Crinum - Hope prostate and Ovarian sufferers.

Although this article can be found on many sites, I thought it may be of some interest to those who visit here. I would personally try this herb.

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Crinum Latifolium: Traditional Vietnamese Herb Shows Great Promise for Prostate & Ovarian Health
By Dr. Robert J. Rowen, M.D
Traditional Vietnamese Herb
One of Vietnam's most potent and effective medicinal herbs for prostate and ovarian health, Crinum Latifolium, has recently come into the spotlight. Used traditionally for longevity, Crinum was so revered in Vietnam, that it was reserved only for royalty, commonly referred to as the "Medicine for the King's Palace" and the "Royal Female Herb." These traditional nicknames highlight one of Crinum's most unique aspects - its ability to target both prostate and ovarian health conditions. As clinicians well know, it is quite unusual for an herb to be effective for both men and women's health conditions, but Crinum appears to be effective for both. Crinum's benefits have also been reported to extend beyond prostate and ovarian health.

Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
Crinum has been shown to alleviate the symptoms of Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH) (enlarged prostate). BPH is one of the most common male health conditions, the main symptom of which is frequent and sometimes painful urination. There are over 500 successful case histories using Crinum for BPH. After seven years of research, the International Hospital in Vietnam reported that 92.6 percent of BPH patients had good results using Crinum (confirmed by measurements of prostate size and clinical evaluations by urologists).1 The doctors used the extract for 21 day cycles, with 7 days off in between cycles. They reported no side effects and no lethal level in animals (meaning incredible safety).

In a Vietnamese study, 158 BPH patients were given a Crinum-based herbal preparation two times per day. After 64 days, patients were evaluated by clinical and ultrasound examinations. Researchers found that prostate size returned to normal in 154 patients (97%). A three-year follow up confirmed a high rate of long-term success for those patients who completed therapy.2

In a recent report from the Vietnamese Central State News Agency (September 2005): Crinum Latifolium extract has a very good therapeutic effect on benign hyperthrophy of prostate (BHP), the National institute of Traditional Medicine, the Institute of traditional Medicine of Ho Chi Minh City, and the Institute of Aging Disorders Hanoi tested Crinum in a large number of patients (627 patients) with BHP. The results have shown a 33-93% reduction in urinary symptoms. 90% of the tested patients achieved a reduction in prostate size. Among them a significant number of patients achieved a normalization of prostate size and urinary health after three months of therapy. There were no significant adverse reactions.3

CASE HISTORIES
Case History 1:
Some patients find that their PSA levels drop on Crinum. One such case involved a 58-year-old man who had a starting PSA level of 93. He had waited so long to go to the urologist that his cancer had already spread to his bones, intestines, and lymph nodes. He was placed on an aggressive herbal protocol that included Crinum. After only four mouths, his PSA level was down to .9 and his symptoms of difficult urination, swelling in his legs, and extreme fatigue, had all completely resolved.

Case History 2:
A 52-year-old male patient who had been diagnosed with prostate cancer in 1999, with a PSA level of 40, and cancer confirmed by biopsy. He was just about to have surgery, anti-hormone therapy and radiation, when he heard about a Crinum formula from a family member. His symptoms included frequent night-time urination and difficult and painful urination during the day. After only five days on the Crimea formula, he began to notice improvement, and continued to improve each day. He also began to sleep better. After three years of continued improvement on Crinum, he went back to his urologist and had a biopsy, which came back completely normal and free of cancer cells. Interestingly, during the three-year period his PSA level had fallen from 40 to 12, but also had risen back up to 20 - all the while feeling great and symptom free. The above case histories are just some of the many written testimonials that I have received regarding the use of Crinum. Most of my personal patients using Crinum have experienced a significant reduction in frequent nighttime urination.

The Hoang Family of Doctors
Although most of the research available on Crinum focuses on the prostate gland and men's health, much of the early research using Crinum for ovarian cysts was published by the Hoang family of medical doctors. The Hoang family is made up of three generations of progressive Vietnamese physicians who have shared their research with each other and worked together to move the uses of Vietnamese and Chinese herbs to a new and innovative level in modem alternative medicine. Dr. Kim Hoang was the grandson of the Chief Teacher for the Vietnamese royal family and was responsible for making Crinum a "national treasure" for prostate and ovarian health. In 1984, Dr. Hoang's daughter had so many ovarian cysts that she was scheduled for surgery. But instead, Dr. Huang put her on a Crinum tea protocol, and six weeks later, her cysts were gone. In all, the Hoang family of doctors have used Crinum combined with other herbs to successfully treat well over one hundred patients with varying stages of prostate cancer, ovarian cancer, ovarian cysts, and bladder cancer, and to date have reported a success rate of almost 70%.4 Biopsies have confirmed sixteen cases of advanced-stage prostate cancer resolved, regardless of Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA) levels, In fact, the Hoang family reports that sometimes patients' PSA levels actually rise when taking Crinum, even though their biopsies show normal, healthy prostate cells. This is exactly what happened to Ken Malik, Co-Founder and Executive Director of the Prostate Awareness Foundation, a San Francisco-based nonprofit organization that offers support, information, and resources for prostate cancer patients.

