Guest guest Posted January 2, 1988 Report Share Posted January 2, 1988 a few suggestions: i noticed that you said he eats alot of sea salt. according to hal huggins people who are mercury toxic should stay away from all things sea related, so maybe try regular salt instead of sea salt try taking him off of soy milk as it might be estrogenic, and someone mentioned that the problem might be hormonal take him off of wheat products i have a hunch that adding some primal diet foods into his diet will make some impact... raw fertile eggs, raw cow or goat milk, some raw or very rare clean red meat with fat, raw butter. maybe check out the blood type diet 'eat right for your type' with the juices try making it fresh instead of pastuerized juices flax oil what is his diet like? does he get exercise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 2, 1988 Report Share Posted January 2, 1988 a few suggestions: i noticed that you said he eats alot of sea salt. according to hal huggins people who are mercury toxic should stay away from all things sea related, so maybe try regular salt instead of sea salt try taking him off of soy milk as it might be estrogenic, and someone mentioned that the problem might be hormonal take him off of wheat products i have a hunch that adding some primal diet foods into his diet will make some impact... raw fertile eggs, raw cow or goat milk, some raw or very rare clean red meat with fat, raw butter. maybe check out the blood type diet 'eat right for your type' with the juices try making it fresh instead of pastuerized juices flax oil what is his diet like? does he get exercise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2004 Report Share Posted January 6, 2004 It might be that he is just a really good sleeper and just too asleep to notice, in which case that will change as he grows. But a simple parasite cleanse is Neutralizer by the makers of Miracle 2 soap. It tastes pretty much like water and works well. I don't know that, that would help the bed wetting, but it will kick the parasites out. Blessings Donna p.s. there are list members who sell this. http://www.excellentthings.com 9 Year old boy Bed wetting ? My son is 9 and very healthy and happy, I use to think bedwetting was from emotional isues, or the Kidneys not growing as fast as a childs body. I recently did a parasite cleanse and my having to urinate every 10 min. has decreased a lot. So I was thinking of trying this with my son. I don't think I can get him to do it though. Does anyone have any sugestions on his bed wetting? Laurie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2004 Report Share Posted January 6, 2004 In a message dated 01/06/2004 1:48:32 PM Central Standard Time, laurker@... writes: > My son is 9 and very healthy and happy, I use to think bedwetting was from > emotional isues, or the Kidneys not growing as fast as a childs body. I > recently did a parasite cleanse and my having to urinate every 10 min. has > decreased a lot. So I was thinking of trying this with my son. I don't think I can > get him to do it though. Does anyone have any sugestions on his bed wetting? > Laurie > > Laurie, When my daughter was young, she had the same problem. She had bladder problems so I was leaning in the area of a physical thing. I changed Urologist to a man that was very elderly but I had heard wonderful things about him. He did indicate she had bladder issues but gave her a pill called Adapin ( this was 30 yrs ago so I hope that is the correct spelling). She took one each night before bed. I did this for 3 months then started cutting them back to every other nite until she no longer took them. She never wet the bed again. I do not promote drugs but.....??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2004 Report Share Posted January 6, 2004 I am no expert, by any means. So take my post as anecdote of what happened to me. My son, now 13, has had issues with bed wetting. I also have three friends that have sons with the same issues, some have already outgrown the issue and some have not. I used to be deeply disturbed by the thought that that I had somehow not protected and nurtured my son enough that he would have emotional problems which I thought to be the cause of the bed wetting. I was told by three different doctors that in his case, they doubted there were ay emotional issues causing his lack of bladder control at night. They told me that there is a hormone produced by the body that causes the the urine to become super concentrated during sleep. That way the body can still store waste in the urine without creating the volume of urine that is normal during waking hours. But in some children, usually boys, the body does not produce this particular hormone, or not in great enough quantities to do the job. There are medications they can prescribe that replace this hormone and are taken just before bed to simulate natural production of this hormone and concentrate the urine as normal. It's completely optional and was suggested that he try it to see if it might work temporarily for those important nights, like having friends sleep over. We tried the meds for a short while and my son said he didn't notice a difference and so we opted to not continue. I was also warned by every one of those doctors to not make a big deal over it, and never make my child feel guilty. They said that just as you can not hold someone responsible for snoring, grinding their teeth, or talking in their sleep, you an not hold a child responsible