Expert: Milan Mehta - 11/25/2008

Question
Dear Milan
I am a 50 year old North American male.
My health is average,and I dont smoke or drink.I have mild hypertension 140/90
I have been overweight since late childhood,I dont really know why as I am and have always been active and a light eater.
I carry most of my weight on my abdomen, and also suffer from gas,bloating,indigestion,and general abdominal discomfort.
I have been treated my western doctor including thyroid tests, sigmoidoscopy,and no issues were discovered.
All he could say was I have a very slow metabolism and have to eat light-approx 1500 calories a day which is way below the recomended daily intake.
Over the years I have tried many natural cures to lose weight and help with the digestion/bloating, most of which havent worked. Only ginger and digestive enzymes seem to help.
I recently purchased NEEM capsules.My main motive was the thought I had intestinal parasites and the Neem would purge them.
It has only been a few days but my bloating,gas and digestion has improved! Also,though my weight hasnt gone down,my waist has!
Any comments appreciated,including what other herbs may be beneficial for my condition including the hypertension.

Answer
Dear Bud,

Good to know that you came to know unknowingly the other advantages of Neem leaves. Indians drink / chew Neem leaves in particular seasons so that it helps them during entire 1 yr from many body troubles.

There are many Herbs that can help but unless you do not know which part of the herb, what form, what quantity, when to eat, when not to eat, etc..you can also face problem !

Hence best is for you to contact / consult registered Naturopathist, Ayurvedic practitioner and then use those Herbs.

Other Important Tips:

1. Do not drink cold things 2 hrs before meals and 2 hrs after.

2. Drink Luke / warm water after meals.

Best of Health.

B.Regds.

Milan