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Swine Flu - Sure Cure for the deadly lung infection you get - I'm "living" proof

Gracie5 — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 09:18:46 GMT

I do not normally post or comment on blogs or forums. This time I want to comment to Dr. Mercolas news article on the Swine Flu vaccine in hopes he would get the information I have and get it out there for everyone to benefit from. THIS IS VERY IMPORTANT AND COULD SAVE PEOPLES LIVES. I and my son both had the swine flu. Both very sick for 3 weeks. Dreams, vomiting, bowl problems, infection in sinus and lungs, weak heart beat, heart palfitations Both took tamiflu and antibiotics for 2 weeks. 3 days after we finish the Tamiflu and the anti-biotics it came back and hit the lining of my lungs on the right side. It started out feeling like I had a spot in the lower part of my right lung, by the end of the day it felt as though my ribs were broken and I could hardly breath. By Day 3 came I was scared and considering going back to the doctor. I had just started reading on the ph diet book of Robert Young went I got sick and remembered how nothing can live in a balanced ph environment. I started put baking soda in my purified water and drinking it like crazy by that evening the pain was almost gone. By the next morning the pain was totally gone and the horable amounts of thick yellow mucus I was coughing up was totally cleared up. Within 2 days of starting the baking soda and water the cough was gone too. My friend in NY was sick with it too and I immediately called her, told her what to do, same thing with her, it totally cleared up the lung infection. Please see that Dr Mercola gets this information. Maybe he can get it out into the Medical community. Truthfully this simple thing could save lives. I wish I had done it when we first got sick, those 3 weeks were hell! Oh and by the way, I have a sever systemic fungal infection that no pharmacutical drug has been able to cure and I have been living with it for 8 years now, acquired by working in a contamined bldg of black molds. I almost died and probably would have if not for Rubin Jordan of Garden of Life first book. Now I am hoping Robert Youngs ph diet will be my miracle cure once and for all. I use 1 teaspoon of baking soda per one liter of purified or distilled water. A person should drink 1 liter of water per every 40 lbs. of body weight

Why not use Lugol's iodine, Dr. Mercola?

rebekah613 — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 14:13:15 GMT

Dr.Mercola,

In the recent article on hypothyroidism, you stated to not use Lugol's iodine. Can you tell me why, because this is what I use.

Thank you,

Rebekah

Rheumatoligst referral in my area

pinsall26 — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:37:55 GMT

Dr. Mercola,

I am in the early stages of being diagosed with mild RA. My RA factor is 78 , my CCP is 143 and I have negative sedrate & negative CRP

My rheumatologist had wanted to start agressive therapy early and put me on methatexate. I was on Naproxen 500 mg 2x day and stopped due to stomach upset/bloating. I asked her to write a script for minacycline . I am taking 100 mg once at night Mon, Wed & Fri since 10/15. I have also had cortisone shots in 3 fingers and 1 toe joint recently that seems to have helped.

I am willing to be patient with the minocycline and give it time but the doctor siad if I flared again no more cortisone shots since can only give quarterly and she wanted to start me on Plaquenil or methatexrate.

I feel more comfortable going to a rheumatoligt who practices this protocal and willing to be patient with me thru likely flares until this starts working.

Would you please provide some recommendations to me. My medical insurance is with AETNA

I live in a suburb outside of Philadelphia. Allentown and parts of central NJ are also commutable to me. My zipcode is 19044

Much thanks

Pat

lowering Potassium

3wheels4me — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 20:15:26 GMT

Hello

I have been told by my Dr, that my potassium is to high. I am wondering

what i can do to lower this i am eating lots of ground Turkey, chicken

i have been doing the eating clean diet which is mainly just not eating

commercial foods like fast easy box meals.

I would appreciate any information on this

Thank you so much in advance.

fumaric acid in the treatment of psoriasis

Steven Peeters — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 11:22:17 GMT

is there anybody who has any informationon this, positif ( is already known a little bit) but are there any known side effects and if so at what dose?

steven peeters, belgium

Retin-A and Sun Protection for the Face

ts123 — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 05:40:40 GMT

Dr Mercola,

I saw in one of your articles that you have been using Retin-A for over 20 years. I understand that this makes the skin very vulnerable to the sun. Since you recommend that everyone get sun every day, what do you recommend for the face? Do you use sunblock (or complete shade, hat, etc) at ALL times on the face? I am very interested because I have heard so many great things about Retin-A but the main drawback is that the outer layer of the skin is thinned leaving it open to damage from sun, waxing, shaving.

