Preventive Health

Allergy prevention:
black cumin
black tea
butterbur, more, more, more
vitamin C
cat's claw (Uncaria tomentosa)
carotenoids
curcurmin (from turmeric)
vitamin D
dust mite caution
elderberry
flax or fatty fish, more (omega-3 fats)
beta-glucan
Bifidobacterium longum
goldenseal
green tea
beware hair dye containing PPD
hot peppers (contains capsaicin)
Lactobacillus acidophilus
lactobacillus rhamnosus
licorice root (Glycyrrhiza glabra L.)
loquat leaves (Eriobotrya japonica)
peppermint
avoid dichlorophenol-containing pesticides
probiotic therapy
propolis
pycnogenol (grape seed extract is close)
lots of salad, more
quercetin
white fruits and veggies
rose extract
rosemary
salt water nasal spray
seaweed
soy, more
stinging nettle, more
minimize stress, more
Additional information
Treating Alzheimer's:
see the Long Term Cognition section for Alzheimers prevention
acetyl-L-carnitine, more, more, more, more
alpha-GPC (choline alfoscerate)
alpha lipoic acid, more
amla (Anwala churna)

arginine
ashwagandha, more (Withania somnifera)
anatabine, more
peppers, tobacco, eggplant, green tomatoes
antiviral drugs
Anwala churna (Emblica offinicalis)
apples
astaxanthin, more, more
B vitamins
Bacopa monnieri, more
bamboo, more (Bambusae concretio Salicea)
berberine, more
bay leaf (Laurus nobilis)
berries, more
B-vitamins
cannabis, more, more, more, more, more, more
chocolate, more, more
choline alfoscerate
cinnamon (liver caution)
clioquinol, more
CO-Q10 (or idebenone (more), more, more
coconut, more, more, more, more, more, maybe not (more)
anti-inflammatory
coffee, more, more
curcumin, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more (from turmeric)
vitamin D
deferiprone, more, more
having a dog
dong quai (Angelica sinensis)
doxycycline, more
drumstick tree (Moringa oleifera)
vitamin E
electric shocks?
estradiol
Evodia rutaecarpa
exercise
flax, walnuts, or oily fish, more, more, more, more
garlic
genistein, more, more (from soy)
ginkgo biloba, more, more, more
goji, more (Lycium barbarum)
grape seed extract, more, more (grape seed equivalent to pycnogenol)
green tea, more, more, more, more

in combination with huperzine A
horny goat weed (Epimedium species)
huperzine A, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
kava (Piper methysticum)
ketogenic diet (related to coconut oil, above)
L-theanine, more
lecithin
lemon balm (Melissa officinalis)
levetiracetam
lipoic acid, more, more
low-methionine diet
luteolin, more, more (in celery, peppers, oranges, thyme)
lycopene (cooked tomatoes)
lysine
magnesium
mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana)
Mediterranean diet
melatonin, more
music therapy
nattokinase
n-back
niacinamide, more, more
nicotine (not effective in diabetics)
phosphatidylserine, more
protein restriction
piperine
prazosin
red yeast rice
red wine
resveratrol, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more
saffron, more
sage tea, more, more, more, more, more
sea cucumber
silicon
beer, bananas, and string beans
minimize stress
soy, more
sulphoraphane
discontinue statin drug use (see cholesterol, below)
tetracyclines
L-theanine
therapeutic touch
zinc
the problems with Alzheimer's drugs
Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS - Lou Gehrigs Disease)
calorie restriction caution
cannabis, more, more, more
carotenoids (a plant-based diet)
melatonin
Sirt1 gene activation (see Sleep for more on Sirt1)
Arthritis prevention/treatment (see also Natural anti-inflammatory and pain medications
section
apple cider vinegar
arnica, more
ashwagandha
Bacillus coagulans
black cohosh root (Cimicifuga racemosa)
boswellia, more (Boswellia serrata or Frankincense)
broccoli, more
bromelain, more, more
burdock
vitamin C, more
calorie restriction, more, more
cannabis, more, more
carotene
red, orange, and yellow veggies
castor oil
cat's claw, more (Uncaria tomentosa)
cayenne
Chinese herbs
cilantro
circadian clock synchonization
citrus peel
coconut
coffee caution
complementary medicine
devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens)
curcumin, more (component of turmeric)
vitamin D, more, more
limit dairy
dental diligence
earthing
ergothioneine, more
essential oils, more
exercise, more
fasting
fish/flax/chia/walnuts, more, more, more
frankincense (boswellia) more
fucoidan (found in bladderwrack and kelp)
garlic
germanium, more
ginger
glucosamine
gossypin (see the cancer section for more on gossypin)
green tea, more
hormones
minimize inflammation, see inflammation below
be careful with iron
vitamin K, more (found in most green veggies, kale is the richest source)
kelp (may supply too much iodine)
krill oil
meditation, more, more, more
mirrors
mud therapy, more
mushrooms
NSAID caution
omega-3 fatty acids, more, more (flax, fish), more
oregano oil
paleo (grain and dairy-free) diet
parsley
pau d'arco, more
minimize exposure to perfluorochemicals (PFCs)
phellodendron bark
pomegranates
pumpkin seeds, more
raspberries
resveratrol
rosemary
S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe)
sarsaparilla root
minimize high-heeled shoes, more
stinging nettle, more, more
sulphur baths
sunlight
tai chi, more, more, more
thunder god vine, more (Tripterygium wilfordii)
turmeric, more, more
vegetarian diet, more
vinpocetine
white willow bark (Salix alba)
Asthma prevention:
avoid acetaminophen, more, more (Tylenol, etc)
astragalus
boswellia (frankincense)
broccoli
vitamin C, more
calorie restrictioin, more
carotene
avoid cholesterol drugs
cleaner caution
vitamin D, more
dirt
fish/flax/chia/walnuts/purslane, more
minimize inflammation see inflammation below
ma haung
magnesium, more
meditation
avoid phthalates, more
lots of salad (folate)
schisandra
a vegetarian or (better) vegan diet
Treating asthma
basil (Ocimum sanctum)
boiled carom (Trachyspermum copticum) seeds, inhale
cloves relieves chest tightness
black cumin, more (Nigella sativa)
vitamin D, more
question the diagnosis
essential oils
fenugreek
garlic
ginger (Zingiber officinale)
lemon scent
avoid microwaves
mullein (a common weed)
nettle root
pycnogenol (grape seed extract is close and a lot less expensive)
cooked tomatoes
tiotropium (heart drug)
Ways to lower blood pressure:
acetyl-L-carnitine, more, more, more
n-acetyl-L-cysteine
acupuncture
limit alcohol
almonds
aloe vera juice
alpha-Lipoic acid and acetyl-L-carnitine
angelica, more
apple cider vinegar, more
apricots
L-arginine
antioxidants for those with peripheral artery disease
aspirin at night
astaxanthin, more
banana
basil
beet juice, more, more
berries
control blood sugar, more, more
brown seaweed (Undaria pinnatifida)
vitamin C, more
cabbage
calcium, more
kale
see Osteoporosis for more on calcium
calorie restriction, more
a low-carb diet
low-glycemic carbohydrates
cannabis
cardamom
cauliflower
cayenne
celery, more
celery seed, more
chlorella, more, more
Co-Q10 (or idebenone (more)
coconut water
cumin
dark chocolate, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
cordyceps, more, more

cranberries
vitamin D, more, more, more, more, more, more
DASH diet
earthing?
egg whites (I wont touch this due to the ultra high content of methionine - see long-term
cognition and longevity sections)
essential oils, more
exercise, in short spurts
keep insulin resistance low = exercise!
intermittent fasting
fennel, more
fenugreek
fiber, more, more, more
flax seed, more (or fish), more, more
folate (fresh greens)
foreskolin
avoid added fructose(or added sucrose)
Fructose in fruits is OK due to the fiber. (more)
garlic, more, more, more
gazpacho, more
ginger
glutamic acid
minimize grains, starches, and sugar
whole grains
grape seed extract, more (tastes terrible)
grapefruit
grapes, more, more
hawthorne, more
red grapefruit juice
hawthorne berry
hibiscus tea, more, more
hot peppers?, more, more
humor
kiwi, more
lipoic acid
lupin
magnesium, more, more, more
melatonin, more, more, more, more
minimize nitrates
nattokinase, more
nuts, more
olive leaf, more
extra virgin olive oil
onions
orange juice
oregano
paleo grain and dairy-free) diet, more
parsely (but not too much)
panax ginseng, more, more
a pet
a plant-based diet
pomegranate
potassium, more, more (bananas, oranges, kiwi, veggies)
potatoes, especially purple potatoes, more
pycnogenol (grape seed extract is equivalent, and cheaper - and it tastes terrible)
Qigong, more
quercetin
raisins
reishi mushroom
limit salt (does not affect all this way can be canceled out with enough potassium)
salt sources
schisandra
seaweed
black sesame meal
sesame seed, more, more, more
sex
siberian ginseng
sleep, more, more
soy
spinach, more
spirulina
sugar caution, more, more, more
sunshine, more
tai chi, more
taurine, more
black tea
don't smoke tobacco (see long-term cognition for help on quitting)
cooked tomatoes (tomatoes are most nutritious when cooked)
tribulus
turmeric
valerian
vegetarian diet
dark green veggies
wakame seaweed
watermelon, more
weight loss, more, more, more
limit wheat
yogurt
hypertension meds best before bed
avoid hypertension meds, if possible, more, more, more, more
Additional information, more, more
Common Stuff that Raises Blood Pressure:
St. John's wort, ephedra/ma huang, yohimbine and licorice
glucosamine
stress (duh!)
coffee (for three hours)
diet soda
too much alcohol
antidepressants during pregnancy
aspartame (Nutrasweet)
energy drinks
fatty foods
too much food
fructose, more, including high fructose corn syrup
sucrose (table sugar) is one half fructose
herpes see long-term cognition for how to suppress herpes
hormone replacement therapy
licorice
free radicals (be slim)
maybe not too much salt!
excessive sitting
yohimbe
Lowering blood sugar
low-dose alcohol with meals
amla (Phyllanthus emblica) (Indian gooseberry)
apple cider vinegar, lipoic acid, CoQ10, pyridoxamine
avocados
barley
vitamin C
caffeine, more, more
chia seeds
chromium, more
cinnamon, more (liver caution)
cloves, more
green coffee beans
earthing
exercise the most important thing!, more
after a starchy meal
intermittent fasting, more
fenugreek
ginger
ginseng, more
glycemic index diet, more, more, more
goat's rue (Galega officinalis)
green tea with starchy food, more, more
Gymnema
juniper berries
vitamin K
licorice
magnesium (a plant-based diet)
mediterranean diet, more
nuts, more, more
okra
osha root (Ligusticum porteri)
resistance training
rosemary
rye
sage tea
schisandra
Chinese skullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis)
silymarin (milk thistle (Silybum marianum))
avoid statin drugs
avoid sucralose
sumac
tai chi
vinegar, more
minimize wheat
more blood sugar information
Anti-cancer
vitamin A
n-acetyl-cysteine
acid-alkaline balance (body pH), more, more, more (see also baking soda)
adiponectin
be slim and avoid diabetes
adzuki beans
limit alchohol, more
almonds
andrographis (Andrographis paniculata)
angelica, more
anise
apigenin (celery and parsley, chamomile tea, and a plant-based diet)
apples, more, more
arginine
artesunate
artichokes, more, more
asparagus
aspirin, more, more, more
ashwagandha, more, more, more, more, more
astaxanthin, more, more, more
astragalus, more, more
autophagy (see autophagy in the longevity section below)
avocados, more
do not overdo the B vitamins
bacopa monniera
baking soda (see also acid-alkaline balance)
bananas
barley
basil, more, more
bat plant (Tacca chantrieri)
bay leaf
beans and peas (pulses)
bee propolis vs. prostate cancer
beets, more, more, more
berberine, more
beta alanine (in mice)
beta glucan
try to avoid needle biopsies
birch, more, more
bitter melon
black tea
blackberry tea
blueberries, more, more, more
boron
boswellia (Boswellia serrata)
branched chain amino acids
broccoli, more, more, eat the stem too!
spice it up, more, especially with mustard leaf or radish, very lightly cooked or raw,
enhanced by an alkaline diet
bromelain, more, more
bupleurum, more, more
vitamin C, more, more, more
cabbage, more
caffeine, more
calcium, more, more, more
calorie restriction, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more, more
cannabis, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
capsaicin (hot peppers), more, more
caraway
a low-carbohydrate (ketogenic) diet, more, more, more, more
cardamom, more
carotene, more, more
carrots
cat's claw, more, more (Uncaria tomentosa)
celery
celery seed
chaparral, more
cherries, more, more
chervil
chestnuts
chicory, more
Chinese skullcap, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
(Scutellaria baicalensis)
chives
chlorophyll
chlorophyllin
chocolate, more, more, more, more, more
chrysanthemum extract
chrysin
cilantro
cinnamon, more, more (liver caution)
citrus, more, more, more, more, more
modified citrus pectin, more, more, more
citrus peel, more, more, more, more
fresh whole cranberries
cleavers tea, more
Japanese clover (Kummerowia striata)
cloves, more
cranberries
coffee, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more
cordyceps
coriander
cranberries
cruciferous veggies, more, more
cucumbers
cumin, more
n-acetyl cysteine
dark chocolate
vitamin D, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
dandelion, more, more, more, more, more (Taraxicum officinale)
dichloroacetic acid, more, more, more, more, more
DCA warning
dill
vitamin E from diet - not pills
echinacea
eggplant
enriched environment (social engagement)
exercise - the most important thing!, more, more, more, more, more, more
vigorous exercise vs. prostate cancer, vs. other cancers
vs. breast cancer, more
resistance training, more, more
fasting, more, more
fennel, more
fenugreek
fermented foods
fever
fiber, more
figs
fisetin, more (found in strawberries and mangoes)
fish/flax/walnuts/purslane, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, fish vs.
breast cancer
fish oil + cucurmin
flax seed, more, more, more, more, more (must be ground for maximum absorption, and should
not be cooked)
flax seed vs. prostate cancer (more), vs. breast cancer, (more, more) omega-3 vs. skin
cancer (more)
forest bathing
fucoidan found in kelp and bladderwrack
fucoxanthin, more, more
gamma tocopherol
sesame seeds
gamma-tocotrienol, more
garlic, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, #1!
best raw, more, more
germanium, more, more
Geum japonicum
ginkgo biloba
American ginseng
ginger, more, more, more, more
ginseng
glucosamine
glucose restriction (calorie restriction would do it)
goji tea
goldenseal, more, more
goldthread (coptis groenlandica)
gossypin found in a plant-based diet and hibiscus blossoms
grape seed extract, more, more, more, more, more, more
grapes
green tea, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more
especially in combination with quercetin
gynostemmma tea
manuka honey
horsetail
icariin (found in horny goat weed)
reduce IGF-1, more (see Common Stuff that Causes Cancer for more information)
control inflammation, more (see Inflammation, below)
iodine, more, more
beta ionone
vitamin K2, more
a ketogenic (low starch/sugar) diet, more, more, more, more
Korean ginseng (Panax ginseng)
lavender
lemon juice
lemongrass tea
licorice, more, more, more, more, more
a healthy lifestyle vs. prostate cancer
litchi fruit
lovage (Levisticum officinale)
lunasin
lupeol
lycopene, more, more, more, more, more, more (cooked tomatoes is the richest source)
maca
mangos
manto de la virgen (Fagonia cretica)
masturbation vs. prostate cancer
mate tea
may apple, more
melatonin, more, more., more, more
avoid late-night blue light and alcohol (more), and strong electromagnetic fields (more)
Metformin, more, more, more (diabetic drug)

methionine restriction, more (see a plant-based diet entry below, also the methionine entry in
long-term cognition, below)
methylsulfonylmethane (MSM)
avoid microwave popcorn
milk thistle
mint
modified citrus pectin, more, more, more, more, more
MSM
mushrooms of all kinds, more, more, more, more, more
mustard
mustard seed, more
inhibit Nf-kappaB
grape seed extract, resveratrol, cruciferous veggies, yerba mate, curcumin, aspirin,
green tea, quercetin
nigella sativa
black nightshade, more, more, more (Solanum nigrum)
nisin
noni, more (Morinda citrifolia)
nutmeg
olive leaf
olive oil
oolong tea
extra virgin olive oil, more
olives
omega-3/omega-6 ratio
oolong tea, more
oranges, more
oregano
papaya, and papaya leaf
parsley
pau d'arco, more, more
peaches, more
peas
phytoestrogens
pineapple
piperine (black pepper)
a plant-based diet, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
phytonutrients, chlorophyll
changes genes!
pistachios
polyphenol antioxidants
pomegranates, more, more, more, more, more, more

