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12/05/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "Tg,

Concerning the pain on left side/ chest to left armpit. Of course this may very well be the heart. Don't take chances. Go to ER now.

Seriously, don't take a chance. You need EKG ... could be critical any time.

I don't mean to alarm you but really consider getting assurances this is not a heart issue.

I had an employee in my office suddenly develop tacky skin and became a bit disoriented. In thirty minutes we got him to ER and determined he was having a heart attack...So....the point is, take no chances."

12/05/2013: And from Jamaica: "where on red hills rd?"

08/06/2012: Serach from Brookline, Ma, Usa: "I have written a number of posts, but no one has responded. I foolishly, changed my screen name and city/country in the hope that folks would think I was someone different and would respond. I was not trying to decieve any one . I am just despearate for help and did no know what else to do. I humbly apologize.

I need help with horrific pain in my neck and shoulders and also foot etc. Under the skin it feels gravelly and broken up;massage seems to exacerbate it. It feels kind of crispy, crusty, crunchy-its not visible though- It feels like hot fiery needles and the pain is constant and excruciating.

I do not do well with vinegar and feel worse after drinking it as it is fermented I am also unbeliveably tired and generally wake around 3 am. My digestion is not good and I feel physically toxic and full of sullenness and resentment.

Please have compassion and help.

Thanks, serach"

08/06/2012: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Serach, how about trying to start with Epsom Salts baths? Read about it here on EC."

08/06/2012: Mike from Montreal, Quebec: "My suggestion for you is to read on your own and don't be afraid to experiment with natural products instead of expecting to find someone with the exact same symptoms you have.

This will no doubt provide you with good basic knowledge of the human body enough over time to eventually find a cure to your unfortunate illness.

Start with this site in the ailments section and look for people who have experienced similar symptoms related to your illness and then go from there.

Change your eating habits towards a healthier one, try various types of supplements one at the time and then listen to what your body is telling you in response. The fact that you are still breathing and have not been diagnosed with terminal cancer means you have a very good chance of fighting your disease.

Wish you best of luck!!"

08/06/2012: Bill from San Fernando, Phiippines: "Hi Serach... Your mood problems, insomnia, lack of energy, digestive problems and possible excess calcium in your diet and blood problems all lead me to suspect certain things. You seem to have mineral defficiencies, heavy metal in excess etc. Many of your symptoms also suggest low thyroid and even possible candida issues.

My suggestion is for you to confirm your problems by going to a naturopath and first getting a hair analysis test. This will tell tou what minerals you are lacking and what heavy metals and halides you have in excess in your body. Then get yourself tested for candida as well.

The graininess of you blood is also a worry. This suggest liver or possible kidney insufficiencies. You can confirm this by having a full blood/urine test.

If you do have candida issues then have a look at the anti-candida protocol with diet which is shown at this link:

http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/candida.html#BILLS

This protocol consists of body detox, minerals, anti-oxidant immune boost, candida attack remedies and a diet."

08/08/2012: Robyn from Melbourne, Australia: "Welcome to the club, (20 yrs) after yrs of massage, heat, accupuncture, psychobabble, a bunch of things that made it worse, trying all the docs meds, ALL the stuff around on fibro and cfs. The pain never stops. I have to take the morphine or Id do myself in. Can I suggest a hair analysis to see if you can get more of an insight as to whats going on. What about asking the doc for a virus panel? I am conscious of my liver so try to go real easy on the drugs. 1/2 an endep takes the pain back a few notches AND is good for sleep. I never slept in my life until I took that. Guanefesin helps with the pain for awhile if you want something more natural. email me if you want."

12/05/2013: Sarah from Portland, Or: "Have you checked into vitamin D for pain relief? There's a lot of evidence that a chronic deficiency of Vitamin D can lead to pain. So supplement with high-dose D can help."

12/04/2013: Msv89 from Nj: "Hello, I would just like to know how you did your douche. Did you do it standing up or laying down. I've read that you should be laying down, but I'm scared I might get PID (pelvic inflammatory disease). I've had bv for almost three years now and it's driving me crazy. Hope to hear from you soon! Thank you"

12/05/2013: Theresa from Mpls., Mn: "Hey Msv89!

It does not matter if you are standing, or lying down for your douche; your cervix is closed either way. FWIW you more likely can do a more thorough job lying down in the tub when you douche."

12/05/2013: Ed2010 from Canada: "Hello Siddiqui, Homeopathic Treatment is the safest of all with no side effects. You should find a good Homeopath to treat HPYLORI for your wife.

Understanding the cause is very important. The re-occurrence of HPYLORI is because of Low Stomach Acid (which is biggest armor of body's immunity). The cause of Low Stomach Acid is due to the excess use of proton pump inhibitor medicines, heartburn medication, any type of antacid. Re occurrence of H Pylori will further invite other pathogens like Salmonella..

I presume your wife would have taken many antacids at this age which is the cause of low stomach acid eventually the re-occurrence of H PYLORI. So Killing the H pylori and increasing the stomach acid will solve the problem. Again increasing the stomach acid secretion will kill any future HPYLORI infection and Salmonella Infection.

If you want home treatment. then try the following:

3 Times a day after meal Take Ted's Alkalizing Formula (search in EC)

Ted Alkalizing Formula can alone can increase digestion, neutralize toxins, Rejuvenate Stomach and Intestines that will increase the immunity and let the body defend against HPYLORI.

Fresh cabbage juice 200ml / day to heal the intestine and stomach.

Eat Probiotic rich foods like Home Made Yoghurt, Butter Milk.

Usually I recommend Kefir, Miso but they are not available in Pakistan.

if you can make Wheat Grass Juice, take 15 ml two times a day in empty stomach for 30 days and again start after 10 days till you are cured. Wheat Grass Juice is antibiotic, ULCER healer, toxin remover, Blood Purifier, Blood Producer. Wheat Grass juice is the cure of all diseases and easy to make in your home because of the climatic conditions in Pakistan.

I would say wheat grass juice can alone take care of HPYLORI.

There are other methods to kill HPYLORI but what I mentioned before is the easy one to make in home.

One word of advice, you can take any amount of yoghurt or buttermilk without worrying about cholestrol or Fat. What I see is most of the people who have Heart Conditions are afraid to take nutritious foods which has fat in it such as Egg, Yoghurt, Cocunut Oil, Olive Oil. Eventually ruining their health.

Let us know your progress. Good Health"

12/05/2013: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines: "Hi Siddiqui...Mastic Gum was used in the older medicine to help cure H Pylori stomach problems and ulcers. Take mastic gum about an hour after meals. If you cannot get mastic gum, then use pine oil or turpentine. Mastic gum comes from the sap of the Pistacea terebinthus which was also used to collect turpentine oil in the Mediterranean and Middle East.

The dose for pine oil or turpentine is normally one teaspoon once a day on an empty stomach. But work up to this dosage slowly with drop dosages, because the body has to get used to the pine oil or turpentine. You can also spread the pine oil dosage throughout the day in smaller drop dosages and take it after meals like the mastic gum. You can mix the dosage of turpentine with milk and drink it like that or you can take one teaspoon of sugar or molasses with it chased down with some water.

Another remedy which would benefit your wife is fulvic acid which is also called shilajit in India/Pakistan. Ayurvedic healers will sell this medicine.

Another remedy which will help to kill the h pylori as well as help to heal the stomach is aloe vera juice taken every day.

You can also take ordinary aspirin(just the acetylsalicylic acid form) outside mealtimes three times a day. Aspirin also kills H Pylori. Always dissolve the aspirin in water first before you take it to avoid problems.

Taking a teaspoon of virgin coconut oil with all meals will also help kill h pylori. Coconut oil contains lauric acid which is anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal. It might also benefit your wife if all her food was cooked using virgin coconut oil. I also take the coconut oil in coffee or you can just mix it with some raw organic honey and take it like that. "

12/05/2013: Prioris from Fl: "On Mercola's site, there seems to be no shortage of things to kill h pylori: monolaurin, manuka honey, mastic gum. Most people are probably infected with it but have no symptoms."

12/06/2013: Siddiqui from Karachi: "To Ed2010: Thank you indeed. Will revert after some results."

12/06/2013: Siddiqui from Karachi: "Thank you Bill for a detailed treatment regimen for my wife's H Pylori. I really appreciate it and will start her on it.

Thank you Prioris for useful information. Will give it a test."

12/07/2013: Sam from Florida: "I have HP myself. The latest information I found is that you can't and should not kill HP. To keep it under control is the goal. Just like all other bacteria that live on/in our bodies -the balance is the key. You can look it up on siberiantigernaturals. com. I do 1-3 times/a year prophylactic treatment with natural remedies. Have not tried Oregano oil yet.

Also, do a stomach acid test with baking soda- you might find you have low acidity- and HP thrives . Adding pepsin to your meals might help a lot. Also, if yuo have HP, you might have an "intrinsic factor" (google that).You might want to add vitamin B12 on oral spray form. Keep in mind the only test for B12 deficiency is MMA urine test (Methylmalonic Acid). Large % of people with dementia are actually have b12 deficiency because they were not diagnosed properly.

So the #1 key with HP- is healthy diet with no sugar (honey is fine). Everything else listed on this site normally works to keep it under control. The approach s/b different if you have vs. don't have symptoms. Seabuckthorn oil is magic if you are in pain."

12/03/2013: Theresa from Mpls., Mn: "Hey Bella!

What worked for ME was chiropractic adjustments. If you have tried *everything*, then its something to consider."

12/03/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Bella: I had headaches too. Brain cells need more fuel than regular cells. I take 600g raw carbs daily from honey, whole sugar, organic fruits, and activated barley. Brain cells need neurotransmitters. Raw proteins from whey, hawaiin spirulina, dessicated liver, and cocoa powders make the best. High mountain cold water extracted shilajit, skate liver oil, and maca are also good. Marine phytoplankton liquid, the expensive one, is the only food that detoxes and energizes the back of the brain where the seat of the emotions are located. Watch raw food and superfood videos for good info."

12/04/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Bella: I suppose you must be experiencing bad side effects from the sumatryptan. The closest natural substance chemically similar to s is 5HTP. Take 50mg 5HTP before retiring every evening. It seems logical to reduce the s proly 50% (if you have tabs a pill splitter will work fine) while taking 5HTP.

Have you tried brain-specific antioxidants like Chinese Skullcap and Gingko biloba?? I would also recommend Magnet Therapy over the entire skull. A strong magnet like a music speaker mag will work well. Do this about 15-30 min daily for a few weeks. Herbs like White Oak Bark, Buthchers Broom, and Horse Chesnut are indicated in vacular disorders as they strengthen the vascular. Vit-C w/ added Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex also helps veins."

12/04/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Bella from NY,

Re your migraines:

I've had them since I was about 16 years old. At that time was and continued to be under great stress. (Like most people.) My own migraine issue has caused me to be especially interested in cures.

Studied a great deal on migraines and conclude this: There is the "classic migraine" which manifests with blurred vision (the aura) and light sensitivity culminating in nausea and the headache lasting any length of time...as long as three days.

Many people have what they call migraines but in fact are not the classic form. Look for light sensitivity and narrowing vision when the migraine sets in. Then nausea.

There is a distinct and genetically driven personality type who is susceptible to CLASSIC migraines. When under great and or continued stress their body will quickly utilize and use up the B complex in their system especially niacin, B-3.

At that point there is a capillary collapse in the temporal region that especially effects the eyes. After first studying this phenomenon I realized that extra supplements of B-3 might forestall the migraines. And the niacin did work. I learned to take enough B-3 to barely be "flushed" and I'd know my system had sufficient B-3 to keep the migraines away. The B-3 was working to keep the capillaries dilated.

This worked for decades with me. But dealing with the flushing balance is a bit frustrating, requiring a needed "flush" at least once a week to make sure enough B-3 was present in my system. Then, about 15 years ago I read about the herb "feverfew." And to my delight I found that feverfew, if I take two a day, four or five times weekly will do the same as B-3.

If I run out of feverfew for a month or two, suddenly, I'm hit with a migraine.

Now that is the "classic" migraine description (aura/light sensitivity, nausea) and the theory that vitamin B-3 depletion is the (immediate) cause of the capillary collapse resulting in the attack.

There is another kind of continuous headache called cluster headaches and I have no experience on whether the same causative issues are at work there and whether using B-3 or feverfew might benefit those suffers.

There is a third kind of often occurring headache. More malevolent even than classic migraines. These might have developed after severe infection, typically to the upper regions of the body. That type of "migraine" (not Classic Migraine) might be caused by the virus migrating into the brain (viral meningitis) being the result. DMSO mixed 50/50 with Colloidal Silver and applied three times in a month would show the sufferer if the Silver might be working to kill the virus if indeed viral meningitis is the cause of that particular continuous headache. The application of the DMSO/ CS mix is topical to back of neck as a poultice using white paper towels (somewhat soaked). If this is going to work, a good indication would be that after the second application the sufferer will feel less nausea, be able to walk better without as much vertigo and will feel a surge of energy. Much more on this in other posts I've written on same subject here in EC.

Another kind of headache...neck injury and a chiropractor might be able to help. Be careful for the ones I call "neck twisters." In cases where the neck is hurt, usually the vertebrae (or muscles) will be bulging to one side of neck and pain will radiate down side of neck causing numbness often to hand on the injured side, causing neck and shoulder stiffness. Headaches will be common in this kind of condition because often the blood will be cut off from the base of the skull, and the brain will be deprived of oxygen. I said be careful for "neck twisters" which is where the Chiropractor puts you on your back and takes your head in his hands and twists, popping the vertebra. I believe this is counter productive in the long run IF YOU HAVE A CHRONIC condition. Rather, look for a chiropractor who will place you FACE DOWN and using what is called the "Pierce technique" adjust against the vertebra's bulging direction. This is "mechanics" when you think about it. If you can feel the vertebra coming bulging to the left in your neck (say C-1 or C-2) it makes no sense to twist the HEAD. No, instead the Chiropractor should be using a vibration machine for adjusting "against" the bulging vertebra. Using either a drop table (the drop is about one quarter of an inch, not much but enough to get the vertebra re aligned with the spine) or a hand held mechanism the result is better than the "twist" technique for long term results. One last thing, don't overlook the condition called "military neck' which is the loss of curvature in the neck around C-2 and C-3. This comes usually from reading a great deal. In that case, the Chiropractor puts the patient face down and the adjustment is straight down with the drop table. This can bring almost instant curvature back to the neck...in just a few adjustments. X-Ray comparison is remarkable.

But you must call to different Chiropractors to ask specifically how they adjust. Look for one that uses the Pierce technique...or ask if the Doctor uses a drop table where he presses against the impaired side of neck."

12/04/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Bella,

I will add a couple of more thoughts to the excellent suggestions I have already seen come through. I would seriously consider each of them. There are so many different causes of headaches. All of these ideas will help you to leave no stone unturned in your quest for a solution.

I have family members that have had migraine relief from taking feverfew daily as a preventative. I myself have been relieved of headaches from going to a good chiropractor.

