This short story is excerpted from Paulo Coelho’s book on short stories and reflections, Like the Flowing River. I think all of us who are on a Healing Journey can especially relate to the Second Quality – something to reflect back on when times get tough, or maybe you’re in a tough time right now. [...]

If the title of this blog post sounds confusing, just bear with me… Kiva is a micro-lending organization that I support. Micro-lending is a way that people in third world countries can borrow money (without getting scalped by crazy interest rates) for things like reeds to weave baskets, or a goat to start a goat [...]

Question: Hi. I tried to do the retention enema described in Listen to your Colon, and it was disastrous! This was a few weeks ago. I warmed the water to 90 degrees but could not get all the lumps out. I had called Natren and was told not to warm it more, and not to [...]

Well, believe it or not, we finally got around to setting up our own composting bin in our backyard. And I have to say, don’t wait for summer to do this as that’s when the flies are at their peak! It’s easier to start in colder weather so you can get the hang of it [...]

Annabel Fisher and I did a presentation together at the Canadian EFT Gathering a couple weeks ago – where I presented the theory behind combining more than one powerful healing tool together, for a synergistic effect that greatly maximizes the healing possible. Synergy is where 1+1 does not equal 2, it equals 5. So EFT [...]

I am just crazy for this new pre-soaked, sprouted bean/lentil product. Of course, it’s organic, but it’s also available for a great price at Costco! It’s the TruRoots Organic Sprouted Bean Trio and it contains mung beans, green lentils and adzuki beans. Most of us know we should be eating beans and lentils once our [...]

On page 55 of my book about natural healing for digestive diseases, Listen To Your Gut, I give clear directions that you must not use any other supplements on the LTYG program UNTIL you have given the protocols a chance to work and your condition has stabilized. THEN you can go ahead and test other [...]

Statistics show that over 40% of Americans are deficient in magnesium. You can’t test for magnesium deficiency using a blood test since only 1 percent of the body’s magnesium is found in the bloodstream. So you have to let your symptoms be your guide.  My friend Dr. Carolyn Dean MD ND has devoted a large [...]

Do you remember the teleseminar I did with hormone expert Dr. Wendy Ellis (from Dr. Jonathan V. Wright’s clinic in Washington) on Hormone Balance For Chronic Illness? Well, I’ve brought her back for another really timely topic faced by many: How do you keep your hormones balanced after age 35? Many men and women face [...]

Before we get into how to treat/heal scar tissue, it’s best if you have a really good understanding of what scar tissue is composed of, the different forms it can take in the body, and how it behaves. In the video below, I ask Mary Cox (physiotherapist) these questions and she gives us a fascinating, [...]

Now that I have my very own microwave (RF) radiation testing meter (it also tests magnetic and electrical activity), I can actually do my own testing on the various devices in my and my neighbour’s houses. I got an email from a reader asking me: I have a question regarding laptops. Does keeping a laptop [...]

Every so often I receive emails from readers that either move my heart, or contain good ideas. This one does both: Hi Jini, I have noticed a real difference in the way I feel taking 2 Absorb Plus shakes a day for my diverticulitis.  Before your shakes, I was very weak walking with a cane [...]

I’ve never used a lot of styling aids with my hair – especially since I’ve been firmly in kid-land for the last decade. But now, my kids are getting older and wanting to try out different hair styles. I’m getting out there more and hooking up with old friends and the old hair-in-a-clip or loose [...]

If you’re into the raw food movement, you may have heard about a product called Adya Clarity. The people who are selling (and re-selling) this product are making some pretty amazing claims. And perhaps, like me, you’re wondering how much is hype and how much is genuine? Here’s the story behind Adya Clarity and other [...]

Question: Dr. Mercola recommends avoiding Vitamin A, yet I notice you have Vitamin A in Absorb Plus – why is this? Answer: To quote from Dr. Mercola’s article on this topic: “Let’s clarify one thing: It’s the retinoic acid (retinol) form of vitamin A that is problematic. Not beta carotene. Beta carotene is not a [...]

I’ve just greatly expanded our Herbal Tea section at the Shoppe to include a number of my favorites – here’s what I’ve added and why I like each of them, or how I use them: Smooth Move Chocolate Senna Tea (Laxative) Oh lord, this tea has saved my life on numerous occasions – until I [...]

Natural treatments for muscle, tendon and ligament pain do not involve masking the pain so you can carry on with your day as usual. As renowned chiropractor Dr. Ben Kim says: “Acetaminophen primarily decreases registration of pain in your brain. It doesn’t decrease inflammation outside of your central nervous system (brain and spinal cord). So [...]

