Allegheny Chiropractic Health Center
Allegheny Chiropractic Health Center
Where your care is our concern
Dr. Guy Galluzzo RPh, DC, CME, ESCS, CSIS, CCSMS, CCN
724-438-3575
Dr. Galluzzo is a Chiropractor and a Pharmacist, Certified in Nutrition and Chiropractic Sports Medicine, and a Specialist in Sports Injury and Exercise Strength & Conditioning :
Certified Chiropractic Nutritionist - C.C.N.
Certified Chiropractic Sports Medicine Specialist - C.C.S.M.S.
Chiropractic Sports Injury Specialist - C.S.I.S.
Exercise Strength and Conditioning Specialist - E.S.C.S.
Doctor of Chiropractic - D.C.
Registered Pharmacist - R.Ph.
Supplements
Insomnia through
Osteoarthritis and Joint Pain
Insomnia
*Melatonin 3mg Lozenges (P)(120 Lozenges) $11 - Melatonin helps regulate your circadian rhythms and can help you fall asleep. Cautions / Interactions: Pregnant/lactating women and women trying to conceive should take this product only under the supervision of a physician. Melatonin can interact with a number of pharmaceutical medications. If you are currently taking any pharmaceutical medications, consult your physician before using this product. Melatonin may interact with some nutritional and herbal supplements, such as St. John‘s Wort and 5-HTP.
*5-HTP 200 (P)(60 vcaps) $36 - 5-HTP gets transformed into serotonin, a neurotransmitter in the brain that helps initiate sleep and reduces the time it takes to fall asleep; it may also help improve the amount of time spent in REM sleep. It easily crosses the blood-brain barrier and is rapidly converted to serotonin. Cautions / Interactions: 5-HTP should be used with caution in combination with any serotonergic drug or herb, including antidepressants and St. John‘s Wort. If you take any of these medications, consult your healthcare practitioner prior to using this product. Individuals with a history of cardiac conditions, use only under the direction of your healthcare practitioner. Not recommended for pregnant or lactating women.
*L-Theanine 200mg (P)(60 vcaps) $26 - L-theanine can reduce stress because it increases multiple compounds in the brain, such as GABA, serotonin, and dopamine, all of which promote relaxation. As a result, it can improve sleep, especially if stress is keeping you awake. Cautions / Interactions: L-Theanine may interact with chemotherapy agents, psychoactive drugs, and antihypertensive medications. If you are taking any of these medications, consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product.
Insulin Resistance
(The most common cause of Type II Diabetes)
(The most common cause of Hypertension)
Many whole foods (and some supplements) supply needed
vitamins & minerals that may also improve Insulin Sensitivity.
*ChromeMate 200mcg (P)(90 caps) $9 - Chromium is very important for proper sugar metabolism, and therefore may improve insulin sensitivity. Cautions / Interactions: Animal studies suggest that antacids, particularly those containing calcium carbonate, may reduce the body‘s ability to absorb chromium.Chromium supplements may interact with certain diabetes medications such as insulin, metformin, and sulfonylureas. Carefully monitor blood sugar levels if you are concurrently taking chromium with these medications. Medical supervision in these cases is advised. Corticosteroids may increase the need for chromium.
*ProtoSorb C 500 (P)(100 vcaps) $22 - Antioxidants are important in helping to reduce and balance blood sugar, and therefore may improve insulin sensitivity. Cautions / Interactions: Doses of >2000 mg of Vitamin C per day may cause GI disturbances in sensitive individuals and may not be advisable for some people. Vitamin C may interact with oral estrogen medications, HMG CoA inhibitors, and blood thinning medications. Consult your healthcare practitioner if you take any prescription medications before exceeding the recommended dosage for this product.
*Biotin 5mg (P)(90 vcaps) $18 - Biotin enhances insulin sensitivity.
Cautions / Interactions: Long-term anticonvulsant (anti-seizure) and antibiotic therapies may increase the need for biotin. Large doses of the nutrient pantothenic acid have the potential to compete with biotin for intestinal and cellular uptake due to their similar structures. Very high (pharmacologic) doses of lipoic acid have been found to decrease the activity of biotin-dependent carboxylases in rats, but such an effect has not been demonstrated in humans.
