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3 Ridiculously Easy Natural Remedies For Exceptional GI Health

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If you’ve dealt with acid reflux, indigestion (or think you have) severe digestion issues, you may be interested in any of these three natural remedies to help restore your gastrointestinal and overall health.
Gastrointestinal distress can be caused by a myriad of circumstances including poor diet, stress, chronic use of antibiotics, medications, drugs, alcohol and even parasites among others.


Natural remedies and other protocols have been proven to not only provide relief but often times reverse the conditions altogether. Studies like this one and this one have proven that Complementary and alternative medicines are effective in treating irritable bowel syndrome. Also, in treating many
Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders.

Symptoms and GI conditions

  • Acid reflux
  • Ulcers
  • Lack of or excessive acid
  • Severe indigestion
  • SIBO
  • Leaky Gut
  • Parasites
  • Candida among others.

Often times, many of these conditions are the result of an imbalance in the microbiome, poor diet and some of the remove circumstances. For example, the risk factor for intestinal parasites includes living in or visiting an area known to have parasites, poor sanitation, poor hygiene, exposure to child and institutional care centers, and having a weakened immune system. Acid reflux can be the end result of years of poor eating habits (including eating right before bed or eating too fast) and when eating processed foods daily.

1. Cranberry-Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) Metabolism Booster 

This natural remedy was originally shared by doctor Eric Berg in his youtube video below–” The REAL Reason Apple Cider Vinegar Works for Losing Weight”. It combines the amazing benefits ACV and lemon plus no sugar added cranberry juice– you are going to love it. Here’s why:

Why is this Combination Powerful?

According to Dr. Berg most bodies are way too alkaline– yep, you read that right. It turns out that every part of our body has a different PH (urine, saliva. The real indicator of body’s PH is in our blood, but keep in mind that the PH oxidises and changes as soon as you take the blood out of the body.
The key here is to go by symptoms– excess acid vs low acid levels. excess acid symptoms:

Low stomach acid

  • Bloating, belching, burning sensation, wind after meals.
  • Feeling particularly full after eating.
  • Indigestion/heartburn/acid reflux.
  • Bloating.
  • Burning sensation 30-40 mins after eating.
  • Diarrhea/constipation.
  • Food allergies/intolerances.
  • Nausea.

Excess Stomach Acid

  • Bloating
  • stomach discomfort
  • Bloody or black stools or bloody vomiting.
  • Burping.
  • Dysphagia — a narrowing of your esophagus, which creates the sensation of food being stuck in your throat.
  • Hiccups that don’t let up.
  • Nausea.
  • Weight loss for no known reason.

Taking just 5 or 10 minutes to enjoy this elixir will boost your metabolism, get your GI tract ready for the day, get rid of acid reflux, assist in bowel movement, and most add some of the good acids our digestive system yearns for and needs.

You can make 5 mason jars of this fabulous natural digestion booster ahead on Sundays if you are super busy. However, if you can spear 5 minutes out of your time every morning make it fresh for the day (3 servings)– after all, it has lemon and vinegar in it, and vinegar will only get stronger.

If you’ve dealt with acid reflux, indigestion (or think you have) severe digestion issues, you may be interested in any of these three natural remedies to help restore your gastrointestinal and overall health.

Gastrointestinal distress can be caused by a myriad of circumstances including poor diet, stress, chronic use of antibiotics, medications, drugs, alcohol and even parasites.

Symptoms and GI conditions

  • Acid reflux
  • Ulcers
  • Lack of or excessive acid
  • Severe indigestion
  • SIBO
  • Leaky Gut
  • Parasites
  • Candida among others.

In many cases, many of these conditions have been caused by an imbalance of friendly bacteria, poor diet or some of the aforementioned circumstances. For example, the risk factor for intestinal parasites includes living in or visiting an area known to have parasites, poor sanitation, poor hygiene, exposure to child and institutional care centers, and having a weakened immune system.

Acid reflux can be the end result of years of poor eating habits (including eating right before bed or eating too fast) and most importantly eating processed foods daily.