for wetting the bed during sleep, it simply is out of their control. I was told that when he reached puberty, about the time the he needs to start shaving, he would outgrow the bed wetting. The hormone that was lacking in the past would start to be produced correctly and his body would start concentrating the urine sufficiently for the bladder to be able to hold it until morning. Sure enough, in the last 6 months the problem has virtually stopped. Every once in a while, if he is extremely exhausted, or drinks a lot of liquids just before bed time, he will have an accident. But the difference is night and day. He went from nightly accidents (often more than once a night) to once or twice a month. I expect even these will pass also. My girlfriends whose sons are older than mine, have found the exact same thing. If your son only has challenges during sleep, I would suspect this is the case for him. However, if he has a lot of accidents during the day, there may be something else going on. We solved the problem by buying " Good Nights " size XL (my son is a big boy, he's 5'6 " and weighs 150, so they were a tight fit. But of everything we tried (including the adult versions for incontinence) these were the only ones that did not leak. I left it completely up to him when he was ready to stop wearing them. He waited until he woke up dry 75% of the time, and asked my to stop buying them. Hope this helps. Sandy Nature's Beauty Transformed for You Rustic Aspen Log Home Decor www.thetinwoodsmen.com 9 Year old boy Bed wetting ? My son is 9 and very healthy and happy, I use to think bedwetting was from emotional isues, or the Kidneys not growing as fast as a childs body. I recently did a parasite cleanse and my having to urinate every 10 min. has decreased a lot. So I was thinking of trying this with my son. I don't think I can get him to do it though. Does anyone have any sugestions on his bed wetting? Laurie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2004 Report Share Posted January 6, 2004 From: " Laurie K. " <laurker@...> > My son is 9 and very healthy and happy, I use to think bedwetting was from emotional isues, or the Kidneys not growing as fast as a childs body. I recently did a parasite cleanse and my having to urinate every 10 min. has decreased a lot. So I was thinking of trying this with my son. I don't think I can get him to do it though. Does anyone have any sugestions on his bed wetting? ------------------------------------------------------------------------ --------------------------------------------------------------- According to my understanding of metabolic balancing (a work in progress!), this condition would usually be found in a state of parasympathetic dominance. This would also be characterized by frequent urination. In this case a simple urinalysis will show a low Specific Gravity. If this doesn't sound applicable, then I would still suggest using a small amount of sea salt at bedtime as this will help his body 'hold' onto water. One other thing that has had wonderful results, and this has ties to Chinese Medicine, is the supplement Pneumotrophin from Standard Process. Even though it is lung tissue, it relaxes the bladder so that it can comfortably contain more urine for a longer period of time. Practitioners familiar with this product have successfully used it for children with bed wetting problems for decades. I take it frequently at bedtime myself to prolong the inevitable wake up call and I also take it before long car trips. It works! Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2004 Report Share Posted January 6, 2004 - If your son is healthy and happy that is the important thing. If concerned you might want to have him checked out but that in itself might cause him to be not so happy. I'd surely like to think we have come a long way in our thinking. For whatever reason my mom use to wet the bed when she was a little girl and my grandmother (her mother) use to rub her face in the soiled sheets. Caused more emotionally problems than necessary. I use to wet the bet until I was about nine. Mom never belittled me once for it. I had the routine down pat. Just get up and put a towel on top of the wet sheet and go back to sleep. Ofcourse, that still left a lot of extra work for my mom having to wash the sheets all the time. Emotional? physical? Who knows in our case, but I will always be greatful for a loving mother who never made me feel any less of a person because of it. Gail -- In oxyplus , " Laurie K. " <laurker@m...> wrote: > My son is 9 and very healthy and happy, I use to think bedwetting was from emotional isues, or the Kidneys not growing as fast as a childs body. I recently did a parasite cleanse and my having to urinate every 10 min. has decreased a lot. So I was thinking of trying this with my son. I don't think I can get him to do it though. Does anyone have any sugestions on his bed wetting? > Laurie > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2004 Report Share Posted January 6, 2004 - If your son is healthy and happy that is the important thing. If concerned you might want to have him checked out but that in itself might cause him to be not so happy. I'd surely like to think we have come a long way in our thinking. For whatever reason my mom use to wet the bed when she was a little girl and my grandmother (her mother) use to rub her face in the soiled sheets. Caused more emotionally problems than necessary. I use to wet the bet until I was about nine. Mom never belittled me once for it. I had the routine down pat. Just get up and put a towel on top of the wet sheet and go back to sleep. Ofcourse, that still left a lot of extra work for my mom having to wash the sheets all the time. Emotional? physical? Who knows in our case, but I will always be greatful for a loving mother who never made me feel any less of a person because of it. Gail -- In oxyplus , " Laurie K. " <laurker@m...