Ayurvedic Treatment
The most effective treatment for hemochromatosis is to reduce iron in the body by phlebotomy (withdrawal of blood from the arm veins). The Ayurvedic treatment for hemochromatosis is aimed at removing the excess iron from the body, preventing excessive iron absorption, treating the symptoms and preventing complications. High iron absorption from the intestines is prevented using medicines like Kutaj-Parpati, Panchamrut-Parpati, Suvarna-Parpati, Sukshma-Triphala, Triphala (Three Fruits), Arogya-Vardhini, Bilva-Avaleha, Psyllium (Plantago Ovata), Gandharva-Haritaki, Kutki (Picrorrhiza Kurroa), Abhrak-Bhasma, Praval-Panchamrut and Trivang-Bhasma. Iron Conception (Ferromagnetic Cancer Theory): CANCER is the generic term used to describe a group of disorders caused by an uncontrolled multiplication of cells; any cancer should be interpreted as intracellular superpara-ferri-ferromagnetic infection; intracellular molecules FeO;Fe2O3;Fe3O4 are the main 'creators' of intracellular superpara-, ferri- and ferromagnetic nanoparticles; any cancer can attack patients with/without iron overload and patients with iron-deficiency anemia.
Cancer researchers can use Ayurvedic treatment for hemochromatosis as Ayurvedic treatment for cancer because any cancer is a subtle iron disease. http://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/166455.php ; https://www.earthclinic.com/cures/iron-overload.html ; Vadim Shapoval
Blood Donation
(Nowhere)
12/02/2012
Giving blood will lower your ferritin level which means iron level. This in turn will help with people with hepatitis c as the virus NEEDS iron to replicate. I know people who JUST give blood once a month and have NO problems with their dis-ease...
You may have hemochromatosis... Get checked please as this is an inherited problem that is easily treated with giving blood... Any one want further info on hep-c and iron, "Google" "Rousch hepatitis C" and read an amazing article about hepatitis c. This one will make you think...
(Az)
10/17/2021
A relative was giving blood for Hemochromatosis quite often. This was not genetic but a result of anemia treatment. There had been long term antibiotic use. I read an article about how metal objects made of iron were put in a dead reef and it sprang to life starting with micro-organisms that eat iron. The bigger organisms ate the little ones, more come and soon there were fish.
So we went to Sprouts and bought some micro-organisms-six billion of them (probiotics) by a company that begins with a Y.
In a month the iron levels were normal. It was just a hunch but seemed to work. Bacteria eats iron.
Later I read a book called “Survival of the Sickest”. There is a good chapter about why this condition is genetic.
(Nha Trang, Vietnam)
12/04/2012
I also have been a regular blood donor more than 200 times (I'm 68). I keep donating here in Vietnam (I told them my age, but they so badly need blood, the take a minimum each time). I also feel "good" each time. It is, I've read because of too much iron accumulation in our blood at least for some.
One word of evident caution: To give blood in order to primarily "feel good" is not exactly the right attitude. We need to remember that someone might NOT "feel good" if we know we cannot make a donation at some point. I'm sure everyone understands this.
I've read, a long time ago, that woman, because of their menstruations, are in someway "giving blood" getting rid of excess iron without knowing it. After their menopause, most of their symptoms of "bad feelings" "could" be related to not "giving blood" anymore. So, maybe, if they can, they should go to give blood every 90 days and iron. It could help.
For the same reason, especially men, if possible, we should consider giving blood every 90 days. There is absolutely no side effect, no dependence and no harm except for that little needle pinch!
But If anyone knows to be lacking iron, or having any other health issue, discuss this clearly with the nurse before making a donation. To give blood is not always a good thing in some cases.
(Londonderry)
04/24/2015
(Massachusetts)
04/24/2015
I've never heard of anyone who was advised not to give blood because their iron is high. It's typically the opposite--they won't let you donate if your iron is low. It is actually good for those with high iron to donate blood. It is often recommended as a 'treatment' for high-iron blood.
I'd get a second opinion. :)
(Usa)
05/05/2016
I've been told the same thing. That I have too much iron to donate blood. It's such a waste because so many people need it.
(Fla)
06/10/2016
I have hereditary hemochromatosis and the Dr wanted me to have blood removed. I was going to have to pay for them to throw it away. The American Red Cross will not take my blood, but other blood banks will. It has been FDA approved for donation for years, but the Red Cross still refuses. Shop around to find a place that will take it. You will feel better and so will the lucky person who gets your 'super blood'.
