Dr. Kevin Passero

Whats is a good herbal product for joint stiffness and pain?

There are many great natural and herbal products that can help to reduce joint stiffness and pain.  Many of them work in the exact same way as prescription medications... Read More »

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Category: General Health

I noticed that the last possible side effect of Milk Thistle is anaphylactis. I am an RN who has had anaphylactic reactions to the tetanus toxoid, and to iodine based dyes. I truly want to...

I would not consider you to be high risk for an anaphylactic reaction to milk thistle based on your previous anaphylactic tendencies.  First off, the tetanus toxid is... Read More »

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Category: General Health

MY BODY SEEMS TO BE VERY ACID WHAT CAN I TAKE TO BECOME MORE ALKILINE?

Generally it is understood that an alkaline environment in the body is more conducive to overall health.  An acid environment is more closely correlated to chronic... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Im taking blood sugar formula. Is it safe to take a day before undergoing colonoscopy? Thank you

The biggest concern with taking supplements prior to any invasive procedure is the risk of inhibiting the clotting potential of the blood therefore increasing the risk of... Read More »

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Category: General Health

I hear Glucosamine is great for joints. How much do you take and are there any side effects?

Glucosamine can be a wonderful joint support supplement.  There is some research claiming that it does not work but try telling that to the millions of people who... Read More »

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Category: General Health

I just discovered that my daughters boyfriend is injecting testosterone. He is a body builder and obviously does this so he will get bigger. He is. He is huge and looks great, however, I am very...

This is a very serious situation as hormones can be very dangerous when used inappropriately like in the case of your daughter's boyfriend.... Read More »

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Category: Men's Health

Does the natural supplement of Curcumin react with prescription meds like Coumadin, Prednisone, or Plaquenil?

Curcumin, also known as Turmeric, does have some potential interactions with the above listed medications. Of particular concern is the Coumadin which is a potent blood thinner. This medication has... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Can I take your product with bitter mellon when I am taking a prescription mecicine Amaryl 1mg per day or do I need to just take your product and get off the script? I know my Dr. will tell me to...

Bitter melon extracts are thought to work in a very similar way as Amaryl (glimepiride).  Both are thought to have mechanisms of action that stimulate the beta-cells... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Does biotin interact with birth controll pills?

Currently there is no data to suggest that biotin supplementation negatively interacts with Oral Birth Control Pills.  Most of the research actually suggests the... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

Will your diabetic pill product work for an insulin dependent type 1 diabetic?

A person with type I diabetes will always need to be on insulin therapy.  No natural supplement or medication will change that.  However, it is possible, with... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Is it safe to take a daily dose of 5000 mcg of Biotin for the sole purpose of improving the quality of hair and nails?

Although this dose is way above the RDA for biotin it is a common and often effective recommendation for the support of hair and nail growth.  No significant toxicity... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

I have been on a weight loss and exercise program for approximately 6 weeks. I have followed the program, and have not cheated. I walk every day. Yet, I have not lost any weight. Could there be a...

First of all, I understand your frustration.  I have had many frustrated people come to office after being disappointed about the results of weight loss program, even... Read More »

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Category: Weight Loss

Dear Doctor,

In a few weeks,I am going to start treatment for Hepatitis C. Here in the UK they are about to begin trials using Antioxidants in a 3 month...

The idea of using antioxidants prior to the administration of potentially toxic medications to reduce potentially damaging side effects represents a very nice example of... Read More »

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Category: Allergy/Immune

Do you need to refrigerate Vitacomplete liquid multi vitamin supplement after opening the bottle? Thanks Brian

Hi Brian, yes you should definitely refrigerate the product after opening it.

Thanks for being a Vitabase customer.

Regards,
Greg (for Dr. Passero)

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Category: General Health

Hello. About a month and half ago i started taking daily Energy multi vitamin with loads of extra vitamin Bs. I have stopped taking them and now having multiple symptoms that resemble a panic attack....

First I would want you to make sure that there was nothing else in that supplement that could have contributed to anxiety-like symptoms such as caffeine.  Guanara is an herb that has a high... Read More »

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Category: General Health

My blood pressure seems to be getting worse today: 180/110

Your elevated blood pressure readings are of great concern.  Having a diastolic reading above 100 is very dangerous and puts you at risk for a variety of serious health problems some of which... Read More »

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Category: Heart/Cardio

How long can you take bromelain for arthritis?

