Re: so bloated i'm ready to burst...(2)

[Guest guest]

Dear Christie,

I so understand all you're saying, it's like i'm writing it.. LOL

what I have noticed to help a little with bloating is essential oils

rubbed on my belly, ginger+geranium+peppermint, it does not make the

pants fit but it feels a bit better. please know the oils are not

part of Bee's program. Ginger tea or capsule helps a little but not

a whole lot.

Yet the most intreresting thing I noticed which has a direct

relationship to my bloating and colon is *anger* Please know that I'm

a reiki master +other energy healing modalities so spiritual healing

is very important to me and that inlcudes healing the anger, but to

me that meant *eliminating* the anger from my life. So I just

*consciously* terminated relationship w/ 2 people that were draining

me of energy and *stimulating* (not causing!) much anger; one it made

sense (she completely refuses to *receive* any help yet is crying for

help) but the other did not make sense for me to get angry to. I was

hard to decide to do so because of compasion, she needs me, I know

how to help her, etc, etc but I *applied* my decision. I've

communicated very nicely without accusations focusing the message on

*me* and *love* (if interested I could send you the message)

The day before the *letting go* I kept affirmimg **I LOVE myself, I

love every single part of myself, I love that part of me that gets

angry at her, etc, etc** After a while I kept seeing with my mind's

eyes an upset and angry little girl. I added the affirmation *I love

that little girl inside of me which is angry and hurt and upset, I

love her truly and completely, I Love myself*

Next day while I was *letting go* (sent my friend the message)

something wonderful happened, a beautiful warm feeling covered my

chest/heart & I was flooded with calmness & my face openned into a

huge smile. Within a minute or so I saw with my mind's eyes that

little girl, happy, jumping in my arms, hugging me big time, then

dancing joy and happiness, then getting beautiful white wings and

rising up... Whoaa... that was/is *Magic*!

All day my body felt light and free and happy (bloating wasn't to bad)

I got to mention that while communicating with these 2 people I

watched my body react and I noticed how the anger would go straight

into my colon, my belly would expand and my old *spots* would hurt

again.

The process of letting go, altough it seemed to be about

*eliminating* anger it was more about *introducing* more Love inside

me; I used to always bend over backwards to help others first, but

what about me? who's helping me? anybody bending over backwards to

even comfort me? let alone help me?

I keep affirming *I Love my self, I Love every single part of me*

As I fill myself with Love, the non-Love will have to get out

eventually ... and it is getting out: today I'm more energetic, still

bloated but " I Love this belly of mine that gets bloated beyond

limits, I love myself "

So- Love yourself!

Carmen

[Guest guest]

---Hi Christie,

I had what you describe below for years. It was the worst feeling!!

What helped me so much was the nine day program when I first started

Bee's diet. I only did the enemas for the nine days, but the blended

food extended weeks. I just decided I wasn't going to eat solids

until the bloating had gotten a lot better. So I made huge pots of

bone broth soup, and for my meals I had broth with poached eggs in it,

or the soup blended up. I even took all the seeds and skins from the

vegetables. I also had the egg drink once or twice a day. Even now

(after about 4 months on the program) I still get a bit bloated

sometimes, and if that happens I go back to the blended foods again

for a day or two. I really feel for you my dear, and I do hope you

feel better soon!

Best,

Kathleen

> I'm bloated almost the time.

> I too only need to put one tiny bit of food in my mouth and it

starts up too

> Then it takes days to recede a little bit. It is the worst

feeling. You

> just drag yourself around because you feel like an overinflated balloon

> ready to explode. I am pretty much like this all the time anymore.

> Does others have the

> severe bloating and does it go away with the diet? If it does, how long

> does it take it to begin to recede?

>

> Thank you.

> Christie

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[Guest guest]

Hi Kathleen, that sounds encouraging, thanks for sharing. I'm already

on pureed foods for almost 2 weeks and I actually like it better this

way; the bloating has not gotten better though. I find it easier to

cook soups and blend them. Good idea for taking the veggie's skin

out, that does not get digested and only ferments in the intestines.

Did you also experience water retention?

