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Do These Popular Diets Make You Nutrient Deficient?

https://vitalplan.com/blog/is-your-diet-making-you-nutrient-deficient?

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Do These Popular Diets Make You Nutrient Deficient?

by Carin Gorrell | Posted February 2nd, 2018

Eating well and meeting all of the daily nutritional recommendations is hard enough when you have no dietary restrictions. But if you’re on any kind of diet that eliminates specific ingredients or entire categories of foods—whether it’s for health purposes, to lose weight, to align with your ethical beliefs, or any other reason—there’s a good chance you’re falling short on certain key nutrients, says nutrition counselor Stephanie Clarke, M.S., R.D., cofounder of C&J Nutrition.

That doesn’t mean, however, that you have to break your diet rules in order to meet your nutritional needs. Which is especially reassuring news if you’re someone with a serious condition like Celiac disease who simply can’t start eating whole grains without some very real health consequences.

We asked Clarke to help identify possible deficiencies you should be thinking about if you’re following a Paleo, Keto, gluten-free, strict elimination, or vegan diet. Keep reading to discover the most common deficiencies, plus what you can add to your plate that’s within your dietary restrictions to help replace those missing nutrients.

The Paleo Diet

The basic premise of the Paleo Diet is that you can eat anything a caveman (or cavewoman) could hunt or gather back in the Paleolithic era, more than 2 million years ago. That means yes to meat, fish, nuts, leafy greens, regional produce, and seeds, and no to modern foods—namely grains, dairy, and legumes.

You might be missing: Calcium, folate, and fiber

Smart fixes: It’s hard to get enough calcium from natural sources other than dairy, so Clarke suggests looking for a Paleo-friendly non-dairy milk like coconut or almond milk that’s fortified with calcium. If you’re eating plenty of vegetables, you’re likely getting enough fiber and folate, a B vitamin that’s essential for heart health, preventing birth defects, and more. But if your diet is pretty meat heavy, start piling more vegetables like broccoli, asparagus, and dark leafy greens on your plate.

The Keto Diet

This diet was originally developed for use in hospitals to help control seizures in children with epilepsy, says Clarke, but has recently become popular for weight loss. The very low-carb, high-fat plan requires you get only 10% of your calories from carbohydrates and 20% from protein; the remaining 70% should come from fat—think tons of meat, fish, nuts, and oils. Even fruits and vegetables are limited because of their carbohydrates, and so is dairy thanks to its lactose (a natural sugar).

You might be missing: Fiber, B vitamins, vitamins A and C, and calcium

Smart fixes: Eat more green leafy vegetables like spinach, chard, and kale, which are low in carbs but high in B vitamins, A, C, and fiber. These greens also contain some calcium, but not enough, so Clarke recommends taking a daily multivitamin and mineral supplement that includes 100% of your daily value of key vitamins and minerals.

Gluten-Free Diet

Only a small percentage of people have Celiac or a true intolerance to gluten, a protein in wheat (and wheat varieties and derivatives like farro and spelt), rye, barley, triticale, malt, brewer’s yeast, and wheat starch. But many more people have a sensitivity to gluten, and nixing it from their diet can relieve symptoms such as GI distress, brain fog, and joint pain.

You might be missing: Folate and fiber

Smart fixes: Falling short on B vitamins and fiber is really only a concern if you don’t eat a lot of vegetables and you’re entirely grain-free (meaning you don’t eat gluten-free grains like brown rice, quinoa, and amaranth), explains Clarke. If that’s you, time to load up on leafy greens for folate, and beans and produce like raspberries, apples, and pears for fiber. Note that many gluten-free packaged products such as breads and cereals are not fortified with folic acid (the synthetic version of folate), so don’t count on those to meet your folate needs unless the label says otherwise.

Elimination Diet

These diets can vary depending on your individual needs, but it involves eliminating all foods that are suspected of disrupting digestive function and health due to allergies, sensitivities, chronic illness, or an otherwise impaired immune system. That can entail nixing all grains (there may be some exceptions, such as white rice), seeds, dairy, eggs, legumes, tree nuts, nightshade and cruciferous vegetables, and most meat (aside from chicken and fish).

