ABDOMINAL PAIN

I came to Bayside Wellness Center in June 2006.  I was experiencing everything from minor discomfort to pretty extreme pain in my stomach area.  I suffered with these symptoms for 8 weeks before I went to my medical doctor, who sent me for a CT scan, diagnosed me with diverticulitis and prescribed antibiotics, which didn’t work.  My quality of life took a serious downturn.  I had constant stomach pain to some degree every day.  Some days it got so bad that I had to lie down due to the pain.  I was referred to Dr. Giaquinto by a co-worker who was a patient of his.  Dr. Giaquinto prescribed enzymes, a better diet and simple exercise for me to do at home.  I had a 50% improvement in my digestion and stomach pain after the first month.  After the second month all the discomfort is gone and I feel great.

Sincerely,
Richard B.

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ALLERGIES

Since high school I suffered from frequent debilitating sinus congestion and headaches.  Medication was futile.  I would have to lay down, in the dark and either slept it off or vomit until I could sleep it off.  I would be virtually incapacitated for hours at a time.  I went to allergist and after a barrage of tests, I was diagnosed with environmental allergies, prescribed Celdane, and received allergy shots for three years.   My headaches became less frequent, but I was still constantly congested.  When I moved back from college and started working, the frequency of which I got headaches increased.   I didn't have time, ability, or desire to be out of commission for hours at a time.  I have never been really big on traditional medicine and decide to go to a homeopath and nutritionist about my condition.   She put me on a rotation and elimination diet and gave me a list of supplements to take.  I immediately noticed a change.  I felt better and my headaches lessened in frequency and severity.  However, I still had difficulty breathing out of my nose.  At this point, I was thinking that this is the best it would ever be: partial congestion and infrequent headaches.  Then a friend of mine told me about enzymes and introduced me to Dr. Giaquinto.  He did a digestive workup on me and explained why I have been plagued with sinus problems for the majority of my life.  Then, he introduced me to enzymes and how they work.  He prescribed specific supplements for me that my body needed.  After taking the supplements for 6 weeks, I woke up one morning and could actually breathe out of my nose.  I was ecstatic.   Since then, my body’s need for enzymes has changed and lessened and my headaches and sinus congestion is rare.  Even though his goal is to help you to get your body to work properly on its own, I continue to be a loyal patient of Dr. Giaquinto.  He not only gave me hope, he gave me a solution.

Sincerely,
Amy J.

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I first came to Bayside Wellness Center 4 months ago for numbness in both my arms and hands.  I also have allergies and sinus problems intermittently my whole life.  While getting treatment for the numbness in my arms, I spoke with Dr. Giaquinto about my allergies.  I told him I had allergy shots when I was younger and my allergies subsided until about two years ago when they came back in full force.  For the past two years, I would wake up sneezing and congested almost everyday.  I would get allergy flare ups about twice a month that would leave me bedridden.  Some days I even had to take allergy medicine which I didn’t like doing because I wasn’t able to function properly due to the side effect of being drowsy.  Dr. Giaquinto suggested that he could help my allergy condition with Enzyme Therapy.  I decided to give it a try.  Since being treated by Dr. Giaquinto with Enzyme Therapy for my allergies, I have had excellent results!!  The first few weeks I went through some cleansing.  Dr. G. explained that my cells and tissue were being replaced with better quality nutrition.  It has been about two months since I started the Enzyme Therapy and now I no longer have any congestion and haven’t had an allergy attack since!

Sincerely,
Amanda C.

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ATHLETIC PERFORMANCE

I first came to BaysideWellnessCenter on December 29, 2005.  I felt out of sorts, but I didn’t know what was wrong.I was planning to run the LA Marathon on March 19, 2006, which was at that time less than three months away.  I wanted to be in the best physical condition that I could possibly be.  Mostly, I had neck pains that bothered me throughout the day.  While training, I would also feel minor back pains while I ran.I had been treated by a chiropractor before and had good results, but never considered getting consistent treatment before.  I first found out about BaysideWellnessCenter when I was out for a walk.  The office seemed very inviting and it felt like I was meant to be there.  Since being treated by Dr. Giaquinto, I am in the best physical shape of my life. Besides getting adjusted on a regular basis, I also began taking Juice Plus and enzymes that Dr. Giaquinto prescribed to me to help with my muscle soreness from training.  I not only ran the LA Marathon strong, but I beat my personal record thereby allowing me to qualify for next years’ Boston Marathon.  I am writing this testimony on March 20, 2006, the day after the marathon.  Today I feel the best I’ve ever felt! (Of course, minus a few sore muscles.)  I owe it all to Dr. Giaquinto and BaysideWellnessCenter.

