October 2007
The cult of mainstream medicine has tried to brainwash all of us into believing that getting old means getting sick. In their narrow view, the best way for you to get through those golden years is by being force-fed a cocktail of mind- and body-numbing drugs.
Is that how you planned to spend your retirement?
I’m sure it hasn’t escaped your attention that aging has become big business. And everyone seems to have a stake in it: “Designer” doctors, anti-aging specialists, the FDA —even starlets and sports stars.
Despite the confusion, you’re probably just like my patients: You want to know how to stop those wildly spinning hands of time—and not sleepwalk through the next couple of decades. Believe me—I understand. I’ve spent months digging through the latest research and have uncovered the breakthroughs that can help you discover that fabled “fountain of youth.”
You’ll be happy to learn right off the bat that such a fountain really exists—within you.
And the aging process, while not avoidable, is manageable. I’ll even tell you about a little experiment I did on myself a number of years ago. It has guided me both personally and in my practice to this day.
It all begins with a little gland (and the hormone it produces) that’s at the base of much of this controversy.
Your “master” gland may be winding down
I’m referring to the pituitary gland, located at the base of your skull. It’s responsible for producing growth hormone (GH), which plays a key role in many crucial processes throughout your body. Whether it’s producing energy, encouraging muscle and tissue growth, regulating brain and mood function, or promoting healing, it’s crucial that it function optimally.
Growth hormone is released in pulses throughout the day, with the largest amount released about an hour after you fall asleep. You had the highest level of this hormone when you were a kid, but that level started to drop in your 30s. By the time you’re in your 50s and 60s, your level may be as much as 75 percent lower than what it originally was.
This is due to what is called somatopause, or as you know it, the “aging process.” And those plunging GH levels are responsible, which is why you begin to look in the mirror wondering where “you” went and who put this tired, old person in your place.
But don’t despair—you don’t have to “just accept it,” especially since there are safe ways to increase your GH level. And doing so can result in increased muscle mass and decreased body fat—especially around the abdomen, where it’s unhealthy to store it. You can also experience improved energy, increased sexual drive, lower cholesterol, and even faster healing of your bumps, scrapes and bruises.
But there’s another side of growth hormone to consider, which has fueled some of the aging controversy.
The darker side of GH
GH is obviously necessary—but it can also be a runaway train. Think of Carel Struycken, who played “Lurch” in the TV show The Addams Family, or the legendary wrestler Andre the Giant. Both suffered from excessive growth-hormone secretion, the result of a slow-growing tumor in the pituitary called an adenoma. This leads to acromegaly, characterized by increased height and thickened bones (most notably in the hands, feet and jaws). It also leads to diabetes, high blood pressure, and muscle weakness. Untreated, most folks afflicted with it die by the age of 40.
Then there’s the flip side: Growth-hormone deficiency in children, which is associated with short stature. It has been the subject of ongoing controversy, because some parents with shorter than average children can become very aggressive about seeking GH injections in order to boost their kids’ height—even when it’s not an issue of GH deficiency. Due to lack of solid evidence, it’s simply not known whether treatment of short stature in the absence of GH deficiency (idiopathic short stature or ISS) is safe over a lifetime.
Another hot topic for debate is whether or not raising levels also increases the risk of cancer. While the media love to jump on stories like this, there’s no strong evidence to support it (though there are studies that report a high incidence of side effects in over 25 percent of GH injection cases). Side effects can include muscle pain and swelling, carpal tunnel syndrome and fluid retention. However, all of these symptoms can be controlled if you’re working with a skilled practitioner who monitors you and makes sure you get only as much as you need.
And let’s not leave out the sensational, high-profile stories that feed the controversy frenzy. GH has been linked to the deaths of B-list star Anna Nicole Smith and the pro wrestler Chris Benoit and has tarnished the reputation of several cyclists who have competed in the Tour de France. (It seems everyone wants a shot at lowering body fat, increasing muscle mass, and accelerating healing—all of those positive effects associated with this hormone.) But these are cases of abusing a good thing—and shouldn’t serve as an indictment of the safety and efficacy of GH. Remember, this is a natural substance created in your own body, so don’t let some misuses put you off of the whole topic—especially when there’s a right way to go about increasing your GH level.
How to figure out your GH level
You may be deficient in GH, but determining that can be tricky. That’s because GH levels jump around like crazy throughout the day, which makes trying to measure a blood level almost useless.