*Magnesium citrate 400mg (P)(100 tabs) $14 - Magnesium helps with glucose metabolism and is often deficient in diabetics. Cautions / Interactions: Large doses of oral magnesium may have a laxative effect. Magnesium can interact with some antibiotics, diuretics, bisphosphonates,and muscle relaxants. In addition, many medications can affect magnesium absorption and excretion. If you are taking prescription medications, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
Improves Insulin Sensitivity
*Psyllium Husk 500mg Capsules (NW)(500 ct) $25.99 - (Soluble Fiber)- Soluble fibers attract water and form a gel, which slows digestion. Soluble fiber delays the emptying of your stomach and makes you feel full, which helps control weight. Slower stomach emptying may reduce blood sugar spikes, lower blood sugar levels and have a beneficial effect on insulin sensitivity, which may help control diabetes. Soluble fiber can also help lower LDL ("bad") blood cholesterol by interfering with the absorption of dietary cholesterol. Note: Getting 20-30 Gms of fiber (10-15 Gms of soluble and 10-15 Gms of insoluble) per day from diet and supplements (recommending not more than half from supplements) could improve both heart and colon health. Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
*CardiOmega (NA)(120 caps) $47 - Fish oil improves insulin sensitivity, lowers cholesterol, and reduces inflammation. Cautions / Interactions: Omega-3 fatty acids may interact with aspirin or warfarin. In addition, Omega-3 fatty may interact with cholesterol lowering statin medications and antihypertensives.
*Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) 250mg (P)(90 vcaps) $30 -
OR *Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) Plus 600mg (P)(60 vcaps) $36 - Alpha-lipoic acid is a powerful antioxidant that can reduce blood sugar significantly and improves insulin sensitivity. It also can be effective for diabetic nerve damage or neuropathy. Just be warned: It can cause a harmless malodorous urine smell and increase the risk of rash and itching, and it can also increase insulin levels and drastically drop blood sugar levels in very rare cases. Cautions / Interactions: Blood hormone levels and thyroid function tests should be monitored closely in people taking thyroid hormones who are also taking alpha-lipoic acid. Also, because it may affect insulin sensitivity, blood glucose levels should be monitored closely when alpha-lipoic acid supplementation is added to diabetes treatment regimens. In addition, alpha-lipoic acid supplementation may increase the requirement for biotin in humans. Alpha-lipoic acid may affect the body‘s metabolism of certain medications, including Cisplatin and Cyclophosphamide.
*Garlic 5000 (P)(90 tabs) $20 - Garlic improves insulin sensitivity and associated metabolic syndromes. Garlic 5000 is standardized to yield allicin precursors, which convert to allicin when ingested. It is enteric coated so that this conversion occurs in the upper intestine for optimal absorption, as well as to contain the release of garlic’s pungent odor. Cautions / Interactions: No interactions or contraindications are known with this product at the suggested level of intake. Do not use this product if you have a known allergy/hypersensitivity to garlic, any of its constituents, or to other members of the Liliaceae (lily) family, including hyacinth, tulip, onion, leek, and chives. Garlic may interact with blood thinning medications, isoniazid, protease inhibitors, and anti-retroviral drugs. If you are taking any of these medications, or any other prescription medication, consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product.
*Panax ginseng (NW)(250 caps) $31.99 - Studies show that Panax ginseng (aka. Korean red ginseng) not only lowers blood glucose levels but it also lowers insulin levels, free fatty acid levels, triglyceride levels and improves insulin resistance. Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
*Ginkgo Biloba 120 mg (P)(100 vcaps) $20 - Ginkgo biloba is believed to increases insulin production primarily by increasing insulin sensitivity. Cautions / Interactions: Although Ginkgo is generally well tolerated in the suggested usage range, there are rare reports of headache, dizziness, stomach upset, nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, muscle weakness, loss of muscle tone, restlessness, heart racing, rash, ocular events, and irritation around the mouth with the use of Ginkgo. The herb may affect blood pressure and bleeding time. If you are pregnant or lactating, if you use of coumadin or other anticoagulants including NSAIDs, anticonvulsants, or antidepressants, or if you are planning to have surgery, consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product.
