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"The bronchitis can be the result of an infection such as a cold or flu, or irritation by foreign substances, particularly tobacco smoke and air pollution. The condition can be acute—of fairly short duration—or chronic, when it can lead to emphysema. Chronic bronchitis may be treated medically using some of the same drugs that are prescribed for asthma, as the aim in both cases is to reduce the production of mucus and increase the flow of air through the bronchi. CROUP Croup is most often caused by a virus but can also be the result of certain bacterial infections or a severe allergy." - Dr Ron Roberts, Asthma Controlled Naturally: Techniques That Work (Get the book.) "The human body is now forced to cope with constant health hazards in the form of water and air pollution, noise, stress, radiation and dangerous chemicals, forced upon us from factories, power stations, agriculture, mines and waste disposal. Environmental pollution has brought about an alarming increase in respiratory diseases and this alone may well be the major cause of today's high incidence of asthma, particularly in industrial areas." - Dr Ron Roberts, Asthma Controlled Naturally: Techniques That Work (Get the book.)

"On the other hand, a poor diet, processed foods, cured meats, tobacco smoke, infections, alcohol, stress, air pollution, pesticides, and radiation all promote oxidation in the human body. Even if we are minimizing the effects of the aforementioned free radical developers, given our modern urban, industrialized, and technological lifestyles, we cannot completely avoid them. We therefore need to take active antioxidant steps against them. HORMONES OF YOUTH Human Growth Hormone When we reach middle age, our bodies start to exhibit the telltale signs of aging." - Ron Garner, Conscious Health: A Complete Guide to Wellness Through Natural Means (Get the book.)

"Other adducts, such as benzo[a]pyrene-DNA adducts, are nonspecific because benzo[a]pyrene comes from a variety of sources besides diet, including air pollution, tobacco, and occupational exposures. Adducts can be used to monitor exposure within individuals. They can also serve as early markers of the efficacy of interventions designed to prevent exposure to genotoxic agents or to modify the metabolism of procar-cinogens once exposure has occurred. An example of this latter use is an intervention to reduce aflatoxin-DNA adducts using a broccoli sprout supplement [21]. C." - Ann M. Coulston and Carol J. Boushey, Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease (Get the book.)

"Were Jan's blood clots exacerbated by the air pollution through which she and Dave drove and biked for three solid days? To say yes would be mere supposition. As we have seen, the steps connecting exposure (one on that scale of one to ten) to disease (ten), are still blurry at best. At numbers four, five, and six, we cannot go back in time and travel with Jan's cells to say definitively what prompted Jan's sudden and rapid onset of antiphospholipid antibody syndrome or prove whether those forest fires had a thing to do with it. It is all supposition, yes, but it is a very good guess." - Donna Jackson Nakazawa, The Autoimmune Epidemic (Get the book.)

"Emissions from wood and biomass fuels are major sources of air pollution in the home and are the number one source of air pollution outside the home (even eclipsing fossil fuels). Studies have shown that cooks inhale more smoke and pollutants than the inhabitants of the dirtiest cities. Overcoming Disease "Treat disease through diet, by preference, refraining from the use of drugs; and if you find what is required in a single herb, do not resort to a compound medicament." - David Wolfe, The Sunfood Diet Success System (Get the book.)

"Find alternatives to the water you drink, get an air filter, or get rid of molds and other sources of indoor air pollution (the garden or household chemicals you use, and artificial lighting). •I* Avoid water from plastic bottles, which contains phthalates. Drink water that comes in glass bottles or just filter your tap water as I explained above. ?*> Avoid excess exposure to environmental petrochemicals and toxins (garden chemicals, dry cleaning, car exhaust, secondhand smoke). •r Avoid charbroiled foods that contain cancer-causing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons. -!" - Mark Hyman MD, The UltraMind Solution: Fix Your Broken Brain by Healing Your Body First (Get the book.)

