,we are all individual. Our total body load is unique and so are the reactionswe have.Keepthis in mind asyou read through the following chapter on management techniques. Never forget to test a new product, food, or idea for your own tolerance.
Interrelationships Keepin mind that environmental illnessis complex, resultingfrom the interrelationshipof many separateelements,the combination of which leadsto
The I mZttr som€ wea becor
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an overburdenedbody. Managementmust be directedat all problem areas, the goal being to decreasetotal body load. coniitive
M e t h o dosf M a n a g e m e n t Like the overloadpicture,managementof overloadis unique for each individual. There are, however,certain key techniques that can be utilized by most people to reducetheir overload.
:snot ional
INVIRONMENTAL CONTROL
NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMINTS
t will
COPING TACTICS
IMMUNOTHERAPY
DETOXIFICATION odiSzLaking effect .tion."
The following pagesoutline some of the basic coping tactics.Most are a matter of common sense,but when we are faced with situations which sometimesseemimpossible,a combination of thesetacticscan be justwhat we are looking for. The problem may not disappear,but the situation becomesmuch more manageable.
Increase Awareness so are owing 'oduct,
Ttird fdition Completely Ni*!
e\paaM,
i -,.I and updzteii\.
IIEALTTIY HOUSE e How to buy one e,,How to build one z; How to cure a sick one
e inter-
'".HEALl-HY IjOUSEHOLD
YOUR HOUSI ruilnm-lNNI}ANGLN 3frHffii ffiilI e!dg' HEATTH A corlplclr BUrde ktr crcatioS a healthv r'il(u environmcnl
eadsto S o u r c e :T ' h e I l e o l t h y F I o u s eI n s t i t u t e , 4 3 0 N o r t h S e r v i c eR o a d , B l o o m i n g t o n ,l N 4 7 4 0 8
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The first step towards improving a situation is to find out more about
U s eS a
Education is very important. Specifically: o What are the sourcesof your total body load? o Where and how do you come into contact with them? o How do you reactto them? o What can be done to avoid them? o What is Clinical Ecology/Environmentallllness? o What can be done to decreaseenvironmentalpollution? . Start to seeyourself as a part of your environment. o Seethe environment as your life support system. With ir In the long term, it also helps to increasethe awarenessof others: your family and friends, your child's teacher,the people you work with. Please
sensitir
referto the bibliography at the end of this book.
perfum
the Problem Remove
Clean
Inspect your home thoroughly. It is preferable to get rid of the problem completely,but if this is not possible,at leastremove it from your immedi-
Get rid forget t
ate living environment.
too. Hi
and mc
your h<
fromthe Problem Yourself Remove "l'll
iust make it through this meeting, (grocery list, car repair) and then I'll go home and relax?"If you are like many environHaveyou ever thought
mentally sensitiveindividuals exposedto a problem item (e.g., tobacco smoke at a meeting, formaldehydewhile shopping), yo,, don't relax, you collapse.Learn when to take a break and get away from the offending item, go for a walk, get some fresh air, leavethe room. Some people find stricter measuresare necessaryand they choose to remove themselvesfrom the problem permanently (e.g.,get a body shop to fix your car). If your home or workplace or surroundings are unsafe,consider moving to healthier premises.
nish th trated (
Dr.J. Krop r 8 5
t lt.
l yn d lPy r o d u c t s U s eS a f e / E n v i r o n m e nFt ar il e
Environmentally Friendly
With increasedawarenessof the environment and health, there are more
your
and more alternativeson the market everyday. Remember,eachindividual's
lease
sensitivitiesvary so test a product for your own tolerance.Choose nonperfrrmed, dye-free,phosphate-free,non-toxic products.
lt Clean blem
Get rid of the mold and dust, using tolerated cleaning products. Don't
nedi-
forget to keep your ventilation, filtration and humidification systemsclean too. H".t your ducts cleaned professionally,occasionally.When planning your home environment, keep easeof cleaning in mind. Avoid cluttet furnish the rooms accordingto the principles of FengShui. (TheCompletelllus-
y list, .iron)acco ; you item, tricter n the home Ithier
tratedGuideto FengShuiby Lillian Too, Element Books Ltd., 1996).
TG H EP L A N E T : 0Pnaet i e natt a T i m e r8G HEALIN
S e al t
Elect oHi atl oEfl on oRe oEn
loniz oDr
e.g.,steelcabinets
oEn
Mattresscover-cotton and/or specialanti-mite cover
HEPA If you can't get rid of the problem item, look at the way you are storing it.
.Hl
Perfirmes,paint, thinners, glues,slmtheticsand so on, all off-gas,even with
by
the lids on. Either get rid of them or sealthem well and store in an airtight box. Also be aware of potential mold growth in storageareas.Keep boxes
of[
ma
and wood off the floor, and don't forget to clean. For example,pressboard located under sinks, desks,shelving, etc.,can be sealedwith a water soluble sealerthat will provide a hard coating that preventsfuture out-gassing.
Activi o Fot o For
F i l t e rt h eA i r
loc o Cr; eitl A com
The air inside a typical home is up to five times more polluted than the air outside; the two main types of pollutants being particulatesand volatile organiccompounds.An effectiveair cleanerremovesboth particulatesand VOCs.There are many types on the market today. Therefore,it is important to be an informed consumer.
type o molds, and oc
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ElectronA i ci r C l e a n e r s t HiSh voltageis used to electricallychargeparticlesso that they may be attractedto a seriesof chargedmetal plates o Efficiency declinesrapidly with use, leaving an averageefficiency of only 50%o o Requiresfrequent cleaning to maintain efficiency o Emits undesirableozone (O.) as a by-product.
l o n i z i nA g i r C l e a n e r s / E l e c t r o sA t ai rt iCcl e a n e r s o Dust particlesare electricallychargedand attractedto the unit o Emit ozone (O.; as a by-product
HEPA F i l t r a t i oM n edia ing it. r with rtight boxes
o HEPA (High EfficiencyParticulateAir) is a filtration standard develope{ by the US Atomic EnergyCommission . To be labelleda HEPA,a filter must removedust and particulate matter rangingfrom 0.3 microns in sizewith 99.92o/o efficiency
board rluble
Activated Carbon o For VOC removal, activatedcarbon is like a spongefor gases ' Found either as a filter media impregnatedwith activatedcarbon or loose-fill granularcarbon o Cranular activatedcarbons and other adsorbentsare processedfrom either coconutshell, wood, coal, peat moss or zeolite
the air olatile :s and ortant
A combination of a HEPA filter and an activatedcarbon filter make the best type of filtration system.The HEPA will remove the dust, dander, pollens, molds, tobacco smoke etc., and the activatedcarbon will remove any vocs and odours.
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Ventilation lmprove Open a window but remember the wind can carry troublesomeparticles.Air conditioning is an altemative. Air exchangersreplacestale air with fresh;unfortunately they can also bring in undesirablecontaminantsfrom outside:pesticides,herbicides,air pollution and particularly woodsmoke. For very sensitiveindividuals, it is necessary to build in an additional charcoal filtration unit to eliminate pollutants. If you must work with questionableproducts (paint, etc.), do so
D( an .Us oKe w( oKe o Cl' oKe
in a well-ventilated area. Before making any changesin your uentilation and filtration systems, consulta professionalengineerfamiliar with the problem.
an0asis Create
If you to stay
LETI\
PLANl Newly new br Protecl (10 x formal Biil c. Like the oasisin a desert,at leastone room in your home should provide a haven in harsh surroundings. Make this environment as free of problem
found
items as possible(natural:dust, pollens,molds, and synthetic:SEA'formaldehyde, plastics).Spendtime in this room just relaxing.
On the popula
Establishingan oasis:begin with the bedroom and expand to include
Naturat
the entire house.
air. Thr
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an insecticide? Use no floor covering,or use scatterrugs that can be washed frequently. Keep the bedroom closet free of dry-cleanedgoods,toys, frequently worn shoes,sports equipment, and dirty clothing. Keep clutter, including magazinesand newspapers,out. Clean the room regularly and thoroughly. r KeePpets out. If you are ill, you will feel better and if you are healthy,you're more likely to stav that wav.
L E TN A T U RHEE L P YOU PLANTS Newly renovated homes, schools and offices emit many pollutants from new building materials as well as from new furniture. The Environmental Protection Agenry (EPA) in the US found in a study that an 800 cu. ft. room (10 x 10 x 8) can generatea pollution level of 1.808 micrograms of formaldehyde,II2 microgramsof xylene, 67 microgramsof benzene.Dr. Bill C. Wolverton has studied plants at NASA for the past 25 years and vide a
found that certainplants havethe ability to removechemicalsfrom indoor
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C H A N GIENSL I F E S T Y L E While thesenotes were written with the severelyenvironmentallysensitive patient in mind, anyone can benefit. 1. Many individuals must changetheir lifestyleand start looking at all aspectsof their life from a different perspective. 2. co slowly, one step at a time. Be realistic; do only what you are able to 3. Try stayingwith the rotation dieu a few slip-ups are human, but this diet is an important part of the treatmentprogram.If you do slip up and have a reaction, this only confirms that foods are a problem" 4 . Clean your house; createan oasis for you to come home to. 5 . If you are planning to move, make sure you are not moving into a sit
uation that is worse than the one you are in. 6 . If you live in the city, take trips out to the countryside regularly to gct
away from pollution for a while. 7. A positive attitude does much to keep things in perspective,even on more difficult days. 8. Avoidanceof offending substances, wheneverpossiblq is the best advrre for someonewith sensitivities.Learn to say "no" when necessary. 9. Do not neglectyour rest, nutrition and exercise. 10. If you are highly chemicallysensitive,go shoppingwith a friend, who may seea reaction in you before you do. 11. Explorelocal sourcesof natural fibres,organicfoods, and cleanwater. 12. Learn to read labels and to question manufacturers.Experimentwith productsto find out which ones you toleratebest. 13. cooperatewith your physician.Listen to what she saysand questiorr her if you are not sure of her explanation. You have to take an active role in your health. Remember:it's your body and you are responsil>le for it. ne inch
14. Support from friends and family is important for all of us. Sharewitfu them your efforts to regainyour health. There are also severalorganize. tions promoting human ecology,which can provide you with practic.rl information (SeeResources).
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15.Work together,you do not need additional stress.If necessarymake an additional meeting with your doctor in order to explain your situation fully. 16. You will meet people, doctors included, who will raise their eyebrows and shaketheir heads:be prepared for this and be patient. However, you need not suffer abuseand ridicule. Find a doctor who understands the choicesyou want to make. 17. No one can actually know what you are going through, unless they
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have gone through it themselves. 18. Allergiesnever really disappear;they target another part of the body
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or bring about different symptoms, but they can be controlled or
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neutralized. 19. Rememberthat treatment and prevention are both essential.Being ecologicallywell includes a safe,clean environment, the rotation diet, desensitization,if necessaryexercisg awarenessand a positive attitude. Rememberthat everyoneis an individual; what works for one may not work for another, so you must search for viable alternatives for your own particular situation. 20. Keepin mind the overloadphenomenon. 21. Never lose hope, instead keep busy, take things one step at a time and know your limits. Above all, do not be afraid to live; Iaughter is still the best medicine.
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Look again at the list of sourcesof formaldehydes,SEAand phenols, found on pages97 to 106. o Removeeverything from the problem room and clean it. o Replaceitems one at a time. As you do so, checkfor:
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exposedchipboard odours: mold, fragrance,tree terpens,formaldehyde synthetic fabrics and rubber r\lly'S
dust collectors
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equipment in need of repair
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openings in walls and windows that may lead to mold At each stageof refitting, assessyour comfort level
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adjust to smell but not the effect. o Heat the item slightly (smell is more obvious when warm), e.g.,iron a shirt, run fabric under water,placean obiect in the sun. when you smcll, be careful;waft the odour to your nose with a gentle hand motion.
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o Removeyourself from the offending item for five to ten days.watch for any reactionsupon re-exposure. o Placea sample of the questionable item into your oasis.Do you notice any differencein how you feel?
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TheTouch Test o If a fabric feels harsh, uncomfortable or itchy, consider it a warning.
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TheMoldTest o Put slicesof potato around the house.The speedof mold growrh will tell you which rooms to clean first.
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HYO M E SA ALFLE T O W A RA DN SE N V I R O N M E N T Rememberbalanceand moderation?One hundred percentsafeis not possible. Do the best you can, setting goals that can be accomplishedfor shortterm improvement, and then work towards long-term change,as you are able.The following pagesoutline points to be awareof in regardsto various rooms. Highlight any points that apply to your home, and then make a plan
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Whatever the individual concerns might be, don't forget to establish a routine that will reduce dust, molds and chemicalsthat outgas.
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G e n e rC a lo n s i d e r a t i o n s o Consider wearing a mask when cleaning,as it will filter out the dust. o Be awareof dust collectors (bookcases,dried and silk flowers, ornambnts, decorativefurnishings). Decreasethe numbers and put items behind glass o Wash drapes,pillows, bed covers,throw rugs' . Clean behind and under furniture, not iust around it. . Control humidity. r Low-odour latex paint is preferableto wallpaper or oil-based paint (unlessyou are allergic to latex). o Decreasethe number of plants (dust and mold collectors) and use activatedcarbon or crushedstone over the soil of those that remain.
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o Wash all items (lamps,light bulbs, pictureframes,fans)' o Install hardwood or ceramic floors and scatterrugs instead of wall-to-
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wall carpet.Wall to wall carpetscan't be easily cleaned,they are often synthetic (petroleum based),treatedwith various chemicals (e.g.,
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formaldehyde), prone to disintegration, and dust and dust mites accumulateunderneath.They are unhygienic. o Throw rugs should be free of chemical treatmentsand iute or rubber backing. o Furnishingsmade of hardwood (oak, maple) or metal are best.
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down to stuff furnishings. r Gas and oil furnaces/appliancescan causeproblems. Replaceoil fumaceswith electric or high-efficiency gasmodels, but ensure adequate fresh air intake. Enclosethe furnace in a room of its own. Clean ducts in all forced air heating systemsa minimum of every three to five years. o If you have forced air heating, keep the fan running continuously to
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prevent mold $owth in ducts. o Renovating:do some detectivework first. Be sure your family tolerates the products used. Don't forget to ventilatethe areaand allow materials to gasoff as much as possible before you spend any time in the roonl.
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Increasingthe heat in the home for severaldays often speedsup the gassingoff process.
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o Pest control: do not use pesticides or herbicides inside your home or on your lawn.
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. Most of us spend six to eight hours in this room each day; make it a top priority for your clean up. Take the time to createan oasisand you will be amazed at what a trouble free sleepcan do for you. Think of
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activitiessomewhereelse. o Use natural, untreated fibres (cotton, linen, wool, silk) for bedding
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drapes,rug and other linens. Wash regularly. o Replacepolyesterand foam pillows with organiccotton or organic bucla^/heatpillows, kapok or even gotton towels. If dust mites are a problem, then use dust-miteproof pillow casings. o Keeptoys (particularlyplush or stuffed), knick-knacks,books, and
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dust collectorsto a minimum. o For easycleaning,spaceunder the bed should be free of boxesand stored articles.
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r If you have pets or plants, keep them out of this room. r Put a barrier sheet cover over your mattressto keep out dust and
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areasand can also be problems for the chemically sensitive.Trya metal box spring and cotton mattressinstead.For a short-term measure, use cotton sheetsto createa natural barrier benareenvourself and the mattress. o Avoid plywood and chipboard furnishings or seal unlaminated sides
Laundr o Use Der . Ber
with Crystal Shield or other safewater-basedurethane if tolerable. o Keep ditty laundry in ahother room, as perspiration favours mold
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growth and fabrics often attract chemical odours (e.g.,perfume).
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. Avoid using your bedroom closet as a storagecupboard. use a cotton
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garment bag instead of a vinyl one. o Minimize the amount of dry-cleaningyou do and do not keep dry
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cleaned items in your bedroom, as the solventsused are toxic; better yet, find a "green clean" cleaner. o Avoid electric blankets.*
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Bathroom o clean tiles, grouting caulking, shower curtain, floor by the toilet bowl base,and the toilet tank. Zephrin and Borax both help discourage mold growth. Use a fabric shower curtain instead of a plastic one. Be awarethat shower doors are prone to mold growth. Dry down the shower stall after use.
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When attached to the home, the garagemust be treated like any other .room. Fumes from cars,activities and stored items seep into the house via
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walls, doors, and the ceiling.The samething applies to the basement.For this reasonbe very awareof what and how you store items. If possible,the items listed below should be kept elsewhere. o garden products, rubber hoses,sprays,lawn mower
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. car parts, oil, antifreeze . books, magazines,old clothing, furniture and other unused items o paints,thinners,shellacs,glues,scraplumber (chip board, plywood), styrofoam
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If the area is damp: use a dehumidifier, improve cross-ventilation.Repair
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cracksin walls and floor and use effectivestoragemethods. Prevent flood-
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ing of the basement. If it does happen, clean completely, remove the
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carpet and allow to dry thoroughly.
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o Use electricappliancesrather than gas.
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. Watch for molds: plants, cold water pipes,molding around sink, dry
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rack tray, refrigerator,and cupboards under the sink. o Use a marble block or wooden chopping board that can be washedin hot soapy water.
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o Clean with Borax o Improve ventilation.
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Avoid plastics.The plasticizersused in their producrion tend to leach
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into foods and liquids stored within. (e.g.,plastic containers,plastic
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wrap). If you must use them, hard plasticsare better toleratedthan soft. Use stainlesssteelor Corning Ware for cooking.Avoid aluminum as studieshave shown that it is toxic when heatedand aluminum has been linked to Nzheimer's disease.
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YourWorkEnvironment Many individuals spenda sizeablechunk of their time on the job. [n order to do our best, we need to be able to think clearly,concentrate,and feel well
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enoughto perform our daily duties.The environment (physicaland psychological) we work in has a great deal to do with how we feel.A traumatic day
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at work can leaveyou feeling tired and initable and can contribute markedly to your total body load. Add to this an energy-efficientwork areawith no fresh air and pollutants from photocopiers,synthetic furnishings, cleaning products,dust, mold, bacteria,perfirme,and tobaccosmoke.The end result: ilt employees, excessivesick leaves,poor mental performance, mistakes, loss of productivity, and ultimately loss of income. For the environmen-
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tally sensitive,any work place involves challengesthat need be addressed. If you work at home, you have control over the offending items and can
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make your work environment as safe as your leisure rooms. For the maiority of us, changesat work may be more difficult to achieve;however,even
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small modifications can make a difference.Also worth remembering is the "safe" home is a haven to return to at the end of the day. It can fact that a
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Your0ffice lmproving . Help individuals becomemore aware.Talk to your supervisor;write a letter to management,present a letter from your doctor if you think it might help. o Keepa written recordof any communicationyou receiver.egardingair quality.
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o Circulatea petition to bring the matterto the attention of officials. Keepit positive;remembera healthierworkplacemeansmore productive employees.