Ken's Story
In his own personal battle with prostate cancer, Ken Malik decided to take the natural approach opting for nutritional protocols and lifestyle modification. He had been using the herbal supplement PC Specs for eight years and found that it stabilized his condition. PC Specs had been marketed as an all-natural herbal formula, and had shown remarkable results for prostate conditions. But recently, it was pulled from the mar­ket after researchers found that certain PC Specs products actually contained synthetic and potentially harmful sub-lances. Ken was one of thousands of men worldwide who were negatively affected when PC Specs was pulled off the market. After discontinuing the product, Ken's PSA levels slowly be­gan to rise, so he began his search for a replacement. This is when he found Crinum.


Ken started taking Crinum, along with a number of other supplements, in Jan­uary of 2002, and over the course of ten months, his PSA levels continued to rise, however his biopsies showed his prostate to be completely free of cancer cells. (Ken's rise in PSA levels coupled with normal biopsies is just one more report that adds possible credibility to recent claims that PSA testing may not be an accurate assessment tool for diagnosing prostate cancer)


Ken was so excited about his personal results with Crinum that he organized an informal trial with ten members of The Prostate Awareness Foundation. Participants took a proprietary Crinum formula daily for three months, and all ten reported some level of func­tional improvement. (To view a recap of this informal trial go to: www.prostateawarenessfoundation.org)


The Prostate Awareness Foundation (PAF) is a 501(c)(3) educational foundation that provides men and their fam­ilies with non-biased, patient-driven information on prostate health issues and treatment options. The foundation places an emphasis on lifestyle chang­es, diet and supplements as preventative measures. They also provide free-of-charge consultations, a support group program, monthly bulletins and a men­tor program, PAF recommends an inte­grative approach to prostate problems using the best from both conventional and alternative medicine and encourag­es men to take proactive responsibility for their health and healing.



Crinum for Women
There is much less data available on the use of Crinum for women's health con­ditions. However, as Crinum becomes more popular, new data is emerging. Below are some very promising case histories from prominent doctors on the use of Crinum for polycystic ovarian disease.



Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome


Dr. Thomas Dorman, M.D.
Case History: Dr. Dorman recently had a female patient with polycystic ovarian syndrome (PCOS). Her symptoms in­cluded irregular periods, decreased sex drive, weight gain, and excessive facial hair (from excess male hormones, con­firmed by a laboratory), all of which are quite common in PCOS. After only two months on a Crinum formula, as a single intervention, her menstruation and weight normalized, her facial hair diminished, and her sex drive returned. There has now been nine months fol­low-up without a deterioration in this regard.

Dr. Abram Ber, MD
"I have shared this case history to confirm the efficacy of Crinum Latifolium. I have found it to be universally effective for several other patients with ovarian cysts." – Dr. Abram Ber, MD.

Case History: C.G. is a 39-year-old woman who has polycystic ovaries as a part of the complex Syndrome X. She developed menontagia and her gyne­cologist referred her for a pelvic sonogram on 4/26/05. She subsequently had a visit in my office and I prescribed Crinum Latifolium 3 caps tid. She began to take the Crinum capsules over the Memorial Day weekend and felt twitches in the area of her right ovary. 3-4 days later, she had a fever of 103, which lasted for three days. During these days she was anorexic. After the fever, she was ten pounds lighter, This weight loss was very welcome and the weight was not regained. On June 16, 2005, a repeat pelvic ultrasound showed a complete resolution of the previously described complex cyst. She now feels wonderful and relieved of all symptoms pertaining to the cyst.


Dr. Graeme Shaw, M.D.
Case History: A 52-year-old woman in perimenopause was evaluated by her gynecologist for heavy periods and was diagnosed by pelvic ultrasound as having a uterine fibroid minor and mul­tiple bilaterial cysts. Her gynecologist suggested ovarian surgery, but she re­quested a trial on natural supplements and was placed on a Crinum compound (3 caps 2x per day), Seven weeks later, she had a repeat pelvic ultrasound and there was no evidence of any cysts, and her surgery was cancelled.