Currently, there is no information regarding any negative long term effects of taking bromelain.  As you may know, bromelain is a proteolytic enzyme naturally derived from the pineapple... Read More »

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Category: General Health

I would like to stop taking High Blood Pressure drugs and Allegra for allergies. Could you suggest something that is more of a natural product for these two things? I don't like the side effects of...

There are several different natural strategies for lowering blood pressure.  One strategy is to use herbs and nutrients that promote vasodililation (the process by which the artery relaxes... Read More »

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Category: Heart/Cardio

I either have an missing gene or the gene that carries cholesterol problems and was wondering what natural way I could reduce it because my medication give me horrible side effects. Thank you!

Some people do have genetic variations that lead to very elevated levels of cholesterol.  Unfortunately this can create some problems when trying to ensure that a persons most valuable asset,... Read More »

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Category: Heart/Cardio

DOES CARDIO SUPPORT HELP WITH PATIENTS THAT HAVE A CHOLESTEROL READING OF 360?

The short answer is yes.  Many of the ingredients in the Cardio Support formula would be helpful for someone with elevated cholesterol.  Coenzyme Q10, Hawthorne extract, Green Tea... Read More »

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Category: Heart/Cardio

IF YOUR TAKING 40 MEQ PER DAY WHAT IS THE DOSAGE IF OVER THE COUNTER IS 99 MG?

MEQ's or milliequivalents are a measure of a substance that incorporates the valance charge of that substance (Ca++, K+,Cl-) in addition to the molecular weight of the... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Help, I have H Pylori. What is it? What are the symptoms? I have a lot of bloating. Is this normal? Also, I feel terrible every time I eat. Not stomach pains, but my stomach is like distended, and my...

H pylori is a bacterial infection of the stomach that was discovered to be the major cause of ulcers and gastritis.  Symptoms of H pylori infection fall under the category of... Read More »

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Category: Digestion

ARE THERE ANY HERBAL REMEDIES AVAILABLE IN LIQUID OR OTHERWISE FOR FEVER AND EAR INFECTION IN CHILDREN?   

Natural remedies work wonderfully in children.  They are invaluable for parents who want to manage common childhood illness from a more natural point of view. 

Selecting an herb... Read More »

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Category: Children

I am a relatively healthy eater. I exercise quiet frequently 4+x a week and Im at an OK weight. Ive always had trouble losing that last 510 pounds and keeping it off. I tend to get really...

Many people tend to have this problem.  The important thing is to keep up the healthy eating and exercise and not to get discouraged.  Once you find the right... Read More »

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Category: Weight Loss

I started taking Wild Yam pills for various reasons. I have heard this can make your breast size increase is this true? My mother uses wild yam cream and she says her breast size never changed but...

Wild Yam can be helpful for balancing certain issues related to female hormones.  It is thought to do this by gently stimulating certain receptors on cells that are... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

I’ve been taking Silver Biotics for almost a week and just received my order from vitabase of Acidophilus,& Suprema Doplilus. I would like to know if they will have any...

First understand that the Silver Biotics formula is a colloidal silver supplement that acts as an antimicrobial agent.... Read More »

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Category: Digestion

I have a 15 yr old son who has been diagnosed with ADD. His doctor prescribed meds for him 4 yrs ago and within that same year I stopped him from taking them. I would like to go with natural herbs,...

The Focus Formula is a great place to start to provide key nutrients to support improved focus and concentration.  The B vitamin family is very... Read More »

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Category: Children

I have heard that fenugreek can increase your production of breast milk is this true? If not is there anything I could take to increase my supply?

It is true that many women report that fenugreek can help improve breast milk production.  Fennel is another herb widely thought to increase breast milk production.  The... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

Hi there. Ive recently started taking some evening primrose oil pills to help with a skin condition. I was just wondering, is there any chance these could be reacting with my PCOS pill...

I do not foresee any potential interactions between the Evening Primrose Oil and your Metformin.  There is nothing in the literature to suggest that this is a... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

Is fish oil bad for the liver?

The only instance in which fish oil would be harmful to the liver is if the fish oil is of very poor quality.  In this case it is possible that it has not been... Read More »

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Category: General Health

My mum has a problem of talking to herself. Whenever she is resting, or sitting idle she starts to talk to herself...The things which she talks alone are events and past talks and conversations...

