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About Tonja Wells
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Expertise
Tonja Wells is a Certified Natural Health Professional. (C.N.H.P.) and a Certified Herbal Health Consultation (N.H.C.). She is currently working on her Naturopathic Doctors degree. Tonja is a corporate trainer for the worlds largest herb company. She has been working as an herbalist since 1992 years. Tonja can answer your questions on herbs and herbal health needs in most areas such as having more energy, weight loss, allergies, stress, depression, ADHD, hormones, stress, PMS, menopause, herbs for children and much more. She specializes in putting complete herbal health and nutritional programs together for clients.

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I a currently a trainer for one of the largest herb compaines in the United States. I am a certified Natural Health Professional and certified as an Herbal Health Consultant. I have been working with clients for 10 years. I also have a web site you can visit to obtain more information. You can visit me at www.herbalhealthsolutions.4the.net

   

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Questions Answered By Expert  Tonja Wells 
In Category  Alternative Medicine

SubjectDate Asked

constipation11/4/2009
  Q: I have had chronic constipation since childhood (I'm 53). I have tried everything(drinking extra ...
  A: To my knowlege magnesium can be used for a long period of time with no know side effects or issues ...
constipation11/3/2009
  Q: I have had chronic constipation since childhood (I'm 53). I have tried everything(drinking extra ...
  A: Magnesium is the hardest mineral to hang on to. It is the best way to solve constipation issues. I ...
Rash on Daughter11/2/2009
  Q: My 5 year old daughter has had a rash around her mouth for two months. It does not seem to bother ...
  A: Rashes can be promoted by so many different things. You might look at the soap you are using to wash ...
seizures alternative medicine10/30/2009
  Q: 13 year old boy with ADHD has had seizures at 4,8, and 13 years of age(3 seizures each time)Now, ...
  A: Unfortunatly you did not tell me his specific symtpoms but only gae me a diagnosis. I look at ...
appendix10/25/2009
  Q: I am a 53 year old male. 6'0, 205#, no meds, no DX, no allergy other then occ hayfever. Dad had ...
  A: Sorry, have been out of town and did not put myself on vacation. Go to the doctor or hosptial or ...
Cronic Condition called Oral Lichen Planus10/15/2009
  Q: I have had this condition for about 16 years now. I understand it is thought to be a immune system ...
  A: I would suggest a product I carry call Silver shield. I would hold it in my mouth 2 x a day for at ...
lipoma10/7/2009
  Q: my sis has lipoma , all over her hand, back, partly in legs /thighs. operations is one option how ...
  A: I would find someone in India who knows what herbals are available to you in India. The products I ...
sore tongue9/8/2009
  Q: I get painful teeth indentations on my tongue. Taking a B complex help get rid of this problem. At ...
  A: B complex can keep you awake at night so work on taking it during the day. This is a water soluable ...
hypothyroid8/9/2009
  Q: I am a very active 47 year old women who loves running and going to the gym. I eat healthy. I do ...
  A: I would need to know your thyroid and livers numbers to know exactly what is going on. I do offer ...
USE OF PRODUCT CONTAINING FUCOXANTHIN OR ASWANGANDHA WHILST BREASTFEEDING8/7/2009
  Q: MY SON IS NOW 1YR OLD AND I AM STILL BREASTFEEDING. I AM DESPERATE TO LOSE WEIGHT AND HAVE ALREADY ...
  A: I would not suggest the white, black and green tea if you have HBP as caffeine can promote HBP. I ...
lactoferrin8/6/2009
  Q: can I take lactoferrin to help my immunity and what about if I already have a virus will it help ...
  A: I am an herbalist and this sounds like it comes from mothers milk. This is not something I have ...
tummy ache7/29/2009
  Q: My 5 yr old daughter has had tummy aches for about 2 months. I've taken her to see the pediatrian at ...
  A: Sorry it has taken me a while. I have been working long hours. If it was my child I would get her ...
8 year old daughter7/28/2009
  Q: My 8 year old daughter is gaining weight in her abdominal area and I am concerned. She does ...
  A: I would need more information to be able to help you better but I would start with getting your ...
hEART MUSCLEOR PUMP7/21/2009
  Q: ARE THERE HERBS THAT WILL BUILD THE PUMP SO THE HEART RATE WILLGO UP I HAVE HAD 2 HEART ATTACKS ...
  A: I like Hawthorn Berries to strengthen the heart and high amounts of Co Q 10. I would take Co Q 10 75 ...
bee pollen7/10/2009
  Q: Do you know if there are long term health risks associated with the consumption of bee pollen? And ...
  A: Some people have allergic attacks from using bee pollen, just as if they had been stung by a bee. ...
Herbs6/1/2009
  Q: Is it safe to take L-arginine, ginseng, and ginkgo daily? ANSWER: Hello Bob, You did not say if ...
  A: Panax or Korean Ginseng as many refer to it, has no toxic effects but is contrindicated in acute ...
Herbs5/31/2009
  Q: Is it safe to take L-arginine, ginseng, and ginkgo daily?
  A: You did not say if you were on any medications. Ginkgo is a blood thinner as well but most people ...
Reading and info resources5/28/2009
  Q: First of all, thank you for making yourself available for questions. I enjoy reading about ...
  A: Here are my favorites. www.treelite.com If you do purchase anything from this site you can use my ...
Chronic Asthma4/10/2009
  Q: Welles, My grandmother has been suffering from asthma for almost 40 years now. She has been getting ...
  A: Have you talked to your grandmother about doing alternative therapies? If she is willing to do that ...
nutrition, balance3/22/2009
  Q: Welles- I am 59 years old. I exercise regularly and have a mainly vegetarian diet with plenty of raw ...
