27
Jan
Can tooth decay be reversed with Vitamin D & A and Activator X?

Q: I am currently researching about how to reverse the tooth cavity. I understand Vitamin D & A and Activator X (in whole food form, not the isolate vitamins) are critical. Cod liver oil, butter oil are rich in Vitamin D & A and Activator X together in a food form. I am wondering if you have any suggestion to reverse the tooth cavity, and have any products that will help?

A: I do not know of any product that has demonstrated the ability to reverse a tooth cavity (if so, we’d probably be rich and would be putting a big dent in the dental business if this were the case), though some research on vitamin K2 is promising.

Certainly, vitamin D, A, & K (Activator X) are important in bone remodeling.  Butter oil from grass fed cows has this “Activator X” (vitamin K2) nutrient, that the dentist Weston A. Price wrote about (http://www.westonaprice.org/fat-soluble-activators/x-factor-is-vitamin-k2).  Cod Liver Oil only has vitamin’s A & D.

This is a link to a new product that Seroyal/Genestra/Pharmax as recently come out with for bone and teeth support, called Cal Mag Berry Liquid, this has vitamins A, D, & K, along with calcium, magnesium & boron.

http://www.rockwellnutrition.com/Cal-Mag-Berry-Liquid-Plus-by-Pharmax.html - US site

http://www.rockwellnutrition-canada.com/Cal-Mag-Berry-Liquid-by-Pharmax.html - Canada site

They recently started adding vitamin K2 to it.  The vitamin K2 is derived from naturally fermented soybeans (which are non-GMO).

One of the sweeteners in this liquid is Xylitol.  Xylitol (a low-glycemic sugar alcohol), an inhibitor of the cavity-causing bacteria streptococcus mutans, is a natural sweetener derived from birch tree bark or corn husks. Xylitol halts tooth decay, inhibits the formation of dental plaque and re-mineralizes tooth enamel.

This chewing gum may be helpful to use after meals or snacks: Xylitol Fruit Gum by BioGenesis, has xylitol.

Additionally, Genestra makes a very good, purified Cod Liver Oil, which is high in vitamin A & D.

Categories: Dental Health
Posted by Nutritionist PP

25
Jan
Other supplements during the 28-Day Detox

Q: I tend to be sensitive so I think I will stick with the 28 days. I usually take krill oil, B vitamins, adrenal complex and a calcium/magnesium supplement. Should I suspend taking all my usual supplements while doing the detox?

A: Sounds like a good idea! Go ahead with your krill oil. As for the Cal/Mag supplements, you may want to cut back on them during the cleanse a bit, though you may not want to completely suspend taking them. The PaleoCleanse is fortified, thought not with high levels of these nutrients. So as you titrate up the dose of the PaleoMeal, you’d want to cut back on the Cal/Mag so that your goal is to get about 800mg / day of the calcium in total. This doesn’t have to be exact, you can go over or under this, but this can be your target goal to meet your daily needs.

As for the B-vit’s, and the adrenal complex, I assume you are taking these due to fatigue, resulting from stress? This cleanse isn’t going to have big impact on your adrenals, as it is not designed to. It is more about liver and digestive function.

You may want to continue with these, but you may (or may not) want to take a lower dose of the B-vit’s than what you are currently taking during your cleanse since the PaleoCleanse is fortified. Perhaps you may want to take your B-vit’s every other day or every day for the additional support if you feel that you need them for your energy and metabolism. However, PaleoCleanse does not have high amounts of any one of the B-vitamins, so if taking you B-vit’s every day help you with your energy, then perhaps that may be the better way to go for you!

Wishing you good success!

Categories: Detox Cleansing
Posted by Nutritionist PP

23
Jan
28-Day Detox & Cleanse Program by Designs for Health

Q: I just started the 28 day PaleoCleanse detox program and I was wondering if it could be shortened to 21 days by doing first week as suggested but then both 2nd and 3rd weeks taking 2 scoops of the PaleoCleanse?

A: Since I’ve never consulted with you, this is a difficult question to answer. You can do this, but do be careful, as you are also using the Detoxification Support Packets, which do support the detox process, but they also intensify it. If you get to the full dose of the PaleoCleanse too quick it can result in a detox reaction, which can be pushing toxins through your liver too fast, and you end up feeling sick because your liver is not able to remove all the toxins. If you start to feel sick, then you need to back off the PaleoCleanse and get back to a dose that doesn’t ramp the liver to quickly.

Categories: Detox Cleansing
Posted by Nutritionist PP

20
Jan
Supplementation for a Female Runner

Q: I am a female runner. I want to know which vitamins you think I should take. I feel like my resistant is low lately because I have been working out so much !

A: I would recommend a good energy supporting multi-vitamin.

  • Twice Daily Multi – Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take two capsules per day with meals or as directed by your health care practitioner.

Because this is strictly a multi vitamin, you would need to supplement your calcium/magnesium separately. Additional iron may also be necessary as well if you, still menstruate, are vegetarian or anemic.