This is probably an issue that you should bring up with a mental health professional or with your mom's primary care doctor.  Depending on her age she may be... Read More »

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Category: General Health

I am having problems with enlarged prostate. Will SAME have any side effects that would affect my prostate? I am presently taking SAME and my prostate is starting to act...

There are no known side effects of SAMe that would be related to worsening of prostate symptoms that I have heard of.  However, each person’s body... Read More »

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Category: General Health

I am a female who is almost 38 years old with 3 children ranging from 2 to 17. I am mentally exhausted all the time which also drains me phsically. I know with a 2year old I should be tired but I...

Dear Tina, 

The situation you are describing is something that I hear numerous times in my practice everyday.... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Hi, Im in the twenty second week of pregnancy, and suffer from terrible tension headaches. I have been prescribed by my docter paracodal tablets which dont seem to be having any effect. Could you...

Dear Jodi,

Due to the fact that you are pregnant, the list of herbal supplements that are safe for you to use is very limited.  However, there are some items that may be able to... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

In the hope of having a baby I take prenatal vitamins daily. Could this cause excessive urination?

Most prenatal vitamins contain ingredients similar to a regular multivitamin with the addition of some extra folic acid, iron and possibly DHA.  There are no... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

I was reading about using Butchers Broom for circulation and its prevention of blood clots. I recently had a blood clot and am no longer on medication, but looking for something to help my...

Blood clots are a very serious condition and can happen for a variety of different reasons.  If your doctor has put you on medication for blood clots it is absolutely... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Dr. Passero, I have chronic constipation and have tried prescription meds and some supplements from the health food stores like,senna, aloe vera,magnesium,triphala with no...

One of the most important issues related to constipation that frequently gets missed is thyroid function.  Low thyroid function will cause... Read More »

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Category: Digestion

Dear Doctor I am a 48 year old female with normal thyroid levels and no indication of menopause yet. I have absolutely no sex drive. Ive been like this for about 5 years. The only factor I can...

One of the most common side effects of antidepressant and antianxiety medications is loss of libido.  Although it sounds like you have decreased... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

Hello Dr. Passero. Im a 53 yr old F, diagnosed with BiPolar Disorder in Jan. 02. I believe Ive been bipolar since I was a teen... Id been treated for depression since then, but I didnt know to tell...

Dear Joyce,

 

There are some very important things to consider when supporting your moods using natural... Read More »

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Category: General Health

I am interested in taking the Liquid VitaComplete, but am concerned about unfavorable interaction with the prescription drugs that I take daily: Tenormin for heart palpations and Lexapro. Would you...

  Currently, there are no known interactions between either of those medications and the ingredients in the VitaComplete Liquid.  Most doctors do suggest that people take a daily... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Hello Dr.Passero, about 15-30 minutes after eating I have gas, cramps, and diarreha. Mainly when I eat chicken, cheese, milk, tea, cokes. I thought I may have IBS or Lactose Intolerance but I am...

 It is very possible that your digestive discomfort could be related to IBS.  This is just the name for any scenario in which the bowel... Read More »

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Category: Digestion

Hello Dr. Passero, My mother had two surgeries and had her thyroid taken out. She takes thyroid medication, she is 71 and seems to have some short term memory issues. Is this...

When someone first has their removed it may take a while to accurately adjust the dose of thyroid medication.  Part of the reason she may not be feeling well... Read More »

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Category: General Health

A girlfriend recommended clove oil for my teething three month old. She said to apply it directly to her gums. It this safe? Should I dilute the oil? How much and how often?

Clove oil does contain natural compounds that can reduce pain when applied topically.  It has a long history of use in dental care primarily for relieving the pain... Read More »

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Category: Children

I have an underactive thyroid and have been taking pills for 9 years. I take a multi women’s multiple vitamin and Omega 3 1000mg once a day. I was wondering what other...

A multiple vitamin and a good quality omega 3 should be part of everybody’s supplement routine.  If you are looking for things specifically... Read More »

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Category: General Health

My wife has a concern she may be duplicating too much b complex in her supplements is there any danger?

Taking anything is too high of a dose can be dangerous.  B6 can have potential nerve toxicity when taken in high enough doses (500mg/day and over although some... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Dr.Passero. In February I was diagnosed with nonsmall cell lung cancer, stage lllA or B, depending on which day the oncologist fills out papers. In March and April, I underwent radiation and Chemo,...

