If sniffling your way through winter with tissues in hand and a tickly cough is familiar to you, you’re not alone. In winter, it’s prime time for viruses like the common cold and the flu to spread across the population, so our immune systems and general health need a helping
hand.

Unfortunately, this is also the season many of us suffer from a lack of Vitamin D, also known as the sunshine Vitamin. Our bodies use the sun to create Vitamin D, and arriving at and leaving work in the dark while spending all day indoors (as is common during winter) can seriously impede our body’s ability to create this key vitamin.

While you can get Vitamin D from some food sources (oily fish, red meat, and fortified foods), the lack of winter sunshine leaves 1 in 6 of us with low levels of Vitamin D in our blood. This important Vitamin can be even harder for vegans and vegetarians who can’t get it from the most common food sources.

The solution? A Vitamin D supplement.

Here’s why all of us should be supplementing Vitamin D this winter.

1. Vitamin D keeps bones, muscles, and teeth healthy
   Vitamin D is a key nutrient that your body requires to stay healthy at all ages. Its key function is to regulate the amount of calcium and phosphate in the body.
   Calcium is one of the vital minerals required for healthy bones and teeth while also playing a role in blood clotting, regulating heart rhythms, and allowing muscles to contract.
   Meanwhile, phosphates are essential for producing energy, muscle and nerve function, and bone growth, making the regulation of both these key nutrients vital for a healthy body.
   
   
2. A lack of Vitamin D can lead to bone deformities
   Getting sufficient Vitamin D is especially important in younger years when your bones are still developing. In children, a lack of Vitamin D can cause bone deformities such as rickets, with the most common cause of rickets being a Vitamin D or calcium deficiency.
   Adults without sufficient Vitamin D can suffer from osteomalacia and related bone pain.
   
   
3. Supplementing Vitamin D is cost-effective
   Sure, there are food sources of Vitamin D available when you aren’t getting enough sunlight. But unless you have the budget and the time to cook fresh oily fish and expensive red meats regularly for dinner, you’ll find it difficult to attain the recommended amount of Vitamin D from
   food alone.
   Plus, vegetarians and people with particular dietary requirements may be unable to eat adequate amounts of foods containing Vitamin D. A more cost-effective and simple way to get sufficient Vitamin D is by taking a supplement.
   That way, you won’t have to plan meals obsessively to get this important nutrient from food.
   
   

Prioritise your health with a Vitamin D supplement

Vitamin D isn’t only necessary during winter. If you don’t get regular outdoor exposure to sunlight or you live somewhere with few sunny days across the year (we’re looking at you, Scotland), you might benefit from taking Vitamin D supplements all year long.
The good news is that taking a regular Vitamin D supplement doesn’t have to mean breaking the bank. Our popular Vitamin D supplement will see you through the winter months at an affordable price.
It’s combined with Vitamin K2, which ensures that the calcium production encouraged by Vitamin D3 ends up in your bones, not your arteries.
The best part? The chewable tablets come in a tasty apricot flavour, so no more gulping down unpalatable vitamins while holding your nose.

Next time a virus breaks out, rather than relying on wearing a rag over your face to “protect” you, or experimental toxic chemicals called “vaccinations” even though they failed to actually immunise those who took it, use your common sense and support your immune system and you will, like I did with Covid, brush it off pretty quickly. There are countless ways to do this. Vitamin C, Zinc and Vitamin D (which virtually everyone living in the UK should take anywayfor general health, most of the year) are amongst the most obvious examples for mitigating viral illness. Personally, I really like Antioxidant Supreme as a general lifestyle product for immunity and viral protection, as well as protecting against free radical damage / anti-aging as a long term product to take for optimal health all the time.

Olive Leaf Extract – A Wonderful Anti-Viral / Anti Bacterial / Anti-Fungal and Immune Booster

Herbs such as Olive Leaf Extract are less well known but I I have been taking 2 capsules a day for a couple of years now. Why am I taking it?

The following extract comes from the highly recommended book “Olive Leaf Extract….Potent Antibacterial, Antiviral, Antifungal Agent” by Jack Richardson. ISBN 1 86512 095 5.

The following is a summarised list of this potent botanical’s apparent health benefits:

• Effective inhibition and prevention of infection by wide range of pathological microbes, including viruses, bacteria, retroviruses, fungi, parasites, yeasts, and moulds.
• The enhancement of elasticity of arteries, which improves blood flow, reduces high blood pressure, and prevents the progression of other forms of heart disease.
• The relief of inflammation related to arthritis, especially rheumatoid arthritis.
• Improvement in symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome and related disorders.
• Ability to fight free radical production.
• Prevention and treatment of many types of viral infections, including the herpes viruses, most influenza and common cold viruses, Epstein-Barr viruses, the HIV virus, the cytomegalovirus, and others.
• Eradication of candidiasis and associated yeast syndromes.
• Effective eradication of a variety of parasites, from microscopic protozoa to intestinal worms.
• Enhancement of energy production in the body.
• Relief from toothaches, painful haemorrhoids, athlete’s foot, mycotic nails, and various other annoying conditions.

There is a lot more to learn in the book about the various problems it is said to help (such as chronic fatigue), but amongst other things, it states that olive leaf extract “has been shown to be effective against candida albicans, candida krusei, oral candidiasis, vaginitis (thush) yeast syndrome,giardia, pinwroms, tapeworms, ringworm, protozoa and many others. Besides the clinical research that demonstrates that olive leaf extract is effective against fungal and yeast infections, there is a wealth of data from personal case histories of individuals using it for similar purposes”.

Suggested Usage

General Health / Long term : Take 1 capsule twice per day

Acute  / Short term: Take 2 capsules twice or three times per day

Vitamin D – The Life Saving Immune Supporter – Strengthening Our Bodies Against ALL Viral Illness.

This is extracted from a newsletter written close to the beginning of the pandemic, but my view is the same now as it was then. 

Here I want to acknowledge the wonderful Vlogger Ivor Cummins and refer people to his YouTube video found here. This video discusses the study, which I am sure you won’t be seeing on BBC News showing that those who’s Vitamin D level was below 10ng/ml were 10.1 x more likely to die from the virus than those who’s blood level was about 30ng/ml. (note: ng/ml – nanograms per millimeter of blood. In the UK its measured in nmol/L instead, which can be a bit confusing as this gives a figure which at first glance looks 2.5 x higher than ng/ml).

What’s interesting is that even this study misses an important point. The optimal level is not 30ng/ml. Iregard that as the minimum acceptable level. The optimal level is about 60ng/ml. How do we know this? It’s pretty easy really. Basically when we manage to get as much of our bodies as possible in the sun regularly (without burning), and when the sun is at an angle of above a minimum of 30 degrees to the earth (in the UK we have this for 8 months of the year, but only for a brief period of the day during the transition months of October and March) weakest sun months of that time), and 40 degrees for dark skinned people, we get up to 60-80ng within a couple of weeks. It never goes much above or below that no matter how much time we spend in the sun. And that’s the optimal level at 50 or more rather than the barely enough level of 30. Had the study been based on the optimal amount, not the minimum amount, one can only assume it would not be a 10.1 x higher risk for death. The difference would be far more impressive! You can see the risk of death from Coronavirus in visual terms to the left (this is a screen shot from the highly recommended aforementioned YouTube video) plotting the risk of death against vitamin D status. You don’t need to be a Professor of statistics to understand it.

Regarding what I regard as the drivel around the R¹ number I also highly recommend this short video found here.

¹ Remember that? I had forgotten about this BS until I re-read the newsletter I extracted this from.

Vitamin D Supplements

In my opinion if you can’t get in the sun, then you should supplement with Vitamin D, every day that you don’t get in the sun for some non-burning tanning time without splashing on toxic sunscreens that block UBV. Of the different Vitamin D products we provide, my favourite one, and indeed the one I take, is this one. High strength 5000iu, not the PATHETIC dosage recommended by the mainstream, which is almost useless. Suitable for sublingual absorption or chewing. And it comes with the added advantage of containing Vitamin K2, which ideally should always be combined with Vitamin D. That’s the subject of another newsletter as the K2 has a lot of benefits of its own.

Recommended usage: One a day every day except on days when your body has had or is going to get enough sun (note this is not possible from October to February in the UK). 

Another excellent high strength and popular Vitamin D product is Plant Based Vitamin D, which is the one to go for if you prefer a liquid to the sublingual tablet. For those who want a lower strength Vitamin D, we provide several others choices. 

    Who is at the highest risk of all for Vitamin D deficiency?

The truth is that most people have below optimal levels of vitamin D. But some people are even more likely than average to need a vitamin D supplement. The following list is not exhaustive, but covers the most common group of people who are especially likely to need a vitamin D supplement. 

• Breastfed infants, because human milk is a poor source of vitamin D, largely because the mothers themselves have poor vitamin D levels
• The elderly, as their skin doesn’t make vitamin D when exposed to sunlight as efficiently as young people, and their kidneys are less able to convert vitamin D to its active form. (Is this one of the reasons why the elderly are at higher risk of dying from coronavirus?)
• Dark skinned people as it takes them much longer to produce vitamin D from action of of ultraviolet light on the skin. (Is this one of the reasons why black and Asian people are at higher risk of dying from coronavirus?). In my opinion dark skinned people living in the UK should take vitamin D throughout the year, including during periods of fine sunny weather. 
• People with disorders such as Crohn’s disease or celiac disease who don’t handle fat properly, because vitamin D needs fat to be absorbed.
• Obesity, because the body fat binds to some vitamin D and prevents it from getting into the blood.  (Is this one of the reasons why obese people at higher risk of dying from coronavirus?)
• People who have had gastric bypass surgery
• People with osteoporosis, hyperparathyroidism (too much of a hormone that controls the body’s calcium level), sarcoidosis, tuberculosis, histoplasmosis, or other granulomatous disease (disease with granulomas, collections of cells caused by chronic inflammation), 
• People with cancer 
• People who take medicines that affect vitamin D metabolism.