You might be missing: Calcium, folate, vitamin D, omega-3 fatty acids, fiber, and enough calories in general

Smart fixes: Remember that most non-dairy milks are fortified with calcium, so choose one that is (check the label) and that works with your plan, such as oat or rice milk. Your folate is likely low because you’re not eating fortified foods or some of the top vegetable sources such as black-eyed peas (legumes) and broccoli (cruciferous), so focus on the high-folate produce you can have such as asparagus, white rice, and avocado. Look to vegetables and fruits on your “yes” list to help pump up your fiber intake as well.

Vegan Diet

Veganism is characterized by no animal products, including all meat, fish, eggs, and dairy. It’s a rapidly growing trend: While only about 6% of Americans are vegan according to one 2017 survey, that’s exponentially higher than the estimated 1% of vegans in 2014.

You might be missing: B12, iron, and protein

Smart fixes: The only reliable vegan source of B12 is fortified foods (non-dairy milks and some tofu, soy, and cereal products), so if you’re not eating fortified foods a few times a day, you should take a B12 supplement, says Clarke.

Iron from non-heme (non-animal) sources is not as easily absorbed by the body. It’s easy to get enough from sources like legumes, blackstrap molasses, nuts, seeds, dried fruits, whole grains, and even dark chocolate, just be sure to pair it with a little vitamin C (strawberries, kiwi, oranges), which aids in iron absorption, says Clarke.

When it comes to protein, most Americans (including vegans) get more than they need, which is 10-20% of their daily calories, says Clarke. But if you suspect you’re falling short, aim to have two or more complementary proteins at every meal—pairing incomplete proteins such as whole wheat, rice, beans, lentils, and peanuts will provide all the essential amino acids you need.

As for vitamin D and omega-3s, two 3-4 ounce servings of salmon a week should be enough to hit your levels, but you might still consider taking a vitamin D supplement—even the healthiest people have trouble getting enough D, says Clarke. And if you’re struggling to meet your caloric needs, lean on high-fat avocado and oils on your approved list (avocado, canola, grapeseed, and olive oils are usually allowed): One gram of fat delivers 9 calories, compared to only 4 calories in a gram of carbohydrate or protein.

As always, talk with your healthcare practitioner if you have any concerns about nutritional deficiencies or starting a new diet or supplement. Have other questions or suggestions about filling in nutritional gaps? Share them with us on Facebook.

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**Comment**

Food is important for everyone, but the Lyme/MSIDS patient needs to take it extremely seriously. This article points out some possible holes in various diets. Please work with a good nutritionist and figure out your personal imbalances. It will help you greatly in your journey.

For more: https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2017/11/24/feel-helplessly-predestined-for-disease-listen-to-this/ Cyndi O’Meara is a nutritionist, film maker – ‘What’s With Wheat?’, best-selling author, international speaker and founder of Changing Habits. She gives simple and practical steps to change your health.

https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2017/05/20/minding-your-mitochondria/ Diagnosed with MS, Dr. Terry Wahls received the best standard medicine had to offer. After declining to the point of being in a wheel chair, she took matters into her own hands and learned how to properly fuel her body. Using the lessons she learned at the subcellular level, she used diet to cure her MS and get out of her wheelchair.

https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2018/02/02/leaky-gut-free-guide/

https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2018/01/03/the-invisible-universe-of-the-human-microbiome-msm/ Great video explaining how 70-80% of our immune system is in our gut and the importance of eliminating sugar. I add info about how MSM, a safe, inexpensive supplement can help heal leaky gut.

https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2016/05/25/nutritional-video/ Excellent video that explains many nutritional myths we’ve grown up with including – fat is bad. It also points out a few things that are helpful for weight loss, since many MSIDS patients gain weight while in treatment. It also discusses digestive enzymes with ingredients I cover in the article about systemic enzymes: https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.wordpress.com/2016/04/22/systemic-enzymes/

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Leaky Gut – Free Guide

https://info.dralexrinehart.com/articles/understanding-leaky-gut-autoimmunity-and-beyond?

by Dr. Alex Rinehart

Understanding Leaky Gut, Autoimmunity, and Beyond

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Leaky gut is when the intestines absorb bacteria, toxins, and undigested food into the bloodstream.