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Talk to your union. If you are the manager, initiate changes that will benefit everyone. During renovations or use of pesticides,you have the right to stay off work; checkwith your local office of the Ministry of Labour. If your needscannot be accommodatedand you are getting more symptoms, a changeof workplace is recommended. o Take a walk at lunch or break time. Some stretching,light exercise,and fresh air will increaseyour energylevel. Use a humidifier to help fight dry air, and drink tolerated water throughout the day. Keepyour office environment clean. Considerspider plants; they actuallyabsorb formaldehyde. use a portable air cleaner.A small fan might also help remove stale air. Move your desk away from odourous machines (e.g.,photocopiers). Talk to your co-workersabout your sensitivity to perfume and tobacco smoke, but don't harp on it. Keepthe tone positive. Keepyour desk clean. clear the top each night to discouragea buildup of paper and dust.
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there is a fine line betweenbeing overprotectiveand not being awareof situationsthat causereactions.
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o There is no excusefor any individual school to start renovation or painting during the academic year. TWo months' summer vacation
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is sufficient to get the work done. You may request postponement of any such work from your school for medical reasons.
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particularly dangerous.Educateyour school and school board. . If ventilation is at fault, attempts should be made to correct the problems, and useof portable air filters should be instituted in the meantime.
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P l e a sneo t e : o in some cases,avoidanceis the safestmeasure . each individual must considerhis/her own tolerance;no product is L}Oo/osafe for everyone o natural products can have strong odours, e.9.,peppermint, lavender,etc.
ToPurchase Where Environmentally SafeProducts o Health food stores o Alternative sections of grocery stores Healthy Home ServicesInc.-unique collection of products personally selectedand tested from a variety of manufacturersequally concerned about negativehealth and ecosystemeffectsfrom chronic exposureto chemicalsoften found in conventionalproducts.(416) 4lO-4247 Consult the SafeShopper's Bible:a Consumer'sGuide n NontoxicHousehold Products,Cosmetics and Food.David Steinman & Samuel S. Epstein, M D . Ma cMi l l a n1 9 9 5 .
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environment. ' Benjamin produce low-odour Glidden C.l.L., Moore, paints low pastel to keeptheodour colours Choose . 0uiteoftenhaveextreme butcanbesealed odour, eferable. alw Water-based afterwards. (floorfinish) Aire andCrystal Shield Crystal (furniture 1-800-350-2912 f inish) product, farless andit willhave a water-based Choose andafterwards theapplication during 0d0ur
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Facts o Watercomprisestwo thirds of our body weight. It assistswith the transportationof nutrientsand other substances throughout the bocly. We require a constantsupply of freshwater,or dehydrationwill restrlt. It is suggestedthat we drink at leasteight glassesof water per day. Not only do we drink water,but alsowe ingestit in our foods (watermelon,for instance,is 95% water). o We also absorbwater through our skin (e.9.,in the shower). o "Hard" watercontainscalciumand magnesium.The mineral col]tctrt makesit a good drinking water,and it helpsto preventatherostlerosis.
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Environmental toxins affect both sourcesof water, adding unwanted
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chemicalsto our preciouswater supply. In addition, chlorine and fluo-
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ride are often added to municipal water, causinga problem for some individuals.
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Fluoride should not be in water at all, and the dangerwith the addition of chlorine to water is the resultant by-products that it produces. Chlorine reactswith natural, organic material (..9., decayingleaves) presentin untreated water to form THMs (Trihalomethanes)and other chlorinated by-products.The most common THMs found in drinking water are chloroform, bromodichloromethane, chlorodibromomethane and bromoform. Theseby-products are a concern to us becausehuman population studies have shown that chlorinated drinking water, high in THM levels,may be associatedwith a slight increase in certain types of cancerfollowing long-term exposure(more than 35 years.* ) * THMs in Our Drinhing Water, Nou. 7995 from Ministry of Environmentand Publications. Energy,Fax-on-Demand
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There are five key groups of toxic substancesthat can causecontamination: 1. Particulates (e.g., sand, rust) 2. Dissolved Inorganics (e.g., heavy metals, asbestos) 3. Organics (e.g., chemical solvents, PCBs) 4. Radiological contaminants 5. Biological pathogens (e.g., viruses bacteria, parasites),
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As stated in the section dealing with chemicals,one thousand chemicals
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In addition, forty percentof Ontario wells are contaminated with pesticidesand herbicides.
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As a result of the questionable quality of our tap water more and more people are searching for alternatives.Howevet the manufactureand
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Water Bottled o natural mineral content is retained o the source of the spring must be questioned o plastic contaminatesthe water stored in it r avoid soft plastic containersfor your water
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Reverse 0smosis Reverseosmosis is a multi-stage treatment system involving mechanical filtration, activated carbon absorption, and reverseosmosis.The units are
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waterthrough a microscopicmembrane,which designedto forcepressurized rejectscontaminantssuspendedin the water.This membranepermits pas-
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sageof the improved water to a holding tank. A consequenceof this technique is that a lot of water is wasted,adding to its cost. Reverseosmosisis
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excellent for removal of dirt, toxic metals, fluorides, nitrates and sodium, asbestos,pesticidesand herbicides,chlorine,THMs, bacteriaand microor-
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Activatedcarbon filters are more effectivein the solid form rather than the loose granular form. The surfaceof a molecule of carbon electricallyattracts
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more water contaminants. Regularchangesof the cartridge (every 7 to 8 months depending on your water quality) and internal cleaning/disinfecting
filters.
of the cartridgehousing assureconsistentwater qualitySolid carbon block filterswill removesuspendedsolids (e.g.,sand, silt,
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sediment,rust etc.) down to 0.5 microns in size.Chlorine, THMs, volatile organicchemicals,pesticides,lead, mercury cadmium, certainbacteriaand
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Water is boiled; the steamis then cooled, condensedand collected.Toxic
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organicand volatile gaseswith a boiling point lower than water re-contaminate the distilled water.Fractionaldistillerstry to preventthis by venting
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Ultraviolet light applicationsate generallyused asan adjunctfor under-sink
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by exposing filtered water to germicidal ultraviolet light at a normal water
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flow rate. Short wave UV light (256 nanometers) destroysbacteria,viruses
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t ystem C h o o s i nt h g e R i g hS Many models existtoday; checkyour phone book, under Water Purification n the
Equipment, for the retailersnear you. Everything from portable sink units
tracts
and permanent units, to whole home filtration systemsare available.Keep
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ments with showeringor bathing can be made with whole home or shower
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bestsuitsYOUR needs.Rememberalso that it is a totally unregulatedbusi-
filters. Remember,no two people are alike. You must find the systemthat nessand it's alwaysa good idea to get a secondopinion.
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Anyone who has experienceda hot day in August knows how uncomfort-
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able this can be, but did you know that theseconditions are ideal breeding grounds for mold? On the other hand, too little moisture in the air also leads to difficulties, particularly during the winter, when house dust levels rise and particlescling to electrostaticallychargedsurfaces.
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Ideal relative humidity levels for a home are in the range of 4oo/o to 6o0/o. A dry environmentcan be fixed at the sourceby improving vapour barriers, insulation, and weather-strippingas these measureswill decrease
oride,
heatingrequirementsand conservemoisturein the air. If thesemeasuresdo
ve all
not produce effectiveresults,a humidifier may be required. Many types of humidifiers can be found on the market.Steerclearof modelsthat work by evaporation,as they are ideal breedinggrounds. If you use an ultrasoni<
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model, be sure to add only distilled or filtered water to prevent spraying
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toxic chemicalsinto the air you breathe. If excesshumidity is the problem, increasedairflow and good ventilation are the best solution, although dehumidifiersare helpful. Note:Humidifiers and dehumidifiersare ideal breedinggrounds for molds and viruses;clean them daily! Membrane-typeor drum-type humidifiers in your furnacesare unacceptable.Use a iet-type humidifier.
AirFilters As with water filters, many varieties of air filters are available in varying sizesand at different prices.As discussedearlier,HEPA (High EfficiencyParticulate Air Cleaners)filters are the most efficient in removal of dust and particulate matter down to 0.3 microns. When coupled with an activated carbon filter, it will also addressodours and volatile organic compounds. A good quality HEPAfilter may restrictair flow on a furnaceand damagethe motor, but you will find free standing units, poweredwith their own heavy duty motor, that are very efficient. Individual sensitivitiesmust also be taken into considerationand for some, testing of the different tFpesof carbon used in the units may be necessary.For the allergic person it is recommendedthat a portable air cleaner be capableof changingthe air in a room (preferablythe bedroom) six to eight times per hour. A metal housing is a must, as plasticsor vinyl will offgasVOCs. Some brand namesthat displaythesequalities are ALLERAI& AUSTIN AIR HEATIHMAIE, and AMAIRCARE,to name a few. Car travel can be very difficult for some environmentally sensitivepeople. Consider a car air cleanerto easetravelling.Portableunits can be purchasedthat plug into the cigarettelighter, and most come with an adapter that allows them to be used in hotel rooms, for example.
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1 . Air conditioning in a car is helpful; buy the type with a recirculating air feature in order to prevent pulling in road and engine fumes through the vents.Some models (e.g.,BMW Ford, GM and some fapanesemakes)filter the air through charcoalduring the recirculation of the air. However, also be awarethat certain molds (such as cladosporium,penicillium, aureobasidium,aspergillus,etc.) can colonize air conditioning or evaporatorunits in cars.Have your air
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conditioning unit checkedin your car if you are arriving unwell to your destination. Open all the windows and doors to let the car air out as long as possible before starting the motor. Close the windows, start the motor, and begin to drive before turning on the air-conditioner. 4 . After the car is in motion, drive with the windows open and the
air-conditioning set on high for five or ten minutes to allow any mold I for necaner ix to t off-
that has gatheredin the air conditioner overnight to be dispersedby the wind. Close all the windows again and keepyour air conditioner on maximum cool if caught in traffic or heavy pollution. 6. Keepthe air filter clean. 7. Take as many back roads as possibleto avoid heavy pollution.
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8. Plug in a portableair purifier to help absorb off-gassingvapoursas well as exhaustfumes. 9. Do not use the heater exceptwhen absolutely necessary. 10. If sensitiveto a.soft vinyl interior, cover the seatswith old cotton mattresspads and untreated cotton. This will help keep down the fumes releasedby heat, sun and the human body. Denim and sailclc;t"tr make good covers.
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11. Startyour trip early in the morning. If travellingfrom a populated area, plan to leavewhen the traffic is light.
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12. Happily, most airlines now have smoke-freeflights. If travelling by air, choose a non-smoking flight or at least be sure to obtain a non-
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smoking seat.If orygen is necessarymake all the alrangementswell ahead of time. Be sure to mention that a ceramic mask is to be used.
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A doctor's note may be necessary. 13. Always travel with some of your own tolerated food and water, and look into the possibility of airlinesproviding specialmeal preparation.
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Nothing will spoil a trip or holiday fasterthan becomingsickdue to unhealthy accommodations.One night is all it takesto
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bring on the sore throats and flu-like symptoms. Listed below are some simple precautionsto use when arranging accommodation: 1. Pick your hotel wisely. learn to read brochures "Newly renovated" from a new perspective. "avoid." Tile floors are preferableto should translateas "plush carpeting."Make surewindows can open. A balcony is nice. Bring your own linens if you are particularly sensitiveto commercial detergentsor synthetic bedding. 2. Call the hotel ahead of time and find out what kind of arrangements they can help you make, e.g.,kitchenettes,non-smokingand noncarpetedrooms,
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3. The higher the ceiling, the better the air. 4. Requesta room that has not been fumigated recentlyand has no air fresheners.Ask staff to open a window and air the room beforq you get there. 5. Pick accommodation off the highway or main thoroughfare, as there will likely be lesspollution.
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rtion.
Obviously you are urged not to use pesticides at all-for
your own
health, the health of your families and the health of this earth and all creatures therein. However, if for some reason you really must do so, at least take theseprecautions: . Readthe label before buyrng or using pesticides;use pesticidesonly for purposeslisted and in the manner directed. o Do not apply more than the specified amount of pesticide.Overdoses can harm you and the environment. a
Keep pesticidesaway from food and dishes.
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Keep children and pets awayfrom pesticidesand sprayedareas.
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If a pesticideis spilled on clothing wash with soap and water and changeclothing immediately.
o If a pesticideis swallowed, checkthe label for first-aid treatment. Call or go to the doctor or hospital immediately, keeping the pesticide label with you.
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P E SC T O N T RW ITHOU OL PT ESTICIDES... Here are some hints to control ants, cockroaches,flies and termites. First things first: cleanlinessis still next to godliness,don't leave any crumbs or garbagearound which can attractthem.
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Ants o Pour boiling water on the colony of ants o Ant drops (liquid ant killer containing Borax) o Diatomaceous earth . Wipe up a line of ants with a wet spongeso that other ants will not follow . Sprinkle powderedchili pepper,paprika, dried peppermint or borax
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Hang clustersof clovesin a room if fragrancetolerated.This repelsflies. Citrus oil releasedfrom scrapedorangewill repel flies.
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. Spray 10olobutyl alcohol and water onto infested areas.This is an effective mitocide, which lasts for three to six months.
Termites: o Use heat. Apply 140 degreesfor 10 minutes with a heat lamp.
Fleas: . Feedyour pet brewer'syeastwith food. The B vitamins createan odour fleas abhor. o Diatomaceousearth is a safeflea killer, sprinkled on fur or on floors. o When bathing pets, ensurefleas go down the drain. rd
The Bug Busters,by BerniceLifton, AueryPublishingGroup, 1991. Resource: ' TheCookbookDecoder,by Arthur Crosser,TS rpm Press,7988.
NATURAL PEST CONTROL PRODUCTS With growing awarenessabout the harm todc pesticidesand herbicidesdo to the earth and our health, in addition to time-testedhome remedies,there are now many products available to help you safely in your home and garden.Theseinclude herbal remedies,natural insecttraps and lures,repellants, beneficial insects,etc. Most garden centersnow carrlrmany natural or at least less toxic products such as insecticidal soaps and biological pesticides,which havefewer harmful side effectsbut arestill poisons and should and
be used with care and not as a first choice. Read your labels carefully. For example, the following terms may be
flies.
confusing. Pyrethrum refersto a powder made from the dried flowers of the Chrysanthemum plant. Pyrethrin refers to six different insecticide compounds that occur naturally in the Pyrethrum powder.While natural, these are nonethelesspowerful insecticides,can causeallergic reactions and are
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toxic to aquatic life. Permethrin refersto the syntheticallyproduced version
der
of Pyrethrum, and the term Perethroids refersto the synthetic equivalentof
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the six natural Pyrethrins.They are neurotoxic,carcinogenic,hormonedisrupting and highly toxic to aquatic life and bees.
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permethrin (seeabove),Lindane(a chlorinatedhydrocarbonpoison banned
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in l8 countries)and Malathion (an organophosphate)arecarcignogenicand neurotoxic and are common ingredients in anti-lice products availableover
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the counter or by prescription. Lice are becoming resistantto them. Children, however, arenot resistantto thesepoisons! Pleasefind and usethe fol-
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lowing alternatives for your children: Follicel,a non-toxic hypoallergenic
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product used in Europe for years and now available in North American
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(r,rmrw.bibiheadlice.com),keemendaTbaTieeOil products (wnns.treemenda .com), Nor Nice to Lice (www.notnice2lice.com).
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In addition to information from your local health food store or naturally-
p
inclined garden center, following are some numbers and websites where
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information and/or cataloguesare available: o IntegratedBioSptems [nc., l-877 -5Ol-5003www.integratedbiosys.com Kanata Environmental Network based in Ottawa
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www.kanataenviro nmentalnetwork. com PlanetNatural,1-800-289-6656 www.planetnatural.com Safe2 Use - (909) 372-9850www.safe2use.com Vermont Country Store, 1-802-362-8460
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Safero,Havahartoproducts:1-800-800-1819 Victor Poison Free@,
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LAWNCARE ORGANIC You can havea healthy, lush lawn without the use of chemical pesticides.Here are some lawn care tips that are recommended bv Toronto Environmental Alliance and Greenpeace:
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2. Topdress: after aeratingand weeding and before seeding,spreadtop-
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soil and/or composted manure/finished compost over your entire lawn. This adds nutrients and microorganismsto your lawn.
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3 . Overseed:overseedeveryyear in spring or late summer during cool moist conditions to replacedying grassplants.
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is an ideal height for turf grassbecauseit shadesout weeds,which
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prefer more sunny and open locations, and also shadesthe soil,
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keeping it cool and moist. 5. Water: water deeply (about 1 inch) in the early morning or early
om
evening once a week to encouragedeep roots. 6. Mulch: use grassclippings as a perfect fertilizer for lawns; they can boost soil fertility by up to 30 percent. 7. Monitor: monitor your lawn for insects,weedsand diseases.[f a problem develops,take necessary"natural" action. 8. Rake: raking increasesair circulation and discouragesfungal growth. Rakeafter grassdries out, but before weed seedsstart to germinate in earnest. 9. Fertilize: fertilize naturally, such as finished compos! grassclippings and/or slow-releaseorganic products (e.g.,well-aged manure and seaweed).Organic fertilizers are best applied in late summer/early fall, but may also be used in the early spring. Compost and grass clippingscan be applied throughout the growing season. 10. Novel ldea: Plant flowers/herbs/trees/groundcover and vegetables instead of grass.A monoculturelawn is an unnatural ecosystem.
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DYI V E R S I FD I EI E DT F O U R . DR AO YTAR
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In a previous chapter,the topic of food sensitivity/allergywas discussed.In this section of the book, we will look at how to control the problem. The
ea
most obvious solution would be to avoid a troublesome food, thus avoiding the reactionscausedby it. This is effectivefor recognizedsensitivities.In fact, it is recommended that packaged,processed,conveniencefoods also be avoided as they often contain hidden food ingredients (wheat, milk, "W"s: white bread, white eggs,corn, sugar,etc.). Above all, avoid the four flour, white sugar,white rice. Unfortunately, avoidancealone is usually not enough. Why? Rememberthe concept of cyclical food sensitivities:overexposure to any one food leads to the development of a problem with that food. For the environmentally sensitive,this is a definite possibility unless efforts are made to introduce more variety into the diet. The key to food "rotary diversified diet," as it helps to prevent allergy management is the
t€ E; Er
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o( e\
food sensitivities.Pleasenote that in some casesyour doctor may recom-
Modi
mend neutralization therapy for key foods, or use EPD treatment.
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Diet: of the RotaryDiversified BasicPrinciples
stone.
Iniliuiduol foods, together with their biologicol fomilies, are rotated following a four'ilay cycle.
same
Let's look at an example:Janeis following a rotation diet. For breakfaston
you \^
Monday, she decided to have scrambled eggs.That day at lunch, she had
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cold chicken and then chicken soup for dinner. For the next three days,she
1. Cr
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will avoid chicken, eggs,and all relaled foods, and on day five, Jane will
rh
choosefrom theseitems again.To keep things simple, rather than keeping
fo
track of when she last ate a particularfood, Janeis following a diet plan.
di
1. The diet is divided into 4 days.
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2. The foods are organized accordingto food family. All members of one
2. Yo
family appearon the sameday of the diet. A day will be comprisedof
ev
many food families to coverall the different food groups.
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3. The amount of food eatenand the number of times the samefood is .ln
eaten during the day are not restricted(listen to your own body, it will
the
tell you how much you can handle).
