This article is a comprehensive guide on natural ways to prevent Anthrax, a disease that has been a cause of concern for many. It is based on the information shared by the Apple-A-Day Service Group, an international organization of naturopathic practitioners based in Austin, Texas. The group has been receiving numerous inquiries about Anthrax and other diseases that could potentially be used in biological warfare. This guide aims to provide viable solutions and peace of mind to those who are worried about these threats.
Many people, out of fear, have been resorting to antibiotics without any known reason to do so. This is a dangerous practice as antibiotics are known to weaken the immune system and cause digestive problems. Using them as a preventive measure could actually weaken your body's defenses for the future.
The Apple-A-Day Clinic has developed a simple supplement protocol to help provide an effective defense against Anthrax and improve your health during this time of specific concern.
The Garlic Information Center in England has announced that Anthrax is highly susceptible to garlic. Garlic is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that even blocks toxin production by disease organisms [Journal of Nutrition, 3/2001]. This is particularly important regarding Anthrax because it's the metabolic toxins produced by anthrax that kills people, not the anthrax bacterium itself.
In a featured test-study, garlic was found to be a more potent antibiotic than many of the drugs used to treat anthrax including penicillin, doxycycline, streptomycin, ampicillin, and cephalexin [Fitoterapia, Vol. 5, 1984]. Fresh cloves of garlic and garlic powder may be beneficial, but the most beneficial garlic is a prepared, concentrated garlic that can deliver a high potency of its antibiotic components especially the highly-researched compound "allicin."
The Anthrax bacterium's toxicity emanates from its metabolic by-products that kill the human immune system's macrophage cells which are vital to engulfing and eliminating bacteria. Studies have shown that sulfur-bearing antioxidants (alpha lipoic acid, N-acetyl cysteine, taurine) and Vitamin C, which elevate levels of L-glutathione, a natural antioxidant within the body, counters the toxicity produced by anthrax [Molecular Medicine, 11/94; Immunopharmacology, 1/00; Applied Environmental Microbiology, 5/79].
Melatonin, an anti-aging, a sleep-inducing, longevity hormone supplement has been shown to help neutralize the lethal toxins from Anthrax exposure [Cell Biology Toxicology, Vol. 16, 2000]. It can be taken at bedtime in doses ranging from 10-15 mg. Melatonin boosts L-glutathione levels during sleep thus providing additional support to removing the by-products of pathogenic organisms including anthrax.
Virtually all bacteria, viruses, and fungi depend upon excessive iron compounds as a growth factor [Iron & Your Health, T.F. Emery, CRC Press, 1991]. Iron-chelating (removing) drugs and antibiotics (Adriamycin, Vancomycin) are medically effective against pathogens through their iron-removing action.
The antibacterial, antiseptic action of wild oregano oil has been described in recent medical literature and may be helpful in fighting biological toxins [Journal Applied Microbiology, Vol. 88, 2000]. A potent natural antibiotic, more powerful than many prescription antibiotics, is oil of wild oregano.
The Apple-A-Day Protocol includes 1) concentrated garlic, 2) sulfur-bearing anti-oxidants, 3) Melatonin, 4) IP6 (heavy metal chelator, anti-microbial), and 5) Wild Oregano Oil. With such a program, people can improve their nutritional health while assisting their inherent immune system's vigilance regarding the threat of biological warfare agents.
For more information on the Apple-A-Day anthrax protocol, visit Apple-A-Day's Anthrax Protocol.
