Natural Approaches to Managing Barrett's Esophagus

I HAVE A SEVERE CASE OF BARRETTS ESOPHAGUS WHICH CAN LEAD TO CANCER IF NOT TAKEN CARE OF. PRESENTLY ON PRILOSEC 2XDAILY. STILL HAVING PROBLEMS. CAN APPLE CIDER HELP?

Diagnosed with Barrett's years ago & I never had heartburn. I have been on Prilosec for years. I want a natural treatment as I know it is not good to continue on Prilosec every day. How much ACV diluted in water is recommended?

I have been recently diagnosed with Barret's disease of Esophagus and I want to cure it with natural methods. just read about someone having Apple cider vinegar with baking soda and it is working for them. Could you please suggest how much and in what frequency we have to take the combination?

Great advice! How much barrets did you have? as I have about 7 cm. Did it completely cure it?. I'm definitely going to take your advice but how long did you do this for? Thanks

Hello james what kind of aminos and antioxidants you taking? thanks

I would love to know what "red berry" tea you used to fight GERD. Is it Gogi berry tea? Hawthorne berry? There seem to be several possibilites to choose from that fit yuor description. Thank you.

Which candida supplement did you use?

Hi, were you on a ppi with your regimen? If so, the whole time? Are you still?

Regarding the increased risk of stomach cancer with the use of proton-pump inhibitors.... The cancer risk comes from the increased risk of h pylori infection from low stomach acid levels. I too have GERD and now my Esophagus is starting to bother me after having GERD for 15 years...

I would suggest that the poster's risk for esophageal cancer is higher than stomach cancer, although since h pylori infection (and stomach cancer) is a risk, the poster's should get pylori infection tested every so often.

And in the meantime, continue on with natural remedies to compliment and eventually take over a base of acid reducers and pylori checks...

Hello Robert Henry, I was diagnosed with h.pylori, GERD, acid reflux, esophagitis, hiatal hernia, chronic gastritis, and inflammation of the duodenum. My first endoscopy was in 2010, and the second was in 2013. The diagnosis were the same with different medical doctors. All prescription meds did not help but worsen my symptoms and I am having a severe halitosis which I've notice when people couldn't get near me unless they are covering their noses. I have avoided all trigger foods including starch and grains. I suspect I also have candida, as it showed on my endoscopy video there were white spots on my esophagus down to the stomach, but my gastro doctor did not recognized it as candida but just an esophagitis. I tried aloe vera juice, oil of oregano, pau de arco tea, Virgin Coconut Oil but my halitosis still remains. I am really desperate on what to take. As of now I am taking baking soda with natural Apple Cider Vinegar w/honey and ozonated water and ozonated Virgin Coconut Oil twice a day. I don't know if this helps as I'm desperate. Any advice is highly appreciated.

I'm trying to contact James... About his recovery brom Barretts.... I'm suffering so very much and hiscomments intrigued me... Or I felt compelled. I've been in and out of the hopsital almost every other day this week.... Please respond James.

I am suffering more than a human should.... I am a mental health counselor.... Volunteer because I am disable due to ptsd and fibromyalgia. NOW.... I have Barretts Esophagus and a crater ulcer..... And my quality of life has ended as I knew it. Will you talk with me... please... I can hardly take this alone.... I have no one who undestands and the doctors are doing their best... I think lol. Sincrely, Sarah

What brand wedge did you get? Got any pictures? Thanks so much! Have a blessed day!

Great remedies. Did you have halitosis during anytime of your diagnosis or treatments? I have ALL the symptoms of Barretts but not diagnosed yet. It's starting to worry me.

I am interested in the man that said he cured his Barretts. I am under the impression that it is a lifetime condition that does not go away. Please clarify. Just the symptoms?

There are studies that show Barrett's Esophagus is caused by bile, not stomach acids. This allows their PPIs to cause further irritation.

I was diagnosed w/Barretts and the 1 in 20 in Feb 2016. Had another endo six months later and the dysplasia was gone. Will have another in 12 months, and if good, then every 2 years, then every 3 years. Only thing is that I've gained significant weight. Thinking of trying the aloe vera.

Did you take any prescription drugs, or did special diet, or both? And good luck to you on the next endoscopy!

Dear James, from Georgia. Thank you for sharing your "course of action" against the Barrett's! And congrats on conquering it! Just got EGD and per my doc. possibly have the same affliction. Biopsy result to follow... Would you share about your Candida cleansing regimen in more details. Thank you!!!

