Cure Cystic Fibrosis Naturally

i just found this site seeking info for my husbands kidney stones and when I saw your headline treatment and cure for cf as a mother of a cf child my heart sank. I plan on getting my son started on a mild Apple Cider Vinegar regimin due to fear of kidney stones he has excesive vit a and deficient in d. Lungs are surprisingly awsome but digestive is bad many many pills to digest food must be taken. it is incredibly hard to believe he is overweight thanks to an appetite enhancer called megace which saved his life very young. He had a food tube placed but it made him very ill and by the grace of god we found a dr to remove it and that dr gave him megace after that we have been sailing very well he is not required to take it anymore due to his weight gain and we are very pleased with his lungs. I wish anyone well whom suffers or knows someone whom suffers with cf. I hope this info may help someone.

Stacy, I just read your post, as I am an avid EarthClinic reader and a Mom to a beautiful child with CF. I had started an ACV reginem with my Daughter earlier in the year (2011), however, we noticed her digestive enzymes were becoming less effective. As it turns out, the vinegar was helping the enzymes release in her stomach (too early) instead of in her intestines, where they work to their full potential.

I do hope you are having no ill effect of using ACV, I thought it may be helpful to share what had happened to us. My four other healthy children take ACV with no known problems.

Hi thank you for your input about turmeric. I have, also, heard about many benefits of it for everyone. May I ask how you use it? I'm having a hard time finding out how to add it to my daily diet. Thank you so much!!

Margaret, I fill my own capsules (you can buy empty ones). I also put in a few grains of black pepper, since it is said to enhance absorption. And take the capsules with something oily (coconut oil?) as it works with oil.

Hello, Margaret (Oceanside NY)

There is a lot of confusion by western people on Turmeric. This taking with capsules does little. The way everybody takes it in India/Asia is with oil and other herbal spices also in milk. Western dairy is poisoned. You could use almond or coconut milk.

First of all, whatever I have studied for years while giving Introduction to Ayurveda, there never was any mention of pepper " to make it absorbable". Not one of the many books, or people I have talked to.

This is because western people are not aware that all foods/medicines according to the basic principles of Ayurveda are classified by their dry or sweet or salty or hot or cold nature. (just briefly). Food should thus be tailored for the individual dosha, especially in the young, elderly or sick.

Turmeric according to some professional opinions, is neither hot nor cold in nature. That is why it is good for any dosha. Dosha is the individual chemical predominance and mixture of the individual human body but pervades everything in creation.

To be able to do its good, this herb has an affinity to oily substances like ghee or other natural oils. It will thus not disturb the balance in individual bodies. To add pepper would be disturbing and unbalancing some dosha like the pitta (fire) dosha. Most people in the west are of the pitta dosha. So you see, there is no thing as one shirt fits all at all in Eastern Medicine.

For healing wounds, if the wound is dry, use coconut oil with turmeric . If the affected area is wet, use the dry powder.

But capsules are a western convenient thing and in my opinion, do very little.

So the idea to add pepper to turmeric is somebody's fancy?

To make best use of turmeric put a half tsp. of turmeric into a ladle adding some olive oil or coconut oil or ghee into the ladle. Hold the bottom of the ladle into hot water or soup as you do the cooking and when dissolved in the oil, pour over your veggies, soup etc. That is the best way to do it. You can also warm and dissolve the t. in the pan , then adding the food to cook but the oil will be exposed to much heat. Knowing after some study that pepper has no place in this process, it can be added individually or later during the cooking process in the food but it will not be of use to make turmeric more "absorbable".

There are books available for study and info online. Ayurveda will be the medicine of the future but the time is not yet, though soon. Space will not allow more info. but is available on search.

Namaste, Om

"Western dairy is poisoned" is a SEVERE understatement.

This is the study where the pepper and increased absorption comes from.

http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/9619120

Thank you. As I become more resistant to antibiotics, I continue to look for anything that may help reduce inflammation or infection.

Dr. Batmanghelidj wrote two things about it in his book ABC OF ASTHMA ALLEGIES & LUPUS and if you have CF, ... I encourage you to read all his books for improved overall health.

Adding to my post, I wondered about magnesium for CF and they warn them not to use mag and I wondered why and Carolyn Dean has some info on magnesium and Cystic Fibrosis on her magnesium site. Salt, mag and calcium and potassium all need each other to do what they do in the body.

