Chronic Pain and the Foods/Habits That Exacerbate It

Chronic pain from injuries and degenerative diseases like arthritis are a nightmare, often requiring heavy hitting pain meds, at least initially. I've worked with many sufferers of chronic pain who unwittingly continue eating highly acidic foods.Acidic foods aggravate inflammation which, in turn, increases pain.  As a rule of thumb, avoid coffee, colas, processed foods, cooked tomato products and sugars/sweeteners and increase fresh vegetables and fruits.  See our alkaline kidney diet in chapter 5 (p. 53) of my book, Feeling Very Much Better.I've gone through several bouts of chronic pain more than once myself - I did it many years ago with the gift of a cappuccino machine, which made divine coffee while eroding my menopausal shoulder joints.  I've noticed that when the worst is over, if I eat a large salad 1-2 times a day, it cuts the pain by about 25%.  Adding fresh lemon or lime water during the day, and taking my morning herbs with black cherry juice, helps some too. Fresh fruit an hour or two after dinner can also cut the pain.  The goal is to keep the system as alkaline as possible.  And, no... alkaline water by itself is not of much help if the diet is still acidic.Taxing the immune system and liver makes the pain worse, which is where the herbs come into play.  They further alkalize the blood and enable us to walk, or begin some other movement, in turn loosening up the stiffness from the chronic pain.Then, of course, there are the hot baths with epsom salts and any meditative exercises like yoga, tai chi, or qigong - or simply sit and meditate with focus on slow breaths.  While they may not eliminate chronic pain, improvement can be noticeable enough to begin cutting the pain meds.  This, in turn, eases the pain too, as long term use of pain meds actually increases chronic pain by ignoring the causes.At the beginning, we can work together fairly closely by phone or email with herbs, doses, food and exercise suggestions until your own rhythm is established in maintaining a comfort level.When you sum it all up, there is that light at the end of the tunnel that shows us an end to chronic pain is possible.

CHRONIC PAIN TESTIMONIAL

"Dear Eve, The BILICA and AR+ got rid of Steve's (my boyfriend's) back and elbow pain in 3 days.  Thanks again for your magic." - KTHANK YOU for referring friends and family:  Edna Blair, Paul Crane MD, Gina Figueroa, Steve Marosi and Vicki Myles.Best of Health to You as Always,Doc EveFrom So. Calif., call 310-855-1111 / Otherwise, call 541-482-2112Email: doctoreve@evesherbs.com                www.EvesHerbs.comCome find us on         and         for daily tips and updates

Dehydration is Often Deceptive in the Cooler Weather

Dehydration can sneak up on us.  Until the rains start, and air becomes moist again, be sure to stay hydrated.  The cooler weather can fool our bodies into drinking less, and the deception can lead to kidney and bladder problems with associated back pain.We're still dry and draught-stricken here in Oregon, too.  I've been doing some rain dances so the clouds will dump their precious stuff, but it seems my inner dancer is snoring.

Dehydration Symptoms

Aside from the obvious feelings of thirst, consider mild dehydration as a possibility if you are experiencing headaches, constipation, dry mouth, eyes or skin, unusual tiredness, decreased urine output, dizziness or lightheadedness.If water doesn't quench the thirst, the juicy seasonal fruits are much better equipped to do so.  They fend off dehydration better too, as the water doesn't fly through our bodies as fast. Right now the apples and pears are at their peak, as are my favorite "meaty" black grapes, which will all help to:1)  Plump up the skin again2)  Re-moisten dry mouth and eyes3)  Calm a pounding heart and4)  Wake up a fuzzy brainJuices are best avoided as they are too calorie- and sugar-packed, unless they are diluted with at least 1/2 to 3/4 water, especially if we're already on guard against any hypoglycemia or diabetes problems.Favorite herbs this month include all of the immune formulas as we prepare for "flu season" (see "Immune System" on p.21 in the Reference Guide section at the back of your Eve's Herbs catalog for a list).  Also, the Patic Fe and Pan DM formulas for pancreas, liver and colon pick-me-uppers.Best of Health to You as Always,Doc EveFrom So. Calif., call 310-855-1111 / Otherwise, call 541-482-2112Email: doctoreve@evesherbs.com                      EvesHerbs.comCome find us on    and   for daily tips and updates

