December 26, 2007 by Orville Campbell, MD.

 By Orville Campbell, MD

Your skin is indeed the largest organ of your body. It is over 60% water. The skin helps the body to: maintain temperature; make vitamin D; perceive certain sensations (such as touch, cold, heat, pain, etc.); and eliminate waste products and toxins. Still, the skin serves as a major line of defense or barrier against infection. In many cases, the skin readily absorbs what is applied to it. This includes toxins. Some lotions contain multiple toxins that can inflame the skin and increase your risk for various cancers.

One has to be extremely careful regarding what is applied to the skin such as lotions, soaps, creams, balms, and even water. We will consider the issues regarding body lotions. A significant number of lotions contain what are considered toxins. Still, some lotions contain lubricants that clog healthy pores and lessen their ability to rid the body of waste products and accumulated toxins.

Potentially Harmful Agents in Your Lotions

Avoid lotions and other cosmetic products with these chemicals: Triethanolamine (TEA) which can inflame the skin; Aluminum which is a heavy metal; Sodium Lauryl Sulfate which can be detrimental to hair follicles and hair growth; Paba (p-aminobenzoic acid) which can cause skin inflammation; Glycols such as ethylene glycol have the potential to be carcinogenic; Hydantoin DMDM can be carcinogenic in some laboratory animals; and DEA (diethanolamine) can cause skin inflammation and is potentially carcinogenic. DEA can be found in brake fluid and antifreeze. FD & C and D & C dyes also share such potential. Mineral oil and petroleum products can clog healthy pores in prevent the skin from eliminating toxins. There are numerous other agents; however, these are some common agents to avoid. These compounds are readily absorbed by your skin.

What is a Quality and Natural Lotion?

A quality lotion will have natural fragrances such as lemongrass, lavender, and orange oils. Your lotion should also have natural lubricants such as sweet almond and citronella oils. You want plant-based ingredients. Avoid lotions with synthetic compounds, synthetic fragrances, and artificial colors. These agents can inflame the skin (dermatitis) and can increase your risk for various cancers.

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December 24, 2007 by Orville Campbell, MD.

 By Orville Campbell, MD

Whole food vitamins are superior to synthetic (lab derived) vitamins because they are in a more natural form and can be more readily utilized by your body. Whole foods are foods in a natural state, meaning unprocessed or unrefined. Quality will cost you. All natural tends to cost more. Make sure your vitamins are NSF or ISO certified. There are 5 Basic Truths you should know about your vitamins supplements.

#1 Certification

Better quality whole food vitamins will have NSF or ISO certification. Why would you take any dietary or nutrition supplement made by a company without one of these certifications? NSF certification for example assures the consumer that the product has been tested and will continue to be tested through periodic audits. In other words, the certification of a product is continuous, not a one time process. The product should have the high quality ingredients and manufacturing process that a company claims.

#2 Most People Need a Vitamin

Most People need to take vitamins. Unless you have the recommended daily amounts of fruits and vegetables per day, you most likely need a supplement. In our fast pace world, a lot of the foods individuals eat are polished or overly processed. As a general rule of thumb, 3 servings of fruits and vegetables daily should be eaten. Look at your plate and the plates of those around you. Are those plates colorful with fruits and vegetables or are do they lack color because of all the starch and meat?

#3 Source of Flavors and Colors

The source of the flavoring and colors of your supplement should be from natural sources. No artificial dyes or flavoring should spoil your vitamin.

#4 Truth in Labeling

The fewer additives or fillers the better: then there will be fewer opportunities for allergic reactions. The supplement market is very competitive; the better the quality the better and more prominent the labeling stating such. If your supplement is whole food, then the label should indicate such. The food source should be given for each vitamin component. The label should indicate regarding certification. Vague labels with minimal information are strong indicators of lower quality.

#5 Cost

Don’t ever select a vitamin based solely on price point. There are significant reasons why one vitamin is cheaper than the other. When you decide on what is an acceptable quality, then comparison shop for that similar quality vitamin so you are comparing oranges with oranges and apples with apples. Watch out for companies with well recognized names who have purchasing power. Read the label even more. Remember, quality will cost you. But, what is the monetary value of good health? I don’t think anyone can quantify that.