  A: The healthier the body the more it responds negatively to toxins. Using a time release milk thistle ...
infection in swollen lower leg3/21/2009
  Q: I am a senior and have had leg swelling from time to time. This time the leg was ok and then it ...
  A: Swelling, red and hot mean inflammation. I would find another doctor and get to the bottom of this. ...
grapeseed3/12/2009
  Q: it says take one tablet daily and once odour has gone and bacteria has subsided take one every other ...
  A: I would check with your pharmacist on the grapeseed as there are many medications you may not be ...
Seizures3/5/2009
  Q: I have always had fainting spells when I went to the doctor. If a shot is required you can almost ...
  A: It would be important to go to the doctor to see WHY you are having the seizure. Gaba can be ...
I started taking Vitex to get pregnant, now have missed a period, and had a neg hpt3/4/2009
  Q: I have been trying to get pregnant for 7 months now and started doing research online about Chinese ...
  A: You are welcome. I would be sure to find an herbalist in your area which works with this to confirm ...
I started taking Vitex to get pregnant, now have missed a period, and had a neg hpt3/4/2009
  Q: I have been trying to get pregnant for 7 months now and started doing research online about Chinese ...
  A: There can be several reasons why you are not getting pregnant. Low cholesterol being one of them. ...
Selfmedication...2/19/2009
  Q: I live in Sweden and have not been able to find a doctor that can help me as of yet. I’m trying to ...
  A: I would try to find an herbalist there that can help you. I would consider candida issues, adrenal ...
dong quai & thyroid2/16/2009
  Q: If you are taking a thyroid pill would it be harmful to take Dong Quai pills at the same time?
  A: You did not say what thyroid pill you are taking, if it is a prescription or an herbal so it is hard ...
adrenal fatigue2/15/2009
  Q: I am trying to find ways to supplement adrenal fatigue. I have a sensitive stomach and concerned ...
  A: If it were me I would suggest Adrenal Support and Nervous Fatigue Formula B complex. If herbal ...
parasites or candida?1/8/2009
  Q: To start off, I'm male, 16. My stomach has been bothering me for about a year now... I decided to ...
  A: It sounds like there are a few things going on. First you will want to address the digestive ...
hormones1/7/2009
  Q: I'm 47 year old female, type O, 5'6", 135lbs normally very active,and sleep well 7-8 hrs, and my ...
  A: Awesome, I don't like to step on anyones toes, if you know what I mean. I want you to also not eat ...
hormones1/7/2009
  Q: I'm 47 year old female, type O, 5'6", 135lbs normally very active,and sleep well 7-8 hrs, and my ...
  A: It sounds like you are already working with someone with Nature's Sunshine. If so I would go back ...
throat infection1/6/2009
  Q: I usually get a bad cold accompanied with a soar throat and very bad cough once a year. I am always ...
  A: One of the best ways to prevent colds is to strenghten your immune system throughout the year. I ...
Hydrocele1/5/2009
  Q: My husband has a large hydrocele in his right testicle. He has already had it operated on and it has ...
  A: Here is an article I have on enzymes. Hope this helps. Enzymes...something you can't live without! ...
natural pain relief?1/3/2009
  Q: Tonya I am 50,no health issues. In 08 I began working out regularly.Nothing crazy,but a brisk walk ...
  A: I want to encourage you to keep working out, as we get older our body's get inflammed or acid. So ...
Alternative therapies1/2/2009
  Q: What alternative therapies could be used to get rid of stress in women?
  A: There are lots of things you can do to aid stress. Without knowing anything else about your total ...
Hydrocele1/2/2009
  Q: My husband has a large hydrocele in his right testicle. He has already had it operated on and it has ...
  A: If it were me I would clean up the body at the cellular level with All Cells Detox. I would also ...
detox--nutrition and supplements1/2/2009
  Q: im a 48 yr old woman with multiple chronic health issues including stills disease(systemic rheum. ...
  A: With all you have going on it would be optimal to do a complete client consult with you, which ...
fibromyalgia12/28/2008
  Q: My daughter who is 15 has had ha, gen aches, stomach issues etc since age 12. She was recently ...
  A: When working with headaches with a FM person you must look at the whole picture. You can't just ...
Herbal remady for severe gastric bloating12/28/2008
  Q: What would you recommend for severe gastric bloating. My father has been suffering with this for ...
  A: I would put him on his blood type diet. You can get the book "Eat Right for Your Blood Type" as ...
My dad.12/26/2008
  Q: My father is having seizures. He just started having them in the past year. First time ever, anyway ...
  A: Did anything happen around the time of the seizures to possibly start them? Hitting his head? ...
Dry Eyes12/25/2008
  Q: I had chronic dry eyes. I went to the eye doctor he prescribed Restasis eye drops to produce tears. ...
  A: Vitamin A&D can be beneficial here as well. I would not go to the store to get it as these are ...
HELP12/24/2008
  Q: Is there any herbs or supplements that I can take at home for bacteria vaginosis that I can get over ...
  A: If it were me, I would do Silver Shild on an small tampon internally for about 30 minutes a day ...
Irregular timing.12/16/2008
  Q: MY bowels are becoming irregular since a few months. Stool is slightly whitish, the yellow color is ...
  A: As a rule of thumb PALE OR CLAY-COLORED - Minimal amounts of bile are being excreted, perhaps ...
Mona Vie juice drink12/9/2008
  Q: a lot of news today about the benefits of the acai berry and Mona-Vie a juice drink with 19 fruits ...
  A: Brunswick Lab's, a private lab, shows Mon-vi to be the lowest on the ORAC (Antioxidant) scale of the ...
Serotonin boosting - 5htp, St John's Wort, and stomach upset11/26/2008
  Q: Before I get into my long explanation - my basic question is by what mechanism do these supplements ...
