Cystic Fibrosis

Cystic fibrosis (CF) is a disease that causes the body to make thick, sticky mucus. This causes problems in two major areas: the lungs and the digestive system. Healthy lungs produce mucus, which protects the airways and makes it easier to breathe. But for a person with CF, the mucus is thick and sticky and can clog up the lungs. This creates a place where bacteria can easily grow and bacteria cause infections. And it's not only the lungs that are affected in a person who has cystic fibrosis. Mucus-producing cells line the digestive tract, including the stomach, intestines, liver, and pancreas. The pancreas produces enzymes that help digest food and hormones that help absorb sugar. When thick mucus in the pancreas clogs up the narrow passageways, it can make it difficult for people to digest food and get all the vitamins and nutrients they need. Recommendations include following the Acid/Alkaline diet found on this site.

These nutrients may be helpful for this condition: Children:(ages 4 -12)

Bioxy Cleanse: (bowel cleanse) for detoxification and healthy bowel function. Powder: 1/8-1/4- tsp. mixed with water and lemon @ bedtime daily for 2-4 weeks, OR 1/2 -1 capsule at bedtime for 2-4 weeks. Suggest cleanse every 4-6 months. If stools become too loose, decrease dosage.

Digestive Enzymes: 1/2- 1 capsule (capsule may be opened and put in a spoon of water) with meals.

HCL Mindlinx: Take 1 capsule 1-2x/day. Encourages growth of good bacteria.

Lung Complex: (strengthens lungs) Take 1 capsule 1x/day

These nutrients may be helpful for this condition: Adults:

Bioxy Cleanse: (bowel cleanse) for detoxification and healthy bowel function. Powder: 1/2 - 1 tsp. mixed with water and lemon @ bedtime daily for 2-4 weeks, OR capsules 2-4 @ bedtime for 2-4 weeks.

Max Stress B: 1/4-1/2 tsp in water, sip throughout day.

Digestive Enzymes: 1 with each meal or snack

HLC Bacteria: (good bacteria) 1 in the morning and 1 in the evening

Histoplex: (helps with histamine and excess mucus) Take 1-2 before each meal

Lung Complex: (strengthens lungs) Take 1 capsule 3x/day

ProGreens: (clears the blood of waste) Take 1/2- 1 tsp powder in water or juice and drink throughout day.