Speculations About Mechanism
The Crinum plant is a large tropical plant with lily-like flowers that is found in the tropical and subtropical regions throughout the world. Phytochemical analysis has recently yielded a vast ar­ray of compounds, including more than 150 different alkaloids of the Amaryl­lidaceae type, whose most noted effects are analgesic, anticholinergic, antitu­mour and antiviral.5 While numerous successful case studies exist, research­ers are still not sure exactly how Crinum works. Some researchers believe it may enhance the cellular communication that is responsible for maintaining the balance between cellular proliferation and apoptosis. Without this check and balance system, unhealthy cells may be left to proliferate. Recent research has shown that Crinum encourages cells to produce a substance called neopterin, which is responsible for communicat­ing with immune cells - calling them into actionagainst foreign invaders and unhealthy or proliferative cells. This suggests that Crinum may not only be valuable for prostate and ovarian con­ditions, but may also be beneficial for other conditions in which unhealthy; proliferative cells are involved. Crinum has been shown to be a strong immune stimulant based on the research of Drs. Nguyen Ngoc Tram, Do Tat Loi, D. Fuchs (Austria), Dr. Popov and Zve­kova (Bulgaria).6

Crinum Offers Protection
Another potentially valuable benefit of Crinum is that it may be used as a preventative agent, offering protection against prostate and ovarian conditions before they start.


References:
Reference to be obtained from Katy Wright at Health Science Newsletter.

Reference to be obtained from Rob Rowan.

Clinton Latifolium extract has a my good therapeutic effect on benign hyperthrophy of prostate (BHP). Vietnamese central state news agency September 22, 2005, @ www.vietnamnet.vn

Personal communication with Hoang family.

Fennell CW, van Staden J. Crinum species in traditional and modem medicine. J Ethnophar­insical. 2001 Nov;78(1):15-26.

Zvetkova E, Wirleituer B.Tram NT, Schen­nach H, Fuchs D. Aqueous extracts of Crinum Latifolium (L.) and Camellia sinensis show immunomodulatory properties in human periph­eral blood mononuclear cells. Int Immunopharmocol 2001, Nov;1(12):2143-50)

Modified Citrus Pectin

If you, or someone you know is battling cancer, especially if it has metastasized, than you should definitely be looking at a little publisized product called "Modified Citrus Pectin".
MCP, as I will call it, not only pulls heavy metal out of the body. This powerful extract from the white pith of citrus peels i.e. grapefruit, oranges, etc. has much more to offer humans, especially those with advanced, and treatment-resistant cancers.
In clinical trials the patients, who were terminal, and who had been given every known treatment that established medicine could deliver -chemo, surgery, radiation, experimental drugs, etc. failed to provide little or no benefits. Time had run out for these patients, nothing was available to them from here on out.
Enter "Modified Citrus Pectin". Their regime was to take, three times a day, an oral dose of 5g of MCP. After a 16 week period, 35% showed a positive result to primary measures of clinical benefits. Pain, functional impairment, and weight loss, had improved. 26% of the patients remained stable after the 16 week period. The overall clinical benefit 20.7%. Researchers also described it as significant improvement of life.
While these numbers may not be too meaningful to you, remember that these patients were at the end of the line.
Theres even more exciting news for men suffering from protate cancer. One man in the trial, who had advanced prostate cancer, experienced a 50% decrease in his PSA over the trial period. He also received the same pain, quality of life benefits.
The product that I am referring to is PectaSol-C, and can be obtained online at http://www.econugenics.com/mcp.
Dr. Eliaz, who has been working on perfecting MCP for most of his career provides a "Free Report online at http://www.betterhealthpublishing.com/mcpreport
There is more information on MCP, which can be ontained by searching the web. However, I personally take this one.

Female Goldfinch

This is a female Goldfinch. Image taken in my backyard in Ontario Canada. Camera- Canon 20D, 70-300mm lens @ 300mm.

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Alternative Cancer Treatments

I have been using "Alternative Treatments" for Prostate Cancer for over 12 years, and have researched many articles, and parts of the world for information that would help me live a resonable healthy life, while battling this disease. I have been able to achieve this goal to this point in time using the information from Dr.Mark Sircus. Dr. Sircus wrote an 850 page book called Winning The War On Cancer, which can be found at http://www.winningcancer.com/. Another very interesting, and informative site contains good information for "Alternative Treatments, by Dr.Sircus, and Dr.Tullio Simoncini, on http://www.truthquest2.com/markSircusCancer.htm. I have used many treatments, and been many places in my quest for good health, and I will be posting more on this subject.

