KNOW THE CAUSE!
by Doug Kaufmann

Editor's note: Doug Kaufmann has been assisting Lakeshore Guardian readers since February, 2004, on their quest for better health. In that time, many people have become motivated to learn more about the cause of degenerative disease and have since taken charge of their health. Cindy Goniewicha is one such example - be sure to read her testimonial on page 19.

Q…Doug: Recently my wife has had to have cysts removed that were located around her ovaries. She now has another one. This, our doctor says, is stopping us from having children. Is there anything you could think of that would cause these to go away?

Secondly, a friend of mine has been diagnosed hypo-thyroid. He takes four different types of medicine for thyroid, high blood pressure and high cholesterol. The pigment in his hands has changed because of this also. What would you recommend he try to eliminate these problems? Thank you, Jim - Ohio

A…Thanks for the letter, Jim! Doctors often rely on birth control pills to control Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS), but it sounds like your wife may be blocked by the cyst, making procreation impossible. Dr. John Lee stated that in his 30 years of OB-GYN practice, he never saw one case of PCOS. Then, in the 1990s something changed all of that. It is my belief that antibiotics, even those taken decades ago, can adversely affect ones health later in life...and just might cause cysts. Nasal cysts are now thought to be caused by fungus; why not ovarian cysts? Antibiotics, as you may know, are fungal byproducts.

If I were your wife, I'd change. Look at her present lifestyle and consider changing it. If she is sedentary, map out a plan of action to begin daily exercise, thereby increasing immunity. If she favors carbohydrates (fungus love this!), modify her diet to exclude most fruits and grains (see my Phase 1 Diet). If you join her for the exercise and dietary changes, you'll both learn an incredible amount about yourselves. Some natural therapists recommend Evening Primrose Oil for ovarian cysts, others an essential oil like Omega 3 fatty acid. If fungi are at the root of these cysts, I'd ask her doctor for a 30-day stint of Diflucan and Nystatin, both antifungal drugs…..honestly, this in addition to diet and exercise changes may help tremendously. Also look into natural antifungals thereafter as rarely do these problems end after 30 days of treatment. Deep fungal growth sometimes requires many months to a few years to eliminate.

Your friend with the thyroid, hypertension and high cholesterol should also try the same program, doctor willing, for 30 days and then have his TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone), cholesterol and blood pressure redone. I think he will be thrilled, suggesting a fungal root cause to these symptoms… These are real organisms, capable of infecting human tissues on the same level as bacteria.

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Q…Dear Doug: I have been reading your books and following your diet and I am very excited about meeting you in November. My question is this: What do you recommend for additional fiber and how much do I need to take? Are the fiber capsules sufficient? I have heard that psyllium husks are good but they also will take some of the good bacteria out of the intestines. Is this true? Thank you, John

A… Hi John! I'm also excited to meet you in November! My fiber comes from foods and psyllium hulls, a Natures Sunshine product. If you're following the Phase 1 or Phase 2 diets, it's likely that you're getting plenty of fiber. John, in 2000, a medical journal article expounded upon the ability of fiber to actually RAISE the risk of colon cancer. Although I never perused the article, it would not shock me if white bread was the fiber used in the study. That would make absolute sense to me since the American grain supply is commonly contaminated with mycotoxins, and mycotoxins (fungal metabolites) are known to cause cancer. Phase 1 fruits, berries and vegetables are loaded with fiber. Those who have problems with irregularity should replant the good bacteria in the intestines with probiotics and try a good brand of psyllium hulls nightly before bed. How much fiber is required is a function of the exact need for more than daily dietary fiber. The psyllium capsules are fine, but I use a heaping tablespoon of the hulls and that might require taking 6-10 of the caps. In all of my years and in working with thousands of sick people, I've never witnessed one being injured, as you might expect with good gut bacteria being diminished, by taking psyllium. If medical doctors were truly concerned about disappearing good intestinal bacteria, they'd never again prescribe an antibiotic!

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Q…Mr. Kaufmann, I have the unfortunate situation of mold in my basement. I'm sure I'm not the only Michigan resident with this problem. My five-year-old has allergies and asthma, which I assume, are a direct connection. What can I do to keep the mold problem under control? Thank you and I love your show! Heather

A…Great question, Heather! Whereas 15 years ago, ignorance prevailed regarding the cause of asthma and allergy, today even the experts are getting it! Mold, say many, can cause "sniffles, sneezes and allergies." What they don't say, however, scares me the most. I believe that once in the lungs, these little buggers adhere to the tissues and rapidly proliferate into surrounding tissues and even the blood stream. I truly believe, and have documented my beliefs, that mold mimics, and may contribute to almost every disease known to man. Fortunately, on my side is God's word (Leviticus 14). There are two things you need to consider: mold inside the home and mold inside your son's lungs. I would immediately purchase what I believe to be the finest home remediation system available today, The Pionair Air Treatment System (866-746-6247). I'd place one unit in the basement until you can have that room completely remediated by a specialist, and spend as little time in the basement as possible. I'd also place a unit in his bedroom and run it 24/7. If his breathing disorder is due to inhaled mold, I'd ask my doctor to prescribe Nystatin for a good six months for him. This will assist in remediating the mold inside of his body. Given the surge in medical articles talking about the mold link to breathing disorders, the doctor may have no problem prescribing this harmless medicine.

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Q...Doug, I've heard you talk about corn, as a grain, and why not to eat it. What about corn on the cob? Does it also contain mycotoxins even though it isn't stored as a grain? It's one of my favorite summer foods! Thank you - Carl

A…Can you imagine the reception I'll receive when I visit Iowa for a lecture? In 2002, Ruth Etzel, MD, PhD published an article on bioterrorism in the prestigious Journal of The American Medical Association (JAMA). She spoke of the threat of little known poisons, like mycotoxins and then expounded upon our routine exposure to them. Corn, she stated, was "universally contaminated" with mycotoxins, whereas other grains in the American food supply were "commonly contaminated" by fungal poisons. Carl, I'm convinced that many of the diseases we suffer with today have much to do with slow methodical mycotoxin poisoning, unbeknownst to our healers. Although popcorn or corn on the cob may appear to be as fresh as a morning breeze, it is important to recall that both were corn seeds, quite possibly impregnated with mycotoxins, a short time ago. Etzel reminded us that we Americans are probably eating approximately .15mg of these dreaded mycotoxins daily if our diet consists of cereals, breads, pasta, sugar, etc… Based on that observation let me pass along the "Kaufmann approach" to condoning consumption of corn on the cob. Breakfast of grapefruit, a nice big salmon salad for lunch and a grass fed steak at dinner with greens and tomatoes or asparagus…hmmm! Since I just missed my .15mg of poisons that day, a 3.0 dose of corn on the cob tomorrow obviously isn't going to kill me! Kindest regards to you, Carl!

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