Posts Tagged ‘nutrition’
Sunday, August 29th, 2010

Guests of Dr Carl O Helvie, Host, the Holistic Health Show on Saturday will be Dr Murray Grossan, Dr Stephen Morrissey, and Dr Bianca Garilli.
Dr Grossan, is Board Certified by the American Board of Otolaryngology and Head and Neck Surgery and is currently at Cedars-Sinai Medical Towers in Los Angeles. He completed Medical School at the University of Georgia in 1949 and completed his Residency in the early 1950’s at NYU-Bellevue (At that time, I was a Staff and later Head Nurse at Bellevue although we did not know each other at the time). He has held various positions in his field of practice including Medical Examiner, and medical staff at different hospitals, and served as consultant to the Los Angeles District Attorney, U.S. Department of Labor, Freemont Insurance, Los Angeles City and others, and was awarded a Certificate of Merit for the Scientific Exhibit “Nasal Mucocilliary Flow” by the American Medical Association. Dr Grossan is author of numerous articles in professional journals in the areas of nasal function, throat scuba diving, tinnitus, headache, and temperomandibular joint disease and has published an ebook and most recently a book titled Free Yourself from Sinus and Allergy Problems Permanently
He is also the inventor of the Grossan Hydropulse System
that effectively cleanses and cleans your sinuses without drugs. More information is available at www.ent-consult.com
My second guest, Dr Steven Morrissey has a doctorate in Oriental Medicine and more than 25 years of clinical experience with herbal medicines, homeopathy, and nutrition. He has made over 30 trips to China where he established two joint venture companies to undertake research on safety, efficacy and the quality of botanical medicines and GMP botanical manufacturing. Additionally, he has established comprehensive supply chain management practices for medicinal plants, undertaking numerous research collaborations with Universities and Institutes, and has developed more than 40 professional and consumer health products, including Plantiva (R) brands Aller Dx, Immune Dx, and Vira Dx for Allergy and Immune Response and Recovery.
DR Morrissey has taught TCM pathology and was the Chair of Oriental Medicine at Bastyr University in Seattle in the early 1990’s. He served on the board of the American Herbal Products Association (AHPA) and was Chair of AHPA’s Botanical Extract Committee while it developed its white paper on the Standardization of Botanicals. More information is available at www.plantiva.com
My third guest is Dr Bianca Garilli, a naturopathic physician practicing in Orange County, California at the University of California, Irvine (Susan Samuell Center for Integrative Medicine) and in Mission Viejo. She specializes in adults with chronic conditions and children with autism and ADHD/ADD. She received her Naturopathic Medical Degree at Bastyr University and prior to that time was a United States Marine serving 5 years in the Intelligence Field as an Arabic and Spanish linguist. She then received a baccalaureate degree in biology before attend Bastyr University.
Dr Garilli is the founder of the Allergy Elimination diet eclinic
(www.allergyeliminationdiet.com) as well as the author of the Allergy Elimination Diet ebook. She is also the creator of the 6 Week Wellness and Weight Loss Course that is run several times a year (www.ocnmp.com) and co-creator of the Susan Samueli Center for Integrative Medicine’s Live Longer, Live Better program.
Tags: botanicals, Dr Bianca Garilli, Dr Carl O Helvie, Dr Murray Grossan, Dr Stephen Morrissey, Elimination diet, ENT, Grossan Hydropulse System, naturopathic medicine, nutrition, Plantiva brands
Posted in Uncategorized, integrative medicine, natural products, seasonal allergies | 4 Comments »
Sunday, August 8th, 2010



Dr Carl O Helvie, Host, Holistic Health Show interviewed three guests who talked about natural solutions to seasonal allergies on his show yesterday.
Dr Allan Stillerman joined the Allergy and Asthma specialists, P.A. in 1998 and lectures regionally and nationally in the fields of asthma, food allergy, anaphylaxis and allergic Rhino-conjunctivitis. More information was presented earlier on this blog and can be found at Http://www.allergy-asthma-docs.com
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Dr Terrawong Kasiolarnis a certified naturopathic physician with certification in acupuncture and is on the staff of the NOVA Medical and Urgent Care Center. More information was presented earlier on this blog and can be found at www.novamedgroup.com
Mr Daniel Chapman is founder and CEO of Redd Remedies with origins dating back to 1961. They recently received the Best of Expo 2010 Gold Award in the vitamin/supplements category at the National Products Expo West trade show in Anaheim, California. More information was presented earlier and can be found at www.reddremedies.com
The interview follows.
Tags: acupuncture, adult sinus support, allergist, allergy, allergy food elimination diet, apples, asthma, bioflavanoids, childrens sinus support, cleaning supplies, coughing, Dr Allan Stillerman, Dr Carl O Helvie, Dr Terrawong Kasiolarn, dust mites, Elizah Test, hepa sleep system, indoor allergies, Integrative Medical Center, itchy red eyes, lung care, Mr Daniel Chapman, natural solutions, neti pot, nutrition, nutsm omega 3 oils, onion, outdoor allergies, particles removal, post nasal drip, pure zone, quercetin, radio surpin blood test, reduced misery index, rhino-conjunctivitis, skin prick test, stinging nettle tea, stuffy nose, vitamin C, wheezing
Posted in Podcast, alternative health, asthma, homeopathic, integrative medicine, natural products, naturopathic medicine, seasonal allergies | 6 Comments »
Sunday, July 11th, 2010


