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2dagym
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My gynocologist advised me to take 400 iu of vitimin E twice a day. Make sure you get the d type (natural) and not the dl type which is synthetic. The natural form is more active and better absorbed. He also advised me to cut back on caffene as much as possible. There is no known cure for fibrocystic breast but the above are believed to relief it some. Is for protein, I stick with whey. I've never heard anything negative regarding whey in relation to breast cysts.
Sassy69
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Don't know if you saw my response on one of your Chat Board posts on this:
"Prescription for Nutritional Healing" by James & Phyllis Balch, pp 272-273.
Fibrocystic Disease of the Breast
It is estimated that more than 50% of adult females have fibrocystic disease of the breast. The condition is most common in women of childbearing age. It is characterized by the presence of round lumps in the breast that move freely and are either firm or soft. Symptoms include tenderness and lumpiness in the breasts. The discomfort is usually most pronounced before menstruation.
Normally fluids from breast tissues are collected and transported out of the breasts by means of the lymphatic system. However, if there is more fluid than the system can cope with, small spaces in the breast may fill with fluid. Fibrous tissue surrounds them and thickens like a scar, forminig cysts. Many breast cysts swell before and during menstruation, and the resulting pressure causes pain.
Cysts may even beget more cysts. A breast lump pressing against a milk gland can stimulate production of the pituitary hormone prolactin, which in turn results in milk secretion. The milk-producing glands may multiply and carry milk into the supporting fibrous tissue, causing further cyst formation.
Breast cysts may change in size, but they are benign. A cyst is tender and moves freely - it feels like an eyeball behind the lid. In contrast, a cancerous growth usually does not move freely, is most often not tender, and does not go away.
Most cysts are harmless. In fact, the normal structure of the breasts has a lumpy texture. However, this does not mean that any lumps should be disregarded. Each woman should be familiar with the normal feel of and cyclical change in her breasts so that she can easily detect any new lumps. Ideally, she should check her breasts weekly , and if any new lumps become apparent between menstrual cycles, she should consult her health care provider promptly.
A physician can diagnose fibrocystic disease with a simple office procedure. using a fine needle, he or she attempts to remove fluid from the lump. If fluid is present, the lump is a cyst. Usually a mammogram is recommended as well to rule out cancer.
NUTRIENTS
Essential:
Co-enzyme Q10 - 100 mg daily - similar to Vit E in action, but more potent. A power anti-oxidant.
Kelp - 1500-2000 mg daily, in divided doses - A rich source of iodine. Iodine deficiency has been linked to this disease.
Primrose Oil - 1500 mg daily - Mya reduce the size of the lumps.
Vitamin E - 400-600 IU daily - Protects the breast tissue because of its anti-oxidant ability.
Very Important:
Vitamin A - 15,000 IU daily (If you are pregnant do not exceed 10,000 IU daily) - Needed for the ductal system of the breast
+
natural beta-carotene - 15,000 IU daily with meals (or carotenoid complex (Betatene) - as labeled) - Anti-oxidant & precursor of Vitamin A
Vitamin B complex - 50 mg 3x daily w/ meals - B-complex vitamins are important for all enzyme systems in the body
+
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) - 50 mg 3x daily - Needed for proper fluid balance & hormone regulation.
Important:
Vitamin C - 2000 - 4000 mg daily in divided doses - Needed for proper immune function, tissue repair, and adrenal hormone balance
Zinc - 50 mg daily (Do not exceed a total of 100 mg daily from all supplements) - For repair of tissues & immune function. Use zinc gluconate lozenges or OptiZinc for best absorption.
Helpful:
Multivitamin complex - As directed on the label - Balanced body minerals are important
Proteolytic Enzymes - As directed on label take with meals & between meals - To reduce inflammation & soreness due to swelling.
+
Bromelain - As directed on label
HERBS:
- THe following herbs are good for fibrocystic desease of the breast : echinacea, goldenseal, mullein, pau d'arco, red clover & squaqvine. (Caution: do not take goldenseal internally on a daily basis for more than one week at a time, as it may disturb normal intestinal flora. Do not use it during pregnancy, and use it with caution if you are allergic to ragweed.
- Use poke root or sage poultices to relieve breast inflammation and soreness. (Note Poke Root is recommended for external use only.)
RECOMMENDATIONS:
- Eat a low fat, high-fiber diet. Eat more raw foods, including seeds, nuts and grains. Be sure nuts have not been subjected to heat. Include in your diet three or more servings daily of apples, bananas, grapes, grapefruit, raw nuts, seeds, fresh vegetables, and yogurt. Whole grains and beans should also be an important part of the diet.
- Include in the diet foods that are high in germainium, such as garlic, shiitake mushrooms, and onions. Germanium helps to improve tissue oxygenation at the cellular level.
- Do not consume any coffee, tea (except herbal teas), cola drinks or chocolate. These foods contain caffeine, which has been implicated in fibrocystic disease. Also avoid alchohol, animal products (especially meats and animal fats), cooking oils from supermarket shelves, fried foods, salt, sugar, tobacco and all white flour products.
CONSIDERATIONS:
- Good results have been achieved using primrose oil to reduce the size of cysts.
- According to research done by Dr. John Peter Minton of the Dept. of Surgery at Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, women who eliminate caffeine containing substances from their diets have a high rate of success eliminating cysts.
- The drug danocrine (Danazol), a hormone, acts through the pituitary gland, reducing the function of the ovaries. This in turn decreases the amount of estrogen in the breast, shrinking the lumps. Danocrine is not effective for all women, but about 60% notice results within a few weeks. Many report less pain or tenderness. The drug may have some unpleasant effects, however. It should be used only if the suggestions above fail to give the desired results.