Herbalist Rachel Weaver cites two common sources of headaches that seem too simple...dehydration and/or constipation. She recommends for a headache to drink a tall glass of water with a pinch of sea salt in it. Better yet, just be sure to be getting plenty of water (a pinch of sea salt is a great addition to that.) Regarding the constipation, if your system is not eliminating toxins daily, you can get all kinds of symptoms, including headaches. If this is an issue for you, do look at the constipation solutions on Earth Clinic.

Do you have chronic sinus infections? How is your diet?

Do you have dental issues? Mercury fillings or root canals? Sometimes these things are linked to headaches. (Mercury fillings from the toxicity of mercury and root canals because sometimes there is an underlying infection that cannot get out.)

Please let us know what you try and what helps. I hope you find relief soon. I am sorry you have had to deal with this for so long. I am praying for wisdom and relief for you.

~Mama to Many~"

12/05/2013: Sandra from Media, Pa: "Ever consider you might be GLUTEN SENSITIVE? I have been hearing a lot about the connection to migraines. I don't experience these myself, but it's part of every gluten book and post I've read. One thing you could do is find a FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE doctor and get tested. Google the Functional Medicine Institute for a doc in your area. There should be a directory. I know a conventional doc probably won't administer this type of test. I believe it measures your anti-bodies specific reaction to gluten. Good Luck!!"

10/23/2009: Jeneen D. from Brooklyn, Ny: "Could you please explain to me what is Ted's solution?"

EC: This post: http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/genital_herpes.html#TED

12/05/2013: Joel from Middleton Usa: "Pine cone extract cures herpes. Same with Hemp Oil. You're all welcome :)"

11/11/2012: Allovejus from Dayton, Ohio: "i had severe pain under rt ribs and felt sick febuary of 2o1o. I honestly thought I was going to die. I had husband take me to er. Sitting in waiting room wondering what it takes to be seen as hot tears flooded and shaking in pain. When they took my bp it was high and have never had that problem. They sent me for test and came back that I needed gallbladder taken out. Thinking doctors know best and that I was in worst pain while on morphine they gave me. I was willing. They got me to a sleepable pain level with the morphine and awoke for surgery. Please understand I have never had any gallbladder issues before this. After surgery I couldnt wake up very well nor speak hardly and I was in lots of pain. Thankfully someone came in to empty the trash and he somehow knew something was wrong or he was surprised to see me cause finally a nurse came in and she thought I was discharged and had gone home hours ago mind I stll had my fluid iv and gown on. I was in so much pain still that at this point I was wondering if they had taken the wrong organ out. I argued with the nurse that I couldnt go home in all this pain. Basically my surgeon discharged me at the time when I was in surgery so afterwards nobody came to give me meds or check on me since they thought I was gone. So my pain was extremely bad not to mention I needed to potty which is one of the reasons I think I woke up in the first place. I went home for recovery still in same pain as when I went in but also from surgery. Went for post op apt after calling severals times bout the gallbladder pain now after alot of internet searching I know I was having attacks my surgeon said he didnt know why I was in so much pain and ordered a scan he said nothing showed up a week later and it might be causee they pulled out a bad gallbladder that might have caused scar tissue so now I have no answers from my surgeon which soon after a recieved letter he isnt there anymore. So I terrified of doctors now but after all this time I have had to suffer through many many attacks but about 3 weeks ago I have been under attacks numorous times everyday so I had to call dr havent had appt yet on tues. I have done much research not wanting surgeries nor drugs and was really upset not to find any success just alot of people suffering. I took your suggestion of 1/4cup Apple Cider Vinegar with 8oz apple juice at 5pm and I felt 2 sharp spikes of pain soon after it went down and got worried it wasnt going to help me or make things worse but after about a hour or so lots of things were going on in bowels no bm yet but my pain had eased for the first time in 3weeks I think im going to drink it again when im done writing. My attack symptoms are that I have severe pain in gallbladder location which isnt there. Gas that sounds of monsters in my tummy. Diareha that is explosive and bile looks oily no constant light or dark in color which does wonders for internal hemoroids. Heartburn and inajestion. Nearly no appitite maybe from fear but rarely hungry. Nor do I know what to eat or how. Im losing my mind I want to be better not just manage pain and spend most of my life in bed this is not fair to my husband who has totake up for all my slack nor my two sons. I found something else that claims to fix things that is all natural in a liquid and guess what the main inngredient is... Apple cider vinagar. Alot of the other s are things that are mentioned on this great site. This site doesnt allow me to say name of product for reasons I understand. But this stuff might help me for long term I dont know so im going to my drs apt to ask them about the product I really wanted to ask anyone on this site if they have heard pos or neg about it. Tried to contact tom but email expired. I think I will probably try it even if my doctor says it wont work cause I dont want to be on pain meds nor surgery nor expensive scans as I have no innsurance anymore anyways who would ever believe that your Apple Cider Vinegar and apple juice would help with gallbladder attack pain with no gallbladder... I was surprised and very thankful I will be passing this on to friends and family my husband was very skeptical of all this but now claims he is going to take a shot a day."

12/04/2013: Eliz from Rhode Island: "To Allovejus from Dayton -- Doctors have made mistakes... I would seek out another doctor and make sure they did in fact do what they were supposed to!"

12/04/2013: Mary from San Diego Ca: "Andy, I have joint and inflammation problems too. Ten years ago, when my problems were much worse, I retreated to a raw-food community which was sort of like an elimination-diet opportunity, and I could observe what went haywire when I ate certain things after a few weeks all-raw.

To try to maybe shed some light on answers to your questions... One, I did go through Herxheimer reactions... so you might be experiencing some of that.

Two, I found my inflammation and pain would subside almost completely if I ate no sugar, not even fruit sugar, and intensified within about 15 minutes if I did. Even watermelon. I've given up "sugar, " including fruit. I mean the stuff that's obviously sugar, and the stuff with fake names that are also sugar, and fructose, and the other -ose/s that are on ingredients labels. And the sugar alternatives like agave, HONEY, MOLASSES etc. etc. etc. I mean I really have given it up. It has been one of the most important things I've done (of several) to get rid of most of the ailments I had.

But "sugar" is also potatoes, yams, rice, right? I've mostly managed to wean myself of potatoes (that was the only thing that was hard to give up: potoato chips! Harder than giving up chocolate, to my surprise), but you do have to have carbs, and I still eat "sugar" in the form of yams, rice, garbanzo/chickpeas, squash...

Years later, I stopped denying that meat was a problem. I still eat fish, but eating almost no meat for over a year was beneficial. I've done that from time to time in the past, with the same benefits, but I was in denial and really wanted to be like the people around me who can eat and drink anything and claim they feel fine. Boy, do I ever envy those people.

Years later, I also realized that I have to give up gluten as well.

I know it seems like this leaves almost nothing, but I focus on what I can eat that I love... Squash, beans, could add lentils which I always forget, avocados, vegies, fish, nuts, vegies, vegies, vegies... You can make wonderful soups and bean/squash meals. Load up on the spices (be sure they're gluten-free; many are not). I can no longer remember what was the big appeal of the flavor sweet. So many other flavors are so much better.

I stay very positive in spite of the inconveniences. Just wish I could gain back some lost weight. I don't like being so thin. Having to cook and being unable to grab food on the go makes it even harder to keep from losing weight."

12/05/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "Hello Greta,

About the spinal stenosis issue.

CS can't help with that. There is a surgical procedure you can read about on line using laser that you might be interested in. Easy to google search. (laser spine institute) So sorry about your back issues but CS only helps where a virus is involved in my opinion; can't do anything about back issues.

And your other question about "correct" measurements; no science on that. The various manufacturers produce at differing ppm. You could buy different brands and see what works best for you."

12/03/2013: Ed2010 from Canada: "Not particularly for breast calcification. But, Japanese Food Natto has the ability to decalcify and maintain uniform level of calcium throughout the body and parts. Eat atleast 2 tablespoons per day. You should acquaint Natto taste, will smell horrible for a first time taster. But full of healing nutrition. Supplement pill Nattokinase are also available. Good Health"

12/05/2013: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines: "There is little to no difference between benign breast cysts and breast calcifications. Both problems are formed from excess calcium deposits and glycoproteins. So it would be sensible to take either serrapeptase or nattokinase enzymes three times a day outside mealtimes. These protease enzymes act to remove the calcification or cyst by protein digestion.

The other two ingredients that I would recommend are magnesium and iodine. That's why it would greatly benefit you to also take the Iodine Protocol together with companion nutrients shown in this link:

The Full Iodine Protocol

I would also take Ted's alkalizing remedies on a daily basis. You can take either the lemon/lime, bicarbonate and water remedy or take the ACV, bicarbonate and water remedy. Alkalize at least twice a day outside mealtimes. See this link for more details.

Also you should cut down on calcium foods in your diet -- so reduce dairy in you diet. Also be aware that foods such as grains, cereals and drinks which are sold in the supermarkets are all over-fortified with calcium now.

References

Iodine and the Breasts

Iodine Replacement in Fibrocystic Disease of the Breast

Serrapeptase Info"

12/05/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Dee: A good broadspectrim multivitamin/mineral will further help w/ metabolism, as well as detoxification. Make sure to also get plenty of Omega 3 Fatty Acids like Fish & Flax Oil. 1000mg L-Methionine w/ 1000mcg B-12 plus extra Niacin (Inositol Hexaniacinate is good flush free form, take as directed). If you don't see any positive results in about 1 month, a Gallbladder Cleanse will be necessary."

[SIDE EFFECTS]  02/12/2012: Julypen from Dubai: "hi.. I'm julypen.. I am applying ACV on my keloid but it was very painful because ACV create a wound on my keloid.. Could you please advise me if it is normal or I would stop putting ACV on my keloid.. Please thanks:)"

02/12/2012: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Julypen, dilute the ACV, of course."

03/31/2013: Getwell from Glasgow, Uk: "Hi Deb, I am extremely happy to hear tht a person got cured with Keloid. I am also in a pathetic suitation where a small wound on my neck becomes a keloid scar and grown huge. As it got infected, I had undergone surgery with out any other choice.. Bad luck.. Now surgery scar is 5+ inches long and started growing.. I am thinking of applying the ACV diluted. Your post gave me some hope. Thanks for sharing."

10/17/2013: Royal from Nigeria: "Hi, am Royal 4rm Nigeria, from all d commnts postd it seem Acv has helped many but am in Africa and I dnt knw wat an ACV or tylenol is. My keloid is over 5yrs nd is on my breast. Wat can I find here dat wil b useful"

12/04/2013: Enya from Jonesboro: "I can't wait to tell my daughter about the acv. She did remove one large keloid from her ear with the rubberband, with much pain involved. She still has others on her other ear, now she wants surgery, I think it's a waste of money, knowing it will return."

12/03/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "Hello Joanne,

Thank you for commenting on Dec 3 EC Newsletter.

You ask about making your own CS. And it's a good idea to get the 27 volt battery generator...cost about 70 dollars bought on line. Google "economical colloidal silver generator" or words to that effect and you should find a reasonably priced CS maker. If you anticipate using a lot of CS then the purchase of a generator of your own is a wise investment. My original one I bought 20 years ago is still working. The thin silver strands are still producing CS all these years later. I've had to replace batteries 5 or 6 times but the silver strands last and last (because so LITTLE silver is being used) with each production. I just add twenty grains of sea salt to two cups of charcoal purified water...heated to 90 degrees. Insert silver strands plugged into the battery power of course and instantly you will see the cloud coming off the negative pole in the water. In four or five minutes the cups of water are saturated with a lovely cloud of "whitish" infiltration; that white cloud is silver atoms. Now, dilute in a large container until you can no longer see the presence of the silver and cannot taste any metallic. You have a few gallons of water at that point....but with silver atoms. That is what you use to kill viruses. That is CS."

12/03/2013: Matto from Fort Davis, Tx: "Thanks, Dave. I really know this will help. When I was a boy, I would go to gramma's, and could taste the silver (cutlery); I could also taste the metal in the water fountain. Best, Matto"

12/04/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Malto,

Thanks for your comment. The best and sometimes most interesting "thoughts" of my life are about my grandparents. So much wisdom and folk remedies have been forgotten in the last one hundred years.

Regards, Dave"

12/04/2013: Jeff from Nashville,Tn: "Colloidal Silver is a wonderful thing. I have tried several ways to make CS. You really do not need to heat the water and it is not recommended to add salt. Aeration with a small aquarium pump will accomplish the same thing and yield a clean batch. Go with a 24Volt transformer. The best source for kits and advice I personally use can be found if you Google "colloidalsilverhowto"."

12/03/2013: Allie from California: "Hi Rick,

I started out taking a multi vitamin, then added 2000 mg of C, then L-Lysine, then Glucosamine/Chondroiin. I was up to 9 pills a day. I was spending a ridiculous amount of money... and I didn't feel really any different.

Try using ONLY extra virgin cold pressed coconut oil!! Take a moment and look up all the wonderful health benefits of coconut oil, as this will help you determine the best way to use it for you (really quite amazing stuff) It is wonderful to cook with, so your wife can start with coconut oil in the pan. you can also use a tsp. in your coffee every day! It will lower your bad cholesterol and raise your good. It is also wonderful for keeping your body hydrated from the inside out (or from the outside in as it makes for a wonderful skin moisturizer). Sometimes its good to wipe the slate clean and start with one thing at a time (unless it's prescribed by your doctor) Try it for at least 3 weeks. see if you notice a change (other than the extra change in your pocket! ) Please check with your doctor. Banana's are also sometimes good for leg cramps (potassium)"

12/04/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Rick: If all these good things you're doing isn't working, you may want to try a gallbladder cleanse as gallstones will not allow the liver to properly metabolize cholesterol. If you do remove a bunch of gallstones (which are mostly ldl cholesterol accumulated), you can expect a significant drop in ldl. After this, take triple strength lecithin to prevent any more cholesterol gallstone formation."

12/03/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Many people come to earth clinic after they realize the side effects from Statin drugs. Still the lies about cholesterol and heart disease are still lodged deeply in their minds. If they take the time to research heart disease, they will realize that addressing the cholesterol does not address heart disease. They will also realize that they wasted their time and neglected more important things regarding heart disease and health. They will also realize that you can eat as much cholesterol as you want and still have a healthy heart."

12/04/2013: Jillery from North America: "I brought down my cholesterol from 298 to 178 within a month by: taking 2T of metamucil and 2T of granular lethicin 2-3 times a day, also a few good multi vits/minerals-- my doc was amazed but she only focused on the metamucil and not the lethicin. Hope this is a help to you."

12/04/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Why is taking down your cholesterol important? Studies have shown that cholesterol level does not make one more or less prone to heart attacks. People with low cholesterol get heart attacks as much as people that have high cholesterol."

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "Why trying to get my cholesterol levels down? Because I want to, that's why. Why do you bother to ask? You don't see any problem with cholesterol, so you don't want to lower it. I do want to lower mine. I don't owe you a reason why. If you don't have anything to offer, why bother posting?"

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "To Jillery: Thank you for the suggestions. I had heard of using metamucil but had forgotten it. I have lecithin granules, Been using them as a thickener, but will start adding it to my foods."

