Combat Inflammation and Pain, Safely and Naturally.
In November, five lots of Tylenol Red EZ-Open Cap Arthritis Pain Caplets were recalled—due to consumer complaints of a sickening moldy or musty odor. Now the recall has expanded to include all lots of Tylenol Arthritis Pain caps, as more people have experienced diarrhea, nausea, stomach pain, and vomiting from the use of these OTC (over-the-counter) pain relievers.
In October, Tylenol’s manufacturer, McNeil Consumer Healthcare (a subsidiary of Johnson and Johnson) recalled 21 children’s and infant’s Tylenol liquid products as a safeguard against potential bacterial contamination. And for a couple of years now, many experts have recommended banning these children’s cold and flu products—since there is no proof that they work.
Pulling these over-the-counter drugs off the shelves should serve as a wake-up call that even supposedly safe pain relievers carry real risk. Last summer, for example, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) looked into lowering the recommended dosage of acetaminophen (the active ingredient in Tylenol).
“The concern the FDA has is that the plethora of products, both prescription and nonprescription, can make it very easy for people to innocently take too much,” explains David Campen, MD, a rheumatologist at Kaiser Permanente in Santa Clara, California. “It gets very hard for an individual to keep track if they’re getting it from multiple sources,” he adds.
Dr. Ann Louise’s Take:
A 2006 study in the Journal of the American Medical Association shows that taking Tylenol for four days as directed increases the risk for liver damage. Even pain-relievers that have been used for 70 years—like aspirin—can cause serious health problems.
The British Heart Foundation finds that the risk of a major bleeding event—requiring hospitalization—is almost twice as high among people taking aspirin than in a placebo group. Not surprisingly, most experts now advise against routine use of even low-dose (baby) aspirin to prevent cardiovascular disease.
Despite the popular perception that over-the-counter drugs like Tylenol prevent pain and discomfort among athletes, the latest research into the physiological effects of these drugs shows just the opposite effect! These OTC pain relievers “…work by inhibiting the production of prostaglandins” that prevent pain, and these drugs actually slow the healing of injured tissues, says Stuart Warden, PhD, assistant professor and director of physical therapy at Indiana University.
Natural Anti-Inflammatories
Whether to prevent pain or for cardiovascular protection, several essential fatty acids are respected inflammation fighters. Inflammatory diseases are rampant today as we overeat land-animal foods at the detriment of cold-water fish and unprocessed oils.
Instead of treating symptoms of inflammation (pain and swelling), a diet high in omega-3 fats from chia seeds, fish oil, and flaxseed oil as well as gamma linolenic acid (GLA) from black currant seed, borage, and evening primrose oils provides anti-inflammatory prostaglandins. These good fats also lower cholesterol and triglycerides, ease depression, reduce the risk of autoimmune disorders, and combat allergies.
Safe Pain Relief
In 1949 Dr. Ana Aslan at the National Geriatric Institute in Bucharest, Romania, began treating elderly arthritis patients with a substance called procaine derived from two natural vitamin like compounds PABA (para-amino benzoic acid) and DEAE (diethylaminoethanol). To her amazement, these individuals not only found themselves pain free but also showed other improvements in their health.
Expanding her research to 15,000 pain patients ranging in age from 38 to 62, Dr. Aslan found that joint mobility improved in half of them. She theorized that procaine works by repairing aging and damaging cell membranes, allowing the body’s cells to absorb nutrients more efficiently.
Since then over 500 studies have explored procaine’s benefits, and for years I’ve recommended a patent-protected form of procaine, Ultra H-3, to my nutrition clients—with equally impressive results. To learn more about this safe pain reliever, click on UNI KEY in upper right-hand corner of my website (annlouise.com) and enter “pain relief” on the search bar.
Sources:
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2009/12/29/tylenol-recall-2009-arthr_n_405930.html
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20041811
http://newsinfo.iu.edu/web/page/print/12805.html
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/8338763.stm
http://articles.sfgate.com/2009-08-15/news/17175301_1_acetaminophen-vicodin-and-percocet-pain-relievers
http://www.ageless.co.za/procaine.htm
Visionary, health guru, diet/detox expert, author, spokesperson, role model, and natural foods icon, Ann Louise Gittleman has always been a trendsetter. 
Tylenol is truly scary stuff, and I’ve learned only to take coated aspirin when absolutely necessary (maybe 2 or 3 times a year). These NSAIDs can also cause rebound headaches, which usually go away with massage (basically rubbing my temples).
What you think about enzyme therapy (taking enzymes NOT with meals but inbetween) to prevent arthritis and other inflammatory pain? Or topical capsaicin?
BTW, I’m taking your 5-day Hot Metabolism Booster (and I love that new cocktail!). THANKS for ALL that you do!
Just FYI, Tylenol (Acetominophen) is NOT an NSAID. NSAID’s are ibuprofen, Advil Aleve, Motrin and others. But NOT Tylenol. Please get your facts straight before making such a sttatement. It’s inexcusable to have an article with a title that has such misinformation. Even if he point you’re making has some merit you should know the classification of a drug if you’re going to bash it.
