[Bernadette_Abraham]

Hi @s_mohler – I’m assuming you’re asking about tips from a health perspective right?

The main issue with infants during travel is the air pressure bothering their ears during take-off and landing. To remedy that, I used to breastfeed my baby to help relieve the pressure on take-off and landing. Bottle feeding works too – any sucking motion will help equalize ear pressure and reduce pain. Even if they weren’t actually drinking milk, I would allow them to keep suckling until the pressure in the plane stabilized again.

Breastfeeding also helps support immunity during travel. We have a helpful guide that includes the medicine cabinet must-haves for newborns & infants. They can consider bringing along some of those remedies to help with immunity or colic & gas if their baby is prone to digestive issues.

Hope that helps. Let me know if you meant something else.

[Bernadette_Abraham]

@DXB the beauty of homeopathy is that it works on an energetic level, so the dosage isn’t based on body size or weight. That’s why the same dose can be used for both children and adults, and it can be very effective for kids as well.

[Bernadette_Abraham]

Hi @ivona_n – as an animal lover, I understand the struggle. I’m glad you’re not letting them into the bedroom anymore – that will definitely help.

-For rapid relief, homeopathy can be amazing if you find the right remedy. For the symptoms you shared, consider the homeopathic remedy called Kali Bichromicum 30C. This is best used for the following symptoms:

• Headaches centered between the eyebrows and behind the eyes

• Sinus pressure and pain (especially over the cheekbones)

• Thick post-nasal drip or stuffy nose, worse in the morning

• Headaches relieved by cold applications

During flare-ups, this can be taken once or twice per day (30c potency). And stop when symptoms improve. Repeat only when needed.

I also like to dilute my homeopathic pellets in water but it’s not necessary. So I’ll add 1 pellet to about 150mL of room temperature water. Stir and allow it to melt (~1 minute), then I take 1 Tbsp of that water as often as needed. I let it sit in my mouth for5-10 secs before swallowing.

-You can also take a look at our allergy relief protocol if you haven’t yet seen it. I share my stinging nettle tea & onion peel tea infusion recipe, and other supplement considerations that are natural anti-histamines.

-Also consider an Ultra HEPA air filter in your bedroom and opening your windows frequently (weather permitting). This can make a huge difference with cat allergens. I share my favorite options HERE in the Beginner’s Health Roadmap. Ultra HEPA also captures mycotoxins.

-Finally, make sure to wash sheets and pillowcases frequently in hot water as well.

Hope these help.

[Bernadette_Abraham]

Based on the OAT test results and previous presentations, toxicity appears to be a likely contributing factor, with mold exposure being a strong possibility. That’s why my initial recommendations emphasize opening up drainage pathways to help the body clear out toxins, along with proper mold remediation.

Mold doesn’t affect pH directly, but it can indirectly create more acid load in the body. Mycotoxins put stress on the mitochondria, which can lead to more acid byproducts like lactic acid. It can also deplete key minerals that help buffer acids (like magnesium, potassium, and calcium), making it harder for the body to stay balanced. Plus, the inflammation and gut issues mold can trigger may add even more acidic waste. That’s usually why people affected with mold will see shifts in urine pH as the body works to compensate.

Of course there are other reasons that can affect urinary pH, but we know you’re being exposed to mold at home so this is priority #1 to be addressing. And although you’re eating very clean, food sensitivities can also play a role, as can histamine overload, oxalates, salicylates, etc – even if what you’re eating is very healthy. Your immune system may see some healthy foods as a threat and lead to more inflammation. That’s why eliminating dairy and gluten, which are the most common food sensitivities, is a good preventative measure, especially with an autoimmune dynamic. Considering a full AIP diet which also removes grains, nightshades, nuts, seeds, etc, is another form of an elimination challenge if someone doesn’t want/can’t do more testing.

In terms of having the right team to support you, I recommend that whoever it is that you choose to work with, that you stick with them all the way through because true root cause healing takes time. Don’t expect major shifts in 1 or 2 months. If however, you do not notice ANY improvements with what you’re currently doing, then something is being overlooked. If however you’re noticing slow and gradual improvements, then stick to what you’re doing and keep doing it. It takes time.

I’m not sure what other types of doctors or practitioners you’ve consulted with, but for your case specifically, I would for sure want to have a naturopathic doctor overseeing the whole case, in addition to your medical doctor. The reason being that certified board naturopaths have the largest toolkit in terms of conventional medicine and natural remedies, since they are educated in both and have prescribing ability for both. LDN for example would be something a naturopathic doctor could prescribe as well. And in terms of helping you figure out and working on the root cause, a naturopathic doc should help you do that too. The downside, as you mentioned, is it’s all out of pocket and rarely covered by insurance. However, Dr. Zain also offers hypnotherapy as part of her toolkit so I’m not sure how she bills – if under naturopathy or hypnotherapy. Worth a call to find out.

