Can Serrapeptase help your Thyroid Eye Disease?

I considered it my moral duty to inform you about any product, supplement or herb that can help Graves’ Disease/hyperthyroidism or related symptoms and this post is no exception.

Some years ago, when I was writing one of my books “Life Stories for Graves’ Disease and Hyperthyroidism” and collecting stories from people about what helped them and what did not, I received the following information from one of my subscribers, Ted Salonica (I am extracting the information that pertains only to this specific product, Serrapeptase).

“…..What I also found to help me greatly with the inflammation and swelling in and around the eyes is a natural enzyme called Serrapeptase – nature’s steroid, a gift from the silkworm. What does Serrapeptase do? Dead and inflamed tissues are two of the key causes of the majority of ailments in the body. Serrapeptase digests (dissolves) non-living tissue, blood clots, cysts, and arterial plaque and all inflamed tissue which is then dispersed. There is a growing list of conditions that respond to Serrapeptase. In over 25 years of studies and usage no harmful side effects have been found….”

I researched further and found that Serrapeptase has been used in Asia and Europe for almost 3 decades.

So, Serrapeptase is actually a proteolytic enzyme, isolated from the non-pathogenic bacteria Serratia species found in the digestive track of Japanese silkworm. It may sound nasty, but the enzyme is used by the worms to digest their cocoons. I am just wondering who in the world and in their right mind would research a product that comes from the intestines of a worm and this is simply beyond my imagination.:) Anyhow, I am glad that there are such people and this product is available now on the market (including the USA).

Serrapeptase is not only helpful for eye inflammation, as reported by numerous customer reviews, for example, but it also has numerous positive “side effects”: it helps pain of any kind, arthritis, multiple sclerosis, Rheumatoid Arthritis and Lupus, sport’s injuries, traumatic swelling, post-operative swellings, Crohn’s disease, colitis, inflammation of any kind, high cholesterol, autism, fibroids and scar tissue, varicose veins, to list just a few.

Is this some kind of miracle supplement? I don’t know yet, I just ordered it even though I don’t have any current complains, only my inflamed and hurting knee due to a recent volleyball injury…

Cons: Have in mind that Serrapeptase is considered a blood thinner, so if you are on any Anticoagulant / Antiplatelet drugs, consult your doctor first before taking it.

Pros: it is a natural anti-inflammatory product, better than the harmful NSAIDs and corticosteroids. 

How should you take it: 1-3 capsules daily (40 000 SPU), depending on the concentration or as directed on the label.

Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. It does not substitute a medical opinion, nor should be used for treatment purposes.

P.S. I have no financial interest in recommending this product.

P.S.S. If you have experience with Serrapепtase, please, do not hesitate to write me or share your experience in the comments. 

Some references:

Raskin JB. Gastrointestinal effects of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory therapy. Am J Med. 1999; 106 (5B):3S-12S.

Fung HB, Kirschenbaum, HL. Selective cyclooxygenase-2 inhibitors for the treatment of arthritis. Clin Ther. 1999; 21(7):1131-5

Raskin JB. Gastrointestinal effects of nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory therapy. Am J Med. 1999; 106 (5B):3S-12S.

Murphy PJ, Badia P, Myers BL, Boecker MR, Wright KP Jr. Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs affect normal sleep patterns in humans. Physiol Behav. 1994; 55(6):1063-6.

Mazzone A, Catalani M, Costanzo M, Drusian A, Mandoli A, Russo S, Guarini E, Vesperini G. Evaluation of Serratia peptidase in acute or chronic inflammation of otorhinolaryngology pathology: a multicentre, double-blind, randomized trial versus placebo. J Int Med Res. 1990; 18(5):379-88.

Thyroid Eye Disease and Its Healing

Thyroid Eye Disease is also called:  Graves’ Opthalmopathy, Thyroid Associated Orbitophaty, Graves’ Orbithopathy, Graves’ Eye Disease, Proptosis, Exophthalmos, Eye protrusion, which pretty much means the same thing- just different medical terms- don’t get confused!