Prostate Cancer

I have been dealing with Prostate Cancer for over 12 years using mostly Alternative Protocols. I would be willing to post more information on the subject of Alternative Therapies if anyone is interested. Please comment.

My Personal Battle

The following story (mine) was published as follows.


To: Editor Vitality Magazine.


(The following paragraph is a correction to my original article. It is self explanatory.)

In my haste to write my article I relied on my memory, rather than my records, with respect to my age and date of diagnosis. I was sure that I was 60 years of age, and it was May 1995 when I got my PSA results. Uponchecking my records to prepare this paper I discovered that I was actually 61 years old, and was diagnosed in May 1996, and actually treated myself for18 months rather than 2 years. It certainly seemed that long. I apologizefor this oversight.In May of 1996, at the age of sixty-one, I was diagnosed with Prostate Cancer as a
result of a PSA test, my count was 20.2. I had no symptoms other than getting up more
frequently during the night, My Doctor had told me after previous digital examinations that
my prostate was slightly enlarged, but that was normal for a man my age, and not to worry.
I, of course had no reason to think there was any problem, so I just went on about my
business. Needless to say I was in shock when I was told about the cancer. I was thenscheduled for an Ultra Sound which showed (3) small dark areas within the prostate;
one on one side, and two on the other. The next test I had was a rectal biopsy to determine
if it was benign or malignant. This was a very unpleasant experience. Unfortunately it was
malignant. (The biopsy also indicated how aggressive the cancer was, and is calculated on a
scale of 1 to 10, called the Gleason Scale.(http://www.prostatecentre.ca/diagnosis_gleason.html) My count was 4/5, which is low moderate.I then went to see an Oncologist, who told me that I would be put on a Hormone program for (3) months and then into the hospital for a radical prostatectomy. (The complete removal of the prostate gland, and probably some lymph
nodes along with it.) I ask him if there would be a second PSA to confirm the condition,
he said no, he knew what was going on, and that’s all he needed. I felt that I needed that
second opinion, so I went to another oncologist, but he told me the same thing. At this point
I was getting the feeling that I was a business situation rather than a patient. No compassion,
or encouragement, just straight business. I then, with the support of my wife, began to search for alternative treatments. I read anything that I could get my hands on about the subject, including
a book called “Man to Man.Surviving Prostate Cancer", written by Michael Korda. (http://www.griefnet.org/library/reviews/m/mantomanacR.html). The book
was meant to prepare men for what they may have to face, and the possible scenarios that each
procedure could possibly present to them. Radical Prostatectomy, Radioactive Seed Implants,
Radiation Treatment, Hormonal Treatment and Cryogenics, all of which can have debilitating side
affects. The more I read, the more I was convinced, conventional treatment was not for me.
Not at this particular time anyway.I started doing all sorts of suggested therapies that I had read about, and downloaded off the Internet,
as well as advice from Alternative Practitioners. Some of the things will seem quite off the wall, andunrealistic, but there is evidence that they do work. (Not for everyone, or all the time.) I will list below some of the treatments that I used:I began a fast by taking a mixture of Barley Green, Carrot and Beet Crystals in Juice, three or four times a day for a 10 day period. I lost approximately 23 pounds, but it helped me to eliminate much toxic waste from my system. I did not feel hungry, weak, or anything else, which told me that I was not doing any harm. I also knew that these crystals contained enough nutrients, vitamins, etc. to sustain me. When I started to eat whole foods again it consisted of oatmeal, organic vegetables, and fresh fruits, as often as I could get them. I drank only distilled water, and do so to this day. I took Vit.”C” up to 9000 mgs, Saw Palmetto & pygeum, Pycnogenol, Chaparral, Selenium, Vitamin “E’, Zinc & Copper combination, Shark Cartilage, and Bovine Cartilage, Q10, Matol, Astragalus, Pau D’Arco (Thaheebo) Essiac Tea, Small Flower Willow Herb Tea, Bio-Pectin (Modified Citrus Pectin Powder) this one has proven
to retard the spreading of the cancer. I began to take 35% food grade Hydrogen Peroxide using a very strict formula. (Hydrogen Peroxide is naturally produced by the body, but needs a boost when
cancer is involved.) I now take a Gel capsule that produces the same results, but is far less extreme. Ialso used Ozone to achieve the same results. 714X injections was also used under thesupervision of my family Doctor. (714X is legally available in Canadathrough the Federal Emergency Drug Program. (I would like to point out atthis time that cancer cannot survive in a highly oxygenated environment, andas we get older our systems are in a weakened condition, and are deprived ofoxygen. The air we breathe is about 18% less pure then 75 or 100 years ago.)I also used organic coffee enemas three times a day. I had high colonics to eliminate
toxins in the colon. (All disease begins in the colon.) I developed a positive attitude,meditated often, and used visualization techniques, and did a lot ofpraying. (This helped tremendously) I would be remiss if I did not mention,and give credit to my wife Sylvia, without whose help I probably would nothave stayed the course, especially when I became depressed. Which I did occasionally.

