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Ted's Remedies
Posted by Leila (Amsterdam, The Netherlands) on 04/20/2009
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Dear Ted, your remedy against Phlebitis works so well, it's absolutely amazing. I have varicose veins, they're not on the surface and so my legs look smooth, but on the inside the veins feel tense. I had Phlebitis three times before, the last time it lasted for 6 weeks and I was in so much pain, I thought I was going crazy.
I work in a shop, so there's lots of standing on my feet all day long. A few days ago, I sensed the first signs of an upcoming Phlebitis; a spot on my calf as large as my hand felt hot and inflamed. Aimed a cold shower at it and searched the condition here at EC. I had one lemon in the fridge (hurrah) and baking soda is always at hand in my house since I found EC, so I mixed teh two just like you said, filled the glass with water and drank it down. Within 30 minutes, the heat had left the spot on my leg! I could hardly believe it, but it's true. Thank you so much.
Blackstrap Molasses
Posted by Sherry (Longview, Washington) on 10/18/2008
★★★★★
Black Strap Molasses has really helped my heavy bleeding and clotting due to fibroids. I do not know how it works but it is working.
Cayenne
Posted by Karenna (SF, CA) on 06/01/2007
★★★★★
Cayenne is NOT unsafe per one of your feedback customers. I recently found your website in some research I am doing on Cayenne and Lymph, but was a little disconcerted to see that you published someone's testimonial warning others not to use cayenne if they do not want their blood thinned.
Cayenne is used in midwifery and in other instances when needed to stop hemorrhaging, and has the ability to correct and balance both ends of many circulation issues. It will assist in dissolving clots as well as stopping bleeding, and it will -- over time -- correct both high and low blood pressure.
I suggest to all readers that when it comes to benefits and contraindications of herbs and medications, that they exhaustive research, or at least more than they think is necessary, to discover what they need to know for their particular situation or those for whom they are caring.
EC: Thanks, Karenna. We appreciate your clarification!
Enzymes + NAC
Posted by Susy (ny) on 06/27/2024
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First of all I would like to thank all the wonderful open minded people that are here to find natural ways of coping with health problems.
I have to admit that I have never been very trusting of the medical industry for most of my life, and have dodged them along the way. The last years have only confirmed my gut feelings of distrust.
I recently was sent to the ER and diagnosed with a blood clot. Followed by a barrage of ill medical advice along with ill bedside manners which added to my mistrusting situation. Was prescribed Eliquis with lots of fear porn added and threatened that if I do not take it, I'll be doomed.
It's all a bit strange, since my health ... does not fit the clot profile. I am very healthy, work out, not obese, no smoking. Am 68 and am on no prescriptions whatsoever. Zero... Only vitamins. I am also a pureblood... No MRNA vaccines have entered my system. Shedding anyone???
So I decided to take the chances on my own terms. Took the prescription for Eliquis for a week (due to pressures I cannot begin to explain and educated myself very quickly) and then said NO to Pfizer's 600 dollar for 2 weeks medication. BTW look into the the Eliquis ingredients.. They might make your hair stand up. So.... Went to the Nattokinease, Serrapeptase, and Lumbrokinease protocol. This is not an easy thing for anyone to do with all the medical pressures around trying to squash you down. But I do recommend that you question all that is going on.. Not being a doctor you always seem to be questioning your decisions, that's the way they set it up... but I am one to tell you.. do what is right in your gut.. Not what people are screaming at you to do. There are a lot of lies going on. More than you can imagine.
Well... so my situation went down 4 months ago... and I guess I am still here to tell the story. My journey has been a painful one, because of the medical industry. I can't go to my regular doctor because she has no clue about anything except freaking out if I don't take the Eliquis. Very hard to find people out there Naturopaths etc. to connect with. Guess that's the time we are living in. Suppression of heath.
On the recovery note? Things went better after the enzymes, but I was still having concerning moments about the lingering pain of the clot. I have added the NAC supplement in the past 3 days and????
I have to say... 6 hours after I took the NAC my pain went away. now only three days later.. Maybe I'm being too optimistic? All the pain is gone.
It has not come back after the initial 6 hours of taking NAC.
Will keep on going with this plan until the medical industry kills me or I prevail.
To me that's the way to go.
Again thank you for all of your inputs on this site. True warriors.
Any comments or suggestions are much appreciated from you.
And TED?? Thank you. Big shout out to you. A great soul.