Other beneficial Supplements
*Glucose Balance (P)(90 vcaps) $20 Contains; Banaba, Gymnema Sylvestre, Vandium - All of which may improve insulin sensitivity. Glucose Balance™ contains GlucoFit®, a dietary ingredient extracted from the herb Banaba (Lagerstroemia speciosa). GlucoFit®‘s active component, corosolic acid, has shown in scientific studies to support healthy glucose levels already within the normal range. Glucose Balance™ also contains Chromemate®, a biologically active niacin-bound chromium that dramatically increases the effectiveness of chromium in the body and has been clinically shown to support healthy glucose metabolism.* Other nutrients that are well known for their role in glucose metabolism such as Magnesium, Thiamin, Pantothenic Acid, and Biotin, as well as the herb Gymnema sylvestre, have also been included in this formula for their synergistic effects. Cautions / Interactions: Some ingredients in this product may interact with anti-diabetic medications. In addition, Chromium may affect the absorption of thyroid medications. If you are taking any of these medications, consult your healthcare practitioner.
*Fenugreek 500 mg (NW)(100 caps) $7.99 - Helps to regulate blood sugar balance, and therefore may improve insulin sensitivity. Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
*Cinnamon Bark 600mg (NW)(120 caps) $12.99, (240 caps) $23.99 - Cinnamon can help blood sugar control, and therefore may improve insulin sensitivity. Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
*Bilberry Complex (NW)(50 caps) $16.99 - Contains anthocyanosides that helps to lower blood glucose levels and promotes the strength of the small blood vessels, which could have protective properties against forms of retinal damage in people with diabetes. Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your health care practitioner before using this product.
*Adrenal Cortisol Support (P)(90 vcaps) $30 (Contains; Banaba & Green Tea) - Adrenal Cortisol Support™ is a botanical and nutritional blend formulated to naturally support a healthy adrenal stress response.* The adrenal glands help the body respond and adjust to physical, mental, and emotional stressors through the production of cortisol and other hormones. When stress becomes a part of everyday life, cortisol and blood sugar, and consequently appetite and body weight, may be difficult to manage. Because this formula (containing Banaba) helps to regulate blood sugar, it may improve insulin sensitivity. Adrenal Cortisol Support™ combines nutritional factors such as Vitamin C, Pantothenic Acid, and Chromium Chelavite® with Relora®, a proprietary herbal combination, to support healthy adrenal function, normal cortisol levels, relieve stress, and stress-related eating. Cautions / Interactions: Antacids and NSAIDS may affect the absorption of Chromium. In addition, Chromium may interact with insulin and other diabetes medications. If you are pregnant/lactating, are taking medications, or if you have a health condition, consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product.
*Evening Primrose oil 1,300 mg (NW)(60 caps) $20.90- Evening primrose oil helps overcome deficiencies common in diabetics. Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
Glucose Tolerance Factor - is produced by the body (using chromium, B3
and glutathione) and acts as a physiological enhancer of insulin activity,
binding insulin and potentiating its action about three fold.
[ChromeMate (P), Niacinamide (NW), NAC (P)-Glutathione]
*ChromeMate 200mcg (P)(90 caps) $9 - Chromium is very important for proper sugar metabolism. Chromium is also one of the three primary components of the Glucose Tolerance Factor (see above). Cautions / Interactions: Animal studies suggest that antacids, particularly those containing calcium carbonate, may reduce the body‘s ability to absorb chromium.Chromium supplements may interact with certain diabetes medications such as insulin, metformin, and sulfonylureas. Carefully monitor blood sugar levels if you are concurrently taking chromium with these medications. Medical supervision in these cases is advised. Corticosteroids may increase the need for chromium.
*Niacinamide (B3) 500mg (NW)(100 caps) $7.99 - Niacinamideis one of the three primary components of the Glucose Tolerance Factor (see above).
Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
*NAC (N-acetylcysteine) (P)(120 tabs) $30
OR *NAC (N-acetylcysteine)Plus (P)(100 vcaps) $20 - NAC increases production of an antioxidant called glutathione, which protects the liver. Glutathione is also one of the three primary components of the Glucose Tolerance Factor (see above).
Cautions / Interactions: NAC may interact with nitroglycerin. Consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product if you are taking nitroglycerin.
Stress plays a dramatic role in blood sugar imbalances. It triggers insulin resistance, promotes weight gain around the middle, increases inflammation, and ultimately can cause diabetes. So it’s essential to engage in relaxation practices on a regular basis, such as prayer, yoga, meditation, tai chi, breathing exercises, progressive muscle relaxation, exercise, hot baths and massage.
Interstitial Cystitis
(Painful Bladder Syndrome)
*Glucosamine & Chondroitin Extra Strength (P)(120 tabs) $46 - Glucosamine
sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, and hyaluronate sodium help build the GAG layer of the
bladder and reduce pain. Cautions / Interactions: Glucosamine may interact with warfarin and some chemotherapy agents. If you are taking any of these medications, if you have allergies to shellfish, or if you have prostate cancer, consult your medical practitioner before using this product.