prebiotics
prickly pear
probiotics
propolis, more, more, more
a low protein diet
PSA tests not worth it
pumpkin
pumpkin seeds
purple sweet potatoes
purslane (Portulaca oleracea) (a common weed)
quercetin, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
radicchio
radishes
red wine, more
resveratrol, more, more, more, more, more
rhodiola, more, more
rhubarb
rooibos tea
rosemary, more, more, more, more, more
rutabaga
rutin
saffron, more
sage
salad vs bowel cancer
go easy on salt
saponins
peas, soybeans
sarsaparilla
savory (Satureja hortensis L.)
schisandra
seaweed
selenium, more, more, dietary selenium (not supplements!)
sesame, more
sesame lignans (from un-hulled brown sesame seed)
sex
silibinin, more (milk thistle extract)
sleep, more, more, more, more
stay slim, more, more, more, more
avoid soda (more), especially diet soda
soy, more (genistein), more, more, more, more
spinach, more, more, #1!
spirulina, more
squeezing breasts vs. breast cancer
strawberries, more, more, more

avoid stress, more (see Stress, below)
sulphoraphane (found in broccoli)
sunlight through windows, but not (moderate) direct sunlight, more, more
moderate sun vs. pancreatic cancer
morning sun is safer
sunscreen warning
minimize sugar
sulfur, more, more, more, more
healthy diet far better than relying on antioxidant supplements
avoid supplements containing only alpha tocopherol, more, more
sweet wormwood (Artemisia annua), more, more
tarragon
taurine
tea, more
Thapsia garganica
thunder god vine, more, more (Tripterygium wilfordii)
thyme, more
tomatillo (Physalis longifolia) (a weed common in Kansas)
triphala, more, more, more
tribulus
tulsi aka holy basil (Ocimum sanctum)
turmeric, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
vegan diet (a plant-based diet)
all green veggies, more, more, more
walnuts, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
water, more
watercress
red wine
winter squash
yerba mate tea
yerba santa
more anti-cancer: here, here, here, here, here
Common Stuff that Causes Cancer
abdominal fat
acetaminophen (Tylenol), more, more, more
acidic pH level
acrylamide, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
where it is, more, more
advanced glycation end products (see Avoiding Parkinsons for more information)
air fresheners, more, more
air pollution
aflatoxin, more, more (improperly stored peanuts and soybeans)

too much alcohol (more), even in mouthwash, even a little alcohol
best consumed with food, more
aluminum, more, more, a dissenting view (see long-term cognition for more information)
animal origin fats, proteins, and sugars promote pancreatic cancer (includes milk and eggs!)
antibiotics
Aristolochia sp. found abundantly in Chinese medicine.
arsenic in drinking water (more), in rice (brown rice appears worst), in chicken, even in plants
fertilized with chicken manure!
asbestos
aspartame, more, more (Nutrasweet)?
B vitamin supplement overdosing
benzene
potassium benzoate, sodium benzoate (both plus vitamin C)
BHA, more (butylated hydroxy anisole)
maybe not, more
bisphenol A, more, more, more
heat causes leaching into water, minimize canned foods, register receipts
high blood sugar in women
polycarbonate and even metal bottles
foods heated in plastic
glcannabis causative of testicular cancer in young men
canned food, more, more
cadmium (see long-term cognition for more on cadmium)
caramel coloring in sodas, more
excessive dietary carbs
cheese
child abuse
choline in meat and eggs
hexavalent chromium
cleaning products caution
contraceptive pills
non-stick cookware - see microwave popcorn, below
many cosmetics
excessive creatine
too much dairy
dental x-rays (particularly for children)
DDE, DDT
type 2 diabetes drugs sitagliptin and exenatide
being type 2 diabetic
diesel exhaust, more
eggs, red meat, poultry, more, more, more, more, more
strong electromagnetic fields, more, more
estrogen
lack of exercise, more, more

a high-fat (Atkins or fast food) diet
fire retardants, more, more
fireplace smoke
compact fluorescent bulbs
fluoride, more, more
selenium (more) (garlic, brazil nuts), vitamin E
formaldehyde
deep fried foods, more
excessive fructose, more (also sucrose)
fusobacterium
ass fibers, more, more
cigarette filters, insulation
Helicobacter pylori (the one that causes ulcers - preventable by antibiotics)
a high glycemic diet, more
glyphosphate, more, more, more
refined grains
high blood pressure
high blood sugar in women
IGF-1, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
avoid diary and meat, avoid a high-protein diet (more), avoid BCAAs, practice calorie
restriction (more), a plant-based diet (more, more, more, more, more, more), consume
seaweed,
medical imaging
inflammation, more, more, more, more (see Natural anti-inflammatory and pain
medications\practices, below)
too much iron, more, more, more, more (see avoiding type 2 diabetes for more on iron)
Lantus (insulin drug)
lead
night shift work
night-time lighting
mammograms, more
meat, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
even handling chicken!
If one does eat meat, cook it at a low temperature.
too much methionine, more, more, more
see long-term cognition for methionine sites
2-methylimidazole (brown coloring in soda)
4-methylimidazole (brown coloring in soda), more, more
milk, milk fat, more, more, more, more
skin creams containing mineral oil
mosquito coil smoke
nanotech?
sodium nitrite (in processed meat)
obesity, more, more, more, more, more, more

opioid-based pain killers
poor oral health
pain killers, more, more
papilloma virus (causes warts also)
perfluorooctanoic acid, more, more See Heart Health for additional information
perfluorooctane sulfonate, more, more
microwave popcorn
propolis
PCBs
incidental radiation
radon gas
Roundup herbicide (glyphosate)
vinegar, more, more
safflower oil
excessive salt, more, more, more, more, more, more
shift work, more, more
Gulf shrimp
Simple Green (non-toxic cleaner)
excessive sitting
excessive sleep
smoking tobacco
soft drinks
sodium nitrite
too much starch
statin drugs, more, more
stress, more, more (see stress below)
excessive sugar, more, more, more
sugary soft drinks, more, more
excess thyroid medication
tobacco smoking, but not cannabis
trans fats (partially hydrogenated oils), more
trichloroethylene
excessive tryptophan, more, more
TSA scanners(more), but not mobile phones (more, more, or maybe so (more))
well, maybe mobile phones (this, however, was a weak study)
styrene, more, more
dental x-rays?
more cancer causes
Candida
see also Antifungal
information, more
aloe vera
broccoli and cabbage

chamomile
garlic
ginger
common myrtle oil (Myrtus communis)
pau d'arco
gray santolina (Santolina chamaecyparissus)
Childrens health and prenatal (under construction)
Children are not little adults. That is why we have pediatricians like Dr. Craig Canapari
acrylamide caution
abuse causes cancer, stroke, anxiety disorder, and heart disease, and becomes a cycle
Toxoplasma gondii (from cats) causes maternal violence
maternal diabetes causes ADD
EEG biofeedback, exercise (more), how NOT to treat ADD, iron supplements for lowbirth weight, n-back vs. ADD (more), breast feeding vs. ADD, meditation vs. ADD, yoga
vs. ADD, sleep vs. ADD symptoms, exercise vs. ADD
ADD drug caution (more), nutrients that help, noise helps, organizational strategies, the
feingold diet is VALID, medication may not help in school, beware of inner-ear
disorders
air freshener caution
no alcohol, more
a maternal plant-based diet to avoid allergies
aluminum warning
infant formula caution (see long-term cognition for more on aluminum)
arsenic in chicken and pork, even from brown rice syrup in baby food!
avoid amalgam dental fillings
anesthetic caution
antibiotic-pregnancy caution
early antibiotic use causes obesity, and gut flora disruption
avoid aspartame, it may be causative of preterm birth (nutrasweet)
fast food begets childhood asthma, more
asthma information (see also asthma, above)
vitamin B12 during pregnancy
get them to bed on time
on behavior, more
chores
zinc support for healthy birth weight
avoid bisphenol A, more, more, more, more, more, damages childrens teeth, causes obesity,
causes antisocial behavior
see common stuff that causes cancer for more information
do future generations a favor and avoid this stuff

eat enough while pregnant!, more
avoid barbeque smoke
cannabis caution, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
cannabis pregnancy caution
Train your kids brain!, more, more, multi-sensory (more)
a second language (more, more), a social life, self-directed learning (more, more),
school, music instruction (more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more), art instruction, math (more, more, more (talk to your toddler!)), coding (more,
more, more, more, more, before they read!), early literacy, Zeenii
music practice suggestion
sports and executive function, walk to school, more, more
childrens online libraries
online learning (more, more), useful study technique (more)
read and talk to your baby, from the first day!
every interaction counts! Even playing with food!
forget IQ (more, more, more, more, more, more, more)
no garbage, more, more, more, more, more, more
Childrens minds are their own!
fish/flax/walnuts/purslane, more, more for better school performance
vegetarian or (better) vegan childhood diet for higher intelligence
prenatal mercury caution, avoid most fish and corn syrup
ADD
chlorella vs. mercury in the brain
get better grades (more, more, more)
sitting up and aerobic fitness helps
fluoride caution, more see common stuff that causes cancer for more on fluoride
limit TV, more
avoid flame retardants
found in household dust
coffee makes smaller brains (more), low birth weight (more, more)
obese moms beget dumb kids (maternal exercise for a smart kid! (more)), pesticides vs.
IQ, manganese vs. IQ
healthy diet for smart kids
maternal zinc and PUFAs for a bigger brain
paternal diet important also
breastfeed!, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
avoid bone loss during lactation
breast milk aroma vs. pain
promotes brain growth and success
resistance to candida, and celiac
may prevent ADHD
bromelain vs. breast enlargement
limit breakfast cereal, more, the box is more nutritious

vitamin C for fetal brain development
chicken vs healthy male genetalia
choline supplementation during pregnancy prevents schizophrenia
and makes smarter babies, more
and prevents spinal cord defects
on circumcision, more, more, more
citronella caution
cleaning products caution
limit corn and canola oil when expecting
co-sleeping is not safe, a rebuttal?
coughing not eased by antibiotics, but by honey
avoid cramming for tests
raising creative kids - musical training!
success is not always found in winning
dont let them cry
beware needless CT scans
cuddle, more, more, more
and roughhouse
be positive!
beware cyberbullying
child training
wheat bran vs. childhood diarrhea
dichlorobenzene caution
have a dog, more, let them play in the dirt
drug testing does more harm than good
hormone disrupting chemicals vs. later generations
vitamin D in pregnancy and lactation, more, more, more
versus allergies, vs colds and influenza, vs. critical illness
vitamin D and pathogens vs. type 1 diabetes (more, more)
see also below about cows milk being causative of type 1 diabetes
adolescent obesity begets type 2 diabetes
Mediterranean diet vs. gestational diabetes
eat together, more, no mush!
minimize electromagnetic field exposure while pregnant, more
enrich the environment, talk to toddlers
exercise to be slim, for heart health, avoid cancer, and to avoid diabetes (more, more), and to
promote a healthy adult lifestyle
exercise while pregnant for less risk
heart disease can start early
soy, more promotes healthy cardio health in offspring.
how to grow up
lead in childrens foods, more
n-3 fatty acids to avoid hyperactivity in teens, and psychological disorders
minimize n-6 fatty acids (such as corn oil) for less chance of newborn obesity
meat and passive smoke
vs. fertility
minimize fluoride exposure, more, more, a rebuttal (more)
avoid playing football, more
be French about food, avoid foods marketed toward children
fructose warning
vitamin D vs. gestational diabetes
glycol ethers cause birth abnormalities
beware glyphosate, more, more (Roundup herbicide)
gummy prenatal vitamins are deficient
iron caution during pregnancy
maternal junk food diet harms the baby, more
keep cool during labor
lavender aromatherapy vs. cholic
massage
infant milk formulas laced with aluminum
NSAID caution, more
ineffective at preventing febrile seizures
obese moms beget obese kids, more
no bedroom TV
sleep vs. obesity for adolescents
obese kids prone to asthma, and stupidity
citrus help for cardiovascular risk
Obese and carnivore mothers and obese fathers beget obese kids, who then live shorter lives..
obesogen caution, more, more
eat organic when expecting
poor stress response predicts obesity in children - see stress, below
exercise counters stress
pacifiers vs. boys emotional development
avoid over-parenting, more, more
avoid perfluorooctanoic acid, more, more
non-stick cookware, microwave popcorn bags
mobile phone caution, more
phthalates cause premature delivery
piperonyl butoxide prenatal caution, more
potty training guidelines
potty training Vietnamese style
vitamin D vs. preeclampsia
The prenatal spoken environment is important.
minimize punishment (use praise instead)
recess is important to prevent nearsightedness
regular sleep versus behavioral problems (parental bonding affects sleep)
limit social media
solid food too soon may cause allergies

do not spank, more, more, more
smarter discipline, more, make music
labelled praise
avoid humiliation as punishment
do not smoke tobacco, more (see long-term cognition for help on quitting)
Autism causes (other than genetic predisposition)
Maternal obesity, maternal weak thyroid, maternal autoimmune disease, induced labor,
inflammation (more), tobacco smoking, BDE-47 sodium valproate, grains, chemotherapy
drugs, aged fathers and mothers, fever, stress, folic acid deficiency, vitamin D
deficiency, and influenza,beget autism. Also these chemicals, altered gut bacteria, lead,
mercury (or not), and added fructose (or sucrose). Pharmaceutical and air pollution is
also suspected.
Consume folate (lots of salad). Avoid luteolin supplements.
Scan low-birth weight babies
Play games that they prefer!
Girls need different treatment, more
Enrichment therapy
Nei Yang Gong for improved self control

A ketogenic diet may help, so might n-acetyl cysteine
music vs. pain
Adequate maternal protein
resistance training for kids
fish/flax/chia/walnuts/purslane (omega-3 fatty acids) vs. schizophrenia
a better brain
fish caution (use algae-derived fish oil, also Now Foods claims to test for such
contamination in their fish oil supplements)
Wheat, cats, aged fathers, and childhood trauma may contribute to schizophrenia
Cannabis vs. schizophrenic psychosis
farmed salmon caution, seafood caution
about infant sleep
spirulina caution, more
Steer kids away from soda, more, more
and junk
soy warning, more (as found in baby food)
fathers stress affects mental development
exercise vs. childrens stress
let children talk to themselves
toss the TV, more, more, more, more (or at least take frequent breaks!)
do vaccinate!, more, more, more, more, more
not an autism risk, more
Think for yourself!
choice in veggies is best

video games sometimes promote junk food
water before school for better grades
on childhood obesity
fruit juice causes obesity (see more on this in the obesity section, below)
mental health sites, more, why kids resist veggies (ways to overcome this)
Cholesterol control
alfalfa, more
almonds
aloe vera
apple cider vinegar, apples
artichoke
astaxanthin, more
avocados
barley
basil
beets, more
blueberries, more
buckwheat
vitamin C
cayenne, more, more
celery
chicory
chromium
chocolate
citrus peel
cocoa, more, more
inhibits LDL oxidation
coconut oil, more, more
cordyceps, more
coriander seeds
cranberries, more, more
curcumin and capsaicin inhibit LDL oxidation
eggplant
avoid eggs and brains
exercise, more, more, more
fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum)
fiber, more
flax seed
garlic
ginger
green tea, more, more, more, more