Susan
N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)
Posted by Jayna Dinnyes (Orange County, CA) on 06/25/2023
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Greetings! Since 2009 I have been taking Swanson Vitamins' NAC ( from Cysteine, an amino acid) 600 mg. capsules (about $10.00 a bottle.) We started buying it because there was a Web rumor from a doctor that it prevented H1N1 flu. We started taking it and have not had any flu or Coronavirus' including COVIDS even though I was exposed. It also improves the lungs and digestion. Child: 1/Day Adult: 2/Day I take one in a.m. and one before sleep. These days I believe that everyone should be taking it whether they took Fauci's Ouchies or not like me. I post publicly and freely on MeWe.
Blackstrap Molasses
Posted by Patty (Clarington, Ohio) on 11/24/2008
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Yea. I dont know either, however i am feeling much better. The only thing i did different this month is the black strap. Cycle only 4 days and no heavy bleeding. I dont know how it works, but nature and God is speaking to us women.
Apple Cider Vinegar, Blackstrap Molasses, Cayenne
Posted by Mama To Many (Tennessee) on 07/24/2014
Dear Patricia,
Sounds like you are really doing your homework and will be well prepared for your next flight.
Cayenne pepper is amazing for the blood. I would put that one at the top of the list. But it wouldn't hurt to take all three. They are all foods and all good for many things. You might just add one per week to your diet so you will be able to notice any adverse reaction you might have to one of them. I don't mean to imply that any of these remedies are dangerous, but not everything agrees with everyone.
I trust all will go well for you.
~Mama to Many~
Ted's Remedies
Posted by Karen (Chicago Suburban, Illinois) on 01/14/2008
★★★★★
Thank you, Ted, for the lemon juice/baking soda remedy for phlebitis. My pain started two days ago, but I started your lemon juice/baking soda remedy twice a day yesterday and it is improving all ready. I can't thank you enough. I plan to continue this remedy until the pain is totally gone and then start your suggestion of 500 mg sodium ascorbic acid and 1/4 teas. baking soda in 1/2 a glass of water twice per day for about five days out of the week. Is this the correct dose or do you have other suggestions? I am going to be flying internationally for long periods of time in the next two weeks and am concerned about having a blood clot during the flight. I know flying is renown for the conditions that can cause a blood clot and that I should wear loose clothing, get up and move around, drink plenty of water. I am not a smoker. If you have any other suggestions for me or other travelers about preventing phlebitis, your help is greatly appreciated.
DMSO, Cayenne +
Posted by Cindy (Illinois, USA) on 06/09/2022 533 posts
Rebounding also "unsticks" blood cells and makes them "slippery" so they don't clump up. There is - or, at least, there used to be - microscopic videos of before and after rebounding showing how sticky they are, before and how free flowing they are, after - it's quite remarkable.
gse
Posted by Jeff (New Jersey) on 03/09/2022
★★★★★
Grape Seed Extract (50:1) 400 mg, 1-2x day helps a lot with phlebitis and vein issues.
Apple Cider Vinegar, Blackstrap Molasses, Cayenne
Posted by Timh (Ky) on 04/04/2017 2042 posts
Look in the remedies or ailments section for "Artery Cleanse" as there is a list of herbs used together as a tea that works "very well indeed" (so says the brits).
General Feedback
Posted by Helpyourself (Houston, Texas) on 11/20/2011
Garlic thins the blood. Try 2 cloves, cut up in very small pieces, wash down with water, do this for a couple of days. Next, try 20 drops of Tabasco in about 4 oz of water, do this a few times a week, then use as needed. Tabasco has only three ingredients: cayenne, vinegar, salt, no additives. The cayenne is like a rotor rooter. Good for so many things, seems to clean the blood, stops headaches, sinus, depression, stomach problems, etc. Good Luck!
Lemon and Baking Soda
Posted by Deirdre (Earth Clinic) on 03/16/2023
Hi Maria, baking soda can quickly deplete essential nutrients, especially two critical ones; potassium and magnesium. If it were me, I would stop the lemon baking soda tonic for a few days and take those two supplements. Then retry. Apple cider vinegar and baking soda tonic (and ACV alone) used to make me quite dizzy, but no longer does as long as I take those two supplements once a day when I take ACV.
Read up on Earth Clinic's baking soda remedies page, and you'll read more side effects. https://www.earthclinic.com/remedies/baking_soda.html
Cayenne
Posted by Jarret (Calgary, Alberta, Canada) on 01/20/2011
★★★☆☆BETTER BUT WITH SIDE EFFECTS
I've been following earth clinic for a couple years now. Every couple weeks to a month I have been getting pains which seem to come directly from the center of my heart. I dissolve 2 90,000 heat unit cayennes into a glass a water and bear the burn, but it seems the clot which was causing so much pain gets past my heart and it stops hurting. I haven't been able to take lots of cayenne everyday tho so I don't know if it will permanently fix this problem but it has done the trick several times over... I was even having pain in my left arm today and was worried I might end up with a heart attack if I didn't do something.