Yesterday, Dr Carl O Helvie, Host, the Holistic Health Show, interviewed Dr Fred Pescatore and Dr Lauren Feder about seasonal allergies. Dr Pescatore is an internationally known physician who is recognized as a health, nutrition, and weight loss expert, has hosted his own radio show and appeared on major radio and television programs, authored several books including the best seller Thin for Good. and and the Allergy and Asthma Cure, and Founded the Dr Pescatore’s Health for Good products. More information on Dr Pescatore and his activities was identified on an earlier blog and can be found at: www.Hamptomsdiet.com
Dr Lauren Feder, a nationally known physician is in private group practice in Los Angeles, has appeared on national programs including Oprah and Friends with Dr Mehmet Oz, and is author of Natural Baby and Child Care and The Parents Concise Guide to Childhood Vaccines. More information appeared on an earlier blog and can also be found at www.drfeder.com
Tags: acid reflux, allergy, allergy testing, allergy trigger, allium cepa, anaphalaxis, antibiotics, asthma, Atkins Center, bio flavanoids, candida, corn, dermatitis, Dr Carl O Helvie, Dr Fred Pescatore, Dr Lauren Feder, dust mites, food, food sensitivity, genetically modified food, gluton free, GMO, hives, immune system, inflammation, international authority, MacNut Oil, mold, natural solutions, nutrition, Nutritional Supplements, organic food, pasteurized milk, perilla leaf, probiotics, pycnogenol, ragweed, rash, raw milk, red onion, runny nose, scratchy throat, soy, stinging nettle, symptoms, Thin for Good, vaccinations, watery eyes, yeast infection
Posted in Podcast, asthma, seasonal allergies | 7 Comments »
Sunday, June 13th, 2010



Yesterday, Dr Carl O Helvie, Host of the Holistic Health Show interviewed Dr Elizabeth Lombardo (left) , Dr Sigmund Mille (center), and Gary Sandman (right) on natural ways to deal with back pain. Elizabeth has a masters in physical therapy and a doctorate in psychology and combines these areas in practice. She has been interviewed for T.V., radio and magazines. More information was presented earlier on this site or can be found at: www.controlstressforgood.com
Sigmund is a chiropractor who has practiced in Florida and
California. He is now the executive director of the Association of New Jersey Chiropractors. More information was presented earlier on this blog or can be found at www.njchiropractors.com
Gary Sandman has suffered back problems as a result of 3 automobile accidents and now is the CEO Founder, Individualized Health Solutions, llc/Signature Supplements. More information appeared earlier on this site or can be found at www.signaturesupplements.com
The Interview Follows. Enjoy.
Tags: a happy you, acupuncture, auto accident, back pain, body mechanics, chiropractic, clinical psychologist, Dr Carl O Helvie, Dr Elizabeth R Lombardo, Dr Sigmund Miller, exercise, extension, flexion, Gary Sandman, homeopathic, inactivity, lifestyle, lubricate joints, mind reading, mind-body communications, muscle atrophy, N.J. Chiropractors, nutrition, physical therapy, range of motion, self-talk, spinal adjustment, stress, supplements, wellness
Posted in Podcast, back and neck pain, body alignment, chiropractor, exercise, homeopathic | No Comments »
Friday, April 30th, 2010

