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BLOATING:
QUESTION: I find that I'm bloated a lot of the time, and I can't figure out why. I eat very healthy, but for some reason
I retain a lot of water. Is there any vitamins I can take to get rid of this? Also, are almonds good for you? I know they
have a lot of protein, but is there anything that bad for you in them? I have almonds pretty much everyday, could that
be the problem??? Thank you... I look forward to hearing your response.
ANSWER: Are you certain the bloating is water retention? Are you noticing any swelling in your fingers and ankles?
My favorite herb for water retention is dandelion. To help you with this, you need to eliminate salt from your diet. Try
herbs or "Mrs.. Dash" on your food instead. Drink unsweetened Cranberry Juice every day. Also, you need to be
drinking plenty of water. If we aren't getting enough fluids, sometimes the body will "retain" so it has enough to
function. So don't think because you're retaining water, you should drink less! Drink plenty and flush your system out. I
have a special tea I make for water retention if you're interested. E-mail me with the word ORDER in your subject line
for more info. In answer to your other question, yes, almonds are very good for you. Taken in moderation of course.
They have a lot of fat. Unless of course, you are allergic to them. Many people have an allergy to nuts. But if you have
no adverse symptoms, then eat up! That is, unless your almonds are in a chocolate bar!!
CONTINUATION OF ABOVE CONSULT
QUESTION: Yes I do have gas that buildings up and will not release. There is no heartburn associated with this at
all. No there is no water retention but there is one thing I did note, when I drink water I do get a lot of
bloating. Strange huh?
ANSWER: Hmmmm. Have you seen a doctor at all about this? I think I would check with them to ensure it is not a gall
bladder, hiatal hernia or peptic ulcer. The following herbs are helpful with bloating: cinnamon, gentian, horehound,
dandelion and caraway. Any of these herbs taken in a tea 3 to 4 times a day may provide some relief for you.
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