Health reference books recommended by Katherine Poehlmann, PhD
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The Road Back: Rheumatoid Arthritis – Its Cause and Its Treatment by Thomas McPherson Brown, M.D. and Henry Scammell. Hardback, published by M. Evans and Company, 1988. Book-Finder
Describes
Dr. Brown’s scientifically proven low-dose, long-term antibiotic protocol for
treating a variety of rheumatic conditions, including rheumatoid arthritis.
Includes many case studies.
The New Arthritis Breakthrough: The Only Medical Therapy Clinically Proven to Produce Long-term Improvement & Remission by Henry Scammell. Hardback, published by M. Evans and Company, 1998. Book-Finder
An
updated version of The Road Back (included in its entirety), with
new case studies and accounts of large scientific studies substantiating Dr.
Brown’s research and the antibiotic protocol. The treatment applies to RA,
Lupus, Juvenile RA, Fibromyalgia, Scleroderma, Spondyloarthropathy, and other
forms of arthritis. Henry Scammell headed the non-profit Road Back Foundation,
which informs and educates regarding Dr. Brown’s work. See www.roadback.org.
Why Arthritis? Searching for the Cause and the Cure of Rheumatoid Disease by Harold W. Clark, Ph.D. Paperback published by Axelrod of Tampa Bay, FL, 1997. Book-Finder
A
disturbing and detailed account of the politicization of arthritis research.
Dr. Clark, an eminent microbiologist, was Dr. Thomas McPherson Brown’s lab
manager for thirty years.
Rheumatoid Arthritis: The Infection Connection – Targeting and Treating the Cause of Chronic Illness by Katherine Poehlmann, Ph.D. Paperback published by Satori Press, 2002. Third printing in February 2003. Foreword by Dr. Harold W. Clark. Book-Finder
A comprehensive description of the infection process,
how the immune system works, diagnostic tests for infection, and Dr. Brown’s
effective protocol. Includes suggestions for improving the immune system through
diet, exercise, and vitamins/supplements to wean away from antibiotics after
healthy balance is achieved. Tables of the best, most credible Internet sites
to research autoimmune disorders, discover naturopathic ways to regain/maintain
health, and also to find labs, support groups, practitioners.
The
Virus Within: How Medical Detectives are Tracking a Terrifying Virus that Hides
Inside Almost All of Us by Nicholas Regush. Paperback published by
Dutton, 2000. Book-Finder
Human herpes virus 6 (HHV-6) targets multiple cell types in the body, including T4 and T8 cells to partly disable the immune system. It should be well known now that FMS/CFIDS is related to active antibodies to both mycoplasmas and latent viruses: Human herpes viruses, (HHVs), include HHV-1&2 (lesions), CMV, EBV, HHV-6 (MS), HHV-7&8, Zoster. HHV-6 is associated with Alzheimer’s (22%), Parkinson’s, ALS, Huntington’s, etc. HHV-6 is ubiquitous; by age 45 over 95% show signs of infection. Gancyclovir may suppress it. Ascorbate at very high levels may control/reduce its damage. Flesh eating bacteria (over 12 deaths in Canada) have been associated with a co-infection of Strep-A S. pyroggenes (scarlet fever) and HHV-6. The combined lyseing enzymes of the HHVs and the bacterial hyaluronidase (aka penetrating factor)of Strep-A (or of S. pneumonia, etc) increase the virulence of each other. This book surveys the research concerning the slow virus action of HHV-6 on brain and immune system as of about 1999. Much more data is now available on the web, confirming HHV-6 as a significant causal factor of many chronic illnesses.
Handbook of Antimicrobial
Therapy published by The Medical
Letter on Drugs and Therapeutics, New Rochelle, NY. 214 pages. ISBN 0097190930 Book-Finder
A concise, authoritative, and very comprehensive
compendium of clinically recognized infectious microorganisms and drugs used to
combat them. Includes fairly concise discussions of most serious adverse
effects. This nonprofit organization provides a $76/year subscription to a wide
range of published and online drug therapeutic related information. Half price
for medical students and resident medical professionals. Some papers of general
public interest are available for download, free for registered users.