(Princeton, New Jersey)
10/12/2016
(Colorado)
01/16/2017
It would seem like a waste but because our blood is high in iron it can actually be toxic to some. Also, those that could take it, even if they have hemochromatosis, their bodies would reject it as a foreign body.
Blood donor organizations will not allow a person with hemochromatosis to donate as it is unusable to others. Doctors instead prescribe therapeutic phlebotomies. In which the blood is destroyed.
(Montana)
03/28/2018
United Blood Services (UBS) have approved donations by HH folks, no problem. It has been about 8 yrs now that they have provided this service. It is not thrown away and is MUCH appreciated as they label it as potential high iron. Give them a call
(Perry, Utah)
07/03/2018
Non-hfe-related Hereditary Hemochromatosis
I've read this and I have hemochromatosis. I have been doing 2 blood lettings per week for at least two months. My ferritin level is bouncing from 1700 to 1325. My levels are very inconsistent. Problem is, my hematocrit level is getting almost too low. I like your comments and will try these remedies. Thanks for the information. If you have anyone info I'd like to hear. No one seems to care about this disease.
(Faithville, Us)
07/06/2018
Ted cures.
https://ted.earthclinic.com/cures/hemochromatosis.html​
Replied by Ted
Bangkok, Thailand
384 posts
Actually I did cure one case of hemochromatosis last year, and did not record the data since I am not allowed to treat these conditions, and have since forgotten the man I cured, but he was so happy he never came back! The treatment time took him about 1 month. And yes he did get weekly blood letting that he got so sick of it.
But from recollections, it was caused by extremely fatty liver from fruit intake (fructose), alcohol (beer, wine), vegetable oil intake (fried foods, olive oil, etc.) and taking of shellfish which are also high in copper, which makes it worse. In fact he loves alcohol, fruits and shellfish. So the focus is on the liver, which requires only granulated lecithin as a natural remedy, one tablespoon once or twice a day; selenium yeast (prevents cirrhosis); and N acetyl Cysteine 250 mg three to four times a day. You have to understand that the major organ I know of that gets rid of iron is the liver!
Once the liver cirrhosis is treated with the above supplements hemochromatosis is prevented. There might be specific conditions that are different such as getting your sodium/potassium balance. The alkalizing remedy mentioned in my ebook is essential, as these people do have acidic blood. Certain zinc deficiencies can be indicated also, and absolutely no oils especially vegetable oils (except for coconut oil), honey of any kind, fructose from fruits, or fried foods including stir fried. These cause hemochromatosis to be worse or a lesser condition to become hemochromatosis. I think there are many cures out there, but authorities kind of prevent these cures from being out in the public.
Obviously you can't eat fruits as it causes fatty liver buildup as much as in an alcoholic given the same intake, but without the buzz in alcohol.
Ted
Reply Replied by Glam
Nyc, Usa
03/13/2016
Hi Ted,
How confusing: you state absolutely NO fruits or honey and yet, all of the guidelines for a healthy diet for hemochromatosis suggests fruit and lots of it.Am I correct to understand that your recommendations are related to the man's cirrhosis, and that is the cause for your recommendation on fruit?
Thank you.
Coffee Enemas
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(San Fernando Pampanga)
01/12/2017
Diatomaceous Earth
Hemochromatosis is a condition of iron overload that causes various health conditions including joint pain. If DE chelates iron it may explain why conditions such as joint pain may be relieved by DE. Someone with Hemochromatosis may try the DE and let us know if it is effective.
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General Feedback
(So Cal)
10/01/2013
I saw a post where someone recommended eating cabbage to reduce iron levels. He ate a little coleslaw everyday. This is what I'm going to try.
(Usa)
05/05/2016
(Usa)
10/03/2013
Have a phlebotomy and your iron levels (ferritin) will go down 30-50 points from just one treatment. It's covered by insurance. Get your ferritin below 50 points and you'll be fine... This applies very much to hepatitis c people as less iron means your enzymes go down as well. Way down... No drugs no supplements... just a phlebotomy...
(Uniontown, Oh)
10/03/2013
I have high iron levels and poor insurance coverage. I found out you can go to a blood donation center and donate for free, or in my case, since I have had Hep A, I got an order from my doctor and paid $20. If I had homochromotosis (mine was slightly lower than this), it would have been free with a dr order. This was at a blood donation center run by a local hospital.
