Real-Time Posts

11/22/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Dealer: A 180 lb. man of average activity requires 500g carbs, 70g high biological value protein, 15g saturated fat, 4g omega 3, 6g omega 6, and 10g omega 9 unsaturated oils to maintain weight. Cooking denatures many proteins, including acetyl carnitine, and many nutrients, including b-6. B-6 activates b-1 and b-2. Conventionally grown food does not have any humic/fulvic acids that activate nutrients, xeronines that activate proteins, or special substances like glycophopholipids that repair the mitochondria. 6g protein is required to replace 1g protein."

11/23/2013: Oscar from Syracuse, New York: "The BHT [ butylated hydroxytoluene ] treatment has worked very well for some who have tried it. You need to keep it simple for best results. Things including milk thistle and grapefruit juice will make the treatment NOT work.

A man named Kuba cut his Hepatitis B viral load count down to less than 10% of what it had been in 25 days. Here is what Kuba has to say about this:

Kuba here:

Age: 30
Illness: HepB
Infected since: 1983 (since birth)
BHT started: 03.01.2013
VL test: 14.01.2013 - 1530 ui/ml
VL test: 25.03.2013 - 139 ui/ml
test method real-time PCR

Protocol log:
03.01-10.01 1x350mg BHT bedtime
11.01-11.02 1x350mg BHT in the morning, 1x350mg BHT bedtime
12.02-12.03 cut the dose to 1x350mg BHT at bedtime due to independent severe food poisoning that took almost 4 weeks to ged rid of.
13.03-now got back to 1x350mg BHT in the morning, 1x350mg BHT bedtime

Every other day I take (at least 2 hours away from BHT): vit D3 5000ui, multivitamin iton free, B12, 200mcg selenium (yeast form, non organic forms are bad 4 U)

I could do better with hydrating my body and with workouts.

I do my best to keep the protocol simple as possible. - Kuba

------------------------------------------------------------------------

Most of the people have been using the BHT treatment for hepatitis C. But this treatment seems to work very well for hepatitis B also.

Here is the treatment as refined over the last two years:

• 100mg to 350mg of BHT taken with water on an empty stomach once or twice a day. The dosage varies for each person. Weight is an important factor in determining dosage. Fat content of a person`s body is another. Generally the more you weigh and the higher the fat content of your body the more BHT you need to effectively treat a viral infection. Many average size men have done very well with 250mg of BHT taken twice a day. If adverse side effects occur and persist, LOWER the dosage of BHT used. That is the treatment.
  
  Supplements that have been shown to work well with the BHT treatment are:
  
  1. A regular type multi-vitamin and mineral pill once a day.
  2. A regular type vitamin B complex pill.once a day.
  3. Vitamin B12 in a dosage of 1mg [ milligrams ] per day. 1mg is the same as 1, 000mcg { micrograms ].
  4. Vitamin C in a daily dosage of between 500mg and 1, 000mg per day.
  5. The lipid monolaurin. Unsure about dosage.
  6. Sodium selenite in a daily dosage of 50mcg [ micrograms ].
  
  Also, and importantly: Continue taking any doctor prescribed medicines or drugs. Very many of the people who have had dramatic improvement with this BHT treatment are taking a doctor prescribed medicine of one type or another.
  
  SUPPLEMENTS TO AVOID. Do not take:
  
  1. Milk Thistle and it`s extracts. Degrades the treatment to the point that it no longer works.
  2. Grapefruit juice. Degrades the treatment to the point it no longer works.
  3. Colloidal silver
  4. Hydrogen peroxide taken internally. Hydrogen peroxide is a REACTIVE OXYGEN SPECIES. It will make the BHT treatment NOT work.
  5. MMS [ Miracle Mineral Supplement ]. MMS is chlorine bleach, a very powerful oxidizer that will react with BHT in such a way as to make the treatment not work.
  6. Vitamin E supplements. Yes you NEED some vitamin E. But a normal diet provides plenty. Vitamin E supplements have been shown to enhance lipid coated viruses ability to replicate and should be avoided for that reason.
  
  ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  For best result stick with those supplements I listed that have been shown to work well with the BHT treatment. Vitamin B12 is an especially good one.
  That is the treatment that works consistently well based on the substantial feedback available....Oscar

Please review Kuba`s treatment plan for hepatitis B. Also, Kuba is a pretty healthy man. In my opinion for people who are pretty sick and or thin I recommend taking NO more than 250mg of BHT per day for the first week and see how you feel with that dosage before considering taking a larger dosage of BHT. You have to find a dosage YOU are comfortable with....Oscar"

11/24/2013: Wayseeker from Motown, California: "Dear Oscar,

So glad you are still here helping others to help themselves!

I feel as if we were just spit out of "the belly of the beast" like Jonah & the whale. The whale being the VA. Apparently Marvin is being declined a new liver based on the fact he used BHT and his hepatitis is almost in normal range. They are sending me the current scores, but are taking way too long to do it. We just returned from meeting the surgery team, and the head surgeon said the most interesting thing to me: He said, "God home and finish getting rid of the hepatitis C, because it will be a lot easier to do it now, than it would be after the surgery." He said this to us three times. I literally couldn't believe my ears! He was Chinese, and didn't have enough grasp of the English language to be cagey, nor apparently, to understand that in America we don't actually want to heal people -- we want the money!

The awful part is, that they saw his healing this aspect (the Hep-C) of his end-stage cirrhosis as such a challenge to the two new drugs coming out or some such attitude, that they are claiming I wouldn't be able to follow directions and didn't have the mental capacity to administer his medications properly, and so would "waste a liver."

So-- Marvin now (may I add, at long last, FINALLY), now have no other alternative but to go alternative! This just made for a shocking and rough drop on our heads from a steep cliff, but I am frankly relieved. They wanted Marvin to get even sicker than he is first-- eeking out every possible pain for a penny more. That being, he had to also get cancer first, which he still does not have! Then, after that, treat it with chemo, and THEN, AND THEN, AND THEN.

The poor man is on toxic overload, but we will seek a real, heroic, true doctor's second opinion next. My question is, when in such desperate straits as End-Stage, what do you think of doing Berkson Therapy and BHT? Marvin desperately needs someone to come alongside him, a docotr interested in helping him heal his own liver, and I am not a doctor so cannot of course give any medical advice whatsoever. Neither can you, so, just asking as a friend, what would you do? Only a doctor can re-evaluate the liver-toxic soup he is on, and try healthy alternatives that heal.

I must tread a little carefully here, but the hour is come and something must be done to reverse the liver--toxic compounds given to him daily to allow the liver to regenerate itself, let the BHT do it's job-- and let the man try to heal. The far-advanced cirrhosis itself, must be healed, now that he has almost no Hep-C.. I am saddened that we wasted so much precious time going down this merry road, with no effort made to actually heal Marvin, only to weaken him further and further.

The bright spot here, however, is that we are finally on the same page, and it has been decided for us, so now we only have a healthy choice as a viable alternative! For this, I AM GRATEFUL.

Love to you, my friend, Oliver -- Wayseeker."

06/01/2012: Lisa from Jax, Fl: "Thank you so much! I am going to try this."

03/19/2013: Becky_neb from Newman Grove, Ne: "To the woman who used DHEA intra-vaginally (is that the correct term?), you said you broke a 5 mg tablet in four pieces. Did you use that once a day, or how often? Is that still working for you?"

05/07/2013: Sue from Cambridge, Oh, Guernsey: "Yes, it is still working for me. I have upped the dosage, so I insert a whole 5mg tablet every other day. It works great. Believe me, I've tryed everything--estriol oil, progesterone oil, various other oils, etc. Much too messy, estriol made me spot. This takes like one second and there is nothing there after it dissolves and it dissolves pretty fast. And it's not bad for the man like estrogens. I've been doing this for a long time and have no side effects."

11/22/2013: Mln from Texas: "To Quernsey: Is that a 5 mg tablet of DHEA and not 50 mg? So far, I'm seeing 50's instead of 5's..."

11/22/2013: Kay from Bala Cynwyd, Pa: "To Judy from Australia- did you BMS stop? Your story sounds like mine."

11/09/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Dee,

You have certainly tried a lot of things to help you suffering and I am sorry nothing is working for you. A few things come to mind that you might try for some relief. One is activated charcoal. Because it adsorbs toxins, it may help with any die off you are experiencing. I know it has helped some with Lyme disease die off. You can take 2 teaspoons in 8 ounces of water 2 hours away from any medication, daily. It is kind of gritty. You can also use it topically. This may be kind of messy but it helps with inflammation and itching. You could follow the directions for how to make a charcoal poultice on the activated charcoal page, or you could just pour some of the charcoal water you drink onto a panty-liner or sanitary pad. You could lay part of a paper towel over the pad if their is charcoal grit on it. But it would easily come off in a shower. Change this every few hours during the day. Or just try it for overnight.

Another thing you could try is turmeric (internally.) We have found turmeric powder (1/2 teaspoon, twice a day, or 2 capsules twice a day) to be very helpful for itching and inflammation.

Both of these remedies are best with plenty of water to avoid constipation.

Your diet sounds very good. I don't think Stevia should be a problem. You could add some extra virgin coconut oil to your diet. It is anti-fungal (and anti-everything else that is bad! ) 1-3 Tablespoons a day would be great. You can also use this topically, adding a drop of tea tree to it (I know you have tried tea tree, but it might be good with the coconut oil.) We have also found the combination of tea tree and lavender essential oils to work topically for fungal issues. (But I do dilute them for use in children or in sensitive skin areas.)

I hope you find something that will give you some relief soon. Keep us posted! God bless you!

~Mama to Many~ "

11/09/2013: Uniquesmilinka from Albuquerque Nm: "I have gone thru what you are going thru last year. I would itch so bad. I came across a few things you might want to try. 1. Take a vinegar bath and soak for about 20 mins. Vinegar kills fungus. 2. Take a probiotic "a live" culture. I take about 3 pills when I get to itching and get the highest dosage I can get like 50 billion. 3. I soak in baking soda as well. The ph level could be off and soaking in baking soda helps the ph level come up in your vagina area and in your blood. 4. Get some ointment for diaper rash and make sure it has 40% zinc (this helps alot).

I hope the above suggestions help you. They have helped me.

My doctor said having yeast problems can be a start to being a diabetic.

Another thing that might help is jock itch spray. It burns but that means it is killing off the yeast.

Good luck. You can message me if you have questions."

11/09/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Dee: The efficiency with which we produce ATP is at the core of our resistance to disease. ATP is recognized as a neurotransmitter, growth factor, pain perception mediator, nerve cell protector, cancer fighter, and intracellular signaling molecule. ATP maintains mitochondrial protein complexes in a fully extended water polarizing state. Raw sugar and beneficial nutrients from whole cane, organic fruit, and honey, make ATP more efficiently than other foods. Google Andrew Kim Blogs, why cells go bad and insulin revisited. Watch raw food for candida and cancer videos. P.S. The nutrients in salad leaves are locked up in the cellulose. Make green smoothies."

11/10/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Dee: Nutrients in lettuce are locked up in the cellulose. Grinding them up in the blender releases them. Baby leaves have hormones, growth factors, and steroids not in mature leaves."

11/10/2013: Dee from Springfield, Ma: "November 10, 2013 Thanks to Mike 62, Mama to Many and others for suggestions. I'm going to purchase activated charcoal before health store closes and Mike you confirmed I need to start juicing my greens... I have put it off because I need a good juicer. Any suggestions on a moderate priced one? Thanks to earth clinic for posting my question so fast. I tried the raw unpasteurized honey last night and it did get me through most of the night, but it sure is messy and ultimately had to get up by 4 a.m. with the itching returning but not as bad. Also started Bill's protocol from Ted this morning with the ACV and baking soda. Willing to try anything from the people at earth clinic and just want to close with a positive note. Used to suffer with chronic bronchitis every spring, until I found earth clinic six years ago and the witch's brew among other suggestions took care of bronchitis; thank God it never came back! You are all a Godsend! God Bless and will keep you posted about the progress. I'm greatly encouraged. Dee"

11/12/2013: Toourlady89 from Hayward Ca: "For severe itching, you could try Allertec, its for allergies, but it does relieve itches.. Take it at night for it could cause drowsiness, try half of the pill for less drowsy effect.

Or try anti itch cream Sarna Regular anti itch lotion, its minty and helps with any itchiness. Can be used as often as needed.."

11/12/2013: Jos from Thailand: "Please could you list the ingredients of witches brew I'm suffering with bronchial probs at the moment and would be grateful for any suggestions."

11/16/2013: Dee from Springfield, Ma: "Thanks for everyone's help. I love this website and am so grateful to all the wounded healers! It's hard to believe it's only a week and the itching has stayed completely gone!! PTL! Thanks to all the suggestions, most I tried, but what helped the most was apple cider vinegar and baking soda 2X a day and D.V. will keep on doing this except to take one day of rest and then resume. Was unable to get activated charcoal unless I order it, but so far everything else is working."

11/16/2013: Dee from Springfield, Ma: "I don't have internet at home, so just got to library today (11/16/13) to reply to Jos from Thailand; hope it's not too late as I printed it from my file as is: Here are ingredients for Witch's Brew:

THE WITCHES BREW REMEDY

Anonymous writes, "For a cough that will not stop, make a remedy my brother and I always called Witches Brew. This was from my Great Grandmother.

Mix 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil or Butter
1 Tbsp. Honey or Sugar
1 Tbsp. Apple Cider Vinegar
Melt it all together, and take while still warm"

Earth Clinic note: You may try substituting Olive Oil for the butter!"

11/22/2013: Dee from Springfield, Ma: "Hi folks at earth clinic! I couldn't wait till tomorrow to share the itching problem is completely gone down there! PTL! Felt a little die off symptoms that made me sluggish this past week, but will gladly trade that to be on the way to getting rid of candida. Have added other protocols, one in particular; soaking in Epsom salts, baking soda, borax combination; someone here suggested it-don't remember who. At first it left my legs and chest area (had intermittent itching on chest and legs) red, but after second time it went away, so maybe it took getting used to; I started soak for fifteen minutes and soak now for twenty minutes, every other day.

I do have a question for Ted, however. I am deathly allergic to iodine, IVP, shellfish, etc. Is there something similar to lugol's iodine I can add for candida and/or cancer treatment? I am still finding pimples or little lumps down in the opening genital area (my apologies for being so graphic) and that's why I tried the soaking; still have fears about cancer because of precancer surgery down there in 1996 (complete abdominal hysterectomy; they said the pathology was negative). Also, I am still having fears about trying the borax drink. My box is a green and white one that says "Borax Laundry Booster Detergent" and has warning about not taking internally and calling doctor or poison control center if you do. Is it all right to take this one (1/8 tsp. in liter of water throughout the day)? Thanks, Ted (and Bill) so much. Very grateful to you and everyone especially the individual who started this website. I am so grateful after 14 agonizing months not to have that horrible itching down there anymore! Still doing the apple cider vinegar/b.s. drink.

Oh, I also found that eliminating all fruit (including dried cranberries and apricots with walnuts) was the additional key; maybe there's a pre diabetic condition since everyone in my family has had diabetes, except me thank God. Again, thank you, thank you, thank you!!! Dee"

09/17/2012: Timh from Louisville, Ky, Usa: "Aurora, a comprehensive detox program includes the exterior as well as interior environment. Thoroughly clean your home w/ natural cleaning products. Many people already filter their water, but neglect to improve on the air. In addition to at least an electrostatic filter (a better alternative is the HEPA technology filters) in your air unit, it is necessary to add a floor or desk-top air purifier to further destroy toxins which translates in increased oxygen content of your home. Negative Ion technology type purifiers are quite effective. Also, it is possible that you live close to a major electric power lines which causes magnetic radiation poisoning which almost always translates into allergies and sensitivities, sometimes severe especially over a period of many yrs.

As for the internal environment here's two links to get you started:

http://www.earthclinic.com/CURES/detoxification.html

http://www.jonbarron.org/detox/natural-health-program-full-body-cleanse

Also, supplementing antioxidant nutrition is very important. Vit-A, Vit-E, Carotenoids (mixed C complex is best), Pine Bark or Grapeseed Extracts, Vit-C w/ Bioflavonoids. Coenzymes like Alpha Lipoic Acid, CoQ10 or Ubiguinol, and Co-1 or NADH are great antioxidants as well as energy boosters.

Hope this helps and good luck."

09/17/2012: Aurora from Palo Alto, Ca: "Thanks Tim; As for our air at home; I'm not sure why I should get a filter? we have windows/doors open all year; we like to hang out or have meals on our patio/garden. No carpets. I dust/mop floors about 2-3 days a week. All natural cleaning products, a few drops of chlorine sometimes to desinfect bath.... I love fresh air! We run an electric heater in winter just for an hour or two/day only as needed.

Update; we've decided to try to do the MBP anyway, just peel the veggies and apple, and see how it goes. I was able to eat a peeled apple fine after the juice this morning! No reaction at all! So it looks like the natural instecticides in the peel of fruit/veggies might be what we both are reacting to.... I wish I would have heard about salicylates before...

As for magnetics: There are no powerlines here, at least above ground that I can see, but it's a thought; where do you get an EMF detector? I seem to feel magnetic fields more than most people....

Thanks Again!"

09/18/2012: Timh from Louisville, Ky, Usa: "Aurora, looks like your OK on the exterior, so now focus on the interior environment. In addition to the antioxidant supplements I suggested, a very important one is NAC / N Acetyl Cysteine, one of the best Glutathione (the body's master antioxidant) precursors. Quercetin/Bromalaine is good for allergies. Acidity can cause hypersensitivity so try Ted's bicarb buffer remedy. Heavy metals can be a culprit so try some Cilantro herb for several wks. Hep C is a possible culprit as it will compromise liver detox. BHT eradicates the Hep.

Just some suggestion from afar, but you can objectively test PH levels, Heavy Metals, and Hep C for conclusive diagnosis. Whole body bath w/ Baking Soda & Epsom Salt will help (2x week) overall (this will provide a buffering so it would eliminate an oral route). To maximize the cleansing a good herbal detox like Dr. Christopher's "Red Clover Combination" 30 min prior to the bath will help clear any chemical or heavy metals from the body.

Let us know of your progress."

09/18/2012: Lisa from Thousand Oaks, Ca, Usa: "Hi Aurora, I saw your question regarding an EMF detector. The actual name for them is a trifield meter. I know because my husband uses it at work to check different machines and far infrared saunas. I know you can easily find them online and they start at about $100 and go upward. Hope this helps. Lisa"

10/02/2012: Aurora from Palo Alto, Ca: "Thank you Lisa and Tim so much for the suggestions, I am working on getting things sorted out, and in my usual fashion, I tend to take my time. I like to be thorough rather than rush things....

The cough has slowed me down a bit, but I found a Traditional Chinese Doctor and a chiropractor, so they both said they need to work on my lung and neck misalignments for a few weeks, so I guess that's what I'll be focusing on for a few weeks. I'm still juicing, about 4-5 days a week. The peeling solved it. Loving it! Don't seem to have any issues with strong juice at least :-) Tried eating an apple with peel the other day again, and yes, immidiate reaction.... yes, organic.

More later, and many blessings to you all."

05/17/2013: Jocelyn from San Antonio, Tx: "Hi Aurora, I also have tons of allergies and always doing research and came across this site. May I add try soaking your apples or fruits in 1c water w/ 1Tbsp salt for 15 mins? This helps remove soil, microbes and bacteria found on the skins of fruits and vegetables. Also, try rotating your foods every 4 days - meaning, if you eat an apple on day 1, avoid it for 3 days and ok to eat again on day 4. Maybe this may help, but if you can, it's best to avoid foods that makes you sick at all cost. Best of luck. :)"

05/18/2013: Rosanne from Toronto, Canada: "Aurora, or anyone else who is suffering from this problem (as I do! ) do a websearch for Oral Allergy Syndrome. That is what the intolerance to raw fruits and veggies is called.

I have yet to find a solution to it myself, but it was comforting after so many years of not knowing what it was to be able to put a name to the problem, and to find out that I am not the only one who can't eat raw foods.

Peeling can solve the problem because the molecules that trigger the allergy tend to be located near the surface of the fruits/veggies."

11/22/2013: Margaret G from Albany, Ny: "To be honest, the symptoms you and your husband are suffering from sound exactly like oral allergy syndrome (I highly recommend researching it online, you can find a thorough list of problem foods on the encyclopedia sites).

