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ANSWER: Haelan, a fermented soy supplementation is a superior method of providing the body with the useful
characteristics of soy. Haelan is a concentrated, specially fermented soy beverage developed in China during the early
1980s as a hospital nutrition supplement. It is rich in anti-cancer nutrients including the two main isoflavones
genistein and daidzein (there are seven other known isoflavones differing slightly in molecular structure), and protease
inhibitors (these prevent the mutation of healthy cells into cancerous cells). It also is rich in proteins, selenium, zinc,
vitamins A, B1, B2, B12, C, D, E, and K. Haelan is an FDA approved food category product.
A patented low temperature fermentation process and other "trade secrets" pre-digest the soybean making it more
absorbable. Remarkably, starches and sugars from the soybean are eliminated in this painstaking fermentation
process. This is a crucially significant point, as cancer loves sugars and starches. There is absolutely no yeast
present in the final product. The soybean is then hydrolyzed, or broken down to smaller molecules that become
bio-active free form amino acids and isoflavones. Finally the substance is nitrogenated.
These last two steps are vital to the effectiveness of the product. When in the free form, the isoflavones are more
readily used by cells since they are no longer attached to other compounds such as proteins. Cancer cells require
high levels of nitrogen. The nitrogenation process of Haelan is a pivotal step because the nitrogen molecule attached
to the isoflavones during nitrogenation acts as "bait" to delude cancer cells into ingesting not only the nitrogen but also
the anti-cancer agents. Soy powders, drinks and tofu do not produce the same health benefits as Haelan. Not only do
they lack the concentration of isoflavones, protein, vitamins, selenium, anti-oxidants and protease-inhibitors found in
Haelan, they also do not have the bound nitrogen molecule that baits the cancer cells to ingest nutrients that can
ultimately diminish the cancers ability to survive.
GINKGO
QUESTION: I'm fortunate to have a Gingko Biloba tree growing in
my front yard, and seeing that it is Autumn in Australia, I've begun to collect the leaves just
before they're about to drop. Firstly, have I done it right? Secondly, now what do I do?
Could you please supply a recipe for preparing gingko leaves into an effective formulation.
ANSWER: Gather Ginkgo leaves just as they are yellowing on the tree. Then dry completely, I usually spread them
out on a sheet then gather up the sheet and daily shake the leaves and spread them out again. You want them crisp,
so you can powder them. It may take a week or more for them to dry. A blender takes a little time but it is a usable
grinder. Weigh the resultant ground Ginkgo leaves and calculate for a 1 to 4 or 5 menstrum recipe. The ratio is grams
of herb to mils of menstrum. You want a fairly high alcohol percentage 60-70 percent which is 120-130 proof as your
final menstrum product. I usually use grain alcohol and dilute it to this percentage with distilled water. You must
account for the 5 percent water in the grain alcohol when calculating. Add ground leaves to menstrum and let sit for
4-8 weeks. Shake the jar daily and use a clear glass while in this step of the processing. Once the time is up, strain
and/or press the Ginkgo from the liquid. The liquid resultant is a strong alcohol extract. Which we call in the States a
tincture store it in a darkened glass container I usually use amber glass. You can also simply wrap a clear glass jar
with a dark paper to keep the light out which shortens shelf life of the product. We in the state give minimum shelf life
estimates of 3-5 years, but most extracts last literally forever if store properly.
PAXIL
QUESTION: I was wondering if there was a time-limit for taking Paxill. I was recently told that you should not take it
for more than three months but my Uncle's doctor has had him on it for over a year. Is there a time duration regarding
this medication? If so, could you please let me know? Thanking you in advance for any information regarding time
limits imposed on this drug, would be greatly appreciated.
ANSWER: I usually only answer questions on Medicinal Herbs, I am not a pharmacist. Here is what I know and can
provide. According to the John Hopkins Drug Site, the usual course is 6 months to a year. Under physician
concurrence longer time frames maybe used.
Here is that URL http://www.intelihealth.com/IH/ihtIH/WSIHW000/19689/11711/214184.html?rbrand=Paxil
This is a download from the same site
www.intelihealth.com.
Paroxetine Hydrochloride
Brand Names: Paxil
Available in: Tablets, oral suspension
Drug Class: Selective serotonin reuptake inhibitor (SSRI) antidepressant Not available as Generic Not available
over-the-counter
Side Effects
Serious: Muscle pain or fatigue, lightheadedness or fainting, rash, agitation or irritability, severe drowsiness, dilated
pupils, severe dry mouth, rapid heartbeat, trembling, severe nausea or vomiting. Call your doctor immediately.
Common: Insomnia, dizziness, sexual dysfunction, unusual fatigue, loss of initiative, nausea or vomiting, constipation,
difficulty urinating, headache, trembling.
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