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BIOTHERAPEUTIC DRAINAGE
Many of you that have visited my office have
experienced the process of biotherapeutic drainage
using the UNDA numbered compounds and other homeopathic
remedies. Many of you have had questions and concerns
regarding the background of this system and how
the UNDA compounds work. For your convenience,
this document aims to clarify the work and to
answer some of the more frequently asked questions,
particularly because most all of the literature
on drainage available today is written in French.
The UNDA numbers where created over 50 years ago
in France by a man named Georges Discri. They
are made from plant and mineral substances and
are homeopathically prepared. Homeopathic remedies
are extremely safe and non-toxic but immensely
potent medicines. As such, they have profound
implications for virtually all states of disease,
or imbalance, in the body. For more information
about homeopathy in general, please see the recommended
reading page and the homeopathy section of my
favorite links.
The UNDA compounds are unique in that they combine
diluted forms of plants and minerals, which give
them a dual action. The plant part of the medicine
(or remedy as we say in homeopathic terms) has
an affinity for certain organ systems in the body.
For example, the plant Chelidonium majus has an
affinity for the liver whereas the plant Cratageus
oxycantha has an affinity for the heart and cardiovascular
system. The plants also possess unique characteristics
in terms of the way they affect an organ or organ
system. For example some plants may have a stimulating
action whereas others will calm or sedate an organ's
function.
The minerals in the compound have an affect on
the way our cells carry out chemical reactions.
Basically, every cell in our body is like a tiny,
individual engine. Engines process different reactions
and then eliminate the waste products left over
from their work. Different metals enable the cells
to carry out their functions. When used in homeopathic
dilutions this is an energetic stimulus.
So the plants guide the remedy to the appropriate
organ system, be it digestive, cardiovascular
or respiratory and the minerals help change the
way the cells are biochemically functioning. Because
this is the case, these remedies are actually
helping the body detoxify by helping all the individual
engines (our cells) work more efficiently, especially
with regard to eliminating waste effectively.
That is why drainage is called drainage. The body
is aided in the elimination of waste.
Through what routes is this accomplished? The
body has a number of ways it rids itself of toxic
accumulations. Primarily the liver, kidneys, intestines
and lungs are used to excrete waste. When these
routes are overwhelmed, or not functioning adequately,
secondary routes are established because the body
will do whatever it can to eliminate waste. These
secondary routes are the skin, mucous membranes
of the nasal sinuses and the vaginal tract for
women. This is why chronic irritation of the sinuses
and chronic vaginitis are so common. They are
emergency routes of elimination, established when
the liver, intestines and kidneys cannot handle
the job. Please see information on probiotics
for a better understanding of how intestinal health
is crucial to overall good health.
How are toxins created? Where are they coming
from? Most of us are aware by now that the world
we are living in is toxic. On a daily basis, each
of us is exposed to any number of potentially
harmful substances, all of which the body, especially
the liver, must properly handle. In addition,
poor nutritional habits, lack of sufficient water
intake, stress and other emotions can contribute
to toxicity in the body if not properly eliminated.
As you can see, all of us have some measure of
toxicity and even healthy individuals should do
some internal cleansing two to three times per
year.
The implications of drainage for health and healing
are enormous. The body's ability to properly eliminate
plays a large part in determining the status of
health. In other words, health is restored when
the body is able to rid itself of toxins that
naturally accumulate in the cells. But cleansing
is just the first step in attaining the higher
goals of preventing disease and maintaining health.
My teacher, Gerard Gueniot M.D., has taught me
that we must also rebuild immunity, improve circulation,
prevent aging and protect and nourish the nervous
system for a truly holistic approach to health.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
What kind of things can I expect after I start
using the UNDA numbers?
My patients report any number of "detox"
reactions, ranging from mild to moderate. Mild
symptoms might include a change in the frequency,
color or odor of urination or defecation. Sometimes
an increase or change in perspiration can occur.
Some patients have reported a mild headache or
feeling of fatigue for just a few days when beginning
treatment, but more frequently than not patients
report an INCREASE in energy and feeling of well-being
after one to two weeks.
What if I get an acute illness?
Please contact me if an acute illness should arise.
Sometimes the process of detoxifying can cause
what I call a "discharge reaction".
In other words, it is an attempt by your body
to rid itself of toxins and can sometimes appear
to be a cold, sinus infection or vaginal infection
in women. There are options for treatment besides
antibiotics in most cases. Many of my patients
need to avoid antibiotic treatment whenever possible
and therefore I will do my best to see you as
soon as possible. If you cannot reach me, please
contact your primary-care physician or proceed
to the nearest emergency room if necessary.
How long does it take to see results?/ How
long do I have to take UNDA compounds?
Of course every person is a unique individual
and it is impossible to predict how quickly or
in what fashion your health process will unfold.
Having said this, I have seen patients who immediately
see positive changes and others for whom changes
have occurred gradually over a period of months.
Depending on the severity of your illness and
the healing capacity of your body, drainage remedies
may be employed for short or much longer periods
of time. Ultimately, you should only need maintenance
visits.
Are these products regulated?
Homeopathic medicines are regulated through the
Food and Drug Administration and each product
is assigned a National Drug Code (NDC) number.
The specific indications you see on each compound
are part of the regulatory process. **Please note,
the compounds cover many more things than what
is written on the box.
Will the UNDA numbers interact with my medications?
These compounds will NOT interact with your medications
but they may change the physiology of your body
so that less medication will be needed in certain
individuals. For example, if you are currently
using lipid-lowering agents, such as Lipitor,
the compounds may support your liver so that the
liver is handling the metabolism of cholesterol
more effectively and less medication is necessary.
This is why I request that you inform your other
physicians, especially those that have prescribed
medications for you, that you are under my care.
I am happy to work in conjunction with other doctors
so that you get the best treatment possible. In
my practice, many patients are able to eliminate
medications as their bodies become healthier,
but this must be carefully done under the supervision
of the doctor that prescribed the medication.
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