It's a food allergy that starts with a reaction in the mouth, and the people who suffer from it tend to be adults who have hay fever/seasonal allergies. It's also called "Pollen-Food Allergy".

This is a real allergy and if suspect you have it, please take it very seriously -- my friend had to drive herself to the emergency room after an apple made her throat close. She was 30 at the time, and had been eating apples all her life. It can appear gradually or suddenly.

The part of your post that made me immediately think of this was the fact that you mentioned that the same foods cooked or without their skins are okay. If you had pesticide poisoning, you'd still be sick even if the foods were cooked.

Here's a partial list of foods that could possibly affect you if this is what's wrong. Keep in mind that these are all linked to different pollens, so if you suffer from ragweed, you'd have different sensitivities than someone with an allergy to birch pollen or alder trees:

Almonds, apples, apricots, avocados, bananas, carrots, celery, cherries, chicory, coriander, fennel, fig, hazel nuts, kiwifruit, nectarines, parsley, parsnips, peaches, pears, parsley, peppers, plums, potatoes, prunes, soy, strawberry, raspberry, wheat, etc.

Good luck with whatever this turns out to be, and be safe!"

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Many documented cases of autism or the autism spectrum disorders have been significantly improved or cured altogether w/ the Miracle Mineral solution (MMS); Here is the homepage. http://genesis2church.org/. There is lots of d.i.y. info or a health & healing minister can be summoned to treat the child."

11/22/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Laura: The 80/10/10ers have had good success with a variety of conditions. You can watch their videos for info. Cooked regular food does not provide all the body requires and meds have side effects. I take the superfoods in a glass of water every hour with some raw wildflower honey. Fermented wildharvested nutrients have the most potency."

11/22/2013: Liz from Boston, Massachusetts: "Laura - I've read many, many encouraging testimonials from people who have used Inositol for OCD, among other things.

Inositol, though often referred to as vitamin B8, is actually a naturally-occurring glucose isomer vs. a vitamin. It is easily obtained online or at vitamin stores and from all that I've read (which is a lot), it is perfectly safe.

If you read-up on it, I think you will find it to be a viable option for your son. All best."

11/22/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "You must be devastated!

I would start with a baseline to see what is missing or not there or not supposed to be there.

1. Check his hormones with a comprehensive male profile I at ZRT Labs.

2. Get complete blood work done to check for vitamin deficiencies, allergies, etc. I am from Canada so we can have it done for free. You may have to pay for yours on your own.

3. Comprehensive stool analysis at Great Plains Laboratory which will eliminate some nasty issues like parasites.

I tried to send you the links but the site won't allow me to.

Instead of flying blind you need to determine what is lacking &/or should not be there so initially it will cost more but the end result will be more accurate with the least intrusion on your poor boy. I cannot imagine having to live in his poor little head.

I hope this is of help?"

11/22/2013: Louwrence from Rustenburg, South Africa: "Hi Laura, Check Bioacoustics & Dr Campbell/autistic."

11/22/2013: Prioris from Fl: "If the meds are synthetic medications, maybe it is causing the symptoms. I would stay away from synthetic medications."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "The herb Chinese Scullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis). How to best administer will be for the dr to know but is worth a try.

I have a very strong hunch, but have done no research, on the use of a "cold shower" or "cold bath" for severe cases like coma. Since this healing method is not standard medical information someone who might give it a try would need to document the entire event and if it proves successful a clinical trial would be very good as this treatment has the ability to "shock" the patient back into consciousness just like in the movies where someone gets splashed in the face w/ cold water to terminate their "fainting"."

11/22/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Mike about coma;

A coma condition can be treated with DMSO. Because she is in Germany the doctors might be a little more innovative than the more rigid system here. Have them look at the google site: "Dr Jacobs 60 minutes youtube DMSO" and you'll be started on the powerful use of DMSO. I've read over the years that DMSO used as an IV or applied directly to back of neck can bring a victim out of a coma... Google this and be convinced for yourself."

11/22/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Sorry to hear this. My guess is that it would be very difficult to help her without knowing what has been damaged and the extent if the damage. the body does heal but a hospital setting is a difficult setting to accomplish that. If you find the means, I would make an attempt to communicate with her. She may be aware of her surroundings but unable to communicate.

-----------------------------------

Back in 2010, neuroscientists confirmed that it was possible to communicate with some patients locked in a vegetative state by using an fMRI scanner. Though limited, the breakthrough suggested that more meaningful dialogue with patients in a coma could someday be possible. And now, two years later, it has finally happened. A Canadian man in a vegetative state has used his thoughts to tell scientists that he is not in any pain, marking the first time a patient in such a condition has relayed information relevant to their care.

Scott Routley was involved in a car accident 12 years ago and has been in an apparent vegetative state ever since.

---------------------------------

I would also talk to various certified psychics and see if they have the ability to communicate with someone in a coma. If she does die, I would find a find a certified medium who can assist in communication and bring closure. She may die physically but she may still be with you in spirit so you look for signs around you.

"

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "S: The method of topical administration is called "poultice" and is effective. You may also use a warm epsom salt footbath w/ good results. Taking magnesium orally would also help. I take a capsule once daily of "triple magnesium" which is 3 different covalent bonds to mag."

11/22/2013: Steve from Las Vegas: "I believe you can make a "magnesium oil" type solution by just dissolving a small amount of espom salt perhaps a quarter cup with just enough hot water to dissolve the epsom salt crystals. By doing this you will have a solution you can rub on or spray on that should be easily absorbed into the skin. Of course you can buy ready made magnesium chloride oil but it is much more expensive, typically $9-15 for 8oz."

11/22/2013: Blanche from South Louisiana: "Sure. That'll work fine. Never had a shower, but since childhood have had many an Epsom salts compresses. Never known it to irritate skin either. Seems to cool off real fast though, so keep your basin of solution handy. Don't have exact measurements though. I just put in two handfuls or so in a basin of hot water."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "The herb Chinese Scullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis). How to best administer will be for the dr to know but is worth a try.

I have a very strong hunch, but have done no research, on the use of a "cold shower" or "cold bath" for severe cases like coma. Since this healing method is not standard medical information someone who might give it a try would need to document the entire event and if it proves successful a clinical trial would be very good as this treatment has the ability to "shock" the patient back into consciousness just like in the movies where someone gets splashed in the face w/ cold water to terminate their "fainting"."

11/22/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Mike about coma;

A coma condition can be treated with DMSO. Because she is in Germany the doctors might be a little more innovative than the more rigid system here. Have them look at the google site: "Dr Jacobs 60 minutes youtube DMSO" and you'll be started on the powerful use of DMSO. I've read over the years that DMSO used as an IV or applied directly to back of neck can bring a victim out of a coma... Google this and be convinced for yourself."

11/22/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Sorry to hear this. My guess is that it would be very difficult to help her without knowing what has been damaged and the extent if the damage. the body does heal but a hospital setting is a difficult setting to accomplish that. If you find the means, I would make an attempt to communicate with her. She may be aware of her surroundings but unable to communicate.

-----------------------------------

Back in 2010, neuroscientists confirmed that it was possible to communicate with some patients locked in a vegetative state by using an fMRI scanner. Though limited, the breakthrough suggested that more meaningful dialogue with patients in a coma could someday be possible. And now, two years later, it has finally happened. A Canadian man in a vegetative state has used his thoughts to tell scientists that he is not in any pain, marking the first time a patient in such a condition has relayed information relevant to their care.

Scott Routley was involved in a car accident 12 years ago and has been in an apparent vegetative state ever since.

---------------------------------

I would also talk to various certified psychics and see if they have the ability to communicate with someone in a coma. If she does die, I would find a find a certified medium who can assist in communication and bring closure. She may die physically but she may still be with you in spirit so you look for signs around you.

"

11/22/2013: Bee from Detroit, Mi: "I have been drinking 1/8-1/4 C of Apple Cider Vinegar for about 2 1/2 mos....i do believe it has helped me lose fat as all my clothes are fitting loosely; but it did not work to prevent a UTI...bad one this time...belly pain, side pain then in the kidney. The D-mannose, that is a wonder herb. I have not been on that for about a month & I started noticing changes for the worse. I'd have to say that is what keeps them at bay. While my dr wants to do a scope on me because I've had too many too frequently, especially after not having one for 6 years, I am fighting not to do that but am a little concerned as to WHY I am having them so frequently without the D-mannose."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "S: The method of topical administration is called "poultice" and is effective. You may also use a warm epsom salt footbath w/ good results. Taking magnesium orally would also help. I take a capsule once daily of "triple magnesium" which is 3 different covalent bonds to mag."

11/22/2013: Steve from Las Vegas: "I believe you can make a "magnesium oil" type solution by just dissolving a small amount of espom salt perhaps a quarter cup with just enough hot water to dissolve the epsom salt crystals. By doing this you will have a solution you can rub on or spray on that should be easily absorbed into the skin. Of course you can buy ready made magnesium chloride oil but it is much more expensive, typically $9-15 for 8oz."

11/22/2013: Blanche from South Louisiana: "Sure. That'll work fine. Never had a shower, but since childhood have had many an Epsom salts compresses. Never known it to irritate skin either. Seems to cool off real fast though, so keep your basin of solution handy. Don't have exact measurements though. I just put in two handfuls or so in a basin of hot water."

11/22/2013: Louwrence from Rustenburg South Africa: "Hi Crosel, Best remedy for your problem is to apply your own urine & problem solved in 1 day."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Many documented cases of autism or the autism spectrum disorders have been significantly improved or cured altogether w/ the Miracle Mineral solution (MMS); Here is the homepage. http://genesis2church.org/. There is lots of d.i.y. info or a health & healing minister can be summoned to treat the child."

11/22/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Laura: The 80/10/10ers have had good success with a variety of conditions. You can watch their videos for info. Cooked regular food does not provide all the body requires and meds have side effects. I take the superfoods in a glass of water every hour with some raw wildflower honey. Fermented wildharvested nutrients have the most potency."

11/22/2013: Liz from Boston, Massachusetts: "Laura - I've read many, many encouraging testimonials from people who have used Inositol for OCD, among other things.

Inositol, though often referred to as vitamin B8, is actually a naturally-occurring glucose isomer vs. a vitamin. It is easily obtained online or at vitamin stores and from all that I've read (which is a lot), it is perfectly safe.

If you read-up on it, I think you will find it to be a viable option for your son. All best."

11/22/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "You must be devastated!

I would start with a baseline to see what is missing or not there or not supposed to be there.

1. Check his hormones with a comprehensive male profile I at ZRT Labs.

2. Get complete blood work done to check for vitamin deficiencies, allergies, etc. I am from Canada so we can have it done for free. You may have to pay for yours on your own.

3. Comprehensive stool analysis at Great Plains Laboratory which will eliminate some nasty issues like parasites.

I tried to send you the links but the site won't allow me to.

Instead of flying blind you need to determine what is lacking &/or should not be there so initially it will cost more but the end result will be more accurate with the least intrusion on your poor boy. I cannot imagine having to live in his poor little head.

I hope this is of help?"

11/22/2013: Louwrence from Rustenburg, South Africa: "Hi Laura, Check Bioacoustics & Dr Campbell/autistic."

11/22/2013: Prioris from Fl: "If the meds are synthetic medications, maybe it is causing the symptoms. I would stay away from synthetic medications."

11/22/2013: Ed2010 from Canada: "You try taking L-Lysine 500 mg two times a day for a week to see improvement. I am very curious is this HSV is region specific, it is very predominant in North America. You can hardly find a person with Cold Sores in India, Malaysia, Singapore, Gulf.

Good Health"

11/25/2013: Jillery from North America: "I had a breakout of HSV 1 below the 'belt line' also. That was over 2 years ago. They say once you have had a breakout it should not reoccur again.

A breakout can happen from stress among other things. I was married to a guy who used to get cold sores and my current bf's x wife gets cold sores. So I believe it was just in my system and from major stress I had a breakout.

Good luck and wishes"

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Many documented cases of autism or the autism spectrum disorders have been significantly improved or cured altogether w/ the Miracle Mineral solution (MMS); Here is the homepage. http://genesis2church.org/. There is lots of d.i.y. info or a health & healing minister can be summoned to treat the child."

11/22/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Laura: The 80/10/10ers have had good success with a variety of conditions. You can watch their videos for info. Cooked regular food does not provide all the body requires and meds have side effects. I take the superfoods in a glass of water every hour with some raw wildflower honey. Fermented wildharvested nutrients have the most potency."

11/22/2013: Liz from Boston, Massachusetts: "Laura - I've read many, many encouraging testimonials from people who have used Inositol for OCD, among other things.

Inositol, though often referred to as vitamin B8, is actually a naturally-occurring glucose isomer vs. a vitamin. It is easily obtained online or at vitamin stores and from all that I've read (which is a lot), it is perfectly safe.

If you read-up on it, I think you will find it to be a viable option for your son. All best."

11/22/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "You must be devastated!

I would start with a baseline to see what is missing or not there or not supposed to be there.

1. Check his hormones with a comprehensive male profile I at ZRT Labs.

2. Get complete blood work done to check for vitamin deficiencies, allergies, etc. I am from Canada so we can have it done for free. You may have to pay for yours on your own.

3. Comprehensive stool analysis at Great Plains Laboratory which will eliminate some nasty issues like parasites.

I tried to send you the links but the site won't allow me to.

Instead of flying blind you need to determine what is lacking &/or should not be there so initially it will cost more but the end result will be more accurate with the least intrusion on your poor boy. I cannot imagine having to live in his poor little head.

I hope this is of help?"

11/22/2013: Louwrence from Rustenburg, South Africa: "Hi Laura, Check Bioacoustics & Dr Campbell/autistic."

11/22/2013: Prioris from Fl: "If the meds are synthetic medications, maybe it is causing the symptoms. I would stay away from synthetic medications."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Many documented cases of autism or the autism spectrum disorders have been significantly improved or cured altogether w/ the Miracle Mineral solution (MMS); Here is the homepage. http://genesis2church.org/. There is lots of d.i.y. info or a health & healing minister can be summoned to treat the child."

11/22/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Laura: The 80/10/10ers have had good success with a variety of conditions. You can watch their videos for info. Cooked regular food does not provide all the body requires and meds have side effects. I take the superfoods in a glass of water every hour with some raw wildflower honey. Fermented wildharvested nutrients have the most potency."

11/22/2013: Liz from Boston, Massachusetts: "Laura - I've read many, many encouraging testimonials from people who have used Inositol for OCD, among other things.

Inositol, though often referred to as vitamin B8, is actually a naturally-occurring glucose isomer vs. a vitamin. It is easily obtained online or at vitamin stores and from all that I've read (which is a lot), it is perfectly safe.

If you read-up on it, I think you will find it to be a viable option for your son. All best."

11/22/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "You must be devastated!

I would start with a baseline to see what is missing or not there or not supposed to be there.

1. Check his hormones with a comprehensive male profile I at ZRT Labs.

2. Get complete blood work done to check for vitamin deficiencies, allergies, etc. I am from Canada so we can have it done for free. You may have to pay for yours on your own.

3. Comprehensive stool analysis at Great Plains Laboratory which will eliminate some nasty issues like parasites.

I tried to send you the links but the site won't allow me to.

Instead of flying blind you need to determine what is lacking &/or should not be there so initially it will cost more but the end result will be more accurate with the least intrusion on your poor boy. I cannot imagine having to live in his poor little head.

I hope this is of help?"

11/22/2013: Louwrence from Rustenburg, South Africa: "Hi Laura, Check Bioacoustics & Dr Campbell/autistic."

11/22/2013: Prioris from Fl: "If the meds are synthetic medications, maybe it is causing the symptoms. I would stay away from synthetic medications."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Many documented cases of autism or the autism spectrum disorders have been significantly improved or cured altogether w/ the Miracle Mineral solution (MMS); Here is the homepage. http://genesis2church.org/. There is lots of d.i.y. info or a health & healing minister can be summoned to treat the child."

11/22/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Laura: The 80/10/10ers have had good success with a variety of conditions. You can watch their videos for info. Cooked regular food does not provide all the body requires and meds have side effects. I take the superfoods in a glass of water every hour with some raw wildflower honey. Fermented wildharvested nutrients have the most potency."

11/22/2013: Liz from Boston, Massachusetts: "Laura - I've read many, many encouraging testimonials from people who have used Inositol for OCD, among other things.

Inositol, though often referred to as vitamin B8, is actually a naturally-occurring glucose isomer vs. a vitamin. It is easily obtained online or at vitamin stores and from all that I've read (which is a lot), it is perfectly safe.

If you read-up on it, I think you will find it to be a viable option for your son. All best."

11/22/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "You must be devastated!

I would start with a baseline to see what is missing or not there or not supposed to be there.

1. Check his hormones with a comprehensive male profile I at ZRT Labs.

2. Get complete blood work done to check for vitamin deficiencies, allergies, etc. I am from Canada so we can have it done for free. You may have to pay for yours on your own.

3. Comprehensive stool analysis at Great Plains Laboratory which will eliminate some nasty issues like parasites.

I tried to send you the links but the site won't allow me to.

Instead of flying blind you need to determine what is lacking &/or should not be there so initially it will cost more but the end result will be more accurate with the least intrusion on your poor boy. I cannot imagine having to live in his poor little head.

I hope this is of help?"

11/22/2013: Louwrence from Rustenburg, South Africa: "Hi Laura, Check Bioacoustics & Dr Campbell/autistic."

11/22/2013: Prioris from Fl: "If the meds are synthetic medications, maybe it is causing the symptoms. I would stay away from synthetic medications."

11/19/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Mary,

I will pass along a few ideas to get you started with what you have on hand to promote your healing. Some posters here are better than I at the big picture and may have some more comprehensive ideas for you. But you can definitely get started with what you have and see how it goes and make changes as you go along until you are feeling well again. The thing about dosages is, that there are usually not hard and fast rules. With my own family, I start with one thing and increase or decrease amounts and frequency of dosage depending on how the person feels.

For the borax, Ted recommends 1/4 teaspoon in a liter of water daily for women. For men, it is 1/2 teaspoon per liter. You mention that you are very tall and 175 pounds. You may do well with the 1/2 teaspoon. Or your could try 3/8 teaspoon. This you can sip throughout the day.

For your Apple Cider Vinegar, try 1 Tablespoon in 6-8 ounces of water morning and evening.

For your coconut oil, start with 1 teaspoon three times a day and work up to 3 Tablespoons three times a day. You can take it plain or put it on toast, or put it in a fruit smoothie or whatever.

My family has not used baking soda much internally. Perhaps someone else will have a thought on that. Some people do use Apple Cider Vinegar and baking soda together.

You might try starting with one of the above and adding something else every few days to make sure nothing disagrees with you.

For your cough, you might consider trying Bill's Hydrogen Peroxide inhalation therapy. Mullein Leaf Tea would also be good to try for the cough. It is also important to avoid dairy with any cough, as you probably know.

An Epsom Salt bath (1 cup per tub) at night might help some with the sleeping. Adding a couple of drops of eucalyptus essential oil, or lavender essential oil or both may help with the sleep and cough.

I am assuming you are working on reducing the sugar consumption and trying to eat well.

Please let us know what you try and what helps. I hope you feel better soon!

~Mama to Many~"

11/19/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Mary: Well intentioned people like yourself condemn sugar because you heard this from a supplement manufacturer. There is a lot more money to be made from isolates than from foods like whole cane, raw wildflower honey, and organic produce. These substances were created by God for the good of his creatures like the butterfly who migrates 3, 000 miles from Canada to Mexico. As long as you believe they are enlightened knowledgable wise men and that their advertisement is an explanation of reality the way reality really is you are going to continue to suffer. Many 80/10/10ers have recovered from diabetes, cancer, and candida while eating fruit. You can watch their videos. Andrew Kim decided to study cellular biology when his dog died in his arms. He explains technically why sugar is necessary. You can read his blogs."

11/19/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Hi again, Mary,

I thought I should clarify this...I do agree with Mike that natural sugar is healthy. When I said that I assumed that you were reducing sugar, I meant the processed kind. I think natural sugar (honey, fruit, etc.), is good for you.

~Mama to Many~"

11/20/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "Thank you so much for being so articulate but of equal importance is what "should" I be taking? I only mentioned what I had on hand.