I think you have made a good decision to incorporate CAM therapies into your treatment program.  It sounds as if the practitioner you selected... Read More »

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Category: General Health

I have primary biliary cirrhosis of the liver and most of the time the itching at night disrupts my sleep.  I was told that maybe a Naturopathic Doctor can help. ...

Primary biliary cirrhosis (or PBC) is a condition that is thought to be associated with autoimmune disease but little is currently known.  I hope that you have seen a... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Dr. Passero, I am nursing a 9 month old baby boy and was told by a friend that B100 is an excellent vitamin to be on to regulate low levels of anxiety. Should I take it while Im nursing? Thank...

High potency B complex vitamins are generally recognized as safe in breastfeeding.  However, there is no telling how your baby will react to... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

Hi I take an herbal compound that contains Senna leaf and pod. Its been a great relief in my chronic constipation. I’ve been taking it daily for a few years. But I’m...

Long term use of any type of laxative is not recommended.  Natural or synthetic, the strong laxatives like senna that work by causing irritation... Read More »

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Category: Digestion

Hello Doctor, My husband and I are trying to conceive but still no luck for us.  I am not sure whether this is relevant......my husband once took...

Conception has so many complex factors involved.  Many men take Evening Primrose Oil for its wonderful health benefits, particularly for the... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

My husband is currently on medication for diabetes blood pressure and cholesterol, he has had a bypass last year.  Currently, he is experiencing stiffness and pain in the knees and would like to...

Without a detailed list of the medications your husband is taking there is no way to know for sure if SAMe would be detrimental for him. ... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Dear Dr Passero I have Polycystic Ovary Syndrome and am 35 years old. I wish to know which of the Vitabase products are best for my condition? Should I take the Blood Sugar and PMS products? My...

Most women with PCOS have difficulty with blood sugar issues.  High blood sugar is one of the main characteristics of PCOS and it is very... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

Dr. Passero, I have a question for you. Can I take calendula Tea for Diverticulitis problems? or give me your best advice. Thanks!

Calendula is a wonderful herb and can be used topically or internally to promote the healing and soothing of tissues.  It is thought to have... Read More »

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Category: Digestion

Good day doc, Thank you for all you do to help the public.... Q: 51 year old healthy male,  on Benicar for blood pressure...I feel yuck on this...

Celery seed has long history of medicinal use for a variety of health complaints including gout, arthritis and high blood pressure.  It contains a... Read More »

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Category: Heart/Cardio

Do give me your uses and benefits of aloe vera

 

In my opinion, the most beneficial properties of aloe vera are related to its soothing and healing effects on the gastrointestinal... Read More »

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Category: General Health

I have recently had to make a decision about meds for anxiety and insomnia. I would prefer to take herbs and my question is will their be any interaction if I take Valerian...

There are no known negative interactions with the above listed herbs you mentioned.  Valerian can be very helpful for sleep but it largely... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Hi Dr. Passero, I was researching on the web for herbal treatments for pancreatic cancer. A close friend of mine was recently diagnosed of this deadly disease. I really need help in finding something...

Ciara,

I am sorry for the delayed response to this very urgent situation.  In order for her to utilize natural supplements she will need to do it under the direct supervision of a... Read More »

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Category: General Health

my wife suffers pain from neuropathy is there benefits for her in taking the supplement curamin?

Curcumin can help reduce inflammation which in turn can help with pain reduction.  Combining it with other natural anti-inflammatories like boswellia or fish oil can... Read More »

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Category: General Health

How much flax oil should I take on a daily basis? Is there any difference between the liquid and the capsules?

Doses of flax seed oil vary greatly.  Taking capsules offers a very convenient method of administration but you become limited in the dose due to the hassle of taking... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Im a fairly healthy person in my midthirties. I was considering taking flax oil for some joint pain? Do you think this would help?

 

Flax oil is a good source of Omega 3 fatty acids.  These important compounds can help to reduce inflammation in the body... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Ive noticed that just about every vitamin company has evening primrose supplements in several brands. What exactly should I look for when choosing an evening primrose product?

