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December 17, 2007 Lena, today I received the 8oz bottle of silver water, and bottle of life transfusion ionic ocean mineral complex. I will follow recommended dosage of daily teaspoon of silver water, and half to three quarter teaspoon of mineral complex in morning and again at noon, mixed with juice. I am a seventy one year old male. I take one atenolol tablet daily, and half an aspirin 4 days a week. I have been on various statin tablets, but stopped on medical advice, as I was getting muscle pain. I await your comments and/or suggestions on how to proceed.

December 10, 2007 My husband developed a really bad crotch rash and his dermatologist doesn't seem able to help him overcome it. She has given him several medications and creams yet hasn't touched it. A friend told me that you had written that that was one way aspartame toxicity appears. Is that true? Since he is also now considered a borderline diabetic his doctor recommended that we use aspartame in the place of sugar and he has suddenly discovered that he likes diet sodas has been drinking two or three a day for the last 3 months along with Nutrasweet in his coffee and tea. It appears to me your article was correct but in only 3 months? How can it happen so fast?  Why is this?

 December 3, 2007 I noticed a few weeks ago that I have small moles forming on and around my anus. Should I be concerned about this? Is it normal?

November 26, 2007 So what's wrong with penicillin I've never had a problem with it and I've had a lot in my lifetime?  I keep hearing news about the infection they are calling MRSA and why penicillin started it? I don't see that. How and why do they say that?

November 19, 2007 My son will be 20 years old next month.  He was just diagnosed with diabetes.  His father is also a diabetic.  He is vegetarian how can I help him.

November 12, 2007 "I am a heart patient and on the blood thinner Coumadin. I think I remember you writing something about this a few years back but don't remember your answer so I'm asking again... My favorite food is the turnip. My family cooks the greens with the roots but I was told not to eat the green part because it has vitamin k in it. Does the root also have Vitamin k? I love both but would settle just for the root if it is ok. I would like you opinion..."

November 5, 2007 Now that school has started we are starting to experience the same problem with my 8 year old daughter that we have in the past few years. She misses so much school with coughs and colds.  Her doctor keeps giving her antibiotics but I don't see that it works any faster. What can I do to eliminate this from happening?

October 29, 2007"I'm told that there are no alternative treatments for hodgkins lymphoma other than chemotherapy and radiation. Is that true? If there is what would it be? If so how likely is it to work?"

October 22, 2007 My doctor is pushing me to get a flu shot. At my age, 65 she says I definitely need to have one but I don't want it as each time I have one I end up with bronchitis within the week or two after having the shot. I am saying no but I am not quite sure what to do to prevent the flu from happening? The news media make us feel like we're not taking every possible precaution to maintain good health and protect ourselves if we aren't immunized. I'm not quite sure what supplements to take, when to take them and how much to take for prevention so could you help me with those supplements? 

October 15, 2007 Blood pressure out of control, what alternatives? Nattokinase replacing aspirin?

October 8, 2007 I do not like water but I get plenty of juices, coffee and tea with an occasional soda thrown in and my doctor says liquid is liquid but I have heard otherwise. What is your opinion on not drinking water?

October 1, 2007 How long does it take your body to rebuild blood supply after blood loss due to a cycle.

September 24, 2007 I was just informed by a co-worker of mine that his girlfriend has celiac disease. I didn't know what it is and he gave me somewhat of a description of it. I decided to do a search on some health boards. I still am not sure what it is all about.  Do you have any articles or information about it?  Is there a "cure" other than the special diet he tells me she is on (no breads, wheat, and even oats)?  Please share any information that you might have.

September 17, 2007 I am a 49 year old female with very bad bones, I have had two knee operations, a shoulder surgery along with a multiple other broken bones. Last year I was told all my problems stem from osteoporosis, I did try some of their prescribed bone building drugs that just made me sick and did not help the pain. I am not taking anything right now.  I fear more breaks and have pain every day but I won't take the drugs that I know will kill me so one way or the other I'm doomed unless you can help? I need something that is really going to help me , I'm not expecting miracle just want to live a quality of life and to be a grandmother who can enjoy grandchildren without fearing breaks. Can you or any of your products really help me?"