Dr. Batman was talking about salt retention and mag association and that seems to be an important connection because salt thins out muscus secretions and CF is thick mucus I think....

I really don't know much at all , and did terrible in science and biology in school I have just been sick and looking for answers.

I wonder if someone with CF could take the epson salt and baking soda in bath 1/2 cup of each and feel some relief ? Or would it hurt them?

Hope you find every answer you need.... Love, Joy

I'd recommend investigating the gluten link with CF. Giving up all grains can have a miraculous effect.. read Breaking the Vicious Cycle by Elaine Gottschall for the why's, wherefores and recipes.

The osmolyte xylitol reduces the salt concentration of airway surface liquid and may enhance bacterial killing - PMC (nih.gov)

What Is Xylitol? Potential Benefits vs. Side Effects - Dr. Axe (draxe.com)

Hi Anon from Hanover, Pa, I have read about Himalayan salt brine working for people with all lung ailments. I'm wondering where you get Himalayan salt brine from organic health food store, regular grocery store. Also what you do with it how much you use. Also how long it took for improvements. Because I need to "pass" a pft for the military. I'm at low 80% and the doctor said I may have borderline obstructive lung diease. I'm desperate for help.

Also have you tried Oil pulling or ACV? Thanks!

Trader Joe's used to sell (not sure if they still do) Himalayan Pink Salt in a grinder. I'm sure you could also find some online. - Jen

Hello. I buy my Himalayan salt online, either from san franciso salt company or himalayan salt cart.

I make the brine myself. Using a glass jelly jar put 1 inch of himalayan salt in the bottom and fill the rest of the jar (about 3-4 inches) up with spring water, I use deer park. Let it sit for 24hrs and if there's still salt in the bottom of the jar it's ready to drink. U always want salt left in the bottom of the jar, then when your water runs low just refill the jar 1 inch of salt on the bottom and fill the rest w/ water. If you google himalayan salt brine all this info will come up.

I started out using 1 tsp a day w/ 8 oz of water. I did that for 2 wks then I bumped in up to 2 tsp w/ 8oz of spring water. I've been doing that now for almost 5 months.

U do this 1st thing in the morning before u eat or drink anything. Drink your brine w/ spring water and wait 10 minutes before eating or drinking anything else.

I noticed a difference in my breathing in about 4 wks. Now 5 months later I feel a big difference. Normally my FEV1 runs in the mid 40's% but this past winter was basically cold after cold for me so my FEV1 went down to the upper 30's%. I was around 38% for about 4 or 5 months and I couldn't get back to the 40's. So my Dr wanted me back in a month to recheck. During that month I started the salt brine, went back in 5 wks and my FEV1 was 50% my doc couldn't believe it. Up 13% in 5 wks without any antibiotics or other drugs. I actually just went back for another PFt Wednesday (2.5 months from 50%) and it went up to 51%. So I'm still higher than my usual 40's%.

Hopefully this helps. Good luck!

I've never tried the other things you've mentioned.

Hi Anon, I live nearby in Wyoming, Pa. I too use and my daugher (who has 2 girls with CF) Himalayan salt lamps. Im intrigued by where is there a salt cave nearby. Im also interested in your salt water mixture for drinking. Thank you

I am a critical care (certified) RN with 24 years experience. During that time I have seen several patients admitted for a high alkalosis condition brought on by regular (daily) ingestion of Himalayan mineral salt or baking soda. The mineral salts have a pH around 8.4. These patients required immediate placement of a breathing tube and mechanical breathing support. The normal pH of the blood is a very narrow 7.35 to 7.45. This balance is necessary for the proper functioning of all organs (think heart! , brain!), furthermore this balance is delicately managed by the lungs and kidneys and it takes the body far longer to respond to and correct high alkolosis than it does high acidosis. Proper pH testing and monitoring should be performed while using this type of therapy.

Hi... Just wondering how you mix the himalayan salt drink!

Hi, I'm from Pakistan and we have world's 2nd largest Himalayan salt mines in Khewra, Pakistan. I can assist sending salt and salt lamps. My daughter is also CF and now plan to take her to Khewra and using himalayan salt.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Khewra_Salt_Mine

I would like to get in contact with you about getting salt from the mines. Thanks

Did it raise your blood pressure?