"Although California has made strides in reducing hazardous air pollution, a Congressional Report released on 3/1/99 found toxins at high enough levels that the risk of cancer was 426 times higher than health standards established by the 1990 federal Clean Air Act. • Even something as simple as repeated acid teflux will eventually stress the lining of the esophagus enough that esophageal cancer results. • etc. Does it sound overwhelming? In a sense it is. However, it's only overwhelming if you're looking for a magic bullet cure." - Jon Barron, Lessons from The Miracle Doctors: A Step-by-Step Guide to Optimum Health and Relief from Catastrophic Illness (Get the book.)

"There is mounting evidence that this air pollution we inhale may cause an erratic response in our immune cells, leading to an elevated death rate of immune cells in some laboratory tests, exacerbating autoimmune disease or leading to immune-system dysfunction in others. Recent studies also show that mice exposed to fine particles of pollution at concentration levels equal to those found in the air in major metropolitan areas are more likely to develop atherosclerosis, which researchers now believe involves an autoimmune response." - Donna Jackson Nakazawa, The Autoimmune Epidemic (Get the book.)

"There are four primary sources of free radicals: The Environment: air pollution, cigarette smoke, smog, soot, automobile exhaust, toxic waste, pesticides, herbicides, ultraviolet light, background radiation, drugs, and even certain foods can all generate free radicals in the body. Internal Production: Our bodies are constantly producing free radicals as a byproduct of normal metabolic functions. Stress Factors: Aging, trauma, medications, disease, infection, and "stress" itself all accelerate the body's production of free radicals—oftentimes by a factor of eight times or more." - Jon Barron, Lessons from The Miracle Doctors: A Step-by-Step Guide to Optimum Health and Relief from Catastrophic Illness (Get the book.)

"Processed and artificial food products, foods high in protein (such as meat, seeds, nuts, eggs), drugs (prescription and recreational), soft drinks, tobacco, all refined sugar and flour products, air pollution and coffee are some of the main exogenous factors in swinging us toward acidity. Excess emotional stresses from positive or negative experiences create endogenous factors that likewise promote acidity. Alkaline residue elements include potassium, sodium, calcium, magnesium and iron." - Susan E. Schenck, The Live Food Factor: The Comprehensive Guide to the Ultimate Diet for Body, Mind, Spirit & Planet (Get the book.) "Finally, another advantage of eating foods in season is sparing the planet from more air pollution and oil usage due to the vast amounts of fossil fuels burned up in shipping food hundreds, or even thousands, of miles to the market. This issue is growing in political significance, as many believe we have reached, or are on the verge of reaching, "peak oil," after which oil prices will skyrocket. Supplements and Super Foods No one disputes the fact that most of our farm soil is minerally deficient." - Susan E. Schenck, The Live Food Factor: The Comprehensive Guide to the Ultimate Diet for Body, Mind, Spirit & Planet (Get the book.)

"It would eradicate suppressive, nutritional food companies and forbid chemical, water, and air pollution. A real solution would mean an utterly new way of living and a much higher standard of life. Let's take a look at that. 10. FIGHTING DRUGS AND FINDING ALTERNATIVES (1): HEALTHY NUTRITION It would not be fair to talk about the horrible side effects of drugs, without at least mentioning the alternatives to drugs. The know-how, in essence, of how to help oneself with the natural approach embraces a whole library." - Kenneth W Thomas, Ron Gilbert, Gerd Schaller, Side Effects: The Hidden Agenda of the Pharmaceutical Drug Cartel (Get the book.)

"This mercury may come from many sources, including vaporization of dental fillings, environmental exposures, tuna fish, or air pollution.5 Wherever it comes from, the effect can be severe. In one study of 465 patients with chronic mercury toxicity, 32 percent had severe fatigue, 88 percent had memory loss, and almost 30 percent had depression. These symptoms and mercury poisoning were much more common in people with the apo E4 gene. Today about 20 percent of the population has this gene." - Mark Hyman MD, The UltraMind Solution: Fix Your Broken Brain by Healing Your Body First (Get the book.)

