Dear Colleagues;
I hope you all are well. A few personal things to report. Our Atlanta seminar went very well and we hope to have a new video available soon. We usually do these once every 2 years but we made a significant enough change in the technique earlier this year that we thought it worthwhile to come out with a new one this fall. Watch for an ad or additional newsletter advertising it when it is ready.
If everything goes according to plan I will be moving to Maui full time in a month or so and instead of my at home little office, setting up a clinic somewhere on the island within the next few months. Meantime I will still see people out of our Haiku home office as well as teaching one on one seminars there. I also plan to travel to Oahu every 4 to 6 weeks to see patients there out of our condo. I met my wife in Hawaii back in 1980 and the draw to move back after we left in 1984 has been very strong so we look forward to this next chapter in our lives. There is a little bit more to the story but I will wait until next newsletter for that
TWO NEW SUPREME NUTRITION PRODUCTS (800-922-1744)
1. Artemesia Supreme- We have thought about this one for a long time. We read the research that whole powdered leaf can be the most effective form as opposed to extract and that along with finding a great source, was the turning point for us.
Artemisia annua leaf has been an important therapeutic herb over the past 2,000 years in both Europe and Asia and is also recognized by the World Health Organization as an effective antimalarial “drug”. It has become the subject of intensive research following the discovery of its antimalarial component artemisinin (1). Phytochemical analysis has identified various compounds including steroids, coumarins, phenolics, flavonoids, purines, triterpenoids, lipids, and aliphatic compounds, monoterpenoids, essential oils, alkaloid, and glycoside (2, 3). Artemisia has been used in the alternative medicine community for 20+ years mainly due to its strong broad spectrum antiparasitic properties. It is though, as you can see, much more broad spectrum.
Therapeutics: Studies have been carried out to look at the antimicrobial potential of the essential oils obtained from Artemisia annua. These studies revealed that the essential oil showed antimicrobial potential against wide range of Gram-negative bacteria, Gram-positive bacteria, and fungi. Significant inhibitory activity of the oil was found against bacterial strains, including Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Enterococcus hirae. Artemisia annua extracts possess remarkable antibiotic potential against fungi particularly Saccharomyces cerevisiae and Candida albicans (4,5).
Antiparasitic Activity
Research studies suggest that artemisinin drugs have good antiparasitic potential for Leishmania, Trypanosoma Babesia, Eimeria or coccidiosis, trematodal blood fluke, Schistosoma spp.( Schistosoma japonicum, Schistosoma mansoni, and Schistosoma haematobium). (6,7).
Artemisia also Suppresses Th17 and thus may be helpful in autoimmune conditions. Ethanol extract of the plant showed immunosuppressive effects on autoimmune diseases such as lupus erythematosus and rheumatoid arthritis (8). In established arthritis, an artemisinin compound profoundly inhibited disease progression, reduced IL-17A, and RORgt mRNA expression and suppressed pro-inflammatory mediator expression in arthritic joints (9).
One studied showed how the dried Leaf is actually preferred to an extract (12). Mice needed 45-fold more artemisinin (mixed with mouse chow) than artemisinin consumed via dried leaf in order for artemisinin to be detected in the serum, thus the dried leaf was more bioavailable than the extract. (10).
Many studies have been conducted in Africa comparing dried artemisia leaf, arteminism and artemisia leaf tea. Reviewing all these studies researchers conclude delivery via tea is therapeutically not very efficacious. Mice fed dried Artemisia annua leaves showed better therapeutic results than the tea. Results of pharmacokinetic studies using dried leaf delivery in mice are also consistent with the antimalarial success of the human trial. The promising results of the studies using oral consumption of dried leaf A. annua may offer a more sustainable treatment for malaria, especially in low-income developing countries. This will eventually lead to improved understanding of how the whole plant therapy works better than the pure drug (11).
Besides its antimicrobial activities studies have showed artemisia to be useful for the following: anemia, asthma, diarrhea, fever reduction, dengue, lupus, athlete’s foot, chagas, viral hepatitis, and various skin diseases (11, 13).
Dosage: 1 pill 3x per day for adults
Do not take if pregnant or breastfeeding
2. Shatavari Supreme- for years we have been wanting to come out with a product to help modulate female (and male) hormones. We investigated herbs that tested great (COA and AK) but clinically on patients the results were not impressive. Shatavari not only tested well but the samples we gave to our physician team performed very well clinically with their patients.
Shatavari translates to “who possesses a hundred husbands” and has traditionally been used as a general tonic as well as female hormone/reproductive tonic. It is known as the Queen of Herbs in Ayurveda medicine. Studies have shown the extract to be antiulcer, antioxidant, antidiabetic, and contain immune-modulatory activities. Its benefits are suggested for nerve disorders, dyspepsia, diarrhea, dysentery, inflammation, cough, bronchitis, hyperacidity, and infectious disease (1). The main active components in Shatavari are alkaloids, mucilage, and steroidal saponins (2).
