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Updated: July 3, 2009 1:44 PM EST

ENZYMES OF CANDIDA - RESPONSE

07/03/2009: P Mitchell from Tucson, AZ writes: "The cell wall of candida is composed of cellulose, which does not break down in your digestive tract without a little help. What you are looking for is an enzyme supplement with cellulase, which breaks down the cellulose for you. Be sure to take this on an empty stomach, between meals, so that the cellulase can focus directly on the candida. I would also recommend supplementing with a probiotic high in saccharomyces boulardii, which feeds on candida and leaves the good microflora in your gi tract alone. Because s. boulardii feeds on the candida, it will help minimize Herxeimer reactions, and the byproduct of its metabolism is toxic to c. albicans. S boulardii can colonize in your gut with regular supplementation, but once you quit taking it, it will eventually flush from your system. Use it on an empty stomach along with a regular, high-quality probiotic for several months to a year and it will help your body have time to re-establish a strong, healthy colony of microflora to keep the candida under control.

You might also consider adding methionine and cysteine (amino acids) to your routine if you are on an anti-candida diet. Research has shown that under starvation, c. albicans reacts by increasing the rate at which it switches phenotypes (that is, switching from yeast to fungus), and that this increased inclination to switch phenotypes is passed on to future generations of c. albicans. Methionine and cysteine have an effect on the candida which interrupts or inhibits this reaction. I don't know that supplementation has been studied to show any positive effects (the studies were performed in petrie dishes, not the gi tract), but it can't hurt.

I hope this helps other sufferers."

06/11/2009: E. G. from Haiku, Hawaii writes: "A couple of years ago I went to an Ayurveda practitioner because I had been feeling tired, weak, sluggish, etc, for a year or two. The practitioner told me that I had an overgrowth of candida, and he prescribed a candida diet for a month, as well as special enzymes which break down the cellular structure of candida. He told me I should start to feel better right away. He was right!

I was worried that I wouldn't be able to stick to the candida diet, because I had always had a very strong sweet tooth, and I had tried quitting sugar before, but was unable to. However, what I found out was that the enzymes which killed the candida almost completely removed my sugar cravings by the second day. It was amazing. As boring and bland as I found the candida diet, that's how much better I felt each day. I ended up doing the diet for two months because it felt so good; suddenly I had energy again, I lost a bunch of excess weight very quickly, the puffiness of my face disappeared by the second day or so. I ended up staying off cane sugar for about a year. I also avoided other forms of sweeteners, or had them very rarely. I found that sometimes the sugar cravings would come back after eating something sweet, and I would take some more enzymes and presto, the cravings would disappear! I wanted to write and share my experience, because the enzymes made all the difference in the world for me. I don't think I could have done the candida diet without it. When you have candida, trying to stop eating the foods that the candida feeds on can be extremely difficult. I don't know how, but somehow the candida makes you crave the foods that it craves. But if you take the enzyme formula which is specifically made to kill candida, then following the candida diet will be almost easy. That was my experience anyway.

Try the enzymes and the diet together and you should start feeling better on the first day. Within a month or so, you should be free of candida. Keep in mind, if you resume eating a diet high in sugar and gluten, etc, then the candida will probably return. It did for me. Also, what I found was if I ate even a tiny amount of sugar (one french fry dipped in catsup, for instance), I would start having sugar cravings again within an hour or two. So I recomend the enzymes and going totally cold turkey on sugar. Even a small amount will make you crave more.

good luck, and great website!"

REMEDIES NEEDED FOR 4 YEAR WITH CONSTANT STOMACH ACHE

[QUESTION] 07/03/2009: R from E, CO writes: "My almost 4yr old has a stomach ache every day. Its in her upper stomach area, at no particular time of the day. Its not slowing her down any she just complains it hurts. I took her off of milk for a couple days to see if that might help.... took her to the doctor and they want me to put her on a reflux medication to see if that might help. I have yet to get the medication, I dont want to put her on some medication... I asked the doctor about ACV but she said it would make her stomach more upset! But then again the doctor is pushing for the medication. Any helpful hints?! Diet changes? Ted or anyone that will help. Thank you soooo much!!!!"

PROSTATE REMEDIES

[NAY] 07/03/2009: LEWIS from PORT- OF- SPAIN, TRINIDAD AND TOBAGO writes: "IN JANUARY 2009, A FRIEND WAS DIAGNOSED WITH PROSTATE CANCER. PSA 17.1 AND GLEASON SCORE 5.0. HE BEGAN THE LEMON JUICE AND ONE TEASPOON OF BAKING SODA, TOGETHER WITH 125ml MAGNESIUM CHLORIDE, ALL IN ONE LITER OF WATER, TWICE PER DAY.

HIS PSA TEST OF APRIL 3, SHOWED A DECLINE FROM 17.1 TO 15.5. HE CONTINUED THE FORMULA, SOMETIMES
RAISING THE BAKING SODA TO TWO TEASPOONS,THEREBY RAISING THE URINE PH TO BETWEEN 8 AND 9, WHILE SALIVA PH IS BETWEEN 7 AND 8. IN ADDITION, HE INDULGED THE BUDWIG DIET OF FLAX OIL, COTTAGE CHEESE, GROUND FLAXSEED FORTIFIED WITH LECITHIN AND A BANANA TO ENHANCE TASTE. THE JULY 1 PSA TEST SHOWED AN INCREASE FROM 15.5 TO 15.9.

CLEARLY, SOMETHING IS GOING WRONG. I AWAIT YOUR TREASURED COMMENTS AND/OR ADVICE

IN PEACE PROFOUND,
LEWIS."

EC: If this is one of Ted from Bangkok's remedies, please email him directly as we no longer forward posts to him. Thanks!

BANANA PEEL FOR WARTS

[YEA] 07/03/2009: Alvin (alvinrevis@yahoo.com) from Sto Tomas, Batangas Philippines writes: "I started to noticed wart under my foot on May 2008. I went on wart removal(by burning it) a month after. But the wart came back right after the wound had healed. Tried to search the net for alternative solution and I found this site. It gave me hope and I promised myself to add my testimony in case my wart disappear. My wart is gone for 6 months now and my conscience is haunting me because of the promise I made... Now here it is.

Material:
ripe banana peel
duct tape (choose thick one w/c can be found in hardware store not 3M brand)
scissor

Direction:

Clean the wart or after you take a bath and dry the affected area.
Cut a piece of banana peel with the same size of your wart.
Put the banana peel on top (or bottom in case its under your foot) of your wart with the inner part of the peel facing the wart.
Cover it with duct tape. As much as possible, cover the wart as if no air can penetrate.
In my case, the duct tape normally stays for 3 to 5 days. I have to clean the affected area again and put new peel and duct tape. Do this for 2-3 weeks until your wart become fluffy and white. The affected area will expand because the moist of banana peel has been absorbed by your skin. After 2-3 weeks, remove the duct tape and banana peel, soak your foot to hot water for 2 hours. The hotter the better. Well, in my case, I went to a natural hot spring near the mountain here in the Philippines. It was an overnight swimming with rum and friends. The next day, I had a hangover but noticed that my wart turned dark (underneath the skin) and felt hardened. We call it "langib" a dried blood on top of your wound when it starts to heal. Then after few weeks its gone.

CHOOSE A WELL VENTILATED SHOES WHICH WILL KEEP YOUR FEET DRY FROM SWEAT OR REMOVE YOUR SHOES FROM TIME TO TIME."

SINUS INFECTIONS AND YEAST

07/03/2009: Emily from High Point, NC writes: "Wanted to respond to Hema from Sydney. I've heard that yeast could be a number one cause for why our sinuses may react better or worse in different places. If the building you work in is an older building that makes it more likely to have mold growing inside the walls. It's crazy what that stuff can do to a person!!"

[YEA] 06/21/2009: Hema from Sydney, NSW writes: "Hi, I have been using ACV for 3 days and my sinus is better than before, I still hv one side of nose blocked. But I am feeling on top of the worl by looking at the improvement. I had bene taking Chiness herbal medicine but it wasn't working at all.

I have QUESTION if someone can answer. I have noticed when I come to work, I get my nose blcoked but if i go outside or am at home I don't have that much blockage.

Do you think it is to do with dust mints in carpet at work. i don't have carpet at home.

So Not sure what I should do, although I have deceided to drink ACV regularly until I get rid of my mucus completly.

Please ADVISE for my QUESTION."

SEA SALT FOR PINK EYE

[YEA] 07/03/2009: Mel (Meldyeja@sbcglobal.net) from Katy, Texas writes: "Sea salt solution cleared and cured my pink eye in 3 days. It did sting but I knew it would. I did this once in the morning and one in the evening. I mixed 1 tablespoon of sea salt to 1 cup of water in a water bottle. Mix well and tilt your head over the sink and squeeze a couple of times times in each eye."

INCLINE BED THERAPY FEEDBACK

[YEA] 07/03/2009: Veesue from Sheridan, WY writes: "Inclined Bed Therapy: Hello All- I want to share my experience in the hopes that it helps others. My leg veins started "acting up," that is hurting and swelling after my first child was born in 1986. For 23 years I have suffered with burning, swelling, and discomfort in my legs. My feet also burn even more if the temperature gets warmer. I have tried the gamut: stockings, ice, elevating my legs, cooling creams...etc. I even went through the whole process to see if I could get them removed by laser treatment. Well, it was determined that I do not have varicose veins! While I do not have bulging blue/purple veins at the surface, I do have bulging amorphous bumps on my calves and thighs that look like deep veins are swollen and pushing out towards the surface. Just as unsightly as far as I'm concerned. And painful too. I was always aware of the discomfort, burning, swollen feeling...it just felt like my leg veins were being stretched. I was never, never, never without the urge to put my feet up just to relieve some of the pain and vein pressure. You could find me at my desk any day with my feet propped up on my computer tower under my desk.

Then I found some info about Inclined Bed Therapy and I feel like crying! At first I read something about propping the bed up at the feet.....that hurt my back and made sleeping difficult. Then I found this page on my favorite Web Site!! Earth Clinic! I am now sleeping with my head at the bottom of the bed (bed inclined approx. 4 inches--head higher than feet), and have done so for about a week. Already I am a new woman! I first notice a weird feeling last night, at the end of a long day...my legs just didn't feel normal. I walked around and was a bit freaked out...they didn't hurt nor feel extremely fatigued as usual. They felt like there was a cool layer of support on them...no feeling of veins bursting through, no pain, no feeling of my calves "jiggling," which I used to think was just fat, but now I know it was probably extra water retention. That is a crazy feeling. Now my ankles are normal size and although I have no pictures, the way my legs used to look is burned into my memory. They have a huge, definite improved appearance in just a week of Inclined Bed Therapy. I may even wear a pair of shorts above my knees in public this summer!!! For the first time in 23 years. Blessing to all!"

KERATOSIS PILARIS REMEDIES: RESPONSE

07/03/2009: J.C. from Champaign, IL. writes: "Kay from Toronto: Your new rash sounds like yeast. Coconut oil has antifungal properties, as does the raw apple cider vinegar! You are most likely killing off yeast and experiencing "die-off". As frustrating as it is, continue on with the ACV and CO! Try rubbing the ACV on the new rash (dilute it or it might burn...I've used 1-2 tbsp ACV per 1 cup of water). It will help kill the yeast, as will the coconut oil. I've also heard taking biotin and Grapefruit seed extract helps minimize the die off reactions.

On a side note, I am so encouraged by all of your stories! I have battled KP my whole life. I feel so unattractive when my husband rubs my arms or back. He doesn't care but it is always something that makes me want to shy away. I am going to try it in the shower and in a mix. I will let you know how it turns out! Thanks!"

[WARNING!] 11/30/2007: Kay from Toronto, Canada writes: "Hi everyone. I've been ingesting and using 100% pure organic coconut oil since October 2007. I have excema and keratosis pilaris. I've found that my keratosis has gotten better, practicaly non existent, but my excema has worsened. I find that it is drying on my skin and I would need to keep moisturizing constantly throughout the day which is no good. Not sure if that is just because of the cleansing properties of the coconut oil and the toxins are just making their way out of my system or not .. but my excema has definitely not improved. in fact, i've developed a whole new kind of rash. kind of a blistery raised looking rash. I had to switch back to using Aveeno on my skin and just ingesting the coconut oil. Has this happened to anyone else?? Should I be drinking more water? I only take a teaspoon of the oil a day and drink aloe vera juice as well, twice a day. should I just continue to' take the oil and put it on my skin?"

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FOR ACID REFLUX

07/03/2009: William from Seattle, WA writes: "Apple Cider Vinegar works for me. For a year I had been going to a doctor for my stomach problems, first acid reflux, and later, stomach pain, bloating, throwing up, not sleeping, and finally constipation. As some of you might guess, it was the PPI (little purple pill) that the doctor was prescribing. (to bad you were not my doctor!) We did all kinds of tests to try to figure out what was wrong with me but I was always told to keep taking my little purple friend. And true, I did not have acid reflux anymore, I was just miserable. My last exam, a lower GI let the doctor give me the good news, "I don't have cancer." He sent me home with saying, "We still don't know what the problem is." After another few weeks of throwing up my dinner and having trouble sleeping I started search the internet for others with similar problems. (I'm a little slow) Yes, it was the purple pill and those wonderful side effects the doctor doesn't mention. So I went off the pill and tried the apple cider vinegar. IT WORKS, YES IT DOES, IT WORKS. I take a teaspoon with 8 ounces of water and a little honey, once in the morning and once in the afternoon. I have been taking it for two weeks and found it works great. I am amazed. I never take these kind of home remedies or organic solutions, but, it works and that's all I care. What have I learned? My doctor sells expensive tests and doesn't listen and I need to take control of my health care. Bill"

BAKING SODA SIDE EFFECTS: RESPONSE

07/03/2009: Sara from The Beach, Canada writes: "i cant speak for others, but i too experienced the constipation effect while taking baking soda and ACV. i releived this problem by taking magnesium citrate, 450-500 mgs a day. i think the baking soda may rob your body of some minerals, i dont take baking soda 7 days a week though. i take it 5 on 2 off. hope this helps. Sara."

[BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] 07/02/2009: Jill B. from Newcastle, NSW Australia writes: "any dangers from taking bi carbonate of soda? i have been taking approx 1/2 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda twice a day for approx 2years without any apparent side effects. Recently I have been a bit constipated, despite drinking approx 2 litres of filtered water a day, and having a small quantity of fruit. Our diet has only small amount protein, no beef, and asian vegies. I have regular colonscopies, all good. I am not on any medication (62yo). At present I have a virus, flu and dr said low blood pressure. Is long term use harmful, could it cause fluid imbalance, hence constipation and low blood pressure, or leach out other necessary salts?"

KELOID SCAR REMEDIES

07/03/2009: Sasha from Harare, Zimbabwe writes: "I am a female 43years of age and I am proned to keloids. I have approximately four keloids one being about 9cm long and 1 1/2cm wide. After reading your article I have just started applying Tea Tree Oil I hope it works. It is drying some part of it. Some of it has become very raw. It is irritating"

[BETTER BUT NOT CURED] 05/04/2009: Jo from SF, CA writes: "i have been using ACV for the keloids for the last 9 months .. and it has helped in the sense that i dont see the growth as before where i had to go for injections every few months . so thanks for the suggestion ..