"Others would argue that modern agricultural methods have utterly destroyed the bacteria that produce this important vitamin at the same time that air pollution has also placed excessive demands on our bodily supplies of it. There are several schools of thought on the whole veganism/B)2 issue. Some are strict vegans due to philosophical or ethical reasons, believing it is very bad karma to eat any animal products. When you see how badly animals we eat are treated, as depicted in some of the videos like Meet Your Meat or Eating, it doesn't take much to convince you that this is the case." - Susan E. Schenck, The Live Food Factor: The Comprehensive Guide to the Ultimate Diet for Body, Mind, Spirit & Planet (Get the book.) "She encouraged city dwellers to take two ounces thrice daily to protect themselves from air pollution and people with degenerative disease to take two ounces thrice also. I prefer to save time by keeping dehydrated wheatgrass on hand. If you do that, check with the company that processes it to be sure it has been dehydrated at less than 118?F. I sell such an item at www. 1 ivefoodfactor.com. Always have mixed green leafy vegetables in the refrigerator." - Susan E. Schenck, The Live Food Factor: The Comprehensive Guide to the Ultimate Diet for Body, Mind, Spirit & Planet (Get the book.)

"In most metropolitan areas, air pollution and haze are pervasive, blocking out the sunlight all year long. Many of us live in climates with winter weather that deprives us of essential sunlight. Fortunately, there is a simple solution: putting full-spectrum lights indoors helps you get benefits similar to those of sunshine. Getting high-quality full-spectrum light indoors is essential if you are Spent and not getting adequate natural sunlight. Not only will you sleep bet- ter, but you wili notice that your concentration, mental clarity, mood, and energy improve." - Frank Lipman, Mollie Doyle, Spent: Revive: Stop Feeling Spent and Feel Great Again (Get the book.)

"The still, cold air trapped ascending coal smoke, causing serious air pollution. The "fuliginous steame of the Sea Coal" prevented one from seeing across the street and filled Londoners' lungs with "grosse particles." Evelyn heard stories of extremely cold weather as far south as Spain "& the most southern tracts."7 As Londoners partied, the Scots suffered grievously. Up to one-third of the upland population died between 1693 and 1700, during the years immediately preceding the union with England in 1707. The harsh climate may have helped make union inevitable." - Brian Fagan, Floods, Famines, and Emperors: El Nino and the Fate of Civilizations (Get the book.)

"Exposure to other respiratory irritants, such as air pollution, dust, toxic gases, and fumes, may aggravate COPD and should be avoided when possible. The common cold (page 129) and other respiratory infections may aggravate COPD. Avoiding exposure to infections (page 265) or bolstering resistance with immune-enhancing (page 260) nutrients and herbs may be valuable. Nutritional supplements that may be helpful N-acetyl cysteine (NAC) (page 562) helps break down mucus. For that reason, inhaled NAC is used in hospitals to treat bronchitis." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"In 1989 Doctors Cedric and Frank Garland compared the rates of breast and colon cancer in twenty Canadian cities and the degree of acid-haze air pollution in each. Women in cities with the most acid haze had a greater chance of developing breast cancer.2 Acid haze, of course, filters out some of the UVB that would otherwise stimulate production of vitamin D in the body. It also increases the length of the vitamin D winter. Some might argue that more acid haze would also indicate more pollution, and that would be the real reason for the increased rate of breast cancer." - Marc Sorenson, Solar Power For Optimal Health (Get the book.)

"Every day, we are exposed to residue from pesticides and industrial chemicals, xenoestrogens, air pollution, heavy metals, and even pharmaceuticals. Our bodies face an ever-growing challenge to remove these toxins. Many toxins are stored in our fat tissues and resist easy elimination. This creates increased metabolic load, oxidative stress, and potential for hepatic (liver) damage. As the second largest organ of detoxification, the liver is constantly bombarded with toxins, drugs, and many other substances that enter the body." - David Winston, RH(AHG), and Steven Maimes, Adaptogens: Herbs for Strength, Stamina, and Stress Relief (Get the book.)

"Worsening air pollution probably contributes to these troubling statistics, although other unidentified factors may also be involved. Conventional medications are often helpful for treating acute asthma attacks and for preventing recurrences. However, despite the best that modern medicine has to offer, many patients continue to experience acute attacks and/or chronic, low-level breathing difficulties. Moreover, most of the medications used to treat asthma can cause side effects. New ideas are needed, if we are to win the battle against asthma. DR." - Jonathan V. Wright, M.D. and Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Natural Medicine, Optimal Wellness: The Patient's Guide to Health and Healing (Get the book.)

