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CURCUMIN (FROM TUMERIC) AND BROMELAIN COMBINATION Curcumin (from Tumeric) may present the antiviral properties with helping immune system as well as anti-inflammatory properties. Bromelain has shown the dose-dependent anticoagulation activities in clinical trials and protein digestion aiding properties. Combination of curcumin and bromelain may be helpful on COVID 19 prevention and/or management with synergistic effects.

Cranberry has been used for the prevention of recurrence of urinary tract infection (UTI) with quite a few proven experiences on use. Addition of propolis that has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties may show the potentiated effect of cranberry. Please consult with health care providers when considering use of cranberry with or without propolis for the prevention of recurrence of urinary tract infection.

Alpha- lipoic acid (ALA) has been used for diabetic polyneuropathy and Alzheimer’s disease as potent antioxidant with anti- inflammatory properties. Its neuroprotective properties and synergistic effects with cholinesterase inhibitors (eg. Aricept) and omega- 3 would be good combination for prevention and slowing progression of Alzheimer’s disease. Some clinical trials have shown its beneficial effects for diabetes and stroke. Please consult with health care providers when you consider using alpha- lipoic acid for further information and risks vs benefits of alpha-lipoic acid use on your health condition.

Some articles have shown the efficacy of policosanol to reduce LDL cholesterol by about 20% that has similar effect as statins with lower adverse events. Accordingly, policosanol can be beneficial for the patients with high blood pressure and other cardiac disorders, probably from this LDL cholesterol lowering effect. Appropriate dose would be 5-40 mg/day and up to 3 years consumption could be safe for most of the patients. For further information or comments on personal experience from policosanol use, please post your statement on our blog page.