[Bernadette_Abraham]

I understand your frustration but it’s important to have the right support, and that often involves a team of practitioners for a truly integrative approach.

You are currently working with a medical doctor for triage (symptom management) but a functional practitioner/naturopath can work in parallel to address the “why” which takes more time when working on foundational healing. She may in fact adjust your protocol by reducing the number of supplements or replacing them with more targeted solutions or therapeutic dosages.

Did you end up meeting with Dr Skorski regarding hormones and LDN? You didn’t answer so I’m assuming you didn’t meet or it wasn’t an option for you?

[Bernadette_Abraham]

Sorry to hear about Mehdi. Yes it’s unfortunate that naturopathy & other holistic modalities aren’t covered by insurance. This is a big reason why I created B Better – to make this type of care more accessible to more people. I share your frustration.

[Bernadette_Abraham]

It would also be good for you to have a naturopathic doctor as part of your healthcare team. I can recommend Dr Zain at Joint Space Polyclinic – she is Canadian board certified:

zainladha.nd@gmail.com

+971529664308

Joint Space Polyclinic (Alserkal Avenue)

+971 4 394 3888

• This reply was modified 5 days, 12 hours ago by  Bernadette_Abraham.

[Bernadette_Abraham]

This looks like a good stack of supplements. In addition to the supplements, what lifestyle therapies are you implementing from my list of suggestions for each detox pathway? These can be very powerful when combined with supplements. (Ex. Grounding, daily sun exposure, red light therapy, facial maneuvers/stress reduction, lymph drainage, sauna, etc)

In terms of controlling the inflammation, if methotrexate is not working, doctors will recommend biologics as an alternative option.

Have you discussed LDN with Dr Skorski yet? This would be my recommendation – I know a few people with autoimmunity who have had great success with it.

[Bernadette_Abraham]

@DXB the good news is the water looks very clean and safe from a contamination perspective, which is great. But yes, since the TDS is quite low, it means most of the minerals have been stripped out by the RO system, which is very common with RO. This only becomes a concern if it’s being used for drinking water. If your system isn’t remineralizing (adding back things like magnesium, calcium, and potassium), I’d suggest reaching out to the company that installed it to see what options they have. Personally, I use a carbon-based filter directly at the sink for this reason. I’m not a big fan of RO unless the source water is problematic (like contaminated well water).

[Bernadette_Abraham]

Hi @sheetalramchandani1 – if you haven’t already, I would recommend working with a chiropractor. I can highly recommend Dr. Benjamin Tinker at Heal Hub. He is a body wizard!

Also, how is your stress level? I know it seems odd to be asking, but HPA axis (brain-adrenal) dysfunction is something to keep in mind as well. Here are some questions to help assess adrenal support:

Are you a “night owl”? Difficulty falling or staying asleep? Slow starter in the morning? Aches and pains upon rising? Get dizzy when standing up suddenly? Crave salt? Headache after exercise? Tendency to need sunglasses?

Not only do our hormones get affected, but so do the nerves that innervate the adrenal glands as well as the surrounding muscles (hamstrings, gracilis, and sartorius specifically) that provide support to the pelvis and lower back. When the adrenal glands are under chronic stress, these muscles become imbalanced and cause instability to the pelvis which makes one more prone to lower back injuries and pain.

As a self-help tool, I can also recommend Fascial Maneuvers by Human Garage. It’s a great way to work on the nervous system daily as it involves a combination of deep breathing, movement and fascia work. You can watch our session in B Better to learn more. Doing their 1-Day “full body stress reset” might help unlock any tightness in your fascia and lower back in the meantime if you’re travelling tomorrow. Hope it helps – please report back if it does!

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[Bernadette_Abraham]

Hi @Inga-55 – unfortunately none of those are considered “clean”. They all contain “fragrance” and other questionable ingredients.

Is there a particular product that you’re looking for? Perhaps we can share healthier brands.

[Bernadette_Abraham]

@DXB please take a look at our Preparing for Surgery protocol for ways to support the body before and after surgery.

I would be careful giving him B vitamins at this stage because it might push liver detox which currently is compromised due to state of his gallbladder. It could make him feel worse.

[Bernadette_Abraham]

@Inga-55 please watch this lesson for more information on opening up the different elimination pathways.

And if needed, water or coffee enemas can also help remove impaction if you don’t feel like you’re achieving full evacuation.

[Bernadette_Abraham]

Hi @DXB can you clarify what type of treatment he’ll be getting please in a month. Will there be any form of surgery or simply more imaging?

[Bernadette_Abraham]

@sheetalramchandani1 everything seems to be well, but most importantly, how are you feeling?

What are your concerns about bHRT? I would highly recommend reading more about it. Knowledge removes fear of the unknown. I can recommend Dr. Mary Claire Haver’s book called “The New Menopause” and also Dr. Lisa Mosconi’s booked “The Menopause Brain”.