The generally accepted, most reliable marker of GH level is the measuring of IGF-1 levels (insulin-like growth factor –1). IGF-1 levels are produced in the liver, its production stimulated by GH. It’s a complex scale that takes into account your age range and is used to determine whether or not your level of GH is low.
Getting your IGF-1 level measured will cost around $100, and your insurance may not pay for it. Also, you may find your doctor balking at your request—as most mainstream doctors don’t recognize GH levels as being an issue one way or the other. Don’t be surprised if he shows you the door if you request testing and treatment. Leave him to his narrow viewpoint and find someone who has both researched the subject and has actual clinical experience treating patients. (I’ll provide you some resources for locating a specialist in just a minute.)
If your IGF-1 level is in the lowest 30 percent for your age range according to the complex scale I just mentioned, many age management experts believe that you’ll feel a benefit from bringing your level up into the top 30 percent of that range. If yours is low, it’s quite reasonable to consider taking GH injections for at least six months and having your levels monitored every two months. Injections of the real hormone can be prohibitively expensive—running into the thousands, but the synthetic version is identical and costs about $20 to $30 per shot. Treatment would involve anywhere from four to seven of these injections per week.
In addition to the IGF-1 measurement, there are other things you can have done:
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Glucose challenge test: A sugar load is used to suppress GH secretion. When there’s too much insulin in your blood, a chemical called somatostatin is released to suppress any further release. In the process, it will also decrease your GH level.
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Arginine challenge test: A high dose of the amino acid L-arginine is used to stimulate GH release.
These two options may require short-term hospitalization in order to monitor results, but I think it’s worth considering because it’s a very accurate, reliable way to measure GH.
Take control of the aging process
Let’s start with the no-brainers—measures you can implement today that don’t cost a thing and will naturally boost your GH.
Sugar and overprocessed, high-glycemic foods spike blood sugar and insulin levels, which is why the sugar load is used in the glucose challenge that I just talked about. To increase your GH levels with food, aim for a whole-foods diet that includes plenty of vegetables, some lean protein and moderate amounts of unprocessed whole grains like brown rice, oats, quinoa and barley.
Probably the easiest way to boost your GH level is by getting adequate sleep. That’s easy if you can sleep. If you have sleep problems, it’s just one more reason to fix them. I’ll be looking more in-depth at sleep diseases next month, but suffice it to say that if you’re not sleeping—you’re not releasing optimal levels of GH. A study was done looking at 149 men between the ages of 16 and 83. The researchers found that as sleep quality declined due to age-related changes, so too did GH levels. Bottom line: Improve your sleep habits—it’s crucial.
Also crucial is exercise. No one likes to hear about it, but I’m going to tell you about it anyway because it is important. I just learned an interesting statistic: Over 37 percent of health club members are over 55 —which means that those folks are rolling back some years! Do anaerobic exercise, such as weightlifting, to stimulate your GH. Exercise induces the release of GH by stimulating the pituitary gland, leading to muscle and tissue growth. And there are some easy weights right in your kitchen cabinet that some of my patients use: soup cans. Who says you have to pay a gym membership to work out?
One option for you to consider is an oral GH stimulator. Certain amino acids will accomplish this when taken either alone or together, but the main ones are ornithine and arginine—growth-inducing powerhouses. Small studies have shown increases in lean body mass and strength with doses as low as one gram daily of ornithine and 2 grams of arginine in athletes under 50 exercising heavily with weights. Arginine stimulates the release of GH and is needed to make ornithine—which is twice as potent as arginine. You may need to experiment with higher doses—2 to 4 grams of ornithine and 4 to 6 grams of arginine, for example.
It’s best to take amino acids just before bedtime on an empty stomach to boost that normal late-evening GH surge. Some patients report feeling better when they take it during the day, especially before heavy exercise, so experiment on whatever works best for you. Save money and purchase the amino acids separately. The widely available Twinlabs products are good bets and available at grocery stores, pharmacies, and vitamin shops.
The proof is in the pudding
Twenty years ago, I embarked on a three-month experiment using 2 grams of ornithine in the mornings. Sure enough, I lost body fat and added a few pounds of muscle. I was pretty fit and slender in the first place and exercising with weights regularly (as I still do). Still, the effect was very noticeable physically—and I felt great, too. So you see, amino acids can have the desired effect.