I had halitosis for a while, I had to be chewing gum or breathe mints all the time. It would come and go for several months. and then nothing for a long while. I went on a vacation and my friend told me my breathe smelled like ****. I felt so embarrassed. and I told him it tasted like that too. The next morning we went to the casino, and had breakfast, I had two over easy eggs, probably cooked in butter, and hash-browns also cooked in butter. I had to excuse myself to go to the restroom (I barely made it) going at both ends. When I could compose myself I went back to the table and I went back to my room, took a shower and slept for about three hours.. I was fine the next few days. About a week later, in the middle of the night I woke up to a pain in the middle of my back, thinking I was having an heart attack, I could not even reach for the telephone to call 911. I thought I was going to die. In the morning I was fine, a little tired but made it to work. So off and on every thing I eat went right through me. I finally went to the Doctor, had a Gallbladder sonogram. I had Gall Stones. I had GB surgery and no more halitosis . But I do have Acid Reflux and have been diagnosed with Barrett's Esophagus and then with second EGD test it was gone. Now, been having lots of burps and acid reflux, which before I didn't have. My mouth feels very acidity, I figure I am in some kind of imbalance; minerals or vitamins or something. I take Acidophilus triple strain 3 Billion CFU plus Prebiotic Goat's milk Freeze dried., Betaine HCI Pepsin and Gentian Bitters twice a day. maybe I should take them 3 times a day. Plus Vita-B complex and lots of other vitamins. I think I have a Malabsorption syndrome. Because of all the vitamins I take, minerals I was low in Vita-D my Iron and Iodine was normal. I have with Doctors OK, I weened myself off my thyroid meds. which I took for about 20 years and I didn't think it was helping me. So I cut my pills in half and took the half pill for six week then had lab test for TSH -4 and it came back normal, so with my Doctors permission I stopped taking my thyroid meds altogether for 6 weeks, then had another blood test for my thyroid and it came back normal. I have been off my thyroid meds for about two months now and I am wondering if my thyroid is still not normal. I am hot instead of cold. I think I feel better off the meds than I did on the meds, except with the acidity mouth. I tried ACV with honey and warm water. but it didn't seemed to help, more acidity. I really enjoyed reading everyone's input about their experiences with acid reflux and Barrett's esophagus. Some very interesting home treatments that I might try. Thank you everyone. and God Blessing to all.☺

I should think taking activated charcoal before bed would help, as well. And drinking aloe vera juice throughout the day. Cabbage is supposed to be very good for digestive issues, too.

What anti candida supplement should I take?

Looking to alleviate severe gerd which has led to Barretts E. Nexium hasn't helped. Only get minimal relief from ACV. Any suggestion? Thanks, Stuart

Can you explain what 10,000 Orac score vitamins are? Also, what is Brioshi? Thanks so much! My husband suffers horribly with Barrett's.

I was just recently diagnosed with BE. My father died at 63 with esophageal cancer, and I was just recent diagnosed with BE and a hiatal hernia. I've been on meds for years, now none seem to work well.

You asked for information on people taking medication and its correlation to GERD. I have taken, for 20 years Excedrin to treat headaches and migraines. There have been other meds taken over the years as well, both RX and OTC. Approximately 5 years ago I was diagnosed with GERD after an "attack" so severe that I had to seek treatment at the ER. It took me until about 2 years ago to figure out that the meds are at least in part contributing to my condition. I am scared now because after a respite from the disease for a few years, GERD is back and in full attack mode. I walk around all day every day with a feeling like I have a peanut butter sandwich STUCK in my throat. I feel stuff backing up in my throat. Faltering voice, sore throat, hoarseness, etc. etc. I am SUPER intrigued about the ACV and hopefully will be trying to purchase some either tomorrow or over the weekend. My insurance company is not allowing Nexium, which my doctor has prescribed; the insurance company will allow Previcid, but even with insurance consideration I fear that I will not be able to afford it. The only concern I have is the repeated comments I see on other web sites stating that individuals should not self treat or attempt to self treat GERD. I am at risk for Barrett's syndrome (or whatever it is called). Does anyone have a comment on the preceding paragraph concerning self treatment, or can anyone offer advice? Thank you and GOD BLESS!

Rebecca, how are you doing today? I was diagnosed with acid reflux, but upon further research know I have the one called "silent reflux". I also have huge tonsils and think this is only exacerbating the problem. Today I started a very strict diet and hope that brings me relief.

Regarding Joy's post from 2006, can someone tell me how they think the 3 oz of coconut oil was taken? Did she mix the 3 tablespoons of coconut oil in a drink or his food, or did he just take 3 tablespoons straight? Also, what time of day or night was this regimen given.

Thank You, Eric

Eric, I think it doesn't matter HOW you take it. BUT I think it DOES matter how much. I would start with 1/2 TEAspoon a day, and then increase each week little by little, monitoring closely how it affects you.

Hi, your message gives me a bit hope as I've also got Barretts. Just want to know, was it 1 tablespoon 3 times a day and how did he take it on a spoon? in a tea? Etc thanks waiting for your reply.

Hi Joy, I just came across your message and it gives me some encouragement that Barrett's can be reversed. I've been diagnosed recently and I'm following a diet with coconut oil. Can you tell me specifically what helped your husband get rid of Barrett's other than 3 tbsps of virgin coconut oil a day? Also, did the doctor confirm no Barrett's after an endoscopy and biopsy? Thanks.