Start a whole food vitamin today. These supplements are needed to help the body fight infection, cancer, and other diseases. They are vital to assisting enzymes in the body in breaking down and absorbing foods. Vitamins are even needed to make sure your blood has the correct thinness or thickness. Still, vitamins are needed to maintain our sense of temperature, touch, pain, and vibration.

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Orville Campbell, MD is an internist and nephrologist. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. His expertise include: health and wellness, hypertension, diabetes, vitamin D, and kidney diseases.

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December 24, 2007 by Orville Campbell, MD.

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December 24, 2007 by Orville Campbell, MD.

 By Orville Campbell, MD

B12 helps your body to make life giving blood. A decrease in your red blood cell count is called anemia. Anemia can cause fatigue or poor energy and cravings for certain things such as ice. However, make sure your iron and RBC (red blood cell) folate levels are normal.

This vitamin can help one to maintain a good memory, achieve or maintain better focus, mental clarity and achieve a feeling of well-being or positive mood. Your entire nervous system can benefit from this supplement. B12 is vital to maintain the nervous system in excellent working order.

This vitamin has been called energy in a bottle; because, it imparts energy, stamina, and vitality to those who take it. For best results/absorption, one should take b12 with other B complex vitamins, such as B1 (Thiamin), B2 (Riboflavin), B3 (Niacin), and B6 (Pyridoxine).

B12 applied to the skin (topically) may improve certain skin diseases such as atopic dermatitis and may be even psoriasis.

For individuals with kidney disease and on epogen (a medicine to prevent significant anemia), it can help to make the epogen more effective. Therefore, less medicine may be required. However, make sure your iron and RBC (red blood cell) folate levels are normal. These patients are especially prone to iron deficiency due to the reduced life expectancy of their red blood cells.

This supplement is helpful in protecting an unborn child from developing birth defects such as those defects affecting the spine.

This vitamin provides support to the immune system and promotes proper functioning. It helps to decrease the inflammatory state of an inflamed immune system.

B12 has been shown to lower homocysteine levels. An elevated homocysteine level has been associated (not causal) with stroke, heart disease, diabetes, and Alzheimer’s dementia. This implication is very exciting and promising.

This Christmas or holiday season, give the gift of health and wellness such as vitamin B12. Give gifts that impart health to prolong quality life.

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December 23, 2007 by Orville Campbell, MD.

 By Orville Campbell, MD

When one uses a natural dietary or nutrition supplement make sure it is rich in adaptogens and antioxidants and can help support the immune system and may be even help you manage your physical and mental stress. Pay close attention to the ingredients. Artificial colors should be a no no! Avoid corn starch.

Adaptogens are herbal or plant substances that help to energize the body, support the immune and nervous systems. They also help the body to adapt to physical and mental steress or internal or external stressors. A few of these adaptogens are Eleuthero root (used to be called Siberian Ginseng), Licorice root, Chinese Magnolia (Schizandra Chinensis), and Golden root (Rhodiola Rosea).

Dietary or nutrition supplements are just that. They supplement your diet and healthy lifestyle. They do not reverse unhealthy lifestyles or the abuse some may inflict on their body. They are not treatments or cures. Anyone making treatment or cure claims should be cautioned regarding doing so. High quality, natural supplements should be used with the knowledge of your healthcare provider. If you are on medication, discuss any potential supplement-medication interaction with your healthcare provider.

As a physician I use several supplements. One that I am especially pleased is Tunguska Blast. This is a dietary supplement made by a company called Cyberwize. I use it to support my immune and nervous systems. My favorite use of this supplement is to obtain the energy and stamina it imparts to me. I try not to refer to it as a juice because juice implies that the product is obtained by just juicing fruits. This is a nutrition supplement rich antioxidants and adaptogens. As you may remember from a previous article of mine, antioxidants are neutralizers of free radicals. Free radicals are charged particles your body generates in disease (e.g. high blood pressure, obesity, cancer, etc.) and stress states. Free radicals promote aging and tissue damage in blood vessels and organs.

Vitamin B12

B-12 has so many excellent uses. It is a water-soluble vitamin. B-12 is necessary for the proper function of the nervous system and helping your body to make blood. Vitamin b12 is known for the energy and vitality it imparts to individuals who take it. It is sometimes called Energy in a Bottle! The source of B-12 is chiefly from dairy products and meats.

B12 Deficiency

A deficiency may lead to anemia and problems with the sensation of vibration. Anemia can make one continually tired or fatigued and even crave things such as clay or ice. Your energy is depleted!