However, some of the keloids even thought kinda flat look pretty red.. copped peptides were suggested to remove that and flater them .. but isnt that going to do the reverse by generating extra collagen .. i am confused ..

PLEASEEEEEEEEEEE HELP .. what other remedies would remove the redness .. and make them flatter?

Thanks a bunch .."

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FOR NAIL FUNGUS: RESPONSE

07/03/2009: Lon from Stanhope, NJ writes: "Did you use straight, undiluted ACV? Did you soak the foot in the ACV, or did you apply it directly to the nails and leaving it on? rinsing? once a day? more often? My disabled son has terrible toenails. I've been hopping around with different treatments because I'm confused about which is the best way. Your success sounds encouraging. I'd like to try your method consistently for a while to see if we can get this under control. More details would be helpful. Thank you for your help."

[YEA] 07/02/2009: Suzann (sfm4kids@aol.com) from Titusville, NJ writes: "I learned about ACV curing fungus through this website. I was desparate to try anything since I wasn't given a prescription of sorts for the fungus by my doctor. My three toes, especially big toes, were humiliating ugly and down right embarassing. Since February I have put on ACV in the morning and at night. Voila! My big toe lost it's nail and now a new nail without fungus is there. My other toe completely cleared up. My third toe is 90% better. So...I am a true believe in ACV. I hope someone can use my success story to help "ugly" feet and horrible toes. Now I can wear sandals again!! Suzann"

CAN YOU COMBINE 2 OILS FOR OIL PULLING: RESPONSE

07/03/2009: Linda from Clinton, Iowa writes: "Thats funny because I was wondering the same thing.sometimes I pull with one oil then spit it out if I felt like it didn't do a good job and use another oil. I wanted to know is that okay too."

[QUESTION] 07/02/2009: Crystal (crystalbuford@ymail.com) from Fairfield, Tx writes: "Had seen it suggested to combining 2 different oils, can you mix sunflower and sesame? i love the testimonials on both and would love the benefits of both. or would it be acceptable to use one in the morning and the other at night?

love this site, have directed all those dear to me here, and we are avidly searching your database!!"

FOUND FOOD GRADE H202 IN MALAYSIA

07/03/2009: Kim (sckim9/@/gmail.com) from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia writes: "Got source for 35% food grade hydrogen peroxide for bulk order of 30kg. Approx. RM12/kg. Looking for people living around Klang Valley to share with me."

02/05/2008: Tony (tonyaokb@gmail.com) from Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia writes: "Hi everyone. I have been reading the site with great interest. Can anyone here help me fine food grade H2O2 in KL Malaysia? Please email me the information if you have it. Thanks Tony"

OLIVE OIL AND LEMON JUICE FOR KIDNEY STONE

[YEA] 07/03/2009: Ramya from Charlotte, US writes: "The olive oil and lemon combo definitely worked for me. I was in a lot of pain and had to go to ER twice. My husband found this site and suggested this remedy. I tried it like about 5 times totally for 5 days and it worked. I passed the stone today morning with no discomfort whatsover.

Thank you so much for this site!!!!"

LEMONS FOR ACID REFLUX AND UPSET STOMACH

[YEA] 07/03/2009: Lorraine from Youngsville, New York writes: "In lieu of lemonade you can just squeeze some fresh lemon in water. I even enjoy a slice of lemon sprinkled with a little sea salt. I have used lemon for years when I've had an upset stomach and it really works!"

[YEA] Ed from Hillsboro, NC writes: "I stumbled upon a consistent treatment for recurrent reflux a year ago when I experienced my first kidney stone attack. My urologist recommended I drink lemonade to prevent future stone development. Well, a wonderful secondary result has been that I no longer experience reflux attacks, which were common in the evening after bedtime - especially when I had eaten later at night. I now tell anyone who will listen what a difference lemonade can make in a life. Apparently (you chemists will know more about this), the body reacts to the citric acid in lemonade to produce an increased alkaline reaction, which sounds paradoxical. I drink lemonade with my meals at home and buy bottled lemonade at convenience stores instead of carbonated drinks when I travel."

THE NEW REGISTERED USER SECTION ON EARTH CLINIC...

07/03/2009: Earth Clinic writes: "EC is making a few necessary tweaks to our new registration/sign in section for our frequent users who wish to save time by not having to enter their name/city/state/country each time they respond to a post, or wish to find the responses to their inquiries without having to hunt for them on the site! We hope to "go live" with it next week and will make an announcement when it's up and running.

For the handful of people that registered 2 weeks ago, we apologize but you will have to register again by confirming your account with an email and passcode. As we've mentioned recently and on the Things You Should Know page, spam and fake Yea and Nay testimonial posts are a huge, dare we say MONSTER, problem on this site. We have recently implemented much stricter policies for accepting posts, and the new user registration section will reflect that.

Thank you for your patience and Happy 4th of July weekend to all!"

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR SIDE EFFECTS: RESPONSE

07/02/2009: Connie from Columbus, Ohio writes: "I agree about taking ACV and the side effects it can have on your taste buds and stomach. But here is a tip a friend told me about... mix 4 ounces of warm water with one tablespoon of ACV and one tablespoon of honey mix well a drink in two quick swallows.This is still a little shock on your taste buds, have a full glass of cool fresh water ready. Drink this mixture three times a day. I must admit it took me about three weeks to get use to this but you do and the MANY health benifits of ACV and the honey are well worth it!!"

[YEA] 06/10/2009: Charlie from Boca, FL USA writes: "First and foremost thank you all for posting and for this site. I have Seborrheic Dermatitis on my face and scalp. It started as a red dry skin area around my nose and spread to under my eyes, chin, side burns, eye brows and when I did not shave anywhere there was hair. It has not spread to the rest of my body and thankfully just on my face.

It would get worse when I exercised, sweated or a temperature change from hot to cold weather wise. This caused me to stop exercising, which as a tri athlete was horrible. Sadly ordeal lasted roughly 6 years until I found Apple Cider vinegar. Before that I tried, dandruff shampoos, creams, acne solutions (proactive) and steroid based creams from my dermatologist.

The solution was simple and in my grocery store:
Apple cider vinegar in liquid form. I got the idea from this site and tried the recommendations.
1. Drink it mixed with water. That tasted badly so I decided to just do a shot of it. BAD IDEA. It almost killed myself and threw up for roughly 4 hours, side note it was a interesting way to reset and rid myself of all my stomach lining. DO NOT DRINK IT AS A SHOT.
2. I then tried the pills-no effect

SOLUTION:
Got the liquid. Take 3 piece of toilet paper and fold it in 3's just enough to make a strip where I can cover the top of the bottle and turn the acv bottle over making 4 circles so I can wipe my face with it. It stings but man does it work. No more pealing and my bad flare ups now are what I used to consider my good days. I did it once in the morning and once at night at first but now I forget to do it because I don't need to. I f I go more than about a week it will start up, but as soon as I do the acv"poof" all better. Sweating and exercising does start the process again but as long as I do it twice a day- I am good to go.

Please feel free to email me with questions at hawkcs@yahoo.com
I hope this helps and thank you all again for introducing me to acv."

VINEGAR FOR NATURAL HAIR CONDITIONING

07/02/2009: Traci from Atlanta, GA writes: "Sorry I've never done this so I have no measurements or ingredients but I thought it may be of interest to anyone looking for a natural way to color hair. I was shocked last weekend when my friend told me she was actually completely gray headed now as I looked at her blond/reddish hair. She said she uses henna but that the apple cider vinegar mixed with baking soda washes it out so she switched to using the vinegar alone and it's all good. Sorry those are the only details I have right now (I am presently unable to contact her), I just thought anybody could look into it if interested."

[YEA] 05/24/2008: L from South Portland, Maine writes: "I put two glass jars in my shower. One filled with a mix of borax and baking soda. (More borax for dry hair...more baking soda for greasy... half and half for normal.) I get in the shower and sprinkle approximately 2 tablespoons in the empty jar and fill it with water and shake it around. I then dump that over my head and rinse it out.

I keep a bottle of ACV in the shower as well and pour approximately 1/4 of cup into the now empty jar add water pour over my head and rinse. The drying process looks a little funky but my hair is clean, shiny, flake free and dare I say fabulous. I'm actually a little dismayed that I have spent so much money over the years on toxic products that didnt make my hair look half as good. I switched to white vinegar for a week once and my hair became much blonder. The ACV brings out more amber highlights. Good Luck"

BAKING SODA SIDE EFFECTS: RESPONSE

07/02/2009: Betty from Spearsville, LA. USA writes: "Dear Jill B,

I do not know if the use of the BS would cause the constipation. I have considered using it to help my lungs. I hope you are soon able to resolve the problem. I just wanted to mention to you that supplemental magnesium will help with the constipation. It draws water to the intestines. If you begin to develop diarrhea just back off it some. Everyone should be using mag.

Betty"

[BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] 07/02/2009: Jill B. from Newcastle, NSW Australia writes: "any dangers from taking bi carbonate of soda? i have been taking approx 1/2 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda twice a day for approx 2years without any apparent side effects. Recently I have been a bit constipated, despite drinking approx 2 litres of filtered water a day, and having a small quantity of fruit. Our diet has only small amount protein, no beef, and asian vegies. I have regular colonscopies, all good. I am not on any medication (62yo). At present I have a virus, flu and dr said low blood pressure. Is long term use harmful, could it cause fluid imbalance, hence constipation and low blood pressure, or leach out other necessary salts?"

LONG TERM EFFECTS OF ACV: RESPONSE

07/02/2009: Knute from Sacramento, CA writes: "While the information at WebMD is interesting, and I often like to refer to it also, it must mentioned that WebMD is very much in line with standard mainstream medicine.

Regardless, when proponents of standard medicine voice their concern for risks of different alternative ways, we should always keep the following in mind:

A fully referenced report from a few years back showed that as many as 2.2 million people in the US have in-hospital, adverse reactions to prescribed drugs per year, and 8.9 million were exposed to unnecessary hospitalizations. But the biggest one is this: US number of deaths caused by conventional medicine annually: 783,936.

So, without a doubt, there are HUGE risks with standard mainstream medicine...

Morale: Always consider the source when they talk about risks!"

07/02/2009: J from Los Angeles, Ca USA writes: "For everyone using ACV (Apple Cider Vinegar) on a more than rare instance, please note the following in my research of the product from webmd.com

http://www.webmd.com/diet/apple-cider-vinegar?page=3

Should I Use Apple Cider Vinegar?

The answer depends on how you want to use apple cider vinegar. As a salad dressing, you should be fine. But TAKEN AS A DAILY medical treatment, it could be a little more risky. Yes, some studies of applecider vinegar are intriguing. But a lot more research needs to be done. Right now, there is not enough evidence that apple cider vinegar -- or any vinegar -- has any health benefit for any condition. Since the benefits are unknown, so are the risks.

I think its a great option to help relieve the pain and suffering of various issues etc., but figured since everyone was somewhat glorifying ACV on the site I had to research it, and think this should be posted so people aren't overding it... apparently it has been known if used too often to lead to potentially osteoperosis (bone thinning) and a slew of other things. Do your research people, please, for you.

Thank you for this site and the posts though, great great ideas and great great remedies. Being added to my favorites list b/c I dont prefer pill popping and shots to fix ailments/sickness etc.

Best, J"

ALOE VERA FOR ACNE SCARS

[YEA] 07/02/2009: K from Chicago, IL writes: "I have been using fresh aloe juice/gel/flesh topically overnight on my chest and back to try to heal scarring due largely to acne. I had been dealing with acne and scarring for months now. Just two nights of applying aloe liberally and directly onto my skin, letting it dry a bit, and then putting on a pajama top overnight has produced surprisingly good results. I am so relieved and amazed. I recommend this very simple, inexpensive, and natural method to everyone."

MULTIPLE REMEDIES FOR MULTIPLE AILMENTS

[YEA] 07/02/2009: Regina from Sonoma, CA writes: "Hello everyone adn thanks so much for the great info. Long Story short is we live in Allergy county and well this yr was yr round for alot of us. I felt tired dizzy sinus issues and almost like asthmatic. So with dealing with all of that I gained 15 pounds in 3 months and was really depressed. I got to thinnking about my diet and realised I was eating pretty bad cheeese pizza dining out lots of salt ect. # days ago I checked my bp to see if went up due to the diet wieght gain as this has happened before. And it was 140/78 pulse 97. So I have changed my diet to no salt, cherries avacado seafoodfresh/frozen (not the breaded) chicken beans veggies. And started the cool water swims. After my laps I lay on the floatie in the water and put my head in the water and do a major head massage off/on 5- 10 minutes. So today after discovering this site and before doing the cool water swim my bp was 141/78 pulse 103 3:30 pm. So I drank 3 tbs of the organic ACV then took a capsule of Cayenne 450 mg did my above swim workout and after my shower my bp had dropped 122/68 pulse 89 5:58 pm. This is remarkable. The cold water feeling is truly a miracle. My head is clear I feel like a million bucks. ANd thanks to this website and wonderful people I started the ACV and am so happy how quick this worked. I also have lost 3 pounds in just 5 days. I truly hope this info is helpful to you alll out there. I wish you all health wealth and happiness."

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FOR NAIL FUNGUS

[YEA] 07/02/2009: Suzann (sfm4kids@aol.com) from Titusville, NJ writes: "I learned about ACV curing fungus through this website. I was desparate to try anything since I wasn't given a prescription of sorts for the fungus by my doctor. My three toes, especially big toes, were humiliating ugly and down right embarassing. Since February I have put on ACV in the morning and at night. Voila! My big toe lost it's nail and now a new nail without fungus is there. My other toe completely cleared up. My third toe is 90% better. So...I am a true believe in ACV. I hope someone can use my success story to help "ugly" feet and horrible toes. Now I can wear sandals again!! Suzann"

OIL PULLING WITH SESAME OIL

[NAY] 07/02/2009: Marina from Vancouver, Canada writes: "I've used a high quality organic sesame oil twice a day (15 min) and nothing. I did the oil pulling for about 3 months last year, all I got was a very bad case of acid reflux, which I never had in my entire life, it took me two months to cure it.
THIS SIMPLY DOES NOT WORK. PERIOD. "

06/27/2009: Jenny from Auckland, New Zealand writes: "I did oil pulling - and still am continuing to do it - for the past month now. At first I used el cheapo sesame oil, which was gross, and then changed to organic olive oil, which was even more unpleasant. Now i have organic sesame oil and I use 1 tablespoon every morning. I havent been sick in the past month, even in the middle of a very cold winter for New Zealand. I havent noticed any other huge differences, but I follow an organic vegan diet normally and dont think my body has many toxins to get rid of! I like to also use positive visualization of toxins and bugs entering the oil as I am pulling it, which is just a nice way to stay the day! I would definately recommend people to try this and become the evidence in its favour!"