12/07/2013: Happy from Up The Creek In Wv, Usa: "Prioris from Fl: You are correct. The clinical trial that is used to falsely assert that high cholesterol is connected to heart problems actually proves that there is no such correlation. Anyone can read the study and see this fact for themselves. The cholesterol mania was just a fear campaign. A conspiracy to defraud the public. A treason against the citizens.

You are entirely correct to point this out to anyone who is worried about their cholesterol numbers.... Even if they do not appreciate it now, they hopefully will later, when they are able to see more clearly what kind of mental prison the conspirators have put them in. Carry on."

12/08/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Happy and Prioris: You are right. A good liver makes good cholestrol that stays in suspension. A bad liver makes bad cholestrol that oxidizes and solidifies."

12/03/2013: Allie from California: "Hi Rick,

I started out taking a multi vitamin, then added 2000 mg of C, then L-Lysine, then Glucosamine/Chondroiin. I was up to 9 pills a day. I was spending a ridiculous amount of money... and I didn't feel really any different.

Try using ONLY extra virgin cold pressed coconut oil!! Take a moment and look up all the wonderful health benefits of coconut oil, as this will help you determine the best way to use it for you (really quite amazing stuff) It is wonderful to cook with, so your wife can start with coconut oil in the pan. you can also use a tsp. in your coffee every day! It will lower your bad cholesterol and raise your good. It is also wonderful for keeping your body hydrated from the inside out (or from the outside in as it makes for a wonderful skin moisturizer). Sometimes its good to wipe the slate clean and start with one thing at a time (unless it's prescribed by your doctor) Try it for at least 3 weeks. see if you notice a change (other than the extra change in your pocket! ) Please check with your doctor. Banana's are also sometimes good for leg cramps (potassium)"

12/04/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Rick: If all these good things you're doing isn't working, you may want to try a gallbladder cleanse as gallstones will not allow the liver to properly metabolize cholesterol. If you do remove a bunch of gallstones (which are mostly ldl cholesterol accumulated), you can expect a significant drop in ldl. After this, take triple strength lecithin to prevent any more cholesterol gallstone formation."

12/03/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Many people come to earth clinic after they realize the side effects from Statin drugs. Still the lies about cholesterol and heart disease are still lodged deeply in their minds. If they take the time to research heart disease, they will realize that addressing the cholesterol does not address heart disease. They will also realize that they wasted their time and neglected more important things regarding heart disease and health. They will also realize that you can eat as much cholesterol as you want and still have a healthy heart."

12/04/2013: Jillery from North America: "I brought down my cholesterol from 298 to 178 within a month by: taking 2T of metamucil and 2T of granular lethicin 2-3 times a day, also a few good multi vits/minerals-- my doc was amazed but she only focused on the metamucil and not the lethicin. Hope this is a help to you."

12/04/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Why is taking down your cholesterol important? Studies have shown that cholesterol level does not make one more or less prone to heart attacks. People with low cholesterol get heart attacks as much as people that have high cholesterol."

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "Why trying to get my cholesterol levels down? Because I want to, that's why. Why do you bother to ask? You don't see any problem with cholesterol, so you don't want to lower it. I do want to lower mine. I don't owe you a reason why. If you don't have anything to offer, why bother posting?"

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "To Jillery: Thank you for the suggestions. I had heard of using metamucil but had forgotten it. I have lecithin granules, Been using them as a thickener, but will start adding it to my foods."

12/07/2013: Happy from Up The Creek In Wv, Usa: "Prioris from Fl: You are correct. The clinical trial that is used to falsely assert that high cholesterol is connected to heart problems actually proves that there is no such correlation. Anyone can read the study and see this fact for themselves. The cholesterol mania was just a fear campaign. A conspiracy to defraud the public. A treason against the citizens.

You are entirely correct to point this out to anyone who is worried about their cholesterol numbers.... Even if they do not appreciate it now, they hopefully will later, when they are able to see more clearly what kind of mental prison the conspirators have put them in. Carry on."

12/08/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Happy and Prioris: You are right. A good liver makes good cholestrol that stays in suspension. A bad liver makes bad cholestrol that oxidizes and solidifies."

12/03/2013: Allie from California: "Hi Rick,

I started out taking a multi vitamin, then added 2000 mg of C, then L-Lysine, then Glucosamine/Chondroiin. I was up to 9 pills a day. I was spending a ridiculous amount of money... and I didn't feel really any different.

Try using ONLY extra virgin cold pressed coconut oil!! Take a moment and look up all the wonderful health benefits of coconut oil, as this will help you determine the best way to use it for you (really quite amazing stuff) It is wonderful to cook with, so your wife can start with coconut oil in the pan. you can also use a tsp. in your coffee every day! It will lower your bad cholesterol and raise your good. It is also wonderful for keeping your body hydrated from the inside out (or from the outside in as it makes for a wonderful skin moisturizer). Sometimes its good to wipe the slate clean and start with one thing at a time (unless it's prescribed by your doctor) Try it for at least 3 weeks. see if you notice a change (other than the extra change in your pocket! ) Please check with your doctor. Banana's are also sometimes good for leg cramps (potassium)"

12/04/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Rick: If all these good things you're doing isn't working, you may want to try a gallbladder cleanse as gallstones will not allow the liver to properly metabolize cholesterol. If you do remove a bunch of gallstones (which are mostly ldl cholesterol accumulated), you can expect a significant drop in ldl. After this, take triple strength lecithin to prevent any more cholesterol gallstone formation."

12/03/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Many people come to earth clinic after they realize the side effects from Statin drugs. Still the lies about cholesterol and heart disease are still lodged deeply in their minds. If they take the time to research heart disease, they will realize that addressing the cholesterol does not address heart disease. They will also realize that they wasted their time and neglected more important things regarding heart disease and health. They will also realize that you can eat as much cholesterol as you want and still have a healthy heart."

12/04/2013: Jillery from North America: "I brought down my cholesterol from 298 to 178 within a month by: taking 2T of metamucil and 2T of granular lethicin 2-3 times a day, also a few good multi vits/minerals-- my doc was amazed but she only focused on the metamucil and not the lethicin. Hope this is a help to you."

12/04/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Why is taking down your cholesterol important? Studies have shown that cholesterol level does not make one more or less prone to heart attacks. People with low cholesterol get heart attacks as much as people that have high cholesterol."

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "Why trying to get my cholesterol levels down? Because I want to, that's why. Why do you bother to ask? You don't see any problem with cholesterol, so you don't want to lower it. I do want to lower mine. I don't owe you a reason why. If you don't have anything to offer, why bother posting?"

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "To Jillery: Thank you for the suggestions. I had heard of using metamucil but had forgotten it. I have lecithin granules, Been using them as a thickener, but will start adding it to my foods."

12/07/2013: Happy from Up The Creek In Wv, Usa: "Prioris from Fl: You are correct. The clinical trial that is used to falsely assert that high cholesterol is connected to heart problems actually proves that there is no such correlation. Anyone can read the study and see this fact for themselves. The cholesterol mania was just a fear campaign. A conspiracy to defraud the public. A treason against the citizens.

You are entirely correct to point this out to anyone who is worried about their cholesterol numbers.... Even if they do not appreciate it now, they hopefully will later, when they are able to see more clearly what kind of mental prison the conspirators have put them in. Carry on."

12/08/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Happy and Prioris: You are right. A good liver makes good cholestrol that stays in suspension. A bad liver makes bad cholestrol that oxidizes and solidifies."

12/04/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Jan,

I am hopeful that there are things that would preserve your eyesight. Several things that come to mind are: activated charcoal powder, eyebright, and carrots.

You mentioned that you have been told to eat carrots. Juicing organic carrots would be a better way to get the important nutrients in larger quantities. I would highly recommend 2 cups of fresh carrot juice a day. It is a bit of a time commitment, but the "carrots for eyes" is not just a myth. I have a friend who reversed and "incurable" eye disease with carrot juice. (I am sorry I do not recall what the name of it was.)

The herb Eyebright got its name because of its usefulness in eye disorders. You can buy eyebright supplements and take capsules or a tincture. The is a Dr. Christopher Eyebright tincture that can be taken internally and can also be diluted in water as an eyewash.

Finally, activated charcoal has been used successfully to treat eye disorders. Here is how to make charcoal eye drops.

1 teaspoon activated charcoal powder

4 ounces pure water

Mix together.

Strain through a coffee filter.

Drop 1 drop of the filtered charcoal water into your eyes twice a day. (3 or 4 times a day is better but not convenient.)

An even stronger way to use charcoal is with charcoal poultices over your eyes at night. (See, "How to make a charcoal poultice" under activated charcoal powder on Earth Clinic.) Here is a link to a story about someone who had great success treating a serious eye disorder this way.

http://www.charcoalremedies.com/pars_planitis

While she was not treating the same condition, it was a condition of the eyes and there was inflammation that would lead to blindness that was reversed.

Charcoal is also used by people for regular hypertension. Charcoal reduces inflammation.

All of these things can be safely done together.

Please let us know what you try and what helps you. I do hope you see results quickly with what you try and that you can save your eyesight.

~Mama to Many~"

12/04/2013: Alison from Peachtree City Ga: "Never heard of oil-pulling. Have dental infection. Can't get to dentist and they won't call in scrip for meds. I am going to get a bottle of coconut or saffron oil tonight. Can't wait to try it! Love this site. Thanks:)"

12/03/2013: Allie from California: "Hi Rick,

I started out taking a multi vitamin, then added 2000 mg of C, then L-Lysine, then Glucosamine/Chondroiin. I was up to 9 pills a day. I was spending a ridiculous amount of money... and I didn't feel really any different.

Try using ONLY extra virgin cold pressed coconut oil!! Take a moment and look up all the wonderful health benefits of coconut oil, as this will help you determine the best way to use it for you (really quite amazing stuff) It is wonderful to cook with, so your wife can start with coconut oil in the pan. you can also use a tsp. in your coffee every day! It will lower your bad cholesterol and raise your good. It is also wonderful for keeping your body hydrated from the inside out (or from the outside in as it makes for a wonderful skin moisturizer). Sometimes its good to wipe the slate clean and start with one thing at a time (unless it's prescribed by your doctor) Try it for at least 3 weeks. see if you notice a change (other than the extra change in your pocket! ) Please check with your doctor. Banana's are also sometimes good for leg cramps (potassium)"

12/04/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Rick: If all these good things you're doing isn't working, you may want to try a gallbladder cleanse as gallstones will not allow the liver to properly metabolize cholesterol. If you do remove a bunch of gallstones (which are mostly ldl cholesterol accumulated), you can expect a significant drop in ldl. After this, take triple strength lecithin to prevent any more cholesterol gallstone formation."

12/03/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Many people come to earth clinic after they realize the side effects from Statin drugs. Still the lies about cholesterol and heart disease are still lodged deeply in their minds. If they take the time to research heart disease, they will realize that addressing the cholesterol does not address heart disease. They will also realize that they wasted their time and neglected more important things regarding heart disease and health. They will also realize that you can eat as much cholesterol as you want and still have a healthy heart."

12/04/2013: Jillery from North America: "I brought down my cholesterol from 298 to 178 within a month by: taking 2T of metamucil and 2T of granular lethicin 2-3 times a day, also a few good multi vits/minerals-- my doc was amazed but she only focused on the metamucil and not the lethicin. Hope this is a help to you."

12/04/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Why is taking down your cholesterol important? Studies have shown that cholesterol level does not make one more or less prone to heart attacks. People with low cholesterol get heart attacks as much as people that have high cholesterol."

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "Why trying to get my cholesterol levels down? Because I want to, that's why. Why do you bother to ask? You don't see any problem with cholesterol, so you don't want to lower it. I do want to lower mine. I don't owe you a reason why. If you don't have anything to offer, why bother posting?"

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "To Jillery: Thank you for the suggestions. I had heard of using metamucil but had forgotten it. I have lecithin granules, Been using them as a thickener, but will start adding it to my foods."

12/07/2013: Happy from Up The Creek In Wv, Usa: "Prioris from Fl: You are correct. The clinical trial that is used to falsely assert that high cholesterol is connected to heart problems actually proves that there is no such correlation. Anyone can read the study and see this fact for themselves. The cholesterol mania was just a fear campaign. A conspiracy to defraud the public. A treason against the citizens.

You are entirely correct to point this out to anyone who is worried about their cholesterol numbers.... Even if they do not appreciate it now, they hopefully will later, when they are able to see more clearly what kind of mental prison the conspirators have put them in. Carry on."

12/08/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Happy and Prioris: You are right. A good liver makes good cholestrol that stays in suspension. A bad liver makes bad cholestrol that oxidizes and solidifies."

[YEA]  09/21/2013: Hope from Fullerton, Ca: "A friend and I hope had a toothache at the same time... Tried the ACV... Both our toothaches where completely gone in less than 5 minutes... Go ACV"

[YEA]  12/04/2013: Beehappier from London, United Kingdom: "Just followed your advice and got the exact same results. After agonizing with toothache for 11 hours, I read this and immediately prepared my own. Warm water, 2 tbs ACV, and black forest honey for its antibacterial properties and... Gone after only two sips. I finished it and bought some more ACV so I might take it 3 times a day and see. Thank you ALL of you who posted your experiences here, the good ones and the bad ones, so we can all benefit from each other's stories."

12/04/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Lindsay: Marine phytoplankton liquid, the expensive one, high mountain hand harvested cold water extracted shilajit, 17 mushroom extract blend from Washington, colostrum, and Wyoming clay."

12/03/2013: Theresa from Mpls., Mn: "Hey Bella!

What worked for ME was chiropractic adjustments. If you have tried *everything*, then its something to consider."

12/03/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Bella: I had headaches too. Brain cells need more fuel than regular cells. I take 600g raw carbs daily from honey, whole sugar, organic fruits, and activated barley. Brain cells need neurotransmitters. Raw proteins from whey, hawaiin spirulina, dessicated liver, and cocoa powders make the best. High mountain cold water extracted shilajit, skate liver oil, and maca are also good. Marine phytoplankton liquid, the expensive one, is the only food that detoxes and energizes the back of the brain where the seat of the emotions are located. Watch raw food and superfood videos for good info."

12/04/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Bella: I suppose you must be experiencing bad side effects from the sumatryptan. The closest natural substance chemically similar to s is 5HTP. Take 50mg 5HTP before retiring every evening. It seems logical to reduce the s proly 50% (if you have tabs a pill splitter will work fine) while taking 5HTP.

Have you tried brain-specific antioxidants like Chinese Skullcap and Gingko biloba?? I would also recommend Magnet Therapy over the entire skull. A strong magnet like a music speaker mag will work well. Do this about 15-30 min daily for a few weeks. Herbs like White Oak Bark, Buthchers Broom, and Horse Chesnut are indicated in vacular disorders as they strengthen the vascular. Vit-C w/ added Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex also helps veins."

12/04/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Bella from NY,

Re your migraines:

I've had them since I was about 16 years old. At that time was and continued to be under great stress. (Like most people.) My own migraine issue has caused me to be especially interested in cures.

