Goji Juice
#322497 - 01/16/08 04:18 PM
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I started doing everything that Heather had stated in her books for IBS and I began to see significant improvement. I would say that I was at about 70% better and it felt MUCH better. I still did have problems though but through diet I was doing much better. Then one day I ran across a video on Goji and its effects on the body and it's cells and was sold. Here is the video if you are interested.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8NVxC2iBpec
Now I work at health food store so I've known about Goji but doubted it would help with IBS. I tried it because of what I saw in the above video and from reading about it in general. I didn't start taking it expecting it to help my stomach. I didn't know what to expect but knew that I would become healthier in some way.
I began taking it on a Saturday and Sunday morning I woke up and noticed that I didn't wake up with the same feeling as I normally do. I normally feel tense and my stomach feels sorta "irritated". This probably the mental mindset I have adopted over years with IBS and some of the symptoms of IBS in general. My stomach issues have just about entirely resolved. I'm 98% better with Goji. I feel less stressed, happier, my skin looks better, I overall just feel more positive, and more energy. I feel much happier and without having stomach problems, that helps a ton too. I have 2 bowel movements a day now whereas in the past I would struggle to have 1 every other day. I'm more sociable and joke around more because I feel so much better. I can't believe that it would help IBS but it has. I'm so amazed.
I'm not trying to sell this to anyone. I'm just trying to share my experience I've had with it. I'm not saying it will help your IBS because I don't think there even any studies on for IBS. All I know that is has helped me greatly in all aspects of life, especially IBS. I would highly recommend trying it and am willing to answer any questions anyone has though. I know what IBS is like and I want to share this with you because if can make you feel better then I'm ecstatic. If anyone has tried it please let me know. I would love to hear if it has/or has not helped.
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are you just ibs-c? is goji ibs-safe...i'd like to try it..i wonder what heather would say about it.
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I would as well and I'm not sure what class of IBS I am. I was just diagnosed as IBS by a Gastrologist. He told me to take Fiber and see how I felt. That was it. I was disgusted with his limited knowledge besides "Fiber" and that is when I researched IBS and found out about Heather's book. I never thought IBS was a something "real" rather than a general symptom of "stomach problems" until I put my bias aside and researched. I've had such problems the past 2 years where I would be in pain all day though which as we all know makes life hell. I'm just amazed how healthy my GI tract is functioning though. I'm having a healthy bowl movement 2-3 times a day whereas I stated above, I wouldn't have one for maybe 1-2 days. Heather's IBS diet help tremendously but Goji really put the capper on the rest.
I would love to see some research done on it though, as far as IBS. Again everyone… I'm not trying to sell this stuff to you. I'm just telling you my experiences. I don't want people to think I'm soliciting Goji.
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http://www.gojiberryjuice.org/
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I found this article on the last response Gojijuice.
I have never heard of this before?? keep us posted on how you feel or if anyone else drinks it.
Case study 1
H.O. from San Diego, CA had irritable Bowel syndrome that affects the colon and rectum of the digestive tract which she suffered for 20 long years before she bought Digestive Support Formula of Extreme Health. She was not able to digest food containing the lactose. But after using the formula she feels relieved and fatigue free so much so that within a week she plans to start on her daily regimen of exercise and dietary watch and drinking goji juice.
Case study 2
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IBS-C gas, bloating and acid reflux
Babies is the plan for 2008!!Hope this IBS cooperates.
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Goji Juice & Berries are a well known name in natural health world. I guess because I'm surrounded by health supplements daily I don't think much of it :) Now I have heard of other case studies similar to that. I take the Goji 100 by Genesis Today.
http://www.genesistoday.com/genesis_today_products/goji_100.html
Goji supports:
* Healthy immune system function*
* Healthy mood (Known for thousands of years as "The Happy Berry")*
* Healthy libido*
* Healthy aging*
* Healthy energy levels and resistance to fatigue*
* Healthy blood pressure, cholesterol & homocysteine levels (Supporting all around cardiovascular health)*
* Healthy endocrine function*
* Healthy liver function*
* Healthy eyes*
* and more...
