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Posted 4/1/2015 7:04 AM (GMT 0)
I am sure this has been asked, in some way, choice of wording, but.. oh well. SORRY. Forgive me pls.

Anyway, yes, what would you consider some of the best supplements to use in combination with one's Lyme/co medications? Good stuff for all-around promotion of health, success with one's efforts to get better?

Items for detoxing would be fine, but, considering I am kind of asking for me (though, should someone look up supplements some day and get a bit of help, that's cool), I'm more interested in.. other stuff. That's vague, I know. Think "must-have" though!

Oh, nothing super expensive. I'd like to be able to say otherwise, as I want the best I can get, but, sadly, the best I can get is not the BEST I can get, if you know what I mean. POOR PEOPLE TROUBLES. :(.. lol

Anyway, I have a list of about 75 things that I've seen recommended throughout this forum, which I've looked into briefly, and I'd like to see which ones make the cut.

Thanks!
Posted 4/1/2015 11:10 AM (GMT 0)
Here's what's on my counter

1. Good quality probiotics (VSL3#, Theralac, Custom Probiotics)
2. Milk Thistle
3. Magnesium
4. Omega Fish Oil
5. Biofilm buster (Serrapeptase, Lumbrokinase, etc)
6. Vit D3
7. Vit B12
8. Vit B6
9. Braggs Apple Cider Vinegar

Optional:

Chlorella
Pinella
Cat's Claw
Japanese Knotweed
GSE
Colloidal Silver
Seagate Olive Leaf Extract
Posted 4/1/2015 11:10 AM (GMT 0)
A high quality probiotic is a must in my opinion.
Posted 4/1/2015 6:40 PM (GMT 0)
Milk thistle is bad? Who is this person?
Posted 4/1/2015 10:37 PM (GMT 0)
I'm sorry all, but that was a person who continually refuses to follow forum rules and is rude and disruptive to this forum and others. I have deleted his posts.
Posted 4/1/2015 10:42 PM (GMT 0)
Tickbite, a lot of those made my list! Good selections. Thanks for reinforcing my desire to pick some of them up first. The ACV I'm curious about - I've read of its many uses, but what do you specifically like about it that makes you use?

Yes, probiotics are a must, Summersun.

Thanks to everybody.

Post Edited (Antonio192X) : 4/1/2015 4:51:12 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 4/1/2015 10:43 PM (GMT 0)
Lol.. thanks, Trav.

shocked

Post Edited (Antonio192X) : 4/1/2015 4:52:43 PM (GMT-6)

Posted 4/2/2015 3:11 AM (GMT 0)
Traveler is the best! You don't know what your talking about.
Posted 4/2/2015 3:53 AM (GMT 0)
LOL! Thanks, Revive. He was just proving my point. He has been banned yet again.
Posted 4/2/2015 11:15 AM (GMT 0)
I stumbled upon ASV early in my lyme treatment when I was looking for natural supplements. Primarily I take it to keep candida in check, and to help alkalize my system.
It is also very inexpensive compared to other items I use, so it has been a mno brainer to continue using it daily.

Do I notice any differences.... probably not, but I'm sure it doesn't hurt anything.

here's a good summary of benefits.

http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-5875/15-Reasons-to-Use-Apple-Cider-Vinegar-Every-Day.html
Posted 4/2/2015 1:58 PM (GMT 0)
Probiotics
Japanese knotweed (powdered form from 1st Chinese Herbs)
Milk thistle
Hawthorn
Bio-available B vitamins
Cordyceps
Curcumin
Cod liver oil
CBD oil - (especially if you have joint pain)
I was doing Epspm salt baths (Mag Sulfate). After 23andme testing I learned that my body has trouble dealing with sulfer, so switched to Mag-citrate flakes. Much better for me, and in general I think they are safer.
Vitamin C
Posted 4/2/2015 1:59 PM (GMT 0)
Thanks Trav!
Posted 4/2/2015 2:00 PM (GMT 0)
Oh, I forgot two important things.
Lumbrokinase ( biofilm disrupter)
GSE - completely took care of recurrent yeast infections and is also supposed to be a cyst buster
Posted 4/2/2015 4:38 PM (GMT 0)

sarahm620 said...
Thanks Trav!