There are some simple steps and strategies that I used to cure my own “Thyroid Eye Disease”, so my eyes look 100% better! Read my story how I did it…

It’s been more than 8 years since I suffered  from the debilitating Thyroid Eye Disease, when my eyes could scare a person from a mile. Not to mention the way I was feeling, when everybody stared at me and asked that innocent question: “What’s wrong with your eyes?”

Hard to explain, and I’ll just shut down. I was suffering a lot, physically and emotionally. I was desperate, I really lost a hope that I will ever get better, that my eyes will ever be the same. The consequences in my everyday life were severe.

Do you also? Are you dreaming of being the same beautiful, charming person as you were before? I am sure you do….

I don’t have Thyroid Eye Disease any more and my eyes look perfectly the same as they were before. I have experimented with so many things- some of them worked, and some didn’t. It took me 7 years, more or less, to figure out what  helps and what doesn’t! Still hard to say, but the picture gets much clearer.

The majority of patients with Thyroid Eye Disease appear to suffer, as I did, silently, trying to come to terms with the facial disfigurement that is caused by the disease. It is particularly unkind, distorting the most expressive, vivid and ageless feature of the face, the eyes.

We can not hide our eyes. We can hide the palpitations, the sleepless nights, the muscle cramps, the weight loss (it’s so socially acceptable to look skinny), and the other Graves’ Disease symptoms  but we can not hide our eyes. Our eyes are the doors to our soul.They speak for us even when we are speechless.

Many patients with Thyroid Eye Disease are unable to face the world, they don’t want to look at the mirror any more and avoid social contacts as much as they can. Relationships break down, jobs are lost, depression sets in and life changes for the worse. Thyroid eye disease treatment is not an easy one.

For the past 8 years  I’ve received thousands of emails from clients and more than half of them were about Thyroid Eye Disease.

That’s why I decided to write a book and to include everything that I know about this disease, with the only purpose to help you, if I can in this battle.

The main purpose of this new book is NOT only to give you HOPE. It’s a book to tell you how many different options you have, even in this condition. It’s to tell you that there is a way out. I know that from personal experience. I experimented and tried so many things and I continue to do this, even today. My Life is one small laboratory for Alternative Therapies and experiments in Life Style. 

And if you’re still wondering if you’ll EVER be able to get rid off YOUR buggy, protruded eyes, double vision and eye problems as well, then listen to this one:

“Thyroid Eye Disease and Its Healing” book – Feedback

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Giz_wZ0w00&feature=plcp

◊ 30 Symptoms for Thyroid Eye Disease (or Graves’ Eye Disease), the right diagnosis and classification, according NOSPECS.

◊ Holistic approach for Thyroid Eye Disease. Why me? Why the Eyes? Understanding the mental causes behind the symptoms.

◊ 12 Thyroid Eye Disease Exercises (guaranteed to help, of course if you do them regularly, not just “read them”). All  collected and tried in the last 8 years, including pictures drawn by my daughter who helped as well for the creation of this book!

httpv://youtu.be/t3i4QrpT6LU

◊ Palming eye exercises, “the Spider Net” exercise, the Virtual Eyes exercises and many others remedies.

 
◊ Herbs, Chamomile cold compresses, Vitamins and Supplements for Thyroid Eye Disease treatment. Helping the symptoms inside out.

 ◊ 30 Alternative Ideas, Tricks and Tips for relieving Thyroid Eye Disease  symptoms – I tried almost all of them!

◊ Reflexology points to help your eyes (with graphics and pictures) and Thyroid Eye Disease.

◊ Alternative therapy in recipes and supplements. Is “Flavay®” the new safe option for treating Thyroid Eye Disease ?

◊ The pure Medical approach- corticosteroids, radiation, surgery. Studies, dangers and options. When an eye surgery could and should be performed? How dangerous are the different options and side effects. Is this for “your eyes”?

◊ Intravenous Immunoglobulis Therapy Versus Prednisolone in Thyroid Eye Disease . (With a full report of the research included!)

It’s all in one place now, in my new book “Thyroid Eye Disease and Its Healing’ ebook!

To get your book today and start taking care  of your Thyroid Eye Disease, order your copy now, just for 24.95, less than a co-pay in your doctor’s office!