Studied a great deal on migraines and conclude this: There is the "classic migraine" which manifests with blurred vision (the aura) and light sensitivity culminating in nausea and the headache lasting any length of time...as long as three days.

Many people have what they call migraines but in fact are not the classic form. Look for light sensitivity and narrowing vision when the migraine sets in. Then nausea.

There is a distinct and genetically driven personality type who is susceptible to CLASSIC migraines. When under great and or continued stress their body will quickly utilize and use up the B complex in their system especially niacin, B-3.

At that point there is a capillary collapse in the temporal region that especially effects the eyes. After first studying this phenomenon I realized that extra supplements of B-3 might forestall the migraines. And the niacin did work. I learned to take enough B-3 to barely be "flushed" and I'd know my system had sufficient B-3 to keep the migraines away. The B-3 was working to keep the capillaries dilated.

This worked for decades with me. But dealing with the flushing balance is a bit frustrating, requiring a needed "flush" at least once a week to make sure enough B-3 was present in my system. Then, about 15 years ago I read about the herb "feverfew." And to my delight I found that feverfew, if I take two a day, four or five times weekly will do the same as B-3.

If I run out of feverfew for a month or two, suddenly, I'm hit with a migraine.

Now that is the "classic" migraine description (aura/light sensitivity, nausea) and the theory that vitamin B-3 depletion is the (immediate) cause of the capillary collapse resulting in the attack.

There is another kind of continuous headache called cluster headaches and I have no experience on whether the same causative issues are at work there and whether using B-3 or feverfew might benefit those suffers.

There is a third kind of often occurring headache. More malevolent even than classic migraines. These might have developed after severe infection, typically to the upper regions of the body. That type of "migraine" (not Classic Migraine) might be caused by the virus migrating into the brain (viral meningitis) being the result. DMSO mixed 50/50 with Colloidal Silver and applied three times in a month would show the sufferer if the Silver might be working to kill the virus if indeed viral meningitis is the cause of that particular continuous headache. The application of the DMSO/ CS mix is topical to back of neck as a poultice using white paper towels (somewhat soaked). If this is going to work, a good indication would be that after the second application the sufferer will feel less nausea, be able to walk better without as much vertigo and will feel a surge of energy. Much more on this in other posts I've written on same subject here in EC.

Another kind of headache...neck injury and a chiropractor might be able to help. Be careful for the ones I call "neck twisters." In cases where the neck is hurt, usually the vertebrae (or muscles) will be bulging to one side of neck and pain will radiate down side of neck causing numbness often to hand on the injured side, causing neck and shoulder stiffness. Headaches will be common in this kind of condition because often the blood will be cut off from the base of the skull, and the brain will be deprived of oxygen. I said be careful for "neck twisters" which is where the Chiropractor puts you on your back and takes your head in his hands and twists, popping the vertebra. I believe this is counter productive in the long run IF YOU HAVE A CHRONIC condition. Rather, look for a chiropractor who will place you FACE DOWN and using what is called the "Pierce technique" adjust against the vertebra's bulging direction. This is "mechanics" when you think about it. If you can feel the vertebra coming bulging to the left in your neck (say C-1 or C-2) it makes no sense to twist the HEAD. No, instead the Chiropractor should be using a vibration machine for adjusting "against" the bulging vertebra. Using either a drop table (the drop is about one quarter of an inch, not much but enough to get the vertebra re aligned with the spine) or a hand held mechanism the result is better than the "twist" technique for long term results. One last thing, don't overlook the condition called "military neck' which is the loss of curvature in the neck around C-2 and C-3. This comes usually from reading a great deal. In that case, the Chiropractor puts the patient face down and the adjustment is straight down with the drop table. This can bring almost instant curvature back to the neck...in just a few adjustments. X-Ray comparison is remarkable.

But you must call to different Chiropractors to ask specifically how they adjust. Look for one that uses the Pierce technique...or ask if the Doctor uses a drop table where he presses against the impaired side of neck."

12/04/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Bella,

I will add a couple of more thoughts to the excellent suggestions I have already seen come through. I would seriously consider each of them. There are so many different causes of headaches. All of these ideas will help you to leave no stone unturned in your quest for a solution.

I have family members that have had migraine relief from taking feverfew daily as a preventative. I myself have been relieved of headaches from going to a good chiropractor.

Herbalist Rachel Weaver cites two common sources of headaches that seem too simple...dehydration and/or constipation. She recommends for a headache to drink a tall glass of water with a pinch of sea salt in it. Better yet, just be sure to be getting plenty of water (a pinch of sea salt is a great addition to that.) Regarding the constipation, if your system is not eliminating toxins daily, you can get all kinds of symptoms, including headaches. If this is an issue for you, do look at the constipation solutions on Earth Clinic.

Do you have chronic sinus infections? How is your diet?

Do you have dental issues? Mercury fillings or root canals? Sometimes these things are linked to headaches. (Mercury fillings from the toxicity of mercury and root canals because sometimes there is an underlying infection that cannot get out.)

Please let us know what you try and what helps. I hope you find relief soon. I am sorry you have had to deal with this for so long. I am praying for wisdom and relief for you.

~Mama to Many~"

12/05/2013: Sandra from Media, Pa: "Ever consider you might be GLUTEN SENSITIVE? I have been hearing a lot about the connection to migraines. I don't experience these myself, but it's part of every gluten book and post I've read. One thing you could do is find a FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE doctor and get tested. Google the Functional Medicine Institute for a doc in your area. There should be a directory. I know a conventional doc probably won't administer this type of test. I believe it measures your anti-bodies specific reaction to gluten. Good Luck!!"

12/04/2013: Ava from Los Angeles, California: "Taking coconut oil by spoon greatly helped my oral thrush, but oil pulling in general, especially oil pulling with coconut oil, made it infinitely worse! Be careful!"

12/04/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Salenai, as far as I know, these remedies work VERY slowly. So why don't you try dabbing on Castor Oil, for example, for a LONG time?"

12/02/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Evie, I'm no expert, but my thought would be to "exercise" it by doing some form of regular daily breathing exercises."

12/02/2013: Steve from Las Vegas: "You might want to investigate chiropractic as an option. Sometimes these issues can be caused by a pinched nerve which chiropractors specialize in relieving."

12/02/2013: Lloyd from Charlotte, Nc: "Hello Evie,

Re Paralyzed diaphragm,

Couple of observations: If the onset was sudden and painful following lifting something, or cutting grass etc, likely a rib is out and pinching nerve on the "paralyzed' side. Lots of pain if that is the cause.

If the onset was gradual following a lung infection...or any bronchial issue, the condition is caused by a virus infecting the nerves on that side of the diaphragm.

Do either of these ring a bell?

If so, then I can give you some ideas for healing.

dave"

12/03/2013: Evie from West Monroe, Louisiana: "I have bronchitis every fall, developed into pneumonia last December. Seems to begin from allergies and settles in my lungs. Pulmonary specialist ask me if I had been in any car wrecks, which I have, probably 30 years ago. I guess he thinks I had a nerve damaged from seatbelt. I also have sleep apnea. Breathing has become more difficult over the years, least bit of exercise or exertion leaves me winded. Anything you know of to help me would be greatly appreciated."

12/03/2013: Evie from West Monroe, Louisiana: "Theresa: Thanks, I hadn't thought of a Chiropractor."

12/04/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Evie, read up on h2o2 inhalation or other methods of application."

12/08/2013: Evie from West Monroe, La: "Dave, What are your suggestions for paralyzed diaphragm? I have given you a little of my medical history, that I believe could have contributed to the condition."

12/08/2013: Lloyd from Charlotte: "Evie,

Based on what you said about the infection coming every fall and this last settled in your lungs...sounds more like infection than a rib out. But your coughing could also cause the rib to be out so the chiropractor suggestion is not to be ignored. But the underlying cause appears to be infection. Have you ever used an inhaler? I'd use colloidal silver in the inhaler twice a day, about five minutes each use for a week. If it seems to help keep up the regimen for another week. Repeat if improved because it is obvious that the problem is bacteria or virus."

12/08/2013: Evie from West Monroe, La: "Have never used an inhaler. Will you give me instructions and quantities you use?"

12/04/2013: Msv89 from Nj: "Hello, I would just like to know how you did your douche. Did you do it standing up or laying down. I've read that you should be laying down, but I'm scared I might get PID (pelvic inflammatory disease). I've had bv for almost three years now and it's driving me crazy. Hope to hear from you soon! Thank you"

12/05/2013: Theresa from Mpls., Mn: "Hey Msv89!

It does not matter if you are standing, or lying down for your douche; your cervix is closed either way. FWIW you more likely can do a more thorough job lying down in the tub when you douche."

12/03/2013: Allie from California: "Hi Rick,

I started out taking a multi vitamin, then added 2000 mg of C, then L-Lysine, then Glucosamine/Chondroiin. I was up to 9 pills a day. I was spending a ridiculous amount of money... and I didn't feel really any different.

Try using ONLY extra virgin cold pressed coconut oil!! Take a moment and look up all the wonderful health benefits of coconut oil, as this will help you determine the best way to use it for you (really quite amazing stuff) It is wonderful to cook with, so your wife can start with coconut oil in the pan. you can also use a tsp. in your coffee every day! It will lower your bad cholesterol and raise your good. It is also wonderful for keeping your body hydrated from the inside out (or from the outside in as it makes for a wonderful skin moisturizer). Sometimes its good to wipe the slate clean and start with one thing at a time (unless it's prescribed by your doctor) Try it for at least 3 weeks. see if you notice a change (other than the extra change in your pocket! ) Please check with your doctor. Banana's are also sometimes good for leg cramps (potassium)"

12/04/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Rick: If all these good things you're doing isn't working, you may want to try a gallbladder cleanse as gallstones will not allow the liver to properly metabolize cholesterol. If you do remove a bunch of gallstones (which are mostly ldl cholesterol accumulated), you can expect a significant drop in ldl. After this, take triple strength lecithin to prevent any more cholesterol gallstone formation."

12/03/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Many people come to earth clinic after they realize the side effects from Statin drugs. Still the lies about cholesterol and heart disease are still lodged deeply in their minds. If they take the time to research heart disease, they will realize that addressing the cholesterol does not address heart disease. They will also realize that they wasted their time and neglected more important things regarding heart disease and health. They will also realize that you can eat as much cholesterol as you want and still have a healthy heart."

12/04/2013: Jillery from North America: "I brought down my cholesterol from 298 to 178 within a month by: taking 2T of metamucil and 2T of granular lethicin 2-3 times a day, also a few good multi vits/minerals-- my doc was amazed but she only focused on the metamucil and not the lethicin. Hope this is a help to you."

12/04/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Why is taking down your cholesterol important? Studies have shown that cholesterol level does not make one more or less prone to heart attacks. People with low cholesterol get heart attacks as much as people that have high cholesterol."

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "Why trying to get my cholesterol levels down? Because I want to, that's why. Why do you bother to ask? You don't see any problem with cholesterol, so you don't want to lower it. I do want to lower mine. I don't owe you a reason why. If you don't have anything to offer, why bother posting?"

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "To Jillery: Thank you for the suggestions. I had heard of using metamucil but had forgotten it. I have lecithin granules, Been using them as a thickener, but will start adding it to my foods."

12/07/2013: Happy from Up The Creek In Wv, Usa: "Prioris from Fl: You are correct. The clinical trial that is used to falsely assert that high cholesterol is connected to heart problems actually proves that there is no such correlation. Anyone can read the study and see this fact for themselves. The cholesterol mania was just a fear campaign. A conspiracy to defraud the public. A treason against the citizens.

You are entirely correct to point this out to anyone who is worried about their cholesterol numbers.... Even if they do not appreciate it now, they hopefully will later, when they are able to see more clearly what kind of mental prison the conspirators have put them in. Carry on."

12/08/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Happy and Prioris: You are right. A good liver makes good cholestrol that stays in suspension. A bad liver makes bad cholestrol that oxidizes and solidifies."

12/03/2013: Faithfulb Friend from La: "Natural cures for bacterial vaginosis (BV), yeast infections and urinary tract infections. In a study of 40 women with BV, took two capsules daily containing the 2 following probiotics worked better than the prescribed treatment Solution is to take by mouth : Once or twice a day, take capsules of L. rhamnosus GR-1 and L. reuteri RC-14, which reach the vagina via the intestinal tract"

08/14/2012: Janice from Niceville, Fl: "There is a product called Miracle Mineral Solution. From what I understand it will cure your problems. At least I have read testimonies to that fact as I have not had that problem myself but have used it for other issues. There are also utube videos & Jim Humble has a book out on this product."

04/01/2013: Lindsay from Koh Samui, Thailand: "One thing for starters would be to build up your immune system with a healthy diet of fresh veg nuts seeds flaxseed Oil, Coconut Oil, and eliminate all processed, fried, and sweet foods. Freshly made veg juice is a great way to nourish your body.

Also take a few tablespoons of Apple Cider Vinegar and a 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda a day ... Mixed with whatever liquid you need to get it down( water or carrot juice works for me )..... This will help to alkalise your body which is v impt in fighting the virus'. For your hep C Selenium and Milk Thistle and Aplha Lipoic Acid have had good results. Do some googling for dosages and testimonials.

This is all my laymans' advice - for more specific advice Ted is a good source... as is this website.

Best of luck."

12/03/2013: Murg from Central Usa: "You might be interested to look into something called GcMAF. Cancer, HIV, viruses, and harmful bacteria produce an enzyme called nagalase which destroys the Vitamin D Binding Protein (VDP). Vitamin D activates hundreds of human genes and primes our immune system to kill infections and cancer, but only with the help of VDP. GcMAF injections and/or the probiotic yogurt made from formula MAF314 or formula MAF878 supposedly activate the macrophages and ultimately eliminate production of nagalase. Dr Marco Ruggieros pioneered MAF341 and Dr. Enland is a source of MAF878 culture starter on eBay from what I understand. There was supposed to be a Canadian study using GcMAF."

12/03/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Check out:http://www.cqs.com/aids.htm. My own study of the issue is that people who died in the US around the 80s were mostly a victim of an intentionally tainted Hepatitis B vaccine. This could be confirmed but the govt refuse to release the names of the victims who got vaccine and what they ultimately died of. They did admit that 67% of those vaccinated got AIDS and that was mid 80s but shut up after that. That itself is damning. There is lots of disinformation with health issues."

12/03/2013: Ed2010 from Canada: "Not particularly for breast calcification. But, Japanese Food Natto has the ability to decalcify and maintain uniform level of calcium throughout the body and parts. Eat atleast 2 tablespoons per day. You should acquaint Natto taste, will smell horrible for a first time taster. But full of healing nutrition. Supplement pill Nattokinase are also available. Good Health"

12/05/2013: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines: "There is little to no difference between benign breast cysts and breast calcifications. Both problems are formed from excess calcium deposits and glycoproteins. So it would be sensible to take either serrapeptase or nattokinase enzymes three times a day outside mealtimes. These protease enzymes act to remove the calcification or cyst by protein digestion.

