PATTERNS OF DISEASE Why  There Have Been No Cures for Chronic and Life-Threatening Diseases,  or The Common Cold? The following is a brief discussion of some of the aspects of the fundamental biochemical and physiologic relationships  concerning the primary "Metabolic Patterns", which are pivotal points of the body's ability to heal. They consist of patterns which relate to digestion and assimilation; reproductive function and neurotransmitter metabolism; and neurologic function, cell membrane integrity, and nutrient delivery. The following metabolic relationships are classified according to specific organs and physiologic functions or biochemical processes. You will find dietary and nutritional recommendations for support  of each Pattern or condition at the end of each section. DIGESTION  AND ASSIMILATION Pattern  I : Protein Digestion as It Effects Nitrogen and Bacterial Balance, and Oxygenation: Allergies Ear infections Hoarseness Anoxia Emotional irritation Lack of focus Bacterial infections Flu L5 Discopathy/low  back pain Coated tongue Geographic tongue Poor appetite Colds Hay fever Sinusitis Constricted throat Headaches Strep throat/tonsillitis Dark circles under eyes Hiatal hernia Vomiting or diarrhea due to infection Pattern II : Steroid Hormones as They Effect Blood Proteins and The Heart: Angina Hiccups Kidney stones Anxiety  (panting breath) Hyperactivity Nausea Cold sweats Indigestion (achlorhydria) Panic attacks Excessive stress Infarction Swelling (ankles,  feet, hands, eyes) Gout Kidney disease Weak digestion Heart disease Pattern  III : The Lung and Breath as They Effect Circulation, Hemoglobin, and  Protein Anabolism: Anemias Frequent infections Lymphatic congestion Autoimmune issues High voice pitch Swelling: non-traumatic Blood clotting abnormalities Immune function Pattern  IV : Fat Metabolism and Its Effect on Capillary Beds, Cell Membranes, and Nutrient Delivery: Aneurysms Bruising Nose bleeds Breast disease Circulatory issues (cold hands & feet) Phlebitis Pattern  V : Carbohydrate Metabolism and Its Effect on The Gall Bladder, Liver, and Fat Metabolism: Abdominal distention Dry skin Itching Arteriosclerosis Fascitis Jaundice Arthritis Gall bladder disease Liver disease Bloating Hepatitis Pancreatitis Burping Hypercholesterolemia Phlebitis Candida Indigestion/nausea Right neck and/or  shoulder pain Citrus intolerance Inflammatory diseases (all -itis') Tendonitits Dermatitis Intestinal cramps Ulcer Diarrhea Irritable bowel syndrome Pattern  VI : Vegetable Fiber and Its Effect on Blood Sugar: Diabetes Epilepsy Neurologic tremors Parkinson's HORMONAL AND NEUROTRANSMITTER METABOLISM Pattern  VII : Fat Metabolism and Its Effect on The Brain and Blood Sugar: Aneurysm Migraines Sex drive (suppressed  by melatonin) Epilepsy Prolactin issues Slurred speech Insecure/low self  esteem Seasonal depression Stroke (vascular integrity) Melatonin Sleep issues (melatonin) Pattern  VIII : Cholesterol Metabolism and Its Effect on The Reproductive Hormones: Amenorrhea Hyper/hypotension Ovarian dysfunction Blushing/hot flashes Menopause Psoriasis Cold sweats Hot  flashes           Painful                             intercourse Stroke (hypertensive) Connective tissue  diseases Insomnia               Osteoporosis Testosterone Estrogen Issues Mood swings      Vaginal                                  dryness Pattern  IX : Blood Sugar and Its Effect on Aerobic and Phospholipids Metabolism: Acne Asthma Emphysema Apnea Bronchitis Pneumocystitis Pattern  X : Colon Toxicity and Its Effect on The Uterus, Prostate, and White  Blood Cells: Autoimmune disease Gingivitis Place responsibility on others Bed wetting Hemorrhoids (colon spasticity) Prostaglandins Breast disease Hepatitis Prostate disease Chronic fatigue syndrome Inhalant allergies Sciatica/Piriformis Environmental sensitivities Itchy nose/eyes/mouth Sneezing Failing vision Multiple sclerosis Uterine disease (endometriosis, etc.) Fever (low grade) Necrotic fallopian tube Varicose veins Fibromyalgia Ovarian cysts Viral infections Pattern  XI : Blood Proteins and Their Effect on The Thyroid, Anterior Pituitary, and Colon Health: Binging Hypo/hyperthyroidism Progesterone issues Bulimia Hypoglycemia Seafood intolerance Depression Melatonin issues Sex drive Eating disorders Menorrhagia Sugar cravings Epilepsy Multiple sclerosis Testosterone issues Goiter PMS Vitiligo Pattern  XII : The Lymphatic System and Its Effect on The Fluids Around The  Cell (ECF), The Posterior Pituitary, and Bladder: Bladder infections Cystitis Frequent urination Blood clotting issues Edema Lymphatic congestion Musculoskeletal  Trauma Download Dietary Chart (PDF) Download Patterns  I - XII (PDF) Top of Page Back to Articles