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This is a sign of cardiovascular dysfunction and / or blood pressure issues. Some of the underlying causes of high blood pressure are kidney dysfunction, liver and gallbladder stasis, adrenal dysfunction, circulatory stress, mineral imbalances, sugar handling problems, and thyroid dysfunction. Obviously the cardiovascular system needs to be assessed and any pathology ruled out. Nutrition is an essential part of treating the cardiovascular system. It is important to remember that the health of the heart reflects the health of the body. One of the main causes of cardiovascular stress is the over consumption of processed foods. Working with the diet is important. 

Other Indications
1. Liver biliary stasis
2. Mineral imbalances
3. Sugar handling problems
4. Adrenal or thyroid dysfunction


Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

History of Parasites

A client may indicate a history of parasites, which may have been treated; yet present no evidence to show that the parasite were effectively eliminated from the body. Parasites are very persistent and can linger for long periods of time. Their presence can contribute to  low-grade sickness and often-unrelated symptoms from allergies, and fibromyalgia to Benign Prostatic Hypertrophy and chronic sinusitis. As we continue to use more antibiotics, the environment becomes more toxic, the quality of food continues to decline., and we continue to decrease our aerobic exercise, we will become more susceptible to parasitic infections. 


Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

Heart Medications

Heart medication falls into a number of different categories: blood pressure control,  arrhythmia control and anti-anxiety medication to name but a few. The heart is a system that responds well to diet, lifestyle, and nutrition. Many times the heart is just a mirror for deeper problems within the body. Changing the diet, reducing the amount of processed and refined foods and excercising can make a profound difference.

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing.

Cracks at Corner of Mouth (Cheilosis)

Cheilosis can be a sign of digestive dysfunction, especially the colon. Increased toxins in the colon from constipation can cause the corners of the mouth to split an crack. Another cause is calcium and / or thiamine need.

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

Restless Leg Syndrome

Restless leg syndrome is a sign of calcium, magnesium or potassium need with a possible digestive dysfunction that causes a decreased absorption of minerals. Vitamin E and folic acid ma be needed as a co-factor.

Other Indications
1. Vitamin E need
2. B Vitamin need

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

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Night Sweats

Night sweats may be an indication of an infection or other pathology, which should be ruled out. A common functional cause of night sweats include a need for liver and kidney support and a deficiency in riboflavin.

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing

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Cigars / Pipes

Much of the emphasis on the harmful effects of tobacco have centers on the cigarettes, but much less on cigars and pipes. It has been proved beyond a doubt that smoking causes lung cancer, heart disease, strokes, and other fatal diseases. Cigars and pipes can also cause the above diseases but they are especially linked to throat and mouth cancer, a major concern. Cigars and pipes are also a source of nicotine, an additive substance. Nicotine acts like am injection of adrenaline, increasing pulse rate,

and blood pressure, which makes the heart work faster and harder, so that the heart actually needs more oxygen. Smoking cigars or a pipe will result in increased levels of nicotine in the blood and the problems associated with its additive qualities. Research on addiction indicated that nicotine works much like heroin, cocaine, and alcohol. When nictotime was give to volunteer intravenously (into veins), many of them cold not tell the difference between the effect of nicotine and that of cocaine. Nicotine produces pleasurable sensations and physical dependency by affecting the brain and spinal cord.


It is important that tobacco use (both smoking and chewing) has associated health risks and its use will prevent you from attaciong your highest health potential.

Reference: Weatherby, D. (2004). Signs and Symptoms Analysis from a Functional Perspective. Jacksonville, OR: Bear Mountain Publishing.