A variety of well thought-out combination formulas include these amino acids. It’s best to take amino acids just before bedtime on an empty stomach to boost that normal late-evening GH surge. I have some patients in their 70s who report feeling better when they take them during the day, so do whatever works best for you.
Buyer, beware
This leads me to a few important points concerning these oral GH-stimulator formulations, referred to as “secretagogues.” They are known to work best in folks under 50 (and in some cases up to age 60) who are engaged in regular strength training with weights. If you’re under the age of 60, putting on fat and losing muscle, with low energy and poor sleep—plus your IGF-1 levels are low—I say give them a try. And if you’re a woman, you may need as much as twice the amount as men, so you may have to double up. If you’re over 60, I recommend you stick with actual injections, as you’re less likely to respond to the amino acids.
Whether you choose an oral GH-stimulator therapy or actual GH injections, have an experienced practitioner gauge your clinical response. That way, you can save some money on the treatment itself—but still know whether it’s having a medical impact.
To find a practitioner with experience in your area, I recommend you go to one of the following Websites: The American College for Advance-ment of Medicine (ACAM), www.acam.org (or call (888) 439-6891), the Life Extension Foundation, www.lef.org, or the American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine, www.worldhealth.net.
Here’s something important for you to be aware of: Doctors who treat low GH levels tend to keep a pretty low profile. Why? Because the FDA doesn’t recognize any such condition in adults, so doctors who use GH treatment do a very fine dance.
When your body’s immune- system response is working normally, it will respond to injury or infection with a complex set of events we call inflammation. The classic visible signs are redness and swelling accompanied by heat and pain. This reflexive action is crucial for our survival. Without it there would be no healing of wounds, infections or injuries and our tissue would be destroyed—creating a debilitating, life-threatening cycle. Ideally, the inflammatory response should turn itself on and off as needed.
But when imbalances occur, mischief gains a foothold. The inflammatory process gets stuck, becoming perpetual and highly destructive. Inflammation that’s running amok in your body can initiate more disease processes than you can count on one hand. From classic “inflammatory diseases” like rheumatoid arthritis, inflammatory bowel disease, lupus and eczema to more common conditions like cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, heart disease and depression—inflammation is at the root.
And with inflammation’s foothold comes the smoldering effect. Much like a fire that starts when a couch is lit by a stray spark, it can go unrecognized in the body for a long time before it manifests itself more fully as a full-blown disease.
One of the most useful markers of inflammation is a high level of C-reactive protein (CRP). It can be high temporarily for something as simple as a case of allergies with the sniffles or more long-term as a response to an imbalance in your system. I routinely check a second or third level over a period of months if I believe an elevated level may be due to an appropriate, temporary immune response. Values run from 1.0 mg/L to 2.0 mg/L. Your CRP value should ideally be below 1.0. Chronically elevated values that are over 2.0 are cause for deep concern, because they generally signal a high risk for or an in-process disease.
Here are 10 common, not so common, and even downright surprising triggers for chronic inflammation. Avoiding these causes can help you lower your risk of developing that smoldering flame in your body.
Stress smorgasbord
This may seem an obvious selection, but in one way or another, the rest of the items on this list all constitute some form of stress stimulator. The common, everyman’s definition of stress would be too much of anything that exceeds your ability to adapt. And whether you’re a woman or a man, emotional and physical stress can and will trigger undesirable hormonal changes. This will provoke body-wide inflammation and your risk of chronic disease will take a leap. As I tell my patients, it’s not whether or not you have any stress in your life—it’s how big a role it plays in your overall health. Inevitably, the answer is: Stress plays a major role. See the Forgotten Cures column on page 6 for one thing I recommend. Keep in mind that reducing stress is two-pronged. Reduce or rid yourself of the external stressor and also change the way you respond to stress.
Fueling the flames
Fat cells are not the neutral, passive storage repositories for excess calories you may think they are. They’re actually metabolically active and are busy spewing out over 30 different pro-inflammatory substances, referred to as adipokines. And when it comes to disease risk —don’t discount their effect. In my estimation, the most common cause of a significantly elevated C-reactive protein (thus, chronic inflammation) is being overweight or obese. Abdominal fat is the worst offender. (Think of an apple shape vs. a pear shape.) The best way to reduce abdominal fat is a combination of aerobic activity such as walking and strength training, which will lower overall body fat and boost your body’s ability to burn calories.
