We recommend 60 days and then taper back down the same way you ramped up:)

Hi Claire -asumming we’re still talking about digestive enzymes – yes. You should be able to take 2 with each small meal. Just pay attention to your body and see how you do!

Hi Lori,
Thanks so much again for the advice! So the serving size is 2 per meal, is what’s on the packing. I’ve already worked my way up to 2 per meal (3 times a day) and it has been really helpful. In my case I take them for severe stress, so could I take more? 3 per meal, or maybe 2 per meal 6 times a day?

Hi Claire – that is a good start! You can then work your way up to 3 or 4 enzymes with heavier meals.

Thank you for your response! The video has been helpful! Yesterday I already tried with the half of a digestive enzyme capsule, it seems that I have less issues after that!
But since I’m eating 6 small meals a day, is it worth a try to have 6 half enzymes caps a day?

Hi Claire – yes definitely stop using the Glutamine for now. The enzymes are less likely to cause those types of symptoms. However, its important to start slow and then work your way up – here is a video on enzymes for more information: https://healthygut.com/who-needs-digestive-enzymes-and-how-to-take-them/

HI Mary – thanks for sharing! We’d love to hear more of your story:) Did you remove any other foods?

I too had terrible issues with my back and hip. Leaky gut etc. I stubbled across information regarding Nightshade Vegetables and the damage and pain they cause for some people. Removed them from my diet completely! I three days my pain was significantly reduced in 10 days -9 years of back pain gone!!

Hi Katie – we aren’t qualified to give medical advice and we’d suggest consulting with your physician about this. Sorry we can’t be of more help!

Hi what side effects did you see with the l-glut? I started 2 days ago.
Thank you

HI Paul – from our understanding and research at this point it is through absorption into the blood stream. You may want to stick with testing out the glutamine first before you also add in the broth, as we always suggest changing one thing a time so you know what it is if you react.

Thank you.

Hi Heena – that is correct! Remmeber that glutamine is not right for everyone and if you feel any adverse reaction at a certain dose, it’s OK to back down.

Hi Carol – L glutamine is one of those supplemnts that not everybody tolerates well. There are other things you can do to heal the gut, though! For now, you can omit it (if it’s just an intolerance you can come back to it) and in the meantime stick with your other supplements and your customized diet.

I am allergic to l-Glutamine. Now what can I do?

HI Sally – the best things you can do are to 1) consult your physician and 2 ) test it out in small amounts. Your body will tell you if it’s right for you or not as we are unable to answer that part for you:)

I know you asked this question a long time ago about l glutamine , slippery elm and rashes but I had the same problem and it was due to a histamine and oxalate intolerance. I cut out all high oxalate foods and went on a low histamine diet and now I am hugely better. Hope his helps.

HI Kelley – certain formulas may be taken on an empty stomach so go ahead and follow that if the directions say so specifically:)

So interesting! My initial response yesterday taking 0.5 g was racing heart and anxiety which I don’t need help with getting! Ugh! So I tried again this morning and here we are again same symptoms! So I’m guessing my crazy lil brain isn’t going to cooperate with this supplement and I’m going to need a different route to heal my gut!

HI Ivon – we mention 3 different brands in the article (jarrow, Klaire labs, and NuMedica).

HI Mary – There is a TON of misunderstanding about l-glutamine, cancer, and MSG.

This article does a great job of explaining it all: http://www.thehealthyhomeeconomist.com/bone-broth-msg-what-you-need-to-know/

As always, we’d recommend doing your own research, listening to your body and also consulting with your doctors.

HI Hollie- Glutathione is more for detoxification purposes and glutamine is used to directly heal the gut tissue. Both are great supplements, just used for different purposes:)

HI Michelle- 40g is the dose research has found to be most effective in healing the gut. As always, work up to that amount slowly and pay attention to how you feel when you’re on it. NOt everyone can handle that dose so you need to do what works for you.

HI Rose – We’re not aware of any solid research on this topic at this time and thus it’s best to wait to test it out after your done or consult with your physician.

HI Daniel- While glutamine will certainly help heal a leaky gut, it is going to take a multi faceted approach of diet, supplements and lifestyle changes. If you haven’t changed your diet at all, this would be the best place to start. We don’t recommend taking the large dose for long term, but a low level dose has been found to be safe. As always, it is good to consult with your physician if you have any concerns.

HI Jennifer – we haven’t heard of that, sorry!

Have you ever heard of IB Synergy?

HI Deziree – our dosing recommendations are for those who weigh at least 100 lbs. I’m sorry we don’t have any research or recommendation for weights less than that but I’d recommend working with a trusted practitioner such as a functional medicine doctor. Let us know if you need any further support.

Hi Eugina – we recommend taking the Glutamine in water or some sort of beverage and you can blend it up if you need to. You can check out our blueberry gelatin recipe here: https://healthygut.com/?s=blueberry

Hi, I’ve just brought some l-glutamine (coeliac) and I already have Great Lakes gelatin but I find it hard to take – any advice, recipes? Mines always gritty and hard to swollow. Thanks

HI Jenn, thanks for reaching out. Glutamine can be used as part of a holistic approach to getting rid of the candida. Diet and a yeast killing protocol will be vital here: http://gutinfections.scdlifestyle.com

Would you take l-glutamine while treating candida and taking antifungals or once candida is gone?

HI Kareem – Jordan and Steve have found that taking it all at once with food works really well. However, just getting it in one way or another is great too. Try it and see how it goes:)

Hi Mariel,

Can I add say 20g of l glutamine to a bottle of water and sip it throughout the day?