MucosaHeal provides excellent demulcent and mucilage activity for the mucosal lining of the small and large intestine. It is a 100% natural, herbal preparation that is ideal for people with Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis, Diverticulitis and Irritable Bowel Syndrome. If you suffer from any of the following symptoms, then you may benefit from using MucosaHeal: Inflammation [...]

Since many people with IBD and IBS suffer from internal or external hemorrhoids, finding an effective healing remedy for hemorrhoids has been at the top of my list – especially since I too developed internal hemorrhoids after the birth of my daughter! Those of you who have my Listen To Your Gut book know that [...]

The natural botanical ingredients in MucosaHeal are known to*: Help maintain healthy absorption and digestion of food by helping repair the mucosal lining of the digestive tract Help modulate your immune system and provide anti-tumor properties Help restore the mucosal lining of your intestine, which lubricates and protects your digestive tract Help reduce muscle spasms [...]

Absorb Plus was formulated by Jini Patel Thompson, the author of LISTEN TO YOUR GUT: Natural Healing & Dealing With Inflammatory Bowel Disease & Irritable Bowel Syndrome. After a bout of severe intestinal haemorrhaging, Jini’s weight dropped to 99 pounds (she’s 5’7″) and her albumin levels showed she was severely malnourished. After receiving a blood [...]

FissureHeal helps heal anal and rectal fissures Soothe and protect sore and wounded anal/rectal tissue Help heal and soothe rectal fistulas (tears that penetrate right through the rectal canal) when used long-term and combined with an elemental or liquid diet Soothe and help heal hemorrhoids Lubricate and moisturize the rectum for easier stool passage and [...]

As Absorb Plus is a completely elemental (pre-digested) product, it can be used as part of an exclusively elemental diet. Elemental diets are used to stop intestinal bleeding, induce disease remission and heal the Gastro-Intestinal (GI) tract. For more information on following a strictly elemental diet, see Jini Patel Thompson’s book, THE IBD REMISSION DIET [...]

Absorb Plus is a delicious tasting, dietary supplement shake comprised of the highest quality, natural, elemental (pre-digested) ingredients. Since 2002, Absorb Plus elemental nutrient shake has helped thousands of people worldwide regain their health. People with Crohn’s, Ulcerative Colitis, Diverticulitis, Colon Cancer, or Irritable Bowel Syndrome. People who have trouble chewing, swallowing, digesting or absorbing [...]

We have a customer whose colon had been removed, plus he had short bowel syndrome (where a lot of the small intestine has been removed). Needless to say, getting enough nutrients is a challenge for him. He has used Absorb Plus regularly and ongoing for about 3-4 years now. However, what he found helped was [...]

Many of our customers use Absorb Plus to recover from intestinal bleeding. And iron can trigger or exacerbate intestinal bleeding. This is why it has been left out of the formula and people can then supplement as needed. Also, depending on the person’s size, they will consume anywhere from 3 to 10 shakes per day. [...]

The Mixed Berry flavor is colored with a natural pink coloring that may be seen in the stool if you’re drinking a lot of it or if you’re using it as part of an elemental diet. When you’re on an elemental diet, your stool is very minimal and only liquid, therefore the natural color passes [...]

Question: Is it absolutely necessary to take MucosaHeal on an empty stomach? Answer: Yes, it is. The herbal ingredients in MucosaHeal have to go straight to the intestinal lining, uninterrupted by the digestive process in order to be really effective. You can, however, combine MucosaHeal with other herbs or supplements designed to be taken on [...]

Easy & gentle on your stomach and digestive system – Absorb Plus contains natural, elemental (pre-digested) ingredients, which are easily tolerated by even the most sensitive stomach and intestinal tract. This helps minimize the pain and discomfort commonly associated with digestion. Maintain or gain solid weight (not fat) – Absorb Plus contains the right amounts [...]

“Pre-digested” means that the nutrients have been broken down into components that are much easier for your body to digest and absorb. The process of digestion involves breaking down food into nutrients that can be absorbed into the bloodstream. Hence the digestion of carbohydrates in the stomach takes about 1.5 hours, and protein takes about [...]

Children are usually more susceptible to nosebleeds than adults. I’m not referring to a nosebleed caused by a sharp blow to the nose – we all know why those occur. I’m talking about nosebleeds that occur when you have not sustained any injury to your nose, or perhaps only a light blow or jostling. Or [...]

Unfortunately, we can’t tell you the osmolarity rating of Absorb Plus as we have not had it analyzed for that. However, we can tell you that maltodextrin (a major component of Absorb Plus) tends to absorb a lot of water so we expect the osmolarity rating of Absorb Plus would be high. Hence we advise [...]

