Absorption

isotonic

brazosdedios — Mon, 17 Aug 2009 23:47:44 GMT

Does the stomach make liquids isotonic for absorption in the small intestine? I ask because of the promotion of isotonic supplements as more readily absorbed. I see little and conflicting information on this subject.

Raw Dairy ?

107ch — Fri, 18 Apr 2008 12:20:51 GMT

Hi,

I have recently become lactose intolerant. I have read that many who are lactose intolerant can consume raw milk with no issues. My question is, I live on a farm in Wisconsin in dairy country. I have access to raw milk, but it is not organic. The cows are fed silage and corn, but no chemicals or hormones. Will this milk still be better for you? Do you think I will de able to digest it?

Thanks

Dennis

How do you get Omega 3's if you have fish allergies?

egreezy — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 17:51:17 GMT

I know you can get some through eggs and flaxseeds. Are those the only ways get a sufficient amount w/out krill oil?

Fish oil supplents on empty stomach

Thomas3344 — Tue, 05 May 2009 21:12:15 GMT

Hi,

I am always uncertain with certain supplents if I still receive the benefits when taken on an empty stomach. I have done research but with some supplements I still can't receive a definitive answer.

Can I take and receive full benefits if I take fish oil soft gelcaps on an empty stomach.

Can I take milk thistle and receive full benefits on an empty stomach?

If any one knows of a web site that answers theses questions and the site uses scientic data and not some persons theory with no evidence can you please also share the web site.

Respectfully,

Thomas3344

Thank you PS- I know Dr Mercols offers a top shelf omega 3 source supplements biut for the time being I am buying what I can afford.

Fulvic Acid Supplementation

vmm2sew — Tue, 05 May 2009 19:24:35 GMT

There is alot of info about Fulvic Acid supplementation and alot of products. Could anyone give me some insight as to what the best way to take Fulvic Acid. You can take it alone or it is offered in alot of nutritional products to boost their effectiveness. Thanks.

enzymes for fat digestion

Elhame — Sat, 22 Nov 2008 06:54:32 GMT

Hi,

I had my gallbladder removed few months ago and I have been told my a nutritionist that I need to take enzymes with every meal....Can you please suggest me a brand that you would recommend? Also, why aren't any enzymes sold in this site?

PS: I am taking now the 'Gold Digest' enzymes which are very expensive; but I honeslty don't know if they are working for me and I want to know if there is a way I can know if those enzymes are being effective!

Thanks,

Ellhame

Liquids with meals?

Clivian — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 15:53:49 GMT

Hello,

I've heard that it is better to have meals without any liquids, wait about 2.5-3 hours for the food to be digested completely, and then drink water to clense and hydrate your body. I have tryied it for the past few weeks and at first I was thirsty right after I finished with my meal (I always had a drink when I ate before) and I got used to it quickly, but I can't determine if I feel better in long term because I'm changing my diet according to my NT right now.

I'd love to hear your opinion on this.

Thanks in advance,
George

Enhancing Mineral absorption?

Naturespirit — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 15:50:33 GMT

What can be done to help our bodies absorb minerals better? I feel that my body gets the best minerals from wild plants, but what are some other ideas for high mineral food? Chlorella or spirulina? I am feeling deficient and really want to focus on this. Thanks!

Digestion

PhyllisB — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 12:23:39 GMT

I have read theories that you should always eat fruit on an empty stomach because it has a faster digestion time than other foods, and if you eat it last it will be sitting in your stomach waiting for the heavier foods to digest. What do you think about this as in Dr. Mercola's plan you should eat fruit last? Thank you.

sleep cycles

ara_3 — Mon, 04 Dec 2006 18:11:11 GMT

Hi Glen, again,

as far as staying up all night and sleeping soundly through the morning into early afternoon, 2 weeks ago I've also given up ground coffee for breakfast, increasing the sense of fatigue and mental spaciness for 4 days, but still could not revert sleep cycles. As a last resort I started to take melatonin for the last 3 nights, last night fell asleep at 1.00 a.m, eventually. I do not work shifts as you ask, I cannot even work at the moment, I feel overwhelmed with my husband's OCD and moodiness, expecting attention and perfection around the flat all the time. I guess I can only relax after he's gone to bed; and that's why I feel more mentally focused to search for help and information at night, over the internet (since 2 months ago we have a fixed line). My husband had his thyroid burned with radioactive iodium, he takes thyroxin, can no longer work shifts as he finds it hard to start early morning, he goes to work part time later afternoon to 9.30 p.m. He's very ritualistic with cleaning before sitting to eat, so often it's 11 p.m. when he eats. That's how I got into staying up late. Also, we live on a first floor, at the shadow of another building in front and prominent balconies, I hardly ever see sunlight these days, I was wondering if this might add to the problem.

I'm struggling a lot with getting the right ratio and food quality. I've been reading other patients' postings, to get some idea.

That's about it for now,

thank you,

ara

lactose

Kevin S — Sun, 21 May 2006 02:19:07 GMT

Hi Glen,
If i am lactose intolerane will eating a metabolicly correct diet help me correct this aspect so i can start eating cream, butter etc? I have been doing goats milk kefir and find that it helps a little.

Enzymes

FOUNDATIONS — Sat, 21 Jan 2006 18:18:35 GMT

Will the taking of enzymes help decrease the potential for acid reflux and if so, How?

Absorbtion

Survey Questions — Wed, 11 Jan 2006 14:57:48 GMT

What exactly are you talking about?