Once in the bloodstream, these materials trigger inflammation and abnormal immune responses.

Leaky gut has been linked to a number of health problems like Crohn’s disease, irritable bowel syndrome, depression, chronic fatigue syndrome, and virtually every autoimmune disease.

If you suffer with any of those conditions, a good treatment plan must address leaky gut.

Pioneering researcher and medical doctor Dr. Alessio Fasano published a landmark paper in 2012 detailing the the integral link between leaky gut and autoimmune disease.

The paper boldly suggests that autoimmune disease cannot exist without leaky gut.

Normally, a primary job of the intestines is to block the absorption of larger material. It becomes “leaky” by absorbing bigger proteins than it should allow in the blood.

Once in the bloodstream, these materials invite immune reactions. Along the way, the body starts mistaking healthy tissues as enemies too.

This “autoimmunity” can target any tissue in the body.

The thyroid? Hashimoto’s or Graves’ thyroiditis.
The joints? Rheumatoid arthritis.
The gut? Celiac disease or Ulcerative colitis.
The pancreas? Type I Diabetes
Connective tissue? Scleroderma
Red blood cells? Hemolytic anemia

So while autoimmune diseases are characterized by the types of tissues the body is attacking – these attacks start by leaky gut.

This means that an autoimmune thyroid condition is not a thyroid problem. Rheumatoid arthritis is not a joint problem. Autoimmunity to ANY tissue is not a problem with that tissue

Autoimmunity is an IMMUNE problem mediated by GUT HEALTH. To manage autoimmune disease successfully – fix leaky gut.

How to Manage Leaky Gut

Some genetic factors like HLA-DQ2 or HLA-DQ8 can increase your risk for leaky gut; yet, ultimately those who carry leaky gut markers are just more easily triggered by lifestyle factors.

Lifestyle factors for leaky gut include.

Stress
Food intolerance (wheat, dairy, corn, etc)
Sugar
Alcohol
Drugs (especially NSAIDs and PPIs)
Infections (bacterial, yeast, fungal, viral and parasitic).
Imbalance of Gut Flora, Small Intestinal Bowel Overgrowth/Small Intestinal Fungal Overgrowth
Other triggers like radiation exposure, poor sleep, vitamin and mineral deficiencies, and overexercise.

To heal leaky gut, simply follow the bullets above like a roadmap.

Manage stress, limit alcohol and sugar, eat a diverse, nutrient-dense, and low-allergy diet, sleep selfishly, and protect those friendly microbes in your gut!

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**Comment**

Go to link at beginning of article for your Free Guide: The 5 Most Overlooked Consequences of a Broken Gut

For More: https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2018/01/03/the-invisible-universe-of-the-human-microbiome-msm/

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Cure a Cold Fast – It’s Not the Flu Vaccine

Lyme/MSIDS patients have impaired immune systems due to serious bacterial and often viral and fungal infections, so when a cold or flu strikes, we are sitting ducks. Recent research shows that just breathing is enough to spread the flu: http://www.pnas.org/content/early/2018/01/17/1716561115 This information is being used to frighten and push the flu vaccine which Dr. Mercola explains is about 10% effective this year due to viral mismatches and growth substrates where viruses can mutate: https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2017/12/19/flu-vaccine-likely-worthless.aspx

Then there’s that pesky detail of not having enough studies on the effectiveness of formaldehyde killing the virus making it “inactive” which explains why some get the flu after getting the vaccine: http://www.thevaccinereaction.org/2018/01/formaldehyde-doesnt-always-kill-viruses/ This happened before when 40,000 kids were given the Salk IPV and got polio. OOPS!

