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My new web site NaturoBase.com has a lot more information - over 6,000 research studies, etc!
Visit the NaturDoctor Store for professional nutritional supplements. See the Heart and Cholesterol section for high-quality products. Basic Nutritional Support Hormone Panels Children's Health. Men's Health Women's Health Detoxification Liver Digestion Support Musculoskeletal Lifexpand.com - tapping into the Brazilian rainforest. |
Information on Congestive Heart FailureDescription Congestive heart failure (CHF) is the principal complication of heart disease. It is a pathophysiologic state produced by an abnormality in cardiac pump function (either transient or prolonged). The heart is unable to transport blood in a sufficient flow to meet the metabolic needs of the peripheral tissues. This produces a wide variety of clinical circumstances ranging from acute left ventricular dysfunction (due to tachyarrhythmia, bradyarrhythmia, and acute myocardial infarction) to chronic left ventricular dysfunction (due to chronic volume/pressure overload as seen in valvular heart disease) Two physiologic components explain most of the clinical findings of CHF: an inotropic abnormality which results in diminished systolic emptying (systolic failure); a compliance abnormality in which the ability of the ventricles to accept blood is impaired (diastolic failure). Most cases of heart failure have findings consistent with both mechanisms. Causes Causes of congestive heart failure include: Myocardial infarction; High output states; Rheumatic heart disease (mitral and aortic valvular disease); Cardiomyopathy - alcohol and non-alcohol related; Hypertensive heart disease; Aortic stenosis or regurgitation; Volume overload; Beta-blockers or other cardiac depressants Risk factors for congestive heart failure include: Iatrogenic inappropriate reduction of intensity of therapy; Patient non-compliance; Intercurrent arrhythmia; Pulmonary embolism; Administration of cardiac agent with negative inotropic effect; Inappropriate physical, emotional, or environmental stress; Thyrotoxicosis, pregnancy, or any condition associated with increased peripheral metabolic demand. Conventional Labs Chest X-rays (CXRs) are frequently used to aid in the diagnosis of CHF. Signs include: Vascular redistribution; Peribronchial cuffing/interstitial edema (bat-shaped); Kerley B lines; Consolidation of lower lung fields; and Cardiomegaly. Specialty Lab Tests Products to consider Natural Therapies Most natural health web sites put a list of herbs, vitamins and nutritional supplements along with citations from scientific studies. Have you found this to be confusing, since there are so many to choose from? A far simpler way is to choose a supplement from the appropriate body system, such as liver support, detoxification, etc. A well formulated supplement works a lot better than separate vitamins and usually costs a lot less. Please call me at (239) 659-2684 if you would like some assistance in choosing an appropriate product. I can't diagnose or treat diseases by phone, but I can assist you in making better choices. I also can send some relevant articles to read. The first ten minutes are free (as long as you purchase from my web site). |
The next step, after you have been diagnosed with a disease, is to find out what is the specific cause, and then choose supplements that address it. Phone consults are my specialty. Please call my at (239) 659-2684 to schedule a consultation.
I recommend that you make an informed choice, and the goal of this web site is to provide you with the information to make a wise choice when it comes to your health and wellness.
As you can see, I don't sell any vitamins on this web site. There are thousands of vitamin stores that will sell you whatever vitamin you want, and many of them offer discounts.
If you are interested in some high-quality basic nutritional supplements, I recommend visiting the Store You will find my recommendations for a multiple, tasty chewable fiber wafers, high-potency probiotics, and fish oils.
Good luck in your journey towards health and wellness!!
Unfortunately, that would be a clear violation of FDA regulations. Also, one of the most important aspect of naturopathy is: "Treat the person, not the disease". This is a profound statement, and many people have spent thousands of dollars on vitamins listed in books or web sites for a specific disease. This is what I call "vending machine medicine". It rarely works! The solution is to find a naturopathic physician, such as myself, to assist you.
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