2023 UPDATE: My family and I have now been completely free of tooth decay for 8 years and counting! In 2015, I had 3 places in my mouth with active tooth decay - keep in mind, this was after a lifetime of poor dental health, poor dental care (my childhood dentist had his license taken [...]
A self-administered colonic massage can really help if you’re experiencing constipation, blockages in thickened areas of your colon, or blockages in diverticulae (hollow pouches that occur when the inner intestinal lining has pushed through weakened areas of the colon wall), where food is getting stuck and causing a lot of pain. To treat diverticulitis blockages, [...]
You may numb your feelings to protect yourself, but in actuality you're just driving your pain deeper into your physical body. EFT expert Annabel Fisher interviews me (Jini Patel Thompson) on her radio show, and we discuss how moving out of numbing and into courageous vulnerability is the beginning of root-level healing for both your [...]
I created this video just for you - my readers - something powerful, but not too long! Join me as I lead you in a Guided Healing Meditation with my herd of medicine horses. Let the sounds of horses hooves, munching hay, birds singing... sink you deeper into connection with Chi/Ki/Prana/God. Meditating is a way [...]
For years I have raved about the positive effects of very ripe bananas when suffering from digestive upset - the riper the better! When bananas are black (by ‘black’ I mean normal, yellow-skinned bananas that have been left on the counter to ripen until their skin turns black) they are naturally pre-digested, absorption is enhanced, [...]
Back when I had Crohn's Disease (a few decades ago) one of my most prevalent symptoms was diarrhea. I had loose, multiple bowel movements for years - it was one of my last symptoms to heal. So imagine my surprise when I turned 40 and experienced constipation for the first time ever. Which was further [...]
Join me in a guided meditation, where you connect with your favorite tree - real or imagined. Perhaps it is one from a memory, like a trip you took to the California redwoods? Or maybe it's a tree you grew up with in the backyard of your childhood home? I'm sure it's not hard to [...]
If you've read my older post on the benefits of homemade broth, you already know I always suggest drinking meat and veggie broths - both for everyday health and in between the Absorb Plus shakes (if you are on an elemental diet). Not only are there TONS of health benefits to making and consuming homemade [...]
I just had to post this account from Jay Baluk (a.k.a. The Gut Ninja, and formerly known as CROHNSBOY) who tried Jini's Probiotic Retention Enema. I love Jay because he's SO candid and honest and blunt, and the photo on his post alone is so funny I just had to point you to it! But, WARNING: [...]
Vulnerability - the ability to be vulnerable; open, raw, honest, authentic... this is a concept my life's journey (and Healing Journey) has led me to explore for a long time now (actually, does it ever end?). But what does vulnerability have to do with healing from a physical illness? If you have any of my [...]
Home Remedies for Lung Infection If you suspect you've been exposed to a viral or bacterial infection that targets the lungs then there are two things you can do immediately to flush the pathogen and prevent becoming infected: Flush your sinuses using a Neti pot, and/or inhale Eucalyptus essential oil in a steam tent. However, [...]
Inhaled Glutathione & Hydrogen Peroxide for Lung Inflammation, Pneumonia, Emphysema, Infection You may have heard about glutathione's beneficial effect on the immune system, but did you know that you can inhale it directly into your lungs and receive it's beneficial healing action? Likewise, you can use food-grade hydrogen peroxide to directly affect healing of lung [...]
With all the craziness going on in the world surrounding the Coronavirus, it is easy to get caught up in the fears being perpetuated by mass hysteria. You've read or heard about people over-buying toilet paper, paper towels, wipes, and hand sanitizer in bulk, and it is becoming more common that stores are running out [...]
I am SO happy to be able to provide this for all of you who are worried, fearful, anxious and stressed about COVID-19 (or any other infection) and the ensuing reaction by governments worldwide. What we CAN do, right now, is move out of a place of fear and stress, and into the space of [...]
When the swine flu pandemic first broke out, back in 2009, I had received emails from both readers and family/friends who were worried about contracting it. Now with new flu bugs every season, you might want to have some self-treatment, natural tools in your toolkit. So, I'm going to share with you what I do, that [...]
We often receive this question from our readers: Should I add oil to my Absorb Plus shakes? What exactly are the benefits? Will it still be considered elemental? Cold-pressed oils are all compatible with the elemental diet, but look for one that is high in omega-3‘s for the anti-inflammatory effect. Most of the fat we [...]