Our full range of Vitamin D products is found here. 

Obviously the above is not a comprehensive list of all products that protect us from viral infection – they are just a good start.  I’ve written about many of the others in previous newsletters, and doubtless I will again on future occasions. I’d love to go into some of them, but I know that most people won’t read for long and if you’ve this far, I’m already on borrowed time. 

Now A Word About Wearing Face Masks (or what when I was a kid, we called worthless rags). 

“Masking was the single most common non-pharmaceutical intervention in the course of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic. Most countries have implemented recommendations or mandates regarding the use of masks in public spaces. The aim of this short study was to analyse the correlation between mask usage against morbidity and mortality rates in the 2020-2021 winter in Europe. Data from 35 European countries on morbidity, mortality, and mask usage during a six-month period were analysed and crossed….These findings indicate that countries with high levels of mask compliance did not perform better than those with low mask usage.” – https://www.cureus.com/articles/93826-correlation-between-mask-compliance-and-covid-19-outcomes-in-europe

Just to summarise the official narrative…

I said from day one that wearing snot filled rags over our faces was a stupid idea, which would not have any effect whatsoever. If the fact that pretty much everyone got Covid in the end (myself included, which I presume means I am not a “covid deniar”, whatever that was supposed to mean, as claimed by a couple of geniuses who wrote to me) was not proof enough, then this study hopefully would be the proof. Always focus on promoting wellness, not running from illness. If you do that, your immune system willl cope, it will mature and in the greater scheme of things you will be better off. 

Best wishes from me and the rest of my team
Mark G. Lester
Director and Overall Clever Cloggs
The Finchley Clinic
www.thefinchleyclinic.com

We’ve been out of stock of these products from NB Pure for a while, but they’re all back now

Mag 07 Oxygen Based Colon Cleanser

Mag 07 is a combination of powdered magnesium oxide compounds which have been ozonated and stabilised to release singlet oxygen over 12 hours or more. Mag 07, when in an acidic environment, begins to slowly release singlet oxygen, and this continues throughout the digestive system. The magnesium acts as a vehicle to transport the oxygen throughout the body and has a gentle stool softening effect. The by-products of Mag 07 are magnesium in an oxide form and singlet oxygen. In its oxide form, very little magnesium is assimilated by the body. It passes through the intestinal tract, kidneys and bladder, helping to cleanse by delivering oxygen along the way. Therefore, it is the perfect vehicle for transporting oxygen. However the singlet oxygen residue has a powerful effect at controlling candida (fungal overgrowth) and any unwanted anaerobic bacteria. This makes it a useful weapon in combatting dysbiosis, small intestine bacterial overgrowth and so on.

Available in the following preparations (please note, that the labelling / branding may vary from the image shown above): –

90 capsules

180 capsules

150g Powder

Benefits: –

• Natural Constipation Relief: May relieve uncomfortable constipation and gas without the use of unpleasant laxatives or herbs.
• Colon Cleanse to Feel Better: May help remove accumulated intestinal waste, helping you feel less bloated and heavy.
• Colon Detox to Support Digestive Health: May reduce toxins and pathogens that steal nutrients and leave harmful waste.
• Fast Acting and Reliable Relief: May work overnight while you sleep with a satisfying bathroom visit in the morning.
• 1, 3, 5, 7 Day Cleanse, as Needed: Use as needed for constipation or as a longer cleanse to clear toxic waste from your gut.
• Natural Laxative Alternative: May replace stimulant, emollient, and lubricant laxatives. 

What should I combine with Mag 07?

You can combine Mag 07 with anything, but you may want to consider one of the liquid oxygen products. Whilst Mag 07 oxygenates and cleanses the colon, these products are designed to oxygenate the body at the cellular level. 

Customer reviews

We have a lot of positive reviews for Mag 07 found here

Also back in stock…..

Methyl B12 Vitamin Spray

Vitamin B12 is one of the most important daily nutrients a person can get. Yet most people are not getting effective and adequate amounts of it. When people purchase the regular “off the shelf” B12 tablets, absorption rates are less generally poorer. Methyl B12 Vitamin Spray is a cut above other B12 products because it’s in the methylcobalamin form. Methylcobalamin is the most absorbable form of B12. This is extremely important when taking supplemental B12, especially for vegetarians. Since B12 is found almost entirely from meat, milk and egg sources, vegetarians and especially vegans are often deficient in this important daily vitamin. Unlike the inexpensive and common cyanocobalamin, methylcobalamin is readily available for cellular absorption. Cyanocobalamin has to go through the first pass of the liver, where a small amount of methylcobalamin is produced. Then it enters the general (i.e. systemic) circulation. Another unique feature is the method of delivery. Sprays can be more effective in activating the salivary glands than capsules, pills, lozenges or drops. This allows the B12 to enter the bloodstream quickly and efficiently.

Also back in stock….

Bx3 Spray (B6, B12, folic acid and TMG)

Bx3 Spray (formerly Homocysteine Control Spray) is a unique, orally administered, fast-acting formula of Vitamin B12 (in the superior methylcobalamin form), Vitamin B6, Folic Acid and Tri-Methyl Glycine (TMG) in a base of vegetable glycerin. It may support the cardiovascular system    The blood, heart, and blood vessels form the cardiovascular system. The cardiovascular system delivers oxygen to every part of your body.  Homocysteine is a toxic amino acid formed in the body when other amino acids in your blood are broken down by normal body processes. High blood levels of homocysteine have been linked to a higher risk of heart and vessel disease, and are considered even more of a threat to heart health than high cholesterol.

The advantage of an oral spray formula

According to the Physicians’ Desk Reference for Nonprescription Drugs and Dietary Supplements, oral absorption (spraying into the mouth and swallowing) is much more effective than other forms of delivery. Sprays can be effective in activating the salivary glands than capsules, pills, or lozenges. This allows the Bx3 spray to enter the bloodstream quickly and efficiently.  

Deficiencies of the vitamins folic acid (B₉), pyridoxine (B₆), or B₁₂ can lead to high homocysteine levels. High blood levels of homocysteine have been linked to a higher risk of heart and vessel disease, and are considered even more of a threat to heart health than high cholesterol. In addition, high levels of homocysteine combined with excessive serum cholesterol can damage the cardiovascular system. Recent studies have shown that elevated homocysteine levels may be an independent risk factor for the development of heart disease, brain disease and stress. Homocysteine also damages cells that line the veins or arteries and stimulates the development of scar tissue in the damaged area. Elevated levels of homocysteine have also been linked to increased fractures in elderly persons.

The ingredients in Bx3 Spray have been proven effective in extensive clinical studies in helping manage homocysteine levels. TMG is a highly effective donor of methyl groups and is a powerful reducer of homocysteine to biologically safe methionine.  In the liver, methionine is converted to homocysteine. The homocysteine is converted back into methionine with the help of B12 and folic acid. The vitamin B6 converts homocysteine to a form that can be secreted in the urine. Deficiencies of these vitamins lead to a build up of homocysteine, which then damages the cells and tissues of the arteries.

Unlike competitors that use the inexpensive and “common” cyanocobalamin form of B12, Bx3 contains the methylcobalamin form, which is readily available for cellular absorption.  

Some important benefits of Bx3 SPRAY:

• Helps regulate Homocysteine levels
• Plays a role in neurological activity
• Increases energy levels
• Improves sleep
• Reduces stress
• Enhances growth and repair of all cells
• Aids in metabolism of carbohydrates and fats
• Improves protein synthesis
• Protects against nerve damage
• Improves immune function
• Increases mental alertness
• No artificial colours, flavours or sweeteners added
• Free from dairy, egg, sugar, corn, yeast, wheat, soy, or glutens
  

Best wishes from me and the rest of my team
Mark G. Lester
Director and Overall Clever Cloggs
The Finchley Clinic
www.thefinchleyclinic.com

First, a quick shout out: We have a nice (though limited stock level) range of products on sale at the moment – especially probiotics – both childen’s and adult products – with up to 50% off.  Why not take a look before they’re gone?

What To Do About High Pollen Levels

“My hayfever is driving me mad and antihistamines make me drowsy. I wish there was something natural I could do…I’d do almost anything to get some relief”.  I remembember one of my patients saying these exact words (or at least this is as close as I can remember) to me around this time of the year, when I was first starting out down this path over two decades ago. 

Fortunately there are quite a few good options available where it comes to food supplements. In this short article I will just mention two of them in order to keep this short. 

1. Quercetin. This is a a bioflavanoid antioxidant particularly knowm for being anti inflammatory (which coincidentally is partly why it was also extremely helpful for Covid sufferers during the pandemic). It is found in apple skin, black tea, onions and a number of other foods. With hay fever it is thought to work by preventing the release of the inflammatory chemical histamine from immune cells called mast cells. Histamine is the molecule involved in allergic symptoms such as sneezing and itching. 

2. Vitamin C –  A small 2013 study with 89 people found that when people with hayfever and summer allergies were given  7.5-gram injections of vitamin C, it led to a significant reduction in histamine. This vindicates my own observations after recommending it to customers and friends, namely that taking high dosages of oral vitamin C helps a lot in reducing hayfever symptoms. The fact that vitamin C has countless other benefits for your immune system is of course an added bonus. However the need to take a high a dosage for hayfever relief is a pain for some people, but if you read on, you’lll see I have a solution to that problem.

Here is a nice little article on Vitamin C and Quercetin for hayfever published in The Daily Mail which more or less says the same thing as what I am saying here. 