The other two ingredients that I would recommend are magnesium and iodine. That's why it would greatly benefit you to also take the Iodine Protocol together with companion nutrients shown in this link:

The Full Iodine Protocol

I would also take Ted's alkalizing remedies on a daily basis. You can take either the lemon/lime, bicarbonate and water remedy or take the ACV, bicarbonate and water remedy. Alkalize at least twice a day outside mealtimes. See this link for more details.

Also you should cut down on calcium foods in your diet -- so reduce dairy in you diet. Also be aware that foods such as grains, cereals and drinks which are sold in the supermarkets are all over-fortified with calcium now.

References

Iodine and the Breasts

Iodine Replacement in Fibrocystic Disease of the Breast

Serrapeptase Info"

12/02/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Dee,

Glad to hear that the ACV and coconut oil are helping. I find them helpful, too.

Regarding kelp versus potassium iodide....well, I have tried both in my family. The thing is that if you are truly deficient in iodine, which so many of us are, you would need a lot of kelp to get the amount needed. I don't personally notice much difference when I take kelp. But some do.

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism a few years ago. I took a very small dose of levothyroxine and it made me feel much worse. (But my doctor assured me that I was better since my labwork looked good.) Well, I ended up going off the medication and trying natural stuff. It took some time but I did find things that helped me. ACV and coconut oil being some of them. But potassium iodide made the biggest difference for me. I take Iodoral (the pill form of Lugol's.) I take 1 12.5 mg tablet a day (12.5 iodine/potassium iodide.) Iodine supplements should be taken with Selenium and B-complex. Some also include vitamin C.

If you take some time to read people's stories on Earth Clinic's Iodine page and Hypothyroid page, you can read a lot about what people do and what helps. The one thing is that different things help different people. Some feel a lot better taking iodine. Others do not.

You may find that you need less of your thyroid medicine if you supplement with iodine. It might be helpful to try Lugol's iodine (the liquid form) as it is easier to take less and build up to more.)

Keep us posted on your progress.

~Mama to Many~"

12/03/2013: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines: "Hi Dee...If you have a hypothyroid condition, then this is a condition that occurs when you have low iodine levels in the body and perhaps a lack of certain critical minerals in your body as well. Most people are low thyroid these days but if you lack certain mineral anti-oxidants in your body -- like magnesium, zinc or glutathione peroxidase -- this can even cause or aggravate hypothyroid and thyroiditis problems.

The protocol that you should be using is the full Lugol's Iodine Protocol with Companion Nutrients. Never take Lugol's Iodine just on it's own for reasons that are all explained here in this link. This link, which is a short excerpt from my book on Candida, describes, in detail, the reasons and causes for higher dose iodine problems.

If you are hypothyroid, it might also benefit you to supplement a natural bio-identical thyroid from bovine or porcine sources(such as Nature Thyroid for example) which contains real T1, T2, T3, T4 and calcitonin (hormone that controls bone formation). This form of thyroid is all natural, whereas allopathic equivalents like Synthroid only contains synthetic T4 to control the thyroid via the TSH from the Pituitary gland.

More reasons to use natural dessicated thyroid.

The Iodine Protocol with companion nutrients should definitely help to relieve your hypothyroid problems. A good series of books has been written by Dr Brownstein to help people to more understand and naturally resolve their own thyroid problems and these are:

Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can't live Without It

Overcoming Thyroid Disorders

The Miracle of Natural Hormones

If you prefer to use the potassium iodide then just buy some SSKI (Saturated Solution of Potassium Iodide) from the health shop or from ebay.com and take one drop of SSKI in water or juice twice a day. One drop of SSKI is equivalent to 25 mgs of iodide. Therefore 2 drops is 50 mgs which is the minimum dose you should be taking for hypothyroid. Always take the iodine/iodide companion nutrients if you take this as a supplement to avoid problems.

Personally, I would rather take either lugol's iodine or Iodoral (LI in a pill) for thyroid problems because it does much more than just iodide alone. Iodide is a very useful antioxidant that is needed for absorption by the thyroid gland. Lugol's Iodine contains iodide and elemental iodine that react together in solution to also produce Tri-iodide(same as nascent iodine) in this reaction:

I₂ + I^- « » I^3-

And as you can see, lugol's iodine contains all three useful forms iodide/iodine/triiodide, which is much more beneficial for the whole body's absorption of iodine(not just for the thyroid).

If you have your thyroid checked by the doc then do not have the TSH test -- this test is very inaccurate because it only checks T4 levels(inactive form). Get the Free T3/Free T4 blood check for a more accurate check of your thyroid hormone levels. Insist on this from your doctor. If you doctor won't do the Free T3/Free T4 test then find another doctor or naturopath that will do it.

If you supplement iodine then you should also avoid all foods containing dairy and soy -- calcium and soy are goitrogens that tend to inhibit the absorption of iodine into the body and the cells.

What might also help you is to have a hair analysis(not expensive). This will tell you exactly what minerals you are lacking in diet and will also tell you what heavy metals and other poisons like chlorine, fluorine and bromine that you have in excess in your body(which are detrimental to the thyroid gland). This will allow you to more fine tune your protocols to address these mineral deficiencies and other problems concerning chelation and removal of excess heavy metals and halides in the body."

12/03/2013: Dee from Melbourne: "HI Mama to Many. First of all thank you so much for responding me I always read your posts on this site . They are all so useful and I cannot Belive that somebody I adore responded me.. I will definately try liquid pottasium iodide with selenium (can I eat 3 brazil nuts instead selenium pill) and b complex as you suggested.

Am lacking iron (stopped taking iron tablets now sick of taking them) and b12 (taking shots regularly) and vitamin d too. And I am vegetarian not vegan. Its feel so good that somebody lives so far understood my pain and took some time out to respond me back. Thank you so much!!! Am not feeling alone now. Take care."

12/03/2013: Dee from Melbourne: "Dear Bill, thank you million for all the information you shared. I will go for a tFfree t3 and t4 test and also hair analysis test too . And also thank u So much for all the info regarding iodine and how to take it.. Am on the path to heal my self naturally . Your time and support means a lot to me.. This site is amazing!!!! I put my husband on ACV for his allergies issue and heseems to start believing in natural products now.. Thank again. God bless you!!!"

12/04/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Dee,

Hi again! Regarding using Brazil nuts instead of a Selenium supplement, I think that is a good idea. Whenever possible, I like to get the needed nutrients from food. Then they are perfectly balanced with other needed nutrients. I think the recommendation for Brazil nuts is 1 or 2 nuts a day (ideally, one and a half! )

Have you considered Blackstrap Molasses for your iron? It has helped me greatly with pregnancy related anemia. It is wonderfully nutritious. I once saw a naturopath who put almost all of her patients on Blackstrap. She must have seen great results from it. (1 Tablespoon per day.)

Keep us posted on your progress! God bless you!

~Mama to Many~"

12/03/2013: Jen from United States: "Can you use the hydrogen peroxide tampon solution even if you aren't on your period? If so how long do you keep it in for?"

12/04/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Jen,

Yes, you can use a tampon any time of the month for medicinal purposes. I wouldn't leave it in for longer than a 2-4 hours.

~Mama to Many~"

12/03/2013: Theresa from Mpls., Mn: "Hey Bella!

What worked for ME was chiropractic adjustments. If you have tried *everything*, then its something to consider."

12/03/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Bella: I had headaches too. Brain cells need more fuel than regular cells. I take 600g raw carbs daily from honey, whole sugar, organic fruits, and activated barley. Brain cells need neurotransmitters. Raw proteins from whey, hawaiin spirulina, dessicated liver, and cocoa powders make the best. High mountain cold water extracted shilajit, skate liver oil, and maca are also good. Marine phytoplankton liquid, the expensive one, is the only food that detoxes and energizes the back of the brain where the seat of the emotions are located. Watch raw food and superfood videos for good info."

12/04/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Bella: I suppose you must be experiencing bad side effects from the sumatryptan. The closest natural substance chemically similar to s is 5HTP. Take 50mg 5HTP before retiring every evening. It seems logical to reduce the s proly 50% (if you have tabs a pill splitter will work fine) while taking 5HTP.

Have you tried brain-specific antioxidants like Chinese Skullcap and Gingko biloba?? I would also recommend Magnet Therapy over the entire skull. A strong magnet like a music speaker mag will work well. Do this about 15-30 min daily for a few weeks. Herbs like White Oak Bark, Buthchers Broom, and Horse Chesnut are indicated in vacular disorders as they strengthen the vascular. Vit-C w/ added Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex also helps veins."

12/04/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Bella from NY,

Re your migraines:

I've had them since I was about 16 years old. At that time was and continued to be under great stress. (Like most people.) My own migraine issue has caused me to be especially interested in cures.

Studied a great deal on migraines and conclude this: There is the "classic migraine" which manifests with blurred vision (the aura) and light sensitivity culminating in nausea and the headache lasting any length of time...as long as three days.

Many people have what they call migraines but in fact are not the classic form. Look for light sensitivity and narrowing vision when the migraine sets in. Then nausea.

There is a distinct and genetically driven personality type who is susceptible to CLASSIC migraines. When under great and or continued stress their body will quickly utilize and use up the B complex in their system especially niacin, B-3.

At that point there is a capillary collapse in the temporal region that especially effects the eyes. After first studying this phenomenon I realized that extra supplements of B-3 might forestall the migraines. And the niacin did work. I learned to take enough B-3 to barely be "flushed" and I'd know my system had sufficient B-3 to keep the migraines away. The B-3 was working to keep the capillaries dilated.

This worked for decades with me. But dealing with the flushing balance is a bit frustrating, requiring a needed "flush" at least once a week to make sure enough B-3 was present in my system. Then, about 15 years ago I read about the herb "feverfew." And to my delight I found that feverfew, if I take two a day, four or five times weekly will do the same as B-3.

If I run out of feverfew for a month or two, suddenly, I'm hit with a migraine.

Now that is the "classic" migraine description (aura/light sensitivity, nausea) and the theory that vitamin B-3 depletion is the (immediate) cause of the capillary collapse resulting in the attack.

There is another kind of continuous headache called cluster headaches and I have no experience on whether the same causative issues are at work there and whether using B-3 or feverfew might benefit those suffers.

There is a third kind of often occurring headache. More malevolent even than classic migraines. These might have developed after severe infection, typically to the upper regions of the body. That type of "migraine" (not Classic Migraine) might be caused by the virus migrating into the brain (viral meningitis) being the result. DMSO mixed 50/50 with Colloidal Silver and applied three times in a month would show the sufferer if the Silver might be working to kill the virus if indeed viral meningitis is the cause of that particular continuous headache. The application of the DMSO/ CS mix is topical to back of neck as a poultice using white paper towels (somewhat soaked). If this is going to work, a good indication would be that after the second application the sufferer will feel less nausea, be able to walk better without as much vertigo and will feel a surge of energy. Much more on this in other posts I've written on same subject here in EC.

Another kind of headache...neck injury and a chiropractor might be able to help. Be careful for the ones I call "neck twisters." In cases where the neck is hurt, usually the vertebrae (or muscles) will be bulging to one side of neck and pain will radiate down side of neck causing numbness often to hand on the injured side, causing neck and shoulder stiffness. Headaches will be common in this kind of condition because often the blood will be cut off from the base of the skull, and the brain will be deprived of oxygen. I said be careful for "neck twisters" which is where the Chiropractor puts you on your back and takes your head in his hands and twists, popping the vertebra. I believe this is counter productive in the long run IF YOU HAVE A CHRONIC condition. Rather, look for a chiropractor who will place you FACE DOWN and using what is called the "Pierce technique" adjust against the vertebra's bulging direction. This is "mechanics" when you think about it. If you can feel the vertebra coming bulging to the left in your neck (say C-1 or C-2) it makes no sense to twist the HEAD. No, instead the Chiropractor should be using a vibration machine for adjusting "against" the bulging vertebra. Using either a drop table (the drop is about one quarter of an inch, not much but enough to get the vertebra re aligned with the spine) or a hand held mechanism the result is better than the "twist" technique for long term results. One last thing, don't overlook the condition called "military neck' which is the loss of curvature in the neck around C-2 and C-3. This comes usually from reading a great deal. In that case, the Chiropractor puts the patient face down and the adjustment is straight down with the drop table. This can bring almost instant curvature back to the neck...in just a few adjustments. X-Ray comparison is remarkable.

But you must call to different Chiropractors to ask specifically how they adjust. Look for one that uses the Pierce technique...or ask if the Doctor uses a drop table where he presses against the impaired side of neck."

12/04/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Bella,

I will add a couple of more thoughts to the excellent suggestions I have already seen come through. I would seriously consider each of them. There are so many different causes of headaches. All of these ideas will help you to leave no stone unturned in your quest for a solution.

I have family members that have had migraine relief from taking feverfew daily as a preventative. I myself have been relieved of headaches from going to a good chiropractor.

Herbalist Rachel Weaver cites two common sources of headaches that seem too simple...dehydration and/or constipation. She recommends for a headache to drink a tall glass of water with a pinch of sea salt in it. Better yet, just be sure to be getting plenty of water (a pinch of sea salt is a great addition to that.) Regarding the constipation, if your system is not eliminating toxins daily, you can get all kinds of symptoms, including headaches. If this is an issue for you, do look at the constipation solutions on Earth Clinic.

Do you have chronic sinus infections? How is your diet?

Do you have dental issues? Mercury fillings or root canals? Sometimes these things are linked to headaches. (Mercury fillings from the toxicity of mercury and root canals because sometimes there is an underlying infection that cannot get out.)

Please let us know what you try and what helps. I hope you find relief soon. I am sorry you have had to deal with this for so long. I am praying for wisdom and relief for you.

~Mama to Many~"

12/05/2013: Sandra from Media, Pa: "Ever consider you might be GLUTEN SENSITIVE? I have been hearing a lot about the connection to migraines. I don't experience these myself, but it's part of every gluten book and post I've read. One thing you could do is find a FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE doctor and get tested. Google the Functional Medicine Institute for a doc in your area. There should be a directory. I know a conventional doc probably won't administer this type of test. I believe it measures your anti-bodies specific reaction to gluten. Good Luck!!"

12/03/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "Hello Joanne,

Thank you for commenting on Dec 3 EC Newsletter.

You ask about making your own CS. And it's a good idea to get the 27 volt battery generator...cost about 70 dollars bought on line. Google "economical colloidal silver generator" or words to that effect and you should find a reasonably priced CS maker. If you anticipate using a lot of CS then the purchase of a generator of your own is a wise investment. My original one I bought 20 years ago is still working. The thin silver strands are still producing CS all these years later. I've had to replace batteries 5 or 6 times but the silver strands last and last (because so LITTLE silver is being used) with each production. I just add twenty grains of sea salt to two cups of charcoal purified water...heated to 90 degrees. Insert silver strands plugged into the battery power of course and instantly you will see the cloud coming off the negative pole in the water. In four or five minutes the cups of water are saturated with a lovely cloud of "whitish" infiltration; that white cloud is silver atoms. Now, dilute in a large container until you can no longer see the presence of the silver and cannot taste any metallic. You have a few gallons of water at that point....but with silver atoms. That is what you use to kill viruses. That is CS."