Cayenne also works awesome for cuts... burns pretty bad at first but gives a nice heal with no scar for the couple times I've used it on myself and others but these were minor wounds, so I can't say how well it would work for something severe.
Blackstrap Molasses
Posted by Rob (Kentucky) on 07/28/2023
Sulphur molasses is no longer available on the commercial market due to some individuals being allergic to sulphur.
The only place I know to get sulphur molasses is from the Amish in Scottsville Kentucky where they make it by hand.
My GF personally uses Golden Barrel Blackstrap Molasses "un-sulphured".
It has made a huge differents with her reproductive system with continued use.
For general blood clots, start taking a good quality cayenne pepper pills or tincture for at least 30 days.
Don't buy from Wal-mart. Their Spring Valley Brand SUCKS. Go with Solaray or similar company.
N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)
Posted by Jayna D. (Southern California) on 12/16/2023
Marcia, I order Swanson Vitamins' NAC 600 mg. capsules for now about $10.00 a bottle. I have been taking it since 2009. This may be why I have not had any flu, Coronavirus', and COVIDS even though exposed. Swanson has been in the business since the 1940's and their products work for me. I won't go near Fauci's Ouchis or other quackcines! I post publicly and freely on MeWe.
Blackstrap Molasses
Posted by Katzie (Canada) on 01/02/2022
The only difference between Blackstrap and regular Molasses is a 3rd boil. Blackstrap would be preferred, but regular Molasses would also start helping right away. Please, just get some into you. Don't suffer. The Brand name also does not matter.
Sodium Citrate
Posted by Tom (Livingston, Tx) on 05/30/2016 64 posts
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Sodium citrate did help me greatly after having my blood drawn 2 months ago which resulted in what felt like painful clots in my left withdrawal arm and a kinked feeling on left side of my heart.
I started taking the sodium citrate and my clot pain stopped (clots cleared) and the kinked feeling left within 2 days.
Tumor cyst cheese theory and sodium citrate progress
Before or with meals and snacks (4 times per day) I still take 1/2 level teaspoon of the surfactant sodium citrate. It's used as an anticoagulant in blood products. Also, it removes calcium scale from boilers without shutting them down. It also melts cheese without heating it when making nacho and mac & cheese sauces.
I have a cyst that seems to or may have shrunken a little, gotten a little flatter and softer since I started taking sodium citrate on April 7th, 8 weeks ago as of today, June 3rd. It's hard to tell thus far. I will keep this post updated on any more definitive progress. I buy food grade sodium citrate powder online in a one pound bag. Hopefully my theory will prove correct that sodium citrate can melt cysts or cancer tumors like it melts various cultures of cheese, and that cancers are cheeses of various cultures growing in the body.
Alkalizing Remedies
Posted by Carly (Pnw, Usa) on 07/23/2013
Hi Vicki, I am aware that what I am going to say sounds counter productive to blood clots in legs.... But please, do a web search on "inclined bed therapy" re circulation. There is also a YouTube video demonstrating the effect on veins and circulation by Andrew Fletcher. It is very simple.... You raise the head of your bed by 6" to 7" and it improves circulation. I can't explain it as well as some of the info on the web does, but it does work!
Also look into the supplements IP-6 and Serrapeptase.
Additionally, I would web search the terms "natural blood thinning" and see what comes up.
It is probably for the best that your husband had that filter put in, or those clots might have really damaged him... But if you can figure out why he is prone to them, and stop them.... You will be golden! Best wishes!
General Feedback
Posted by Prioris (Fort Pierce, Fl, Usa) on 07/23/2013
Coumadin may be "standard" treatment but Coumadin will damage ones health over long term. The best thing to use for blood clots are fibrolytic enzymes such as nattokinase. Unlike Coumadin which has side effects and can damage ones health especially over the long term, nattokinase is completely natural to the body. To transition off coumadin, it takes around 3 days before starting nattokinase.
At this point just finish the 6 month course and hope there are no side effects. one may need to take a diuretic for water gain.
Next time say NO to coumadin and take fibrolytic enzyme to remove clots.