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I know that Thyroid Eye Disease takes time to improve and actually this is the last symptom to disappear, that’s why I want to give you a lot of time to try my methods and alternative therapies and see if they work for you. Guaranteed, you’ll have an improvement.

Just remember, if you aren’t  satisfied for any reason, or it doesn’t live up to your expectations, you won’t be out one red cent. Actually, you’ll get more money plus you keep all my products for Free! Just email me and I’ll refund your entire payment. No questions asked! Right up to the final day of this 365-day guarantee!

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Flax Seed Oil for Thyroid Eye Disease/ Graves’ Eye Disease

by Svetla Bankova

When I was diagnosed with Graves’ disease, my left eye was already protruded; it was swelling and painful. My biggest concern was not only how I could get rid of the pain, but would my eyes be the same after the disease had been treated. Some Graves’ disease patients like me suffer from Graves’ Ophthalmopathy, sometimes called Thyroid Eye Disease or TED.  

One of things I used to improve my condition was Flax Seed Oil. I am still taking that because it is so good for many other things. So let me tell you more about that.

Recently, I’ve been doing a lot of research and reading up on flaxseed oil and its many health benefits. All the health benefits of flax seed oil had me convinced pretty quick, and I had bought myself a 6 months supply of flax seed supplement in no time, and I’ve been taking them every morning since then.

Flaxseed oil is the most abundant plant source of omega-3 fatty acid, alpha-linolenic acid omega-3. The seeds and oil of the flax plant contain substances which are known to promote good health. We used to have enough in our diet in the past, from the products that were produced, but with all the GMO and chemicals that substance is actually missing now.

Flaxseed and flaxseed oil are rich in alpha-linolenic acid (ALA), an essential fatty acid that appears to be beneficial for a lot of diseases. ALA belongs to a group of substances called omega-3 fatty acids.

Flax seed oil is good for: Circulatory System, Immune System, Reproductive System, Nervous System, and not only. It happens to be good for Thyroid Eye Disease as well.

Flax seed oil and Thyroid Eye Disease

There are a lot of reports that it can help your Thyroid Eye Disease and practically you can see results in 1 or 2 weeks. The recommended dose is 2 capsules of 1000 mg per day (at least). You can find Flax seed oil  in any GNC or Natural Store in the form of capsules, or you can also add flax seeds to your salad and just sprinkle them. I would suggest that you buy the organic, as we don’t know what kind of seeds are used in the regular. Also, if you decide to buy that in liquid form, make sure that you keep the opened bottle all the time in the refrigerator, as Flax seed oil is light and temperature sensitive.

Research has shown that majority of diets are deficient in Omega 3  essential fatty acids, and this can lead to some serious health problems. This is what else you can help by taking Flax Seed Oil:

1.Coronary heart disease – Omega 3 helps reduce cholesterol, blood pressure, plaque formation, and cardian arrhythmia.

2. Arthritis – Studies have found that oils rich in Omega 3 (like flax seed oil) patients can reduce their drug use.

3. Cancer – Omega 3 has been found to kill certain cancer cells without harming normal cells.

4. Skin problems like acne, eczema, and psoriasis are shown partly to be related to Omega 3 deficiency.

5.Omega 3 EFA helps improve your response to stress.

6. It is also often prescribed to some patients suffering depression, as it was found by scientists that people in depression are severely lacking this substance.

You can buy also Flax Seeds and use them for salads, dressings and however you prefer. Have in mind that when grinding them their concentration is much lower, compared to the capsules.

Properly prepared and protected, milled flax can be eaten raw, blended into drinks, sprinkled on ice cream or cooked and baked into items without losing much of it’s nutritional value.

How to heal Graves Disease naturally?

7 Tips and Methods

I perfectly know how you feel, because as you know I have been there and I have experienced all the things you are experiencing right now. I feel your pain, and sorrow, and desperation. Even though I don’t know your names or any 

other information about you  I want to tell you that I understand! 

I also know that you want a simple plan how you can win this battle with Graves’ Disease and feel as you felt before, or even better. 

