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  • Writer's pictureDavid S Klein, MD
    • Oct 23, 2023
    • 1 min read

Huperzine A: An old medicine turned nutraceutical. Marvelous for memory, E.D. and so much more!



Support for Memory Issues Inexpensively


Huperzine A, sometimes known by its' chemical name selagine or the brand name, Cerebra. It has been around for many decades. It was originally used as a prescription medication for vascular dementia. As a phosphodiesterase inhibitor (PDE inhibitor,) Huperzine A is safe for general use, few side effects have been observed and it has many uses other than for support of memory.


Huperzine A is a derivative of the Chinese club moss. As a cholinesterase inhibitor, is can be useful in treatment of memory impairment, focus impairment and dementia. It may take up to 6 months to fully appreciate the benefit in patients with Alzheimer's.


 



 

Side Effects


Side effects can include: diarrhea, vomiting, dry mouth, constipation, sweating, and blurred vision, slowing of heart rate and should be used with caution in patients with stomach ulcers.


A gentle 'kick' for male sexual performance.



Huperzine A is an inexpensive way to enhance male sexual performance, as well The older we get, the better we used to be? Well, Huperzine may help you in the memory, focus and performance categories and do so inexpensively. We are offering an independently assayed, quality product, very inexpensively.


It will work with other products, prescription or over the counter. Start with one tablet twice daily. After a week or so, take one with breakfast, dinner and one an hour or so before 'show time.'






David S. Klein, MD, FACA, FACPM

1917 Boothe Circle

Longwood, Florida 32750

Tel: 407-679-3337

Fax: 407-678-7246

  • Writer's pictureDavid S Klein, MD
    • Oct 23, 2023
    • 3 min read

A Thyroid Product Suitable for Patients that Cannot Get Natural Prescription Thyroid Replacement

Updated: Dec 11, 2023

 

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Nutritional Frontiers Thyro Complete
Thyro Complete Nutritional Frontiers: (2)- capsules every morning, empty stomach

Patients have trouble finding doctors to prescribe 'natural' thyroid replacement medicines. Natural Products seem to be out of fashion in the Mainstream Medical World.


Physicians are trained in treating patients with disease states and rarely get meaningful training on preventive medicine. Bad enough as this is, fewer physicians, still get any training or experienced in treating diseases states with 'naturally occurring medicines.' Specialization in treatment with molecules 'not new to nature' is what is most commonly available.


Natural Thyroid replacement treatment with Thyroid USP, glandular thyroid or desiccated thyroid extract is actually the first manner in which hypothyroidism was treated, and it remained that way for decades. After the introduction of Synthroid, things changed. Fewer and fewer physicians used the older medication, and eventually, few became aware that it actually existed.


My patients and those of fellow 'functional medicine physicians' are quite aware of the advantages of using the more natural approach. Yes, the natural thyroids have both T-3 and T-4 while the currently available preparations provide only T-3 (Cytomel being an exception.) But few are aware that T-2 and T-1 are also present in glandular thyroid preparations. T-2 and T-1 may actually be important in weight-related issues, something of particular concern to patients with under active thyroid diseases.


Thyro Complete by Nutritional Frontiers


I am pleased to introduce a high quality product that may help individuals that are unable to convince their physician to prescribe NP Thyroid, Armour Thyroid or Adthyza. My patients receive regular, periodic thyroid levels, that is, determining serum T-3, T-4, TSH, TPA and ATG. Many have the free T-3 and free T-4 components checked, as well.


These patients might benefit from the addition of a glandular product like this, if they are not taking the components in another form. I believe that it would be best to add this to a T-4 product to round it out, if the patient/physician pays attention to regular blood work, at least until stability is achieved.


For those patients that are unable to get a natural thyroid product, I would use this alone for a period of 4-6 weeks, and then get a TSH, T-3 and T-4 level. Adjust the dosage, accordingly.


 

SUPPLEMENT FACTS

Available Bottle Sizes: 60

Amount Per Serving: 2 Capsules

Servings Per Container: 30 Amount Per Serving:

Iodine (Thorvin™)‡ 130 mcg (Ascophyllum nosodum)(L)(Kelp) Zinc 10 mg (as Zinc Bisglycinate Chelate) (TRAACS™) Selenium 250 mcg (as Selenium Glycinate) (Albion™) Copper 0.1 mg (as Copper Bisglycinate Chelate) (TRAACS™) L-Tyrosine 450 mg

Thyroid (Bovine, New Zealand, Freeze Dried) 200 mg Sensoril® Ashwaghanda Extract 150 mg (Withania somnifera)(Roots and Leaves) (Std. to 10% Withania glycosides) ForsLean® Coleus forskohlii Extract 125 mg (Root)(Std. to 10% Forskolin) Hypothalamus Tissue (Bovine, Argentina) 25 mg Pituitary Tissue (Bovine, Argentina) 25 mg


Other Ingredients: Vegetable Cellulose (Capsule)


Minerals: Iodine (Thorvin™) is a deep water exclusive Icelandic kelp, Thorvin’s Laminaria digitata is higher in total nutrients, particularly iodine, potassium, and specific amino acids. A highly bioavailable form, Thorvin’s Asco Iodine content averages 780 parts per million (ppm), the highest on the market.