General Feedback
Posted by Mary G (San Francisco, Ca) on 01/12/2013
I too have a clot in the jugular vein in my neck as does your husband. Mine was caused by the insertion of a Central Line into my neck at an ER. Mistake!!!! I had major headaches, that have been stopped with the use of Lumbrokinase, and Serrapeptase prescribed by a well known MD/naturopath. Doctors tell me that the coumadin, despite it's troubles, gives the body a chance to fix/dissolve the clot by thinning the blood and the body can then heal better that way. A long arduous trek of 7 months on coumadin is a drag! However, these enzymes help with my headaches, and sharp pains. Good luck to your husband. A real drag I know.
Cayenne
Posted by Rob (Kentucky) on 01/12/2024
★★★★★
Cayenne is valuable in the prevention and treatment of blood clots. It returns the blood to its homeostatis; it will help it clot when it needs to and keep it thin when that is required.
Ginger
Posted by Fran (Face, GA) on 02/12/2007
★★★★★
Ginger root is good for the spleen... Also figs are good to rid the body of gallstones... Also, ginger work s to rid the body of blood clots... God Bless you
Nattokinase, Red Rice Yeast
Posted by Silver (Toronto, Canada) on 09/11/2024
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Nattokinase and red rice yeast for blood clots
Was diagnosed with thrombosis in April 2021. Placed on medication, but had to stop it after a week (horrible side affects). In desperation searched Earthclinic and found out about natto. However, reading articles I further realized that only high doses of nattokinase works well. Using natto, but also red rice yeast I conquer blood clots! You can imagine my feeling when the doctor told me results in August of this year. Hope this will help.
Nattokinase, Serrapeptase, Lumbrokinase +
Posted by Niena B (Iowa) on 12/22/2023
★★★★☆
I noticed my left leg swelling, reddish color in March, 2023. Immediately checked out my fav natural Dr on youtube and EC as well of course, both recommended natto, serrapeptase, lumbrokinase and Omega 3s in several forms w/Bvits etc. Leg swelling decreased. Two weeks later, at the ultrasound, everyone was alarmed at my clot's size, nearly the length of my leg. I was immediately sent to the ER but that surgeon looked at my leg, didn't see the swelling and purple he expected, and booted me out with "keep doing whatever you're doing, it's reabsorbing on it's own! Oh and here's some thinners (eliquis), take as your Dr says". (Which I did for 2 months only). Pff. Tossed those.
It's been nearly 9 months. Legs still looking good enough, still alive, still taking one each of the 'nases' & the B's etcs. But I would like to resolve the clot completely. Or maybe it's the covid microclots not going away?? Do I increase the dose? I'm not seeing a doc, I've moved to a new state, and not even sure I can get insured at a new job.
Any advise? Also, I just read about DSMO. Do I get the cream? Take drops? Any help is appreciated. Thanks so much!
Nattokinase, Serrapeptase, Lumbrokinase +
Posted by AZJJ (AZ) on 12/24/2023
★★★★★
Well done! I used Lumbrokinase and serrapeptase to dissolve a DVT, above knee to ankle, in 2.5 months... a tiny clot remained, but was completely stable. Probably gone now...I used high doses (up to 6 caps daily for a while) of the expensive ("Boluoke)" brand lumbrokinase and SerraRX brand serrapeptase, 80,000-1220,000SPU daily... no Eliquis or any Pharma blood thinner. The DVT did damage my vascular system in the leg, so have some discoloration and often a "wooden" feeling in the leg and ankle.
I also used topical 70/30 DMSO gel, I think it helped. BTW: I have Leiden V, so I continue to take lumbrokinase (a less expensive brand) several times/week... and baby aspirin, from 1-4 most days.
Nattokinase, Serrapeptase, Lumbrokinase +
Posted by Jayna D. (California) on 12/28/2023
Hi Niena. Like you, I suddenly came down with almost a leg-long blood clot in my left leg at the end of January, 2022. No previous or family history. I suspect it may have come from "shedding" from a partner who had recently received two Moderna COVID shots.😡 (No longer in the picture.) I am now taking the "tases" you mentioned. But also these with them as one Dr. Peter McCullough M.D. suggests: Bromelain (from pineapple), and Turmeric. I order them from Swanson Vitamins as I have trusted them for many years. My daughter Joy met him and says he is one of the good ones! My last ultrasound showed the clot has stayed the same as last time, not better or worse. A complication from the ankle gives me pain at times. However, I take Omega 3 fish and flax oil gels that help. I wear a support stocking daily. Healing may take me a long time (if ever) so I must stay patient. I hope that your blood clot will be "Gone Baby Gone! Very soon! 😁
N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)
Posted by Joe A. (Stockton, Ca ) on 09/02/2021 73 posts
My comment is about NAC, I use that for a few reasons being it may help Tardive Dyskinesia when associated with Antipsychotics. I would like to learn more from anyone that has the knowledge. I use it on my son who does have Severe Tardive Dyskinesia every morning upon waking up for the first 2 hours, then it significantly reduces the movements considerably the rest of the day. I am open to learning more.