Acidosis requires alkalinity but candida requires acidity so I am not sure of the order of what to do and how to do it? I can afford to purchase anything else need but I cannot afford to see another doctor because they are killing me.

Thank you so much for the amounts, mama to many, & I will keep them on my list of things to do.

Does anyone know what order and amounts I should be doing for acidosis/yeast (silent reflux/candida)?

I am testing with PH strips. Fresh lemon and water create instant alkalinity. It is higher than what is on the strips (in case this may help anyone else) but it is short lived. If you would like to do this yourself use about 4 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice in about 8 oz of water. I use Xylitol sugar to sweeten as it is antibacterial.

I have tried baking soda in water but I can't seem to get the PH up enough.

I tried extra virgin coconut oil since I use it a lot anyway. It made the horrific brown phlegm I have been coughing up clear and frothy but It was still very thick & mucousy. It gave me extreme diarrhea for a couple of days so I discontinued the EVCO.

Help? Any scientists out there that know what the order of care should be and what I should use and in what amounts? So sorry to hear about Ted too. Can we help him in any way?"

11/20/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "Sorry Mike...I should have been more specific. When I mention sugar I mean the pure white kind with no benefits. I do use Xylitol and Manuka honey quite a bit. I use the ACV with manuka and xylitol in everything else. I also eat a lot if fruit for exactly the reasons you have mentioned as they contain a lot of powerful antioxidants. I try to stay away from the more moldy fruits like cantaloupe until I get this under control.

Thanks for reminding everyone about the benefits of the good sugars!"

11/20/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "Hi Mama to Many! Please read my response to Mike. You were correct when you assumed I meant white sugar only."

11/20/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Mary: The simple solution of increasing the respiratory quotient and improving digestion solves all the complicated problems. Insulin, carbon dioxide, oxygen, and electricity prevent the candida from eating the sugar. Home made water kefir is the best way to improve digestion. The cost is 15 cents per pint. I take 4 pints per day. Low levels of ATP weaken the cells. You need 2000 calories to make fuel, 240 calories for protein, and 240 calories for oil. The protein and oils are for structure, metabolic enzymes, hormones, and neurotransmitters. Take 250g raw wildflower honey and 250g organic whole dried cane juice for fuel, 20g non denatured whey isolate, 10g absorbable colostrum, 10g nondefatted dessicated liver, 7g hawaiin spirulina, 3g chlorella, and 30g raw cocoa powder for protein and beneficial substances, 30g black chia seeds, 5ml sesame oil, and 20g expellar pressed coconut oil for fats. Just nourishing the cells with raw bioactive nutrients is the way to get better."

11/21/2013: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines: "Hi Mary...I would try the following for your reflux, chest and candida problems:

Acid Reflux
It's well known that stomach digestion needs an acid medium whereas main stage duodenal digestion(in the upper intestines) needs an alkaline to neutral medium for healhty digestion.

Initially, food digestion occurs in the stomach where pepsin is needed to initiate protein digestion, where correct syomach acidity kills pathogens incoming with the food and where the stomach muscles help to churn and break up the food for better digestion. After a short period a hormone called secretin is secreted when stomach acidity as at the correct pH acid levels. This hormone -- secretin -- acts to trigger second stage digestion so that duodenal digestion or main stage digestion can occur.

The problem you therefore have is too little stomach acid, So your decision not to take PPIs was a very wise one indeed -- because PPIs massively reduce stomach acidity so that duodenal digestion is not triggered by secretin and so main stage digestion, where proteins, carbohydrates, fats and sugars are all broken down by specific pancreatic enzymes for absorption into the body, simply does not occur. Instead the food just sits there in the duodenum stagnating, rotting and fast-breeding pathogens in the intestines creating many problems. What you therefore need to do is increase your stomach acid back to normal concentratons which is perhaps the core reason for your reflux problems.

The way to remedy this problem is to supplement pancreatic enzymes (that also contain papain and bromelain), betaine hydrochloride and sodium bicarbonate at every meal.

Take the betaine hydrochloride and pancreatin or pancreatic enzymes with every meal as advised on the labels. You should also supplement sodium bicarbonate or Baking Soda(Arm & Hammer is OK to use) an hour after every meal. The dosage is 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon per dose. The pancreatic enzymes ensure proper food digestion and the betaine hydrochloride supplies the necessary chloride to the stomach to help heal and regenerate proper amounts of hydrochloric acid or gastric acid. And the sodium bicarbonate -- always taken an hour after eating meals -- acts to assure the proper alkaline to neutral medium in the duodenum so that proper main stage digestion and absorption can occur. It's also beneficial to take baking soda with water one hour before you go to bed -- this will reduce the acidity and therefore will help to reduce and eliminate the nocturnal reflux. Eating smaller meals in the evening would also help with both your reflux and insomnia issues.

Candida
As to a remedy for your candida problems, I have recently updated my anti-candida protocol -- please see this link.

Wet Cough
Concerning your problems with phlegm, the candida protocol that I have advised uses lugol's iodine and sea salt, both of which should help to reduce wet coughs and phlegm. If this does not work well then you should perhaps use Bill Munroe's Hydrogen Peroxide method using a fine spray inhaler. See this link."

11/22/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "Bill...thank you so much for giving me the sequence that I was so desperately looking for and your timing is amazing! I just received my 5% lugol's yesterday and took 3 drops this morning. I am on desiccated thyroid so I was planning to take 3 drops 4 x day & slowly increase to whatever I can tolerate. I have been using baking soda as well as HCI tablets. I finally got the stomach burn at 5 tablets yesterday so I will back down to 4 at my next meal. My gastroentologist cringed when I told him I was taking HCI & that is when he wrote the script "even though" I told him it was helping me!

I am not sure I am ready to take turpentine internally. Biologically the link you sent makes perfect sense but my cognitive functioning has been severely impaired to the point that I was taking external glutathione internally & did not realize for 3 wks so I will leave turpentine & MB for my last resorts.

I will gladly do the rest of your protocol as it makes perfect sense. Some rainforest herbs that may be beneficial that you may want to look up are:

• Sangre De Grado (dragon's blood)
• Anamu
• Brazilian pepper Tree

A great site for info is:

http://www.rain-tree.com/sangre.htm#.Uo90vRB5mSM

I have been using the Sangre De Grado with much success because my sugar cravings are waning which means it must be effecting the Candida. I am ordering the Anamu & Brazilian Pepper Tree next.

I cannot thank you enough for such obviously knowledgable and sound advice!!!"

11/23/2013: Bill from San Fernando, The Philippines: "Hi Mary...Just some more advice that may help you.

First, you should always, always take the normal iodine companion nutrients whenever you supplement lugol's iodine to avoid the healing crisis and other problems that can occur whenever you supplement lugol's iodine. These companion nutrients are also contained within the anti-candida protocols that you are now taking.

If you don't wish to use the turpentine protocol then you could instead use nattokinase or serrapeptase(or bromelain and papain) outside mealtimes. These protease enzymes also work to digest and remove hardened and mature biofilms in the intestines which can certainly hinder and slow your path to a cure.

I would also approve of the use of any herbs purchased from the Raintree Nutrition website(especially the Brazilian Peppertree herb). I know this site very well. Leslie Taylor, the owner of this website cured herself of leukemia(AML) by just using herbs from the Amazon rainforest in South America. As a result of her amazing cure she then set up the Raintree Nutrition website for organic herb sales via sustainable farming and also started the now-famous Rainforest Database which I still use today as a reference.

What's more, I bought her book "The Healing Power of Herbs -- Rainforest Herbs" which is a very detailed and thorough book that describes everything you need to know about how to use and prepare these tropical herbs. Indeed it is a tomb of a book as you can imagine and good value This book is what first helped me so much in teaching me how to grow and prepare these herbs for use from my own tropical garden in the Philippines.

So you can imagine how saddened and devastated I was when I learned that the Raintree Nutrition herb sales website had to shutdown mainly due prosecutions by the US FDA. Here is the last letter from Raintree and Leslie Taylor in 2012 detailing the reasons for the herb sales shutdown at Raintree Nutrition. Although they are still selling herbs now -- Raintree have not been renewing their stock of herbs because of all their current problems. "

11/24/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "Hi Bill.

Thanks for the tip! I have some serrapeptase on hand so I will try that today. I have been doing great since adding the Lugol's to my protocol. I also have Leslie's book which I initially bought because I think that people who have used cures natural to their part of the planet have for so much longer than the pharmaceutical companies have been around probably have some sage advice to offer us.

Thank you so much for still thinking of me, Bill. You are obviously a very kind man who likes to help."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "S: The method of topical administration is called "poultice" and is effective. You may also use a warm epsom salt footbath w/ good results. Taking magnesium orally would also help. I take a capsule once daily of "triple magnesium" which is 3 different covalent bonds to mag."

11/22/2013: Steve from Las Vegas: "I believe you can make a "magnesium oil" type solution by just dissolving a small amount of espom salt perhaps a quarter cup with just enough hot water to dissolve the epsom salt crystals. By doing this you will have a solution you can rub on or spray on that should be easily absorbed into the skin. Of course you can buy ready made magnesium chloride oil but it is much more expensive, typically $9-15 for 8oz."

11/22/2013: Blanche from South Louisiana: "Sure. That'll work fine. Never had a shower, but since childhood have had many an Epsom salts compresses. Never known it to irritate skin either. Seems to cool off real fast though, so keep your basin of solution handy. Don't have exact measurements though. I just put in two handfuls or so in a basin of hot water."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Many documented cases of autism or the autism spectrum disorders have been significantly improved or cured altogether w/ the Miracle Mineral solution (MMS); Here is the homepage. http://genesis2church.org/. There is lots of d.i.y. info or a health & healing minister can be summoned to treat the child."

11/22/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Laura: The 80/10/10ers have had good success with a variety of conditions. You can watch their videos for info. Cooked regular food does not provide all the body requires and meds have side effects. I take the superfoods in a glass of water every hour with some raw wildflower honey. Fermented wildharvested nutrients have the most potency."

11/22/2013: Liz from Boston, Massachusetts: "Laura - I've read many, many encouraging testimonials from people who have used Inositol for OCD, among other things.

Inositol, though often referred to as vitamin B8, is actually a naturally-occurring glucose isomer vs. a vitamin. It is easily obtained online or at vitamin stores and from all that I've read (which is a lot), it is perfectly safe.

If you read-up on it, I think you will find it to be a viable option for your son. All best."

11/22/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "You must be devastated!

I would start with a baseline to see what is missing or not there or not supposed to be there.

1. Check his hormones with a comprehensive male profile I at ZRT Labs.

2. Get complete blood work done to check for vitamin deficiencies, allergies, etc. I am from Canada so we can have it done for free. You may have to pay for yours on your own.

3. Comprehensive stool analysis at Great Plains Laboratory which will eliminate some nasty issues like parasites.

I tried to send you the links but the site won't allow me to.

Instead of flying blind you need to determine what is lacking &/or should not be there so initially it will cost more but the end result will be more accurate with the least intrusion on your poor boy. I cannot imagine having to live in his poor little head.

I hope this is of help?"

11/22/2013: Louwrence from Rustenburg, South Africa: "Hi Laura, Check Bioacoustics & Dr Campbell/autistic."

11/22/2013: Prioris from Fl: "If the meds are synthetic medications, maybe it is causing the symptoms. I would stay away from synthetic medications."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "The herb Chinese Scullcap (Scutellaria baicalensis). How to best administer will be for the dr to know but is worth a try.

I have a very strong hunch, but have done no research, on the use of a "cold shower" or "cold bath" for severe cases like coma. Since this healing method is not standard medical information someone who might give it a try would need to document the entire event and if it proves successful a clinical trial would be very good as this treatment has the ability to "shock" the patient back into consciousness just like in the movies where someone gets splashed in the face w/ cold water to terminate their "fainting"."

11/22/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Mike about coma;

A coma condition can be treated with DMSO. Because she is in Germany the doctors might be a little more innovative than the more rigid system here. Have them look at the google site: "Dr Jacobs 60 minutes youtube DMSO" and you'll be started on the powerful use of DMSO. I've read over the years that DMSO used as an IV or applied directly to back of neck can bring a victim out of a coma... Google this and be convinced for yourself."

11/22/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Sorry to hear this. My guess is that it would be very difficult to help her without knowing what has been damaged and the extent if the damage. the body does heal but a hospital setting is a difficult setting to accomplish that. If you find the means, I would make an attempt to communicate with her. She may be aware of her surroundings but unable to communicate.

-----------------------------------

Back in 2010, neuroscientists confirmed that it was possible to communicate with some patients locked in a vegetative state by using an fMRI scanner. Though limited, the breakthrough suggested that more meaningful dialogue with patients in a coma could someday be possible. And now, two years later, it has finally happened. A Canadian man in a vegetative state has used his thoughts to tell scientists that he is not in any pain, marking the first time a patient in such a condition has relayed information relevant to their care.

Scott Routley was involved in a car accident 12 years ago and has been in an apparent vegetative state ever since.

---------------------------------

I would also talk to various certified psychics and see if they have the ability to communicate with someone in a coma. If she does die, I would find a find a certified medium who can assist in communication and bring closure. She may die physically but she may still be with you in spirit so you look for signs around you.

"

11/20/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Heather,

We have used turmeric to treat Staph infections in people and goats. It works very well taken internally.

For an adult, 1 teaspoon twice a day in milk (or 4 capsules twice a day.) It is best taken with some fat, but we didn't always do that and it still works.

To dose you cats...well, it depends on their weight. I gave a 40lb child between 1/4 and 1/2 teaspoon a day of turmeric. (I mixed it in honey to give him.) So, for a 10 pound cat perhaps, 1/16th to 1/8th teaspoon twice a day mixed in some wet cat food.

Can you see the infection on the skin of your cats? You can use some diluted apple cider vinegar on the spots a few times a day (1 part vinegar to 2 parts water.) You can bathe your cats in garlic water. Crush a clove of garlic and let it sit for an hour. Add to warm water in a bucket and bathe cat in it. You can also put a few drops of tea tree essential oil in a tablespoon of coconut oil and put on any spots on the cat twice a day. Some say not to use essential oils on cats. But we did use them on a cat that had ringworm (and kept giving it to my children) and it worked when the vet's medication did not. (1 part tea tree, 1 part lavender, 2 parts olive oil was what we used, by the way.)

Turmeric alone wasn't working for my goat. We ended up using 1 part garlic powder, 1 part olive leaf powder and 1 part Oregon Grape Root powder (internally.) We gave a 120 lb goat 1 Tablespoon of this mix twice a day and it worked. Took a while, but it worked and never returned.

I hope you both are healed soon. Please report back what you try and what helps!

~Mama to Many~"

11/21/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "H: Try a few drops of hydrogen peroxide in their drinking water bowl. Slowly increase untill you see results. Be careful to not use too much as your kitties will go fast.

Also be sure to use kitty food that does not have too much additives and coloring; these can diminish immune function which would cause the infections. Caned food labeled "with gravy" is usually way overload w/ msg's and this is not good.

Also try and find dry food that contains vit-e (purina has one) as cats health improve dramatically from E. You can also add vit-e from softgels to their food, but again be very careful to add only one drop of e to several portions of food as too much E will also make them go fast."

11/21/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Hi again, Heather,

I checked my herb book by Lalitha Thomas, as I recalled she had done the garlic water bath for a kitten. (It had some infections due to being attacked by a wild animal.) She used as much as one clove of garlic per cup of water and kept her cat in the "bath" for 15 minutes. Not sure how you would do that. (She was dealing with a weak kitten.) None of our pets have ever been fond of baths!

~Mama to Many~"

11/22/2013: Theresa from Mpls., Mn: "Hey Heather!

You may find Ted's Anti-fungal/staph solution worth a try.

http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/itchy-skin4.html#TAF

I would use E-collars on the cats to allow them to air dry as much as possible as if they lick off all the solution it may cause them to have loose stools."

EC: Hi Nat,

Thank you for the great suggestion! We've considered doing this in the past, but thought it would be better if EC staff assigned a rating after reviewing the post. However, we will give it a try and see how it goes. Soon we'll update the site with a ratings drop-down box on our feedback form!

02/02/2010: Noels from Wolverhampton, Uk: "Hi Bdegolier

Many years ago I had a very similar problem and went to see my doctor about it. Every day it felt as though I had some toasted bread stuck in my throat. I also worked in a job I hated. When I saw the Dr I described the symptoms and said in passing that when I took my family away at the weekend to our family caravan in the country the symptoms disappeared. My Dr said nothing but wrote me a prescription for a very mild sedative. Within a day the symptoms disappeared never to return, Its surprising how tension can manifest itself!

Hope this helps you
Regards
Noels"

02/03/2010: Linda from York County, Maine: "....to add a tidbit to this thread, I have had periods of time where I feel that my throat is closing - almost like phlegm that I can't be rid of....it has seemed that stress played a part in that since, in retrospect, I can see where I was uptight when these instances occurred. I'm happy to say that the same sensation hasn't presented itself in quite some time...life is good, I guess!"

04/05/2010: Marny from Bedford, Texas: "Bdegolier,

I have been experiencing throat tightness or the sensation there is a lump in my throat. I recently read that forcing yourself to cry would help, so I gave it a try and it did! The lump could be caused by anxiety and crying is a way to release. Makes sense. I hope this helps."

11/22/2013: Lisa from Utah: "I see that this conversation is a few years old but just in case you are still dealing with this issue I will share my experience.

Chinese medicine calls that feeling of a lump in the throat "Plum In Throat" and it can easily be eliminated by a single visit to a good acupuncturist. It was pure coincidence that my husband was using acupuncture to eliminate back pain when I developed this problem. Immediately upon mentioning it I was taken into my own room, a couple simple needles were painlessly placed and 20 minutes later the issue was gone. It has been at least three years since that experience with no recurrence.

Since that time my husband and I overheard a conversation at a local medical clinic where a woman was sharing her experience of a constant lump in her throat. She told the person she was conversing with that she had undergone some sort of unpleasant throat stripping to eliminate her issue and it still wasn't gone. It broke my heart to hear and I was truly grateful that I had been able to avoid such an unpleasant experience.

I hope you have been able to resolve the issue for yourself. If not, find a good acupuncturist in your area."

11/21/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Bill,

Thank you so much for your detailed and informative post. I am sure this post will be helpful to many people!

~Mama to Many~"

11/21/2013: Oregano from On, Canada: "Hello, in my estimation, the best anti-candida remedy ever is slow release caprylic acid. Best regards."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "B: Thanx very much for your in-depth post and good luck on you're new book!

A little testimonial from my case for addendum.

As concerning one of you're previous post on the use of pharms for fungal infections I will dis-agree a bit on total abstinence. In my case, I simply hadn't the will or ability to adhere to the strict protocols offered here. So here's my history w/ the phams for fungal. First, I'm no big fan of pharm and much prefer naturals but in severe cases and for short periods of time I think there is some big advantages that may proove beneficial for many.

I first tried 2 50, 000 iu caps of Nystatin w/ very good results in the gut. Adsorption of food, meds, and supplements was substantially increased. One cap a day for a few days and I had made progress way better than many natural substances, even MMS.

In July 13 I tried my first Lufeneuron 750mg. Two hrs latter felt nothing so took another and begin experiencing some substantial die-off for several hrs latter. Continued w/ 1 750mg daily for the duration of the twelve caps in the bottle. Overall the Lufeneuron did show some improvement but only for a short period and I concluded there would need modifications. I finally obtained some Ketoconazole 200mg and got about the same results as L. My liver function put major restriction on the Keto use so this further hampered any progress. Then I remembered reading something about the safety & effacasy of combining Lufeneuron & conazole type antifungals. I took one 750 mg L w/ evening meal and fallowed w/ Ketoconazole 200mg w/ very powerful results. If the kill effect of L=1x and the power of K=1x, by my estimation, the power of L+K would = at least 4x and proly more. I think this combo renders the fungus completely defenseless. I did this combo about twice weekly for two months w/ substantial improvement but no sign of near complete remission.