I would like to say that the doses that I took of each of the above came
mostly from the side of the containers they came in. After reading, and consulting with
more knowledgeable people I was able to increase those dosages with no ill side affects.In fact nothing that I did had any adverse side affects.
I was able to keep my PSA count around the 20.6 range until August 1997 whenit elevated to 27.7; (I still did not have any symptoms.) I realized at that point that I could
not continue to treat myself, I needed expert help.As a result of many letters written by my wife to various organizations wholist successful cancer survivors, I was contacted by a man (Ralph Morris) inRedwood California. Ralph told me that when he was diagnosed, his PSA was 438, and had
spread to his bones and lungs. The Doctors told him there was not much more they coulddo for him, and to make the best of what time was left. He said that he could not accept this,
and started searching for other options, and finally found a hospital in Mexico that outlined a
treatment that he felt was logical, and worthwhile trying. He immediately arranged to go to
the hospital for the (21) day treatment program. During his stay he was subjected to various
forms of Alternative treatment, which were non-invasive, and was able to virtually clean up
his cancer. When he returned to his Doctors in San Francisco, they could not believe the
difference, and requested further tests. He agreed to this as long as they paid the bill. The
results came back exactly as he said they would, and he has been clear of cancer for over (5) years.
Ralph is about 67 years old and still works in the lumber business. The last time I heard he was
doing very well.Ralph told me that he felt that if I went to the hospital they could help me. My wife made
arrangements in Sept. We were to go the end of October, for the 21 Day Program. We
arrived in San Diego Calif., and were picked up, and taxied to the Administration Building in
Chula Vista (a suburb of San Diego). I completed the necessary paper work including finances,
and then was shuttled down to the clinic at Rosarita Beach Mexico. The hospital isnot the Sunnybrook or Grand Hotel style facility, but it is extremely clean, efficient,and restful. We were assigned a room; given an orientation tour; told whatto expect starting the next day, and then allowed to relax and get comfortable..My day started at 7:00 a.m. when the nurse came to take my blood pressure,pulse and temperature. The following is what my Patient Work Sheet lookedlike;Name: Gary McGowanCondition: Prostate CancerIntravenous: Nutrients, chelation, ammino acids and honvan (A hormone).Photo Luminescence: Elevate (4) days (this is blood purification)Physiotherapy; Various forms as directedSpecial instructions: Thymus powder, (1) pack under tongue twice a day.Medications: Honvan (3) tablets daily.Nutrients: Retinoic Acid (1 cap) daily.NSC-24 (Marophage) (1 cap) 3 times daily.Flax and Medium Chain Triglyceride Oil (I tablespoon) morning, noon and night. (In dinning room withmeals).Melatonin: (1 50mg cap) at bedtime.Modified Citrus pectin: 4 ozs. Per day with water.Oxygen capsules: (2 caps) ½ hour before meals.Saw Palmetto & Pygeum: (2 caps) 3 times daily.Zeta Cleanse: One quart daily between 4 & 5 p.m.Nasal Vaccine: (2 drops) each nostril (1) time. daily.Formula Combination: Basic Unit One (7 caps) with each meal.MORNINGSMy other routine was Ozone Insufflation every morning.Bipolar physio (3) times weekly.Biomagnetics (3) times weekly.Vibrosaun physio (3) times weekly.Massage (3) times weekly.Colonic (2) times weekly.Ozone Sauna (3) times weekly.Whirlpool (3) times weekly.Other Physio as directed every day.AFTERNOONSIntravenous infusion: (Chelation) every day. (approx. 3 to 3 ½ hours)Hyperthermia treatment: a total of (5) sessions.What I have outlined above was the program that I had to follow. It was notdifficult, nor was there any discomfort associated with it. All I can say isthat in my case it worked.I cannot say enough about the staff at the hospital, I was treated withevery respect, they operated in the most professional manner, and were therefor me any time during the day or night.On the day of my departure I was interviewed by my attending Doctor , (Dr.Marcy McDowell) whohas remained my contact with the clinic ever since, to lay out my home protocolprogram. It consists of the following.CANCER – HOME PROGRAMFlaxseed/MCT Oil: Use one tablespoon with each meal.Basic Unit One: (8 Caps) with each meal for two months, reduce to (6), thento (4) for rest of life.OxyCaps: (2 caps) with water 30 minutes before meals for two month, thenreduce to breakfast and dinner for rest of life.Thyroid: Use (1 tablet) in A.M. rest of life.Melatonin: (2 cap 3mg) at bedtime for life.NSC-24 (Macrophage) (2 caps ) daily for two months, reduce to (1) untiladvised differently.Thymic A: (1) packet under tongue for (4) month.Liquid Life: (1) tablespoon with breakfast and dinner.Modified Citrus Pectin Powder: (4 ozs) per day for two months, reduce toevery other day for two months, then every day (1) week per month.Honvan: As directed by Doctor.Hydrazine Sulfate: (1 cap) daily until advised differently.Cessium: (1 cap) 250mg x3 daily.Retinoic Acid: (1 cap) 50mg x1 dailyWith the permission of my Doctor in San Diego I could also take otherVitamins, and supplements as I saw fit, i.e. Ful-Flo (helps maintain a smalland healthy prostate) Small Flower Willow Herb tea, a Vitamin drink withlecithin, etc. I was also given a Cancer Restraint Diet Book. It allows meto eat many foods that I thought would be taboo.I would like to make it perfectly clear to anyone, that I have provided thisinformation to, that the Hospital, their staff, or I, do not claim that thistreatment is a CURE for Cancer. It is a treatment that can, and has, putCancer into remission for many people. Like anything else in life there areno guarantees. Each individual is a different case, onto his own, and mustbe evaluated, and treated accordingly. Alternative treatment therapies do work, and shouldbe made available to anyone who wishes to employ them. Under the propersupervision one would not need to be afraid of doing something that would beharmful, rather than beneficial. This is where the Government could play amajor role in ensuring the Quacks, and Charlatans are weeded out, just likethey do on the conventional side of medicine.

