RE: Itching/antibiotics

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I have had a rash also after antibiotics. I think a lot of that has to do with repopulating the good bacteria in the gut. Are you doing probiotics?--- On Thu, 1/8/09, wallyworld <jackson_mr wrote:

wallyworld <jackson_mrRE: ITCHING & IRRITATION Date: Thursday, January 8, 2009, 9:25 PM

 

 

I started having this problem after I was on anti biotics this past yearand I am still dealing with it. I to would like a solution.rodney[] On Behalf Of Gina LawrenceMonday, January 05, 2009 17:16[Health_and_ Healing] ITCHING & IRRITATIONI've recently been through this, and have managed to solve the condition. It came on so suddenly that I treated myself for parasite infestation. When I finished the itching and burning was still there. What I think helped is taking large doses

of vitamin C. I read that one can consume as much as it takes to give one runny bowel, then back off some. A runny bowel has never been an issue with me. I bought a pound of Ascorbic Acid from Herbalcom and self packed it in capsules. It can just as easily be taken by the tablespoon though. At the same time I started taking two 5,000 IUs of vitamin D3. I'm pretty sure I was low. I read that it helps colitis, a bowel condition. It was one, the other, or both. But, it worked. What a relief. I hope this helps.GinaFoster, RI

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, Bea Bernhausen

<beabernhausen wrote:

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> I have had a rash also after antibiotics. I think a lot of that has

to do with repopulating the good bacteria in the gut. Are you doing

probiotics?

 

 

I'm not taking any probiotics but I use Kefir grains almost daily. I

mix about a cup of Kefir yogurt with crushed pineapple, pumpkin seeds

and/or sunflower seeds, and banana.

 

I'm still not sure what brought on my bought of hideous itching but

the vitamin C and D seem to've helped. I'm better now, so there's

hope!!!

 

Gina

Foster, Rhode Island

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Cool---how much Vit c and D did you do? The Kefir should definitely keep your gut bacteria going---sounds yummy. Do you make your own yogirt?--- On Sun, 1/11/09, Gina Lawrence <ginlaw wrote:

Gina Lawrence <ginlaw Re: Itching/antibiotics Date: Sunday, January 11, 2009, 1:16 PM

 

 

, Bea Bernhausen <beabernhausen@ ...> wrote:>> I have had a rash also after antibiotics. I think a lot of that has to do with repopulating the good bacteria in the gut. Are you doing probiotics?I'm not taking any probiotics but I use Kefir grains almost daily. I mix about a cup of Kefir yogurt with crushed pineapple, pumpkin seeds and/or sunflower seeds, and banana.I'm still not sure what brought on my bought of hideous itching but the vitamin C and D seem to've helped. I'm better now, so there's hope!!!GinaFoster, Rhode Island

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hi gina

so what are probiotics and what is the benefits. after your e-mail i have been taking more vitamin c

i would like to get this itching under control so any all ideas or remedies would be appreciated.

rodney

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You may have been having an adverse reaction. I was told not to take penicillian

after such a rash. Another round of penicillian any time in the future could be fatal.

When I break out with a rash, or develope hives while taking a prescription. or have eaten something, I don't consume it again.

Magnolia

 

Blessed are the cracked, for they are the ones, that let the light in.

 

Life is fun , if we forget we're adults.

 

"Just for today, I choose happiness."--- On Sun, 1/11/09, Gina Lawrence <ginlaw wrote:

Gina Lawrence <ginlaw Re: Itching/antibiotics Date: Sunday, January 11, 2009, 3:16 PM

 

 

, Bea Bernhausen <beabernhausen@ ...> wrote:>> I have had a rash also after antibiotics. I think a lot of that has to do with repopulating the good bacteria in the gut. Are you doing probiotics?I'm not taking any probiotics but I use Kefir grains almost daily. I mix about a cup of Kefir yogurt with crushed pineapple, pumpkin seeds and/or sunflower seeds, and banana.I'm still not sure what brought on my bought of hideous itching but the vitamin C and D seem to've helped. I'm better now, so there's hope!!!GinaFoster, Rhode Island

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" how much Vit c and D did you do? " I started by taking as much

vitamin C (powdered ascorbic acid) as would give me diarrea. It was

probably around a couple of teaspoons. It might be best to start

with a 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon and increase daily, then back off some. I'm

sure there's some info on the web about doing this. I've packed

gelcaps and now I take two to five a day.

 

I bought 5000 iu vitamin D3 and, at first, was taking three a day. I

take one a day now.