Now, on to Borax. I used the oral route very little at first but slowly increased but never to the recommended dosage but opted for 1/4 cup in hot baths combined w/ Berberine and fallowed w/ colloidal silver w/ only modest effects. After having begun the Liposomal Encapsulation Technique w/ vit-c and gth I thought about LET'ing two spoons of borax. The first dose proved immediately releiving so I fallowed w/ 2 more on that day. The taste is quite tolerable and a little chaser makes for no aftertaste. After the first 16oz batch, I was really feeling better, much better. I also highly suspect mycobacterium and mycoplasma infection along w/ candida and likiely aspergilus, so this lipo borax seems to be dealing a broadspectrum death to these pathogens w/ no significant die-off to report. I only yesterday started my second batch. I know of no other testimonials or trials on lipo borax and this is my first post, but do carefully consider the (so far) major good results I am experiencing w/ this method. Other plausable applications would be in cancer protocols as the lipo application of borax may proove possibly way more effective for cancer killing than the traditional bsm/sodium bicarbonate delivery method in comparison."

11/22/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Timh:

Anti-candida/yeasts,

I had great result with Nystatin also. Important to note Nystatin is NOT a statin drug."

11/22/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Oregano, does that mean a tablespoon a day of Coconut Oil?"

11/22/2013: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines: "Hi Timh...Much thanks for sharing your insight as to your own considerable problems. I very much appreciate your feedback concerning candida as regarding what you've tried and what works because the only feedback I tend to get is from the people that I directly try and help and the rest comes from studying research and testimonials which is always ongoing. This also gives me a chance to trade some ideas about candida with you.

I was quite intrigued with your use of liposomal vit c and glutathione. I've also used these forms and made them at home using lecithin etc because its so much cheaper than paying ridiculous sums of money for the same stuff. I even wondered whether it was possible to make liposomal fulvic acid, but that's another story. I must also add that your use of lipo borax is very innovative and is definitely worth using according to your very positive results.

But one idea that might also be useful for you is perhaps to make another form a liposomal nutrient such as with potassium iodide. I am considering trying this for several reasons. KI is a strong anti-oxidant which strengthens the thyroid and which also helps to re-supply many other iodine storage sites all over the body. But the real reason to use iodide in the liposomal form is that it helps to more efficiently deliver iodide rapidly to the cells.

It's well know that iodides, chlorides and vitamin c are essential ammunition for the immune system. The immune system phagocytes, neutrophils etc use these substances in their pro-oxidant forms to destroy pathogens in the body. When a pathogen is detected then the stored chlorides within the phagocyte are rapidly converted to hypochlorous acid(HOCL) and this is sprayed outside the phagocyte all over the pathogen in what's called a respiratory burst and the pathogen is thus destroyed by pro-oxidant action. Similarly and in the same sort of way, iodides within the phagocyte are rapidly converted to hypoiodous acid(HOI) and sprayed outside the phagocyte during a respiratory burst for the same beneficial result. Furthermore, specific enzymes within the neutrophil or phagocyte also require hydrogen peroxide to complete these conversions from chlorides and iodides to HOCL and HOI respectively. The vit c stored in the phagocytes is what is converted into hydrogen peroxide which is also sprayed out onto the pathogen to good effect and which is also needed to convert these anti-oxidant forms of both chlorides and iodides into their more active and useful pro-oxidant forms in order to destroy all invading pathogens(including candida). Therefore by greatly increasing vit c, iodides and chlorides in the body -- you effectively are supplying greater ammunition to the immune system for its fight against pathogens. Interestingly, I have also read that HOI is seven times more effective against pathogens than HOCL.

So my suggestion to you is this: Why not create a lipo form that consists of an aqueous mixture of both potassium iodide and sodium ascorbate to more greatly enhance your immune system (to supply it with more ammunition)? As far as I understand it, and from my descriptions in the above paragraph, I think that this combination may well have much greater beneficial effects on your immune system than just taking lipo vit c on its own. You could also make another more effectve lipo version by just adding lugols iodine to sodium ascorbate or ascorbic acid in solution. This would convert all the iodine -- the molecular iodine -- to the iodide form. Its reaction with ascorbic acid also creates dehydroascorbic acid which has exactly the same properties as ascorbic acid or ascorbate -- but only the dehydro form is able to more easily penetrate the blood/bone and blood/brain barriers for a much wider beneficial effect than the iodide form on its own with vit c.

Time ant time again I also read about people who adopt a new anti-candida protocol, which does quite well for a while and then they simply hit a brick wall with little further improvement in their candida or other problems. So I ask myself the following questions about candida:

How does candida avoid anti-fungals and the immune system?

Where and how does candida hide to avoid the immune system and ant-fungals?

I've already explained how candida can avoid antifungals by hiding in biofilms, by breeding with host cells, by hiding in the blood, tissues and organs etc but this still dose not seem to adequately explain why so many people hit this brick wall when trying to get rid of their candida issues.

Then I happened to read a testimonial about a woman who decided to try nystatin dissolved in water as an enema. She apparently cured her own serious candida problems(which she had had for years) with rapid improvement in only a matter of weeks by using the enema approach. This also made complete sense to me, because if the candida has already spread throughout the intestines all the way down to your caecum and colon in force then it seems quite reasonable to ague that whatever you orally take as an anti-candida remedy will be completely dissipated, absorbed, used up, exhausted etc by the time it reaches the caecum and colon area and so that's why these oral remedies will be ineffective against candida in the caecum/colon area. This therefore allows the candida to easily set up its untouched headquarters and poison factories in the colon/caecum area because anything that you are taking via the oral route will simply not be effective in reaching this area.

So it would seem to make complete sense to more effectively attack the candida simultaneously from both ends of the alimentary canal at the same time. And although the girl who cured herself used a simple water-nystatin enema, there are certainly other methods and possibilities that you could try.

For instance, you could also use a simple suppository made of frozen coconut oil. In fact, they sell these preformed coconut oil suppositories in the Philippines and I've tried them -- they are very easy to use and convenient. You just put them in the freezer and when they are frozen hard you just slip them quickly into the rectum. The coconut oil rapidly melts and disperse in the rectum at body temperature and, if I made my own suppositories from coconut oil, I would probably also add a few drops of lugol's iodine as well as add drops of turpentine to greatly strengthen this remedy. The size of these coconut suppositories is about an inch long and of similar circular dimensions to toothpaste. As an afterthought, there's also no reason why you couldn't use these frozen coconut oil suppositories in the uterus to similarly destroy local candida.

I must also add here that just taking suppositories to get rid of candida in the lower intestines is not the end of the story because what you are doing with the enema or suppository approach will only get rid of the headquarters of candida in just the intestines. But, in serious candida issues, you will still have to continue taking oral protocols that act to remove candida and other pathogens from the blood, tissues and organs(outside the intestines). If you don't remove the systemic or mycelial form from your blood then this form will just act to come back and re-populate your intestines and you will have made very little progress to a cure."

11/23/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Thanx for the extensive & informative reply, Bill. Since my lipo-c tends to be overly irritating to the esophagus and tummy, your suggested sodium ascorbate just might be the answer; and in combo w/ iodine certainly seems like a better advantage.

As for rectal administration, I have historically used povidone Iodne plus coffee enema w/ decent success. But lately I use a mixture of commercial grade veg. oil plus appropriate measure of grapefruitseed extract w/ very good results. My case is so severe that before getting out-of-bed, my colon is so contaminated that I require multiple hydrogen peroxide enemas (measured & mixed w/ water for suitable administration) until I finally get "cleaned out" and still require the oil based grapefruitseed extract. This has been going on many yrs and the severity, in comparison to others, is to the point of embarrassing mentally, and near death physically. The best abstract explanation I can provide is the Hulda Clark heavy metals/zenobiotics in combo w/ (in my case 3 species of parasites/worms I.e. fluke, tape, and round and at this point I think only eggs, cyst, and stages) and the attending pathogens and very bad stuff like malonic acid, to the max degree. I have been in the trenches for 3 yrs now and am surprisingly still alive. If not for the recent lipo trt I would proly be dead, although I have not yet tried some of the advanced MMS protocols that are good at reducing the nausea (which was a big problem for me). There are also symbolic aspects that may betray malicious spiritual intent. As w/ many severe chronic illnesses one questions for causes as the possibility of accident seems small in comparison to very likely evil design. Maybe going to far here, but there is some plausibility to it all, unlike primitive peoples who understood their diseases mostly thrugh shamans probing and exorcising the "evil spirits". Unfortunately they had not a correct measure of balance of science/spirt to validate their superstitions.

Back to the lipo, I have not yet published the results but now seems appropriate although maybe premature, the standard black walnut hulls, clove, and wormwood plus grapefruitseed extract, garlic extract, and oregano extract. The first 16oz batch was consumed through out the evening w/ the lower back tightening feeling that is my key indicator of para/path killing, and experience die-off symptoms for 2 days whereupon I drank another half batch w/ some seeming breakthrough results. That night fallowing the second batch, I experienced significant viral loading in the gut/liver whereupon 2 250mg bht fallowed by one cap chanka paedra w/ much relief. The lipo borax seems to compliment the lipo herbal very well and I am going steady w/ 2 doses each daily and seem to be slowly improving and beginning to have some real hope.

Back to the lipo gth, if I may indulge. Before finishing the first batch, I experienced mass parasite & pathogen mobilization which also included viral. On one occasion there was a crisis situation that would proly have lead to very high fever and possibly kidney or heart damage but one good dose lipo-c resolved the issue within minutes; so I thank dr Levy for his practice and teachings as this application proly saved my life.

So, I am stimulated by your proposal to try the aforementioned lipo iodine/c protocol as I certainly need it.

Also, am going to try lipo cilantro prior to foot spa for the removal of heavy metals, in lue of a more risky lipo edta. Any info on lipo oxygen? Seems possible. Ozone is bubbled into water or olive oil, why not water/lecithin? "

11/23/2013: Lola from London: "How does one make a lipo version of vitamins and nutrients?"

10/29/2009: Christie from Cottage Grove, Tn: "Dear Angela,

I just read your post about cayenne for IC. You posted July of 2009. It is now October. I would be very interested to know whether you are still taking the cayenne and how it has worked out over the last three months. Thank you!

--Christie"

06/27/2010: Jim from Franklin Park, Illinois: "My girlfriend has suffered from IC for years. She has loosely controlled (only a couple of flare ups a year) it with diet. The taking of Cayenne sounds crazy for those suffering from IC. I am looking an update from anyone using Cayenne to treat IC. Thanks for any help."

06/16/2012: Scully from Saint Charles, Mo: "I was first diagnosed with IC five years ago, went into remission after being put on meds, was fine, until 2/12. Suddenly, it flared up, and has been back with a vengeance. Since Feb, I have had two bladder distillations, and one bladder stretching. My urologist said that he is out of options, and recommended me to a clinic specializing in IC. He said that they can inject me with (if I can't say the name, it's the same thing as cow's pee, or people inject it in between their eyebrows for anti-aging effects). Anyway, my bladder is officially exit only now; I don't want any more wierd stuff going on. My family doctor just put me on a two week short term-disability, to get away from my stressful job. When I got home to tell my husband, he told me that he didn't want to be married anymore because of all of my medical problems. We've been married almost 11 years.

I know this is a long, boring story. I guess that I'm frustrated, and out of options. I've noticed that a lot of people who have IC also have stomach problems.

I would be interested in trying the cayenne, but I know that it would fry my tum.

If anyone truly recommends the essential oils, and you could only take five to begin, which ones would they be? I am in a constant pain, basically. I'm sure like everybody else.

Thanks for listening and the advice.

Scully"

06/18/2012: Heather from Leicester: "Hi, You could send a request to Ted as this maybe something he's interested in. I would think an alkaline diet would help you. I have read somewhere on Ted remedies that salt water helps urine/bladder infections. I have heard that essential oils need to be used under guidance."

06/19/2012: Diana from Horseheads, New York: "I was diagnosed with IC a little over a year ago after going through pain for three years and several urologists and obgyns that didn't know squat... Give out a script and see ya! I finally got rippin mad and told them to recommend someone out of town that knows whats going on. I had to travel an hour from home to get better information. I was treated for the IC in a couple of ways and symptoms came back again and we tried another avenue... I had day surgery to explore my bladder and they discovered a stone... Just had this removed a month ago at a well known facility in the other direction two hours away... Relief is wonderful... No more pain (and previous pelvic mesh was part of my problem)... Please do not just accept one person's opinion or diagnosis... Go for more - IT IS WORTH THE TRIP!"

06/20/2012: Shampoo from Los Angeles, California: "I simmer the Kidney Cleanse tea for about an hour on low, after immediately getting it to boiling. To the point where after an hour, I need to add more fresh water to it, to make a full cup when Im done with it. I like to make it dark, and to get as much out of the roots as possible. I drink 2 cups a day. I make a batch in the morning and evening, and get one cup out of each batch, each time. Im also back to drinking fluids normally now aswell. Ive also bought severa bunches of fresh parsley for from the grocery at 89 cents each, to last me the next seven days. I juice a full shot glass morning and evening. It tastes awfully earthy, but hey, its better than the urine tea I was drinking, and I am healing. Praise God, as God answered my prayer."

10/18/2013: Veronicac from San Antonio, Texas: "@shampoo. That was a wealth of information. Now I know some of the things to research and what to ask about when I make an appointment with a urologist. Thanks for such a detailed journey. I hope I can finally end this horrible illness."

10/19/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "Hello Veronica,

About IC, I scanned the posts on IC under Ailments (Earth Clinic) and didn't find DMSO discussed as a remedy.

DMSO is the only approved use officially given for it by the FDA. Doctors will topically apply weekly for six to eight weeks. DMSO is remarkable and ignored by the regular medical community although used by Vets all the time. And for IC, as I say, the FDA says "yes" to DMSO.

Could one self apply? Well it absorbs into skin and the whole body so one could simply apply topically to gain the same, or near some effect as applied by Doctor via urethra to surface of bladder.

Google "youtube DMSO Dr Jacobs" for a great 3 part study of DMSO.

Many Alternative Doctors who administer IV nutritional treatments finish the treatment with 25 cc of DMSO to make the nutrients fully infuse into the body. And as my Doctor told me, the DMSO carries the nutrients in such IVs past the blood brain barrier into the brain. My point here is that DMSO can go direct via IV (or orally) and is safe to use even straight into the system. If used orally, you'd want to use Dr Jacobs brand and dilute with purified water. Use a tablespoon of DMSO to ten tablespoons of purified water. I'd use distilled water.

So for those suffering with IC, consider DMSO. You can google, "interstitial cystitis dmso" and you'll find a Mayo Clinic site that discusses DMSO use by MDs."

11/22/2013: Drumchild from Los Angeles, Ca: "Wow. Would u suggest to do the doxy for ureaplasma agani? I'm scared ..as u sounded like it was really hard on your body!
Thank you."

11/19/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Mary,

I will pass along a few ideas to get you started with what you have on hand to promote your healing. Some posters here are better than I at the big picture and may have some more comprehensive ideas for you. But you can definitely get started with what you have and see how it goes and make changes as you go along until you are feeling well again. The thing about dosages is, that there are usually not hard and fast rules. With my own family, I start with one thing and increase or decrease amounts and frequency of dosage depending on how the person feels.

For the borax, Ted recommends 1/4 teaspoon in a liter of water daily for women. For men, it is 1/2 teaspoon per liter. You mention that you are very tall and 175 pounds. You may do well with the 1/2 teaspoon. Or your could try 3/8 teaspoon. This you can sip throughout the day.

For your Apple Cider Vinegar, try 1 Tablespoon in 6-8 ounces of water morning and evening.

For your coconut oil, start with 1 teaspoon three times a day and work up to 3 Tablespoons three times a day. You can take it plain or put it on toast, or put it in a fruit smoothie or whatever.

My family has not used baking soda much internally. Perhaps someone else will have a thought on that. Some people do use Apple Cider Vinegar and baking soda together.

You might try starting with one of the above and adding something else every few days to make sure nothing disagrees with you.

For your cough, you might consider trying Bill's Hydrogen Peroxide inhalation therapy. Mullein Leaf Tea would also be good to try for the cough. It is also important to avoid dairy with any cough, as you probably know.

An Epsom Salt bath (1 cup per tub) at night might help some with the sleeping. Adding a couple of drops of eucalyptus essential oil, or lavender essential oil or both may help with the sleep and cough.

I am assuming you are working on reducing the sugar consumption and trying to eat well.

Please let us know what you try and what helps. I hope you feel better soon!

~Mama to Many~"

11/19/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Mary: Well intentioned people like yourself condemn sugar because you heard this from a supplement manufacturer. There is a lot more money to be made from isolates than from foods like whole cane, raw wildflower honey, and organic produce. These substances were created by God for the good of his creatures like the butterfly who migrates 3, 000 miles from Canada to Mexico. As long as you believe they are enlightened knowledgable wise men and that their advertisement is an explanation of reality the way reality really is you are going to continue to suffer. Many 80/10/10ers have recovered from diabetes, cancer, and candida while eating fruit. You can watch their videos. Andrew Kim decided to study cellular biology when his dog died in his arms. He explains technically why sugar is necessary. You can read his blogs."

11/19/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Hi again, Mary,

I thought I should clarify this...I do agree with Mike that natural sugar is healthy. When I said that I assumed that you were reducing sugar, I meant the processed kind. I think natural sugar (honey, fruit, etc.), is good for you.

~Mama to Many~"

11/20/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "Thank you so much for being so articulate but of equal importance is what "should" I be taking? I only mentioned what I had on hand.

Acidosis requires alkalinity but candida requires acidity so I am not sure of the order of what to do and how to do it? I can afford to purchase anything else need but I cannot afford to see another doctor because they are killing me.

Thank you so much for the amounts, mama to many, & I will keep them on my list of things to do.

Does anyone know what order and amounts I should be doing for acidosis/yeast (silent reflux/candida)?

I am testing with PH strips. Fresh lemon and water create instant alkalinity. It is higher than what is on the strips (in case this may help anyone else) but it is short lived. If you would like to do this yourself use about 4 tablespoons of fresh lemon juice in about 8 oz of water. I use Xylitol sugar to sweeten as it is antibacterial.

I have tried baking soda in water but I can't seem to get the PH up enough.

I tried extra virgin coconut oil since I use it a lot anyway. It made the horrific brown phlegm I have been coughing up clear and frothy but It was still very thick & mucousy. It gave me extreme diarrhea for a couple of days so I discontinued the EVCO.

Help? Any scientists out there that know what the order of care should be and what I should use and in what amounts? So sorry to hear about Ted too. Can we help him in any way?"

11/20/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "Sorry Mike...I should have been more specific. When I mention sugar I mean the pure white kind with no benefits. I do use Xylitol and Manuka honey quite a bit. I use the ACV with manuka and xylitol in everything else. I also eat a lot if fruit for exactly the reasons you have mentioned as they contain a lot of powerful antioxidants. I try to stay away from the more moldy fruits like cantaloupe until I get this under control.

Thanks for reminding everyone about the benefits of the good sugars!"

11/20/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "Hi Mama to Many! Please read my response to Mike. You were correct when you assumed I meant white sugar only."

11/20/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Mary: The simple solution of increasing the respiratory quotient and improving digestion solves all the complicated problems. Insulin, carbon dioxide, oxygen, and electricity prevent the candida from eating the sugar. Home made water kefir is the best way to improve digestion. The cost is 15 cents per pint. I take 4 pints per day. Low levels of ATP weaken the cells. You need 2000 calories to make fuel, 240 calories for protein, and 240 calories for oil. The protein and oils are for structure, metabolic enzymes, hormones, and neurotransmitters. Take 250g raw wildflower honey and 250g organic whole dried cane juice for fuel, 20g non denatured whey isolate, 10g absorbable colostrum, 10g nondefatted dessicated liver, 7g hawaiin spirulina, 3g chlorella, and 30g raw cocoa powder for protein and beneficial substances, 30g black chia seeds, 5ml sesame oil, and 20g expellar pressed coconut oil for fats. Just nourishing the cells with raw bioactive nutrients is the way to get better."

11/21/2013: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines: "Hi Mary...I would try the following for your reflux, chest and candida problems:

Acid Reflux
It's well known that stomach digestion needs an acid medium whereas main stage duodenal digestion(in the upper intestines) needs an alkaline to neutral medium for healhty digestion.

Initially, food digestion occurs in the stomach where pepsin is needed to initiate protein digestion, where correct syomach acidity kills pathogens incoming with the food and where the stomach muscles help to churn and break up the food for better digestion. After a short period a hormone called secretin is secreted when stomach acidity as at the correct pH acid levels. This hormone -- secretin -- acts to trigger second stage digestion so that duodenal digestion or main stage digestion can occur.