I don’t care whether you buy them from JPT Holistic Health Shoppe, or not, but you simply must try these moisturizing body lotions from AUBREY ORGANICS. I have stocked 3 different lotions for you (all of which I love – but my favourite is the Collagen & Almond), made of entirely natural, organic ingredients (the [...]

The majority of people with a milk allergy are allergic to either lactose, or a dominant milk protein called casein. Cow’s milk is composed of 80% casein and 20% whey. Absorb Plus is 99.8% lactose free and does not contain any casein. The protein component of Absorb Plus is a natural, cold-extracted whey protein isolate [...]

Absorb Plus tastes better, mixes better, absorbs faster, is better tolerated, is natural, and is not just fat & sugar! Most elemental weight gain/maintenance products are available only in hospitals, pharmacies, or on prescription from your doctor. They are composed predominantly of fat (oil) and sugar. Unfortunately, the weight that is gained from these products [...]

Yes, FissureHeal is. And it’s ultra-thin diameter means easy and comfortable insertion for even the smallest child – just break off at the desired length. However, do not use for more than 3 months uninterrupted. If you wish to use for longer than 3 months, then take a break of 4 weeks before resuming use. [...]

Legally, because of the controversy over comfrey, we have to state on our label that FissureHeal is not for use by pregnant or breastfeeding women, and that’s our official answer. However, please keep in mind that as the comfrey is in the rectum only, it does not go through the digestive system. Also, I can [...]

We have not had any reports of people’s blood pressure increasing from ingesting Absorb Plus. But if you’re concerned about it, the best thing would be to check with your doctor – since everyone’s condition is different. The sodium level in Absorb Plus is set to provide a balanced profile of electrolytes – since many [...]

Friends of mine with three kids just put their house on the market. They are feeling the crunch financially and selling their house to downsize to a townhouse feels like the best option to them. My friend said, “I realize now (I believe it was God opening our eyes) that this really is our sideline [...]

It’s enough to make you crazy – as if we don’t have enough to worry about with GMO foods, pesticides, pollution, factory farming, industrial waste dumping and WiFi radiation – now we have to deal with nuclear radiation as well! Because, of course, we live in a global community where winds and oceans don’t just [...]

Since Joe Mercola has gone on a whey isolate-bashing drive (part of his materials promoting his whey protein concentrate line of products) I have been inundated with emails from my readers. This is understandable since I have always encouraged my readers to sign up for Mercola’s newsletter as he is an excellent source of information [...]

QUESTION: Please Help. About 2 months ago my colon constricted and tightened up and I couldn’t have a bowel movement.  I have a home colonic kit and would do one everyday to get the waste out.  This is the only way I could. I was on antibiotics for 12 years that destroyed my gut flora.  From [...]

I have added a new line of awesome hair and skin products to LTYG Holistic Health Shoppe! Our old line (Avalon Organics) was bought out by Hain, and as often happens, the ingredient list started to downgrade. So I’ve been looking and testing (lucky me I have 5 guinea pigs in my family to test [...]

Ideally, you should get your digestive enzymes from your food (raw foods, fermented foods, homemade yoghurt, etc) and from your body’s own production. However, for those times when you just cannot get enough natural enzymes, or you need some additional support as your own body’s production is not up to par, I have found these [...]

If you have a loved one who wants to stick with medical treatment for Cancer, then here is a really good natural therapy that can be done at the same time, which increases the efficacy of the medical treatments AND decreases their nasty side-effects: (OMNS Apr 14, 2011) Scientists have long studied the effects of [...]

Question: Can I add Natren probiotic powders to my Absorb Plus shakes, or should I mix the probiotics only with water? Answer: We contacted Natasha Trenev, the founder/owner of Natren probiotics and asked her this question. She replied that yes, you can mix Natren probiotic powders with Absorb Plus, but you must follow these directions: [...]

Shower filters protect your health by removing chlorine and other harmful elements from your shower water. These chemicals are more toxic in your shower than in your drinking water. Here’s why: Chlorine is re-vaporized in the shower, inhaled into the lungs, and transferred directly into the bloodstream. In fact, the chlorine exposure from one shower [...]

Jini has written four books about natural health and different issues with the GI tract but I am often asked about the differences between them. Below I have listed each book with a brief description in order to help differentiate each book’s purpose. You can click the name of each book if you would like [...]

If you have Jini’s books and are looking for more of her content, look no further! Jini spends a lot of her time blogging and making YouTube videos in order to share her thoughts and experiences with as many people as possible. Below is a list of places where you can find out more about [...]

The most common question we receive about Wild Oregano Oil is whether or not you can use it along with probiotics and the answer is yes. However, you’ll want to make sure there are at least 2 hours between taking the wild oregano oil and the probiotics. I have compiled some links below to information [...]