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FEEDBACK (thread)

07/02/2009: Mort from Dallas, TX writes: "If you've done much reading on the Net, you'll see where one's response to a question has, in reality, absolutely nothing to do with the question at hand. Most likely, due to the person not really reading the question, or if they did read the question, they did not fully understand the question. Such is this guys warning about Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) - Jay from Florida.

First, one should realize that vinegar is a mild acetic acid, about 5% concentration. That's why it tastes the way it does. Second, brushing your teeth daily with acetic acid is in no way analogous to taking a 1 or 2 gulps of ACV once in a "Blue Moon." Come on folks READ!! I "think" I had food poisoning, only symptons were the cramps and diarrhea. I took a spoonful, what the heck, most cole slaws are made with it, and those bbq sauces everyone loves sooo much, a dominant ingredient is, you guessed it, vinegar of one kind or another, so "no prob-lem-o." The only logical concern I have, after seeing the link to the article, and scanning it briefly, is if the ACV kills the "bad bacteria" from the food posioning, does it also kill the "good bacteria" in our gut. I do hope most of you realize that our bods consist of lots of good bacteria. Why do you think "yogurt came along, then "Activia," you got it - replenish the good bacteria in your bod!! Feeling a bit better in 10 minutes.

Now, did I really have food posioning? At "fried" KFC last night, with some sides, and today for lunch, some leftovers, which were kept in the refrigerator. I don't have a gallbladder, so was that the problem. Also this morn I was on the roof cleaning out gutters in 100+ heat in July in Dallas, TX. Did the sun do something too me? Or was it a combo of everthing....not a medical type, just a Ph.D. type.

Anyway, the point of this comment was unless you brush your teeth every day with acetic acid, I wouldn't worry about gulping down a spoonfull here and there. Jay is correct, acid is acid, 100% or 50% or 5%. It will eat away at "stuff" Being 2009, I'm sure all you folks have heard of acid rain, a weak sulfuric and nitric acids forms with water and sulfur and nitrogen which has increased in the atmosphere due to industralization. Those elements and water combine to form the acid rain - yep, that's why some of the older statues and buildings are dissolving, along with some vegetation!!"

[YEA] 06/12/2008: Frank from San Francisco, CA writes: "I got really bad food poisoning on a Friday evening, didn't sleep much that night with stomach cramps and felt bloated and as if I have a huge rock on my stomach. I could only sit or barely stand a couple hours after I ate the bad food. The pain and discomfort, which I won't go into details, lasted for about three days. I was exhausted and had little energy to get around. Just before I was about to call my Doctor to get antibiotics, I went online to read about food poisoning, came across this site remedies, read them, and decided to give ACV a try. I had nothing to lose and it is a very inexpensive trial. I took two gulps of the ACV. I know most of the testimonies suggest one tablespoon full, but I figure I was in a lot of pain, so went for it. The first gulp was like taking a shot of tequila; it burned some but it also felt good at the same time. Then waited a few seconds and took the second gulp; that one went smooth. I did feel the effect of the acid working its way into my stomach and intestines. I then had a different sensation in addition to my pain. Ten minutes later, I drank some water since I took more than recommended dose, and went about my routine. I can't figure out the exact time it took to stop all my pain, but I think it may have been about ten minutes or so total. The pain was gone. My intestines were a bit sore since I have been in pain for about three days. Next morning I woke up feeling well. I took two tablespoons full just to be sure I have killed the bacteria. I now feel very alert, with energy, so excited I discovered this website. I have been sharing my experience with everyone I know and care about. One more note, since ACV did the trick, I wonder what else I could use it for, so I decided to use it as a mouthwash after I brushed my teeth. It left my teeth and gums cleaned.

Thank you to whomever came up with this remedy. I am back to normal again."

ALKA SELTZER FOR BLADDER INFECTION

07/02/2009: DebbyM from Banning, CA writes: "Alka Seltzer is a fast acting aspirin. It will not cure your infection. It will reduce the pain."

05/12/2009: Susan from Edmonton, Alberta Canada writes: "I am frustrated trying to find the exact remedy for alka seltzer for bladder infections. All these people talk about it as if its listed on your sight but no place can I find the exact instructions. Please send the instructions of how to take alka seltzer for bladder infections. Or tell me where it is on the sight- but I can`t find it anywhere."

OIL PULLING WITH COCONUT OIL

07/02/2009: phogallen1 (phogallen1@cox.net) from Peoria, AZ writes: "Hi all i just started using coconut oil last night and i used 1 tablespoon and swished and held in mouth for about 20 minutes. All went well but i did noticed that right after i spit it out that my gums were like a transperant white around my teeth. I felt great but i looked a little strang. Also when i spit out the coconut oil it looked milky in consistency. I guess i was expecting something different dont know if that worked or not. I went to the dentist today and my mouth is a little sore. i am wondering if i can continue with the oil after just having my gums cleaned under the surface which was done today...........thanks phogallen"

STREP THROAT AND APPLE CIDER VINEGAR

07/02/2009: ErthChyld from Chico, CA writes: "If you drank the ACV then went to the hospital and they did a rapid strep test it WILL COME OUT NEGATIVE! The bacteria count will be so low as to not make the test positive. Also, rapid strep tests have a VERY HIGH false negative rate. A full culture is the only way to know for sure and that takes at least 24 hours."

[NAY] 05/21/2008: Bob from London, Canada writes: "Sore Throat Remedies: Every site I looked at said ACV really works...... WRONG! I used 2 tbsp in 1 cup of warm water, gargled it. My throat hurt even more after that. I went to the hospital it hurt so bad. Was told it wasn't strep, just very very red and inflamed. the ACV actually burnt my throat. I am finally starting to feel a little better after 5 days. So in my opinion stick to the salt and water solution and avoid the ACV."

MARIE CLAIRE ARTICLE ON HORMONES

07/02/2009: Deirdre from Earth Clinic writes: "Great article on week-by-week hormonal fluctuations in Marie Claire magazine (May, 2009) entitled "Your Life in Hormones - What the hell is going on with your hormones—and how can you harness them for happiness, health, fertility, brainpower, and energy?" by Gabrielle Lichterman.

http://www.marieclaire.com/health-fitness/advice/tips/female-hormones-cycle"

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FOR WEIGHT LOSS: UPDATE

07/02/2009: Isabelle from Tampa, FL writes: "Hello All. Just wanted to report an update to my weight loss results. My last update was May 4, 2009 and my weight was 219.6. My current weight is 205.2. I'm almost at my goal of 200lbs, but now I'd like to continue until I reach 180lbs.

Jan 1, 2009

262.8lbs
Waist-49inches
Jean size-16-18(with a constant muffin top)

July 2, 2009(today)

Weight-205
Waist-38inches
Jean size-12

I'm still doing the same things.Low carb diet thats it. I know I'm terrible, but I have yet to exercise but I know I need to because I need to tighten my skin. ACV has worked great for me. Thanx."

[YEA] 03/27/2009: Isabelle from Tampa, Fl writes: "ACV for Weight Loss---WORKS. I probably should have waited a little longer b4 posting an update but I'm just so happy with the results of ACV.Today, March 27th...I weigh 228.2....so in 3 months I have lost over 30 lbs....I started @ 262 on Jan 1st. I have a new goal I'm working toward...not only would I like to lose another 45lbs, but I would like 2 wear a bikini for the first time in my life this summer.I'm goin to keep doing what I'm doing while incorporating light exercise and God willing, I will go to beach without a cover up. I'm elated. Thanx for all the support. I'm going to go on hiatus until probably mid June . I'll report update then."

SCABIES REMEDIES (thread)

07/02/2009: Sunnysideup from Jacksonville, FL writes: "I have used the Permetherin 5% cream and various "remedies" from here and elsewhere. The Borax/Peroxide soak has provided some welcome relief from the itching and apparently it does work somewhat, because I have actually been able to see a few of the dead critters in the water after looking through a magnifying glass. I have used sprays and treatments on the rugs, mattresses, got new pillows, etc. Yet still.... grrrr...

But today, I got so frustrated I tried using Elmer's glue. I just rubbed the washable non toxic school glue kind all over my areas until it dried into a white film. And it seems to be working! Hopefully they will either suffocate or get stuck in the glue trying to get out. Of course, I would not use this 'treatment' on the face, scalp, personal areas, etc... And I am not sure that it would be very good for the skin on a long term basis. But if someone is desparate, it might work for them."

[YEA] 08/29/2006: Lee from Kelowna, BC writes: "My daughter's dog I believe has some kind of mites. Saroptic mange. He is loosing his hair big time. Constantly scratching etc. For over two years I have been to doctors trying to find out what has been biting me. I have treated for scabies, fleas, bed bugs etc including my home. Every time I go near the dog I come home with bites. I used kwellda for scabie mites and ended up with bites in my ears and eyebrows the only place I did not put kwellda lotion. I was fed up paying the large price for all this stuff that did not work I was surfing the net and came upon your site of remedies for pets and decided to try borax and peroxide. I put one bottle of 10% peroxide and a good third of a box of 20 mule borax and soaked for at least 30 mins. After doing this 3x I no longer itch, all the bites are healed with no more inflamation around them. And best of all my skin is very soft and has more glow. The sad thing is that all the Doctors are not believing that you can get mites from your pets if they have them."

CHANGING YOUR DIET FOR OPTIMAL HEALTH...

07/02/2009: Philip from Dearing, GA writes: "I read alot on this site and I am learning new stuff everyday.I believe one of the most important parts of healing the body, mind and soul is through nutrition in our diets. If we don't clean up our DIETS...Then we are only treating symptoms and not curing the body.

I think all of these remedies have thier place and are great at curing up some of our symptoms, But let's all get on changing our habits of what we eat. Food does matter.

A guy on a TV show the other night said ( Cheap food is really not cheap, because it comes back to make you very sick ) Think about all the money you can save,if you cure your body with food. So if it's not organic and fresh,raw or frozen. DO NOT put it into your body. Also what what you drink. There is alot of information out here now and we all need to study and live by it at least 90% of the time. Even if you fall of the ban wagon 10% of the time, I'll bet it is still better than most of us are doing now. Detoxing is also great to and I am seriously considering doing the mini beet protacal."

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR, TEA TREE OIL FOR SEB DERM

[YEA] 07/02/2009: Mariposa from San Juan, Puerto Rico writes: "YEA- Seborrheic Dermatitis

Apple Cider Vinegar & Tea Tree Oil cured my Seborrheic Dermatitis

I had Seborrheic Dermatitis for approximately 2 years on different parts of my scalp. I went to a dermatologist and of course he couldn't explain why I have it because they really don't know. Some doctors say it's caused by stress. I've tried dandruff shampoos (all brands) and shampoos prescribed by my dermatologist. The shampoos helped at the beginning but after the first bottle they would become ineffective. And the flakes and itching would just come back even worse. I got tired of wasting money on doctor's visits and ineffective shampoos and thank God I stumbled upon this website. The ACV and Tea Tree Oil worked a miracle on me.

I filled an 8 ounce spray bottle with 4 oz. ACV and 4 oz. water. I sprayed my scalp with the mixture and left it on for about one hour. It does smell but trust me it's worth it. After, I just washed my hair like I always do. I immediately checked and most of the flakes had been washed away. I just thought, tomorrow they will be back. But, the flakes were gone. I was so excited that I also started drinking the ACV with orange juice twice a day (4 tbsp. of ACV in a glass of orange juice). Two days later I sprayed my scalp with the mixture and left it overnight and just washed my hair in the morning.

I am also using the Tea Tree Oil for prevention. I put 10 drops of Tea Tree Oil for every 8 oz. of shampoo. I tried just putting drops of it on my scalp but it smells very very strong.

For those who are worried because they dye their hair; it is totally safe. I have color treated hair and I had no problems with fading.

It's been about 2 months now and I have NO flakes, NO scabs and NO itching. I haven't had to spray the ACV mixture in my scalp again, but I currently shampoo with regular shampoo which I just add the Tea Tree Oil and I drink the ACV with orange juice about 4 times a week."

HOME REMEDY COMBINATIONS

[QUESTION] 07/02/2009: Becky from Cedar Springs , MI writes: "I love this website soooo much! I have a question for everyone: Is there a "tonic" that I can take every morning that includes many of the herbs, spices, etc. that are mentioned here? Would any of them interact badly with each other or not works as well? Here is my list of things I want to put in one drink in the morning and possibly before bed. Would this work?

2 tbsp organic apple cider vinegar
1 tsp organic honey
1 tsp cinnamon
1 tsp garlic
1 tsp turmeric
1 tsp cayenne pepper
1 tbsp lemon juice

Would you change any of the measurements or add or take anything out? Thanks!"

SUPPLEMENTS FOR GOUT

[YEA] 07/02/2009: MocMan from Westerville, OH writes: "I really think that one of the problems with the one prescription or herbal treatment for all approach is like throwing a handful of pebbles at a building. Each one of us has a different make up so what works for one may or may not work for another.

I have suffered from gout for thirty years. My first major attack was after drinking a bottle of red wine with prime rib. The next day my right toe was so swollen and painful I could barely walk. I went to the hospital and they came out to the parking lot with a wheel chair to get me.

I have tried every perscription drug and every juice or berry recommended on this site except the black bean juice. Beans and or peas of all types trigger immediate severe attacks for me. One bowl of venison chili will cause a severe attack the next day. I can count on it.

I have taken a capsule with these ingredients for several years and it works the best of anything I have ever taken. I would think a person could experiment with the mixture in it because most of the herbs are time proven and quite safe. Yucca, garlic, artichoke, milk thistle, and turmeric. Turmeric itself has been used safely for over 2000 years to cure or relieve a host of ailments!"

BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS COMMENTS

07/02/2009: Kim from Brooklyn, NY writes: "I had to add to this. I also am a girl who has been dealing with these infections for years.I am at such a point of frustation its unexplainable. I went back and forth from clindese to metro gel, & flagl and still they would return. I always asked the question if my long term boyfriend(5 years) could be a reason, possibly I had given it to him and he kept passing it back to me even though I was being treated. My doctor told me you cannot transfer this type of infection because they are external and it washes off them. I finally decided after months of this explination to get a second opinion from a different OB/Gyn. Well after alll this time the first thing the new doctor told me was you and your boyfrien both need to be treated cause you absolutely can spread this to your man, especially if he is not circumsized. I could not believe that!!!!!!!!!!! So this past week I was put on flagl and metro gel cream and my boyfriend had to put metrogel as well on his p---s for five nights. We both completed treatment now so I will see if this works. I will let everybody know. I so happy to find other people going through the same thing I thought I was the only one!! But I wanted everyone to know. CHECK YOUR MEN LADIES!!!!"

[YEA] 03/08/2009: GirlTalk from New York, New York writes: "I always get BV when I sleep with my boyfriend. It is almost instant now. Like the morning after we sleep together. I am sure condoms would help but for now I use a suppository of Odorless Garlic and Acididolphillis for 3 nights and it clears it up."

CAN YOU COMBINE 2 OILS FOR OIL PULLING?