There are several things to look for when selecting an oil based product and specifically Evening Primrose Oil.  First, you want to make sure that the label clearly... Read More »

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Category: General Health

I have heard that evening primrose oil can really help with menopausal symptoms. How much would you recommend on a daily basis?

What you have heard is true.  Evening Primrose Oil can be very helpful at alleviating many female hormonal complaints including PMS symptoms and some menopausal... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

I need to know if combining valerian tincture with albuterol sulfateinhalation aerosol would have negative side effects on a child 4 years old. Also, what is the recommended safe dose of valerian in...

There are no known interactions between Valerian and albuterol inhalers.  Most of Valerian's potential interactions occur with other prescription sedatives. ... Read More »

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Category: Children

Are there any vitamin supplements that should not be taken together.

This is a very broad question and I would much prefer to look at specific examples.  However, generally speaking, most supplements are safe to be taken together. ... Read More »

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Category: General Health

I am taking Plavix after triple bypass surgery, I notice that turmeric porportedly does the same thing Plavix does. Is it safe to take both?

Many herbs are thought to affect blood clotting.  Most are suspected to decrease the effectiveness of the clotting process through many different mechanisms.  This... Read More »

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Category: Heart/Cardio

Hello Dr. I am on Metformin for  a type two diabetic diagnoses. If I want to take milk thistle to promote healthy liver, how and when should I take it? Will there be any interference with the...

Milk Thistle is not one of the herbs known to readily interact with other medications.  Some herbs have a specific ability to alter the way the liver processes... Read More »

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Category: General Health

I am taking a multivitiman with Iron. Can I take the bee pollen with this?

First, I would need to know a little more about you before I decided that an iron containing multi-vitamin was right for you.  I usually do not recommend taking iron... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Would taking turmeric help to clear up psoraisis? If so how much and can I make it into a paste to put on my skin as well as taking it orally?

Turmeric is a great herb for healing the digestive tract and aiding the liver in detoxification.  Many herbalists postulate that improved liver detoxification helps to... Read More »

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Category: Allergy/Immune

I am on thyroid medication and last week I took 1 folic acid and 1 vitamin B 50. It made me have a headache and feel sick, could this be becauce of my nonworking thyroid or is it the folic acid and...

B vitamins and folic acid are generally very well tolerated.  However, due to the ability of a B-complex to stimulate detoxification in the body it is possible that it... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Hello,Im 52 and in menopause.Ive been taking Relora and Green Tea capsules for about 10 days,for weight loss,and am beginning to see some results.My question is,I drink wine almost every day,2...

There is no data suggesting that Relora or Green Tea would amplify the negative effects of alcohol.  Due to the carbohydrate content in wine, although low, you may be... Read More »

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Category: Weight Loss

Do you have a product or any advise for quitting smoking. Im taking chantix and it works pretty well but Im still smoking a little. About 2 or 3 cigs a week. Ive been on it for 2 months and still...

The best things to utilize from the natural pharmacy would be compounds that help to relax and calm you in an effort to reduce the severity of the cravings.  In... Read More »

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Category: General Health

My question is : I am going thourgh counseling for depression and I was wondering if there is a natural vitamin or herb that can help with my depression with my prescription cymbalta? what can I...

One of the best places to start when considering supplements for depression is with essential fatty acids.  These important fats must be obtained from our diet and... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Hello, I am lactose intolerant.  Every time I am going to consume dairy products, I have to take 3 to 4 extra strength lactose caplets.  Is there anything I can take, so I would not be...

Unfortunately, once your body has stopped producing the lactase enzyme that breaks down lactose it is not likely you will make it again.  You may find that consuming... Read More »

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Category: Digestion

For the past 5 months, my husband has numbness of the pads of his sole and along the outer side of his feet.  He has had an EMG and a MRIslight herniation of s45. Three orthos have no answers....

I would continue the follow up with the neurologist to rule out any serious neurological issues.  B12 deficiency may be an issue but there are probably other factors... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Do all men have some kind of cancer when they die?

I think what you’re referring to is the notion that many men after they die are discovered to have prostate cancer on autopsy.  In a normal setting, prostate cancer is... Read More »

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Category: Men's Health

Is it safe to take EDTA with other prescrition heart pills?

EDTA and chelation therapy should only be administered under the care of a supervising physician.  Drug interactions with EDTA are not well documented, however it is... Read More »

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Category: Heart/Cardio

Every morning when I wake up my feet hurt to stand and walk on them, as well as my hands hurting. Now, for about a month I have had chest pains, where my chest tightens up. When I do cardio, and I...