  A: Usually supplements upset the stomach for one of two reasons. 1. Taking them on an empty stomach 2. ...
Heart Skips a Beat and Herb Use11/25/2008
  Q: Ms. Wells, I was hoping to write to you and get a second opinion. About 4-5 weeks ago, I decided to ...
  A: First most MD's do not believe cholesteol can be to low so you won't see it out of range from a MD. ...
eczema - candida11/24/2008
  Q: My name is Janine, I am a 49 year old female, have developed eczema and numerous food allergies in ...
  A: Food allergies are most often liver issues. I would work with the liver. Many MD's don't check for ...
Heart Skips a Beat and Herb Use11/24/2008
  Q: Ms. Wells, I was hoping to write to you and get a second opinion. About 4-5 weeks ago, I decided to ...
  A: Unfortunatly the blood work does not help me as I don't have your ranges of the blood work and I ...
Hyaluronic acid11/20/2008
  Q: Tonya I take a lot of different supplements,probably too many,as I am actually a normal healthy 50 ...
  A: Your above information is one of the best reasons to find a herbalist you can work with who knows ...
oral lichen planus10/21/2008
  Q: i have had oral lichen planus for 1 year now and have been using an steroid mouthwash. it does not ...
  A: Mineral Chi and Proactazyme are specific to aid in autoimmune issues so this would be a good place ...
oral lichen planus10/16/2008
  Q: i have had oral lichen planus for 1 year now and have been using an steroid mouthwash. it does not ...
  A: Here are some things you might try. Alkalize the body. Minerals - Like Mineral Chi Tonic Probioics ...
spider veins10/14/2008
  Q: I have a few light spider veins that developed when I was pregnant. My question is, is there any ...
  A: I offer a formula called Varigone. Many of my clients tell me they have seen great improvement with ...
H-Pylori10/7/2008
  Q: Good morning. My 70 year old mother was just diagnosed with H-Pylori. She has always been in good ...
  A: I have a formual which many have used very successfully with H- Pylori. Many get quick relief but it ...
candida10/4/2008
  Q: I have a candida problem. For the past 7 years I've been to doctors and they found nothing, in march ...
  A: Sorry, I meant health issues, left a few letters off. That is what I get for doing this late at ...
Dysmenorrhea10/4/2008
  Q: Is there any way to help relive menstrual cramps you know of? Or prevent them. Sometimes I wake up ...
  A: Yes, there are several herbals you can try. Often this can be a mineral issues so long term ...
coconut oil9/22/2008
  Q: Tonya Have you heard of this? It is supposed to help boost your metabolism and improve your skin and ...
  A: So sorry it has taken me so long to answer this question. I was about to and my computer shut down ...
Shaky hands9/17/2008
  Q: At 45 years young, no I don't think I have the first signs or Parkinsons. I'm fairly healthy with ...
  A: I would begin with strengthening the nervous system. There are three basic nutrients you want to ...
depression & anxiety9/5/2008
  Q: i have depression & anxiety or so I have been told by my doctor. I have tried several medicines and ...
  A: I would need to know what your symptoms are that make you beleive you have anxiety or depression. ...
Heart Failure8/31/2008
  Q: TW: I am a 68 year old male in good physical cond. I drive cars 3 days a week for an Auto auction. ...
  A: Hawthorn is know as the herb for the heart. If it were me I would use a combination I carry clled ...
Oil of Oregano8/29/2008
  Q: I had a tooth extracted 10 days ago and the oral surgeon gave me a prescription for a mouth wash ...
  A: Oregano oil is very strong and if it is pure oil I would be very careful about injesting very much ...
best supplements8/12/2008
  Q: Tonya I am a guy in his fifities,overall good health.I try to eat healthy,exercise,and take multi ...
  A: All of these can be beneficial for the right person. Without doing a complete health history it ...
Use of herbs/supplements8/12/2008
  Q: I am trying to determine if mixing certain herbs and supplements could cause any problems. I ...
  A: First let me say I would never purchase my nutrients at GNC due to the low quality of product. I ...
Vitex8/4/2008
  Q: Is it possible that Vitex can make your cycles worse? I have been on it for 6.5 months and my ...
  A: This will be the third time I have sent this answer and pressed send but for some reason it is not ...
stage 4 cancer8/4/2008
  Q: a family member has recently been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. It was found in various areas of ...
  A: This is not an easy question to answer as the cancer is stage four. I never give up hope but if ...
premature heartbeat7/30/2008
  Q: Up until about 1.5 yrs ago I was on Atenolol for a premature heartbeat. Since then, I have been ...
  A: Beta receptors are found in the heart and cardiovascular system. Blocking these beta sites causes a ...
bleeding7/25/2008
  Q: My daughter has has continual bleeding since her periods began, about 2 years now. She'll get a week ...
  A: I have had the herb, yarrow help with this on many occasions. If that does not work Red Raspberry ...
Omega 3 supplement7/25/2008
  Q: Wells, I am shopping around for a "good" brand of Omega 3. There is soooo much information out ...
  A: First let me say that I would never us an over the counter multi vitamn. It is often synthetic and ...
herbs?7/25/2008
  Q: i have adrenal problems and my herbalist gave me raw adrenal from this company at this link ...
  A: I am familar with many companies but have not heard of this one. The adrenal formual I love and ...
Alternative Health Career7/19/2008
  Q: I've been considering a drastic change in career(I'm 35) and am looking into switching to the ...
  A: It is very important to find a mentor to help you as working with an individual client is much ...
yeast infection or die-off effect?7/10/2008
  Q: I recently had the stomach flu and was taking grapefruit seed extract 3x a day to help overcome it. ...