B-12 deficiency is also associated with dementia and mood disorders. A deficiency could possibly alter your pap smear results. Excessive alcohol intake, chronic stomach diseases, strict vegetarianism, or any chronic poor absorption states places one at increased risk for b12 deficiency. Also, recent research suggests that diabetics on a certain medication may be at increased risk for b12 deficiency. If you are a diabetic, discuss this very important issue with your health care provider. Finally, the older we get, the greater the risk of b12 deficiency. Individuals over the age of 65 may be at greatest risk.

Injection vs Oral (by mouth)

What is the best way to take this vitamin? Is B-12 best taken by swallowing, injection, or sublingual (dissolved under the tongue)? Injections for the most part are expensive and unnecessary unless there is inability to take oral and poor absorption. High dose oral can be as effective as injections. However, sublingual provides a very efficient and rapid restoration of B-12 levels. Sublingual gets around the issue of poor absorption in the gut.

Final Thoughts

My recommendation is sublingual b12. However, the final decision should be made in conversation with you and your health care provider. Obtain a quality sublingual product (or liquid if you prefer) from a provider of quality Nutrition Supplements. Do obtain B12 levels. Tunguska Blast and B12 are known for their support of the body’s energy level. They appear to be complementary in support of the body’s health and well being.

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December 22, 2007 by Orville Campbell, MD.

 By Orville Campbell, MD

Intro

An optimally functioning colon may have over 100 billion friendly bacteria per millimeter surface area. These good or friendly bacteria are called probiotics. Probiotics help the body to: support the immune system; fight cancer causing agents; discard old fecal matter; decrease inflammation in the colon; make certain vitamins (vitamin K and some B vitamins); protect against food poisoning; and fight bad bacteria, fungi, and viruses.

Probiotics Destroyed / Depleted

Probiotics can be significantly decreased in our colon because of many everyday factors. Some of these factors include: stress, carbonated beverages, constipation, antibiotics in our food supply, chlorine in our water supply, smoking, alcohol, and drugs such as certain nonsteroidal anti-inflammatories (NSAIDS), laxatives, antibiotics (overuse) and birth control pills.

A routine diet or meal rich in animal fat and protein can lead to decay of these food products in the intestines. This in turn serves as a culture for bad bacteria. The human intestine is long and convoluted, putting it at high risk for such decay. Taking a quality supplement rich in Enzymes can help to prevent this decay and enhance nutrient absorption. Enzymes are proteins that help to break down nutrients and help to facilitate physiologic processes in the body. Without enzymes our bodies could not absorb the vital nutrients and would cease all physiologic functions.

Effects of Depleted Probiotics

Significant depletion can contribute to: a poorly functioning immune system; vitamin deficiencies; increased risk for infections, cancers, ulcers, food intolerances, and food poisoning; and decrease in nutrient absorption by the gastrointestinal tract (human gut). Still, this depletion can contribute to a weakened urinary system and place one at greater risk for bladder or kidney infections.

You Should Start Probiotics Today

You should start taking probiotics today. With the daily assault on good bacteria, bad bacteria are waiting to move into the space left by good bacteria. Consider your colon an apartment building for bacterial tenants. You can either have good tenants or bad tenants. The more you are depleted of those good bacterial tenants, the more bad ones move in. As we age, the number of probiotics in our body decline. This is one reason why the elderly are at greater risk for infection, cancer, and Vitamin B12 and other vitamin deficiency.

You cannot afford the risk of a weakened immune system which can increase the risk of life-threatening infections and cancers, food intolerances, irritable or inflamed bowel, and ulcers.

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December 21, 2007 by Orville Campbell, MD.

 By Orville Campbell, MD

When choosing a personal care product, select natural lotions, soaps, shampoos, and other personal care products without the toxins. Make sure they are plant based. Avoid products with synthetic compounds, synthetic fragrances, and artificial colors which can place you at increased risk for various cancers and have a negative effect on the immune system.