What authorities don’t tell you about vaccines for the immunocompromised, such as Lyme/MSIDS patients, is that a vaccine which is created to lower your immune system so that your body mounts an immune response can activate latent infections. https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2017/12/02/scottish-doctor-gives-insight-on-lyme-msids/ Within this link you will also see a connection between the HPV vaccine and Bartonella. I just finished “Lyme Madness,” by Lori Dennis. Her son’s Lyme/MSIDS activated after a flu shot. I hear these stories over and over.

And then there’s the damning retroviral connection: https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2017/10/15/vaccines-and-retroviruses-a-whistleblower-reveals-what-the-government-is-hiding/

Often the first sign of immune dysregulation is an adverse reaction to a vaccine: https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2014/04/26/vaccines-adverse-reaction.aspx All it took was a tetanus shot for engineer Eric Gladen to get major neurological symptoms. After going on a protocol for about 6 months to remove mercury, his symptoms vanished. This led him on a journey and gave us the documentary “Trace Amounts,” which is about mercury-based thimerosal & autism. http://www.wnd.com/2015/04/rfk-jr-decries-holocaust-of-forced-vaccination/

https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2017/09/19/autism-aluminum-adjuvant-link-corroborated/

The flu vaccine in particular often contains high amounts of thimerosal, which is 50% mercury. Many vaccines also contain aluminum, a neurotoxin. Research is growing on how these metals accumulate in the brain over time. https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2017/09/21/aluminum-flawed-assumptions-fueling-autoimmune-disease-and-lyme/

https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2017/11/28/biological-mechanisms-of-vaccine-injury/

https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2017/12/06/mechanisms-of-vaccine-injury-part-2/

http://vaxtruth.org/2012/01/aluminum-toxicity-and-a-primer-on-the-vic/ Great article on aluminum toxicity.

So rather than be frightened and reach for what seems like an easy button, this article will hopefully give you practical tools to use at home to lower your flu risk or lessen infection time.

The following video by NPR shows how viruses turn our cells into mini viral reproductive factories.

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In this video Dr. Axe shares his top seven remedies to cure a cold fast. These specific remedies can help you get rid of your cold in 24 hours or less. They are most effective when taken upon initial flu/cold symptoms.

1. Echinacea

The research using Echinacea tea is not consistent. The studies that demonstrated the best effect at shortening the length of a cold occurred when you drink two to three cups of Echinacea tea per day starting on the first or second day of your cold.

2. Elderberry Syrup or Extract

In one study, elderberry syrup reduced the severity of flu symptoms and shortened their duration by about four days. Elderberry extract is also known for inducing sweating, and helps relieve congestion.

3. Vitamin C (1000mg 5x day)

A very potent antioxidant; use a natural form such as acerola, which contains associated micronutrients. You can take several grams every hour (use the liposomal form so you don’t get loose stools), till you are better.

4. Garlic (capsules or cloves)

In the singular study identified by the Cochrane group, those who took garlic daily for three months had fewer colds than those who took a placebo, and, when they did come down with a cold, the duration of illness was shorter — an average of 4.5 days compared to 5.5 days for the placebo group.

5. Oregano Oil/ Oil of Oregano (4-5 drops in water)

The higher the carvacrol concentration, the more effective and most active antimicrobial agent in oregano oil which has potent antibacterial and antiviral effects. In one study, researchers found when in spray form in combination with four other aromatic plants it could immediately reduce the side effects of a cold. This treatment was no longer effective after three days of use. Oil of oregano should not be used by children, women who are pregnant or nursing or who plan to become pregnant.

6. Zinc (100mg a day)

A Cochrane Database Review of the medical research on zinc found that when taken within one day of the first symptoms, zinc can cut down the time you have a cold by about 24 hours. Zinc was also found to greatly reduce the severity of symptoms. Zinc was not recommended for anyone with an underlying health condition, like lowered immune function, asthma or chronic illness. Dr. Mercola does not recommend taking more than 50 mg a day, and does not recommend taking zinc on a daily basis for preventive purposes as you could easily develop a copper imbalance that way.

