Cancer treatments can be physically demanding, but innovative therapies like Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) and High-dose vitamin C IV offer new ways to enhance patient outcomes. These therapies, when used alongside conventional treatments, improve the body’s...
Intravenous Therapy Research
Cancer Treatment: Non-invasive High Dose Vitamin C IV Therapy
High-dose intravenous vitamin C (IVC) therapy, offered at Extivita, is an innovative approach in cancer treatment, complemented by Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) and Pulsed Electromagnetic Field (PEMF) therapy. This multifaceted approach aims to enhance overall...
Vitamin C function in the brain: vital role of the ascorbate transporter SVCT2
Abstract: Ascorbate (vitamin C) is a vital antioxidant molecule in the brain. However, it also has a number of other important functions, participating as a cofactor in several enzyme reactions, including catecholamine synthesis, collagen production, and regulation of...
Endogenous Deficiency of Glutathione as the Most Likely Cause of Serious Manifestations and Death in COVID-19 Patients
Abstract Higher rates of serious illness and death from coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 (COVID-19) infection among older people and those who have comorbidities suggest that age- and disease-related biological processes make such individuals more sensitive to environmental...
Intravenous Micronutrient Therapy (Myers’ Cocktail) for Fibromyalgia
Intravenous micronutrient therapy (IVMT), and specifically the Myers’ Cocktail, is a popular approach for treating fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS) among complementary and alternative medicine practitioners, but its efficacy is uncertain. This trial assessed the feasibility, safety, and provided insights into the efficacy of this therapy.
Vitamin B-6 intake is inversely related to, and the requirement is affected by, inflammation status
Abstract Low circulating pyridoxal 5'-phosphate (PLP) concentrations have been linked to inflammatory markers and the occurrence of inflammatory diseases. However, the implications of these findings are unclear. The measurement of PLP and C-reactive protein (CRP) in...
Office of Dietary Supplements – Calcium
The below information is cited from the NIH Office of Dietary Supplements This is a reader-friendly overview of Calcium. For more details, see our health professional fact sheet on Calcium. What is calcium and what does it do? Calcium is a mineral found in many foods....
Vitamin B12 Enhances Nerve Repair and Improves Functional Recovery After Traumatic Brain Injury by Inhibiting ER Stress-Induced Neuron Injury
Abstract: Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is one of the most common causes of neurological damage in young human populations. Vitamin B12 has been reported to promote axon growth of neuronal cells after peripheral nerve injury, which is currently used for the treatment...
Cognitive Improvement with Glutathione Supplement in Alzheimer’s Disease: A Way Forward
Abstract Alzheimer's disease (AD) is a devastating neurodegenerative disorder affecting millions of people worldwide. The actual cause of AD is still unknown. Oxidative stress is believed to be important player in AD pathology. Glutathione (GSH) is a major...