I do not want to take any more vitamins that what is absolutely necessary.
I understand this attitude with regard to toximolecular drugs, but other than cost, I do not understand, as vitamins are nutrients, required for life in some amount, and many health problems are caused because of a deficiency. Other than vitamin C (which probably should not have been classified a "vitamin") the other nutrients are generally required in quite small amounts.
Now to your question. Unfortunately, what we know is anecdotal from some fifteen years of reports, starting with Pauling's own initial reports. No one is studying these substances in the required high amounts.
Dr Fonorow,
I sent you an e-mail recently and you were unable to open the attachments. In retrospect, you probably didn't want/need my historical health data. I am a 65 year old male who wants to live a long life w/o major cardio health problems. Because of the cost, I have been taking the Cardio C once daily in a smaller portion. I was mixing the powder w/ my Pomegranate juice each morning but the acidic intake was burning my throat as I was drinking it. Consequently, I had to give up the Pomegranate juice. I now consume the Cardio C 3 X daily in the recommended amount.
I will appreciate any help you can give me regarding the Cardio C intake.
1. Is there an ideal time to take the Cardio C; before, with or after meals? What is the ideal amount of time between intakes?
Over the years, people have consistently reported the best results taking the Pauling therapy about 20 minutes prior to meals, i.e., this causes the least amount of gastrointestinal difficulties.
2. How soon will I notice an improvement? What will I notice?
At the right high dosage, angina (chest) pain ends within ten days, and people with a hard time walking, start painting their homes in about a month. This is what Linus Pauling described in the first case (on his video lecture.) For those not in pain, it is difficult to notice, but many people who have not been taking vitamin C will notice a difference if/when they stop taking high vitamin C. They won't feel as well.
3. Are there any other health benefits taking the Cardio C?
Too many to document - all the benefits of taking vitamin C. People notice changes in their skin (due to more collagen).
4. Will the cardio C clear the entire cardio system including legs?
Yes, to the extent any peripheral arterial blockage is due to arterial lesions/Lp(a) cholesterol. I
think some leg problems are caused by artery/vein constriction, and magnesium may be more beneficial in those cases.
How long will it take to completely clear the cardio system?
It is a crime against humanity that we don't know (but who do you charge with the crime?) This hasn't been studied. We do know, as I have mentioned, that pain subsides in 10 days, and very ill people appear well in 30 days.
6. Are there any interactions with vitamins and/or medications and the Cardio C
All the ingredients, with the possible exception of Stevia, are nutrients that body must have, so no, there are no interactions with the primary ingredients.
7. Is the Cardio C formula harmful to the kidneys and liver?
No evidence, and much evidence that the formula would benefit both the liver and kidneys. (To better understand the difference between orthomolecular substances, such as vitamin C and lysine, and the toximolecular drugs, there is a very good book by Linus Pauling, HOW TO LIVE LONGER AND FEEL BETTER (1986).
I do not want to take any more vitamins that what is absolutely necessary.
Again this is a strange attitude, unless it is based on cost.
If you need any additional information, please do not hesitate to ask.
Thank you.
Lynn
). I think Cardio-C is a minimum, as there are other more complete products that can help you avoid pills, especially if you are on medications and canceling appoints with your doctors! Each additional ingredient, say in Heart Technology (with vitamins A and E), or Ascorsine-9/Ascorbade (with taurine, carnitine, etc.) has proven valuable in the treatment of cardiovascular diseases.