September 10, 2007 I am plagued by gum disease and am tired of spending time and so very much money at the dentist office. Is there a way of preventing this from continuing?

August 27, 2007 400 blood sugar and I'm afraid to go to sleep?

August 20, 2007 .....Should I change doctors or just ignore her prescription form of treatment? How can I find a doctor that believes in using natural remedies? Are there ways of knowing if a doctor will help you with alternatives?"

August 13, 2007 I hear all the pros and cons about GM (genetically modified) foods and can't decide if eating them is good or bad. What is your take on it? Do you eat them? Any help with sifting my brain through this will be helpful!

August 6, 2007 I don't know if this is something that only I have a problem with but I have a swollen gums - I have all my own teeth - what do you think could be causing this and what can I do to stop it from happening? It happens from time to time just by the side of my molars. Can you help?

July 30, 2007 Cleaning out arteries post-stroke - TIA?

July 23, 2007 Now my question is this: 1. How did I get this infection because I never had intercourse? 2. What is the name of this infection? 3. How can I be cured and what must I do or take to be cured? And 4. ow do I prevent it from occurring again?
Please I need an urgent response to this because I'm feeling very uncomfortable.

July 16, 2007 I am 38 years old and my sex drive is almost non-existent.  I used to be quite sexually excited by my husband but the last couple of years has changed that. 
Do you have any suggestions to help me change this problem?

July 9, 2007 My Mother, who just turned 78, has been using Fosamax, and is concerned with recent revelations that it can be harmful to use. What exactly is the product this gentleman was using? I'd like to forward Mom the information.

July 2, 2007 I would like your views on Nattokinase.  I had a clot stroke last year and refused the recommended invasive testing, opting instead for 'wait and see'.

June 11, 2007 I have this one spot on my back about 1/8 inch diameter and I'm not sure if I should worry?

June 4, 2007 could Please list the foods one can eat to get the various types of vitamins and minerals needed? For example: To get vitamin A you should eat? To get vitamin B, you should eat?  And so on to get all the vitamins and minerals needed each day.

May 14, 2007 my doctor has given me a clean bill of health after a battery of tests, all negative. Yet I still am having horrific pains in my arms and leg bones, burning pains in my chest and abdomen. I feel like a nut case. Will you reprint your answer to this problem?

May 7, 2007 My pulmonary doctor said I'm not a good candidate for a lung transplant. I only have one good lung, the other one is partly collapsed from cancer treatment ) radiation) I'm 71 years young. At my age what do I have to lose, but would like your thoughts on what I could do to bolster my lung health?

April 23, 2007 Today is two questions; First regarding the use of Camphor and the second regarding Milk Thistle Tea"

April 16, 2007 I am 49 years old and had a complete hysterectomy 15 years ago as treatment for endometriosis. My doctor had me using custom formulated hormones for the last 6 years before surgery. (Both creams & capsules). I am using Premarin or Estratest since and this has kept me from having hot flashes, but has not helped in any other symptoms such as libido, dry vagina, etc., making my husband nervous and he deserves better.  Other problems include - depression, insomnia, anxiety, CFS, Fibromyalgia, at one point being almost comatose from the pain.  Will Balanced Woman help to replace HRT after having had a complete hysterectomy and help curb these problems?

April 9, 2007 "I'm a 60 year-old male and I just had my annual physical and my PSA was high. This year it was 8, and the doctor wants me to have a biopsy. What is your opinion? What is a PSA? Is a Positive PSA dangerous? What are the normal levels? What does an abnormal reading really mean?"

April 2, 2007 Thank you for this opportunity to get another opinion and the ability to inquire as to what alternative methods of dissolving kidney stones and flushing the kidneys that you would recommend, including natural pain relievers, rather than traditional chemicals that kill our liver cells.  The last time my husband had kidney stones, he was cut open from side to side with this head tied to his feet. Yes, that sounds barbaric but I'm told it's common happening with kidney surgery. This time, we are doing our best to reduce the pain, flush the kidneys, and dissolving the kidney stones at the same time.  I will look forward to your reply.