  A: Blood work would tell us if there is any infection going on in the body. You did not list your ...
yeast infection or die-off effect?7/10/2008
  Q: I recently had the stomach flu and was taking grapefruit seed extract 3x a day to help overcome it. ...
  A: It is my understanding that Diflucan pushes the yeast back into the cells which gives releif from ...
female pattern hair loss7/7/2008
  Q: I recently went to a dermatologist and I was told that I am experiencing female pattern hairloss. I ...
  A: Unfortunatly just because they say your blood work is in range does not mean it is fine. Did they ...
female pattern hair loss7/6/2008
  Q: I recently went to a dermatologist and I was told that I am experiencing female pattern hairloss. I ...
  A: As part of what I do I analyize blood work and even though blood work can be in range it does not ...
Alternative Medicine6/29/2008
  Q: I know that normally, you would be expecting a question about a specific situation or problem. Mine ...
  A: It is very important to find a mentor to help you as working with an individual client is much ...
hair falling out and nail ridges6/10/2008
  Q: Wells, My hair during the past year or so has been falling out and has been getting extremely fine ...
  A: Be sure to have SGOT and SGPT tested as well. If they are 19 or lower you will want to decongest the ...
hair falling out and nail ridges6/9/2008
  Q: Wells, My hair during the past year or so has been falling out and has been getting extremely fine ...
  A: Red blood can mean hemorrhoids but I always suggest checking with the doctor if there is unexplained ...
hair falling out and nail ridges6/9/2008
  Q: Wells, My hair during the past year or so has been falling out and has been getting extremely fine ...
  A: Concerning the hair, I don't have your bloodwork to look at but I would look at supporting the ...
Vitamin B1 ?6/8/2008
  Q: Tonya Can you look at this? http://www.iherb.com/ProductDetails.aspx?c=1&pid=403&at=1 I cam across ...
  A: B vitamins are always good for anyone but taking a B vitamin by itself like B1 is never good as ...
Lipomas6/6/2008
  Q: I am 25 Years married male from USA. I have lipomas on all over my body, they are quite small yet ...
  A: As I am not a doctor I can not tell if if they can be treated but as an herbalist I would personally ...
colitus6/4/2008
  Q: I am a 16 year old boy that has ulcerative colitus. i am bleeding alot and I was wondering if you ...
  A: I have a seen many reverse the symptoms of this. If it were me I would give the colon a rest. Eat ...
Weight Loss4/9/2008
  Q: I have been on Weight Watchers for some time now and am currently having a lot of problems with my ...
  A: I would be sure I was doing some streaches every day to help the back. Back issues can often relate ...
2 questions3/27/2008
  Q: I have two questions. FirstAm I taking too many supplements? Currently, I take daily: Multivitamin ...
  A: First I would want to know your blood type as O and B blood types don't want to take a multi but ...
hormones3/21/2008
  Q: i have an elevated level of androstenedione.doctor has suggested taking dianette.do you know of ...
  A: I would work with someone locally to help this as this is not something you see very much. You did ...
menstruation3/20/2008
  Q: I'm 33 years old and have had 5 kids. The youngest is 23 months old. I've always been pretty ...
  A: You may want to check with your doctor as to if the illness can affect your cycle but I have seen ...
mental3/18/2008
  Q: Happy St Patrick's day. I am writing to find out if you could recommend an anti-hallucinogen and ...
  A: Are you wanting a prescription as I am an herbalist and suggest herbs and nutrition. If you are ...
6 year old daughter3/14/2008
  Q: I am very upset because my 6 year old daughter over the past 2 months has developed a problem when ...
  A: Did you get blood work done to make sure she does not have an infection? I would get her on ...
chlorella?3/2/2008
  Q: Tonja Do you know anything about this? If you believe what is on the web,it will cure everything and ...
  A: Chlorella is a powerful detoxification aid for heavy metals and other pesticides. It is probaby ...
6 year old daughter2/20/2008
  Q: My 6 year old daughter has been experiencing "leakage" after going to the bathroom. She will pee ...
  A: I would use the herb cornsilk and Bifidophius Flora Force. I would see if you can teach her keegle ...
lupus1/16/2008
  Q: I have had discoid lupus now for about 6 years. I was just diagnosed with this illness about a year ...
  A: I would work with Peter D'Adamo's blood type diet. Find out your blood type and work there. I would ...
oral lichen planus1/11/2008
  Q: Recently diagnosed and getting worse. 60 yr old f, 5'5", 130 lbs, generally eat well, yoga & ...
  A: Baking soda baths will help lower the body pH and Silver Shiled can help with fungal. If I knew more ...
major depression1/8/2008
  Q: my daughter is 18 and has been diagnosed with major depression. The conventional medicine is not ...
  A: As an herbalist here is what I would do if it were my daughter. I would use Chinese Mood Elevator ...
major depression1/8/2008
  Q: my daughter is 18 and has been diagnosed with major depression. The conventional medicine is not ...
  A: As an herbalist here is what I would do if it were my daughter. I would use Chinese Mood Elevator ...
ALS, aka Lou Gehrig's disease12/15/2007
  Q: Can you recommend some natural cures for the ALS disease. I was just diagnosed with it, and the ...
  A: ALS and MS seem to be quite simular so I would work with it much the same. However, he said that in ...
baking soda12/10/2007
  Q: How bad is baking soda to your health if you drink it with water and or apple cider vinegar for ...
  A: Baking soda alkalizes the stomach and vinegar acidify. They are completely opposite. These are ...
raw thyroid glandular supplement8/25/2007
  Q: Although my tests come back OK,I am convinced I am borderline hypothyroid. I have most of the ...
  A: I work with this issue all the time. Most doctors only test for TSH, which is more testing for the ...
