Stomach symptoms relieved
MARIANNE Sloan has suffered with gastrointestinal symptoms for nine years, including painful episodes of heartburn and stomach discomfort.
The 40-year-old, from Ayrshire, says stress and certain foods are triggers. She has tried various prescription medications and over-the-counter remedies, but with little success.
Marianne’s symptoms have even led her to quit a previous job, as well as miss interviews and important events, such as family birthday celebrations.
‘As soon as I feel the stomach discomfort starting, I know it’s game over and I need to get home quickly. I have had to be strong to cope as I don’t want it to control my life.’
Thankfully, a few months ago a friend gave Marianne (right) a bottle of silicic acid gel to try. ‘It has helped reduce all my symptoms,’ she says. ‘The first time I tried it at night, I was able to lie down and sleep until morning. I couldn’t believe it. Normally I would have spent the whole night pacing the floor.’
Marianne now also takes it preventatively before big meals or when going out. ‘After trying almost every product, silicic acid gel has finally made life more comfortable. I can’t explain how unbelievably grateful I am to my friend for giving me a bottle to try.’
Users of silicic acid gel typically report relief from their symptoms, feeling in control of their life again and being able to exercise, take simple trips to the shops, and accept invitations to family events that would once have been impossible for them.
Silicic acid, recently developed for daily use in a colloidal gel form, can be purchased from health stores and independent pharmacies.