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"To be on the safe side she further advised parents to make an effort to "avoid sensitization" by limiting both peanuts and soybeans during the third trimester of pregnancy, during breast feeding, and by avoiding the use of soy formula. Controversy has raged since the 1920s as to whether or not babies could be sensitized to allergens while still in utero. In 1976, researchers learned that the fetus is capable of producing IgE antibodies against soy protein during early gestation and newborns can be sensitized through the breast milk of the mother and later react to foods they've "never eaten." - Gabriel Cousens, There Is a Cure for Diabetes: The Tree of Life 21-Day+ Program (Get the book.)

"A study published in one peer-reviewed magazine noted that "even though supportive of breast feeding the house staff was not knowledgeable about breast feeding management, answering only 53% of the questions correctly. Only 14% of the doctors described themselves as confident or very confident to manage common breast feeding problems. The authors conclude that physicians in training have very limited knowledge of breast feeding management." - Carol Simontacchi, The Crazy Makers: How the Food Industry Is Destroying Our Brains and Harming Our Children (Get the book.)

"As with most herbs, do not take them during pregnancy or breast feeding. Probiotics Every person has billions of bacteria in their intestinal tract. Most bacteria are beneficial and maintain health. A small percentage of bacteria in our intestines are harmful if they spread. If these bad bacteria overgrow it may have negative health consequences such as flatulence, immune dysfunction, infections, constipation and/or diarrhea. Good flora helps to maintain the immune system and displace the bad bacteria in the gut." - Heather Caruso, Your Drug-Free Guide to Digestive Health (Get the book.) "Do not take oregano if you are pregnant or breast feeding, as studies have not confirmed its effect. Pau D'Arco Pau D'Arco is a rainforest herb, also known as Lapacho or Taheebo, made from the inner bark of a tree. It is an immune enhancer that is anti-microbial and useful in killing Candida albicans. Like garlic it stimulates macrophages, bacteria-eating cells. This herb also helps with diabetes, ulcers, parasites, ringworm and boils. Avoid this herb if you are pregnant or nursing. Typical dosage of Pau D'Arco in capsule form is 1,000 mgs per day. It also comes in a liquid or tea form." - Heather Caruso, Your Drug-Free Guide to Digestive Health (Get the book.) "Do not take oregano if you are pregnant or breast feeding, as studies have not confirmed its effect. Herbal Parasite Formulas Many health food stores carry a good herbal combination for killing parasites. They usually contain wormwood, male fern root, clove bud, garlic and/or black walnut. These formulas do work well for some people. However, they must be taken with probiotics because they sometimes destroy the good flora along with the bad. Probiotics Probiotics such as acidophilus and Bifidobacterium are beneficial bacteria which are found in kefir and yogurt." - Heather Caruso, Your Drug-Free Guide to Digestive Health (Get the book.) "This supplement is not recommended during pregnancy, breast feeding or for children. Digestive Enzymes Digestive enzymes are a means for the body to break down foods and absorb their nutrients. Our body naturally makes digestive enzymes through the liver, the pancreas and stomach. If you do not have good digestion, digestive enzymes act as insurance for proper absorption. Partially or improperly digested foods cause many health issues, such as heartburn, diarrhea, food allergies and constipation." - Heather Caruso, Your Drug-Free Guide to Digestive Health (Get the book.)

"The effect of "humanised" milks and supplemented breast feeding on the faecal flora of infants. J. Med. Microbiol. 10, 403-413. 26. Parrett, A., Farley, K., Fletcher, A., and Edwards, C. (2001). Comparison of faecal short chain fatty acids in breast-fed, formula-fed and mixed-fed neonates. Proc. Nutr. Soc. 60, 48A. 27. Parrett, A. (2001). "Development of Colonic Fermentation in Early Life." Glasgow University. 28. Sakata, S., Tonooka, T., Ishizeki, S., Takada, M., Sakamoto, M., Fukuyama, M., and Benno, Y. (2005)." - Ann M. Coulston and Carol J. Boushey, Nutrition in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease (Get the book.)

"A study published in one peer-reviewed magazine noted that "even though supportive of breast feeding the house staff was not knowledgeable about breast feeding management, answering only 53% of the questions correctly. Only 14% of the doctors described themselves as confident or very confident to manage common breast feeding problems. The authors conclude that physicians in training have very limited knowledge of breast feeding management." - Carol Simontacchi, The Crazy Makers: How the Food Industry Is Destroying Our Brains and Harming Our Children (Get the book.)

"In animals, exposure to flaxseed or its lignan extract due to breast feeding suppresses breast tumor development later in life in female offspring. [Experimental Biology Medicine 228:951-58, 2003] Supplementation of 10% flaxseed, the richest source of mammalian lignans, to mice with established human breast tumors not only reduced tumor growth, but also inhibited metastasis. [Cancer Letters 185:31-7, 2002] Flax oil by itself exerts anti-cancer properties." - Bill Sardi, You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore (Get the book.)

