Thanks for sharing that insight. It's always great to see reports of personal experiences with remedies that actually work.Monique wrote:I was having acid and when I started taking D3 it stopped immediately.
Tex
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Tex
It is suspected that some of the hardest material known to science can be found in the skulls of GI specialists who insist that diet has nothing to do with the treatment of microscopic colitis.
Brenda,
Just curious — did your doctor recommend that treatment, or did you discover Robynzyme yourself?
The reason I ask is that most doctors seem to just assume that reflux is always caused by excessive stomach acidity, when research shows that in the majority of cases, it's typically due to insufficient stomach acid. And after they get a patient hooked on a PPI, it's sort of a moot point, because when the patient tries to wean off the PPI, it causes a rebound effect that does indeed result in the production of excess stomach acid, and increased reflux, which prompts the patient to start taking the PPI again.
Tex
Just curious — did your doctor recommend that treatment, or did you discover Robynzyme yourself?
The reason I ask is that most doctors seem to just assume that reflux is always caused by excessive stomach acidity, when research shows that in the majority of cases, it's typically due to insufficient stomach acid. And after they get a patient hooked on a PPI, it's sort of a moot point, because when the patient tries to wean off the PPI, it causes a rebound effect that does indeed result in the production of excess stomach acid, and increased reflux, which prompts the patient to start taking the PPI again.
Tex
It is suspected that some of the hardest material known to science can be found in the skulls of GI specialists who insist that diet has nothing to do with the treatment of microscopic colitis.
Tex, I discovered it through the Weight is Over classes. This is one of several supplements that Roby recommends for that. He no longer "practices" medicine. I also take the OMG Max & OMG Nasal Spray instead of OTC allergy medications because they raise my BP. While taking prilosec I had heart burn every once in a while, same with apple cider vinegar. As long as I take the Robynzyme before meals, I'm ok.
Brenda
Hi Brenda,
Thanks. I suspect the problem with apple cider vinegar is that it has a pH of about 4.25 to 5, which is the pH of a typical stomach with no food to digest. However, when the stomach is digesting food, the pH should be down between 1.0 and 2.0, for proper digestion. IOW, if inadequate stomach acid is the issue, then apple cider vinegar is not going to resolve the problem, if the problem is associated with poor digestion.
Tex
Thanks. I suspect the problem with apple cider vinegar is that it has a pH of about 4.25 to 5, which is the pH of a typical stomach with no food to digest. However, when the stomach is digesting food, the pH should be down between 1.0 and 2.0, for proper digestion. IOW, if inadequate stomach acid is the issue, then apple cider vinegar is not going to resolve the problem, if the problem is associated with poor digestion.
Tex
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Tex,
I think that apple cider vinegar can really do a number on your esophagus too (the lining)...don't you think?
Monique
I think that apple cider vinegar can really do a number on your esophagus too (the lining)...don't you think?
Monique
Diagnosed 2011 with LC. Currently on Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN)
I suppose that might be possible. I think most people who use it, dilute it, don't they? Or am I thinking about something else?Monique wrote:I think that apple cider vinegar can really do a number on your esophagus too (the lining)...don't you think?
Tex
It is suspected that some of the hardest material known to science can be found in the skulls of GI specialists who insist that diet has nothing to do with the treatment of microscopic colitis.
That's the 64 dollar question, because the betaine HCL in the Robynzyyme almost certainly requires the proper functioning of the parietal cells in the stomach, in order to produce the actual gastric acid, and as long as you've taken a PPI within the previous 3 days, the ability of the parietal cells to produce gastric acid will be suppressed. IOW, the Betaine HCL is not likely to provide any benefits, as long as the PPI effect is still present.Lesley wrote:So if I ordered the Robynzyme, how would I titrate the nexium and the carafate down while transferring?
And more importantly, it's not the actual acid that provides most of the digestion enhancement — it's the fact that digestive enzymes are much more effective in a highly acidic environment — that's what makes the digestive process really perform. That means that the enzymes in the product won't help much either, as long as a PPI is still in control.
If you were just taking an antacid (or an H2 antihistamine), there wouldn't be much of a problem, because they have a very short-term effect (antacids are effective for only 1 or 2 hours, whereas H2 blockers are effective for about 6 to 10 hours), but the effect of PPIs lasts for about 3 days. I couldn't find any offer on the page to respond to emailed questions about using the product, so apparently customers are on their own, with no support from Dr. Mitchell.
