Ipriflavone and Isoflavones in Osteoporosis Care
Ipriflavone may help slow osteoporosis when used with calcium. Studies show potential bone benefits but caution lymphocyte counts with long-term use. Typical dosing is 200 mg three times daily or 300 mg twice daily, with calcium intake of at least 1000 mg daily. Possible product names include Femfocus Bone Support and IpriBone, though some stores label ipriflavone by its chemical name 7 isopropoxy isoflavone.
Bolton's Thuja occidentalis Herbal Remedy Spotlight
Shari Rudavsky reports on a Bolton product touting Thuja occidentalis as an antidote for nail splitting and breaking, claiming benefits for cancer, AIDS, skin conditions, post vaccination disorders, and fluid retention. The remedy uses white cedar extracts with arborvitae branding, priced at five to six dollars per vial of small pellets.
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Steve’s Road To Recovery In Southern Illinois
Steve, a long term schizophrenia patient, seeks help at Southern Illinois Regional Social Services after years of illegal drug and alcohol use. He forms a trusted bond with counselor Ellen Meierkort in the Recovery and Addictions Program. Once involved in drug distribution since his teens, he reflects on past violence and criminal activity while progressing toward treatment and stability with support from Cathy Field and SIRSS services.
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Calendar of Health Support Groups and Screenings Across Southern Illinois
A dense roster lists Alzheimer s Arthritis and Cancer support groups, blood pressure and cholesterol screenings, diabetic and epilepsy support, coping with cancer and healthy eating programs. Locations include Carbondale Marion Herrin Benton Murphysboro Metropolis Herrin Harrisburg West Frankfort and Carterville with contact numbers for Vickie Teresa Evans Pam Garris Sue Karen Margie and others.
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Recovery through life changes by Ellen Meierkort counselor
Ellen Meierkort, substance abuse counselor at Southern Illinois Regional Social Services, helps adults with co existing mental illness. She notes her clients face scary life changes, shares humor with Steve who battles schizophrenia and alcohol abuse, and suggests Alcoholics Anonymous as a coping option while acknowledging mixed results.
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