*Hyaluronic Acid 100mg w co-factors (P)(60 vcaps) $30 - Glucosamine
sulfate, chondroitin sulfate, and hyaluronate sodium help build the GAG layer of the
bladder and reduce pain. Cautions / Interactions: There are no known drug interactions.
*Rutin Quercetin 500 (NW)(250 tabs) $75 - Quercetin is an anti-inflammatory
compound and localized mast cell inhibitor, which means it calms or prevents
inflammatory reactions in and around the bladder, reducing pain and improving
urinary symptoms. Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare
practitioner before using this product.
*Aloe Vera gels (P)(100 softgels) $12 - Aloe capsules may help some people with
interstitial cystitis, according to some preliminary research. Cautions / Interactions:
Close monitoring of blood sugar levels is advised for patients receiving medications for controlling diabetes.
Irritable Bowel Syndrome
(often accompanied by celiac disease, lactose intolerance & dyspepsia)
*Peppermint oil G.I. (P)(90 softgels) $15 (Enteric Coated)- Peppermint oil is an
antispasmotic. It reduces contractions of the gastrointestinal tract, resulting in less
cramping and bloating. No supplement has more positive research for all types of IBS
than peppermint oil capsules, but ONLY if they're enteric coated and pH dependent.
Cautions / Interactions: Peppermint is generally regarded as being safe in non-allergic adults when taken in small doses as directed. Do not use during pregnancy or lactation, if sensitive to the mint family, taking prescription drugs or if suffering from gallbladder problems or chronic heartburn except as advised by a qualified healthcare provider.
*Flora-Norm (PB)(90 caps) $33 (Bifidobacterium infantis)- Studies have shown
reduced abdominal pain & discomfort, bloating & distension, straining, feelings of
incomplete evacuation, and bowel movement difficulty. IBS-D types (irritable bowel
syndrome with primarily diarrhea) get the most benefit since they have more pain,
but mixed IBS (alternating constipation and diarrhea) sufferers can get some relief
as well. Note: Do not take probiotic supplements if you have a weakened immume system or are pregnant or nursing.
*Psyllium Husk 700mg Capsules (NW)(180 ct) $16.99
OR *Psyllium Husk Powder (NW)(12 oz) $11.99 (Soluble Fiber) - Fiber
supplements are known as bulking agents because they absorb water into the intestines
and encourage more contractions (peristalsis), which IBS-C type (inflammatory bowel
syndrome with primarily constipation) sufferers need. Psyllium powder has been
shown to improve consistency of stools and lessen abdominal pain within 3 months.
It can also provide numerous heart-healthy benefits, such as normalizing blood
cholesterol & sugars and increasing the amount of healthy bacteria in the intestines.
Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before
using this product.
*Ultimate Fiber (PB)(120 cvaps) $27 (both soluble & insoluble)- Fiber
supplements are known as bulking agents because they absorb water into the intestines
and encourage more contractions (peristalsis), which IBS-C type (inflammatory bowel
syndrome with primarily constipation) sufferers need. It can also provide numerous heart-healthy benefits, such as normalizing blood cholesterol & sugars and increasing the amount of healthy bacteria in the intestines.
Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
Choose foods with both soluble & insoluble fiber
*Melatonin 3mg Lozenges (P)(120 Lozenges) $11 - Melatonin relaxes the intestinal
tract, reducing pain & bloating and increasing or regulating motility, so it's probably
better for IBS-C (IBS with primarily constipation) versus IBS-D (IBS with primarily
diarrhea) types. Cautions / Interactions: Pregnant/lactating women and women trying to conceive should take this product only under the supervision of a physician. Melatonin can interact with a number of pharmaceutical medications. If you are currently taking any pharmaceutical medications, consult your physician before using this product. Melatonin may interact with some nutritional and herbal supplements, such as St. John‘s Wort and 5-HTP
*Artichoke Extract 450mg (NW)(90 vcaps) $16.99 - Artichoke leaf extract can
significantly reduce multiple IBS symptoms, including abdominal pain, cramps,
bloating, flatulence, and constipation, especially for people with mixed-type IBS
(alternating constipation and diarrhea). It appears to favorably impact colon bacteria,
and it may also have antispasmodic effects. Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
Itchy Skin
*CardiOmega (NA)(120 caps) $47
& Borage/GLA (P)(60 softgels) $17 - Studies show that oral supplementation of both omega 3 & omega 6 fatty acids have a modest benefit treating itchy skin. Cautions / Interactions: Omega-3 fatty acids may interact with aspirin or warfarin. In addition, Omega-3 fatty may interact with cholesterol lowering statin medications and antihypertensives. Caution: If you are pregnant/lactating, taking any medications, or planning any medical procedure, please consult your healthcare practitioner before using Borage/GLA. Keep out of reach of children.
