Ask Brenda Watson

For the past 7+ years I have been taking good quality fiber, omega oils, probiotics, and enzymes through a reputatable company.  I have made numerous changes in my diet over the past 15 years.  I have had serious IBS since I was a youth (now 53 y/o).  Even today as I went through your H.O.P.E., I was able to examine the supplements I take (and they meet your specs).  Yet — I have 24/7 frequent gas/bloating/burping.  In 1983 I was SO tired of it all that I cut back on my food intake — got down to 88 lbs (not good) and then had to focus on putting weight back on.  All of these supplements are very expensive — I was diagnosed with CFS for years – 3 years ago the diagnosis of chronic Lyme Disease was made.  I had mono as a youth.  I've had a tremendous amount of antibiotic treatment throughout my life.  A recent colonoscopy revealed that I "have the colon of a 20 year old."  So — WHY — all the constant, frequent gas, burping, bloating, etc?????  It happens throughout the night, as well as throughout the day — ACK!!!