avoid added fructose including high fructose corn syrup (sucrose is half fructose), more
hawthorn
hazelnuts, more (filberts)
hesperidin
honey
vitamin K2
depleted by antibiotics
kale
lecithin?, more
lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)
lupin
macadamia nuts
melatonin, more, more
motherwort
mushrooms, more
myrrh
niacin (not a panacea)
nutmeg
nuts are best source of phytosterols (control cholesterol)
oats
onions
orange peel, more
papaya
peanuts
pecans
pectin found in fruits like apples, guavas, mangoes and pears is soluble fiber
avoid perfluorochemicals
phytosterols, more, more, more (I get mine here)
pistachio nuts
a plant-based diet, more, more
polyphenols in olive oil
probiotics
psyllium (Plantage psyllium)
pu-erh tea
pumpkin seeds, more, more
quercetin
rosemary
rye bread
sage tea
no saturated fat
selenium caution
schisandra
sesame seeds (lignans from un-hulled brown sesame seeds), more, more
sunflower seeds
strawberries, more
minimize stress
tocotrienols
cooked tomatoes
avoid trans fats (partially hydrogenated oils)
turmeric, more
walnuts, more, more
watermelon
limit wheat
after 65, trying to control cholesterol may do more harm than good, more, more, more
more on cholesterol, more, more, more
the many perils of statin drugs, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more, more
do not combine statins with niacin
cholesterol unimportant - or negatively important!, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
avoid cholesterol oxidation
Long-term cognition (avoiding Alzheimer's, etc.)
vitamin A
acai (Euterpe oleracea)
acetyl-L-carnitine, more, more, more, more
acetyl-L-carnitine arginate
n-acetyl cysteine, more, more
minimize exposure to acrylamide
minimize advanced glycation end products (see avoiding Parkinsons for more information)
be adventurous, more
Aerobic exercise - the most important thing! more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
vigorous is best, more, more, more, more, more (break a sweat!)
non-vigorous exercise may not even help
never too late (more, more, more, more), avoid fitness goals, dont stop!
Aerobic exercise calorie restriction, and engagement promote adult neuroplasticity, but it
is a dual-edged sword (here is a positive edge).
limit alcohol, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
alpha-lipoic acid, more
avoid aluminum, more, more, more (drugs (Maalox, Mylanta), aluminum cans/ pots/milk
containers, frozen pizzas, cheese)
bacopa monnieri, berberine, citric acid, curcumin (more), folic acid, ginger, ginkgo biloba,
horny goat weed, lithium (more), n-acetylcysteine (more), propolis (more, more),
propolis, vitamin C (more), vitamin E (more)
angiotensin receptor blockers (blood pressure meds)

reject/remove amalgam fillings
amitriptyline
minimize anticholinergic drugs, more
avoid general anesthesia, more, more, more, more, more
anatabine, more, more (found in green peppers, eggplant, tobacco)
avoid anemia
general anesthesia caution
antidepressant treatment (see depression, below)
apples, more, more, more
ashwagandha, more
avoid aspartame (Nutrasweet), more, more, more, more, more, more, more
excitotoxicity explained
excitotoxin remedies: acupuncture, curcumin (more, more, more), ginger, grape
seed, L-theanine, methylcobalamin, nettle, quercetin, resveratrol (more, more),
saffron, schisandra
aspirin for elderly women at risk of heart disease, more, more, more
astaxanthin, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
astragalus
vitamin B12, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, B12 + B6
elderly need more
vitamin B9 (folate), more
B vitamins, more, more, more, more, more
bacopa monieri, more, more, more, more, more, more
avoid benzodiazepine, more (treats anxiety and insomnia)
avoid bisphenol A, more, more
see Common stuff that causes cancer for additional information
keep blood sugar low, more, more, more, more, more, more, more (see blood sugar, above)
keep blood pressure low, more, more (see blood pressure, above)
beet juice, more
berberine, more
all berries, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
but not with milk!
Bifidobacterium breve NCIMB 702258, more
bilingualism
keep blood pressure low-normal
keep blood sugar low, more, more, more, more, more, more
blue foods
blueberries, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
avoid artificial butter flavor (microwave and theatre popcorn)
vitamin C, more, more
cadmium caution, more
artichoke, melatonin,, piperine (more), quercetin (more), royal jelly, zinc (more, more,
more), taurine (more, more), curcumin (more, more, more, more), black cumin, chlorella,
naringenin, garlic (more, more), vitamin C, green tea

caffeine, more, more
calcium, magnesium, and potassium
more, be hungry
combined with exercise
avoid cancer
cannabis, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
no long-term harm, more, more, more, more
carnosine or a less expensive precursor beta alanine, more, more
carotene
celery, more, more, more
Chinese skullcap, more, more, more, more, more (Scutellaria baicalensis)
chiro-inositol
lecithin
chocolate, more, more, more, more, more
keep cholesterol optimal, more, more, more, more
choline
CDP-choline
GPC choline
cinnamon, more, more, more, more, more, more, more (liver caution)
citrus
modified citrus pectin vs. heavy metal poisoning, more
clioquinol - may prevent Alzheimer's
avoid cocaine
coconut oil, more
coffee, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
colostrum
Co-q10 (or idebenone)
copper caution (more, more, more), or maybe not
curcumin (more, more, more), green tea, capsaicin, R-lipoic acid, resveratrol
cranberries
cumin (Cuminum cyminum)
curcumin, more, more, more, more, more (from turmeric (oxalate caution))
the turmeric extract that I use (stains readily) - I mix it with phosphatidyl choline
(squeezed from a gel cap), I like to further mix it with a bit of peanut butter. Not all gel
caps are amenable to squeezing, but the brand I linked to is squeezable without
breaking.
Cyprenil/Deprenyl/Selegiline
vitamin D, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
be cautious of DEET - a rebuttal
there are natural alternatives, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
dental diligence, more, more, more
avoid depression (see Depression, below)

avoid diacetyl, found in artificial butter
avoid type 2 diabetes, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
(see Avoiding type 2 diabetes, below)
eat dirt
dong quai (Angelica sinensis)
vitamin E (from nuts and other plant sources), more, more, more, more
for women: estrogen therapy, more
avoid a high-fat (fast food) diet, more, more
avoid a very low-fat diet
fisetin, more, more (found in strawberries and mangoes)
fish/chia/walnuts/flax, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more (omega-3 fats)
flavonoids, more, more, more
flavonoid content of foods
minimize intake of fluoride, a rebuttal (more)
fluoride information
folic acid (get it from plants) (do not supplement)
minimize fried foods
avoid added fructose including high-fructose corn syrup or sucrose
avoid reheated frying oils
gamma tocopherol, more
sesame seeds
garlic, more, more
minimize general anesthesia
ginkgo, more, more
a contradicting study, more
ginseng, more, more
low glycemic index foods
goji (or wolfberry: Lycium barbarum)
gotu kola
grape juice, more
grape seed extract, more, more, more
green tea, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
green tea extract is more concentrated - probably better (tastes terrible) (liver caution)
but not with milk!
take care of your heart, more, more, more, more, more
avoid/cure Helicobacter pylori infections
wear a helmet, more, more, more, more, more, more, even when playing soccer
hesperidin (a citrus bioflavinoid)
keep homocysteine low
hormesis (mild stress)
avoid hospitals or at least insist on significant exercise!
hunger, more (as long as you don't live in a third world country)
keep human growth hormone (IGF-1) low, more (see Common Stuff that Causes Cancer for
more information)
control homocysteine levels
horse chestnut
huperzine (gives me gas and diarrhea)
idebenone, more
immunotherapy (there is lots on immunity, below, which might also help)
avoid inflammation, more, more (see Natural anti-inflammatory section, below)
forget IQ, more
iron caution, more, more
curcumin and green tea (see avoiding type 2 diabetes for more on iron)
suppress herpes, more
listed in order of efficacy in my experience:
astragalus, more, - in vitro and traditional medicine
cat's claw - in mice and traditional medicine (Uncaria tomentosa)
licorice root, more - in vitro, in mice, in vivo
BHT, more
lemon balm, more - in vitro and folk medicine (Melissa officinalis)
tansy - in vitro and folk medicine (Tanacetum vulgare)
fucoidan - traditional medicine
oregano oil
not tried:
barren strawberry - in vitro (Waldsteinia fragarioides)
coconut
coffee - in vitro
intravenous vitamin C vs. shingles (a form of herpes)
elephant's tongue - in vitro (Haemanthus albiflos)
Eleutherococcus - in vivo (Siberian ginseng)
golden everlasting - in vitro (Helichrysum aureonitens)
hyssop - in vitro (Hyssopus officinalis)
king of bitters - in vitro, in vivo, and folk medicine (Andrographis paniculata)
mint, more, more, more in vitro, in vivo, and folk medicine
pau darco - in vitro
propolis, more, more
quercetin - in vitro
sandalwood essential oil
sarsaparilla
tea tree oil - in vivo (topical use only)
thyme - in vitro
zinc - in vivo (topical use)
more supression info
avoid hospitalization when practical
hyaluronic acid
avoid inflammation, more, more

iodine
learn to juggle, more
kids need to limit junk food
great literature
vitamin K, more (kale is a rich source)
vitamin K2 (made in the body from vitamin K)
ketogenic diet, more, more, more, more
But dont go extreme
a second language, more, more, more, more
hand gestures help
avoid lead (contaminates Christmas lights, lipstick (more, more). hunted game (more))
garlic (more), cilantro (more, more), red cabbage, vitamin C and thiamine,
ashwagandha, gotu kola, chlorella, Chrysanthemum morifolium, curcumin (more, more),
flax, avoid fluoride, kombucha, maca, marjoram, myrrh, olive leaf, vitamin C (more,
more, more), silymarin
lemon balm
licorice
low-dose lithium, more, more
but not high-dose (used in treating bipolar disorder)
loquat (Eriobotrya japonica)
lutein ( found in green leafy veggies)
luteolin, more, more
peppers, celery, parsley
magic anti-aging elixer
magnesium, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
meditation, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
Mediterranean diet, more, more, more, more
melatonin, more, more, more
avoid mercury, more, more, more
how to avoid mercury, astaxanthin, Cipura paludosa, cilantro, curcumin, lipoic acid,
garlic (more, more), ginkgo biloba, glutathione, arginine, DHEA, holy basil, DHA,
propolis, quercetin, selenium (more, more), spirulina, tribulus terrestris, avoid Candida
fish caution (more)
methionine restriction, more, more. more
methionine in foods: here, here
I simply follow a vegan diet (excluding brazil nuts) to minimize methionine.
I take B12 subligually
Metformin caution (a rebuttal), take it with vitamin B12
minimize milk?
mindfulness, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
about mindfulness
learn music, more, more, more, more
n-back, n-back, n-back, n-back, n-back, n-back, n-back, n-back, n-back, n-back, n-back, n-back,
n-back, n-back, n-back

my favorite (free) n-back implementation. This is because it is so configurable
some n-back instruction, more
n-back (and other training) results, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
online n-back
other (free) effective brain games, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more
use it or lose it, more, more, more, more, more, more
a dissenting opinion (more, more), a rebuttal; it takes more than just n-back (more)
intense study changes the brain
never too late!, more
Even compassion is trainable!
for those with money
nattokinase, more, more
neck exercises vs. head trauma
minimize nitrates, more, more
nuts, more, more, more, more
avoid working in an office
olive leaf, more, more
olive oil, more
olives, more
oligomeric pranthocyanidins (grape seed extract is a potent source)
avoid chronic pain (see Inflammation and Pain, below)
avoid opioid pain meds
pecans
minimize pesticide exposure, more, more
PGC-1 alpha
cold exposure, endurance exercise
phosphatidylcholine, more
phosphatidylserine, more
piracetam, more
a plant-based diet, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
Polygonum multiflorum Thunb (Chinese herbal medicine)
polyphenols, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
bad phenols (more, more)
choose color and heirloom varieties
pomegranate vs. postoperative cognitive dysfunction
avoid undercooked pork
pregnenolone, more
proton pump inhibitor (acid reflux med) warning
PQQ
prickly pear, more, more
pterostilbene (in blueberries)
purple foods
purpose in life
quercetin
raw food diet caution
religion as a hippocampal threat
resistance training, more, more, more, more, more
resveratrol dose-dependent caution
use a reverse osmosis purification system
rhodiola
avoid rice bran
rose-colored glasses
rosemary, more
avoid Roundup (glyphosate)
vinegar, more, more
sage, more, more
lots of salad, more (folate)
avoid too much salt, more, more, more, more
low saturated fat, more, more, more (except coconut)
seafood caution
schisandra
sex
silicic acid
silymarin, more
SIRT3
calorie restriction
get enough sleep, more, more, more, more, more
Avoid obstructive sleep apnea (dont be fat)
be slim, more, more, more, more, more, more, even bariatric surgery helps
http://www.souvenaid.com/, (more, more) I don't know how they can patent this, but I strongly
suspect taking the ingredients (uridine, choline, omega-3, antioxidants (food is better than pills!)
and B vitamins) are much less expensive. This is where I get uridine.
uridine (triacetyluridine), more, more, more, more
sex
sirt1 gene activation (see Sleep for more on sirt1)
dont smoke tobacco, more
avoid passive smoke
life after quitting
never too late to quit, herbal help?, other methods, mindfulness, more, more, cannabis,
exercise (more, more, more), n-acetyl cysteine, gross-out!
spinach
SSRI antidepressant caution
Get treated immediately for mini strokes
limit sugar, more (simple starches (carbs) turn to sugars in the gut)
avoid statin drugs, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
Simvastatin, lovastatin, mevastatin, and the rest are neurotoxic!, more, more, more
limit stress, more, more, more (see stress, below)
but short-term stress is good
avoid refined sugars and simple starches (avoid fast food and sugary drinks)
sunlight
swimming in lakes is getting scary
tart cherries
testosterone, see better sex for additional information
take care of your thyroid
touch!
avoid tranquilizers
avoid trans fats (partially hydrogenated oils), more, more
avoid tricyclic antidepressants
keep triglycerides low
a vegan (plant-based) diet
vinpocetine, more
backward walking
walnuts
drink purified water
weight loss, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
red wine
expressive writing
yoga
yuzu (Citrus junos Tanaka)
zinc, more, more more, more
more on avoiding alzheimer's, more, more, more
a great brain site
additional information, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, neurobunk
Do not wait until Alzheimer symptoms appear to implement the above preventive measures!
The ability to imagine, in detail, is important for anyone who creates. I keep in practice by imagining 2digit colored numbers on a differently colored background. Those numbers rotate on a vertical axis, so
they momentarily appear backward. I do this exercise while I am counting off the seconds while
stretching. Working this into my routine means that it will happen. This ability, like any other, does get
easier with practice.
Short-term cognition:
we are all a little bit ADD
acetyl-L-carnitine
aerobic exercise - the most important thing! more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more
take-a-computer-break reminder program, further benefits
bacopa monniera
beet juice
beta alanine (in mice)

keep blood glucose low, more, more, more, more
chocolate, more
avoid cholesterol reducing drugs, more
circadian rhythm via normal light
Skip the comments to think clearly.
creatine, more
cyprenil/selgiline/deprenyl
vitamin D, stay alert with vitamin D
dimethylaminoethanol (DMAE)
distraction?
dopamine
tyrosine, exercise and meditation. vitamin B6, phenylalanine, beets, excitement, coffee
avoid anticholinergic drugs
avoid doorways
earplugs
electrical brain stimulation caution
eucalyptus aroma
exercise, more, more
fast food vs. alertness
clench your right fist
flax/fish/chia/walnuts/purslane
avoid added fructose, more, more
garlic
ginger (Zingiber officinale)
goji tea
gotu kola
green tea, more, more
guanfacine
chewing gum, more, more
idebenone
immune system maintenance - see immunity, below
lemon balm
bright light
low-fat diet
magnesium
metacognition
mindfulness for rapid recall
uplifting music
napping, more, more, more
enjoy nature, more
nitric oxide
sunlight
nutmeg
limit time spent online
peppermint (aroma)
piracetam, more
picamilon, more
pregnenolone
pyritinol
red light for the afternoon blahs
rhodiola, more
rosemary, more, more, more, more
sage tea
sex
sleep, more, more, more, more, more
Weekend sleep will not cover weekday deficit.
speak words aloud
avoid statin drugs
minimize stress
sugar crash (reactive hypoglycemia) is real, more, more
stevia
short-term stress
superbrain yoga
talk to yourself
taurine
uridine, more
wakeful resting
walnuts, more
water, more
weight loss
more on cognition enhancers, more, caution
Cramps
Cramping of extremities
calcium/magnesium/potassium
excessive supplemental vitamin D
herbs (I have not found these to be of much help)
stretch the affected muscle before bed (works for me!)
quinine (from tonic water)
I have personally found that eating too much mushrooms or red cabbage will cause
nighttime leg cramps, but I have overcome this with stretching.
Menstrual cramps
herbs, more
a plant-based diet
Crohns and other inflammatory bowel disease
Bacillus coagulans aka Lactobacillus sprogenes