Dear Tammy,
Technically you’re right, but people do tend to lump Tylenol with NSAIDs. And to take it for inflammatory conditions. If the FDA is concerned, our visitors should be too!
William M. Lee, MD, a liver disease specialist at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, is one of many experts who has written extensively on the dangers of Tylenol overdosing and how unaware people are about its risks (please see http://www.boston.com/news/health/articles/2009/10/05/getting_the_word_out_on_dangers_of_acetaminophen_overdose/ AND/OR http://www.time.com/time/magazine/article/0,9171,999644,00.html). Acetaminophen is so pervasive today that overdose is all too easy.
All these OTC pain relievers carry significant adverse effects, and unfortunately this blog doesn’t begin to have space enough to discuss them all—nor all the reputable sources warning health consumers of these risk.
Thank you, Administrator
For pain relief, nothing beats ice…
Thanks, TammyRN for the clarification. That was exactly my same first thought. Not an NSAID. Thankfully, most consumers and patients are aware of that, I find that my patients know much more now than in the past about what they are taking and the dangers vs the benefits. Tylenol certainly has its dangers especially with overdoses, but is the only pain reliever that some can take because of the risk of bleeding. I am all for using alternative pain relievers, but there are times that whether to function normally or not is at the heart of the decision to take something. I for one can only be active if I take something, so the benefits do outweigh the risk.
I have a hip replacement, with one of the best surgeons, Belgian, Dr. Koen DeSmet, who told me at the time (2002) to not take any NSAIDS whatsoever, as they are bone softening, as was the case with Celebrex and Vioxx and others. I took tylenol or Vicodin, but only once a day, at night. I still take it very occasionally, for a severe headache. I would be loathe to take it with any regularity. No scripts for me, either.
Greetings & Happy New Year.
I read all the testimonys about the ultr H3 & would like very much to try it. Sounds wonderful. I have been taking 800 Mg Ibuprphen & gabapentin for nerve pain in feet but without insurance now I can no longer get it due to price. I also take arth renew that has glucosamine, chondroitin, msm, vit c & B5 with antioxidant herbs but still have a lot of pain ( especially somach) Sounds like the ultra H3 might be all I would need to take. I also have lost a lot of hair due to thyroid (can’t get amour) . Would ultr H3 be good to take in place of these other??
Thank you, Sheila
To Sheila,
It sounds like you might have some serious nutritional problems. Perhaps you should look at the quality of foods that you are eating. If you bring more whole, unprocessed foods into your diet you might not have as bad a thyroid problem, and I have helped many people with neuropathy simply by introducing a better diet. Neuropathy is very painful and has three main causes: diabetes, very low vitamin intake with very imbalanced minerals (long term very highly refined food diet), and alcoholism. Since eating “real” foods doesn’t have to be expensive it might be a good additional treatment for you besides pain relievers. I realize that I might be off-base here, but experience suggests otherwise.
Please take care,
TammyRN seems a little upset. Strange. The statement “It’s inexcusable to have an article with a title that has such misinformation.” is confusing.
The title is “Tylenol Recall Points Out Dangers with OTC Pain Relievers”, nothing about NSAIDs in the title. Are you reading the same article??
I severely pulled my sciatic nerve when I was 28, (58 now); they advised total bed rest for 45 days or surgery. I chose staying in bed; longest 6 weeks of my life but it did heal back fairly well. The doctor also prescribed Tylenol 3 with codeine. At first I about had to live on them 24/7,(2) every 6 hrs, finally was able to take 4 halves a day and get by, still will pain but bearable. For about a year after that, I had to take half of one every now and then when I did too much and it’d flare up a bit.
BUT a few yrs later I developed an ulcer and that doctor said it was probably from the high doses of tylenol. He joked to me, “I’m way ahead of my time but I know tylenol is not good for your stomach lining or your liver”.
Maggie
You are not off base. Went thru much emotional times, bad divorce, parents died, changed jobs, moved ect & all close together. Now remarried & we were both laid off but know we will come thru with our faith in the Lord. I do need to eat better & exercise as much as can when feet let me. Thank you – you are right.
Sheila
Dear Shocked:
Thank you for your post. Actually, the original title of the article classified Tylenol incorrectly as TammyRN pointed out. Unfortunately, because of unforseen circumstances, I was not able to view the “title” of the blog before it went out or would have caught this misclassification.. Mea Culpa. Tylenol has also been connected to the rise in autism among children. Why? Because doctors give Children’s Tylenol after vaccinations due to concerns – proven to be unwarranted – about the effects of aspirin and Reyes Syndrome.
What if one is allergic to paba…is there an alternative to procaine and Ultra H-3?
I have NEVER left a comment of any kind but I felt compelled to do so since the subject of Tylenol has had such a personal impact on my life. My niece, 40 yrs. old, recently died from a combination of alcohol and Tylenol. It was a horific death and one which people should be aware of. If you drink at all…do not take Tylenol!
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