7. Apple Cider Vinegar (2 Tbsp in water 3x a day)

Cold viruses increase the acidity of your body. Apple Cider vinegar reduces the acidity and has acetic acid that helps prevent the growth of viruses.

Eliminate sugars from your diet, add in a real vegetable soup a day, consume chicken broth, and citrus fruits. For more information on getting rid of a cold check out this article: http://draxe.com/natural-cold-remedies/

If you aren’t already taking a vitamin D supplement, please read about it here: https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2017/12/20/vitamin-d-level.aspx

Since it’s a fat-soluble vitamin, it can be toxic, which is why it’s important to test your level at least yearly. It’s also more effective than the flu-vaccine: https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2017/02/27/vitamin-d-better-than-flu-vaccine.aspx

https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2017/02/06/natural-cold-remedies.aspx Dr. Mercola adds to this list:

1. Meditation – has significant positive effects on heart rate, brain function, stress reduction and blood pressure. Research also has demonstrated lasting positive effects on brain function and immune system. Imaging demonstrated an increase in activation in the left frontal region of the brain associated with lower anxiety, and blood work showed larger increases in antibody production in participants who meditated in the study.

2. Exercise – if all symptoms are above the neck, such as sneezing, sniffling and watery eyes, then breaking out in a sweat is generally considered safe. The immune system functions better when you exercise regularly and is a good preventative measure. Walking, jogging, yoga and slow biking are among the best exercises when you have a cold, while endurance sports, team sports, weightlifting and exercising in the cold weather are among the worst. Exercise may help you feel better but may not shorten the length of your cold. If you are involved in strenuous exercise it depletes the energy needed to fight the virus and can actually make your symptoms worse.

3. Sleep – Sleep has a strong regulatory influence on your immune system and promotes the influence of cytokines stimulating the interaction between antigen-presenting cells and T-helper cells necessary for your body to fight virus infections. Most people need between about eight hours of sleep a night and plenty of rest during the day.

4. Nasal Saline Rinse – Although researchers can only speculate how saline nasal washes are effective in treating and preventing virus infections and recurrences, the fact is they are effective. Use only sterile normal saline water in the rinse. Tap water can increase the inflammatory response in the sinus passages and carry parasites that can infect your brain.

5. Hydrogen Peroxide – In 1928, Dr. Richard Simmons hypothesized that the cold virus entered your body through the ear canal and not the nose. His theory was dismissed by the medical community; however, in 1938, German researchers had great success using hydrogen peroxide in the ear canal to treat colds and the flu. You must start treatment in the first 24 hours to have a significant impact on reducing the length of the cold. Take a capful of hydrogen peroxide and while lying on your side, pour it in, letting it bubble for a few minutes. Switch sides and repeat.

6. Chicken Soup – A team of researchers from the University of Nebraska Medical Center found evidence that chicken soup — both homemade and from the can — had anti-inflammatory properties that could prevent the side effects of a cold. Avoid the canned varieties in favor of a home-cooked version with homemade broth.

9. Coconut Oil – has both antibacterial and antiviral properties. Rub coconut oil over your skin. It is readily absorbed into your body and, as an added benefit, will soften your skin too. Add one-half teaspoon to your coffee or tea when you have a cold and cook with it.

10. Baking Soda – reduces the acidity of your body in the treatment of colds and flu. However, I have pushed the body pH in the opposite direction and achieved the same results, shortening the length of an infection. The administration of baking soda is simple, relatively harmless and easy to test on your own cold. Simply dissolve the recommended amount of baking soda in a glass of cold water and drink it. Recommended dosages from the Arm & Hammer Company for colds and influenza back in 1925 were:

Day 1 — Take six doses of one-half teaspoon of baking soda in glass of cool water, at about two-hour intervals
Day 2 —Take four doses of one-half teaspoon of baking soda in glass of cool water, at the same intervals
Day 3 — Take two doses of one-half teaspoon of baking soda in glass of cool water morning and evening, and thereafter ½ teaspoon in glass of cool water each morning until cold symptoms are gone
This should only be used as an occasional (not chronic) treatment, however, and be careful not to consume excessive amounts, which can cause serious electrolyte and acid/base imbalances.