[QUESTION] 07/02/2009: Crystal (crystalbuford@ymail.com) from Fairfield, Tx writes: "Had seen it suggested to combining 2 different oils, can you mix sunflower and sesame? i love the testimonials on both and would love the benefits of both. or would it be acceptable to use one in the morning and the other at night?

love this site, have directed all those dear to me here, and we are avidly searching your database!!"

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FOR WEIGHT LOSS

07/02/2009: E from Philadelphia, USA writes: "Make sure you are using RAW ACV and not the diluted one used for cooking. Drink it with 8oz water not 16oz. Make sure your eating right and execising."

[NAY] 06/25/2009: Shelley from Grand Rapids, MI writes: "I am beginning to wonder if ACV for weightloss is only successful for overweight individuals? I am about average but could afford to lose a few pounds and have been taking ACV in H20 as this site suggests for about a month and haven't seen any results. Suggestions?"

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR CAUSING HEART PALPITATIONS

[SIDE EFFECTS] 07/02/2009: Christa from Ft. Campbell, Ky writes: "I have had a heart arithmea for about five years now (runs in the family) I had it well controlled with a magnesium supplement. I started taking ACV for PMS and beautiful skin, been taking it for a week, but it gave me the worst heart palpitations yet!! I tried it by its self, and when that made me sick to my stomach I added 1/4 tsp baking soda to 2 Tbls ACV. But the heart palpitations really worry me.... "

[SIDE EFFECTS] 08/15/2008: Debra (debratuffin@hotmail.com) from Sligo, IRELAND writes: "Hi, debra here from ireland,thanks very much for everyones advice.i have tryed apple cider vinegar but i had to stop taking it as it makes me feel sick. today i started taking a tablet called magnesiam ok its got magnesium and potassium and lots of vitiams in it so i hope this helps my heart as palpitations are pretty bad this week.hope something works for you kimberly. i let you no if the magnesium works (fingers crossed).any more advice would be great. thanks, debra."

BENTONITE CLAY VS ACTIVATED CHARCOAL FOR HEAVY METAL DETOXING

[QUESTION] 07/02/2009: Anne from Asheville, NC writes: "I am planning on doing a heavy metal detox and was wondering if there is a significant differnce between Bentontite clay and activated charcoal in terms of effectiveness? The feedback for each remedy for detox plans is very similar. Is there any reason to prefer one over the other? Thanks!"

OMEGA OILS FOR BEAUTIFUL SKIN

[YEA] 07/02/2009: Teekup from Metrowest, MA writes: "I started taking two 1200 mgs capsules of omega-3, omega-6, and omega-9 (fish, flax & borage oils) this week. I noticed in just a few days that my skin was glowing! I have mild rosacea (looks like I have a permanent sunburn across my cheeks and nose), sensitive, combination skin. I usually have dry patches and the occasional pimple as well. It's frustrating to find any products that my skin can tolerate and make it look good! I usually just use castile soap to wash. I had no idea how fast my skin would turn around for the better! It's smooth, glowing (not shiny) with no dry spots and no new acne. I highly recommend the omegas for beautiful skin!"

OIL PULLING AND UVEITIS (thread)

07/02/2009: Sarah from Hackensack, NJ writes: "Thanks for the quick response, could you please share Ted's email address?"

EC: Ted's email address (can be found our contact us page too) is: parhat@yahoo.com

[BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] 07/01/2009: Sarah from Hackensack, NJ writes: "Hi, My hubby's been Oil Pulling for the past one week and now his Uveitis seems to be getting worse. He hasn't had this kind of pain in the past 5 years. His eyes look red, inflamed and he is in pain and discomfort. Does Oil Pulling trigger Uveitis flare ups?

We started oil pulling around a week back, I am feeling really good, active and my complexion has also improved but my hubby's facing this problem. Please help."

BLADDER INFECTION AND PROBIOTICS (thread)

07/02/2009: Steve from Wales, UK writes: "Hello: I am trying to contact the member Tiffany from LA regarding which probiotic she finds help her most. Thanks, Steve"

[YEA] 09/20/2006: Jennifer from Fort Smith, AR writes: "At the first sign of a bladder infection I take a couple Acidophilis pills and drink lots of water. This really helps. It also helps to take Acidophilis when your taking your Dr prescribed antibiotics because sometimes when the bad bacteria is killed so is the good resulting in a yeast infection and the Acidophilis stops that from occuring! I like it best in pill form but it can be bought in milk and it is naturally in yogurt."

LONG TERM EFFECTS OF ACV

07/02/2009: J from Los Angeles, Ca USA writes: "For everyone using ACV (Apple Cider Vinegar) on a more than rare instance, please note the following in my research of the product from webmd.com

http://www.webmd.com/diet/apple-cider-vinegar?page=3

Should I Use Apple Cider Vinegar?

The answer depends on how you want to use apple cider vinegar. As a salad dressing, you should be fine. But TAKEN AS A DAILY medical treatment, it could be a little more risky. Yes, some studies of applecider vinegar are intriguing. But a lot more research needs to be done. Right now, there is not enough evidence that apple cider vinegar -- or any vinegar -- has any health benefit for any condition. Since the benefits are unknown, so are the risks.

I think its a great option to help relieve the pain and suffering of various issues etc., but figured since everyone was somewhat glorifying ACV on the site I had to research it, and think this should be posted so people aren't overding it... apparently it has been known if used too often to lead to potentially osteoperosis (bone thinning) and a slew of other things. Do your research people, please, for you.

Thank you for this site and the posts though, great great ideas and great great remedies. Being added to my favorites list b/c I dont prefer pill popping and shots to fix ailments/sickness etc.

Best, J"

2 YEARS OF BAKING SODA, NOW EXPERIENCING CONSTIPATION

[BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] 07/02/2009: Jill B. from Newcastle, NSW Australia writes: "any dangers from taking bi carbonate of soda? i have been taking approx 1/2 teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda twice a day for approx 2years without any apparent side effects. Recently I have been a bit constipated, despite drinking approx 2 litres of filtered water a day, and having a small quantity of fruit. Our diet has only small amount protein, no beef, and asian vegies. I have regular colonscopies, all good. I am not on any medication (62yo). At present I have a virus, flu and dr said low blood pressure. Is long term use harmful, could it cause fluid imbalance, hence constipation and low blood pressure, or leach out other necessary salts?"

CANKER SORE REMEDIES - RESPONSE

07/02/2009: Tricia from Ireland writes: "I can't stop laughing. Next time try hitting 7 beers before you start your remedies."

[SIDE EFFECTS] 05/17/2008: BC Boy from Smithers, Canada writes: "Remedy Side Effects for Canker Sores: I found Earth Clinic while googling for a canker sore remedy. I was relieved to find so many positive responses to these remedies. So I went and picked up several of the remedies hoping at least one would work as good as stated. I started with Alum. I dabbed a wet finger into the powder and applied it to the 4cm canker sore inside my bottom left gum. At first it stung like salt on an open wound. Then it subsided to the feeling of a butcher knife cutting into my gum. After a half an hour of this I rinsed my mouth out with water and spend 15min in front of the bathroom mirror applying H202 with a q-tip. The pain of applying the H202 eventually subsided to a pounding throb. My mouth was watering so bad I had to stuff kleenex inside my gums to dam the flood. The H202 eventually stopped sizzling so I rinsed and tolerated the dull throbbing ache for 1/2 hr. Finally I applied crushed aspirin to the sore. the aspirin burned but not as much as the alum. My mouth was now feeling like I'd been punched in the face.... twice. My bottom lip was puffy and my gums were numb everywhere except for the sore. I tolerated that for another 15min and finally rinsed the aspirin out with a cold budweiser. It's now been 2hrs later and I'm on my 7th beer and the pain has almost completedly subsided in the past 10min. So far the side affects of the treatment has been tolerable. Hopefully my head won't hurt as bad as my mouth in the morning...."

TED'S LUPUS REMEDIES - QUESTIONS

07/01/2009: Tammy from Caroga Lake, New York writes: "Hello Ted! Thanks so much for your feedback on this site. I have been doing the Lupus treatments with borax/hydrogen peroxide/baking soda, etc. I just wanted to know with the Vitamin D3, Do you take it WITHOUT calcium? Or do you take it with it? I started taking the Vitamin D3, and noticed that some bottles contain calcium and some do not. But I noticed by reading comments about other supplements, that you say not to get it with calcium. I just want to make sure I am doing it right. Thanks so much again for all of your insight."

GARLIC FOR EAR INFECTION - RESPONSE

07/01/2009: Jeremiah (JeremiahCD@aol.com) from San Diego, California writes: "Eb22, there are likely several reasons that this happened to you. If you are allergic to allicin or any of the other properties unique to garlic, that would explain the reaction, which I remember reading somewhere (I'm sorry that I can't remember where). Allicin is a very potent chemical, which is why it can irritate the stomach and/or the digestive tract.

If you are not allergic to any of the compounds, the length of time that you had the ear infection (5 weeks is quite a bit of time) might have something to do with it. The potency of the garlic/allicin, added to the fact that your immune system is working hard against the infection anyways, may cause for a little bit of overcompensation in regards to fighting the infection.

A third possibility is the first two possibilities combined. Both an allergy to the unique compounds in garlic combined with the duration of the infection as well as the fact that your immune system is hard at work already, could very well cause a little bit of overcompensation in regards to fighting the infection.

I don't know whether you are allergic to garlic, but something about it caused an abnormal reaction to what has otherwise been proven an effective method of treating an ear infection if used properly. I would advise that you look further into this, as this could be an underlying symptom of something else."

[WARNING!] 02/28/2009: Eb22 (ebennb / at / gmail.com) from Hilo, Hawaii writes: "Warning! Do NOT PUT GARLIC INTO YOUR EAR! I placed a peeled garlic clove in my ear for 2 hours to relieve a 5 week long ear infection which had made me me desperate. 1 hour later my face went numb on that side. 7 hours later I woke up with vertigo and ringing in my ear. It is now 3 weeks later and I still feel vertigo and the ringing makes it difficult to sleep. I hope this goes away!"

TRYING ACV FOR HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE

07/01/2009: Cats from Danbury, Ct writes: "thanks for the miracle of this site! I drove home from my Dr yesterday scared, truly scared as my BP has gone up since menapause to 140/90 and was always on the lowish side. I do not want to take meds she suggests. So, as I write this I have begun the ACV with 8 oz water and squeeze of lemon juice as recommended. I'll be happy with any improvement. God Bless you all who have written of your success. It is an acquired taste, but worth the experiment!"

[YEA] 07/21/2008: Anil from Hammond, Louisiana writes: "After two months of ACV twice a day with honey, I had no loss of any weight but with new blood work my glucose went up, maybe because of honey? However, my blood pressure went down from 130/75 to 122/72. I have stopped taking ACV with honey because of elevated glucose 119. I am 65. Bye and good luck to the rest."

TED'S SCALP INFECTION REMEDIES

[WORKED TEMPORARILY] 07/01/2009: msdavis74 from Los Angeles, CA writes: "I am so happy with this site and all the valuable information, but I have tried this remedy and I think I must be doing something wrong. When I first tried the solution with 1part acv, 1part peroxide and 10 parts water it initially worked, but I think my scalp got used to it and it no longer works. I also follow it with regular shampoo and conditioner and the tea tree and lavender mixture. Maybe I need to do it for an extended period of time, but the last time I tried it, I did it 3 nights straigt."

SCABIES REMEDIES

[YEA] 07/01/2009: Umathr from Kensington, MD writes: "i had scabies but i think there gone for good i think i found a cure
im going to be point blank
its borax, boric acid, super washing soda, very strong be careful, and dish washing liquid, buy the popular brands of dish washing liquids they are strong so watch out
i suggest taking baths and making up spray bottles
the scabies should die fast
it worked for me
start in the bath with no more than a quarter cup of one
boric acid 2 tbl
the popular brands of dishwashing liquid are strong so be careful
my eyes turned red"

CANKER SORE REMEDIES

07/01/2009: CC from Las Cruces, NM writes: "You are too funny! I know what you mean when you just can't take it anymore and you are willing to try anything! You really ARE willing to try anything! Cheers to you!"

[SIDE EFFECTS] 05/17/2008: BC Boy from Smithers, Canada writes: "Remedy Side Effects for Canker Sores: I found Earth Clinic while googling for a canker sore remedy. I was relieved to find so many positive responses to these remedies. So I went and picked up several of the remedies hoping at least one would work as good as stated. I started with Alum. I dabbed a wet finger into the powder and applied it to the 4cm canker sore inside my bottom left gum. At first it stung like salt on an open wound. Then it subsided to the feeling of a butcher knife cutting into my gum. After a half an hour of this I rinsed my mouth out with water and spend 15min in front of the bathroom mirror applying H202 with a q-tip. The pain of applying the H202 eventually subsided to a pounding throb. My mouth was watering so bad I had to stuff kleenex inside my gums to dam the flood. The H202 eventually stopped sizzling so I rinsed and tolerated the dull throbbing ache for 1/2 hr. Finally I applied crushed aspirin to the sore. the aspirin burned but not as much as the alum. My mouth was now feeling like I'd been punched in the face.... twice. My bottom lip was puffy and my gums were numb everywhere except for the sore. I tolerated that for another 15min and finally rinsed the aspirin out with a cold budweiser. It's now been 2hrs later and I'm on my 7th beer and the pain has almost completedly subsided in the past 10min. So far the side affects of the treatment has been tolerable. Hopefully my head won't hurt as bad as my mouth in the morning...."

FELS-NAPTHA LAUNDRY BAR FOR POISON IVY

[YEA] 07/01/2009: Debbie from Syracuse, New York writes: "Fels-Naptha helped tremendously with my poison ivy. I would wet the bar of soap and my arm and start scrubbing the affected area with the fels-naptha and cold water, rinse and repeat again. Then I would pat it dry with a paper towel and apply the hand sanitizer gel. I would do this 4 times daily and it gave me great relief. It dried up within a week and did not spread."

[YEA] 06/03/2008: Wendi from Conroe, Texas writes: "Poison Ivy remedy: Fels-Naptha!! It can be bought at Kroger in the laundry detergent section. It looks like a bar of soap but is actually used for removing stains on clothing. Half the battle is the itching that can last for weeks. I wet the end of the bar and rubbed it on the areas. Within 1 minute it quit itching and I was itch free for more than 5 hours. That's 3 hours longer than with any thing I've tried before, including otc drugs for poison ivy. Within 3 days the blisters were dried up and healing. I suppose you could shower with it but I only had a few areas. When the itching becomes unbearable you'll just about try anything once. As for me, I'll be using the Fels-Naptha Bar!!!!"

LACTOSE INTOLERANCE REMEDIES

07/01/2009: Joe from Albany, NY writes: "Switching to raw dairy products and making sure my milk was whole, non-pasteurized, non-homogenized and I eliminated cooked dairy made my lactose intolerance symptoms go away altogether."

[QUESTION] 03/04/2009: Jeannette from Hershey, PA writes: "New topic?Any information on lactose intolerance?"

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FOR WEIGHT LOSS (thread)

07/01/2009: DJ from Pdx, Or writes: "Mocca,

Everyone is different and what works for one may not work for the other. It may take you a few tries to get your "groove".