N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)
Posted by Jill (Kentucky) on 02/05/2022
★★☆☆☆
I have had 3 blood clots in my femoral artery. Two have been while taking NAC. I am now taking serrapeptase, nattokinase and lumbrokinase. These enzymes all work differently. Look into them and I think you will be happy. You can still get NAC at iHerb.
N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)
Posted by Marcia T (Cape Cod, MA) on 04/23/2022
You can still get NAC from Thorne as a dietary supplement. The fillers are Hypromellose (derived from cellulose) capsule, Leucine, and silicone dioxide. I've been using NAC for years w/ no problems. Agree that Amazon pulling it was a surprise and, imho, deeply suspicious since it is supposed to help those with covid.
Baking Soda and Lemon
Posted by Homeopathic Junkie (California) on 12/26/2017
★★★★☆
Blood clot in the lungs after total hip rplcmt
Greetings and well wishes of great health to all. I just had a total hip replacement December the 6th of 2017. All went well and after being in the hospital for 3 days, I got discharged. Two days later, I was admitted again for 4 days. The reason is or was that, they made me wear compressor socks (for circulation) during the day and take it off at night. Well, those same socks caused me so much harm. My knee became triple and at the emergency they admitted me for days. I have PE, Pulmonary Embolism and the doctor said " its because of severe swelling". They put me on xarelto, twice daily/every 12 hours for 6 months, and I HATE DRUGS WITH A PASSION!!!
As soon as I got home, I got rid of them. What am I taking, BAKING SODA 1TSPN AND ORGANIC LEMON 1 Cup from Sprouts grocery store.
I will take this again for 7 days on an empty stomach. (Please rinse mouth thoroughly after baking soda and or lemon consumption) it's not good for the enamels if it stayed there too long). I really enjoy this site where many kind people come to share positive experience and to learn to get natural cures. May GOD bless all of you and all of us!!! Peace to the whole world!!!
PS. They gave me xarelto, and 3 different meds that cause me to have acne, rough skin, severe insomnia ( I can't sleep day or night) during the day its like an hour or two and night time is zero. I'm trying to flush thses stupid drugs out of my system right now because the side effects still lingering. Thanks alot for allowing me to share and thanks for reading it too
Blackstrap Molasses, Cayenne
Posted by Axel (Phoenix) on 01/02/2016
I understand that the Blackstrap Molasses and red pepper brakes up blood clots. My question how do you process the pepper to eat?
Blackstrap Molasses, Cayenne
Posted by KT (Usa) on 01/03/2016
Hello Axel, Cayenne pepper can be purchased ground. I make a tea with the powder in about 4-6 oz. water, stir briskly and chug. I sometimes chase with a little more water. I also sprinkle it on food.
Ground red pepper is available in grocery stores, but I prefer to purchase mine from Penzeys Spices. You can find out if there is a location near you by calling 1-800-741-7787. Good Luck, KT
Alkalizing Remedies
Posted by Bart (Columbus, Ms) on 04/10/2017
Google Serrapeptase. This works to break up clots.
Blackstrap Molasses
Posted by Anonymous (USA) on 06/15/2013
Hi Desmond, This is great news and thanks for posting. However please consider carrying on with a small dose of Blackstrap Molasses ever day and try and investigate why you had the clot as they can be a red flag to some other disease.
Thrombocytopenia
Posted by Amanitav (Swansea, West Glamorgan Uk) on 11/11/2011
I've read with interest on this forum of the various problems that people have had with thrombocytopenia. In my case I was diagnosed with thrombocytopenia in Sept. 04. My platelet count was dropping steadily from 145[x10power9] to 99[x10power9] by Dec. 05. "Normal values are 150-400. I suffered from heavy bruising which was getting worse. I was prescribed prednilosone to reduce my auto-immune response.
However, after some research I decided to help myself. I stopped taking fish oils, flax oil and all omega 3 type oils. By April 06 my platelet count returned to normal values and I was discharged from the hospital. The doctor was amazed but didn't ask me any questions.
Looking back it was obvious to me that the omega 3 oils were to blame and I was mis-diagnosed with an auto-immune disease. At present I do not consume the so called "essential fatty acids" [omega 3 & 6] and my health is better than at any time in my life. For detailed information on "essential fatty acids" I thoroughly recommend Ray Peat's website.