"Pregnancy: Use during pregnancy or while breast feeding only after consulting a physician. Children: The drug is not to be administered to children under 12 years of age. DOSAGE Mode of Administration: For internal use, comminuted drug is used for infusions, decoctions, cold macerations or elixirs. The drug is contained in purgative, metabolic, liver, gallbladder, and gastrointestinal teas. Preparation: To prepare an infusion, scald 4 gm comminuted drug, strain after 10 to 15 minutes or put in cold water which is boiled for 2 to 3 minutes, and strain while still warm. (1 teaspoon = 3." - Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D., PDR for Herbal Medicines (Get the book.)

"Carcinogenesis 17:1373-6, 1996] Studies reveal that flaxseed feeding of rodent offspring during breast feeding favorably alters the cells in breast tissue. In a study of rodents after weaning from breast milk, and then exposed to a cancer-causing chemical, the flax-fed animals exhibited 31% fewer tumors, and the flax-extract (SDG) 42% fewer tumors. The size of the tumors was 51 % and 63% less, and tumor number was 47% and 45% less. There was not much difference in the numbers between flaxseed and its extract." - Bill Sardi, You Don't Have to be Afraid of Cancer Anymore (Get the book.)

"Sarsaparilla should not be taken during pregnancy (page 363) or breast feeding. Botanical name: Smilax spp. Parts used and where grown Many different species are called by the general name sarsaparilla. Various species are found in Mexico, South America, and the Caribbean. The root is used in herbal medicine." - 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.) "Its safety during pregnancy (page 363) and breast feeding has not yet been established. SLIPPERY ELM Botanical names: Ulmus rubra, Ulmus fulva Parts used and where grown The slippery elm tree is native to North America, where it still grows primarily. The inner bark of the tree is the main part used for medicinal preparations." - 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.) "There are no known reasons to avoid its use during pregnancy (page 363) or breast feeding. However, because it is so mucilaginous, it may interfere with the absorption of medicine taken at the same time. Active constituents The major constituents in St. John's wort include hypericin and other dianthrones, flavonoids (page 516), xanthones, and hyperforin.1 While it was previously thought the antidepressant actions of St." - 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.) "The safety of wild yam during pregnancy (page 363) and breast feeding has not been established. WILLOW Common name: Willow bark Botanical name: Salix alba Parts used and where grown The willow tree grows primarily in central and southern Europe, although it is also found in North America. The bark is used to make herbal extracts. Willow has been used in connection with the following conditions (refer to the individual health concern for complete information): Rating Health Concerns þ?" - 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.)

"According to a statement by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, "Women will not put their baby at risk if they avoid eating shark, swordfish, tilefish, king mackerel, tuna steaks and whale meat until after they have delivered and stopped breast feeding." For good measure, women planning to become pregnant should avoid these fish for six months beforehand. There's one more reason I'm a little less panicked about mercury in seafood than you might think I'd be. And that reason is selenium." - Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why (Get the book.)

"Lactation: The active chemicals in bitter melon can be transferred through breast milk; therefore, it is contraindicated in women who are breast feeding. precautions and adverse reactions Diabetics should check with their physicians before using this plant and use with caution while monitoring their blood sugar levels regularly as the dosage of insulin medications may need adjusting. Many in vivo clinical studies have demonstrated the relatively low toxicity of all parts of the bitter melon plant when ingested orally." - Thomson Healthcare, Inc., PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition (Get the book.)

"In one home, a mother who was breast feeding her infant was reportedly "roughed up and handcuffed for 11 hours while FDA agents ransacked her home." Items seized in the raids included vitamins, minerals, herbs, and nutritional supplements. IRS officials also seized computers, automobiles, and bank accounts. The U.S. Postal Service illegally blocked the mail of some of the targeted companies, denying them the ability to conduct business or even organize a legal defense. Targeted products included Dr. Kurt Donsbach's nutritional products and Dr. Hans Neiper's German-made health products." - Mike Adams, Natural Health Solutions (Get the book.)

"During breast feeding it is important to continue to avoid all toxic substances, since most of it is transmitted through the breast milk. Let the baby be an inspiration for you to keep a high level of health. Breast feeding is so far superior to any other approach to infant nutrition that it is hard to understand how the medical profession moved away from this after World War II. Thankfully, the medical profession in the nineties has become more open to breast feeding, as has the general public." - Gabriel Cousens, M.D., Conscious Eating (Get the book.)

"The breasts also become larger and firmer during pregnancy, in preparation for breast feeding. Familiarize yourself with the normal feel of your breasts so that you can detect any changes such as enlargement of a lump. A woman who is accustomed to the way her breasts feels is better able to notice subtle changes. Any changes in your breasts should be reported to your health care provider, and a professional should recheck you if you have any doubt concerning your examination. Since men also can get breast cancer, they can benefit from self-examination as well." - Phyllis A. Balch, CNC, Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements (Get the book.)

"She suffered mastitis (breast engorgement) twice while breast feeding her daughter. Within one hour of taking two tablets, she was completely clear and able to carry on feeding. She was completely clear within two hours on two separate occasions." Sara McLauglin - "My sister-in-law has suffered untold misery with Polycystic Ovaries (PCO's) and aching joints for many years. She had just about tried everything and felt as bad as a woman can with this problem. The cysts, as well as the pains, are kept away as long as she takes Serrapeptase." - Robert Redfern, The Miracle Enzyme Is Serrapeptase (Get the book.)