As of this writing I have just finished my annual checkup by my Doctor. My blood pressure
is excellent, my blood work is fine, and most important my PSA is .03. The digital examination revealed that my prostate was small, and smooth. I continue on much of my home protocol, but at much lower rate of intake. The hormone blocker that I was taking is down to ½ tablet per week. I am told that this is very insignificant because my body is now keeping my PSA down. By the grace of God, and a little bit of luck I fully intend to keep it that way.

I have learned in order to beat this dreaded disease you must be prepared to change your life style, you must be ever mindful that each and everyone of us is born into this world with the potential of developing cancer, albeit some, more so than others. The good life that we enjoy in North America is in fact largely responsible for the increases in cancers, heart problems, and other ailments. The more foreign substances that are put into our food, water and air, the faster these illnesses will accelerate.
However, there is hope. Everyday, I read or hear of new and promising treatments being developed, much less invasive, and debilitating. More research is being done on treatments that was once considered radical, and off the wall, by the medical establishment, but are being forced to admit, however reluctantly, there are some truths to these treatments. Technology is closing in on, if not cures, at least controls, such as gene therapies, etc.

I hope that what I have said, and outlined, in my story gives hope to those who feel they have no hope, to those who would like to explore the possibilities of alternative treatment, do so with an open mind. Talk to people like myself, there are many of us out there. Go to health shows. Do not be bothered or swayed by those around you that continue to remain ignorant. There is a saying “Nothing is possible to a closed mind, but anything is possible to an open mind.”

Good luck; Good health,

Gary McGowan --- A Survivor


UPDATE TO THE ABOVE:

Since writing this article I have added to my protocol the following supplement, etc. I hope that this information will be of assistance to you.

Moducare Sterinol, a product that contains “Sterols and Sterolins” Published research, performed by Prof.P.Bouic, Ph.d., a leading Immunologist, demonstrates that plant sterols and sterolins, commonly found in all fruits and vegetables, are important in the functioning of the body’s immune system, and this formulation is made up of those properties. Can be obtained in any good Health Store.

I also take a supplement called AG-Immune, recommended by Dr.Jesse A Stoff. Tremendous for the Immune system.

IP-6 and Inositol, Can be obtained from any good Health Store along with information regarding its benefits.

I also take Lycopine, Folic Acid, Silymarin (very beneficial for the liver) and Evening Primrose.

I have also added a new product that has very strong cancer fighting properties ( Immune Enhancing Complex.). The name is MGN3. This product is from Lane Labs, Allendale, N.J. (www.lanelabs.com)

One might say that I take anything that is offered, but believe me when I say that all of these supplements and nutrients have been proven to be of great assistance in feeding the body, and it’s immune system to keep it in peak working order.

