Recomendations from Dr. Andrew Weil: GOOD MORNING FROM DRWEIL.COM 10.15.2003 Tip: Dealing with Second-Hand Smoke Spending time with a smoker - even sitting by one in a restaurant or other public place - exposes you to second-hand smoke. Second-hand smoke is suspected of killing thousands of nonsmokers every year; it can also cause or worsen respiratory infections, ear infections and asthma. Other than avoiding smoky places, you can protect yourself from the effects of second-hand smoke by taking a daily multivitamin that includes these antioxidants: * Vitamin E. Vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant that protects cell membranes and helps prevent LDL cholesterol from oxidizing. * Vitamin C. Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that also functions as a powerful antioxidant. * Selenium. Selenium activates an antioxidant enzyme called glutathione peroxidase, which helps the body eliminate smoke-associated toxins. * Carotenoids. Beta-carotene, in conjunction with other carotenes, acts as an antioxidant and immune system booster. Other members of the antioxidant carotene family include alpha-carotene, zeaxanthin, lutein and lycopene. * Coenyzme Q10. Coenzyme Q10 is essential in cellular energy production and has antioxidant properties that help protect the body from free radicals. Thanks to Doris K. for sending us this information. Nature Review, 2/04 Press Release AACR, 5/06 Remember we are NOT Doctors and have NO medical training. This site is like an Encylopedia - there are many pages, many links on many topics. Support our work with any size DONATION - see left side of any page - for how to donate. You can help raise awareness of CAM.