The Yeast Syndrome -- How to help
your doctor identify and treat the real cause of your yeast-related illness by John Trowbridge, M.D. and Morton Walker, D.P.M. Paperback
published by Bantam Books, 1986.
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A comprehensive treatment of the intracellular
invader, Candida albicans, which is often a significant co-factor in
asthma, persistent coughs, heartburn, esophageal lesions, gastrointestinal
problems, leaky gut syndrome, food allergies, earaches, chronic fatigue, “brain
fog”, numbness, poor memory, muscle weakness, back pain, premenstrual syndrome,
skin irritations, acne, vaginitis, etc. Many of these effects aggravate
bacteria-caused rheumatic illnesses. Antibiotics used in treating bacterial
infections also kill helpful bacteria that control Candida in the gut,
leading to uncontrolled yeast growth.
The
Yeast Connection and the Woman by William
Crook, M.D. Published by Professional
Books Inc, Jackson, TN 1995. 732 pages.
ISBN 0933478224. Book-Finder
Not for women
only! Polymicrobial infections include yeast/fungal microbial intracellular forms. Conditions where an anti-fungal diet and
medicines provide relief of symptoms include: endometriosis, cystitis,
irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), leaky gut syndrome, multiple food allergies,
Crohn’s disease, fatigue, numbness, peripheral neuropathy, brain fog, muscle
pain, ear problems, headache, psoriasis, ADHD, FMS, myasthenia gravis,
depression, asthma, autism, PMS, vaginitis, sexual dysfunction, multiple
sclerosis, gastrointestinal cancer, etc. This is a compendium of case histories
and reports of successful diet and treatment strategies from a large number of
medical professionals. Written for the average reader. Worthy of note:
myasthenia gravis, which is assumed to have no known cure, responds positively
to Nystatin, an anti-fungal medication used to treat Candida infections.
The Persecution and Trial of Gaston
Naessens by Christopher Bird. Published by H
J Kramer Inc, Tiburon, CA, 1991. 318 pages.
ISBN 0915811308. Book-Finder
"Gaston Naessens is surely one of the greatest scientists of the twentieth century. He deserves not one but several Nobel prizes for his lifework." - Robert Atkins, M.D.
This book describes a fascinating part of medical
research history where the medical establishment, in league with the Canadian
government, attempted to imprison the researcher, Gaston Naessens, developer of
an improved microscope. He cataloged the life cycles of the shapes he saw,
linked them to diseases, proved that certain of the forms correlated with
cancer, and also developed a tumor-tropic, chemical, lymph node treatment he called “714-X” to kill pleomorphic (shape
changing), intracellular, yeast-like,
“mycobacterial” [Mycoplasma] forms. One review states: “714-X, a
[patented, camphor-nitrogen] compound that has restored the perfect health of
750 out of 1,000 cancer victims ….” A huge body
of recent research from many worldwide sources has confirmed the existence of
chronic polymicrobial parasitic infections and of intracellular invaders that
take over the host’s cells and initiate the generation of toxins, dissolving
enzymes, certain vitamins, and other bioactive molecules. Living in colonies
within our cells, these invaders upset our molecular and immune system balance,
causing a multiplicity of chronic disease symptoms. Definitely not the
consensus medical view, but many of his research findings are now actively
being re-mapped without reference to his taxonomy and nomenclature, and sadly,
without attribution or acknowledgment of his significant contributions to
science.
Body, Mind and Sugar by
E. M. Abrahamson, M.D.
1951, 1972, 1977, 1983 Holt/Pyramid/Avon 240 pages. Book-Finder
An authoritative description of how sugar is used in
the body and how it can contribute to allergies. Conditions of too much sugar (Hyperglycemia)
and too little (Hypoglycemia) are the effects of the body’s ability (or
failure) to regulate the sugar level in the foods we consume. This book
describes diet alternatives that assist in controlling sugar level swings
affecting mood, alertness, brain function, and immune system performance. This
work contains case studies and descriptions of the diabetic states. Sugar and
alcohol metabolism (alcoholism) are related. This is one of the best books on
the subject area written for the layman.