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4. Eachday includesfoods that supply basicnutritional needs.
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5. Eachday there is a differentselectionof foods to choosefrom.
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DA M I L I E S : E NF O O F A N O TO o An individual will not necessarilybe allergicto all membersof one family.
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o Due to the biological similarities,there is a greaterpossibility of this
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occurring, particularly if a different member of the family is eaten
ood
every day.
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M o d i f y i nt hgeD i e t : The diet days as outlined in the pagesthat follow form a tool to help you control food sensitivityand decreasetotal body load. They are not carvedin stone.Eachperson will have his or her own list of problem foods. Although they may be written on the choice list, they should still be avoided. By the same token, if a food is listed that you detest,you don't have to eat it. As
;t on had , she
you work with the diet, you will find ways to make it serviceablefor you. Here are some ideasto get you started: 1. Cultural or personal preferencesin tastesmay be a reasonfor changing
will
the diet. It is allowed as long as you staywith the conceptof biological
Ping
food families and rotate the families everyfour days.Settingup the
In.
diet, you may move an entire food family to a new day, as long as it becomesa permanentpart of that day.
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2. You may rearrangethe order of the days,however,not sooner than everythree months for a child, and at leastsix months for an adult.
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3. Eachday represents24 hours. Insteadof beginning your diet day at breakfast,you may start at dinner (allowing you to eat your leftovers
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for lunch the next d"Y)
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4. As you cook, packageindividual servingsin glassiars and freeze for fast meals. 5. Experimentwith recipes,play with substitutions. 6. Check your local health food store for acceptableproducts; there are
VEGETA
more and more all the time. 7. Eat organic foods as much as possible.
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ffiil For lesssensitivepatients,the grassfood family is divided into gluten and non-glutengrainseatenon separatedays(i.e.,day 2 and day a) to improve
GRAIN SUBSTIT SIARCH
food choices.
OILS
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DAYROTATION DIET DAYONE-FOUR
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nu t ,a i l C h i c k eann dc h i c k eeng g sC, o r n i shhe np, h e a s a q
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Turkey goose Duckandduckeggs, eggs andgoose
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ey ViGETABLES Parsl
(celery parsley, Carrot, celeriac root), celery, (sprouts), (fava, Alfalfa beans navy, whiteand lima,mung& sprouts, green yellow redkidney beans, blackbeans, and beans), stringbeans, jicama (garbanzo), pea,greenpeas, black-eyed snowpeas, chickpea pea,peanut, soybean, tamarind, lentils tonkabean(courmarin),
ato(yam) FRUIT B a n a npal,a n t a i n Coconut, date Pni e a p p l e
Kiwifruit Buckwheat R h u b a rsbe,ag r a p e Brazil nut,paradise nut NUTS/SEEDS
n and prove
Sesame seeds Buckwheat flour.oroats Soy, chickpea, lentilflours Dasheen arrowroot. taroarrowroot
GRAIN SUBSTITUTES STARCHIS
Musaarrowroot Kudzu, carob Sago OILS
, peanut Sesame FLAVOURINGSL a u r e l
OTHER
bayleaf, Cinnamon, cassia bark,sassafras Poppyseed P e p p e r c o(rbnlsa cakn dw h i t e ) Borage, comfrey A n g e l i caan,i s ed,i l l c, a r a w acye,l e rsye e dc,h e r v icl o , r i a n d ce ur ,m i n , gotukola,lovage, parsley fennel, sweet cicely, lecithin, clover Fenugreek, licorice, redclover, senna, carobsyrup, honev D a t es u g a r honey Buckwheat Buckwheat B u c k w h e a t G a r d esno r r e l G u ma c a c i g au , mt r a g a c a nltehc, i t h i sno, yg r i t st,o f u Legume T a h i ns ip r e a(dm a dfer o ms e s a msee e d s )
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DIET DAYTWO-FOURDAYROTATION
MEAT Mollusk
VEGETABLES
purepork ham,lard,porkgelatin, Pork(bacon, , scrapple) (clam, (squid), (abalone, Pelecypods snail), Cephalopod Gastropods oyster, scallop) mussel, cockle, prawn, shrimp lobster, crayfish, Crab,
DAYT
@ FISH
Sweet ootato
pumpkin, gherkin, preserving melon, cucumber, Chinese Chayote, (acorn, Eoston marrow, crookneck, butternut, buttercup, squashes golden varieties, spaghetti squash, nugget, hubbard neck, straight zucchini etc.)
VEGETA
greenandblack 0lives,
puffball, truffle mushroom, Morel, FRUIT
Mango grapefruit, lime,mandarin, lemon, kumquat, clementine, Rue(Citrus) Citron, pumello, Uglif ruit tangelo, rine,orange, (brandy, raisins, wine,wine cream of tartar, champagne), Grape vinegar
youngberry, loganberry, longberry, boysenberry, dewberry, Rose berrles Blackberry,
FRUIT
(black, wineber red,purple), strawberry, raspberry
NUTS/SiEDS
GRAINS STARCHES
f lowerfruit(granadilla) Passion (cantaloupe, Persian) honeydew, Crenshaw, casaba, Muskmelons watermelon (filbert) Hazelnut cashew Pistachio. P u m p ksi ne e d s millet, rice,teff,sorghum Corn, rch Cornsta starch Sweet ootato
Indian arrowroot starch East
GRAIN SUBSTITI
STARCHT
0tLs
OILS
FLAVOU RINGS
NUTS/S
F l a x s e oe idl( l i n s e e d ) honey blossom 0range gn i n, g etru, r m e r i c Cardamo
FLAVOUR
cornsugar, Corn syrup, (herb) Berries Burnet Rose OTHER yeast, yeast, cheeses) mold(incertain brewer's or nutritional Baker's * gluten-free
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sardine, shad menhaden, Herring,
e) m,
(allvarieties), trout(allfreshwater varieties) Salmon pollack, whiting cod,haddock, Hake,
types ofroughy other Orange roughy, tuna bonito, albacore, Mackerel, plaice, sole flounder, halibut, Turbot,
l,
:k, sh,
sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, Brussels collards, broccoli, Arugula, (curly, garden, cabbage, cress upland, and choi, Chinese bok kohlrabi, greens, rapini, mustard seed, radish, mustard horseradish, water) u ,r n i p I t a l i akna l er,u t a b a gt a
VEGETABLES
groundnut chestnut, Water spinach beet, chard, sugar Beet, tapioca mandioca, manioc, Cassava, species) seaweed-many Kelps(edible
peach, plum nectarine, chokecherry, icot,cherry, huckleberry cranberry, Blueberry, fig,breadfruit Mulberry, fruit lower Passion Passionf NUTS/SEEDS
(butternut), pecan, walnut, English walnut walnut, white Elack nut hickorv
GRAIN SUBSTITUTES
(flour) Cassava (qrain andf lour) 0uinoa (seeds andflour) Amaranth
ES STARCH OILS
lour/pearl starch/f Tapioca
FLAVOURINGS
peppermint, sage, rosemary, mint,oregano, menthol, marjoram, Basil,
oil (rapeseed) Canola
thyme spearmint, savory,
Iree*s) -
OTHER
guava eucalyptus, feijoa, Allspice, cloves, Vanilla,lychee Mustard seed A l m o nm d i l ka n da l m o nbdu t t e r
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DIET DAYROTATION DAYFOUR-FOUR
ox, buffalo, buffalo), milk,bison(American cow's Beef. milk, goat's sheeP's milk,sheeP, Goat, lamb
MEAT
reindeer elk,moose, deer(venison) Caribou,
0possum W h a l(ea l vl a r i e t t e s )
I
Squirrel
horn Prong
(Anaheim, cherry, bell, pepper banana, (melon pear), pepino eqqptant,
VEGETAELES
tomatil tomato, tobac!0, tamarillo, chili,ialapeno), garlic, shallot leek,onion, chives, aloe, Asparagus, globeartlchoke, artichoke, Jerusalem escarole, endive, Composite OanOetion, radicchio (Boston, chicory, leaf,Romaine) iceberg, lettuce FRUIT
0kra custard appleAtemoya, Custard Persimmon
papaw , cherimoya,
quince pear, loquat, Apple, Pomegranate
NUTS/SEEDS
truecurrant Gooseberry, pinenuts Juniper, nu Macadam i at seeds Sunflower
GRAINS
oats, triticale, rye,spelt, kamut, Barley, {b'lte9rs,i!eai r t i c h o fkl o eu r J e r u s a l eAm
STARCHES OILS
potato flour starch, Potato oil oil,safflower Composite Sunflower oil Cottonseed
Butter yarroltl chlc0ry, cardoon, burdock, FLAVOURINGS Composite Tarragon, Saffron Sarsapart||a A l t h erao o th, i b i s c u s p e p p ecrh, i l ip, a p r i kpai,m e n t o Cayenn N u t m em g ,a c e c i d e ra,p p l cei d evr i n e q arro, s e h i p A p p l e OTHER Pomegranate G r e n a d i n e e r, d o cr ko o t C o m p o s i t e S t e v i cah, a m o m tbl u * c o n t a r ng l u t e n
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CHART FOODCOMBINING at separatemeals Eatproteinsand carbohydrates proteinat each meal Eatonlyone concentrated Treatiuices (fruit or vegetable)as whole foods
Takemilk aloneor not at all Deserl desserts Coldfoods(includingliquids)inhibitdigestion
cherry, tato oke,
VEGETABLES NON-STARCHY (HighWater-Content Foods) . Asparagus . Beet Greens . Broccoli . BrusselSprouts . Cabbage . Celery . Chard . Chicory . Collards . Cucumbel . Dandelion
. . . . . . . . . '
Eggplant Endive Escarole Garlic GreenB€ans Kale Kohl Rabi Leeks Lettuc€ Onions Parsley
' ' ' ' . ' ' ' ' ' '
Radishes Scallions Shallots Spinach Sprouts Squash Sweet PePPer Tomatoes Turnips Watercress Zucchini
MILDLYSTARCHYVEGETABLES Artichokes Beets
Carrots Cauliflower
Corn Peas
F O OC DO M B I N I N G This method of menu planning involvescarefulconsiderationof what fbod combinationswill be digestedbestby the human system.Within the digestive tract, various digestivejuices (enzymes)are excretedto help break down the foods we eat. Different types of food require different enzymes,which
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in turn function best under en Jmespecificconditions.Certain food combinations createconditions that are not compatible,thus reducingthe abil-
B e at t
ity to digest the food. For example,protein-rich foods, such as meat, arebest digestedin an alkaline medium. If both meat and rice are eatenat the same
intake <
meal, neither one will be digested effectively as the conditions for maxi-
is a gen
mum digestion are different for each food item.
individr
For individuals with food sensitivities,the lessstresson an alreadyover-
For indi sionsol
applyin
Ioaded system,the better. It may be suggestedthat a patient combine foods at a given meal by choosing from compatiblegroupsas outlined.
OAV E R G R O W T H ? W H AC T A NI D OA B O UCTA N D I D Under the supervision of a doctor, a combination of the following may become part of your treatment (refer to pp. 69-71 for a description of candida and typical symptoms).
theyeast to stopfeeding i eat A n t i - c a n ddi d A n t i f u n gmael d i c a t i o n . to helpkilloffovergrowth . hasantifungal properties Garlic . t o i n c r e afsr ei e n d lbya c t e rai an dt o h e l p Lactobacillus flora 0r normal thecorrect balance re-establish Acidophilus theintestine . hasanti-inflammatory andsupplies effect F l a x s eoeidl ,E v e n i n g nutrients essential P r i m r o os iel h i t hb r o asdp e c t r u m , N u t r i t i o nsaulp p l e m e n t s s u p p oor tp t i m uhme a l tw e iacs, tr-efes u p p l e m e n t s h y p o a l l e r g ey n Candid im a m u n o t h e r a p.y s u b l i n g uo ar sl u b c u t a n et0oun se u t r a l iszyem p t o m s f r o mC a n d i d a avoid o t h esr e n s i t i v i t(iee.s9a. ,l l e r g e n i c or control Reduction of total stress level. exercise foods), decrease b o d yl o a d
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B e a t h eY e a s t For individuals with mold sensitivitiesand yeastproblems, controlling the intake of certain foods is essentialfor improvement. There are many versions of the yeastfree diet, some more restrictivethan others.The following is a generalsummary of foods to be avoided. Pleaseremember that no two individuals are alike, and your own sensitivitiesmust be kept in mind when applying this information to your rotation diet.
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Sweeteners
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Foods Moldy Foods Smoked
& Vinegar Pickled Yeasts Fermented Products
sweeteners Avoiding . avoid refined sugars(date cane,beet, corn and fruit) . you may tolerate in moderation fresh fruit, honey (maximum of one teaspoonper day)
rrain
yeast Avoiding . avoid commercial baker'sYeast avoid brewer'syeast o o
tptoms genrc
avoid nutritional supplementscontainingyeast you may tolerate breadsbaked with sourdough as leavener;sourdough is wild veastand a bacterial culture.
fermented Avoiding Products . avoid ciders,soy sauce,alcohol, root beer, miso
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A v o i d i nvgi n e g a r r avoid salad dressings,mayonnaise,mustard, ketchup, sauces
pickledandsmoked Avoiding foods . avoid relish, pickles and pickled vegetables,smoked fish and meat
Avoiding moldyfoods o avoid mushrooms, leftovers,agedcheeses o avoid fruits that are prone to mold, e.g.,cantaloupesand grapes e avoid dried fruits unless they are mold-free
Foodfor thought o Fruit juices ferment easily.use freshly made vegetable and fruit iuice and consume quickly. o Clean your vegetableswell before storing them. Store in the fridge but not too long. Better to buy smaller quantities, more often. o Buy nuts raw and roast at home. 35O-degreeoven for 10-20 minutes. o Cook all root vegetablesafter peeling and washing. o Watch out for mold growth when purchasing foods. o Antibiotics, steroids,both oral and topical, chemotherapy, radiation, immunosuppressivemedicationssuch as methotrexateand azothioprine, and starvation, all contribute to the development of yeast.
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NUTRITION AL SU PPLEMENTS V i t a m i n sM, i n e r a l A s ,m i n oA c i d s How often we hear: "lf you eat a balanceddiet you do not need to take supplements."some individu.alsand most doctorsdo not ,,believein,, supple_ ments. However,this approachto health is not about religion. supplementation is basedon science.
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RDAs or Recommended Daily Allowances (in Canada called Recommended Nutrient Intakes or RNIs) were establishedby the Food and Nutrition Board of the National Academyof Sciences/NationalResearchCouncil in the US and are based on requirementsfor nutrients needed to metabolize foods equivalent to 2000 calories for women and 3000 calories for men.
do not consider: Dietsbasedon RDAS I Individual lifestYle: . The busy worker or executivehas no time to calculateintake of protce
but es.
tein, carbohydratesand fats. . The overworkedteacherdoesn't know how much complex carbohydrate to take. o Carefreeteenagersor tired seniorsdo not know how much protein is in cheese. II Poor availability of all nutrients from our diets due to: o Food preferences:overeatingsome products, ignoring others
)fI,
o-
. Habits - level of appetite,dieting, fast foods, packagedfoods r Food availability: lower income = lessavailability r Lossof nutrients through: Storage: - Fruits and vegetablesare picked, stored, shipped and stored again - 213of vitamin C lost from applesin 2 months
: suppplemen-
- vegetableslose all their vitamin C within a few days - orangeslose 30%oof vitamin C when squeezed - No vitamin c in commercialiuicesunlessadded back in "enriched"white bread,is Processing:heat, light water,chemicals(e.g., "dead food" to which a few token supplementshavebeen irdded refined back)
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Blanching: of vegetablesbefore freezing:600/oloss of vitamin C, 30o/o lossof Br, 40o/olossof B,
occurs,
Sterilization: Irradiation causesa 690/oloss of vitamins
This lei
Cooking: 50%oloss of vitamins
erals ar
Milling of grains: 40ololossof vitamin c, 65-80% lossof all B vitamins, 590loloss of magnesium, 72o/oloss of zinc
stageis
Intensive industrial farming: Pesticides,fertilizers, lack of crop rotation, acid rain, all lead to degradationof soil and a lower content of
( D ) , ar
posest o red
minerals. Loss of zinc, selenium, magnesium, calcium automatically
. dec . pre
increasesthe content of heavymetals in the soil.
. wee
Fertilization: speedsgrowth and decreasesrelativecontent of nutrients.
. trig bet,
III Biochemical individuality (one size will not fit all) o we are all unique and require different amounts of nutrients
RDAs :
Documentedinborn errorsof metabolism can increaserequirements
on the;
for specificnutrients by 10-100times
health
Pollution of water, air and food requires more nutrients (antioxidants) to metabolize the pollutants
Optim:
a
Psychologicalstressof daily living calls for more nutrients
needed
a
Diseasesinterfering with digestion,absorption, assimilation and repair:
fact is t
celiac, crohn's, ulcerativecolitis, lactoseintolerance,bacterial,viral,
For
Dor
parasiticinfections, trauma, burns, surgery all require more nutrients
ally bes
Drugs: antibiotics, diuretics,contraceptivepills, antidepressants,
causen
steroids,alcohol, all decrease nutrients
source
Aging: organs function lessefficiently and causedecreaseddigestion
individ
and absorption.
in thes, sugar,t
0ptimum health Vitamins and minerals are usedin everymetabolicstep and processin our bodies. overt diseasefrom a lack of specificnutrients,e.g.,scurvy(C), rickets
ated. E: practiti tolerate
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(D), anemia (B,r), beri-beri (B,), indicatesits end-stage.Beforethis stage occurs,there has been a steadyreduction in the body's store of nutrients. This leads to a depletion of enzymes,which depend on vitamins and minerals and finally, cells cannot perform their function. This intermediate nlns,
stageis called subclinical nutrient deficiency, which is chronic and predisposesthe individual to:
rota-
. reducedoverall health and quality of life
nt of
. decreasedability to cope with life stresses
rcally
premature aglng weakening of the immune, neurological and endocrine systems
ients.
triggering development of geneticallyinherited illnessessuch as diabetes,cancer,cardiacdiseases,allergies RDAs are the nutritional equivalent of the minimum wage. Diets based
nts
on them will keep us alive, but not functioning at an optimum level ot health and quality of life. It would be better to change RDAs to ODAs, or
ants)
Optimal Daily Allowances. For these reasons,while it is always best to obtain and assimilate all from fresh,living organic food, the neededvitamins, minerals and enzrTmes
3parr: rl, nts
fact is that most of us do not. Therefore,supplementation is recommended. Dosesdepend on the condition and needsof the individual. It is usually best to take supplementswith food (particularly B vitamins, which may causenauseaif taken alone), in divided dosesthroughout the day. Natural source is preferableto synthetic.Gel capsulesare better than tablets.Some
on
individuals cannot toleratesome vitamins. Excipientsmay be the problem in these cases.Look for hypoallergenicbrands (free of yeast,wheat, corlt, sugar,milk, soy). B vitamins in gelatin capsuleform might be bettertolerated. Experimentuntil you find the right one for you. A doctor or holistic
in our
practitioner using an electrodermalinstrument can help you find a well-
rickets
toleratedsupplement.