Cheap prices carry a high cost
The grocery store aisles are packed with nutritional garbage—all for a low, enticing price. These products spike your blood sugar and insulin levels, provoking a flood of oxygen-free radicals—all of which results in what we call oxidative stress. Using a special little protein switch inside your cell called “nuclear factor kappa B,” these free radicals trigger the production of inflammatory substances called cytokines. The result is inflammation—especially as you continue to feed the process via a steady diet of those cheap carbs. Stick with whole foods.
An infamous foe
Trans fats, aka hydrogenated oils or partially hydrogenated oils, have been plastered all over the news in recent months. These lethal, man-made fats were cleverly designed to increase the shelf life of a multitude of processed foods. They are everywhere, from packaged baked goods to salad dressings. Unfortunately, they shorten human life and cause upward of 20,000 unnecessary premature deaths per year—due primarily to heart disease. These non-digestible fats trigger the production of large numbers of free radicals, which in turn trigger an inflammatory response. It may give you nightmares to learn that trans fats incorporate themselves into your cell membranes—including your brain cells. Once they set up shop, they disturb normal cell-to-cell communication and brain function. The only safe amount of trans fat is ZERO (and don’t fall for the “0g per serving” language). Avoid any food where any of the tag names mentioned above are listed as an ingredient.
Buried bacteria
Hidden, or occult, infection by bacteria can provoke a systemic inflammatory response. Billions of bacteria—good, bad, and indifferent—hang out in your intestinal tract. One of the bad ones is called Helicobacter pylori, discovered 20 years ago in quite dramatic fashion: A young and courageous Australian doctor infected himself with it to prove a point. It’s a major player in the formation of peptic ulcers. Unless the H. pylori are treated, the ulcer will not heal properly. Of course, not everyone who has H. pylori present develops ulcers. But if it’s present, they can cause inflammation that is signaled by an elevated CRP. If I find that a patient’s CRP is elevated and he has no clear reason as to why, I’ll often check for H. pylori with a blood test. If it’s present, eliminating it usually remedies the situation—and lessens the risk of developing an ulcer at a future date.
Under attack
Our immune system can spontaneously take a dislike to a perceived invader. That can range from ragweed, pollen, dust, mold, and even food products like corn, soy, wheat and dairy. The result? It’ll launch attack missiles in the form of one or more of these: Runny nose, itching, fatigue, frequent colds, gastrointestinal illness. Not all of us are equally sensitive, and many of us are not sensitive at all to these things. While most doctors believe in allergies, food allergies or sensitivities simply aren’t on the radar screen for most.
Gut irritant
More than 25 percent of the population has a genetic variation that increases susceptibility to gluten, a protein found in wheat, which is in just about everything. And one percent of the population has full-blown celiac disease, which should be suspected in anyone with chronic diarrhea, chronic fatigue, unexplained weight loss, or anemia. Gluten intolerance leads to chronic, low-grade inflammation, damaging tissue in the intestine. Fairly reliable blood tests that many doctors are now knowledgeable about and will order are tissue transglutaminase, anti-gliaden and antiendomysial, and total IgA antibodies. Even low, normal values with symptoms can signal the disease. The cure is a gluten-free diet for life.
Chemical soup
Allergens can affect some people and not others. Toxins are a whole other matter—they affect everyone. Some folks are more susceptible than others, depending on a combination of genetic variation and overall toxic exposure (sometimes referred to as “load”) over the course of a lifetime. And other folks simply inherit a better systemic set-up than others. Toxins from the environment are processed in the liver by a special set of enzymes designed to package these rogue substances and show them the door via your urine or bowel movements. Common toxins include mercury, lead, arsenic and other heavy metals, certain plants, germs, a number of drugs used to treat diseases, and a wide variety of petrochemicals. And every year, the chemical industry kicks out hundreds of new—and unregulated—chemicals into our environment, with the hazards yet to be evaluated. One way to avoid food-borne toxins is by purchasing organic products—that’ll keep a long list of undesirable chemicals from turning your body into a lifelong chemical experiment.
