LOSE WEIGHT WITH
ACUPUNCTURE
and CHINESE HERBAL MEDICINE Acupuncture can help you lose weight and feel great! This natural, holistic therapy addresses common factors which
contribute to weight gain such as overeating, poor digestion, slow metabolism, stress, water retention, and insomnia. Additional
benefits include clearer complexion, fewer headaches, relief from insomnia and increased energy.
Learn How
to:
Reduces hunger and food cravings! Facilitate digestion so you store less fat! Feel full
so you eat less! Ease frustration and anxiety that triggers overeating! Increase energy levels! Bert Schwarz, N.D. LAc. To make an appointment! 203.318.5200 or 866.980.5264 www.robertlangmd.com Ask about insurance coverage! Anthem,
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Please Be Careful When Buying Supplements!
I have spent countless
hours over the past 30 years researching what is safe and effective. Admittedly, there is a lot of controversy in mainstream
medicine about the value and safety of nutritional supplements and has been for many years. The New England Journal of Medicine
recently called the natural supplement industry 'American Roulette.' The truth about supplements is that there is good a lot
of good, if you know how to use the 'system', there is bad and there is ugly. The bad is that impotent or bogus products will
not be helpful. The ugly is that they may be seriously harmful. Here is a link to the ugly:
Putting the 'die' in diet Health guru nearly killed eating own product!
By: DAREH GREGORIAN
http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/health_guru_nearly_killed_eating_hGIit27zRFN0UP3eMLWgKL#ixzz0nBpQ4gGm
The problem here is that the manufacturer did not following
good clinical practice by testing the finished product. Unfortunately, this has become more and more common.For most of my
professional career, I had recommended that my patients go to the health food store for their supplements. However, in 1994
Congress passed the DSHEA law that forbid the FDA from blocking the sale of natural supplements unless they could first prove
that they were unsafe. This changed everything. First, we were allowed to chose what we wanted to support our health and wellbeing.
Second, it opened the natural supplement industry to make available things that the FDA formerly would have blocked and third,
It opened the industry to venture capitalists. Many small companies, that were started by the hippie generation to provide
pure, potent and authentic products for health minded people, were bought out for the purpose of making money. The industry
become very competitive. Companies started to cut corners to maintain profits. Quality assurance suffered because it is costly
and transparent. Transparent until something like the above article reports. For these reasons I only recommend that you purchase
supplements from manufacturers that have integrity. I recommend only companies that I know would be safe for my family and
me.The products will cost a little more and we will all be able to enjoy the benefits without any side effects. In case that
you are unaware, it has been estimated that 1/3 of all supplements come from China and much of the rest comes from other 3rd
world counties. The profit motive is paramount thus leading to adulteration with lead, mercury, etc because these products
are sold by weight and these contaminants cost far less than the intended ingredients.Please be careful with your health,
the fleeing benefit of a bargain will be quickly forgotten if you are struggling with health issues due to the poor quality
of the purchase.
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Update on office staff and services:
Kate Weyman, APRN who worked in our Madison office had a beautiful baby girl named Lucy in September, please
join us in wishing Kate and her family well. As Kate has decided to pursue other avenues we would like to announce that:
Paul Furino, APRN has joined our staff: Paul has over 16 years of clinical experience as a nurse
and nurse practitioner. He is now specializing in diabetes and all endocrine disorders. He is a Licensed Advanced Practice
Registered Nurse and Certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Masters degree in Nursing-Family Nurse Practitioner from Quinnipiac
University and a Bachelor of Science degree from Southern Connecticut State University. Paul is a member of SIGMA THETA TAU
International Nursing Honor Society.
Genotype Diet:
For those of you who have not
yet had the opportunity to discuss this with me or one of our other practitioners we are now recommending the Genotype Diet
by my internationally known colleague Dr. Peter D’Adamo. As many of you know, for more then 10 years we have been recommending
his previous books, which have sold more then 6,000,000 copies worldwide. This is due to the simple fact that there is not
any single diet that will work for everyone. Dr. D’Adamo’s first books separated us into four groups based on
our blood groups. Many have found significant success using those guidelines.
When I read Peter’s new book,
The Genotype Diet, last year, I was extremely impressed by his brilliant incorporation of epigenetic (how to control your
genes) and nutrigenomics (how foods affect our genes) into his program. If you have not already done so, pick up a copy of
The Genotype Diet at our office or on the internet. It is also available in paperback with the title: Change Your Genetic
Destiny.
The Genotype Diet with its new SWAMI computerized program creates an individualized diet based on your
genetic, epigenetic and personal health issues. Now that I have personally tested this program I am pleased to announce that
we will be able to offer The Genotype Diet with the computerized SWAMI program in our Madison office by a certified practitioner:
Lucyna (Lucy) Kwiatkowski, a Holistic Health Practitioner: Lucy combines energy work with advanced
nutrition. She was trained and certified under Dr. Peter D’Adamo in the Genotype Diet and the SWAMI program. She is
a member of Institute for Human Individuality and certified in Blood Type and Genotype Nutrition.