Shatavari has been shown to help milk production in mothers (3, 4, 5, 6). One of the mechanisms shown for this has been by increasing prolactin levels (7).
Known as a well-rounded female hormone tonic for many different uses including: “beneficial in female infertility, as it increases libido, cures inflammation of sexual organs and moistens dry tissues of the sexual organs, enhances folliculogenesis and ovulation, prepares womb for conception, prevents miscarriages, acts as post partum tonic by increasing lactation, normalizing uterus and changing hormones” (8). It can also help with PMS and dysmenorrhea (9).
Many report having symptomatic relief with post-menopausal symptoms such as hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, etc. (10). Multiple studies have looked at Shatavari to help prevent post-menopausal bone loss. One found “The results of Shatavari were encouraging, as it has shown not only a decrease in bone loss, but a significant increase in bone formation” (11, 12).
Traditionally it has been used as an aphrodisiac for both men and women. Men consuming Shatavari had similar increase in sexual behavior as those taking testosterone therapy (13). It was also shown to increase erection time, seminal fructose content, and sperm count (14).
Studies have shown Shatavari can help those suffering from ulcers. The “ulcer healing effect of the drug was attributed to a healing effect, possible by potentiating intrinsic protective factor as it has neither antisecretory activity nor antacid properties, by strengthening mucosal resistance, prolonging the lifespan of mucosal cells, increasing secretion and viscosity of mucous and reducing H+ ion back diffusion. It has been found to maintain the continuity and thickness of aspirin treated gastric mucosa with a significant increase in mucosal main. As A. racemosus heals duodenal ulcers without inhibiting acid secretion, it may have cytoprotective action similar action to that of prostaglandin other binding of bile salts” (15, 16, 17).
Taking Shatavari juice has been shown to work as a cough suppressive, as effective as codeine (18). Studies have shown it to help prevent against kidney stone formation (19). It can also stimulate a healthy peristalsis of the bowels (20).
Shatavari has shown antibacterial properties against: Escherichia coli, Shigella dysenteriae, Shegella sonnei, Shigella flexneri, Vibriocholerae, Salmonella typhi, Salmonella typhimurium, Pseudomonas pectida, Bacillus subtilis and Staphylococcus aureus (21). It also has antiprotozoal activity showing inhibition of Entamoeba histolytica (22).
It has also been shown to help protect the liver and can alter function of macrophages, indicating possible immune-modulatory properties. Traditionally it has been used for depression with “antidepressant activity and this effect is probably mediated through the serotonergic, noradrenergic systems and augmentation of antioxidant defenses”.
Dosage: Take 1 pill 2-3x per day
Warning: Do not take Shatavari while taking lithium or on diuretic medication.
UPCOMING SEMINARS Other than our one on one seminars in Tacoma and Hawaii Noah and I have no plans to teach until spring (Noah will be presenting a one hour talk and demo on microbes at the QN homecoming in LA Nov 8-9)
Joe Shafer, a colleague is coming to the US to teach in Atlanta. He is a great practitioner and has developed some very effective techniques. He teaches to sellout crowds in Europe. To find out more go to https://fmdsinc.org/2019/01/17/dr-joe-shafers-neuro-interlink/ . If you decide to go and put Lebowitz in your coupon code you get $50 off (I do not profit from this).
PRACTICE FOR SALE- SCOTTSDALE AZ
AZ practice for sale. Beautiful Scottsdale Arizona, AK/Diversified practice. Busy, well established, high profit/ low overhead. The clinic is located in a health-conscious, upscale community with good freeway access. The doctor is retiring.
Contact him at docmac2@cox.net for further information.
TESTIMONIALS
A friend of ours (Amy Zalbowitz) who we trained has a thriving practice in Crested Butte CO. She sent us a few testimonials of patients she treated with our protocol. Here they are:
1. I have been treated for Chronic Lyme Disease (and various co-infections) on and off for over 15 years. A few years ago, I received a diagnosis of CIRS as well after living in an apartment with black mold. I have seen a variety of doctors and practitioners for help over the years, and tried a range of conventional and alternative treatment modalities. Most recently, I saw a functional medicine doctor who was very expensive and had me on, what felt like, every supplement under the sun. After I had a significant relapse in my Lyme and mold symptoms, Amy was recommended to me because of her own experience with Lyme. Seeing Amy has been a game changer. She helped me get back on me feet rather quickly. She uses muscle testing, which has been a helpful tool to determine which supplements I truly need to heal, rather than spending exorbitant amounts of money on supplements that may or may not have been helping me. In fact, I believe the volume of supplements I was taking was potentially harmful to my healing process. I am grateful for Supreme Nutrition products. They work quickly and are gentler on my body than the prescriptions I had previously taken to treat Lyme and mold.