The problem you therefore have is too little stomach acid, So your decision not to take PPIs was a very wise one indeed -- because PPIs massively reduce stomach acidity so that duodenal digestion is not triggered by secretin and so main stage digestion, where proteins, carbohydrates, fats and sugars are all broken down by specific pancreatic enzymes for absorption into the body, simply does not occur. Instead the food just sits there in the duodenum stagnating, rotting and fast-breeding pathogens in the intestines creating many problems. What you therefore need to do is increase your stomach acid back to normal concentratons which is perhaps the core reason for your reflux problems.

The way to remedy this problem is to supplement pancreatic enzymes (that also contain papain and bromelain), betaine hydrochloride and sodium bicarbonate at every meal.

Take the betaine hydrochloride and pancreatin or pancreatic enzymes with every meal as advised on the labels. You should also supplement sodium bicarbonate or Baking Soda(Arm & Hammer is OK to use) an hour after every meal. The dosage is 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon per dose. The pancreatic enzymes ensure proper food digestion and the betaine hydrochloride supplies the necessary chloride to the stomach to help heal and regenerate proper amounts of hydrochloric acid or gastric acid. And the sodium bicarbonate -- always taken an hour after eating meals -- acts to assure the proper alkaline to neutral medium in the duodenum so that proper main stage digestion and absorption can occur. It's also beneficial to take baking soda with water one hour before you go to bed -- this will reduce the acidity and therefore will help to reduce and eliminate the nocturnal reflux. Eating smaller meals in the evening would also help with both your reflux and insomnia issues.

Candida
As to a remedy for your candida problems, I have recently updated my anti-candida protocol -- please see this link.

Wet Cough
Concerning your problems with phlegm, the candida protocol that I have advised uses lugol's iodine and sea salt, both of which should help to reduce wet coughs and phlegm. If this does not work well then you should perhaps use Bill Munroe's Hydrogen Peroxide method using a fine spray inhaler. See this link."

11/22/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "Bill...thank you so much for giving me the sequence that I was so desperately looking for and your timing is amazing! I just received my 5% lugol's yesterday and took 3 drops this morning. I am on desiccated thyroid so I was planning to take 3 drops 4 x day & slowly increase to whatever I can tolerate. I have been using baking soda as well as HCI tablets. I finally got the stomach burn at 5 tablets yesterday so I will back down to 4 at my next meal. My gastroentologist cringed when I told him I was taking HCI & that is when he wrote the script "even though" I told him it was helping me!

I am not sure I am ready to take turpentine internally. Biologically the link you sent makes perfect sense but my cognitive functioning has been severely impaired to the point that I was taking external glutathione internally & did not realize for 3 wks so I will leave turpentine & MB for my last resorts.

I will gladly do the rest of your protocol as it makes perfect sense. Some rainforest herbs that may be beneficial that you may want to look up are:

• Sangre De Grado (dragon's blood)
• Anamu
• Brazilian pepper Tree

A great site for info is:

http://www.rain-tree.com/sangre.htm#.Uo90vRB5mSM

I have been using the Sangre De Grado with much success because my sugar cravings are waning which means it must be effecting the Candida. I am ordering the Anamu & Brazilian Pepper Tree next.

I cannot thank you enough for such obviously knowledgable and sound advice!!!"

11/23/2013: Bill from San Fernando, The Philippines: "Hi Mary...Just some more advice that may help you.

First, you should always, always take the normal iodine companion nutrients whenever you supplement lugol's iodine to avoid the healing crisis and other problems that can occur whenever you supplement lugol's iodine. These companion nutrients are also contained within the anti-candida protocols that you are now taking.

If you don't wish to use the turpentine protocol then you could instead use nattokinase or serrapeptase(or bromelain and papain) outside mealtimes. These protease enzymes also work to digest and remove hardened and mature biofilms in the intestines which can certainly hinder and slow your path to a cure.

I would also approve of the use of any herbs purchased from the Raintree Nutrition website(especially the Brazilian Peppertree herb). I know this site very well. Leslie Taylor, the owner of this website cured herself of leukemia(AML) by just using herbs from the Amazon rainforest in South America. As a result of her amazing cure she then set up the Raintree Nutrition website for organic herb sales via sustainable farming and also started the now-famous Rainforest Database which I still use today as a reference.

What's more, I bought her book "The Healing Power of Herbs -- Rainforest Herbs" which is a very detailed and thorough book that describes everything you need to know about how to use and prepare these tropical herbs. Indeed it is a tomb of a book as you can imagine and good value This book is what first helped me so much in teaching me how to grow and prepare these herbs for use from my own tropical garden in the Philippines.

So you can imagine how saddened and devastated I was when I learned that the Raintree Nutrition herb sales website had to shutdown mainly due prosecutions by the US FDA. Here is the last letter from Raintree and Leslie Taylor in 2012 detailing the reasons for the herb sales shutdown at Raintree Nutrition. Although they are still selling herbs now -- Raintree have not been renewing their stock of herbs because of all their current problems. "

11/24/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "Hi Bill.

Thanks for the tip! I have some serrapeptase on hand so I will try that today. I have been doing great since adding the Lugol's to my protocol. I also have Leslie's book which I initially bought because I think that people who have used cures natural to their part of the planet have for so much longer than the pharmaceutical companies have been around probably have some sage advice to offer us.

Thank you so much for still thinking of me, Bill. You are obviously a very kind man who likes to help."

11/21/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Kshitij: The dosages and ratios of vitamins a, d, and k2 hold an important part of the answer. Most vitamins act as co-factors to protein function. Vitamins a and d regulate the activity of genes to produce proteins. K2 activates these proteins to bind calcium for bone remineralization. All foods are very low in d. Blacks get 6 times less d from sunlight as whites. 5000 units of d3 and 30, 000 units of a costs 5 cents. Humic/fulvic acids, xeronines, and k2 are in raw organic and grassfed foods. Eat as much of these as you can. K1 can be converted into k2 when digestion is good. K1 is in organic spices like parsely, basil, sage, and thyme. To improve digestion make home made live ferments. Make green smoothies from organic baby leaves. They contain growth factors not in mature leaves. Eat raw organic whole dried cane sugar for carbs."

11/21/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Look up Herniated Disc and Degerative Disc Disease under ailments where it talks about Hyaluronic Acid. You need a highly absorb-able Hyaluronic Acid, e.g., Biocell."

11/21/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Kshitij: The dosages and ratios of vitamins a, d, and k2 hold an important part of the answer. Most vitamins act as co-factors to protein function. Vitamins a and d regulate the activity of genes to produce proteins. K2 activates these proteins to bind calcium for bone remineralization. All foods are very low in d. Blacks get 6 times less d from sunlight as whites. 5000 units of d3 and 30, 000 units of a costs 5 cents. Humic/fulvic acids, xeronines, and k2 are in raw organic and grassfed foods. Eat as much of these as you can. K1 can be converted into k2 when digestion is good. K1 is in organic spices like parsely, basil, sage, and thyme. To improve digestion make home made live ferments. Make green smoothies from organic baby leaves. They contain growth factors not in mature leaves. Eat raw organic whole dried cane sugar for carbs."

11/21/2013: Prioris from Fl: "Look up Herniated Disc and Degerative Disc Disease under ailments where it talks about Hyaluronic Acid. You need a highly absorb-able Hyaluronic Acid, e.g., Biocell."

11/21/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Julianne: Google Andrew Kim's Blog why cells go bad. He has a graduate degree in cellular biology and explains the solution supported by the 80/10/10ers. In my earlier post re: acid reflux, I give a complete raw whole superfood program that would be applicable in your case too."

11/21/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Julianne, I don't see magnesium on your list, as in topical spray of magnesium chloride or Epsom Salts baths."

11/22/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "Hello Julianne from Charlotte,

Concerning your husband's SJS condition,

Both Ted's remedies and your own list are excellent, please note the viral connection: Google a PubMed site by using key words "Stevens-Johnson Syndrome viral" and you will find the PubMed site. The abstract on that scientific paper specifically states the viral connection.

Well, then that means you definitely need to get rid of the virus or the underlying problem will likely not go away. Many anit virals; Tea tree oil, oil of Oregano, and my favorite is Colloidal Silver.

But for an SJS issue since we are dealing with the skin, use TTO/OoO topically and drink CS twice daily on empty stomach.... Two tablespoons of a good brand CS twice a day. The infection is deep in him so this antiviral protocol might have to last for a year, esp the oral consumption of CS."

11/21/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Bill,

Thank you so much for your detailed and informative post. I am sure this post will be helpful to many people!

~Mama to Many~"

11/21/2013: Oregano from On, Canada: "Hello, in my estimation, the best anti-candida remedy ever is slow release caprylic acid. Best regards."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "B: Thanx very much for your in-depth post and good luck on you're new book!

A little testimonial from my case for addendum.

As concerning one of you're previous post on the use of pharms for fungal infections I will dis-agree a bit on total abstinence. In my case, I simply hadn't the will or ability to adhere to the strict protocols offered here. So here's my history w/ the phams for fungal. First, I'm no big fan of pharm and much prefer naturals but in severe cases and for short periods of time I think there is some big advantages that may proove beneficial for many.

I first tried 2 50, 000 iu caps of Nystatin w/ very good results in the gut. Adsorption of food, meds, and supplements was substantially increased. One cap a day for a few days and I had made progress way better than many natural substances, even MMS.

In July 13 I tried my first Lufeneuron 750mg. Two hrs latter felt nothing so took another and begin experiencing some substantial die-off for several hrs latter. Continued w/ 1 750mg daily for the duration of the twelve caps in the bottle. Overall the Lufeneuron did show some improvement but only for a short period and I concluded there would need modifications. I finally obtained some Ketoconazole 200mg and got about the same results as L. My liver function put major restriction on the Keto use so this further hampered any progress. Then I remembered reading something about the safety & effacasy of combining Lufeneuron & conazole type antifungals. I took one 750 mg L w/ evening meal and fallowed w/ Ketoconazole 200mg w/ very powerful results. If the kill effect of L=1x and the power of K=1x, by my estimation, the power of L+K would = at least 4x and proly more. I think this combo renders the fungus completely defenseless. I did this combo about twice weekly for two months w/ substantial improvement but no sign of near complete remission.

Now, on to Borax. I used the oral route very little at first but slowly increased but never to the recommended dosage but opted for 1/4 cup in hot baths combined w/ Berberine and fallowed w/ colloidal silver w/ only modest effects. After having begun the Liposomal Encapsulation Technique w/ vit-c and gth I thought about LET'ing two spoons of borax. The first dose proved immediately releiving so I fallowed w/ 2 more on that day. The taste is quite tolerable and a little chaser makes for no aftertaste. After the first 16oz batch, I was really feeling better, much better. I also highly suspect mycobacterium and mycoplasma infection along w/ candida and likiely aspergilus, so this lipo borax seems to be dealing a broadspectrum death to these pathogens w/ no significant die-off to report. I only yesterday started my second batch. I know of no other testimonials or trials on lipo borax and this is my first post, but do carefully consider the (so far) major good results I am experiencing w/ this method. Other plausable applications would be in cancer protocols as the lipo application of borax may proove possibly way more effective for cancer killing than the traditional bsm/sodium bicarbonate delivery method in comparison."

11/22/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Timh:

Anti-candida/yeasts,

I had great result with Nystatin also. Important to note Nystatin is NOT a statin drug."

11/22/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Oregano, does that mean a tablespoon a day of Coconut Oil?"

11/22/2013: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines: "Hi Timh...Much thanks for sharing your insight as to your own considerable problems. I very much appreciate your feedback concerning candida as regarding what you've tried and what works because the only feedback I tend to get is from the people that I directly try and help and the rest comes from studying research and testimonials which is always ongoing. This also gives me a chance to trade some ideas about candida with you.

I was quite intrigued with your use of liposomal vit c and glutathione. I've also used these forms and made them at home using lecithin etc because its so much cheaper than paying ridiculous sums of money for the same stuff. I even wondered whether it was possible to make liposomal fulvic acid, but that's another story. I must also add that your use of lipo borax is very innovative and is definitely worth using according to your very positive results.

But one idea that might also be useful for you is perhaps to make another form a liposomal nutrient such as with potassium iodide. I am considering trying this for several reasons. KI is a strong anti-oxidant which strengthens the thyroid and which also helps to re-supply many other iodine storage sites all over the body. But the real reason to use iodide in the liposomal form is that it helps to more efficiently deliver iodide rapidly to the cells.

It's well know that iodides, chlorides and vitamin c are essential ammunition for the immune system. The immune system phagocytes, neutrophils etc use these substances in their pro-oxidant forms to destroy pathogens in the body. When a pathogen is detected then the stored chlorides within the phagocyte are rapidly converted to hypochlorous acid(HOCL) and this is sprayed outside the phagocyte all over the pathogen in what's called a respiratory burst and the pathogen is thus destroyed by pro-oxidant action. Similarly and in the same sort of way, iodides within the phagocyte are rapidly converted to hypoiodous acid(HOI) and sprayed outside the phagocyte during a respiratory burst for the same beneficial result. Furthermore, specific enzymes within the neutrophil or phagocyte also require hydrogen peroxide to complete these conversions from chlorides and iodides to HOCL and HOI respectively. The vit c stored in the phagocytes is what is converted into hydrogen peroxide which is also sprayed out onto the pathogen to good effect and which is also needed to convert these anti-oxidant forms of both chlorides and iodides into their more active and useful pro-oxidant forms in order to destroy all invading pathogens(including candida). Therefore by greatly increasing vit c, iodides and chlorides in the body -- you effectively are supplying greater ammunition to the immune system for its fight against pathogens. Interestingly, I have also read that HOI is seven times more effective against pathogens than HOCL.

So my suggestion to you is this: Why not create a lipo form that consists of an aqueous mixture of both potassium iodide and sodium ascorbate to more greatly enhance your immune system (to supply it with more ammunition)? As far as I understand it, and from my descriptions in the above paragraph, I think that this combination may well have much greater beneficial effects on your immune system than just taking lipo vit c on its own. You could also make another more effectve lipo version by just adding lugols iodine to sodium ascorbate or ascorbic acid in solution. This would convert all the iodine -- the molecular iodine -- to the iodide form. Its reaction with ascorbic acid also creates dehydroascorbic acid which has exactly the same properties as ascorbic acid or ascorbate -- but only the dehydro form is able to more easily penetrate the blood/bone and blood/brain barriers for a much wider beneficial effect than the iodide form on its own with vit c.

Time ant time again I also read about people who adopt a new anti-candida protocol, which does quite well for a while and then they simply hit a brick wall with little further improvement in their candida or other problems. So I ask myself the following questions about candida:

How does candida avoid anti-fungals and the immune system?

Where and how does candida hide to avoid the immune system and ant-fungals?

I've already explained how candida can avoid antifungals by hiding in biofilms, by breeding with host cells, by hiding in the blood, tissues and organs etc but this still dose not seem to adequately explain why so many people hit this brick wall when trying to get rid of their candida issues.

Then I happened to read a testimonial about a woman who decided to try nystatin dissolved in water as an enema. She apparently cured her own serious candida problems(which she had had for years) with rapid improvement in only a matter of weeks by using the enema approach. This also made complete sense to me, because if the candida has already spread throughout the intestines all the way down to your caecum and colon in force then it seems quite reasonable to ague that whatever you orally take as an anti-candida remedy will be completely dissipated, absorbed, used up, exhausted etc by the time it reaches the caecum and colon area and so that's why these oral remedies will be ineffective against candida in the caecum/colon area. This therefore allows the candida to easily set up its untouched headquarters and poison factories in the colon/caecum area because anything that you are taking via the oral route will simply not be effective in reaching this area.

So it would seem to make complete sense to more effectively attack the candida simultaneously from both ends of the alimentary canal at the same time. And although the girl who cured herself used a simple water-nystatin enema, there are certainly other methods and possibilities that you could try.

For instance, you could also use a simple suppository made of frozen coconut oil. In fact, they sell these preformed coconut oil suppositories in the Philippines and I've tried them -- they are very easy to use and convenient. You just put them in the freezer and when they are frozen hard you just slip them quickly into the rectum. The coconut oil rapidly melts and disperse in the rectum at body temperature and, if I made my own suppositories from coconut oil, I would probably also add a few drops of lugol's iodine as well as add drops of turpentine to greatly strengthen this remedy. The size of these coconut suppositories is about an inch long and of similar circular dimensions to toothpaste. As an afterthought, there's also no reason why you couldn't use these frozen coconut oil suppositories in the uterus to similarly destroy local candida.

I must also add here that just taking suppositories to get rid of candida in the lower intestines is not the end of the story because what you are doing with the enema or suppository approach will only get rid of the headquarters of candida in just the intestines. But, in serious candida issues, you will still have to continue taking oral protocols that act to remove candida and other pathogens from the blood, tissues and organs(outside the intestines). If you don't remove the systemic or mycelial form from your blood then this form will just act to come back and re-populate your intestines and you will have made very little progress to a cure."

11/23/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Thanx for the extensive & informative reply, Bill. Since my lipo-c tends to be overly irritating to the esophagus and tummy, your suggested sodium ascorbate just might be the answer; and in combo w/ iodine certainly seems like a better advantage.

As for rectal administration, I have historically used povidone Iodne plus coffee enema w/ decent success. But lately I use a mixture of commercial grade veg. oil plus appropriate measure of grapefruitseed extract w/ very good results. My case is so severe that before getting out-of-bed, my colon is so contaminated that I require multiple hydrogen peroxide enemas (measured & mixed w/ water for suitable administration) until I finally get "cleaned out" and still require the oil based grapefruitseed extract. This has been going on many yrs and the severity, in comparison to others, is to the point of embarrassing mentally, and near death physically. The best abstract explanation I can provide is the Hulda Clark heavy metals/zenobiotics in combo w/ (in my case 3 species of parasites/worms I.e. fluke, tape, and round and at this point I think only eggs, cyst, and stages) and the attending pathogens and very bad stuff like malonic acid, to the max degree. I have been in the trenches for 3 yrs now and am surprisingly still alive. If not for the recent lipo trt I would proly be dead, although I have not yet tried some of the advanced MMS protocols that are good at reducing the nausea (which was a big problem for me). There are also symbolic aspects that may betray malicious spiritual intent. As w/ many severe chronic illnesses one questions for causes as the possibility of accident seems small in comparison to very likely evil design. Maybe going to far here, but there is some plausibility to it all, unlike primitive peoples who understood their diseases mostly thrugh shamans probing and exorcising the "evil spirits". Unfortunately they had not a correct measure of balance of science/spirt to validate their superstitions.

Back to the lipo, I have not yet published the results but now seems appropriate although maybe premature, the standard black walnut hulls, clove, and wormwood plus grapefruitseed extract, garlic extract, and oregano extract. The first 16oz batch was consumed through out the evening w/ the lower back tightening feeling that is my key indicator of para/path killing, and experience die-off symptoms for 2 days whereupon I drank another half batch w/ some seeming breakthrough results. That night fallowing the second batch, I experienced significant viral loading in the gut/liver whereupon 2 250mg bht fallowed by one cap chanka paedra w/ much relief. The lipo borax seems to compliment the lipo herbal very well and I am going steady w/ 2 doses each daily and seem to be slowly improving and beginning to have some real hope.

Back to the lipo gth, if I may indulge. Before finishing the first batch, I experienced mass parasite & pathogen mobilization which also included viral. On one occasion there was a crisis situation that would proly have lead to very high fever and possibly kidney or heart damage but one good dose lipo-c resolved the issue within minutes; so I thank dr Levy for his practice and teachings as this application proly saved my life.

So, I am stimulated by your proposal to try the aforementioned lipo iodine/c protocol as I certainly need it.

Also, am going to try lipo cilantro prior to foot spa for the removal of heavy metals, in lue of a more risky lipo edta. Any info on lipo oxygen? Seems possible. Ozone is bubbled into water or olive oil, why not water/lecithin? "

11/23/2013: Lola from London: "How does one make a lipo version of vitamins and nutrients?"

11/21/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Bill,

Thank you so much for your detailed and informative post. I am sure this post will be helpful to many people!