Recipe
(Servings 1)

Instructions:
Mix all ingredients into water. Enjoy!

Note: Remember to always use a straw when drinking ACV or acidic drinks to protect enamel. I use a glass or metal straw.

Natural remedies and other protocols have been proven to not only provide relief but often times reverse the conditions altogether. Studies like this one and this one have proven that Complementary and alternative medicines are effective in treating irritable bowel syndrome. Also, in treating many Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders
Here are three of my top natural remedies for your to try!

10 Oz of filtered water (I use this filter) 1/2 lemon juice 2 tbsp of no sugar added cranberry juice 1 tbsp organic apple cider vinegar

2. Ginger-Aloe Vera Shots

Ginger has been well-known for alleviating symptoms of gastrointestinal distress, and aloe vera has been deemed the food of the gods by South American indigenous tribes.
In herbal medicine, ginger is highly regarded as an excellent carminative (a substance which promotes the elimination of intestinal gas) and intestinal spasmolytic (a substance which relaxes and soothes the intestinal tract). [2]

Recent research has revealed that ginger possesses several therapeutic properties including antioxidant effects, an ability to inhibit the formation of inflammatory compounds, and direct anti-inflammatory effects.

Health Benefits Of Ginger

Ginger is a versatile healing spice that we should all include into your diet . Plus, it has excellent health benefits including :

  • Gastrointestinal relief
  • Relief of Nausea and Vomiting During Pregnancy
  • Anti-inflammatory effects
  • Protection against Colorectal Cancer
  • Ginger Induces Cell Death in Ovarian Cancer Cells
  • Immune Boosting Action [2]

Recipe
(Servings 5 Shots)

  • 1 large piece of ginger (5-6 inches or more)
  • Aloe vera plant leaf crystals (1 leaf)
  • Water (optional to dilute shots)

Instructions:
Use a vegetable peeler or knife to carefully peel away the green portion of the leaves. Be sure to cut through the inner white layer to the gel underneath. Peel off all of the skin on one side of each leaf.

if you have large leaves, it may be helpful to cut them into smaller pieces before peeling. Discard the skin as you go so it won’t get mixed in with your gel{the green part is bitter}.

Scoop the gel out with a spoon or knife. The clear, soft gel is easily scoopable. Scoop it all out into a clean bowl until there’s nothing left in the leaf half. (You may rub the leftover gel from that leaf on your face for an instant glow facial 😉
Finally, add ginger and aloe crystals to a blender or nutribullet and blend until you get a paste.
Strain using a clean stalking or fine mesh stainless steel strainer.

Store in a glass jar in the fridge, and consume a shot or two every morning. Or if you’d like you can add a shot to a glass of water and enjoy it like that.

Fennel, Licorice Root Tea

The combination of this fantastic tisane will keep your digestion and GI tract running smoothly.
Fennel is an excellent source of vitamin C. It is also very good of dietary fiber, potassium, molybdenum, manganese, copper, phosphorus and folate. In addition, fennel is a good source of calcium, pantothenic acid, magnesium, iron, and niacin. [3]

Menopausal Symptoms

Only one study by Shirazi et al. assessed the effectiveness of fennel combined with Officinalis (Melissa) in treatment of sleep disorder.
Two studies investigated fennel effect on atrophy vaginal. One study evaluated oral fennel effect on atrophy vaginal.  Three studies investigated the effect of fennel on sexual function and sexual satisfaction.

Based on the findings via trials on three different databases, researchers determined in 2017 that fennel is important in the relieving of vasomotor symptoms, vaginal itching, dryness, dyspareunia, sexual function, sexual satisfaction, and sleep distribution. [4]

Both placebo and treatment groups revealed significant improvements in the hot flush score, night sweats, symptoms of anxiety, feeling depressed, and impatience with other people.

Natural Sleep Aid

The treatment of 12 weeks with fennel caused a slight effect that did not reach to significant. These findings should be considered cautiously because of small sample size, short-term follow-up and subjective measure of sleep quality.