(Nanning, China)
03/07/2014
Hi Cindy. Drinking tea, green or black after meals can inhibit iron absorbtion. Ditto, dairy though its downside is that sugars exacerbate liver heat and can make you irritable. I recommend that you check out the iron disorders institute whose forums and expertise have proven invaluable to many. God bless you from China!
Genetic Component to Iron Overload
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Researchers are finding more SNPs that induce increased iron uptake. It's essential and used to be more scarce. Now it's everywhere, and excessive. Many people still appear to be anemic, but not for lack of iron, it's actually iron dyshomeostasis.
My family history is : Mother died of cirrhosis, though she didn't drink much. Father, like Mother was hyperpigmented.
He was often ill and with stiff joints, with heart disease. Brother and Sister died from heart arrhythmia.
We all had fatigue except Mom.
I had an iron panel 6 yrs. ago, and iron overload was indicated. I've been wary of iron since the '80's, because I read it was a growth factor for cancer. I was surprised to see it elevated.
My good news is that iron regulation can help others, possibly, manage their own overload or anemia. The differences are that some substances regulate iron, and some chelate or lower uptake.
-Copper glycinate is my number one supplement for iron regulation. Most of what we know about it is that is enhances iron uptake, but it also regulates it, high or low.
I take a 2.5 mg. of copper glycinate daily. I've tried less, but feel worse.
Many Hemochromatosis sited and even researchers malign copper, stating that it only increases iron uptake, and is toxic. There are also researchers who've shown that copper enzymes will balance iron stores. It works for me.
-The B vitamins are involved with iron homeostasis. Their enzymes regulate it, as it will accumulate without them.
-Active vitamin A also regulates iron. It's necessary for ceruloplasmin formation, along with copper. Ceruloplasmin is an antimicrobial, antinflammatory, etc. protein that regulates iron.
-Lactoferrin is an iron binding protein that is involved with iron regulation, high or low. I take an apo-lactoferrin, without iron for its chelation properties. I take it off and on
-Zinc is essential, and has an antagonistic relationship to iron. Too much zinc can inhibit iron uptake. I take 5-7mgs. daily.
- Calcium inhibits iron uptake, both heme. and nonheme. if taken with iron foods and in higher quantities. Disturbed iron metabolism can in turn disturb calcium balance. I take calcium throughout the day for a total of 1,300 mgs., food and supps.
Coffee, Tea inhibit iron uptake. R- lipoic acid chelates iron. Wheatgrass has been shown to chelate iron. I don't know about cabbage, but I believe these folks. Curcumin in turmeric chelates iron.
I do better with a lower animal foods diet, but still have them.
Genetics
Anyone of Celtic ancestry should have their ferritin levels checked in case they have the iron storage disease called hereditary hemochromatosis. This condition causes much misery and limited life span from such things as liver cancer, heart disease, stroke, diabetes2, arthritis and other health conditions. Males are affected sooner than females whose iron levels are reduced by their menses and childbirth. After menopause they soon catch up (which is why their rate for heart disease increases then). Statistics show that 0.5% to 1.5% of the population (depending on racial mix) can have the gene for this disorder. It runs in families and members who do not have the condition are likely carriers of the gene. We have all heard the stories of a man who died of cirhossis of the liver in spite of being an avowed tee-totaller, and the mourners at the funeral whispering how he must have been a secret drinker to have had such a disease!! Not so, poor man was a victim no doubt of hemochromatosis and the massive amount of iron stored in his liver.
IP-6 (Inositol Hexaphosphate)
★★★★★
My wife's results for changes from February 12th, 2018 to March 19th, 2018...
- % of Saturation dropped from 51% to 28% (45% drop)
- Total Iron Binding Capacity remained at 317 mcg/dL
- Total Serum Iron dropped from 162 mcg/dL to 88 mcg/dL (45.7% drop)
- Ferritin dropped from 62 ng/mL to 53 ng/mL (14.5% drop)
My results for changes from February 12th, 2018 to March 19th, 2018...
- % of Saturation dropped from 37% to 22% (40.5% drop)
- Total Iron Binding Capacity dropped from 314 to 295 mcg/dL
PLEASE NOTE: WE HAVE NEVER DONE PHLEBOTOMY OR DONATED BLOOD.
What did we do?
For the past 4 weeks we each took 3 capsules of IP6 twice a day on an empty stomach, usually mid afternoon and again during the night when we get up to answer nature's call. We took 3 capsules instead of 2 because the supplements we have were beyond their expiration date (Nov 2014), so we thought they might have been lacking in potency. I guess, maybe not.