Introducing Hist X – Combining Vitamin C and Quercetin in a Liposomal form.

Please note, when current stocks run out, the product name will change to “Liposomal Vitamin C and Quercetin” but the product ingredients are not changing. The labelling will look different too, so to avoid confusion, I am not adding any images to this article.  

Regading HistX and Liposomals in general, I could write an entire book on 

1. Why liposomals are at the cutting edge where it comes to nutritional support (hint: it’s to do with superior absorption) and….

2. Why many, in fact most products being marketed as “liposomal” are being marketed misleadingly (hint: it’s to do with the fact that there is currently no standardisation or specific labelling requirements for liposomal manufacturers). 

3. Debunking the absurd claim that “you can make liposomal nutrients at home” which I have seen many times. This claim is plain rubbish. 

3. How I know our liposomal products are genuinely liposomal

But….I am not going to go there today, as today’s topic is hayfever (and summer allergies). But cutting a long story short, when you take liposomal nutrients, a litttle goes a long way –  much further in fact than the equivalent non liposomal form of the nutrient. This is basically because the absorption is vastly higher than with regular supplements, which easily justifies their relatively high cost. 

So in short if you’re suffering with hayfever or summer asthma, try HistX. As for the dosage, the label dose (1 tsp once or twice per day) may be sufficient, especially given the superior bioavailability of liposomal products. But personally, and despite that, I recommend taking two or better still, three times the label dosage, especially if you are one of the 95% of people who only start using products when they are already in trouble with their symptoms, and as a result are requiring as fast a result as possible. In other words, I would take two teaspoons (one tablespoon) two or three times per day, whilst the pollen count is high. Try it, and let us know how you get on.

Is there something else I can do?

Yes. I am not saying everyone needs to do this, as for some people HistX will be enough to get the job done. But if you want to go “the whole hog” try our Hay fever ‘Get Your Sanity Back’ Kit, which combines HistX with two additional products – Lung Cleanse and Oxylift. I know that using a whole kit is pricey compared with shoving harmful and toxic (but cheap) antihistamines down your throat. But this is so much more compatible with your general wellness than using pharmaceutical products, that I think the cost is justified. 

Stay Well!

Best wishes

Mark Lester
Director / General Clever Cloggs
The Finchley Clinic
www.thefinchleyclinic.com

The Hay Fever ‘Get Your Sanity Back’ Kit

This kit consists of Lung Health (formerly Allertrex), Oxylift, and Liposomal Quercetin and Vitamin C (HistX) – Combines the three products described below with a 10% discount when purchased together for a cumulative effect. Although this would be the subject an entirely different newsletter, it’s worth being aware that this kit above can help with all respiratory and viral disease, and inflammation throughout the body, whether it gives rise to hay fever or any other inflammatory challenge. So it’s not ‘just for hay fever’

Notes:

– The branding of Liposomal Quercetin and Vitamin C (HistX) may vary, as Lipolife product labels are currently in the process being given a new look. The same for Lung Health / Allertrex. However the products will be the same whether they have the old or the new label. 
– We think it is better to take Oxylift a couple of hours (or more) away from Vitamin C supplements for best results. 

Use this link for the kit, or the links below to purchase the individual components. 

Here is a bit more about its individual components

1. Lung Health – a dedicated botanical for allergies and breathing difficulties.

Originally marketed as AllerTrex, and just recently renamed “Lung Health”, this supplement is brought to you by Global Healing (GH). It is a blend of powerful botanical ingredients and essential oils that support normal function and cleansing of the lungs, sinuses and respiratory tract. Contains 1 fluid oz. The suppliers web site has over 400 reviews for this product, and we will re-publish a few of them here (based on the old name, as it has only just been changed). 

Doc said I have emphysema. He said “not really bad” when I asked how bad is it? After long time chronic bronchitis, 3 rounds all different antibiotics, followed by 30 days of another, miraculously I found this. This product, along with a Himalayan salt pipe, almost all wheezing and congestion is gone. Amazing. I have been sick for over 3 years. I almost feel brand new. Won’t be without this product…get it now if you want to enjoy getting off inhalants. Amazing stuff. Thank you. I am 73.

My 3 year old daughter was given Albuterol Sulfate in two different forms by her doctor to stop wheezing. Each time my daughter would have a terrible skin rash or act out of control behaviorally only for the wheezing to return. I discontinued the Albuteral Sulfate and began my search for something natural that would strengthen her lungs. I found “Allertrex”! The name was very catchy. I called to inquire if the product was safe for my child and to my surprise a very nice man answered the phone and addressed my concerns beyond my expectations. Within a few days I received my order of  Allertrex and gave it to my daughter as directed on the bottle. After only two doses, NO MORE WHEEZING, even while she slept! She also likes the taste.

It may sound contradictory to say that I’m health conscious and in the same breath, say that I smoke, but that’s life. Most of us are guilty of some habit or another that isn’t healthy. I quit smoking for several months more than once and missed it and started back. The last time I started smoking again, I said I would only smoke organic tobacco and that’s what I’ve done – about 10 a day is all I want. I started using AllerTrex in the hopes of counteracting the smoking. I am pleased to say that my lungs work fine and I do not have a “smoker’s cough”. I work out and also walk and my lung capacity has greatly improved since I started smoking organic cigarettes and using AllerTrex regularly. I’ll keep using it and I intend to keep smoking too!

More information here

2. Oxylift

How can Oxylift help hay fever and asthma?

It’s simple really. When the mucous membranes in our noses our noses, throats, ears and lungs are properly oxygenated, they are better able to operate effectively and healthily. As a result of this, they are less susceptible to inflammation and discharge. For some people, Oxylift also has a decongesting effect and so even if you are totally clogged up, it may provide relief from the discomfort of hay fever and asthma.

It’s not all good news though, as some people need to take much higher than the label dosage for relief. So if the 7 drops 3 x per day recommended on the label isnt working, we suggested going up to 3 x the label dosage and seeing whether that works. 

A customer testimonial on hay fever 

I wouldn’t want to be without this product! I’ve been taking it for a few years now and to be honest I can’t remember what prompted me to start, but one very noticable effect was that my grey hair went back to its original colour! I can only imagine all the other benefits if it does that! Seriously, I have good energy levels, my hay fever has gone, I very rarely get colds and when I do I up the dose and it goes quickly. Because of my lifestyle, I tend most days to just take it in the morning. I think I had in my head that you should take it on an empty stomach, which is a challenge, but I think that may be wrong so I’m going to try for three times a day, I just have to remember to take it with me when I’m out!

And here is another one

Have been taking this supplement for a number of years. Has helped my asthma symptoms, reduce severity of allergies and hayfever, given me more energy. It tastes lovely and hardly notice the flavour mixed in a glass of water. Not had any adverse effects especially since I have a sensitive stomach and normally react to many products.Would definitely recommend.

We receive many reports from customers on how they have been helped not just with hayfever but with other problems connected with some kind of congestion. A poignant example concerns one lady who phoned us and related a quite remarkable story concerning how her husband had been “cured” of sleep apnea. (We put the word “cured” in inverted commas as we do think our products “cure” anything. We believe they enhance health rather than “cure” disease).

3. Liposomal Vitamin C and Quercetin (Hist X)

Please note, the branding of this product may vary, as Lipolife product labels are currently being given a new look.

Combining Vitamin C and Quercetin in a liposomal form, ensures almost perfect absorption as a result of the unique and industry leading liposomal process discussed in previous newsletters. Try the label dosage, and if that doesn’t work, again you can try 2-4 x the label dosage when the pollen count is high and see whether that helps.  

Vitamin C and allergies

Vitamin C can be very useful for relieving hay fever. This is because of its anti inflammatory properties (yes, Vitamin C is not just for boosting the immune system when you have a cold or flu). But it usually needs to be taken in quite high dosages to relieve allergies – a friend of mine finds that 10-15g per day works for him. In the Liposomal Form you don’t usually need as much to accomplish the same thing but as I mentioned above you can take more if necessary. A few times per day can be useful when Hayfever symptoms are bad. 

Quercetin and allergies

Quercetin is a an antioxidant particularly known for being highly anti inflammatory. It is found in apple skin, black tea, onions and a number of other foods. With hay fever it is thought to work by preventing the release of the inflammatory chemical histamine from immune cells called mast cells. Histamine is the molecule involved in allergic symptoms such as sneezing and itching. 

When I was writing the previous incarnation of this email (written May 2019), I found a nice little article on Vitamin C and Quercetin for hay fever in The Daily Mail which extols the benefits of taking the two nutrients together. 

Other products that can help with Hay fever

 MSM capsules or MSM Powder (nutritional sulphur), hay fever and allergies

Renowned nutritionist Patrick Holford states that “MSM has so many benefits for allergy sufferers that it’s hard to know where to start”. 

Stanley Jacob, M.D.,  in his book “The Miracle of MSM”

I have seen hundreds of allergy cases clear up with MSM, including my own. Years ago, I experienced the typical miseries of a seasonal grass-pollen allergy. From mid-April to mid-July, I required the usual antihistamine relief. In those days, the antihistamine medications often created a side effect of drowsiness. Today, they are less likely to do that. But way back then, it was a price you paid for relief. If I didn’t take medication, my eyes burned, my nose ran, and I developed nasal congestion, making it difficult to breath through my nose. Often the symptoms would persist throughout the day.

I started taking MSM more than twenty years ago, and it relieved my problem entirely. No eye irritation. No runny nose. No congestion. No problem at all through allergy season. I have continued to take MSM for all these years and have not had to resort to an antihistamine even once.

My son Stephen, who is now 46, developed severe pollen allergies about ten years ago at just about the same age that I did. His hayfever came on so strong that he had to take time off from work. Stephen had constant sneezing. His eyes reacted terribly. When this happened, I recommended he start taking MSM.

