Shirley
Concerning Bloating/weight gain, have you looked into the possiblility of hyperinsulinemia, or syndrome x? This has to do with the body producing more insulin than is necessary in response to carbohydrate intake and then being very efficient about storing it away as fat, particularly around your midriff. Cut down on carbos in general and cut out refined carbos entirely (white flour, white sugar, white rice, etc.) Replace them with whole grain everything~ brown rice, quinoa, whole wheat. When I tend to retain fluids and get bloated, it is usually beneficial to get a good therapeutic massage. It helps your lymph system to keep flowing properly. Stretches everyday are good for your lymph system also. And as I read these letters for help, every medical condition or disease could benefit from Homeopathic remedies. Find a good Homeopathic consultant in your area and you'll be amazed at the results. Just do a little research into what Homeopathy is all about on the internet or from books at a health food store to inform yourself with the logical-ness of it.