When Fennel was combined with officinalis it is more effective in the attenuating of sleep disorders compared to Citalopram. [ 6]

Recipe
(Servings 3-4)

Instructions:
Boil water, then add fennel and licorice tea. Steep for about 5-7 minutes. You may use an infuser kit for the licorice tea. Also, I like to use a fine mesh stainless steel strainer.
Let tea cool off and put in the fridge. Drink throughout the day or with meals.


A word of caution on Licorice root:

According to Dr. Axe in this article, some side effects of licorice root are primarily connected to glycyrrhizin, so if any of them concern you, DGL licorice is probably the best option.

Never consume licorice root extract if you’re pregnant, as it may increase risk of early delivery or miscarriage, or if you have heart, liver or kidney issues. Some evidence suggests taking licorice in supplement form may have estrogen-like effects on female hormone-sensitive conditions (breast cancer, uterine cancer, ovarian cancer, endometriosis, uterine fibroids) and should not be taken by people with such diseases. It may also worsen hypertonia (a muscle condition caused by nerve disease), potassium deficiency (hypokalemia) or erectile dysfunction.

If you do consume licorice root extract, the maximum recommended dosage is a maximum of six to 18 grams a day in order to limit the amount of glycyrrhizin. (26) Side effects to watch for include edema, high blood pressure, low potassium levels and chronic fatigue. Also, stop taking licorice root two weeks before surgery, as it may interfere with blood pressure control during surgical procedures.

Your Turn. Have you tried any of these natural remedies? What’s your favorite. Share in the comments below.

Sources
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=72 [2]
http://www.whfoods.com/genpage.php?tname=foodspice&dbid=23 [3]
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5949311/ [4]
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6085528/ [5]
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6336564/ [6]

Digestion Aid Smoothie

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You know at this point that smoothies and juices are the way to go to pack as many vegetables and fruits at once.

I like to think that whatever we put in our bodies — good or bad- determines how we feel.

That’s why I love to make smoothies with my new Nutri Ninja because it pulverizes vegetables and fruits.  Therefore, you get all of the prebiotics and fiber from the fruits and vegetables.    my or juices in order to nourish my body as often as possible.  Here’s a great smoothie recipe to get you started or to add to your repertoire of smoothies.

If you prefer juice that’s ok, those are some of the best ways to nourish you your body as often as possible.  Here’s a great smoothie recipe to get you started or to add to your repertoire of smoothies.

What’s your favorite smoothie? 

How I Save Hundreds Making My Own Natural Probiotics. You can too!

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Fermented and Natural Probiotic foods can be made at home.  If you are looking to save money in probiotics such as Kefir, Kombucha, and plain yogurt this is the way to do it.

This time I made homemade yogurt in a crock pot which serves as the incubator if you don’t own a yogurt maker .   Again, a crock pot will do the job just as you’ll soon learn.

Making your own natural probiotics at home is easy, fast and best of all– you’ll save hundreds if not thousands of dollars every year!

See, busy people like you and I hear Kefir grains (to make milk kefir) or the word SCOBY –to make kombucha and the process that comes with it, and we automatically think:

  • Oh no, another chore on my long list of things to do…
  • It is too difficult, I don’t know where to start, what if I mess up? That is what I used to think but believe me, fermented foods literally make themselves.
  • You feel intimidated and think, forget it too much work. Off to the store you go.

I know exactly how you feel and that is why I’m going to show you, the quickest and easiest way to make your own probiotics at home– specifically Yogurt and Kefir.

The time that is spent in preparation, is about 15 minutes while I gathered my ingredients and tools.

Homemade Yogurt in a Crockpot

What You’ll Need

  • 1/2 gallon of organic milk (unpasteurized or raw works best) 2 hours and 45 minutes.
  • Small crock pot closer to the 2-quart size
  • Plain organic yogurt
  • mixing bowls
  • plastic spatulas
  • glass jars (for storage)

 

how to make homemade yogurt organic

Instructions

The instructions below are from Thankfully Thrifty, they are easy to follow and will yield amazing creamy yogurt.  Check out her website which has amazing recipes as well.