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ACIDS AMINO Amino acidsare: . building blocks of peptides(hormones such as human growth hormone [HGHI, insulin, thymus hormone,etc.) and proteins (enzymes,all organs) o precursorsfor many neurotransmitters(tryptophan + serotonin, phenylalanine--> norepinephrine,tyrosine-+ dopamine, etc.) In combination with vitamins and minerals, they are used to successfully manageand help many chronic and degenerativediseses.They may be used orally or intravenously to restorehealth. If used, most need a high dose of at least 2-3 + gms per day("L-" forms must be used).Some stimulatesecretion of the individual's own growth hormone, which in turn increases metabolism in the entire bodY.
Gastro o Amm Orniti o Cravi
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Any use requires ruling out, and treatment of, any underlying infections (stealth infections, seepage 292) as well as assessmentof prolactin, which
r Arthr
is the marker for a pituitary tumour (one in four, more female than male persons,may havethis tumour), which would be a contraindicationfor use
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of amino acidsstimulating the growth hormone. Keeping in mind that appropriate uitamins and minerals should be added of the clinical useof amino acids: in combination, following are someercomples
C e n t r aNl e r v o uSs Y s t e m : o Anxiety: Glutamine; Glutamic Acid; Glycine;Taurine;CABA Exercise-t t cngR, f dopa^ine, 1 endorphins o a
Depression: Phenylalanine;Tyrosine;Tryptophan;Leucine;Treonine Epilepsy: Taurine;Glutamile; Arginine; AsparticAcid; CABA
a
PS Memory: PhosphatidylcholinePC; Phosphatidylserine Multiple Sclerosis (MS): Serine;Treonine;Tryptophan; Choline
a
Parkinson's: Phenylalanine;Tyrosine;Taurine;Glutathione
a
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There are well-developedprotocols and specificindications for use of intra-
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venous therapies.They include: o Acute viral infections, when use of antibiotics has no significant value
DMPI
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cated icity. ,
o Bacterialinfections, for the purpose of protecting cells from toxicity
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due to conculrent antibiotic use
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o Maior surgery both before and after to improve wound healing . Chemotherapy,before and after to protect cells from cytotoxic iniury
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enzymatic blockagewhich preventsnutrients from entering metabolic
per i pl
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indivi
parasitic infestations,various inflammatory bowel diseasessuch as
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o Intravenous use can be important in the very ill patient, where nutrients need to be directed immediately to the organ in need o Some patients can only tolerate one or two vitamins at first, but can develop toleranceas treatment progresses
for Ac and e: books nique
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l i s hi n
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chelat
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Chelation therapywith IID'IA, D M P Sa n d D M S Ai s i n d i -
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cated for heavy metal toxicity. Chelation therapy with EDTAis indicated for atheroscleroticcardiovasculardiseasein order to reverseatheroscleroticcoronaryand
olic
peripherallesions.This r e q u i re s sp e ci fi c p ro to c o l s i n c o n s i d e r a t i o no f individual weight, height and medical condition. Physicianswho a r e me mb e rso f th e A me r icanCollege
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for Advancementin Medicine (ACAM) havetraining and experiencein using theseprotocols.You can get more information in books written on the subject,such as Bypassing Bypasssurgery:The NewTechniqueof Chelation'fherapy, by Elmer Cranton, M.D., Hampton RoadsPub-
t
lishing company, 1992.conditions which can be helped significantlyby
:elis
chelation therapyinclude: . Advancedatherosclerosis of cerebralvascularinsufficienry (confused, tired, poor memory fainting, dizzir^ress, etc.) o Coronaryarterydiseases: angina,post heart attacks,post bypasssurgery ar-rdangioplasty(conditions r,r'hichcan often be preventedby early institution of IID'I'Achelationtherapy)
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vascular prevent the onset of age-associated
diseasebefore qrmptoms occur (SeeAppendb)
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DEFISIT Ff;YPgffiEffiTHWffi ATTTITTI(}S (A[}}Ifi} DISORDER Attention Deficit HyperactiveDisorder (ADHD) is a condition that causes many problemsthroughout life and is not restrictedto children. It is a growing problem for which allopathic medicine has neither a recognizablecause nor an effectivetreatment. It is not only a problem for the individual diagnosed with ADHD, but also causesanguishand worry for family members,and difficulty for educators.Many books are availableon this topic, but one of the best continuesto be ls Thk YourChild'sWorld?,by Dr. Doris Rapp, BantamBoola 1996.Dr. Rappis a traditionalpediatricallergist,who hasused the principlesof EnvironmentalMedicine for over thirty years.Shecombines
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the knowledgeof the two disciplines and presentsa comprehensiveand useful guide for parents and educators, as well as successfultreatment options for many ADD children. The last twenty yearshave not improved the recognition or the managementof ADHD. The approvedtreatmentfor AD['lD is still very much drug-oriented.What has changedare the names used for labeling this disorder.In the last twenty years,such terms as hyperactivity,hyperkir-re-
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ses, minimal brain dysfunction and attention span deficiencysyndrome
o
havebeen applied. Today it is referredto as Attention Deficit Hyperactive
o
Disorder and in some more severecases,the term PervasiveDevelopmen-
a
tal Disorder (PDD) is used.
o
Over this time span, there has emerged a great pressureby physicians, daycareproviders, and educatorsto place these children on an activity-
a o
modifying classII narcotic with the trade name of Ritalin. In some cases, parentsarethreatenedand evenforced to comply with the recommendation
Resr
to place their children on Ritalin, or they are left with the option of seeking
r I
alternateschool accommodation.Approximatelyeight million children in
o f
the US take Ritalin.
o J
Exactstatisticson the number of children with ADHD are not avail-
o !
able due to confusion with other related disorders.For example, 660/oof
o 1
ADHD-diagnosed children have hidden unrecognizedfood allergiesthat are responsiblefor many sy"mptomscommon to both disorders.Other chil-
Parer
dren'sbehaviour may be affecteddramaticallywhen exposedto dust, molds
with
and chemicals. [n a survey taken by the American Academy of Pediatrics, 71o/oof teachersstatedthat they seemore and more health problems, and up
Pren
to 20o/oof US children have chronic health conditions (American Academy
With
of Pediatrics,School Health Policy and Practice,1993).
utero
It is estimated that at least 10oloof school children suffer from ADHD,
woul
therefore, in a normal classsize of thirty children, three will present with
the f
ADHD. The ratio of boys to girls is four to one. It is interestingto note that a
sum(
relatedto environmajority of children with ADHD have signsand s\Jrmptoms
milk,
mental illnessas describedon pp. 38-39 in the earlierchaptersof this guide.
i cf sA D H D T y p i c aCl h a r a c t e r i s t o .o Short attention span o Easilydistracted
Infar Ar rh leads fallin
o Overactiveand disoriented o Disturbing other children
ear ir
o Not able to sit still
as th
consl
Dr.J. Krop 251
fme
o Impulsive,sometimesviolent
:tive
. Dull appearanceor day dreamer
nen-
o Emotional problems, easily crying depressed o Discipline problems
ians,
o Poor coordination
vity-
o Perceptualproblems
ases/ rtion
R e s u l t aP n rt o b l e m s
:king
o Listening
:n in
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rvailo/oof
o Writing o Arithmetic
depending on which difficulty or combination of difficultieswill contribute to the level of learning disability
, that chil-
Parentsand educatorsshould know that the signs and symptoms of children
rolds
with ADHD change as they progressin age:
rtrics, rd up
Prenatal
demy
With many children, their mothers could feel excessivemovements in utero-hiccups, painful kicking or worrisome quiet. These symptoms
)HD,
would be noticed a few minutes after ingestion of an allergic food to which
with that a
the fetus had become sensitizedin utero. Often the culprit is milk con"drink sumed excessivelyby the mother, since women are encouragedto
viron-
milk," especiallywhen pregnant.
3uide.
Infancy At this stage,the baby may cry and screamexcessively,have colic, which leads to frequent formula changes,and have difficulty sleeping (difficulty falling asleepand waking up frequently). They may presentwith eczema, constant nasalstuffinessand/or a runny nose.They may suffer from chronic ear infections.There is a lot of drooling and excessiveperspiration, and as they get a bit older, they rock and bang their head-againstthe crib.
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Toddler
falsel
In the toddler stage,ADHD children are not able to cuddle.They constantly
title (
wiggle,exhibit excessivetemper tantrums, may bite self or others, and often take their clothes off. Some sleep a lot (child narcolepsy), have one cold
Caus
after another,repeatedear infections leading to chronic use of antibiotics, "gto*and complain of leg pain, which is describedin pediatric literature as
The c
ing pains." (ln my experienceand opinion, no healthy child should experi-
ficult
ence leg pain. A simple elimination of allergic food, and particularly food
infan
dyes,often curesthese children of leg pain completely.)
prola
acceI
with
Preschool
Their
The preschool child's symptoms change to chronic runny noses and stuffi"allergicwipe" (constantlyrubbing "salute crease"or ness,and ultimately the
low (
the nose upward, which leavesthe nose with a perrnanent crease).Breathing
child
problems, such as bronchitis and/or the beginnings of asthma, start. Other
anen
gastrointestinal symptoms begin: diarrhea, constipation, excessivegas,
of thr
abdominal pain, bad breath, and rushing to the bathroom. Excessivetired-
sexua
C
nessor hyperactivity is observedand learning problems begin. It is oft.ena
C
teacherwho observesthis first and informs the parents about the problem.
limitr inhib
Adolescence
intell
As time passesand the physiology changesin adolescence,thesechildren
disru
show a different picture. Chronic tirednesssetsin, muscle pain, headaches
ing tt
could be troublesome; emotional instabiliry irritability, forgetfulness,and
probl
inability to think clearlycould be another set of q/rnptoms. At this age,some
c hi l d
eat excessivelyand become obese,while others develop anorexia.They feel
and a
inadequate,tired, and often turn to drugs or alcohol. Depressionand sui-
Ir
cidal tendenry is common. What is interesting is that often their previ-
c hi l d
ous eczemaor asthma may disappeardue to the surgeof steroid hormones
tatior
as a result of their sexual development. This is misleading to parents, as
child'
poorly informed doctors tell parents that the children have outgrown "outgrowingphenomenon" misconceptionis their previousproblems.This
find t ment
Dr.J. Krop
ntly
253
falselycomforting to parents.This theory was discussedon p. 3g under the title Changing Facesof Sensitivity.
ften :old
C a u soef A D H D
tics, 'ow-
The causesof ADHD are not clear,and sometimes controversial.A well-
reribod
acceptedhypothesisis low oxygen or hypoxia of the brain asa result of difficulties in labour, such as breech delivery cord wrapped around the infants neck, compression of the umbilical cord in the birth canal, or prolapse of the umbilical cord. Stressand lack of oxygen produce infants with abnormalities in their appearance,respiration and heart rate at birth.
uffibing hing tther 8as, iredena lem.
Their APGAR score in the first and even second minute after deliverv is low (a perfect APGARscore is 10 in the first minute). Other possible causesof ADHD areviral or bacterial meningitis in early childhood, intoxication in utero with lead, mercury or other heavy metals, anemiasof different origin, and undetectedhypothyroidism (low function of the thyroid) and lack of early treatment.Any form of physical,mental or sexualabusecan also affect a child's learning and behaviour. one disturbing hypothesis based on numerous animal studies (but limited human studies) is the theory that persistentchemicalsare able to inhibit the action of thyroid hormones that are crucial for developingbrain intelligence.The chemicals referred to in this theory are the hormone-
dren
disrupting chlorinated pesticidesand plastics,particularly PCBs.Consider-
.ches
ing the continuous and widespreaduse of these chemicalsglobally, this
and
problem could have catastrophicconsequenceson the development of our
iome
children and the ability of future generationsto conduct intelligent life
' feel
and activiry on this earth.
suirreviones
In my own environmental practice, I see an alarming number of children with ADHD. Most parentscome armed with pagesof documen-
ts, as
tation regardingtheir child's condition, and they are not satisfiedwith their child's progresson the traditional treatment. After appropriate testing, we
.own
find that a large majority of these children are affectedby other environ-
on is
mental and dietary factors. Food allergy and sensitiviry chemical toxicity
and chemicalsensitivity,and mold, dust, dust mite and other inhalant allergieswill be evident.Some of the ADHD children havevitamin, min-
in sc
bring relief to thousandsof children with ADHD, allowing them to discontinue Ritalin or use a very minimal dose.
Wha
Ir r(
are generallyput into place.Dealing with schools and school boards is not
\4
d el al
ei
29 state universities) had air quality problems, of which 73o/oeualified as sick building syndrome.Airborne chemicalswere contributing to the trou-
o Q
ble of the buildings in 630/oin rhe samestudy (AmericanAcademyof pedi-
in
atricsSchool Health: Policy and Practice1993).
ol
The school environment and how it can impact the health of an environmentally sensitivechild has been discussedin the Managementsection on page 202.The samerecommendationscould be applied to significantly improve the health and behaviourof ADHD children.
ii*ll :,i*. t)'|yI:
ir
iour (e.g., removing scentedproducts, using air cleaners,dust mite covers for mattresses,etc., as previously directed in the Managementsection, they
effect on the health and learning of our children. A reporr by the occupational Safetyand Health Administration showed thar over 5oo/o(15 out of
:i- .
V
Ir
Sick building syndrome problems relatedto schools have a profound
ri*l.
o f
some environmental controls at home that can improve their child's behav-
alwaysthat simple.
ai;tF:
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eral and essential fatty acid deficiencieswhen they first come to see me. Early recognition and treatment of these allergiesand deficienciescould
There are many environmental offenders at home and in schools that can be changed to help improve ADHD. once parents are made aware of
i*iI.
scre(
Nutrition plays an important role in rreating children with ADHD. Keeping them off their allergenicfoods helps considerably,but keeping them away from "junk food" is iust as important. This is not an easytask, consideringthe persuasivetelevision advertisingand the number of fast food outlets cropping up. "Junk food" contains many chemicalsthat have detrimental effectson the brains of thesechildren. Lackof physicalexercise,lack of art and music programsbecauseof fund, ing cuts,as well as excessive time spent in front of televisionand computer
or
rh Er ocl ,r fo rNr m of of AT alc of
Dr.J. Krop zss
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screenswatching or playing questionableviolent shows or games,all con-
nin-
tribute to learning disabilitiesand behaviourproblems at home, school or
me.
in society at large.
ruld :on-
Whatcanbe done? o A thorough environmental history should be taken. tooking for a cause
that 'e of
will help to individualize the treatment.The mother's history includ-
hav-
location and activitiesduring pregnanq, are all important. Basic
)VefS
laboratory teststo rule out simple causessuch as like anemia or hypothy-
they
roidism should be performed. Psychologicaltesting is very important, as
not
ing time of pregnanq/,occupation during pregnancy,geographical
well as hearing and visual assessments. Further specializedtestsfor detection of heavy metals, and teststo detectvitamin, mineral and
,UDd
essentialfatty acid deficienciesshould be performed. Food, chemical
upa-
and inhalant allergiesand/or sensitivitiesshould be determined by
rt of
either sublingual, intradermal or electrodermaltesting (or ELISAtests
:d as
on blood) as describedearlier in this guide.
irouledi-
o Once allergiesare determined, environmental controls should be implemented at home and in the school.This may require education on the part of the parents and the educatorsand superintendentsof
:nvi-
the school (refer to section on Indoor Air Pollution, and the school
:tion
Environment).
antly )HD.
o Changeof diet with elimination of all allergicfoods, and especially "junk food," and introduction of the four-day rotation diet is necessary for at least three months (seeFour-Day Rotation Diet, p. 222).
:ping
o Nutritional supplementationof vitamins and minerals,especiallyB vita-
task,
mins and zinc, togetherwith essentialfatty acids,is a must in all cases
f fast
of ADHD. Someherbal preparationssuch asADFX, containing an extract
have
of Ginko Biloba and American Ginsen&may havesomevalue in treating
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fund-
along with Ginko Biloba, may be very important to increasethe acrivity
puter
of the parasympatheticsystemand increaseCNS circulation.
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Food, chemicaland inhalant sensitivitiesshould be treatedin addition to environmental controls with desensitizationin the form of sublingual
AUT Autisr
neutralizing drops or Enzyme PotentiatedDesensitization(EPD). Children with ADHD may benefit from specialeducation classeswhere
Spectn
the ratio of teacherto student is much smaller. Four or six children to
1 6 0s <
one teacheris ideal.
in eigl
An ADHD child will improve and benefit faster if all members of the family adhereto the environmental controls and the four-day
In s pi
rotation diet.
and A
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In the maiority of cases,this approachgivesexcellentresults,and the need for Ritalin is diminished. Children concentratebetter, their activity level set-
to cor
tles down, they improve healthwise, and they regain their much-needed self-
well a,
esteem. Some children may still require Ritalin, but the above-mentioned recommendations allow the effectivedose of Ritalin to be greatly reduced.
posec
Sincewe know that ADHD can be influenced in the womb, prevention can begin before conception and during pregnancy.All women of child-
findin Qr
physic
bearing age should avoid working in contaminated placeswhere chemicals, plastics, and toxins are present.They should stop smoking and
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drinking alcohol and coffee long before conception. Perhapsspecial education regarding the importance of a nutritious diet, avoidanceof persistent
treatn
chemicals in the environment and the workplace, and maintaining overall good health should be implemented during high school years,and stressed
Detail
to both young men and women. During pregnancy,women (especiallyif they are awareof allergiesin their family) should stayon a four-day rotation diet, and optimally eat organic foods. This is advisablefor both the time of pregnanry and breastfeeding which is recommendedto continue to at leastone yearof age.Introduction of foods is coveredin the section on Infants on page 265.
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AI}TISM
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Autism, also called PervasiveDevelopmental Disorder (PDD) or Autistic SpectrumDisorder,is a rapidly increasingdisorder in North America,Europe
rhere nto
and Asia, a fact noticed in the early 80s. Today, in the US, one in every 160 school-agedchildren suffersfrom it. It is more prevalent in boys (one in eighty in the US has autism nationwide and one in fifty in England).
the
In spite of the common belief that autism is a psychological/psychiatric disorder, recent data indicate that it is more a biological problem. For many years,there was little researchinto autism or help for autistic children and their families.In 1995, Dr. BernardRimland (the father of an
need
autistic son) and his Autism ResearchInstitute, establishedin 1967, began
el set-
to convene regular conferencesfor interestedphysicians and scientists,as
C self-
well as parentsunder the name DAN! (Defeat Autism Now!) with the pur-
ioned
pose of sharing research,information, ideasand working toward the goal of
rced.
fi nding effective treatments.
ntion
Over the years,the DAN! Protocol has been developed,which guides
child-
physiciansand parentsto clinical assessment options leading to appropriate
hemi-
treatment. This protocol is of interest,particularly to parents and physi-
g and
cianswho do not considerpsychotropicdrugs as the best or only choiceof
:duca-
treatment. Briefly:
listent >verall
Detailed history with a view to possible causative factors, including:
ressed
r Intoxication with toxic chemicals,heavy metals
n their
o Vaccinationproblems . Birth iniury
rganic
r Signs and symptoms of allergies/sensitivities
:eding
r History of infections
uction
. Specificorgan disorderssuch as dysbiosis.