Thank you,

Carmen

>

> ---Hi Christie,

> I had what you describe below for years. It was the worst

feeling!!

> What helped me so much was the nine day program when I first started

> Bee's diet. I only did the enemas for the nine days, but the

blended

> food extended weeks. I just decided I wasn't going to eat solids

> until the bloating had gotten a lot better. So I made huge pots of

> bone broth soup, and for my meals I had broth with poached eggs in

it,

> or the soup blended up. I even took all the seeds and skins from

the

> vegetables. I also had the egg drink once or twice a day. Even now

> (after about 4 months on the program) I still get a bit bloated

> sometimes, and if that happens I go back to the blended foods again

> for a day or two. I really feel for you my dear, and I do hope you

> feel better soon!

>

> Best,

> Kathleen

[Guest guest]

Bee, I have figured out what is happening to me with this severe bloating,

thanks to having a consultation with you: *Hiatal Hernia* is one of my monsters.

I've visited the ER many times due to hiatal hernia symptoms, I can not believe

how stupid the doctors were not to look into this, plus that during so many

upper scopes they've seen it but figured it's small enough for it not to be a

major concern...

Anyway, I've read your article on hiatal hernia help and adjustments and I

already did the warm water and dropping exercises. I have a couple questions

though; the article talks about herbal help and believe me I could use all the

help out there...

The article mentions: " slippery elm or comfrey or okra pepsin; Betaine, or a

food enzyme tablet, or perhaps an herbal digestive aid such as peppermint,

chamomile, ginger root, fennel, and so forth "

Which of these do I choose and how much/often? Should I buy another Betaine with

pepsin? Should I take an enzyme with Betaine with meals instead of just Betaine?

I am retracing now and will be retracing plenty more episodes of this horrible

symptoms and if *easier* is available, I'm taking it. I'm also cautious to

reduce the antifungals so I'll have lesser die-off gas during retracing.

Thank you much,

Carmen

[Guest guest]

>

> Bee, I have figured out what is happening to me with this severe bloating,

thanks to having a consultation with you: *Hiatal Hernia* is one of my monsters.

I've visited the ER many times due to hiatal hernia symptoms, I can not believe

how stupid the doctors were not to look into this, plus that during so many

upper scopes they've seen it but figured it's small enough for it not to be a

major concern...

> Anyway, I've read your article on hiatal hernia help and adjustments and I

already did the warm water and dropping exercises. I have a couple questions

though; the article talks about herbal help and believe me I could use all the

help out there...

+++Hi Carmen. That's great you've confirmed you have a " hiatal hernia. " Now

you can either get help to put it in place, or do self-adjustments.

>

> The article mentions: " slippery elm or comfrey or okra pepsin; Betaine, or a

food enzyme tablet, or perhaps an herbal digestive aid such as peppermint,

chamomile, ginger root, fennel, and so forth "

>

> Which of these do I choose and how much/often? Should I buy another Betaine

with pepsin? Should I take an enzyme with Betaine with meals instead of just

Betaine?

+++You only need to take Betaine HCl - see my revised article about when to take

it: http://www.healingnaturallybybee.com/articles/dig5.php and a herb that helps

alleviate gas, i.e. raw ginger root, or ginger root and fennel tea - keep it

simple.

> I am retracing now and will be retracing plenty more episodes of this horrible

symptoms and if *easier* is available, I'm taking it. I'm also cautious to

reduce the antifungals so I'll have lesser die-off gas during retracing.

+++Good for you! Onward & upward.

Bee

[Guest guest]

Dear Bee,

Comfrey is now my friend! I also just learned that comfrey leafs is to

be taken externally but comfrey root is OK to take internally. Well, I

did take comfrey extract internally for past 2 days and It did wonders

for my intestinal gas which is now actually coming out - ah--

aahhhhaaaaaaa :) God Help us All! I'll be careful not to take

the comfrey leafs products internally anymore... I'm also going to try

marshmallow and report back how it's working on the gas issue weather

better then comfrey or same.

Intestinal Gas seems to be a major problem while curing candida I

figured this is a big help I am so looking forward to re-introduce

butter in my egg drink once my intestinal gas has calmed down I love

my egg drink much better with butter in it, plus I love b utter to begin

with.

