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jja Posts: 11
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Has anyone heard of or used alkaline water? I've heard a couple of people raving about it lately and am debating trying it. One person told me that they have a friend that was "cured" of their fibro symptoms after drinking it for a month. I'm pretty skeptical but honestly up for anything at this point. Any thoughts or experience with alkaline water? I am by no means a professional and the views I post are strictly my opinion and are not meant to substitute for professional advice.
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brandib811 Posts: 3546
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I've heard through my anatomy and physiology class that more basic, alkaline, water is healthier for the body's cells and slows the growth of cancerous cells. I don't know how much truth there is to that though. Meds:
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JoSh11 Posts: 1233
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Probably the only way any of us knows if a treatment option is going to help us is to try it. I've read - and experienced - that Fibro folks are very sensitive to meds & supplements of any type. So if I'm trying something different, I always start low & slow. Sometimes with things like herbs/lifestyle changes/supplements, nothing seems to have changed much: no pain or fatigue reduction. But then when I stop, the pain & fatigue suddenly go up. Sometimes that's the only way I know the supplement or action was helping. And yes, I did try an alkalinizing diet & water for about 6 mo, several years ago. Didn't notice much difference either when I was doing it or after I stopped. But that was me; we're all different. Happy experimenting! ~EVERYTHING CAN BE TAKEN FROM YOU BUT ONE THING, THE LAST OF HUMAN FREEDOMS - TO CHOOSE ONE'S ATTITUDE IN ANY GIVEN SET OF CIRCUMSTANCES.
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LeoM Posts: 3
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There is no research on alkaline water and Fibromyalga. For people who may suffer from GERD or other digestive problems, alkaline water has been shown to offer some relief. Some people suggest that alkaline water should help based on the belief that Fibro is an autoimmune disease, but there is no research to back that up. Alkaline water should be seen as a healthy lifestyle choice, not as a medicine. Post edited by: LeoM, at: 04/10/2012 11:52 AM |
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MoiraWolf Posts: 3410
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I use a 1/4 to 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda (alkaline) in a cup of water to fix indigestion and heart burn. It reacts with the acid in the stomach to form water, salt, and carbon dioxide, which you belch up. I wouldn't do this ALL the time, as too much salt water can REALLY throw off your electrolyte balance in your body. And at that concentration is WAY stronger than the alkaline water that's being talked about here. But for those emergency, I'm going to die if this stomach burn doesn't stop... it's a great antacid. For long term use for stomach acid, you're better off with catnip tea. (Catnip is a mint, like spearmint or peppermint.) Any mint blend will do, but catnip's best for anything to do with the stomach, including colic in infants. I am not a medical doctor and any medical opinion I give is based on personal experience and/or research. It is not intended to suppliment or replace your doctor. Follow at your own risk.
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You know Catnip tea stayed in my house when kid were younger. It is funny how Dr don't want you to use this for babies anymore. They want to make money plus give the pharm a little cut on the side. Some young mother don't want you to give to there babies. I'm saying it did not hurt my kids or grands. They don't get sick often, guess immune system is tough. Nor did it hurt me. But hate to say it if you came at me with the stuff now. You would have a fight on your hands. |
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JoSh11 Posts: 1233
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Never heard of catnip tea. What is is supposed to do for you? ~EVERYTHING CAN BE TAKEN FROM YOU BUT ONE THING, THE LAST OF HUMAN FREEDOMS - TO CHOOSE ONE'S ATTITUDE IN ANY GIVEN SET OF CIRCUMSTANCES.
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LeoM Posts: 3
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Ginger is my favorite fast fix for an upset stomach. Tea and capsules seem to help best. |
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Catnip Tea Is a Natural Sedative and Digestive Aid Catnip tea contains vitamins A, B, and C, calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and sodium. According to tea enthusiast site The Right Tea, catnip's calming properties can help relieve stress, anxiety, and help treat insomnia and migraines. It is a natural antacid and can help with colic, diarrhea, stomach cramps, and flatulence. http://lifehacker.com/5828455/catnip-tea-is-a-natural-
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MoiraWolf Posts: 3410
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See? lol Love the stuff for babies with colic! I am not a medical doctor and any medical opinion I give is based on personal experience and/or research. It is not intended to suppliment or replace your doctor. Follow at your own risk.
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Carbidopa/Levadopa 25/100mg
Fish Oil Omega 3 - 1400mg
multi-vitamin pack
Vitamin C 500mg
Vitamin D3 50,000units, once a week
Dx: Fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, obstructive sleep apnea, restless leg syndrome, degnerative joint disease, hypertension, diabetes type II, irritable bowel syndrome, plantar fasciitis, reactive airway disease, chronic allergies, hashimoto's disease, TMJ, morbid obesity, major depressive disorder, generalized anxiety disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, seasonal affective disorder
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