Lucy develops
a personalized health counseling program, combined with energy work called integrated collaborative therapies. Integrated
therapies can radically improve your life, resolve concerns specific to you, and your body, and provides you with tools for
prevention, for a lifetime of balance, self awareness and self empowerment.
Lucy is certified in Shiatsu (oriental
bodywork) and Reflexology as well as The Body Talk System. She is a member of American Oriental Body Therapies of Asia and
is a member of International Body Talk Association.
She has great results with detoxification, clearing the body
of all the toxins we encounter in our daily lives.
Treatment for addiction and cognitive improvement can include
detoxification as well as nutritional support for brain chemistry. She specializes in prevention of cancer and works with
complementary therapy use to support traditional cancer treatments. Please call our office at 203.318.5200 for more information
or to make an appointment.
We look forward to sharing with you more information in the future to support your health
and well being, see our website www.robertlangmd.com for information on a variety of cutting edge subjects to help the healing
process for the mind, body and spirit.
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WATCH DR LANG DISCUSS OSTEOPOROSIS ON WFSB
Noteworthy News
Vitamin D and H1N1 Swine Flu Vitamin D isn’t
only for bone health. Keeping your vitamin D serum level at 50–80 ng/ml seems to provide substantial protective
effects against many ailments. Recent research notes D’s protective effects against diabetes, cancer, ms, and even the
flu! Read on for recent observations of the protective effect of this simple, inexpensive nutrient!A
recent experience of an H1N1 outbreak at Central Wisconsin Center (CWC), a long-term care facility for people with developmental
disabilities, home for approx. 275 people with approx. 800 staff, has led Norris Glick, MD, a physician
at Central Wisconsin Center (CWC) to share his valuable findings. Residents at CWC have had their vitamin D levels
monitored (by Serum 25-OHD) on-goingly for several years and have received vitamin D supplementation. Dr. Glick wrote the
following in an email to Dr. Cannell of the Vitamin D Council (vitamindcouncil.org): “In June, 2009, at the time of the well-publicized
Wisconsin spike in H1N1 cases, two residents developed influenza-like illness (ILI) and had positive tests for H1N1: one was
a long-term resident; the other, a child who was transferred to us with what was later proven to be H1N1.” “On the other hand,
60 staff members developed ILI or were documented to have H1N1: of 17 tested for ILI, eight were positive. An additional 43
staff members called in sick with ILI. (Approx. 11–12 staff developed ILI after working on the unit where the child
was given care, several of whom had positive H1N1 tests.)” “So, it is rather remarkable that only two residents of 275 developed
ILI, one of which did not develop it here, while 103 of 800 staff members had ILI. It appears that the spread of H1N1 was
not from staff-to-resident but from resident-to-staff (most obvious in the imported case) and between staff, implying that
staff were susceptible and our residents protected.” When this news was shared by Dr. Cannell of the Vitamin D Council, Dr. Cannell received
more feedback from other docs who were noticing the same protective effects of vitamin D! “Dear
Dr. Cannell: Thanks for your update about the hospital in Wisconsin. I have had similar anecdotal evidence from my
medical practice here in Georgia. We are one of the 5 states with widespread H1N1 outbreaks. I share an office with another
family physician. I aggressively measure and replete vitamin D. He does not. He is seeing one to 10 cases per week of influenza-like
illness. In my practice I have had zero cases. My patients are universally on 2000–5000 IU to maintain serum levels
50–80 ng/ml.” Ellie Campbell, DO Campbell Family Medicine, Suwannee, GA 30024Most people do not
get adequate vitamin D from their diet or sun exposure. We encourage everyone to have their vitamin D level tested (a simple,
inexpensive blood test) to determine the level of supplementation needed for optimal health and protection. Click
on Vital Nutrients to purchase the best quality Vitamin D available register and use patient code 10138!
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Support for
Flu Prevention!
These supplements support
defense against those health challenges found during the cold and flu season. The following are a powerful
combination of immune enhancing herbs, bioflavonoids and vitamins that can be used to support healthy immune function.
- Herbal Biotic: can be used to
support healthy immune function. It has a combination of herbs including garlic that have been used to
support the body to fight infections.
- ViraCon:
helps support and maintain normal respiratory function and energy. It can be used for prevention
at one capsule twice per day. It contains several herbs, including elderberry, that help the body fight
viruses.
- Immune
Support: helps maintain a healthy immune system during times of stress and frustration.
It is especially helpful when you are under stress and have been exposed to the flu or other viruses.