I found some good articles online about comfrey, let me know what you

think. I'm citing only 2 of the articles.

http://www.botanical.com/botanical/mgmh/c/comfre92.html#med

excerpt:

---Medicinal Action and Uses---Demulcent, mildly astringent and

expectorant. As the plant abounds in mucilage, it is frequently given

whenever a mucilaginous medicine is required and has been used like

Marshmallow for intestinal troubles. It is very similar in its emollient

action to Marshmallow, but in many cases is even preferred to it and is

an ingredient in a large number of herbal preparations. It forms a

gentle remedy in cases of diarrhoea and dysentery. A decoction is made

by boiling 1/2 to 1 OZ. of crushed root in 1 quart of water or milk,

which is taken in wineglassful doses, frequently.

but our herbalists were loud in its praise and the country culler of

simples held it almost infallible as a remedy for both external and

internal wounds bruises, and ulcers, for phlegm, for spitting of blood,

ruptures, hemorrhoids, etc. For ulcers of the stomach and liver

especially, the root (the part used) was regarded as of sovereign

virtue.

A water extract of comfrey has been shown to stimulate production of

protective substances known as prostaglandins in the stomachs thus

confirming comfreys ancient reputation. These same constituents make it

useful for bronchitis and diarrhea.

This is another great article on Comfrey:

http://www.springboard4health.com/notebook/herbs_comfrey.html

excerpt:

Comfrey root works longer in the intestines than does pepsin.

Comfrey root's mucilage helps heal ulcers by coating them and

destroying amoebic parasites.

It has been successfully used for centuries as a wound-healer

and bone-knitter, strengthening the skeleton and the pituitary

gland. Comfrey helps in the calcium-phosphorus balance by promoting

strong bones and healthy skin. It helps promote the secretion of

pepsin and is a general aid to digestion.

Laboratory studies done in India have shown that the mucilage in

herbs like comfrey root act as a strong deterrent to Escherichia

coli and similar intestinal microorganisms by absorbing them and other

toxins. Comfrey root's mucilaginous properties work on the

lungs in the same manner as in the colon.

Too much comfrey can be toxic to the liver, especially comfrey leafs so

caution is required. That is the reason most comfrey products are

labeled for *external use only* So choosing the proper comfrey is

necessary: comfrey root, not leafs if I want to take it internally.

excerpt from

http://www.springboard4health.com/notebook/herbs_comfrey.html:

Comfrey contains two alkaloids which, when taken in sufficient

quantities could produce liver toxicity. Comfrey may be

contraindicated in patients on dietary potassium restrictions.

Considerable amounts of are present in the root and leaves, but it is

virtually nontoxic. At least eight allantoinpyrrolizidine alkaloids PA

have been identified in the leaves of Russian comfrey (S.

uplandicum): echimidine, symphytine, locopsamine, intermedine,

acteylcopsamine, acetylintermedine, symlandine, and angelyl 9

echimidinylretronecine. Some, but not all pyrrolizidine alkaloids

cause liver damage.

Carmen

[Guest guest]

Hello my friend,

There are a few tinctures teas out there that help relieve gas problems. The

simplest is peppermint tea. A couple of tea blends that are very effective are

'Tummy Mint' by Celestial Seasonings and 'Eaters Digest' by Traditional

Medicinals. Both can be purchased on www.vitacost.com .

Hope this helps! :-)

Debra NW

Dear Bee,

Comfrey is now my friend! I also just learned that comfrey leafs is to

be taken externally but comfrey root is OK to take internally. Well, I

did take comfrey extract internally for past 2 days and It did wonders

for my intestinal gas which is now actually coming out - ah--

[Guest guest]

Hi Debra,

I have tried numerous products out there for relieving gas, and so far didn't

find a solution. Peppermint tea does not do much for my gas. Ginger doesn't help

all that much either... I am an extreme case of the most stubborn intestinal gas

out there... My gas get's so hard, it won't come out even if I push...

I'll buy these teas tonight see how it works...