March 26, 2007 "In your experience have you ever encountered anything like this-a co-worker has suddenly lost complete hearing in her ear over night, medically they are telling her the ear is now dysfuntional with no expectation of return to normal use.  They gave her medication which made her extremely dizzy, she has been home for 3 weeks now since this happened?  She has been of course to a few doctors, at least one a specialist in the NJ area.  Any thoughts?"

March 19, 2007 I'm wondering if it would be effective to put the silver water on a wound that has a scab?  My sore scab is about the size of a nickel, dark red, hard, and appears to be pulling itself away from the skin although there is some still some pus and white fluid like seeping from around the edges, usually after my shower.  I will be finishing up the Keflex and sulphur ointment shortly that I was prescribed a couple of weeks ago by my doctor. The sore is no longer angry looking as it was. What is your suggestion?

 March 12, 2007 "I would like to know if I should take vytorin while using your product?
I was started on vytorin on 3-1-07.
Also:
My cholesterol is 301.
hdl 50
ldl could not be tested because of my high triglycerides which are 590
The only other thing that my blood work showed high is my glucose which is 101.
Anyway my doctor did not break this down to me so I have no idea where I stand on the scale with most people. If you can offer any information with the results from my blood work I     would really appreciate it,"

March 5, 2007 I have been recently diagnosed with Rosacea.  Since my teens, I always thought I just had a red nose and would cover it with makeup.  However, over the last year I have started developing pimples on my nose and cheeks that are very tender, and seem to last for weeks before finally healing. My Doctor prescribed Rozex (product info below) but unfortunately it hasn't made much difference and I am concerned about continuing long term. Got any ideas?

February 26, 2007 You are helping people find answers and I'm hoping you can do the same for me... I am struggling with Muscular Dystrophy. Any good news on possible relief? I experience a lot of pain, and some weakness in, especially my legs. I am not yet having to use a cane or wheel chair as many do and I would like to prevent that from happening, if at all possible... Can you help me find some relief and possibly reversal?

February 19, 2007 I have been anemic for many years and it runs in the women of our family. Just yesterday I fainted for no reason and it was determined the anemia and my period was the cause.  I also have heavy bleeding during periods and they appear to be connected which I'm told is the cause of the anemia itself. I am chronically tired and have no energy. Please help, I have 2 daughters can they really inherit the same problem?

 February 12, 2007 Any good ideas as to how to rebuild and strengthen bone and promote healthy gums?

February 5, 2007 My 30 year old son has a Bipolar problem since he was 19 years old. His prescriptions kill his appetite and he still isn't controlled most of the time is there something that we can do with herbs or homeopathy that will work better?

January 29, 2007 I have a 7 yr. old boy who seems to catch his fair share of colds/coughs.  He gets normal amounts of sleep, eats healthy, gets exercise.  I am interested in what herbs could boost his immune system and how much of each.

January 22, 2007 I Am A 34 Year old female and I have terrible breast pain I have had pain for about 16 years, Over the years it has gotten worse It is now up to the point where it is unbearable, I also have lumps in my breasts that are very sore as well. The other symptoms I have are very bad indigestion problems I have terrible heart burn and my stomach is almost always very bloated, I also have been constipated all my life. I have been on zantec for 4 months, That has held my heartburn sort of in control, I stared using your minerals two months ago but I can bearly  take them because I put them in frozen juice and then again I have heart burn.

January 15, 2007 "My brother in law is a diabetic and right now he has a wound or sore on the heel of his right foot which is not healing due to the diabetes of course and so it's causing him lots of trouble because he has to limit the time he walks and stands.   Any feedback as to what he can do? "

January 8, 2007 Do you know anything about this stuff:  Gold Coin Grass (GCG) tincture? My gall bladder is hurting occasionally. {for the past 35 years}Any suggestions would be very mucho appreciated. Except 'the knife' of course.