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Mahanarayan Oil, B Vitamins
Posted by Om (Hope, , Canada, Bc) on 01/13/2013
★★★★★
I was suffering from the excruciating pains of neuropathy in my foot. Months later, I have only an occasional feeling type of reminder but it is rare now. I use hydrotheraphy. Before bed, tread cold water for two minutes in a tall bucket. Do not dry but put on wooled socks and so to bed. In the morning I take a rough luffa type of glove and massage the feet and sometimes the entire body. The feet will be smooth and pink. Then I apply a special sesame oil called Mahanarayan oil in Ayurvedic medicine. This, warmed up and applied to feet and legs. One could also use plain organic sesame oil as this is the only oil that will penetrate all skin layers according to Aurvedic medicine.
I also had started to take vit B6 in addition to B complex. I am also taking B3 500mg but had to halve it because of the burning. I am without the pain now but work to prevent a recurrence. The hydrotheraphy can be done without interruption and it induces sleep. Oh, I am also taking ACV now. All the best. Om
Diabetes Medication Warning
Posted by Lotteb ( Missoula, Mt) on 07/08/2018
Thank you for this excellent review of alternates to these horrid diabetic drugs, all pharma options has worked for a few weeks and then the “side effects” hit hard and bg/A1c goes higher. Just FYI for all those suffering from diabetes, I never ate the SAD or lots of sugar-actually I don't like it and still the family curse caught up with me. I know I'm fourth generation. Following surgery where opioids were injected without my knowledge or consent, I now have unbearable neuropathy all over my body. I will try several of your recommendations and report back as I go along.
Much Gratitude to Ted and heart felt prayers for his health.
Diabetes Medication Warning
Posted by Anon (Usa) on 07/09/2018
What have you tried for the pain? Turmeric? Serapeptase? Nattokinase? Vitamin e? Sulfur? B vitamins?
Lately raw onion of all things helps my chronic pain. Raw garlic, calcium, and a berry flavored detox tea blend also help. Colloidal silver has at times, too.
Supplements
Posted by Ted (Bangkok, Thailand) 392 posts
I can tell you some of the leads, although some information is a little hard to find.
Diabetic neuropathy is usually helped by vitamin B1, granulated lecithin, chromium picolinate, glucophage (metformin), aspirin (taken now and then along with chromium to help with absorption), antioxidants vitamin E, and most of all avoid all vegetable oils except coconut oil. Check the information where there is less bias by going directly to www.pubmed.org and look up research references on it. Diabetic neuropathy is helped greatly by takin more of Vitamin B1 separately and then take the vitamin B complex together. Some improvement will be noticed within 2 days. Lecithin according to research is very important. It was shown that taking vegetable oils (1/4 cup) found in fried chickens and other fried food will cause nearly everyone to go diabetic within the next day. Therefore, lecithin a fat emulsifier will reduce this effect. Only coconut oil, which is saturated fat (and good) is one that does not interfere or destroy the liver function, which prevents you from going diabetic. Most of this information can be confirmed by visiting www.pubmed.org and check the information out yourself.
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Posted by Sam (Illinois) on 12/30/2015
When I take Alpha Lipoic Acid for diabetic neuropathy, it burns when I pee.
DMSO, MSM
Posted by Jonah (Australia) on 02/22/2015
Take MSM with Molybdenum to remedy the sick feeling MSM gives!
... If taking MSM, garlic, onions or other Sulfur rich foods makes you feel sick? take some molybdenum.
"I had a bad reactions to high sulfur foods (a garlic and onion soup I made) which I had not experienced in the past, and indicated to me I was getting sicker.
I started out with 300 mcg of Molybdenum and worked up to 1000 mcg. WOW! Not only did the Molybdenum take care of the 'sulfur sickness' I was experiencing, but the brain and thinking problems cleared up and I had a lot more energy after only 3 weeks.
