Grape Seed Extract
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Hi, I have been aware for some time of the benefits of Grape Seed Extract for people with IBD. Recently I decided to order it because I have a few issues that I felt concerned about, and the results thus far have been remarkable. With that in mind it made me wonder if it may be beneficial for some of the women that are seriously struggling with Lichen Sclerosus. As it is only a supplement, it might be worth trying, and so I looked online and although I never believe everything I read there may be something in it, bearing in mind the success I am having with my Ulcerative Colitis.
I also read on the "Cure Zone" of someone having really good results with it with their LS, and it may be helpful for people with oral lichen planus as well.
I just thought I should mention this for those that want to give it a try in the hope that they would report back if there is any improvement at all. If you decide to go ahead and try it remember to buy Grape Seed Extract and NOT Grapefruit seed extract, as they are different.
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andrea58721 Guppy007
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Morrell1951 Guppy007
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Organic unbleached hard wheat flour is 12% protein. I have psoriasis and maybe mild IBS. A calm life has my psoriasis in complete remission and I believe the probiotic fermented vegetables I've been eating have got my colon working perfectly in a matter of weeks.
If you suspect you might be truly gluten-intolerant, then eliminate it completely from your diet for two weeks. Then for a day eat a lot of wheat bread. If you have a sudden reaction you have your answer. Too many people shop in the HUGE gluten-free grocery aisle with only a vague feeling that gluten is bad for them.
Michael Pollan says: "They are very important if you have celiac disease or can’t tolerate gluten. But it’s hard to believe that the number of people suffering from these conditions has grown as fast as this product category. Gluten has become the bad nutrient of the moment, the evil twin of Omega 3 fatty acids. Could it really be that bread, a staple of Western civilization for 6,000 years, is suddenly making millions of us sick? I’m dubious."
andrea58721 cynthia40883
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Bridge_of_Sighs Morrell1951
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My son had an intolerance due to loads of antibiotics when he was a baby and systemic thrush (diagnosed by my GP after he spent his first 4 months either screaming or asleep) His bowels were out of control, he couldn't potty train and had bad eczema. Another GP suggested reducing gluten and increasing oats. Then a chat with a Baker who had worked in juvenile detention centres led me to make my own bread. He said that levels of violence went down when the children were fed proper bread!!!??? What are we doing to ourselves?
Anyway, I bought lovely flour from Shipton Mill and with the help of the Baker's recipie for two day sourdough saw an overnight improvement in my son. I've hardly bought bread since. That was 11 years ago. If I do have to buy some, I get sourdough or 'overnight' bread. My theory is that the long fermentation changes the chemical balance in the modern high protein flours and makes it easier to tolerate for anyone who is sensitive.
My son's health cleared up years ago and now he stuffs himself full of rubbish (ugh), but at home I still cook like this because we like it.
I'm aware that what works for us isn't perfect for everyone (sorry Hanny, I'm still feeling guilty about the chocolate suggestion), but this is how we eat. As little processed as possible and limited sugar. Lots of veg. Organic wherever possible. Simple and in moderation.
Bridge_of_Sighs
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I think a lot of it is to do with the rubbish that goes in food, as well as stress and lack of time to cook properly. There is a paragraph of ingredients that comes on the back of a loaf of 'standard' bread. No wonder people feel bloated.
Morrell1951 Bridge_of_Sighs
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I do and overnight sponge when I make bread. The article points out the value of this slow fermentation, as you do, Bridge.
Guppy007
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