Allergy/Immune

Dr. I have read on another herbal website that you should not take una de gato if you have an autoimmune disorder. But I have also read that it is good for inflammation and intestinal problems so...

Una de Gato, also commonly known as Cat's Claw, is a plant that grows predominantly in the rain forests of South and Central America.  In the past 10 years it has become very popular as an herbal therapy for many different health conditions.  Some of its most notable properties are related to its potent anti-inflammatory... Read Full Answer

My son is 9 yrs old and has allergies pollen/molds/cats/dogs and has been on singular on and off for about 2 years. I periodically take him off and within a couple of days he becomes uncomfortable. I...

Hi, as a parent myself, I know how hard it is to see our children so miserable during allergy season! Over-the-counter drugs are great for immediate relief, but unfortunately the body tends to develop resistance to them, and they only serve to cover up the real issue. I don't have much experience with Aller 7, but I do have recommendations for relieving allergy symptoms with natural supplements.... Read Full Answer

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 synergy between conventional and natural medicine.  The additionally possibility of antioxidant's ability to reduce viral load is also an exciting possibility.  A significant amount... Read Full Answer

Would taking turmeric help to clear up psoriasis? 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 purge the body of toxins.  These same toxins if not eliminated through the liver often come out via the skin and can manifest as acne, psoriasis or eczema.  For internal use you may... Read Full Answer

Are there any natural solutions to ear infections?

In my pediatric and family practice, ear infections (clinically called otitis media) are one of the most common acute conditions seen in children. While there are several variations on the theme of otitis media, infection of the eardrum due to a bacterial infection is the most common. What follows then, is that the conventional treatment for ear infection is invariably an antibiotic... Read Full Answer