In Search Of Heroes Spreads Good News About Everyday, Real-Life Heroes Who Deserve Recognition For Their Good Works

This is a testimonial about the life of Doctor David Ganong, who recently passed away a week ago from a heart attack.

David Ganong was a dear friend of mine. He was one of the finest people I have had the privilege of knowing. He was a true giant of a man, a real hero and inspiration to me.

David was one of the many brave individuals, along with Michael Borkin, NMD, Donald Carrow, MD, Garry Gordon, MD, Alfred Johnson, DO, Linda Martin, DO, Robert Martin, MD, Ralph Miranda, MD, Robert Rowen, MD, Michael Schachter, MD, Murray Susser, MD, John Parks Trowbridge, MD, J. Robert Winslow, DO, Jonathan Wright, MD, Boyd Bennett, Jacob Swilling, PhD, Secretary Walter J. Hickel, Senator Jerry Ward, Dr. Morton Walker and many others, who battled against the ignorance and close-mind ness of government officials, conventional medical doctors and pharmaceutical companies so that people in the United States would have freedom to choose from all the different conventional and natural therapies available

You can read more about them at www.HealthyDoctors.com, a site I created to honor the alternative medicine heroes I met over 24 years in that industry.

Unfortunately, back in those days, conventional medicine doctors, dentists and pharmaceutical companies, were dead set against people having the freedom to choose alternatives to dangerous drugs with harmful side-effects and major surgery. The freedom to choose any form of therapy, natural healing or conventional methods, was a long time coming.

In retrospect, after almost 14 years have passed, I now realize most doctors, dentists and individuals in pharmaceutical companies are fine, caring individuals who were ignorant about natural healing methods. They were threatened by what they thought was pure quackery and outrageous schemes to rip-off their patients.

Now, I am much wiser. After taking care of my dad and mom, who had catastrophic illnesses two years ago, within three months of each other, I realize the value of conventional medicine and its rightful place in the hierarchy of therapies that keep people alive. The doctors, nurses and physical therapists I have had the opportunity to work with, to help my mom and dad, have been outstanding, caring individuals who do not get the credit they deserve.

But, 16 years ago, David and I and the other alternative medicine pioneers were filled with zeal to educate people about alternative medicine therapies. Dr. Ganong and many of the other pioneers put their lives and financial futures on the line to help their patients receive the therapies they found most effective and least harmful.

David was a valuable ally in the war against closed minded individuals who were preventing people from having the freedom to choose. He, as well as many of the other pioneers, were attacked by ignorant, close-minded individuals in the government, media and their own medical societies.

Many of them lost their practices, homes and ability to make a living. Some were even jailed and persecuted by their medical peers and the FDA and FTC…all because they were stalwart individuals, like the founding fathers of this country, who refused to give into ignorance, close-mindedness and oppression. They decided to do the right thing…to stand up for freedom for all...no matter the horrific consequences in their own lives they knew were inevitable.

The huge battle between conventional medicine and alternative medicine continues even today. But, many of those in conventional medicine now realize the value of natural methods of healing, and the power of the mind and spirit and a healthy lifestyle.

David Ganong was an incredibly skilled dentist, a pioneer in alternative medicine, who early on realized that Mercury amalgams had a negative impact on the body. The studies in Europe were conclusive and he made the decision to help rather than harm his patients. When he told me about the harmful effects of mercury amalgam fillings, I was amazed. I had suffered from weird health problems and increased mental instability from my youth.

During my early life my teeth rotted in my mouth because of too much sugar. Every six months I had to go to the dentist to get three to four more painful fillings. When David shared with me the importance of taking care of my teeth I realized I should have taken my dentist's advice to brush and floss often and not eat candy.

As a consequence of my poor dental hygiene and diet, even today at the age of 57, I am still having problems with my teeth and gums. The cost of dental care over my lifetime has been astronomical. And even though recent studies say there is no harm from mercury amalgam fillings, I saw a radical improvement in my health that had been disintegrating for many years.

David helped me get the mercury fillings out. I experienced a dramatic improvement in my health. I was in a desperate situation when I met David because most of the mercury fillings in my mouth had corroded and expanded so much that many of my amalgam filled teeth fractured while I was chewing. I was so grateful to David for his kindness and charity in helping me get rid of the mercury in my mouth while I was still experiencing unexplained sicknesses and psychosis. (Removing the mercury fillings is not a cure all but has a place in your overall strategy to achieve optimal health.)