- Thyroid function is important to fibrocystic disease; iodine deficiency can cause an underactive thyroid and has also been linked to fibrocystic disease. Other factors include hormonal imbalance and abnormal production of breast milk brought about by high levels of the hormone estrogen.
"Prescription for Nutritional Healing" by James & Phyllis Balch, pp 272-273.
Fibrocystic Disease of the Breast
It is estimated that more than 50% of adult females have fibrocystic disease of the breast. The condition is most common in women of childbearing age. It is characterized by the presence of round lumps in the breast that move freely and are either firm or soft. Symptoms include tenderness and lumpiness in the breasts. The discomfort is usually most pronounced before menstruation.
Normally fluids from breast tissues are collected and transported out of the breasts by means of the lymphatic system. However, if there is more fluid than the system can cope with, small spaces in the breast may fill with fluid. Fibrous tissue surrounds them and thickens like a scar, forminig cysts. Many breast cysts swell before and during menstruation, and the resulting pressure causes pain.
Cysts may even beget more cysts. A breast lump pressing against a milk gland can stimulate production of the pituitary hormone prolactin, which in turn results in milk secretion. The milk-producing glands may multiply and carry milk into the supporting fibrous tissue, causing further cyst formation.
Breast cysts may change in size, but they are benign. A cyst is tender and moves freely - it feels like an eyeball behind the lid. In contrast, a cancerous growth usually does not move freely, is most often not tender, and does not go away.
Most cysts are harmless. In fact, the normal structure of the breasts has a lumpy texture. However, this does not mean that any lumps should be disregarded. Each woman should be familiar with the normal feel of and cyclical change in her breasts so that she can easily detect any new lumps. Ideally, she should check her breasts weekly , and if any new lumps become apparent between menstrual cycles, she should consult her health care provider promptly.
A physician can diagnose fibrocystic disease with a simple office procedure. using a fine needle, he or she attempts to remove fluid from the lump. If fluid is present, the lump is a cyst. Usually a mammogram is recommended as well to rule out cancer.
NUTRIENTS
Essential:
Co-enzyme Q10 - 100 mg daily - similar to Vit E in action, but more potent. A power anti-oxidant.
Kelp - 1500-2000 mg daily, in divided doses - A rich source of iodine. Iodine deficiency has been linked to this disease.
Primrose Oil - 1500 mg daily - Mya reduce the size of the lumps.
Vitamin E - 400-600 IU daily - Protects the breast tissue because of its anti-oxidant ability.
Very Important:
Vitamin A - 15,000 IU daily (If you are pregnant do not exceed 10,000 IU daily) - Needed for the ductal system of the breast
+
natural beta-carotene - 15,000 IU daily with meals (or carotenoid complex (Betatene) - as labeled) - Anti-oxidant & precursor of Vitamin A
Vitamin B complex - 50 mg 3x daily w/ meals - B-complex vitamins are important for all enzyme systems in the body
+
Vitamin B6 (pyridoxine) - 50 mg 3x daily - Needed for proper fluid balance & hormone regulation.
Important:
Vitamin C - 2000 - 4000 mg daily in divided doses - Needed for proper immune function, tissue repair, and adrenal hormone balance
Zinc - 50 mg daily (Do not exceed a total of 100 mg daily from all supplements) - For repair of tissues & immune function. Use zinc gluconate lozenges or OptiZinc for best absorption.
Helpful:
Multivitamin complex - As directed on the label - Balanced body minerals are important
Proteolytic Enzymes - As directed on label take with meals & between meals - To reduce inflammation & soreness due to swelling.
+
Bromelain - As directed on label
HERBS:
- THe following herbs are good for fibrocystic desease of the breast : echinacea, goldenseal, mullein, pau d'arco, red clover & squaqvine. (Caution: do not take goldenseal internally on a daily basis for more than one week at a time, as it may disturb normal intestinal flora. Do not use it during pregnancy, and use it with caution if you are allergic to ragweed.
- Use poke root or sage poultices to relieve breast inflammation and soreness. (Note Poke Root is recommended for external use only.)
RECOMMENDATIONS:
- Eat a low fat, high-fiber diet. Eat more raw foods, including seeds, nuts and grains. Be sure nuts have not been subjected to heat. Include in your diet three or more servings daily of apples, bananas, grapes, grapefruit, raw nuts, seeds, fresh vegetables, and yogurt. Whole grains and beans should also be an important part of the diet.
- Include in the diet foods that are high in germainium, such as garlic, shiitake mushrooms, and onions. Germanium helps to improve tissue oxygenation at the cellular level.
- Do not consume any coffee, tea (except herbal teas), cola drinks or chocolate. These foods contain caffeine, which has been implicated in fibrocystic disease. Also avoid alchohol, animal products (especially meats and animal fats), cooking oils from supermarket shelves, fried foods, salt, sugar, tobacco and all white flour products.
CONSIDERATIONS:
- Good results have been achieved using primrose oil to reduce the size of cysts.
- According to research done by Dr. John Peter Minton of the Dept. of Surgery at Ohio State University College of Medicine, Columbus, women who eliminate caffeine containing substances from their diets have a high rate of success eliminating cysts.
- The drug danocrine (Danazol), a hormone, acts through the pituitary gland, reducing the function of the ovaries. This in turn decreases the amount of estrogen in the breast, shrinking the lumps. Danocrine is not effective for all women, but about 60% notice results within a few weeks. Many report less pain or tenderness. The drug may have some unpleasant effects, however. It should be used only if the suggestions above fail to give the desired results.
- Thyroid function is important to fibrocystic disease; iodine deficiency can cause an underactive thyroid and has also been linked to fibrocystic disease. Other factors include hormonal imbalance and abnormal production of breast milk brought about by high levels of the hormone estrogen.