I have not had problems taking the ACV upon waking - no matter the time. What I do now days is I mix 2 TBS AVC w/ 1/4 tsp baking soda in 1 liter of water and drink it during the day. At night before bed I mix 2 TBS with 8 oz of water. (I have to drink it in one shot and exhale hard before I breath otherwise I get "vapor lock" and can't inhale)

Good luck.."

[YEA] 06/28/2009: AngeleAlAahna (shedoesntexistonearth@yahoo.com) from Navarre, FL/USA writes: "well I told you all about my depressing and ACV now here is a update on my weight ...I began June 5 181 pound..Today after church june 28 I LOST 7 POUND... WHAM ..June 19 is my next weight in....As I said I put my ACV in a hugh bottle/glass/jug and drink it all day I excerise and I still eat what I usally eat BUT I LOST 7POUND...see you all next month"

CHEEZY ODOR COMING FROM ARM PITS - HELP!

[QUESTION] 07/01/2009: Lori from Bronx, Ny writes: "Hi, i recently noticed a cheezy odor coming from my underarm. Does anyone know what causes this? I never had this problem before and i am worried. Help!"

TIGER BALM FOR FIRE ANT BITES

[YEA] 07/01/2009: Deirdre from Atlanta, Georgia writes: "On the subject of fire ant bite remedies, a few weeks ago I was in the garden weeding and pulled out an enormous weed and with it, hundreds of fire ants. They bit me all over my hand and wrist in less than an instant. I went in and tried rubbing soap on the bites after reading the few cures we have for fire ant bites on Earth Clinic, but it didn't work. After that I decided to try tiger balm, my favorite remedy for mosquito bite itch. 10 minutes after applying the balm, the bites stopped stinging. I forgot all about them and a few hours later when I checked my hand, there were no signs whatsoever that I had ever been bitten!"

FIRE BIT ANT REMEDIES - RESPONSE

07/01/2009: Cheryl from Houston, TX writes: "Thanks to Tavora for the remedy for my dormant fire ant bite area. I orderd the oil of oregano and am so excited to try it. I have been using several other oils that I have on hand that I purchased due to reading things here on EC. They help somewhat but it always comes back. I will start the garlic today and the oil of oregano when I receive it. I'll post my results!"

[QUESTION] 06/23/2009: Cheryl from Houston, TX writes: "Several years ago I was smarmed by fire ants on my right ankle. I received multiple bites all in the same area. The bites pustuled as I wasn't able to treat it immediately. Even though this happened 5 years ago I still experience daily itching on that area. I still feel like there is something in there. The itching can be pretty intense and the skin on my ankle looks leathery and dark. Does anyone have any remedy for this? I've tried many things but haven't found the answer yet. Thanks for your help!"

CELERY AND MINT LEAVES, LEMON JUICE FOR GALL BLADDER ATTACKS

[YEA] 07/01/2009: Rossana from Toronto, Ontario, Cnada writes: "For gallbladder attacks, or when you feel it coming, boil water and in a 250ml cup add fresh celery leaves, mint leaves and 1/2 lemon juice and drink it gradually. This may cut down the pain from regularly 3 hours to 1 hour. I have been scheduled for surgery in August and had been using this as backup."

SINUS INFECTION REMEDIES NEEDED - RESPONSE

07/01/2009: Dj from Pdx, Or writes: "Joe,

Try bromelain for your infection and serrapeptase would help too.

I take the bromelain everyday and it really helps my allergies. When things get really bad I also take a water bottle with a squirt top and mix sea salt w/ warm water and wash out my sinuses...(like using a netti pot).

Along with all that I oil pull daily. Usually I used cold pressed sesame oil w/ peppermint oil but I recently changed to clove bud oil which has really helped. My dad also sends me fresh pressed canola oil from the local ethanol plant which is nice and lite, but I only use the fresh stuff not the store bought if you can get it. I keep a mix in the shower and OP while I taking my shower in the mornings.

Feel better,"

07/01/2009: Joe (jacasella1@aol.com) from Beaumont, California writes: "two months ago I went to the dentist with what I thought was a toothache. X-rays did not show a problem. He thought I had a sinus infection and gave me an antibiotic. It worked but two months later I have the same problem in the same area, upper teeth left side and headache. I have no mucus or runny nose just a throbbing pain. Anyone had the same problem that can help? Thanks"

OIL PULLING AND UVEITIS - RESPONSE TO SARH

07/01/2009: Dj from Pdx, Or writes: "Sarah,

I looked up Uveitis and that looks really painful. Perhaps this would be a good question for you to address Ted with. He may have some ideas on how to help you husbands problem and whether he should be OP or not.

Good luck."

[BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] 07/01/2009: Sarah from Hackensack, NJ writes: "Hi, My hubby's been Oil Pulling for the past one week and now his Uveitis seems to be getting worse. He hasn't had this kind of pain in the past 5 years. His eyes look red, inflamed and he is in pain and discomfort. Does Oil Pulling trigger Uveitis flare ups?

We started oil pulling around a week back, I am feeling really good, active and my complexion has also improved but my hubby's facing this problem. Please help."

OIL PULLING FEEDBACK

[BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] 07/01/2009: Sarah from Hackensack, NJ writes: "Hi, My hubby's been Oil Pulling for the past one week and now his Uveitis seems to be getting worse. He hasn't had this kind of pain in the past 5 years. His eyes look red, inflamed and he is in pain and discomfort. Does Oil Pulling trigger Uveitis flare ups?

We started oil pulling around a week back, I am feeling really good, active and my complexion has also improved but my hubby's facing this problem. Please help."

ALOE VERA FOR POPPED BLOOD VESSEL IN EYE

[YEA] 07/01/2009: Patricia (par075@aol.com) from Austin, Texas writes: "4 oz of Aloe Vera juice quickly helped my eye. I recently had a bad looking popped blood vessel in my eye. I read that it generally takes about 2 weeks to go away/heal. I immediately started taking 4 oz a day and it completely cleared up in 3 days. I have continued to take it because it has done wonders for my skin, has given me more energy,I am now back to having regular bowel movements."

REMEDIES NEEDED FOR SINUS INFECTION

07/01/2009: Joe (jacasella1@aol.com) from Beaumont, California writes: "two months ago I went to the dentist with what I thought was a toothache. X-rays did not show a problem. He thought I had a sinus infection and gave me an antibiotic. It worked but two months later I have the same problem in the same area, upper teeth left side and headache. I have no mucus or runny nose just a throbbing pain. Anyone had the same problem that can help? Thanks"

ACID REFLUX AND ACV

07/01/2009: Coral from Indianapolis, IN writes: "Just found out I have acid reflux causing my throat feel like there is something stuck in it all the time.I will be sure to try the acv tonight and tomorrow as soon as I get home from work to see if it helps. I am ready to try anything before I break down and go to the doctor. I am glad to see another Coral recommends this!! "

[YEA] 06/18/2009: Coral from Shoalhaven, Australia writes: "thank you for this wonderful site i have been diognosed today with cronic reflux its been burning my throat which is red raw i have been taking pariet tablets for ages its getting worse so i have tried the acv after dinner it seems to have had instant results my throat has stopped burning i also ate an apple i will take more tomorrow

has anyone also suffered with cronic ulcers due to reflux?

thank you i will keep you posted"

CAYENNE PEPPER FOR SORE THROAT

[YEA] 07/01/2009: Klaeber from Newton, Kansas writes: "Yesterday I began developing a cold: Congestion, Sore Throat, Chills. The chills have subsided and the congestion continues, but I believe I have purchased relief from the sore throat through cayenne. In the middle of the night, I tried the ACV, but it only relieved the symptoms temporarily. This morning, I tried 1/8 t. of cayenne to 1 T. honey in a mug of hot water. I've been sipping off and on this morning with MUCH relief from the throat issues. Thank you!"

BIRTH CONTROL PILL SIDE EFFECTS - RESPONSE

07/01/2009: DJ from Pdx, Or writes: "Mew0116,

I have just gone through a similar process. I was on the pill for 22 years. I did the depo shot once and that was a BIG mistake. I gained 30 lbs in 3 months and have never been able to get rid of it.

Take a look at Ted's page he gave me some really good advice for going off the pill. The thing that I think made the biggest difference was taking the potasium and magnesium. I took double the dose for the first couple of months because BC pills are so bad.

I haven't had much luck with the weight loss yet but I am walking more and begining to have more energy. The real difference is that I haven't had a migraine in 2 months. I don't know if it was because of the pill or my allergy pills but I am soooo not complaining.

Good luck!"

[SIDE EFFECTS] 06/30/2009: Mew0116 from Detroit, MI writes: "I am going to write Ted also regarding this, but I also wanted to warn anyone who is using this form of birth control. I am 55 years old. I am no longer using this form of birth control but the side effects are still in my system. My OB/GYN started me on Depo Provera birth control after taking me off of the birth control pill. I was on the birtth control pill from the time I had my daughter at age 21 till about the age of 40. Because I was a smoker at that time, I was switch to the Depo Provera injection until the age of 49. Towards the end, I was just having spotting periods and then I started to no longer have a period. It came to a complete stop. But during that time, I started to experience the side effects, such as increase weight gain, painful joints, low energy, etc. I research Depo and read the horror story! I went back to my OB/GYN and requested a bone density test and refused to take another injection. Plus I wanted to know if I was in menopause, since I had not had a period in over a year so I took a hormone test as well.

The bone density test revealed that I was okay in my spine (which I doubt) but my hip was affected. The hormone test according to my OB/GYN showed that I was still fertile. Since I had refuse to take another injection, my OB/GYN suggested I have a coil. I refused and said I will take my chances.

My first course of action was to stop smoking. I have not smoked in over 5 years. I started taking Ted's ACV/BS remedy to start trying to lose th is weight and start getting rid of this toxens from the Depo Provera shot. I went back to my family doctor, who by the way, sent me to this OB/GYN, and reported to him what was going on with me and this doctor. He was shocked that I was on the Depo for so long and stated that I wasn't suppose to be on that shot for over 3 years. I complained that I was experiencing pain in my back and that I have did a symptom check on WebMD and revealed that I had Sciatica. My family doctor took x-rays and revealed that yes indeed, I had a bone hitting on nerve in my back causing the sciatica. He immediately scheduled me for a MRI. The MRI revealed that this bone (or spir or something, I can't remember what he called it) in my spine was touching this nerve and recommended back surgery. I said No to this doctor and have not seen a doctor since. That was five year ago. Since then I have been taking care of myself through stretches, Earth Clinic and the internet websites.

My questions is how can I get this Depo Provera out of my system?"

VITAMIN D-3 FOR LEG PAIN

[YEA] 07/01/2009: Kathy from Rusk, TX writes: "I began having leg pain about 6 months ago. Read an article about the use of Vitamin D3 have been taking 2 1000 IU per day and no leg pain."

LYMPHEDEMA REMEDIES

07/01/2009: Julia (afwjulia@gmail.com) from Colorado Springs, CO writes: "Thank you for posting your success! Are you juicing the wheat grass yourself? I ask because I think it requires a particular kind of juicer. If you are buying powder, know brand names and web sites cannot be posted here, so have included my email. Also, are you using spirulina powder? I don't think I have ever seen fresh spirulina in the store. Thanks again! Julia"

[YEA] 06/10/2009: Kokila from Roslyn Heights, New York writes: "HI,
I had a terrible case of A. Lymphedma in my legs and B. Ringworm there as well.
Cured both.

Here's how:
Lymphedema: got this during my pregnancy and continued for almost 2 years thereafter.
I believe from Adrenal and kidney depletion...pregnancy is hard on the glands...adrenals control fluids in the body...so do kidneys.
Anyway..tried everything: Lymphatic drainage massage MLD, acupuncture, herbs, compression stockings, you name it.
Here's what worked: a. Wheatgrass juice daily and fresh celery and spirulina and parsley juice.
b. Epsom salt baths (1/2 pound in the hot water with some bubble bath ,,,natural of course). Soaked 20 minutes a night before bed.
c. trampoline work.

Guess what? I'm cured...the massage therapist said I'd never cure it...that there is no cure. Oh yeah?
I sure hated those compression stockings. UGLY!

Now for the ringworm: AGAIN! Tried everything!!! Spent lots of money on creams, etc. tried herbs, etc. NOTHING! WORKED! The itching was driving me crazy ...plus ugly oozing sores on my legs. In desperation I tried: YES! Calamine lotion. IT WORKS FOLKS!
In a few hours I found relief and now it's gone. Try it. The lotion cost me $1.99

Haha!
Best of luck."

LOCATING CAYENNE IN INDIA - RESPONSE

07/01/2009: Monsoon from Pune, India writes: "Hi, This is for Shobha from Chennai. Shobha, Cayenne pepper is our very Indian 'Lal Mirch'. Red Chillis :) and sure it works
God Bless"

[QUESTION] 04/26/2009: Shobha Charan from Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India writes: "Cayenne Pepper gargling sounds impressive. What is cayenne pepper? Is it available in India? If so, would anyone know how I should refer to it locally, to buy it? Am unable to relate it to any of the locally available hot peppers."

REMEDIES NEEDED FOR TONSIL STONES

[QUESTION] 07/01/2009: Celeste from Narbonne, France writes: "Hi everyone! I am getting more and more tonsil stones or what i call "smelly balls". I think i have holes in my tonsils that fill with decaying food or pus. When the hole is full, a little yellow ball comes out, and eeew, it stinks. What are these "smelly balls"? And how does one cure them? I'd love to see what Ted thinks about this situation as he didnt mention the "smelly balls" as one of the resons one could have bad breath. I am also eager to get anyone's info and experieces with this. Thank you!"

YOGURT FOR BACTERIAL VAGINOSIS

07/01/2009: Jessica (krystalali21@yahoo.com) from Jefferson City, MO writes: "I suffer from bv all them time and I have since I was a young child. I was looking on here to see if I could find something that would work so I could stray away from the antibiotics. Although about a year ago I read something about using plain yogurt and inserting it inside. I tried that and not only did I have the bv but I got a really bad yeast infection. When I went to the bathroom it smelled like sour milk. I am not sure if that would happen to everyone or maybe just me because of my own chemical balance but ladies beware."

[WORKED TEMPORARILY] 06/04/2009: Discouraged from Boise, Idaho writes: "I've been dealing with this for a year and a half now. I've tried nearly everything...flagyl, Biofem, vitamins, the H202 wash, folic acid, acidophilus...NOTHING IS WORKING!

Lately I've been trying the combo of hydrogen peroxide, folic adic, and acidophilus. I've been taking 800-1600 mcg of folic acid a day, rinsing with the 1/2 water 1/2 hydrogen peroxide wash, and taking 2 acidophius capsules orally a day. I've done this for about a week now, and my body keeps going back and forth. One day it will appear to be working, the next it appears my symptoms have WORSENED. I don't know what to do!

I've seen a lot of women saying they vaginally insert an acidophilus capsule daily...can I do this with any capsule? Or do I have to buy a special kind? And is that really safe? Or is there a chance it'll give me another kind of infection?