ONE SHOULD NOT TAKE HIS/HER HEALTH FOR GRANTED; TO DO SO WOULD BE VERY FOOLISH.

As of January 7 my PSA reading is .45.

P.S. I mentioned that I also take a herbal tea that has helped me reduce the size of my prostate to normal. (Small Flower Willow Herb). I swear by it!!
Another book that I recommend for reading is called The Prostate Miracle by Jesse A Stoff, M.D.


JESSE A. STOFF is a Medical Doctor, a Certified Naturopathic Physician, and a licensed Homeopathic Physician. He is involved with many professional activities, including serving as the President of Immune Consultants, P.L.L.C. and the Medical Director for Integramed, a large multi-disciplinary integrative medical practice in Tucson, Arizona. A graduate of New York Medical College, he pursued extensive post-doctoral training, including a fellowship at the Royal London Homeopathic Hospital in London, England. He has been the featured guest on the American Medical Association television program, “Grand Rounds,” and has been interviewed on many national programs ranging from “The Today Show” and “Larry King Live” to “Geraldo.” Dr. Stoff has authored numerous articles and books, including co-authoring the bestseller Chronic Fatigue Syndrome:
The Hidden Epidemic. He is asked to lecture frequently at large national and international medical conferences on the topics of cancer immunology and immune reconstitution. As a member of the Clinical Nutrition Board of Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Inc., he is designing treatment protocols to take integrative oncology into the 21st century.

Dr.Stoff is associated with a Company called Body Wise, who produce many products for various ailments. One such product is International AG-Immune. Information on all products can be obtained on their web site http://www.bodywise.com/.

Remember, that as you progress, some of the protocols that you are using may eventually be replaced with others that have been tested, and found to be more effective. I personally do not hesitate to investigate, and try them. It does not take long to notice their effect, and if it is positive, continue.

NOTE: I always consult my Doctor is San Diego to get his opinion of what I am about to take, he has been a tremendous help, and support, since I was at the clinic.

Further to the above.

I have purchased 2 new Ozone generating units, and a Thermo Therapy Unit. Each of these units is inexpensive compared to the benefits that they provide. I have also purchased a Far Infrared Sauna for my Rec. room. This sauna has many health benefits as well as being used for pleasure.

All of the above may seem like a lot but I have managed to consolidate many of the protocols.

Further update:

In the fall of 2006 my PSA started to elevate again, and reached 38. I had the usual “Bone Scan” “MRI” “Pet Scan” and “Ultra Sound”, which all indicated that the tumor was still encapsulated in my prostate gland. I immediately changed my protocols, and went back on a mild form of “Hormone Blocker”, which did lower my PSA, but not to the point that I felt comfortable, so I started to look for other clinics that have had a good success rate of Prostate Cancer cures.

I first chose “Leonardis” in Germany, which is where Farah Fawcett, Roy Horn, and many other notable personalities have gone for treatment. Unfortunately, after a month, my success was less than I had hoped for, so I returned to Canada to begin a new search.

I then went to the “Oasis of Hope” in Tijuana, Mexico, where I received a different protocol, but again, with little success. My next clinic was “Stella Maris” in Tijuana that is headed by Dr. Alberto Alvarez. He employees a similar, but slightly different approach, and I have had some good results.
Since I have been doing alternative treatments from the beginning in 1996, my cancer has become somewhat resistant to many forms of treatment, which forces me to keep searching for something new, and as time goes on there have been many new techniques, and protocols come to light. In order for me to have some breathing space in my search I have resorted to taking a more aggressive hormone blocker (Zoladex) to knock the cancer back, but I will be getting off of that approach as soon as I can.

NOTE: There are conventional treatments out there that were not available to me 10/11 years ago, and
I continue to evaluate them for side effects, etc. My continuing goal is to find a good treatment
That combines both “Conventional & Alternative” modalities.

At present I am doing Parasite Cleanse, Kidney Cleanse, Coffee Enemas, Magnesium Chloride, and Sodium Bicarbonate Enemas, all a must to get the body back to a state of good health, and to enhance the immune system. Other parts of my protocol include “Rife Frequency” “Hilda Clark’s” Parasite Zapper”, “Magnetic Pulsar” to stimulate the lymph system, ozone rectal insufflation, and of course my daily vitamins, and minerals.

There are a few other things that I am doing, but to go into them here would be too lengthy, but I would be willing to discuss some of them if anyone was interested.

