DO YOU EVER FEEL THAT YOUR STOMACH IS ATTACKING YOU?

DISCLAIMER

Please note that I am not a physician: This blog contains general information about medical conditions and treatments.  The information is not advice, and should not be treated as such, please do your own research, and seek the advice of your health care professional. I am not responsible for any of your health care decisions.  

 Good Evening My Beautiful Readers,

I am always thinking about what my next blog post should be. As Rumi says:


Every morning in Pray/Meditation, I ask to be guided to someone who may benefit from my sharing of information, or who can I inspire today? My answer today, was when a friend asked me to share some alternative ways to treat an ulcer. I did respond, that is not all in my head right now, but I will have it tomorrow.

H Pylori

Research as shown that some, not all ulcers, maybe due to a bacteria- called Helicobacter pylori.
Not such a cute little critter:

Per Wikipedia: Helicobacter pylori, previously Campylobacter pylori, is a gram-negative, microaerophilic bacterium found usually in the stomach. It was identified in 1982 by Australian scientists Barry Marshall and Robin Warren, who found that it was present in a person with chronic gastritis and gastric ulcers, conditions not previously believed to have a microbial cause. It is also linked to the development of duodenal ulcers and stomach cancer. However, over 80% of individuals infected with the bacterium are asymptomatic, and it may play an important role in the natural stomach ecology.

Do you suffer from any of these symptoms? If so, you may have H pylori.



While there are two schools of thought with regards to this bacteria, there are treatments.



I will first give you what main stream medical recommendations or protocol are:



With our growing antibiotic resistance, some antibiotics just don't due the trick.

Now for the second thought: Some research studies done worldwide  confirm that peptic ulcers and gastritis are caused and mediated by free radicals, and to justify using natural antioxidants to treat them. All of these studies pointed to the correctness of this assumption.

All of these studies clearly confirm that gastric and duodenal ulcers are primarily caused by oxidative stress and free radical damage. If our diet is supplemented by natural antioxidants, we provide the stomach lining with the much-needed protection from the ulcer-causing effects of free radicals. As was already noted above, particularly good results with alleviating gastric pain and eventually healing gastritis and peptic ulcers have been achieved with the use of extra virgin pine nut oil.

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1. Dr. Martin Blaser. An Endangered Species in the Stomach. Scientific American, Feb 2005, pp. 38-45.
2 . Demir S, Yilmaz M, Koseoglu M, Akalin N, Aslan D, Aydin A. The Role of Free Radicals in Peptic Ulcers and Gastritis. Turkish Journal of Gastroenterology, 2003 Mar;14(1):39-43.
3. Santra A, Chowdhury A, Chaudhury S, et. al. Oxidative stress in gastric mucosa in helicobacter pylori infection. Indian Journal of Gastroenterology, 2000; 19: 21-3.
4 . Maity S, Vedasiromoni JR, Ganguly DK. Role of glutathione in the antiulcer effect of hot water extract of black tea (Camellia Sinensis). Japanese Journal of Pharmacology, 1998; 78: 285-92.
5 . Salim AS. Role of free radical scavengers in the management of refractory duodenal ulceration: a new approach. Journal of Surgical Research, 1994; 56: 45-

In my research I have found the following alternatives that you may want to research:


Manuka Honey - I have read so many testimonials with using this Honey from New Zealand.

Deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL) is a natural treatment for ulcers and has been used with great success to treat gastric and duodenal ulcers. Licorice treats the cause of the ulcers and promotes healing of the digestive _ulcers_licorice_peptic.html#ixzz4L2CbJ4U

Olive oil is loaded with omega-9 fats. Just remember, however, extra virgin olive oil is great on salads but not for cooking. If you plan on using a fat to cook with, your clear choice is coconut oil. Coconut oil is rich in lauric acid, which is a proven antiviral and immune system builder.

Garlic- has been proven to help eradicate the bacteria, by eating one to two fresh cloves a day.

 



Homeopathy: - for a homeopath, the symptoms of the disease are much more important than the ulcer itself. A homeopath not only tries to heal the ulcer but also tries to treat the cause of the ulcer as well as the tendency for a relapse. Examples of homeopathic medicines used for stomach ulcers are argentum-nit, arsenic-alb, hydrastis, kali-bichrom, phosphorus, uranium-nit, terebintha, atropine, geranium, natrum-phos, medorrhinum, merc-cor, ornithogalum, lycopodium, pulsatilla and graphites.

Ayurvedic medicine - widely practiced Holistic treatment in modern India and now steadily gaining popularity in the West. Ayurvedic medicine works on your diet, detoxification and purification techniques, herbal remedies, breathing exercises, yoga, meditation, and massage therapy.

Vitamins and Minerals - Vitamins A and Beta-carotene, and zinc help the stomach lining to repair and regenerate.

Other suggested remedies:

• Green tea
• peppermint
• NAC - N-acetyl Cysteine, I can vouch for this. It is an amazing amino acid, that is a precursor to Glutathione

PREVENTION:

On Vital Votes, Nutrition Coach Josh Rubin from San Marcos, California adds:

"There is a 50/50 chance that most have H. Pylori. I have found the symptoms of clients are bloating, gas, diarrhea/constipation, migraines, GERD, etc.  An easy way to treat it besides antibiotics is:
"1. Make sure your chicken is cooked thoroughly. There is research to show that raw or undercooked chicken is the main culprit.
"2. Cook your eggs. I know this contradicts most and Dr. Mercola, but there is research to show that raw eggs cause HP.
"3. There is new research to show that sexual fluids between partners can cause the transfer of HP.
"4. If you suspect you have it, do the stool test and you can easily treat it with a 6 month protocol of Mastica Gum and Bio HPF. These are herbs that specifically treat the effects of the HP bacteria on the SI, epithelial cells, etc."

