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Five things you can do to prevent ANTHRAX, naturally
By Dr. Jack Tips
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Written for An Ounce of Prevention, the newsletter of the
Apple-A-Day Service Group, an international organization of
naturopathic practitioners based out of Austin, Texas.
At Apple-A-Day Clinic we are receiving many calls from people
concerned about Anthrax and other terrorist-initiated diseases.
>From the news, we learn that people are so frightened that they
are taking antibiotics that cause dangerous side effects even
though they have no known reason to do so. Antibiotics are known
to weaken the immune system and cause digestive problems. Taking
one as a knee-jerk reaction for "prevention" could actually
weaken your bodyıs defenses for the future.
>From this tumultuous environment comes this newsletter with the
desire that this information brings itıs ounce of prevention
with viable solutions and peace of mind.
Here we will share with you what we at the Apple-A-Day Clinic
are doing for people who want to protect themselves from
susceptibility to Anthrax and other instruments of biological
warfare. A simple supplement protocol can help provide an
effective defense and help improve your health during this time
of specific concern.
1. GARLIC
The Garlic Information Center in England has announced that
deadly ANTHRAX is most susceptible to GARLIC!
Garlic is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that even blocks toxin
production by disease organisms [Journal of Nutrition, 3/2001].
This is particularly important regarding ANTHRAX because itıs
the metabolic toxins produced by anthrax that kills people, not
the anthrax bacterium itself.
In the featured test-study, garlic was found to be a more potent
antibiotic than many of the drugs used to treat anthrax
including penicillin, doxycycline, streptomycin, ampicillin, and
cephalexin. Further, garlic was found to be effective against
multiple strains of E. coli, Staph and other pathogenic
bacteria. [Fitoterapia, Vol. 5, 1984].
Fresh cloves of garlic and garlic powder may be beneficial, but
the most beneficial garlic is a prepared, concentrated garlic
that can deliver a high potency of itıs antibiotic components
especially the highly-researched compound "allicin." [Warning:
if the garlic has been irradiated by the commercial spice
manufacturer as a food-preservation method, then it is useless
in its antibiotic capacity. Do not rely on the garlic powder in
your spice rack.]
The antibiotic activity of one milligram of allicin, the active
ingredient in garlic, equals 15 units of penicillin. [Koch and
Lawson, Garlic: The Science and Therapeutic Application, 2nd
ed., Williams & Wilkins, Baltimore 1996], and doesnıt have the
side effects of destroying the bodyıs beneficial intestinal
flora. This makes fresh garlic and its extracts and concentrates
a premier antibiotic.
Garlic capsules that certify their allicin content are
preferred. You can calculate the milligrams to know the impact
of your dose -- calculate ten milligrams of allicin to be
equivalent to apx. 150 units of penicillin.
The Apple-A-Day program uses a high-potency, odorless,
supplement of garlic grown in the high mountain valleys of
California and Oregon, processed by a proprietary quick, cool
dry method to preserve the full range of anti-microbial
properties of Allicin, Aliin, Thiolsulfanates, and Gamma and
Glutamyl Cysteines as well as the total sulfur compounds that
also play a role in preventing and overcoming Anthrax. This
garlic formula comprises one fifth of the anti-anthrax protocol.
2. SULFUR-BEARING ANTIOXIDANTS
The ANTHRAX bacterium's toxicity emanates from its metabolic
by-products that kills the human immune systemıs macrophage
cells which are vital to engulfing and eliminating bacteria.
Studies have shown that SULFUR-BEARING ANTIOXIDANTS (alpha
lipoic acid, N-acetyl cysteine, taurine) and VITAMIN C, which
elevate levels of L-glutathione, a natural antioxidant within
the body, counters the toxicity produced by anthrax. [Molecular
Medicine, 11/94; Immunopharmacology, 1/00; Applied Environmental
Microbiology, 5/79].
Thus, the sulfur compounds in garlic are particularly helpful.
Additionally, the Apple-A-Day protocol includes a supplemental
anti-oxidant that provides and assists L-glutathion availability
in the body. This supplement also provides additional Vitamin C
in the mineral ascorbate form... the preferred form for
anti-bacterial issues as opposed to the ascorbic acid form. This
anti-oxidant one part of the anti-anthrax protocol.