broccoli
butyrate
cannabis, more, more, more, more
avoid oral contraceptives
curcumin (from turmeric)
DHEA
elemental diet
exercise
fasting
flax/chia/fish/purslane/walnuts
possible foods to avoid
Indian frankincense, more (Boswellia serrata)
glucosamine
mastic gum
meditation
a plant-based diet, more
plantains
probiotic yogurt
avoid sucralose
avoid titanium dioxide (white coloring in processed foods and cosmetics)
tocotrienols
worms
wormwood
additional information
Depression
Being mildly autistic (the term Asperger's is going away in the DSM V), I have fought mild
depression my whole life. Listed here are antidepressants in the order of my personally
experienced efficacy (YMMV):
uridine (actually triacetyl uridine) The best buy I have found is here. (works FAST!)
5-HTP
5-HTP is a short-acting version of tryptophan (more, more, more, more)- best taken on an
empty stomach. Can cause tummy upset if taken right before a meal - a problem that tryptophan
does not have. Beware of heart complications!
lithium orotate, more (I felt effects within a day) I get mine here
thyme (takes a couple of days to phase in/out)
cyprenil/selgiline/deprenyl, more
mindfulness, more, more, more, more, more
cannabis (good for episodic use), more, more
flax (or fish\walnuts\chia), more, more, more, more
aerobic exercise, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
keeps blood sugar low

dont be a gym rat
trimethylglycine, more (anhydrous betaine) (I felt the effects within three days)
yohimbe
vitamin D, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
cannabis good for episodic use, more, more
avoid junk food
minimize sugar, more, more
positive thoughts
turmeric, more, more
adequate sleep
be slim
chocolate, more
pregnenolone
green tea, more
acetyl-L-carnitine, more, more
low-dose lithium (lithium orotate)
probiotic bacteria, more
taurine
B vitamins, more, more
brain training
sage tea
lemon balm
lavender, more, more, more
a little bit of lecithin too much can cause depression, more
zinc, more
caffeine
iodine
Panax ginseng
proanthocyanidin
oregano oil
Depression remedies I have not tried (I am not depressed at the moment)
acupressure, more
acupuncture, more, more, more
a bit of alcohol
algae
alkaline diet
avoid aspartame (Nutrasweet)
astaxanthin vs. alchohol
avoid amphetamines and MDMA (ecstasy)
Bacopa monieri
basil
berberine
bergamot
good bacteria
bifidobacteria vs. postpartum depression
avoid high blood pressure
avoid low blood pressure, more
berberine
berries
avoid bisphenol A
bois de rose
brain game of face sorting
bupleurum, more (Bupleurum falcatum)
electrical brain stimulation
bright light, more
keep c-reactive protein low
calorie restriction
camu-camu (Myrciaria dubia)
canine therapy
catuaba (Trichilia catigua)
cell phone caution
chamomile
chromium, more, more, more
control chronic disease
avoid excessive cleanliness (?)
clary sage, more (Salvia sclarea)
cloves
Co-Q10 (or idebenone)
cold showers
coffee, more, more
creatine
curcumin, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more (from turmeric)
minimize dairy products
dance
avoid diabetes (see below)
earthing
echium
avoid strong electromagnetic fields
essential oils, more, more
flax seed
folate, more, more, more (in salad)
forest bathing, more, more, more, more
geranium
gardening, more
Ginkgo biloba
glyphosate (Roundup herbicide) caution, more, more
goji berry (Lycium barbarum)
gratitude
graviola (Annona muricata)
horticultural therapy, more (see also forest bathing above)
avoid hypnotic drugs
hypnotherapy
prevent inflammation, more (see Natural anti-inflammatory, below)
jasmine
kanna, more, more, more (Sceletium tortuosum)
kava, more, more
lemon grass
lions mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus)
avoid living alone
Lobelia inflata
maca (Lepidium meyenii)
magnesium, more, more
massage
masturbation bloodstream endorphins less depression
meditation, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
mediterranean diet, more, more
melatonin vs. seasonal affective disorder, more, more
method-of-loci
mimosa (Albizzia julibrissin)
motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca)
music
neroli
night light caution
nutmeg
offline vacations
minimize omega-6 fatty acid consumption (see inflammation, below, for omega-6 sources)
onion
opioid painkiller (analgesic) caution
let go of the past
patchouli
peppermint
petitgrain
phenylalanine
avoid excessive mobile phone use
piperine, more (black pepper)
a placebo

have a purpose, more
red clover
resveratrol
rhodiola, more (Rhodiola rosea)
rose
rosemary, more
S-adenosylmethionine (SAMe)
saffron, more
Salvia divinorum (!)
schisandra
saffron, more (Crocus sativus)
sesame
change of setting
avoid shift work
sufficient sleep, more, more
sleeping pill (hypnotics) caution
socializing
avoid sodas, more
minimize stress, more, more
moderate sugar consumption, more, more
valerian, more
may cause depression
volunteering
yoga, more, more
zinc, more
St. Johns Wort (more, more) is often touted as a depression remedy, but I avoid it due to the
risk of cataracts. Getting cataracts would throw me into deep depression.
Avoid most prescription anti-depressants, more, more, more, more, more, more
Avoid statin drugs, more, more, more, more
Avoid trans-fats (partially hydrogenated vegetable oils)
a vegan or vegetarian diet
Calorie-dense foods (meat, cheese, junk food) deaden the dopamine reward system. So
too many Happy Meals will make you unhappy!
Sometimes antidepressant drugs work and sometimes they make you feel worse.
more, more, more
A high-protein diet can cause depression through inhibiting serotonin absorption.
last resort: ketamine, more
additional information, more, more
Maybe happiness should not be a goal.
Avoiding type 1 diabetes
a gluten-free diet?
minimize cows milk, more, more, more, more, more, more

dietary treatment, and vitamin E (from food - do not supplement)
Avoiding type 2 diabetes and metabolic syndrome
minimize advanced glycation end products, more, more (see Avoiding Parkinsons for more
information)
minimize alcohol consumption
alpha lipoic acid, more
dietary antioxidants (a plant-based diet)
astaxanthin, more
Atkins (ultra high fat) diet caution
barley
mix beans with high glycemic carbs
belly fat is especially bad, more, more
avoid beta blocker drugs
avoid bisphenol A, more, more, more, more, more
avoid branched chain amino acids (BCAAs - a body building supplement)
a good breakfast
brown rice vs white rice
calcium
calorie restriction, more, more, more, more, more
capsaicin (hot peppers), more
limit carbs, not fat (more), limit carbs to dinner time
beta carotene (orange/yellow veggies)
chickpeas
chocolate, more
circadian clock is important
cissus quadrangularis (gives me diarrhea)
citrus peel
coffee and tea, more, more, more, more, more
curcumin, more, more, more (from turmeric)
dental diligence, more
avoid depression and pharmaceutical antidepressants
diet, more
avoid eggs
everlasting (helichrysum plaicatum)
exercise, both aerobic and resistance, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
toss the TV!, more, more
it doesnt take much (more, more), but make it vigorous!

lots of low-fat, less high-fat (fast) food, more, more, more
fasting, more, more, more
intermittent fasting, more, more
abdominal fat is especially dangerous
fenugreek
fiber, more
fig leaves, more
fish oil, more, more (or flax)
avoid added fructose or sucrose more, more, more, more
fruit, but not fruit juice, more, more
GABA
be cautious of glucosamine
a low glycemic index diet, more, more, more, more
grapes, more
grape seed extract
avoid greasy foods
avoid hypertension (see Ways to lower blood pressure, above)
keep IGF-1 low, more (see Common Stuff that Causes Cancer for more information)
be careful with iron, more
green tea, vitamin E, astaxanthin, silibinin, Chinese skullcap, rosemary, astaxanthin,
curcumin and capsaicin (more, more, more), eugenol, licorice
vitamin K, more, more
kale
ketogenic diet, more
Januvia (sitagliptin phosphate) caution
legumes
lipoic acid
magnesium, more, more, more, more, more
Mediterranean diet, more, more, more, more, more, more
melatonin, more, more, more
mercury caution
avoid too much methionine (see long term cognition for methionine sites)
avoid methyl-glyoxal, more (advanced glycation end product (AGE))
minimize milk?, more, more (leucine in milk is a BCAA)
naringenin
avoid MSG
nuts, more, more, more, more, more (including peanuts)
olive leaf
extra virgin olive oil, more (women only)
paleo (grain and dairy-free) diet, more
PCBs environmental concern
black pepper
avoid perfluoroalkyl chemicals - see Heart Health for additional information
persimmon
avoid pesticides, herbicides, more, more, more, more, more, more
a plant-based diet, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
polyphenols
pomegranate
potassium, more
propolis
quercetin
resveratrol, more, more
avoid too much white rice, more
rosemary
sage tea
avoid shift work
avoid protracted sitting, more, more
but use moderation
sleep, more, more, more, more, more
being slim is more important than being fit
dont smoke tobacco (see long-term cognition for help on quitting)
avoid soda, more, more, more
avoid sugar, more
avoid statin drugs, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
strawberries
less sugar, more fiber, more
taurine
black tea (probably green tea also)
keep uric acid low
avoid added fructose, a vegetarian or vegan diet
minimize red meat, more, more, more
rose hips
Sirt1 gene activation (see Sleep for more on Sirt1)
minimize sitting
testosterone (see Better Sex for more information)
traffic noise caution
turmeric, more, more, more
a vegan (plant-based) diet (more)or vegetarian diet and exercise
veggies
walking after meals
water
limit wheat?
yerba mate, more
Medline for more informaiton, more

be careful with selenium
last resort: surgery
Treating diabetes (see also the section: blood sugar)
acetyl-L-carnitine, lipoic acid, curcuming, omega-6 fats, omega-3 fats
acetyl-N-cysteine
avoid AGEs to save eyesight (see Avoiding Parkinsons for more info)
agrimony
almonds, more, more, more, more
aloe sap
alpha-lipoic acid, more, more, more
apple cider vinegar
arginine, more, more, more, more
no aspirin
astaxanthin
vitamin B12
bayleaf, cinnamon, cloves, coriander, cumin, and turmeric, more
beans
berberine, more, more
benfotiamine, more, more, more
bilberries and leaves
biotin
bitter melon
black tea
blueberry leaf
broccoli sprouts, more
Byetta caution
vitamin C
calorie restriction, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
capsaicin, more (hot peppers)
low-carb diet, more, more, more, more
chocolate, more, more, more, more, more, more
chromium
co-Q10 (or idebenone)
coconut oil, more
coffee, more, more, more
coriander
cranberry
creatine
black cumin (Nigella sativa)
common cumin (Cuminum cyminum)

curcumin (+ resveratrol), more, more, more, more
vitamin D, more, more, more, more, more
versus pain
dandelion
dates
DHEA
exercise, more, more, more, more, makes white fat brown
vigorously!, more
fenugreek, more, more, more
fiber, more
fiseten, more (found in strawberries and mangoes)
flax, chia, walnuts, or fish, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
folic acid (folate - get it from salad) (do not supplement)
avoid added fructose or sucrose more
garlic, more
ginger, more
American ginseng
Panax ginseng
low glycemic index diet, more
goat's rue, more (Galega officinalis)
grape seed extract, more, more, more, more (equivalent to pycnogenol) (tastes terrible!)
grapes
Gymnema sylvestre
keep HDL high
holy basil (Oscimum sanctum)
horsetail (Equisetum myriochaetum)
a ketogenic diet
vitamin K2
Kung Fu
laughter
lemon juice
licorice
alpha lipoic acid
lupin
maggots for stubborn wounds
magnesium, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
Mediterranean diet, more, more
metformin caution, more (see long-term cognition for additional information)
MSM
mushrooms, Oyster, more
natto
neem, more
nutmeg
oat bran, more

okra, more
olive oil
onions
avoid organochlorine compounds (many pesticides)
osha root (Ligusticum porteri)
pantethine
pranayama
prickly pear, more, more, more, more
probiotics
propolis, more
psillium
qigong, more
quercetin
radish
rosemary
sesame oil, more
silymarin (milk thistle (Silybum marianum))
soluble fiber
soy, more, more
spices, more
spirulina
avoid statin drugs, more
stevia
strawberries
sweet potatoes
tai chi, more, more, more
tarragon (Artemisia dracunulus)
thiamine
keep triglycerides low see triglycerides below
turmeric
vegan diet
vegetarian diet
vinegar, more
walnuts, more
yoga, more, more
zinc
about diabetic meds, more, more, more, more, more, more
about diabetic neuropathy
Energy
acid-alkaline balance, more
aerobic exercise - the most important thing!

halts mitochondrial decline
vigorous is best
aluminum hydroxide chronic fatigue syndrome?
astaxanthin, more
astragalus
B vitamins, more, more
beet juice, but only if you dont use antiseptic mouth wash
calorie restriction, more, more, more, more
cordyceps, more
goji tea
red or black grapes
iodine, more (kelp is a potent source)
vitamin K2
lemon grass
lipoic acid
low protein diet
methionine restriction, more, more (mitochondria supply cellular energy)
mushrooms may protect mitochondria
potassium, more, more, more
quercetin
resveratrol, more, more
reishi, cordyceps and maitake mushrooms
siberian ginseng
avoid statin drugs, more, more, more, more, more
Epilepsy (very much under construction!)
fasting
Eyesight
vitamin A, more, more
n-acetyl cysteine
minimize advanced glycation end products (see Avoiding Parkinsons for more info)
getting rid of aging cells see autophagy in longevity
antioxidants (best obtained from a plant-based diet)
aspirin caution
vitamin B1
vitamin B12 (elderly need more)
beets
beta-carotene
control blood pressure, more see Ways to lower blood pressure above
control blood sugar, more, more

blueberries/bilberries, more
broccoli fights cataracts
vitamin C, more, but not too much
calorie restriction
carnosine (or beta alanine), more
carotenoids, more, more, more, more
preventing cataracts
cholesterol control
coffee caution, more
copper
curcumin (contained in turmeric)
vitamin D, more
vitamin E, but not too much
ergothioneine
fisetin (found in strawberries and mangoes)
flax, fish, more, more, more, more, more, more
Fluoroquinolone caution
low-glycemic index diet, more, more, more (see avoiding Parkinsons for more information)
gossypin vs. cataracts (see the cancer section for more information on gossypin)
grapes
grape seed extract, more
green tea, more
idebenone
laser pointer caution
lutein, more
magnesium
melatonin vs. glaucoma, more, more, more
minimize dairy
motherwort
mushrooms
noni (Moringa ctrifolia)
omega-3 fatty acids (fish, flax, chia, walnuts)
papaya
phosphatidylserine
physical fitness
pineapple
a plant-based diet
minimize red meat
resveratrol
rosemary, more, more
rutin
saffron, more, more
selenium
avoid statin-based anti-cholesterol drugs, more, more, more, more, more
good sunglasses
taurine, more, more
cooked tomatoes (source of lycopene)
turmeric and curcumin
a vegan (plant-based) diet
zeaxanthin, more
dark leafy greens
zinc, more
glaucoma information
AMD information
additional information, more, more
The Eye Digest, eye self-examinination
Hearing
vitamin A
acupuncture
avoid aspirin, acetaminophen, or other NSAIDs, more
vitamin B12
bioflavinoids
vitamin C
acetyl-L-carnitine
carotenoids (veggies), more, more
Co-Q10 (or idebenone)
creatine
acetyl-L-cysteine, more
vitamin D
vitamin E
ear plugs (duh!)
fish and flax
folic acid (lots of salad) (do not supplement)
garlic
gingko biloba, more
lipoic acid, more
common loud sound caution
magnesium, more, more, more, more, more
resveratrol
NSAID caution, more
ototoxicity
tinnitus information
avoid toluene and styrene
zinc, more
Information on tinnitus
Heart Health/Circulation
Aerobic exercise - the most important thing!
Toss the TV!, more
Short, intense exercise is best., more
Walking is good
n-acetyl-L-cysteine, more
acetyl L-carnitine arginate
acid-alkaline balance
minimize acrylamide
minimize advanced glycation end products, more (see Avoiding Parkinsons for more info)
avoid too much alcohol, more, more
alfalfa, more
arginine, more
aspirin no help for diabetics, not compatible with Ibuprofen, and not recommended
Atkins diet caution
avoid adderall and other amphetamines
a little wine, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
alfalfa
algae
almonds
alpha-Lipoic acid
apple juice, apples, more, more, more, more
arginine, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
aspirin not
astaxanthin, more, more, more
Atkins (high protein) diet caution, more, more
autophagy (see longevity section for more on this)
Avandia caution
avoid azithromycin, more, more
B vitamins, more
good bacteria
bananas
barley
beans, more, more
beets, more
berberine, more
berries, more, more, more, more
betaine (trimethylglycine)
avoid bisphenol A, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
natural blood thinners, more