1. Plenty of water (no tap or plastic bottle if possible)
2. Keep to mainly alkaline-forming foods (80% of diet if possible): vegetables and some fruit.
3. No sugar, processed food, fried food, dairy (except fermented homemade kefir SUPER DELICIOUS).
4. Eggs and meat – 20% – and they need to be of the best quality and as close to raw as possible. Eggs – best I’ve found – Vital Farms (Whole Foods, localCoop), meat (100% grass fed only – Eel River beef- Whole Foods), wild game, Wild caught small fish (salmon, sardines, trout,etc)
5. Beneficial bacteria, such as Lactobacillus acidophilus and bifidobacteria, after antibiotics is treated for helicobacter infection (good probiotics, cultured vegetables – see youtube -, homemade Kiefer from raw milk)


A little note on low stomach acid:

Well that is about all I have, there is much more, I am sure, but now you have tidbits for your own research. When it comes to your health; you need to be proactive...

May you find healing in the DIVINE!!!


Joyfulenergy, Prissy Mae

EASY BREEZY MENOPAUSE

Good evening my beautiful Readers,

Since, I have many friends, who have come to me for personal advice, I decided to get back to blogging again, and this led me to my first new blog.

 
I have decided to do todays Blog, on Menopause, and I have titled it: Easy Breezy Menopause. I think there are two ways of looking at this amazing transition of life. We can either look at it as an ending to our woman hood, or we can choose to look at it as an amazing beautiful transformation, that will have the possibility of opening many doors in life, that would have otherwise been missed.

Since, I believe that last statement, I will share some things that have helped me, in the past and may be of help to you. I did not want to go the medical route, as all of you who know me, could have guessed. So, after extensive research into the use of herbs, and oils; I used myself as a Guinea pig, sort of speak. I am happy to share some of the things that were beneficial for me.

Lucky for me, I gave up sugar when, I was 32 years old, and that was one of the best things that I could have done for myself, as I believe it made the transition, much easier.

I found the adaptogenic herbs, to be amazing, as they set the balance of hormones in the body.

                                                                  

  The following our some of my favorite herbs, and a little info about them:

• Holy Basil - wonderful for stress, as it helps to balance the stress hormone cortisol
• Ashwagandha - an amazing herb for fatigue, stress, inflammation, and cognition
• Maca Root - a wonderful adaptogenic herb, for balancing hormones, and increasing libido.
• Licorice Root - I found this to be a wonderful herb, I drank it everyday in my tea, as it helped to replenish my adrenal's, which is another story for a blog.
• Schisandra Berry - This was an amazing herb, not only for my adrenals, but my liver as well.
• Rhodiola Root - one of my most favorites that, I still use off and on today, as it is great for relieving the symptoms of stress.
• Ginseng - Although, I do have many favorites, this one is probably my most favorite, as it not only lowers stress, but increases brain function as well.

I am sure there are many more, that I used, but since it has been over 10 years, I don't remember all of them, only the ones, that were significant and some, I still use today.

Now on to the vitamin and mineral supplements, that I feel were very beneficial, and our today.

I BELEIVE WE ARE NOT DEFICIENT IN DRUGS, BUT IN VITAL MINERALS AND SUPPLEMENTS, AND THESE NEED TO BE REPLACED, SINCE THEY NO LONGER OCCUR IN SUFFICIENT QUANITY IN OUR FOOD GROUPS.

Vitamins:

• Vitamin B-12 - so important for brain function, especially as we age. It supports our nervous system, among other things.
• Vitamin B Complex, as it has the necessary B Vitamins that are vital for optimal health
• Vitamin C- so important for proper adrenal function, that supports not only the production of our hormones, but our immune system as well
• Vitamin D3 - is really not a vitamin, but hormone, that protects us from many diseases.

Minerals:

• Magnesium - so important for proper nerve function, blood sugar control, and many many other functions in the body. I suggest you do your research into the many benefits of magnesium. I will say, some may not absorb it as well as needed, so I would suggest trying a topical, which the body can absorb, and tolerates well.
• Zinc - a very important immune mineral, good for vision as well, and many other things.
• Calcium, Selenium, and other trace minerals are so important, as well as knowing which tissue salts will be of benefit for your situation.

I know there are more, but I just want to give you a head start. You will find what works best for you.

Exercise:

is another wonderful thing to incorporate into your life plan; Dancing is my favorite form of exercise, enjoyable with a partner, but can be invigorating done alone. This is not only good for keeping in mental and physical shape, but for just pure fun..

Yoga, is both a spiritual and mental practice and has a calming effect on the mind.

 Yoga, through the breath creates not only flexibility but strength.

Being mindful:
be mindful of the breath, not only in times of stress, but times of peace as well. As there is so much untapped power in the breath.



Being mindful of you inhalations and exhalations will do wonders for you and your body.

Strong Connections:
It is so important to make strong connections, with family and friends.



Gratitude: is being grateful for what is and isn't.



Smile and Laughter - you can not feel sad, or mad, when you smile or laugh...



Create spiritual practice of prayer and or meditation: Commune with your creator, so that you can create the life that you want...


Let go and Forgive:


Last but not least; Some other tidbits:

Be aware of hormone disruptors:


Make the majority of your food, plant based.


Find your purpose and live it:


Love and receive Love with all you heart; for LOVE is all there is:
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The greatest lesson to learn, is to LOVE Yourself, first:


Know that you are ENOUGH!!!


These are just some of the things that helped my transition, and our still part of my life's practice.

Thank you for reading, and I hope in someway, this inspired you, as sharing is one of my passions!

In Love and Light, Joyful energy!! Prissy Mae