There's an old article (published some 25 years ago) which I re-read from time to time. It is entitled 'The Thinking Person's Guide to Perfect Health', written by the american Ron Kennedy M.D. Only recently have I become aware of the fact that the author has a whole book on the subject ( it sells at Amazon, and it's not cheap).
Anyway, I'm quite satisfied with the 13-page internet article. I like everything about it : style , approach, and message. I got to it in my quest for information on the glaucoma eye disease. My late Mother suffered of glaucoma, and in her late years became blind.
I remember myself feeling very frustrated with what standard medicine had to offer once the disease was detected - mainly drops to lower the pressure built up in the eye liquid, but the drops and the other meds didn't stop the progress of the disease towards blindness.
The other day, when I wished to re-read the above article, I found out the last 2 pages were missing. I decided to look for it and type it again. Well, it seems to have disappeared from the Web; that might probably have something to do with possible interference in the selling of the book.
While looking for the article, I have learnt that the doctor, owner of an anti-aging clinic, is being charged with having provided illegal written exemption from vaccination for three children. I've also come upon the info that a book of his against vaccines has been in the headlines for some 20 years (never heard of it; I wish I could get hold of it/ I'm curious of what he has to say on this hot topic ).
I'm not surprised he gets himself into trouble . He's not a conventional doctor. He calls himself a nutritional doctor, one that believes that the vitamins and minerals in our nutrition can heal our body, not the synthetic drugs. He advocates curing by nutrient therapy.
In his article, he names the FDA 'an Old Boys' Club', and the NIH a mighty organization with a small corner only for progressive medicine. He promises that if we follow the principles outlined in his article we'll never have to visit his medical office.
I must admit he sounds rather convincing to me. We can have control of nutrition, much less of stress, not at all of genetics. The right nutrition and mineral /vitamin supplements could eliminate or lower our need for 'doctor's appointment'.
Totally agree that the right mixture of nutritional and mineral/vitamin supplements could eliminate or lower our need to have doctor appointments or seek medical care. Plenty of generations way before us existed without medicine and learned to rely on herbs and the like to try to make themselves better. There is a lot to be said, I do believe, for naturopathic medicine over "conventional" medicine.
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The fact that I keep coming back to this article speaks for itself. It makes sense to me. What he writes and how he writes suit my thinking.
DeleteI think we are all guilty of liking what seems like an easier solution. I say this in all humility. Dr. Ron Kennedy touts unconventional remedies because there is a market for it.
ReplyDeleteWhere the FDA has flaws, it is not corrupt because it will base decisions on science versus an unproven cure. We have a huge problem in the United States of people forgoing the vaccine and creating a cocktail of ivermectin, monoclodial antibodies and hydroxychloriquine. Of the three, only monoclodial antibodies helps in the early stages of Covid.
I know 4 people who have recently died of the Delta variant of Covid. Two of them did not get the vaccine because they probably thought it was the Mark of the Beast.
Nutrition matters are hardly an easy solution. It's just that we can control it more than we can control stress and genetics.
DeleteAs for the FDA,vaccines,and Covid - as a biology teacher, you, Ann, are the voice of science, and so you know better than us what it's all about.
I agree with you that good nutrition, lots of fruit and veg, and I will add exercise, can help us "keep the doctor away." There is a place for conventional medicine and for nutritional approaches too. Doctors who go against the system are brave!
ReplyDeleteThere's indeed place for both approaches. Yet, I have to emphasize that what frustrates me most about conventional medicine, is the lack of the Prevention part. In the naturalistic medicine Prevention is considered the best cure, and there are suggestions about what to do (also in glaucoma cases.)
Deletesorry you lost the pages since the article helps you.
ReplyDeleteYes. I'm sorry too as each page of this article is valuable to me. Perhaps I'll manage to find them somewhere in the house along with some other papers.
Deleteit's a shame you can't find the article any more! i think it's true too we can definitely build up a level of healthiness in our bodies with what we eat and by taking care or ourselves. "an apple a day keeps the doctor away" for sure, haha! it's good that we have the ability to turn to doctors and medication when needed though, so thankful for that :)
ReplyDeleteHope you had a great weekend :) We enjoyed the warmer weather which was good as it's another cold spring day today!
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I may try to look it up again, perhaps I'll get lucky this time.
DeleteI'm not so sure about the apple (its greatest benefit is its long shelf life), but fruit and veggies definitely contribute to our wellness.
When it comes to medicine and treatment, we often live in a bubble, thinking that traditional medicine is the only way. Because of global communication and the openness of the internet, however, more and more people are becoming aware that there are alternatives to traditional medicines.
ReplyDeleteSome doctors are strictly traditional practitioners, others are strictly alternative, but some practice both together.
The main difference between traditional medicine and alternative medicine is the approach. Whereas traditional medicine treats symptoms and problems of a certain given area, alternative medicine focuses on cause and prevention, overall health, and non-traditional, often natural treatments.
There is an emphasis to strengthen the immune system to ward off disease. Treatment is individualized to meet specific needs.
How very true! I totally agree with your distinction between the traditional and the alternative. Personally, I prefer the kind of medicine that focuses on cause and prevention. As they say 'prevention is the mother of all cures'.
DeleteBe interesting to know how he thinks and why he thinks the way he does. A bit annoying when pages have been taken down.
ReplyDeleteEating a balanced diet and all things in moderation is always a good idea for me and I’m sure many others.
Take care.
'Balance' and 'moderation' are great concepts in life. The author of the article tries to specify the vitamins and minerals in our diet, that could prevent and cure common diseases such as eye diseases or heart diseases.
DeleteI'm sorry, but I've no time for antivaxxers or quacks. It doesn't take a doctor to make common sense: balance, but when he goes against what is good for society, full stop.
