why sun?

With or without the formula, the sun for many can be effective. It can destroy tcells or immune cells. It can produce large amounts of vitamin D and also a "high test" form of Vitamin D which moderates the immune response. It also enhances the formula by limiting some side effects of Vitamin D which may occur by reducing inflammatory cytokines in the skin. As I got older the sun became less effective and finally seemed to have little effect on the increasing inflammation. The formula turned this around and the sun again is an effective component of the remission.

In a normal person supplemental vitamin D is not a problem and can add greatly to ones health. I have found that for some and especially in winter when there is no sun and one would take a higher dose of D, redness and some inflammation can accrue due to the peptide increase which coincides with higher D levels. This I have mentioned in previous posts. In the summer, the sun can mitigate these effects while at the same time destroying tcells in the plaques and causing changes in the skin due migrating melanocytes or tanning cells. In the winter, and without the good effects of the sun, we may have to look to other measures to reduce some of these angiogeneic effects some of which I am currently testing.

You'll find, with increased D levels from supplements and the sun, that you will tan faster, darker, and the skin will turnover less resulting in a tan that lasts longer..even through the winter. I think the tan has a duel purpose...after sufficient vitamin D is produced in the skin, it is to protect cells from radiation and also to limit folic acid loss from sunlight.

Much of these good effects from sunlight and the Vitamin D of the formula are dependent on whether you are one of the 60% who have vitamin D receptors which use Vitamin D efficiently. This is called VDR polymorphism and is both mentioned in previous posts and explained quite well in the doctors video.

barneys formula for beginners.

1000iu of vitamin D or D3 also called cholecalciferol can go up to 2000iu in summer (softgels preferred with no vitamin A in them)

one small multivitamin (one a day type)
one ibuprofen 200mg(advil or motrin)
one vitamin B12 25-100 mcg especially if over 60
one 400mcg folic acid (on the days you get sun)
one 100mcg selenium

3-6 fish oil 1000mg ..you might want to increase it depending on size and severity and reduce dosage to 3 or less if you get anxious, hyper or manic feelings
2 flax oil 1000mg

take all every day in any order with any meal(i do take the ibuprofen with the evening meal) and get some sun with no sunblock until prepink expose the skin to sun...as often as possible or a tanning booth can help.

ibuprofen

Ibuprofen has many names..tradenames like advil or motrin and many other names around the world..

some of these names are Alfam - 400, Arfen, Bren, Brufen, Embru, Enflem, Febrilix, Ibrumac, Ibubid T.R, Ibucon – 400/600, Ibugesic, Ibugesic SR, Ibugin , Iburin, Ibusynth, Ibusynth Forte, Inflapen CR, Myofen, Norswel, Nuren, Tabalon, Tricofen

Anyone with a history of allergy to ibuprofen, peptic ulcers, gastritis, or asthma should not take ibuprofen. Anyone planning to get pregnant should not take ibuprofen.

people with asthma should not take ibuprofen and this especially includes children..so if you have any health issues, etc ask a doctor.

Those who take aspirin for their heart have to be careful when taking ibuprofen. The ibuprofen has to be taken at least 3-4 hours(i would make it 6) after the aspirin to get the good heart effects of the aspirin. Aspirin causes a permanent change in blood platelets..by making them "more slippery". Ibuprofen can interfere with this effect so it must be take a few hours after the aspirin.

ibuprofen is unique ..has an effect on the tcells and a few other factors.... ibuprofen is the only nsaid that i've found to work with the formula.

Ibuprofen is a cox l and cox II inhibitor.. Cyclooxygenase (cox) are enzymes which make prostaglandins,,,compounds made from fatty acids which are necessarily for health but can present some problems..such as increasing inflammation.

Ibuprofen is not just a COX inhibitor but can also block transcription factors (proteins) of the NF-AT family which control the activation of genes encoding cytokines and also suppressing Tcell activation both of which are directly involved in inflammation.

one 200 mg tablet in the formula is 1/6 the normal adult dose.

It is in the body for 6-8 hours..so with the single dose, most of the day or for 18 hours your body is clear of ibuprofen and in this way its negatives may be reduced by allowing prostaglandin production which then can protect the stomach and heart.

ibuprofen is considered one of the safest nsaids..with a problem incidence in a normal dose (800mg/day) for a month or more in a population of 18-80years of age ..... 4 problems /10,000 users on a study sample of 40,000

long term (years) high dose (1200-1800mg/day is a standard treatment for children with cystic fibrosis and it is considered safe and effective under a doctors supervision.

low dose, long term (3-5yrs) ibuprofen has been shown to reduce the risk of Alzheimer's and colon cancer..probably due to its anti inflammatory nature but those observations alone do not warrant daily dosing.

interestingly, some of the anti inflammatory compounds in olive oil are chemically related to ibuprofen and induce the same taste to the roof of the mouth but you would have to drink a quart of olive oil daily to get the same effect.

finally, if the formula does help and you clear or get some remission...try the ibuprofen every other day or third day...the goal, as with anything, is to take the least amount to do the job..In the past, i have taken more.. and it seems to work less and may aggravate the problem


bj

FAQ

Some of the Frequently Asked Questions.

What size peppermint?