Any chest pain or tightness needs to be evaluated by your doctor to rule out any heart problems.  The other thing you need to consider is that you might be consuming... Read More »

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Category: Heart/Cardio

Hi, My daughter has had pcos for a few years, she has tried bc pills, but still was lossing hair, is there a complelete multi vitimin to help with pcos symptoms.

PCOS or Poly Cystic Ovarian Syndrome is characterized by several symptoms including insulin resistance, elevated testosterone levels and poly cystic ovaries.  The... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

Is there a yogurt pill?

Not exactly, but there is something close.  One of the main reasons why yogurt is healthy for you is due to the live cultures of beneficial bacteria.  These bacteria,... Read More »

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Category: Digestion

  I am having pain from my toe to my knee daily, could this possibly by P.A.D.?

Many things can cause leg pain ranging from injury, cramps and nerve irritation to impaired circulation and infection.  Peripheral artery disease can be a very dangerous condition as it... Read More »

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Category: Heart/Cardio

Dear Sirs, I am a female 20 years old and sufferred from mild depression for 6 months? May I know what are the natural herbs that I can take for my mild depression ? I have been taking B complex...

Depression is a major concern for many people today. There are some very important supplements to consider when addressing this condition naturally. Below is a list of natural supplements that... Read More »

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Category: General Health

I have been diagnosed with lyme disease since 2000 and taken lots of antibodics. I went to a health store and had a foot bath that was totally dark water. They put me on Cats Claw, colostrom,...

Lyme disease can be a very difficult condition to improve.  The spirochete organism is an expert at evading the immune system and reeking havoc on the body. ... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Hi, I would like to know which herbal product will aid in increasing the testosterone levels and increasing dopamine and neropinephrine levels?

There are several important issues to address when dealing with migraine headaches. One of the first things I recommend is to do an elimination diet that removes the most common food offenders... Read More »

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Category: Men's Health

Hello, I am currently taking urso tabs for my liver. I am also taking a multi vitamin, milk thistle, vitamin e, and acidophilus. I am curious to know if maca is alright to add to what I am already...

The best way for people to gain weight in a healthy way is through muscle building. You may have a limit as to how much muscle mass you will be able to put on, but any muscle you do gain will be... Read More »

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Category: General Health

Dr.Passero, I have, which I believe to be IBS. I want to get rid of this. Ive been saving money up to get a supplemental colon cleanse as well as a hydrocolontherapy. Would you say this is the best...

Most multivitamins are safe. The real question to ask is which multivitamins are potent enough and pure enough to actually be effective?

One of the most important things you can do to... Read More »

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Category: Digestion

This is very uncomfortable for me to discuss however, I really need some advice so here it is.... I am 49 yrs old I haven’t had a period in 5 years, I am now in a relationship and here lies the...

I am assuming you are taking the Ursodiol tablets due to a diagnosis of Primary Biliary Cirrhosis.

Unfortunately, there is not a lot know about why people get this condition. Some think it... Read More »

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Category: Women's Health

I went through a stomach stapling procedure 11 yrs. ago. I have put on 100 of the 270lbs. I lost by eating the wrong things. Besides weight loss my hair is getting thinner and thinner every day. I...

Gastric bypass surgery can be a lifesaving procedure for many people. Although lifestyle adjustments are the best way to loose weight, for some people they are just not enough to produce the weight... Read More »

Answered by: Dr. Kevin Passero
Category: General Health

Dr Passero, I have a quick question. Im a healthy individual with no known health problems. If I had to choose to take just 1015 pills vitamins, multivitamins or any kind of supplements on a daily...

I am a huge advocate of individualizing each persons supplement regime based on their particular needs and family history. Even a seemingly healthy person can have risk factors such as heart disease... Read More »

Answered by: Dr. Kevin Passero
Category: General Health

I am having menopausal problems and started on the hormone patch, Climara prosp?. But I still get moderate to severe anxity attacks. I have no other personal issue that would cause these. What could...

Hormone replacement can be very helpful at relieving symptoms of anxiety. Progesterone in particular is one of the most important female hormones for relaxation and supporting a calm state of mind. ... Read More »

Answered by: Dr. Kevin Passero
Category: General Health