FDA: Protecting Us From Our Genetics
In this knee jerk reaction the FDA ruling makes the assumption that “We the People” are not responsible enough or smart enough to own or understand our own genetic information.
Year: 2013
Saving Money on Medications
Okay let’s face it, I don’t like taking medications any more than the next guy. However, it is an unfortunate fact that some floxed folks do have to take prescription medication. It is a guide to help those, who out of necessity find it necessary to obtain medication at a discount.
Running The Race for FQ’s
Can you imagine running 26.2 miles? When you’re floxed like we are, just walking from room to room can be exhausting. That is why we are pleased to announce that Matt Sorrell will be running in the New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 3 on behalf of Quinolone Vigilance Foundation. Because of the devastating …
My Dental Story, Post Floxing
Many of us impacted by fluoroquinolone (FQ) antibiotics fear having dental work post floxing. These fears can be justified because of the treatment standards employed by dental doctors.
Mercola.Com: Fluoroquinolone Antibiotics May Cause Permanent Nerve Damage
I want to thank Dr. Mercola for challenging the traditional medical paradigms that exist and bring a public platform to get the facts out about these and other dangerous medications.
Fluoroquinolones and DNA Adduction
Just learning if adductions exist or not is not the end, just the opposite, it would open up a vast array of questions, resulting in the need for far more research. If you are looking with an unbiased filter you will see a highly heterogeneous mix of results.There may end up being one cause, but there definitely is not one destination.
Fluoroquinolone Legal Action Regarding Peripheral Neuropathy
This serious nerve damage potentially caused by fluoroquinolones may occur soon after these drugs are taken and may be permanent…
FDA Should Take Lessons From The NHTSA
I wonder if the NHTSA could extend their reach to the overview of pharmaceuticals, since other entities in the Federal Government have taken a blind eye to complaints from its citizens.
Dealing With Insomnia – Part #2 – Herbs for Insomnia
For some a insomnia is slight annoyance and for others a living hell. Sometimes herbs are a gentler alternative to pharmaceuticals.
How Common are MTHFR Variations?
The rate of one MTHFR mutation in the standard population is a whopping 50%.
I hate Facebook!
Facebook is akin to a tractor stuck in a muddy field constantly spinning its tires and never getting anywhere, even though it is expending considerable energy.
Know Your Genes – The GSTP1 Gene
The GSTP1 are a family of enzymes that play an important role in detoxification of certain products.
Know Your Genes – The COMT V158M
The COMT V158M +/+ polymorphism is associated with improved cognition, better memory and attention to tasks due to higher amounts of dopamine in the synapses.
The Cult of Personaility
The cult of personality is not limited to public figures on the world stage. I do not get particularly upset by these leaders and consider them an inevitable hazard of internet community politics. As the saying goes, “You can’t have a picnic without ants.” Just remember, sometimes those who rise to power in an internet community would never be able to rise to power in “real life” and for good reason.