12/03/2013: Matto from Fort Davis, Tx: "Thanks, Dave. I really know this will help. When I was a boy, I would go to gramma's, and could taste the silver (cutlery); I could also taste the metal in the water fountain. Best, Matto"

12/04/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Malto,

Thanks for your comment. The best and sometimes most interesting "thoughts" of my life are about my grandparents. So much wisdom and folk remedies have been forgotten in the last one hundred years.

Regards, Dave"

12/04/2013: Jeff from Nashville,Tn: "Colloidal Silver is a wonderful thing. I have tried several ways to make CS. You really do not need to heat the water and it is not recommended to add salt. Aeration with a small aquarium pump will accomplish the same thing and yield a clean batch. Go with a 24Volt transformer. The best source for kits and advice I personally use can be found if you Google "colloidalsilverhowto"."

05/05/2013: Timh from Louisville, Ky, Usa: "Into It: Begin by eating Pineapple during or after the red meat meal. If this isn't enough, u can purchase and take "Papaya Tablets" after the meal. This should get u back in the game."

05/06/2013: Kathy from the USA: "Boy, "Into It", can I relate to you. My husband and I were big red meat eaters. We tried the "free-range" for a very short time but long enough to become aware it was affecting our kidneys/bladder making it more difficult and painful to urinate. The reason beef is getting harder to digest is because the cattle are being fed grains and grasses that have been genetically modified to be drought and disease resistant and to last longer. In fact, all the critters we eat, get milk and eggs from are being fed this way and each year it is getting worse. Some of the meat is being cloned. I noticed the chicken and eggs contributing to incontinence. Reducing consumption is the key and we've not had as much of the problem.

If you have to have burgers, purchase a small roast and have it ground.

Fresh pineapple contains bromelain (the core) that the canned does not. This is what is needed for digestion. I slice the pineapple in half lengthwise and make 1/4-1/2 inch slices then cut that into pie-shaped wedges so that a small wedge of the core is in each slice. It is hard but easier to chew up with the rest of the slice. It is so good, I ate too much and my mouth became a little sore so you do have to be careful of that too."

05/06/2013: Oscar from Syracuse, New York, Usa: "Listen to what Kathy from Sadville USA has to say about ground beef, hamburger, whatever you wish to call it.

What she says is very important. What is commonly sold as ground beef, hamburger is made up of at times hundreds of different animals. Also often includes dated ground beef and the flesh of DOWNER animals. Animals that were diseased and never fit to be sold as food. There is a disease that is untreatable and always fatal associated with hamburger. It is a big secret the FDA under reports or never reports. It is called MAD COW DISEASE. There is NO treatment for it.

So, like Susan says: If you insist on eating ground beef make very sure it is from one and only one animal. NOT the stuff sold in ALL grocery stores. They have NO reliable record of the source of this ground beef....Oscar"

05/06/2013: Kathy from the USA: "Hi again, Into It--If you are able to find bison that has not been confined in fields infiltrated with GMO's that is an excellent source of meat. It's too expensive for us but it is good. Thanks for your support Oscar. I don't know how to get in touch with you any other way than to provide you with my email the way EC suggested to post it: kmenard3(at) verizon (dot) net."

05/07/2013: Into It from Belleville, Mi, USA: "Kathy thanks for the info, I will try the pineapple. I have barbeque to attend shortly... I will let you know the outcome."

12/02/2013: Selini from Florida: "Why or WHY do you people just have to have meat??? My god, they eat 20 lbs of carcass every day in this country *USA*, , , and unless you are eating strictly organic, and hopefully non-GMO, WITHOUT THE MEAT, , , well, let's just ask, do you wonder why everyone in the USA is literally dying of Cancer every day?? They have poisoned the entire food supply for MONEY, GREED and if you don't take your health into your own hands and eliminate what needs to be eliminated *such as MEAT and animal products*, , well then you will suffer the consequences. Sorry, but it boggles the mind how the population at large in the USA is so dumbed down…stuffing their faces with McDonalds and all other kinds of filth (also found in regular supermarkets) and wonder why they have a myriad of health issues….including CANCER EVERYWHERE!!! You don't HAVE TO HAVE meat or animal products…you choose!!!!!!!!"

12/02/2013: Om from Hope, Bc, Canada: "Selini from Florida. Thank you for your courageous post on meat eating. I have often been tempted to write on this as well as I cannot understand how one can have good health by eating a carcass and become a walking cemetery. It is after all taking in the energy of death. Why is the bull so strong? He is a vegetarian. The subtle part of suffering torture does go into one's psychological make up. The milk of cows is poisoned not only from all the drugs added but because the cow mothers know when their child is being bludgeoned to death . Many children born in this time are natural vegetarians even if the family is not. Is this not surprising?

This world will not change unless there is reverence for all life. Even the vultures die from ingesting human corpses in India, as people take pharmaceutical drugs that have a poisonous effect, ultimately on the entire planet. That is, vultures become scarce.

To take the life of an innocent animal is tantamount of blatand savagery. Thus we have wars, epidemics, murder and irreverence for sacred life. Only HE can give and take life.

Hence the powers that manage the huge numbers of degenerate diseases, thereby becoming immensely rich, which creates a pathological condition of non caring and living on the misery of the afflicted. But every single human has a conscience. We cannot change others except ourselves. As you eat so you think. Love, Om"

12/03/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Om and Selini, just wondering about plant "life". I believe science has proven that plants "feel". If that's true, then what IS a human to eat?? I guess each person's religious/scientific/whatever belief is the guide."

12/03/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Om and Selini, just wondering about plant "life". I believe science has proven that plants "feel". If that's true, then what IS a human to eat?? I guess each person's religious/scientific/whatever belief is the guide."

12/04/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "I like the Native American Indian mentality on this issue. The meat of Fish, Deer, Bison, to-mention-a-few was critical to their survival, BUT (for many or most tribes) the attitude wasn't one of pleasure at killing (which is the real sin and source of bad karma), it was one of reverence and thanks to the gods and provider spirits. Often, when I eat meat (which is almost daily) I give thanks to the creature for the sacrifice of it's life so that I may live. To further legitimize meat-eating, one should live and honest, just, and grateful life that leads to religious or higher consciousness. Human's eating meat not as in pride at being the top predator, but as a vehicle of higher or divine consciousness. Being proactive in environmental & wildlife conservation is also a method of reverence & gratitude to the sanctity of the creatures."

12/03/2013: Theresa from Mpls., Mn: "Hey Bella!

What worked for ME was chiropractic adjustments. If you have tried *everything*, then its something to consider."

12/03/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Bella: I had headaches too. Brain cells need more fuel than regular cells. I take 600g raw carbs daily from honey, whole sugar, organic fruits, and activated barley. Brain cells need neurotransmitters. Raw proteins from whey, hawaiin spirulina, dessicated liver, and cocoa powders make the best. High mountain cold water extracted shilajit, skate liver oil, and maca are also good. Marine phytoplankton liquid, the expensive one, is the only food that detoxes and energizes the back of the brain where the seat of the emotions are located. Watch raw food and superfood videos for good info."

12/04/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Bella: I suppose you must be experiencing bad side effects from the sumatryptan. The closest natural substance chemically similar to s is 5HTP. Take 50mg 5HTP before retiring every evening. It seems logical to reduce the s proly 50% (if you have tabs a pill splitter will work fine) while taking 5HTP.

Have you tried brain-specific antioxidants like Chinese Skullcap and Gingko biloba?? I would also recommend Magnet Therapy over the entire skull. A strong magnet like a music speaker mag will work well. Do this about 15-30 min daily for a few weeks. Herbs like White Oak Bark, Buthchers Broom, and Horse Chesnut are indicated in vacular disorders as they strengthen the vascular. Vit-C w/ added Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex also helps veins."

12/04/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Bella from NY,

Re your migraines:

I've had them since I was about 16 years old. At that time was and continued to be under great stress. (Like most people.) My own migraine issue has caused me to be especially interested in cures.

Studied a great deal on migraines and conclude this: There is the "classic migraine" which manifests with blurred vision (the aura) and light sensitivity culminating in nausea and the headache lasting any length of time...as long as three days.

Many people have what they call migraines but in fact are not the classic form. Look for light sensitivity and narrowing vision when the migraine sets in. Then nausea.

There is a distinct and genetically driven personality type who is susceptible to CLASSIC migraines. When under great and or continued stress their body will quickly utilize and use up the B complex in their system especially niacin, B-3.

At that point there is a capillary collapse in the temporal region that especially effects the eyes. After first studying this phenomenon I realized that extra supplements of B-3 might forestall the migraines. And the niacin did work. I learned to take enough B-3 to barely be "flushed" and I'd know my system had sufficient B-3 to keep the migraines away. The B-3 was working to keep the capillaries dilated.

This worked for decades with me. But dealing with the flushing balance is a bit frustrating, requiring a needed "flush" at least once a week to make sure enough B-3 was present in my system. Then, about 15 years ago I read about the herb "feverfew." And to my delight I found that feverfew, if I take two a day, four or five times weekly will do the same as B-3.

If I run out of feverfew for a month or two, suddenly, I'm hit with a migraine.

Now that is the "classic" migraine description (aura/light sensitivity, nausea) and the theory that vitamin B-3 depletion is the (immediate) cause of the capillary collapse resulting in the attack.

There is another kind of continuous headache called cluster headaches and I have no experience on whether the same causative issues are at work there and whether using B-3 or feverfew might benefit those suffers.

There is a third kind of often occurring headache. More malevolent even than classic migraines. These might have developed after severe infection, typically to the upper regions of the body. That type of "migraine" (not Classic Migraine) might be caused by the virus migrating into the brain (viral meningitis) being the result. DMSO mixed 50/50 with Colloidal Silver and applied three times in a month would show the sufferer if the Silver might be working to kill the virus if indeed viral meningitis is the cause of that particular continuous headache. The application of the DMSO/ CS mix is topical to back of neck as a poultice using white paper towels (somewhat soaked). If this is going to work, a good indication would be that after the second application the sufferer will feel less nausea, be able to walk better without as much vertigo and will feel a surge of energy. Much more on this in other posts I've written on same subject here in EC.

Another kind of headache...neck injury and a chiropractor might be able to help. Be careful for the ones I call "neck twisters." In cases where the neck is hurt, usually the vertebrae (or muscles) will be bulging to one side of neck and pain will radiate down side of neck causing numbness often to hand on the injured side, causing neck and shoulder stiffness. Headaches will be common in this kind of condition because often the blood will be cut off from the base of the skull, and the brain will be deprived of oxygen. I said be careful for "neck twisters" which is where the Chiropractor puts you on your back and takes your head in his hands and twists, popping the vertebra. I believe this is counter productive in the long run IF YOU HAVE A CHRONIC condition. Rather, look for a chiropractor who will place you FACE DOWN and using what is called the "Pierce technique" adjust against the vertebra's bulging direction. This is "mechanics" when you think about it. If you can feel the vertebra coming bulging to the left in your neck (say C-1 or C-2) it makes no sense to twist the HEAD. No, instead the Chiropractor should be using a vibration machine for adjusting "against" the bulging vertebra. Using either a drop table (the drop is about one quarter of an inch, not much but enough to get the vertebra re aligned with the spine) or a hand held mechanism the result is better than the "twist" technique for long term results. One last thing, don't overlook the condition called "military neck' which is the loss of curvature in the neck around C-2 and C-3. This comes usually from reading a great deal. In that case, the Chiropractor puts the patient face down and the adjustment is straight down with the drop table. This can bring almost instant curvature back to the neck...in just a few adjustments. X-Ray comparison is remarkable.

But you must call to different Chiropractors to ask specifically how they adjust. Look for one that uses the Pierce technique...or ask if the Doctor uses a drop table where he presses against the impaired side of neck."

12/04/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Bella,

I will add a couple of more thoughts to the excellent suggestions I have already seen come through. I would seriously consider each of them. There are so many different causes of headaches. All of these ideas will help you to leave no stone unturned in your quest for a solution.

I have family members that have had migraine relief from taking feverfew daily as a preventative. I myself have been relieved of headaches from going to a good chiropractor.

Herbalist Rachel Weaver cites two common sources of headaches that seem too simple...dehydration and/or constipation. She recommends for a headache to drink a tall glass of water with a pinch of sea salt in it. Better yet, just be sure to be getting plenty of water (a pinch of sea salt is a great addition to that.) Regarding the constipation, if your system is not eliminating toxins daily, you can get all kinds of symptoms, including headaches. If this is an issue for you, do look at the constipation solutions on Earth Clinic.

Do you have chronic sinus infections? How is your diet?

Do you have dental issues? Mercury fillings or root canals? Sometimes these things are linked to headaches. (Mercury fillings from the toxicity of mercury and root canals because sometimes there is an underlying infection that cannot get out.)

Please let us know what you try and what helps. I hope you find relief soon. I am sorry you have had to deal with this for so long. I am praying for wisdom and relief for you.

~Mama to Many~"

12/05/2013: Sandra from Media, Pa: "Ever consider you might be GLUTEN SENSITIVE? I have been hearing a lot about the connection to migraines. I don't experience these myself, but it's part of every gluten book and post I've read. One thing you could do is find a FUNCTIONAL MEDICINE doctor and get tested. Google the Functional Medicine Institute for a doc in your area. There should be a directory. I know a conventional doc probably won't administer this type of test. I believe it measures your anti-bodies specific reaction to gluten. Good Luck!!"

12/03/2013: Allie from California: "Hi Rick,

I started out taking a multi vitamin, then added 2000 mg of C, then L-Lysine, then Glucosamine/Chondroiin. I was up to 9 pills a day. I was spending a ridiculous amount of money... and I didn't feel really any different.

Try using ONLY extra virgin cold pressed coconut oil!! Take a moment and look up all the wonderful health benefits of coconut oil, as this will help you determine the best way to use it for you (really quite amazing stuff) It is wonderful to cook with, so your wife can start with coconut oil in the pan. you can also use a tsp. in your coffee every day! It will lower your bad cholesterol and raise your good. It is also wonderful for keeping your body hydrated from the inside out (or from the outside in as it makes for a wonderful skin moisturizer). Sometimes its good to wipe the slate clean and start with one thing at a time (unless it's prescribed by your doctor) Try it for at least 3 weeks. see if you notice a change (other than the extra change in your pocket! ) Please check with your doctor. Banana's are also sometimes good for leg cramps (potassium)"

12/04/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Rick: If all these good things you're doing isn't working, you may want to try a gallbladder cleanse as gallstones will not allow the liver to properly metabolize cholesterol. If you do remove a bunch of gallstones (which are mostly ldl cholesterol accumulated), you can expect a significant drop in ldl. After this, take triple strength lecithin to prevent any more cholesterol gallstone formation."

