Hi Peter – when we see people who are extremely sensitive it typically mans there are infections/hormones involved. It’s going to be important for you to get on a program that incorporates a gut infection protocol as well as addresses the adrenals. We’d highly recommend tuning in to one of our free webinars that will walk you through how to do this: http://solvingleakygut.com/webinar/live-qva/

Hi Olga – thanks for reaching out to us.

Ketogenic diets work well for many people – but if you have thyroid or adrenal issues they might be too taxing on the body. The hormone systems of the body are very sensitive and depend on carbs to function properly. If you have adrenal issues, we recommend a minimum of 150 grams of carbs per day (from fruits, veggies, an see starches like sweet potatoes)

I really suggest you read this article for more info: https://healthygut.com/reasons-adrenal-program-isnt-working/

Dear Jordan, Can you explain me why is ketogenic diet dangerous? I have seen one of Steven’s video on Candida and he as well had a half sentence that keto diets weaken the adrenals and thyroid. Can you guys expand on this? What are the underlying metabolic processes…

(I was trying to keto adapt but couldn t and currently seem to be struggling with adrenal fatigue and thyroid issues.)

Hi Mahur – we think the low-FODMAP diet can be sued as a tool for some popped, but isn’t a long-term solution and it isn’t right for everyone. Learn more here: https://healthygut.com/fodmap-diet-a-fad-diet-or-helpful-for-everyone/

Hey Joe – hit Command and F on your keyboard to bring up a search bar 🙂 Hope that helps

Hi Joe – if your problem is digesting meat please check this out: https://healthygut.com/your-body-might-be-starving-for-protein/

If you’re looking for tips on following the diet as a vegetarian, email us at support@scdlifestyle.com 🙂

Hi Becky – we recommend you start with the lowest phenol and salicylate foods – using the phase charts from the book or quick start guide – you can learn more here: https://healthygut.com/phenols-and-salicylates-what-they-are-and-why-it-matters/

Hi Marilyn – this is a tough question!

It’s likely that the larger amount of salad AND the stress brought on the attack – but it could have been just one or the other.

The great news is that you handled the flare-up perfectly by going back your safe foods until you felt better. We recommend you slowly begin again with cucumbers and beets. It is important to keep servings small at first when trying a new food (especially harder-to-digest raw foods).

If when you eat the food on a normal, non-stressful day and you still have a reaction, you should wait longer before introducing the salad again.

Hopefully you’ll be enjoying your beets and cucumbers again in just a few days!

Hi J – you have to try the intro diet! Just eating SCD/Paleo?AIP foods isn;t enough to heal.

The intro diet is crucial for success and we explain exactly how to do it right (so you only have to do it once!) in our eBook.

The best place to start is with our Free quick start guide here: https://healthygut.com/scd-quick-start-guide/

From here, we highly recommend following the directions in the eBook for best results: http://scdlifestylebook.com/

Hope you’re feeling better soon! I know this will help

Hi Jeslan – thanks so much for reaching out.

We’ve had some experience fielding questions from vegetarians, but our products are not geared towards that lifestyle choice.

You can most certainly try our products and substitute out many of the meats for other items.

Here’s three things you can review today that will help you:

1) Read about Cheryl Cravino’s SCD Success story, where she was starting out as a vegetarian:

https://healthygut.com/specific-carbohydrate-friends-cheryl-cravino/

2) Listen to a specific question we answer about SCD and vegetarian in podcast 21 (9:34 The myth that a vegetarian can’t follow SCD and what to try instead of meat – especially in the beginning)

https://healthygut.com/optimize-healing-and-feel-better-faster-podcast-21/

3) Read the comments from SCD’er vegetarians Elizabeth and most especially Jenny in this podcast comments section:

https://healthygut.com/optimize-healing-and-feel-better-faster-podcast-21/comment-page-1/#comments

I hope that helps you. You can always try our products and if you don’t think it’s going to work, then just send us an email and we will refund your money no problem.

In good health,
Mariel

P.S. Jordan and Steve also did a podcast in which they open an educated discussion about different diets and their views on being a vegetarian. I’d like to note that we are not dogmatic with our approach to diet and totally understand if you have reasons due to religion or something of that nature. Here’s the podcast: https://healthygut.com/vegetarians-tips-for-improving-gut-health/

Hi William, thanks for reaching out. Many people with skin conditions like hives (urticaria), eczema, and psoriasis really benefit from the SCD diet.