Stephen says the following about his experience with MSM: “I took about a gram. Within a few days there was a marked decrease in severity, and my condition continued to get better, although I was never completely free of symptoms. After that I started taking MSM every year from the middle of May through July. I could basically control the symptoms although sometimes the pollen was so bad that I had severe attacks and couldn’t work.

“In time I learned that if I started taking the supplement well before the start of allergy season and also doubled the dosage I could get even better control. I now have about 65 percent relief, I would say. Even this past season, which was extremely dry in Portland, I did quite well. I haven’t had to take any time off from work for about four years thanks to MSM. I know I would do even better if I increased the dosage but when I do I get some intestinal reaction. My father and a lot of other people I know can take much more than I can. That’s just my particular comfort zone.”

For some individuals, 1 or 2 grams twice daily may be enough to bring pollen allergy symptoms under control. Others may require 3 or 4 grams twice daily. In general, relief is usually obtained within a range of 2 to 8 grams a day. Always start with a lower amount of MSM, and increase your dosage slowly to avoid the possibility of gastrointestinal discomfort. Should you develop any discomfort, such as increased or loose stools, just reduce the dosage.

For the common pollen variety of allergy you may not need a very high dosage. In some resistant cases, you may have to double the dose, and even double it again. Do this slowly. When you reach the effective level, you will notice rapid relief of allergic symptoms.

I have often been asked the question, “What if I keep increasing the dosage and the allergic symptoms don’t go away?” My answer is always the same: “Nobody bats a thousand.” It just doesn’t work for every person. But it works for many. In pollen allergies it works for most.

For best results, take the MSM in divided doses during the day. My recommendation is to take your doses in the morning and early evening. The evening dose is important because pollen tends to accumulate in the nasal passages at night and thus upon awakening you experience sneezing, coughing, and burning eyes. MSM taken in the evening will often prevent this from happening. But don’t take it too late. It may give you energy and keep you awake.

The following chapter of the same book is devoted to MSM and relief of asthma. Whilst we do not have space to quote at length in this article, suffice it to say that Dr Jacob’s maintains that MSM brings wonderful relief for this related condition too.

Probiotics and hay fever

One fifth of the population are allergic to birch tree pollen¹. OptiBac Probiotics For Daily Wellbeing Extra Strength contains L. acidophilus NCFM® and B. lactis Bi-04. A recent clinical trial² has shown that this specific probiotic combination reduced the symptoms of nasal irritation in birch tree pollen sufferers. Don’t suffer this spring, get yours now!

Each capsule provides 20 billion live probiotics.

This product may also help those with a severe imbalance of good and bad bacteria in intestines for example: –

• Those on long term antibiotics
• Those who suffer from conditions such as IBS, or IBD (eg. Crohn’s Disease)
• People with skin conditions such as eczema or acne
• People with busy lifestyles 

Curcumin – Up to 70% relief?

A 2016 article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology conducted a human trial of the effects of curcumin on a group of 241 subjects who received either oral curcumin or placebo over the course of two months.

The researchers used nasal symptoms and airflow resistance (to measure how much air was moving through the nostrils) to determine the therapeutic effect of the curcumin. At the end of the study, those subjects who received the curcumin showed reduced signs of sneezing and runny nose, as well as less nasal congestion.These symptoms were reduced by approximately 70 percent and persisted after the trial had finished³.

Diet

Milk products and alcohol should be strictly avoided if you are a hay fever or asthma sufferer. Avoiding wheat often helps too as does avoiding smoking. Drinking lots of plain, pure / filtered water also tremendously helps summer allergies.

With sneeze free and unwatery eyed best wishes
Mark G. Lester
Director – The Finchley Clinioc Ltd
www.thefinchleyclinic.com

1. University of Worcester, National Pollen & Aerobiology Research Unit
2. Ouewhand, A.C et al. (2009) Specific probiotics alleviate allergic rhinitis during the birch pollen season. World Journal of Gastronenterol; Vol. 15 pp.3261 -3268
3. Wu S, Xiao D. Effect of curcumin on nasal symptoms and airflow in patients with perennial allergic rhinitis. Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology 2016 Dec;117(6) 697-702. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1081120616310547

Oxylift is based on the water splitting technology developed by scientist Everett Storey, who after being involved in the development of the nuclear bomb in the 1940’s, turned his skills to healing, rather than killing people. Sounds like something out of James Bond, and possibly even hard to believe but Oxylift, Oxygen Elements Max (and a couple of rival brands that are out there which we don’t provide), are nonetheless derived from this work. Storey’s idea, was to separate the hydrogen from the oxygen found in water (H₂0), which then left a residue of increased oxygen and biological hydrogen which the body could use for its benefit.  Of the two similar products we sell, I believe that Oxygen Elements Max is slightly stronger but it has two drawbacks. The is that it’s not vegetarian (the amino acids are the bit that is not vegetarian), the second being that it contains a small amount of preservative (potassium sorbate). Also, in my opinion Oxylift has a nicer taste. So although I definitely do not state that Oxylift is the better product (I think that individual results vary), I can say that it’s the one I usually use. 

Below are our most recent customer reviews for the product. See what you think, and if you decide to try it, let us know how you get on. 

Milena D ★★★★★

I was taking OxyLift nearly 4 years ago in winter to fight the flu. After 4 months I felt like I developed some heart palpitations. So I stopped it. I was taking 3 times a day 10 drops. And I forgot about it. When last year I had the modern virus and it wasn’t easy for me to recover, I remembered OxyLift. I decided to give it another chance. And here I am now, taking it for about 40 days and I feel good. I gradually increased the dose and I am taking 2 times 10 drops, usually morning on an empty stomach and some time 2 hours after lunch. So far no side effects and I manage to stay safe from respiratory problems, which was my main problem. I definitely will keep taking this product at least for 3 months before having a break for the summer.

Annie W ★★★★★

Very good product. Really helps keep my oxygen levels up and helps my breathing, particularly in these colder days. I only use a couple of drops in a glass of water that I sip throughout the day and it really helps me. I would definitely recommend this product.

Alex C ★★★★

I have been taking 14 drops of oxylift a day for about 18 months now. Initially I bought it at someone’s recommendation for an alopecia problem. While I don’t think it had any noticeable impact on the alopecia*, since taking it I no longer suffer from 3 to 4 monthly bouts of oral candida, have noticed that my joints no longer ache in the morning & I’ve only had one cold. I also sleep soundly every night & never seem to run out of energy. I can’t say that all these benefits are due to oxylift as I was pretty healthy before trying it. However, I’m sure that it has helped rid me of the oral candida. I reckon that I took it for a month or so before my general well-being improved.

* Comment by us: We usually recommend people to take Oxylift with Silica Plus to help with hair loss and alopecia. In most cases, Oxylift won’t be enough by itself. 

Peter S ★★★★★

I had been trying to decide for myself which of these was the better product (Oxygen Elements Max versus Oxylift). This combination package has given me the opportunity to take one in the morning and the other in the afternoon. The bottles are the same size, the recommended dosages are basically the same and it may all come down to aperture size, but the Oxygen Elements Max seems to last significantly longer. I like both products and still cannot define which is actually better for me just by trying to pay attention to my body. Peter Stewart

Tony W ★★★★★

I have taken the full dosage of 7 drops almost from the time I began using Oxylift and didn’t have any issues ‘acclimatising’ to it. I consider it to be very effective if taken consistently rather than sporadically. It is probably too expensive for most people to take on a permanent or continuous basis, but a minimum twice daily dose for a course of one or two bottles will likely be beneficial for those experiencing (or susceptible to) infections and stress-related illnesses, as it has been for me in recent months.

Aalia A ★★★★

When i started taking this I had such bad die off symptoms! I had no energy, couldn’t do much and was tired most of the time. Because i have an underactive thyroid which means I get tired sometimes, at first I didn’t realise that it could be the drops but the tiredness carried on for days so I knew it was something else. This soon passed after a week and I felt like I had a spurt of energy. I have candida, so I’m guessing this is what caused the die off symptoms. (If this happens to you then I would suggest to lower the dosage).

I have just ran out again, and am ordering my 3rd bottle as I really feel like it helps to keep my candida in check, as well as now taking other candida products from the finchley clinic.

I take the drops in water and don’t find it has a taste to it. I would recommend this for everyone, especially if you have candida.

Laura D ★★★★★

I took 8 drops daily for about 7 months and noticed that a verruca and wart I’d had for several years gradually reduced in size until they were no longer present. So this product did seem to act against the virus causing the verruca and wart.

I recovered from a flu-like infection faster than I’d otherwise expect, when I took a larger dose of the product, e.g. 10 drops twice a day to tackle illness.

This product also seems like a good general ‘tonic’ to help maintain energy levels and positive mood.

I found the product entirely safe to use – no ‘die off’ symptoms on first taking it, for example, and no negative effects.

Diana J

★★★★★ I took OxyLift because I had a cold and I read a review of yours; Oxylift could halt the symptoms or lesson them. It worked! One satisfied customer, would definitely buy it again. Thank you.

Veronica W

★★★★★ I took this every day when I had THE virus, which I am sure helped me survive it, despite being in my late 70’s with a few other conditions

Graham W

★★★★★ I feel it is helpful and certainly keeps me fit after major surgery some years ago.

Caroline S

★★★★★ I love this product! I have had asthma since school age and thanks to taking oxygen elements max regularly plus magnesium, I no longer need my inhalers. In fact I haven’t needed the doctor even in 2 years! Super find!

Sally D ★★★★★

I take the maintenance dose daily for immunity but also find it helpful to take a higher dose when I have any health issues. I usually feel a benefit. It helps me to sleep as well.