12/03/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Many people come to earth clinic after they realize the side effects from Statin drugs. Still the lies about cholesterol and heart disease are still lodged deeply in their minds. If they take the time to research heart disease, they will realize that addressing the cholesterol does not address heart disease. They will also realize that they wasted their time and neglected more important things regarding heart disease and health. They will also realize that you can eat as much cholesterol as you want and still have a healthy heart."

12/04/2013: Jillery from North America: "I brought down my cholesterol from 298 to 178 within a month by: taking 2T of metamucil and 2T of granular lethicin 2-3 times a day, also a few good multi vits/minerals-- my doc was amazed but she only focused on the metamucil and not the lethicin. Hope this is a help to you."

12/04/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Why is taking down your cholesterol important? Studies have shown that cholesterol level does not make one more or less prone to heart attacks. People with low cholesterol get heart attacks as much as people that have high cholesterol."

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "Why trying to get my cholesterol levels down? Because I want to, that's why. Why do you bother to ask? You don't see any problem with cholesterol, so you don't want to lower it. I do want to lower mine. I don't owe you a reason why. If you don't have anything to offer, why bother posting?"

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "To Jillery: Thank you for the suggestions. I had heard of using metamucil but had forgotten it. I have lecithin granules, Been using them as a thickener, but will start adding it to my foods."

12/07/2013: Happy from Up The Creek In Wv, Usa: "Prioris from Fl: You are correct. The clinical trial that is used to falsely assert that high cholesterol is connected to heart problems actually proves that there is no such correlation. Anyone can read the study and see this fact for themselves. The cholesterol mania was just a fear campaign. A conspiracy to defraud the public. A treason against the citizens.

You are entirely correct to point this out to anyone who is worried about their cholesterol numbers.... Even if they do not appreciate it now, they hopefully will later, when they are able to see more clearly what kind of mental prison the conspirators have put them in. Carry on."

12/08/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Happy and Prioris: You are right. A good liver makes good cholestrol that stays in suspension. A bad liver makes bad cholestrol that oxidizes and solidifies."

12/03/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "Hello Joanne,

Thank you for commenting on Dec 3 EC Newsletter.

You ask about making your own CS. And it's a good idea to get the 27 volt battery generator...cost about 70 dollars bought on line. Google "economical colloidal silver generator" or words to that effect and you should find a reasonably priced CS maker. If you anticipate using a lot of CS then the purchase of a generator of your own is a wise investment. My original one I bought 20 years ago is still working. The thin silver strands are still producing CS all these years later. I've had to replace batteries 5 or 6 times but the silver strands last and last (because so LITTLE silver is being used) with each production. I just add twenty grains of sea salt to two cups of charcoal purified water...heated to 90 degrees. Insert silver strands plugged into the battery power of course and instantly you will see the cloud coming off the negative pole in the water. In four or five minutes the cups of water are saturated with a lovely cloud of "whitish" infiltration; that white cloud is silver atoms. Now, dilute in a large container until you can no longer see the presence of the silver and cannot taste any metallic. You have a few gallons of water at that point....but with silver atoms. That is what you use to kill viruses. That is CS."

12/03/2013: Matto from Fort Davis, Tx: "Thanks, Dave. I really know this will help. When I was a boy, I would go to gramma's, and could taste the silver (cutlery); I could also taste the metal in the water fountain. Best, Matto"

12/04/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Malto,

Thanks for your comment. The best and sometimes most interesting "thoughts" of my life are about my grandparents. So much wisdom and folk remedies have been forgotten in the last one hundred years.

Regards, Dave"

12/04/2013: Jeff from Nashville,Tn: "Colloidal Silver is a wonderful thing. I have tried several ways to make CS. You really do not need to heat the water and it is not recommended to add salt. Aeration with a small aquarium pump will accomplish the same thing and yield a clean batch. Go with a 24Volt transformer. The best source for kits and advice I personally use can be found if you Google "colloidalsilverhowto"."

12/03/2013: Allie from California: "Hi Rick,

I started out taking a multi vitamin, then added 2000 mg of C, then L-Lysine, then Glucosamine/Chondroiin. I was up to 9 pills a day. I was spending a ridiculous amount of money... and I didn't feel really any different.

Try using ONLY extra virgin cold pressed coconut oil!! Take a moment and look up all the wonderful health benefits of coconut oil, as this will help you determine the best way to use it for you (really quite amazing stuff) It is wonderful to cook with, so your wife can start with coconut oil in the pan. you can also use a tsp. in your coffee every day! It will lower your bad cholesterol and raise your good. It is also wonderful for keeping your body hydrated from the inside out (or from the outside in as it makes for a wonderful skin moisturizer). Sometimes its good to wipe the slate clean and start with one thing at a time (unless it's prescribed by your doctor) Try it for at least 3 weeks. see if you notice a change (other than the extra change in your pocket! ) Please check with your doctor. Banana's are also sometimes good for leg cramps (potassium)"

12/04/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Rick: If all these good things you're doing isn't working, you may want to try a gallbladder cleanse as gallstones will not allow the liver to properly metabolize cholesterol. If you do remove a bunch of gallstones (which are mostly ldl cholesterol accumulated), you can expect a significant drop in ldl. After this, take triple strength lecithin to prevent any more cholesterol gallstone formation."

12/03/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Many people come to earth clinic after they realize the side effects from Statin drugs. Still the lies about cholesterol and heart disease are still lodged deeply in their minds. If they take the time to research heart disease, they will realize that addressing the cholesterol does not address heart disease. They will also realize that they wasted their time and neglected more important things regarding heart disease and health. They will also realize that you can eat as much cholesterol as you want and still have a healthy heart."

12/04/2013: Jillery from North America: "I brought down my cholesterol from 298 to 178 within a month by: taking 2T of metamucil and 2T of granular lethicin 2-3 times a day, also a few good multi vits/minerals-- my doc was amazed but she only focused on the metamucil and not the lethicin. Hope this is a help to you."

12/04/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Why is taking down your cholesterol important? Studies have shown that cholesterol level does not make one more or less prone to heart attacks. People with low cholesterol get heart attacks as much as people that have high cholesterol."

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "Why trying to get my cholesterol levels down? Because I want to, that's why. Why do you bother to ask? You don't see any problem with cholesterol, so you don't want to lower it. I do want to lower mine. I don't owe you a reason why. If you don't have anything to offer, why bother posting?"

12/04/2013: Rick Davis from Va: "To Jillery: Thank you for the suggestions. I had heard of using metamucil but had forgotten it. I have lecithin granules, Been using them as a thickener, but will start adding it to my foods."

12/07/2013: Happy from Up The Creek In Wv, Usa: "Prioris from Fl: You are correct. The clinical trial that is used to falsely assert that high cholesterol is connected to heart problems actually proves that there is no such correlation. Anyone can read the study and see this fact for themselves. The cholesterol mania was just a fear campaign. A conspiracy to defraud the public. A treason against the citizens.

You are entirely correct to point this out to anyone who is worried about their cholesterol numbers.... Even if they do not appreciate it now, they hopefully will later, when they are able to see more clearly what kind of mental prison the conspirators have put them in. Carry on."

12/08/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Happy and Prioris: You are right. A good liver makes good cholestrol that stays in suspension. A bad liver makes bad cholestrol that oxidizes and solidifies."

12/02/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Evie, I'm no expert, but my thought would be to "exercise" it by doing some form of regular daily breathing exercises."

12/02/2013: Steve from Las Vegas: "You might want to investigate chiropractic as an option. Sometimes these issues can be caused by a pinched nerve which chiropractors specialize in relieving."

12/02/2013: Lloyd from Charlotte, Nc: "Hello Evie,

Re Paralyzed diaphragm,

Couple of observations: If the onset was sudden and painful following lifting something, or cutting grass etc, likely a rib is out and pinching nerve on the "paralyzed' side. Lots of pain if that is the cause.

If the onset was gradual following a lung infection...or any bronchial issue, the condition is caused by a virus infecting the nerves on that side of the diaphragm.

Do either of these ring a bell?

If so, then I can give you some ideas for healing.

dave"

12/03/2013: Evie from West Monroe, Louisiana: "I have bronchitis every fall, developed into pneumonia last December. Seems to begin from allergies and settles in my lungs. Pulmonary specialist ask me if I had been in any car wrecks, which I have, probably 30 years ago. I guess he thinks I had a nerve damaged from seatbelt. I also have sleep apnea. Breathing has become more difficult over the years, least bit of exercise or exertion leaves me winded. Anything you know of to help me would be greatly appreciated."

12/03/2013: Evie from West Monroe, Louisiana: "Theresa: Thanks, I hadn't thought of a Chiropractor."

12/04/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Evie, read up on h2o2 inhalation or other methods of application."

12/08/2013: Evie from West Monroe, La: "Dave, What are your suggestions for paralyzed diaphragm? I have given you a little of my medical history, that I believe could have contributed to the condition."

12/08/2013: Lloyd from Charlotte: "Evie,

Based on what you said about the infection coming every fall and this last settled in your lungs...sounds more like infection than a rib out. But your coughing could also cause the rib to be out so the chiropractor suggestion is not to be ignored. But the underlying cause appears to be infection. Have you ever used an inhaler? I'd use colloidal silver in the inhaler twice a day, about five minutes each use for a week. If it seems to help keep up the regimen for another week. Repeat if improved because it is obvious that the problem is bacteria or virus."

12/08/2013: Evie from West Monroe, La: "Have never used an inhaler. Will you give me instructions and quantities you use?"

12/02/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Evie, I'm no expert, but my thought would be to "exercise" it by doing some form of regular daily breathing exercises."

12/02/2013: Steve from Las Vegas: "You might want to investigate chiropractic as an option. Sometimes these issues can be caused by a pinched nerve which chiropractors specialize in relieving."

12/02/2013: Lloyd from Charlotte, Nc: "Hello Evie,

Re Paralyzed diaphragm,

Couple of observations: If the onset was sudden and painful following lifting something, or cutting grass etc, likely a rib is out and pinching nerve on the "paralyzed' side. Lots of pain if that is the cause.

If the onset was gradual following a lung infection...or any bronchial issue, the condition is caused by a virus infecting the nerves on that side of the diaphragm.

Do either of these ring a bell?

If so, then I can give you some ideas for healing.

dave"

12/03/2013: Evie from West Monroe, Louisiana: "I have bronchitis every fall, developed into pneumonia last December. Seems to begin from allergies and settles in my lungs. Pulmonary specialist ask me if I had been in any car wrecks, which I have, probably 30 years ago. I guess he thinks I had a nerve damaged from seatbelt. I also have sleep apnea. Breathing has become more difficult over the years, least bit of exercise or exertion leaves me winded. Anything you know of to help me would be greatly appreciated."

12/03/2013: Evie from West Monroe, Louisiana: "Theresa: Thanks, I hadn't thought of a Chiropractor."

12/04/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Evie, read up on h2o2 inhalation or other methods of application."

12/08/2013: Evie from West Monroe, La: "Dave, What are your suggestions for paralyzed diaphragm? I have given you a little of my medical history, that I believe could have contributed to the condition."

12/08/2013: Lloyd from Charlotte: "Evie,

Based on what you said about the infection coming every fall and this last settled in your lungs...sounds more like infection than a rib out. But your coughing could also cause the rib to be out so the chiropractor suggestion is not to be ignored. But the underlying cause appears to be infection. Have you ever used an inhaler? I'd use colloidal silver in the inhaler twice a day, about five minutes each use for a week. If it seems to help keep up the regimen for another week. Repeat if improved because it is obvious that the problem is bacteria or virus."

12/08/2013: Evie from West Monroe, La: "Have never used an inhaler. Will you give me instructions and quantities you use?"

08/14/2012: Janice from Niceville, Fl: "There is a product called Miracle Mineral Solution. From what I understand it will cure your problems. At least I have read testimonies to that fact as I have not had that problem myself but have used it for other issues. There are also utube videos & Jim Humble has a book out on this product."

04/01/2013: Lindsay from Koh Samui, Thailand: "One thing for starters would be to build up your immune system with a healthy diet of fresh veg nuts seeds flaxseed Oil, Coconut Oil, and eliminate all processed, fried, and sweet foods. Freshly made veg juice is a great way to nourish your body.

Also take a few tablespoons of Apple Cider Vinegar and a 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda a day ... Mixed with whatever liquid you need to get it down( water or carrot juice works for me )..... This will help to alkalise your body which is v impt in fighting the virus'. For your hep C Selenium and Milk Thistle and Aplha Lipoic Acid have had good results. Do some googling for dosages and testimonials.

This is all my laymans' advice - for more specific advice Ted is a good source... as is this website.

Best of luck."

12/03/2013: Murg from Central Usa: "You might be interested to look into something called GcMAF. Cancer, HIV, viruses, and harmful bacteria produce an enzyme called nagalase which destroys the Vitamin D Binding Protein (VDP). Vitamin D activates hundreds of human genes and primes our immune system to kill infections and cancer, but only with the help of VDP. GcMAF injections and/or the probiotic yogurt made from formula MAF314 or formula MAF878 supposedly activate the macrophages and ultimately eliminate production of nagalase. Dr Marco Ruggieros pioneered MAF341 and Dr. Enland is a source of MAF878 culture starter on eBay from what I understand. There was supposed to be a Canadian study using GcMAF."

12/03/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Check out:http://www.cqs.com/aids.htm. My own study of the issue is that people who died in the US around the 80s were mostly a victim of an intentionally tainted Hepatitis B vaccine. This could be confirmed but the govt refuse to release the names of the victims who got vaccine and what they ultimately died of. They did admit that 67% of those vaccinated got AIDS and that was mid 80s but shut up after that. That itself is damning. There is lots of disinformation with health issues."

12/03/2013: Jen from United States: "Can you use the hydrogen peroxide tampon solution even if you aren't on your period? If so how long do you keep it in for?"

12/04/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Jen,

Yes, you can use a tampon any time of the month for medicinal purposes. I wouldn't leave it in for longer than a 2-4 hours.

~Mama to Many~"

12/02/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Dee,

Glad to hear that the ACV and coconut oil are helping. I find them helpful, too.

Regarding kelp versus potassium iodide....well, I have tried both in my family. The thing is that if you are truly deficient in iodine, which so many of us are, you would need a lot of kelp to get the amount needed. I don't personally notice much difference when I take kelp. But some do.

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism a few years ago. I took a very small dose of levothyroxine and it made me feel much worse. (But my doctor assured me that I was better since my labwork looked good.) Well, I ended up going off the medication and trying natural stuff. It took some time but I did find things that helped me. ACV and coconut oil being some of them. But potassium iodide made the biggest difference for me. I take Iodoral (the pill form of Lugol's.) I take 1 12.5 mg tablet a day (12.5 iodine/potassium iodide.) Iodine supplements should be taken with Selenium and B-complex. Some also include vitamin C.

If you take some time to read people's stories on Earth Clinic's Iodine page and Hypothyroid page, you can read a lot about what people do and what helps. The one thing is that different things help different people. Some feel a lot better taking iodine. Others do not.

You may find that you need less of your thyroid medicine if you supplement with iodine. It might be helpful to try Lugol's iodine (the liquid form) as it is easier to take less and build up to more.)

