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Double-Down When Symptoms Worsen

When symptoms get worse we generally use the Western medical paradigm of taking more pills. After all, if a little is good, then more is better. But these pills (drugs or isolated supplements) are only treating the symptoms. In the card game of Blackjack, “double-down” means to double one’s original bet in exchange for taking only one more down, draw card. In everyday life, this phrase denotes taking a more tenacious, resolute, firm or stubborn position or action to ensure results. While this double-down method may work in certain circumstance to alleviate the symptoms, we have learned in our holistic practice this may not always be the best action for everyone (both people and pets). Here are some different scenarios and new holistic actions to consider, especially when using our revolutionary whole superfood products, BioPreparation, BioSuperfood and ALPHA-G.

Double-down: if one has an average body, is in the introductory phase and taking 1-2 pills/day has shown promising results, then taking more pills when the symptom get worse may work to provide more relief. But we suggest carefully evaluating how/why your (or your pet's) body is responding before taking too many more pills (continue reading below).

Jarisch–Herxheimer reaction: technically this is a reaction by the body to toxins released by the killing of microorganisms during antibiotic treatment. Typically, this occurs when antibiotics are given for syphilis and other diseases caused by spirochetes, such as borreliosis (Lyme disease and tick-borne fever), leptospirosis, bartonellosis (including cat scratch disease). If this is the cause, then taking more pills will only intensify the bad reaction and is therefore not suggested.

Excessive detoxing reaction: in addition to the above Herxheimer reaction, we have also seen the body produce excessive detoxing symptoms, which may include any of the following: increased thirst, lethargy, loss of appetite, headaches, change in digestion, rash, itching, outbreak of sores, abscesses, new lumps, vomiting, loose stools or diarrhea, dizziness) or exacerbation of current symptoms (for example, flu symptoms, tumors growing larger). This is different than the above Herxheimer reaction in that the symptoms are not caused by endotoxin-like compounds from bacteria (microorganisms). Instead, the body is naturally detoxing because the endocrine and immune systems have woken up and are efficiently eliminating toxins like they should. Unfortunately, a chronically ill body, a body with a previously compromised kidney, liver or heart condition may not be able to immediately handle this increase in efficiency. It would therefore be suggested to hold or cut back the daily amount and wait for the body’s immune, lymphatic, circulatory, elimination, etc. systems to regenerate and rebuild themselves, so the normal amount of wastes and toxins can be eliminated without excessive detoxing symptoms.

Frequency trumps quantity: As discussed in our November newsletter, when using our whole superfood products one may get better results by increasing the frequency of the same amount of daily capsules. This was shown in a BAC (bio-algae concentrates) leukemia research study. So, instead of taking 3 capsules at breakfast and 3 capsules at dinner, if one takes six 1-capsule servings every 2 hours one may get better results. This saves money while producing more benefits. This may be a much safer course of action for those with a sensitive body experiencing either a Herxheimer reaction or excessive detoxing symptoms.

Overloading a sensitive body: some people and pets (especially cats and small dogs under 10 pounds) have a highly sensitive body. Whenever a healthcare practitioner prescribes a starting dosage, they have to adapt the recommended dosage downward to accommodate this; otherwise their body goes into overload. Using the double-down approach would be disastrous to these individuals. Instead, we suggest cutting the suggest daily amount by ¼-½ AND spreading out the servings into at least 4 or more (see frequency trumps quantity above) per day.

If you experience any of the above challenges and cannot figure out what to do by yourself, may we suggest a Holistic Consultation or enrolling in our Freedom From Illness Pay-It-Forward plan. Freedom From Illness does not come quickly and does not have to be difficult. It just requires patience and changing our allopathic medicine thinking (supplementing the symptoms) using "wholistic" knowledge.