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[...]... LAVANDIN AKA: Lavandula delphinensis, Lavandula fragrans, lavendin Lavandin is a hybrid of lavender and aspic Effects: Said to have a mild calming effect similar to lavender It is used to treat muscular aches and pains, colds, catarrh, and sinusitis Precautions: It is often sold as lavender, even though it has a sweet fragrance and is not as potent LAVENDER AKA: Lavandula angustifolia, Lavandula officinalis,... neurotransmitter which soothes and calms the mind It has also reportedly helped in the control of obesity (by reducing the craving for carbohydrates) and alcoholism, in reducing the healing time for ulcers, and for the relief of depression, fatigue, and impotence It has been used to treat schizophrenia and senility, and research has shown that it can offset the adverse effects of immune system suppression... other hand, Crook and Adderly advise its use only for combating jet lag, and Alan Gaby, M.D., who publishes the newsletter Nutrition and Healing, states, "We do not at this time believe that melatonin should be a routine part of the average nutritionalsupplement program." Reiter recommends an alternative program of 100 mg of B-3, 1000 mg of calcium, and 500 mg of magnesium at night, plus 25 to 50 mg of. .. mg of folic acid are combined with 300 mg each of pantothenic acid and PABA, along with sufficient amounts of the other B vitamins (the addition of 1500 mg of inositol, 50 to 100 mg of B-6, and sufficient amounts of protein may restore hair growth) Deficiency symptoms include bleeding gums, forgetfulness, graying hair, irritability, sore tongue and throat, occasional diarrhea and constipation, gas and. .. kola nut and yerba mate are the best caffeine sources, guarana is adequate, and tea and coffee rank lowest Boiled or percolated coffee can increase serum cholesterol levels and the risk of heart disease; drip coffee does not, as the paper niters absorb the harmful oils in the coffee grounds Food and drug interactions are also a cause for concern Grapefruit juice can increase the level of caffeine and extend... green vegetables, and whole grains Manganese is a little-understood mineral, and much more research needs to be done to determine its effects on human metabolism Effects: Manganese is involved in the formation of bones and the growth of connective tissue, activates some enzymes and other minerals, helps utilize vitamins Bl and E, aids in cell division and the production of DNA and RNA, and may be an antioxidant... removing heavy metals and protecting the blood, lungs, intestinal tract, and liver against the harmful effects of alcohol, smoking, and pollution by detoxifying acetaldehyde It plays a role in the formation of the skin, helps prevent cataracts, helps offset the effects of iron deficiency, and is used in the treatment of rheumatoid arthritis, bronchitis, cancer, hardening of the arteries, and chronic diseases... 3000 mg and in combination with large doses of vitamins B-l and C except under the guidance of a physician, as it can inactive insulin production On the other hand, Pearson and Shaw recommend taking three times as much vitamin C as the total cysteine intake and plenty of fluids to prevent the formation of kidney and bladder stones Anecdotal evidence indicates that it could increase the toxicity of monosodium... symptoms of other vitamins are also likely to be present Effects: A strong antioxidant, stamina enhancer, and protector against stress It helps in the synthesis of acetylcholine, is essential for the synthesis of antibodies, and is needed for the utilization of PABA and choline Among the other benefits are the healing of wounds and minimizing the side effects of many antibiotics According to Earl Mindell,... vitamins, minerals, and fiber; the consumption of beef as the main source of protein; and the processing (or hydrogenation) of vegetable oils The kinds of fats commonly ingested, from those in beef to hydro-genated oils, don't do much good and, in the case of hydrogenated fats and oils, can even be toxic to the brain Hydrogenated fats are known to increase levels of cholesterol and triglycerides in .