Prevent Autumn Allergies, Colds and Flus

Race through autumn allergies, colds and flus and stay strong through the end of the year

Here comes autumn, my favorite season.  But, if I get a cold, it would be about this time of the year.I've discovered that I can often outwit it by doing a little detox of belly, blood and plumbing while upping my immune herbs.  It stands to reason that the immune herbs will be more effective in a receptive and "clean" system than one that's still trying to clear out the ice cream, mai tais, hot dogs, pizzas and beer.  See it as cleaning and sweeping out a room before refurnishing.Take a look at the detox diet in my book and just add your favorite "clean and lean" proteins to it, like grilled wild-caught salmon or grass-fed, hormone and antibiotic-free meats.  You may find that 4-6 weeks is enough, or just stay on a maintenance version of that great support for the body over the holidays too.  It can happen more easily than one might think, since it feels so good.Check your supply of the immune formulas Bactotox, Herba Pneu, A-Defense and/or Enhance or AHCC, along with the Patic Fe (digestive) and an adrenal support like the Blend F or Blend S.  The latter for the guys.If your colds/flus often start with lots of sneezing, it may be autumn allergies reacting to something floating in the air this time of the year.  If this is you, start with the Aller-Total or AllerDrain - sometimes you can nip it in the bud right there.Any dairy foods from the cow would be a definite no-no at this time.LITTLE TIP:  Aller-Total is also great for those who have allergies to cats and dogs.  The following is from a friend, visiting the house of a feline fancier, who took it with her:"Hi Eve,"I am at a friend's house in Santa Fe.  She has a cat and I am doing very well... so thanks!"THANK YOUsMany thanks to all of you who continue to refer others:  Lisa Baker, Jennifer Hill, Harvey Rosenfield and Sabrina Teiger.Best of Health to You as Always,Doc EveFrom So. Calif., call 310-855-1111 / Otherwise, call 541-482-2112Email: doctoreve@evesherbs.com                       EvesHerbs.comCome find us on   &   for daily tips and updates

CYSTITIS, Look Out! - R:I Formula is Back

CYSTITIS, LOOK OUT!... THE R:I FORMULA IS BACK IN STOCK after being back-ordered for some time (available to ship this Friday, Sept. 11th).The R:I is our go-to formula for all urinary tract infections (UTIs) including "Honeymooner's Disease", cystitis, bladder infections and all its myriad of other names.  Coupled with the G.B. formula, it's also great for dealing with gall bladder and kidney stones.It works quickly (within 1-3 hours), using three hefty doses for the day, ideally drinking an 8 oz. glass of warm water and lime with each dose.  Then throw in a few Kegel exercises just for the sake of a speedier delivery.Tomato sauces and similar cooked-tomato products, along with wine and coffee are to be avoided at all cost while the infection still hurts and is clearly active, as the acidity will tend to aggravate it.Sitting on a hot water bottle feels like heaven, and watermelon helps a lot too (not to sit on, silly, to eat).  For more support info to help vanquish cystitis and other related annoying and uncomfortable infections, see the Bladder and Kidney chapter (5) in "Feeling Very Much Better" starting on p. 53.TESTIMONIALS1)   Recovering from PNEUMONIA..."Hi Eve,   I just wanted to share this [email] with you from my mom [who is] recovering slowly, but solidly, from pneumonia.  Thanks again for fixing someone else in my family!!!   Peace, K""Hi K,   I think they're working really well.  I feel like I'm getting better all the time, but I guess I also have faith that the herbs are cleaning up my lungs and strengthening my immune system.  I feel a lot better taking them than any other medicine.  I think what they're doing is a very gentle absorption of the damaged cells and mucous-y areas, so I don't end up having to have violent coughing fits.  I'm really grateful to have them, and thank you and Eve so much.   Love, mom"NOTE:  K's mom used these formulas to clear her lungs and strengthen her immune system:  Bactotox, Herba Pneu, Enhance and Colostrum.2)   A "Lifetime of CONSTIPATION"..."During a lifetime of constipation problems, I have tried numerous remedies none of which work all the time, or work too well (causing the opposite problem) or are troublesome in one way or another.  I could never consume enough fiber, drink enough water or exercise enough to stay regular.  After this hit and miss frustration, it seems I have finally found something that works simply and reliably... your PS:SS formula.Thank you, Dr. Eve!!"Best of Health to You as Always,Doc EveFrom So. Calif., call 310-855-1111 / Otherwise, call 541-482-2112Email:  doctoreve@evesherbs.com                         EvesHerbs.comCome find us on     for daily tips and updates

