Natural Cure for Cystic Fibrosis

Natural Cure for Cystic Fibrosis #1.... Selenium & Vitamin E Supplements: This is the first thing you must do since a selenium deficiency is the root cause of cystic fibrosis. Vitamin E is also needed for the removal of dangerous free radicals and for the correct absorption and utilization of selenium. In addition to Dr Wallach's findings, the therapeutic benefits of selenium and vitamin E for CF patients was also tested in a clinical trial. The German study concluded:

“In cystic fibrosis (CF) patients the antioxidative-oxidative balance is chronically disturbed. Free radicals were generated by bronchial pulmonal infection and additionally (there) exists a deficiency of antioxidative substances by enteral malabsorption especially (of) vitamin E and selenium. For CF patients therefore we recommend a sodium selenite substitution therapy, best in combination with vitamin E.” 1

The German study recommended sodium selenite supplementation, but liquid ionic selenium (such as this one) is actually a much higher absorbable form of selenium, so be sure to go with this. Adults need in the vicinity of 200-400 micrograms of ionic selenium daily while children under the age of 12 should have half this amount. Infants should have around 25 micrograms daily according to Dr Wallach. If you are unable to find liquid ionic selenium then go with the sodium selenite instead (follow the directions on the container for dosage amounts).

For vitamin E, 400-800 IU's for adults is the recommended amount, half this for teenagers. For young children and infants, a children's liquid multi-vitamin formula (such as this) that contains vitamin E would be the best way to go.


Natural Treatment for Cystic Fibrosis #2.... Plant Based Liquid Colloidal Minerals: In addition to selenium and vitamin E supplements, Dr Wallach says that to successfully treat CF and manage the accompanying symptoms, a daily liquid colloidal mineral supplement is also required. These powerful drinks contain all of the essential minerals (including selenium) and many of the essential vitamins and amino acids that the body needs to cleanse, repair and regenerate itself. Plant based colloidal minerals are also safe and non-toxic, so children and infants can take them without any problems. For directions, consult the dosage recommendations listed on the side of the bottle.


Natural Remedy for Cystic Fibrosis #3... Himalayan Pink Rock Salt (Crystal Salt): Himalayan crystal salt contains over 80 essential minerals in a highly absorbable form. It's routinely recommended for people with lung problems, which is why it works extremely well for cystic fibrosis patients. You can easily purchase Himalayan pink rock salt from your local supermarket or health food store. Pink rock salt is perfectly safe (and doesn't raise blood pressure) so there's need to worry about how much you have. Simply use it to salt your food to taste and add it to your cooking as much as possible.


Natural Cure for Cystic Fibrosis #4.... Remove Gluten, Dairy & Soy From Your Diet: It's no secret that food allergies and food sensitivities are a major cause of the development and exacerbation of CF. When cystic fibrosis sufferers cut out all gluten, dairy and soy based foods from their diet, the improvement in their symptoms is often swift and dramatic. Gluten, in particular, is one of the most challenging to remove from the diet as it's in so many of the foods we eat today. You will need to get good at reading labels and understanding how to avoid cross-contamination... Gluten Cross-Contamination: Where Does it Come From?.

Eating lots of fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, nuts (especially Brazil nuts) and seeds (chia seeds, etc) is also important for reversing the effects of cystic fibrosis and reducing inflammation in the body.


Natural Treatment for Cystic Fibrosis #5... Essential Fatty Acids (EFA's): Omega-3 essential fatty acids are powerful inflammation reducers. Inflammation of the lungs and difficult breathing is one of the main side effects and symptoms of CF according to Dr Josh Axe. Omega-3 EFA's help to reduce inflammation and have a protective effective against mucus over-production. High strength krill oil is the best if you can get it, or failing this, good old fashioned fish oil will still do the trick. 1000 mg's of krill oil daily or 2000-3000 mg's of fish oil per day are the required dosages.


Home Remedy for Cystic Fibrosis #6... Probiotics: Unless your gut is working correctly, your body wont be able to absorb the essential nutrients you need to successfully treat your cystic fibrosis. This is where your good gut bacteria (probiotics) come in. These crucial little critters are vital for the absorption of all food and nutrients and have been shown to prevent respiratory colonization of bad bacteria (which cause lung infections).

Supplementing with a good quality probiotic supplement is critical as these healthy bacteria have a high turnover rate. If you don't continue to replenish the supply of beneficial bacteria in the gut, the bad bacteria quickly take over and can eventually infect vital organs and cause respiratory infections. You can purchase both adult and children's probiotics formulas from health food stores, supermarkets, chemists, or online. You can never overdose on probiotics (ever!) so be sure to take at least the highest recommended amount listed on the bottle every day.

In addition to this, start culturing your own healthy "probiotic rich" foods for an extra daily supply. Home-made yogurt, sauerkraut, kefir, miso, pickles and tempeh are all rich in essential probiotics - and they taste great too! Here's a handy website that explains how to go about culturing and fermenting your own foods... Cultures for Health.


Other Tips & Natural Treatments to Prevent & Cure Cystic Fibrosis...

- Take pancreatic enzymes to help with digestion of food & nutrients
- Get plenty of vitamin D & vitamin A
- Eat plenty of anti-inflammatory fats from avocados and virgin coconut oil
- Consume tumeric, black pepper, cayenne pepper, ginseng, garlic, cinnamon & ginger to reduce inflammation & boost immunity
- Drink green tea for powerful ECGC antioxidants
- Consume a whey protein supplement for glutathione (glutathione improves clinical markers in cystic fibrosis patients)
- Consume home-made bone broth to boost immunity & for overall good health
- Avoid refined/processed foods, junk food, artificial sweeteners, soft drinks/sodas & inflammatory type foods (omega-6) as much as possible