"Some studies show no connection with air pollution; others find modest associations. In one such study conducted among Italian men, researchers painstakingly gathered data on smoking habits, occupation, social group, age, and place of residence. Even after all these factors had been taken into account, rates of lung cancer rose with rising levels of air pollution for all types of lung cancer, but especially for adenocarcinoma. "These results provide evidence," according to the authors, "that air pollution is a moderate risk factor for certain ... types of lung cancer." - Sandra Steingraber, Living Downstream (Get the book.)

"Epstein's past committee and society involvements include: Chairman of the air pollution Control Association Committee on Biological Effects of Air Pollutants; President of the Society of Occupational and Environmental Health; Founder and Secretary of the Environmental Mutagen Society; advisor to a wide range of public interest, environmental, citizen activist and organized labor groups; Co-Chairman of the Commission for the Advancement of Public Interest Organizations (CAPIO); and President of the Rachel Carson Council, Inc." - Samuel S. Epstein, M.D., What's In Your Milk?: An Exposé of Industry and Government Cover-Up on the Dangers of the Genetically Engineered (rBGH) Milk You're Drinking (Get the book.)

"It has been suggested that amounts in excess of the RDA (recommended dietary allowance) are necessary to protect against the air pollution levels currently present in North America,14 although it is not known how much vitamin E is needed to produce that protective effect. A review of 39 clinical trials of N-acetyl cysteine (page 542) (NAC) found that 400 to 600 mg per day was a safe and effective treatment for chronic bronchitis." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"Every year, indoor air pollution is responsible for the death of 1.6 million people - that's one death every 20 seconds...due to pneumonia, chronic respiratory disease and lung cancer..." 182 y c c u ai x H Z Z 3 mportant Facts about Indoor Air Quality Though the word "pollution" often conjures images of smog and litter everywhere, indoor air is up to 10 times more contaminated than outdoor air." - Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN, Health Begins in the Colon (Get the book.)

"Air pollution is another risk factor. A previous diagnosis of tuberculosis increases the risk of lung cancer by 5 to 10%. CHECKLIST FOR LUNG CANCER Nutritional Rating Supplements Herbs þ?? Beta-carotene (page 469) (reduces risk) Warning: Beta-Carotene increases the risk of lung cancer in smokers. þ?ft Selenium (page 584) Coriolus versicolor (reduces risk) Vitamin E (page 609) (reduces risk) þftft Coenzyme Qio Asian ginseng (page 496) (page 630) Folic acid (page 520) Black tea (reduces (reduces risk) risk) Melatonin (page 555) Dr." - Alan R. Gaby, M.D., Jonathan V. Wright, M.D., Forrest Batz, Pharm.D. Rick Chester, RPh., N.D., DipLAc. George Constantine, R.Ph., Ph.D. Linnea D. Thompson, Pharm.D., N.D., The Natural Pharmacy: Complete A-Z Reference to Natural Treatments for Common Health Conditions (Get the book.)

"Realizing that the best defense is a good offense, the TIRC eagerly pointed to other culprits for lung cancer, like air pollution and workplace dust and fumes. They were able to enlist some surprising allies in the process. Besides Little there wasWilhelm Hueper, the first director of environmental carcinogenesis at the National Cancer Institute and hardly a friend to industry.12 In 1972 the renamed Tobacco Research Council gave money directly to Hueper and a collaborator, Tom Mancuso, to explore environmental and occupational causes of cancer." - Devra Davis, The Secret History of the War on Cancer (Get the book.) "Air pollution and mining do increase the risk of lung cancer. But that was of no concern to the tobacco strategists. Their goal was simple: confuse people about what scientific evidence shows and keep them wondering whether science can ever answer these questions. Preventing the AM A from taking a position on tobacco throughout the 1950s was a feather in Hill & Knowlton's cap. The creation of the TIRC was another masterstroke." - Devra Davis, The Secret History of the War on Cancer (Get the book.)

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