Researchers from Mayo Clinic reported at the 101st Annual Meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research that people who have a higher intake of vitamin K in their diet have a lower risk of developing Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma. The study enrolled 603 newly diagnosed Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma patients and 1007 matched cancer-free “controls.” They completed a food questionnaire about their usual intake of 120 food items two years prior to their cancer diagnosis (subjects) or at the time of their enrollment into the program (controls). They were also asked about supplements used and vitamin K was estimated from this data. Based upon the data, the risk of developing Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma was about 45% lower for participants who had vitamin K intakes in the top quartile (>108 ug/day) compared to subjects whose intake was in the bottom quartile (<39 ug/day). This association was consistent when accounting for age, gender, education, obesity, smoking history, alcohol use and intake of foods with high amounts of antioxidants.
Although the association between dietary intake of vitamin K and development of Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma was shown, the use of vitamin K supplements showed that increasing intake of vitamin K from supplements did protect against this type of cancer but there was a point beyond which there was no reduction in risk. They suggested that taking high does of supplements are unlikely to be helpful and that the protective effect observed may be due to vitamin K or to some other dietary or lifestyle factors beyond the scope of this study. However, these data add to the literature that supports a diet with lots of green leafy vegetables that prevent many cancers and other diseases.
Tags: Mayo Clinic, non-hodgkins lymphoma, nutrition, research, vitamin K
Posted in Cancer, nutrition, research | 2 Comments »
Friday, April 2nd, 2010

Results of a study published in Cancer Prevention Research concluded that a high dietary intake of phosphate promotes tumor formation in an animal model of skin cancer.
Researchers applied a carcinogen found in cigarette smoke (dimethylbenzanthracene) to the skin of mice and then applied another chemical that stimulates cell growth. Mice were then fed a high phosphate diet (1.2% by weight) or a low phosphate diet
(0.2 percent). Those fed a high phosphate diet had 50 percent more skin papilla (initial stage of skin cancer development) compared to those on a low phosphate diet.
Although phosphate is a very important nutrient its intake has
increase dramatically over the past 30 years according public health researchers who say it has been added as an additive in processed foods such as meats, baked goods and soft drinks.
The researchers estimated a human dietary equivalent to the high phosphate diet of the mice would be 1,800 milligrams daily and that is a level many humans match or exceed. The human equivalent of a low phosphate diet would be 500 milligrams.
In 2006 the Department of Agriculture said the average phosphate intake of American male and females over two years of age was 1,334mg and the recommended daily allowance was 1,250 for pre-teens and teenagers and 700mg for adults.
The authors said that a low phosphate diet may help prevent cancer based upon these results obtained with a mouse model.
Tags: nutrition, phosphate, research, skin cancer
Posted in Cancer, melanoma, nutrition, research | No Comments »
Friday, February 19th, 2010

A new study reported online January 12, 2010 in Cancer Research concluded that leafy green vegetables, folate, and some multivitamins may serve as a protective factor against lung cancer in current and former smokers. This first step in understanding a complex association was funded by the National Cancer Institute.
Researchers studied more than 1,100 current and former smokers who submitted sputum specimens and completed questionaires about their dietary intake. Most of the sample (75%) were women. Sputum samples were examined for the methylation status of eight genes that are linked to the increased risk of lung cancer in previous studies. Gene Methylation is believed to be a major mechanism for lung cancer development and progression and also a potential marker for the early detection of lung cancer.
The researchers investigated the association between 21 dietary variables and methylation and found that higher intakes of leafy vegetables and folate were significantly associated with a reduced probability of high methylation. Additional research is needed to validate these findings.
Tags: folate, green leafy vegetables, lung cancer, methylation, nutrition, research, smokers
Posted in lung cancer, nutrition, research | No Comments »
Sunday, February 7th, 2010


Dr Jacob Teitelbaum (left) and Dr David Russell were interviewed by Dr Carl O. Helvie on the Holistic Health Show last night. Dr Teitelbaum, a Board Certified Internist and Medical Director of a National Chain of Fibromyalgia and Fatigue Centers (www.fibroandfatigue.com)suffered from and overcome these diseases. He is senior author of landmark studies in these areas and author of the best seller From Fatigue to Fantasy and also author of additional books mentioned earlier on this website. More information is available on www.Vitality101.com
My second guest, Dr Davids Russell, holds a doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine and is competing another Doctorate of Divinity and is the Founder and Director of the non-profit organization Caritas Traditionalis whose goal is to create a self-sustainable medical presence in economically depressed communities. He has studied classical medicine around the world including Europe, Nepal and the Middle East. More information can be found on an earlier blog here.
Their interviews follow. I hope they are informative for you.
Tags: acupuncture, antiinflammatory, arthritis, ayurveda, black pepper, cherry, chinese medicine, chondroitin, classical medicine, curcumin, detoxing, Dr Carl O Helvie, Dr David Russell, Dr Jacob Teitelbaum, endpain, energy, exercise, fibromyalgia, fish oil, food additives, ginger, glucosamine, heat, herbs, homeopathic, infection, movement, muscle ache, NAET, natural solutions, naturopathic, nutrition, sauna, Shine protocol, sleep, stretching, sugar elimination, toxins, willow bark
Posted in Podcast, Vitamin and Minerals, arthritis, complementary, exercise, herbs, homeopathic, naturopathic medicine, nutrition, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis | 2 Comments »