Your mouth as a doorway
Poor dental health has been linked to body-wide inflammation and to an increased risk of heart attack, stroke or diabetes. Plaque build-up along the gum lines causes gingivitis, creating a home for bacteria to thrive in. This results in gum-tissue breakdown, allowing bacteria to pass into the bloodstream —where they incite inflammation. I recommend as mandatory daily flossing, a full two-minute brushing with a soft toothbrush, a 30-second gargle with a plaque rinse, and a thorough cleaning performed by a dental hygienist at least two times per year. Here’s a homemade helper: Work a paste of baking soda and hydrogen peroxide into your gum lines with a rubber-tipped gum stimulator. Rinse with warm salt water from a Water-Pik. Do this daily, or at least three times per week. And if your gums are bleeding, take 100 to 200 mg of coenzyme Q10 daily, which will speed the healing.
Ignitor in a bottle
I can’t let this one slide below the radar, because it can actually cause a cycle of inflammation. Ibuprofen (Motrin and Advil), naproxen (Naprosyn and Aleve), celicoxib (Celebrex)—and all other so-called nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories cause gastrointestinal-tract ulcers and bleeding, killing about 15,000 people per year. That’s not all. They also promote the formation of clots in your blood vessels, increasing the risk of your having a heart attack. They also increase your blood pressure, which is an important risk factor for heart attack and stroke. These pills can also eventually damage the complex inner lining of your gastrointestinal tract. The result is a “leaky gut,” meaning you’re unable to keep undesirable larger molecules from your food from passing into your systemic circulation. This results in a generalized, body-wide inflammatory response—which, by the way, contributes to making arthritis worse. Arnica is a great safe and natural solution to fight pain flare-ups.
Give yourself all-day energy—without the caffeine
Are you experiencing a personal energy crisis? If so, you’re one of the millions of Americans spending more energy than they have. Lack of energy is one of the most common complaints I hear in my practice. Some folks come to my office afraid that they’re dying. I tell them “No, you’re not dying—you’re just spent.”
Having an energy imbalance puts enormous stress on your mind and body, putting you at risk for major illness. In fact, an estimated 80 percent of health problems stem directly from stress.
I’ve cautioned you more than once about the plague of stress and how you need to get a handle on it. I’m sure you wish you could wave a magic wand and make that stress go away. Well, I don’t have that—but I do have the next best thing.
There’s a medicinal plant with extraordinary healing and balancing powers. It can help you get strong while you work on fundamental lifestyle issues such as proper diet, exercise, sleep, and improving your stress-coping skills. This plant is Rhodiola rosea, also known as golden root. It grows on the high mountain slopes of Russia, where it has been used for centuries—most notably by cosmonauts and Olympic athletes in recent times.
It’s a personal favorite of mine because it works so well and has no downside. I’ve been successfully using Rhodiola with patients for several years now. I’ve seen it work great in folks who’ve been feeling tapped out, can’t drag themselves out of bed in the morning, and even feel a bit depressed. And who wouldn’t feel depressed, if you feel you can no longer keep up with your normal activities?
Research shows that Rhodiola has a balancing effect on the thyroid and adrenal glands, which are important players in your body’s hormonal stress response and energy production pathways. Plus it supports the balanced production of both serotonin and dopamine—key brain neurotransmitters.
The Rhodiola plant is one of a special class of herbs known as “adaptogens.” This designation is for those herbs that have the ability to normalize your system, promoting an increase or reduction in whatever it is your body needs. Adaptogens are also very low in toxicity, causing little to no physiological turmoil. Even better—to be considered an adaptogen, an herb must help your body’s “fight or flight” response maintain an even keel instead of flying off half-cocked at every hint of danger.
Research shows that Rhodiola can boost human functioning in many areas: Brain function and memory, mood, sexual vitality, physical and athletic performance, and recovery ability. With all of these things going for it, I don’t understand why it’s not more widely known and used —except, of course, that no drug company can patent such a natural wonder of a drug.
With Rhodiola’s ability to balance your energy, it can actually promote more restful sleep. This is essential for maintaining good health and preventing premature aging. In fact, it’s respected in Russia as an effective anti-aging tool.
Some folks have found success in using it along with a weight-management program. It can safely speed up your body’s ability to burn fat. Excess fats from our diet are stored as triglycerides. Before you can burn fat, your body must first break down those triglycerides—and in animal studies, it has been shown that Rhodiola assists in the process.