Keep us posted on your progress.

~Mama to Many~"

12/03/2013: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines: "Hi Dee...If you have a hypothyroid condition, then this is a condition that occurs when you have low iodine levels in the body and perhaps a lack of certain critical minerals in your body as well. Most people are low thyroid these days but if you lack certain mineral anti-oxidants in your body -- like magnesium, zinc or glutathione peroxidase -- this can even cause or aggravate hypothyroid and thyroiditis problems.

The protocol that you should be using is the full Lugol's Iodine Protocol with Companion Nutrients. Never take Lugol's Iodine just on it's own for reasons that are all explained here in this link. This link, which is a short excerpt from my book on Candida, describes, in detail, the reasons and causes for higher dose iodine problems.

If you are hypothyroid, it might also benefit you to supplement a natural bio-identical thyroid from bovine or porcine sources(such as Nature Thyroid for example) which contains real T1, T2, T3, T4 and calcitonin (hormone that controls bone formation). This form of thyroid is all natural, whereas allopathic equivalents like Synthroid only contains synthetic T4 to control the thyroid via the TSH from the Pituitary gland.

More reasons to use natural dessicated thyroid.

The Iodine Protocol with companion nutrients should definitely help to relieve your hypothyroid problems. A good series of books has been written by Dr Brownstein to help people to more understand and naturally resolve their own thyroid problems and these are:

Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can't live Without It

Overcoming Thyroid Disorders

The Miracle of Natural Hormones

If you prefer to use the potassium iodide then just buy some SSKI (Saturated Solution of Potassium Iodide) from the health shop or from ebay.com and take one drop of SSKI in water or juice twice a day. One drop of SSKI is equivalent to 25 mgs of iodide. Therefore 2 drops is 50 mgs which is the minimum dose you should be taking for hypothyroid. Always take the iodine/iodide companion nutrients if you take this as a supplement to avoid problems.

Personally, I would rather take either lugol's iodine or Iodoral (LI in a pill) for thyroid problems because it does much more than just iodide alone. Iodide is a very useful antioxidant that is needed for absorption by the thyroid gland. Lugol's Iodine contains iodide and elemental iodine that react together in solution to also produce Tri-iodide(same as nascent iodine) in this reaction:

I₂ + I^- « » I^3-

And as you can see, lugol's iodine contains all three useful forms iodide/iodine/triiodide, which is much more beneficial for the whole body's absorption of iodine(not just for the thyroid).

If you have your thyroid checked by the doc then do not have the TSH test -- this test is very inaccurate because it only checks T4 levels(inactive form). Get the Free T3/Free T4 blood check for a more accurate check of your thyroid hormone levels. Insist on this from your doctor. If you doctor won't do the Free T3/Free T4 test then find another doctor or naturopath that will do it.

If you supplement iodine then you should also avoid all foods containing dairy and soy -- calcium and soy are goitrogens that tend to inhibit the absorption of iodine into the body and the cells.

What might also help you is to have a hair analysis(not expensive). This will tell you exactly what minerals you are lacking in diet and will also tell you what heavy metals and other poisons like chlorine, fluorine and bromine that you have in excess in your body(which are detrimental to the thyroid gland). This will allow you to more fine tune your protocols to address these mineral deficiencies and other problems concerning chelation and removal of excess heavy metals and halides in the body."

12/03/2013: Dee from Melbourne: "HI Mama to Many. First of all thank you so much for responding me I always read your posts on this site . They are all so useful and I cannot Belive that somebody I adore responded me.. I will definately try liquid pottasium iodide with selenium (can I eat 3 brazil nuts instead selenium pill) and b complex as you suggested.

Am lacking iron (stopped taking iron tablets now sick of taking them) and b12 (taking shots regularly) and vitamin d too. And I am vegetarian not vegan. Its feel so good that somebody lives so far understood my pain and took some time out to respond me back. Thank you so much!!! Am not feeling alone now. Take care."

12/03/2013: Dee from Melbourne: "Dear Bill, thank you million for all the information you shared. I will go for a tFfree t3 and t4 test and also hair analysis test too . And also thank u So much for all the info regarding iodine and how to take it.. Am on the path to heal my self naturally . Your time and support means a lot to me.. This site is amazing!!!! I put my husband on ACV for his allergies issue and heseems to start believing in natural products now.. Thank again. God bless you!!!"

12/04/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Dee,

Hi again! Regarding using Brazil nuts instead of a Selenium supplement, I think that is a good idea. Whenever possible, I like to get the needed nutrients from food. Then they are perfectly balanced with other needed nutrients. I think the recommendation for Brazil nuts is 1 or 2 nuts a day (ideally, one and a half! )

Have you considered Blackstrap Molasses for your iron? It has helped me greatly with pregnancy related anemia. It is wonderfully nutritious. I once saw a naturopath who put almost all of her patients on Blackstrap. She must have seen great results from it. (1 Tablespoon per day.)

Keep us posted on your progress! God bless you!

~Mama to Many~"

12/03/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "Hello Joanne,

Thank you for commenting on Dec 3 EC Newsletter.

You ask about making your own CS. And it's a good idea to get the 27 volt battery generator...cost about 70 dollars bought on line. Google "economical colloidal silver generator" or words to that effect and you should find a reasonably priced CS maker. If you anticipate using a lot of CS then the purchase of a generator of your own is a wise investment. My original one I bought 20 years ago is still working. The thin silver strands are still producing CS all these years later. I've had to replace batteries 5 or 6 times but the silver strands last and last (because so LITTLE silver is being used) with each production. I just add twenty grains of sea salt to two cups of charcoal purified water...heated to 90 degrees. Insert silver strands plugged into the battery power of course and instantly you will see the cloud coming off the negative pole in the water. In four or five minutes the cups of water are saturated with a lovely cloud of "whitish" infiltration; that white cloud is silver atoms. Now, dilute in a large container until you can no longer see the presence of the silver and cannot taste any metallic. You have a few gallons of water at that point....but with silver atoms. That is what you use to kill viruses. That is CS."

12/03/2013: Matto from Fort Davis, Tx: "Thanks, Dave. I really know this will help. When I was a boy, I would go to gramma's, and could taste the silver (cutlery); I could also taste the metal in the water fountain. Best, Matto"

12/04/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Malto,

Thanks for your comment. The best and sometimes most interesting "thoughts" of my life are about my grandparents. So much wisdom and folk remedies have been forgotten in the last one hundred years.

Regards, Dave"

12/04/2013: Jeff from Nashville,Tn: "Colloidal Silver is a wonderful thing. I have tried several ways to make CS. You really do not need to heat the water and it is not recommended to add salt. Aeration with a small aquarium pump will accomplish the same thing and yield a clean batch. Go with a 24Volt transformer. The best source for kits and advice I personally use can be found if you Google "colloidalsilverhowto"."

12/03/2013: Christina from Austin, Tx: "I just happened to stumble upon this forum because I am currently sick and discovered that eating an apple helped to relieve the congestion, so I was curious if it was common knowledge. The itchy feeling at the back of your throat may have been related to acid reflux. After reading your post I may limit how many I eat at a time because I have suffered from really bad acid reflux in the past. Thank you for posting. This information should be very helpful."

07/24/2009: Hugh from Taumarunui, New Zealand: "I wish to buy some 35% Hydrogen Peroxide. I am a Naturopath."

08/06/2010: Mike from Christchurch, Nz: "My email to buy 35% Food grade H202 in NZ is mike@fiddymont.co.nz"

12/03/2013: Drjen from New Zealand : "Hi food grade hydrogen peroxide and a lot of the other things people are looking for in New Zealand on earth clinic, can be found at: http://www.nzchemicalsuppliers.co.nz/list/search?utf8=✓&search=Hydrogen+peroxide Here you can search by product rather than by supplier!"

12/02/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Dee,

Glad to hear that the ACV and coconut oil are helping. I find them helpful, too.

Regarding kelp versus potassium iodide....well, I have tried both in my family. The thing is that if you are truly deficient in iodine, which so many of us are, you would need a lot of kelp to get the amount needed. I don't personally notice much difference when I take kelp. But some do.

I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism a few years ago. I took a very small dose of levothyroxine and it made me feel much worse. (But my doctor assured me that I was better since my labwork looked good.) Well, I ended up going off the medication and trying natural stuff. It took some time but I did find things that helped me. ACV and coconut oil being some of them. But potassium iodide made the biggest difference for me. I take Iodoral (the pill form of Lugol's.) I take 1 12.5 mg tablet a day (12.5 iodine/potassium iodide.) Iodine supplements should be taken with Selenium and B-complex. Some also include vitamin C.

If you take some time to read people's stories on Earth Clinic's Iodine page and Hypothyroid page, you can read a lot about what people do and what helps. The one thing is that different things help different people. Some feel a lot better taking iodine. Others do not.

You may find that you need less of your thyroid medicine if you supplement with iodine. It might be helpful to try Lugol's iodine (the liquid form) as it is easier to take less and build up to more.)

Keep us posted on your progress.

~Mama to Many~"

12/03/2013: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines: "Hi Dee...If you have a hypothyroid condition, then this is a condition that occurs when you have low iodine levels in the body and perhaps a lack of certain critical minerals in your body as well. Most people are low thyroid these days but if you lack certain mineral anti-oxidants in your body -- like magnesium, zinc or glutathione peroxidase -- this can even cause or aggravate hypothyroid and thyroiditis problems.

The protocol that you should be using is the full Lugol's Iodine Protocol with Companion Nutrients. Never take Lugol's Iodine just on it's own for reasons that are all explained here in this link. This link, which is a short excerpt from my book on Candida, describes, in detail, the reasons and causes for higher dose iodine problems.

If you are hypothyroid, it might also benefit you to supplement a natural bio-identical thyroid from bovine or porcine sources(such as Nature Thyroid for example) which contains real T1, T2, T3, T4 and calcitonin (hormone that controls bone formation). This form of thyroid is all natural, whereas allopathic equivalents like Synthroid only contains synthetic T4 to control the thyroid via the TSH from the Pituitary gland.

More reasons to use natural dessicated thyroid.

The Iodine Protocol with companion nutrients should definitely help to relieve your hypothyroid problems. A good series of books has been written by Dr Brownstein to help people to more understand and naturally resolve their own thyroid problems and these are:

Iodine: Why You Need It, Why You Can't live Without It

Overcoming Thyroid Disorders

The Miracle of Natural Hormones

If you prefer to use the potassium iodide then just buy some SSKI (Saturated Solution of Potassium Iodide) from the health shop or from ebay.com and take one drop of SSKI in water or juice twice a day. One drop of SSKI is equivalent to 25 mgs of iodide. Therefore 2 drops is 50 mgs which is the minimum dose you should be taking for hypothyroid. Always take the iodine/iodide companion nutrients if you take this as a supplement to avoid problems.

Personally, I would rather take either lugol's iodine or Iodoral (LI in a pill) for thyroid problems because it does much more than just iodide alone. Iodide is a very useful antioxidant that is needed for absorption by the thyroid gland. Lugol's Iodine contains iodide and elemental iodine that react together in solution to also produce Tri-iodide(same as nascent iodine) in this reaction:

I₂ + I^- « » I^3-

And as you can see, lugol's iodine contains all three useful forms iodide/iodine/triiodide, which is much more beneficial for the whole body's absorption of iodine(not just for the thyroid).

If you have your thyroid checked by the doc then do not have the TSH test -- this test is very inaccurate because it only checks T4 levels(inactive form). Get the Free T3/Free T4 blood check for a more accurate check of your thyroid hormone levels. Insist on this from your doctor. If you doctor won't do the Free T3/Free T4 test then find another doctor or naturopath that will do it.

If you supplement iodine then you should also avoid all foods containing dairy and soy -- calcium and soy are goitrogens that tend to inhibit the absorption of iodine into the body and the cells.

What might also help you is to have a hair analysis(not expensive). This will tell you exactly what minerals you are lacking in diet and will also tell you what heavy metals and other poisons like chlorine, fluorine and bromine that you have in excess in your body(which are detrimental to the thyroid gland). This will allow you to more fine tune your protocols to address these mineral deficiencies and other problems concerning chelation and removal of excess heavy metals and halides in the body."

12/03/2013: Dee from Melbourne: "HI Mama to Many. First of all thank you so much for responding me I always read your posts on this site . They are all so useful and I cannot Belive that somebody I adore responded me.. I will definately try liquid pottasium iodide with selenium (can I eat 3 brazil nuts instead selenium pill) and b complex as you suggested.

Am lacking iron (stopped taking iron tablets now sick of taking them) and b12 (taking shots regularly) and vitamin d too. And I am vegetarian not vegan. Its feel so good that somebody lives so far understood my pain and took some time out to respond me back. Thank you so much!!! Am not feeling alone now. Take care."

12/03/2013: Dee from Melbourne: "Dear Bill, thank you million for all the information you shared. I will go for a tFfree t3 and t4 test and also hair analysis test too . And also thank u So much for all the info regarding iodine and how to take it.. Am on the path to heal my self naturally . Your time and support means a lot to me.. This site is amazing!!!! I put my husband on ACV for his allergies issue and heseems to start believing in natural products now.. Thank again. God bless you!!!"

12/04/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Dee,

Hi again! Regarding using Brazil nuts instead of a Selenium supplement, I think that is a good idea. Whenever possible, I like to get the needed nutrients from food. Then they are perfectly balanced with other needed nutrients. I think the recommendation for Brazil nuts is 1 or 2 nuts a day (ideally, one and a half! )

Have you considered Blackstrap Molasses for your iron? It has helped me greatly with pregnancy related anemia. It is wonderfully nutritious. I once saw a naturopath who put almost all of her patients on Blackstrap. She must have seen great results from it. (1 Tablespoon per day.)

Keep us posted on your progress! God bless you!

~Mama to Many~"

12/03/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dave,

Fascinating article, especially your observation about sickness triggering autoimmune disease. Thanks!

~Mama to Many~"

12/03/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "Hello Cs,

You ask where to buy CS: Health food stores; on line just Google Colloidal Silver and if you really get into the CS world consider purchasing the small units...less than 100 dollars. Google "colloidal silver generators for sale inexpensive" or words to that effect and any number of sites will give you price. I bought my latest one for 69 dollars. I make mine in seven minutes by adding 20 grains of salt for conductivity. There is another way to make it...slowly by not adding the salt. That takes 30 minutes or so. And the color differs. The fast method produces a white cloud. You dilute until the cloud is not visible and no metallic taste should be evident. The CS tastes just like water. Which it is except there is a bit of atoms of silver dispersed within. My dilution is about 32 dilutions. That is, if I have one cup of water with silver dispersed, I then dilute by 32 cups of purified water."

12/03/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "Hello Mama to Many,

Thank you. It certainly wouldn't hurt to apply colloidal silver to a "mystery disease" to test response. I notice that if a virus is at work, energy levels increase rapidly...within five days, often. Amazing. The rate of energy level increase obviously does not continue to rise at the same level over time, but that little "test" will give a good indication if the body is being relieved in the anti viral fight. So the clue tells one to continue with the program."