bromelain
keep blood sugar low, more, more, more, more
eat breakfast
breastfeed
broccoli
vitamin C, more, more, more, more, more
keep C-reactive protein low, more
calorie restriction, vitamin C, exercise, fiber, a plant-based diet,
fish/flax/chia/walnuts/purslane, chocolate
calcium supplement caution, more, more, more, more
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
better than supplements
a low carbohydrate diet, more, more, more, more, more, more limit carbs to dinner time
carnitine, more, more, more, more
carnitine in red meat caution, but maybe not supplemental carnitine - see the choline
caution, below
carotenoids vs homocysteine
cayenne, more, more
Celexa (citalopram) caution
champagne
chicken phosphate additive caution, also in processed meat and cheese
dark chocolate, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, or cocoa powder
cholesterol control (see cholesterol, below)
choline caution, more - a rebuttal (more, more)
sources, more
cinnamon. more
citrus
clean air, more
cloves
Co-Q10, more, more, more (or idebenone (more))
coconut, more, more, more, more
coffee, more, more
cold showers
avoid oral contraceptives
cordyceps
minimize corn and sunflower oil, more, more
cranberries, more, more, more, more, more, more
cysteine, more, more or better still n-acetyl-cysteine, more, more, but beware
curcumin (turmeric), more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more
vitamin D, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more

dental diligence, more, more, more
avoid depresssion
DHEA, more, more
control/overcome diabetes, more
good diet (and exercise (more, more)) changes genes!
avoid yo-yo dieting
avoid diet soda, more
vitamin E
earthing
egg caution, more; a dissenting view
eggplant
estrogen replacement therapy for postmenopausal women
exercise, more
just a little!, intensely!, never too late!
Short intense workouts are better.
A little is better than none.
Resistance training is important, too.
exercise beats medication
fasting, more, more, more, more, more, more
abdominal fat is especially dangerous, more
avoid high-fat food (fast food)
fiber, more
control fibrinogen
fig leaves, more
avoid fireplace smoke, more
flavonoids, more, more
flax seed (or oily fish/chia/walnuts), more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
despite mercury content
healthy foods beat antioxidant pills
avoid added fructose or sucrose, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
garlic, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
Geum japonicum, more
ginger
Ginkgo biloba, more
keep blood glucose low, more
low glycemic foods
grapes, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
grape seed extract, more (tastes terrible)
gratitude, more
green tea, more, more, more, more, more
guggul
hawthorne
Heart problems can be painless in women. more
hempseed
hibiscus
avoid high fructose corn syrup or added sucrose
keep homocysteine low, more
a plant-based diet
5-HTP warning
keep IGF-1 low, more
except for the elderly
how to get IGF-1
excess IGF-1 cancer warning, more (see Common Stuff that Causes Cancer for more
information)
avoid inflammation, more (see Natural Anti-inflammatory below)
influenza vaccine (?)
intermittent fasting, more, more
iodine, more
iron caution, more, more (see Avoiding Type 2 Diabetes for more on iron)
avoid Januvia (sitagliptin phosphate) caution
Work at starting your own business if you cannot find a job.
vitamin K, more, more, more, more (Kale is the richest source)
vitamin K2, more, more (Natto is the richest source and antibiotics will deplete)
Avoid the cannabis substitute K2
ketogenic diet, more, more
kids are not exempt!
kimchi, more
kudzu
lavender aromatherapy
lecithin
licorice extract
lifestyle
lotus
love
lutein (dark green leafy veggies)
lycopene (cooked tomatoes), more, more
magnesium, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
meat caution, more, more, especially processed meat
meditation, more
Mediterranean diet, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more
melatonin
metformin
minimize milk?, more, more, more
a low methionine diet (see long-term cognition for sites on methionine), more, more
Moringa oleifera, more
motherwort
mushrooms, more, more
music, more, more, more
nattokinase, more, more, more
niacin, more, more, more
night owl lifestyle caution
minimize traffic noise exposure
NSAID drug caution, more, more, more, more, more, more
nutmeg
nuts - tree and pea, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
oats, more, more, more
olive leaf, more
olive oil, more, more
minimize omega-6 fatty acid consumption (in inflammation, below, for omega-6 sources)
onions, more, more
oranges
avoid ozone
be cautious about common painkillers, more
papaya
parsley
pectin
black pepper (Piper nigrum)
avoid perfluoroalkyl chemicals
microwave popcorn, Scotchgard, vacuum cleaner dust, polishes
avoid too much phosphorus (protein, colas and meat, and cheese)
phytosterols, more, more
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
pomegranate, resveratrol, quercetin, more, more, more, more, more
potassium, more
pregnenolone
avoid processed food
proton pump inhibitor drug caution
beware psoriasis
pumpkin seeds, more
avoid older antipsychotic drugs, and newer drugs
minimize red meat, more
meat plus grains especially bad
red sage, more, more (Salvia militorrhiza)
resveratrol, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
rhodiola
rhubarb
black and red rice, more, more, more, more
rose-colored glasses, more, more, more
rosemary, more
sage
salad, more, more, more
moderate salt intake, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
plant-based saturated fats are not bad
seaweed
sesame, more
sesame lignans (from un-hulled brown sesame seed)
sex, more, more
silicon, more (beer, bananas, and string beans)
sitting is an independent cardiac risk factor, different than lack of physical activity, more, more
standup desk how-to, but use moderation
sleep, more, more, more, more
be slim (more, more more, more, more, ) even when young
snoring may not be benign
toss the soda, more, more, more
soy, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
spa bathing
spices
avoid SSRI antidepressants, more, more, more, more (Prozac, Celexa
avoid statin drugs, more, more, more, more
eat a plant-based diet instead
strawberries
minimize stress (duh!)
minimize sugar and processed food, more
moderate sunlight, more, more, more
Tai Chi, more, more
tamarind
tangerines
taurine, more, more, more
black tea (and probably green tea or any tea)
testosterone, more see Better Sex for additional information
keep triglycerides low (see Triglycerides, below)
trimethylglycine (anhydrous betaine)
don't smoke tobacco, more (duh!) (see long-term cognition for help on quitting)
tocotrienols and vitamin E, more
cooked tomatoes, more, more, more (rich in lycopene and 9-oxo-octadecadienoic acid)
toss the TV!, more
traffic noise caution
avoid trans-fats, more, more, more, more, more, more, more (partially hydrogenated vegetable
oils) (mostly phased out now)
trees
triclosan caution
control triglycerides
turmeric, more, more, more, more, more
keep uric acid low
avoid added fructose, a vegetarian or vegan diet
a vegetarian, more (or better yet vegan! (more, more) diet
vinpocetine
watermelon, more, more
moderate weight loss, more, more, more
yoga, more, more, more
zinc, more, more
more preventive information here, more, more, more
Heartburn (gastric reflux)
acupuncture
limit alcohol
almonds
apple cider vinegar + baking soda
astaxanthin, more
bananas
avoid benzodiazepnes and soft drinks before bed
less carbohydrates
no late night meals
curcumin (turmeric)
vitamin D
try eliminating dairy products, more, more
dandelions, more (traditional medicine)
fenugreek
ginger
a gluten free diet
licorice
avoid large meals
melatonin, more
noni (Morinda citrifolia)
proton pump inhibitor drug caution
radish
avoid reclining after a meal
be slim
tryptophan
avoid trans-fats (partially hydrogenated oils)
veggies, fruits, and fiber, more
vinegar, more (?)
water
watermelon
weight loss
good information, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
warning on acid reflux drugs, more, more, more, more, B12 deficiency
Immunity:
acetyl-L-cysteine glutathione, anti-influenza (sometimes)
alcohol caution, more, more
alfalfa vs. autoimmunity
andrographis, more
versus influenza
avoid supermarket meat antibiotics
arabinogalactan
asafetida vs. influenza, more
aspartame messes with gut bacteria
avoid too much alcohol, more, more
ashwagandha, more
astragalus, more, more
vs. influenza, more
baking soda
bay leaf
avoid blaming others
control blood pressure (see Ways to lower blood pressure, above)
blueberries
boneset, more, more
a good breakfast
broccoli, more
bromelain (vs. autoimmunity also)
vitamin C
calorie restriction, more, more, more
best initiated after adolescence
calorie restriction vs. auto-immune diseases
cat's claw, more, more
Chinese skullcap (Scutellaria baicarensis)
chlorella, more
cholesterol drug caution
citrus
modified citrus pectin
cloves (eugenol)
coconut oil, more, more
coffee
cordyceps
GM (MON810) corn vs. normal immune response

cough and cold meds (usually) don't work
corriander oil
cranberry juice
cumin
curcumin (found in turmeric)
vs. lupus, vs. influenza (more), vs. pneumonia
dirt, more, more, more, more, more
beware office desks
drumming
vitamin E, more
earthing
echinacea?
elderberry extract (Sambucus nigra) vs. influenza, more, more
best in combination with calorie restriction
versus influenza
fasting during fevers to avoid auto-immune diseases
avoid fatty (fast) foods, more
fernleaf biscuitroot - folk medicine (Lomatium dissectum)
fevers
avoid fireplace smoke
flax or fatty fish, more, more
fish/flax/chia/walnuts (omega-3 fatty acids) vs. autoimmune disease
vs. inflammation, vs. influenza (more)
food safety
forest bathing
fucoidan
gargling
garlic, more, best raw
versus influenza
germanium, more, more, more
vs. autoimmunity
ginger
Panax ginseng
red grapes
green tea versus influenza
hand washing
he shou wu (fo ti)
high IGF-1 autoimmune diseases (see Common Stuff that Causes Cancer for more
information)
high indoor humidity vs. influenza, more, more
vs. colds
avoid influenza shots, more
they are overrated anyway, more
kelp
king of bitters (Andrographis paniculata)
Korean red ginseng
lactobacillus rhamnosus, more
lactoferrin
licorice root, more, more
limonene (lemons, cannabis)
innate lymphoid cells (eat your greens!)
loneliness is not good, more
magnesium vs. autoimmunity
manuka honey
massage
masturbation
meditation, more
milk might cause autoimmunity
milk causative of type 1 diabetes (autoimmune disorder)
mushrooms, more
music, more
avoid needle biopsies
NSAID (non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs) caution
oatmeal
paleo (grain and dairy-free) diet vs. auto-immune diseases
pau d'arco, more
avoid perfluorochemicals, more
a plant-based diet, more, more, more
pomegranates
probiotics, more
versus influenza and colds, more, more
propolis, more
propolis versus influenza
a low-protein diet (lowers IGF-1 - see Common Stuff the Causes Cancer)
a purpose in life
purslane vs. oral lichen planus
GM (PHA-E) rice vs. normal immune response
sage
excessive salt autoimmune diseases, more
saltwater gargle to prevent colds
minimize saturated fat (except coconut)
seaweed
selenium
garlic, sodium selenite

diabetes caution
sex
sleep
but some is good
minimize sugar
avoid too much sun, more, more
taurine, more
thyme
tulsi, more
vaccinations, more
open the window, vs. influenza
yoga
zinc, more, more, more
versus influenza
not too much
additional advice
Anti-bacterial
andrographis - in vitro, andrographis - in fish
African wormwood - in vitro (Artemisia afra)
alaska cedar - in vitro (Chamaecyparis nootkatensis)
ashwagandha - in vitro / (Withania somnifera)
apple cider vinegar - as an external wash for produce
basil, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more - in vitro
bay leaf, more - in vitro (Laurus nobilis)
bitangur tree vs. MRSA - in vitro (Calophyllum sp.)
bitter nightshade - in vitro(Solanum dulcamara)
black cumin seeds - in vitro
blue bush - in vitro (Pterionia incana)
blue gum tree (Eucalyptus globulus)
blue light
blueberry juice, more - in vitro and in vivo
broccoli sprouts vs. Helicobacter pylori
vitamin C vs. tuberculosis - in vitro
cabbage and capsaicin vs. Helicobacter pylori (gastric ulcers)
celery seed - in vitro
chamomile, more - in vitro, good for mouth rinse
chicalote (Bocconia arborea) - in vitro
chicken, eggs, and meat caution
cinnamon vs. Aspergillus niger - in vitro
cinnamon vs. Helicobacter pylori - in vitro (liver caution)
cloves, more - in vitro
vs. Aspergillus niger - in vitro

coconut oil, more - in vitro, in vivo
cranberry juice, more - in vivo more, more - in vitro
colt's foot - in vitro (Tussilago farfara)
coffee vs. hepatitis B - in vivo, in vitro
copper - external only
corriander oil - effective in food
cranberry for prevention of urinary tract infections
cumin
vs. foodborne bugs - in vitro
vs. vibrio - in vitro
desert lavender - in vitro (Hyptis albida)
dragon's blood - in vitro (Croton urucurana Baillon)
essential oils vs. MRSA, more, more - in vitro
garlic
garlic vs. MRSA - in vivo; vs. Helicobacter pylori - in vitro; more, vs. pneumonia
external
grape seed extract - in vitro
green tea - in vitro, in food, and in mice
hare's ear (Bupleurum slicifolium)
honey, beeswax, and olive oil vs Staphylococcus aureus, topical honey vs. MRSA, more
hopbush - in vitro (Dodonaea viscosa)
hot peppers, more - in vitro and in food
vs. Helicobacter pylori - in vitro
elecampane, more - in vitro (Innula helenium)
eucalyptus oil - in vitro
everlasting - in vitro (Helichyrsum placatum)
fava bean - in vitro (Vicia faba)
figwort - in vitro (Scrophularia frutescens and s. smbufolia)
fisetin - in vitro (found in strawberries and mangoes)
fluoroquinolone caution
four o'clock - in vitro (Mirabilis jalapa)
garlic - in vitro, more - in rats (Allium sativum L.) (Russian penicillin)
vs. Helicobacter pylori - in vitro
vs.Campylobacter (food borne illness)
vs. pneumonia - in vitro
geranium - in vitro (Pelargonium graveolens (Geraniaceae))
ginger - in rats, more - in mice (Zingiber officinale)
Chinese ginseng - in rats (Pseudomonas aeruginosa)
golden everlasting - in vitro
goldenseal, more - in vitro (Hydrastis canadensis)
grape seed extract vs MRSA - in vitro
grapefruit seed extract, more - in vitro
gum arabic vs. drug-resistant bugs - in vitro (Acacia nilotica)
Gnaphalium oxyphyllum, americanum, more - in vitro (Mexican traditional medicine)

hesperidin - in mice (from citrus)
Japanese honeysuckle, more, more - in vitro (Lonicera japonica)
Hydrangea vs. oral bacteria - in vitro(Hydrangeae Dulcis Folium)
hydrilla - in vitro (Hoya verticillata)
indole-3-carbinol vs. drug-resistant bugs - in vitro(cruciferous veggies)
king of bitters, more - in vivo, more, more - in vitro (Andrographis paniculata)
lactobacillus rhamnosus (probiotic bacteria) - in vivo
lavender cotton (Achillea fragrantissima) - in vitro
lavender oil vs. MRSA - in vitro
lemon and lemon peel
lemongrass oil vs. E. coli - in food
licorice, vs. MRSA, vs. Helicobacter pylori - in vitro
vs. skin infections (topical) (Glycyrrhiza uralensis)
love-lies-bleeding - in vitro (Amaranthus caudatus)
manuka honey, more, more vs. MRSA - in vivo, topical application
sweet marjoram vs. pathogenic bugs - in vitro
Mexican calabash - in vitro (Crescentia alata)
mexican wormwood - in vitro (Artemisia mexicana)
mint in vitro, in food (Menth piperita)
mint weed - in vitro (Hyptis pectinata)
miswak tree - in vitro (Azadirachta indica)
mullein vs. TB,- in vivo more vs. other bugs - in vitro
myrrh - in vitro (Commyphora molmol)
neem tree vs. oral bugs - in mouth
nitric oxide
sunlight
no-biru - in vitro (Allium gray)
noni fruit extract vs Aspegillus - in vitro
nutmeg, more, more - in vitro
oolong tea - in vitro
oregano oil - in mice; in food, on wounds, vs. sinus infection, vs. a bunch of bugs - in vitro
osha root vs. MRSA - in vitro (Lingusticum porterii)
gray santolina vs. Candida - in vitro (Santolina chamaecyparissus)
savory - in vitro (Satureja hortensis L.)
sweet-scented Indian-plantain - in vitro (Hasteola suaveolens)
unripe papaya - in vitro
pau d'arco, more - in vitro
pineapple vs. urinary tract infection - in vivo
a plant-based diet vs. vaginosis
broadleaf podocarpus - in vitro (Podocarpus nagi)
pomegranate peel vs. nasty bugs , more - in vitro (Punica granatum)
ponderosa pine - in vitro (Pinus ponderosa)
propolis, more - in vitro; more - in rats