I have cystic fibrosis & have started ingesting 35% food grade HP as indicated. I am curious to know if I should also do the inhalation method & if its safe to do both at the same time? How do I dilute the 35% FGHP to 3% for inhalation? Is it recommended to use store bought 3% HP? Once diluted (35% FGHP) it is only effective for 15 mins - does this also refer to the inhalation method?

Michelle from Canada: There's lots of info right here on Earth Clinic about the inhalation method.

https://www.earthclinic.com/remedies/hydrogen_peroxide_inhalation.html

Nasal Spray:

Mix 1 Tablespoon of 3.5% diluted hydrogen peroxide solution with 8 oz (1 C) of distilled water for use as a nasal spray. Use 2-3 squirts of this nasal spray throughout the day when you start experiencing signs of congestion. Better yet, try it daily and see if it helps ward off congestion during the cold and flu season.

http://www.educate-yourself.org/cancer/benefitsofhydrogenperozide17jul03.shtml

This is in repsonse to Michelle from Canada. I also have Cystic Fibrosis and I would like to know how FGHP has helped you. Have you tried it in your nebulizer yet or still taking it orally? I just got my bottle of FGHP today and I can't wait to start tomorrow!! I'm so tired of the constant antibiotics. I have an enlarged liver and I believe its from all the antibiotics that I've been on throughout the years. Just curious to hear from someone with cf.

I just got my blood work back from the hospital and it states that I'm positive for MRSA. I have cystic fibrosis. this is not the first time I've had it and I believe I got it from the hospital a couple years ago) I just got off 2 weeks iv meropenom (3x/day) and Tobramycin (1x/day). The blood test was BEFORE my course of antibiotics. I'm wondering if the iv meds killed the mrsa or not. I have an appt in 2 days where I can discuss this with my doctor. But what I'd like to know is if FGHP inhalation therapy kills MRSA. I just started my therapy today and have had great results. I plan on doing it and will write in to let everyone know how it's worked once a couple weeks has past.

Do you ladies have any update on how using food grade hydrogen peroxide has helped your Cystic Fibrosis?

How far apart should the doses be spaced?

I know this is an old post but I have some questions for you, could you please reply if you are still on Earth Clinic? Thank you so much!

In reply to Clegg (Dublin, Ga),

The oil of oregano is certainly powerful and I hope it is the answer for your grandson Elijah!

On a related note, I thought you might find the below case study interesting.

If you scour the CF message boards, you will find that once you get through the negative comments from people who have never used quality colloidal silver, the people who have used it orally, through a nebuliser and through a sonic vaporizer have found it quite helpful at ameliorating CF symptoms as well as improving quality of life.

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J R Soc Med. 2008 Jul 1; 101(Suppl 1): 51–52. doi: 10.1258/jrsm.2008.s18012PMCID: PMC2443992

Colloidal silver for lung disease in cystic fibrosis

VR Baral, AL Dewar, and GJ ConnettRegional Cystic Fibrosis Service, Southampton General Hospital, Tremona Road, Southampton, SO16 6YDCorrespondence to: Dr Gary Connett [email protected] or Dr VR Baral [email protected]Author information

Introduction

Cystic Fibrosis (CF) families commonly consider alternative or complimentary therapies of questionable value. We report the case of a 12-year-old boy with severe CF lung complications who was treated by his family with colloidal silver.

Case report

The child was diagnosed aged two (homozygous ΔF508) following investigations for faltering growth. He had extensive left lower lobe bronchiectasis and positive Pseudomonas aeruginosa cultures at diagnosis. This organism persisted despite aggressive IV antibiotics, long term nebulized colomycin, bronchoscopy and a prolonged in-patient stay. Aged three he developed pseudomembranous colitis requiring prolonged intensive care. Aged six he developed severe, steroid-dependent, relapsing allergic broncho-pulmonary aspergillosis (ABPA) and right mid-zone bronchiectasis. Atopic asthma also proved increasingly problematic, with evidence of sensitization and wheezing in relation to several aeroallergens, including house dust mite and cat. He had a significant step up in FEV1 after a trial of rhDNase (pulmozyme) and this drug was added to his treatment regime. Spirometry plateaued around 60%, with frequent deteriorations caused by wheezing episodes and infective exacerbations. Aged 10 his FEV1 deteriorated to 40% predicted with severe episodic wheeze. A Brompton referral was made to consider monthly IVIG therapy (not given) and regular IV antibiotics and aggressive ABPA treatment were recommended.

