This sounds like a very unfortunate situation in which medications are offering little help. There are numerous supplements that can help with digestive complaints; however, in this case, it is essential to find the root of the problem. I would highly recommend working with a naturopath or chiropractor that can perform further testing and also correct for any spinal misalignment that may contribute to the problem. Some suggestions that may help are as follows:
• A complete colon cleanse, liver/gallbladder flush, and parasite cleanse- This process can aid in removing compaction from the small and large intestine. This compaction may potentially be toxic and can contribute to poor health in the body. It also provides an ideal environment for fungus and bacteria. The liver/gallbladder flush can aid in the removal of toxins stored in the liver and also of gallstones. This can help to promote normal bile secretions which can have a positive affect on digestion for some people. The parasite cleanse can help to remove parasitic organisms that can potentially sap nutrients and energy from the body as well as producing toxic chemicals. A complete protocol can be found at
www.ghchealth.com/liver-and-gallbladder-flush.html. Please be aware that Oxy-Powder should be taken approximately 6 hours before or after any pharmaceutical medication.
• Digestive enzymes- A broad-spectrum, plant-based enzyme such as Zymitol or Digesticol taken immediately before or during meals can greatly increase the digestion of fats, proteins, and carbohydrates. This can provide more nutrition to the body and may reduce some of the symptoms that accompany poor digestion. In some cases, people with intestinal hyperpermeability, “leaky gut syndrome,” can greatly benefit from more complete digestion because this means that fewer undigested food particles can penetrate through the lining of the intestines and cause various immune responses.
• Probiotics- This is the general name given to the beneficial bacteria that should reside in the gut. There are different strains on the market; one preferred by many physicians is Latero-flora. Probiotics serve many functions in the intestines including detoxifying certain substances, manufacturing some vital nutrients, keeping “bad” bacteria and fungus at bay, helping to reduce food allergies, and others. These function as one the main lines of defense for the gut.
• Diet- It is strongly recommended to consume a diet that is high in raw, organic fruits and vegetables and minimize the processed foods that you consume. Most processed foods contain high amounts of sugar, trans-fats, additives, chemicals, and little nutritional value. In fact, processed foods do not contain the enzymes, vitamins, and minerals that are necessary for their own digestion. I would strongly suggest speaking with a natural doctor concerning the possibility of food allergies, particularly gluten intolerances.
