Not to politicize this, but with COVID issues globally, I would imagine the campaign for Mandatory vaccines will be at a level we have not yet seen.by hwkmn05 - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
I had no problem getting mine filled. It depends on the area I believe. If there is a shortage due to the demand from Lupus patients, a med vital to that condition, you most likely wont get it.by hwkmn05 - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
QuoteGeorgeN "500mg Zithromax twice a day to take in conjunction with Plaquenil 200mg twice a day " Similar to the anecdote I posted from my Aussie friend here. Interesting and truly anecdotal success story. However, much more for that protocol is left with as many questions as answers. Vit D increases ACE2 receptors in lungs-but has been shown to prevent damage by LPS (fromby hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
GeorgeN, Agreed of course. I personally cant wrap my head around 500mg twice per day of that med, unless it is much more serious with COVID-19. EKGs along with high doses of Mg and COQ 10 are a precaution for QT. It has been reported that many COVID deaths are attributed to secondary bacterial infections within the first few days. I would say that is a reasonable precaution for this virus. Hydroby hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
From my ND, for emergency COVID-19. "500mg Zithromax twice a day to take in conjunction with Plaquenil 200mg twice a day. I do recommend EKG prior, the use of CoQ10 400 mg/day and adequate Magnesium because of prolonged Qtc interval. I am doing this in suspected viral symptoms only and not preventative. I am still recommending my protocols including Vitamins A, C, D along with LDN, herbby hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
No matter what position you take on this med, it is disappearing fast in Pharmacies. Our ND doctor called several stores before finding 2 scripts for us. Very affordable at $43 for a 2 week supply. Hopefully we wont need to use it.by hwkmn05 - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
We all must do our part to flatten the curve. It will be an inconvenience for all, but totally necessary to lessen the duration.by hwkmn05 - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
I was in Austin this weekend touring the ranches and speaking with Vets and Ag experts. Off topic I asked about Natale and his success. They all mentioned over 20 patients they had known of Natale and added that only one had need of a second visit which was most likely one of those complicated cases, but successful nonetheless.by hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
Steve, that is an accurate summary. My Vit D level high or low, and sleep apnea are not mutually exclusive. Vit D cannot regulate or restore my depleted oxygen levels without the sleep treatment. I am satisfied that D and CPAP serve a useful function. I am on board 100% and grateful for your research and experimenting with this protocol. To extend this to others shows your willingness to provby hwkmn05 - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
Side note which I have not pursued a discussion about, I consulted my ND doctor before starting the higher D. She has administered as much as 150,000 iu Vit D injection form to her patients. Not sure what she was treating or the results, but she was all in on Steve's story and supported me thru it. I will see her in a few weeks again.by hwkmn05 - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
Steve, after an initial test of 48ng/mL for Vit D, I decided to start close to 3 months ago with 20,000 iu for 12 days. After that with a test of 58ng, I dropped it to 10,000 iu per day for 10 days and I am now at 5-7,000 iu in emulsifier form, 1,000iu per drop. Have not retested. Calcium ranges from 200-500mg daily. I used to consume close to 1000 mg. The upside was absolutely zero Ectopicby hwkmn05 - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
"By which I mean : if I did turn out to have a CAC score higher than I wish, I would then think it was very likely due to all my many earlier (lifelong) years of high milk consumption and lowish VitD levels, rather than my last few years of reduced Ca-intake and solar-saturation type levels of serum VitD." Steve, Thanks for pointing out the obvious I missed, sensationalized amounts iby hwkmn05 - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
Induction of calcification through hypervitaminosis with vitamin D has been demonstrated and well characterized in multiple animal models, including mice, rats, goats.by hwkmn05 - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
The only cases of this virus in TX are people on an isolated army base who were taken off a cruise line. It never was transferred in TX via the infected. Im heading to Austin this week too, no fear.by hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
I swear by Pure Glycinate for 8 years now. I dont like the added ingredients in DBs.by hwkmn05 - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
QuoteCarey I also think the "controversy" is kind of a false one. In the early days some of the statins weren't the best and they were used in higher than needed dosages, but as usual medicine has learned, lowered doses, and found new statins with fewer side effects. All in all, they're pretty benign drugs with solid benefits for the people who got the wrong genes. Naby hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
Of course, the negative impact from Magnesium is greatly influenced by the type one consumes. And there are some garbage brands out there with some toxic added ingredients. I have found Glycinate to be the most tolerable.by hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
On good days, my dosages is 240mg. On bad days/nights, as much as 240mg every 4 hours. If its not diarrhea, its not a bad idea to have a good BM or two.by hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
The staggering stat of Cholesterol. Who says 200 is the level we need? Fact is, just as many die with low as high levels. Both my parents were artificially lowered with statins before they passed. I dont know what the connection if any can be proven to Afib is. I would be looking into Homosysteine levels and CRP number for inflammation issues.by hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
Carey, yep thats the only one Ive seen. I would be surprised if it were true. It certainly isnt logical to believe it destroys heart muscle when its action is to reduce the HR and lower BP.by hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
I dont question the D3 levels of 65 and dosing to get there, but the dosage of K2 seems to be all over the board from brand to brand.by hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
Elizabeth, Doctors do seem to prescribe based on a one size fits all at times. I have persisted with demanding the reason for any and all meds. The same goes for me with a low HR and prescriptions of BB's and I could never understand after my EP visit with an EKG walking out with a script for Diltiazem and Flecainide with a HR of 54. No one is infallible, but there are doctors who do take tby hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
Carey, I do understand that about BBs tho I must admit the few times on a Toprolol med, my adherence was according to their effectiveness. The min of 25mg at bedtime only seemed to settle things down without fatigue. I was looking for a credible source, which escapes me other than a few older sites, that BBs destroy heart muscle eventually.by hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
Just curious why you despise Beta Blockers which are used more widely for anything from high BP to PVCs, vs a black box warning med?by hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
Maybe this is not a good marker for what is healthy or natural for humans, but watching my grandkids living with Vegan Moms, they prefer, choose and do quite well on Carnivore diets.by hwkmn05 - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
I think this video deserves a closer look for clarifying what Gupta is reporting based on several studies. I dont believe he is concluding that Afib doesnt increase stroke risk because he does state that those with Afib are at a 5 times higher risk of stroke. He does bring up some good points that may ruffle some feathers of mainstream and alternative thinkers. A warning, to believe that simply bby hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
If you are out of NSR most of the time, why on Earth would you want to risk a devastating stroke or worse, on any unreliable supplement, not to mention any potency or toxicity issues? Most fish oil sold is filthy, even the so called "purified" ones. If you're bruising, maybe adjust the dosage.by hwkmn05 - AFIBBERS FORUM
Interesting take about Mg, the darling mineral of afibbers. Most mentioned and millions made by the likes of notaDr Dean and other scammers.by hwkmn05 - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM
Jackie, absolutely agree with skill and experience being a determining factor for any tooth issue and removal. Gosh in 22 years, Im sure you have seen some cases. Having our afib condition, we certainly understand the differences between the skill of an average EP or a highly skilled EP performing ablations. I am very skeptical that any allopathic Dentists can even perform a cleaning correctly nby hwkmn05 - GENERAL HEALTH FORUM