There is one other thing we have been doing but I have no way of knowing if it had any bearing on the results. We have been using an LED/near infrared light twice a day for 20 minutes over the area where our livers would be located. Whether this had any effect or not is undetermined. The light is a Redjuvenator #3
Ip6
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(Colorado, US)
04/19/2015
(Tuscumbia, Alabama)
08/21/2020
I was just diagnosed this week and my doctor stressed the need for IP6, he also has Hemechromatosis. I just ordered Source Naturals because it's a brand I'm familiar with and trust. I manage an herb shop and my boss is very particular about the products she carries.
(Grand Prairie, Texas)
03/21/2016
I have hemochromatosis I just found out about 3 months ago, I have had 7 phlebotomy's and the iron levels have not gone down. I bought my first bottle of ip-6 and took my first pill today, I am hoping and praying it works. The doctor has not been terribly helpful, your post gave me hope.
(Al)
08/21/2020
I was just diagnosed myself and my doctor, who also has hemechromatosis, also said that calcium is also important. He also suggested green or black tea.
(Lubbock, Tx)
05/12/2016
(India)
12/04/2017
(Asia)
11/12/2020
(Kentucky)
02/01/2021
★★★★★
We are getting IP6 Gold and will take a scoop a day (equal to 8 capsules) which is recommended by the maker for people with hemochromatosis. I've done a lot of research and you want IP6 with inositol in the proper ratio. Most of the brands know the ratio, there is a wide range of options.
(Portland Oregon)
05/18/2022
Iron Overload
(Wellington, New Zealand)
07/02/2013
Infants do have high iron levels, but google iron overload disorder (Hemochromatosis) for more info or check out the medifocus website http://www.medifocus.com/2009/landingp.php?gid=GS020&?a=a.
Probiotics
(Usa)
05/05/2016
Raw Cabbage
★★★★★
(Cabarlah, Qld.)
09/28/2017
I recently read about iron toxicity on the Magnesium Advocacy site and how to correct it; it's too complex for me, but maybe you might be interested.
(Dallas, Texas)
07/19/2018
Hi, I have hemochromatosis, I am on maintenance at this time and haven't had a blood drawn in over 8 months, I eat only white fish and chicken, no tomatoes and eat very little greens, I drink Vogue or tea with meals and do calcium and turmeric. I have just started cabbage although it's confusing because it does contain iron. Any other natural suggestions are welcome. Thank you.
(Asia)
11/12/2020
Not only iron but also Vit. C too. The latter apparently speeds up iron absorption so it's kind of ironic to gorge on cabbage. Check out the nutritional profile charts here :
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=19#safetyissues
(Philippines)
07/20/2018
Hi Barbara...If I were you then you could do no better than to follow Ted from Bangkok's cure for Hemochromatosis, which is shown here in his own words:
"Actually I did cure one case of hemochromatosis last year, and did not record the data since I am not allowed to treat these conditions, and have since forgotten the man I cured, but he was so happy he never came back! The treatment time took him about 1 month. And yes he did get weekly blood letting that he got so sick of it.
But from recollections, it was caused by extremely fatty liver from fruit intake (fructose), alcohol (beer, wine), vegetable oil intake (fried foods, olive oil, etc.) and taking of shellfish which are also high in copper, which makes it worse. In fact he loves alcohol, fruits and shellfish. So the focus is on the liver, which requires only granulated lecithin as a natural remedy, one tablespoon once or twice a day; selenium yeast (prevents cirrhosis); and N acetyl Cysteine 250 mg three to four times a day. You have to understand that the major organ I know of that gets rid of iron is the liver!
Once the liver cirrhosis is treated with the above supplements hemochromatosis is prevented. There might be specific conditions that are different such as getting your sodium/potassium balance. The alkalizing remedy mentioned in my ebook is essential, as these people do have acidic blood. Certain zinc deficiencies can be indicated also, and absolutely no oils especially vegetable oils (except for coconut oil), honey of any kind, fructose from fruits, or fried foods including stir fried. These cause hemochromatosis to be worse or a lesser condition to become hemochromatosis. I think there are many cures out there, but authorities kind of prevent these cures from being out in the public.
Obviously you can't eat fruits as it causes fatty liver buildup as much as in an alcoholic given the same intake, but without the buzz in alcohol."
