My children and I have had chronic sinusitis and bronchitis, which drains and then becomes vomiting and diarrhea, for 3 years. We took one step at a time recommended in your book, and after eliminating dairy we are cured! My question is: What is it in dairy products that cause the mucus to thicken? Is it also in goat's milk? What about eggs? We are currently sticking to soy and rice substitutes, but a non-dairy diet for young children is challenging.
The increased mucus production is generally attributable to the protein in cow's milk -- casein. It isn't nearly as much of problem with goat's milk. I'm not aware of any correlation between eggs and increased or thickened mucus. Congratulations on your impressive results with eliminating dairy. It had a similar effect upon me over 20 years ago when I began developing the Sinus Survival Program to cure my chronic sinusitis. The first step I took was to eliminate my evening bowl of ice cream. The non-dairy substitutes for calcium replacement include: broccoli, kale, sesame seeds and sesame seed butter,tofu, sea vegetables, and soy cheese. You can also buy a liquid calcium and magnesium combination at most health food stores. If you must have milk then I'd use goat's milk.
I have read and re-read your very fascinating book and am attempting to put into practice the various suggestions. I am curious about eliminating (reducing) dairy and wheat however. My allergy tests do not indicate any adverse reaction to these two food groups. Can they still cause congestion if they do not test positive on a typical "prick" test?
Yes, they can. It's more a sensitivity than an allergy Try elminating them, especially dairy, for 2 weeks and see how you feel.
I have a 7 month old infant that I am nursing and am wondering if it is safe for me to be using the herbal supplements you recommend for treating a sinus infection, specifically echinacea and berberis. Also, since I am nursing, for preventative maintenance, in terms of the vitamins and minerals, should I follow the general guidelines advised during pregnancy?
Echinacea is considered safe to take while nursing, while the recommendation for berberis is uncertain. Yes I would follow all the recommended preventive dosages for pregnancy listed in the tables in the book.
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