  • Pour 1/2 gallon of whole milk into your crock pot and turn it on low. Let it sit for 2 hours and 45 minutes. (If you have a small crock pot, closer to the 2-quart size, you should do 2-1/2 hours from what I have read. Mine is the normal large size.)
  • Then turn the crock pot off, and unplug it. Let it sit for 3 hours.
  • Then spoon 1-2 cups into a small mixing bowl, and add your starter. Whisk them together well.
  • Add this mixture back into the crockpot. And just to be safe, whisk it all together. — This is not a big to-do. You just want to make sure the yogurt is mixed with the milk. The idea is just to make sure that the live cultures are mixed into the milk, allowing them to grow and form yogurt.
  • Put the lid back on the crockpot. And wrap the crock pot in a towel. I kid you not. If you have guests come over, they’ll think you’re nuts until you make them a homemade parfait. Go with it.
  • Allow the crock pot to sit 8-12 hours while the yogurt cultures.
  • Then let it cool off and put in the fridge.   You’ve made organic homemade yogurt… Woo hoo!!!
  • Spoon it into jars or storage containers and refrigerate it before serving.

Here is the end result.

 

make your own yogurt at home

Kefir

Kefir is essentially fermented liquid yogurt which you can flavor or enjoy plain.  Learn about Kefir here.

 

homemade Kefir flavored strawberry probioticsWhat You’ll Need

Organic Kefir Grains
Organic Milk (raw even better)
Plastic strainer
breathable cloth, or  coffee filters (unbleached)
1 Quart glass jar

Instructions:

  • Pour 1 quart of whole milk into your glass jar.
  • Then add 1 spoon of kefir grains.
  • Cover with a coffee filter, or any thin cloth where the culture will be able to breathe but will be protected from fruit flies and other intruders.
  • Allow the culture to ferment for 8-12 hours while the kefir grains culture the milk.
  • When the consistency of kefir is thick like custard your Kefir is ready.
  • Get a glass bowl, put your strainer over it and drain your kefir carefully saving your grains for the next batch.
  • Store your kefir in any glass jar with the lid in the fridge else it’ll continue to ferment.
  • Either start a new batch following the same procedure or store your kefir grains covered in the fridge.

That is pretty much it.  You now know how to make your own yogurt or kefir at home.

Question: Have you ever made yogurt or Kefir at home? Have you tried store bought and if so which one do you prefer? Leave a comment below.

Healing Juice: Cleanser, Cancer Prevention Cabbage Juice

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As you can see I like to juice. I juice all type of vegetables, fruits, and even superfoods.

If you have been diagnosed with an ulcer or really bad acid reflux this juice should be part of your natural treatment to heal it. Yes, you can heal ulcers, GERD, and acid reflux naturally–   if you are willing to make lifestyle ur changes mainly with your diet. Wait no pill? Clearly, we know the pills “work” in treating the symptoms for a bit, haven’t been working at all or worse yet– if medications have damaged something else.

You know it. Over the counter pills are just a “quick fix” that actually don’t fix anything at all. They simply mask the issue. Don’t you want the long-term results? I am sure you do– once you get rid of the burning, bloating, and that horrible feeling of fullness, discomfort, gas, regurgitation you will never look back.

 I wanted immediate relief to the misery they call GERD- acid reflux.  It is a never-ending cycle that you must be willing to get out of at all cause.  Just like you, I went the conventional route with OTC medications, I tried Omeprazole, tums, Alka-Seltzer, etc… None of them got to the root cause of my issue. None! It was all a temporary band-aid to a much deeper problem; Poor habits and nutrition.  After a while I decided to taky matters in my own hands, and addressed GERD the natural way– I know exactly how you feel.

I declared the natural healing war on PPI, Acid blockers and of course, Acid reflux and I won! You can too, and this juice was part of my healing plan. If any of the symptoms above sound familiar, you ought to learn how I did it here: healyounaturally.com/acid-reflux/

Cabbage To Prevent Cancer

Cabbage has several Cancer-Preventing Properties according to this article by Dr. Mercola. Cabbage contains powerful antioxidants like vitamins A and C and phytonutrients such as thiocyanates, lutein, zeaxanthin, isothiocyanates and sulforaphane, which stimulate detoxifying enzymes and may protect against breast, colon and prostate cancers.