Daisy D ★★★★★

I love this product and have reordered it several times. I first took it when I was 9 weeks into a bad bout of Covid 19 last Spring and seemingly unable to make much progress getting better. I took 10 or so drops at a time twice a day and had a very pronounced upcurve in my recovery immediately. I’ve used it on and off (mostly on) though this whole year (just one set of 10 drops in the morning) and if I feel any kind of illness coming on I up my dose and it appears to ward it off really quickly. I love it and am so happy with the difference it made in my recovery

Helen L ★★★★★

I started taking just a couple of drops of oxygen elements max per day & gradually built up to 7 drops per day which is less than the recommended dose but I noticed an increase in my energy levels after about a week. I had been feeling fatigued but I rarely feel like this now. It is expensive but,for me, it’s worth it.

JANE G ★★★★★

I’ve tried both Oxygen products now, but prefer this to the other. Really difficult to justify why, just a preference really. Both have proved excellent for kicking colds into touch. I don’t take this on a regular basis, but at the first sign of a cold I go for it. Even my husband swears by it – and he’s not easily convinced about such things. It’s a product I will always keep handy – works for us.

Gloria B ★★★★★

Took as per directions 7 drops 3 times a day. Increased when I was feeling a bit chestey to 10 drops . Felt better next day went back to maintenance dose. Great product for me.

Beatrice O ★★★★★

I bought the duo – Oxygen Elements Max and Oxylift several times in the last 6 weeks as I kept giving them out to friends who were ill. I’ve recommended the products to several people. They are both good.

I take 7 -10 drops in water daily. If I sense cold/flu coming, I take it 2- 3 times (increase it to 30 drops) and I’ve also added lemon in order to boost my immunity. For me, this is a ‘must-have’ particularly at the current time.

Fiona C ★★★★

I am a Naturopathic Nutritional Therapist and Colon Hydrotherapist. I have a very sensitive system which responds fast and it is always very evident within a day whether a product suits me. I decided to try Oxylift as a protective mechanism, alongside other immune boosting products, to fight against COVID. I have taken 1 drop daily in half a glass of water for two weeks and have noticed increased energy and clearer breathing. 

* Comment from us: In most cases 1 drop per day, will not be enough to have any effect. We think this case is very unusual.

What I have noticed in addition is that Oxylift is causing me to urinate more frequently with almost a slight pressure on the bladder. I am hoping that this symptom will ease with time as I can see that this product is an important part of my anti-covid toolkit. On one occasion I took two drops in a day and this caused my face to flush and my sleep pattern was disrupted, so I will hold back on increasing the dosage.

* Another very unusual reaction, and we have not had anyone else report this. We are publishing this review anyway, as we think people should be able to read all views, experiences etc. 

I am 65 and as I have not taken any medication (only homeopathy and nutritional supplements) since I was 18, I always take a quarter of a suggested dose of any product. In my view, those who treat themselves alternatively will know their body and take the appropriate dosage of Oxylift. I will be recommending it to my clients.

Grace C

★★★★★ This is a must have for me. A great immune boost. Clears any ‘murkiness’ you may feel and blasts the cells with energy. My head feels clearer, ready to start the day!

Hilary M ★★★★★

This stuff is brilliant..really helps whenever I feel an infection coming on.

Anya L ★★★★★

Thought I’d give this a try as the reviews were so good and I wasn’t disappointed. I only take it twice a day, 7 drops in a glass of water. I would say I seem to have more energy throughout the day, there’s a noticeable difference.

Susan R ★★★★★

I started a low dose of 3 drops per day of Oxylift, as I have an autoimmune disorder and am very cautious when trying new products. I am now taking 10 drops daily in water. I spread the dose through the day. My concern was swollen feet and fingers. I had previously taken another brand of capsules, with some of the same ingredients as Oxylift, with some effect. Results from Oxylift have bee very good with a marked reduction in swelling and puffiness. It is easy to take and , for me, very effective. The price is competitive and ordering/delivery easy.

Needless to say, I will be ordering more and have already recommended it to 2 friends. Thank you Finchley Clinic.

Boaz S ★★★★★

One of the best cellfood type products out there. I used it for a few years, helping me a lot with to reduce my inhaler almost to not needed at all. Recommended.

Susan N ★★★★★

I would not be without an oxygen supplement! I have used a liquid oxygen for many years. I changed from Oxylift to Oxygen Elements Max because of the fulvic acid and just to see if there was a difference. I’m not sure I noticed a difference. I tend to take just one dose of about 15 drops each morning and think I’ll take more later but rarely remember! When I first started taking oxygen my hair colour returned (grey went away!) so I presumed lots of other good things must be happening!!

Sally D ★★★★★

I have only been taking oxylift for a few weeks mainly to help immunity so results are hoped for but unknown. So far taking 3 drops twice a day and sometimes during the night of as I’ve noticed it alleviates symptoms of liver qi stagnation (Chinese medicine) and I can then relax and go back to sleep. It has an almost immediate effect on deepening my breathing. Very interesting. Thank you.

Lyndon D ★★★★★

OxyLift is a great product. It gives extra energy to the system. I would recommend it.

Helen V ★★★★★

I have had remarkable results with this alongside MSM 1000mg capsules. These drops 3 x a day and 3 MSM capsules taken with a vitamin C supplement. I’m an asthma COPD sufferer and this seems to oxygenate my body as well which gives me much more energy. As far as I’m concerned it’s a product for life. Amazing

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You can find Oxylift here, and the very similar Oxygen Elements Max here, and you can purchase both of them, with a discount, in order to compare them here

Best wishes

Mark G. Lester
Director
The Finchley Clinic
www.thefinchleyclinic.com

PS Check out the web site of my sister organisation www.healthfusionclinic.com, where we do Vitamin IV’s, Colonic Irrigation, Far Infrared Sauna, Pulsed Electro-Magnetic Field Therapy (PEMF), and all sorts of other cutting edge natural / non invasive / detox treatments. If you live in London or Hertfordshire, you can also pick most of our more popular products from there too if it’s urgent and you can’t wait. 

Call it cold and flu, call it COVID, in the naturopathic world, it doesn’t really matter what virus it is, as they are all treated in much the same way. Fruit and vegetable juice fasting is tremendously helpful but here are a few of my favourite supplements, that can make an incredible difference.

1. Oxygen Elements Max OR Oxylift.

I find that on the very rare occasions that I think something is coming on, one of these very similar products alone (even though I am going to make some other suggestions), will stop a cold or flu in its tracks if I take a super high dosage almost straight away. Sorry to repeat myself, but this is what I wrote the last time I discussed this (last year)….

I went to bed last night (Friday 4th December) feeling unusually tired, but didn’t think much of it. At about 3am I woke up for my usual mid sleep pee, with a horrible headache, aching limbs, cold, and just feeling rubbish generally. Typical cold or oncoming flu symptoms – except I almost never get colds and flu any more, which I attribute to all the health supplements I take that keep my immune system fairly strong. It wasn’t altogether surprising that I was coming down with something, as life has been stressful recently for reasons I won’t go into here, and aside from the supplements, I hadn’t been taking as much care with healthy eating as I should. Anyhow, here’s what I did about it: –

I took the advice that I typically give customers and took 30 drops of Oxylift (that’s over 4 times more than the label dosage, which suggests taking 7 drops 3 x per day) in a 1/4 glass of water, and added a squeeze of lemon for extra alkalising effect. Note: Lemons may be acidic, as is Oxylift, but both are alkalising to the tissues of the body. Note also, I ignored the suggestion on the label to mix in 8 oz of water as I have never found this amount of water to be necessary. 

I went back to bed, and woke up again 3-4 hours later, feeling about 50% better. So I got up and repeated the process. By 10am, I was better still, though still not right, so I took another 30 drops with a little lemon juice. By now I felt well enough to make a hearty vegetable soup for an early lunch, knowing that my body would want cleansing and warming foods today. By 1am, I felt virtually normal, though perhaps a little weak, and went for a walk as it was a nice crisp if cold day. I could have combined Oxylift with any of the viral management herbal products we provide, but I’m already taking the best part of 20 supplements, including the obvious ones for preventing viremia, like Vitamin C, Zinc and Vitamin D. Besides which I knew that Oxylift was probably going to help a lot. Those of you who follow my newsletters, will know this as I have talked about it quite often in the past. 

Taking 3 lots of 30 drops (plus a fourth lot this afternoon for good measure) worked very well for me, and I will continue to take this super high dosage until I am confident I’m out of the woods – I’m guessing maybe a couple of days.

Would everyone respond as fast as me?  Perhaps not, because I take so many other things that for the most part keep my immune system strong. But I have no doubt that Oxylift, or its sister product Oxygen Elements Max does tremendously help to get rid of colds and flu far quicker than you would otherwise eliminate them, having tested this on myself a few times now. By the way, I think Oxygen Elements Max is stronger than Oxylift , but personally I take Oxylift anyway because it’s vegan and Oxygen Elements Max is not, and because trivial as it may be, I think it tastes better. 

Here are the results of some tests done on Oxylift by an independent laboratory on a range of microbial pathogens around the time that the product was launched which was passed on to me privately. I have not been given express permission to re-publish it, but on the other hand I have never been told not to republish it either. Make up your own mind what you think. These test results have not been published in any medical journal, and they results in vitro (in a lab), rather than in vivo (in a human body), but all I can say is that it works for me if I feel I am coming down with something. 

2. Antiviral herbs for cold and flu – some of my top choices

Please note, these differ from orthodox medicines, not just because they come from a botanical all-natural source, but because they are also good for overall health.

(i) Pau D’arco – A herb rich in quinines (chiefly Lapachol and Beta-lapachone). Those of you who have heard about the orthodox drug hydroxychloroquine will appreciate the significance of quinine in relation to one famous virus. As well as being used for management of viremia, it has also been shown to exhibit anti fungal activity against 11 strains of yeast and fungi. 