Sincerely,
Asela W.

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BLOATING

I initially came to BaysideWellnessCenter for my back pain, which Dr. Giaquinto has helped tremendously.  But Dr. Giaquinto helped me in a way I never expected.  I have had bloating and stomach pain routinely show up after eating for as long as I can remember.  Even eating something as small as a sandwich.  I’d always walk around holding my stomach in because I felt like I’d swallowed a giant watermelon.  It was just so big.  It was too hard and painful to always suck it in and hold it in.  Unfortunately my self-esteem suffered because of my bloating and pain and I just didn’t understand why it was so ugly.  It got to a point were I wouldn’t go swimming or to the beach if I had eaten that day.  I even went to medical doctors and they said there was nothing wrong!  The Internist I saw thought I had severe stress directed into my stomach.  I also went to an acupuncturist and it didn’t help either.  I felt like having no results or answers after seeing these professionals was a big waste of money.  After I heard about the digestive work Dr. Giaquinto does, I thought I’d try one more time to find relief.  Dr. Giaquinto did a digestive workup on me and prescribed specific exercises and enzyme supplements that my body needed to heal.  It has been two months and the bloating and stomach pain is 90% improved.  Now these are results! And I am unexpectedly also losing weight, which I am thrilled about and I don’t have to hold my stomach in any more.  I know with enzyme therapy one day soon I’ll be 100%!

Sincerely,
Ashley B.

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ECZEMA

I had been suffering from eczema for the last 5 years.  Living on the East Coast, the extreme temperature of winter would flare up the outbreaks on my fingers, wrist and neck.  Each year the outbreaks seemed to get worse and worse.  When the breakouts would occur, it would hurt to put my hands in water and I had to be very cautious of any lotions I would use.  It was also very uncomfortable going from hot (heated homes) to cold (the outdoors).  My hands looked and felt awful.  So, I went to a dermatologist.  The dermatologist prescribed symptomatic relief, a cream that would dry up the eczema, but only until the next breakout.  Even with using the cream, my skin felt very tight and very dry.  At that point the condition never improved.  I was referred to Dr.Giaquinto from a relative that was receiving treatment from him.  Dr. Giaquinto did a digestive workup on me and told me exactly why I had the eczema.  He prescribed a treatment plan that included chiropractic care and specific enzyme supplements that my body desperately needed.  After taking the supplements for about two months, my fingers, wrist, and neck are now completely normal!!!  There are almost no patches of dry skin for the first time in years!  I am extremely happy with my results and would recommend anyone who has a skin condition to see Dr. Giaquinto.

Sincerely,
Pat N.

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FATIGUE

I’d like to tell you a little bit about how I was feeling and the symptoms I put up with for 3 years prior being treated at Bayside Wellness Center. I was tired a lot, especially in the afternoon. I work from home so taking a midday nap is very tempting and often happens! My body felt clenched, in a constant state of tension. My sleep pattern was terrible. I’d wake up after 4 hours of sleeping and could not get back to sleep. I had realized that the stress I’m continually under was hurting my body, even though I thought I was doing the right things for it. I ate right, exercised almost daily, give myself “me time” to unwind, but it just wasn’t enough. Since seeing Dr. Giaquinto for a digestive work-up and enzyme therapy, I feel 200% better, maybe more. I have tons of energy. When I wake up at night I generally can fall right back to sleep. I can eat foods like cheese again, which I had a difficult time properly digesting before. I’m not as hungry because my body gets the nutrition its needs from the foods I’m eating. I also snack less and it’s easier to control my weight. I would highly recommend seeing Dr. Giaquinto for enzyme therapy, especially those people under a lot of stress, have low energy or want to gain better control of their weight. Anyone can benefit from great nutrition and enzymes!

Sincerely,
Wendy W.

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HEARTBURN

I came to BaysideWellnessCenter in September 2006.  I was referred to Dr. Giaquinto by a co-worker.  I was experiencing acid reflux, indigestion, bloating and insomnia.  I contributed my symptoms primarily to stress and poor eating habits.  Although I’ve had these symptoms for years, at times they were so severe that I thought my chest pains were a signal I was having a heart attack.  My symptoms also keep me up at night so I’m tired and dragging during the day.  My medical doctor prescribed the little purple pill.   The symptoms went away, but unfortunately it caused me to gain weight.  It masked the symptoms but didn’t get to the root my digestion problems.  Since I’ve been taking enzymes and doing my stretching exercises, I have noticed a huge difference in the way I feel.  No more heartburn or bloating and I have energy after I eat instead of feeling tired.  I sleep through the night and wake up rested.

Sincerely,
Nicki H.