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. Age-dependent24-hour urinalysis for mercury and other heavy metals r Allergl/sensitivity screening
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Autism is a multi-disciplinaryproblem involving toxicolory, epidemietc.Thereis no ology,neurology,immunology,genetics,gastroenterology, one answerfor any autistic child. Parentand doctor work together to determine contributing factors and tryvarious researchedtreatments,alone or in combination, hoping to find the most effectivehelp for the individual child.
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o Mandatory prenatal counselingfor mothers to ensuresafe and adequatenutrition during pregnancy. . In the caseof relative infertility, investigateand treat subclinical hypothyroidism. o Consider conception in the most allergy-freeseasonfor both husband and wife (there is an increaseof sPontaneousmiscarriagesin peak seasonal pollination). o Do not replaceany amalgam fillings before, or during pregnancy,or during breastfeeding. o Treatment of symptomatic allergies, chemical and food sensitivitieswith appropriatemethods,including desensitizationtherapy,should be considered. . Recognitionand modification of factors in the nursing mother's diet which causesymptoms. o Total breastfeeding, plus occasional water at least to one year of age is highly recommended. o Avoid dextrosewater, cow's milk or soy formula the in early newborn period, and preferablyup until one year if possible . Recognizeand modifu factorsin breastfeedingmother's diet that cause symptoms in both mother and infant. Both the mother and infant could be testedwith the electrodermaltechnique. o Introduce foods singly after age of six months, so that the causeof any symptomswill be easilyrecognized. o Introduce foods in a natural,well-cooked,hypoallergenicform.
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r Rotatefoods after introduction. r Delay introduction of highly allergenicfoods (e.g.,grains,cereals, eggs,shellfish, peanuts,and cow's milk) until after one year of age. r During or after acuteviral infections (upper respiratory gastrointestinal)
lntrot
rrdn
7mon
do not give any new foods and cook familiar ones well. . Avoid antibiotics during acute illnessesunless a definite bacterial infection is highly probable or has been proven by laboratory testing. o Use the least medication in the shortestcourseconsistentwith adequatecare. o Keepthe environment low in allergenicpotential; avoid cats,dogs, ' cagedrodents, and horse or stable exposure. o Provide a bedroom aboveground level; avoid bedroom in proximity
8 mon
to downstairs shower,laundry rooms and furnace areas. o Keepbedroom as dust, mold and chemical-freeas possible. r Avoid painting or renovating. o No electric blankets or waterbeds. o Recognizesymptoms and try to establishthe etiology; treat by the most appropriate methods before illness progresses.Use hypo-sensitization for infants.
9mon
o Desensitizefor seasonalpollens and symptoms to prevent asthma. o Provide an absolutelytobacco- and perfume-free environment during pregnancyand infanry. Simplifr foods, i.e.,feed single entity foods, not combinations. Nutrional supplementsor medicationscan also causesymptoms.
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Bmonths
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When used,they should be diluted one part iuice
develol
to three parts spring water.
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Meats
the im Meats can be ofiferedat around nine months of dg€, or wheneverthe baby is ready.This is, of course,after they a re to l e ra ti ng a var iety of fr uits and vegetables. Processedmeats should be avoided,
antibo other e
wt patient 5Oo/oh
A FewRulesto Keepin Mind 1. Introduce only one new food per day. 2. Use organic foods as much as possible.
After tt precise Iti
3. Do not use tap water; use bottled spring water or filtered tap water. 4 . Rememberto rotate foods accordingto the Four-Day Rotation Diet to
fragile
avoid any sensitivities. 5 . Keep a "diet diary," listing the foods given each day and any symp-
respon
toms observed.It will help you to recognize any food sensitivitiesthat your baby may have. 6 . Rememberthat when foods are cooked, they are lessallergic than
when eaten raw. Therefore,cooking foods will make them less likely to causesensitization. . If, after the introduction of cow's milk
choosr Iti asthmi eczem; biggesr ing m; ders, t work t
(after the secondbirthday), your child
Th
doesn't like or tolerate it, don't worry;
contrc
contrary to widespreadadvertising,it's not vital; adequatecalcium can be obtained
stricter wide r
through other foods and supplements.
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EPN Enryme PotentiatedDesensitization(EPD) is a method of immunotherapy developedby Dr. l.eonardM. McEwan in England in the mid-60s. [t involves desensitizationwith combinations of a wide variety of very low-dose aller"potentiate" gensgiven with the enTqe beta-glucuronidase,which actsto
8€, ot : they ibles.
the immunizing effectsof the allergens.EPD is cell-mediatedrather than antibody-mediated, resulting in longer-lasting desensitizationthan any other existing method. EPD is well supported in research "failure" When I first introduced EPD to my practice I tried it on ten of my patients-those for whom nothing seemedto work. After severalmonths, 50% had considerableimprovement in quality of life work and function. After ten yearsof experiencewith this method, I can sayit is one of the most precise,structured,relativelyeasy,and highly effectivetreatmentsavailable. It is effectivefor most individuals and particularly for those who are too
:r.
fragile to be tested with other methods, and for whom it is difficult to
et to
choose medications or supplements due to reactions, or who do not respond well to simple environmental controls and dietary changes.
)ithat
It is particularly useful for people with severefood sensitivities,chronic
in managingchildren's asthma,and seasonalallergies.[t is very successful ratesreach 8}o/s.Itgivesthe eczema,learningdisabilities,and autism. Success
I
biggestpossible umbrella protection for a minimum 22O antigens,includ-
:ely
ing many foods, grasses,trees, weeds, a spectmm of molds, animal danders, bacteria, chemicals.Additional allergenscan be used depending on work exposure,e.g.,for carpenters,librarians, animal lab workers, etc. There is a specific and somewhat restrictivedietary and environmental control protocol to be followed for four days around the EPD shot. The stricter the adherence,the better the result. Concomitant therapy with a wide rangeof supplementsbefore and after the EPD shot improves its effecThe protocol includestreatment tivenessand correctsnutritional deficiencies. for dysbiosis,from which many patients suffer.
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The dose is chosenon an individual basis,i.e.,dependingon the degree
ffiYl
and severityof illness.In the first year,shots are given everytwo months, in
In so
the second year everythree months, followed by maintenancewith two or
ual's
three shots per year. Often, after five years, most people can discontinue "reminder" therapy.When symptoms return, one or two shots clear up the
intox
problem. Only a few very allergic individuals require longer maintenance.
(fat)
This treatment is well supported scientifically by double-blind studies car-
symt
ried out in Europe,and Dr. McEwenpublished his researchin the Annals of
tivity
Allergy as early as the 1970s.(SeeResources)
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In some cases,hydrotherapy may be recommended as part of an individ-
wo or
ual's treatment for environmental hypersensitiviry and/or for workers
rtinue
intoxicatedwith solvents,pesticides,etc. Over a period of time, toxins
rp the
from our food, air and water are deposited and stored in the adipose
rance.
(fat) tissues of an individual. This buildup of toxins may produce various
:s car-
symptoms and side effects,including increasedenvironmental hypersensi-
ralsof
tivity. These toxins are slowly released,possibly contributing to the development of chronic degenerativediseasesaffectingthe chest,abdomen, head and extremities. (Krop L Chemical SensitiuityAfter Intoxication at Work with to Sauna Therapy.The lournal of Alternatiueand CompleSoluents:Response mentaryMedicine,Vol.4, No. 1, 7998,p. 77-86). Hydrotherapy is a detoxification program used to eliminate thesetoxins from the system.[t involves controlled sweating in a sauna under medical supervision, for a prescribed period of time, the calculation of which dependsupon the patient's individual tolerance.The therapy also involves taking a prescribedamount of vitamins, minerals, niacin, charcoal and vegetable oil supplements. During the therapy, the amounts of the supplements and blood levelsof potassium,sodium, calcium, magnesiumand iron are monitored, and measurementsof toxic chemicals are taken. The length of time required for hydrotherapy varies from person to person, depending on the nature and severity of the individual's disease and the individual's toleranceto heat and sweating.Generally,the therapy lasts between three and six weeks and involves four to five individual sessions per week. An intravenous nutrient protocol is recommended two times a week to aid in the detoxification process(seeAppendix, p, 327).
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The ki millio
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are spl
It is imperative to mention the influence of hormone disrupting chemicals
superr
globally spreadin the environment and their affectson animals and humans.
chemi
Understandably,it is beyond the scopeof this book to describethe issuein
the Ur
detail, nevertheless,a brief outline is helpful. The concept of psychonuroimmunoendocrinologywas introduced on p. 36. There is ample evidenceavailableto show how environmentalpollutants in our food, water and air adverselyaffect our central nervoussystem directly through our olfactory system,causingsensitization of the limbic system; the centre of our emotions. Any minute exposureto solvents,pesticides, and fragrancescan causeerratic signaling that in turn can causenot only a changein mood and memory but also changesin the digestiveand respiratory systemsand other functions. There is another mechanismby which man-madetoxins spreadin the environment and can have a profound effect on the endocrine, central nervous systemand the immune system.Thesechemicalswork as hormone disrupters.Readingthe book of Theo Colburn, Our StolenFuture,published by Penguin BooksCanadaLtd., has had a profound influenceon me. It re-
fryt
enforced my long-held observation of the anatomical, behavioural and immune changesin children and adults in my twenty yearsof practicing environmental medicine. There are thousandsof synthetic chemicals on the market. Each year a thousand new chemicalsaredeveloped.In 1989,therewere 5 billion pounds of pesticidesglobally, which includes 1600 chemicals.Now the
7t
United Statesusesthirty times more pesticidesthan in 1945. In the United States, 2 . 2 b i l l i o n p o u n d s o f p e sti ci desar e used per year, which constitutes 8.8 pounds per capita.
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The killing power per pound of pesticidesused by 900,000farmsand 69 million householdshas increasedtenfold. Fivebillion pounds of pesticides
ricals lans. re in 'cho-
are spreadglobally on agricultural fields, parks,schools,hotels, restautants, supermarkets,hospitals,nursing homes, homes and gardens.Many of these chemicalshavebeenbanned in the United States.In spite of this, in 1991, the United Statesexported 4.1 million pounds of thesebanned pesticides,
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including 96 tons of DDT. It is important to rememberthat we import a
Wha
variety of foods from these countries, including South America, where
Cher
banned pesticidesare used indiscriminately. These exports also included
o f
fotty million pounds of pesticidesknown to be endocrine disrupters.
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WhatAreThesePesticides?
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There is a largegroup of chlorinated pesticideswith DDT and their metabo-
b
lites DDE, DDD, as one of the first used massivelyacrossthe globe sincethe
li
beginning of the twentieth century.The other chlorinated pesticides,also part of the so-called"Dirgz Dozen," include chlordane,lindang aldrin, diel-
o f
b
drin, endrin, toxifenq heptachlor, mirex, etc. Another group of chemicals "Dirtlr included in the Dozen" belong to the polychlorinated biphenyls
a
(PCBs), which arecomposedof a group of ZOgpossibleisomers,75 different
a
dioxins, and 135 furans, related to Agent Orange which was massively
lr
sprayedover the iungles and villages in Vietnam by the Americans during
fr
o f
the Vietnam War. 2,4-D is also widely and indiscriminately used for cos-
e
metic reasonson our parks, lawns and gardens.
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As if this were not enough, scientistsrecently discovered,to everyone's
tl
surprise,that hormone disruptive actions are presentin many plastics. The
tl
active ingredientsin many plasticsare phthalates (which make them flexi-
c
ble); nonyllphenyl, added to polyvinyl chloride (PVCs)used in the major-
fr
ity of medical IV equipment, contraceptivecreams,detergents,pesticides,
b
the pulp and paper and textile industry and in the lining of tin cans.Styrene
1
is also used in a variety and in vast amounts of packaging e.g.,styrenecups,
h
etc. Plasticsalso contain alkylphenol polyetorylates, which are manufac-
E
tured in the United Statesin amounts ranging from 450 million pounds
o J
globally. Another chemical in plastics mimicking hormonal action is
I\
bisphenol-A.
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Additionally, lead, cadmium and mercury arealso capableof disrupting hormones.
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What Are The Characteristics of Hormone Disruptor
rhere
Chemicals (HDC)? o They persistfor a long time in the environment; therefore,they are
uded
also called persistent chemicals. For example,the half-life of chlordane is forty years,which meansthat after forty years,half of the original quantity still persists,not losing its biological activity. In order to tabo-
be classifiedas a persistentchemical, the substancemust have a half-
:e the
life of at least 182 days.
, also
r Their effect was observed,researchedand proven on many animals,
, diel-
birds, and humans acrossthe globe. Their biological, chemical,
nicals
anatomical, physiological and behivioural effectwas observedand
.enyls
researched on herringgulls,westerngulls,bald eagles,otters,minks,
lerent
alligators,seals,stripeddolphins,belugawhales,fish, polar bears,
sively
Iaboratorymice and rats,aswell as on humans.
uring r cos-
o Thesechemicalsaccumulatein animal and human fats. Thev are easily transported through the placenta. It is interesting that the fetus, through the processof bioaccumulation, can store more toxins than
/one s
the mother. Thesechemicalscrossthe brain barrier and accumulatein
s. The
the central nervous svstem.Another mechanism bv which animals and
fle>d-
children absorb these toxins is through breastmilk. Breastfedbabies
najor-
receivean entire life load of dioxin during the first six months of
icides,
b reastfeeding(Steingraber, Sandra Liuing D ownstre anr Ad dison WesIey,
yrene
1999). There are approximately 250 chemical contaminants in the
: cr.lps/
human body, regardlessof whether a person lives in China, Russia,
nufac-
Easternor Westem Europe,Africa, America or Canada
ounds
Thesehormone-disrupting chemicals are globally distributed in the
i on is
North and South Pole, the equator, and in all countries.They travel by water, air, and food, through migrating birds and fish. They contami-
rpting
nate all species,including human beings,which are at the top of the pyramid of the food chain.
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Thesechemicals,through the processof bioaccumulation (particu-
Pe
larly PCBs),can increasein level in different speciesexponentially
as
as they move from animal to animal up the food chain. For example,
T}
phytoplankton 250X, zooplankon 500X, lake trout 2,800,000X,and
ar
herring gulls 25,000,000X(seeillustration p.27t).
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If they act at the very crucial time of the developing embryo, they have
VL
a profound effect in extremely minute amounts. They act in a fraction
It
of one part per trillion (ppt). To imagine, Theo Colborn tells us to think of one ppt. equaling one drop of gin in 660 train tank carsof
8e ol
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a(
action of one weak chemical can be potentiated by the presenceof others.They can also work through all the mechanismsat the same
d
time. For example,in one organ they can be stimulating,while in another they could be blocking.
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from 1940 to 1990.This study was done by Danish scientistNiels Skakkebackand was published in the Britishlournal of Medicinein 1992. Other researchersobservednot only small volumes of sperm, but also anatomical abnormalities (double-headedor double-tailed sperm), loss of mobility and increaseof viscosity,all leading to lower fertility. The same mimicking estrogenin girls can produce an enlarged clitoris, an abnormal shapeof the vagina or uterus, and premature puberty. In later life, ectopic pregnancies,miscarriages,premature babies, endometriosis,obesity,osteoporosisand an increasedrate of cancerof the breast,ovaries and uterus may occur.Theseabnormalities definitely interferewith the fertility and reproduction processof the human and animal species. Additionally, both boys and girls may have anatomical abnormalities in the urinary tract, e.g.,hlpospadiasis (opening of the urethra on the undersideof the penis instead of at the tip), a short or double urethra, a single,double or abnormal kidney. Thesehormone-disrupting chemicals are also able to change the sexual orientation in the development stage.
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The most extremeexample of what could happen when something blocks the hormonal messageis a feminizing male, who has the XY chromosomesof a male, testiclesin the abdomen (undescended)and tissuesunresponsiveto testosterone.This person looks and behaves like a female but does not menstruate.They never develop the body, brain or sexualbehaviour of a male in spite of the genetic and chromosomal material.
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o Vinclozolin, a chemical widely used to kill fruit fungus as well as DDE, a metabolite of DDT works as an androgenblocker, which will "interderail boys' sorual development,resultingin different forms of sex" or hermaphrodite characteristics.
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Thesepersistentchemicalsalso have an affect on brain development and behaviour. Femalerats, mice, hamstersand guinea pigs, if exposed
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to estrogenicchemicals,show more masculinization and decreased feminization characteristicsof behaviour. In different studies,a
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considerablepercentageof daughterswhose mothers were treated with DES (diethylstilbestrol), a drug used extensivelyon many
p
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women during 1950 to 1980, reportedlife-long bisexualand homosexualorientation. Both sons and daughtersof those exposedmothers experiencedan increasedrate of anxiety,anorexianervosa,phobias, neurosis,and maior depressivestates. o Another large classof fungicide are membersof the piridine carbinol family, as well as DDE. Thesechemicalscould interfere with the cholesterolmetabolism, causinga generaltzeddepletion of all hormones derived from cholesterol:adrenalhormones (cortisol), and gonadal hormones (testosterone,estrogenand progesterone). o PCBs, along with their isomers, and dioxins have a negative effect on the brain, hypothalmus, pituitary gland and other hormonal glands. They interfere with and block thyroid hormone receptorsthat are responsiblefor brain development. It is estimatedthat approximately 5o/oof children suffering from hyperactivity and learning disabilities have been exposedto PCBsand dioxin in utero. Both animals and children exposedto hormone disruptors in the womb show behavioural problems, aggression,and low resistanceto stress(physical,chemical and psychological).Thesechildren show poor behaviour, and a decreasein intelligence and capacityfor social organization. Altered action of thyroid hormones and/or low levelsof adrenal hormones (cortisol is known as a stress-protectivehormone), as well as altered immunity, can lead to what we seein generalpractice:chronic fatigUe syndrome, general inability to cope with stress,increasedinfections and a massiveincreasein autoimmune diseases,such as Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Gravesdisease,rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and cardiovascular disease.
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THEMOSTCOMMON HORMONAL PROBLEMS Anterior Pituitary Gland
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All stimulating hormones (FSH, LH, TSH, etc.) are secretedby the anterior pituitary gland, sending signalsto the peripheral glands, the testes,ovaries, thyroid gland, adrenal cortex and the thymus gland. The peripheral glands send signalsback to the pituitary gland, resulting in a self-regulatingmechanism. All functions are very closely related.