(ii) Quina – another Amazonian herb rich in quinines (hence the name), which can be used for all forms of viremia

(iii) Quercetin (liposomal) or Quercetin Complex. Dr Vladimir Zelenko states this can be used as an alternative or replacement for Hyoxychloroquine, with equally good results. Note, it needs to be taken with Zinc for best results, and ideally Vitamin C (which is already found in the one in the link above). It is described 6 minutes and 20 seconds into this video. by Dr Zelenko, though he refers to quercetin as a “drug” but actually it’s a nutraceutical – an antioxidant from the flavanoid family found in many fruits and vegetables. 

(iv) Cat’s Claw – Also known as Una De Gato, and in one form (which we have now replaced), Samento. Probably the best known single herb we provide for all microbial concerns, though it has countless other uses. Entire books have been written on this herb, yet almost everything I’d like to say about is basically illegal. However there is some quite nice information found on YouTube here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dUVi6pj01nE. 

(v) Galangal Formula – designed to be an all purpose polyherbal antiviral. Being an artisan product, it doesn’t have a pretty label like most of our products, but our developer knows what he’s doing. It can be further supported with Camu Formula (for immune support) The product developer explains the background (along with the rest of this range) of these two products as follows…

“These formulae have been developed because we were dissatisfied with currently available products. Using our test system (Vega Biokinesiology), we find that single herbs “power score” (a measure of efficacy) 5-20, currently available herbal formulae power score 15-30, and our formulae power score 35-50. We therefore believe that our formulae are up to three times more effective than existing herbal formulae. The herbs used in our formulae have been selected purely empirically, without recourse to the literature. For each formula we screen hundreds of herbs and then having made the initial choice we test for antagonism, synergism, allergenicity and tolerability before we decide on the final selection. In all we conduct around three thousand separate tests for each formula. Clinical experience has quickly confirmed the validity of our system and we now have numerous testimonials and case-histories to demonstrate the efficacy and safety of our range. Perhaps the most worthwhile result yet was a lady who was genuinely suicidal who repeatedly and joyously rang her practitioner to tell her that the CTX8 (now Wild Endive Formula) that she had been prescribed had literally saved her life by lifting her depression so quickly.”

(vi) Olive Leaf Extract. 

From the highly recommended book “Olive Leaf Extract….Potent Antibacterial, Antiviral, Antifungal Agent” by Jack Richardson. ISBN 1 86512 095 5.

The following is a summarised list of this potent botanical’s apparent health benefits:

• Effective inhibition and prevention of infection by wide range of pathological microbes, including viruses, bacteria, retroviruses, fungi, parasites, yeasts, and moulds.
• The enhancement of elasticity of arteries, which improves blood flow, reduces high blood pressure, and prevents the progression of other forms of heart disease.
• The relief of inflammation related to arthritis, especially rheumatoid arthritis.
• Improvement in symptoms of chronic fatigue syndrome and related disorders.
• Ability to fight free radical production.
• Prevention and treatment of many types of viral infections, including the herpes viruses, most influenza and common cold viruses, Epstein-Barr viruses, the HIV virus, the cytomegalovirus, and others.
• Eradication of candidiasis and associated yeast syndromes.
• Effective eradication of a variety of parasites, from microscopic protozoa to intestinal worms.
• Enhancement of energy production in the body.
• Relief from toothaches, painful haemorrhoids, athlete’s foot, mycotic nails, and various other annoying conditions.

There is a lot more to learn in the book about the various problems it is said to help (such as chronic fatigue). But amongst other things, it states that olive leaf extract “has been shown to be effective against candida albicans, candida krusei, oral candidiasis, vaginitis (thush) yeast syndrome,giardia, pinwroms, tapeworms, ringworm, protozoa and many others. Besides the clinic research that demonstrates that olive leaf extract is effective against fungal and yeast infections, there is a wealth of data from personal case histories of individuals using it for similar purposes”. 

There are a lot of Olive Leaf Extract products out there, with varying qualities. But trust us, our one is the best one you will find. As one customer kindly wrote...”A truly brilliant product. I was so ill with what the doctors concluded was Fibromyalgia, that I was struggling to function and work. I read the book by Morton Walker, and at the time you were one of the few companies that stocked the product and it was life changing.I have tried other brands when you have been out of stock, but I found them to be ineffective in comparison.My mother has also taken it on my strong recommendation for the past 5 years.  She is 82, fit as a fiddle and as active as someone half her age.”

(vii) Oregano Oil – This was the main subject of my previous newsletter, so I won’t repeat myself. 

Nutrients

Vitamin C, Zinc and Selenium are the obvious ones here. And of course it’s almost criminal not to take Vitamin D, especially during the winter. I have covered this in countless previous newsletters. Most poingnantly in my article entitled COVID19: AND THEY HAVE THE CHEEK TO ACCUSE US AS BEING THE ONE’S SPREADING “MISINFORMATION!”

How not to treat a virus?

The two headlines below explain what happens when your medical model is to try to fight illness rather than to promote wellness. The date of the first article is 30th August 2021. The second article was published on October 21st 2021.  The illness will be defeated. But not as a result of what in my view all rational evidence suggests is a foolish and counter-productive philosophy and methodology, but in spite of it. 

Wishing Everyone a Virus Free Autumn
Mark G Lester
Director 
The Finchley Clinic Ltd
www.thefinchleyclinic.com

Please note: This oregano oil is too strong to be taken on an empty stomach, because of the addition of cayenne oil, which activates the product, and makes it much stronger than ‘regular’ Oregano Oil. It’s made even stronger by the presence of Peppermint Oil and Olive Oil, all of which are antiviral / anticandidal (especially the Cayenne). If you want to buy a ‘regular’, less aggressive Oregano Oil, which does not have any other ingredients and is gentler (and yes, I am afraid to say weaker), but more suitable for sensitive individuals, please purchase this one instead from another one of our suppliers. 

Important Benefits of Oregano Oil

• Stong Antifungal
• Strong Antiviral**
• Strong Antibacterial
• Good for small intestine bacterial overgrowth, dysbiosis and candida
• A powerful cleanser of the sinuses

** Please consider combining with ‘obvious’ natural antivirals like Vitamin C, Zinc and Selenium if being used for viral management. 

What are the Top 3 Questions People Ask About Oregano Oil?

1. Does oregano oil work the same way as Echinacea? No, oil of oregano is naturally toxic to harmful organisms and it’s an immune booster. Echinacea is only an immune system stimulant. Echinacea may aid the immune system but will not destroy harmful organisms. Oil of oregano has been laboratory tested and proven to be one of the most effective and safest known agents against harmful organisms.
2. Why is cayenne pepper included in the formula? Cayenne pepper is added to this formula to support the circulatory system.
3. Can I take the oregano oil without using capsules? No, this blend tested at over 80% carvacrol and will burn if swallowed. Empty capsules are included to be used with this potent oregano oil blend.

The following information has been borrowed from the manufacturers blog…

Research on Oregano Oil

Studies have shown its usefulness against Candida albicans, Aspergillus mold, staph, vaginal imbalance, pseudomonas, and listeria. A study from the US Department of Agriculture showed that oregano essential oils presented potent action against Salmonella and E.coli.^[1] Other research holds the same, stating that oregano oil is such a powerful agent that it can be used to preserve food. Studies from the Department of Food Science at the University of Tennessee and the University of the Algarve found that similar results for oregano’s power against pathogenic germs^[2]

A recent study from the Department of Physiology and Biophysics at Georgetown University Medical Center stated the following regarding the role of essential oils for infections:

“New, safe agents are needed to prevent and overcome severe bacterial, viral, and fungal infections. Based on our previous experience and that of others, we postulated that herbal essential oils, such as those of origanum (oregano oil)…offer such possibilities.”^[3]

In an article published by Science Daily, oil of oregano was found to be effective in killing Staphylococcus bacteria.^[4]

Another study published in the journal, Experimental and Toxicologic Pathology found that oregano oil could lower the negative effects of induced colitis in rats and opens the door to new ideas about its benefit to the colon and liver.

More Health Benefits of Oregano Oil

• Resistant to redness and swelling
• Might help relieve congestion
• Supports regular menstruation and reduces the effects of menopause
• Calms sensitivities to environmental irritants
• Potent antioxidant capacity – through neutralizing free-radicals, oregano oil slows the process of cellular deterioration, thus slowing the process of aging
• Rosmarinic acid, a component of oil of oregano, is an antihistamine, and a more powerful antioxidant than vitamin E
• Promotes digestion by stimulating the flow of bile in the digestive organs
• Supports normal fungal balance

Action Against Harmful Organisms

A recent study on the activity of multiple essential oils against harmful organisms found that both oregano and thyme oils showed the strongest activity.

Oregano oil might help discourage the growth of enteric organisms^[5]. A 6-weeks study on individuals with organisms found that supplementation with 600 mg of oregano oil daily led to a complete disappearance of the harmful organisms. It may also protect us against a wide variety of infiltration within the body, as well as the physical environment. This includes round worms, tapeworms, bed bugs, lice, fleas, and mosquitoes.

Which Oregano Oil Is the Best?

When researching oil of oregano products to buy, be sure to look at the amount of Carvacrol it contains, and also try to buy organic when possible. Our one contains the highest amount of Carvacrol I have come across, it’s organic, and is tremendously further activated with the other ingredients described below. Suffice it to say it’s the most powerful one there is. This is why some people need to start on a low dosage (for example 2 drops twice per day), and for a few more sensitive individuals, it’s too strong, and if you are one of these people you would be better off with this one instead. 