> wrote: > My son is 9 and very healthy and happy, I use to think bedwetting was from emotional isues, or the Kidneys not growing as fast as a childs body. I recently did a parasite cleanse and my having to urinate every 10 min. has decreased a lot. So I was thinking of trying this with my son. I don't think I can get him to do it though. Does anyone have any sugestions on his bed wetting? > Laurie > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2004 Report Share Posted January 6, 2004 It might be wise to confirm no stimulants like tea, coffee, soda. 9 Year old boy Bed wetting ? > My son is 9 and very healthy and happy, I use to think bedwetting was from emotional isues, or the Kidneys not growing as fast as a childs body. I recently did a parasite cleanse and my having to urinate every 10 min. has decreased a lot. So I was thinking of trying this with my son. I don't think I can get him to do it though. Does anyone have any sugestions on his bed wetting? > Laurie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 6, 2004 Report Share Posted January 6, 2004 It might be wise to confirm no stimulants like tea, coffee, soda. 9 Year old boy Bed wetting ? > My son is 9 and very healthy and happy, I use to think bedwetting was from emotional isues, or the Kidneys not growing as fast as a childs body. I recently did a parasite cleanse and my having to urinate every 10 min. has decreased a lot. So I was thinking of trying this with my son. I don't think I can get him to do it though. Does anyone have any sugestions on his bed wetting? > Laurie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2004 Report Share Posted January 7, 2004 Hi Sharon, He has been using a lot of sea salt on his food lately, and seems to really want to use more than I think he should on his foods, such as after I have seasoned are meals he always wants to add more. He eats pretty good, I wish he would eat more veggies, but what mom doesn't. So as far as the test goes, we don't use MD's so would a Naturopath know of this test? would a urinalysis show specific gravity?? is that what I would ask for from a Naturopath? thanks Laurie Re: 9 Year old boy Bed wetting ? According to my understanding of metabolic balancing (a work in progress!), this condition would usually be found in a state of parasympathetic dominance. This would also be characterized by frequent urination. In this case a simple urinalysis will show a low Specific Gravity. If this doesn't sound applicable, then I would still suggest using a small amount of sea salt at bedtime as this will help his body 'hold' onto water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2004 Report Share Posted January 7, 2004 Hi Sharon, He has been using a lot of sea salt on his food lately, and seems to really want to use more than I think he should on his foods, such as after I have seasoned are meals he always wants to add more. He eats pretty good, I wish he would eat more veggies, but what mom doesn't. So as far as the test goes, we don't use MD's so would a Naturopath know of this test? would a urinalysis show specific gravity?? is that what I would ask for from a Naturopath? thanks Laurie Re: 9 Year old boy Bed wetting ? According to my understanding of metabolic balancing (a work in progress!), this condition would usually be found in a state of parasympathetic dominance. This would also be characterized by frequent urination. In this case a simple urinalysis will show a low Specific Gravity. If this doesn't sound applicable, then I would still suggest using a small amount of sea salt at bedtime as this will help his body 'hold' onto water. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2004 Report Share Posted January 7, 2004 Thanks , He only has soda when eating out for a special treat, other then that he drinks Reversed Osmosis water, juice and some soy milk because he get a runny noise and allergies from milk products. Laurie Re: 9 Year old boy Bed wetting ? It might be wise to confirm no stimulants like tea, coffee, soda. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2004 Report Share Posted January 7, 2004 Thanks , He only has soda when eating out for a special treat, other then that he drinks Reversed Osmosis water, juice and some soy milk because he get a runny noise and allergies from milk products. Laurie Re: 9 Year old boy Bed wetting ? It might be wise to confirm no stimulants like tea, coffee, soda. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2004 Report Share Posted January 7, 2004 Hi Gail I have always told him his body is just growing faster then the kidneys, I agree taking him to a doctor would just make it into a bigger deal then I feel it is. I just buy him the good nights, I wet the bed until I was 9 or 10 and he knows this so its not a big deal to him. He sleeps over at friends houses and wears his good nights under his pj's and its no big deal. I truly feel for your mom, to be treated like that is horrible. I'm glad she was so understanding of your feelings. Laurie Re: 9 Year old boy Bed wetting ? - If your son is healthy and happy that is the important thing. If concerned you might want to have him checked out but that in itself might cause him to be not so happy. I'd surely like to think we have come a long way in our thinking. For whatever reason my mom use to wet the bed when she was a little girl and my grandmother (her mother) use to rub her face in the soiled sheets. Caused more emotionally problems than necessary. I use to wet the bet until I was about nine. Mom never belittled me once for it. I had the routine down pat. Just get up and put a towel on top of the wet sheet and go back to sleep. Ofcourse, that still left a lot of extra work for my mom having to wash the sheets all the time. Emotional? physical? Who knows in our case, but I will always be greatful for a loving mother who never made me feel any less of a person because of it. Gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2004 Report Share Posted January 7, 2004 Hi Gail I have always told him his body is just growing faster then the kidneys, I agree taking him to a doctor would just make it into a bigger deal then I feel it is. I just buy him the good nights, I wet the bed until I was 9 or 10 and he knows this so its not a big deal to him. He sleeps over at friends houses and wears his good nights under his pj's and its no big deal. I truly feel for your mom, to be treated like that is horrible. I'm glad she was so understanding of your feelings. Laurie Re: 9 Year old boy Bed wetting ? - If your son is healthy and happy that is the important thing. If concerned you might want to have him checked out but that in itself might cause him to be not so happy. I'd surely like to think we have come a long way in our thinking. For whatever reason my mom use to wet the bed when she was a little girl and my grandmother (her mother) use to rub her face in the soiled sheets. Caused more emotionally problems than necessary. I use to wet the bet until I was about nine. Mom never belittled me once for it. I had the routine down pat. Just get up and put a towel on top of the wet sheet and go back to sleep. Ofcourse, that still left a lot of extra work for my mom having to wash the sheets all the time. Emotional? physical? Who knows in our case, but I will always be greatful for a loving mother who never made me feel any less of a person because of it. Gail Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2004 Report Share Posted January 7, 2004 - Hi Laurie, I wanted to talk to my daughter before getting back to you because her son (5 years old) also wets the bed and she went ahead and had tests done on him in case there really was something wrong. He, too, is a healthy, happy little boy. This is what they did to him, if you ever would be considering it. They inserted (while he was awake) a catheter in his penis and shot some dry into his bladder, then filled it and watched him urinate. His comment after it was all over and he had to urinate on his own, was " It hurted like a hundred knives cutting me. " However, everything worked the way it is suppose to. The conclusion was there was nothing wrong with him and said it was just a develomental thing which kids go through. Unfortunately for little boys it can last anywhere from 7 to 17. We can't seem to rush nature. But, hey, just think when we get old we will be able to revert to bedwetting with the greatest of ease and those of use who have had an early beginning will be much more advanced than the others. LOL No need to sweat the small stuff. <grin> Gail -- In oxyplus , " Laurie K. " <laurker@m...> wrote: > Hi Gail > I have always told him his body is just growing faster then the kidneys, I agree taking him to a doctor would just make it into a bigger deal then I feel it is. I just buy him the good nights, I wet the bed until I was 9 or 10 and he knows this so its not a big deal to him. He sleeps over at friends houses and wears his good nights under his pj's and its no big deal. > I truly feel for your mom, to be treated like that is horrible. I'm glad she was so understanding of your feelings. > Laurie message have been removed] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2004 Report Share Posted January 7, 2004 - Hi Laurie, I wanted to talk to my daughter before getting back to you because her son (5 years old) also wets the bed and she went ahead and had tests done on him in case there really was something wrong. He, too, is a healthy, happy little boy. This is what they did to him, if you ever would be considering it. They inserted (while he was awake) a catheter in his penis and shot some dry into his bladder, then filled it and watched him urinate. His comment after it was all over and he had to urinate on his own, was " It hurted like a hundred knives cutting me. " However, everything worked the way it is suppose to. The conclusion was there was nothing wrong with him and said it was just a develomental thing which kids go through. Unfortunately for little boys it can last anywhere from 7 to 17. We can't seem to rush nature. But, hey, just think when we get old we will be able to revert to bedwetting with the greatest of ease and those of use who have had an early beginning will be much more advanced than the others. LOL No need to sweat the small stuff. <grin> Gail -- In oxyplus , " Laurie K. " <laurker@m...