Hypoglycemia: The Disease Your
Doctor Won’t Treat by Jeraldine Saunders and Harvey
Ross, M.D. 1980-83
Pinnacle Books, 261 Pages. Book-Finder
A very useful, concise, self-help guide for the use of
diet in normalizing sugar levels in the blood. Hyperglycemia can disable the
immune system and promote Candida growth leading to food allergies,
peripheral neuropathy, numbness, toxin production in the gut and susceptibility
to fungal and bacterial infections. Hyperglycemia promotes the production of
excess bad cholesterol. Hypoglycemia leads to eating disorders, alcohol
craving, allergies, asthma, and brain shutdown. The book lists foods to avoid
and foods to eat. It also contains recipes helpful in controlling refined sugar
and carbohydrates.
Folk Medicine by D. C. Jarvis M.D. Crest Books, 1958, 192 pages. Book-Finder
A classic. A
new England doctor finds that apple cider vinegar, honey, kelp and other
nutritional changes leads to improved bacterial resistance in cattle and
humans. PH is the measure of whether a
solution is an acid or gives a basic reaction.
The microbes that live inside us are sensitive to PH and the viruses and
microphages that live inside the bacteria are more successful if the PH is
within a certain range. Changing the
blood/urine/saliva PH to more acid or more basic than normal can alter the
ecology of our microbial inhabitants.
Jarvis shows that sometimes cider vinegar and its antibiotic properties
can sterilize the gut and restore health and or avoid food poisoning. Studies recently have shown that eating
foods that make us more basic can also improve our health. E.g., a persistent
bladder infection can be stopped by eating onions pickled in vinegar. Medical
lore from 50+ years ago is useful today as our conventional antibiotics fail to
work. Cider and wine vinegars appear to contain powerful antibiotics that are
not exploited by the drug industry. Chewing on honeycomb will relieve asthma
attacks.
Preventing and Reversing
Osteoporosis: What you Can Do About Bone Loss
by Alan R Gaby, M.D. Prima
Publishing, 1994, 304 pages, Index. Book-Finder
Dr. Gaby has compiled a well written, comprehensive
guide to osteoporosis, nutrition, critical hormones, vitamins, minerals, trace
elements, environmental and dietary poisons, allergies, adverse chemical
interactions, complicating infections, maladies, hormonal imbalances, … The
book is patient oriented and the discussions are on point, usable and
understandable. Recommended as a
patient reference and for support group libraries.
Dr. Atkins’ Vita-Nutrient Solution:
Nature’s Answer to Drugs by Robert Atkins, M.D. Simon and
Schuster, 1998, 1999, 407 pages. Book-Finder
Dr. Atkins has compiled a guide to nutrition for the
person who is ill. This authoritative
and insightful compendium of vitamins, minerals, herbs, amino acids, and their
restorative powers tells how they help the patient with serious medical
conditions. Cancer, diabetes, MS, heart disease, arthritis, autism, vision
problems, dental problems, skin conditions, CFS, fibromyalgia, autoimmune
diseases, allergies, osteoporosis, scleroderma, urinary tract infections,
pulmonary conditions, intestinal problems, men’s and women’s health, etc. Dr. Poehlmann has recently been reading this
book carefully and it is highly recommended. We plan to compile a better
index to this wonderful book and publish it on our website.
Dr. Atkins’ Nutrition Breakthrough:
How to Treat Your Medical Condition Without Drugs by
Robert Atkins, M.D. Bantam Books, 1982-86, 380 pages. Book-Finder
Dr. Atkins was a cardiologist who embraced “natural,”
complementary medicine, dietary modification, and nutrition to treat molecular
imbalances that cause poor resistance to microbial colonization. His low sugar/low carbohydrate diet,
supplemented with appropriate vitamins is an effective way to control
hyper/hypo-glycemia, bad cholesterol, yeast/fungal infections, and many specific
chronic illnesses. His diet is based on the idea that all calories are not the
same among fats, carbohydrates, and proteins. Each molecule has its own
utilization effectiveness number that indicates how well its calories are used
or not used as fuel or converted to body fat. Our personal experience with his
diet (see Dr. Atkins New Diet Revolution)
has confirmed several of his important claims. We found that a reduction in
refined sugar and carbohydrates led to near elimination of yeast/fungal related
hyperglycemic symptoms, including neuropathy, and also led to increased
resistance to other infections.