Whether you suffer from Fibromyalgia, you pushed it too hard at the gym, injured yourself, or you've run down your immune system and the latest virus has left you feeling weak and sore, there are a number of natural remedies you can use to relieve your muscle pain or soreness. Here are the most effective [...]
Activated charcoal tablets This remedy is not just applicable for Crohn's, please read on for my comments on how this applies to colitis and IBS as well, at the end of the article. I'll also give you the protocols I prefer to use and we'll talk a bit about using Bentonite Clay as [...]
I have been on a Love and Lemons kick recently - which is easy to do when they have so many GREAT recipes. I've also been on a soup kick, if you haven't noticed - but hey, soup is comforting and warm for these cold days, and I just love a good, non-dairy recipe that [...]
I can hardly believe this... but after banging on about the inability to sterilize colonoscopes for the last decade; educating people on the risks and what you can do before and after to minimize the risks, I just found out there is now FINALLY a single-use, disposable, robotic colonoscope available and currently being used in [...]
As you may already know, I formulate the Absorb Plus elemental shakes for Imix Nutrition. And those of you who've been with me for a while, know that I periodically upgrade the formula as better ingredients become available, or new research is released. Well, I have recently made some upgrades to the vegan formula (which [...]
Jini's Tips for Pregnant Moms As the mother of 3 healthy kidlets - combined with all my gut knowledge - I often get friends or family members who have become pregnant emailing me to ask for any advice or tips I might have. So, I created this blog post with all of my tips in [...]
I knew that silica was important to promote healthy bones and teeth, as research shows that tiny silica particles could be used to repair damaged teeth and reduce sensitivity. But until I did more research I did not realize it also helps heal wounds and build connective tissue, supports cardiovascular health and revitalizes skin, hair [...]
A major benefit of QuikPlus Bone Matrix is that is uses atom-sized minerals which are the most ideal size and form for absorption - because they do not require digestion. They can be absorbed simply by holding in your mouth, as they are absorbed through the mucosal tissue. Instead of regular powdered minerals - of which [...]
These atom-sized minerals are the ideal size and form for absorption and do not even require digestion - they can be absorbed through the lining of the mouth, making them ideal for those with digestive issues. You may have read my blog post back in October announcing the nano-sized line of minerals I had been [...]
Many of you have already downloaded my free Colonoscopy eBook - so you know about the dangers of unsterilized cameras and the 'side-effects' of Gluteraldehyde - but a real-life story like this can really drive home the risks. This is a patient from the Goldberg Tener Clinic (who I often refer people to for help) [...]
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 [...]
As far as diseases go, bowel disorders are definitely at the bottom of the list (no pun intended)! People will quite openly discuss breast cancer, anemia, arthritis, a sinus infection, the flu, etc., but if you bring up "the runs," or mention your colon at all, people get uncomfortable. It's understandable, really - how do [...]
This soup is just wonderful when you are craving something creamy and comforting - without actually indulging in any dairy! Seriously, you cannot tell there is no cream in this soup. This is a recipe I slightly modified (I omitted some ingredients) from Jeanine & Jack's Love and Lemons recipe blog - which is chock [...]
This gut-healing and whole-body detox protocol utilizes a number of key substances and processes to heal a wide variety of diseases, flush out toxins and take your health to the next level of vibrancy. It’s a protocol that builds upon the Raw Milk Cure, which I have blogged about in the past. I'm going to [...]
Who doesn't love a fresh, healthy, body-fueling meal that's also incredibly easy to prepare? And did I mention...chocolate?! Here's a chocolate pudding (which can also be made as a smoothie, if you'd prefer) that contains a bunch of super healthy ingredients like avocado, spinach, chia and bananas - yet is sugar-free and tastes both yummy [...]
In my book, Listen To Your Gut, I write about how I come from a family of doctors and pharmacists - well here's one of those doctors, my older brother, Millan Patel MD, whom I love dearly. Now you might think Millan and I are on opposite ends of the spectrum, but if you listen [...]
Understanding Phytates and Their Impact on Nutrition When I initially filmed and posted this video a decade ago, I had learned this phytate-disabling soaking technique from a famed cookbook called, Nourishing Traditions. This cookbook was based upon research into indigenous food preparation and diet by healthy tribes, detailed in the book, Nutrition and Physical Degeneration, [...]
As fecal transplant, fecal infusion, fecal implant, or FMT (all different names for the same thing) grow in acceptability, and can often deliver miraculous results, more people with IBD or intestinal infection (like C. difficile) are giving this therapy a try. If you haven't heard of it, it's basically taking poop from a healthy donor [...]