If all of what I have done, or am doing seems too daunting, or over whelming, I would like to remind all that CANCER is a war that it does not want to lose, and my body wants to win. To simply give in to conventional treatment may have disastrous consequences down the road, as I am sure that many have read about. I personally do not want to go there unless I have no other choice.

© 2008 G.R.McGowan

What it's like to me.

What photography is to me, is what music is like to others. When I look at something that I would like to capture with my camera, I try to hear what the image is trying to say to me. When I see a Waterfalls, I hear the power of the water spilling over the top, and crashing into a pool below, like thunder might sound like. A river tells me. where it has been, and where it may be going, along with the ostacles that it will face. Mountain scenes talk to me about the awesome power that they have, and the destruction that can be visited upon those who would destroy, or abuse them. If only one would listen to the scenes before the push the shutter button, they will tell you just how you should take their picture. I believe very strongly that all that we see can tell you s story if only you would listen. My thought for the day.

Covered Bridge

A Covered Bridge in Vermont, USA

© 2008 Sylmac

Pine Brook Covered Bridge

Pine Brook Covered Bridge, Vermont, USA.

© 2008 Sylmac

A very voracious bug.

I don't know this bug's name, but I can tell that it is a very ugly, and voracious critter

© 2008 Sylmac

Away for awhile

It is not often that I put pen to paper, or fingers to my keyboard to write, but I thought that the following may be of some help to someone. While I was away attending to some personal issues I rarely took up my camera to take pictures, even though it was beside me all the time. The desire had not left me, but the get up and go had. My personal issues were starting to consume my every thought, and actions, to the point were I had to have a serious talk with myself, and get back on track, It was then that I came to the realization that my photography was really a medicine in disguise, and that starting to take small doses of picture taking I started to get that old feeling back.. I think the moral of this type of story is that one's passion for something like photography, etc. can, and should be used as part of the healing process. It clears the mind, energizes, and makes one see that issues are nothing more than temporary roadblocks on life's journey. When used properly it is amazing what it can do. Does this make sense? I think so.

Amass River Gorge

This is the Amass River Gorge that parallels the train tracks into Silverton.

© 2008 Sylmac

Colorado Mountain Range

A mountain range just outside Silverton Colorado.

© 2008 Sylmac

Colorado Mountain Peak

Taken in Colorado near Silverton.

© 2008 Sylmac

Colorado Rockies

Taken just outside Silverton, Colorado.

© 2008 Sylmac

A Bridge Over

A fall morning, mist rising, and the sun starting to show through. Taken in Arrowhead Provincial Park, Ontario, Canada.

© 2008 Sylmac

An Arubian Sunset. Simply awesome.

© 2008 Sylmac

An Arubia Beach Bar

An Arubia Beach Bar. What a great place to kick back, and have a Pina Collata.

© 2008 Sylmac

An Arubian Beach Scene

Aruba is a glorious place to kick back, and relax.

Same Cornfield

This is the same cornfield, but I use an "Ultra Contrast " to dramatize the image. This show how surreal one can get with HDR processing.

A Local Cornfield

It is amazing what pictures can be taken of a simple cornfield. The angle give two distinct triangles. Camera Canon 40D, Tokina 12-24mm wide angle lens at 12mm. Three exposures taken, and processed in an HDR program.

Sails across the sunset

It is amazing what pictures present themselves when sitting on the beach in Aruba, Taken with a Canon 20D, 70-300mm lens with graduated filters.

An Arubian Sunset

This sunset was taken in Aruba using a Canon 20D, 70-300mm lens, with graduated filters.

An Autumn River Scene

This fall scene was taken early in the morning in Arrowhead Provincial Park, Ontario, Canada just after the mist had risen.

Deep Woods Water Falls

This Water Falls is deep in the woods in the Algonquin Park area of Ontario, Canada

A Bridge

A bridge deep in the woods at Lake Arrowhead, Ontario, Canada early in the morning s the mist was rising.

Country Side Scene B

Another country side scene, which was process in an HDR imaging program. Camera Canon 40D, Tokina 12-24mm wide angle lens. AEB Bracketing. Exposures -2, +0, +2

Country Side Scene A

Country Side Scenes make great images for HDR processing. Camera used Canon 40D, Tokina 12-24mm wide angle lens, AEB Exposures -2, +0, +2

A Ghostly Castle

Boldt Castle, located in the St.Lawrence River is a very candidate for HDR processing.

Country Side Barn

A country side barn in the early afternoon. Camera, Canon 40D, Tokina 12-24mm lens @ 24mm. AV F7.1 AEB 1/250, 1/1000, 1/4000 sec's. Exp.Comp EV -2, +0, +2