purple prairie clover, more - in vitro (Petalostemum purpureum)
purslane (Portulaca oleracea) (a common weed)
Quassia undulata vs. nasty bugs - in vitro
rose geranium essential oil - in vitro (Pelargonium graveolens L)
rosemary, more, vs. pathogens, vs. drug-resistant pathogens - in vitro (Rosemarinus)
sesame leaves vs. pathogens - in vitro
silver - external only
spurflower vs. oral pathogens, more vs. Helicobacter pylori- in vitro (Rabdosia trichocarpa)
stinging nettle - in vitro (Urtica dioica)
sunlight, a pinch of salt, and lime to disinfect water
tarragon vs. pathogens - in vitro
green tea
inhalation of tea catechins vs. MRSA - in vivo
tea tree oil, topical vs. MRSA - in vitro, good for mouth rinse
thyme, more, more - in vitro; more, more - in food (Thymus vulgaris)
turmeric, more - in vitro (cucurmin is the active constuent)
uva ursi, more, more - in vitro (Arctostaphylos uva ursi)
Welsh onion - in vitro (Allium fistulosum)
western juniper in vitro (Juniperus occidentalis)
wild mango leaf vs. pathogenic bugs - in vitro (Irvingia gabonensis)
winter savory - in vitro (Satureja montana L.)
yellow gentian - in vitro(Gentiana lutea)
Let the body handle sinus infections, or use oregano
zinc, more, vs. pneumonia
Antifungal
adzuki beans - in vitro
ashwaganha vs Aspergillus sp. - in mice (Withania somnifera)
avocado seed extract vs. Candida and other bugs - in vitro
basil, more, more, more, more - in vitro
bayberry vs. foodborne fungi - in vitro
black cumin vs. candidiasis - in mice (Nigella sative)
cayenne, more - in vitro
vs. Candida and other bugs - in vitro
Chinese skullcap vs. Candia - in vitro
cinnamon vs. oral candidiasis - in vivo
Clausena excavata - in vitro
clove vs. all kinds of bugs - in vitro
vs. Candida, more, more - in vitro
vs. oral candidiasis - in mice
coconut - in vitro
vs. Candida - in vitro
cumin vs. all kinds of bugs - in vitro
vs. foodborne bugs - in vitro

curcumin, more, more - in vitro
vs. Candida, more - in vitro
dandelion seeds - in vitro
echinacea (Echinacea angustifolia), more - in vitro
vs candidiasis - in mice
essential oils vs. Apergillus - in vitro
essential oil aromatherapy - in vitro
essential oils vs. Candida - in vitro
anise, clove & rosemary - in vitro
flaxseed vs. lots of bugs - in vitro
garlic - in vitro
garlic vs. Candida albicans, more, more - in vitro
geranium vs. Candida - in vitro
giant devils fig - in vitro (Solanum chrysotrichum)
skin mycosis - in vivo
vaginal yeast - in vivo
Gnaphalium oxyphyllum, americanum vs. Candida - in vitro (Mexican traditional medicine)
grapefruit seed extract - in vitro
vs. Candida - in vitro
green tea vs. Candida - in vitro
gum arabic vs. Candida and other drug-resistant bugs - in vitro (Acacia nilotica)
Hawaiian orchid tree (Bauhinia purpurea) vs. Candida and other bugs, but cytotoxic - in vitro
honey, beeswax, and olive oil vs Candida albicans - in vitro
holy basil vs. Candida - in vitro (Ocimum sanctum)
indole-3-carbinol vs. Candida and other drug-resistant bugs in vitro (cruciferous veggies)
kimchi - in vitro
lactic acid bacteria - in vitro
lavender vs. Candida - in vitro
lavender cotton (Achillea fragrantissima) vs. Candida albicans - in vitro
licorice vs. Candida - in vitro (Glycyrrhiza glabra roots)
lycopene vs. Candida - in vitro (cooked tomatoes)
mangosteen - in vitro
sweet marjoram vs. Candida and other bugs - in vitro
Mexican calabash vs. Candida - in vitro (Crescentia alata)
mushrooms
myrrh - in vitro (Commyphora molmol)
noni fruit extract vs Candida, more - in vitro
oregano vs. Candida, more - in vitro
papaya latex sap vs. Candida, more - in vitro
passion fruit seed - in vitro
pau darco - in vitro and in vivo
pine bark extract - in vitro (grape seed extract is almost the same)
a plant-based diet vs. HPV
pomegranate peel vs. Candida and other pathogens - in vitro

purslane (Portulaca oleracea) vs. Candida and other fungi - in vitro (a common weed)
Quassia undulata - in vitro
resveratrol vs. Candida albicans, more, more - in vitro
rose geranium essential oil, vs. Candida - in vitro (Pelargonium graveolens)
rosemary vs. Candida , more - in vitro
safed musli (Chlorophytum borivilianum) vs. candidiasis) - in vitro
sea cucumber - in vitro (Bohadschia Marmorata)
sesame leaves vs. Candida - in vitro
shitake mushroom - in vitro(Lentinus edodes)
silver vs. Candida - in vitro
tarragon - in vitro
tea tree oil - in vitro(Melaleuca alternifolia)
oral candidiasis - in vivo
vaginal drug-resistant candidiasis - in vitro
thyme vs. candidiasis - in vitro
Tribulus terrestris vs. Candida and other bugs - in vitro and in vivo
turmeric, more - in vitro; more - in guinea pigs
vinegar (?) - folk medicine, topical application
wild mango leaf - in vitro (Irvingia gabonensis)
xylitol vs. Candida toxicity - in vitro
yarrow vs. Candida and Aspergillus - in vitro
yellow gentian (Gentiana lutea) vs. Candida - in vitro
Anti-viral
agrimony - in vitro and folk medicine
andrographis, more - in vivo and folk medicine
astragalus, more, more - in mice, in vivo, and folk medicine
barren strawberry - in vitro (Waldsteinia fragarioides)
basil, more, more - in vitro (Ocimum basilicum)
boneset, more - folk medicine (Eupatorium perfoliatum)
bupleurum, more - folk medicine (Bupleurum chinense)
cat's claw, more, more, more - in vitro and folk medicine (Uncaria tomentosa)
chameleon plant - in vitro (houttuynia cordata)
Japanese clover - in vitro (Kummerowia striata)
Chinese skullcap, more, more, more - in vitro, in mice and folk medicine (Scutellaria
baicalensis)
coconut oil, more, more, more
coffee vs. herpes - in vitro
copper - external only
dandelion extract - in vitro
Echinacea - in vivo, folk medicine (?)
elderberry, more in vitro, in vivo, folk medicine(Sambucus)
vs. influenza, more
elephant's tongue - in vitro (Haemanthus albiflos)

Eleutherococcus, more, more - in vitro, in vivo and folk medicine (Siberian ginseng)
Japanese honeysuckle, more - folk medicine (Lonicera japonica)
garlic, more, more - in vitro, in vivo, and folk medicine (Allium sativum L.)
Geum japonicum - in vitro
golden everlasting - in vitro (Helichrysum aureonitens)
green tea - in vitro (catechins are the active principle)
hyssop - in vitro (Hyssopus officinalis)
king of bitters, more, more - in vitro, in vivo, and folk medicine (Andrographis paniculata)
lemon balm - in vitro (Melissa officinalis)
licorice - in mice, more, more, more, more - in vitro, in vivo
marjoram - in vitro (Origanum majorana)
old fustic - in vitro (Maclura tinctoria)
osha root - folk medicine (Lingusticum porterii) congestion, sore throat
pau d'arco, more - in vitro and folk medicine
pennyroyal - in vitro (Hedeoma pulegioides)
peppermint - in vitro (Metha piperita)
a plant-based diet
prickly pear cactus - in vitro
propolis - in vitro
reishi mushroon - in vitro (Ganderma lucidum)
rosemary - in vitro
sage - in vitro (Salvia cyprea)
selfheal - in vitro (Prunella vulgaris)
schisandra - in vitro
Siberian ginseng - in vivo (Eleutherococcus)
sinus infections are usually bacterial - not viral, and antibiotics will probably not help
Statin drugs inhibit immune response to influenza.
thyme, more, more - in vitro and traditional medicine (Thymus sp.)
turmeric, more, more, more - in vitro, in rabbits, and folk medicine (contains curcumin)
inactivating influenza on surfaces
Natural anti-inflammatory and pain medications\practices: (see also Arthritis
prevention/treatment section)
acai, more (Euterpe oleracea)
acetyl-L-carnitine, more
vs. neuropathy
acupressure, more
acupuncture, more, more, more, more, more, vs. lung inflammation
vs. migraine
agrimony
Align probiotic (Bifidobacterium infantis 35624)
angelica, more, more

antabine (found in green peppers, eggplant, tobacco)
antibiotics vs. chronic lower back pain
apple cider vinegar, more, more, more
apple peels
arnica, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
artichokes
astaxanthin, more, more, more, more
aspartame (Nutrasweet) fibromyalgia
auricular acupressure
vitamin B2 vs. migraine
vitamin B6 vs. migraine
vitamin B12 vs. migraine, more, more (elderly need more)
baking soda vs. toothache
banafsha (Viola odorata) for coughs
basil
bay leaf (Laurus nobilis)
beets
black cumin seed (Nigella sativa)
black nightshade (Solanum nigrum) (a common weed)
blueberries, more
boneset (Eupatorium perfoliatum)
boswellia, more (frankincense)
bromelain
buckwheat
bupleurum, more
burdock
butterbur, more
butterbur vs. migraine, more, more, more, more
cabbage, also externally applied
vs. migraine
cat's claw
calorie restriction, more, more, more, more, more, more
cannabis, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
capsaicin, more, more, more, more, vs. cluster headaches
a low-carbohydrate (Paleo) diet
cat's claw - in mice and traditional medicine (Uncaria tomentosa)
cilantro
clove, more (topical, toothache)
complex carbohydrates
carrot juice
castor oil, more

celeriac
celery
celery seed
chamomile, more
Chinese skullcap, more, more, more (Scutellaria baicalensis)
side effects
chondroitin
modified citrus pectin, more, more
cloves, more, more for coughs and sore throat
cherry juice, more, more, more
chlorella, vs. fibromyalgia
Co-q10 (or idebenone (more)
Co-Q10 vs. migraine
coconut, more
codeine caution
coffee
comfrey (external only)
high copper to zinc ratio
cranberry
cucumbers
curcumin
N-acetyl cysteine
cussing
vitamin D vs. migraines, more
tart cherries
capsaicin (for sinus)
cat's claw, more
chamomile
coconut husk fiber tea, more
coconut oil
crossing arms
bitter cumin
curcumin (in turmeric), more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
vitamin D, more, more, more vs. menstrual pain
control depression, more (see Depression, above)
devil's claw, more (Harpagophytum procumbens)
dill
dimethyl sulfoxide, more (DMSO - external only)
earthing, more, more
epsom salts, more, more, more (external only)
ergothioneine, more
essential oils, more, more

eucalyptus, more, more, more (Eucalyptus globulus) for sinus, cough via aromatherapy and
external application
exercise for back pain, exercise is anti-inflammatory, exercise vs. fibromyalgia, vs. migraine
avoid a high-fat diet
feverfew
feverfew vs. migraines, more, more, more
flax or oily fish, more, more, vs. breast pain (more)
garlic, more
ginger, more, more, more
ginger vs. migraines, more, more
ginkgo biloba
a low-glycemic diet, more (ditch the flour and sugar!)
glucosamine
glutamate worsens fibromyalgia
grape seed extract, more (tastes terrible!)
grapes
guided imagery
hawthorn, more
HDL (good cholesterol) (raised by exercise and weight loss)
headache remedies?
hesperidin, more, more (from citrus)
5-HTP vs. fibromyalgia
5-HTP vs. migraine, more, more
lower homocysteine vs. migraine
honey
humor
icing may not be as beneficial as thought
infrared light, more, more
kale
kelp
a ketogenic diet
lactobacillus rhamnosus
Lactobacillus salivarius Ls33 probiotic, more
laughter, more, more
lavender, more
lavender vs. migraine
licorice root
alpha lipoic acid vs. neuropathic pain, more, more, more, more
loquat leaves (Eriobotrya japonica)
magnesium, more, more, more
magnesium vs. migraine, more, more, more, more, more

magnesium vs. neuropathic pain, more, more, more
mango leaves (Mangifera indica)
mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana)
manual therapy, more, more, more
marshmallow root, more (Althaea officinalis)
massage, more, more
McKenzie Method
Mediterranean diet
meditation, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, via gene expression
vs. migraines, more, more
melatonin, more
melatonin vs. migraine, more, more, more
melatonin vs cluster headache, more, more
metformin, more
methionine restriction
avoid homogenized milk
Recognize the mind as not self, more
mindfulness
mint tea
MSG worsens fibromyalgia and IBS
MSM (a form of organic sulfur)
mullein (a common weed)
for congestion
mushroom, more, more, more, more
myrrh (Commyphora molmol)
common myrtle (Myrtus communis)
nattokinase
meat tenderizer vs. bee stings, more
niacin vs. migraine, more
beware the nocebo effect
nutmeg, more
nuts, more
oats
obesity linked to episodic migraine
olive oil, more, more
olives and olive leaf, more
omega-3 fatty acids
onions, more
oregano vs. toothache, more
orchid tree, more, more (Bauhinia purpurea)
hyperbaric oxygen, more
papaya
pau d'arco, more

peppermint, more
vs upset tummy, more, more
periwinkle, more
pineapple
pink grapefruit
be with plants
a plant-based diet, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
plantain, more (Plantago major) (a common weed)
pomegranates, more, more
purple potatoes
prickly pear, more, more, more
propolis, more
purple camels foot, more (Bauhinia purpurea)
a purpose in life
purslane (Portulaca oleracea L.)
coenzyme Q10 vs. migraine, more, more
qigong, more
quercetin, more
quinoa
reflexology, vs. migraine?
resveratrol, more, more, more
rhubarb
riboflavin (vitamin B2) vs. migraine, more, more, more
rose, more
rose hip
rose-colored glasses
safflower tea
sage, more fever, influenza, congestion, sore throat
Saint Johns Wort
causes cataracts
saliva
savory (Satureja hortensis L.)
schisandra for inflammation, cough, and nerve pain
self-hypnosis
sex , versus migraines
extended sleep, more, more
be slim, vs. migraine
don't smoke (see long-term cognition for help on quitting)
snake root (Polygala senega) for coughs
spa bathing
spinach
stinging nettle
strawberries
avoid refined sugar and simple starches
sulfur
tart cherries
taurine, more
white tea
thyme oil
tocopherols
transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS)
Tribulus terrestris
turmeric, more
vegan diet vs. fibromyalgia, vs. menstrual pain, vs. breast pain
vegetarian diet, more
vibration
vinpocetine
violet (fever also)
quercetin
backward walking vs. low back pain, more
water vs. migraine, more
white willow tree bark
wild lettuce (Lactuca virosa)
witch hazel (external only)
yoga, more, more, more, more
zinc, more
A low carbohydrate diet will lower metabolic inflammation.
more on inflammation, more, more, more
a pain management summary
migraine information
avoid opioid pain meds
NSAID caution, more
Pro-inflammatory stuff
advanced glycation end products (AGEs) (see Avoiding Parkinsons for more information)
alcohol, more
aluminum (see long-term cognition for more on aluminum)
carrageenan, more, more
chicken and eggs
estradiol
Helicobacter pylori bacteria, more
too much iron
lectins
loneliness, more
meditation
meat, eggs, and dairy (more), red meat