Ingredients

• Organic Mediterranean Oregano Oil
  Known as nature’s potent cleanser, organic Mediterranean oregano is toxic to harmful organisms and rich in many minerals including calcium, magnesium, zinc, iron, potassium, copper, boron, and manganese as well as vitamins C and A (beta carotene) and niacin.
• Organic Extra Virgin Cold-Pressed Olive Oil
  Olive oil contains many of the health benefits of olives, including antioxidants, monounsaturated fat, and good fatty acids.
• Organic Peppermint Oil
  Although peppermint is often identified by its crisp, refreshing flavor, research shows that extracts of peppermint are resistant to fungus.
• Cayenne Oil (250,000 Scoville Heat Units)
  Cayenne pepper has many, many health benefits. It’s high in antioxidants, it’s toxic to harmful organisms, and it helps to cleanse the body.

Should anyone avoid taking this product?

Yes, we would say it is not advisable if pregnant, planning pregnancy, breast-feeding, or in cases of colitis, gastritis, or stomach or intestinal ulcers. Not recommended for children either as its too strong. 

Buy Oregano Oil here

References (5)

1. Elgayyar M, Draughon F.A., Golden D.A., Mount J.R. Antimicrobial Activity of Essential Oils from Plants against Selected Pathogenic and Saprophytic Microorganisms. Journal of Food Protection. 2001 July 7. Volume 64, Number 7, pp. 1019-1024(6)
2. Faleiro L, Miguel G, Gomes S, Costa L, Venâncio F, Teixeira A, Figueiredo AC, Barroso JG, Pedro LG. Antibacterial and antioxidant activities of essential oils isolated from Thymbra capitata L. (Cav.) andOriganum vulgare L. J Agric Food Chem. 2005 Oct 19;53(21):8162-8.
3. www.p-73.com/pdf/staphresearch.pdf
4. Georgetown University Medical Center. Oregano Oil May Protect Against Drug-Resistant Bacteria, Georgetown Researcher Finds. ScienceDaily. 2001 October 11.
5. Mark Force, William S. Sparks, Robert A. Ronzio. Inhibition of enteric parasites by emulsified oil of oregano in vivo. Phytotherapy Research. 200 May 11. vol.14 issue3 DOI: 10.1002/(SICI)1099-1573(200005)14:3<213::AID-PTR583>3.0.CO;2-U.

Best Wishes
Mark G. Lester
Director  / Owner / Overall Clever Cloggs
The Finchley Clinic
www.thefinchleyclinic.com

I’ll get to the 10% off kit in a moment. First of all, here is a list of products that can be very helpful where it comes to hay fever, respiratory health, and allergies. 

1. Allertrex – a dedicated botanical for allergies and breathing difficulties.

AllerTrex™ is brought to you by Global Healing (GH). It is a blend of powerful botanical ingredients and essential oils that support normal function and cleansing of the lungs, sinuses and respiratory tract. Contains 1 fluid oz. The suppliers web site has nearly 300 reviews for this product, and we will re-publish a few of them here…

Doc said I have emphysema. He said “not really bad” when I asked how bad is it? After long time chronic bronchitis, 3 rounds all different antibiotics, followed by 30 days of another, miraculously I found this. This product, along with a Himalayan salt pipe, almost all wheezing and congestion is gone. Amazing. I have been sick for over 3 years. I almost feel brand new. Won’t be without this product…get it now if you want to enjoy getting off inhalants. Amazing stuff. Thank you. I am 73.

My 3 year old daughter was given Albuterol Sulfate in two different forms by her doctor to stop wheezing. Each time my daughter would have a terrible skin rash or act out of control behaviorally only for the wheezing to return. I discontinued the Albuteral Sulfate and began my search for something natural that would strengthen her lungs. I found “ALLER TREX”! The name was very catchy. I called to inquire if the product was safe for my child and to my surprise a very nice man answered the phone and addressed my concerns beyond my expectations. Within a few days I received my order of “ALLER TREX” and gave it to my daughter as directed on the bottle. After only two doses, NO MORE WHEEZING, even while she slept! She also likes the taste.

It may sound contradictory to say that I’m health conscious and in the same breath, say that I smoke, but that’s life. Most of us are guilty of some habit or another that isn’t healthy. I quit smoking for several months more than once and missed it and started back. The last time I started smoking again, I said I would only smoke organic tobacco and that’s what I’ve done – about 10 a day is all I want. I started using AllerTrex in the hopes of counteracting the smoking. I am pleased to say that my lungs work fine and I do not have a “smoker’s cough”. I work out and also walk and my lung capacity has greatly improved since I started smoking organic cigarettes and using AllerTrex regularly. I’ll keep using it and I intend to keep smoking too!

More information here

2. Flood Your Body With Oxygen!

How can the oxygen products help hay fever and asthma?

It’s simple really. When the mucous membranes in our noses our noses, throats, ears and lungs are properly oxygenated, they are better able to operate effectively and healthily. As a result of this, they are less susceptible to inflammation and discharge. For some people, products such as Oxygen Elements Max have a decongesting effect and so even if you are totally clogged up, they may provide relief from the discomfort of hay fever and asthma. We receive many reports from customers on how they have been helped. (For the same reasons as given above, they can help with other problems connected with some kind of congestion. A poignant example concerns one lady who phoned and related a quite remarkable story concerning how her husband had been “cured” of sleep apnea. We put the word “cured” in inverted commas as we never claim that any of our products “cure” anything. We believe they enhance health rather than “cure” disease).

It’s not all good news though, as some people need to take much higher than the label dosage for relief. One example of this is provided by the customer review that follows. 

A customer testimonial on hay fever 

This is quite a long read but please bear with me as I want to fully explain how Oxygen Elements Max has effectively ‘cured’ my hay fever.

I’m 42 years old and first came to London in 1989. I had a very bad allergy problem which was diagnosed by a ‘specialist’ as being allergic to the fumes and general urban environment of smoggy/dirty London. He prescribed a steroid spray which did relieve my symptoms and told me I would be on it for life. To make matters worse, every summer I get very bad hay fever attacks. It’s the most miserable time of the year for me, experiencing the usual symptoms…nasal cavities itching like mad, runny eyes, blocked nose and terrible trouble trying to get to sleep at night. I’m an actor and do lots of voice over work for television and radio so it needed to be addressed for professional reasons too. Last February after seeing a nutritionist I was told I suffered from candida. I was put on a strict detox diet, I cut out refined food, starved my body of sugar and basically ate really well. I also took advanced probiotics (and later) supplements from the Finchley Clinic. Then at the end of March I started to notice that people around me were sneezing…but I wasn’t. I kept asking my girlfriend if it was the hay fever season because I wasn’t getting any symptoms. I thought it must be my detox and general healthy eating plan. Then I read your article about the guy who had been taking Oxygen Elements Max  and it had severed his hay fever symptoms. That’s when I realised that I had been taking it too. About two weeks ago I did start to get some symptoms and was a little disappointed thinking it was going to massively kick in again. However I decided to quadruple the Oxygen Elements Max dosage (i.e. 28 drops) to see if it would help and it did. I was so happy that every time I sat on a train and saw people sneezing I just wanted to say ”hey, I know how you feel, try using this product” etc but decided not to as people may think I’m some sort of weirdo! A friend came over last week and although I wasn’t suffering, had a hay fever attack. I gave her 28 drops and she said she felt much much better. I am now convinced that the main reason for my apparent ‘cure’ is the Oxygen Elements Max. 

I do think the detox / probiotics and general healthy eating plan has helped, but without question and with no doubt whatsoever, after starting to get a bit ‘sneezy’ Oxygen Elements Max has cleared my symptoms within about 20 minutes. Being as this has not been designed to actually relieve hay fever symptoms per say, and is in fact meant for general health and well being, I will be taking this supplement for life.

Vitamin C and allergies

Vitamin C can be very useful for relieving hay fever. This is because of its anti inflammatory properties (yes, Vitamin C is not just for boosting the immune system when you have a cold or flu). But it usually needs to be taken in quite high dosages to relieve allergies – a friend of mine finds that 10-15g per day works for him. For this reason, it might be worth considering Vitamin C in powder form as its better value for money in the quantities required. 1 teaspoon (5 grams) two to three times a day often brings tremendous relief within hours of beginning this regime. Children may take half this dosage. Since vitamin C is in and out of the body within six hours, it’s best taken in divided doses. You can take it every two hours if necessary. 

Quercetin and allergies

Quercetin is a an antioxidant particularly known for being anti inflammatory. It is found in apple skin, black tea, onions and a number of other foods. With hay fever it is thought to work by prevent the release of the inflammatory chemical histamine from immune cells called mast cells. Histamine is the molecule involved in allergic symptoms such as sneezing and itching. A therapeutic dosage for hay fever is usually around 2 capsules two or three times per day, which is slightly above the suggested dosage on the label.

When I was writing the previous incarnation of this email (written May 2019), I found a nice little article on Vitamin C and Quercetin for hay fever in The Daily Mail which extols the benefits of taking the two nutrients together. 

3. Liposomal HistX – Combining Vitamin C and Quercetin

HistX is a new product launched in the Spring of 2019. Combining Vitamin C and Quercetin in a liposomal form, ensuring almost perfect absorption as a result of the unique and industry leading liposomal process discussed in previous newsletters. . If you’re still awake and read the last two suggestions, you will appreciate that Vitamin C combined with Quercetin is going to be a winner! Because its a liposomal form of Vitamin C, a lower dosage than the dosage suggested above should be sufficient – at least in theory. But personally if it was me suffering, I’d probably still ignore the label dosage and take at least double the label dosage when the pollen count is high. (Actually, if I were a hay fever sufferer, I’d probably take 4 x the label dosage for acute situations needing fast relief).