Goji100 juice contains the following naturally occurring organic elements:
* Contains LbGp1,LbGp2,LbGp3,LbGp4,& LbGp5(Lycium Barbarum Glycoconjugate Polysaccharides 1-5) A.K.A. LBPX
* Rich in naturally occurring Amino acids
* Contains 21 trace minerals, including germanium, a rarity in foods
* Contains a full range of naturally occurring carotenoids including Beta-Carotene & Zeaxanthin
* Contains Vitamin C & B-Vitamins
* Contains Vitamin E, very rarely found in fruits
* Contains Solavetivone
* Contains Betaine, which supports healthy homocysteine levels and healthy liver function*
The five LbGp's are the most clinically researched compounds found in Goji berries and Goji juice.
The text I bolded is what I think helps IBS but I have no evidence at all on this. I will keep you updated but so far I'm doing awesome with it. I take it first thing in the morning, afternoon, and night. Always on an empty stomach.
I will keep you updated.
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Wow!!!!! This juice sounds amazing, where can you buy it?!
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i'd love to try this juice, but first i need to know if its ibs safe. i have ibs c.
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Goji Juice
#323102 - 01/24/08 11:10 AM
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Syl
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Pure Goji juice is made from Goji berries also known as Chinese Wolfberry. I believe they are low in fructose. If the juice is 100% Goji juice it should be safe. Unfortunately many Goji drinks contain other fruit juices and/or HFCS.
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The FODMAP Approach to Managing IBS Symptoms
Evidence-based Dietary Management of Functional GI Symptoms: The FODMAP Approach
FODMAP Chart & Cheatsheet
The Role of Food & Dietary Intervention in IBS
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would you happen to know a good,that has none of that bad stuff u said, one to buy that i could buy online? thank you.
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Is this safe,anyone take this?
http://shop.extremehealthusa.com/category-s/4.htm
3. Digestive Support Formula:
Quantities: 90 Capsules: A unique combination of nutrients and herbs in a base of plant enzymes designed for optimal assimilation. Assists in relief from heartburn, nausea, burping, upset stomach, acid indigestion, diarrhea, gastritis, hiatal hernia, and ulcerative conditions. Neutralizes excess stomach acid, helps with digestion, restores appetite. It is suitable for even the most sensitive digestive systems and helps support the body's natural ph balance.
Ingredients include Slippery Elm, Marshmallow, Ginger root, Green Tea, Quercetin, Ajowan Oil, Gamma Oryzanol, Acidophilus, Amylase, Glucoamylase, Lipase, Cellulase, Invertase and Lactase.
-Improves digestion and assimilation of nutrients
-Restores appetite by reducing stomach discomforts
-Neutralizes excess stomach acid
Free of sugar, starch, yeast, salt, wheat, corn, lactose, soy or dairy. No preservatives, artificial colors or flavors
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kombocha benefits-http://www.kombu.de/benefits.htm
81% Report a 'feeling of well-being'.
27% Better sleep patterns
30% Weight loss
81% Relief from constipation
42% Relief from painful arthritis-type symptoms.
21% Improvement in skin tone & condition
9% Migraine relief
17% Disappearance of 'liver spots'
12% Better concentration
27% Relief of ulcer pain and digestive problems.
5% Relief from nausea caused by chemotherapy
8% Better condition of hair and nails
4% Regrowth of hair
7% Restoration of gray/white hair to original color
12% Disappearance of pre-cancerous skin growths
10% Removal of moles or skin tags
6% Weight Loss of 20+ pounds
24% Weight loss of 5-10 pounds
13% Reduced caffeine cravings.
17% Reduced sugar cravings
2% People with cancer maintaining a 'cancer free' status for 5+ years
6% People with cancer maintaining a 'cancer free' status for 1-4 years.
3% People with cancer maintaining a 'cancer free' status for less than one year.
44% Report experiencing increased energy
8% Increased Libido
13% Less cramping and discomfort during menstruation.
19% Relief from symptoms of PMS
7% Relief from symptoms of menopause.
82% Report the resistance to colds & flu
3% Increase in T-cells
19% Allergy relief
17% Lower Blood Pressure & Cholesterol
http://www.happyherbalist.com/index.asp?PageAction=VIEWPROD&ProdID=115 - kombocha,goji extract, THIS SOUNDS GREAT WITH THE BENEFITS OF GOJI AND KAMBOCHA, IS IT IBS SAFE?!
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Is there any difference between the juice or the pill form? Which do you take?
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#323514 - 01/29/08 04:41 PM
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i can't believe, out of all the thread views, no one has jumped on my posts about the digestive support formula and kambucha/goji...
