Flavonoids of St. John’s Wort and HPA Function.

Posted on August 28, 2019 by Dr. Gary Pack

Depression commonly causes chronic stimulation of the Hypophyseal-Pituitary-Adrenal (HPA) axis with over-secretion of ACTH and cortisol. The author’s previously showed that both an alcohol extract of St. John’s Wort (Hypericum perforatum) and hypericin, a constituent of St. John’s Wort, reduced the activity of the HPA axis. (Hyperforin was inactive in reducing HPA stimulation.) The present […]

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Conditions: Blood pressure, Depression, HPA hyporesponsiveness, Impaired glucose tolerance

Supplements: Bioflavonoids, St. John's Wort (Hypericin perforatum)

Miscellaneous: ACTH, Anti-depressant, Central nervous system, Corticosteroids, Cortisol, Hypericin, Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis

The Lowly Onion.

Posted on April 21, 2017 by Dr. Gary Pack

Let’s consider the lowly onion! It may not appear to be much, but wait until you see all the nutritional and medicinal effects produced by an onion (Allium cepa). No wonder it’s so widely used around the world. Onions have been shown to be anti-hypertensive in a number of animal studies. Onions contain prebiotics, poorly […]

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Milk Thistle, Silymarin, and Liver Protection.

Posted on March 14, 2017 by Dr. Gary Pack

The liver is important due to its role in bile production, energy production, vitamin storage, and the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats. Nutrients absorbed from the intestine are delivered to the liver along with the absorbed toxins (including alcohol, drugs and pharmaceuticals). This makes the liver vulnerable to damage. Milk thistle (Silybum marianum) has […]

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Remedies for Colon Cancer.

Posted on February 15, 2017 by Dr. Gary Pack

The following are alternative therapies which have been shown through scientific studies to be beneficial in preventing or treating colon cancer. The studies have been done on cell cultures, animal studies, etc. Specific doses for humans have not been specified. The following are not in order of importance; 1. Vitamin D is important, especially in […]

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Herbs and Skin UV Protection.

Posted on February 6, 2017 by Dr. Gary Pack

Ultraviolet B (UV-B) radiation, with a wavelength of 290-320 nm*, results in sunburns and wrinkles, while reducing immunity. One’s skin should be protected from UV-B light from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. UV-B can cause redness, burn, immune suppression, thickening and darkening of the skin as well as skin cancer. Most sun blocks are effective […]

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Toxicity of Lead.

Posted on December 19, 2016 by Dr. Gary Pack

“There is no safe level of exposure to lead.” Many people living today have lead in their bodies from leaded gasoline, from lead-based paints, and from old plumbing containing lead. Problems from lead overdose include blood abnormalities (such as anemia), impaired heart function, bone disease, kidney dysfunction, impaired fertility, and nervous system toxicity. Lead toxicity […]

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Flavonoids and Cancer.

Posted on December 15, 2016 by Dr. Gary Pack

Flavonoids are part of the healthy polyphenol family of chemicals which occur in plants. There are more than 4000 different flavonoids, mostly in fruits, vegetables and seeds. We eat about 1,000 mg. of flavonoids per day. Numerous health benefits have been discovered in flavonoids, including anticancer, anti-mutagenic (prevention of mutations), antioxidant, and antiviral properties. Flavonoids […]

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Conditions: Apoptosis, Breast cancer, Cancer, Oxidation, Prostate cancer, Viral infection

Supplements: Bioflavonoids, Citrus bioflavonoids, Daidzein, Genistein, Glycitein, Isoflavones, Milk thistle (Silybum marianum), Phytoestrogens, Silibinin

Foods: Brussel's sprouts, Fruits, Green tea (Camellia sinensis), Plants, Seeds, Vegetables

Miscellaneous: Anti-aromatase, Anticancer, Antimutagenic, Antioxidant, Antiviral, Aromatase, Cyclooxygenase, DNA, Enzymes, Epigenetics, Estrogen receptors, Flavonoids, Kinase, Mutation, Phosphodiesterase, Phospholipase, RNA

Cranberries and Oral Disease.

Posted on March 14, 2016 by Dr. Gary Pack

Cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon) is a berry bush which grows in peat bogs of northeastern United States. Cranberry extracts are rich in polyphenols, such as flavonoids, with many health benefits. In the 17th century, cranberries were used to treat scurvy*. Now it is mainly used to treat urinary tract infections in women. In addition, it treats […]

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Electromagnetic Fields and Radio-Frequency Radiation.

Posted on February 13, 2016 by Dr. Gary Pack

Humans are increasingly exposed to electromagnetic fields (EMF) due to electronic devices. These fields are generally referred to as ‘electrosmog’. Common symptoms are fatigue, headache, trouble concentrating, sleep disorders, and dizziness. EMFs are caused by cordless phones, cellular phones, laptops, notebook computers, smart meters, and power lines. Exposure to these fields is rising at the […]

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Anti-Diabetic Effect of Maqui Berry.

Posted on October 13, 2015 by Dr. Gary Pack

Maqui (Aristotelia chilensis) plants produce wild berries in central and southern Chile as well as in Argentina. These are some of the healthiest berries due to high levels of polyphenols. Maqui berries have strong antioxidant activity and high levels of anthocyanin*, while other chemicals in maqui are known to be cardioprotective and anti-inflammatory. Traditional use […]

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Conditions: Cardiovascular disease, Diabetes, Diarrhea, Fever, Inflammation, Oxidation

Supplements: Anthocyanins, Bioflavonoids, Polyphenols

Foods: Berries, Fruits, Maqui berry (Aristotelia chilensis)

Miscellaneous: Anti-diabetic, Anti-oxidant, Argentina, Chile, Pigments