Topical Chia seed oil, Topical Colloidal Oatmeal.
Kidney Stones
*Magnesium Oxide Powder (NW)(8 oz) $9.99 - Taking magnesium with or right after meals not only can reduce levels of oxalate absorbed from the gastrointestinal tract (so it doesn't end up in the urine) but also appears to independently discourage the formation of calcium and oxalate in the urine. Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product. High doses (above 600mg daily) can cause a variety of health problems, including arrhythmias, muscle weakness and confusion.
*CardiOmega (NA)(120 caps) $47- According to a Cleveland Clinic study, Omega 3 fatty acids can lower urinary calcium and oxalate by affecting prostaglandin metabolism. Cautions / Interactions: Omega-3 fatty acids may interact with aspirin or warfarin. In addition, Omega-3 fatty may interact with cholesterol lowering statin medications and antihypertensives.
Leptin Resistance (Sensitivity)
Under construction
Leptin-
Low Energy and Chronic Fatigue
*Panax ginseng (NW)(250 caps) $31.99- Studies suggest that panax ginseng reduces fatigue. Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
*CLA Away 750mg (P)(90 softgels) $30 - Guarana has been used as a stimulant for ages because it contains caffeine, but it also has a high saponin and tannin content, which may also contribute to reducing fatigue and improving focus. Cautions / Interactions:
Some studies suggest that CLA supplementation may have idiosyncratic effects on blood sugar levels. Diabetics using this product should closely monitor serum glucose levels. The need of Carnitine may be increased by some anticonvulsivants, some anti-cancer drugs, some anti-HIV drugs, pivalic acid and isotretinoin. Theoretically, Carnitine might increase the anticoagulant effects of some oral anticoagulants and decrease the effectiveness of thyroid hormone replacement.
*D-Ribose Powder (P)(8 oz.) $40- D-Ribose has shown good results in a few preliminary studies (not as good as the ginseng studies, though). Cautions / Interactions:
D-Ribose theoretically may interact with drugs that affect blood sugar levels.
Low Testosterone
*L-citrulline pure powder (NW) (4 oz) $34.99
OR 750mg capsules (NW) (90 vcaps) $27.99
OR 750mg capsules (NW) (180 vcaps) $49.99 - L-citrulline can improve nitric oxide levels and increased NO levels boosts blood flow to the penis. While the main focus of this study was it's impact of erectile dysfunction participants also significantly increased testosterone by 75 to 100 points. Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
*Virility for Men (P)(60 vcaps) $25 - Preliminary data showing it might improve various aspects of male health, including sex drive, testosterone levels and sperm quality.
Cautions / Interactions: If you have a prostate condition, take anti-diabetes medications, or any other medications, consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product. For adults only. Not for pregnant or lactating women. Keep out of reach of children.
[Weight Loss dramatically increases T-levels]
Lupus
*NAC (N-acetylcysteine) (P)(120 tabs)$30 - NAC may reduce protein levels in the urine of people with lupus nephritis. High amounts of protein in the urine is an indicator of disease severity and progression. Cautions / Interactions: NAC may interact with nitroglycerin. Consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product if you are taking nitroglycerin.
*Curcumin 665mg (P)(60 vcaps) $28 - In clinical trails, curcumin shows that it can potentially lower urinary protein in lupus patients with nephritis. Cautions / Interactions: Curcumin consumption may be associated with mild transient GI discomfort. Consult your healthcare practitioner if you are pregnant/nursing, taking blood thinning medications, chemotherapy drugs, or medications that affect liver function. If you have a liver and/or gall bladder condition, consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product.
*CardiOmega (NA)(120 caps) $47 - Omega 3 fatty acids appear to slow disease activity and may reduce heart disease risk factors in lupus patients, according to a 24-week trial in Ireland. Cautions / Interactions: Omega-3 fatty acids may interact with aspirin or warfarin. In addition, Omega-3 fatty may interact with cholesterol lowering statin medications and antihypertensives.