ReplyDeleteRight; "it doesn't take a doctor.." Since the pandemic, I'm quite surprised at how little doctors know, and how eagerly they're ready to cooperate with politicians and their schemes.
DeleteI confess I do have the time for this remote doctor to which I've been 'faithful' for so many years.
It does sound good..his information. However, I think I should have started taking cod liver oil when I was a child, but too late now. My eye doctor truly believes in Fish Oil. Only, they are too huge for me. I have to admit "Krill" is easier to take and I sense I think it helps, but it cost a fortune. I am all in when it comes to vitamins and supplements.
ReplyDeleteIt's never too late. Nowadays, we call it Omega 3, and it's a must, not only for the eyes. True, not cheap, but affordable if you take it weekly, not daily.
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ReplyDeleteThanks for your very kind words.
DeleteThat sounds like a fascinating article and it's a shame you don't have the last part of it. I don't take a lot of supplements but I do heat a pretty balanced diet and like to get what I need from nutrition. However, I worry about the vaccine issue.
ReplyDeleteYes, it does.
DeleteYour way of eating is the right way to go.
I am a firm beiever that we know our own bodies better than any health care profsesional. Our doctor frowns on natural meds, as they are not regulated but I make my own decisions.
ReplyDeleteI'm with you on this. We know our body better, we are able to make our own decisions.
DeleteIt's hard to believe anything on the internet these days.
ReplyDeleteYou're referring, perhaps, to news on the internet. There's much disinformation and even what we call fake news.
DeleteThis article is written by a professional doctor, signed with his name,and his reputation is at stake.I find it quite credible.
He's not a conventional doctor! He is not a doctor at all! He is totally entitled talk about vitamins and minerals in our food, and people understand when he advocates nutritional advice.
ReplyDeleteBut letting a person without a MBBS get involved in real medicine is very scary.
He's got MD near his name. Whatever, he's good enough for me. His approach suits my way of thinking, and I find nothing scary about it.
DeleteMy visits to a medical office are limited to a once a year check-up and not with a doctor but a nurse practitioner. Years ago when we lived in NJ we only saw an MD who had very little time to discuss any concerns, When we moved to VA, we switched to a NP and found she would take the time to talk about anything. When we again moved to NH, we opted to only seek out a NP and have been well satisfied. My point is that one does not always have to seek a doctor's advice. We take only a few minerals and vitamins with no prescriptions meds and enjoy doing our own cooking and meal planning when we are at home.
ReplyDeleteA conventional doctor is supposed to find the problem and start giving meds to alleviate or cure , if possible, that problem.
DeleteThe one that wrote the article is a 'preventative' kind of doctor. his job is to find out what can prevent glaucoma; detecting it ,is too late.The same applies to other ailments: arrhythmia, blood pressure, macular degeneration etc...
I hope you may find the lost pages as you obviously find this of benefit to you.
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
Thanks, Jan. I do hope these psges will 'reapear' somehow, and join the other pages of the article. I'll perhaps try again to find the whole article on the web and type it for a fresh document.
Delete.... I visit you to wish you a "goed en zoet" New Year. xxx
ReplyDeleteHow nice of you! Thank you Aritha. Hopefully, the New Year will bring us good news regarding the virus and climate change.
DeleteI hope so. I often avoid getting wrapped up in constant news coverage that will only heighten my anxiety.
DeleteI also try to invest a little more in cooking a good meal, trying new ingredients. And walk, walk, walk.
“Be faithful in small things because it is in them that your strength lies.”
You're doing the very right things, Aritha.
DeleteI totally agree with the last sentence of your comment about the small things. Yes, it is in them that our strength lies.
I think the modest daily life with proper nutrition keeps us healthy.
ReplyDeleteYour way of thinking is right. Health is very much a function of modest, simple life and proper nutrition.
DeleteI'm glad you think my post has offered you some interesting information on an important subject. TV programs are not my 'cup of tea' either.
ReplyDeleteEating a nutritional diet nowadays is not the same as it was years ago. Even the Organic Consumers Association says that crops grown decades ago were much richer in vitamins and minerals that what can be obtained from the soil now. My daughter just this morning sent me an article about this – here is an excerpt -
ReplyDelete“A Kushi Institute analysis of nutrient data from 1975 to 1997 found that average calcium levels in 12 fresh vegetables dropped 27 percent; iron levels 37 percent; vitamin A levels 21 percent, and vitamin C levels 30 percent. A similar study of British nutrient data from 1930 to 1980, published in the British Food Journal, found that in 20 vegetables the average calcium content had declined 19 percent; iron 22 percent; and potassium 14 percent. Yet another study concluded that one would have to eat eight oranges today to derive the same amount of Vitamin A as our grandparents would have gotten from one.” Of course, now in 2021 it is even worse. It is not as easy to eat a healthy diet as it used to be.
Thank you very much for your detailed and interesting info.
DeleteIt all sounds true, and I suppose the author of the article is aware of that as he recommends taking natural supplements.
For example: for glaucoma he recommends thiamine (vitamin B1), vitamin C and chromium.
For macular degeneration: zinc, selenium, vitamin E,taurine (an amino-acid).
etc...
Touch wood...I very, very rarely visit doctors.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the head's up...I'll have a read of the site. Every day I take vitamin supplements. I ear lots of fresh fruits and mixed raw nuts, too. I'd be lost without my daily fruit intake!
Take good care, DUTA. :)
Glad to learn about your very rare visits to the doctor. Keep it that way!
DeleteYour comment reminds me that fruit have become expensive in my area. I feel also lost without fruit. Not only the price is up, but the quality and variety are down. That worries me.
Your information is very detailed and useful to me, thank you for sharing.
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