Sulforaphane, also selectively targets cancer stem cells, and by doing so it effectively prevents the cancer from spreading and/or recurring. Antioxidants also help protect your body from oxidative stress.

The George Mateljan Foundation noted:

“Without sufficient intake of antioxidants, our oxygen metabolism can become compromised, and we can experience a metabolic problem called oxidative stress. Chronic oxidative stress in and of itself can be a risk factor for development of cancer.”


In this article Dr. Axe explains the benefits of red cabbage in depth including it’s gut and autoimmune healing properties. :

The immune system is extremely vulnerable to oxidant and antioxidant balance, as uncontrolled free radical production can impair its function and defense mechanism. These free radicals can form in the body and promote tissue damage. However, antioxidants are the perfect defense mechanisms for the immune system and can help fight off intruders, including cancer. Additionally, vitamin C is important in the formation of collagen, which keeps our bodies and cells connected and solid. (1)

Due in large part to its vitamin C content, red cabbage is a high-antioxidant food that fights free radical damage and strengthens the immune system.

 

Cabbage To Heal Ulcers and Acid Reflux

Cabbage has been knowing for its gut healing properties due to . You can also make kimchi a probiotic live food that is one of the best foods for gut health.

When it comes to ulcer treatment in particular, one food rich in lactic acid stands out above the rest: cabbage juice.
Many years before antibiotics, cabbage juice was successfully used to prevent or heal peptic and duodenal ulcers. In one study, it was shown that cabbage juice alone had a cure rate of over 92 percent in the treatment of these ulcers. This compared to about a 32 percent cure rate in those patients that used a placebo or other treatment.

Cabbage is also a reliable source of vitamin C, which has been found to be lower in the gastric juice of ulcer patients. Therefore, if you have ulcers, cabbage juice is a safe, effective, and an inexpensive remedy. If you “culture” it or give it a chance to ferment, you’ll experience even more benefits. Check out my recipe to make fermented cabbage or veggies.

 

IMPORTANT: If you suspect or have been diagnosed with Hashimotos or hypothyroidism you must skip the juice and cook the cabbage to still get the benefits. Instead make a mango, ginger smoothie.

It is my hope that you concentrate on enhancing your lifestyle with Nutrition, exercise, stress reducing techniques and overall a healthier life style to your healing journey.  Also, that you learned a thing or two today 😉

Have you juiced red cabbage before? It doesn’t taste bad at all. Plus the apple and any other fruit you add (I like 90:10) veggies: fruits but you can do 80:20. Add some soothing mango, aloe vera or papaya to enhance the ulcer healing properties.

 

➡If you never juiced cabbage here is a tasty recipe “Probiotic Ulcer Healer + Mineral Boost Juice https://www.healyounaturally.com/probiotic-ulcer-healing-and-mineral-boost/
➡Learn more about the benefits of cabbage https://www.healyounaturally.com/healthy-eating-image-tips/

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Stomach Troubles? Could a lack of Hydrochloric Acid (HCL) be the culprit?

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Betaine HCl

What is Betain HCL?

Betaine HCl or Betaine Hydrochloride is a supplement which is normally recommended when you have a low amount of stomach acid (HCL).  Betaine HCL  will only help your digestive issues only if they are caused from low stomach acid. If you were taking Prilosec for example, you may have been exacerbating your problem. The symptoms are usually the same for high and low stomach acid, so many people mistakenly take an antacid, when they should be adding a hydrochloric acid supplement.

How can that happen, you may say– Aging and a bad diet have a lot to do with it. The stomach acid production decreases as you get older, along with a poor diet of processed foods;  enough said.  That is why you need increased quantities of something containing HCl to keep your digestive system working normally and properly.

How Do You Know if Your Hydrochloric Levels Are Optimal?

The first you need to do is to test your Betaine HCl levels to find out whether you really suffer from low quantities of HCl. This can only be done when your experienced doctor monitors the production of acid by your stomach.  However, many doctors skip this procedure and immediately recommend acid blockers. This may do you more harm in the long run.