Cellular Health Series: Cancer by Matthias Rath, MD, MR Publishing 80 pages with
illustrated supplemental insert: The Victory Over Cancer is at Hand. Book-Finder
A concise, illustrated presentation of the concept
that microbes invade the host’s leukocytes (macrophages) and/or other (liver,
tissue, etc. cells), take over intracellular gene-driven enzyme production, and
produce an imbalance of destructive, inflammation-producing enzymes. The insert describes an in vitro
demonstration that a combination of L-lysine, L-proline, Vitamin C and
Epigallocatechin Gallate (EGCG, derived from tea or green tea extract) stops
the destruction of tissue membranes from viral-infected cancer cells. L-lysine
is known to facilitate healing of Herpes-caused lesions. Vitamin C also
facilitates healing, and disables viral and bacterial spreading-factor enzymes.
Let’s Eat Right to Keep Fit by Adelle Davis, MS in Biochemistry, Harcourt/Signet 1970,
334 Pages. Book-Finder
One of the best comprehensive reference books on
nutrition and vitamin lore ever written for the layman and practicing
nutritionist. Originally published in 1954, and updated in 1970. Especially
complete treatment on vitamins, foods containing them, their dosages and
interactions. She brings ideas about nutrition from all the cultures of the
world. Covers both normal and therapeutic nutrition. Tables of food
composition. Excellent index.
Vitamin C the Common Cold and the
Flu by Linus Pauling, Nobel Prize in
Chemistry 1976, Freeman, 230 Pages. Book-Finder
A classic collection of information about how the body
benefits from ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) when various diseases and infections
are present. Higher levels of Vitamin C (2-10 grams) are well tolerated and
necessary to fight microbial and viral spreading-factor enzymes.
The Vitamin C Connection: Getting
Well with Vitamin C by Cheraskin, Ringsdorf, and Sisley,
Harper & Row, 1983, 291 pages. Book-Finder
An update on Linus Pauling’s work, confirming his
thesis and providing scientific research that connects Vitamin C to the
prevention and treatment of colds, cancer, glaucoma, periodontal disease, pain,
fatigue, allergy, rashes, susceptibility to heat and cold, vulnerability to
stress, etc. Vitamin C can shrink tumors and speed wound healing rates, especially
bone healing. It neutralizes the hyaluronate lyase spreading factor of viruses
and bacteria, especially Mycoplasma, which contribute to arthritic joint
inflammation and cartilage erosion.
Dr. Earl Mindell’s Live Longer &
Feel Better With Vitamins & Minerals by Earl Mindell, R.Ph., Ph.D. Keats Publishing, Inc.
1978, 1982, rev. 1994; mass market paperback; 119 pages. Book-Finder
A concise guide to vitamins, minerals, and amino acids
with an emphasis on explaining antioxidants. Section on natural food
supplements—acidophilus/yogurt, alfalfa, bee pollen, bran, chlorophyll, garlic,
kelp, lecithin, liver, papaya. Very short list of maladies—prostate cancer,
breast cancer, colon cancer, constipation, stress, high cholesterol, insomnia.
Contains a list of drugs that deplete various vitamins and minerals. Excellent
books by the same author: Earl Mindell’s Vitamin Bible, Herb Bible, and Food
as Medicine.
Dr. Mandell’s Allergy-Free Cookbook by Fran Gare Mandell, M.S. and Dr.
Mandell’s 5-Day Allergy Relief System by Dr. Marshall Mandell and Lynne
Waller Scanlon. Published by Pocket
Books, 1979 – 1980s. Book-Finder
Two examples of several mass-market paperbacks on the
topic of allergy relief, based on thirty years of Dr. Mandell’s experience with
patients suffering from symptoms of food allergies.
The Egoscue Method of Health through Motion by Pete Egoscue, with Roger Gittines. Hardback published by Harper Collins, 1992. Paperback by Quill, 2001. Book-Finder
Self-diagnosis for posture, walking, standing,
sitting. Illustrations show functional relationships of bones, muscles, joints,
and nerves. Egoscue’s clinic is in San Diego, CA but many practitioners are
trained in the method both nationally and internationally.