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come on people. Isn't there anyone that can figure out if this is ibs-safe. Is there anyone thats interested at all in trying those 2 things? There must be considering the hundreds of thread views...what's the deal?
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It it looks to good to be true then it likely is too good to be true. It quite unlikely that a drink will give you all of those benefits!
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The FODMAP Approach to Managing IBS Symptoms
Evidence-based Dietary Management of Functional GI Symptoms: The FODMAP Approach
FODMAP Chart & Cheatsheet
The Role of Food & Dietary Intervention in IBS
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I started taking Goji juice this week. I don't see any reason to believe it is not safe for IBS, after researching it for a few days on the internet. However look at the labels, some may contain citric acid or other additives that would not be beneficial to sensitive tummies. If anything, seems like this juice has many other benefits for overall health. I ran it by my acupuncturist, too.
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Originally IBS-D for a million years!
Then IBS-A, Now a transformed slightly C
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http://www.caoh.com/liquid-vitamin-blog/?p=121
http://www.caoh.org/pure-goji.html maybe this one is better?
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Are Goji berries safe for a fructose malabsorber. Syl-- what kinds of fruits do you eat? Do you find that you can eat all of the "safe fruits" listed in that chart that is linked to your signature?
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IBS-C, GERD, Lactose Intolerant, "Allergic" to Legumes (Soy!), Tree Nuts.
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Re: Goji Juice
#349343 - 08/23/09 04:04 PM
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We just a couple of Goji berry bushes for the garden. Apparently the grow well in our harsh climate. I asked myself the same question  What I have found out so far is goji berries contain 5-6 time more glucose than fructose. From a fructose perspective the fruit and juice look safe. However, I have not tried either so I cannot speak from personal experience.
I don't eat many fruits even low excess fructose fruits because of their high insoluble fiber content. Too much insoluble fiber is a definite trigger for me. The only whole fruit I eat is semi-ripe bananas. I do extract the juice from low fructose fruits particularly berries to get the vitamins and antioxidants they contain. I put a couple of tbps of juice in the water I use to prepare oatmeal and I use it in sauces and drinks.
I believe you are predominantly IBS-C but I don't recall (it helps if you put that information in your signature). In a previous email you said that brown rice is the core of your diet. Here is something you might consider while you are experimenting. Rice is a cereal. Cereal bran is a form of insoluble fiber known to exacerbate symptoms in all IBS subtypes. The insoluble fiber in fruits and veggies are different and apparently they are not as problematic.
Good luck
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STABLE: ♂, IBS-D 50+ years - Science of IBS
The FODMAP Approach to Managing IBS Symptoms
Evidence-based Dietary Management of Functional GI Symptoms: The FODMAP Approach
FODMAP Chart & Cheatsheet
The Role of Food & Dietary Intervention in IBS
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But I thought that rice was good-- and that things like rice, potatoes, bread (SF) should be the basis of the diet and that fruits should be eaten with caution (and with SF first). So how can it be that the insoluble fiber in fruit is better tolerated than the insoluble fiber in rice?
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IBS-C, GERD, Lactose Intolerant, "Allergic" to Legumes (Soy!), Tree Nuts.
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Re: Goji Juice
#349347 - 08/23/09 04:36 PM
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Syl
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Yes the basis of the diet if soluble fiber in rice, potatoes, etc.
The soluble fiber in white rice and the soluble fiber in brown is are essentially the same. However, there is much less insoluble fiber in white rice than brown rice because the bran has been removed.
Insoluble fiber should always be eaten with a soluble fiber base. The insoluble fiber in fruits and veggies is somewhat differen than the insoluble fiber in cereal bran. Cereal bran can be problematic for some IBSers. Insoluble fiber from fruits and veggies is less problematic.
It might be best to start with white rice and supplement it brown rice once you are more stable. This way you get lots of soluble fiber with less cereal bran. Play with amount of insoluble fiber in your diet using fruits and veggies for example, with and without the peel, raw, etc.
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The FODMAP Approach to Managing IBS Symptoms
Evidence-based Dietary Management of Functional GI Symptoms: The FODMAP Approach
FODMAP Chart & Cheatsheet
The Role of Food & Dietary Intervention in IBS
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Thank you! It is just surprising to me that vegetables might be better tolerated than cereal bran.
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