Sexual Stimulation/Urological Issues8/3/2007
  Q: I am a 19 year old male. I have been having sexual issues for about 9 months now. About a year ...
  A: I would encourage you to find someone in your area to work personally with. Without blood work it ...
about kidney disease and high blood pressure.7/18/2007
  Q: I was wondering if you had herbs or something that could normalize severe high blood pressure, and ...
  A: It is always suggested to work with a physician when dealing with high blood pressure as that is ...
Kidney stones and vitamin/mineral supplement7/10/2007
  Q: My husband has recurring kidney stones (calcium), I asked his urologist if there was medication that ...
  A: These herbs historically have been know to help with kidney stones. Hydrangea to break them down. ...
Gallblader polyp6/21/2007
  Q: I was found a 0.42 cm gallbladder polyp. Is it possible, using alternative medicine, to reduce its ...
  A: As I am not a doctor I can't recomend or not recomend I can only give information. These are not ...
Benign Esential Tremors6/14/2007
  Q: I am in the process of being dignoised. with Benign Essential Tremors which effect my arms, hands ...
  A: I would work with herbs like Wood Bentony, Nervous Fatigue Formula and nutrients like Cellular ...
Juice Plus (Juice+)4/25/2007
  Q: I don't know if I am in the right place to ask this question, but here goes... My wife's friend is ...
  A: Althought I don't use or carry this product, it is a good product. But it is what it is, fruits and ...
7-Keto DHEA4/10/2007
  Q: Despite watching what I eat and running,I cant lose weight. Tried every supplement available except ...
  A: 7-Keto is a weight loss supplement that works with the liver. It helps with the conversion of T4 to ...
intestinal gas,bloating, stomach rumbling, constipation3/27/2007
  Q: I'm fed up with my gastroenterologist telling me to take antibiotics for the above problem, yet I ...
  A: I would put the probioitcs in the enema. Most products like carbo-veg can't be taken with enzymes as ...
Dry skin and hair3/25/2007
  Q: What can I do to regain healthy, shiny hair? Is that possible at my age which is 63? My skin is ...
  A: I would suggest adding lots of good fats to your diet like nuts, olive oil, fish - only if it was ...
take supplements before bed?3/21/2007
  Q: Tonya I have been struggling with a 'weak' digestive system,as well as a slow metabolism,for many ...
  A: I would work with digestive enzymes. Proactazyme 2-3 before each meal is the best choice. For slow ...
alopecia areata3/12/2007
  Q: I have a friend who suffers from alopecia areata. is there any cure or treatment that's really ...
  A: I would start by doing a high fiber colon cleanse like CleanStart. I would also see if candida is an ...
loose skin2/27/2007
  Q: Tonya I am 48. Finally starting to lose some fat,but now my skin is loose and saggy. I do daily ...
  A: I would suggest Callanetics as exericse (not sure of spelling on this but it has been around for ...
hair loss2/25/2007
  Q: I am a female. I am nearly bald in the top of my head. I am pretty healthy and little anemic. I ...
  A: Have you had a thyroid panel done? It would be good to do a complete thyroid/liver panel to see ...
malunggay2/25/2007
  Q: how and why does malunggay leaves cure wounds?does it have any side effect to the person using ...
  A: Sorry, Have no experience using malunggay leaves for wound healing. I use Thai Go, Natures Fresh, ...
Coral calcium & other meds12/31/2006
  Q: My husband takes coral calcium along with his blood pressure/cholesterol medicine. My question is ...
  A: Here is a little more information I found. Hope it helps. Calcium citrate and calcium carbonate ...
breast cancer12/16/2006
  Q: Do you have some alternative options for breast cancer? My mother has been diagnosed with a very ...
  A: First let me say I would encourage her to find a health care professional to work with as this is ...
Hormone Replacement Therapy12/12/2006
  Q: I have been on doctor prescribed HRT (premarin) for about 2 years and I desparately want to get off. ...
  A: It sounds as if you have a lot going on. I would being by building the liver to work with the ...
Acid Reflux12/11/2006
  Q: My wife has been suffering from acid reflux for about a year. She's had a number of tests come back ...
  A: I have not personally ever tried vinegar for this but if it works then I would use it. I would find ...
cell detox12/3/2006
  Q: Tonya, I saw on one of your answers to another questions you had recommended a detox with All Cells ...
  A: All cells detox detoxes at the cellular level. It is always good to do fiber and probioitcs with any ...
Daily health drink11/17/2006
  Q: Would you please tell me if the following drink I'm drinking every morning is beneficial for me: ...
  A: You want Chromium bound to amino acids. It is called Chromium GTF. You can utilize it this way. I ...
colon bowel clense11/10/2006
  Q: i had gasterenteritis whilst in thailand in august of this year and was in hospital on a drip for 5 ...
  A: I suggest herbal forms of cleansing as colonics are forcing the body to do something the body should ...
Hep C and beta blockers11/9/2006
  Q: My mother has Hep C and severe cirrohsis of the liver. They are wanting her to take non selective ...
  A: Because your mother is on so many medications I would highly suggest working with someone in person ...
Vitex11/7/2006
  Q: My husband and I have been trying to conceive for about a year now.I took the depo shot one time in ...
  A: As a rule of thumb, the bottle has the suggested maintance dosage for a supplement but if you are ...
liver parasites?11/7/2006
  Q: Tonya Deciding that 'renewing' my liver might help with a stubborn weight loss problem,I quit ...
  A: Unfortunatly that would be diagnosing and I am not able to tell you if I believe you have parasites ...
hormonal imbalance11/5/2006
  Q: I'm lorelyn, 26 years old, female. i had my first menstruation at age 12 in the year 1992. Since ...