Macular Degeneration
Whole foods high inVitamins, Minerals, Lutein & Zeaxanthin can reduce the risk of
age-related eye disease such as cataracts and macular degeneration.
*Astaxanthin (Antioxidant)(P)(60 Softgels) $40- Astaxanthin is a member of the carotenoid family derived from Non-GMO Haematococcus pluvialis microalgae. Due to its unique chemical structure, Astaxanthin can stabilize cellular and mitochondrial membrane structures and thus protect them against free radical attack originating both inside and outside of the cell. Astaxanthin is an extremely powerful (6,000 x more then vitamin C) antioxidant found in microalgae that has been shown to accumulate in the retina and provide protection.
Memory Loss
*Panax ginseng (NW)(250 caps) $31.99 - The primary active ingredients in ginseng are ginsenosides, some of them have shown an ability in the laboratory to reduce levels of a compound called amyloid beta peptide, which is found in the brains of patients with Alzheimer's. Ginsenosides can also reduce the production of some inflammatory compounds and improve bloodflow. Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
*RememBrain (P)(60 vcaps) $60 (Huperzine A)-Derived from club moss (a well known Chinese herb), huperzine A is used to treat Alzheimer's disease in China and other countries. Researchers believe it works in a variety of ways, including increasing acetylcholine levels in the brain (like some prescription Alzheimer's medications), and improving bloodflow to areas of the brain that impact memory. Cautions / Interactions: This product may cause mild, but transient GI disturbance. The ingredients in this product may interact with scopolamine, acetylcholinesterase inhibitors, cholinergic, and anti-cholinergic medications. Consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product if you are taking any of these medications, or if you have any cardiac or pulmonary conditions. Do not use if you are pregnant or nursing.
Metabolic Syndrome
A cluster of conditions -increased blood pressure, high blood sugar, excess abdominal fat and abnormal cholesterol levels- that occur together, increasing your risk of heart disease, stroke and diabetes.
See Insulin Resistance above
Migraine
(Do Not use these supplements in combonation and allow at least 3 months to see results)
Vitamin B2 for a 3 month period has been shown to cut migraine frequency in half.
*Butterbur 75mg (NW)(60 caps) $25.99 - Taking Butterbur has been shown to reduce the frequency of migraine attacks by about half. Maximus response was achieved after 3 months. Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product. Mild GI upset, especially burping, was the most common side effect reported.
*Magnesium citrate 400mg (P)(100 tabs) $14 - A deficiency of this mineral can trigger migraines. People taking acid reflux medication, those eating a diet high in meat or low in carbohydrates (or both), and women with heavy periods are all at risk for magnesium deficiency. Cautions / Interactions: Large doses of oral magnesium may have a laxative effect. Magnesium can interact with some antibiotics, diuretics, bisphosphonates,and muscle relaxants. In addition, many medications can affect magnesium absorption and excretion. If you are taking prescription medications, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
*CoQ10 100 (Qunol)(120 softgels) $32 - Boosts brain energy metabolism and could cut headache frequency by 50 percent. Cautions / Interactions: CoQ10 may reduce the anticoagulant effect of warfarin. In addition, CoQ10 may increase the effectiveness of certain blood pressure medication, including diltiazem, metoprolol, enalapril, and nitrate. Statin medications have been shown to decrease CoQ10 levels in the body and CoQ10 supplementation may be beneficial when taking these drugs.
*Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) 250mg (P)(90 vcaps) $30
OR*Alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) Plus 600mg (P)(60 vcaps) $36 - In a preliminary clinical trail ALA provided some benefit decreasing headache frequency.
Just be warned: It can cause a harmless malodorous urine smell and increase the risk of rash and itching, and it can also increase insulin levels and drastically drop blood sugar levels in very rare cases. Cautions / Interactions: Blood hormone levels and thyroid function tests should be monitored closely in people taking thyroid hormones who are also taking alpha-lipoic acid. Also, because it may affect insulin sensitivity, blood glucose levels should be monitored closely when alpha-lipoic acid supplementation is added to diabetes treatment regimens. In addition, alpha-lipoic acid supplementation may increase the requirement for biotin in humans. Alpha-lipoic acid may affect the body‘s metabolism of certain medications, including Cisplatin and Cyclophosphamide.
