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Acute and Chronic Pain
Key Words
pain, backache, strain, sprain, arthritis, inflammation, bursitis, migraines
Inflammation is the beginning of all pain. Inflammation is the process that is triggered by damage to your body. Typically, when we think of inflammation we think of heat, redness, swelling, and pain. Pain is our warning signal that something is in need of repair. Inflammation and pain are normal and necessary when we have an injury, such as a sprained ankle. Chronic inflammation that lasts and lasts, however, is not normal and is, in fact, a disease. This type of inflammation is at the root of almost all serious illnesses, including cancer, heart disease, obesity, diabetes, and painful conditions such as arthritis.
Relieve inflammation and you relieve pain. Inflammation is caused by the release of a hormone-like compound called prostaglandin (PGE1) and is sustained by an enzyme called cyclooxygenase 2 (COX-2). If it were possible to inhibit the COX-2 enzyme it would be possible to control inflammation and possibly even cancer. Did you know that cancer cells are surrounded by an abnormally heavy concentration of COX-2 enzymes? And that chronic aspirin users have less cancer? Many years ago, drug companies found that aspirin inhibited COX-2. There is a downside to chronic aspirin use, however. At the same time it inhibits COX-2, it also inhibits COX-1 which is a protective prostaglandin for the lining of the digestive tract and blood vessels. Therefore, without adequate COX-1 protection, you may have ulcers and leaking of the blood vessels. So, for temporary use, aspirin is fine but for extended use it may cause serious side effects and even death. One report has estimated that over 40,000 people die annually from the overuse of aspirin. Click to Continue...
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Just Ask Terry . . .
Q. Dear Terry, “I suffer from severe acid reflux and I’ve been on Prilosec and Nexium for years. I want to get off, but can't, because if I don't take a Nexium every morning, within 30 minutes I have an attack. My question is that if I take the d-limonene and licorice root extract, can I just get off the Nexium right away, or do I wean myself off? Desperate to be free. Thanks.” Donald B., Houma, LA
A. Dear Donald, I understand your desire to be able to deal with your acid reflux naturally. However, severe acid reflux is a serious concern, and my recommendation is that you discuss adding supplements to your health plan with your licensed health care practitioner. I can give you some ideas, but when it comes to chronic problems and prescription medication, always keep your doctor in the loop. If your doctor agrees, I would continue using your medication as prescribed and add the formulation of d-limonene and licorice root extract. Use the medicine along with the nutritional formulation together for a week or two, and then seek your physician’s advice as to how you may gradually reduce the prescribed medication.
It may be hard for many to believe, but the symptoms of too much stomach acid and too little are exactly the same. In 95% of the cases, people will be deficient in betaine hydrochloric acid, otherwise known as HCL. Experiment taking HCL with each meal, starting with one capsule and slowly graduate up to higher dosages if necessary, maybe one to three capsules with each meal. Also, keep in mind when you block the acid with prescription medication, the digestive tract can no longer properly digest proteins and minerals, which require an acid medium. All of these drugs in the class of proton pump inhibitors, of which Nexium and Prilosec are two, can cause severe malnutrition, because they block the proper digestion of food. They will also cause an overgrowth of yeast and bacteria in the intestinal tract because they inhibit the body’s natural ability to use digestive acids to destroy pathogens in the gut.
Terry is happy to provide his opinion on diet and nutrition, supplements and lifestyle choices. This information is for educational purposes only. It is not meant to replace the advice of your physician and is not to be considered medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. Should you have any concerns please contact your physician directly.
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Today's Word from Joel and Victoria:
Take Your Life Back
Do you ever feel like things in your life are out of control? Usually that happens when we allow our circumstances to dictate our thoughts and attitudes. You might say, "Well, Joel, the economy is wreaking havoc on my business." Or "This relationship is just too far gone." But I say, today is the day to take your life back!
We live in this natural realm, but as believers, we are not limited by this natural realm. We can tap into God's supernatural power, but it starts by making every thought line up with the Word of God.
Today, take your life back by taking your thoughts back. Don't allow the enemy to have access any longer. Instead, meditate on the Word of God daily and allow His truth to sink down deep into your spirit. Let His truth make you free.
Today, as you take captive every thought and boldly declare His promises over your life, you are setting yourself up for victory. You are positioning yourself to partake of every spiritual blessing He has in store for you!
A Prayer for Today
Heavenly Father, thank You for empowering me to live in victory today. I choose to take my life back by taking captive every thought and submitting it to You. Help me live a life that is pleasing to You, Jesus, today and every day. In Jesus' Name, Amen.
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