Unlike a drug, which is a single molecule that’s aimed like a bullet at a specific target in the body, a complex plant like Rhodiola functions like a symphony playing throughout your body. Unlike the crude and potentially dangerous hammer-like effect of a “new-to-nature” drug traveling along your body’s pathways, Rhodiola gently supports overall good health and vitality.
I work primarily with Rhodio-laforce 100 from New Chapter. There are clear instructions on the bottle for increasing the dose in an organized way based on your individual response. Many folks report feeling a change after just a few days. I also recommend you get your hands on a copy of the highly readable book The Rhodiola Revolution, by Richard P. Brown, M.D., and Patricia L. Gerbarg, M.D., both highly respected clinicians and academicians. Dr. Gerbarg reports that she managed her own chronic-fatigue condition by using Rhodiola, and her inspiring, healing-success story is shared in the book.
An effective balm—no voodoo involved
Q.I have a friend who swears by Arnica for bruises and sprains. She and her family all use it, taking it in pill form. Her orthopedist recommended she use it before and after knee surgery. She followed his advice and claimed there was less swelling and bleeding than she’d expected. I’ve seen it listed as an ingredient in a muscle rub. What exactly is it, and is it safe to use for those daily aches and pains I get?
––B. Getz, Twin Falls, ID
A.You’ve discovered a celebrated remedy. This herb’s proper name is Arnica Montana, also called leopard’s bane. Arnica grows in high mountain meadows and was used as a folk remedy in the Swiss Alps because it was known for its ability to relieve soreness and bruising. Hey, I’m inclined to trust those who’ve worked, hiked, and trudged daily through those steep moun-tain slopes about what works for pain.
The Europeans weren’t the only ones who recognized its effectiveness. Native Americans also used it, making ointments and tinctures that soothed sore muscles and healed wounds.
Because of its rich history, Arnica occupies an honored place in homeopathy for its ability to speed the healing of wounds whenever there is bleeding, bruising and soreness involved. And as your friend found, it is quite effective when used for just about any surgery. Scientists have identified two substances in Arnica, helenalin and dihydrohelenalin, that are responsible for producing the anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.
Many competitive athletes use it both for minor musculoskeletal injuries and to reduce muscle soreness resulting from strenuous workouts. I use it in this way myself. I row for exercise and find I do much better overall when I use Arnica. Let me tell you—rowing is one strenuous workout, leaving my arms, back and legs well worked. And because I exercise pretty strenuously on a regular basis, I use oral homeopathic Arnica twice per day in a 12C or 30C potency. These are widely available at most pharmacies, vitamin shops and natural-food stores.
I’ve met at least two highly credentialed mainstream surgeons, one an orthopedist and the other an ear, nose, and throat specialist, who use it. Both of them recommend it to their patients for use after surgery.
Now that’s not to say you won’t encounter doctors who dismiss homeo-pathic Arnica as so much voodoo because they don’t “believe” in homeo-pathy. Most of these doctors, in my experience, know absolutely nothing about homeopathy. When I ask how much time they’ve spent studying it, they’ll change the subject, get angry, or back down in embarrassment. (Maybe it’s the way I phrase the question: I ask how many “minutes” they’ve spent studying the topic.)
I assure you that Arnica has a long history of safe and reportedly effective use by thousands of practitioners. Over the last two centuries, that translates into literally millions of patients. No deaths have been reported. Sorry to say I can’t say the same for nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories, which have led to the deaths of 15,000 or more people every single year brought on by gastro-intestinal bleeding. I’m sure they didn’t realize that taking ibuprofen or naproxen to sooth their joint or muscle pain would be a life-threatening decision—which makes it all the more tragic.
Arnica is also used externally in creams, gels, ointments and poultices as a rub for sore and stiff muscles. One of my favorites for daily use after exercise is Weleda Massage Oil with Arnica. For general soreness and pain associated with strains or sprains, I’ve found that a product called Soothanol (available at www.NorthStarNutritionals.com) works as well as anything else I’ve ever tried—and usually a lot faster.
One note of caution: Topical Arnica can irritate broken skin, so if you have a scrape or a cut, do not apply it to that area. Oral homeopathic Arnica, however, is safe from this effect.
The text contained herein does not constitute medical advice. Health Revelations advises that you consult your own physician before acting on any recommendations contained within this publication.
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