Thank you much,

Carmen

>

> Hello my friend,

> There are a few tinctures teas out there that help relieve gas problems. The

simplest is peppermint tea. A couple of tea blends that are very effective are

'Tummy Mint' by Celestial Seasonings and 'Eaters Digest' by Traditional

Medicinals. Both can be purchased on www.vitacost.com .

>

> Hope this helps! :-)

> Debra NW

[Guest guest]

Hello Carmen,

I understand. With difficult cases you can double up on the tea bags, and even

drink the tea every 20-30 minutes up to an hour apart until you find relief.

Tension doesn't help the situation, so relaxing for a while is important. Laying

on your back and resting for a while, maybe using a very light massage from the

bottom right side of your intestinal tract, up the the right side just under the

ribcage, across and down the left side if you like. If you occasionally shift

to resting on your left side it will help the process too.

The most helpful herbs I have found for a variety of people that work are blends

of one or more of the following gentle herbs; chamomile, catnip, elder, lemon

balm, peppermint, hyssop, ginger, fennel.

I don't know where you are at on Bee's diet plan but it is important to follow

her outline to a 'T' to get the best results and to create a healthy healing

balance for your body to have optimum results.

Once you are on Bee's diet fully your body will adjust, things will ease up and

this will not occur as often, possibly not at all. Stick with Bee's plan plan

and keep exploring her files and you will find a wealth of information to help

you create the healthy balance that you need as your body heals.

I am beginning my 4th year on her diet plan, and really, would not eat any other

way because the results are amazing when your body has what it needs to heal

itself.

Hope this helps! :-)

Debra NW

Hello my friend,

There are a few tinctures teas out there that help relieve gas problems. The

simplest is peppermint tea. A couple of tea blends that are very effective are

'Tummy Mint' by Celestial Seasonings and 'Eaters Digest' by Traditional

Medicinals. Both can be purchased on www.vitacost.com .

Hope this helps! :-)

Debra NW

[Guest guest]

Hello Carmen,

I forgot to add that any activity like walking or rebounding each day will help

also.

Hope this helps!

Debra NW

[Guest guest]

Debra, you're right. I'm troubled more while at work. At home it's a different

story. I do do some exercises and massage my belly on a regular basis. At work I

do massage my belly and bend to squish my belly as often as possible.

Thank you much,

Carmen

>

> Hello Carmen,

> I forgot to add that any activity like walking or rebounding each day will

help also.

>

> Hope this helps!

> Debra NW

>

[Guest guest]

Hi Carmen,

May I please request that you don't post such long articles, and instead provide

short excerpts and the links.

I do not recommend taking comfrey root, so you take it at your own risk. There

are many plants that are very powerful and should only be taken for very short

periods of time to help, but they should not be taken long term.

Since you've had intestinal gas for many years, the symptoms are being suppessed

by using comfrey, yet actual healing takes 1 month for every year, so you can

expect to have intestinal gas for that period of time. That's just like many

other people who have had symptoms for years, i.e. my own brother had Crohn's

disease (diarrhea for over 20 years), yet his diarrhea didn't stop until he was

on this program for 20 months.

Like I've written before " more is not better. " If we treat each and every

symptom with herbal treatments it is the same as doctors treat symptoms by

giving drugs for each and every symptom. This program works since it addresses

the overall health of the total body, and the only thing that cures is " proper

nutrients. "

We cannot speed up the healing process by taking such treatments either, since

it will still take 1 month for every year, irregardless of any other kinds of

treatments done, and such treatments will just interfere with the body's ability

to do as it sees fit, and in its own time.

The best in health, Bee

[Guest guest]

>

> Hi Debra,

> I have tried numerous products out there for relieving gas, and so far didn't

find a solution. Peppermint tea does not do much for my gas. Ginger doesn't help

all that much either... I am an extreme case of the most stubborn intestinal gas

out there... My gas get's so hard, it won't come out even if I push...

+++Carmen. Gas cannot become hard, so I think you are mistakened as to what is

happening. Again, I want to emphasize that since you've had gas for years, you

will have it for as months as it takes to heal it, which is 1 month for every

year, no matter what you do to try and alleviate it in the meantime.

Bee