General Feedback
Posted by Maria (Gippsland, Australia) on 11/19/2011
Hi Bibi,
Cayenne, garlic and Lisa's suggestion Nattokinase all have evidence that they can dissolve blood clots. When taken in therapeutic doses they also can interreact with warfarin, so you may want to check that out first. As the warfarin is not doing the job for your husband the question is which is worse - movement of the clot (and the damage that would do) or a possible interreaction? If you do use them in therapeutic amounts keep a watchful eye out for excess bleeding. Serrapeptase (Bess & Dud suggestion) appears to not interreact with warfarin.
Magnesium is also good at dissolving clots and lack of it can be a cause of blood clots. http://www.livestrong.com/article/463945-magnesium-and-blood-clots/
Ginger is worth looking into as well. http://www.livestrong.com/article/319767-foods-that-dissolve-a-blood-clot/ . Arginine has been said to also help so you could search that also (it is new to me). All the best.
Cayenne
Posted by Idot 13 (Ireland ) on 02/28/2022
If a person was getting a heart attack you are supposed to give a tea spoon of cayenne pepper and it is suppose to bring them back again.
Cayenne
Posted by KT (The USA) on 07/18/2013
I wanted to report an update. I awoke this AM with pain in the leg in which I suspect a clot. I mixed about 1/2 tsp cayenne in some warm water and chugged it. After that, I took about 1/4 tsp turmeric and 1/4 tsp ginger in some warm water and chugged that. I then mixed about a TBSP of BSM in some warm water and drank that. I went for a ten minute walk. When I returned I ate about 1/2 C cooked carrots and a garlic clove. I don't know which combination worked or if they will counter each other later but the "tightness" in that leg has gone for right now although I can still feel a little disturbance.
Can anyone provide a warning about what I took? Sometimes, when you're in the pain I was in, you don't think too clear. I know the turmeric and ginger are from roots. I guess you can consider those a starch. I know too many carbs (starches) clog pores and veins. (BTW, a popular medical site locked me out of my account for reporting something they apparently didn't like until I begged for reinstatement and pleaded ignorance due to my brain injuries---which is true). During my times of employment I stood the majority of the time. I was never one to sit for long periods of time until getting the computer but I've had to cut back on that. I rode horses for several years but that is not idle sitting.
Enzymes + NAC
Posted by Joyce (PA) on 07/04/2024
Susy, thank you for this testimonial. I have a similar story. In October 2020 I had a PE and a stent was installed and removed after 3 months. My hematologist put me on Eliquis, and told me I had to take it for the rest of my life. In early 2021, I started to have spotting, which I attributed to fibroids. I did some research and saw where Eliquis can cause bleeding. Brought this to the attention of my doctor, but she told me that was not so. A D&C was performed in 2021, which stopped the spotting. The bleeding started again in October 2023, had another D&C in February 2024. Bleeding started again in April this time a bit heavier, where I had to use a pantiliner every day. May 31,2024 bleeding became heavier, started using a maxi pad. June 27, the bleeding became quite heavy with many clots. I decided to stop taking the Eliquis. I did not take any on Saturday 29th. Sunday, June 30, bleeding was less. July 1 and July 2, no bleeding. Last night I felt a rush of blood and I had to rush to the bathroom. There was so much blood and large clots. I had to change pads 3 times before bed. Today, I am researching alternatives to Eliquis and how to stop bleeding. I am going to try the cayenne pepper and the blackstrap molasses, both of which I have at home. Thank you, again for this information. I will update when I see any changes.
DMSO, Cayenne +
Posted by Terry (Colorado Springs) on 06/08/2022
★★★★★
For blood clots,
I used DMSO, cayenne, fibrinolytic enzymes, and lots of infrared saunas.
DMSO
Posted by Katzie (Calgary) on 01/17/2022
Hi Amy.
My leg had previously been injured before my flight and they were very short flights, so I just wanted to clarify that.
I had not been able to figure out exactly what it was (dvt), but I knew I wanted that swelling down so I had been using DMSO anyways. While waiting for my 1st short flight I was searching online about edema. Then I read a poster saying she had the same issues like me and had been told by her doc to drink more water and take walks right after each bottle for at least 20 mins to get her lymph system on the situation.
That night at the hotel I made it a point to drink one 750 ml bottle of water over the course of an hour or so, then walk to a store 15 mins away, 3 times, and bought another bottle. The poster's doc had stated that water was important to "keep things moving along". So yeah, I drank alot of water over that afternoon/evening, but nor did I flood myself. That's important to keep in mind. Also, since the swelling had been going down a little every day in the preceding days, I hadn't been too worried. But when my seatmate told me about dvt's, I took it more seriously and so did the walking & water thing. It really worked for me!
Healthy blessings to you.