~Mama to Many~"

11/21/2013: Oregano from On, Canada: "Hello, in my estimation, the best anti-candida remedy ever is slow release caprylic acid. Best regards."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "B: Thanx very much for your in-depth post and good luck on you're new book!

A little testimonial from my case for addendum.

As concerning one of you're previous post on the use of pharms for fungal infections I will dis-agree a bit on total abstinence. In my case, I simply hadn't the will or ability to adhere to the strict protocols offered here. So here's my history w/ the phams for fungal. First, I'm no big fan of pharm and much prefer naturals but in severe cases and for short periods of time I think there is some big advantages that may proove beneficial for many.

I first tried 2 50, 000 iu caps of Nystatin w/ very good results in the gut. Adsorption of food, meds, and supplements was substantially increased. One cap a day for a few days and I had made progress way better than many natural substances, even MMS.

In July 13 I tried my first Lufeneuron 750mg. Two hrs latter felt nothing so took another and begin experiencing some substantial die-off for several hrs latter. Continued w/ 1 750mg daily for the duration of the twelve caps in the bottle. Overall the Lufeneuron did show some improvement but only for a short period and I concluded there would need modifications. I finally obtained some Ketoconazole 200mg and got about the same results as L. My liver function put major restriction on the Keto use so this further hampered any progress. Then I remembered reading something about the safety & effacasy of combining Lufeneuron & conazole type antifungals. I took one 750 mg L w/ evening meal and fallowed w/ Ketoconazole 200mg w/ very powerful results. If the kill effect of L=1x and the power of K=1x, by my estimation, the power of L+K would = at least 4x and proly more. I think this combo renders the fungus completely defenseless. I did this combo about twice weekly for two months w/ substantial improvement but no sign of near complete remission.

Now, on to Borax. I used the oral route very little at first but slowly increased but never to the recommended dosage but opted for 1/4 cup in hot baths combined w/ Berberine and fallowed w/ colloidal silver w/ only modest effects. After having begun the Liposomal Encapsulation Technique w/ vit-c and gth I thought about LET'ing two spoons of borax. The first dose proved immediately releiving so I fallowed w/ 2 more on that day. The taste is quite tolerable and a little chaser makes for no aftertaste. After the first 16oz batch, I was really feeling better, much better. I also highly suspect mycobacterium and mycoplasma infection along w/ candida and likiely aspergilus, so this lipo borax seems to be dealing a broadspectrum death to these pathogens w/ no significant die-off to report. I only yesterday started my second batch. I know of no other testimonials or trials on lipo borax and this is my first post, but do carefully consider the (so far) major good results I am experiencing w/ this method. Other plausable applications would be in cancer protocols as the lipo application of borax may proove possibly way more effective for cancer killing than the traditional bsm/sodium bicarbonate delivery method in comparison."

11/22/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Timh:

Anti-candida/yeasts,

I had great result with Nystatin also. Important to note Nystatin is NOT a statin drug."

11/22/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Oregano, does that mean a tablespoon a day of Coconut Oil?"

11/22/2013: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines: "Hi Timh...Much thanks for sharing your insight as to your own considerable problems. I very much appreciate your feedback concerning candida as regarding what you've tried and what works because the only feedback I tend to get is from the people that I directly try and help and the rest comes from studying research and testimonials which is always ongoing. This also gives me a chance to trade some ideas about candida with you.

I was quite intrigued with your use of liposomal vit c and glutathione. I've also used these forms and made them at home using lecithin etc because its so much cheaper than paying ridiculous sums of money for the same stuff. I even wondered whether it was possible to make liposomal fulvic acid, but that's another story. I must also add that your use of lipo borax is very innovative and is definitely worth using according to your very positive results.

But one idea that might also be useful for you is perhaps to make another form a liposomal nutrient such as with potassium iodide. I am considering trying this for several reasons. KI is a strong anti-oxidant which strengthens the thyroid and which also helps to re-supply many other iodine storage sites all over the body. But the real reason to use iodide in the liposomal form is that it helps to more efficiently deliver iodide rapidly to the cells.

It's well know that iodides, chlorides and vitamin c are essential ammunition for the immune system. The immune system phagocytes, neutrophils etc use these substances in their pro-oxidant forms to destroy pathogens in the body. When a pathogen is detected then the stored chlorides within the phagocyte are rapidly converted to hypochlorous acid(HOCL) and this is sprayed outside the phagocyte all over the pathogen in what's called a respiratory burst and the pathogen is thus destroyed by pro-oxidant action. Similarly and in the same sort of way, iodides within the phagocyte are rapidly converted to hypoiodous acid(HOI) and sprayed outside the phagocyte during a respiratory burst for the same beneficial result. Furthermore, specific enzymes within the neutrophil or phagocyte also require hydrogen peroxide to complete these conversions from chlorides and iodides to HOCL and HOI respectively. The vit c stored in the phagocytes is what is converted into hydrogen peroxide which is also sprayed out onto the pathogen to good effect and which is also needed to convert these anti-oxidant forms of both chlorides and iodides into their more active and useful pro-oxidant forms in order to destroy all invading pathogens(including candida). Therefore by greatly increasing vit c, iodides and chlorides in the body -- you effectively are supplying greater ammunition to the immune system for its fight against pathogens. Interestingly, I have also read that HOI is seven times more effective against pathogens than HOCL.

So my suggestion to you is this: Why not create a lipo form that consists of an aqueous mixture of both potassium iodide and sodium ascorbate to more greatly enhance your immune system (to supply it with more ammunition)? As far as I understand it, and from my descriptions in the above paragraph, I think that this combination may well have much greater beneficial effects on your immune system than just taking lipo vit c on its own. You could also make another more effectve lipo version by just adding lugols iodine to sodium ascorbate or ascorbic acid in solution. This would convert all the iodine -- the molecular iodine -- to the iodide form. Its reaction with ascorbic acid also creates dehydroascorbic acid which has exactly the same properties as ascorbic acid or ascorbate -- but only the dehydro form is able to more easily penetrate the blood/bone and blood/brain barriers for a much wider beneficial effect than the iodide form on its own with vit c.

Time ant time again I also read about people who adopt a new anti-candida protocol, which does quite well for a while and then they simply hit a brick wall with little further improvement in their candida or other problems. So I ask myself the following questions about candida:

How does candida avoid anti-fungals and the immune system?

Where and how does candida hide to avoid the immune system and ant-fungals?

I've already explained how candida can avoid antifungals by hiding in biofilms, by breeding with host cells, by hiding in the blood, tissues and organs etc but this still dose not seem to adequately explain why so many people hit this brick wall when trying to get rid of their candida issues.

Then I happened to read a testimonial about a woman who decided to try nystatin dissolved in water as an enema. She apparently cured her own serious candida problems(which she had had for years) with rapid improvement in only a matter of weeks by using the enema approach. This also made complete sense to me, because if the candida has already spread throughout the intestines all the way down to your caecum and colon in force then it seems quite reasonable to ague that whatever you orally take as an anti-candida remedy will be completely dissipated, absorbed, used up, exhausted etc by the time it reaches the caecum and colon area and so that's why these oral remedies will be ineffective against candida in the caecum/colon area. This therefore allows the candida to easily set up its untouched headquarters and poison factories in the colon/caecum area because anything that you are taking via the oral route will simply not be effective in reaching this area.

So it would seem to make complete sense to more effectively attack the candida simultaneously from both ends of the alimentary canal at the same time. And although the girl who cured herself used a simple water-nystatin enema, there are certainly other methods and possibilities that you could try.

For instance, you could also use a simple suppository made of frozen coconut oil. In fact, they sell these preformed coconut oil suppositories in the Philippines and I've tried them -- they are very easy to use and convenient. You just put them in the freezer and when they are frozen hard you just slip them quickly into the rectum. The coconut oil rapidly melts and disperse in the rectum at body temperature and, if I made my own suppositories from coconut oil, I would probably also add a few drops of lugol's iodine as well as add drops of turpentine to greatly strengthen this remedy. The size of these coconut suppositories is about an inch long and of similar circular dimensions to toothpaste. As an afterthought, there's also no reason why you couldn't use these frozen coconut oil suppositories in the uterus to similarly destroy local candida.

I must also add here that just taking suppositories to get rid of candida in the lower intestines is not the end of the story because what you are doing with the enema or suppository approach will only get rid of the headquarters of candida in just the intestines. But, in serious candida issues, you will still have to continue taking oral protocols that act to remove candida and other pathogens from the blood, tissues and organs(outside the intestines). If you don't remove the systemic or mycelial form from your blood then this form will just act to come back and re-populate your intestines and you will have made very little progress to a cure."

11/23/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Thanx for the extensive & informative reply, Bill. Since my lipo-c tends to be overly irritating to the esophagus and tummy, your suggested sodium ascorbate just might be the answer; and in combo w/ iodine certainly seems like a better advantage.

As for rectal administration, I have historically used povidone Iodne plus coffee enema w/ decent success. But lately I use a mixture of commercial grade veg. oil plus appropriate measure of grapefruitseed extract w/ very good results. My case is so severe that before getting out-of-bed, my colon is so contaminated that I require multiple hydrogen peroxide enemas (measured & mixed w/ water for suitable administration) until I finally get "cleaned out" and still require the oil based grapefruitseed extract. This has been going on many yrs and the severity, in comparison to others, is to the point of embarrassing mentally, and near death physically. The best abstract explanation I can provide is the Hulda Clark heavy metals/zenobiotics in combo w/ (in my case 3 species of parasites/worms I.e. fluke, tape, and round and at this point I think only eggs, cyst, and stages) and the attending pathogens and very bad stuff like malonic acid, to the max degree. I have been in the trenches for 3 yrs now and am surprisingly still alive. If not for the recent lipo trt I would proly be dead, although I have not yet tried some of the advanced MMS protocols that are good at reducing the nausea (which was a big problem for me). There are also symbolic aspects that may betray malicious spiritual intent. As w/ many severe chronic illnesses one questions for causes as the possibility of accident seems small in comparison to very likely evil design. Maybe going to far here, but there is some plausibility to it all, unlike primitive peoples who understood their diseases mostly thrugh shamans probing and exorcising the "evil spirits". Unfortunately they had not a correct measure of balance of science/spirt to validate their superstitions.

Back to the lipo, I have not yet published the results but now seems appropriate although maybe premature, the standard black walnut hulls, clove, and wormwood plus grapefruitseed extract, garlic extract, and oregano extract. The first 16oz batch was consumed through out the evening w/ the lower back tightening feeling that is my key indicator of para/path killing, and experience die-off symptoms for 2 days whereupon I drank another half batch w/ some seeming breakthrough results. That night fallowing the second batch, I experienced significant viral loading in the gut/liver whereupon 2 250mg bht fallowed by one cap chanka paedra w/ much relief. The lipo borax seems to compliment the lipo herbal very well and I am going steady w/ 2 doses each daily and seem to be slowly improving and beginning to have some real hope.

Back to the lipo gth, if I may indulge. Before finishing the first batch, I experienced mass parasite & pathogen mobilization which also included viral. On one occasion there was a crisis situation that would proly have lead to very high fever and possibly kidney or heart damage but one good dose lipo-c resolved the issue within minutes; so I thank dr Levy for his practice and teachings as this application proly saved my life.

So, I am stimulated by your proposal to try the aforementioned lipo iodine/c protocol as I certainly need it.

Also, am going to try lipo cilantro prior to foot spa for the removal of heavy metals, in lue of a more risky lipo edta. Any info on lipo oxygen? Seems possible. Ozone is bubbled into water or olive oil, why not water/lecithin? "

11/23/2013: Lola from London: "How does one make a lipo version of vitamins and nutrients?"

EC: Here's a great website to look up symptoms with key words like "tingling in one foot":

http://www.wrongdiagnosis.com/sym/tingling_in_one_foot.htm

01/05/2011: Stephanie from Eugene, Or: "This might be helpful to those experiencing tingling feet and hands. I started experiencing this in June 2010, I was also dealing with back spasms for the last two years so thought it was just stress. My MD thought I might have early signs of fibromyalgia, I read about that on the internet and found the salicylates were bad for people with fibro. I had been using the "hot patches" that you stick on your back almost daily for a couple of years, those are suppose to have salicylates in them. I stopped using them. I also had been laying on and even sleeping with a heating pad almost daily, I read that heating pads, electric blankets, etc. can disrupt a body's systems. I stopped that! I also started experiencing a painful neck, again thought it was stress.... I started doing some easy yoga neck stretches. Do not roll your neck around in a circle!! Simply slowly drop your chin to your chest and slowly raise back up, do this a few times then drop your chin again and just take deep breaths for a couple of minutes. Then slowly roll your head from the chest position to the left side and then back down, then roll to the right side.... Never forcing, breathe gently and deeply, continue a couple of minutes. I can't tell you which of the above helped or if all three but in 2 or 3 days I was feeling better and completely better in a week. I honestly think it is the neck stretching, something is bothering the nerves in my neck. If I feel is slightly coming back I do the neck stretches. I hope this is helpful to others. Good Luck"

11/19/2013: Jane from Columbus, Ohio: "The parasthesia I am experiencing is a lot worse that that.

It causes excruciating and continual pain that one never forgets for a moment as it is so odd.

Mine started when I got out of car and heard a pop in the thigh/groin area and within 20 minutes my whole foot and part of my calf went numb and has remained such for several years.

They thought it was stemming from l5 in the back where I have several herniated disc and severe stenosis after having been in over 25 car accidents (only two minor ones my fault). One was being run into at 55 mph and missing death by one second and the other was walking and being run over by a car as my worst one)..this caused continual back problems although till this last incident, my chiropractor had been abkle to help me.

I tried natural treatments and finally in desperation steroid shots which were not effective, . I was told surgery may help the leg (but not the back but leg is far worst) but they will not do it due to serve uncontrolled diabetes and risk of infections. I do not want to take nsaid drugs like ibuprofen as this is what lead to my mom's kidney damage and subsequent death from kidney disease/dialysis. I try to do everything natual but cannot always afford what I need. I was thrilled to know about borax today form this site which was a god send and might help several problems I have.

With parasthesia, it feels like I am wearing socks too small all the time and shoes ten sizes too small and like a vise is on my foot. I have constant cramps and pains. I also had neuralgia and severe knee problems which might be the sources of this. I re-injured twice and am going to Er today as I think something is torn as pain is so intense I scream when my leg moves certain ways. I could not stand for 24 hours as no strength in my calf..I think I tore a ligament but if I can get an mri maybe they will see what could be causing my parasthesia. sometime parasthesia feels like the feeling you get when you are frozen from being in 50 degree below zero weather and have to thaw out..sometimes it is like a 100 bee stings.

I considered killing myself from that and a bunch of things but am still here suffering. Out of 100 shoes I have or tried on, I could only find one that did not feel even more viselike even though they were in my size and felt fine preinjury.

Of course there is also numbness, tingling, pins and needles but also muscle cramps and odd sensations though my legs of pain but this may be from the neuropathy I did not feel till recently but nerve conduction test (2 of them) said I had.

I do not feel this is from diabetes as I did have a little numbing on the tips of my toes and then within minutes of that pop where something shifted, half my leg was numb and there has remained.

If anyone knows of anything that will help and also lesson the pain I am now getting form neurology, please let me know. I have seen the forum for that."

11/19/2013: Mr. Ree from U.s.a.: "Vitamin E at 200-300 I.U.'s will stop your legs from cramping and may help everything else...It brings oxygen to the area which is likely your problem. Good luck. You do not need more than 300 I.U's

Google Robert F.Cathcart Vitamin E and leg cramps The Journal of the American Medical Association, Jan. 10 1972 Vol 219. No. 2. He was highly in favor of orthomolecular treatment for all diseases."

11/19/2013: Connie from Utah, Usa: "Hi Jane;

Paresthesia may be a symptom of B12 deficiency, even if the serum blood test shows normal. There can be B12 transport, receptor, etc., difficulties that may be missed by doctors."

11/20/2013: Jane from Columbus, Ohio: "Yes I may be low in b 12 I found a rare genetic defect and had almost all the symptoms in questionnaire and my brother also did. One is not absorbing b vitamins and c and other nutrients and this causes a myriad of seemingly unrelated symptoms. I have long thought family des=eases showed steeming from b vitamins.

I was also a vegan 4 years but did occasionally mess up and also took b12 sometimes. Last year I went off vegan but going back on in January I hope.

The genetic illness is not widely known by doctors. Mine never heard of it nor did she research I don't think though she said she did as there was lot of info online. If I could scrape up $125 I could know for sure but my car just broke cv joint and frame as I rdove on a flat 3 miles in middle of night, had to be junked so lost car I need to be interdependency with no bus line

I also lost refrigerator and washer broke and 15 other things and I am on a very low fixed income so cannot swing the needed test.

Dr did say she would test some of these but I am not anxious to come in due to staff but now like some other times she will think she is right even if she is not and it hit a brick wall.

How might they check it well enough to see the true results.

I did read taking b and some of the other minerals/vitamins helps this disorder but a bunch of stuff happened and I forgot to take it.

Tonight I was in ER due to very possible torn meniscus in knee and/or ligament tear. I do not have it all the time but when I move my knee wrong , the pain first hits me from twisting my knee wrong and reinjured badly 5 days later. I type in pain..they did nothing but say go to doctor Nothing is broken but said I had severe arthritis in knee.

I just found out about borax and can't wait to start it tomorrow to see if it helps all my pain.

The reason I do not think parasthesia was due to b12 was never had this before and a loud pop in groin/thigh and leg right away went numb and painful and stayed that way so it is hard not to associate it with this injury suffered when getting out of car 5 years or so when it first started and before I as a vegan or vegetarian

But I am trying to commit to making some changes towards health and will probably go get those vitamins and start adding to new new program.

There is definitely nerve damage and I have a nerve formula that ids supposed to help with rebuilding myelin sheath but it stinks so bad due to very strong I was sent and if it was not I would put it on leg. Maybe I will take it orally though with gota kola tinctures.

I felt when I found the site and article on boron, god was answering my prayers as this explains a lot like why I was so acidic even when eating 85 to 90% veggies (half raw) and not just acacia the lowest one on the paper. Nothing seems to change it but this I think might and help with pain a lot so I can be more active and walk again to exercise for my diabetes. currently using wheelchair and walker for a few car lengths but can't even use cane now due to my sprain or whatever I tore in knee this week.

Thank you for caring."

11/20/2013: Connie from Utah, Usa: "Hi Jane;

It looks like you've had alot of misfortune lately. I hope it changes for the better now!

There are genetic mutations that can cause B12 deficiency, and the symptoms will be seen in many family members. ( This has happened in my family.)

Last spring, I did a genetics test, and found many mutations that could be responsible for my own deficiency. It's helped me to understand why I need such a high dose of B12 daily. ( I take sublingual, methylcobalamin, 15 mgs. daily.)

Of course, with one health condition, there can be more, and some of these tendencies can also be genetic. I can understand your frustration - I've also tried many diets. They can help, but sometimes, some of us need a little more....

The B12 serum test is the least indicative, although it does catch a minority of people. The Hhomocysteine test is non-specific, because it may indicate low folate, B6, B12, hypothyroid, etc. Urinary Methylmalonic Acid, (MMA), may be better than the others.

The active B12 test, Holo-TC, may be the most accurate now, but still, testing needs improvement.

I hope you find what works best!

http://forums.phoenixrising.me/index.php

(This site is about chronic fatigue/ myalgic encephalomyelitis, but there is alot of discussion regarding B12. Maybe it will interest you.)"

11/20/2013: Jemira from Ks, Us: "Hello Jane, I know the "pop" you are talking about!

5 years ago I was walking and there was suddenly a "pop" in my lower back/hips. The pain was off the scale and I remember it hurt all the way up to the tip of my nose. Felt like I had been punched in the nose and I could smell blood for a second. I was walking in a mall so all I could do was stop and hope noone bumped into me. Well I made it out of the mall and home eventually. Over the next 3 days both of my legs went numb with pins and needles. I was a dancer and knew how to deal with injuries so I rested, ice, etc. and it got some better. I have been to 7 different doctors in 5 years, MDs, DOs, DCs - none can tell me what's wrong to this day. They all say everything looks normal. One even told me, "Somethings are just a mystery."

