[bernadette]

Hi , yes – I can share my heavy metal protocol which supports the body’s own detoxification pathways but won’t be able to provide exact dosages for your unique needs since B Better is an educational platform. You might feel more comfortable following the directions from your practitioners if you’re looking for specific protocol guidance. 

[bernadette]

Hi  – as Daniel mentioned above, the more information you can share with us, the more targeted we can be with our recommendations since bloating can be caused by so many different factors.

And as I mentioned in my comment above, low stomach acid is often at play with bloating which is why I recommend you start there and do the at-home baking soda challenge. Do that and please report back.

If it’s low, the next step is to help you identify why there’s low stomach acid. This once again, opens up a whole new set of root cause factors and possible tests to consider so let’s do this 1 step at a time.

So step 1 – if eating hygiene is in order, and you’re already 100% dairy/gluten-free, I recommend you assess stomach acid with the baking soda challenge.

In terms of rapid relief while trying to figure out the root cause, Daniel suggested a few options in his first reply. I like QuickSilver Dr. Shade’s Bitters No. 9, or Gaia Herbs Sweetish Bitters. Urban Moonshine and Dr. Mercola also have digestive bitters you can look into. These liquid bitter drops are taken 10-15 mins before a meal, and help break down food better which often results in less bloating. It’s a band-aid, but can help in the meantime while you work to figure out the cause of your bloating.

Hope this is a little more clear for you.

[bernadette]

my first response is: oh my goodness when is this viral video going to die. My next more professional response is:

Everything we eat has heavy metals in trace amounts. It’s inevitable in today’s polluted world. Just like the recent dark chocolate report saying that even organic cocoa was found to have high lead and cadmium, it boils down to bio-individuality and our ability to detoxify.

Instead of fearing health-promoting whole foods because they contain trace amounts of heavy metals, instead we need to be focusing on consuming a varied, nutrient-dense, whole foods diet and supporting our liver/gallbladder, kidneys (hydration), lungs (deep breathing/exercise), skin (sweating/exercise), and lymph (movement/exercise) which help our body expel unwanted toxins.

You might also be interested in this handout on therapeutic foods that support the liver/gallbladder.

[bernadette]

 thank you for your love and support! ❤️ I hope to be able to meet in person one day too!! I think a B Better Retreat is in order (and something I’ve always dreamed of doing… so just putting this out here… #manifesting )!!

[bernadette]

 I’m sure it feels like your baby too… funny enough, my dream last night was me heavily pregnant, surrounded by 4 close friends, my water breaking, and delivering a baby boy and feeling SOOO happy. I’m sure it had to do with me “delivering” my book at the event yesterday.  

[bernadette]

 I agree with Daniel’s reply below that this isn’t a typical situation that would warrant an infusion especially with mild symptoms and limited testing. I would personally work on the root cause by looking at alternative forms of birth control since this is causing heavy blood loss for you, and focus on food therapy and supplementation to help bring up iron levels over time.

Dr. Jolene Brigthen has an excellent contraception guide with several options to consider.

And as Daniel mentioned, checking your B vitamins is also encouraged. I would also include zinc and copper levels, together with ceruloplasmin, since you have a copper coil. 

The pattern of macrocytic anemia is probable (low B12, B9, B6) given that your MCV is >90, and your GGT and ALT are on the lower end of the functional ranges. This could also be contributing to lower hemoglobin – and not necessarily be due to iron. This is why ruling out these other possibilities is important before jumping to the conclusion that an infusion is needed.

Also, did your doctor say anything about the clinically high Total Bilirubin, Direct & Indirect Bilirubin?

[bernadette]

I’ll announce once it’s on Amazon.com – it’s only on the .ae site for now. Distribution takes time as well ‍♀️

[bernadette]

I know I’m technically not supposed to be sharing the news before the official launch but I’m fed up with waiting! Been 4 years… and you all are like my extended family so I had to share the news with all of you first!

[bernadette]

I will let everyone know when it becomes available in stores and online. Currently only on Amazon.ae

[bernadette]

Muchas Gracias!

[bernadette]

 yay!! I can’t wait to meet in person! But you all have to promise to come to the official launch party too.  Friday is just a warm-up…

[bernadette]

 I have not found a fully non-toxic solution for that yet. But yes, airing out the house as long as possible after treatment is definitely recommended. We use Rentokil – their products are unscented. Other companies kill me with the stink!

[bernadette]

 it’s Friday – would love to see you if you can make it!

[bernadette]

 yes, Omar is the only properly certified mold remediator in Dubai with certifications from Canada, US and UK.

[bernadette]

 my 15-minute talk is from 5:20-5:35pm but we’ll have a table where my boys will be helping me sell my books from 4 to 7pm. Would love to see you!