I was dignosed with SMAS a few years ago with ups and downs, trying to maintain with what and how I ate, to avoid surgery. Ive tried all sorts of liquid diets, concoctions, eating upside down, limiting portions...Last month my weight got so low, constant pain and vomiting. I tried drinking a glass of water with 2- 3 tablespoons of BRAGGS apple cider vinegar with "the mother" morning and night and within 2 days, the relief was unbelievable. Im not sure how it could help with the obstruction, but apple cider vinegar has amazing benefits for all digestive issues. But it has to have "the mother". Since then i have put on 15 lbs, eat whatever and have only had discomfort when i miss taking it. Dont want to give anyone false hope, but it seems to work for me and i feel im getting my life back. Just thought i would share in case anyone could benefit. Much love, Amanda