> wrote: > Hi Gail > I have always told him his body is just growing faster then the kidneys, I agree taking him to a doctor would just make it into a bigger deal then I feel it is. I just buy him the good nights, I wet the bed until I was 9 or 10 and he knows this so its not a big deal to him. He sleeps over at friends houses and wears his good nights under his pj's and its no big deal. > I truly feel for your mom, to be treated like that is horrible. I'm glad she was so understanding of your feelings. > Laurie message have been removed] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 7, 2004 Report Share Posted January 7, 2004 Would a blood mineral test be a good idea? Re: 9 Year old boy Bed wetting ? > > > According to my understanding of metabolic balancing (a work in > progress!), this condition would usually be found in a state of > parasympathetic dominance. This would also be characterized by frequent > urination. In this case a simple urinalysis will show a low Specific > Gravity. > > If this doesn't sound applicable, then I would still suggest using a > small amount of sea salt at bedtime as this will help his body 'hold' > onto water. > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2004 Report Share Posted January 8, 2004 Craving salt ***may*** relate to adrenal issues. Don't know if this relates to bed wetting. good wishes, Moria > Hi Sharon, > He has been using a lot of sea salt on his food lately, and seems to really want to use more than I think he should on his foods, such as after I have seasoned are meals he always wants to add more. He eats pretty good, I wish he would eat more veggies, but what mom doesn't. > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2004 Report Share Posted January 8, 2004 In a message dated 01/08/2004 4:59:42 PM Central Standard Time, starshar@... writes: > Hi Laurie, > > Yes, a standard urinalysis shows the specific gravity. If, as I suspect, > he has a parasympathetic dominance, then he just might have a need for > more sodium. In parasymp dominance, the adrenals tend to dump salt which > leads to a need for more. Did I mention Pantothenic Acid? It's very > helpful in assisting in holding on to sodium. > Funny about the veggies, " parasymps " are counseled to stay away from > " green, leafy " vegetables, such as spinach, kale and a few others which > I forget! The reason is that in this imbalance the body has too high a > ratio of potassium to sodium so " parasymps " stay away from high > potassium foods. So you might want to restrict fruits and juices to see > if that helps also. > I'd let him salt freely (within reason!) as he may instinctively be > trying for a balance. > If you truly suspect the above to be true, borrow a Chi machine. We were able to get my grandson off of 5 pills for anxiety by using it 5 min a day. Explanation below. RESTORATION OF BALANCE TO THE AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM: If the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems fail to ensure balance of function, insomnia, excessive dreaming, digestive problems, stomach pain. palpitation, anxiety, constipation, neurasthenia and extensive forms of aches and pains as well as mental stress may surface. The influence of the massager on the sympathetic nervous system can restore the vital balance to the nervous system, resulting in restoration of health from such conditions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2004 Report Share Posted January 8, 2004 In a message dated 01/08/2004 4:59:42 PM Central Standard Time, starshar@... writes: > Hi Laurie, > > Yes, a standard urinalysis shows the specific gravity. If, as I suspect, > he has a parasympathetic dominance, then he just might have a need for > more sodium. In parasymp dominance, the adrenals tend to dump salt which > leads to a need for more. Did I mention Pantothenic Acid? It's very > helpful in assisting in holding on to sodium. > Funny about the veggies, " parasymps " are counseled to stay away from > " green, leafy " vegetables, such as spinach, kale and a few others which > I forget! The reason is that in this imbalance the body has too high a > ratio of potassium to sodium so " parasymps " stay away from high > potassium foods. So you might want to restrict fruits and juices to see > if that helps also. > I'd let him salt freely (within reason!) as he may instinctively be > trying for a balance. > If you truly suspect the above to be true, borrow a Chi machine. We were able to get my grandson off of 5 pills for anxiety by using it 5 min a day. Explanation below. RESTORATION OF BALANCE TO THE AUTONOMIC NERVOUS SYSTEM: If the parasympathetic and sympathetic nervous systems fail to ensure balance of function, insomnia, excessive dreaming, digestive problems, stomach pain. palpitation, anxiety, constipation, neurasthenia and extensive forms of aches and pains as well as mental stress may surface. The influence of the massager on the sympathetic nervous system can restore the vital balance to the nervous system, resulting in restoration of health from such conditions. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2004 Report Share Posted January 8, 2004 From: " Laurie K. " <laurker@...