Posted by neuroman on September 29, 2005, at 13:48:20
In reply to Re: AT MY WITS END -- Cholesterol Homocysteine » neuroman, posted by vitaqueen on September 29, 2005, at 12:44:33
Hi,
You seem to be doing everything right. The only thing I might do is switch from the no flush niacin to a small amount (100mg) of regular niacin. I may be wrong but I think most of the benefit is in the flush. I actually like getting the flush. I take a lot of the same stuff that you do. A multi, a B complex, flax oil, C & E, milk thistle, ALA, grape seed extract, and I take the homocysteine group (TMG, folic acid, P5P, B12) seperately. I also take a men's health specific multi. I wouldn't go any higher than what you're already taking except for the B12. Also, you may be getting enough selenium and zinc from the multi and may not need to take them seperately.
> I would love to find a reputable alternative doctor who knows all about these vitamins and supplements, and perhaps can tell me what is or is not working for me.
Wouldn't we all. Needless to say, they're hard to find. A naturopathic doctor N.D. or a good nutritionist might be helpful. Have you checked with your hospital or talked to your doctor about this?
> I certainly hope so because November will mark a year I started all this and I'm disappointed I'm not further along. As a side note, I had triple bypass surgery in March of '03 and I don't want those damn arteries filling up again. My last stress test this past March thankfully was normal.
It's good to know that your last stress test was normal. You have to keep in mind that most of us on this site are just regular people looking for answers. Most of what I know I learned from reading books such as "The Encyclopedia of Nutritional Supplements" by Michael T. Murray N.D. and searching the web for abstracts. You certainly shouldn't substitute any advice you receive here for that of a professional. You've already had a triple bypass. If your doctor/cardiologist think you should be on cholesterol lowering medications and the natural stuff isn't working, I would follow their advice and take the med. Of course do the hormonal workup first. You could always continue to take the supplements. Assuming there are no adverse interactions with the medication of course.
I know it's a no brainer but don't forget moderate exercise (with your doctors consent) and stress reduction.
Here's to the both of us indeed,
Paul
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