3. MELATONIN
Melatonin, an anti-aging, a sleep-inducing, longevity hormone
supplement has been shown to help neutralize the lethal toxins
from ANTHRAX exposure [Cell Biology Toxicology, Vol. 16, 2000].
It can be taken at bedtime in doses ranging from 10-15 mg.
Melatonin boosts L-glutathione levels during sleep thus
providing additional support to removing the by-products of
pathogenic organisms including anthrax.
In the Apple-A-Day protocol, a dose that promotes restful sleep
without any residual drowsiness on awakening is the preferred
dosage, usually 1 capsule before bed. Melatonin is one part of
the anti-anthrax protocol.
4. METAL-BINDING CHELATORS (IP6)
Virtually all bacteria, viruses and fungi depend upon excessive
iron compounds as a growth factor. [Iron & Your Health, T.F.
Emery, CRC Press, 1991] Iron-chelating (removing) drugs and
antibiotics (Adriamycin, Vancomycin) are medically effective
against pathogens through their iron-removing action. Diseases
such as the Plague (Yersinia pestis), Botulism, SMALLPOX and
ANTRAX c ould all be potentially treated with non-prescription
metal-binding chelators that include a wide range of supplement
options including alginates, chlorella, and silymarin as well as
through amino acids such as dl-methionine.
Phytic acid (IP6), derived as an extract from rice bran, is the
most potent natural iron and heavy metal chelator and has strong
antibiotic and antioxidant action. [Free Radical Biology
Medicine, Vol. 8, 1990; Journal Biological Chemistry, 8/25/87].
IP6 greatly increases the immune systemıs natural killer cell
activity and boosts the bodyıs natural cellular defenses by
increasing the levels of inositol phosphates in the cells.
IP6 has been found to have similarly effective heavy
metal-chelating properties as the germ-killing, tumor reducing
drug desferrioxamine [Biochemistry Journal, 9/15/93]. Note: IP6
rice bran extract should be taken in between meals with filtered
or bottled water only (no juice).
IP6 in capsule form is used in the Apple-A-Day protocol for
people seeking Anthrax preventative measures.
5. WILD OREGANO OIL
The antibacterial, antiseptic action of wild oregano oil has
been described in recent medical literature and may be helpful
in fighting biological toxins. [Journal Applied Microbiology,
Vol. 88, 2000]. A potent natural antibiotic, more powerful than
many prescription antibiotics, is oil of wild oregano.
One study showed that wild oregano oil completely inhibited the
growth of 25 pathogenic organisms such as Staph aureas, E-coli,
Yersinia ent., and Pseudomonas aer. [Journal Food Protection,
7/01] Oregano oil has been shown to be effective in eradicating
intestinal parasites in humans. [Phytotherapy Research, 5/00]
and is effective in eliminating the yeast/fungus candida
albicans.
Wild Oregano, which is quite different than the variety on most
kitchen spice racks, has over 50 antibacterial compounds. Just
one drop of wild oregano oil in a 4000 dilution potency
effectively sterilizes contaminated water. [London Times,
5/8/01].
Thus, Oregano Oil capsules is used in the Apple-A-Day
Anti-Anthrax Protocol as it helps clean up the internal terrain
by ridding the body of organisms that occupy the immune systemıs
attention.
The Apple-A-Day Protocol includes 1) concentrated garlic, 2)
sulfur-bearing anti-oxidants, 3) Melatonin, 4) IP6 (heavy metal
chelator, anti-microbial, and 5) Wild Oregano Oil. With such a
program, people can improve their nutritional health while
assisting their inherent immune systemıs vigilance regarding the
threat of biological warfare agents.
Homeopathic medicines also provide a viable prevention and, from
the world-wide literature, viable treatment of anthrax. However
these "remedies" are best used under the guidance of a trained
homeopathic practitioner. There is a time to utilize homeopathic
remedies both preventatively and acutely. The best time for
homeopathic treatment is IF there is an immediate concern or
known possibility of exposure, rather than an injudicious
"blanket" approach.
The homeopathic attenuation of Anthraxinum can be used by people
with possible exposure to help their bodyıs immediate response.
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About the author:
Dr. Jack Tips, N.D., Ph.D. CHom., C.C.N
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