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I was interested in this protocol, but it appears that the popular company to buy the salt from...is completely out of it? (Consolidated Midland Corp.)
I can't find anyone, including the manufacturer that carries it.
When I go to their site, it says they are "out of it due to a manufacturing issue(?) What's that all about?
Could I get another pill form of Sodium Chloride that is just as good as the original one mentioned for this protocol?
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Not sure about the pills. Sorry! I buy the Real Salt that is recommended from our local grocery store. I've been cooking with it for years and never realized how much better it was for us than other sea salts.
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glm1111
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Hi Lyme4,
I use the Real Salt also. I buy it in the 26oz size. You can get inexpensively at
Vitacost 1800 381-0759 or
My Pro Health 1 800 561-8230.
I also buy the ester c powder with bioflavinoids from Vitacost. You can google Real Salt for more info on this. Most people are using the sea salt instead of the pills.
If you need any help or info on the protocol let me know and also refer to the salt/c group data sharing.
Gael
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As you say you are interested in this protocol, it's hard to know how much study you've already done.
Before beginning: be sure to have your doctor run labs on your kidney function and electrolytes - and also check your blood pressure and heart rhythm. If you are diabetic, this protocol has extra cautions.
It is also important to let your doctor know of your planned sodium intake (and specific form of that), especially if you have any edema.
You've probably already read from a wide variety of sources. In case you've not seen this yet, here is one good article to consider as part of your preparation/study:
12. IF a person has ANY reason to suspect that they have heart or kidney weaknesses, or that they may have the ACE mutation (most people with CFS may have this), or if they know that they have any other the risk factors, they should not be on salt/c without careful monitoring of their progress, and if possible medical supervision.
- Full post at link above.
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In the scope of prevention and preparation, a search on Hypernatremia is also a good idea so you'll know how to be prepared for subtle signs that may be important clues.
Excerpt: " . . . Clinical manifestations of hypernatremia can be subtle, consisting of lethargy, weakness, irritability, and edema. With more severe elevations of the sodium level, seizures and coma may occur. . . ."
" . . . The cornerstone of treatment is administration of free water to correct the relative water deficit. Water can be replaced orally or intravenously. However, overly rapid correction of hypernatremia is potentially very dangerous.
The body (in particular the brain) adapts to the higher sodium concentration.
Rapidly lowering the sodium concentration with free water, once this adaptation has occurred, causes water to flow into brain cells and causes them to swell. This can lead to cerebral edema, potentially resulting in seizures, permanent brain damage, or death.
Therefore, significant hypernatremia should be treated carefully by a physician or other medical professional with experience in treatment of electrolyte imbalances. . . ."
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Hi Lymerawhile I too had the same problem and have been trying to hunt down some of the tablets.
I found some that have some potassium in them and was told not to use them but I am still not quite sure why
I am planning on getting the Real Salt as well until I can figure out what is the difference in the salt Tabs I have and I had the Pharmacy order for me.
They did tell me that all suppliers and brands are not available. I am not sure why that is either.
I think that the real salts and the hymalian and celtic salts etc are all supposed to work well.
I am trying (by doc orders) to stay away from magnesium.. Just for now....... so in the meantime I am trying to find ...a salt that is pure and without all the minerals..
But I may not be able to and ... i will go with which one has the least amount..
I have had some good results on this protocol already after 1 month and well.. if you would like to talk or have questions you can PM me too.
There are others who have been on it longer than me like Gael and Sammy.. so they have been great resources.
lymebytes
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The best salt is Himalayan salt or Pure Ocean see links below - be careful though.
I have pulsed this (since it can be dangerous)my LLMD said 1/4 tsp a day of these pure salts can be beneficial and equivalent to a bowl of soup at that dose.
I have herxed and actually felt better after using for at most about 10 days, stopping and doing no more than 10 days per month. I really believe there is something to it, I just don't think the huge doses recommended are necessary and really should be used sparingly and as an adjunct to abx. That is what my LLMD and I decided would be ok for me since I could tell I was reaping benefits at small doses.
Buying sea salt from a natural grocery store can be the equivalent of table salt w/ all the extra garbage they put in it, so don't use that kind. It should read only sodium chloride, nothing else.
On a final note - Ben Franklin was once quoted as saying when he was sick he would go to the ocean and sip ocean water sparingly of course and always was well within days...we all know ocean water kills, so moderation absolutely is key.
Sea salt can kill many things from bacteria, parasite to viruses, I just wouldn't depend on it to get me well, but I do like the addition now and then, it seems to help.
Here are the salts that very pure and many salt/c users are using, it is important to have sun dried and never processed:
bejoy
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Try American RX for the tablets. Just make sure to take mineral supplements with it, like Liquimins. I fully agree that Redmond is better than plain old sodium, but I couldn't get it down in crystal form.
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I have used Himalayan and Celtic in the past. I now use Real Salt. The minerals in the sea salt have been very benefcial for me.
GiGi posted info on this about a week or 2 ago. I have been on the salt/c for about 2 1/2 yrs and it has saved my life.
It continues to kill Lyme and co. Make sure you drink plenty of water,
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