Robert Lang, M.D. also suggests his patients take a minimum of Vitamin D 3 2000 IU daily. Fall
is the perfect time to have your vitamin D levels checked with a simple blood test. Vitamin D levels below 60ng/ml,
may require addtional supplementation, consult with one of our practitioners for the an appropriate dose. For flu, colds or respiratory symptoms, Dr. Lang suggests
black elderberry; available in a pleasant liquid or capsules. In a recent research study elderberry
was shown to decrease flu symptoms from 6 days to 2 days. Elderberry can also be used as a preventive for
colds and flu. You can read more about elderberry on Wikipedia. http://www.en.wikipedia.org.
Click here to order products from Vital Nutrients
This is a direct link to order products from Vital Nutrients, please login, register and use code 10138
FLU PREVENTION
Experts agree, the simplest, most effective way to avoid the flu and
other viruses - and keep from infecting others - is to wash your hands, and wash them often!
HAND
WASHING 101
1. Use warm water: wash yourr hands in warm running water, which will help dissolve bacteria and
elements, such as oils on your skin.
2. Add soap: apply a small amount (dime or quarter size) of liquid
soap to hands. Anti-bacterial soaps are better but not required. Remember, pre-moistened
cleansing toweletts do not effectively clean hands and should not take the place of hand washing.
3. Scrub for 20 seconds: rub hand together vigoroulsy
until a soapy lather appears and continue for at least 20 seconds (about how long it takes to sing "the ABC's).
Be sure to scrub between fingers, under fingernails, and around tops and palms of hands.
General Questions:
I think I may have a slow thyroid what are the possible symptoms? Slow thyroid function or "hypothyroidism" occurs when the
thyroid gland no longer produces enough hormones. Symptoms can be variable but may include: feeling tired, dry skin, feeling
more cold than usual, depression, mood changes, difficulty concentrating, constipation, hoarse voice, elevated cholesterol,
muscle aches, tenderness and stiffness, brittle hair and nails, unexplained weight gain and heavier than normal menstrual
periods. For more information go to www.thyroid.org. How can I find out if I have a thyroid
condition? Routine laboratory testing for
thyroid stimulating hormone or TSH can initially identify a possible thyroid condition in people with symptoms. If this test
is abnormal further more detailed testing may be necessary. My mother and sister both have a slow functioning thyroid and I’m starting to feel like I have
some of the symptoms, should I get tested? Yes,
thyroid disease can run in families.
It seems like I keep hearing about all these people with thyroid nodules what exactly are they?
Any lumps of cells that grow in the thyroid are referred
to as a thyroid nodule. Most people are unaware that they have a thyroid nodule since they are not usually associated with
symptoms. If symptoms do occur they may include hoarseness, a feeling of a lump in the throat, difficulty swallowing and pain.
Most nodules are discovered incidentally on thyroid exam by your healthcare provider or during imaging of another part of
the neck. The reason that thyroid nodules are concerning is that they may a form of cancer. Fortunately, cancer occurs in
less than 10% of nodules, meaning that about 9 of 10 nodules are benign (non-cancerous). If a nodule is found it will most
likely be followed up with blood work and a thyroid ultrasound. For more info: www.thyroid.org
My wife reads
a lot about hormones and tells me I should have my testosterone levels checked. What sort of symptoms would I have if my levels
were low? As with all hormone imbalances
symptoms can vary, however common symptoms of low testosterone in men may include: a decrease in sex drive, erectile dysfunction,
infertility, a decrease in muscle size, osteoporosis (or loss of bone), mood changes, fatigue, development of breast tissue
(gynecomastia), hot flashes and difficulty concentrating. Talk to your health care provider if you are experiencing symptoms,
lab testing can be done and several treatment options are available.
Who is at Risk for Developing Diabetes?
There are several known risk factors for the development of Type 2 diabetes (previously
known as Adult Onset). These include being overweight or obese (having a Body Mass Index "BMI" of 25 or more), physical
inactivity, family history of diabetes, high blood pressure, good cholesterol (HDL) less than 35 and/or triglycerides of more
that 250, a history of "pre-diabetes, or anyone who is a member of a high risk population (African American, Latino,
Native American, Asian, or Pacific Islander). In addition to the above risk factors, women who have delivered a baby weighing 9 pounds or more, have had gestational diabetes,
or women with PCOS are also at risk. If you have one or more of these risk factors you should be screened for diabetes even
if you feel well. American Diabetes Association: www.diabetes.org, Clinical Practice Recommendations, 2009)
Why
do I hear so much about Vitamin D these days? Vitamin D is a hot topic because of all the current research about it. Vitamin D is actually not a "vitamin".
It behaves more like a hormone in the body. Vitamin D deficiency has been linked to 17 varieties of cancer, heart disease,
stroke, high blood pressure, autoimmune disease, diabetes, depression, weakness, muscle wasting, birth defects and periodontal
disease. We recommend Vitamin D3 supplementation (400iu, 2000iu, or 5000iu) depending on an individual's
laboratory results. Visit www.vitamindcouncil.org for research and information on Vitamin D.
How do I have my Vitamin D level tested?
Your healthcare provider can order a simple blood test that will provide
your current Vitamin D level.
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