Source: https://ted.earthclinic.com/cures/hemochromatosis.html
I would also add the following supplements to your protocol as well: "R" type Alpha Lipoic acid(300mgs twice a day), Milk Thistle (500mgs twice a day) and Selenium(200mcgs twice a day). All these supplements should be taken with meals. This protocol is part of Dr Burt Berkson's Triple Anti-oxidant Therapy, which he has used to cure pancreatic cancer, liver cirrhosis and liver cancer.
(Uk)
11/05/2018
Raw Cabbage
★★★★★
(London)
10/15/2017
Hi,
How much was ur ferritin and blood iron levels before it came down to 30? In how much time did came down to 30?
How much cabbage you ate/eat per day to achieve that result? Do you sill eat the same amount as during the time it was high?
In what forms do u consume the cabbage?(its is white or red cabbage u use(d)?
Thank you very much
(Belgium)
08/06/2020
Raw Cabbage
★★★★★
Some of you may notice I posted a question about this over a month ago and did not receive any replies.
Anyway, I post this hoping that it will really help others.
I was diagnosed with Hemachromatosis (non-hereditary) due to too many blood transfusions....and the blood transfusions were given years ago due to a mis-diagnosis.
So to get to the point, yes....I decided to try the cabbage to see if it would work. I ate 1/2 to 1 cup of raw cabbage a day (mostly in a vegan sandwich, and I do not eat much cooked food). I stayed consistent each day though.
You be the judge. My ferritin level in 1 month went from ...2000 to .....1596 in 3 weeks. I kid you not, and thank goodness this is without any phlebotomies. The nurses could not get my veins anymore, so I will keep on going. The doctors are scratching their heads right about now...lol. So please try it and tell me. I hope you get results too. ;-)
Well wishes to you all.
(Canada)
09/17/2016
Thank you so much for this advice. My 15 year old son was recently diagnosed with this (heredity). I am certainly going to try this over the next few months to avoid eventual blood extraction. Hopefully it helps with gene inherited cases too. I will keep you posted on his progress.
(Thunder Bay, Canada)
02/21/2017
Hi Elise, my 17 year old son was just diagnosed as well. Wondering if he has tried the cabbage and if you have any tips to manage this? Thank you kindly.
(Boston, MA)
12/01/2021
Wheat Grass and Oriental Medicine
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After doing a LOT of research, I found that Wheat Grass is an iron chelator. So I began making a smoothie every morning with 1-2 scoops of organic Wheat Grass juice powder and a pea protein smoothie mix. And the numbers began coming down. Added to that, I began treatments 2-3 times a month with an acupuncturist who added two formulas she had discovered work well for this disorder... 1) Tao Hong Si Wu Tang and 2) Zuo Gui Wan. The wheatgrass plus the herbs... led to my numbers coming down over a 3-4 month period... to close to 300 (from 1800! ). And in the last six months, I have been in "normal" zone. And feel great!
And after lots of research, I disagree about no vit "C". Just don't take it within 3 hours of eating, so it doesn't add to the iron uptake from the food you eat. So I take mine before I go to bed, along with Magnesium and D3. Also take methyl B vitamins in the morning to support the liver.
(Birmingham, UK)
12/14/2021
Thanks for sharing this success story - I also have hemochromatosis, I've been giving blood for 2 years and specialist wants me to keep ferritin below 50. I have avoided gluten for a few years because of a former thyroid condition (hashimotos) and wonder if I could still have wheat grass? Also, this specialist (hematologist) advised me if someone eats 15g of meat they absorb 1g of iron, where we absorb the full 15, so said if I don't eat meat my iron won't build up as fast. I eat mostly vegan but some (magnesium advocacy group, Morley Robbins) say vegans are the most iron toxic because they have low copper, which is needed to metabolise iron.I'm always on the fence with eating animal products and only really eat sardines if I crave them, and a few eggs here and there. Would love to hear your thoughts on this. I eat whole foods plant based. The specialist doesn't even ask for full iron labs, however, which makes me cautious to take his word as in conventional medicine they are not looking at how all the parameters interact, they simply look at the ferritin. He also said as mine has never been above 300 then I wouldn't have had any associated symptoms, even though my stiff achy wrists and liver pain went away once I got it managed. The main symptom I noticed since the start of this is visible spider veins which sometimes flare up. Heard it's another form of mineral imbalance. Any experience with this? Thanks lots and happy healing, Nikki