Usually it comes enteric coated so it opens in the small intestine and in 50mg, or 200mg or .2fl (187mg) doses

peak levels are achieved about an hour after you take it...so for the effect in the small intestine, approx one capsule a half to one hour before meals..

In IBS studies, the usual dosage was the .2fl ..one or two before meals...Some take the 200mg...i take the 50mg 3-4 times a day..but some days i forget entirely...it seems with time i need less...some days i just take it between meals on an empty stomach

..the actual effect on the small intestine may not need food for effect...i also take peppermint altoids randomly

Do i have to take the one ibuprofen?
>>>For most, the low dose is safe and yes, it appears for the formula to be effective, the ibuprofen is needed. Results without it are about 60%. For children, see a doctor and anyone with asthma (especially children) see a doctor first.

What dose of Vitamin D in the spring and summer?
>>>I suggest 1000iu-1500iu with sun. In the fall and winter this would increase to 3-5000iu/day depending on bodyweight

Can I take Barneys "lite"...just the D, ibuprofen and multivitamin?
>>>>You can, some have cleared on it. I believe the best clearing includes the b12,folate and fish oil or flax oil..and peppermint

What if i only can find the hard pills of vitamin D and i can't find the soft gels?
>>>>Although the softs seem to be better absorbed...the hard pills will work fine if taken with a full meal which contains some fat or oil. The hard pill with a piece of fruit won't work...it has to be a meal..milk.oil,meat,butter,peanut butter etc, salad dressing..

Can i take the formula all at once?
>>>> yes...any time of the day or all at once...but with a meal or snack...if you take the fish oil, i would buy enteric coated or burpless..and take it with a meal. Ibuprofen can interfere with the good effects of the fish oil so i would take the one ibu in the evening.

How much Vitamin D is safe?
>>>> The safe upper limit for most children and adults is 2000iu/day. Some prominent scientists believe this should be raised to 10,000iu/day. Some with previous conditions such as sarcoidosisis, some lymphomas, hyperparathyroidism can not take supplemental Vitamin D since their condition already makes too much. Most in the northern and far southern latitudes, especially in winter, have a serious deficit of Vitamin D.

Why doesn't my doctor know about Vitamin D and test for it?
>>>>>This is new information for most including doctors. It was only in the last few years that some of the many good effects of vitamin D has been determined. In the past it was thought to basically regulate calcium levels. Recent discoveries have added to it's related effects on immune response as well as many organ systems. Watch the Doctors video i posted to get a better understanding then i can give.

It says Vitamin A is included with my Vitamin D..should I take it?
No, Some companies add vitamin A to their D, we do not want any additional vitamin A above what is in the small multivitamin ...and that should only be 3000iu of A or less.

I have started and get severe itching, what do you think?
>>>>For many, a week of itching is normal and i think part of the healing process. If itching is bothersome or a concern then i would back off the formula for a few days and either start with smaller doses or take one ingredient for a few days and add the rest at a slower pace.
I took an extra ibuprofen if the itching was severe and load up on eucerine lotion....but it seems to only affect some and then for about a week.



i will add more ..if anyone has any questions..email me and i'll post them..


mailto: bj@barneysformula.net

What amounts for spring?

Well, most of North America and Europe is now getting adequate amounts of uvb sunlight to make Vitamin D in our skin. Conversely, our friends in the southern hemisphere are looking at their fall and winter...so they may have to increase their levels of D.

The sun can have many other positive effects beyond producing Vitamin D . It can effect both the number of tcells and their behavior. It also causes melanocytes or tanning cells to migrate to the surface of the skin. All three things are a small part of the puzzle.

The formula should be changed for the spring and summer..

Vitamin D should be reduced to 1000iu to 2000iu/day. Gelcaps in oil if possible but the white pills will work...just make certain you take them with a full meal anytime during of the day so they are absorbed,....1000iu is adequate if you get sun...and its what i take along with the 400iu of D in the multivitamin. If you are a larger person or don't get as much sun then a total of 2000iu may work better.

50mg enteric coated peppermint oil before meals or two peppermint altoids before after and between meals

ibuprofen....................200mg (advil or motrin) I take it in the evening....but you can take it anytime . ... always with fluid and a snack

Small multivitamin ...a small one a day or childrens multi vitamin ...with not more then 3000iu of Vitamin A

if you can afford it or have access, i would also take.

25-100 mcg of b12..especially if over 60
100-200mcg selenium...if you are small 100mcg...larger 200mcg
400mcg folic acid (in the summer with sun) there is another 400mcg in the multi.

3-5 fish oil or 2 flax oil at your discretion.....I now take 5 fish oil and 2 flax oil and split them up to at morning and evening meals...some don't like the burp effects of fish oil...change the brand or enteric coated fish oil is effective.

With a little sun this can be very effective...a sun tan booth can also help...you might have an itching stage for about a week...this will pass and an extra ibuprofen might temporarily help with the itching. This should be easy.to do and you should feel good on it... moods will improve. If you don't feel good...then back up...take just the 1000iu of D..after a few days slowly add the multi...another few day, then the ibu...and over a week of two add the rest...

In this next week I will add a FAQ (frequently asked questions)

If you have any questions, feel free to email me at bj@barneysformula.net

good luck...bj