Cystic Fibrosis (CF)

 

Understanding - Insights

 
 
 

Alternative Medicine

 
Adams, Rex  Miracle Medicine Foods  Parker Publishing - (Intra-lipid therapy) intravenous (rather than by mouth) soya oil containing linoleic acid improved the patients of Dr Robert B Elliott of New Zealand per 4/1976 Pediatrics.
 
Curcumin may correct a defective cystic fibrosis protein. 8/04 Life Extension magazine www.lef.org
 
DHA & EPA - Sarah W. Njoroge, Michael Laposata, Waddah Katrangi and Adam C. Seegmiller1 -
DHA and EPA reverse cystic fibrosis-related FA abnormalities by suppressing FA desaturase expression & activity
http://www.jlr.org/content/53/2/257.full
"These abnormalities & the consequent CF-related pathologic manifestations can be reversed in CF mouse models by dietary supplementation with DHA. However, the mechanism is unknown...The fatty acid abnormalities of CF are related to intrinsic alterations of PUFA metabolism & that they may be reversed by supplementation with DHA and EPA."
 
Manuka honey may help.  www.manukahoneyusa.com/cystic-fibrosis.htm (not for infants)
 
http://www.nutritionmd.org/health_care_providers/respiratory/cystic_fibrosis_treatment.html - (secular/conventional)
1 - "Exogenous pancreatic enzyme replacement therapy allows for the digestion of lipids & prevents symptoms of steatorrhea...
2 - Participation in regular exercise may help preserve pulmonary function...
3 - A diet high in essential fatty acids helps with weight & prevention of deficiency symptoms. Biochemical evidence of deficiency of both the essential omega-6 fatty acid linoleic acid (from borage, primrose, black currants) & a derivative of the essential omega-3 essential fatty acid alpha-linolenic acid (docosahexanoic acid) is common in patients with CF...
Increasing the intake of plant sources of omega-3 fats (alpha-linolenic acid) and monounsaturated fats has been suggested as an alternative approach to improving fatty acid nutrition in CF patients.4 The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation consensus panel has made similar recommendations, suggesting that oils rich in both omega-3 & monounsaturated fats (eg, flax) benefit CF patient.9 "
http://ajcn.nutrition.org/content/63/5/746.abstract "A high linoleic acid content in formula benefits infants with CF because it optimizes nutrition, growth, and feeding efficiency."  (Breast feeding moms may help both intellect and rebuff CF by consuming omega 3 foods &/or supplements.)
 
Selenium with vitamin E - Rao, Satish - learned that deficiency of selenium (& sometimes lack of vitamin E may) cause cystic fibrosis & muscular dystrophy. Dr. Satish Rao also studied gastroenterology focusing on Neurogastroenterology regarding gut SIBO (bad bacteria overgrowth) & SIFO (fungus/yeast overgrowth). www.learntruehealth.com/sibo-and-sifo/
 
Selenium - Wallach, Dr. Joel - Dr. Wallach's Cystic Fibrosis Research - selenium -
http://www.thewallachfiles.com/about.php - http://www.thewallachfiles.com/about.php#3 
"For CF patients we recommend a sodium selenite (selenium) substitution therapy,
best in combination with vitamin E."
11/27/2013 - Benny Hinn - Dead Doctors Don't Lie, Part 1 - YouTube +
11/27/2013 - Benny Hinn - Dead Doctors Don't Lie, Part 2 - YouTube

2/26/2016 - #2 https://www.bennyhinn.org/tiyd-video/breakthrough-wellness-and-longevity/
Recommended product: Concern Trace’s Trace Mineral liquid/powder/300 tablet – www.tractminerals.com

Dr. Joel Wallach - http://www.bennyhinn.org/television/watchprograms/dead-doctors-don-t-lie-part-1/?prg=11/27/2013
Dr. Joel Wallach -
http://www.bennyhinn.org/television/watchprograms/dead-doctors-don-t-lie-part-2/?prg=11/28/2013
The War on Nutrition with Dr. Joel Wallach - YouTube + http://www.thewallachfiles.com/about.php + http://www.thewallachfiles.com/about.php# articles
+ Dr. Wallach's Cystic Fibrosis Research
Selenium - Wallach, Dr Joel - http://www.bennyhinn.org/television/watchprograms/wellness-and-longevity-part-1/?prg=01/06/2014
http://www.bennyhinn.org/television/watchprograms/wellness-and-longevity-part-2/?prg=01/07/2014
http://www.bennyhinn.org/television/watchprograms/wellness-and-longevity-part-3/?prg=01/10/2014
a Nobel Prize in medicine nominee for his discoveries in the use of trace materials to prevent disease in the newborn.
a recipient of the 1988 Wooster Beach Gold Medal Award for breakthrough in the basic understanding of patho-physiology of Cystic Fibrosis.
a recipient of the Klau Schwarz Commemorative Medal, recognized as a pioneer in the field of trace element research.
Dr. Joel Wallach, author of Dead Doctor's Don't Lie
http://www.bennyhinn.org/television/watchprograms/wellness-and-longevity-part-1/?prg=05/26/2014 #1
http://www.bennyhinn.org/television/watchprograms/wellness-and-longevity-part-2/?prg=05/27/2014 #2
Adults (especially pregnant moms) may want to consider Trace Mineral tablets or powder
@ www.traceminerals.com as a preventive measure.
[Wallach recommends B1 (thiamine) for the heart & good cholesterol for Alzheimer's.
Preferable to add a small dose multi B vitamin with B1 supplement.]
 
Inspiration
 
Teen With Cystic Fibrosis Becomes Record-Breaking Runner, Prepares for 2021 Ironman Races (theepochtimes.com) 3/14/2021
 

Spiritual Insights

 
 

Medical Research

 
Sarah W. Njoroge, Michael Laposata, Waddah Katrangi and Adam C. Seegmiller1 - DHA and EPA reverse cystic fibrosis-related FA abnormalities by suppressing FA desaturase expression and activity http://www.jlr.org/content/53/2/257.full
"These abnormalities and the consequent CF-related pathologic manifestations can be reversed in CF mouse models by dietary supplementation with DHA. However, the mechanism is unknown...The fatty acid abnormalities of CF are related to intrinsic alterations of PUFA metabolism & that they may be reversed by supplementation with DHA & EPA."
 
http://www.nutritionmd.org/health_care_providers/respiratory/cystic_fibrosis_treatment.html