Warning: Corticosteroids and NSAIDs can increase the chances of stomach ulcers within the stomach and used in conjunction with Betaine HCL raise the likelihood of gastritis. Talk to a health care provider before attempting this test or supplementing.

Each case of poor acid in your stomach is different and is going to call for unique dose of HCL. But a method you’ll discover in the event you have low acid in your stomach is with Betaine HCL supplementation. Most doctors recommend using 650mg or even less along with Pepsin.

To test youself at home do the Following:

Purchase Betaine HCL with pepsin (I like and recommend this). Have a high protein meal such as (steak, chicken breast, pork, lamb, salmon) of not less than 6 ounces of meat In the middle of the meal take 1 Betaine HCL pillFinish your meal as normal and pay attention to your bodyThere’s really only 2 outcomes from this test.

At first you may not notice any changes after the meal. This means it is most likely that you have low stomach acid levels.If you begin to feel stomach discomfort with symptoms such as: heavines, and a burning sensation- then most likely you do not have low acid levels.
You should repeat this test at a different meal and day in order to confirm the results from the first test. Keep in mind that false test results may be false due to the amount of protein you ate at the meal. Therefore, it is important that you eat a decent size of meat. If in fact you get burning, don’t worry it will dessapear withing a couple of hours or less. You can try mixing half a teaspoon of baking soda in 6 oz of water and drink it to help stop the discomfort.

The Importance of Supplementing Hydrochloric Acid (HCL)

Do you want to know all about the importance of using Betaine Hydrochloride(HCL)? If you have studied chemistry in high school, you know all about hydrochloric acid – HCL.  If you don’t remember of have a clue what it is– no worries here is the scoop:

Small quantities of this very strong acid are present in our stomachs and is an important aid to digestion. This acid along with other important acids like pepsin, Amylase, and Triapsin  act on food particles and break them down into smaller pieces for digestion. That is why often you may find yourself regurgitating food which tasted very sour and feels like a burning senstation.

This is acid reflux and the sour taste is due to the HCL – hydrochloric Acid – which was used during digestion.

Natural foods containing Betaine Hydrochloride

Unfortunately, people have reduced their salt intake because it is being blamed for a large number of diseases. What they do not know is that the salt they get at their friendly neighborhood supermarket is highly refined with all its benefits leached out of it.

Try increasing your natural salts intake, like Himalayan pink salt (I like this one), and celtic salts in their purest which are necessary and healthy minerals in your diet.

You may neeed, anywhere between 1000 – 1500 mg of these natural salts every day? That means about one small teaspoonful.

People advocating salt free diets are not looking at the long-term harmful effects of a salt less diet chart. And when you fall prey to digestive problems, because your body cannot produce enough HCl to digest food properly, they are going to blame everything except the a lack of real salt!

Did you know that a low-salt diet can be the cause of low stomach HCl production in 50% of the Americans today?

If indeed after testing you suspect you are lacking HCl and continue to suffer from digestive problems, step up your natural healthy Himalayan, sea salt or Celtic salt intake, or get the purest form of Betaine HCl (try it here)!

However make sure your symptoms are not those of someone suffering from GERD-Acid Reflux.

So How Does Betaine Hydrochloride Work to Benefit You?

Firstly, its presence in your stomach in the initial stages of digestion is going to break up all the food particles to easily managed digestive particles. This mixture called “chyme” should have enough of water, so remember to drink water when you are eating something. The rest of the digestive procedure is going to take place in the small and the large intestines, all the nutrients extracted and absorbed by the body and the wastes eliminated. The acid is neutralized by all the alkaline secretions in the next part of the digestive procedure before elimination.

This procedure can only be done when there are adequate quantities of Beta hydrochloride/HCl in your body. This acid also serves as an agent to destroy any sort of harmful bacteria which we may have ingested with our meals.

Question: Now that you know the importance of Hydrochloric Acid for gastrointestinal, do you think your symptoms are related to a lack or over production of HCL? Share your thoughts in the comments below.

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