DMSO, MSM
Posted by Marsh (Colorado) on 07/18/2024
★★★★★
I was just about to ask if anyone at EC has tried DMSO. A few months ago, at night, the bottom of my feet began feeling warm and 'stuffed', it then moved up to the calf area. Not all the time and not both extremeties at the same time. I applied DMSO when the sensation occurs and it's disappeared on several occasions. I've noticed that if I cheat by eating sugar or drink even a little wine, it reappears. After reading about neuropathy on EC, I'm going to try Dr. Berg's Keto diet and start on ALA. Thank God for EC.
Diabetes Medication Warning
Posted by Nena (Oklahoma) on 06/10/2016
Hi C.R.:
In 2008 an excerpt of what you posted follows: " Some have been completely cured of diabetes by using honey or liquid chlorophyll."
My question is, what doses would it be recommended to use for the honey?
Wet Socks
Posted by Alan (Mexico) on 06/11/2020
Alpha lipoic acid, plus acethyl l carnitine, plus benfothiamine..👍👍
Supplements
Posted by Medicine Man (Earth Clinic City, USA) on 02/05/2009
Alpha Lipoic Acid 600mg 2x a day and there will be less pain from neuropathy in 3 wks.
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Posted by Qamar (CA) on 06/21/2024
Have you tried MLD (Manual lymphatic drainage therapy) and Nasal breathing therapy.
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Posted by Simona (Metairie ) on 12/20/2021
Use complex amino acid capsule (Whole foods) instead. Alpha lipoic acid must is then buffered and will help even more. If you take it alone, take it with omega 369 and 1/2 tab papayan enzyme (1:1). The alpha lipoic acid reduces the fats in the body too fast and too much.
DMSO, MSM
Posted by Dave (Fountain Inn, Sc) on 05/21/2014
Laura,
On foot pain issue caused by neuropathy...
I'm an advocate of DMSO so am glad you are already onto it. Also consider using the DMSO gel if you are not using that. Try applications during the day also.
Another help for diabetic neuropathy is the wonderful "AEP" (comes in different forms; mag AEP and calcium AEP) which Hans Nieper popularized. Dr. Adkins used AEP in IV drips for his MS patients. If you go on line you can find sources for Calcium AEP...I'd give four or five at night to my mother who had full blown MS especially a lot if she was having flair ups. Worked wonders. I've mentioned AEP many times on EC and have always referenced the google site: "Calcium AEP nutrition review" for a great article.
On dietary issues; I presume you are off the carbs which present glucose problems for diabetic folks or pre-diabetic.
Another trick that has worked for me...baking soda, a half teaspoon dissolved in half glass of water. Apply the liquid to feet and legs...twice within three minutes. Then I drink the rest. It helps alkalize the system and the application somehow really helps the "restless" or aching limbs. Works for me. Usually within minutes.
DMSO, MSM
Posted by Vera (Blacks Beach, Queensland Australia) on 02/11/2015
I don't know about either DMSO or MSM but I use "Tegretol CR 200" (Carbamazepine 200mg controlled release) even though this is not a natural remedy, one tablet at night helps me heaps. I hope this helps you.
Dietary Changes
Posted by Om (Hope BC, Canada) on 07/15/2013
Reham from Cairo - C. I have had severe pains as described for quite a while but since I started taking high doses of vitamin C to body tolerance, I am free of pain. If you experience diarrhea, cut back. Hydrotherapy just before bed by water treading in a high bucket of cold water is also very good for cramps and excellent for blood circulation, especially for diabetes.
People also use alpha lipoic acid. It is expensive and depletes some vitamins. I have opted for the above regimen with very good results. Hope this helps. Om
Dietary Changes
Posted by Nena (Oklahoma) on 06/10/2016
Hi Om from Hope BC, Canada, In your post of 07/15/2013 you said: "People also use alpha lipoic acid. It is expensive and depletes some vitamins." What vitamins does it deplete?