T H Y R OG I DL A N D
"forgotten gland," is responsible The thyroid gland, sometimescalled the for the control of the entire body's metabolism. Such things as energy and growth, heat regulation, blood circulation, immune function and removal of wasteproducts all fall under the supervisionof the thyroid gland. The prime hormone is T3 (triiodothyronine), which works on the level of every tissue in the body. T3 is enzymatically converted from T4 (tetraiodothyronine), which is dependenton selenium,iron, cortisol,zinc, 812, folic acid and 82. Thyroid diseases,particularly the autoimmune disorder Hashimoto's thyroiditis, have increaseddramatically, due in part to exposureto nuclear radiation (seepage 311). Too much thyroid hormone is called hyperthyroidism, and too little hormone is called hypothyroidism,which is more common. Resultanteffectsof hypothyroidism: o Reducedproduction of all hormones o Reducedblood clearanceof all substances o Reducedsynthesisof all substances . Reducedcatabolism o Reducedbody temperature o Reducedexcretion of all toxins
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Premature greyingof hair ftosis
Coarsening & lossol scalphair(alopecia)
chsrelling Periorbital
Puffinessof lace
Deafness tongue Englarged Huskyvoice
Goiteror thyroidectomy scar Vitiligo
,ble and rl of evel :tra-
. Galactorrhea Pericardial effusion Delayedtendon reflexduration
Englarged muscles
Pleuraleffusion
Dryskin Obesity Ascites
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Leuconychia
lear ittle Hydrocoelein men
Palpablesignioidcolorr (constipation)
Reductionboclyhair
Ankle edema
with Hypothyroidrsm Schematiclllustrationof SymptomsAssociated
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Among the most irritating symptoms of hypothyroidism is low body
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temperature (cold hands and feet). Averagebody temperatureshould be
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36.6 to 36.8 degreeCelsius.A good test for hypothyroidism is measuring your temperature before rising in the morning, under the armpit for ten
oFa
minutes over five consecutivedays (this is called your BasalBody Tempera-
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ture) and calculatethe average.Women should start to measuretheir tem-
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perature on the second day of their menstruation. Mental sluggishnessto "brain fog" are also experiencedwith hypothyroidism. varyrng degreesor There is no problem for either the physician or the patient if symptoms and Iaboratory testsare positive (a sensitiveTSH or thyroid stimulating hormone). The dilemma for most doctors occurswhen symptoms are present
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then: o {
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but the TSH is negative.This is so-called subclinical hypothyroidism, rarely recognized by the averagephysician. The following are a few reasons why
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there are quite often negative blood results but positive clinical symptoms: o Never trust any test to be one hundred percent accurate.
The g
. The blood sample representsa hormone level only at the moment of
throir
or ler
venipuncture. A twenty-four hour urine collection and analysisof
activt
hormones may give a more reliable result.
metal
o T3 and fteeT4 blood testssometime give an idea of what is in the blood but don't really measurethe amount of hormone in the cells. r Researchvolunteers,on the basis of whom norms are established, do not necessarilyhave normal levels. o The range of normal values is wide so that any value should be compared to the median range of values. o Decreasedblood volume due to arterial vasoconstriction,slow
SJ sion amot maliz of na is prt facilir
lymphatic drainage,mucopolysaccharideinfiltration of vesselwalls.
thesi:
o TSH levelswill only be elevatedwhen the hypothalamus and pituitary
the cr
gland are not myxedematousand thyroid hormone levels are very low
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as seen in advancedcases. o Hormone disruptorscan block the cell receptors.
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o Familial history o Positive resultswith BasalBody Temperaturetest o Positive thyroid antibody
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then: o A therapeutic trial should be implemented and if there is a positive responseto the therapy,then this is an indication for therapy to be
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continued.
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Choice of Therapy
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The great maiority of medical doctors use the synthetic thyroid Lthyroxine or levothyroxine (T4), with such product trade names as Eltroxin or Syn-
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throid. Unfortunately, T4 is only a precursorand, in order to be biologically activeit has to be metabolized to T3 (triiodothyronine), which is the real metabolically activehormone utilized by all tissues. Since the hypothyroid state createspoor, slow metabolism, the conver-
s.
sion of T4 to T3 is slow or inadequate, and the final result is that the amount of Tg deliveredto the cells is poor. Using T4, the TSH can be normalized, but the patient still has a lot of symptoms of hypothyroidism. Use of natural thyroid that contains a mixture of T3 and T4, or use of T3 alone, is preferable and gives better clinical results.T3 acts on cell membranes, facilitating the entry of amino acids and sugars;on mitochondria to syn-
s.
thesizeATP,the major substanceresponsiblefor appropriateenerry; and on
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the cell nucleus receptor for gene expression.
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Sometimes it could be sufficient to give a homeopathic remedy such as Thyroidea,which can substantiallyhelp the subclinically malfunctioning thyroid. An appropriate dose could be evaluatedwith the help of any electrodermal equipment, as well as blood testsand clinical symptoms.
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It may take time to find a doctor who understands these subtle differencesand who will treat subclinical hypothyroidism.
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The proper function of the thyroid gland, and secretionof the appropriate amount of hormones, depend particularly on nutrients such as selenium' iron, vitamins 81, p;2,BI2 and folic acid.Supplementationwith theseimpor-
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tant vitamins and minerals is essential' Hyperthyroidism is the opposite of hypothyroidism. Although it is much easierto diagnose,treatment is mole difficult, requiring the expertiseof an endocrinologist.
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ADRENG A LAND The adrenal glands are small glands locatedon top of the kidneys.The function of the adrenal glands and their respectivehormones include:
o Anr o Pre o Ne,
o Resistanceto both mental and physicalstress r Maintenance of enerSy o Protection againsthypoglycemia (low blood sugar) . o Maintaining electrolytebalance between potassium and sodium o Maintaining norrnal blood pressure-this is the action of aldosterone a
Androgenic effect (DHEA, androstenol): maintain the growth and repair of tissueafter iniury
o Estrogeniceffect:protection againsthot flashesduring normal menses and production of estrogen(postmenopausal)
On ex: o Pos fro o Re< r Thi o Po< o Thi o Lot
o Development and maintenance of normal immunity Mild o Adrenal hormones are very closely related to the function of the thyroid gland. A number of different hormones aresecretedfrom the adrenal glands. Thesehormones are essentialfor life. patients with subclinically low adrenal function presentwith a number of complaints and sYmPtoms: o Excessivefatigue . Nervousnessand irritabiliry apprehension
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. Lightheadedness,fainting spells o Insomnia
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o Frustration
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o Headache . Heart palpitations o Craving for salt and/or sweets . Alcohol intolerance, food and drug intolerance
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o Anorexia o Premenstrualtension o Neck and shoulder pain On examination, the patient may presentwith the following: o Postural hypotension (dizzinessor blacking out after standing up from a supine position) o Recurrentinflammation of cervical(neck) vertebrae o Thin and dry skin o Poor perspiration o Thinning hair o Low blood pressure
rroid ands.
Mild or subclinical adrenal insufficiencv mav occur in: o Chronic stress o Post viral syndrome (influenza, mononucleosis, Epstein Barr virus, hepatitis)
mber
. Chronic allergicdisorders(rhinitis, asthma) o Autoimmune disorderssuch as rheumatoid arthritis, diabetesmellitus, chronic thwoiditis
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Appropriate lab testscan help to diagnosethese conditions by finding the following markers: o The level of cortisol measuredbefore and after stimulation with ACTH ( adrenocorticotrophichormone)
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. Elevatedeosinophil levels (tfpe of white blood cell) in the blood
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Treatment may include removal of the primary causeof the problem (e.g., recurrent infections, allergies,chronic stress).The most successfultreatment is with a physiological dose of cortisone (5mg) four times a day with small meals. Steroids(cortisone is a steroid hormone) have an unfortunate reputation. There is general public resistanceagainst the use of this hormone. However,there is a differencebetweena physiological dose and a pharmacological dose, as in the use of asthma. A physiological dose of 5mg four times a day is safe and does not produce any side effects and, in fact, can help tremendously (leffries,W. SafeUsesof Cortisone.Chas.Thomas 1981). Some physiciansuse adrenal extractsof animal origin. Licorice root, Vitamin C, and pantothenic acid are also capableof naturally stimulating cortisol production. In mild cases,use of homeopathic remedies such as glandula supranulis by injection or sublingual route can be very effective. Anytime a pharmacologicaldose of steroid, e.g.,prednisone, is used for asthma, nephrotic syndrome, or lupus, etc.,then protection of the adrenal glands should be considered with such measuresas concomitant use of DHEA.
Emot re m ar cc fo What to be role ir PMS r oEl cc ofu oTr oSr vir (e
PE MS) YA NLD R O(M P R E M E N S T RSU o PMS affectsapproximately 45o/oof women and has a negative impact on their lives.This is a clusterof physical and psychologicalsymptoms, which occur either around ovulation on the 12th to 14th dat or iust before menstrual flow.
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Physical symptoms include: bloating
diarrheaor constipation
weight gain
breast swelling and/or tenderness
swelling
headache
acne nausea
foint or musclepain clumsiness,poor coordination
shaking
dizziness
insomnia
hot and cold feelings
seizures
(".s., ment ;mall repu10ne. lrma-
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eqt)' t, vitg corch as tive. :d for lrenal rse of
Emotional symptoms include: restlessness
sugar and/or salt cravings
mood swings
increasedappetite
arxiety
initability
confusion
suicidal thoughts
forgetfulness
unexplained crying spells, etc.
What can you do? Eventhough a single causeof PMS is not known, it seems to be that a correction of environmental and dietary conditions playsa large role in helpingthis condition. Belowis a list of recommendationsto improve PMS symptoms: o Elimination of sensitivefoods (most often sugar,wheat, alcohol, yeast, coffee,etc.) o Assessingand correcting thyroid and adrenal functions o Treating any underlying infections (e.g.,yeast) . Supplements:50 to 200m9 of vitamin 86 per day and other B-complex vitamins, 400 to 700mg of magnesiumper day and other minerals (e.g.,zinc and chromium), 400 to 8001.U.of vitamin E per day,and essentialoils (evening primrose and flax)
pact [oms, just
o Desensitizationof progesteroneand/or estrogenby SDEPTprovocation and neutralization method
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Use of natural progesteronecreamor capsulespreparedby a
SYMPI
compounding pharmacy Ltryptophan, 500mg taken three times a day Neutralization for neurotransmittorssuch as serotonin, dopamine, and histamine
ffi Lacko
Use of potassium iodine, and preferably aqueousdiatomic iodine, is very effectivein treating breastpain and swelling . If all these natural methods fail, then pharmaceuticalmethods may be useful such as antiprostaglandins,diuretics, and antidepressants' Recently,in some psychiatriccircles,PMS has been consideredto be primarily a psychiatricdisorder and treatedwith antidepressantssuch
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as Prozac,an insult to millions of women!
I SSNEO TA D I S E A S E MENOPAU Menopause is the time in the life of a woman when menstrual functions cease.This happensat approximately 50 yearsof age.The body preparesfor
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which lasts for about this event during a period called."perimenopause," ten yearsfrom forty to fifty yearsof age.Symptoms begin which reflect the diminishing function of the ovaries.At this time, there is not only a progressivedecline in hormonal function of the ovaries,but also a lack of balance among estrogen, progesteroneand androgen (testosterone) levels' perimenopausebegins with symptoms of progesteronedeficiency and ends
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with estrogendeficiency.Symptoms of androgen deficiencyshould also be
any d.
evaluated.
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The table below lists symptoms due to the lack of the three important hormones. Note how many symptoms are related to the central nervous system.This hormonal deficiencyis often misinterpretedand treatedwith
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insteadof balancingthe hormone levels. antidepressants
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Knowledge of permits symptoms assessment of an adeguate Ez-P-A Balance
HORMONE,DEFICIENCY PHYSICAL CNSRELATED (P) . Painful, Lackof Progesterone swollen breasts. Excessive nervousness . Swelling . Anxiety, irritability . [xcessive . Insomnia menstruation . Water retention ' C o n s t aanbtd o m i npaali n at menstruation (Er) Lackof Estrogen
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Drymucous membranes, Constant tiredness e s p e c i av lal yg i n a l Depression Wrinkles L i b i dl o essening Pooror nomenstruation Painful menstrual cramps Muscular hypotrophy Lossof sense of Wrinkles dominance M u s c uwl aera k n e s s Lossof self-confidence
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There are a number of factorswhich may affect the funaion of hormones
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any disturbanceof these functions is particularly annoytng. The aim of the practitioner is not only to prescribeappropriate (natural) hormones but also to correctany negativefactorswhich may affect hormonal function:
A d e g u a tdei e t o Decreaseexcessivecaloric intake o Increasefibre consumption o Decreaseexcessive protein intake
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o Decreasefat consumption (saturatedfats, transfatty acids, e.g.,fried foods) o Take appropriate vitamin and mineral supplementation
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toxins of environmental Avoidance o Coffee,alcohol, tobacco, margarine,anticancerdrugs, tranquilizers, antidepressants,anesthetics,Someantifungal drugs, antiparkinson
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and antiparasiticdrugs, narcotics,heavy metals (mercury lead and cadmium), all insecticidesand herbicides,food additives, industrial
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chemicals,plastics,solvents,etc. (see Hormone Disrupting Chemicals,
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page 27O).
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of Avoidance . Hysterectomyand tubal ligation (both result in disturbance of blood
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supply and atrophy)
Carefr When replacementtherapy is indicated,the goal is to use natural hormones. Theseare pharmacologicallymodified substancesusually derived from wild
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yams, soy or clover.The best-known products are:estriol, progesterone,and dehydroepiandrosterone(DHEA). There is a difference in the metabolic
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(good Lowers urine HDL Derived frompregnant mare's cholesterol) angiotensin tometabolize, accumulates Increases Difficult andrennin (causes hypertension) intheliver (excessive hirsutism intheenvironment Causes A xenoestrogen hair growth pressure onfaceandextremities) blood Increases (vein effect lncreases thrombogenic andartery thrombosis) fibromas lncreases riskofuterine lncreases riskcifbreast anduterine cancer Synthetic androgen, becauseof its ability to increase muscle strength, is often used illegally by athletes.There are some herbs that exhibit hormonal activity and these are often used to successfullytreat menopausal symptoms.
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They indude: o DonB Quai (angelicasinensis),widely used for menopausal symptoms o Tribulus terrestrisis used for hot flashes,insomnia, depression,loss of libido
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r Chasteberry,which can increaseprogesteroneand decreaseestrogen o Black cohosh, useful in menopausal depression Careful and thoughtful hormonal replacement with natural hormones can: o Increasethe quality of life (dynamism, cheerfulness,self-confidence, sexualdrive)
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o Decreaseaging symptoms (wrinkles, thinning of skin, muscle flabbi-
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ness,spine degeneration,hirsutism, uterine and bladder prolapse)
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o Decreaseor reverse aging pathologies such as osteoporosis,atheroscle-
and
rosis, cardiovasculardisease,breast cysts,uterine fibromas, ovarian rysts o Prevent cancerof the breast,uterus, and ovaries o Increase survival rate
O:N EP A t i C NAtt A T i M E 2 9 ? H E A L I NTGH EP L A N E T
IffTECTIT}H$ $TEALT}I "germ
TT
theory" dominated the late nine-
envir<
teenth and early twentieth centuries. [n over
by inc
thirty years of medical practice,[, as well as
envir<
many other physicians, have noted a shift
are di
from a predominance of acute infections to a
to hu
predominanceof more chronic and degener-
eat to
ative diseases.Does this mean that infections
the m
no longer play an important role in our life,
TI
or is it that they play a role not recognizedin
our vi
degenerativedisease?What are the factors
evolu
contributing to this switch in the manifestation of diseases?
we ar
The
There is definitely a profound influence by our polluted environment
TI
and climate change on all species,including humans and microbial organ-
ofou
isms (bacteria, fungi, viruses,parasites).Under these circumstances,all
tion i
speciesundergo acceleratedevolutionary changes.
into r
Pollutants affect the individual (host) on a low-level basis (low dose,
phase
big effect).Toxic pollutants decreasebeneficial soil organisms,creating an
the n
imbalance in favour of pathological species.Additionally, toxins penetrate
symp
the human speciesthrough food changes(pesticides,antibiotics,chlorine,
lv
massiveuse of pharmaceuticals)and not only depletethe friendly, protective
last t
bacteria in our gut, but also act as immunosuppressors,disturbing hor-
to as
mones and neurotransmitters(the endocrine, immune, and nervous sys-
prese
tems are the three pillars of homeostasis).
afe Ci
Acid rain, industries,toxins, pharmaceuticals,poor and dangerousfarm-
antin
ing methods, food processing,transportation and lengthy storageof food,
arthri
an increaseof heavy metals in soil, air, and water, all decreasethe nutri-
physi
ent. content in our foods. This, in turn, disturbs our metabolism and puts our geneticcode into shock,which then tries to repair and build cells
Follc
from deficient raw materials (nutrients), in turn creating weaker and more
existi
vulnerable firture generations.
There is an ever increasingnumber of people living in an unnatural environment enclosedin steel,glass,cement,plastic, and ever surrounded by increasingelectromagneticfields emanatingfrom modern gadgets.In this "domesticated"catsand dogs, meaning they environment, we also live with are different from their wild ancestorsthrough geneticmanipulations thanks to human influence and breeding. Virtually all the plants and animals we "organic") aregeneticallymodified. [n addition, eattoday (unlesscertifiedas the media bombards us with often negativeand conflicting news. This causesdestabilization in our mental and physical health, decreases
.:li
our vigilanceto protect ourselvesfrom microorganisms,which also undergo evolutionarychangesand becomemore insidiouslysophisticated(remember,
a.:. i::: :tJ: t;.'-i
tment
we are their prey) for their survival and multiplication. There is growing scientific evidencethat most of the degenerativediseases
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dose,
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of our modern times are causedby microorganisms.The reasonthis connection is not recognizedis the minimal funding for development and research into appropriate tests for detection. There is also a lack of a distinct acute phaseat the beginning of the infectious processas seen in all infections of
ng an
the ninteenth and beginning of the twentieth centuries, when signs and
etrate
q/mptoms were obvious to the suffering and easily recognizedby MDs.
orine,
Most of the human diseasesthat were acceptedas infectious during the
ective
last twenty-five years have actually been chronic. They have been referred "stealth" infections.The scientific debatecontinues as to whether the to as
; horrs sys-
presenceof pathogensfound in the lesionsof chronic degenerativediseases are causativefactors or just bystanders.Nevertheless,careful use of some
farm-
antimicrobial agentsin some degenerativediseasessuch as rheumatoid
food,
arthritis (RA) or sderoderma can bring a very pleasantsurpriseboth to the
nutri-
physician and, especially,the suffering patient.
r an d I cells
Following are examplesof the relationship between chronic diseasesand
more
existing pathogens:
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disease heart Atherosclerotic M u l t i pslcel e r o s i s disease Alzheimer's
C h l a m yp dn i ae u m o n i a e - in acute pneumonia phases causes
compulsive obsessive Juvenile
ronmer crobial
pylori andduodenum Helicobacter of stomach Ulcers Schizophrenia
many p
gondiinfectingrodents but Toxoplasma bycatsto humans transmitted infections Streptococcal
immun Thomar Resour
disorder
Cer
(rheumatoid Mycoplasmas diseases Collagen etc.) scleroderma, arthritis, cats, (CFS) Borna horses, sheep, virus affecting syndrome fatigue Chronic rodents depression Bipolar
33t Ros wl{l
Schizophrenia
Bor
papillovirus Human Cvirus Hepatitis virus(HHV-6) herpes Human cFs virus(HHV-8) herpes Human M u l t i pm l ey e l o m a byinfections halitosis, Caused warts, acne, Dandruff, foot,gingivitis athlete's
Co
cancer Cervical Livercancer
There is also an associationbetween stealthviruses and Lyme disease:they attack the cells of the host, creating a favourable environment for the growth of intracellular bacteriasuch as Borrelia burgdorferi, ehrlichia and babesia, the causativeagentsfor chronic and devastatingLyme disease. It is difficult to detectthese pathogens,which penetratecells deeply, as there is no one technique that may diagnosethis problem. Awarenessof these pathogens, a good clinical history and a combination of specialized laboratory testsare required before a trial of therapy.