Multiple Sclerosis
*Vitamin D3 with K2 (NA)(60 caps) $18 - Higher Vitamin D levels in individuals with MS have been correlated with less MS activity. Vitamins D3 and K2 work in synergy to promote healthy bone mineralization and blood vessels (helps prevent pathological vessel calcification) . The natural K2 menaquinone-7 form used in Dyna D3 w/K2 is the most bioavailable, longest lasting and bioactive form of vitamin K supplements. Caution: Use D3 without K2 if you take blood thinners such as heparin or Coumadin / warfarin.
*Lipidyne (NA)(90 caps) $30
OR Red yeast rice (P)(90 vcaps) $25
OR *RYR Plus (P)(90 vcaps) $39 - RYR, which is used to lower high cholesterol, may also slow the progression of later-stage MS. Cautions / Interactions: Do not use Red yeast rice if you are pregnant, may become pregnant, or are breast feeding, because using this product may harm the fetus.
RYR Plus Caution: Individuals with liver disease or those currently taking statins or other medications should consult with a health practitioner prior to use.
Narcolepsy
*Acetyl-L-carnitine 500mg (P)(100 vcaps) $30 - Studies suggest that some narcoleptics may have abnormal fatty acid metabolism, which means they're not able to supply various body tissues with the energy they need to conduct normal activity, leading to narcoleptic symptoms. Acetyl-L-carnitine patients reported spending less time dozing off during the day. Cautions / Interactions: Several pharmaceutical medications may increase the need for Acetyl-L-Carnitine, including AZT, Isotretinoin, and Valproic Acid. In addition, ALC may affect the body‘s metabolism of Doxorubicin.
Nausea and Vomiting
Ginger and Vitamin B6 are really almost standard for relieving nausea,
so if one doesn't work, try the other.
*Ginger Root 550mg (NW)(100 caps) $9.99 - This common supplement may block serotonin receptors in both the central nervous system and the gastrointestinal tract, and it might also have a calming and antispasmodic impact on the GI tract. In a National Cancer Institute study, the ginger groups experienced a 40 percent reduction in nausea.
Cautions: If you are pregnant/lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product. Note: Patients on prescription blood thinners or with a low platelet count should talk to their doctor before taking ginger.
*Whey Protein Isolate Pure (P)(2 Lbs) $49 - A combination of whey protein powder and ginger is showing an even greater benefit for nausea than either one alone in some recent studies. Protein reestablishes the normal rhythm of the GI tract. Many things (medications, turbulent seas...) can disrupt the normal GI rhythm. Cautions / Interactions: Whey Protein Isolate may affect the absorption of some antibiotics and other medications. If you are taking any medications or if you have allergies to dairy products, consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use.
Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease and Nonalcoholic Steatohepatitis (NASH)
Current guidelines from the American Association for the study of liver disease,
American College of Gastroenterology, and American Gastroenterological Association
all recommend the use of vitamin E as first line therapy in non-diabetic NASH
without cirrhosis. (Whole foods are the best source of Vitamin E)
*CardiOmega (NA)(120 caps) $47- A review of nine clinical studies using omega-3 supplements found an improvement in liver enzymes, especially AST, and a reduction in liver fat. Cautions / Interactions: Omega-3 fatty acids may interact with aspirin or warfarin. In addition, Omega-3 fatty may interact with cholesterol lowering statin medications and antihypertensives.
*NAC (N-acetylcysteine) (P)(120 tabs)$30 - NAC increases production of an antioxidant called glutathione, which protects the liver. Favorable clinical research showing a reduction in liver fat and fibrosis in NASH patients taking NAC. In fact, emergency room doctors frequently use NAC to reduce liver damage caused by acetaminophen overdose. Cautions / Interactions: NAC may interact with nitroglycerin. Consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product if you are taking nitroglycerin.
*Whey Protein Isolate Pure (P)(2 Lbs) $49 - Whey protein isolate works similarly to NAC. Some studies show that just 20 grams per day for 3 months may help reduce elevated liver enzymes. Cautions / Interactions: Whey Protein Isolate may affect the absorption of some antibiotics and other medications. If you are taking any medications or if you have allergies to dairy products, consult your healthcare practitioner prior to use.
[Weight Loss is first line care (less carbs & alcohol,
more choline & caffeinated coffee (2-3 cups daily)].
Osteoarthritis and Joint Pain
*Glucosamine & Chondrtin + MSM (P)(180 caps) $44 - The Long-Term Evaluation of Glucosamine Sulfate, a study from Australia, one of the largest and best supplement trials ever, found that a combination of glucosamine sulfate and chondroitin sulfate daily significantly and favorably impacted joint space narrowing and reduced pain. The results showed that these supplements slowed the progress of osteoarthritis by 50%, wow! Three year trials are showing even more impressive reductions in pain.