 

Do you make your own yogirt? I've been making my own for a couple of

months now. I bought kefir grains from an ebay vendor. I received

1/4 cup of live grains and have given a lot away since. They double

in size about every two - three weeks. They're weird critters. I

feed them raw milk when I can get it. I get as much as several 32 oz

containers a week. There's a web-site with a lot of info: searching

Dom's and Kefir will get you there.

 

 

> Gina

> Foster, Rhode Island

>

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> so what are probiotics and what is the benefits.

 

Probiotic

From Wikipedia

 

Probiotics are dietary supplements and live microorganisms containing

potentially beneficial bacteria or yeasts. According to the currently

adopted definition by FAO/WHO, probiotics are: `Live microorganisms

which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit

on the host'

 

Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) are the most common type of microbes used.

LAB have been used in the food industry for many years, because they

are able to convert sugars (including lactose) and other

carbohydrates into lactic acid. This not only provides the

characteristic sour taste of fermented dairy foods such as yogurt,

but also by lowering the pH may create fewer opportunities for

spoilage organisms to grow, hence creating possible health benefits

on preventing gastrointestinal infections.[2]. Strains of the genera

Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium, are the most widely used probiotic

bacteria.[3] [4]

 

Probiotic bacterial cultures are intended to assist the body's

naturally occurring gut flora, an ecology of microbes, to re-

establish themselves. They are sometimes recommended by doctors, and,

more frequently, by nutritionists, after a course of antibiotics, or

as part of the treatment for gut related candidiasis. In these cases,

the bacteria that work well with our bodies (see symbiosis) may

decrease in number, an event which allows harmful competitors to

thrive, to the detriment of our health. Claims are made that

probiotics strengthen the immune system to combat allergies,

excessive alcohol intake, stress, exposure to toxic substances, and

other diseases.[2][5]

 

Maintenance of a healthy gut flora is, however, dependent on many

factors, especially the quality of food intake.

 

after your e-mail i have

> been taking more vitamin c How much vitamin C are you taking?

And D?

 

> i would like to get this itching under control so any all ideas or

remedies

> would be appreciated. I just purchased a product called Oxy-

cleanse. Main ingredient is magnesium peroxide. Magnesium will

clean buildup from colon which can be a haven for gut flora

competitors, Yeast being one. I've also eliminated sugar and honey

from my diet but this was after the itching stopped. I don't intend

for it to come back.

 

Gina

Foster, RI

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--- On Mon, 1/12/09, Gina Lawrence <ginlaw wrote:

Gina Lawrence <ginlaw Re: Itching/antibiotics Date: Monday, January 12, 2009, 7:43 PM

 

 

> so what are probiotics and what is the benefits. ProbioticFrom WikipediaProbiotics are dietary supplements and live microorganisms containing potentially beneficial bacteria or yeasts. According to the currently adopted definition by FAO/WHO, probiotics are: `Live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host'Lactic acid bacteria (LAB) are the most common type of microbes used. LAB have been used in the food industry for many years, because they are able to convert sugars (including lactose) and other carbohydrates into lactic acid. This not only provides the characteristic sour taste of fermented dairy foods such as yogurt, but also by lowering the pH may create fewer opportunities for spoilage organisms to grow, hence creating possible health benefits on preventing gastrointestinal infections.[ 2]. Strains of the genera

Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium, are the most widely used probiotic bacteria.[3] [4]Probiotic bacterial cultures are intended to assist the body's naturally occurring gut flora, an ecology of microbes, to re-establish themselves. They are sometimes recommended by doctors, and, more frequently, by nutritionists, after a course of antibiotics, or as part of the treatment for gut related candidiasis. In these cases, the bacteria that work well with our bodies (see symbiosis) may decrease in number, an event which allows harmful competitors to thrive, to the detriment of our health. Claims are made that probiotics strengthen the immune system to combat allergies, excessive alcohol intake, stress, exposure to toxic substances, and other diseases.[2] [5]Maintenance of a healthy gut flora is, however, dependent on many factors, especially the quality of food intake.after your e-mail

i have> been taking more vitamin c How much vitamin C are you taking? And D?> i would like to get this itching under control so any all ideas or remedies> would be appreciated. I just purchased a product called Oxy-cleanse. Main ingredient is magnesium peroxide. Magnesium will clean buildup from colon which can be a haven for gut flora competitors, Yeast being one. I've also eliminated sugar and honey from my diet but this was after the itching stopped. I don't intend for it to come back.GinaFoster, RI