Thanks

Tee

weight loss

sunshine0 — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 20:57:40 GMT

I took the test and it appears that I am a protein type. Although recently I read the PH Miracle book and stopped eating meat and just have basically eaten green leafy vegetables and tomatoes, squash, etc. with fish occassionally. No grains except for some rice. I did eat tofu. I have been taking a green drink daily and eating alot of nuts. I have lost quite a bit of weight but have not gained any energy and I feel hungry and am getting tired of the salads.

I crave meat especially beef. I was raised on a farm where we had fresh meat, eggs and veggies every day. I always had energy and rarely got sick. We had little in the way of processed foods and sweets.

Although it appears from the test that I am a protein type. I have eaten similar to this way before following the type O diet and did not loose weight of feel better.

I am confused. What about leafy greens and vegetables that most of the experts are saying are so important and eat little or no meat. And especially those that talk the acid/alkaline diet.

Thanks

Sunshine0

Minocin & RA

pinsall26 — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 19:53:29 GMT

Dr. Mercola,
Was reading your antibiotic protocol for Minacin for RA
I am taking 100 mg every other day of minocycline generic with 500 mg Naproxen- I have been recently diagnosed with early mild RA.
Not sure whcih is causing me horrible stomach upset- Naproxen or Minocyclien

I am getting an enteric coated Naproxen today

But there is a generic versin of Solodyn in 45, 65, 90, 115 & 135 mg that is time-released
I know the appenid in RA, the infection connection book said the pelletized brand of Minocin (now made by Triox since Wyeth sold it) was better than generic but why? Could the time-released generic Solodyn work just as well at reducing stomach upset?

Can you tell me where I can find the generic pelletized version. I don't tink Lederle makes any more since they sold their brand Minocen to Wyeth & Wyeth sold to Triax<gr>

Thanks!

Pat

Miracle Mineral Solution What does Dr. M think?

Willow65 — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 17:19:59 GMT

I have been reading about something called Miracle Mineral Solution developed by Jim Humble and there is a video that goes along with it. While it seems almost too good to be true (I know, I know -- If it seems too good to be true, it probably is) I have heard incredible stories about it and have had a difficult time finding out that there is anything BAD about it. The only negatives I have read are written by medical doctors who do not recommend it -- however, I really don't take this to heart. I have learned that if they don't get a cut in something or if a product is going to prevent you from being in their office every three months, they don't recommend it!

I am really very curious to know whether or not Dr. Mercola has ever heard of this (or any of the readers on here) and what he/they have to say about it. After six months or so of my own investigation I have ordered the product. When I have received it and used it I will post again my personal results for anyone who might be interested.

Here is a link to the information page which includes the video:

http://www.themiraclemineralsupplement.com/

Toxemia During Pregnancy

Coach Sally — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:53:11 GMT

Hello. I have been researching my 'condition' for 12 years now and getting close but frustrated. During my pregnancy I developed toxemia. Not pre-eclampsia, but full blown, rushed to the hospital, toxemia. My son was delivered 7 weeks early. I had gained 40 pounds during this pregnancy and before then was a size 4 and very healthy. I never could lose that 40 pounds. I have tried everything. Every time I would ask a doctor they would reply, 'that happens after pregnancy and you'll just have to get use to your new size.' I AM STILL NOT USE TO IT 12 YEARS LATER! I have tried all the exercise and healthy diets with no change. I'm tired of people telling me to eat salads and drink water. I did all of this with no results. If I should eat unhealthy for a few days (like pizza and burgers) I do not gain any additional weight. And I do not drink soda. I drink water and teas. I can take OTC water pills and get relief over some swelling which makes me feel better, but have no weight loss. Before I had a high metabolism and never gained weight. Now, I still do not gain any more weight than the 40 pounds, but I can not seem to lose even 5 pounds. Not much info is out on toxemia and what is happening to the body during. Many articles say all the symptoms go away after delivery and that has not been true in my situation. What I have learned is that the high blood pressure involved with this slows down your kidney function. I have tried natural kidney cleanses and natural diuretics, juicing and much more. I drink so much water during the day I feel heavy. ANY information you have that could help lose this gross 40 pounds would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

healing broken bones

B L Ramm — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 17:59:36 GMT

Dear Dr Mercola:

I cannot find any information on your website on how to heal bone fractures/breaks. ie: which nurients work the best?? Silica?? Comphrey?? And the role these vitamins, minerals etc. play in the healing process. I'm home with a broken ankle and would like to speed up/ improve the healing process.