Mahanarayan Oil, B Vitamins
Posted by Debra (ga) on 12/01/2020 5 posts
Thx for the info... I have just started having numbness and tingling in my toes for about 1 month now and read where ACV helps and it does. I apply to my feet and with my hemp oil lotion and take in water and have notices reduction in numbness... I will add this sesame oil to my regiment for better relief Thx
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Posted by Diane (Framingham, Ma) on 10/21/2012
Hi Echo, echo, echo... Are you still taking 1200 mgs of ALA and are you still getting the same results?
thx much
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Posted by Becky (Rogersville Tn) on 07/15/2016
To: "Echoechoecho (Knoxville, Tennessee, United States) on 04/28/2012" Can you give an update on your numbness? Are you still taking ALA? Did it bring any feeling back? I'm looking for a way to cure the numb feet for my diabetic father. Have you tried cayenne? Thank you!
Diabetes Medication Warning
Posted by Lotte B (Missoula, Mt) on 09/22/2018
I found that benfotiamine seemed to help for a couple of weeks, I tried 500 mg 2-3x per day plus a full B complex...but then the pain punched back with a vengeance. I was able to get an IV treatment of high B complex and magnesium and it really helped but only lasts one week and is very pricey. I was able to get bg way down, but allas, extreme levels of pain drives bg and bp right up.
I've been afraid of cayenne due to possible asthma but this level of agony has to be worse than trying cayenne. Would love to try the raw milk healing but mt still remains in the dark ages so it's not available.
Any feedback is welcome.
Wet Socks
Posted by Me (Boulder, Co) on 07/11/2010
The numbness and burning in the feet is a very upsetting feeling and I do not even have diabetes but have that nerve problem. What cured it for me was the advice of a radio show doc who said high doses of vitamin B6 three times a day. Within three days the pain stopped. Hope it helps you also.
Supplements
Posted by Dianna (Austin, TX) on 02/06/2009
dry brush massage also helps with this. i have had the tingling legs thing several times since diagnosed with type 1 diabetes. if i keep my blood sugar stable and dry brush massage my feet and legs everyday it goes away very quickly. dry brushing with a natural bristle brush or a loofah or even exfoliating mitts stimulates your nervous system and improves your circulation - both of which are very important for diabetics. try it! what do you have to lose? it is very cheap and good for everyone and it may help! djh
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Posted by Char (Victoria Texas) on 04/24/2024
Need information on how to lessen numbness in feet and partial left hand caused by Diabetic Neuropathy. Have been taking Alpha Lipoic Acid, 300 to 600 mg per day. I struggle with sugar cravings. Thank you.
Alpha Lipoic Acid
Posted by Dannyel (Wisconsin) on 09/13/2017
Have you tried a probiotic?
Gluten Free, Supplements
Posted by Cr (Texas, Usa) on 01/30/2018
January 28,2018 : Enjoyed your comments about diabetic neuropathy. I've been praying numbness in my feet would leave. It happens mostly at night and disturbs my sleep. I will try a gluten free diet first. Thanks. - Char
Dietary Changes
Posted by Reham (Cairo, Egypt) on 07/15/2013
Hi, I am a diabatic patient since 25 years I have a usual pain in my legs, arm and hands, now started to have severe burning in my leg especially the front lower part and I get cramps while driving. I used to take a lot of Medicine but never works with curing but I hate just taking useless medicine, hope u can assist. I need to know if anyone was in my same situation and got cured and I need to know if I should quit all dairy products ( milk& cheese) gluten (?).
Dietary Changes
Posted by Me (Here, USA) on 07/16/2013
Hello, I have heard very good things about alpha lipoic acid (ALA) for diabetic neuropathy. It is a natural supplement. You may want to look into that. Diabetes runs in my family, so I keep up on it.... And know what a terrible effect it can have on ones quality of life. Wishing you the best.
Dietary Changes
Posted by Suheir Kilani (Anaheim, Ca) on 03/05/2014
★☆☆☆☆WARNING!
Keeping blood sugar levels as constant as possible help the brain stay supplied with the appropriate amount of glucose to regulate the messages from neurotransmitters. It is necessary that blood glucose levels do not go either too high or too low. Memory is yet another reason to comply with any diabetes regulating routine you are on.
Laser Treatment
Posted by In Pain From Seattle (Seattle, Wa) on 03/25/2012
Dear Daniel: Is your mom still without pain after this time? I am scheduled for a counselor to call me this coming Friday. My neurologist said the instrument (the laser) was FDA approved but not necessarily the treatment, especially for TN. The neurologist said that she has known success cases treated for Diabetic Neuropathy, though. I am not sure what this means but it can mean a lot if your insurance doesn't cover it.