Potentially Harmful Agents in Your Personal Care Products

Avoid personal care products with these chemicals: Triethanolamine (TEA) which can inflame the skin; Aluminum which is a heavy metal; Sodium Lauryl Sulfate which can be detrimental to hair follicles and hair growth; Paba (p-aminobenzoic acid) which can cause skin inflammation; Glycols such as ethylene glycol have the potential to be carcinogenic; Hydantoin DMDM can be carcinogenic in some laboratory animals; and DEA (diethanolamine) can cause skin inflammation and is potentially carcinogenic. DEA can be found in brake fluid and antifreeze. FD & C and D & C dyes also share such potential. Mineral oil and petroleum products can clog healthy pores in prevent the skin from eliminating toxins. There are numerous other agents; however, these are some common agents to avoid. These compounds are readily absorbed by your skin.

Natural Lotion

A quality lotion will have natural fragrances such as lemon grass, lavender, and orange oils. Your lotion should also have natural lubricants such as sweet almond and citronella oils. You want plant-based ingredients. Avoid lotions with synthetic compounds, synthetic fragrances, and artificial colors. These agents can inflame the skin (dermatitis) and can increase your risk for various cancers.

Lip balm

Look for natural lubricants or oils such as wheat germ, tangerine, and almond oils. It should have no artificial colors, flavors or fragrances.

Shampoo

A good product should be free of cold tar or petroleum products. Look for natural oils and fragrances such as fruit extracts (guava, raspberry, papaya etc.), kukui oil, and lemongrass as well as essential proteins such as wheat protein. Again, use no products with artificial dyes and fragrances.

Soap

Use soaps with natural oils, cleansers, and fragrances such as palm shea butter, lemongrass oil, oatmeal, rosemary oil, and cinnamon oil. If the soap has vitamins such as vitamin E, that is a plus.

Deodorant

Do not use a deodorant or Antiperspirant with the dangerous metal aluminum. It is readily absorbed by the skin. No artificial colors or fragrances. Look for natural essential oils and the use of water that has been purified along with natural mineral salts.

Personal care products come in contact with the largest organ of your body (your skin) or with the delicate lining of your mouth. Both will readily absorb toxins. So, use natural products. Your health depends on it.

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December 21, 2007 by Orville Campbell, MD.

 By Orville Campbell, MD

Intro

Over 7 percent of the US population has diabetes. Diabetes is rapidly becoming an epidemic due to a burgeoning population with obesity and a sedentary lifestyle. In 2005 there were about 31 million people ages 20 or older with diabetes. In this same year there were 1.5 million new cases of diabetes in the age group of 20 years and older.

Kidney Disease

Diabetes is still the number cause of end stage kidney disease. In 2002 over 150,000 persons were living on dialysis or with a kidney transplant due to diabetes. In this same year almost 45,000 persons began treatment for end stage kidney disease due to dialysis. Treatment for end stage kidney disease can reach a staggering figure of over $100,000 per patient.

Eye Disease

Diabetes can damage the back of the eye (the retina) and its blood vessels. You can have rapid growth of blood vessels which may burst and lead to bleeding. Cataracts are more common in diabetics. Diabetes causes most of the new cases of blindness in persons ages 20-74.

The Gut

Diabetes can cause a gut disease called gastroparesis where food moves slowly in the gut and can result in bloating, loss of appetite, belly pain, nausea, or even vomiting. If food stays in the gut too long, it can harden into little clumps called bezoars. Bezoars may lead to more belly pain, bloating, infections or even blockages involving the gut. The high sugars of diabetes can cause nerve damage in the gut to cause gastroparesis. Other Nerve Damage

Besides nerve damage involving the gut, diabetes can cause nerve damage to the hands and feet which may decrease your ability to sense pain, temperature, touch, and vibration. Carpal tunnel disease may also develop.

Amputation (loss of a limb)

Over 50 percent of all amputations not due to trauma are caused by diabetes. This is due to vascular (blood vessel) disease especially due to cholesterol build up in the blood vessels. The amputations are also due to the loss of sensation. Individuals may wound a limb and not know it due to this loss of sensation. Wounds worsen and become infected (may include the bone) to the point where an amputation is necessary. Infection of the bone is called osteomyelitis.

How Can Diabetics Avoid Deadly Complications?

Keep blood pressure less than 130/80. Up to 75 percent of diabetics may have high blood pressure. Make sure your sugar control number (hemoglobin A1C or Glycohemoglobin) is less than 7 percent, preferably as near to 6.5 percent as possible. See your eye doctor at least once per year. Check the top and the bottom of your feet every week. Loss of hair on the legs, cool or bluish legs with shiny skin may signal blood vessel disease. Your doctor needs to evaluate your feet as well. If blood vessel disease is suspected, ask for a blood flow study of your legs. Smoking is even deadlier for a diabetic. It’s like pouring gasoline on fire. Avoid alcohol which may worsen blood pressure and blood sugars. To evaluate your kidney function, ask your health care provider to check your blood creatinine level, a special kidney function test called a GFR, and a urine protein screen.