Here are my favorites:

  • OsteoForce -superior absorption for promoting peak bone mass.  Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take 2 tablets twice daily with meals or as directed by your health care practitioner.
  • Ferrochel Iron Chelate Capsules – a true chelate mineral supplements for optimal absorption.  Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take one to two capsules per day with meals or as directed by your health care practitioner.

Another choice in iron (popular with non-vegetarians)

Once you’ve completed a workout it is really important to replenish the the electrolytes you’ve lost.

  • Electrolyte Synergy- convenient powder packets mix easily with water.  And does not contain artificial colors or flavors like other sports drinks.  Recommended Use: As a dietary supplement, take one packet daily or as directed by your health care practitioner.

Protein Drinks can also help the body replenish.

  • EssentialMeal -Are conveniently packaged and fantastic for pre and post workout. Fortified with vitamins, minerals this pre-measured protein drink can be mixed with water.  Great for on-the-go.
  • PaleoMeal Organic Whey Protein – is also fortified with vitamins, minerals, enzymes, as well as creatine, CLA, and fiber, this high quality, non-denatured whey protein promotes lean muscle mass, stable blood sugar, and supports optimum nutrition and immune health.

See you on the track!

Categories: Multivitamins, Sports Nutrition, Women's Health
Posted by Nutritionist PP

18
Jan
St. John’s Wort and Depression?

Q: I am currently taking St Johns Wort Plus caps by Genestra. My questions for today are,  what is the life of this product in my system? How long does its effects last upon ceasing to continue using it? How long can I continue to use St Johns Wort Plus on a daily basis?

A: In response to your question on St. John’s Wort Plus (active component – hypericin), the absorption and elimination of hypericin extract have been researched in healthy volunteers.8 After oral ingestion, plasma levels were measurable within two to three hours. A steep cumulative rise in plasma levels was seen during the first three days; however, a more gradual rise continued for several weeks. The elimination half-life was 24 to 48 hours.

Therefore, once you stop taking it the hypericin compound, it would likely have no effect after 2 days as it is depleted in your body.

The research on St. John’s Wort is positive for mild-to-moderate depression.  Meta-analyses of heterogeneous studies conducted over the past two decades, as well as several subsequent randomized trials, have reported St. John’s wort to be more effective than placebo and equally effective as tricyclic antidepressants and selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) in the short-term management of mild-to-moderate depression (1-3 months). Overall, the evidence supporting the efficacy of St. John’s wort in mild-to-moderate major depression remains compelling. However, the evidence for severe major depression and other depressive disorders (e.g., seasonal affective disorder) remains equivocal.

Extensive clinical trials of limited duration (<3 months) at recommended doses support the benign side effect profile and safety of St. John’s wort in individuals not taking other drugs.

Also, see our More Info Tab here: St. John’s Wort Plus

Here is a 2009 study with 440 out-patients who took St. John’s Wort for 1 year, with mostly positive effects:

Long-term effects of St. John’s wort (Hypericum perforatum) treatment: a 1-year safety study in mild to moderate depression.

Lastly, I’m sure there are many people out there who have had good results with St. John’s Wort that have taken it much longer than the published research suggests, as long as it continues to help them with their depression.  The amount of time it remains helpful can likely vary from person to person, and also other medications a person is taking needs to be considered by a health professional prior to starting St. John’s Wort, as well as their mental and health status.

Fish oil can also be a helpful adjunct supplement in depression.  I see in the past you’ve ordered Cod Liver Forte from us.  I would encourage you to continue with your fish oil usage.  If you were not pleased with the liquid version, we do carry it in softgels Cod Liver Oil DHA/EPA by Genestra, and Finest Pure Fish Oil by Pharmax.

Hope this was helpful, thank you for being a loyal Rockwell client.  If you need further guidance, you do get a free 15 minute consult with each order if you wish.

Categories: Anxiety and Depression
Posted by Nutritionist PP

16
Jan
Can I take N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) long-term?

Q:  I have been taking the N-Acetylcysteine (NAC) product for about a year – 2 pills per day. I am wondering if this should be stopped for awhile and can taking it for too long a period hinder building up my immune system or cause any health problems.

A:  NAC is generally well tolerated. The most frequent complaints involve diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting with oral supplementation.  There is not a lot of published research on long-term oral use on this supplement in humans, though I do not see any research on it hindering the build up of immune system (i.e. glutathione levels).

Here are some studies:

Long-term N-acetylcysteine and L-arginine administration reduces endothelial activation and systolic blood pressure in hypertensive patients with type 2 diabetes. - this 2008 study is done for 6 months, and the researchers good level of response during this time frame.

Formulation of a medical food cocktail for Alzheimer’s disease: beneficial effects on cognition and neuropathology in a mouse model of the disease. - this 2010 study combined NAC along with other nutrients in a medical food are a safe, effective and natural treatment for Alzheimer’s disease.

Oral N-acetyl-cysteine attenuates loss of dopaminergic terminals in alpha-synuclein overexpressing mice. - this 2010 study is for 1 year, and showed benefit with NAC in reducing the processes that can lead to Parkinson’s disease.