I want to share some exciting news with y'all, which you may not already know if you do not follow us on Facebook... As of this week, Savannah (my assistant) and I created a private group for the Listen to Your Gut community (both newcomers and long-time readers) to share their experiences, show their support [...]
After we shared our Creamy Rice Pudding recipe, we had many people write in asking for the gut-soothing congee porridge with bone broth recipe I mention in my 8 Key Steps for Natural Healing of Crohns, Colitis, Diverticulitis & IBS talk on YouTube. Traditional Chinese congee (or in Korean culture, jook) with broth is a [...]
IMPORTANT UPDATE: Notice the date of my post below: 2003. By 2011, Garden of Life had changed their product and the only (direct) soil organism it now contains is Bacillus subtilis - which has been used for over 1000 years by the Japanese to culture natto. So it does have a long history of safety [...]
Whether or not you live with some sort of chronic illness (i.e. a gut disorder), probiotics are still very beneficial for balancing your gut flora! In this interview, Jini Patel Thompson talks with Natasha Trenev - author of 5 books and founder of Natren probiotics - about probiotic usage and dosing for "normal" people (people [...]
If you have listened to my 8 Key Steps for Natural Healing of Crohns, Colitis, Diverticulitis & IBS talk on YouTube, then you may have heard me mention using traditional congee rice porridge with bone broth to provide bowel rest. If you cannot afford to go on an elemental diet, cannot pay for the targeted healing [...]
This is such an amazing story from a reader who used the information in this blog post to save her sister's life when her bowel was impacted. She was in sepsis, and she hadn't had a bowel movement in 2 weeks... First thing's first, I want to say it takes a LOT of courage to [...]
When it comes to mineral deficiency, low potassium can cause constipation. There is a constant outflow of potassium from the intestinal muscle cell to the outside of the cell. When blood potassium is low, more potassium leaves the cell. As more potassium flows out of the cell, it makes the cell more resistant to the [...]
After several requests, I've put together this video to share with you my family's winter immune system protocol: Jini's Winter Immune System Protocol Good food, good sleep, Vitamin D & cod liver oil, probiotics, and immune boosters like astragalus and medicinal mushrooms. And wild oregano oil when needed. Standard Immune System Supplements: Natren probiotics Vitamin [...]
I recently came across across this article in the Daily Mail UK, and I had to share - as I have been writing on the negative effects of WiFi, cell phones, and radiation for over a decade! If you have not read any of my previous posts surrounding this topic, I have linked to them [...]
Jini's Chocolate Cashew Butter Fudge (Dairy-Free, GF) When you give up dairy, and then you give up sugar, you can feel SUPER deprived. But this treat makes all the deprivation and cravings for old vices disappear! We tried SIX versions of this recipe before perfecting it to my nit-picky standard for fabulousness. Now, [...]
Whenever I serve this healthy Caesar salad dressing, I ALWAYS have people asking me for the recipe. And it's so simple! I have yet to meet any child who doesn't care for it (as long as they don't know there are anchovies in it!). The anchovies are optional, however, so you can choose to leave [...]
When your digestive tract is inflamed or ulcerated, it becomes very difficult for your body to digest food, or to absorb any nutrients from your food. Your diet can become so restricted that you can only tolerate five to ten foods. In extreme states, you cannot eat any normal foods at all. I have gone [...]
Clinical trials may show that an elemental diet doesn't work too well for inducing remission in Colitis. But yet, I've had thousands of readers use my version of an elemental diet to heal their colitis and achieve complete remission. Why the difference? A standard elemental diet used in a clinical trial only tests ONE element [...]
When I first published this blog post, I had come across a news article from Associated Press (AP - one of the major news feed services to all large newspapers across North America and worldwide) that raised alarm about a new bird/pig/human hybrid virus that was sweeping through Mexico killing healthy, strong people (2009). At [...]
The more I read and the more research that emerges, the more it all points back to the GUT! If by some miracle, you are one of my readers and you are NOT on Natren probiotics (which I've been recommending for almost 20 years), then take heed... This first study examined the microbiota of people [...]
I don't know about you, but I just LOVE tricks like this! I tried this method and it peeled about 90% of the cloves in the head of garlic. I shook the bowls for about 7 seconds, checked, then shook again for another 7-10 seconds - by which time some of the cloves were leaking [...]