11. Lifestyle Choices – eliminate or drastically reduce your alcohol intake and smoking. Both of these factors negatively impact your immune system, making it more difficult for your body to fight the viral infection.

12. Steam – will not shorten the length of your cold, but it will help to break up the mucous secretions in your sinuses, reduce the inflammation in your nasal passages and help you to breathe better.

13. Stress Reduction – Practicing meditation, yoga or Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT) are simple and effective practices to support your immune system and prevent other damage caused by stress.

14. Hand Washing – is a deterrent for infection by viruses and against further infection while you are sick. It will also reduce the spread of the virus to other family members, but it will not shorten the length of your cold. Remember that too much hand washing is almost as bad as not enough. Frequent washing strips your skin of protective oils, causing the skin to crack and bleed.

15. Eat Real Food – and avoiding processed foods will give your body the necessary tools to fight a viral infection. It will also reduce the potential you’ll suffer a quick recurrence of the infection.

https://vitalplan.com/blog/flu-alert-how-to-prep-for-a-bad-season?

In this article Dr. Rawls gives some more great advice:

Isolate the sick & stay in bed
Wash your hands
Maintain a healthy immune system
Drink lots of fluids
Take Vitamin C (1,000 mg up to 4X/day)
Take herbal therapy to support your immune system
Apple cider vinegar (2 Tbs with 8oz water and 1-2 tsp local honey – drink several X/day)
Reduce food intake
Inhale steam before bed (can use essential oils in steam)
Antiviral drugs can reduce severity and duration Please see this news story first: http://dfw.cbslocal.com/2018/01/12/unexpected-side-effects-tamiflu/

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The Invisible Universe Of The Human Microbiome & MSM

NPR 2013

The next time you look in a mirror, think about this: In many ways you’re more microbe than human. There are 10 times more cells from microorganisms like bacteria and fungi in and on our bodies than there are human cells. But these tiny compatriots are invisible to the naked eye. Artist Ben Arthur gives us a guided tour of the rich universe of the human microbiome.

https://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2018/01/03/gut-microbiome-probiotics.aspx? Dr. Mercola Jan., 2018

Story at-a-glance

Because 70 to 80 percent of your immune system resides within your gastrointestinal tract, optimizing your gut microbiome is a worthwhile pursuit that will have far-reaching effects on your physical health and emotional well-being
A vital first step toward balancing your gut flora is to eliminate sugar from your diet, especially sugars found in processed foods
Eating fermented foods such as kefir, kimchi and sauerkraut, as well as consuming prebiotic foods like garlic, leeks and onions, can help create an optimal environment for beneficial gut bacteria, while decreasing disease-causing bacteria, fungi and yeast
Taking a probiotic or sporebiotic supplement can also be beneficial, especially during and following antibiotic treatment, because it helps restore and promote healthy gut flora
Your gut bacteria can influence your behavior and gene expression, and has also been shown to play a role with respect to autism, diabetes and obesity

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All Lyme/MSIDS patients should be on a good pro and prebiotic as well as lowering or avoiding sugars, eating a whole-food based diet, and avoiding processed food. Some will do well eliminating gluten and/or dairy. We are all so different – what works for one may not work for another, but all are worth trying.

In my quest, I’ve been studying DMSO and MSM. For that information: https://madisonarealymesupportgroup.com/2018/03/02/dmso-msm-for-lyme-msids/

Briefly, MSM stands for Methylsulfonylmethane and is 34% sulfur by weight. Sulfur plays a crucial role in detoxification and is an important antioxidant for producing glutathione. If you aren’t getting enough sulfur, glutathione can not work. Even if you have a diet rich in sulfur (think cabbage, onions, garlic, broccoli, etc – essentially the stinky veggies – and many other food items as well) your body still could use supplementation.