Thank you very much

Bunny Ramm

Straterra

colbyjtaylor — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:57:21 GMT

I am looking for some alternative options to the ADHD medication, "Stratterra." I have been using this medication for numerous years and would like to know if there are other options and nutritional aspects that can be implemented.

Dr. Mercola,

Here is some information on the drug:

Strattera is a non-stimulant prescription medicine approved by the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for the treatment of ADHD in children, adolescents, and adults. Strattera is a norepinephrine reuptake inhibitor, a class of ADHD treatment that works differently from the other ADHD medicines available.

Focus your attention
Listen more easily to what others are saying
Be less forgetful in daily activities
Concentrate and be less distracted
Better organize tasks and activities
Start and finish projects

This drug is in the family of adrenaline... henceforth, these are positives.

Constipation
Dry mouth
Nausea
Decreased appetite
Dizziness
Trouble sleeping
Sexual side effects
Menstrual cramps
Problems passing urine

These are the complications and side effects.

Thank you for your help!

Nano-Chip inside swine/hybrid vaccines?

dkheath777 — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:58:09 GMT

Dr Mercola,

If this is true we have bigger problems on our hands than squalene. Is there any possible way you can verify this information??

Im in the military so this info will make or break my career......

http://www.fourwinds10.com/siterun_data/health/vaccinations/news.php?q=1252603660

please contact me if possible at dkheath777@netscape.net

Thank you!!!

Reduced Form or Oxidized Vitamin C

montie — Mon, 19 Oct 2009 20:34:04 GMT

Within the past few weeks, Dr. Mercola described two different types of Vitamin C, one was a white powder and the other was a brown powder. One was better than the other. One was called "reduced form C" and the other called "oxidized C." I have lost the date of the newsletter with this information and wondered how I might be able to purchase the better, more useful form of Vitamin C. Dr. Mercola described one of these types as worthless. I have done searches for both forms but come up Zero! Suggestions, anyone?

swine flu nasal vaccine and mutation of virus

mbluy1 — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:18:33 GMT

Hi I am a respiratory therapist and I have been wondering if we inject children with the nasal swine flu vaccine.

Wont they sneeze and cough it out for it to mutate or will this not happen because of all the preseratives in it?

How long will the child being vaccinated be contagious to another who has not had vaccine?

Modern root canal treatment

vaughnendo — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 05:33:05 GMT

Dr. Mercola,

I would like to discuss your recommendations against root canal treatment. There have been major advancements in the way that root canal treatments are performed in the last 5 years, not to mention the changes since the early 1900s. Would you please consider a corespondance with me regarding updates in endodontic treatment in which we could candidly discuss modern scientific research on the subject? Thank you in advance,

Dr. Aaron Vaughn

Dr. Mercola's Protein Shake Recipe

wilson_05 — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 16:08:13 GMT

I wrtoe down the recipe while listening to the video...

however, the amount of seeds for Omega 3 and 6 was not mentioned...

i would like to know the amount of each that Dr M uses or would recommend to start with?

since i am using bioidentical hormones, i am told not to use flax. so i wonder if chia has a estrogen-type makeup too and should i aviod it also?

thank you very much for your help,

mary beth wilson

corsicana, tx

What in the world is wrong with Lugol's iodine?

Florencia — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 18:42:46 GMT

Dr. Mercola,

In your article entitled Signs Symptoms, and Solutions for Poor Thyroid Function, http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2009/10/20/Signs-Symptoms-and-Solutions-for-Poor-Thyroid-Function.aspx, you say the following:

"Please avoid using Lugol’s solution or iodine, as that will actually worsen your thyroid condition."

You give no reason for this statement, and I would REALLY like to know why you are asserting this. Please reply. I know many people who believe that Lugol's is a good thing, and I was just about to start taking it.

Please answer. Thank you.

Mammograms

Regina C — Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:59:21 GMT

I am an x-ray tech and am in agreement with your stand on the hazards of mammograms. I am currently compiling data on the radiation doses of various medical x-ray exams. I am curious why you state that a typical mammogram includes 4 views of each breast. From professional and personal experience I believe that 2 views of each breast is standard. I also would like to verify whether your stated dose of 1 rad per exam pertains to film/screen or digital technique.

Thank you for your prompt response. I find your website very helpful with many health issues.

Regina Chew

Government compensation for Swine Flu Vaccine injuries

noah600 — Sun, 06 Sep 2009 16:11:51 GMT

Dear Dr. Mercola,

I understand that the drug manufacturers have received immunity against any liability caused by swine flu vaccine injuries. However, I also understand that you may still be compensated by the government as far as lawsuits go. Do you have any information on this or where I can go to find out the answer to this question?