My diet is clean, I am in mostly good health. I had fluoride poising 2 years ago and am still not over all of what happened there. But when this originally happened 5 years ago I was in very good health. I taught dance classes 5 times a week.

Acupuncture gave me feeling back the first time I had it done but it's never worked as well again. I keep trying it though. Also, this week I tried Alpha Lipoic Acid and and noticing some good results. Feet are warmer and they seem to be feeling more. I've used it twice but I think the dose is too high (250mg) as it causes a strange feeling in my mouth. Going to hold off on taking it till I can get a lower dose of it.

Mostly I am writing this to tell you that you are not alone with your "pop"."

11/21/2013: Mvo from Jhb, Rsa: "Hi, look up "The Miracle Ball Method" by Elaine Petrone maybe you will find some answers. All the best."

EC: Your wish is our command! Now when you click on the Remedies tab at the top of our navigation menu, it will take you to a complete list of herbs, remedies and supplements. You should be able to find Comfrey in a jiffy.

EC: Hi Ed2012, we've had a comfrey page for quite some time! It was one of the first pages we created on Earth Clinic. Looking forward to hearing your feedback!

11/21/2013: Ed2010 from Canada: "Great, Unfortunately, to go to comfrey page, I have to go to EC>Remedies>Herbs>Comfrey. Herbs link should be prominent in the home page. IMHO. Thanks"

EC: Your wish is our command! Now when you click on the Remedies tab at the top of our navigation menu, it will take you to a complete list of herbs, remedies and supplements. You should be able to find Comfrey in a jiffy.

11/21/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Bill,

Thank you so much for your detailed and informative post. I am sure this post will be helpful to many people!

~Mama to Many~"

11/21/2013: Oregano from On, Canada: "Hello, in my estimation, the best anti-candida remedy ever is slow release caprylic acid. Best regards."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "B: Thanx very much for your in-depth post and good luck on you're new book!

A little testimonial from my case for addendum.

As concerning one of you're previous post on the use of pharms for fungal infections I will dis-agree a bit on total abstinence. In my case, I simply hadn't the will or ability to adhere to the strict protocols offered here. So here's my history w/ the phams for fungal. First, I'm no big fan of pharm and much prefer naturals but in severe cases and for short periods of time I think there is some big advantages that may proove beneficial for many.

I first tried 2 50, 000 iu caps of Nystatin w/ very good results in the gut. Adsorption of food, meds, and supplements was substantially increased. One cap a day for a few days and I had made progress way better than many natural substances, even MMS.

In July 13 I tried my first Lufeneuron 750mg. Two hrs latter felt nothing so took another and begin experiencing some substantial die-off for several hrs latter. Continued w/ 1 750mg daily for the duration of the twelve caps in the bottle. Overall the Lufeneuron did show some improvement but only for a short period and I concluded there would need modifications. I finally obtained some Ketoconazole 200mg and got about the same results as L. My liver function put major restriction on the Keto use so this further hampered any progress. Then I remembered reading something about the safety & effacasy of combining Lufeneuron & conazole type antifungals. I took one 750 mg L w/ evening meal and fallowed w/ Ketoconazole 200mg w/ very powerful results. If the kill effect of L=1x and the power of K=1x, by my estimation, the power of L+K would = at least 4x and proly more. I think this combo renders the fungus completely defenseless. I did this combo about twice weekly for two months w/ substantial improvement but no sign of near complete remission.

Now, on to Borax. I used the oral route very little at first but slowly increased but never to the recommended dosage but opted for 1/4 cup in hot baths combined w/ Berberine and fallowed w/ colloidal silver w/ only modest effects. After having begun the Liposomal Encapsulation Technique w/ vit-c and gth I thought about LET'ing two spoons of borax. The first dose proved immediately releiving so I fallowed w/ 2 more on that day. The taste is quite tolerable and a little chaser makes for no aftertaste. After the first 16oz batch, I was really feeling better, much better. I also highly suspect mycobacterium and mycoplasma infection along w/ candida and likiely aspergilus, so this lipo borax seems to be dealing a broadspectrum death to these pathogens w/ no significant die-off to report. I only yesterday started my second batch. I know of no other testimonials or trials on lipo borax and this is my first post, but do carefully consider the (so far) major good results I am experiencing w/ this method. Other plausable applications would be in cancer protocols as the lipo application of borax may proove possibly way more effective for cancer killing than the traditional bsm/sodium bicarbonate delivery method in comparison."

11/22/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Timh:

Anti-candida/yeasts,

I had great result with Nystatin also. Important to note Nystatin is NOT a statin drug."

11/22/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Oregano, does that mean a tablespoon a day of Coconut Oil?"

11/22/2013: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines: "Hi Timh...Much thanks for sharing your insight as to your own considerable problems. I very much appreciate your feedback concerning candida as regarding what you've tried and what works because the only feedback I tend to get is from the people that I directly try and help and the rest comes from studying research and testimonials which is always ongoing. This also gives me a chance to trade some ideas about candida with you.

I was quite intrigued with your use of liposomal vit c and glutathione. I've also used these forms and made them at home using lecithin etc because its so much cheaper than paying ridiculous sums of money for the same stuff. I even wondered whether it was possible to make liposomal fulvic acid, but that's another story. I must also add that your use of lipo borax is very innovative and is definitely worth using according to your very positive results.

But one idea that might also be useful for you is perhaps to make another form a liposomal nutrient such as with potassium iodide. I am considering trying this for several reasons. KI is a strong anti-oxidant which strengthens the thyroid and which also helps to re-supply many other iodine storage sites all over the body. But the real reason to use iodide in the liposomal form is that it helps to more efficiently deliver iodide rapidly to the cells.

It's well know that iodides, chlorides and vitamin c are essential ammunition for the immune system. The immune system phagocytes, neutrophils etc use these substances in their pro-oxidant forms to destroy pathogens in the body. When a pathogen is detected then the stored chlorides within the phagocyte are rapidly converted to hypochlorous acid(HOCL) and this is sprayed outside the phagocyte all over the pathogen in what's called a respiratory burst and the pathogen is thus destroyed by pro-oxidant action. Similarly and in the same sort of way, iodides within the phagocyte are rapidly converted to hypoiodous acid(HOI) and sprayed outside the phagocyte during a respiratory burst for the same beneficial result. Furthermore, specific enzymes within the neutrophil or phagocyte also require hydrogen peroxide to complete these conversions from chlorides and iodides to HOCL and HOI respectively. The vit c stored in the phagocytes is what is converted into hydrogen peroxide which is also sprayed out onto the pathogen to good effect and which is also needed to convert these anti-oxidant forms of both chlorides and iodides into their more active and useful pro-oxidant forms in order to destroy all invading pathogens(including candida). Therefore by greatly increasing vit c, iodides and chlorides in the body -- you effectively are supplying greater ammunition to the immune system for its fight against pathogens. Interestingly, I have also read that HOI is seven times more effective against pathogens than HOCL.

So my suggestion to you is this: Why not create a lipo form that consists of an aqueous mixture of both potassium iodide and sodium ascorbate to more greatly enhance your immune system (to supply it with more ammunition)? As far as I understand it, and from my descriptions in the above paragraph, I think that this combination may well have much greater beneficial effects on your immune system than just taking lipo vit c on its own. You could also make another more effectve lipo version by just adding lugols iodine to sodium ascorbate or ascorbic acid in solution. This would convert all the iodine -- the molecular iodine -- to the iodide form. Its reaction with ascorbic acid also creates dehydroascorbic acid which has exactly the same properties as ascorbic acid or ascorbate -- but only the dehydro form is able to more easily penetrate the blood/bone and blood/brain barriers for a much wider beneficial effect than the iodide form on its own with vit c.

Time ant time again I also read about people who adopt a new anti-candida protocol, which does quite well for a while and then they simply hit a brick wall with little further improvement in their candida or other problems. So I ask myself the following questions about candida:

How does candida avoid anti-fungals and the immune system?

Where and how does candida hide to avoid the immune system and ant-fungals?

I've already explained how candida can avoid antifungals by hiding in biofilms, by breeding with host cells, by hiding in the blood, tissues and organs etc but this still dose not seem to adequately explain why so many people hit this brick wall when trying to get rid of their candida issues.

Then I happened to read a testimonial about a woman who decided to try nystatin dissolved in water as an enema. She apparently cured her own serious candida problems(which she had had for years) with rapid improvement in only a matter of weeks by using the enema approach. This also made complete sense to me, because if the candida has already spread throughout the intestines all the way down to your caecum and colon in force then it seems quite reasonable to ague that whatever you orally take as an anti-candida remedy will be completely dissipated, absorbed, used up, exhausted etc by the time it reaches the caecum and colon area and so that's why these oral remedies will be ineffective against candida in the caecum/colon area. This therefore allows the candida to easily set up its untouched headquarters and poison factories in the colon/caecum area because anything that you are taking via the oral route will simply not be effective in reaching this area.

So it would seem to make complete sense to more effectively attack the candida simultaneously from both ends of the alimentary canal at the same time. And although the girl who cured herself used a simple water-nystatin enema, there are certainly other methods and possibilities that you could try.

For instance, you could also use a simple suppository made of frozen coconut oil. In fact, they sell these preformed coconut oil suppositories in the Philippines and I've tried them -- they are very easy to use and convenient. You just put them in the freezer and when they are frozen hard you just slip them quickly into the rectum. The coconut oil rapidly melts and disperse in the rectum at body temperature and, if I made my own suppositories from coconut oil, I would probably also add a few drops of lugol's iodine as well as add drops of turpentine to greatly strengthen this remedy. The size of these coconut suppositories is about an inch long and of similar circular dimensions to toothpaste. As an afterthought, there's also no reason why you couldn't use these frozen coconut oil suppositories in the uterus to similarly destroy local candida.

I must also add here that just taking suppositories to get rid of candida in the lower intestines is not the end of the story because what you are doing with the enema or suppository approach will only get rid of the headquarters of candida in just the intestines. But, in serious candida issues, you will still have to continue taking oral protocols that act to remove candida and other pathogens from the blood, tissues and organs(outside the intestines). If you don't remove the systemic or mycelial form from your blood then this form will just act to come back and re-populate your intestines and you will have made very little progress to a cure."

11/23/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Thanx for the extensive & informative reply, Bill. Since my lipo-c tends to be overly irritating to the esophagus and tummy, your suggested sodium ascorbate just might be the answer; and in combo w/ iodine certainly seems like a better advantage.

As for rectal administration, I have historically used povidone Iodne plus coffee enema w/ decent success. But lately I use a mixture of commercial grade veg. oil plus appropriate measure of grapefruitseed extract w/ very good results. My case is so severe that before getting out-of-bed, my colon is so contaminated that I require multiple hydrogen peroxide enemas (measured & mixed w/ water for suitable administration) until I finally get "cleaned out" and still require the oil based grapefruitseed extract. This has been going on many yrs and the severity, in comparison to others, is to the point of embarrassing mentally, and near death physically. The best abstract explanation I can provide is the Hulda Clark heavy metals/zenobiotics in combo w/ (in my case 3 species of parasites/worms I.e. fluke, tape, and round and at this point I think only eggs, cyst, and stages) and the attending pathogens and very bad stuff like malonic acid, to the max degree. I have been in the trenches for 3 yrs now and am surprisingly still alive. If not for the recent lipo trt I would proly be dead, although I have not yet tried some of the advanced MMS protocols that are good at reducing the nausea (which was a big problem for me). There are also symbolic aspects that may betray malicious spiritual intent. As w/ many severe chronic illnesses one questions for causes as the possibility of accident seems small in comparison to very likely evil design. Maybe going to far here, but there is some plausibility to it all, unlike primitive peoples who understood their diseases mostly thrugh shamans probing and exorcising the "evil spirits". Unfortunately they had not a correct measure of balance of science/spirt to validate their superstitions.

Back to the lipo, I have not yet published the results but now seems appropriate although maybe premature, the standard black walnut hulls, clove, and wormwood plus grapefruitseed extract, garlic extract, and oregano extract. The first 16oz batch was consumed through out the evening w/ the lower back tightening feeling that is my key indicator of para/path killing, and experience die-off symptoms for 2 days whereupon I drank another half batch w/ some seeming breakthrough results. That night fallowing the second batch, I experienced significant viral loading in the gut/liver whereupon 2 250mg bht fallowed by one cap chanka paedra w/ much relief. The lipo borax seems to compliment the lipo herbal very well and I am going steady w/ 2 doses each daily and seem to be slowly improving and beginning to have some real hope.

Back to the lipo gth, if I may indulge. Before finishing the first batch, I experienced mass parasite & pathogen mobilization which also included viral. On one occasion there was a crisis situation that would proly have lead to very high fever and possibly kidney or heart damage but one good dose lipo-c resolved the issue within minutes; so I thank dr Levy for his practice and teachings as this application proly saved my life.

So, I am stimulated by your proposal to try the aforementioned lipo iodine/c protocol as I certainly need it.

Also, am going to try lipo cilantro prior to foot spa for the removal of heavy metals, in lue of a more risky lipo edta. Any info on lipo oxygen? Seems possible. Ozone is bubbled into water or olive oil, why not water/lecithin? "

11/23/2013: Lola from London: "How does one make a lipo version of vitamins and nutrients?"

11/21/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Bill,

Thank you so much for your detailed and informative post. I am sure this post will be helpful to many people!

~Mama to Many~"

11/21/2013: Oregano from On, Canada: "Hello, in my estimation, the best anti-candida remedy ever is slow release caprylic acid. Best regards."

11/22/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "B: Thanx very much for your in-depth post and good luck on you're new book!

A little testimonial from my case for addendum.

As concerning one of you're previous post on the use of pharms for fungal infections I will dis-agree a bit on total abstinence. In my case, I simply hadn't the will or ability to adhere to the strict protocols offered here. So here's my history w/ the phams for fungal. First, I'm no big fan of pharm and much prefer naturals but in severe cases and for short periods of time I think there is some big advantages that may proove beneficial for many.

I first tried 2 50, 000 iu caps of Nystatin w/ very good results in the gut. Adsorption of food, meds, and supplements was substantially increased. One cap a day for a few days and I had made progress way better than many natural substances, even MMS.

In July 13 I tried my first Lufeneuron 750mg. Two hrs latter felt nothing so took another and begin experiencing some substantial die-off for several hrs latter. Continued w/ 1 750mg daily for the duration of the twelve caps in the bottle. Overall the Lufeneuron did show some improvement but only for a short period and I concluded there would need modifications. I finally obtained some Ketoconazole 200mg and got about the same results as L. My liver function put major restriction on the Keto use so this further hampered any progress. Then I remembered reading something about the safety & effacasy of combining Lufeneuron & conazole type antifungals. I took one 750 mg L w/ evening meal and fallowed w/ Ketoconazole 200mg w/ very powerful results. If the kill effect of L=1x and the power of K=1x, by my estimation, the power of L+K would = at least 4x and proly more. I think this combo renders the fungus completely defenseless. I did this combo about twice weekly for two months w/ substantial improvement but no sign of near complete remission.

Now, on to Borax. I used the oral route very little at first but slowly increased but never to the recommended dosage but opted for 1/4 cup in hot baths combined w/ Berberine and fallowed w/ colloidal silver w/ only modest effects. After having begun the Liposomal Encapsulation Technique w/ vit-c and gth I thought about LET'ing two spoons of borax. The first dose proved immediately releiving so I fallowed w/ 2 more on that day. The taste is quite tolerable and a little chaser makes for no aftertaste. After the first 16oz batch, I was really feeling better, much better. I also highly suspect mycobacterium and mycoplasma infection along w/ candida and likiely aspergilus, so this lipo borax seems to be dealing a broadspectrum death to these pathogens w/ no significant die-off to report. I only yesterday started my second batch. I know of no other testimonials or trials on lipo borax and this is my first post, but do carefully consider the (so far) major good results I am experiencing w/ this method. Other plausable applications would be in cancer protocols as the lipo application of borax may proove possibly way more effective for cancer killing than the traditional bsm/sodium bicarbonate delivery method in comparison."

11/22/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "To Timh:

Anti-candida/yeasts,

I had great result with Nystatin also. Important to note Nystatin is NOT a statin drug."

11/22/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Oregano, does that mean a tablespoon a day of Coconut Oil?"

11/22/2013: Bill from San Fernando, Philippines: "Hi Timh...Much thanks for sharing your insight as to your own considerable problems. I very much appreciate your feedback concerning candida as regarding what you've tried and what works because the only feedback I tend to get is from the people that I directly try and help and the rest comes from studying research and testimonials which is always ongoing. This also gives me a chance to trade some ideas about candida with you.

I was quite intrigued with your use of liposomal vit c and glutathione. I've also used these forms and made them at home using lecithin etc because its so much cheaper than paying ridiculous sums of money for the same stuff. I even wondered whether it was possible to make liposomal fulvic acid, but that's another story. I must also add that your use of lipo borax is very innovative and is definitely worth using according to your very positive results.

But one idea that might also be useful for you is perhaps to make another form a liposomal nutrient such as with potassium iodide. I am considering trying this for several reasons. KI is a strong anti-oxidant which strengthens the thyroid and which also helps to re-supply many other iodine storage sites all over the body. But the real reason to use iodide in the liposomal form is that it helps to more efficiently deliver iodide rapidly to the cells.

It's well know that iodides, chlorides and vitamin c are essential ammunition for the immune system. The immune system phagocytes, neutrophils etc use these substances in their pro-oxidant forms to destroy pathogens in the body. When a pathogen is detected then the stored chlorides within the phagocyte are rapidly converted to hypochlorous acid(HOCL) and this is sprayed outside the phagocyte all over the pathogen in what's called a respiratory burst and the pathogen is thus destroyed by pro-oxidant action. Similarly and in the same sort of way, iodides within the phagocyte are rapidly converted to hypoiodous acid(HOI) and sprayed outside the phagocyte during a respiratory burst for the same beneficial result. Furthermore, specific enzymes within the neutrophil or phagocyte also require hydrogen peroxide to complete these conversions from chlorides and iodides to HOCL and HOI respectively. The vit c stored in the phagocytes is what is converted into hydrogen peroxide which is also sprayed out onto the pathogen to good effect and which is also needed to convert these anti-oxidant forms of both chlorides and iodides into their more active and useful pro-oxidant forms in order to destroy all invading pathogens(including candida). Therefore by greatly increasing vit c, iodides and chlorides in the body -- you effectively are supplying greater ammunition to the immune system for its fight against pathogens. Interestingly, I have also read that HOI is seven times more effective against pathogens than HOCL.

So my suggestion to you is this: Why not create a lipo form that consists of an aqueous mixture of both potassium iodide and sodium ascorbate to more greatly enhance your immune system (to supply it with more ammunition)? As far as I understand it, and from my descriptions in the above paragraph, I think that this combination may well have much greater beneficial effects on your immune system than just taking lipo vit c on its own. You could also make another more effectve lipo version by just adding lugols iodine to sodium ascorbate or ascorbic acid in solution. This would convert all the iodine -- the molecular iodine -- to the iodide form. Its reaction with ascorbic acid also creates dehydroascorbic acid which has exactly the same properties as ascorbic acid or ascorbate -- but only the dehydro form is able to more easily penetrate the blood/bone and blood/brain barriers for a much wider beneficial effect than the iodide form on its own with vit c.

Time ant time again I also read about people who adopt a new anti-candida protocol, which does quite well for a while and then they simply hit a brick wall with little further improvement in their candida or other problems. So I ask myself the following questions about candida:

How does candida avoid anti-fungals and the immune system?

Where and how does candida hide to avoid the immune system and ant-fungals?

I've already explained how candida can avoid antifungals by hiding in biofilms, by breeding with host cells, by hiding in the blood, tissues and organs etc but this still dose not seem to adequately explain why so many people hit this brick wall when trying to get rid of their candida issues.

Then I happened to read a testimonial about a woman who decided to try nystatin dissolved in water as an enema. She apparently cured her own serious candida problems(which she had had for years) with rapid improvement in only a matter of weeks by using the enema approach. This also made complete sense to me, because if the candida has already spread throughout the intestines all the way down to your caecum and colon in force then it seems quite reasonable to ague that whatever you orally take as an anti-candida remedy will be completely dissipated, absorbed, used up, exhausted etc by the time it reaches the caecum and colon area and so that's why these oral remedies will be ineffective against candida in the caecum/colon area. This therefore allows the candida to easily set up its untouched headquarters and poison factories in the colon/caecum area because anything that you are taking via the oral route will simply not be effective in reaching this area.