Lung Herbs in a Smoky and Smoggy Summer

Right now, in the dog days of summer replete with wildfires, smoke and smog, we don't have to feel like fully paid up paranoids to want to protect our lungs and bronchi.  We already feel that bit of tightness in the chest and throat, coughing discreetly as the lungs try to eliminate any inhaled particles.Record low rainfall levels in California and Oregon have created a higher than usual risk of wildfires and polluted air.  The American Lung Association's "State of the Air" report for 2015 has once again put Los Angeles in the top 5 worst air-polluted cities in the country in all three categories.  Six of the top 10 cities are all in California.  Our nearby Medford, OR came in 25th due to all the fires.

Lung Herbs

If you already have the Herba Pneu formula at home and are currently in the midst of respiratory distress, or are experiencing the aftermath of wildfire smoke, take an extra couple of capsules a day.  Herba Pneu is an expectorant that promotes clearing the sinuses, bronchi and lungs.  In other words, it will make that little cough work for you to eliminate particles or the products of infection.The initial reaction might be a runny nose for an hour or so, telling you that it's on the job.  You are now expectorating and clearing out the gunk.If you don't have any Herba Pneu, we can send it ASAP.  This formula has a number of supportive lung herbs in it, but it is primarily the Cubeb Berries and Juniper Berries that do the cleansing work.  The rest are wonderful plant source vitamins and calmatives to the whole respiratory system.For burning or irritated eyes, you might consider our homeopathic Dry Eye Relief drops and use them frequently to soothe them.For other respiratory problems these Eve's Herbs Therapy Packs are available:Bronchitis Therapy PackAsthma Therapy Pack

Best of Health to you as always,Doc EveFrom So. Calif., call 310-855-1111 / Otherwise, call 541-482-2112Email:  doctoreve@evesherbs.comEvesHerbs.com            Come find us on     for daily tips and updates

3 Ways Patient Testimonials Help Us Serve You Better

Patient Testimonials are always welcome and we greatly appreciate your time in sending them to us.  We look forward to receiving your feedback from testimonials as they help us in 3 main ways:

1. They let us know what is helping you specifically.
2. They help us improve our herbal formulas.
3. We use the information to refine and improve patient care in the future.