N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)
Posted by T1D&Fading (PA) on 07/31/2021 8 posts
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Interesting that Amazon recently decided to stop selling NAC (N-acetyl cysteine) supplements (Link on the story below). I was researching potential supplements to break up blood clots in hopes to remedy femoral and tibial occlusions and came across an article stating that diacetyl-L-cystine, the disulphide dimer of N-acetyl cysteine (NAC), is a potential new treatment modality for atherosclerosis; however, is still being studied. (I left two links to these articles below.)
So, naturally, I started looking at NAC supplements and could not find anything on Amazon. Interesting that NAC is also being prescribed by holistic doctors for COVID 19 patients yet the FDA wants it pulled off shelves??? Anyway - Piping Rock has it - but I hate the fillers they use. Does anyone know where to get a good quality NAC supplement online? More importantly - can anyone tell me how to convert NAC to DiNAC to blast occlusions in arteries? I am trying to avoid a serious and complicated bypass surgery.
-D
https://www.naturalproductsinsider.com/regulatory/amazon-confirms-plans-removing-nac-supplements
https://research.gatech.edu/busting-clots-and-clearing-chemical-mystery
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12847563/
N-Acetyl Cysteine (NAC)
Posted by RSW (OH) on 07/31/2021
Hi T1D,
I bought Metabolic Maintenance NAC, and the only other ingredient listed is vegetarian cellulose capsule.
Serrapeptase and Nattokinase are also clot busters, although they also thin the blood.
Best wishes.
Cayenne
Posted by Mama to Many (Tennessee) on 08/18/2014
Dear Kt,
I think plenty of herbalists recommend cayenne without stipulating that the water must be boiling. (I just double checked and Philip Fritchey does not say it must be boiling.)I think you can just use hot water, if desired. In fact, I put my cayenne in cold juice when I take it and because it has reduced symptoms, I know it is effective when taken that way.
Perhaps the advice to boil it would be if you were to be making an extract or tea? If you were going to be pouring boiling water over the cayenne, letting it steep and then straining the cayenne, then you might be best to begin with boiling water.
For the record, when taking cayenne in a liquid, I use a straw, or put on lip balm first to avoid burning the mouth.
Love,
~Mama to Many~
Apple Cider Vinegar, Blackstrap Molasses, Cayenne
Posted by Harold (Louisville,kentucky) on 11/11/2014
I will be using this site regularly as I am new here and see this site as my life saving mechanism with thousands of blood clots at present. Just stand by and watch God help me with these natural aides to better living and elimination of my clots!
Alkalizing Remedies
Posted by Ruth (Hot Spot, Texas) on 07/23/2013
A quick google search on vena cava filters shows issues with complications and questionable benefit, especially long term. Can you discuss the possibility of removing it with his doctor? Definitely talk to the doctor about your concerns with the swelling.
General Feedback
Posted by Art (California) on 06/15/2021 2451 posts
Mj,
Vitamin E and fish oil are two very common ones but there are many natural blood thinners. Ginkgo Biloba would be another. Nattokinase is also a blood thinner as is Vinpocetine, but you sure don't want to overdo it with blood thinning.
Art
General Feedback
Posted by Dud (From The Woods Of, Wv, Usa) on 09/23/2011
Shelly....... research:
1. nattokinase enzyme - from fermented soybean curd called natto, protein lysing [digesting]
2. serrapeptase enzymes - from a silkworms gut bacteria, protein lysing [digesting]
3. papain protein lysine enzyme from papaya trees
4. bromelain enzyme from pineapple stems, [or fruit?]
5. vitamin b12
6. garlic eating
7. other things also, Chinese herbs, etc.
General Feedback
Posted by Lisa (S. California, Ca, Usa) on 11/18/2011
Try Nattokinase. It's a natural enzyme that dissolves blood clots. It has lots of reviews on iherb. It does thin the blood, so your husbands doctor should be informed.
Cayenne
Posted by Ian (Sanford, Florida) on 09/21/2011
Hi John,
I think you should consider taking Nattokinase as it is a potent blood thinner. If you do decide to take it, then it is best to take with plenty of water 1 hour before meals or snacks or 2 hours after meals or snacks.
Ian
Cayenne
Posted by KT (Usa) on 02/23/2016
Hello Andrea,
This is just an update. I have been taking 1/2 tsp. of cayenne in water two to three times a day. I have been adding about 1/4 tsp. of ginger to it. I have also been adding both to food with turmeric. Sometimes I make separate teas with each. Thanks so much for your post...I didn't realize it was so long ago...please forgive my delay of thankfulness. Love, KT
Lumbrokinase
Posted by Prioris (ME) on 10/15/2024
★★★★★
CURED PERIPHERAL ARTERY DISEASE
In 2004, I used high dose (10 capsules / 20,000 FU) nattokinase with some serrapeptase 3 times a day to cure my peripheral artery disease on all four limbs. I struggled to walk. It took around a month to resolve.