So it would seem to make complete sense to more effectively attack the candida simultaneously from both ends of the alimentary canal at the same time. And although the girl who cured herself used a simple water-nystatin enema, there are certainly other methods and possibilities that you could try.

For instance, you could also use a simple suppository made of frozen coconut oil. In fact, they sell these preformed coconut oil suppositories in the Philippines and I've tried them -- they are very easy to use and convenient. You just put them in the freezer and when they are frozen hard you just slip them quickly into the rectum. The coconut oil rapidly melts and disperse in the rectum at body temperature and, if I made my own suppositories from coconut oil, I would probably also add a few drops of lugol's iodine as well as add drops of turpentine to greatly strengthen this remedy. The size of these coconut suppositories is about an inch long and of similar circular dimensions to toothpaste. As an afterthought, there's also no reason why you couldn't use these frozen coconut oil suppositories in the uterus to similarly destroy local candida.

I must also add here that just taking suppositories to get rid of candida in the lower intestines is not the end of the story because what you are doing with the enema or suppository approach will only get rid of the headquarters of candida in just the intestines. But, in serious candida issues, you will still have to continue taking oral protocols that act to remove candida and other pathogens from the blood, tissues and organs(outside the intestines). If you don't remove the systemic or mycelial form from your blood then this form will just act to come back and re-populate your intestines and you will have made very little progress to a cure."

11/23/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Thanx for the extensive & informative reply, Bill. Since my lipo-c tends to be overly irritating to the esophagus and tummy, your suggested sodium ascorbate just might be the answer; and in combo w/ iodine certainly seems like a better advantage.

As for rectal administration, I have historically used povidone Iodne plus coffee enema w/ decent success. But lately I use a mixture of commercial grade veg. oil plus appropriate measure of grapefruitseed extract w/ very good results. My case is so severe that before getting out-of-bed, my colon is so contaminated that I require multiple hydrogen peroxide enemas (measured & mixed w/ water for suitable administration) until I finally get "cleaned out" and still require the oil based grapefruitseed extract. This has been going on many yrs and the severity, in comparison to others, is to the point of embarrassing mentally, and near death physically. The best abstract explanation I can provide is the Hulda Clark heavy metals/zenobiotics in combo w/ (in my case 3 species of parasites/worms I.e. fluke, tape, and round and at this point I think only eggs, cyst, and stages) and the attending pathogens and very bad stuff like malonic acid, to the max degree. I have been in the trenches for 3 yrs now and am surprisingly still alive. If not for the recent lipo trt I would proly be dead, although I have not yet tried some of the advanced MMS protocols that are good at reducing the nausea (which was a big problem for me). There are also symbolic aspects that may betray malicious spiritual intent. As w/ many severe chronic illnesses one questions for causes as the possibility of accident seems small in comparison to very likely evil design. Maybe going to far here, but there is some plausibility to it all, unlike primitive peoples who understood their diseases mostly thrugh shamans probing and exorcising the "evil spirits". Unfortunately they had not a correct measure of balance of science/spirt to validate their superstitions.

Back to the lipo, I have not yet published the results but now seems appropriate although maybe premature, the standard black walnut hulls, clove, and wormwood plus grapefruitseed extract, garlic extract, and oregano extract. The first 16oz batch was consumed through out the evening w/ the lower back tightening feeling that is my key indicator of para/path killing, and experience die-off symptoms for 2 days whereupon I drank another half batch w/ some seeming breakthrough results. That night fallowing the second batch, I experienced significant viral loading in the gut/liver whereupon 2 250mg bht fallowed by one cap chanka paedra w/ much relief. The lipo borax seems to compliment the lipo herbal very well and I am going steady w/ 2 doses each daily and seem to be slowly improving and beginning to have some real hope.

Back to the lipo gth, if I may indulge. Before finishing the first batch, I experienced mass parasite & pathogen mobilization which also included viral. On one occasion there was a crisis situation that would proly have lead to very high fever and possibly kidney or heart damage but one good dose lipo-c resolved the issue within minutes; so I thank dr Levy for his practice and teachings as this application proly saved my life.

So, I am stimulated by your proposal to try the aforementioned lipo iodine/c protocol as I certainly need it.

Also, am going to try lipo cilantro prior to foot spa for the removal of heavy metals, in lue of a more risky lipo edta. Any info on lipo oxygen? Seems possible. Ozone is bubbled into water or olive oil, why not water/lecithin? "

11/23/2013: Lola from London: "How does one make a lipo version of vitamins and nutrients?"

07/19/2008: Joyce from Joelton, Tn: "Hello Joy, Glad to read your success story of recovery from MS with acupuncture. If you don't know it already, just wanted to alert you that sodium fluoride (as found in public water supply, toothpaste, antidepressants, etc) has been implicated in MS. I also remember reading about someone who claimed to have been cured of her MS by eliminating all bleached flour from her foods."

01/04/2009: Amy from Houston, TX: "My husband was diagnosed with MS in August 2003, just days before his 31 birthday. He is currently having increasing bladder problems and is considering acupuncture as a treatment option. How do you go about finding a reputable acupuncturist? He is currently taking medication for MS, bladder spasms and fatigue as well as self-cathing approx 4-5 times a day. Along with the bladder dysfunctions he is experiencing erectile dysfunctions as well. The medications given by his urologist do not work. He is becoming very frustrated with the constant bladder problems and is looking for other options."

01/04/2009: Ruth from Atlanta, GA: "Response to Amy: Ask your friends and colleagues for acupuncture referrals.They will usually send you to a good one. At least that's my experience. However, do make sure you see the one that they recommend! I made a mistake last year when I went to the partner of a acupuncturist who had been recommended by a good friend. The woman, a traditional chinese acupuncturist from China, was booked a month in advance but I was able to get in and see her partner, (her husband as it turns out) right away. He was also a professor of medicine at a nearby university, so I thought he must be good. He turned out to be a peeping tom, lifting up my underwear on 2 different sessions to quickly peep underneath. The first time I thought it was a fluke, the second time I knew for sure I had a creep on my hands and never went back. My own fault, I should have listened to my intuition when I made the call to just wait for her to be available!"

02/28/2013: Monica from Tracy, Ca: "Hi Joy! In 2006, when my twins were 5 months old, I was diagnosed with RRMS. It was devastating to me and my family. I could not walk, talk, vision was getting bad. I have been injecting myself with copaxone since that time. My memory is horrible and sometimes I have tremors... I have been using baking soda/molasses as a tea for a while. I have not taken long enough to see if it really works yet. I want to be healed before obamacare is implemented in January 2014. Thank you for your story.

I have made an appointment with an acupuncturist in my city for hopefully next week."

11/21/2013: Nmax from Mn: "I've read recently that many cases of M.S. would be cured with Vitamin D supplementation... that they are deficient... In fact doctor said many of us have a Vitamin D deficiency... another important one is Vit B-12 this can cause neurological symptoms... some peoples bodies just don't process it so you need a sublingual (melt under your tongue brand)... I'm taking 2000 mcg daily to get back on track... I felt like I was getting a neurological disease and I found out (thru my fingernails - if you are lacking white moons on your fingernails you may have B-12 def or hypothyroidism... Here are symptoms:

http://www.rightdiagnosis.com/v/vitamin_b12_deficiency/symptoms.htm#symptom_list

Spread the word..."

11/21/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Julianne: Google Andrew Kim's Blog why cells go bad. He has a graduate degree in cellular biology and explains the solution supported by the 80/10/10ers. In my earlier post re: acid reflux, I give a complete raw whole superfood program that would be applicable in your case too."

11/21/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Julianne, I don't see magnesium on your list, as in topical spray of magnesium chloride or Epsom Salts baths."

11/22/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "Hello Julianne from Charlotte,

Concerning your husband's SJS condition,

Both Ted's remedies and your own list are excellent, please note the viral connection: Google a PubMed site by using key words "Stevens-Johnson Syndrome viral" and you will find the PubMed site. The abstract on that scientific paper specifically states the viral connection.

Well, then that means you definitely need to get rid of the virus or the underlying problem will likely not go away. Many anit virals; Tea tree oil, oil of Oregano, and my favorite is Colloidal Silver.

But for an SJS issue since we are dealing with the skin, use TTO/OoO topically and drink CS twice daily on empty stomach.... Two tablespoons of a good brand CS twice a day. The infection is deep in him so this antiviral protocol might have to last for a year, esp the oral consumption of CS."

11/18/2013: Prioris from Fl: "I would go to a good chiropractor to look at stiff neck problem. Stiff neck (along with headache) is one of the symptoms of chronic meningitis. Usually stiff neck due to cold from open window will go away.

There are all sorts of things for neuropathy but I would consider experimenting with seanol given that it addresses many other things besides the neuropathy. Maybe you luck out and it addresses other things. It is a more powerful and long lasting antioxidant than astaxanthin also but I would keep taking the astaxanthin also."

11/18/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "Hello Elaine,

Yes, the problems are from the statins...or so assume. Good you got off when you did.

Suggestion on dealing with the continuing problem, eg neck etc.

To get the statins out of you, cleanse. I mean deep cleanse. There are different cleansers The best to get to the cellular level, lemon drink while fasting. Six lemons cut in half and squeeze a half in purified glass of water. Twelve glasses of that a day; so six lemons daily...for ten days. By the third day, you'll be visiting rest room every thirty minutes; the lemon will clean out down to the cellular level. Also you'll knock out any kidney stones you happen to have.

Dave"

11/19/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Never take a statin without also taking CoQ10. Never take CoQ10 without also taking Selenium and Vit-E as these work best together. Muscle stiffness and soreness is a result of the statin depleting what little CoQ10 the body makes, and muscle wasting is the results. From personal experience, the best form of CoQ10 is combined w/ Glutathione. To help rebuild muscle eat quality meat or supplement Branch Chain Amino Acids (BCAA) and/or Creatine.

Dr Sinatra recommends splitting the statin tabs in half and in some cases quartered so as to reduce the bad side effects, while modifying the diet and supplementation."

11/18/2013: Marie from New York: "Hi, would this work for gallstones or gallbladder. I have been drinking two lemons a day and using olive oil since I haven't done a flush... some days pain is there and some days it is not..

Maybe I am drinking too many lemons. I watched a video from Andrias Moritz once and he said to drink two whole lemons a day... no water...for an extended amount of time..

How does one know if you are detoxing..."

11/18/2013: Rsw from Uniontown, Oh: "Elaine,

There is a Yahoo Group for people who have permanent damage from statin drug use. Most of the people only took statins for a short period of time, yet sustained significant permanent damage that has altered their lives. Most were very active, health conscious people who are now living with severe muscle damage, autoimmune diseases and memory problems. These adverse reactions are usually not reported by our doctors, so the number of people affected is not known. The group can be found here:

http://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/Stopped_Our_Statins/info

Someone at this site may be able to give advice. Those who have seen doctors specializing in statin damage have reported they take a certain kind of absorbable CoQ10 and high doses of fish oil. Best wishes."

11/19/2013: Elaine from Huntsville, Al: "TimH: If I take CoQ10 for relief of pain from statins I took years ago, then I have another question. My ldl is still high, so can I take red yeast rice w/ coQ10 in it and then more CoQ10 for more relief? I still need to reduce that ldl, but I started getting a cramp in my calf from the rry, so stopped it. It has coQ10 in it, but I'm still in pain from the zocor. Thanks."

11/19/2013: Gavin from Northland, New Zealand: "I read after a good try out with lemons that after a few weeks the first sign of a zit or boil, is the sign to knock it off. I started to get some boils forming for no good reason. Otherwise the results were excellent. In fact I had never felt better."

11/20/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Elaine: Try Glutathione/CoQ10 combination for best results which should help w/ energy but for the ldl do take the red yeast rice twice daily plus a flush free niacin like niacinamide or inositol hexaniacinate 1 500mg 2x day. For the muscle loss take BCAA's and or Creatine (C also enhances muscle energy production very effectively).

Also, I have had very good results w/ L-Methionine 500 or 1000mg daily for fat burning. DMG works very well w/ Methionine for energy production and fat burning plus boosted detoxification.

You may also want to consider supplementing Coconut oil to enhance metabolism; lots of good reports on c.o. here. A good source of natural Iodine like Kelp will help metabolism by enhancing thyroid function. L-Tyrosine 500 mg daily will also boost thyroid and energy production. High ldl is almost always a side effect of low thyroid."

11/20/2013: Elaine from Huntsville, Al: "Timh, thanks for your advice. I did a search but could not locate a coQ10 that includes glutathione. Is there one? I pretty much use iherb. I can do both supplements. I'm so tired of being in constant pain, not severe but enough to slow me down. Thanks again."

11/21/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "Elaine: Swanson Foods has one, as well as Vitacost L-Glutathione Plus CoQ10 -- 250 mg - 60 Capsules. This will definitely up your energy and help detox any residual statin metabolites, but do also try the other recommends I posted previously as it seems you will need more than just gth/coq10. Eat 2 or three Brazil nuts for selenium to boost the gth/coq10.

Are you vegetarian? Do get some quality protein in the diet.

Something else that will definitely help straightway, is a good hot bath w/ 1/2 cup baking soda and 1/2 cup epsom salt. This is very good detox and muscle helper. Potassium is also recommended to improve the electrolyte status which helps the neuromuscular action.

Hoping on some good news from you."

11/21/2013: Elaine from Al: "Thanks, Timh. I eat what I consider a pretty good diet. I have chickens and have had them tested for salmonella, so I can eat raw eggs and generally eat 2/day. I also was given a gift of 1/2 an organically grown, grass-fed steer for Christmas, so have high quality angus beef to eat (I don't eat much red meat). I eat lots of avocados and use coconut oil exclusively when cooking, try to use lots of herbs and spices (ginger, garlic, tumeric, etc) in my foods. Not a lot of fresh veg's b/c they are now out of season and my local farmer's market has closed, so mostly frozen. thanks for the assist, will start bs & empsom salts baths. I ordered a seperate coQ10 and glutathione and will commence when they arrive. Thanks again."

EC: Hi Ed2012, we've had a comfrey page for quite some time! It was one of the first pages we created on Earth Clinic. Looking forward to hearing your feedback!

08/28/2013: Happy from Up The Creek In Wv, Usa: "In response to 08/28/2013: Jance from Ontario who writes: "I am a 58 years...." Sounds like you have been poisoned. Now you have to figure out what type of poison it is, and how it ended up in your body... Are you in the midst of a divorce? Good luck."

08/28/2013: Mt from Ottawa, Ontario: "You may have a partial blockage of the small/ large intestine. Also it can be that your stomach/ pancreas/ liver may not work properly.

Less acid in your stomach can lead to malabsorbtion of nutrients -this is the reason for your symptoms. Same can happen if you don't have enough bile or pancreatic enzymes.

Read about Calamus root and also Swedish Bitter.

For the pancreas a juice of papaya and aloe in equal parts will help to reduce inflamation (1/3 cup of each 3 times daily)

For intestinal polyps, Horse tail is a good herb."

08/29/2013: Jessie from Riverdale, Md: "Jance, so sorry to hear about your difficulties! I have been reading the stories on the hydrogen peroxide inhalation page and it make me think of you. You might read some of those pages. Also, if you have mercury fillings or root canals, those things can cause a body to have all sorts of ailments. It might be something to look in to. Hope you find relief soon. Jessie"

09/03/2013: Hotlava from Seattle: "Possibly try bottle dosage of Vitamin A and betaine HCL (stomach digestion aid). Sounds like you have gastroparesis (slowed and delayed stomach emptying), overgrowth of something in your gi tract, and impaired immmunity. could be due to heavy metals in your environment- silver colored mercury filings in your mouth, or living in an old house. But since you mention celiac (auto-immune dz), and receeding gums, I think mercury. So sorry for your troubles! Good luck!"

11/21/2013: Mary from Edmonton: "Frothy sputum can be a sign of heart problems especially with the shortness of breath. Better see a specialist as soon as possible for an accurate diagnosis before you do anything."

11/27/2013: Becky from Columbus, Oh: "Janice, I agree with Mary! ASAP- do not delay - do not continue to treat yourself- esp due to shortness of breath- locate a reputable health practitioner in your area!"

11/21/2013: Mike 62 from Denver, Colorado: "Julianne: Google Andrew Kim's Blog why cells go bad. He has a graduate degree in cellular biology and explains the solution supported by the 80/10/10ers. In my earlier post re: acid reflux, I give a complete raw whole superfood program that would be applicable in your case too."

11/21/2013: Mmsg from Somewhere, Europe: "Julianne, I don't see magnesium on your list, as in topical spray of magnesium chloride or Epsom Salts baths."

11/22/2013: Dave from Fountain Inn, Sc: "Hello Julianne from Charlotte,

Concerning your husband's SJS condition,

Both Ted's remedies and your own list are excellent, please note the viral connection: Google a PubMed site by using key words "Stevens-Johnson Syndrome viral" and you will find the PubMed site. The abstract on that scientific paper specifically states the viral connection.

Well, then that means you definitely need to get rid of the virus or the underlying problem will likely not go away. Many anit virals; Tea tree oil, oil of Oregano, and my favorite is Colloidal Silver.

But for an SJS issue since we are dealing with the skin, use TTO/OoO topically and drink CS twice daily on empty stomach.... Two tablespoons of a good brand CS twice a day. The infection is deep in him so this antiviral protocol might have to last for a year, esp the oral consumption of CS."

11/20/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Dear Heather,

We have used turmeric to treat Staph infections in people and goats. It works very well taken internally.

For an adult, 1 teaspoon twice a day in milk (or 4 capsules twice a day.) It is best taken with some fat, but we didn't always do that and it still works.

To dose you cats...well, it depends on their weight. I gave a 40lb child between 1/4 and 1/2 teaspoon a day of turmeric. (I mixed it in honey to give him.) So, for a 10 pound cat perhaps, 1/16th to 1/8th teaspoon twice a day mixed in some wet cat food.

Can you see the infection on the skin of your cats? You can use some diluted apple cider vinegar on the spots a few times a day (1 part vinegar to 2 parts water.) You can bathe your cats in garlic water. Crush a clove of garlic and let it sit for an hour. Add to warm water in a bucket and bathe cat in it. You can also put a few drops of tea tree essential oil in a tablespoon of coconut oil and put on any spots on the cat twice a day. Some say not to use essential oils on cats. But we did use them on a cat that had ringworm (and kept giving it to my children) and it worked when the vet's medication did not. (1 part tea tree, 1 part lavender, 2 parts olive oil was what we used, by the way.)

Turmeric alone wasn't working for my goat. We ended up using 1 part garlic powder, 1 part olive leaf powder and 1 part Oregon Grape Root powder (internally.) We gave a 120 lb goat 1 Tablespoon of this mix twice a day and it worked. Took a while, but it worked and never returned.

I hope you both are healed soon. Please report back what you try and what helps!

~Mama to Many~"

11/21/2013: Timh from Ky, Usa: "H: Try a few drops of hydrogen peroxide in their drinking water bowl. Slowly increase untill you see results. Be careful to not use too much as your kitties will go fast.

Also be sure to use kitty food that does not have too much additives and coloring; these can diminish immune function which would cause the infections. Caned food labeled "with gravy" is usually way overload w/ msg's and this is not good.

Also try and find dry food that contains vit-e (purina has one) as cats health improve dramatically from E. You can also add vit-e from softgels to their food, but again be very careful to add only one drop of e to several portions of food as too much E will also make them go fast."

11/21/2013: Mama To Many from Tennessee, Usa: "Hi again, Heather,

I checked my herb book by Lalitha Thomas, as I recalled she had done the garlic water bath for a kitten. (It had some infections due to being attacked by a wild animal.) She used as much as one clove of garlic per cup of water and kept her cat in the "bath" for 15 minutes. Not sure how you would do that. (She was dealing with a weak kitten.) None of our pets have ever been fond of baths!

~Mama to Many~"

11/22/2013: Theresa from Mpls., Mn: "Hey Heather!

You may find Ted's Anti-fungal/staph solution worth a try.

http://www.earthclinic.com/Pets/itchy-skin4.html#TAF

I would use E-collars on the cats to allow them to air dry as much as possible as if they lick off all the solution it may cause them to have loose stools."