Orville Campbell, MD is an internist and nephrologist who trained at Emory University. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. His expertise include: health and wellness, hypertension, diabetes, vitamin D, and kidney diseases. 

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December 20, 2007 by Orville Campbell, MD.

 By Orville Campbell, MD

Introduction

B-12 has so many excellent uses. It is a water-soluble vitamin. B-12 is necessary for the proper function of the nervous system and helping your body to make blood. Vitamin b12 is known for the energy and vitality it imparts to individuals who take it. It is sometimes called Energy in a Bottle! The source of B-12 is chiefly from dairy products and meats.

B12 Deficiency

A deficiency may lead to anemia and problems with the sensation of vibration. Anemia can make one continually tired or fatigued and even crave things such as clay or ice. Your energy is depleted!

B-12 deficiency is also associated with dementia and mood disorders. A deficiency could possibly alter your pap smear results. Excessive alcohol intake, chronic stomach diseases, strict vegetarianism, or any chronic poor absorption states places one at increased risk for b12 deficiency. Also, recent research suggests that diabetics on a certain medication may be at increased risk for b12 deficiency. If you are a diabetic, discuss this very important issue with your health care provider. Finally, the older we get, the greater the risk of b12 deficiency. Individuals over the age of 65 may be at greatest risk.

Injection vs Oral

What is the best way to take this vitamin? Is B-12 best taken by swallowing, injection, or sublingual (dissolved under the tongue)? Injections for the most part are expensive and unnecessary unless there is inability to take oral and poor absorption. High dose oral can be as effective as injections. However, sublingual provides a very efficient and rapid restoration of B-12 levels. Sublingual gets around the issue of poor absorption in the gut.

Final Thoughts

My recommendation is sublingual b12. However, the final decision should be made in conversation with you and your health care provider. Obtain a quality sublingual product (or liquid if you prefer) from a provider of quality Nutrition Supplements: http://healthywize.com/4404908

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December 20, 2007 by Orville Campbell, MD.

 By Orville Campbell, MD

Truth #1: Price

Don’t ever select a vitamin based on price. There is a reason in a significant number of cases why one vitamin is cheaper than the other. When you decide on what is an acceptable quality, then compare price for that same quality of vitamins so you are comparing oranges with oranges and apples with apples. Watch out for companies with well recognized names who have purchasing power. Read the label even more.

Truth #2: Source of Vitamins

If quality and natural matters to you then make sure the source of your vitamins is whole foods. Read the label to see if you have a synthetic (made up in lab) vitamin. If it is a whole food vitamin then the company will usually be proud to advertise as such and list the source of the vitamin. For example, the label should say how much vitamin A, percentage of RDA, and the source such as carrots. Whole food vitamins are more expensive but more natural to the body.

Truth #3: It’s in there

Again if quality and natural matters then avoid supplements that are rich in artificial fillers, coloring / dyes, and flavoring. Again, you must be a detective and read the labels.

Truth #4: Not a Cure All

Vitamins are supplements. Just as all dietary supplements, they are not cure alls for disease states. They supply what the body is missing to heal itself for perform natural physiologic functions. They are not medicines. However, if not used in an appropriate manner and in consultation with a health care provider, they can harm you. For example, if you are on a blood thinner such as coumadin for whatever reason, you would not want to take vitamin K supplementation. It will oppose the coumadin to try and thicken the blood.

Truth #5 Those Who Should Take Vitamins

The question is frequently asked, who should take vitamins? The answer is most people. The reason is most do not get enough vitamins because of a deficiency of adequate fruits and vegetables in the diet. Look at the plate of most people eating around you. Are those plates colorful with fruits and vegetables or are do they lack color because of all the starch and meat?

Finally

Choose your supplements carefully based on a whole food source and quality compounding. When you find the right vitamin, then comparison shop for the similar supplement. Most people need vitamins because of the lack of fruits and vegetables in the diet. Do use all nutrition supplements in consultation with your health care provider.

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