David was also one of the pioneers in using nutrition and energetic medicine to help his patients achieve a higher level of health. David knew that the health of your teeth was a direct indicator of the health of your body. It only took a decrease in health by 25% to cause decay in the teeth.

Dr. Ganong really had an amazing desire to help people and tell them the truth about the dangers of mercury amalgam fillings, the importance of nutrition and the value of consistent cleaning and flossing of your teeth.
Over the years David became a very good friend. In fact his son David, was my first hero-in- training back in 1992. When I started the "In Search Of Heroes Program," David sent his son to spend two weeks with me to learn how to be a hero.

It was quite an experience for both me and young David, who was thirteen at the time. You can read the articles and see the photos of the beginning of the "In Search Of Heroes Program" by clicking the links below:

Click Here for the photos of the many people who helped make the "In Search Of Heroes™" Program a success.

Click Here to see the newspaper articles, business letters, faxes, mind-maps and PowerPoint presentations from the original "In Search Of Heroes™" Program.

Click Here to watch the video interviews of original local and national heroes.

When little David came out I was astounded on how hard it was to be a good example to young people. David, the father sent money and healthy nutrients for me to keep my energy levels up and keep my mind working, so I could take care of a thirteen year old for two weeks. I had no idea how hard it was to take care of a young person 24 hours a day seven days a week.

When little David came out I was astounded on how hard it was to be a good example to young people. David, the father sent money and healthy nutrients for me to keep my energy levels up and keep my mind working, so I could take care of a thirteen year old for two weeks. I had no idea how hard it was to be a temporary parent to a young person 24 hours a day seven days a week.

While David was with me in Coronado, he went to work with me to the "Coronado Eagle Newspaper" to increase his journalistic skills and prepare for going in search of heroes at the "San Diego Comic Convention" and "Disneyland," "Magic Mountain" and "Universal Studios." David also helped one of the local businesspeople, Kelly with her computer.

When Dave and I went to the "San Diego Comic Convention" he helped out in many ways. He assisted the owners of “Defiant Comics,” the company that created the “Good Guys Comic Book" series. This comic series was based on the lives and characters of eight real-life kids that wrote stories about why they are heroes and should be the models for the characters in the comic book.

In fact, David wanted to be one of the characters in the comics along with Laura Neale, the daughter of dear friends, Ted and Cindy Neale. David and Laura both submitted their entries.

Out of thousands of entries, Laura was one of the winners and the comic book artists created her character named “Flex.” Even though David did not win, at the "San Diego Comic Convention" he helped out every way he could.

David even had the opportunity to do an interview with Jim Shooter, an early writer for the “Superman Comic Book Series” and former editor-in-chief of “Marvel Comics.” Jim was also the creator of “Defiant Comics,” the force behind the manifestation of the “Good Guys Comic Book Series.” David was thrilled. You can read his interview that was posted in the “Coronado Eagle Newspaper" by clicking the links above.

David even had the opportunity to experience with me the most embarrassing moment of my life. There was a costume contest at the "San Diego Comic Convention" every year from the very beginning. For most of the years, I showed up just as my right-brain-super-hero-for-health, Captain Biorhythm. Of course, I never won anything because in the late 1970s and 1980s brain integration and natural health was still considered outside the main stream.

In preparation for the contest, I told David I was going to expose the myth of everyone having only one personality. I decided to teach people about their right and left brain personalities by dressing in my left brain "Ralph Zuranski" business suit and having my right brain "Captain Biorhythm" costume underneath and then my integrated brain "Bioman" under that.

I told David that when it was my turn on stage, I would appear as Ralph, then take off that costume, reveal the "Captain Biorhythm" costume underneath and then strip down to the "Bioman" costume. My goal was to teach the audience about the benefits of using both their right and left brains together to become the ultimate human beings called" Biomen" and "Biowomen." I would then demonstrate how I could play tennis with two tennis rackets simultaneously.

Both David and I were in for a rude awakening. As I started to take off my "Ralph Zuranski" costume, the people in charge of the lighting thought that I was pervert. They believed I was going to expose a different part of my anatomy to shock the people in the audience.

They turned off the lights. I stood there in total darkness. Initially there was total silence. People did not know what to expect. Finally individuals started yelling out loud:
“Turn on the lights. Let him finish.”
“Get off the stage, you child molester.”

