Low-Dose NaltrexoneLDN is recognized as a highly effective therapy for conditions ranging from cancer to autoimmune disorders to autism. What is LDN? Low-dose naltrexone (LDN) is a safe, inexpensive, yet underused drug that is extremely beneficial for patients with any condition marked by immune system dysfunction. Naltrexone has been used in 50 mg doses for decades to help patients recover from addiction to alcohol, heroin, and other opiate drugs. However, in the 1980s, New York City physician Bernard Bihari, MD, discovered that very low doses of naltrexone had profound effects on the immune system. He began giving patients with AIDS 1.5 to 4.5 mg of LDN at bedtime, and they had remarkable improvements. He then tried it with patients suffering with cancer and autoimmune disorders, with equally good results. Today, LDN is recognized as a highly effective therapy for conditions ranging from cancer to autoimmune disorders to autism. How Does LDN Work? LDN works by boosting levels of endorphins. Endorphins are peptides produced in the brain and adrenal glands that are best known for relieving pain and enhancing sense of well-being—they’re responsible for the “runner’s high” brought on by strenuous exercise. But these natural peptides are also powerful modulators of the immune system. When LDN is taken at bedtime, it attaches to opioid receptors and temporarily blocks endorphins from attaching. This signals the body to increase production of endorphins, which help orchestrate the activity of stem cells, macrophages, natural killer cells, T and B cells, and other immune cells. As a result, LDN enhances the body’s ability to fight disease.
Real-Life Success Stories Click here to read about how other people just like you used LDN to overcome serious disease and get back on the road to health. Additional Information Click here to read more about LDN. Contact Us To learn more about becoming a patient and receiving LDN therapy at the Whitaker Wellness Institute, contact a Patient Services Representative at (800) 488-1500 or click here. Come See UsThe Whitaker Wellness Institute is located near the Orange County/John Wayne Airport in Newport Beach, California. If you are looking for a physician willing to prescribe Low-Dose Naltrexone in Orange County, call (800) 488-1500 to make an appointment today. |
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