So, based on you emails, 

88.2% want to know  about  Natural cures (by this I mean natural methods not only herbs)

78.4% want to know alternative ways to treat Graves’ Disease (which is almost the same)

54.9% want to know more about Recent Researches on Graves’ Disease

43.1% want to know more about test results

The fact is that if you really want to get rid of this disease, you have to make it a PRIORITY. Your life in the next few months has to revolve around your HEALTH and nothing else! Because if you are not healthy, if your eyes hurt and you have Thyroid Eye Disease, if you can not sleep, you can not get pregnant, and you want to, if you have palpitations etc.- what in the world matters more than your Health?

The question is: What are you ready to change, what you are ready to give up and sacrifice so you can heal your Graves’ Disease or Hyperthyroidism?

And yes, we are talking about your HEALTH,  we are not talking about a new fancy dress, a new fishing rod, dinner in the new restaurant around the corner, Halloween costume, family movie visit..

You can’t heal your Graves’ Disease if you keep doing the same things that you did before, no way. You have to fight Graves’ Disease on a few levels, not only one or as I call them “axes”. I found that there are 7 axes of Graves’ Disease Healing:

1. Psychological level- understanding the cause of the disease

2. Healthy Diet (what to eat and not to eat, drink and not to drink)

3. Appropriate physical exercises/ workout programs (actually no workout!)

4. Herbs that can help you and how to use them

5. Vitamins and Supplements to strengthen your immune system

6. Other alternative methods that can improve your health 

7. Mental and Emotional Aspects of Graves’ Disease

You will probably have to:

–    change your mind

–    change your life style

–    change what you eat and what you drink

–    change your relationships

–    change your exercise/ workout program

–    change what do you do every day

–    change your job, if you have to

–    change the way you view yourself and the others

–    change your vitamins and supplements

–    change your doctor, if necessary

And this is not just a makeover… This disease is here to change everything in your life.

The question is: Are you ready for a CHANGE?

To learn how to cope with Graves’ Disease, as I did, get your copy of “Life Manual for Graves’ Disease and Hyperthyroidism” today:

Graves’ Disease Books

Graves’ Eye Disease Treatment/ Thyroid Eye Disease Exercises.

Graves Eye Disease is often called Thyroid Eye Disease (TED) and both terms represent one and the same condition- inflammation of the eye (one or both eyes). Not of all of the people, suffering from Graves’ Disease or Hyperthyroidism will have Graves eye disease as a symptom. And I say symptom, even though is called “graves’ eye disease” because it can not exist separately, without the underlying condition Graves’ Disease. The Thyroid antibodies, are actually responsible for that condition.

With some people, who had undergone RAI treatment for Graves’ Disease the eye condition becomes even worse- and unfortunately they are not advised about that by their doctors.  However, there are a few things that still can be done to improve Graves’ eye disease.

If you need some help with Thyroid eye disease/ Graves Eye Disease, especially if you have Graves’ eye disease symptoms as protruded eyes, double vision, or just any eye problem that can come to your mind  and is related to Graves’ disease (or even not related) in this article I am giving one, no, two exercises that I used myself and they felt pretty good on my eyes:

  “Palming” Exercise”

 

This is the most popular and well known for centuries technique for calming and relaxing the eyes. It’s first officially described by William H.  Bates.

 

William Horatio Bates (1860 -1931) was an American physician who practiced ophthalmology and developed what became known as the “Bates Method” for better eyesight. One of the exercises included in his “Bates Method” is exactly the “Palming” exercise.

 

“Palming” is actually artificial darkening of the eyes with the help of your palms. Simple as that. Palms and hands are used in Reiki, in a similar position. It’s practically giving energy to your eyes. So how we do that:

 

First: Rub up you palms/hands for a few seconds, so the friction can warm them a little bit. Then put your fingers next to each other, so there is no light coming between the fingers. There are 2 options here.  You can cross the little fingers, or you can use the Reiki style, however you feel comfortable. You can sit on a chair and put your elbows on the back of the chair to support them, or you can choose another position, just rest your elbows. You can also lie on a bed, but you’ll need some pillows under your elbows, or any other position you feel comfortable with.

 

Your back and neck should be in one line, do not bend them in any direction. Breath deeply a few times, relax your torso, and your hands, no pressure should be applied on the eyes, eyebrows or head.