Taking Black Strap Molasses

by Marcia
(Georgia)

Can pH imbalance cause violent gas and digestive issues?

I've just started taking Black Strap Molasses one week ago and have noticed within a few days that it gives me chronic gas and bloating.


I started out with 2 Tbls daily and have since dropped down to 2 tsp. I have found some relief but am still having issues with gas and bloating.


My daily regimen also includes taking organic apple cider vinegar and I oil pull upon rising each morning. Am I doing too much?

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Hi Marcia,


Gas and bloating can sometimes be a detox symptom, which may be the cause in your situation.


The purpose in taking black strap molasses and the organic apple cider vinegar is to improve your pH balance. Even though these particular items may "seem" to be acidic, they actually have an alkalizing affect on the body.


Since you found that reducing the amount of Blackstrap molassas you are taking has eased your symptoms somewhat, it may be a good idea to only gradually increase your dosage.


Are you taking black strap molasses on an empty stomach or in combination with some particular food? It may even be a food combination that is giving you the gas and bloating.


If you can tolerate the side effects you are experiencing, it may be worthwhile to just ride them out until your system is improved.


I would take some probiotics and/or digestive enzymes to help the situation in the meantime. I suspect you will feel better faster that way.


Incidentally, I hadn't heard of the oil pulling before. I've done a little research on it and I think I'll give it a try and then write more on the subject in future.


If you'd like to share some of your experiences with oil pulling, I'd love to hear them.

To your good health!
Angie