methyl-glyoxal
monosodium glutamate - in mice
VSL#3 probiotic
negative and competitive social interactions
obesity, more, more, more, more
omega-6 fatty acids
refined vegetable oils, soy oil, meat
a high-protein diet
rancid oils
saturated fat, more, more, more, more (except coconut)
lack of sleep, shift work
ruminating on stressful events
sugar
ultra-fine particles in air, more, more
viruses: hepatitis, human papilloma
insulin resistance
wheat?
Kidney Health
a plant-based diet
Kidney Stones (urinary calculi)
apples
citrus juice, more
a DASH-style diet
green tea, more
a low-oxalate diet
pumpkin seeds
vinegar
Longevity/Ageing
acetaminophen is dangerous, especially with alcohol
n-acetylcysteine
acid-alkaline balance
avoid prescription antidepressants (see Depression, above)
minimize advanced glycation end products (see avoiding Parkinsons for more information)
aerobic exercise , more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more
just a little alcohol, more, more, more
not even a DROP of alcohol before driving, dont drive hungover
alpha carotene
antibiotic caution
antioxidant pills are of no value (more, more), but foods are
ashwagandha
astaxanthin
the importance of autophagy, more, more, more, more, more, more
cannabis (more), oleander, lithium (more), resveratrol,
silibinin, sesame, vitamin D, bromelain, pterostilbene (blueberries),
all berries, glucosamine, calorie restriction, fasting, leucine limitation, vitamin K2,
capsaicin, exercise (more, more, more), inhibited by methionine
balance training
vitamin B12
basil
beans
avoid BCAAs
control blood sugar, more, more, more
blueberries
vitamin C, more
calcium and vitamin D, more, more
calorie restriction the most proven thing!, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
only when combined with exercise
even when started late in life!, more, it can grow telomeres!
rebuttal to the monkey study, more, more, more, more
favorably affects genes
causes hormesis
minimize vitamin B3
cannabis, more
not an accident hazard
minimize carbohydrates, but eat a plant-based diet!
carnosine, more, more, more, more, more (or beta alanine)
carotenoids
arsenic in supermarket chicken and pork
salmonella in chicken caution
chocolate, more
chondroitin
citrus
clioquinol
CO-Q10 (or idebenone (more))
coffee, more, more, more, more, more, but not too much!
colonoscopies
cooking concern
copper to zinc ratio concern
cordyceps
avoid GM corn
a rebuttal
curcumin, more, more
cyprenil/selgiline/deprenyl
but not too much!, more, vs. suicide
avoid/control depression, more
detoxification is a myth, more
avoid doctors, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more (when
practical)
avoid driving while yakking, even hands-free!, more
fasting
fiber
flax, fish, more
keep HDLs high
vitamin E (from diet - not supplements)
education, more
exercise, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
even just walking!
Toss the TV!, more, more
never too late!, more, more, more, more
changes genes!
affects personality!
short and vigorous is best
don't suffer from falls
control inflammation
flax/chia/walnuts/fatty fish, more, more
being fit is more important than being slim
folate (salad)
friends
genes less important than assumed, more
ginkgo, more, more
glucosamine
avoid gun ownership, more, more
Ibuprofen caution, more
inhibit glycation, more, more, more, more (see avoiding Parkinsons for more information)
keep blood iron normal
gratitude, more
green tea extract, more, more, more
guggulsterone
do not carry a gun
he shou wu (fo ti)

hormesis, more, more, more, more, more (mild stressors)
olive oil
idebenone, more
low IGF-1, more, more, more, more, more, more (see Common Stuff that Causes Cancer for
more information)
control inflammation, more, more (see Inflammation above)
low interleukin-6 level
calorie restriction
avoid inflammation, more, more, more, more (see Natural Anti-inflammatory, above)
iron caution
heme iron from red meat is a potent source
vitamin K2, more
the evils of leucine (contained in milk and BCAAs)
lifestyle vs. genes, more
natural lifestyle to avoid toxins
lipoic acid
low-dose lithium, more
give up meat, but take B12 (elderly need more) and carnosine or a less expensive precursor
beta alanine
magnesium
no marathons
mindfulness, more
minimize meat
minimize medical care, more, more
meditation, more
Mediterranean diet, more, more, more
melatonin, more
methionine restriction, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more (see the Long-term Cognition section for more info)
metformin, more
control mTOR
avoid leucine (dairy) and keep blood sugar low
music training
inhibit NF-kappaB - see the section on cancer for inhibition information
nuts
olive oil
omega-3 fatty acids, more (flax, fish)
pesticides in veggies
phosphate caution, more, more, more, more (sources, colas and meat, also in processed
cheese)
conquer phobias
more
do not heat foods in plastic
avoid excessive polyunsaturated fats, though CO-Q10 (or idebenone (more)) helps
polyphenols, more
more potassium (plant-based foods) and less sodium
probiotics
a low protein diet
psychotropic drug caution
quercetin
avoid red and processed meat
resistance exercise, more
resveratrol, more, more, more, more, more (can be obtained cheaply here, absorption is
enhanced with grapefruit juice and lecithin)
a dissenting view
rhodiola, more, more
rose-colored glasses, more, more, more, more, more
avoid Roundup herbicide
vinegar, more, more
limit salt
schisandra
sirt1 activation (see Sleep for more information)
avoid excessive sitting, more, more, more, more, more
adequate sleep, more
avoid sleeping pills if obese, or even if not obese
be slim, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
a rebuttal to the JAMA BMI study, more (BMI is a flawed predictor of health)
do not smoke tobacco, more, even third-hand smoke is bad!
never too late to quit, fruits and veggies to the rescue?, herbal help?
spices
sugar caution, avoid sugary drinks
superoxide dismutase, more
n-acetylcysteine, more
avoid statin drugs, more, causes falls in the elderly
less frying, more steaming
a little stress, but not too much, more, more, more, more (see stress below)
sugary drink caution
sunshine, more
be careful about supplements
tarragon caution
green tea
tetanus shots
tocotrienols
toss the TV!
trees
The case for a vegan diet (+ exercise, water, etc.)

veggies!, more
volunteering
walking, more, more, more
a steady body weight
never stop working
use a water filter
avoid yakking while driving
zinc
more information, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
A good diet, exercise, and calorie restriction beats out most supplements for longevity.
Mood
Bad moods are bad, bad, bad, bad, bad!
alpha-lipoic acid
appreciation
vitamin C
cannabis
chewing gum
dark chocolate
circadian rhythm via normal light
citrus oils
coffee
vitamin D, more
for women: estrogen therapy
exercise, more
talk about experiences rather than things
happy foods
humor
flax, fatty fish
goji tea
a ketogenic (low starch/sugar) diet
lemon aroma
red, not blue, light in the evening
magnesium
early afternoon nap
phosphatidyl serine
pregnenolone
probiotics?
sleep
avoid statin drugs, more, more, more
avoid refined sugars and simple starches
talk about yourself

write bad thoughts then throw it away
turmeric
yoga, more
water
Re-think "negative emotions"
The perils of obesity:
faster ageing
arterial stiffness
arthritis
atherosclerosis, more
asthma
back problems
poor quality bones
shrinks the brain, more
elevated C-reactive protein
cancer, more, more, more, more, more
chronic disease
cost
lower vitamin D
dementia, more, more
diabetes, more
fatty liver disease
coffee
fibromyalgia complications
gallstones
hypertension
inflammation, more, more
a disrupted internal clock
shortens life
surgical complications
low life expectancy, more
osteoporosis, more
restless legs syndrome
lower testosterone
A progressive dietitian's blog
Preventing obesity:
answer food addiction with exercise
almonds, more
avoid antibiotics if possible, more
antioxidants
arginine, more
aromatherapy
not a good idea to use aspartame (Nutrasweet), Splenda (sucralose), or saccharin as a sugar
substitute, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more (see also Preventing and Treating Stroke)
aspirin
be an early bird
barley
beets
berries, more
avoid bisphenol A, more, more, more, more, more, more
bitter melon, more
black tea extract
black pepper, more
blueberries
eat a bigger breakfast than dinner
skip breakfast occasionally
brown fat, more
be cold, more
brown seaweed (Undaria pinnatifida)
burdock
vitamin C
calcium and vitamin D, more, more, more
calorie restriction prevents weight rebound
capsaicin (hot peppers), more, more
minimize carbs, not fat, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
low carb friends, carbohydrates can kill, a high-fat diet caution, LCHF
a rebuttal
carnitine, more
carvacrol
substitute mashed cauliflower for mashed potatoes
Simple calorie counting is wrong, more
chicory
chocolate
oregano, thyme
tart cherries
chickpeas
chlorella algae
chocolate flavonoids, more
chromium
circadian clock is important, more (no midnight snacks!)
cissus quadrangularis (gives me diarrhea)

citrus
coconut oil, more, more, more
coffee, more
cognitive training
conjugated linoleic acid
curcumin
vitamin D, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
darkness at night
dental diligence
avoid dichlorophenol pesticides
toss the diet soda, more
dieting does not work
OTC drugs
see an endocrinologist
Exercise alone not a good weight loss strategy, more, more, more, more, more, more
but it helps more, more, more, more, more. more, more, more, more, more
especially vigorous exercise, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, on an empty stomach (more)
aerobic beats resistance training for the time-constrained
short and frequent workouts beget fullness
deadliest fast food meals
Dietary fat, in moderation, does not cause obesity, but limit saturated fat (except coconut).
small dishes and cutlery
fenugreek
fiber, more, more
fish oil (or flax), more, more, more, more, more (flax is rich in lignans)
food choices (avoid potatoes, junk food, and grilled food; eat nuts, veggies, yogurt), more
food timing
avoid high fructose corn syrup, more, more, more, more
avoid any added fructose, more, more, more or sucrose
avoid fruit juice
fucoidan, more, more (found in bladderwrack and kelp)
garcinia cambogia, more, more, beware!
No food has the lowest glycemic index of any food, so workout on an empty stomach!
goat's rue (Galega officinalis)
grape seed extract (tastes awful!), more
grapefruit
green tea, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
green tea extract in bulk here
guanylyl cyclase C
Gymnema sylvestre
herbs for weight loss

hibiscus tea
the Instinct Diet
iodine, more (kelp is a potent source - maybe too potent)
nix juice in favor of food, more
keep a journal
a ketogenic (low-starch) diet
not a heart hazard
licorice, more
R-lipoic acid, more
avoid supermarket meat full of antibiotics
mediterranean diet, more, more, more
medium-chain fatty acids
melatonin, more
methionine restriction (see Long-term Cognition for additional information
avoid methyl-glyoxal, more (advanced glycation end product (AGE))
avoid mid-morning snacks
mind tricks
mindfulness vs. food addiction, more, more, more
avoid MSG, more, more, more, more, more
mushrooms, more, swap meat for mushrooms
naringenin
neurobiological approach
keep night dark, and food-free (more, more, more)
night owl lifestyle caution
nonalcoholic steatohepatitis
nuts, more, more, more, more, more
oats
obesogen caution
olive oil
minimize omega-6 fatty acid consumption (see inflammation, above for omega-6 information)
onions and green tea
bitter orange, more
overeating begets same, more, more
paleolithic (grain and dairy-free) diet, more, more
a rebuttal
weight-loss pill caution
pistachios
a plant-based diet, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
plate size and color contrast key to portion sizes
pomegranate
porangaba tea
minimize potato intake
probiotics, more
avoid processed foods

Diluted protein is bad news, get adequate protein
purple corn
raw foods, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
restaurant caution
rose hip
saffron (Crocus sativus)
avoid excessive salt, more
minimize saturated fat, more
eat on a schedule, more, more
seaweed fiber
self esteem
shitake mushrooms
how sitting causes obesity, more, more
no excuses!
adequate sleep, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
portion size caution while sleep deprived
slimming tea caution
black soybeans
not a good idea to use Splenda as a sugar substitute, more, more
develop a taste for the spicy
avoid snacking
avoid soda, more, more, more, more, more
soy, more, more
limit starch, not fat, more (a ketogenic diet)
limit stress
not a good idea to rely on sucralose for weight loss
avoid a high sugar intake, more
better sweeteners: coconut sugar, xylitol, stevia, licorice root, luo han guo
tangerines
thermogenesis, more
eat thoughfully, more, more, more, more, more
turmeric, more, more, more, more, more
tryptophan
a vegan (plant-based) diet, more, more
take the long view
vinegar
walnuts
watermelon
substitute spaghetti squash for wheat-based spaghetti
avoid weight loss supplements
weight maintenance training
whey protein (I would not use this due to the inflammation issues and the leucine content (overstimulating MTOR is not good.) Same thing with BCAAs due to the methionine content.)
water
Don't eat while working
or just take smaller bites
limit wheat, more(?) If one does consume wheat, make it whole wheat.
white tea
workout ideas, more
xylitol
yerba mate, more, more
yoga
low-fat yogurt caution
yo-yo dieting not a hazard, more (not a good strategy, either!)
a rebuttal, more
more information here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here, here
Enriched environment versus addiction (wow!)
Treating obesity complications:
chlorella
vitamin D
grapes
grape seed extract
melatonin
quercetin
resveratrol, more
Many reasons to not judge the obese:
faulty signaling in the brain, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more,
more, more, more, more, more, more, more, a downward spiral, carbs are addictive
(more, more), genes (more, more)
Oral health
coconut, more
limit acidic beverages, more, more
minimize bisphenol-a exposure
avoid brushing too soon after an acidic meal
vitamin C
cat's claw, more (Uncaria tormentosa)
chamomile
Co-Q10, more
cranberries, more
drugs vs. healthy teeth
energy drink warning
fish & flax, more, more, more
folic acid
garlic
goldenseal (Hydrastis canadensis)
green tea vs. dental caries
hyaluronic acid
hydrogen peroxide
licorice root
manuka honey
nutmeg vs. tooth pain
oil pulling, more, more
oolong tea
a plant-based diet, more - but rinse (dont brush) immediately after eating something sour
pomagranate peel
propolis
soda caution
beware sports and energy drinks
dont smoke tobacco (see long-term cognition for help on quitting)
turmeric
lose weight, more
xylitol, more
Avoiding Osteoporosis:
a little alcohol
apples
apple cider vinegar
acid/alkaline dietary balance, more, more (a low-starch vegan diet is alkaline)
avoid bone meds, more
beware of coffee and tea, or maybe not
blueberries
boron, more
curcumin (turmeric), more, more
vitamin B12
blackberry tea
blueberries
vitamin C, more
sources of calcium, more, best not to rely on dairy for calcium (polluted milk)
fracture risk, heart caution, best spread through the day
cannabis
celeriac
conjugated linoleic acid, more
avoid too much copper
vitamin D, more, more, more
DHEA, more
avoid supplemental vitamin E (alpha tocopherol)

earthing
estrogen replacement therapy for postmenopausal women
exercise - the most important thing!
high-impact exercise
horsetail
flavonoids, more (see long-term cognition for more on polyphenols)
flax (or fish), more, more, more
genistein
hesperidin (from citrus)
keep IGF-1 low
iodine
vitamin K
vitamin K2, more
lipoic acid
magnesium
menatetrenone
olives, more
a bright outlook
phosphate additives in meat and cola caution
avoid phthalates
phytates (a plant-based diet)
potassium, more
potassium citrate, more, more
propolis
prunes, more, more (dried plums) (I prefer fresh plums when in season)
pumpkin seeds
resistance training, more, more
salt caution, more, more, more, more
silicon, more, more (beer, bananas, and string beans)
sleep, more
stay slim, more
dont smoke tobacco
toss the soda, more
soy
spinach
SSRI antidepressants bone fractures
strontium, more
soy
vibration therapy, more, more
walnuts
weight loss
xylitol, more, more, more
zinc, more, more
osteoporosis information, more, more, more
problems with osteoporosis drugs
Parasites (under construction)*
Boswellia serrata
Avoiding Parkinson's:
chemicals to avoid, more
n-acetyl cysteine, more
avoid advanced glycation end products (AGEs)
pro-AGEs: dry heat cooking, fried food, dry cereal, margarine
anti-AGEs: chlorella, okra
astaxanthin, more
avoid amphetamines
berries, more
Bacopa monnieri
Cannabis might inhibit symptoms.
coffee, more, more, more
creatine, more
curcumin, more (found in turmeric)
cyprenil/selegiline/deprenyl
vitamin E
exercise
inhibit glycation, more. more
cloves, allspice, cinnamon, thyme, carnosine (or beta alanine)
avoid glyphosate (Roundup herbicide)
green tea
ibuprofen
iron caution (see avoiding type 2 diabetes for more on iron)
R-alpha lipoic acid and acetyl-L-Carnitine
a ketogenic diet, more
avoid manganese
curcumin
melatonin, more
avoid metabolic syndrome
minimize milk
naringenin
niacin deficiency
nicotine (best delivered via vaporizer or patch)