Also, if I continue trying the combo I stated above, does it ALWAYS work instantly? Or can it take awhile? Everyone seems to have results right away, but not me. Did anyone's symptoms get a little worse before they improved?

Please, ladies, I need help! I'm about to lose my mind..."

TYPE OF VITAMIN C FOR INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS - RESPONSE

07/01/2009: Pooky from San Diego, Ca writes: "buffered C but be careful. try a little first to see how you handle it."

[QUESTION] 05/03/2009: Elizabeth (Elizabeth_TN@live.com) from Nashville, TN writes: "I am taking the supplement MSM for IC, asmtha, IBS among other things. The problem is that I cannot take Vitamin C due to my bladder problem...Is there another form of Vitamin C that would not aggravate my IC? I'm asking because I have read that Vitamin C helps the absorption of MSM tremendously."

INTERSTITIAL CYSTITIS AND POTASSIUM - RESPONSE

07/01/2009: Pooky from San Diego, Ca writes: "potassium???!!! that would kill an ic patient. An ic patient cant get alkalined with acids. it would kill them!!! The potassium test is a test to see if you have ic. If you are crying after it you have ic. it's a cruel test."

[YEA] 08/02/2008: Deborah from Riverview, Fl writes: "Deb for your IC please get some Ph paper and test your urine. You want it alkaline, not acidic. Check it all day long. I think you might have a fungal growth. To kill it and get alkaline take 400mg of potassium citrate 3 times a day. Also take 1/4 tsp. borax, 1/8 to 1/4 tsp. baking soda and 1 to 2 tbls apple cider vinegar in a little water. Take it 3 times a day. You can drink some plain water after it to wash it down. The fungus won't like this and you may feel worse, before you get better, please stick with it and stay away from all sugars. I can now go 2 to 3 hours without going to the bathroom and only get up 3 times at night, it use to be every 20 minutes. Good luck and I will pray for you."

FLEA ISSUES - RESPONSE TO PSORIASIS POST

07/01/2009: 4Yahshua (jdinnyespmp@verizon.net) from Fountain Valley, CA writes: "Sunsong, just to let you know. You do not need to see fleas to have a problem. We learned this the hard way with "Pretty" the young calico kitty that came to our home late last year. She stayed mostly in our garage and was doing very well with the good diet we gave her, including a garlic capsule (to help control fleas) and a lecithin capsule daily. After awhile we noticed a small bump on the back of her neck, that was all. However, during this past month she started to have more bumps there and they looked like sores, raw and open. We took her in to see what was wrong. Then we learned that she was infected by the fleas. (They said that they are a real big problem here.) If you feel any bumps under the fur (especially at the back of the neck or under the chin), please start flea control immediately. Eventually, they can kill your beloved pet!"

[YEA] 06/09/2009: Sunsong from Mission, Canada writes: "I would like to share with you my cure for Psoriasis. I had never had psoriasis until a few years ago when it broke out on the back of my scalp and quite severely on my left hand area inside the thumb and the palm of the hand. Anyone who has had psoriasis knows this is an extremely bad place to havce it!! I am also left handed so it became difficult to even write with a pen or do basic tasks.

I believe in natural medicines and it became an almost two year long journey to find the natural cure (for myself) and I'm hoping and praying it will work for others as well. I tried different natural topical treatments to no avail. And in a moment of clarity, realized that skin eruptions happen because of an imbalance 'within' the body.

First of all, i must stress that i was diligent about having my Vitamin D levels tested by my physician. I followed Dr. Mercolas advice on getting the correct vitamin D test and getting myself within the optimum range for good health. This took a few months. During that time i used a homemade cream with vitamin D drops on my hand. This helped, but did not cure the problem.

What truly made the difference was when i added in a very high quality omega 3 fish oil supplement. I vary between the capsules and the liquid high quality grade. Also, I use the recommended dose of 2 capsules daily or 1 tsp. liquid daily. If i take more than the recommended dose i feel imbalanced. Needless to say, one has to experiment with the correct dose as each person is unique biochemically.

The improvement in the psoriasis was startling. Within two months it was 98% gone, and it looks like it is never coming back. Since psorisis is a skin inflammation, and Vit D and omega fish oils are powerful anti-inflammatories, one can see why the remedy worked. I had used fish oils (omegas 3's) in the past, but had lapsed in taking them (stressful time in my life). I can see now how very important these two simple things are.

Also, I had a cat with a very serious allergy and skin problem. I started putting the Vit D drops (very tiny amounts) and fish oil in his food, and he cleared up almost completely. His condition was so serious that he would lose his hair and have bleeding crusty patches all over his body. Also, his nose would plug up so much he couldn't breathe. Now he is all clear and his dandruff is gone, he can breathe, and his fur feels like absolute SILK. All this with no pharma medicines.

So i gave it to my 3 elderly dogs....two german shepherds and a wolf hound. Huge improvement in their arthritis symptoms! Also, their fur and skin feel like absolute SILK.

Regarding the psoriasis and skin: i must mention that i use all natural soaps, dish soap and skin lotions. I also have a chemical free home (clean with baking soda, vinegar, and essential oils) Also, i wash my animals in a solution of borax and rinse them in clear water thoroughly. No chemical soaps or junk on their bodies!

I recently started adding a little Apple Cider Vinegar (the good organic kind with the mother in it) to my pets food. I only use tiny amounts, but they all seem to like it. I am trying this to see if it helps repel fleas, as I heard from elsewhere on Earth Clinic that his helps. We don't have a flea problem at all, but i'm hoping the ACV will keep it that way. (I also put garlic in their bone broth that they get).

I must mention again: the ACV i've been taking for a week dropped my blood pressure. I don't know if it has helped me lose weight because i don't use a scale. But i feel less bloated and more mentally perky. As with all things, i believe in consistency and in not overdoing. I only use the Earth Clinic recommendation of 2 tsp in 16 oz. water drank throughout the day. On some days i have ane extra glass because my body/mind is asking for it. I can hardly wait to see my doctor and give her the news that i lowered my blood pressure with such a simple thing.

May mother earth bless everyone who contributes their cures to this site!"

GENITAL HERPES RESPONSE

07/01/2009: Esther from NYC, NY writes: "I hope you're not talking about the usual vaginal discharge that every woman has just before she's ovulating. Don't think that you have an infection or you're dirty. I certainly hope that your doctors haven't lead you on a goose chase for 7 years. I've been reading a book which thoroughly explains the "normal" patterns of monthly cervical fluids for women, in fact it's used as a means of birth control or pregnancy planning. I hope this helps you!"

[YEA] 11/22/2007: Joyce from Joelton, Tn writes: "To SallySue from Chicago (ll/20/07) Hey, be happy that your diagnosis was herpes and not worse. For herpes, chicken pox, shingles or other virus, adults take 2grams L-Lysine (2000mgm) 4 times a day. Many viruses can recur, as anyone who has had a cold sore (herpes simplex) can tell you. If you restart the lysine at' the first sign of recurrence, it will be greatly improved the next day. I take L-lysine for colds, flu, cold sores, or any other viral ailment."

TURMERIC FOR HIDRADENITIS SUPPURATIVA

07/01/2009: Jennifer from Sacramento, CA writes: "Hello, this is Jennifer again. I wanted to post an update on my Turmeric therapy. It has been nine months since my original post on Turmeric and my fantastic results have remained consistent. I had two new outbreaks within the first couple months I began using Turmeric, both of which healed rather quickly. And since then I've had absolutely no outbreaks at all! It has been over a hundred degree's here in Sacramento, and I still have not broken out. If you suffer from Hidradenitis please give Turmeric a try."

[YEA] 09/22/2008: Jennifer from Sacramento, California writes: "I don't normally take the time to post comments on web sites but I must share my results using Turmeric. I have suffered from Hidradenitis Suppurativa in the groin area for fifteen years. My doctors have tried everything from antibiodics to accutane to surgery and nothing has helped me (I've got the scars to prove it). Two weeks ago, one of my abcess' finally put me in the emergency room, where I had an allergic reaction to an antibiodic drip they gave me. That's when I decided to go off all of my medicine and do my own research on Hidradenitis Suppurativa. I came across this site, read all of the positive feedback about Turmeric from other Hidradenitis Suppurativa sufferers, and figured I've got nothing to lose. ___________The day I started taking Turmeric I had two active abcess. One on my inner thigh that was open (you know, the kind you have to put a band aid on because it just leaks and leaks) and one on my inner buttock area that never drained. It just stayed large and turned purple and was very painful. Within two days the boil on my buttock went from purple to pink (that's never happened before) and receeded and within a week the open boil on my thigh was healed over. I have never had any of my abcess' heal this quickly. Even my husband said he couldn't believe how quickly I was healing. This weekend, I actually worked outside in the heat in jeans without having to wear band aids! Those of you who suffer from this disease know how horrifying that can be."

11 YEAR OLD BOY WITH MULTIPLE AILMENTS - RESPONSE

07/01/2009: Pam (pamelasquires@bellsouth.net) from Huntsville, Alabama writes: "Hi, Carrie. I just saw your post and wanted to add my two cents. sounds like your son may have candida over growth and possibly leaky gut syndrome. This can be caused by too much antibiotic. with leaky gut,whole pieces of food can leak from the gut into the blood causing all kinds of allergies,amoung other problems. Please do some research on leaky gut and candida over growth. You asked how to get an 11 year old to follow a diet? You gotta trick them,same way I get my 5 and 8 year old boys to do it. The best things for him are nutrient dense foods,you can look up nutrient info on the whole foods website. Cutting out wheat products and processed foods is a good idea. Almost anything pre-packaged is full of gluten,to which I am highly sensitive. When I cut out gluten my Graves disease symptoms improved dramatically. Next no artifical colors or flavors,no sugar. We use stevia, recipes can be found on the web. Does he like lemonade? Try giving him the juice of one lemon in a cup of warm water with natural honey before breakfast . Its a good energy booster and aids digestion. Also trying a rotation diet is a good idea in case he is allergic to dairy,and some people are highly allergic to things like corn and oranges. A reverse osmosis water system is good and not expensive to buy or complicated to install. He needs pure water equal to about half his body weight in ounces every day. If you want to detox him start slowly with castor oil packs. Good rule is on the abdomine one day ,liver one day, kidney area next day, repeat and the stop for 3 days before starting again. Preassure point foot massage after soaking his feet in water and epsome salt for 20 minutes or so is a good way to get things flowing. If you are in a situation to do so, take him to a natureopath,at least for his bowels and allergy treatments. Last, follow your instincts. You are his Mom and know him better than anyone.Please also let us know how he is doing. Sorry the post is so long. if you need any info you cant find on line, or moral support, feel free to e-mail. Pam"

[QUESTION] 06/24/2009: Carrie writes: "I'm not sure as to who I need to address this letter to or the correct email. Please if this is not the right address can you let me know.

I have an 11 year old boy. He has had a very hard life just trying to live. he was born at 31 weeks. He has undergone 2 major surgeries the first at age 3 and the last at age 7. All for CP. He can walk now and had brain injury in the learning center which is rerouteing as they told me it would as he got older. Problem being now, He cant stay well long enough to enjoy a month of the year. He's always been a sick child but over the past 6 years its got totally out of hand. They say he has asthma, GERD, Migraines, chronic sinus infections and chronic constipation. He has had 2 sinus surgeries that have not helped at all. He takes allergy shots every week. He is on an antibiotic at least once a month but they don't seem to help, only long enough for the next month to roll around and for him to be sick again. He is so sick of taking pill and I'm sick of giving them to him. Oh yeah forgot to tell you, his immune system is way down. They say his really low but not low enough to give immunogobblin. His doctor did put him on a low dose long term antibiotic to try and straighten his immune system which seems ever bizarre to me. Antibiotic suppress the immune system i thought. I'd don't know. I'm sick of meds given by doctors and ready to try some thing that God actually put on the earth for us sick humans.

Can you give me guidance as to where i need to start? I know the constipation has got to probably be the first with the gerd but how do u have a diet for an 11 year old to cleanse the colon? Then respiratory"

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FOR WEIGHT LOSS - RESPONSE (thread)

07/01/2009: Misha from Binghamton, New York writes: "Angela,

Thank you very much for your detailed feedback! The earthclinic community really appreciates it! I am excited to hear about your great results! Keep it up!"

[YEA] 06/28/2009: AngeleAlAahna (shedoesntexistonearth@yahoo.com) from Navarre, FL/USA writes: "well I told you all about my depressing and ACV now here is a update on my weight ...I began June 5 181 pound..Today after church june 28 I LOST 7 POUND... WHAM ..June 19 is my next weight in....As I said I put my ACV in a hugh bottle/glass/jug and drink it all day I excerise and I still eat what I usally eat BUT I LOST 7POUND...see you all next month"

ACV FOR GENITAL WARTS

[YEA] 07/01/2009: Anon from New York, NY writes: "I am really bad at keeping secrets, but have obviously kept my lips sealed about my situation. I'm so relieved and thrilled, I had to write!

I was diagnosed with high-risk (cervical cancer-causing) HPV in college, way back in 2005. The virus was dormant in six months, and I buried the experience in the haze of junior year.

Flash forward to my last check-up: having finished up my HPV vaccine and barely having any sex, I was shocked to hear the high-risk HPV was back. I knew it wasn't a big deal if the doctor kept an eye on it, and having dealt with this already, I didn't think it was a big deal.

And it wasn't a big deal. But then there was a little bump in the crease between my thigh near my butt, which I assumed was an ingrown hair from shaving. But then it didn't go away. But I have sensitive skin, so of course it was just a bump... but then the bump grew a neighbor bump. And that bump looked angry and gross. And that bump begat one more bump.

That's when I put two and two together and freaked out.

I'm normally fine with doctors and have had plenty of embarrassing medical issues. But for some reason, I was haunted by these warts. I lost my appetite and hated myself and wanted to curl up into a hole and die, or else wait 6 months to a year for them to supposedly go away on their own. But what if they didn't? What if they got worse? And how could I go a year without sex?

First I tried straight up tea tree oil soaked in gauze and stuck on with band aids. It felt refreshing, but I didn't see a difference after two days. I had white vinegar in the house, so I tried that and went to sleep for 8 hours. The next morning, the warts maybe looked a little better. They were definitely white, which I knew would happen. But would they go away?

I decided white vinegar wasn't strong enough and bought of apple cider vinegar (5%). The first night I soaked the gauze with the vinegar, taped it on with bandaids and went to bed. I didn't notice too much in the morning, but they felt a little less raised.

Last night I soaked yet another gauze with the ACV, taped it on, and went to bed. It stung this time, but not too badly. (For those of you freaking out about the pain: of course it burns worse each time. You're putting acid on open skin.) This morning in the bath tub, I rubbed some of the dead skin off. The skin felt a bit sore, but absolutely manageable. I blotted on some tea tree oil before I went to work.

When I got home from work today, I had the time to check out the location in a hand mirror. Wow. The bumps are so much smaller and flatter. After only two days, the skin is a little worn out, but the warts are definitely shrinking and getting killed by the ACV.