The Arthritis Exercise Book by Gwen Ellert, R.N., B.S.N. Spiral bound, published by Contemporary Books, 1985 and 1990. Book-Finder
Profusely illustrated, easy stretching exercises for
those with painful joints. Great for disabled people who wish to exercise but
whose mobility is limited.
Stretching by Bob Anderson, illustrated by Jean
Anderson. Shelter Publications, Bolinas, CA, Many paperback editions,
1975-1980. Book-Finder
Superb
guide to achieving flexibility, improving circulation, attaining full body fitness,
preparing for specific sports, warm up/cool down exercises. Detailed
illustrations show right and wrong way to stretch, thus lessening risk of
injury. Highly recommended!
The Multifidus Back Pain Solution:
Simple Exercises That Target the Muscles That Count by Jim Johnson, P.T. Paperback
published by New Harbinger, 2002. Book-Finder
Step-by-step easy instructions for gentle but
effective back exercises, well illustrated.
The Y’s Way to a Healthy Back by Alexander Melleby, National Director of the YMCA’s
Healthy Back Program. Trade Paper, New Century, 1982 , 171 pages. Book-Finder
Six week program of gentle back and hip exercises for
gradual back recovery, well illustrated.
50 Ways to Ease Back Pain by Billy Glisan, M.S. Hardback from Publications International, 1994. Book-Finder
Well illustrated, comprehensive instruction for dealing with chronic back pain. Emphasizes correct posture, ways of lifting, performing daily activities that can gradually lead to later back problems.
Alexander Technique: A Practical Programme for Health, Poise, and Fitness by Glynn Macdonald. Hardback published by Time-Life Books, Alexandria, VA, 1998. Book-Finder
Detailed treatment of breathing, posture, movement while performing daily activities at work and at home. Emphasis on establishing good habits by conscious observation of the body in action to prevent bone and joint misalignment. Exercises are well illustrated.
Wear and Tear: Stop the Pain and Put the Spring Back in Your Body by Dr. Bob Arnot. Hardback published by Simon & Schuster, 2003. Book-Finder
Excellent comprehensive self-help guidebook for dealing with osteoarthritis and other degenerative conditions. Specific, practical suggestions for lifestyle changes, products (shoes, exercise equipment, vitamins, supplements), diet, painkilling drugs, and exercises. Seeks to explain the causes of pain so that the reader can take corrective steps.
Time magazine (February
23, 2004) article “The
Fires Within” by Christine Gorman and Alice Park.
Remarkably naïve, reports that for rheumatoid arthritis, “Something – possibly a viral infection – provokes macrophages and neutrophils to attack the joints.” This is hardly a breaking news story, after 60 years of solid scientific evidence by Dr. Brown and his colleagues on the relationship between infection and rheumatic illness. Illustrates how slow the medical establishment is to accept effective solutions to health problems.
Healing Back Pain
Naturally: The Mind-Body Program Proven to Work by Dr. Art Brownstein. Hardback published by Harbor
Press, Gig Harbor, WA, 1999. Book-Finder
This book covers all the bases: exercise, diet, nutrition, meditation, guided imagery. Dr. Brownstein candidly admits how he took his back for granted over the years, only to find himself nearly incapacitated by pain in middle age. He describes benign ways to restore the back to proper alignment and deal with pain without drugs. Yoga-based exercises are easy, even for the elderly.
The Potbelly Syndrome:
How Common Germs Cause Obesity, Diabetes, and Heart Disease byRussell Farris and Per Marin, M.D., Ph.D. Paperback
published by Basic Health, Laguna Beach, CA, 2006. Book-Finder
This information-packed book explains the many effects of a naturally occurring stress hormone called cortisol. Corticosteroid medications used to treat inflammations and autoimmune diseases introduce more cortisol into the bloodstream, resulting in increased appetite and weight gain. These drugs also lead to various forms of serious heart disease and high blood pressure because they tip the healthy cortisol balance. Thyroid deficiencies may be blamed for health problems that are really the result of excess cortisol. Chronic infections can also stimulate the production of cortisol to levels high enough to cause insulin resistance, obesity, high blood pressure, and diabetes – four conditions associated with the “potbelly syndrome”.
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