Cautions / Interactions:Do not take if allergic to shellfish. May interact with anticoagulant/antiplatelet agents. May cause mild transient GI discomfort.
*Glucosamine & Chondrtin Extra Strength (P)(120 tabs) $46 - The Long-Term Evaluation of Glucosamine Sulfate (study from Australia) one of the largest and best supplement trials ever, found that a combination of glucosamine sulfate and chondroitin sulfate daily significantly and favorably impacted joint space narrowing and reduced pain. The results showed that these supplements slowed the progress of osteoarthritis by 50%, wow! Three year trials are showing even more impressive reductions in pain.
Cautions / Interactions: Glucosamine may interact with warfarin and some chemotherapy agents. If you are taking any of these medications, if you have allergies to shellfish, or if you have prostate cancer, consult your medical practitioner before using this product.
*SAMe 200 (P)(60tabs) $46 OR *SAMe 400 (P)(60tabs) $80 -A recent review of numerous clinical trails concluded that SAM-e is at least as effective as NSAIDs for osteoarthritis but with fewer side effects. SAM-e may reduce morning stiffness, swelling, pain at rest and in motion, and even the popping or cracking sounds associated with OA, and it may improve range of motion and walking ability. Cautions / Interactions: Theoretically, SAMe could increase the effects and adverse effects of products that increase serotonin levels, including 5-hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP), Hawaiian baby woodrose, L-tryptophan, and St. John‘s wort. In addition, SAMe may interact with MAO inhibitors, L-Dopa, antidepressants and other serotonergic drugs. If you are taking any of these medications or if you are pregnant or lactating, consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
*Boswellia Extract 500mg(P)(90 softgels) $25 - Most of the research for Boswellia has been in small studies, but the results have been consistent, showing reduced pain and swelling and improved function over 8 weeks of treatment. Cautions / Interactions: May cause minor, transient GI discomfort. Boswellia may interact with anti-inflammatory agents and asthma medications. Consult physician if pregnant/nursing, taking medication, have a medical condition, or if planning any surgical procedures before using this product.
*CardiOmega (NA)(120 caps) $47- Omega-3s are natural anti-inflammatories, and the research shows that they may reduce aches and pains in the back, knee, hip and other joints. Fish oil has also been shown a modest benefit for rheumatoid arthritis, a chronic inflammatory autoimmune disorder of the joints and bones.
Cautions / Interactions: Omega-3 fatty acids may interact with aspirin or warfarin. In addition, Omega-3 fatty may interact with cholesterol lowering statin medications and antihypertensives.
*Hyaluronic Acid 100mg w Co-factors (P)(60 vcaps) $30 - HA is a component of joint fluid, and preliminary clinical research shows that it may strengthen the area around the cartilage, known as the joint matrix. It also may stimulate certain cells to produce more hyaluronic acid. Cautions / Interactions: There are no known drug interactions. It's usually derived from chicken cartilage.
*MSM Bio-Available Sulfur 1,000 (P)(180 caps) $22 - A few small studies have demonstrated a small reduction in pain and improvement in function.
Cautions / Interactions: MSM is generally held to be nontoxic. Animal studies have yield no observed adverse effect at ingestion of 1.5 grams per kilogram bodyweight for 90 days. MSM is not related to sulfa drugs.
*Pycnogenol 60mg (NW)(50 vcaps) $43.99 - In two clinical trials, this supplement helped reduce OA-related joint pain and stiffness. Cautions: Consult your healthcare practitioner before using this product.
(I have seen Chiropractic adjustments help many patients
with Ostroarthritis maintain a pain free life style).
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is NOT intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease. These products are NOT intended to replace any prescription or over the counter medications.
Dr. Galluzzo is a Chiropractor and also a licensed Pharmacist and Certified in Nutrition, Chiropractic Sports Medicine, Sports Injury and Exercise Strength & Conditioning :
Certified Chiropractic Nutritionist - C.C.N.
Certified Chiropractic Sports Medicine Specialist - C.C.S.M.S.
Chiropractic Sports Injury Specialist - C.S.I.S.
Exercise Strength and Conditioning Specialist - E.S.C.S.
Doctor of Chiropractic - D.C.
Registered Pharmacist - R.Ph.
Bachelor of Science - B.S.
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