This site is amazing. I hope more people who are too embarrassed to go to the doctor can take care of this situation for under $10. I can't wait to report back in a few days. I hate new age herbal folk remedies, but this one is really working! I can't believe it..."

FOLIC ACID AND ACIDOPHILUS FOR BV

[BETTER BUT NOT CURED] 06/30/2009: Jai from atlanta, Georgia writes: "Better but not all the way cured. I tried it for a couple weeks and I did notice results! Yay! However once I stepped off of the pills it started creeping back up so I weened myself off. I was good for a while until I started my menstrual cycle again it kinda popped back up but no where near as strong. I just start back on the pills and it stops for a while. Still greatful, I'm much better than I have been for months"

05/04/2009: Jai from Atlanta, Ga writes: "Let me just start off by saying I'm sooo glad I found this site. I've been suffering with BV since I got my IUD put in Nov 07'. I had my period one day and it was an unusually stronger oder then normal. After my period was over the oder remaind. I figured it wasn't an STD, I hadn't been with anyone for a while, so I did some research and found out it was BV. I went to the clinic and paid like 80bucks to take those nasty metronidazole (Flagyl) pills! Since then I've had it 3more times and had to pay everytime for those nasty pills! And it seems to be getting worse!! Well, I went out and bought the FOLIC ACID pills (800mcg) and ACIDOPHILUS (1million). I'll start taking them today and follow up in a week to post my results. I'm alil weary of the H202 douching so I hope this works. Crossing my fingers... I can't take this anymore!"

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FOR SHINGLES

[YEA] 06/30/2009: CJK from Augusta, ME writes: "Apple Cidar Cinegar cured my shingles. I'm 37 yrs old and was shocked when my dr. said the word shingles!! I thought it was a spider bite for the 1st 2 days, and then on the 3rd, it started to blister. That's when I knew, something was very wrong. My dr. prescribed an anti-viral, and antibiotic, and pain med. By the next morning I was in so much pain I cried, I decided to surf the net to see if I could find anything useful. Thank goodness I came across this site! I immediately went to the store and picked up apple cidar vinegar, L-Lysine and Vitamin C. The ACV was a miracle!!! I didn't drink it because my stomach was already upset from the med's. I applied it to large gauze pads and wrapped it with seran wrap. After an hour I removed it and it already looked better and definately felt better. After 3 days the blisters are level with my skin and are not as painfull. I can only imagine what would have happened without the ACV. Try it, what do you have to loose?.......... besides horrific pain!!!! THANK YOU, Sincerely, CJK"

COLLOIDAL SILVER FOR CANKER SORES

06/30/2009: John from Fresno, Ca writes: "I have been suffering from mouth sores for decades. I read that colloidal silver will penetrate tissue. So, gaving tried everything, i tried 250 ppm. Everytime i got a mouth sore starting, i gargled (then spat out - did not swallow) for 3 minutes like the article suggested. The mouth sore would go away in 24-48 hours. After a while, i stopped getting mouth sores."

TOOTHPASTE CAUSING MOUTH BURNS

06/30/2009: Cindy from McKinleyville, CA, USA writes: "I've been looking for remedies for mouth burns on the net for several days and what came up was on consumer{advice or alert.com or something like that} and there are pages of people complaining about a very common and popular toothpaste that causes them to have mouth pain from possibly the chemcial used for bleaching or whitening the teeth. And this chemical is also present in the other leading toothpaste starting with the same letter of the alphabet. The only one I've bought is (cant disclose this info cause of this websites issues with it) the leading and most advertised toothpaste in California it starts with a c, the next letter is an r next is the 5th letter of the alphabet the next is the 19 I believe and ends with a t. Hope this is helpful to others with the same painful problem. I hope to find a remedy for this soon as it is diffcult to eat. Haven't had problems with skin sloughing off just lots of pain in the gums and initially on the throat and esophogus which some pain has subsided after 1 and 1/2 weeks."

[YEA] Carol from Fairfield, CT writes: "I am using oatmeal/steel cut (cup) morning with cinnamon and soy milk. Lo fat chicken broth with instant Barley (1/2 cup added to soup) for lunch. When I get hungry I have plain yogurt. I take udo encyme 2 capsules before each meal, and 1/4 cup aloe before all big meals. I have suffered all my life with GERD and acid mouth. This has not been easy because I like white wine. I have 2 glasses at least 3-4 times a week. This diet has soothed my sore stomach. I tried everything and this works. It is inexpensive and healthy!!I also had hpylori, and there is scar tissue from 2 ulcers.

It cured that rotten taste in my mouth. I have had to go on a food regimen because I know that everything I eat sends me to the moon with the burping. If you took a match to me I would blow sky high. I got several books from library and found the food we eat today and the additives in them are not good for we who have stomach problems. Barley is used in most of my meals. Enzyme capsules and aloe drink helps so much also. My dad died from stomach cancer when I was young. We think that this may have been his problem too.

I do not eat candy I did not like the acid taste in mouth. The candy would increase discomfort!! Eating right is the key. After reading comments from people, many of them are taking too many drs prescriptions that is damaging to the liver. Barley, oatmeal, fat free soup, rye crisp (snacks) Aloe vera drinks, and Enzymes at least 2 before each meal. I also take a 1/2 lemon juice and 1/2 tes baking soda and glass water, to stop belching.. It will not cure the Gerd, but it will ease any stomach problems. I was tested in Lenox Hill Hospital to measure the acid level in system, it would help to run my car for a week, that is how strong. You fight the disease, do not let it fight you!!! Ulcer cures and foods are the way to go. WATCH what you eat."

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FEEDBACK

[BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS] 06/30/2009: Lori from Victoria, KS writes: "My husband has been taking 2 tsp of ACV 2 times a day for a couple of months for leg cramps. He takes the ACV with a medicine spoon and drinks it straight then chases it with water. Today he is experiencing tooth pain, not really sensitivity but pain. We are wondering if this could have anything to do with the ACV. He has been getting relief from his leg cramps so we hate for him to stop taking this. He was having such severe leg cramps that he wasn't able to get more than a couple of hours sleep at a time before being awakened with a cramp. He is carefull not to get the vinegar on his teeth and doesn't think that he can dilute it and drink it with water."

OIL PULLING CONTRAINDICATIONS

[QUESTION] 06/30/2009: Dewayne from Oklahoma City, Oklahoma writes: "oil pulling contraindications: curious to know if oil pulling would interfere with a regimen that I'am doing for narrowing of my left descending blood vein in my heart. Now using lecithin, coq10, fish oil, taurine, and a plethora of other natural igredients. since lecithin is basically oil I thought I might be wasting my time. thanks in advance"

COCONUT OIL FOR CHILDREN

06/30/2009: Kyra from Cortlandt Manor, New York writes: "I give all of my children, ages 2 - 12 1 tablespoon of Extra Virgin Coconut Oil daily."

[QUESTION] 06/29/2009: Sangeetha from Grand Cayman, Cayman Islands writes: "Is VCO good for any age? My mother is 70 years old and suffers from diabetes and bigh blood pressure. I know VCO is good for diabetes. Is it also god for high blood pressure? Is it ok for a 70 year old with these ailments to drink VCO?

Also, due to so many benefits includes its ability to fight virus and bacteria, I wanted to give it to my 6 1/2 year old daughter, maybe in smaller quantities of 1 tsp to begin with, gradually increasing to 2 tsp. a day. Is it alright for a child that age to drink VCO?

Thank you in advance for responses."

QUERCETIN WITH BROMELAINE FOR ALLERGIES

[YEA] 06/30/2009: musicchick581 from By the Shore, NJ writes: "My (non food related ) allergies came on a couple years ago as a result of stress and poor eating, etc. They last all year long and would make me very tired, fatigued and congested/dizzy. I changed my diet and reduced dairy and wheat/gluten. There was a huge change in my digestion but not in my allergies.

I went to a new doctor (MD/DO) and asked for a natural method of combatting them. He told me to take Quercitin and Bromelain tablets once or twice a day on an empty stomach. I have been taking 2 of them, one in the morning and one at night and they have helped me TREMENDOUSLY with allergies. I can now walk around the block without feeling so sleepy when I come back. I blow my nose less often and haven't had a sinus infection this year. (Last year I had 2 or 3 for the first time in my life).

I've been on them for almost 4 months. They do take a little while to build up in your system I've read. Highly recommended!"

[YEA] 05/23/2007: Kate from Newcastle upon Tyne, Northumberland, UK writes: "Quercetin complex with bromelaine stopped an allergy attack dead in its tracks. After spending four hours sitting in a friend's garden, I succumbed to a really bad allergy attack - blocked sinuses, teary and mucousy eyes, and hot, prickly blood shot eyes, along with a thumping sinus headache. I took two quercetin complex tablets (also containing bromelaine) and within 15 minutes, my sinuses had cleared, the post nasal drip had stopped, and I could generally breathe! It took a while for the eyes to dry up - perhaps a few hours but ultimately it has stopped. I am continuing to take 2 capsules in the morning with breakfast for the next few days to keep things under control, but am confident that I can now control the summer hay fever."

DENTAL HEALTH AND FLUORIDE

06/30/2009: Anita from Meadville, Mississippi writes: "This post about Floride got me to thinking about my history. At my parent's house growing up, we had a reverse osmosis water filter, and with the exception of one incident, none of us had any dental issues. Then I left home and went to college, and suddenly my teeth started rotting, and I had to go get them taken care of. Then after college, I had a reverse osmosis water filter, and had no teeth issues. Now, in a different state, I have no water filter, and suddenly, my teeth are rotting and painful.

Also, right after I moved here, I noticed that my teeth were extremely sensitive. I'd never had sensistive teeth before. I'd used various toothpastes with no issues. So I went and got toothpaste for sensitive teeth, which helped a little bit, but not enough to satisfy me. Then I read on this website that baking soda could be used for toothpaste. I started using it, and whew! relief! Whenever I changed back, instantly sensitive teeth! Then I noticed that my teeth were continuing to rot, which is bothersome, since I like never go to the dentist or doctor. As a rule, I find a natural way to do it, since I firmly believe that God gave us everything we need to live. So I got to reading this post and realised that this is why I am having problems. So I will be buying a reverse osmosis water filter hopefully very soon. It is such a relief to know that my teeth can heal themselves."

09/17/2008: Pim from Vught, Netherlands writes: "DENTAL HEALTH

This letter was sent out in April 2002 by Gerard F. Judd, Ph.D., Chemist, and Researcher. For his Curriculum Vitae, scroll to the bottom of this page.

Dear Government Executive and Employee: We can all stop spending billions for American dental work and research. Let me tell you why: I have learned the real causes of dental cavities and gum infection. People, including you, will now be able to take care of their own dentistry with insignificant cost, and end with perfect teeth. Cavities and gum infections are ended! A great amount of REPUTABLE DENTAL RESEARCH proves the following:

Tooth cavities will be ended simply by rinsing acids off the teeth. ACIDS ALONE EAT THE ENAMEL. There would be no cavities in the world if all people rinsed acids from their teeth promptly. Just sip water, milk or other liquid while eating. Water reacts with acids.

Foods and drinks, other than those containing acids, have no action on tooth enamel. SUGARS HAVE NO ACTION ON THE ENAMEL.

Bacteria cannot damage the enamel (calcium hydroxy phosphate). There is no such thing as decay of the enamel since bacteria require carbon and hydrogen to live. Billions of human and animal remains show teeth and bones are resistant to earth-bound organisms.

Teeth reenamalize when clean. TO MAKE TEETH CLEAN ONE BRUSHES WITH ANY BAR SOAP. ( There are good toothpastes at the health food stores. Check the ingredients before buying. Don't get anything with glycerine in it.) Soap washes off in just 2 rinses. What about toothpastes? Glycerine in all tooth pastes is so sticky that it takes 27 washes to get it off. Teeth brushed with any toothpaste are coated with a film and CANNOT PROPERLY REENAMELIZE.

Taking calcium and phosphate in the diet results in reenamelization of the teeth, but only when they are clean. Bar soap does a perfect job in cleaning the surface. The enamel thickens and becomes less sensitive. Adenosine diphosphatase furnishes phosphate to teeth.

Gums are disinfected by brushing with any bar soap. Not only bacteria and viruses are destroyed promptly by small amounts of soap in water, but also white flies and aphids. Gardeners: Spray 1 tsp of dishwashing soap in 1 gallon of water to kill white flies and aphids.

Plaque, a poorly formed crystal stuck to the bottom of the enamel, is prevented and eventually removed by brushing with bar soap. Dental procedures to get the badly formed crystals off dig holes through the enamel. These cavities catch food and cause gum infection.

Prevention of plaque retards gum pockets. Gum pockets are formed as the plaque pushes the gums away from the teeth. Gum pockets, from 1 to 8 mm deep, are also formed by FLUORIDE, which severs the protein molecules adhering the gums to the teeth. SOAP PREVENTS GINGIVITIS caused by bacteria which is lodged in the gum pockets.

VITAMIN C AND PHOSPHATE help knit the gums back to the teeth. Pressing against the gums with fingers forces adhesive materials from the gums onto the teeth, which helps the process. Abscesses can be offset by holding Cepacol (14% alcohol) in the mouth 5 minutes.

Receding gum surgery will end when the gum pockets cease. The very mention of the procedure, which involves transferring flesh from the roof of the mouth to the excised area of the gums, is a heinous and useless procedure which ought to pass into oblivion.

Removal of flouride from drinking water, pastes or gels saves the enzyme adenosine diphosphatase so it can deliver phosphate to calcium at the tooth surface, resulting in a beautiful, semi-flexible enamel.

As stated above, the gums can be reconnected to the teeth by taking vitamin C (ascorbic acid) (1 tsp) with Arm and Hammer baking soda (1/2 tsp) in 1 inch of water, letting it fizz and then diluting to 1/2 to 1 cup with water, then drinking. The resulting SODIUM ASCORBATE is non-acid, very pure and a thousand times more soluble than vitamin C. Sodium ascorbate is more reactive than ascorbic acid (Vitamin C) in building connective tissue and antibody structures and more effective in killing some viruses and bacteria.

Receding gums and plaque are ended when soap is used for brushing and vitamin C is taken daily in the form just mentioned.

30% of American youths ages 8-10 have no cavities. 100% of Ugandan youths ages 6-10 have no cavities. What does this tell us?

The reason Ugandan youths have 3 times better teeth than American youths is because they do not consume as many acid foods, have no fluoride in their drinking water, have regular meals rather than sipping acid drinks all day, have more calcium and phosphate in their diet, and have fewer dentists to work on their teeth.

Dental literature says 42% of Americans over 65 have no natural teeth, while 25% of those over 43 have none.
Dental literature says Americans age 43 average 32 cavities, those age 17 have 13 cavities, blacks and poverty stricken (without calcium and phosphate) have twice this and the native Americans have four times this amount. The Native American plight can be blamed on their poor nutrition, excessive fluoridation, and free but improper dental care.

If fluoridation were effective in preventing cavities, Native Americans would have the least cavities. They have had forced fluoridation for approximately 62 years.