  A: I would really encourage you to find someone to work one on one with to help balance your body. You ...
Sinus Drainage in my children11/3/2006
  Q: Heeelllppppp. I have three children which are 4, 2, and 8 months. My two year old daughter has had ...
  A: The first thing anyone would want to look at when working with allergies is to see if the colon is ...
UTI Infection10/28/2006
  Q: I tried to get on your web site but I couldn't bring it up.I even copy and paste.I want to look at ...
  A: You are correct it is not working. I will call the company and see what is going on. The link ...
UTI Infection10/27/2006
  Q: Tonya I had a uti infection and I was put on 10 days of antibitoic and they didn't seem to help so I ...
  A: Much of the time an antibotic will wipe out your good flora promoting a yeast infection. If it were ...
height increasing methods at home9/29/2006
  Q: i cannot understand mineral chi and where would it be sold or this mineral is present in some ...
  A: Sorry about any confusion. It was very late when I responded. Mineral Chi tonic and a mineral ...
height increasing methods at home9/28/2006
  Q: i am 19yrs old but my height remains at 4.9 and i am doing my graduation as my friends make pranks ...
  A: One thing that I have seen help some is an herbal supplement to help the pituitary called ...
varicose veins9/19/2006
  Q: is there a supplement to relieve pain in veinsbehind right knee
  A: I would suggest Varigone Butchers Broom C - citrus bioflavoinds and a colon cleanse like CleanStart ...
herbs to unblock liver9/18/2006
  Q: I am a 43 year old male, and I believe I have something wrong with my liver, like it's clogged or ...
  A: You seem to have a lot going on. Without blood work it I would be challenged to know where to start, ...
Arthritis9/13/2006
  Q: I have a question about a treatment. I would like to treat a horse that has artritis. I use a feed ...
  A: Even though horses are larger animals you don't need much more than for humans. So I would go with ...
Fertility while breastfeeding8/27/2006
  Q: I am 21 years-old and have a 14-month-old son. He is no longer breastfeeding exclusively, but still ...
  A: It would be best to work with a health care professioanl to get to the root issue. There can be so ...
Liver8/13/2006
  Q: Tonya I am 48,have always been a fairly hard drinker.I am quite active and dont eat much,but cant ...
  A: You would want to build your liver to help in the repair process. Only a doctor can tell you if you ...
hypertension- and imergency control8/13/2006
  Q: pl inform herb/food for hypertension..also guide in sudden rise which steps/food/herb useful
  A: When helping clients with HBP issues you will always want to adress the kindeys Working with Kidney ...
depression,fatigue, anti-social behavior8/1/2006
  Q: I am a 49 year old white female, 5'5", 220 lbs. Almost over menopause; still have hot flashes and ...
  A: With all of your health concerns I would suggest you work closly with an health consultant. I do ...
candida7/19/2006
  Q: I am a 26 year old white female 5'8" 135#. I run anywhere from 2-3 miles a day, some times every ...
  A: I would begin by working with your blood type and doing the blood type diet with no gluten in your ...
false unicorn root, pregnancy7/17/2006
  Q: I have been taking false unicorn root in the hopes of regulating my cycle (and to help me get ...
  A: I personally would not use False Unicorse to regulate a cycle. This often has to do more with ...
Eczema7/7/2006
  Q: If you could help me I would be forever grateful! I am a 29 year old female, currently 5'5'', 155 ...
  A: Most people are not tollerant of wheat, it is often the gluten in the wheat that is the irritant. I ...
premenstrual ovarian and facial cysts7/6/2006
  Q: I am 42 yrs old, 138 pounds, 5 feet- 4 inches tall. I want to get off oral birth control. I was put ...
  A: I would look at helping the body cleanse at the cellular level. All Cells Detox Protease on an empty ...
Diabetics7/6/2006
  Q: I am frequently going to the bathroom both night and day. Tell me please is this a sign of being a ...
  A: I am not able to diagnose disease. If you feel you have diabeties I would suggest going to the ...
pregnant and mumps7/5/2006
  Q: she hasnt got access to the internet as yet, she has a very painfull gland in het neck and a doctor ...
  A: I would do the following if I were pregnant with the mumps Lymphatic Dranage and IN-X to help with ...
Ear ache7/5/2006
  Q: How should oil of oregano be used to treat ear aches in adults?
  A: Is it in capsule form or in oil form? If it is capsuels follow the directions on the label. Not sure ...
Depression and anxiety7/5/2006
  Q: I am not nursing. I was told that St Johns root is good for depression and anxiety. What do you ...
  A: St. Johns tends to work if you are an A blood type but it is an means to the end and not and end in ...
Depression and anxiety7/5/2006
  Q: I have been going through depression and anxiety for since Feburary. I had a baby in January but no ...
  A: I am not certain if you are nursing. If so here is what I would suggest if you are nursing: Nervous ...
how to be healthier6/29/2006
  Q: i read bout the blood type diets and it sounds very interesting! however, please check this article ...
  A: The thing about health and nutrition is you can find nasayers for anything you suggest. It has been ...
Depression6/29/2006
  Q: I was wondering if there were any herbal remedies that have shown some success in treating mild ...
  A: If you are on an antidepressant I would suggest the following: Chinese Mood Elevator Probiotic 11 - ...
how to be healthier6/28/2006
  Q: I am actually an A blood type (A- i think...) So i am supposed to quit dairy products completely??? ...
  A: I would suggest going to the library and getting the book "Eat Right for Your Type" to learn which ...
how to be healthier6/27/2006
  Q: I need some advice about what I could do to be healthier/more energized, maybe what special ...
  A: Here are some basics where good nutrition are concerned: WHAT ARE THE ESSENTIAL BUILDING BLOCKS TO ...