Anyway, because of your post, I am looking into it. I am on 1200mg of Trileptal now and still getting shocks when I talk. I am again, trying Homeopathy, but it can take months to work. Please answer me and let me know if your mom is still getting relief.
thank you, in Pain from Seattle
Wet Socks
Posted by Joshua (Aiken, South Carolina) on 11/01/2009
★☆☆☆☆WARNING!
wet socks helped when i sprained my ankle to numb the pain but for bad circulation and diabetic neuropathy, it is the worst thing you can do. cold feet lessen circulation and worsen numbness and cause much pain when getting out of bed.
i personally found wrapping my feet with a heated blanket, food with garlic and onion and brewers yeast full of chomium picolinate made and incredible relief. do put the setting on the electric blanket at its lowest and sitting on the side of the bed running while sitting helps circulation and feeling to return.
Wet Socks
Posted by Craig (MI) on 09/23/2022
What is considered a high dose of B6?
Wet Socks
Posted by Diabeticexplosion (Falun, Dalarna, Sweden) on 07/18/2010
I have heard also that B6 is a great help, but also that if you take it too much for too long, it can actually get worse. So I have been careful with that, but I take it that it cannot be that bad if you won't take huge amounts. Someone said that one should never go above 150-200 mg/day. Are you familiar with that?
The main difficulty for me, is that I was tricked into believing that it went away, but it didn't. I was running around so much, and then it gets much better, but as soon as I rest a day or two, it comes back. The really phoney thing is that I was an opiate addict for decades, and then I had spectacular blood circulation, as opiates dilute the arteries and veins, but now when I stopped that, I grew cold all over. Vitamin B3 isn't helping either, what can one do to improve circulation if one doesn't want to use aspirin?
Wet Socks
Posted by Tips For Free (Napa, Ca) on 07/26/2010
I do not have Diabetes but I have nerve trauma from arthritic spurs on my spine. I experience pain, numbness, tingling and weird sensations up and down my legs. I have been helped by a B formula. I discovered it as a result of my endless search for an end to my agony. It has B 2, 5, 6 and 12, folic acid and Thiamine in it. Nothing makes it go away completely but thus far it is the only thing that has helped me.
Wet Socks
Posted by Dave (Fountain Inn, Sc) on 01/08/2012
Google "calcium AEP diabetes" and "acetyl L carnitine diabetes neuropathy" and you will find that both can be very helpful in dealing with both cause and effect of diabetes.
Wet Socks
Posted by Jackie (U) on 02/17/2018
I would refer folks to Om's comments..her idea is to tread feet in a bucket of cold water for two minutes before going to bed do dry feet but straight away put on WOOL socks and into bed.
Wet Socks
Posted by Yvonne (Wa) on 06/09/2020
Did your neurologist say the vitamins were ok? I asked mine and he said no. But I always wonder. I'm so tired of the pain.
Supplements
Posted by Julyn (Johnson City, TN) on 04/29/2006
Do you have any information on diabetic neuropathy? i am trying to find information on natural treatments for this problem. or do you know ofany other resources to check out. i will appreciate any information that you could forward. thank you
Supplements
Posted by D.d. (Moses Lake, Washington / Usa) on 02/20/2012
There is a product offered for helping in recovery from diabetic neuropathy. I am wondering if those of you who have struggled with and reasearched this problem have any experience with it, and what the results have been. I realize that EARTHCLINIC discourages posting product names and advertisements, but I don't know how else to find objective feedback, so I will post a link to the ad on EARTHCLINIC. Com, and see what happens. This is for a friend who is suffering with this problem, and attempting to find satisfactory medical treatment. Editing by EARTHCLINIC in a way that would allow posting is welcome.
Thanks!
d.d.
http://www.realfoodnutrients.com/neuropathy/home.htm?sid=g&utm_source=googleneu&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=diabetic neuropathy treatment&utm_campaign=neuropathy