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Knowing about stealth infections givesa new perspectivein helping many patients with chronic degenerativediseaseusing the preceptsof Environmental Medicine, careful and appropriate selection of different antimicrobial agents,protecting the gut with probiotics, as well as supporting the immune system with a variety of immune stimulants. For instance, Dr. V. Thomas McPherson Brown's Protocol for collagen diseasesis very helpful" Resources: Center for Complex Infectious Diseases 3328 StevensAvenue Rosemead,CAgl770 www.ccid.org
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To replace or not to replace,is another serious controversyin medical sci-
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ence and politics today.Accordingto Health Canadaguidelines(not enforce-
must t
able) of August 1996, dentists should not put any mercury amalgams into
Filling.
children up to eighteen years of age,pregnant women, anyone receiving
Mr
steroid therapy or having kidney problems. Dentists were ordered to
endoc
place removed amalgams into hazardouswaste containers becauseamal-
Fa
gam has a highly toxic effect on the environment and fish particularly.
size,a.
Apparently it's safefor everyoneelse-strange logic!
galvar
Countries such as Sweden,Germany and other Scandinaviancountries
are go
havetotally or partially banned the useof silver amalgamfillings. In Canada,
gam f
a classaction suit againstthe Dental College,Health Canada,and mercury
of hid
manufacturerswas started in August 1996 by some dentists and citizens
meth',
(www.talkinternational.com/mercury.htm)
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poun( to fats
There are different forms of mercury which all have a toxic effect: o Elemental: quicksilver (vapourizes-used in dental amalgams) o Inorganic:mercuricand mercuroussalts(Hg+l, Hg+2-used as
TI symPl remor ronm
antiseptic) o Organic: ethyl, dimethyl, etc. (merthiolate or thimerosal-used as preservativesin vaccines)
wherr cleare Ir
According to the World Health Organization, common sourcesof mercury
decisi
intoxication in micrograms of mercury absorbed per day are: - 3 . 0t o 1 7 . 0 o Dental amalgams
hand,
. Fish/seafood o Water o Air
- 2.34 - 0.0035 - 0.001.
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If we all agreethat mercury is a highly toxic poison, then Dr. Huggins of Colorado, one of the pioneers in recognizingmercury amalgam problems, CausedbySiluerMercuryAmalgam must be right (It's All inYour Head, Dkeases Fillings,Huggins, H.A. and Huggins S.A.,Avery Press,1993)' Mercury is stored in the kidneys, liver, heart, all neurological tissues,and
:d to
endocrine organs.
rmallarly.
Factorssuch as acidic foods, chewing teeth grinding number and filling size all increasethe releaseof mercury into the body. Another factor is buccal
rtries
galvaniccurrent (elearicity generatedin the mouth); particularly dangerous are gold crowns coveringamalgam fillings or located beside teeth with amal-
nada,
rcury izens
gam fillings. Even more dangerousare root canals,which become a source of hidden infections that produce toxins such as hydrogen sulphite (HrS) or
methylthiol, which binds to mercury producing methyl mercury comThesetoxins havean affinity pounds-very dangerousand toxic substances. to fats and lipids, particularly in the central nervous sFtem There is ample anecdotalevidencethat some long-lastingdebilitating symptoms have disappeareddramaticallyand quickly in many patients after removal of amalgamfillings. To my own surprise,I saw this in my own gnvironmental medical practice.This immediate improvement often takesplace where high buccal galvanic current interrupting nerve conductions was clearedby removing amalgamsor metal crowns. In general,I believe that no one should have amalgam fillings, but the decision to have them removed has to be carefully balanced' On the one hand, you havethe monetary cost and possiblecomplications such as losing teeth or ending up with a root canal; and on the other hand, you have the improved health benefits of mercury removal.
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Dental amalgamscan causemany sryptoms:
System Cardiovascular
0 r aC l r
irregular heart heart attack, heart murmur, Angina, pressure tachycardia, unexplained chest inchest, beat, pains
dimvision, chronic headache, dizziness, System Convulsions, Central Nervous failure walking, epilepsy, facial twitching, of difficulties
Psychc
loss insomnia, hearing difficulties, c00rdination, muscle movement mental to perform of thehands, of ability i su, s ctl w e i t c h i nm gu , ltiple l ea r a l y sm d i s a b i l im t yu, s c p narrowing 0r sounds inthehead, of scler0sis, n0ises ringing in f ieldof vision, numbness of armsandlegs, feetand speech disorders, tremor of hands, theears, andtoes, tingling of lipsand lips,tingling of fingers nose, unexplained legjerks Digestive System
System Endocrine
Levels Energy
problems, diarrhea, digestive Colitis, c0nstipati0n, frequent bloating, heartburn, diverticulitis, frequent nausea, stomach cramps, ulcers lossofappetite, dysfunction, chronic lowbody temperature, Adrenal diabetic tendency, coldhands andfeet,diabetes, frequent urination especially atnight, hypoedema, prostate glycemia, problems, ovary dysfunction, thyroid dysfunction, weight loss Chronic fatigue, drowsiness, irregular breathing, lackof
Skin 0ther
Wher of,
energy, lethargy, muscle weakness, oversleeping, tiredness
lmmune System
fc
Allerqies, asthma, cancer, chronic fatigue, environmental illness, Epstein-Barr virus, Hodgkin's disease, immune leukemia, deficiency disease, mononucleosis, rhinitis, glands susceptibility to flu,colds, swollen sinusitis, etc.,
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gg u m sb,o n e I o s sa r 0 u ntde e t h , b ,l e e d i n B a db r e a t h sa d l i v a gr yl a n d s , b u r n i nsge n s a t ii0nnm o u t he,n l a r g e of loosening leukoplakia, f lowof saliva, increased mouth tastein m0uth, metallic lossofteeth, teeth, pigment purple-black (gum) periodontal disease, ulcers,
hest
persistent stomatitis, cough, sorethroat, in gums, tartar towards tendency andglands, tongue swollen
n, 'eof loss al iple of in nd
formation
difficulty anddepression, confusi0n apathy, Anxiety, &Behavioral Psychological fitsofanger, instability, emotional decisions, making to concentrate, inability hallucinations, forgetfulness, intelligence, lowered lackofself-control, irritability, psych0l0gnightmares, nervousness, manic-depression, short-term span, attention short icaldisturbances, unexplained tension, disturbances, sleep loss, memory
d
d le a s s u i c i di a (eczema rashes itching, excessive dermatitis, Acne, patches), skin, skinflushes rough
Skin 1,
),
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candida in offspring, birthdefects arthritis, Anemia, jointpains, leg (persistent), stones, kidney albicans slow disease, of kidney 0r sympt0ms nephritis cramps, healing
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When removing amalgams,the following should be c-onsidered: . All patients,and especiallychemicallysensitiveones,should be tested
ness
for compatibility to various compositematerialswhich will be used as
3ntal
a replacementfor amalgams.
e s, lnds
o Replacementshould be done by a dentist trained in biological dentistry. o Removalof amalgamsmust be accomplishedwith adequateprotectioll from mercuryvapour(rubber dam, oxygenmask,air filtration, etc')'
T :n eP a t i e nat t a T i m e 3 O O H E A L I NTGH EP L A N E O
Protocolfor DentalAmalgamReplacemenr SeeNurririonalSupplement in the
cel
Appendix
CAU! Eachtooth is connectedthrough energymeridiansto a major organ in the
This t
body. Therefore,any acute or chronic dental infection (root canals,cavita-
thour
tions, gum disease)or buccal current (an electricalcurrent produced by the
coml
metal amalgam) has enormous influence on the general state of health.
this 1
Consideringthe impact of dental probemson health, denticarecould be as
c
useful as, or more useful than, medicarein its presentform.
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ta-
thousandsof scientificpapersarepublished on this issue.Nevertheless,some
he
common senseand practical approachesto this issuedeservemention in
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this guide.
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Cancer is the second leading causeof death in North America, after cardiovascular disease.The dramatic increasein the last forty years represents an epidemic. Within the next twenty years,one-third of our population will get some form of cancerin their lifetime, and one-quarterwill die from it" An increasein the incidenceof cancerfrom 1950 to 1990, ageadjusted, is as follows: r Breastcancer,estrogen-receptorpositive- l35o/o r Prostateand testicular cancer-100%oeach . Multiple myeloma, non-Hodgkin's lymphom a-2ooo/o . Childhood cancers-greater than 200%o o Brain and nervoussystemcancers-40%o o In the agegroup of 28-35 years,the cancerrate has gone up 300o/o. We must considerthe possibility that the increasein cancerhas something to do with the quantity of chemicalspolluting our environment. [n 1940,we produced one billion pounds of new synthetic chemicals.By 1950, this had increasedto fifty billion pounds. The majority of thesechemicals include a broad range of neurotoxic, endocrinotoxic, immunotoxic and carcinogenic substances. Since1950,thousandsmore chemicalshavebeen addedto the environment. Presentlv two thousand new chemicals are introduced annually. In Canada, Saskatchewanhas the highest rate of breast and cervical cancer in the country. It also usesthe most pesticidesin the country.
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Canceris often the last stageof a degenerativeprocessin the body. Most carcinogenshave an effect on the regulatory systemin the body, such asthe central nervous system, through neurotransmittors, hormones, and the
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immune system.We are now seeingthe first host of other problems, such as learning disabilities,hyperactivity in children, increasedinfections across all ages,asthma, a whole slew of neurological diseases,cardiovascularand hormonal disturbances,aswell asbone/collagen problems. Generally,environmental factors, diet and nutritional deficiencies,have been slow in being considered as having anything to do with these health problems. Instead of instituting true preventative measures,billions of dollars are spent for early diagnosis, for pharmaceutical and/or invasive technologies "health "cured," while cate"budget is our and therapies.Canceris still not not the bottomless pit it seemsto be.
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The budget for cancertreatment in the USA was $170 million in 197I, $3 billion in 2000, and it continuesto rise.PresidentClinton, while in office,
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increasedthe budget to $5 billion by 2003. Survivalratesare no different than in the 1950s. We can't wait for preventive measuresto be instituted by government, industry corporations or other organizations.Individuals can start at home. Wider change will be encouragedthrough the very real power that consumers have. Buy healthy, buy green, buy non-toxic! Do this for yourself,
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your families, your loved ones, and for all children. Arm yourself with knowledge, hope and perseverance. If you're an activisttype, get active!The
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ve g e ta b l e s F r u i ts,
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pr oduce as to or ganic andfur ans; Switch 9 5 %dioxins "Per fect" pesticides m uch aspossible. si xtycar cinogenic pr oduce isn' t looking inpr oduction; u sed pesticides, high Eat herbicides, healthier .foods W ash all inantioxidants. nochlor nes, i o rga pr oduce whether thor oughly, o rga nophosphates or not.However , or ganic willnot washing or peeling pesticides completely. remove
consumption of milk, disrupting chemicalsReduce Hormone (xenoestrogens): Buyorganic. etc. cream andcheese. PCB, DDT, fattymeats. Avoid iliminate H o r m ones. antibiotics M e a ts bovine USA beef( contains growth hormone). Buyorganic. fishfromclean cadmium . Freshwater X e noestr ogens, F i s hf ro mi n d u stri a l fish( lower onthe ar eas, small mer curantibiotics y, waterways or foodchain) . f i s hf arms leanmeats, or ganic chem icals and 0r ganic F a t- soluble D i e ts h i g hi nfa ts,h i g h fibr e dair pr y oducts, solvents i nc a rb o h yd ra te s (vegeta ble). (chloroform) or reverse osmosis Charcoal Trihalomethanes Chlorinated water glass-bottled spring filtrations; fr oma safesour ce water preservatives D y e sp,a r t i c u l a rRl ye dd y eS 3 0 r g a n ifco o dh, o m e m a d e Food colours,
products Dairy 7L, C€,
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P l a s tico c n ta i n e rs, ca nl i n e rs, s t y re ncu e p s, Teflon cookware
O v ecl n e a n e rs
steel, stainless Glass containers, PVC, X enoestr ogens: glasswar e, castir on, cer amic, nonyphenols, a l kylphenols, Never cups, Tr esh foods. A,phthalates paper b i sphenol inplastic in heatanypr oduct or oven. a m icr owave soda, self- cleaning Bakinq Solvents ( non- catalytic) , ovens pr oducts non- toxic
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Bathr stove withvented t lectric compounds 0 rg a nvolatile ic hood to theoutside aswell under neath Lam inate V0Cs codu n te rto p s F o rma l dehyde, L a m i n a te foilto apply fr omunfinishedor per m anently o u tg a ssing wood, m ar ble, Gr anite, seal. u n d e rs ide ar e stainless steel Cor ian, better choices wantto use field( EMF) lf your eally E l e ctromagnetic M i c r o w ave s from keep3 feetaway these, when cooking; micr owave foods and keepstored outofvicinitv vitam ins
G a s t o v es
Loti ons
Hairco
Nailpol
Sper m
Bedrooms
a d s, E l e c t rbi cla n kepts, waterbeds p i s, llows F o a m a ttre sse stre G e o p a th i c ss
n gi th Sy n i h e ca ti crp e ti w o r w i t h o uatd h e si ve s Wallpaper Mothballs D r yc l e a n i n g
C h i l d r en to's ys
Sc e n t ed ma rke rs
setor futon field( EMF) Boxmattress E l e ctrom agnetic fr omnatur al mater ials down wool, feather, Cotton, S tyre ne place beds bydowsing, dueto r ocks Locate tMFra diation u n d et e r n s i oonr r u n n i n g insafespot building stre a ms, under ar ea Har dwood, natur al- fibr e Compounds V o l a ti0r leganic (V OCpesticides s) , r ugs pesticides, LowVOCpaintoverplaster or Mo l re d tar ding dr ywall vi n ylco ver ing (chips, chests) eqgs, Cedarwood V0Cs unless sensitive tocedar W ater cleaning- "gr een" ene, P e rch l oroethyl offer s this te tra c hlor oethylene dr vcleaner !t/ooden toys V i n y lpsl,a s t i c s (u se yo urnose-the if thr ow it out) to ysmells, ree Water-based, f raqrance-f toluene mar ker s
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ndry Garage/Basements/Lau
products, V0Cs Petroleum G a ra guen d el ri vi n g (h o u seas, p a rtme n ts) s p ace
benzene, toluene, so l ve n ts,V 0Cs, S t o ra goef p a i n ts, p e sti ci dhees,rb i ci d e s, h or m one disr uptor s w a xeos,a so l i n e G a so, i l h e a t i n g
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ensurgood e lf unavoidable, ventilation, airfiltr ation seals, Attached orsepar ate at home. pr efer able. gar age and useof pesticides Avoid toxi c Storanything e her bicides. gar ag es Even outofthehouse. ventilation. have some should gas, highefficiency ilectr ic, s o l ahr e a t i nggr,o u nhde a t pumps
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Med vinegar, borax, Baking soda, p o l i sh e s, S o l ve nts C l e a n iangge n ts, "green" products o me sti c v a r n i s hd es, ab riso c fte n e rs, a e r o s ofls, rye te rg e n ts l i q u i lda u n d d "gr een" labels, use Read dichlor ovos silica, f l e aco l l a rs C rystalline C a lti t t efri l l e r, products
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lawncar e Roundup:0r ganic 2,4- D, H e rb i cides, s l i n keto d cancerand disor der s n e u ro logical Donotuseingar dens P eensta chlor ophenols,dioxin, 0 l du t i l i typ o l e s/ra i l w a yti furans high Don'play t or walkunder EMF Sp o r tf si el dus n d ehr i g h wir es tension t e n s i opno w el irn e s gasor kerosene sPace Avoid h e a te r,V 0 C s sps,a ce G a fsi r e p l a ce tight heaterseal s; fir eplaces wood s m o ke furniture Safewater-soluble g l u e s, e P o xY ,S o l vents H o b bpya i n ts, and glues, str ipPer s nontoxic s t rpi pni g paints andexposur e smoking including Avoid chem icals, 2000 mo ki nbgi n , go T o b a csco ban sm oke, to second- hand to known p a r l o rbs,a rs, se co n d -h a n b d e n zopyr ene, bY even at home, sm oking l ungcancer ca u se smoke guests member s andfamily involvemin ent or ethanol Education, a lcohol E th vl Alcohol otheractivities and/or spor ts or at r inkdur ing being toluene) , Avoid V 0 C(benzene, s I n d o oi ce r ri n ks-g a s soonafteruse monoxide ca rb on powere Zda mb o n i s
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Procedures/Medications Medical
X-rays, mammograms (especially before m en o p a u se )
X-rayradiation
(polyvinyl chloride) system PVC l.V.bags, l.Vdelivery (cimetidine-ulcer Estrogenic effect Tagamet Pravachol therapy); (pravastatin-cholesterol
gh e 1t e rd
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out of the many gadgetsthat modem technology has created. Wavesof EMR can be divided into visible wavessuch as light from lamps, sun; audible wavessuchvariousradio wavesand waveswhich are neither visible nor audible, such as microwaves,infrared, ultraviolet light, x-rays and gamma rays. In general,radio wavesare characterizedbylow frequencyand long waves. X-raysand gamma rays have high frequenry and short waves.The visible spectrum of light is in between,which is most natural and is safe for most species,including humans. The waves on either side of the visual spectrum of light are known to produce health problems. ?.8., effectsof x-ray wavesor microwaves.There are also extreme low frequency waves (ELF), which causemany clinical problems. There are some individuals who develop sensitivity to EMR. They are usually very ill, chemicallyintoxicated,nutritionally deprived, and generally very maladapted individuals, who are bothered by everything in their diet,
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work and home environment.They arenot mentally ill asassumedby most
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doctors and even family. They are most difficult to treat. They can develop microwaves,radios,cellphones,com-
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puters,televisionsets,radarequipment
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and/or antennas,electricblankets,water
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umented symptoms from these patients,
nucle
such as anxiety depression,insomnia, heart irregularities,blackouts,severelyswollen limbs, dizziness,headaches,but
sands TI
also seriousdiseasessuch as heart disorders and cancer,particularly dif-
Nagar
ferent forms of leukemias. According to Andrew Michrowski, PhD (see
USA,
who carriesout electromagneticsurveysof buildings and farms, Resources),
ued I
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immr
errors,faulty groundingand net currentbetweenlive wires and water pipes.