Thank you!

In the recent article on hypothyroidism, Dr. Mercola said Lugol's iodine would make it worse, Why?

rebekah613 — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:15:33 GMT

Dr. Mercola,

A few minutes before I read your recent article on hypothyroidism, I put a few drops of Lugol's iodine into my mouth. Then I read you saying not to use Lugol's iodine. Can you tell me why? Why supplemental iodine drops would you recommend?

Thanks,

Rebekah

Krill Oil formulation Claims on your website

sharmaan — Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:52:58 GMT

Dear Dr. Mercola,

I have been reading your newsletters. I was in the market for some Krill oil & noticed the following claims on the formulation you recommend. See my comments on your claims. I do not agree will all claims due to the following reasons. Please clarify.

Gives you a more pure product by reducing the number of inactive ingredients that act as a carrier for the active ones.-----NOT TRUE as the number of carriers are the same.
Helps you avoid potentially allergenic ingredients.----NO DATA--People allergic to Krill will be allergic to both, just krill oil in a capsule.
Improves bioavailability by promoting absorption.*-------NOT TRUE---The absorption will be same.
Avoids the use of plasticizers -- chemicals that can exert a negative effect on your endocrine system.-----ALL CAPSULE SHELLS HAVE TO HAVE PLASTICIZERS, OTHERWISE THEY WILL BE VERY BRITTLE.
Protects contents more by providing a strong barrier to oxygen.----The protection will be same or better with soft gel capsules not with hard gel capsules due to head space in the hard gelatin capsule where there will be air can lead to oxidation.
Possesses greater bioavailability due to reduced sensitivity to heat and moisture.*----Not true. This will be the same in both cases or worse in the case of hard gelatin capsule.
Provides you with a good alternative to bovine capsules...it is formulated with fish gelatin.------OK
Allows you to see your product's purity through increased visibility of contents----Comparable clarity.
Resists tampering. ----Soft gel also does not allow tampering.

Anant

protandim

another voice — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 04:26:06 GMT

does anyone know anything about the product Protandim; it has been advertised on ABC , on the today show, and on NBC as a great new revelutionary antioxidant. just want to know if this is a safe product, and does it work?

I have viral meningitis please help

bigsoupy — Sun, 04 Oct 2009 19:44:08 GMT

I am a 32 year old man and I have had viral meningitis for 2 weeks now. I have migraines when ever i do any sort of activity, go outside or look at a computer screen so this is very hard to do right now. When I went to the emergency room last week, morphine was the only thing that helped. They gave me a spinal-tap and sent me home with percocet. It helped while I was lying down in a dark room. I spent a week at home all drugged up. The doctor at the ER told me I should be fine in 7-10 days. I was feeling better so decided to go to work, I work construction outside. Just the drive to work was to much for me, I had to get driven home. It got so bad the percocet wasn't helping. I went to see a neurologist and he gave me Divalproex ER 500mg TER and Metoclopramide HCL 10mg tab. i took the pills and got sick like I had the flu, dizzy, diarrhea and sore stomach. I no longer have any faith in my doctors so I went online and found some remedies for migraines. I'm now taking MigraSolve (pextadolex), bee propolis, licorice root, vitamin d3 and a probiotic for the last couple of days and still feel the same. I also have a small pituitary tumor and take testosterone, but the neurologist said it wasn't the problem. If anyone has any suggestions I would love to hear them. I really need to get back to work, I have a wife and little boy and I'm the sole provider.

IODINE question for Dr Mercola

jojohealth — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 00:44:54 GMT

Dr Mercola,

Regarding your 10/20/09 newsletter/article on Thyroid/iodine function and hoping you can clear something up.... have also just finished Dr. Brownsteins book on Iodine. He seems to be an advocate for Lugol's solution....you mention him in your article and that he has a book out with more info, yet it seems you are not in agreement with his lugol's iodine solution and pendren.....mainly, you seem to be in conflict with his thoughts. You also mentioned toxic halides get stuck in the body and cant get rid of...then later in article you mention saunas, etc...to get rid of them....are you saying you CAN get rid of them, just that its hard? I feel like I have symptoms of iodine deficiency (WI - goiter belt) with hair loss, dry skin, cold, etc...I was ready to just supplement...now I am not sure, are you suppose to have a urine test, or can you assume you are deficient as Brownstein says over 96% of his patients are....and considering my WI location, I am more than likely to be deficient. Couldnt I just supplement small amounts to be safe?