We will not use a patient's name in newsletters without their specific permission. So, please keep them coming.  My email address is doctoreve@evesherbs.com

PATIENT TESTIMONIALS BY TOPIC

CANDIDA (YEAST) & ROSACEA"Dear Dr. Eve, I first wanted to say 'THANK YOU'.  Your herbs are working so well, I can barely believe it.  I have been on your Yeast [Infection] Therapy [Pack] regimen, as well as the Epstein Barr / CMV Therapy [Pack] regimen, for almost 10 days (as well as the diet in your book), and with remarkable results.  As background: I've been battling chronic yeast issues for years since being treated with massive doses of antibiotics for Lyme disease; as well, I was recently diagnosed with HPV during an annual exam - ugh. No fun."Since starting the herbs and diet, not only are the symptoms of Candida subsiding, but as well the terrible rosacea I've had for over a decade - and which I thought had basically turned my skin permanently red - has magically cleared up.  I left the house without makeup today for the first time in years and years.  Though I have no idea why this regimen has had that marvelous side effect, I am beyond thrilled about it!  As for the effects of the herbs on HPV, I'll have to wait until my next test results come back, but I'm certainly feeling optimistic."PURPURA (SPONTANEOUS BRUISING)"Hi Eve.  Wanted you to know that the purpurae - all the purple bruising spots from just lightly bumping into something - are completely gone from the tops of my forearms!  They look so much nicer now!  The doubling up on BILICA, as well as the Herbal Multi seems to have done the trick."CHOLESTEROL & Rx STATINS"Hi Eve.  Received the package of herbs this morning.  Thank you.  Also, wanted to let you know that my husband has been off his statins for almost a full month now, and feeling better!  The statins used to give him muscle aches and those seem to be dissipating.  A little more time will tell, and after he has his blood work done, in a couple months, we'll know more."  (My note:  Chol-lite, Q10, Blend S for male adrenals & Red Yeast Rice are recommended here.)CYSTSIf you've been given anti-biotics for cysts, which takes them away temporarily only to make a quick comeback, then the following might help you too.  A patient called the other morning and said that the Enhance, Bactotox, Bilica and Fibrozolve combination have had her cysts disappear in just a couple of weeks.THANK YOU FOR REFERRINGThank you for your loyalty and referrals to our products and services:  Katie Aull, Debbie Martinez, Ann Philbin and Jane Rogers.Best of Health to You As Always,Doc EveFrom So. Calif., call 310-855-1111 / Otherwise, call 541-482-2112Email:  doctoreve@evesherbs.com                           EvesHerbs.comCome find us on     for daily tips and updates

Cool Summer Cooking Recipes

Dear Patients and Friends,

COOL SUMMER COOKING RECIPES MADE EASY

Food prep time: 2 hours for 4 dinners and lunches - then you're off for 3-4 days.  And, the meals are pretty too. See the 4 summer salads in the "Recipes" section of our website  (Click here).  On Sunday, I made the Beet and Feta Salad, the Cucumber and Dill Salad, and added a Potato Salad.  Total prepping time was 2 Simon and Garfunkel CDs (~2 hours).Pop a little of each onto some frisée lettuce and radicchio and a fine looking creation it is.  Best of all they keep in the fridge for 3-4 days and may be dressed for company with smoked salmon, or any protein of choice... and no cooking for 3 days.  Very toothsome and cooling foods.CANCER DOCS SAY, "WHATEVER YOU ARE DOING, KEEP DOING IT!"We've had good news from 3 more patients whose oncologists told them, "Whatever you're doing, keep doing it!"Two men with prostate cancer and one with bladder cancer, all showed either improvement or had no advancement in their condition.You know how it is when you're sitting on that chilly table wearing that skimpy gown with the little bow at the nape of the neck and your butt in the breeze?  Hearing those words, would definitely make your day.All three men were taking two or more of our immune supporters and a couple of personalized formulas, along with using the anti-cancer diet (Ch. 6 "Strengthening and Detoxifying the Liver and Gallbladder") in my book, Feeling Very Much Better, as much as possible.Nice news to start the summer!HAPPY SUMMER AND HEALTHY AND SAFE TRAVELDo remember your travel herbs while on vacation - Gentian or BWC, Bactotox and A-Defense.Doc EveFrom So. Calif., call 310-855-1111 / Otherwise, call 541-482-2112Email:  doctoreve@evesherbs.com                           EvesHerbs.comCome find us on     for daily tips and updates