"Lastly Chaste tree has been found to increase milk production in lactating women and is safe for breast feeding infants. Indications: • Premenstrual discomforts with breast tenderness, agitation, and anxiety • Heavy menstruation • Anovulatory cycles • Uterine fibroids, subserous • Perimenopause • Insufficient lactation Collection: Strip the mature fruits from the branch ends. Lay out to dry. Preparations and Dosage: • DPT (60% alcohol): 30-40 drops 3 times daily It is important to note that the effect of Chaste tree may not be noticed immediately." - Charles W. Kane, Herbal Medicine of the American Southwest (Get the book.)

"Growing numbers of women in developing countries are abandoning breast feeding. In Chile, for example, the rate of breast feeding has fallen from 95 percent to 6 percent within twenty years. The duration of breast feeding has fallen from an average of a little over one year to an average of two months." - Frank A. Oski, M.D., Don't Drink Your Milk (Get the book.)

"Only "exclusive breast feeding or feeding with a partial whey hydrolysate formula is associated with the lower incidence of atopic disease and food allergy. This is a cost-effective approach to the prevention of allergic disease in children."70 Scientists can no longer argue that soy formula is hypoallergenic, but many still say that its soy proteins may be less sensitizing than cow's milk proteins. When babies develop soy intolerance, the blame tends to go to earlier damage done to the intestines by cow's milk protein." - Kaayla T. Daniel, PhD, CCN, The Whole Soy Story: The dark side of America's favorite health food (Get the book.)

"Adult rickets is osteomalacia, from stress, pregnancy, breast feeding, or a kidney failure. Keep warm, dry, have fresh air, and exercise. Take Vitamins A; C; D; Indium; Calcium; Magnesium; Phosphorus foods; and nitrogenous Protein. 1 gram Quinine twicedaily. RINGWORM SEE Worms. •ROACHES A household insect that can eat about anything, and carry boils, dysentery, hepatitis, toxoplasmosis, plague, polio, salmonella, and typhus. Sprinkle Boric acid that electrostatically destroys their outer shel 1 and poisons their stomachs: then seal up all holes and cracks." - Joseph E. Mario, Anti-Aging Manual: The Encyclopedia of Natural Health (Get the book.)

"Treatment for anemias due to folic acid deficiency occurring from alcoholism, liver disease, hemolytic anemia, sprue, infants on artificial formula, pregnancy, breast feeding and use of oral contraceptives. Some studies have found that folic acid supplementation alone or in combination with other vitamins taken before conception and during early pregnancy may reduce the incidence of neural tube defects in infants. DOSAGE & USAGE INFORMATION How to take: Tablet—Swallow with liquid or food to lessen stomach irritation. If you can't swallow whole, crumble tablet and take with liquid or food." - H. Winter Griffith, M.D., Complete Guide to Prescription and Nonprescription Drugs 2005 (Get the book.)

"Another key factor is the mother's diet during breast feeding. The mother's nutritional intake should be optimal, in order for the baby to receive proper nourishment. Ideally, a woman's amalgams should be removed before she becomes pregnant, because mercury passes through the placental barrier and concentrates in breast milk. If you have amalgam fillings and are concerned about breast feeding, you can ask your physician to test for high levels of mercury with a provoked urine test." - Robert C. Atkins MD, Whole-Body Dentistry: Discover The Missing Piece To Better Health (Get the book.)

"Thankfully, the medical profession in the nineties has become more open to breast feeding, as has the general public. The exceptions to breast feeding are if the mother has a disease which requires medicines that might be toxic to the baby, or if the baby has jaundice. Breast milk has substances that slow the excretion of bilirubin out of the system, which is the pigment that causes the yellow color in jaundice. Breast milk transfers immunity to the child in many ways, including substances that protect the infant's intestinal tract from infection." - Gabriel Cousens, M.D., Conscious Eating (Get the book.)

"In Oriental medicine, miso has been used in the treatment of arthritis, colitis, diabetes, and hypoglycemia; for tobacco problems; and to assist in breast feeding. It is a great afternoon drink for those who suffer from late afternoon or post-work symptoms like headache, dizziness, irritability, or general low energy. A good soup to have on the fire for your friends and family on a rainy day will combine the winter foods in a miso broth." - Elson M. Haas, Staying Healthy With the Seasons (Get the book.)

"Restricting your diet during breast feeding is much more important for the baby. • Give up smoking before becoming pregnant. Once the child is born, make sure that no one smokes in the house. • Breast feed for the first year if possible. Give nothing but breast milk for the first four to six months. • If breast feeding is not possible, discuss with your doctor the possible alternatives, such as donated breast milk or hydrolysate formulas." - Jonathan Brostoff M.D., Linda Gamlin, Food Allergies and Food Intolerance: The Complete Guide to Their Identification and Treatment (Get the book.)

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