The Hay fever Kit

This consists of Allertrex + Oxygen Elements Max (or Oxylift) + Liposomal HistX – Combining the three products described above with a 10% discount when purchased together for a cumulative effect 

Note¹: Please take Oxygen Elements Max (or Oxylift) a couple of hour away from HistX if possible. 
Note²: Although this would be the subject an entirely different newsletter, it’s worth being aware that this kit above can help with all respiratory and viral disease, and inflammation throughout the body, whether it gives rise to hay fever or any other inflammatory challenge. So it’s not ‘just for hay fever’

Other products that can help with Hay fever

MSM (nutritional sulphur), hay fever and allergies

Renowned nutritionist Patrick Holford states that “MSM has so many benefits for allergy sufferers that it’s hard to know where to start”. 

Stanley Jacob, M.D.,  in his book “The Miracle of MSM”

I have seen hundreds of allergy cases clear up with MSM, including my own. Years ago, I experienced the typical miseries of a seasonal grass-pollen allergy. From mid-April to mid-July, I required the usual antihistamine relief. In those days, the antihistamine medications often created a side effect of drowsiness. Today, they are less likely to do that. But way back then, it was a price you paid for relief. If I didn’t take medication, my eyes burned, my nose ran, and I developed nasal congestion, making it difficult to breath through my nose. Often the symptoms would persist throughout the day.

I started taking MSM more than twenty years ago, and it relieved my problem entirely. No eye irritation. No runny nose. No congestion. No problem at all through allergy season. I have continued to take MSM for all these years and have not had to resort to an antihistamine even once.

My son Stephen, who is now 46, developed severe pollen allergies about ten years ago at just about the same age that I did. His hayfever came on so strong that he had to take time off from work. Stephen had constant sneezing. His eyes reacted terribly. When this happened, I recommended he start taking MSM.

Stephen says the following about his experience with MSM: “I took about a gram. Within a few days there was a marked decrease in severity, and my condition continued to get better, although I was never completely free of symptoms. After that I started taking MSM every year from the middle of May through July. I could basically control the symptoms although sometimes the pollen was so bad that I had severe attacks and couldn’t work.

“In time I learned that if I started taking the supplement well before the start of allergy season and also doubled the dosage I could get even better control. I now have about 65 percent relief, I would say. Even this past season, which was extremely dry in Portland, I did quite well. I haven’t had to take any time off from work for about four years thanks to MSM. I know I would do even better if I increased the dosage but when I do I get some intestinal reaction. My father and a lot of other people I know can take much more than I can. That’s just my particular comfort zone.”

For some individuals, 1 or 2 grams twice daily may be enough to bring pollen allergy symptoms under control. Others may require 3 or 4 grams twice daily. In general, relief is usually obtained within a range of 2 to 8 grams a day. Always start with a lower amount of MSM, and increase your dosage slowly to avoid the possibility of gastrointestinal discomfort. Should you develop any discomfort, such as increased or loose stools, just reduce the dosage.

For the common pollen variety of allergy you may not need a very high dosage. In some resistant cases, you may have to double the dose, and even double it again. Do this slowly. When you reach the effective level, you will notice rapid relief of allergic symptoms.

I have often been asked the question, “What if I keep increasing the dosage and the allergic symptoms don’t go away?” My answer is always the same: “Nobody bats a thousand.” It just doesn’t work for every person. But it works for many. In pollen allergies it works for most.

For best results, take the MSM in divided doses during the day. My recommendation is to take your doses in the morning and early evening. The evening dose is important because pollen tends to accumulate in the nasal passages at night and thus upon awakening you experience sneezing, coughing, and burning eyes. MSM taken in the evening will often prevent this from happening. But don’t take it too late. It may give you energy and keep you awake.

The following chapter of the same book is devoted to MSM and relief of asthma. Whilst we do not have space to quote at length in this article, suffice it to say that Dr Jacob’s maintains that MSM brings wonderful relief for this related condition too.

Probiotics and hay fever

One fifth of the population are allergic to birch tree pollen¹. OptiBac Probiotics For Daily Wellbeing Extra Strength contains L. acidophilus NCFM® and B. lactis Bi-04. A recent clinical trial² has shown that this specific probiotic combination reduced the symptoms of nasal irritation in birch tree pollen sufferers. Don’t suffer this spring, get yours now!

1. University of Worcester, National Pollen & Aerobiology Research Unit
2. Ouewhand, A.C et al. (2009) Specific probiotics alleviate allergic rhinitis during the birch pollen season. World Journal of Gastronenterol; Vol. 15 pp.3261 -3268

Each capsule provides 20 billion live probiotics.

This product may also help those with a severe imbalance of good and bad bacteria in intestines for example: –

• Those on long term antibiotics
• Those who suffer from conditions such as IBS, or IBD (eg. Crohn’s Disease)
• People with skin conditions such as eczema or acne
• People with busy lifestyles 

Curcumin – Up to 70% relief?

A 2016 article in Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology conducted a human trial of the effects of curcumin on a group of 241 subjects who received either oral curcumin or placebo over the course of two months.

The researchers used nasal symptoms and airflow resistance (to measure how much air was moving through the nostrils) to determine the therapeutic effect of the curcumin. At the end of the study, those subjects who received the curcumin showed reduced signs of sneezing and runny nose, as well as less nasal congestion.These symptoms were reduced by approximately 70 percent and persisted after the trial had finished

Source: Wu S, Xiao D. Effect of curcumin on nasal symptoms and airflow in patients with perennial allergic rhinitis. Annals of Allergy, Asthma & Immunology 2016 Dec;117(6) 697-702. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1081120616310547

Diet

Milk products and alcohol should be strictly avoided if you are a hay fever or asthma sufferer. Avoiding wheat often helps too as does avoiding smoking. Drinking lots of plain, pure / filtered water also tremendously helps summer allergies.

With sneeze free and unwatery eyed best wishes
Mark G. Lester
Director – The Finchley Clinioc Ltd
www.thefinchleyclinic.com

The idea of something primarily made of sulphur may sound unlikely to help your body’s health (you’d maybe assume it would do quite the opposite), but don’t be put off. Because methylsulfonylmethane (or, rather, MSM, as it’s better known) may just prove to do your body a good deal of good; especially if consumed in the form of a properly organically-sourced supplement.

A natural sulphur compound that occurs in all living things, MSM is, in actual fact, the fourth most commonly found mineral in the human body. In which case, it plays an important role in the body’s general health and effective functioning. And it’s precisely because of this that boosting your levels of MSM is highly advised and, in the form of a dietary supplement, it’s fast become a popular way to help treat a swathe of various symptoms and conditions.

Indeed, this leads us on to some particularly good news, for – here at The Finchley Clinic – we can announce we’re now overseeing the production of a high-quality, fully organically-sourced MSM supplement on our own terms, which means we can sell it to our customers at a good, competitive price. You’ll find that our Finchley Clinic brand of MSM is still ‘Opti-MSM’ (the type of MSM we previously sold), as it’s manufactured in the same factory as the latter – the brand we reluctantly had to replace as it was no longer competitive enough for us to sell. All told, though, this is a new arrangement that, hopefully, should work out very well for both us and our customers.

So, then, just why is MSM so highly prized by the human body – what can it do…?

Positively affects joint health; reduces joint pain

Joint degeneration, which often causes pain in different areas of the body (knees, hips, hands and the back) can also limit mobility and movement. According to the results of different studies, MSM appears to help reduce cartilage breakdown (cartilage being a flexible tissue that protects bones in joints), while it could also reduce swelling and stiffness in joints and the pain associated with that.

Possesses anti-inflammatory properties

It’s MSM’s ability to act as both a chemical inhibitor and enabler that means it’s effective in the anti-inflammatory stakes. First off, it appears that it can inhibit the protein complex NF-kB, which otherwise would aid inflammatory responses in the body, while also help inhibit production of specific cytokines linked to systemic inflammation. Secondly, MSM can help boost glutathione levels in the body – glutathione is a powerful antioxidant – and help reduce arthritis-related symptoms (arthritis being an inflammatory condition that affects the body’s joints), such as pain and stiffness, and thereby aiding physical function and mobility.

May increase immunity

There are strong signs that MSM, in combination with improved sleep, physical exercise, diet and all-round healthier living, may be able to strengthen the body’s immune system and its work in the face of potential illness. To start with, given that MSM is primarily made up of sulphur, it can naturally contribute to improving the immune system and immunity.

An example being that, thanks to its antioxidant properties, MSM may be able to reduce oxidative stress – and, therefore, inflammation and reduced immunity, too – by helping rid the body of inflammation-causing compounds including IL-6 and TNF-ɑ.

Moreover, MSM’s aforementioned ability to bolster glutathione levels comes into play here, because the higher the levels of glutathione in the body, the better overall health and immune system function tends to be.

Could boost hair and skin health

Ever wondered why, when hair burns, it gives off such a unique smell? That aroma is sulphurous in nature and occurs because keratin – the key structural component of human hair – is a protein that’s particularly rich in the amino acid cysteine, which is packed full of sulphur. And, yes, it’s that sulphur commonality that ensures MSM may improve the health of your hair; essentially because it’s capable of behaving as a sulphur donor to keratin.

Additionally, owing to its anti-inflammatory capabilities (see above), it’s also believed that MSM may aid in repairing damaged skin cells and, thus, preventing the forming of premature skin-aging (i.e. wrinkles) and perhaps combat skin conditions like rosacea, which can lead to redness, irritation and inflammation of human skin.

Whichever way you slice it, then, whether it’s due to its anti-inflammatory properties, antioxidant abilities or natural sulphuric content (or, indeed, all three combined), MSM may prove very beneficial for maintaining or boosting the health and effectiveness of many parts of your body. It’s for these reasons we definitely recommend you giving our new version of it a try – and see yourself what good it may do you!