Curcumin, also known as diferuloylmethane, is a yellow pigmented polyphenol which gives turmeric (Curcuma longa), a spice commonly used in India, its yellow color. Curcumin is one of the most well-researched natural agents on the planet. It is also one of the most powerful natural inflammatory agents. Curcumin has been found to inhibit NF-kB which is the body’s main inflammatory signaling pathway. The over activation of this pathway can lead to chronic inflammation which in turn can lead to disease and dysfunction.
Due to its multiple health promoting properties curcumin may be beneficial in many conditions. For instance, since inflammation plays a role in their development and progression, curcumin may benefit individuals with neurodegenerative conditions such as Alzheimer’s and multiple sclerosis. Curcumin has been found to effectively reduce pain in people with arthritis and to reduce symptoms and in some cases cause remission in people suffering from Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis. Inflammation has been implicated in the development of mood disorders such as anxiety and depression. Supplementation with curcumin has been found to benefit people suffering from these conditions. Other benefits of curcumin include protection of the brain, heart, kidneys, liver and gastrointestinal system. This list is not exhaustive, and curcumin can be used to benefit many more conditions.
IV curcumin may also benefit patients as an adjunctive cancer treatment. Read about the benefits of IV ALA in Cancer Care.
PPC is a mixture of essential phospholipids (lecithin and phosphatidylcholine) made from soybeans.
Developed in Europe for atherosclerosis PPC is primarily used to remove the deposits of fatty plaque in arteries and other blood vessels. The most important effect of PPC is its remarkable ability to reduce plaque deposits in the artery wall. PPC therapy increases the heart’s ability to withstand stress and is valuable for individuals who have suffered a heart attack or other heart injury.
PPC is also known as phoshatidylcholine or polyenylphosphatidylcholine. In various countries PPC is also known and sold as Plaquex and Lipostabil.
PPC aids in the removal of cholesterol deposits from cell membranes, arteries, fat cells, muscles, and connective tissue.
This excess cholesterol is then transported to the liver for excretion. PPC also lowers the level of lipoprotein A, a critical factor in the formation of blood clots during heart attacks or stroke. It cleanses the fat from the arteries in the body, and improves circulation to the heart, brain, and other vital organs. In some patients it can also improve cognitive function (memory) and a return of sexual potency.
The use of PPC over the years by chelation doctors worldwide has proven that PPC is extremely useful in helping patients avoid By-Pass surgery, angioplasty, amputations (especially in diabetics) and strokes.
After assessment and laboratory testing with a chelation doctor, PPC IV therapy is given by intravenous drip to a maximum frequency of three treatments per week. Every patient will also be prescribed an oral supplement protocol which potentiates the effect of the IV treatments.
Each IV treatment takes about 2 ½ hours and is given with the patient seated in a comfortable recliner chair, in which they can read, work on a laptop, or visit with their neighbor. Depending on the patient’s condition, it is usually recommended that an initial course of 20 to 30 weekly or bi-weekly treatments be taken. After that, monthly booster treatments are recommended to maintain the benefits originally gained by the first series of treatments.
Yes, very safe. In contrast to IV Chelation treatments, IV PPC are even more safe. This is because PPC does not bind to any toxic heavy metals and consequently there is no possible damage to the kidneys. Actually the opposite is true, PPC improves kidney function, so regular kidney function tests are not done as frequently during PPC treatments.
Adverse effects most commonly reported from PPC include diarrhea, and fatigue. Seriously ill patients, especially candidates for By-Pass surgery, angioplasty, amputation or stroke will most of the time experience diarrhea at the beginning of treatments, which is easily controlled by an anti-diarrheal medicine. These patients may also have elevated liver enzymes, but as a rule, after some treatments the liver enzymes will normalize.
SOY ALLERGY is the only contraindication to the use of PPC. There are no known drug interactions. While on PPC most patients are free to take many medications such as B-Blockers, nitroglycerine, calcium channel blockers, etc.
Chelation is the intravenous treatment which helps remove the accumulation of toxic heavy metals in the body that is the cause of many health problems. PPC therapy is NOT Chelation therapy, since it does NOT remove heavy metals.
The main differences are in their uses. PPC is much more effective in cardiovascular conditions like atherosclerosis and heart disease, while GPC is by far more effective in improving cognitive function (memory) and in helping post-stroke patients.
GPC IV Therapy is also available at the Optimum Wellness Integrated Clinic. It was also developed in Europe and is also derived from soybeans.
PPC IV Therapy can be used as a standalone treatment for lowering blood cholesterol, improving kidney function or improving sexual potency. It can also be part of an integrated treatment program for atherosclerosis, along with EDTA Chelation treatment.
When PPC is used in conjunction with EDTA Chelation even greater results can be attained. Not every Chelation doctor offers PPC, but because the Optimum Wellness Integrated Clinic remains at the forefront of treating “disease” with integrative IV therapies we offer PPC as an added Chelation regimen. They are both enhanced when used with a total nutritional program including professional supplements, and the adaptation of a “Heart-Smart” diet.
Other lifestyle modifications that are encouraged are exercise, stress management, minimal use of caffeinated and alcohol beverages and the elimination of tobacco products.
PPC IV Therapy is not covered by Alberta Health Care. Some private (work) insurance companies may cover part of the therapy, but our clinic does not do any “third party” billing. After each treatment you will be provided with a computerized invoice for either your insurance coverage or for your personal files. If you opt to pay for the complete program ahead of time you will receive only one invoice.
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