Guest guest Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 Well, I am not too certain about hernias but I can tell you that all the enzymes in the world are not going to do anyone any good unless they thoroughly chew their food. Papain and bromelain are the two enzymes that come to my mind. Papain is from papaya and bromelain is from pineapple. As for hernias, which kind does she suffer from Inguinal or hiatal or both? An Inguinal hernia is a condition in which part of the intestine bulges through a weak area in muscles in the abdomen. An inguinal hernia occurs in the groin (the area between the abdomen and thigh). It is called "inguinal" because the intestines push through a weak spot in the inguinal canal, which is a triangle-shaped opening between layers of abdominal muscle near the groin. Obesity, pregnancy, heavy lifting, and straining to pass stool can cause the intestine to push against the inguinal canal. Symptoms of inguinal hernia may include a lump in the groin near the thigh; pain in the groin; and, in severe cases, partial or complete blockage of the intestine. The doctor diagnoses hernia by doing a physical exam and by taking x rays and blood tests to check for blockage in the intestine. The main treatment for inguinal hernia is surgery to repair the opening in the muscle wall. This surgery is called herniorrhaphy. Sometimes the weak area is reinforced with steel mesh or wire. This operation is called hernioplasty. If the protruding intestine becomes twisted or traps stool, part of the intestine might need to be removed. This surgery is called bowel resection. (Bowel is another word for intestine.) Some doctors believe a Hiatal hernia may weaken the LES and cause reflux. Hiatal hernia occurs when the upper part of the stomach moves up into the chest through a small opening in the diaphragm (diaphragmatic hiatus). The diaphragm is the muscle separating the stomach from the chest. Recent studies show that the opening in the diaphragm acts as an additional sphincter around the lower end of the esophagus. Studies also show that hiatal hernia results in retention of acid and other contents above this opening. These substances can reflux easily into the esophagus. Coughing, vomiting, straining, or sudden physical exertion can cause increased pressure in the abdomen resulting in hiatal hernia. Obesity and pregnancy also contribute to this condition. Many otherwise healthy people age 50 and over have a small hiatal hernia. Although considered a condition of middle age, hiatal hernias affect people of all ages. Hiatal hernias usually do not require treatment. However, treatment may be necessary if the hernia is in danger of becoming strangulated (twisted in a way that cuts off blood supply, i.e., paraesophageal hernia) or is complicated by severe GERD or esophagitis (inflammation of the esophagus). The doctor may perform surgery to reduce the size of the hernia or to prevent strangulation. Don - Private herbal remedies Wednesday, September 11, 2002 3:10 PM [herbal remedies] Enzymes.... What sort of enzymes can be taken with food to speed up digestion? My mom has had a gallbladder operation (which I didn't think she needed) all because of her eating habits. Her gallstones were HUGE. She barely chews her food at all, she swallows everything whole and in large quantities. I tried to tell her about chewing and taking smaller bites, but no go. But she is willing to add enzymes at every meal. Someone mentioned papaya fruit to me, any others?Also, she has two hernias. One from an operation many years ago and another from the recent gallbladder op. Any natural ways to deal with hernias? MD's haven't helped her at all, they say no need to operate and tell her to take advil or tylanol for any pain. Thanks.Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 herbal remedies, " Donald Eitner " <eitner.d@m...> wrote: > Well, I am not too certain about hernias but I can tell you that all the enzymes in the world are not going to do anyone any good unless they thoroughly chew their food. Papain and bromelain are the two enzymes that come to my mind. Papain is from papaya and bromelain is from pineapple. > As for hernias, which kind does she suffer from Inguinal or hiatal or both? Thank you for that information. Sometimes I almost want to puree all of her food, it gets so bad. Maybe in addition to some enzymes (most likely I'll give her the papain), I can have her on a soft food diet, to make it a little easier on the digestive system, but that makes it hard for her to have a raw diet. I don't know which kind of hernia, neither does she. I'll have to ask her MD. She only came to live with me after the g/b operation, so I don't know very much medically. Hernia #1 came shortly after having a c-section birth (me). Hernia #2 came shortly after the g/b operation. I just though if there was some way to strengthen and tone the muscles (from the inside) she might have some relief. She's overweight, but even when she does lose, her abdomen area remains large and round. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 Do you have a juicer? You can always juice up veggies and fruits and mix the pulp back into the juice. This is an excellent way to get all of it down her and still keep it raw and alive. I do hope that there is someone else with some advice about the hernias but I tend to doubt that much can be done other than having them operated on. But I am not the resident expert on hernias. I do hope that some of this helps and I do know that someone else will be along shortly with some other advice to add. Hang in there. Cavalry is on the way. Don - Private herbal remedies Wednesday, September 11, 2002 6:21 PM [herbal remedies] Re: Enzymes.... herbal remedies, "Donald Eitner" <eitner.d@m...> wrote:> Well, I am not too certain about hernias but I can tell you that all the enzymes in the world are not going to do anyone any good unless they thoroughly chew their food. Papain and bromelain are the two enzymes that come to my mind. Papain is from papaya and bromelain is from pineapple.> As for hernias, which kind does she suffer from Inguinal or hiatal or both?Thank you for that information. Sometimes I almost want to puree all of her food, it gets so bad. Maybe in addition to some enzymes (most likely I'll give her the papain), I can have her on a soft food diet, to make it a little easier on the digestive system, but that makes it hard for her to have a raw diet. I don't know which kind of hernia, neither does she. I'll have to ask her MD. She only came to live with me after the g/b operation, so I don't know very much medically. Hernia #1 came shortly after having a c-section birth (me). Hernia #2 came shortly after the g/b operation. I just though if there was some way to strengthen and tone the muscles(from the inside) she might have some relief. She's overweight, but even when she does lose, her abdomen area remains large and round.Federal Law requires that we warn you of the following: 1. Natural methods can sometimes backfire. 2. If you are pregnant, consult your physician before using any natural remedy. 3. The Constitution guarantees you the right to be your own physician and toprescribe for your own health. We are not medical doctors although MDs are welcome to post here as long as they behave themselves. Any opinions put forth by the list members are exactly that, and any person following the advice of anyone posting here does so at their own risk. It is up to you to educate yourself. By accepting advice or products from list members, you are agreeing to be fully responsible for your own health, and hold the List Owner and members free of any liability. Dr. Ian ShillingtonDoctor of NaturopathyDr.IanShillington Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 12, 2002 Report Share Posted September 12, 2002 You can juice the raw vegetables, and give it to her as a drink - Private herbal remedies Thank you for that information. Sometimes I almost want to puree all of her food, it gets so bad. Maybe in addition to some enzymes (most likely I'll give her the papain), I can have her on a soft food diet, to make it a little easier on the digestive system, but that makes it hard for her to have a raw diet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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