For me it was a game-changer.

https://lyngenet.com/msm-wonder-supplement-sinus-digestive-lung-esophageal-health/ By Lyn-Genet Recitas, NMT, Sports Nutritionist, Holistic Health Pracitioner, RYT

Recitas, author of “The Plan,” calls MSM the wonder supplement for your gut. It can alleviate allergy symptoms, helps with detoxification, eliminates free radicals, and improves cell permeability. She states that with given time, MSM will start to actually repair damage caused by leaky gut – a common problem with Lyme/MSIDS patients. It can also help the body’s ability to absorb nutrients from food. Many Lyme patients struggle with paralysis of the gut where the muscles of the stomach and intestines stop being efficient. MSM helps this muscle tone as well.

My personal observation after starting MSM

I started out with 1/4 tsp of distilled crystals in about 2 oz of water, since it has a bitter taste. After studying it, I learned the distillation process is the best one and if you want to find sources easily go here: http://www.optimsm.com/brands/ You should see the OptiMSM patent on the product. I happened to get the 16 oz tub of crystals at the Vitamin Shoppe but as you can see there are many brands available. (As always, I don’t make a dime on any of this and have no connection what so ever to any product line)

Within three days I noticed my nails growing faster. Within a week, about 50% of my pain was gone. Now this is a big deal as this pain has been resistant to nearly everything I’ve tried over the years.

After this reduction in pain, I increased the dose to 1/4 tsp twice a day and then ultimately to my final dose of 1/2 tsp twice a day in 2 oz of water.

**update** I had to pull back on amount for a few weeks as my body was detoxing and I broke out like a teenager on my face, back, and chest. All I can say is it does help detoxify as clearly seen on my skin. After reducing the dose for a month or so I easily went back to my full dose of 1/2 tsp once a day. Everyone’s different and requires different doses. Take the lowest amount to achieve desired results.

I have to report that my pain is completely gone on some days with a fraction returning on other days.

For a great MSM guide: http://msmguide.com/

http://www.nutraceuticalsworld.com/contents/view_breaking-news/2017-04-25/decades-of-discovery-summarized-in-new-msm-review/ This article gives a current 2017 review of MSM as well as studies and 195 references.

MSM has been studied for decades.

It is recommended to start at a low initial dose and allow the body to acclimate. You can slowly increase the dose after a week. It is also stated that those with chronic conditions may take up to 6 or more months to notice a difference.

You can also get MSM in creams, gels, and lotions for topical application – as well as pills. Make sure you read about the other ingredients and if the MSM is made from distillation. Like any other supplement, the devil’s in the details.

I’ve had patients report back to me that MSM has been a game-changer for them too. Considering the fact it’s cheap, helps with pain and inflammation, helps with detoxification and helping the gut, it is one item I can suggest to anyone to try.

MSM is derived from DMSO and has many similar properties plus DMSO has many all of its own worth investigating. DMSO takes more knowledge to use so please read that article above in detail as it’s a penetrating agent and will drive anything and everything into your body. If using topically you want it to completely dry before anything touches it and your hands, utensils and everything it’s stored in must be clean and preferably glass. DMSO should never be stored in plastic.

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Dr. Sue Massie – Lyme Webinar

In case you missed the webinar session, or in case you’d like to watch it again, here’s the link to the replay video:

Link: https://app.webinarjam.net/r/3/0/replay/2234/83852c6b10/0/170188289

Title: “Lyme: The Great Imitator”

Description: TDI/Health Through Awareness presents Sue Massie, ND, CNHP who will be discussing her personal experience and latest information on Lyme disease.

Host: Liesha Getson, BCTT, CHHC, Sue Massie, ND, CNHP, Philip Getson, D.O.

If any of our followers are experts in a particular field and have a topic they think our audience would appreciate and that they would like to present on or know of any practitioners that would like to participate please contact:

Liesha at TDI: 856-596-5834

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**Comment**

Lots of great info here. Since Lyme/MSIDS is such a complex illness(es), it’s imperative you deal with all the blow-back as well as imbalances these infections cause and exacerbate.

Listen to this, take notes, think about what symptoms and issues you have and take ideas to your practitioner. Nobody knows your body like you do. With your input, doctors are much more helpful. Speak up at your appointments and take ideas to them for consideration.

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