Many other unkind things were said. One kind person used his flashlight to beam a light on me so I could expose the three aspects of the human mind. As I finished with my “Bioman” costume, the ultimate integration of the right and left brain hemispheres, where people become totally realized human beings, capable of anything, I proudly walked off the stage. As I walked off the stage, the “Boos” of the audience punctuated the silence.

Even though I was reviled for doing something I believed was right and important, the verbal abuse and massive rejection was extremely painful. When I reached the back stage David was so concerned. He said, “How could you survive such an embarrassing situation?”

I told him, “David, if you really believe in the value and potential benefits of what you are doing and the message you are trying to get out to the world, no amount of embarrassment or harassment can stop you. Yes, I was totally embarrassed, but I don’t mind looking like a fool, if I am doing what I think is the right thing and trying to help others. Most of the people in the audience are just not ready for my message. Don’t ever be afraid to do the right thing...no matter the consequences. Ultimately, you will be victorious if you only persevere.”

As I look back on this most embarrassing of moments, I think of David’s dad who always did what was right. He single-handedly fought against the American Dental Association, to get them to realize that the Mercury amalgam fillings are not the best option for their patients.

The amount of difficulties his stand for what he thought was right created many problems for him and his family but, David fought for what he believed. He made a stand when few others would...a rare person the world needs more of now, especially in these days of wars, trials, tribulations, high gas prices, dead end jobs, etc.

Captain Biorhythms motto was, "Rise up heroes and heroines, the world needs you now." David was a true hero. His passing saddens my heart. But, I realize he is in heaven and experiencing incredible joy. I know he loved and served God and did everything he could do to help humanity with every ounce of his being.

David, we the family, friends and people left behind, that you served and you loved, will miss you very much. My heart goes out to David’s entire family. I am personally very grateful for the time we had together. You inspired and encouraged me to continue on with my heroes program.

Today I honor Doctor David Ganong, the father, friend and alternative medicine pioneer, who was such an inspiration and hero in my life. We stood shoulder to shoulder, trying to educate the world about the harmful effects of electromagnetic field radiation and the benefits of alternative medicine dentistry.

I was grateful to have someone stand beside me. You were a giant among men and your courage to take on the US government and huge medical and pharmaceutical organizations at your own expense was inspirational. You and your family suffered for you doing the right thing, to help people to understand the value of alternative medicine and the importance of the freedom of choice.

I salute you and raise a cheer for you. I was and am encouraged by your courageous example. You were a dear friend and someone who made a positive difference in the lives of many people while you were here on earth.
I just wish there were more men like you, David Ganong, my dear friend, who dedicated his life to doing the right thing and helping others for truly, by your presence here on earth you made the world a better place.

I can hardly wait to see you again in eternity and hug you as a dear brother for I know without a doubt your son David will make you proud. He is your legacy and the fulfillment of a parent’s job well done.

Many of the alternative medicine pioneers are also the health heroes for the In Search Of Heroes Program.

Doctor Michael Borkin, NMD is a leader and pioneer in research on hormones and how to balance them. Click Here to read Dr. Borkin's article about stress. Click Here to see videos of Dr. Borkin's health heroes interview. Click Here to see his video about overcoming stress.

Doctor Dean Howell, NMD created a therapy called Neurocranial Restructuring that balances all the bones in the body and skull so the entire body can work the way it was designed to. Click Here to listen to Dr. Howell's health heroes interview.

Richard Merbler is one of the top rolfers in the world who transforms people's bodies and emotions for the better through deep tissue massage.

Doctor Ralph Miranda, MD is a leader in medicine and a well-known speaker and teacher at medical conferences. Click Here to see his health heroes interview.

Doctor Bob Martin, MD is a leader in sports medicine and has worked with student and Olympic athletes.

Doctor Linda Martin, DO has one of the most well-rounded perspectives on medicine because she has been a human guinea pig for health for many years.

Doctor Robert Rowen, MD is personally responsible for medical freedom by making a stand for the residents of Alaska when he, Governor Hickel, Senator Ward and others fought to make beneficial therapies available for residents. Click Here to listen to Dr. Rowen's educational program.

Doctor Jonathan Wright, MD has been a pioneer in nutrition and wrote some of the first books on this subject. Click Here to see his health heroes video.