Hair6/18/2006
  Q: What can make your hair grow faster? I know some are going to say nothing, or diet, or prenatal ...
  A: I generally have clients work with the liver. A liver cleanse like Tiao He is often beneficial. I ...
Vitex giving strange results: missed periods6/15/2006
  Q: The herb vitex is reputed to adjust levels of progesterone and estrogen, which one is dependent on ...
  A: You might try using wild yam and chanste tree (vitex)in combination. If that does not work try ...
tea5/8/2006
  Q: 1. how effective is the reuse of tea bags? 2. does reheating herbal tea is the microwave remove any ...
  A: 1. I would not suggest it. 2. Heating anything in the microwave changes the molecular scructure so ...
blepharitis5/4/2006
  Q: Blepharitis is an inflamation of the eyelid(s) that causes irritation, crusting, itching, and ...
  A: I would do high amounts of Essential Fatty Acids. Depending on your blood type would depend on what ...
Hypertension,diabetes,arthritis3/17/2006
  Q: I am 62 years non(smoker&drinker)man.No fish & chiken.My height is 5-4 inches & weight 134lbs.I have ...
  A: Diabeties and Hypertension are nothing to mess around with. I do offer complete biochemical blood ...
Trying to Lose Weight3/17/2006
  Q: Are you able to give me information on losing weight quickly and safely. I'm 5'6 and currently weigh ...
  A: Here are my top 20 weight loss tips. You can go to my web site at www.herbalhealthsolutions.4the.net ...
QT Syndrome3/17/2006
  Q: I have just been diagnosed with a heart condition called QTC. I've been told I should be put on a ...
  A: Beta receptors are found in the heart and cardiovascular system. Blocking these beta sites causes a ...
Exercise3/13/2006
  Q: Tonya I am male,46. You would think the pounds would be melting off as I am only consuming 100-1500 ...
  A: Here are my weight loss tips. In addition to these without seeing HOW you gain your weight in your ...
ongoing virus3/9/2006
  Q: I have been battling a virus/cold off and on for about a year. It goes away for a while and then ...
  A: I would look at working with an antiviral product called VS-C consistantly. I would also do Thai Go ...
Anti-worms herbs2/17/2006
  Q: I've had spectacular success in regaining health after recovering from CFS, anxiety and a host of ...
  A: I would suggest doing a parasite cleanse 2 x a year. Spring and fall are best. Start at a new moon ...
qustion about calms forte2/16/2006
  Q: . I have a lot of trouble sleeping, and I am tired of taking prescription sleep aids and want to try ...
  A: This product works with the parasympathic nervous system. It is relaxing you. This is a good ...
supplement use1/30/2006
  Q: I am an 42yr old, african amer. architectural draftsman residing in Los Angeles, I have no allergies ...
  A: I know of no interaction with these herbs. You will want to remember these are plants and not drugs ...
diabetic1/13/2006
  Q: to answer your questions. I have type 2 diabetes and I was looking for a more natural way to deal ...
  A: Here are my top herbs I find my clients do best on with Type II diabeties. * SugarReg® [927-1] - ...
diabetic1/8/2006
  Q: I am 26 yr old female from NJ and was diagnosed with diabetes in 2004. I am really trying my best ...
  A: Sorry, I have been out of town until today and neglected to put myself on vacation. Do you have ...
Melatonin12/29/2005
  Q: My wife and I will be travelling east from UK to New Zealand via Singapore and Sydney in mid ...
  A: I would not start it until at a night or two before leaving and always take it about 30 min to 1 ...
ulcerative colitis suggestions12/17/2005
  Q: I am a 36 year old female, 5'7", 195 lbs, who was diagnosed about three years ago with ulcerative ...
  A: I have seen amazing results when my clients do the following: Remove the irritants in the foods they ...
Help With Memory9/29/2005
  Q: Due to current circumstances (stress, meds,etc...) I am finding school SO difficult. I feel like my ...
  A: I would look at doing Focus Attention Flax Seed Oil Gabba and a colon cleanse with probiotics. If ...
Herbs for Acute Anxiety9/21/2005
  Q: I am looking for safer ways to reduce acute anxiety, besides traditional medicines and tranquilizers ...
  A: Sorry it has taken longer than usual to respond. I had to go out of town and was dealing with a ...
Energy9/4/2005
  Q: 50 year old male.No medical problems.Dont smoke/drink.Eat natural foods,very little meat.Find I am ...
  A: I would look at doing some basic nutrition. 1. Ultimate Green Zone - great for breakfast or ...
------------------------- Tonja...hi...8/29/2005
  Q: ------------------------- Tonja...hi and thank u! chinese remedies always make me a bit ...
  A: You may be able to order those off my web site. I don't know anything that works any better than ...
HI there!... thanks for...8/29/2005
  Q: ... thanks for your help in advance! Ive been very ill for the last 5 years, and as a result very ...
  A: What is your blood type? I would do Chinese Nervous Fatigue Formula - for the adrenal fatigue with ...
margarine & high cholesterol8/18/2005
  Q: My husband has slightly elevated cholesterol levels (the bad one) and has changed his diet, ...
  A: Margarine of any kind is NEVER good. It is plastic, a synthetic. It is always better to do butter, ...
l=trptophan6/4/2005
  Q: I've been taking l-tryptophan for among other things, depression, weight loss, ADD symptoms blah, ...
  A: Everyones body responds differently to supplements and L-tryptophan can be difficult to obtain. I ...
Intestinal Gas5/23/2005
  Q: I have a very embarrassing problem. A little over a year ago, I committed to eating healthier. ...
  A: Sorry it has taken a few days. I just got back in town. Sounds like you may not be breaking down ...
phytotherapy and animals5/20/2005
  Q: My name is Nathalie . I live in montreal. I cannot find a Vet that will treat my dog with ...