> > Hi Sharon, > He has been using a lot of sea salt on his food lately, and seems to really want to use more than I think he should on his foods, such as after I have seasoned are meals he always wants to add more. He eats pretty good, I wish he would eat more veggies, but what mom doesn't. > So as far as the test goes, we don't use MD's so would a Naturopath know of this test? would a urinalysis show specific gravity?? is that what I would ask for from a Naturopath? ------------------------------------------ Hi Laurie, Yes, a standard urinalysis shows the specific gravity. If, as I suspect, he has a parasympathetic dominance, then he just might have a need for more sodium. In parasymp dominance, the adrenals tend to dump salt which leads to a need for more. Did I mention Pantothenic Acid? It's very helpful in assisting in holding on to sodium. Funny about the veggies, " parasymps " are counseled to stay away from " green, leafy " vegetables, such as spinach, kale and a few others which I forget! The reason is that in this imbalance the body has too high a ratio of potassium to sodium so " parasymps " stay away from high potassium foods. So you might want to restrict fruits and juices to see if that helps also. I'd let him salt freely (within reason!) as he may instinctively be trying for a balance. This is one case where alkalizing the body is contraindicated for sure! Your naturopath may or may not be into metabolic balancing as it's a rather specialized field. There are naturopaths and other natural practitioners around the country that use different versions (though all are closely related) of met. balancing. You could see if any in your area use the NutriSpec method. Any practitioner who is familiar with Kelley, Wolcott, Kristol, the late Dr , should have a good idea of what's going on with your son. You can get urine test strips at any drugstore (they are very pricey) and test him yourself. I use the Multistix 10 from Bayer, but there are probably others that don't test for 10 parameters that would be less expensive. You just want to make sure that the specific gravity test is included. Hope this helps, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 8, 2004 Report Share Posted January 8, 2004 From: " Laurie K. " <laurker@...> > Hi Sharon, > He has been using a lot of sea salt on his food lately, and seems to really want to use more than I think he should on his foods, such as after I have seasoned are meals he always wants to add more. He eats pretty good, I wish he would eat more veggies, but what mom doesn't. > So as far as the test goes, we don't use MD's so would a Naturopath know of this test? would a urinalysis show specific gravity?? is that what I would ask for from a Naturopath? ------------------------------------------ Hi Laurie, Yes, a standard urinalysis shows the specific gravity. If, as I suspect, he has a parasympathetic dominance, then he just might have a need for more sodium. In parasymp dominance, the adrenals tend to dump salt which leads to a need for more. Did I mention Pantothenic Acid? It's very helpful in assisting in holding on to sodium. Funny about the veggies, " parasymps " are counseled to stay away from " green, leafy " vegetables, such as spinach, kale and a few others which I forget! The reason is that in this imbalance the body has too high a ratio of potassium to sodium so " parasymps " stay away from high potassium foods. So you might want to restrict fruits and juices to see if that helps also. I'd let him salt freely (within reason!) as he may instinctively be trying for a balance. This is one case where alkalizing the body is contraindicated for sure! Your naturopath may or may not be into metabolic balancing as it's a rather specialized field. There are naturopaths and other natural practitioners around the country that use different versions (though all are closely related) of met. balancing. You could see if any in your area use the NutriSpec method. Any practitioner who is familiar with Kelley, Wolcott, Kristol, the late Dr , should have a good idea of what's going on with your son. You can get urine test strips at any drugstore (they are very pricey) and test him yourself. I use the Multistix 10 from Bayer, but there are probably others that don't test for 10 parameters that would be less expensive. You just want to make sure that the specific gravity test is included. Hope this helps, Sharon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 10, 2004 Report Share Posted January 10, 2004 I had this problem for twenty five years. Believe me it is no fun. I had been to many doctors with many solutions, including the US military. I finally solved the problem myself by the very method you describe. In my case I got a prescription from my doctor to keep me from sleeping so soundly. It worked. The problem has not occurred again in 40 years. I hope this boy finds a quick solution. I couldn't begin to tell you how adversely the problem affected my life. Please try looking into it as a " sleeping to soundly " problem. CountryGirl wrote: >It might be that he is just a really good sleeper and just too asleep to notice, in which case that will change as he grows. But a simple parasite cleanse is Neutralizer by the makers of Miracle 2 soap. It tastes pretty much like water and works well. I don't know that, that would help the bed wetting, but it will kick the parasites out. > >Blessings >Donna >p.s. there are list members who sell this. > >http://www.excellentthings.com > > > 9 Year old boy Bed wetting ? > > > My son is 9 and very healthy and happy, I use to think bedwetting was from emotional isues, or the Kidneys not growing as fast as a childs body. I recently did a parasite cleanse and my having to urinate every 10 min. has decreased a lot. So I was thinking of trying this with my son. I don't think I can get him to do it though. Does anyone have any sugestions on his bed wetting? > Laurie > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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