Fluoride in water at 1 part per million INCREASED tooth cavities in four large reliable studies (7%, 22%, 45% and 10%, averaging 21%). The reason far these increases has to do with the fact that adenosine diphosphatase is destroyed by fluoride and CALCIUM FLUORIDE which slips into the enamel, is alien to the tooth composite and makes the enamel weak, brittle and discolored.

The health of American teeth will increase to be very nearly perfect if the regimen of water rinsing, soap brushing and taking calcium, phosphate and vitamin C in the diet is implemented.

Fortunately, we now know the current teeth perfecting protocol of dentistry with fluoridation is flawed. If the early estimates of 80% tooth improvement in childrens' teeth by age 13 were true, each American would now have less than one cavity. That is far from true. The teeth in America are in a sorry state, and at the present time are getting worse.

Numerous top scientists over the past 60 years have discarded the theory that fluoride helps teeth, or is a nutrient helpful to man.

To avoid fluoride is to prevent more than 114 ailments listed with references in a book "Good Teeth Birth to Death" by Gerard F. Judd, Ph.D.. These 114 medical side effects extend all the way from cancer down to headaches caused by 1 ppm fluoride in the water. Thirteen of these side effects are proved by a double blind study on 60 patients by 12 physicians, 1 pharmacist and 1 attorney.

The mechanism for destruction of enzymes by fluoride has been proven by x-ray studies. Hydrogen bonds are broken by fluoride.

Fluoride is the smallest negative particle on the face of the earth. Since the fluoride particles are so small and so intensely negative, they connect with the hydrogen bonds holding the enzyme coils in place and ruin every enzyme molecule at very low concentration, around 1-3 ppm. These enzymes are often 3,000 or more times the small size of the fluoride. The effect is ruinous.

To avoid fluoride is to prevent the destruction of 83 enzymes listed with references in Good Teeth, Birth to Death, by Gerard F. Judd, Ph.D.. Fluoride is a severe biological poison. Being intensely negative, it unlatches positive hydrogen bonds in enzymes AND proteins.

It is fortunate we have learned fluoride is a nerve poison. Fluoride causes cavities. There is not the slightest doubt.
Methylmercury formed from amalgams in the body is deadly. It causes brain disease. Fillings made of quartzite and epoxy are a safe substitute.

Fluoride harms the economy by making people purchase other than city water to avoid it. It also harms the economy by making people dependent on undependable professions that know nothing about it. Ignorance about fluoride and what it does is worldwide.

Keep the teeth moist. Teeth that are dry crack. If you chew ice, teeth may crumble. Teeth do have a breaking strength.

LOOK IN YOUR MOUTH. Tell the dentist(s) what you want done and get several bids for examination and work. Save your fortunes. We now know we can cancel the green light given by Harry Truman with the help of Congress to subsidize dentistry. Billions of dollars being wasted in this regard (Public Law 755, June 24, 1948) can now be returned to the taxpayers.

I hope you will put this information in the hands of your Congress persons so they and we may alert the newspapers, radio and TV stations, magazines, and all other news media as well as their friends, families, and associates about this giant leap in dental technology.

I ask for your feedback on this letter and I would also like you to ask for feedback from the ones you contact. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT!

Respectfully yours, Gerard F. Judd, Ph.D. Professor Emeritus, Chemistry

ADDRESSEE: Please mail a copy of this letter to your Congressperson, asking what they are going to do about this terrible incompetence and waste in dentistry and government spending. Thanking you, I am Gerard F. Judd.

PARTIAL CREDENTIALS OF DR JUDD

October 24, 2002
6615 W Lupine, Glendale AZ 85304

Ph.D. from Purdue University.
Researcher in industry: 18 years.
Professor of chemistry: 33 years; retired professor emeritus.
Fluoride laboratory studies: Linde, Purdue, Wright Field and Phoenix College, 13 years.
Author, revised: Good Teeth Birth to Death, 117 pp. July 1997.
Author, revised: Chemistry, Its Uses In Everyday Life, 305 pp. July 1997.
Author, Workbook, Self Quizzes and Laboratory Assignments for Chemistry, Its Uses In Everyday Life, July 16, 1997.
Author, Chemical Hygiene Plan, 89 pp, 4-23-1998.
Speaker, writer, radio host, bookseller, age 79, continuing October 24, 2002.
Fighter for truth in practical uses of chemistry."

SALINE RINSE SIDE EFFECTS - RESPONSE

06/30/2009: Moniluv from Orlando, FL writes: "Jason - use some peroxide and water. 50/50 in a nette pot, and that should clear up your sinus."

[SIDE EFFECTS] 06/30/2009: Jason from Fort Lauderdale, FL writes: "Hi, I tried using coconut oil in my nasal rinse by mixing a 1/8 of a tsp of coconut oil into 16 oz of water mixed with one of those salt & baking soda mixes. I was hoping this would help my with my chronic sinusitis. I do not recommend doing this because now my nasal passages have been even more blocked then before and I am losing sleep over it. Please let me know if there are any suggestions how to counter this unexpected development from the coconut oil? Thanks! Again, do not try mixing coconut oil with your nasal rinse solution. Coconut oil works well on the outside of your body and with food but not in your nose."

MAGNESIUM OIL FOR CRACKED HEELS

06/30/2009: Kelly from Anywhere, USA writes: "this may sound a little crazy but, i've used this remedy and it works. Every winter my joints in my hands (palm+outside knuckle) would crack so deep that you could see the muscle (red). So I took some ___ lip balm (the liquid w/ the slant applicator for lips)and put it on the crack with a bandaid and it would be healed by morning. previously, I had tried every cream from cheap to expensive but nothing worked as well as that. I hope this helps, it could'nt hurt. God Bless!!"

[YEA] 06/28/2009: Gean from Salina, Kansas writes: "My mom, who is 62 and has had severely cracked heels for as long as I can remember, started spraying herself with magnesium oil (magnesium chloride). Within a couple of weeks her heels were completely smooth.

I also gave some magnesium oil to a friend in her late 40's. After 1-2 weeks of spraying in on her body, she got "baby feet". She had had very cracked heels.

Neither of these ladies sprayed it on their feet, just on body once daily after a shower. We did not know it would have this effect, but they are very happy about this!"

TURMERIC RECIPE FOR BOILS - RESPONSE

06/30/2009: Dianna from Austin, Tx writes: "turmeric is amazing! my dbf has recurring boils on his rear - and after much coaxing i got him to take turmeric. now he only wanted the kind in the capsules and was taking several - but finally i opened some of them and measured a teaspoon of powder and it was at least 5 capsules worth!!! also i made him take it in milk so it would be dissolved better.

he was in such pain when he started this - and he didn't believe it would work since he didn't see immediate improvement. but he started feeling very sick and dizzy and just horrible (cleansing reaction IMO) and then he fell asleep and the next day the boil was much less painful and had gone down in size. over the next couple of days he continued taking the turmeric at a smaller dosage and it went away."

06/30/2009: Hil from Esco, CA writes: "I have had boils since I was 13 years of age, I am now 56 years old. I have tried everything imaginable even doctors, antibiotics of all kinds and lancing. My sister told me about this site and off I went reading. I just happen to be experiencing one of my episodes with boils. I bought the turmeric and smelled it and tasted it and no way that would go down and stay down. So I bought empty gel capsules and filled 4 to 5 of them with turmeric powder, from an Indian resturant/store. That is equivalent to 1 tsp. That did not seem to be doing much, until I read one of the newer accounts that indicated that turmeric was oil soluble. So I bought some Almond Oil and honey and tried the tea recipe, but no way I could drink so much tea. So I did a paste of 1 tsp turmeric and about 1/2 tsp almond oil. I also add a drop of honey just because I bought it. It looks like peanut butter. I make this paste and with a paring knife I stuff it into the gel capsules and drink them down with water. No taste in my mouth and it works. By the end of one day the pain of the boils was gone. I just had to write to let you all know. I will continue and see how long I can get away with not having any boils. Lord willing, it will never happen again. Thanks to all who have passed on their testimonials."

BORAX COMMENTS - RESPONSE (see thread)

06/30/2009: harmonious1 from Littleville, SW writes: "Borax (found in the laundry aisle) is NOT detergent. It is a water softener, and helps detergents work better, but is not itself a detergent!"

[YEA] 12/08/2008: Carla from Greenville, NC writes: "I became a fan of borax when my son was 2 years old and had the chicken pox. His doctor told me to put him in a bath with borax and it would help with his itching. It was wonderful. He would sleep for hours after his borax fix. I used about 1 cup of borax in a tub of water deep enough to cover him. Now, I am trying to cut back my water usage. To do that I put a few oz. of borax in the bottom of a dixie cup and fill it with water. I pour it over my hair and rinse. Instead of using a cream rinse, I use a leave in spray rinse from my hair dresser. It helps save my well water, and my hair has never been so beautiful and soft. TRY IT!!!"

ACID REFLUX COMMENTS

06/30/2009: Dave from Harrison, OH writes: "There is alot of mis-information regarding reflux. Most non-thinking MDs believe that it's because we are producing too much acid. That's ridiculous. Nothing starts to make MORE of what it's supposed to make the older we get. Instead, as we age, along with poor diet, alcohol, prescription drug use, etc., we begin to produce LESS acid and enzymes. As a result, the food that we used to process in a timely fashion now takes longer. The process slows, and as the food sits, it begins to ferment, giving off gas, which will bubble-up the acid that is still present. This gives the symptoms of reflux. The LAST thing one should do is take nexium/prilosec, or any other acid blocker. The answer is to add acid/enzymes to the mix, thereby bring the processing back up to speed. That's why you see suck great success with the vinegars, enzymes, pickle juice, et.al. If you continue down the wrong path (that which is prescribed by the idiots), you completely disrupt the lower bowel, leading to malabsorption syndromes, decreased immune function, dysbiosis, gas/bloat/irritable bowel, etc. Make sense to anyone else???"

BORAX AND FLUORIDE POISONING

06/30/2009: Harmonious1 from Littleville, Southwest USA writes: "If, as stated, borax will move flouride out, then I suggest people who use it with flouridated water may be setting themselves up for these side effects. Flouride detox can be very painful, as I found out when I started taking iodine. When the flouride was stirred up and recirculated through my body, I had a lot of bad symptoms. And it takes a while for your body to get rid of it then.

I suggest using purified water, not city water, as it may be flouridated."

[SIDE EFFECTS] 04/15/2009: Paula (PurplePepsiLady@yahoo.com) from Coloma, Michigan, USA writes: "Hi, I've been using 1/8th teaspoon of borax with 1/8th teaspoon of sea salt in 1 liter of water and drinking it 5 days a week for the last couple of weeks. I'm now experiencing what I would call a hive like breakout on my face, neck, chest and arms that lasts for about an hour and then fades away. It started randomly about a week after I started taking borax, but now it's almost a daily occurence. I don't know if I should quit taking it all together or if something else could be causing this. I use to have it happen after drinking certain wines years ago, or after a workout...but now it's happening while I'm at my desk at work and it has my co-workers freaked out. I haven't told them what I'm doing because they aren't into alternative medicine as I am and they already make fun of how many supplements I take a day. Please help. Thank you."

DIAPER RASH CREAM FOR GENITAL HERPES SORES

[YEA] 06/30/2009: Krista from Columbus , OH writes: "___ Diaper Rash cream works excellent for Genital Herpes! It has zinc in it and it has ingredients in it that heal the skin. At the first sign of a tingle put the cream in the area and it heals so fast. This along with Lysine works better than prescription medication."

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR FOR WEIGHT LOSS - UPDATE

06/30/2009: AngeleAlAahna from Fl, USA writes: "I make a jug/tall glass/picture of 2 tbs of ACV and 8 ounce of water 1 teaspoon of honey stir then I mix it with juice. I put it in something big enough that I can drink the whole day instead of drinking soda..Then at night I just drink a glass of water.

FYI May -09 My hips was 42
Legs 26
waist 36

weight 181

FYI June -09 My hips are now 40
Legs24 1/2

and
waist is now 34 1/2
weight 175
will give you a update on july 19-09"

[YEA] 06/28/2009: AngeleAlAahna (shedoesntexistonearth@yahoo.com) from Navarre, FL/USA writes: "well I told you all about my depressing and ACV now here is a update on my weight ...I began June 5 181 pound..Today after church june 28 I LOST 7 POUND... WHAM ..June 19 is my next weight in....As I said I put my ACV in a hugh bottle/glass/jug and drink it all day I excerise and I still eat what I usally eat BUT I LOST 7POUND...see you all next month"

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR SIDE EFFECTS - RESPONSE

06/30/2009: Dianna from Austin, Tx writes: "i had a similar problem when i was taking ACV in large doses (1 tablespoon in 8 ounces of water)

when i would take it like this every night i would have bloating and gas when i was trying to sleep - very uncomfortable.

i didn't want to entirely stop the ACV - so what i started doing was to put about 1/4 to a 1/2 a teaspoon into 32 ounces of water and drink it throughout the day.

this has worked great for me. i still get about a teaspoon of ACV per day and it doesn't give me gas or bloating.

also i had a very bad reaction to blackstrap molasses. i tried several times to take it starting with 1/8 teaspoon and every time i would become dizzy, have diahrreah, and just feel horrible. i stopped taking it and each time it would take a few days to feel normal again. this was organic no sulfur added blackstrap molasses.

from what i've read blackstrap molasses contains natural occuring sulfites (or is it sulfates?)and that would make sense because i have trouble with sulfites/sulfates (red wine gives me an instant headache, etc)."

[SIDE EFFECTS] 06/30/2009: bang55 from Kuala Lumpur, WP writes: "After reading so much about ACV, I tried it and have been on it for more then 1 month now. Initially I felt energized and great. Now I always end up with bloated tummy and recently for the past 10 days, my tongue is bitter. Temporarily I have stopped taking it. I started off with 1 tbls of ACV and 1 tbls of Blackstrap Molasses in 8 oz of purified water. I want to continue with ACV for at least 6 months, can anyone advice. Thanks"

NEEM FOR MORGELLONS - MORE INFO REQUESTED

06/30/2009: Philip from Dearing, GA writes: "Lance failed to mention amounts to be given and how often. There is alot great information here on earth clinic, but SO many of the post are incomplete. Precise directions are not given, leaving us to having to guess or experiment. Please....if you are posting something on this site, explain it to us like we are 6 years old (i.e. dosage, how often, and for how long)."

06/29/2009: Lance Gumtz from National City, California writes: "Morgellons is not a disease it is a parasite, round worm it effects people in poor health and a high fungal load in the body. It really likes fungus so you need to wash with neem soap, or any other soap that removes bacteria. Then you need to take neem leaf it stops people dogs and cats and blood sucking bugs like scabies, body lice fleas and round worm from reproducing no more eggs.......If it cant produce then it wont spread. It takes a while for the neem leaf to get into your blood. Then you need to take msm (sulfur) it keeps parasites from being able to cling to your intesines walls. Then you need to take humana worm parasite killing herbs. Then i would also add worm wood it is known for killing parasites. Then you need to take clove it kills any eggs dead. You should really look into neem and all the wonderful things it can do its amazing...... some people use it as birth control."

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