“N-Acetylcysteine for Lung Cancer Prevention“, Van Zandwijk, Nico Chest, May 1995;107(5):1437-1441. (Address: Nico Van Zandwijk, M.D., Ph.D., The Netherlands Cancer Institute, Plesmanlaan 121, 1066 CX, Amsterdam, The Netherlands)

In large groups of patients with chronic obstructive lung disease N- acetylcysteine has turned out to be a safe agent with minor effects even when prescribed for a prolonged period of time. N- acetylcysteine is well tolerated when taken continuously in a dose of 600 mg per day. Dyspepsia has been reported as a mild side effect. N-acetylcysteine holds promise and it may turn out to be effective in preventing secondary tumors. It may have a wider use in chemopreventive purposes.

If you are getting negative gastrointestinal symptoms, it may be best to reduce your dose to 1 capsule of Amino NAC per day rather than 2 caps.

Categories: Brain Health and Memory, Pulmonary Health
Posted by Nutritionist SP

13
Jan
Natural Antibiotics for Tooth Extraction?

Q: I was curious to find out what options I had in regards to natural antibiotics. I am going to have a tooth pulled and would like to have something on hand should it get infected. I don’t do well on antibiotics and would like to avoid them – especially since I already have issues with Candida (I do take the HMF Forte religiously).

A:  Here are some recommendations I can make for you to get yourself prepared for your tooth extraction to fight infection and also to combat Candida yeast!

  • Black Walnut Capsules by Genestra - indicated for bacterial, parasitic and viral infections, including candida, fungus and yeast.  Take two capsules two times daily with meals following the tooth extraction.
  • Astragalus Combination #1 by Genestra - This would be helpful to take to support your immune system so it will be able to fight infection better.  Astragalus Combination #1 is a unique formula containing synergistic herbs known for their adaptogenic, antimicrobial and blood-purifying properties, required for the support of the immune system.

Take 25 drops three times daily, 30 minutes before meals.

I see your December purchase included HMF Intensive Capsule.  This would be good for you to take when you start on the Black Walnut Caps.  Take it with a separate meal, one per day until you finish the Black Walnut, once you finish the bottle, then increase the HMF Intensive to 2 caps / day (take with separate meals) for 1 week to really repopulate your intestines.  You can take longer at this dose if needed.

Categories: Antimicrobial Treatment, Candida, Dental Health
Posted by Nutritionist SP

11
Jan
Appreciate the service and professionalism of your company

I very much appreciate the professionalism of your company and that the consultation with a nutritionist is available to your customers.  Best for the New Year, Annie B.

Categories: Customer Service Testimonials
Posted by Nutritionist SP

9
Jan
How long can I take Herbal GI and HMF Probiotics?

Q: I’ve been using Herbal GI for awhile, is it safe to be using this formula over a long period of time? Should I try cutting down the dosage? I have excess acid (proven by tests) & I also have bouts of colitis. I also take HMF Forte Probiotic capsules, again same questions can you take it for long periods of time.

A: Herbal GI Formula can be used as long as it well tolerated by you. This product has been helpful for digestive issues, but some people who have gastroesophageal reflux disease do not tolerate peppermint well, though this is per individual. This product has a little bit of peppermint leaf, but not as strong as the oil of peppermint, so hopefully would not be problematic for you and your acid problem. Peppermint can also result in allergy/hypersensitivity for some, and should not be used, if this is the case.
As for the dosage: 2 caps, twice daily, if this is too strong, try cutting back to 1 capsule 2-3 times daily with a meal.

HMF Forte Probiotic capsules are very beneficial for most people to take daily for long-term good intestinal health, especially in those who suffer from intestinal disease. HMF probiotics are human-strain derived, and have superior adherence to the intestinal wall than dairy, soil or vegetable cultured probiotics.

Probiotics are measured in CFU’s – which is the measurement of how many beneficial organisms the probiotics provides. HMF Forte is a moderate-level maintenance probiotic providing apporx. 8 billion CFU per serving. You can remain on this dosage to maintain a healthy intestinal digestive system. However if you were looking to reduce your CFU servings HMF capsules provide a low-level maintenance of 4 billion CFU, however, people with intestinal issues usually have better outcomes when taking higher levels of probiotics over-time.

Categories: Gastrointestinal, Digestion & Gas
Posted by Nutritionist SP

6
Jan
What can I do about my constant burping?

Q: I tend to burp often, do you have any suggestions?

A: If you are suffering from burping, it sounds like you are having issues with your digestion.  To help with your digestion I would recommend:

  • HMF Intensive no FOS Probiotics Capsules – FOS is an ingredient often found in probiotics, however it can sometimes cause gas.  HMF Intensive does not contain FOS, and yet provides a high level of beneficial probiotics to populate your intestinal tract and crowd out yeast and other undesirable organisms.  Recommended Adult Dose: Take 1-2 capsule daily after all meals.
  • Digest Plus is indicated for digestive disorders such as flatulence, constipation, bloating, indigestion.  Recommended Adult Dose: Adults: Take one tablet with each meal, or as recommended by your health care practitioner.  However, this product should not be taken if you have an ulcer or acid reflux.

I hope this helps!

Categories: Gastrointestinal, Digestion & Gas
Posted by Nutritionist SP

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