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Tex,
I've tried ACV, straight, diluted------it's like drinking liquid plumber
Love,
Monique
I've tried ACV, straight, diluted------it's like drinking liquid plumber
Love,
Monique
Diagnosed 2011 with LC. Currently on Low Dose Naltrexone (LDN)
Tex, Lesley
I do not know if the form on this link can be used for questions about products,
https://www.drfitt.com/Request-Appointm ... _41-1.html
The above page has the phone number for his admin assistant, Jodi. We are in the central time zone and I do not know if the office is open on Friday.
I do not know if the form on this link can be used for questions about products,
https://www.drfitt.com/Request-Appointm ... _41-1.html
The above page has the phone number for his admin assistant, Jodi. We are in the central time zone and I do not know if the office is open on Friday.
Brenda
Tex, if it was only $64 and it gave me an answer I would pay it gladly. Even $640. I am so scared to stop for 3 days and then use Robynzyme because of the possibility of a worse rebound.
Monique - I totally agree. Going down I felt as though that stuff was taking a layer of my esophagus with it with each swallow!
Brenda - I am not sure what that website is for? Just to get products? If so, thanks much!
Monique - I totally agree. Going down I felt as though that stuff was taking a layer of my esophagus with it with each swallow!
Brenda - I am not sure what that website is for? Just to get products? If so, thanks much!
Hmmmm. When I checked out that link, it inspired me to check the "About Us" page, which then inspired me to check the records at the Texas Medical Board. His records with the Texas medical board can be viewed at:
http://reg.tmb.state.tx.us/OnLineVerif/ ... eVerif.asp
Just accept the terms, and enter his first and last name on the form, and click the "Search" button to see a list of his records. Click on his name, to see the report for each license/permit in the search results list.
The entries there don't paint a very flattering picture of his career in medicine. It's pretty clear that his withdrawal from medical practice, was not for the reasons that he suggests on his website.
Lesley,
if I were in your shoes, I sure wouldn't stop your current treatment program abruptly, either. As complex as your treatment program is, IMO, you would need the guidance of someone with experience in dealing with that problem — a doctor (or someone else) experienced in helping patients wean off PPIs.
Tex
http://reg.tmb.state.tx.us/OnLineVerif/ ... eVerif.asp
Just accept the terms, and enter his first and last name on the form, and click the "Search" button to see a list of his records. Click on his name, to see the report for each license/permit in the search results list.
The entries there don't paint a very flattering picture of his career in medicine. It's pretty clear that his withdrawal from medical practice, was not for the reasons that he suggests on his website.
Lesley,
if I were in your shoes, I sure wouldn't stop your current treatment program abruptly, either. As complex as your treatment program is, IMO, you would need the guidance of someone with experience in dealing with that problem — a doctor (or someone else) experienced in helping patients wean off PPIs.
Tex
It is suspected that some of the hardest material known to science can be found in the skulls of GI specialists who insist that diet has nothing to do with the treatment of microscopic colitis.
Lesley,
I am an RN and recently have been certified as a holistic integrative health nurse. I try to educate patients in natural ways to manage diseases and symptoms. Most people who have been diagnosed with GERd don't have too much acid but have been known to have too little acid. You may benefit from beating hcl supplements after you successfully wean off of your PPIs. By reducing the acid in your stomach with PPIs you have greatly disrupted your digestive processes and could be contributing to your constipation. In the attached article Dr. Mercols suggests you take an H2 blocker like Tagamet, cimetidine or Zantac until you can wean off of your Nexium.
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/artic ... -asap.aspx
I hope you find this article helpful!! I read Dr. Mercola's newsletter frequently and you can sign up for his free online newsletter at Mercola.com. I also like to read Dr. Russell Blaylocks newsletter and find his info invaluable.
I am an RN and recently have been certified as a holistic integrative health nurse. I try to educate patients in natural ways to manage diseases and symptoms. Most people who have been diagnosed with GERd don't have too much acid but have been known to have too little acid. You may benefit from beating hcl supplements after you successfully wean off of your PPIs. By reducing the acid in your stomach with PPIs you have greatly disrupted your digestive processes and could be contributing to your constipation. In the attached article Dr. Mercols suggests you take an H2 blocker like Tagamet, cimetidine or Zantac until you can wean off of your Nexium.
http://articles.mercola.com/sites/artic ... -asap.aspx
I hope you find this article helpful!! I read Dr. Mercola's newsletter frequently and you can sign up for his free online newsletter at Mercola.com. I also like to read Dr. Russell Blaylocks newsletter and find his info invaluable.
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