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)n
chronic or mental illness,are often completelyoverlooked. Sincethe first discoveryof radium (a radioactivemetal) by Marie Sklodowska
)c-
Curie in 1911,there hasbeen a continuousand everbiggerdevelopmentof the nuclear industry through the creation of isotopes.X-ray technology in
3r-
rts, art rut
tifiee IS,
Ing reS.
nuclearmedicine for diagnosisand treatmenthas led to hundreds of thousandsof individuals being exposedin medical and veterinarypractice. The first use of nuclearweapons occurredin 1945 on Hiroshima and Nagasaki,with atmosphericnuclearbomb testingbeginning in 1946 by the USA,followed by the SovietUnion in 1949, England in 1950, and continued by France,China, India and Pakistan,until 1998. This has created immense global pollution and internal radioactive contamination. Over two thousand nuclear explosions or tests around the world have taken place since that fateful day of August6, 1945. Theseeventshaveled to a military policy dependenton nuclearweaponry. This basicfact has led to a mushrooming of uranium mining, milling and processingfacilities,production of nuclearreactorsand weapons,reprocessingfacilities and hundreds of transportation activities,as well as waste with eachof theseindustries. storagesitesassociated Eachof theseindustriescarriesthe hazardsof real and potential maior disasters,such as the well-known ThreeMile Island in 1979 and Chernobyl in 1986.There continuesto be, into the foreseeablefuture,widespreaduse of DepletedUranium (DU) by the US military in bullets,artillery shellsand missilewarheads. DU is a wasteproduct from the processthat producesuranium used in atomic weaponsand nuclearpower plants.Apparentlyit is so plentiful, it is given away to arms manufacturers:It is toxic and radioactivewith a half-life
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of 4.5 bitlion years(no, not a misprint).It is extremelydenseand pyrophoric,
othe
which meansit is easilycombustible,aswhen strikingsteel.When DU burns
lisht
(as it does on impact), it dischargesradioactiveuranium oxide in aerosol
side
form. Becauseof the extremely high temperatureon impact, these particles
to ei
become like glass.They can be carriedfor miles with the wind. It is in this
redu
form, able to be inhaled and almost insolublein body fluid, causingit to be
ofn
retained by the body for a long time and irradiating the surrounding cells,
fron
that it is becoming dangerous.
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DU was massivelyused (at least40 tonnes) during the Gulf War in lraq,
woul
Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, contaminating hundreds of square miles of
costl
southern Iraq and northern Kuwait. The same DU was used in Kosovo and
I
most likely in Afghanistan.There havebeen many reports of medical prob-
the
lems among troops who served in these wars, including respiratory liver
for 1
and kidney dysfunction, memory loss,headaches,fever,low blood pressure
acul
and even birth defectsamong their newborn children. Generally the health problems havebeen attributed to "post-traumaticstressdisorder." Exposure
von alte
is compared with that of uranium dust, which is not the same as a ceramic aerosolform. The assessmentof the health effectsof these pollutants is alwaysdismissiveor secretiveand hidden from the public, so as to be able to portray nuclearenergyas "cleanand safe." The field of radiation and its health effects are presently studied and controlled by mathematicians,physicists,engineersand radiology technicians instead of by physicians,epidemiologistsand biologists.Often, in responseto demand for health studies,governmentswill organize studies headed by psychiatristswho describesymptoms from radioactive exposure "radiophobia" as or as a purely psychologicalphenomenon. There is a continuous debateabout the recommendationsof an "allowable dose" for the protectionof workers'health and the health of the general public amongAmerica,Britain and other nations.Aftera formal petition submitted to the International Commission of RadiologicalProtection,pressure from more than seven hundred scientistsand physicians,among
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other pressures,recommendedworker exposurewas reduced and estab-
lrns
lished at 2 rad (20 mSv) per year,and exposurefor the public was also con-
rsol
siderably reducedto 0.1 rad (1 mSv) per year.This recommendation refers
cles
to each sourceof nuclear radiation. In the United States,after legal action to
this
reduceexposures,nuclear radiation from a local facility can causeexposures
rbe
of no more than 0.02 mSv becausethe individual will receive exposure
ells,
from other sourcesmore distant through air, water and food movement.
raQ,
[1 rad is roughlycomparableto two major nunk x-ray examinations,and 0.1 rad would about doublethe radiation which a personreceiues from tenestrial and
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cosmicsourcesouera year.l
and
Some geneticistscontinue to opposeextensionof nuclear technology to
rob-
the civilian population. A. B. Bridgeshas suggestedthat the radiation dose
.iver
for genetic mutations cannot be predicted.Most of the radiation effectsfor
sure
acuteand closeexposureare known asradiation sicknessand include nausea,
alth
vomiting, diarrhea, hair loss and a decreaseof blood cells.The effect of
sure
alteration of cells and their DNA leadsto cancer.
.mic We are only beginning to know more about the low level effect of radiation: distray
. Rudi Nussbaumreportson miscarriages, Trisomy 21 (Down's) sTndrome, stillbirths, neuroblastoma,neonatal hypothyroidism and other mutations due to low dose radioactivity.
and
o The same author relateslow dosesof ionizing radiation to cancer,
hni-
mutational effectsamong radiotherapytechnicians,increasedinfant
r, in
mortality rate, increasedlow birth weights and premature births after
dies
exposure.
sure
o Permitted effluencefrom even normally operating nuclear facilities may not be safe.A Columbia University radiation study concludes that
iow-
there is no safelevel of radiation.Evena singleparticleof radiation
reral
can induce mutations and chromosomeaberrationsin cells that
sub-
receivedirect radiation to their DNA.
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. Accidental exposuresto x-ray radiation are dangerousto x-ray techniciansand patients,especiallyduring pregnancy.
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o There are reportsof childhood cancersin the United Kingdom related to backgroundradiation. o Radiation causesgeneralcell depressionof the developingbrain, leadingto small heads (microencephaly)and mental retardation. o The Chernobyl accident and follow-up effectsare well researchedand described.
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Radioactivestrontium 90 can replacecalcium, leading to bone deformities and causing damageto blood stem cells,causing a variety
se.
of hematological problems (anemias,cancers,etc.)
is
Radioactiveiodine causesboth hypo- and hyper- thyroidism and especiallyHashimoto's thyroiditis (inflammarion of the thyroid).
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Radioactivecesium (l3z) can displacesodium from the cell, particularly in the musclesof heart and skeletal muscles,causing an epidemic
th
of cardiacinsufficiency,muscle spasmsand severepain.
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A decreasein monocyte stem cells causesiron deficienry anemia, since monocytes reqycleabout 37o/oof the heme from dead red blood cells.
tic
In Belarus(a former Russianrepublic), the fallout from the chernobyl disasterwas heaviest,and the effea of radioactive cesium was researched. carefully by Dr. Y. Bandazevsky(a pathologist) and his wife (a cardiac pediatrician). They coined the term "Cesium Cardiomyopathy,,'in which cardiacdamagebecomesirreversible.Sudden death can occur anytime, including in children. For his efforts in doing this research, Dr. Bandazevskywas arrestedby a presidential decreeaimed at fighting "terrorism."Amnesty Internationalhas listed him as a prisonerof conscience.Many Russian,Ukrainian and Belarussianscientistshave been silencedin international circlesby their respectivegovernments. (SeeBibliography)
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HOSPITA ALD M I S S I OF i lO S NP A T I E H T S HYPTRSEilSITIVITY WIT}IEilVIRONMEITTAT DISORI}ER There are times when a hospital admission is necessaryfor any number of reasons.However,until an environmental control unit becomesavailablein every hospital, the following precautionsare recommended for the highly sensitive.In varying degrees,they can help any hospitalized patient avoid further problems and improve the chancesof good recovery.Hospitalization is a humbling experienceat best.The environmentally hypersensitive,however,besidesfacing whatever ailment brings them to a hospital, additionally often facean attitude of disbelief on the part of hospital staffregarding their sensitivitiesthat, accordingto reports of some patients, borders on psychological abuse.To avoid this situation, which is hardly conducive to a recovery patients must ask their physician to give written instruc-
rce
tions to the hospital medical staff, outlining the patient's needs in the fol'
s.
lowing areas: o A description of the nature and severityof the sensitivity
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o A list of substancesand/or medications to which the patient reacts adversely o A suggestionthat the patient may have additional information to offer o A recommendation to treat adversereactionsseriously;they are not psychologicalin nature and may result in seriouscomplications if dismissed,the responsibility for the consequencesof which must then
cf
be borne by the staff.
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The patient'sphysicianshould offer to be availablefor additional disc-ussion, Additionally, depending of course,on the degreeand severity of the sensitivity,the following requestscould be made: o A private room, preferably not carpeted(yes,it's hard to believe,but some hospitalsactuallycarpetpatient rooms-not only off-gassing problems but thoroughly unhygenicas well!)
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A private bathroom, preferably
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room if detectedby their (typically) acutesenseof smell.
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o Ensure good ventilation and environmental control
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o The patient to use his/her own toiletries,bedding,water,portable
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air filter, if necessary
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contaminantsin) and onlY with
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water or safecleaning products o No one who has recently smoked
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or is wearingclothing impregnated
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with the smell of tobaccoto be allowed near the patient
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No perfumes or scentsof any kind to be used by anyone in contact
o
with the patient, including physicians,nurses,cleaners,or visitors No visitors or staff who have had contact with animals Posting adversereactionson a bedside chart for easyreferral by staff No waxing, painting or smoking in the vicinity of the patient'sroom If the admissionis not on an emergencybasis, it would be a good idea
Dr.
for the hypersensitivepatient with a friend or member of the family to:
me
o Visit the hospital aheadof time and speakwith the nursing supervisor and maintenancestaff about the matter of sensitivity.This is also a
bo< a
good time to deliver a copy of the attendingphysician'sletter. o Visit with the dietitian to arrangeany specialmenus or the possibility of storing and preparingthe patient'sown toleratedfoods. . Consult with the hospital pharmacistto discussmedication with few fillers and colours. ( Sr
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The following aremore recommendationsfor treating,clearingand avoiding adversereactions.(ln the caseof anaphylaxis,however,the standardhospital protocol of therapymust be used first to stabilizethe patient): . Oxygencan be administeredat 4-6 L/minute for 20 minutes.Ask for a ceramicmask, not the soft plasticones usually used.(l rememberone patient in hospital who was adverselyreactingeven when getting oxygen.I switched her to a ceramicmask, and the patient settleddown. The attending resident askedme what the differencein the maskswas. I told him to use his noseto compareodours.TWosniffs answeredhis question.) o Alka-SeltzerGold (without aspirin) salts can be tried orally o Natrium bicarbonateas an I.V.works well for many individuals . 7-I4 gms of vitamin C as an I.V. is often very helpful . The patient will need permissionto use his/her own inf ections o For any I.V. drips, normal saline or Ringer'slactatecausesfewer problems than a dextrose-in-watersolution o Both local and generalanestheticscan be problematic,but there is no way to avoid them, one can only minimize reactions.Nevertheless, if possible,avoid hydrocarbongases. surgeon,as well as an expert in EnvironDr. William Rea,a cardiovascular mental Medicine in DallasTexas,makesthe following suggestionsin his Volume 4, for operation premedication: book, ChemicalSensitiuity, o Benadryland an atropine sulphite injection are usually tolerated.It is helpful to administrate100%oxygenfor five minutesprior to inducing anesthesiawith thiopental sodium (penthatol). Succinylcholine chloride (Anectine)and fentanylcitrate (Sublimaze)are usually . acceptableand sufficientto obliteratememory and provide anesthesia patientswith evensevere o With proper awarenessand arrangements, environmentalsensitivitiescan havea safeand tolerablestayin hospital. (SeeBibliography)
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Appendix:Protocols usedby Thisappendixincludesinformationregardingactualtreatmentprotocols and diagnosisof indionly after carefulassessment Dr. Krop and otherphysicians uidual patien*. Theseprotocolsare periodicallyadjusted.The informationin this aduice.Do not administerthesetreatments appendixis not intendedas therapeutic to yourselfor others.Discussthesetreatmentswith your physician.
FORADULTS: REPLACEMENT AMALGAM DET.ITAL PN RT OTOCOL N U T R I ES NU TPPLEME Narcr replaceamalgamsshortlybeforeor during pregnancyor lactation. Dentists trained in amalgam replacementusually provide very good mechanicalprotection (rubber dam, mask,oxygen,ionizer removingmercuryvapour).Amalgam replacementrequiresintensivenutritional supplementation in order to protect individuals from re-intoxicationwith mercuryduring the dental procedure. Compatability for dental materials can be assessedprior to amalgam replacement.Additional biological/nutritional protection is recommended.
replacement: Stagel-4 weeksbeforeamalgam 1. Vitamin C: 1 gram 3 times per day (discontinte 24 hours before procedure if you plan on using anesthetic) 2. B complex, high potency: 1 capsule,twice per day 3. Multiminerals,broad spectmm: 1-2 capsules,3 times per day 4. Selenium,liquid:'l tsp, twiceper day or one 200 mcg capsuletwiceper day 5. Methionine and taurine (e.g.,Redoxal):500 mg, 3 times per day 500 mg 2x I dayor glutathione (e.g.,Oxygard) 6. N-acetylcysteine l c a p s u l e2 x l d a y 7. Lipoic acid 100 mg 2 times Per daY 8. High-protein diet
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S t a g el l - 2 0 m i n u t e bs e f o r er e m o v atla, k e7 5 0m ga c t i v a t e d c h a r c o at al b l e t s . andfor 3 daysafter, Stagelll-0n the dayof the procedure c o n t i n uS e t a g eI w i t ht h e f o l l o w i ncgh a n g e s / a d d i t i o n s : 1. Increasevitamin C to 2 grams,3 times per day (some dentisitsprovide
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M ethi or (e.9., Rr
Gl utath B comp Vitamir
I.V. vitamin C during the procedure) 2. Garlic 3-4 capsules,3 times per day 3. Lentils (soup or salad),3 times per day
Sel eni L 5cc(nc
4. Continue steps2, 3, 4,5,6 and 7 from StageI
andDIV
garlic and lentils. 5. On the fourth day,discontinueor decrease
H om eo (e.9., ttl
6. On the 8th day after the procedure,retum to StageI only and continue for 2-3 weeks.If you have another dental replacementsessionwithin
Multim
this time period, restartStage1 and continue to Stage3.
D M SAi
Repeatthis protocol each time you are having amalgamsreplaced. Patients not tolerating nutrients orally may be able to tolerate them by intravenous method after testing the ingredients for sensitivity.Vitamin C with DMPS can be given intravenously immediately after the procedure.
DMSA Alpha ? ^glt
DMPS
Chemically sensitive and fragile patients should not replace more than
phy s i c
two amalgams at one time and may need a longer interval between ses-
?4orr
sions (more than one month). For tl Ideally, after the final amalgam replacement,a chelation challengetest for
to co
mercury and other heavy metals is recommended. If the test is positive,
(or 6
chelation therapy for heavy metals is indicated.
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C H A L L E NTGEES T F O RH E A VM Y E T A LI N SC H I L D R E N . This test is recommendedfor children with developmentaldelay,ADHD
side , ur i nr amol
and Autistic spectrum Disorder. Before using any of the following sub-
or se
stances,electrodermalscreeningfor toleranceto all ingredientsis suggested.
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1capsule 2 x perday( 10wks) 2 x PerdaY 1 /2ca psule M e t h i o n ita n eu,ri n e (6wks) ( e . 9R . ,ed o xa l ) 2 x perday(10wks) 2 x perday(6wks) 1capsule G l u t a th i o(en.9 e 0.,xyg a rd )U2capsule perday( 6wks) i capsule 2 x perday( 10wks) once 1ca p sule Bcomplex de
VitaminC
2 x perday 2 5 0mg.capsule (6wks)
2 x perday 500mg.capsule (10wks)
q u i 2d 0 0mcg / S e l e n i ul im 5 c c( n o noenD MS A /L A
1 /2tspn1x perday( 6wks)
l/2-1tspn1x perday(10wks)
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for ive,
tDTA Homeopathic (e.9., Metoxsol) M u l t i mi n e(n raol snoen
ccof 3 x perday/15 3 x perday/]scc l0 drops 5-10drops water(10wks) ofwater(6wks) 'I perday(6wks) 2 x perday( 10wks) 1capsule capsule
days) andDMPS DMSA/LA
(none onDMSA/LA
( none and onDM SA/LA
days) andDMPS
DM PS days)
for vitamins above 10mg/kq,3x perday Take DMSA 0nday12,13,14add 11days. A l p hlaip o iac ci d(L A ) 3 times andLA. Repeat DMSA 2 nqlkg,3x perday (6weeks)
for vitamins Take above 1 1d a y s0.nd a y1 2 , 1 3 ,a1d4d 5 times DMSA andLA.Repeat (10weeks)
after5threpeat (3nmg /kiilno ) lmmediately after3rdrepeat lmmediately D M Pi n Sj e cti o goto goto capsules, of DMSA/LA capsules, p h y s icioaffi n ce fo l l o w ebdy o f D MSA/LA injection forDMPS injection physician forDMPS collectionp h ys ician ?4or6 hoururine For the ensuing urinalysis, note the time of the DMPS iniection and begin to collect urine in the container provided by your physician for the nex|24 (or 6) hours as directed.Do not let the child urinate directly into container (there is acid in the containerthat may splashback). After completing the collection, recordthe total amount of urine collected(measuresare noted on side of container).Shakethe containerfor 15 secondsand fill the provided
HD
urine sample cup. On the cup label, write patient name, date and total amount of urine collected,aswell asnumber of hours.Closetightly and bring
ub-
or sendby courier to your physician,who will send it on to the appropriate
led.
laboratoryfor analysis.
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CHELATION THERAPY FORHEAVYMETALS IN CHILDREN
This monl
( 1m o n t h= 2 8 d a y s )
tolog
Before using any of the following substances,electrodermal screeningfor toleranceto all ingredientsis suggested.
ADU (Pati M e t h i o n ta ine u ,ri n e (e.9., Redoxal)
1 /2ca p sule 2 x perday( 1mo.) lcapsule 2 x perday( 1mo.)
(e.9., Glutathione 0xygard) U3capsule 2 x perday(1mo.) 1capsule 2 x perday(1mo.) perday( 1m o.) I capsule Bcomplex I ca p sule once 2 x perday( 1mo.) VitaminC
2 5 0mg.capsule 2x perday(l mo.)
500m g.capsule 2 x perday ( l mo.)
Se l e n i um l i q u i2d0 0mcg / 5 c c( n o noenD MS A ,
l/2tspnI x perday(1mo.)
1/2-1 tspnI x perday(1mo.)
1.E 2.S \
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l,
L Aa n dD M PdSa ys) Homeopathic EDTA (e.9., Metoxsol)
5-10drops 3 x perday/ (l mo.) l5ccofwater
M u l t i m i n e ra l s (noneonDMSA, LA
perday(l mo.) 1capsule 1capsule once 2 x perday(l mo.) (B UnI one (BUTnoneonDM SA onDMSA and and
andDMPS days)
DMPS days)
DM PS days)
A l p h lai p o i ca c i d ( L A )
Starton11thdayfor 3 days
Starton1lthdayfor3 days
Starton11thdayfor 3 days
Starton1lihdayfor3 days
Continue takingvitamins
Continue taking vitam ins and
a n dmi ner als foranother
m iner als foranother 1ldavs
2nqlkg,3x perday
DMSA i0 mg/kg,3 x perday
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10drops 3 x perday/15 ccof (l mo.) water
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l i p o iaccidandDMSA for
lipoic acidandDM SA for
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3 days
0 nth e28thday (immediately afterDMSA),
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This one-month treatment should be repeatedeight times. In the eighth hemamonth, a 6 or 24-hour urine collection will be repeated.Blood for tology, liver and kidney functions should be checked regularly.
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