peppers
avoid these pesticides, more, more, more
phosphatidylserine
Polygonum multiflorum Thunb (Chinese herbal medicine)
rhodiola
avoid Roundup herbicide, more, more (glyphosate)
sleep
sugar caution
prevent silent strokes (see stroke, below)
a vegan (plant-based) diet, more, more, more
zinc
serotonin treatment?
Prostate health (under construction)*
pumpkin seeds, more
Avoiding sarcopenia (age-related muscle wasting and frailty):
alkaline diet, more
beta alanine
calorie restriction, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
chocolate and oranges
conjugated linoleic acid
creatine
vitamin D
DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone)
vitamin E
exercise - the most important thing!, more
fish oil or flax
beware increasing IGF-1 to treat, more
see Common Stuff that Causes Cancer for additional information on IGF-1
low interleukin-6
calorie restriction
iodine
Sirt1 activation (see Sleep section for information on Sirt1 gene)
avoid statin drugs
vegan diet, more
vibration therapy
Better sex: (from a guy's perspective)
avoid anemia
anise
aphrodisiacs
Atkins diet caution
basil vs. nitric oxide caution, more (This negatively affected me after drinking tea made from a
handful of basil flowers)
bicycling caution
avoid bisphenol A, more
vitamin C
cadmium caution (see long-term cognition for more on cadmium)
calorie restriction
cannabis caution
catuaba
cholesterol caution
cloves
DHEA
cordyceps, more
damiana (Turnera diffusa)
dental diligence
diet
fasting
high-fat (fast food) diet caution
fenugreek
ginger, more
ginseng
avoid glyphosate (Roundup herbicide)
beware hair loss drugs
lead caution (see long-term cognition, above, for more on lead poisoning)
nutmeg - not too much!
rhodiola
maca, more, more, more
Muira puama
nettle root, more
oxytocin?
pistachio nuts
a plant-based diet
resveratrol
saffron
schisandra
Siberian ginseng (Eleutherococcus senticosis)
sleep
don't overdo soy, more
avoid statin drugs, more, more, more, more
testosterone
resistance training, tribulus terrestris, zinc, be slim
acetyl-L-carnitine, phosphtidyl serine, nettle root, zinc, tribulus, fenugreek, coleus forskolhlii
tribulus, more, more
avoid NSAIDs, more, more
walnuts boost sperm quality
watermelon, especially yellow (arginine and citrulline supplementation will aggravate herpes)
weight loss
avoid too much zinc
This bit on WebMD is helpful, but not very thorough.
This bit at altmedicine.about.com is a little more helpful.
(for women) (under construction)
Avoid glycerine-based personal lubricants
almond oil, coconut oil
bicycle caution, more
cholesterol caution
gm (NK603 x MON810) corn versus fertility
sesame seeds
additional information, more
Skin (under construction)
acne causes: milk
beets vs. acne
calorie restriction
cannabis vs. allergic contact dermatitis
healthy diet vs. cellulite
coconut oil
curcumin
vitamin D, more
Lactobacillus plantarum vs. Atopic dermatitis
kimchi
fasting
flax oil, more (best consumed as ground up chilled flax seed)
green tea, more
vs. sunburn
hyaluronic acid, more, more
dimethylaminoethanol vs. age spots
eczema
avoid milk?
evening primrose oil
oatmeal
a plant-based diet vs. wrinkles, for a healthy glow, vs. cellulite (more)
psoriasis site, another
sleep
being slim vs. psoriasis

avoid sunburn
cloudy days are also hazardous
sunlight versus psoriasis
thyme for acne
Sleep:
acupressure, more
acupuncture, more, more, more, more, more
alcohol not a good sleep aid
Blue light close to bed may interfere with sleep
Help for getting to sleep for computer users
cannabis, more, more (works best when consumed (smoked or vaporized - not eaten) hour
before bedtime)
chamomile, more, more
cherry juice
clary sage
cognitive behavioral therapy
vitamin D
earthing, more
essential oils
exercise, more
foot massage
gratitude
hops, more
kava
kiwifruit
lavender, more, more
magnesium, potassium, vitamin D
magnolia
marjoram
meditation, more
melatonin
moxibustion
night time waking is OK
orange
avoid excessive mobile phone use
salt caution
schisandra, more
American scullcap, more, more
sex, more
sirt1 gene activation
resveratrol (more, more), calorie restriction (more, more. more, more)

beware of sleeping pills, more, more
be slim
soothing music, more
SSRI antidepressants insomnia
avoid statin drugs?, more, more
low sunlight combined with electric lights create disturbed sleep
tai chi, more, more
tart cherry, more, more
tryptophan
valerian, more, more, more
vetivert
ylang ylang
yoga, more
5-HTP (a fast-acting form of tryptophan)
Stress\anxiety remedies:
acupuncture, more, more
aerobic exercise the most important thing! more, more, more
self-affirmation
art therapy
ashwagandha, more, more
astaxanthin
B vitamins, more
good bacteria
basil
bergamot
beta-glucan
black tea
posturally correct breathing, deep breathing, pay attention to breath
vitamin C
chewing gum
dark chocolate, more
minimize clutter
Codyceps sinensis
coffee
cumin (Cuminum cyminum)
curcumin, more, more, more, more, more (from turmeric)
vitamin D
drumming
earthing, more
essential oils, more, more, more, more, more
exercise, more, more, more, more, even when forced
flax seed, more
forest bathing, more, more, more
geranium
Panax ginseng
grapefruit
chewing gum
hatha yoga
holy basil (Ocimum sanctum)
hops
humor
kava, more
lavender, more, more, more
lemon balm, more (Melissa offininalis)
lemon grass
licorice root
lions mane mushroom (Hericium erinaceus)
magnesium
massage
meditation, more, more, more, just a few minutes a day
melons
mindfulness, more, more
MSM
music, more, more, more
nature
patchouli
petitgrain
pets
phosphatidyl serine
pomegranates
a noble purpose in life
relaxation techniques
qi-therapy
resveratrol
rhodiola, more, more, more
rosemary aroma
salt caution
sesame
sex, more
shisandra, more (Shizandra chinensis)
spa bathing
avoid statin drugs
strawberries, more
superoxide dismutase
n-acetylcysteine
tai chi
black tea
green tea
theanine, more, more
tryptophan
tulsi (holy basil), more, more
valerian
walnuts
yoga, more, more
zinc
other ways to destress, change your thinking
the importance of avoiding stress
Preventing and treating stroke:
n-acetyl-cysteine
limit alcohol, more, more, more
avoid amphetamines
apples and pears, more, more
avoid aspartame (?) (Nutrasweet)
astaxanthin
avoid birth control pills
keep blood pressure low-normal, more
vitamin C, more, more
calcium caution
cannabis, more
capsaicin (hot peppers)
beta carotene (cooked veggies, especially orange-colored)
tart cherries
dark chocolate, more, more
control cholesterol
citrus
cloves, more, more
avoid cocaine
coffee, more
curcumin (component of turmeric)

avoid depression, more, more
avoid type 2 diabetes (see Avoiding type 2 diabetes, above)
avoid diet soda
earthing?
eat less
exercise, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, even walking
keep inflammation low - see Inflammation, above
abdominal fat is especially dangerous
fiber, more
fish/flax/walnuts/purslane
flavonoids
garlic
ginger
hawthorne
get treated for atrial fibrillation (irregular heart beat)
isoflavone (beans)
vitamin K
lutein
Mediterranean diet
a good mood (see mood, above)
olive oil, more
Omega-3 fatty acids (flax, fish oil), more, more, more, more, more, more, more
optimism
oranges
be cautious about common painkillers
a plant-based diet
potassium
pseudoephedrine caution
less red meat, more
resveratrol
less salt, more, more
silicon
avoid SSRI anti-depressants
adequate sleep
stay slim, more, more, more, more, more, more, more
don't smoke tobacco, more (see long-term cognition for help on quitting)
avoid SSRI antidepressants

minimize sugar and processed food
tea: black or green
tocotrienols
traffic noise caution (also a heart and diabetes risk)
turmeric (curcumin), more
a vegan diet, more
vinpocetine
lose weight
white fruits and veggies (quercetin is probably responsible)
More preventive info here, here, here, here, and here.
Natural triglyceride control:(lipid profile or dyslipidemia)
astaxanthin
vitamin C, more
cayenne, more
chocolate is innocent, more
chromium
cilantro (Coriandrum sativum)
cinnamon
exercise
fasting, more, more
fenugreek
minimize added fructose and sucrose (or exercise a lot)
garlic
green tea
hazelnuts (filberts)
ketogenic diet
kiwi
lipoic acid
low-fat plant foods
naringenin (grapefruit)
magnesium
noni seed
okra
onions
prickly pear
pu-erh tea
avoid refined carbs
resveratrol
sesame
shitake mushrooms
minimize sugar and fructose
green tea, black tea
turmeric
limit wheat
Maybe not applicable to the elderly, more
Unclassified stuff:
Tale all of the above with the proverbial grain of salt.
How to spot bogus health claims, perhaps most claims are bogus!
At least be sceptical, more
Adopting a healthier lifestyle, change diet and exercise habits at the same time for best results.
About domestic abuse.
Coconut oil speeds wound healing. Also bromelain, sugar, and lactic acid microbes.
natural therapy caution
Ginkgo, kudzu (puerarin) nerve regeneration
Pesticides best washed off with friction and vinegar
Canned and frozen veggies are good food, except for the bisphenol A in the can lining.
Emphasize whole foods.
The problem with a raw-food diet, more
Reflexology primer: http://naturalhealthezine.com/an-introduction-to-reflexology/
I simply walk barefoot on rocks at every opportunity.
Calories burned during any exercise (except deep knee bends!):
Drug overdose info: http://www.friendsdontletfriendsdie.com/index.shtml
Antibiotics in our meat
Constipation yields to a vegan diet., more
A guide to food additives
Titanium dioxide caution (sunscreen, white paint)
Dangerous supplements: beta carotene, vitamin E, excessive vitamin C
Supplement contamination is a big problem, especially with bulk powders sourced from
China. Bulk supplement vendors such as Beyond-a-Century, and sellers on Ebay, do not
test anything. Responsible supplement vendors such as Now Foods do test.
Beware of grapefruit interactions, and other interactions

It might take more than casual sunshine to get adequate vitamin D
Diacetyl in microwave popcorn butter flavoring causes lung disease.
Polluted farmed shrimp and meat
Salmon is a potent source of flame retardant chemicals. Fish oil caution (Now Foods claims to
test for such contamination)
A plant-based diet to avoid thyroid problems., and neutralize carcinogenic pollutants
Though I cite WebMD often, beware!
Quack clinics are also dangerous!
Anti-vaccination idiots kill people.
Chiropractic caution
Chelation caution
Paleolithic diet nonsense (more, more, more, more, more, more); the true Paleolithic diet - plantbased
Is wheat healthy?, more, more
misleading labels
Exercise - the most important thing!
Being fit is more important than being slim, more
getting fit, save time with more vigor!, running works!, gym not required
Consuming antioxidant pills inhibits progress.
Mint, raisins, mustard, music, calorie restriction (more, more), and Rhodiola rosea
enhance performance.
Fish oil and fenugreek for muscle mass
A carbohydrate-restricted (ketogenic) diet helps, also vitamin D.
Cancer-causing, diabetes-causing BCAAs dont help athletic performance and recovery.
A plant-based diet prevents exercise-induced oxidative stress.
A vegan diet is gym-compatible.
Consume citrus during training to reduce muscle fatigue.
Green tea and vitamin E amplify metabolic benefits of exercise
break a sweat to heal.
never too late!
fit it in with short bursts, short sessions are best
Gym not required.
Why back exercise (twisting, etc) is important.
Low-load resistance training - to exhaustion - is best, more
Lots of protein not necessary for exercise. Vitamin D and a ketogenic diet will help.
Heavy metals in protein supplements!
Best to ingest some calcium prior to working out.

Statin drugs might hurt, more, more
for women athletes
Spot reduction is a myth
Avoid AGEs (see Parkinsons for more information)
The safest ways to increase human growth hormone (HGH):
vigorous resistance exercise
vigorous aerobic exercise, more
fasting
being slim
sleep
Reiki (Therapeutic touch) is bogus
Homeopathy is bogus!, more, more. more, more, more
Astrology is bogus!, more, more (Sometimes used to inform health decisions (!))
Microwave cooking caution?
Cruciferous veggies, ginger, lemon balm, and rosemary versus radiation poisoning.
plant-based diet vs. essential tremors
plant-based diet vs. dietary pollutants and pesticides
Ethical (more, more, more, more, more, more) and gross-out arguments for a plantbased diet.
Periodic fasting vs. epileptic seizures, also cannabis
Tapping - there may be something to this. After all, there is a lot we dont know!
calorie restriction vs. oxidative stress, more, more
Sinus infections are usually viral
A social network for patients: http://www.patientslikeme.com/
An interesting food culturing site, and health calculator
My goals with this list were brevity, accuracy, and completeness - in that order. Due to the
continuing emphasis on brevity, I suggest that if one is concerned about some condition that, for
instance, runs in the family, click on the embedded hyperlinks! There is usually always more
information beyond the single word that provides the link.
In vitro vs in vivo: Most of the studies cited here are in vitro tests. These are usually done in a
petri dish. While in-body (in vivo) treatment effectiveness can be implied by such methods,
many such leads are dead-ends due to toxicity or other confounding factors. In the Antifungal
section, for instance, most entries indicate effectiveness on Candida, but only a few on
candidiasis.
I get my turmeric from a middle eastern market at the corner of Melrose and Hacienda, in Vista,
California, USA. I cook this stuff up in a pot (it tends to stain the pot) along with high-phenol
spices (also helps preserve cognitive ability) that I get in bulk: cloves, cumin, allspice, and
coriander. I get those spices whole and grind them in a little coffee mill just prior to use - fresher
that way. I also add tomato paste (improves the taste), coconut oil (makes the fat soluble stuff
available), then, after it cools, I stir in a bit of phytosterol powder.
About me:
I, Otto Hunt, am an electrical engineer who enjoys the benefits of ADD (I dont need structure you cant shake the world in a structure!) and mild autism (more, more, more, more, more,
more, more) (Asperger's). I have long had a focused interest in cognitive preventive health, but I
know that such does not happen in isolation. So that interest of mine grew to encompass all of
preventive health.

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Allergy prevention:

amla (Anwala churna)

green tea, more, more, more, more

cordyceps, more, more

Metformin, more, more, more (diabetic drug)

pomegranates, more, more, more, more, more, more

strawberries, more, more, more

aflatoxin, more, more (improperly stored peanuts and soybeans)

lack of exercise, more, more

obesity, more, more, more, more, more, more

broccoli and cabbage

do future generations a favor and avoid this stuff

limit breakfast cereal, more, the box is more nutritious

solid food too soon may cause allergies

Nei Yang Gong for improved self control

choice in veggies is best

green tea, more, more, more, more

angiotensin receptor blockers (blood pressure meds)

naringenin, garlic (more, more), vitamin C, green tea

avoid depression (see Depression, below)

avoid inflammation, more, more

n-back, n-back, n-back

beta alanine (in mice)

Bacillus coagulans aka Lactobacillus sprogenes

keeps blood sugar low

probiotic bacteria, more

minimize cows milk, more, more, more, more, more, more

it doesnt take much (more, more), but make it vigorous!

Medline for more informaiton, more

common cumin (Cuminum cyminum)

oat bran, more

aerobic exercise - the most important thing!

control blood sugar, more, more

natural blood thinners, more

vitamin D, more, more, more, more, more, more, more, more

GM (MON810) corn vs. normal immune response

garlic, sodium selenite

vs. Aspergillus niger - in vitro

Gnaphalium oxyphyllum, americanum, more - in vitro (Mexican traditional medicine)

propolis, more - in vitro; more - in rats

vs. foodborne bugs - in vitro

pomegranate peel vs. Candida and other pathogens - in vitro

elephant's tongue - in vitro (Haemanthus albiflos)

angelica, more, more

cat's claw (Uncaria tomentosa)

essential oils, more, more

magnesium vs. migraine, more, more, more, more, more

pau d'arco, more

meat, eggs, and dairy (more), red meat

he shou wu (fo ti)

The case for a vegan diet (+ exercise, water, etc.)

talk about yourself

cissus quadrangularis (gives me diarrhea)

herbs for weight loss

avoid processed foods

avoid supplemental vitamin E (alpha tocopherol)

nicotine (best delivered via vaporizer or patch)

being slim vs. psoriasis

resveratrol (more, more), calorie restriction (more, more. more, more)

curcumin (component of turmeric)

avoid SSRI antidepressants

Beware of grapefruit interactions, and other interactions

Best to ingest some calcium prior to working out.