Articles by Dr. Brian A. Smith:
HIV and CHIROPRACTIC
This article is a scientific article which appeared in the journal "The Internist" December 1997 4(4):26-39.Vitamin C
One of the building blocks of a healthy immune system, vitamin C is an absolute necessity.Beta-Carotene and the Immune Response
Beta-Carotene and vitamin A are lost at a rate four times greater in a person with HIV. Both are needed for proper immune function.Minerals and the HIV+ Person
Certain minerals, especially zinc and selenium, tend to be low in HIV infection, which has a deleterious effect on the immune system.DMG and the Immune Response
DMG is a naturally occurring amino acid that has been found to stimulate T-cell production and function.Protein and the Immune System
Facts and myths of a high protein diet are discussed.Advances in Dietary Management of HIV
Inadequate protein intake leads to loss of lean body mass and lower glutathione levels.More On Protein
Lean body mass decrease, causing immune dysfunction, is thought to be one of the leading problems in HIV management.Nutrition Sense
Find out why expert advice on nurtional therapeutics is crucial to your health.DHEA: Treatment or hype?
DHEA is being misused by hundreds of people and can be dangerous to your health.The Liver
The liver metabolizes the food we eat, filters out bacteria and toxins like medications and drugs from the blood. Learn what to do to care for your liver.Chiropractic Therapy and the Immune System
Without proper nerve function, your brain can not communicate with your body to tell it what to do. Chiropractic care addresses this important health issue.Why use NAC?
NAC has been shown to have a definite beneficial effect on survival and disease progression in HIV+ persons.Should You Invest In Silver?
Silver may be effective in treating certain infections associated with HIV.Alternative Therapy Update
Three natural antivirals are discussed.
About Dr. Smith...
Dr.
Smith attended the Los Angeles College of Chiropractic in Whittier, California and where
he received his Doctorate in Chiropractic, with honors, in April 1987. He chose the specialty of Internal Disorders for post-graduate study and became a board-certified Chiropractic Internist in 1996.
He achieved Diplomate status with the National Board of Chiropractic Examiners in 1986. He has been licensed as a Doctor of Chiropractic in the State of California since July 24, 1987.
As a speaker, Dr. Smith has addressed various organizations including; "Holistic Healthcare and the HIV Patient," Samra Oriental Medical College, Los Angeles; the "Chiropractic and Nutritional Approaches to HIV Infection," Los Angeles College of Chiropractic, Whittier, Ca.; the "Nutrition in Relation to HIV," Medical Update, Being Alive - South Bay, Redondo Beach, Ca.; the "Chiropractic Therapy and the Immune System," Los Angeles Shanti Foundation, West Hollywood, Ca.; the "Holistic Health Care," Sports and Fitness Exposition, Los Angeles, Ca.; the "Nutrition and HIV Infection," Hernandez House - Northern Lights Alternatives, Los Angeles, Ca.; the "Nutrition and HIV Infection," Los Angeles Center for Living, Los Angeles, Ca.; and the "Chiropractic Health Care," Crescent Heights Methodist Church, Los Angeles, Ca.
From June 1991 until March 1992, Dr. Smith produced a television show named "Your Health Naturally" dealing with the natural approaches to health, which aired through Century Cable Television in Santa Monica, CA. He has also appeared in various other television and radio shows throughout Southern California.
Dr. Smith has been involved as a community provider through the Sherman Oaks Community Hospital visitation team, and the Midway Medical Center visitation team. Currently Dr. Smith is a provider of chiropractic services to financially challenged HIV+ persons on donation basis.
Since 1983 Dr. Smith has been affiliated with the Council on Diagnosis and Internal Disorders, American Chiropractic Association Rolla, Montana. He is also currently associated with the Association for the History of Chiropractic, Davenport, Iowa; American Association of Drugless Practitioners Dallas, Texas; AIDS ReSEARCH Alliance, Los Angeles, California, Member, Scientific Advisory Board, Member, Medical Review Board; and was a founding member of the Nutritional Task Force at AIDS Project Los Angeles, Los Angeles, California .
Dr. Brian A. Smith is a chiropractic doctor and naturopathic physician who has specialized in the treatment of immune-suppressed individuals since 1987. He is a scientific advisory board member of AIDS ReSEARCH Alliance.
He maintains a private practice in Los Angeles and can be reached at (323) 306-4909. Questions from readers are welcome as are suggestions for future articles. You can also contact him via E-mail at: Send e-mail to Dr. Smith
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Articles by Dr. Brian A. Smith:
HIV and CHIRO † VITAMIN C † BETA-CAROTENE † MINERALS † DMG † PROTEIN † DIET & HIV † MORE ON PROTEIN † NUTRITION † DHEA † LIVER † CHIRO † NAC † SILVER † ALT THERAPIES †