Amy has been truly dedicated to helping me get and stay well. Also, her prices are low, which helps a lot with the stress and financial burden that come with chronic conditions. She is very responsive and helpful when I have questions. It is so wonderful to get to talk with someone who not only believes me when I tell her about my experience, but she understands it at a deep personal level. Amy has been a tremendous blessing in my life. I am more active now than I have been since I was a kid, and I have been able to stop most of my prescription medications. Now I’m working on seeing myself as a healthy person, rather than the sick, disabled person I thought I would be for the rest of my life.
2. I honestly thought I was dying when I went to see Amy for the first time, I felt so horrible. I had been diagnosed with Lyme by a naturopath ten years prior. The protocol I was told I needed was too expensive for me and I was only able to afford to stay on it for one month. Over the next 10 years my health progressively got worse. I had a friend who had been treated by Amy for Lyme and had been cleared of it, and felt better than she had in many years. I had, through the years sought help from various professionals only to be brushed off when I mentioned Lyme, or diagnosed with something else entirely, given supplements to take with no improvement. I am so thankful for Amy! When I went to my first appointment, one of the first things she told me was that I wasn’t crazy. That meant so much to me because when you know that you are sick, but keep being told different or brushed off, you start to feel like you are losing your mind. I not only had Lyme but a host of other things such as Bartonella, Candida, fungus and others. It took a little time, taking supplements and following directions, but it's been more than worth it! I have been cleared of it all, and am healthier than I have been in a very long time.
MATERIALS AVAILABLE FROM DR. MICHAEL LEBOWITZ
1. DVD or Vimeo: Treating the Complex Patient 2018: This seminar, approximately 4 1/2 hours long will teach the physician a simple to apply, effective protocol to treat patients with chronic fatigue, allergies, chemical sensitivities, intestinal dysbiosis, (fungal, bacterial, parasitic, spirochete, and viral infections), food sensitivities, food toxin intolerance, hypercoagulation problems, toxic metal issues, endocrine dysfunction, nutritional imbalances, chronic pain and subluxations, fibromyalgia, etc. The seminar is suited for both the novice and the advanced practitioners in our work and is much updated from our last one. A complete set of notes accompanies the DVD. Seminar DVD or VIMEO
2. Personal Seminars with Dr. Lebowitz: Dr. Lebowitz teaches seminars to one or two doctors at a time at his offices in Hawaii and Gig Harbor, WA. This is probably the best way to learn our protocols with a personalized, hands on experience. Cost is $400 per physician. For more info or to schedule call us at 970-623-9565. Noah Lebowitz DC is also available to teach the class.
3. Test Kits for Dr. Lebowitz protocol - Call Cynthia at AK Test Kits 970 201-7406 or see our website http://www.michaellebowitzdc.com for more details. These kits will greatly simplify and speed up your testing making you more efficient and accurate in patient assessment. These are “diagnostic kits”. Supplement kits are ordered directly from Supreme Nutrition 1-800-922-1744. In our protocol we typically use the protocol kit, biofilm kit and food kit A. Other kits as needed.
4. Body Restoration An Owners Manual - An updated and expanded version of my first book Body Mechanics published almost 30 years ago. Part 1 has a chapter on each organ/gland. Each chapter teaches basic anatomy and physiology, causes and symptoms of dysfunction, as well as simple treatments your patient can do at home to complement your treatment. Part 2 explains the role of dysbiosis, food intolerances, toxic metals, nutritional deficiencies and neurotransmitter imbalances in health. The book is a great review for the doctor, but better yet it is a great tool to recommend to your patient. It will give them a better understanding of how their body works and the causes of health and disease, as well as the rationale of why you treat the way you do. It is very pro chiropractic. It is available for $1.99 on kindle at https://www.amazon.com/Body-Restoration-Owners-Manual-ebook/dp/B0050653C4/
5. Body Restoration Cookbook - This companion volume to the above book was written by Cynthia Lebowitz and is now available free online (donations accepted). A wonderful tool for your patients as it contains almost 100 recipes- most without gluten, dairy, nightshades, etc. Body Restoration Cookbook
6. God’s Preventative Medicine- my latest book. It explains how the Levitical Priests dealt with fungal dysbiosis both preventatively and treatment wise as well as the reasons behind some of the other health laws of the Torah. It is a short easy to understand book and fascinating for the student of health and the Bible God's Preventative Medicine