Zinc (TRACCS™) is essential for the conversion of T4 to T3 and also lends itself to the integrity and functionality of the T3 receptor itself.

Selenium (Albion™) is required for thyroid hormone production, activation and metabolism. It is an essential component of deiodinase enzymes which convert T4 to T3.

Copper (TRACCS™) plays an important role in the production of thyroid hormone and also acts as an antagonist to Zinc, helping to promote a balanced mineral profile.


Amino Acid: L-Tyrosine is a building block for the production of thyroid hormone. Thyroxine is a tyrosine-based hormone, which is also comprised of iodine.


Herbal extracts: Sensoril® Ashwagandha: Recent studies have indicated that in addition to the support provided by Sensoril® for healthy cortisol levels (which will in turn support a healthy level of T3 hormone) it may also support T4 production directly. (1)

Coleus Forskohlii (ForsLean® Brand) Extract: Supports thyroid function directly and also supports lean body mass through ergogenic activity.* It stimulates AMP (adenosine monophosphate), which then stimulates metabolism for greater fat burning.*


 

You can get this product through a direct association with our office. This is easily obtained by simply registering at Nutritional Frontiers, and use our associate number.





David S. Klein, MD, FACA, FACPM


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Register and use our affiliate code:


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David S. Klein, MD, FACA, FACPM


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  • Writer's pictureDavid S Klein, MD
    • Oct 19, 2023
    • 3 min read

There is no 'Advantage' to a Medicare Advantage' Plan







The Problem with Medicare 'Advantage' Plans: They are Awful!


1. There is no 'Advantage' to a Medicare Replacement plan. They are truly awful for most patients that enjoy the freedom to choose their provider, choose high quality over cheap and value the quality of the prescriptions that they receive.


The advertised Medicare "Advantage" is the commission that the insurance company and their sales agents pull from your benefits from Medicare. You convert from a standard insurance model directly to an HMO model. Traditional Medicare is the best insurance that you can get. When you fall for the 'you DESERVE more benefits, you can count on the fact that someone has their hand in your pocket.


Medicare covers a variety of services, pays for them and leaves you with a 20% 'Co-pay' of the negotiated fee schedule. You can elect to get insurance for this, as I do, to insure against catastrophic events. The pharmacy coverage is inexpensive, and is best shopped for your individual needs.


NOTE WELL: When an insurance company offers you benefits that traditional Medicare does not, it means that they are taking money out of the funds that you may need for real medical care. NOBODY gives you 'free grocery money,' 'free dental coverage,' 'free gym membership.' The fund have to come from somewhere and it is out of what they take from their coverage for physical therapy, pharmacy and physicians.


If you fall for this one, you may find yourself dealing with doctors and facilities that are somewhat below your expectations, to say, the least.


In short,


a. They offer 'new Medicare benefits,' such as cheap gym memberships, sun glasses, gym shorts, and what not.


b. These 'benefits' are cheap compensation for the thousands of dollars in moneys that they take off of the top from the government, for 'management.'


c. The government makes out because they limit what you can receive in treatment, resulting in lower quality, poorer availability, and decreased accessibility, decreased mobility.

In short, there is NO ADVANTAGE to the Medicare Advantage Plans!!!


2. They take several thousands of dollars right off of the top from a fixed amount that the government pays them to 'administer' the plan. This is a poetic way of saying that they are paid to deny you coverage that you would otherwise receive, and you get second or third class coverage.


3. Regular 'Red white and blue' Medicare is the best insurance that you can get. When they cut it down with the Advantage Plan, it is clearly to your 'Disadvantage.' You lose the ability to see who you want, where you want and you have to choose from their list of contracted doctors. The card may say IPO, but if you have to 'pick their doctors' it is clearly a Medicare HMO.


Recommendation:


4. I recommend to my patients that they use regular Medicare and shop for the appropriate pharmacy program to supplement Medicare. You do this by looking at your medications, the most expensive first, and then find which plan covers that medication cluster.


5. Then, you pick a different Supplemental plan. It can NEVER be the same one as your pharmacy plan, or they will roll you into their Medicare Advantage plan, without your consent or knowledge. If this were another industry, it would not be permitted.


6. As an example:

a. United Healthcare for supplemental with BCBS for Pharmacy

b. Mutual of Omaha for supplemental with Aetna for Pharmacy

c. Cigna for the supplemental, with UnitedHealthcare for the Pharmacy


There are many possibilities, most work well.


Above all, do not let the insurance sales people talk you into using the same company because it is 'convenient.' It is convenient in guaranteeing them a more juicy commission.


I am not an insurance agent, but this approach has served my patients well for the past 30 years. Further, This is exactly what I am doing for myself.


David S. Klein, MD, FACA, FACPM

copyright 2023 Stages of Life Medical Institute





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