Question 1

are jolly ranchers safe for colonoscopy prep?

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Yes: They dissolve completely and are no problem.  Suggest you avoid the red and purple.

Question 2

is pentaxim vaccine (sanofi made in france) really banned?

Accepted Answer

Below: Yes: 
There have been numerous studies over the years, that the dosage of vaccine in Pentaxim against Pertussis is low, that it is not able to protect humans from infection in the long run.

A recent study by WHO also states that pertussis (respiratory disease, which spreads through contact) is on the rise again &amp; is prevalent among 5+ years old children in the United States &amp; Europe, where this vaccine has been adopted as part of the national immunization schedule.

This vaccine has already been banned in developed countries, on WHO’s recommendation.

Question 3

what tests.and.labs do.they.do.when.testing for cerviacal.and.overian.cancer?

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cancer: For cervical cancer the pap smear remains the standard test. For ovarian carcinoma cancer antigen 125 (ca-125) is used.  Its a blood test.

Question 4

nigella sativa -kalonji seeds, what are these for?

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Nigella Sativa: (AKA black cumin, nutmeg flower, black caraway or  black onion seed) is reported to have anti-inflammatory, anti-histamine, anti-oxidant effects as well as being anti-carcinogenic and helping hypertension.

Question 5

are there any natyral remedies for giardia lamblia?

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No: You are really quite advanced for a one year old. There are no natural remedies for giardia.

Question 6

how useful is butcher's broom for hemorrhoids?

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Not Useful: Butcher's broom is an herbal treatment that doesn't really do anything.  This is the case with most herbal medications.  Not all!  foxglove tea will slow your heart rate, and willow bark will thin your blood.  But butcher's broom is a waste of money.

Question 7

why is california banning perchlorate when other states dont?

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Possible toxicity: California has more stringent regulations than most other states and has warning s against perchlorate and other chemicals that other states don't worry about.  Follow these cautionary indications to be extra safe.

Question 8

can charco caps(carbo vegerabills, lycipodium clavatum, cinchona officinalis, sulphur) turn stool a charcoal color? nearly black?

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? content: The problem is that these supplements are unregulated and untested for safety, purity and safety. If  this contains charcoal it could turn stools black. You in fact do not know what you are taking.

Question 9

what country has healthiest food?

Accepted Answer

Japan probably: I would guess japan due to their fresh veggies, high seafood and sea weed diet.  They have great longevity and significantly less chronic disease and obesity compared to us.

Question 10

could california medical cover protein shakes/products for bariatrics patients?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes: It depends on your insurance and the specific supplement you are looking to have covered. Usually I have found that it is not commonly covered. However, I have encountered exceptions in my practice.

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