Aged 11, the patient isolated Burkholderia multivorans and Stenotrophomonas maltophilia. Pulmonary status deteriorated to an FEV1 of 24%. In March 2006, he was treated with prolonged IV and oral antibiotics, steroids and antifungals. Lung function recovered to around 40% but he remained markedly symptomatic, with persistent cough, breathlessness and wheeze after physical activity. Because of these complications he was referred for heart–lung transplant assessment.

At the same time, the family discovered websites promoting colloidal silver for CF and purchased the product from their local health food shop. They independently commenced 2.5 mL b.i.d. of the solution in July 2006. Over the next three months the patient achieved a sustained improvement in symptoms, which persisted following weaning from oral steroids, nebulized antibiotics and regular asthma medications. He has continued rhDNase treatment. FEV1 peaked at 60% (Figure 1). The family declined transplant assessment. He remained well for a year, enjoying a skiing holiday, full participation in school rugby matches and significant improvements in his golf handicap. He required only one further course of IV antibiotics until a recent deterioration coinciding with temporary interruption of colloidal silver for a month. Whereas sputum samples had consistently isolated B. multivorans before receiving silver, there had only been one further positive isolate during the year when he received it. He has remained well for a further six months after resuming colloidal sliver, with no other changes in his routine care.

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Discussion

Silver is a xenobiotic absorbed from skin and mucous membranes of the gastrointestinal and urogenital tracts and lungs. It is excreted from the body in the urine and faeces. It was one of the first ‘antibiotics' in medicine and remains in use in the treatment of burns and wound care. It is also a constituent in heart valve, orthopaedic and dental prostheses. Colloidal silver use declined markedly following the discovery of penicillin and sulphonamides, reports of argyria (i.e. staining of the skin with silver sulphide and silver selenide) and questionable efficacy. Case reports have described possible nephrotoxicity and neurotoxicity, 1but these have not been substantiated by studies in animal models.2 It has been superseded by silver sulphadiazine and sustained-release dressings in wound care.

Silver is freely available via the Internet and health food shops as an oral preparation. The actual dose in preparations that are available is unregulated and there are continuing risks of agyria. A recent case report has described skin discoloration in an 11-year-old boy with CF following ingestion of colloidal silver to facilitate limit of normal. Fortunately in this case the discoloration was transient and the silver level normalized following discontinuation of therapy.3 In our case we have documented significant improvements in well-being that were temporally associated with the use of the drug. However, this is a single anecdote and caution should be used in interpreting the significance of these observations. If there was a direct clinical effect of the silver we speculate that this might have been as a result of a bactericidal action on CF pathogens, as suggested by the decreased occurrence of B. multivorans on sputum cultures. Researchers in Denmark have shown that silver is highly effective as a bactericidal agent against biofilm and planktonic models of Gram-negative organisms, including P. aeruginosa.4 Currently there is no evidence to support the use of silver products in CF but their potential benefits might be worthy of further exploration. An American study has shown benefits for silver in the treatment of Burkholderia dolosa infection in a murine model of severe lung sepsis.5 Further in vitro studies of the effects of silver on the organisms within CF sputa and a better understanding of safe dosaging are essential first steps in exploring the potential for this use of this treatment option.

Footnotes

DECLARATIONS —

Competing interests None declared

Funding None

Ethical approval Not applicable

Guarantor VRB

Contributorship All authors contributed equally

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Acknowledgements

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References

1. Westhofen M, Schafer H. Generalised argyrosis in man: neurological, ultra structural and x-ray micro analytical findings. Arch Otorhinolaryngol. 1986;24:260–4. [PubMed]2. Lansdown AB. Critical observations on the neurotoxicity of silver. Crit Rev Toxicol. 2007;37:237–50.[PubMed]3. Baker CD, Federico MJ, Accurso FJ. Skin discoloration following administration of colloidal silver in cystic fibrosis. Curr Opin Pedatr. 2007;19:733–5. [PubMed]4. Bjarnsholt T, Kirketerp-Moller K, Kristiansen S, et al. Silver against Pseudomonas aeruginosa biofilms. APMIS. 2007;115:921–8. [PubMed]5. Cannon CL, Capps GH, Hogue L, et al. A07: A murine model of Burkholderia dolosa pulmonary infection and treatment with a nebulised silver carbene compound. Abstracts of the International Burkholderia cepacia Working Group Meeting; April 2005; Oklahoma, USA. http://www.go.to/cepacia.

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