  A: These are all good. I would suggest adding Paw Paw. Not sure if you can find it out of the US but ...
Yohimbe5/9/2005
  Q: What do you know about women taking yohimbe for fat-burning? I have seen many articles about men ...
  A: I usually use it for male potency. It is not my first choice. I would suggest working with the ...
Betaine HCL supplements5/6/2005
  Q: Do you know what the following terminology mean in betaine products? What's the difference between ...
  A: These are just different types of Hydrochloric acids. One product may have been a better quality or ...
Detoxification of triclosan or triclocarban4/28/2005
  Q: For years I have been using anti-bacterial soaps. But recently I found out that the active ...
  A: I would suggest using a combination call EnviroDetox For the candida I would suggest using Caprylic ...
vitex4/26/2005
  Q: My menstrual cycle was very irregular, my cycles lasted 40 to 50 days, I'm not sure if I was even ...
  A: I would do evening primrose oil. I would also look at doing a product I use called Menstrual Reg. I ...
Holistic healing4/9/2005
  Q: I am truly interested in finding out about natural healing. I have a doctor who is a pill pusher. ...
  A: I am a Certified Natural Health Professional and do offer complete herbal health and nutritional ...
Colon cleansing3/18/2005
  Q: Tonja, I had emailed you a few weeks back about some intestinal problems I was having. You've ...
  A: I would do the following CLT-X Proactazyme Probiotic 11 And if you want something for the stress on ...
Colon cleansing2/23/2005
  Q: I forgot to add, I maybe will have one BM per week or I may be able to go more often, but it's hard, ...
  A: Sorry it has taken me a day. My computer is doing strange things. I have a couple of things I want ...
Colon cleansing2/23/2005
  Q: My blood type is O+... I'm pretty sure. What would be best, or how do I discerne which would be best ...
  A: Here is the other info I wanted to share with you. HOW MUCH WATER SHOULD I DRINK? It is suggested ...
Adult ADD2/11/2005
  Q: I'm a 44-yr-old, African-American female, and ADD has become increasingly problematic for me over ...
  A: I do offer complete herbal health and nutritional consults. I work with all these issues and see ...
Herbs1/17/2005
  Q: I have acid reflux,atrial fibralation,degenerative disc desease,high triglycerides.I am takeing ...
  A: Herbs heal the body and drugs cover up a symptom. Yes, there are herbs which can help to heal these ...
calcium deposit in bones1/17/2005
  Q: THIS IS RAJ SINGHAL.I AM 61 YEARS OLD MAN.I HAVE WEIGHT 135Lbs, Height 5-4 INCHES, NON SMOKERS, NON ...
  A: You may choose to do a complete health consults. For the calcium deposits I would suggest Hydragena ...
calcium deposit in bones1/10/2005
  Q: Hi Subject:--Calcium deposit in bones I am 61 years old man.I have very high blood ...
  A: If you have too much calicum then your calicums is out of solution. I would suggest an herbal ...
calcium deposit in bones1/10/2005
  Q: Hi Subject:--Calcium deposit in bones I am 61 years old man.I have very high blood ...
  A: If you have too much calicum then your calicums is out of solution. I would suggest an herbal ...
natural alternative1/9/2005
  Q: pl intimate natural alternative of sildenafil-viagra
  A: I would suggest working with your circulation. Do you have heart issues, circulatory issues, cold ...
Celiac1/3/2005
  Q: I am a 45 year old male.I have always been unable to lose weight,and got bloated up after eating. I ...
  A: I have seen people being helped with the following Proactazyem - an enzyme to be taken with meals. ...
Training to be a naturopathic doctor12/14/2004
  Q: Where does a person train to be a naturopathic doctor? Are there any distance ed. programs you know ...
  A: I offer an inexpensive training course 2 x a year for people who work with me. It is a wonderful ...
inflammtion in body12/12/2004
  Q: I have a lot of inflammation going on in my body but no diseases were ever found. Inflammed ...
  A: It sounds like your immune system is working overtime. I think it needs balanced and not boosted. ...
arthritis11/25/2004
  Q: Hi Please guide me,that I am over 61 years old man.I taking celebrex everyday for ...
  A: I would suggest the following Mineral Chi tonic - to balance pH Proactazyme with meals as most ...
throat problem11/24/2004
  Q: For more than a month now i have had trouble breathing, I find my self really gasping for air ...
  A: Although I am not a doctor and do not diagnose it does sound like GERD. I would look at doing the ...
pernicious anaemia11/4/2004
  Q: i have the above condition and get b12 injection every 12 weeks. unfortunately i had it a long time ...
  A: If your energy beginsto deteriorate at 3 then that is adrenal issues. I would look at using a formal ...
COLD AND SUPPLEMENTS10/21/2004
  Q: I was wandering as the months are here for colds what supplements and doses are good to take on a ...
  A: As a prevenative I suggest Thai-Go a super antioxidant drink with mangosteen. I also suggest a Green ...
sexual desire9/23/2004
  Q: is there any alternative therapies and natural supplements that lower your sexual desire? if so ...
  A: For a man I suggest the X-action formula for men and for women X-action for women. Women need help ...
Natural Progesterone Cream8/30/2004
  Q: I have read Dr. Lee's book "What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Premenopause". . . . .Are you ...
  A: I am sorry, I just received this e-mail and am not sure which is old and which is new. My husband ...
Natural Progesterone Cream8/28/2004
  Q: I have read Dr. Lee's book "What Your Doctor May Not Tell You About Premenopause". . . . .Are you ...
  A: Although progesteron cream will help you it is not the total answer. Without doing a complete ...

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