I did figure out back then through experimenting that some serrapeptase is needed for it to work.
CURED BLOOD CLOTS IN KIDNEY
In 2017, I cured my kidney failure symptoms with lumbrokinase. After months of trying to figure out what was wrong I concluded it must be clots. Other organs were also swelling.
Nattokinase in a small dose was useless. I used the Doctor's Best brand of lumbrokinase. It took 3-4 days of taking lumbrokinase in full doses 3 times a day before the swelling started to subside.
MAJOR PROBLEM WITH LUMBROKINASE
The problem with lumbrokinase based on Lumbrokinase Units LKU is that one doesn't have any idea what the actual Fibrolytics Units strength is. There is no way to convert the Lumbrokinase Units LKU to FU.
IN PURSUIT OF LOWER COST
There is a lot of deceptive labeling for lumbrokinase. When your talking about life and death conditions, one has to be more certain. Doctor's Best brand has been the most honest and value brand for me. There is no way to compare labels due to LKU to FU conversion problem.
I am very suspicious of those low cost Lumbrokinase brands. The labeling on various brands are also horrible. You also got the higher priced lumbrokinase which seems too high.
If a brand doesn't have LKU on label then I'd avoid it. A mg measurement is meaningless also. Until some standard like maybe Buoluke uses like tPA activity, the brands can't be easily compared. They really need to find a way to get it to FU's or something.
I can only recommend buying doctors best brand for value and reliability.
WILL NOW USE NATTOKINASE
I recently decided to buy the liposomal 12000 nattokinase with 12000 FU in it and that already has the serrapeptase in it instead of lumbrokinase. I haven't tried this yet.
The FU measurement shows me what I'm getting, and also I don't have to worry about the absorption aspect, it being liposomal.
NATTOZIMES
One that I neglected was Nattozimes which has 6600+ FU per capsules. Nattozimes is like Nattokinase but produced in a lower cost way. This may be the lowest cost way to go. I have not tested it but I have more trust with Swanson brand name.
Enzymes + NAC
Posted by Jayna D. (Southern California) on 09/24/2024
Hi Joyce. I have been fighting a large blood clot in my left leg since January, 2022. I still have it but with a complication near my left ankle (called stasis dermatitis possibly from damaged vein valves.) I was even in the hospital for four days in April, 2023 without help not even a diagnosis and put on Eliquis. I came home and stopped the Eliquis. When Pfizer is mentioned, I RUN not walk away! Specifically for the clot I am taking Bromelain capsules (from pineapple), Turmeric capsules, Nattokinase, Lumbrokinase, and Serrapeptase (The last three are natural Oriental blood thinners.) Solaray Cool Cayenne pepper capsules are also helpful if you can tolerate them, one after a meal. Last year a CVS pharmacist told me to only take Eliquis because natural meds are not strong enough, that I could die suddenly from a clot to the lungs or brain! 😠 Well, I am still here taking my natural meds! 😊 For a while my ankle completely cleared up. I had two vascular surgeons who would not treat me if I did not take Eliquis.😡 I am looking for a new one who might help my ankle issue. Natural treatment HEALS but it can take time. Joyce, I hope that you are well now. 🙏
Nattokinase, Serrapeptase, Lumbrokinase +
Posted by Jayna Dinnyes (Southern CA) on 11/19/2024
Agree about not taking Walmart's Spring Valley supplements! Some years ago a study was made about their brand. Seems that NONE of their brand's bottles contained the substances on their labels. This U.S.gov does NOT require that natural supplement companies' products actually contain the substances on their labels. Since then I have not purchased any of Walmart's brands of supplements. Most of mine come from Swanson Vitamins because their capsules are available, reasonable, and they WORK for me! I post publicly on MeWe.
DMSO
Posted by Amy (North Carolina) on 01/15/2022
Hi Katzie,
I recently suspected DVT with swollen right leg after a 7 hour international flight. Emergency department did ultra sound to rule out. Pain and swelling didn't go away. I was concerned because my left leg returned to normal with little or no swelling a few days after the flight. Went to my PCP and was diagnosed with cellulitis. Had to take antibiotics which I hate but it did do the trick. Interested in your water treatment. Also have heard of DMSO as a remedy for many ailments but not DVT. Thanks for your contribution.