Thanks Sarah!! Sorry for the disruption.
Posted 4/2/2015 10:43 PM (GMT 0)
Oh, yes, I've heard it's very good for candida, treatment and prevention (?), tickbite. You're right, it is decently-priced. Well, the best of the brands in the store, here in town. Just has to be raw, unfiltered, right? Differences or not, it's got a good reputation for a reason - it's been spoken of and saturated long enough for people to tell if it's a bunch of bulls--- or not as well, I feel. Like I said, I've heard a lot about it. Anyway, thank you for responding.

ArkansasLyme, a few of those are pretty recurring recommendations (maybe not in this post exactly, but elsewhere) - definitely need to get. Probiotics, vitamins, of course! The Cordyceps and CBD oil are new.

I know what CBD oil is, but don't have access to that sort of stuff in my state yet. Someday! Ha, I'd like to try a bit more than that honestly - maybe not the intoxicating stuff, at least not incredibly, but yeah. Cannabis has a lot of uses, more than we probably even realize yet.

Thanks though, guys. We got a nice bunch of stuff together. I appreciate the positive influence you've all had on my decisions on where to take my supplemental path first.

And, yes, Traveler is pretty cool. cool
Posted 4/3/2015 12:12 AM (GMT 0)
wink Thanks, Antonio
Posted 4/3/2015 5:36 AM (GMT 0)

Antonio192X said...
And, yes, Traveler is pretty cool. cool

Where's the "Like" button? :-)

Antonio, you have a lot of good recommendations. I would add binders, such as activated charcoal or chlorella. There are many different kinds of binders.

They are vital for removing the toxins from your stomach and eliminating them so that they don't get redistributed.
Posted 4/3/2015 3:15 PM (GMT 0)
LOL! Thank you Lymie girl!!

Just don't forget that the binders like activated charcoal have to be taken 2 hours away from everything you wish your body to benefit from - food, supplements, herbs and more. The binders will otherwise bind to those things instead of the toxins. Many have found taking the binders at night is helpful.
Posted 4/3/2015 9:26 PM (GMT 0)
Good question. Why not keep asking. The way I would ask, is if there were, say, three supplements you absolutely wouldn't do with out, what would they be?

I missed the troll, ha ha! I guess he/she was edited out by the time I got to your thread.

M
Posted 4/3/2015 11:06 PM (GMT 0)
He's not a troll, he cured himself of morgellons and has come up with an amazing protocol that will clear all damaging pathogens.

They can say he's rude and disruptive.....I say, honest and passionate. It's all in how you look at it... Or twist it around..

I appreciate the fact that he gives us the bottom line of how to get well. When I was sick and searching and trying this supplement and that protocol....(AND I even went to an expensive clinic)

I just wanted the bottom line. How do I get well?

He's on OUR side.

Post Edited By Moderator (Traveler) : 4/4/2015 9:43:33 AM (GMT-6)

Posted 4/4/2015 12:06 AM (GMT 0)
Powdered Zeolite is one of the best remedies for detox. It helps me quite a bit. Some folks swear by activated charcoal, but for me, Zeolite works even better (but in fairly large quantities).

M
Posted 4/4/2015 3:46 PM (GMT 0)
No, Candleinthewind, he's not "on our side" when he is abusive, constantly rude and disruptive to the members of this, and other, Lyme forums.

If you wish to use his "protocol", obviously we can't stop you, but you are not allowed to promote his "protocol" on this site. It causes too many issues when we allow it.
Posted 4/4/2015 4:08 PM (GMT 0)
I agree about zeolite. I even think it is delicious.
CBD oil is expensive and I know you said money is tight. I have some ideas about that, so email me if you're interested. It is legal in all 50 states.
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