I also recommend this article: https://healthygut.com/the-multi-billion-dollar-ppi-malpractice-mystery/

Urticaria is associated with low stomach acid, as well. You can learn more about low stomach acid and how to treat it here: https://healthygut.com/hypochlorhydria-3-common-signs-of-low-stomach-acid/

I hope this information helps!

Hi Anthony, each person is intolerant to different foods and thus it is up to you to use SCD as the basic framework to allow the body to heal and build your own version of the diet.

Hi Kim, go ahead and proceed with out eggs and see how you do with that.

Hi Frank, thanks for reaching out! Calories are not restricted, so please eat as much as you need to to feel full. Also, this article may help: https://healthygut.com/5-real-food-weight-gain-shakes-paleo-scd/

HI Ana! Stevia is not recommended on the SCD diet, as the most popular forms are highly processed and it can also help feed unhealthy bacteria in the gut due to it’s molecular structure. ketogenic diets may work for some, but they can be dangerous and we believe most people don’t need to take it that far to regain their health.

2.5 weeks on SCD, and results have been good. I had a 2-day period of no blood and no diarrhia! But now both symptoms are back (though not as bad) and it’s discouraging. I need to experiment with the four horsemen, but it’s so difficult! I need to keep my weight up because high weight correlates with good lung function… but how do I keep from losing weight if I cut out eggs, dairy (homemade cheesecake/yogurt), nuts, and fruits/honey??

Thanks for the information. SCD seems promising; my mental health even seems to have improved. I know it isn’t an immediate cure. I need to find this “food-safe zone” so I can start isolating food variables.

Thank you so much for responding! I am working with a practioner who is supportive and willing to learn. So far I am tolerating Thyrogold at the lowest dose and LDN is helpful. For the first time in my life, all my labs, even my adrenal saliva are in range (though I have gone from high cortisol to low normal so I may be on my way down) and my fatigue is still pretty bad.

What is your opinion on stevia and ketogenic version of SCD for energy and weightloss?

Hi AnaB, thank you for reaching out! You are exactly correct that the almonds and coconut milk will contain polyunsaturated fatty acids which we know are inflammatory. We suggest listening to your body and if you seem to do fine with the SCD Dairy, go ahead and consume it, as it contains many beneficial strains of bacteria. You may also consider a one one consult with a practitioner to handle your low T3 levels. You can find one here if you do not currently have one: https://healthygut.com/practitioners/

How do you know if you are better off consuming limited dairy? Is the trade off of having increased pufas from almond milk any healthier? If I’m going to have almonds, I’d rather save it for an almond flour pizza crust. My tummy is really rumbly if I have coconut milk too often (even homemade). Just trying to trouble shoot. Thanks so much!

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fruit is cooked by the sun and is pre-digested…yes the fiber can be an issue for some, but drinking pasteurized grape juice or apple cider early in the diet is a really bad thing to do…you are consuming dead food…once you cook food…its nutrition is 50% less at least…when you have gut irritation..you need raw juices and juicy fruit

think about it…whats the only food in nature people are most likely to eat raw? duh…fruit…its our primary food source, what we were designed to eat mostly

veggies, meats…all have their place if you choose to eat them…BUT think about it, you always have to cook them and season them to enjoy them…duh…not #1 ideal food source…

I know all about SIBO and Candida…and yes…until your flora is balanced you might need to cut back on high fructose fruits…but puree them or juice them…cooking them destroys enzymes and renders them useless

i did SCD for over a year with cooked fruits…and i was so gassy and the SIBO wouldnt go away…it dawned on me..i was eating dead foods…and dead foods dont heal as fast…so i started juicing and pureeing fruits…and then no gas!! and SIBO started going away (i was doing garlic pills and raw kefir as well)

i was keeping the enzymes in tact the way nature meant…i cant do SCD yoguart no matter what milk i use…why?? because u heat the milk…making it a dead food…

i do raw kefir and bam!!! success!!!…

raw is the way nature meant for us…you might have to modify until healed up..but raw is best always!

good luck

Al Kero

Yes please eat as much as you like. No one should go hungry on SCD

i found out your site just yesterday, yet I read very alternative but so to the point stuff. i already got for free the quick start guide. I want to know if between the 3 basic meals one can eat snacks? and since I am about to start the course, I really want to know if snacks are permitted straight from the intro phase, or are there strictly 3 meals?

thank you!

Hi Xania, you can get them here:

https://healthygut.com/meal-plans/

Jordan

Where can I find/purchase your menu plans for tough cases – I remember seeing it but I can’t find it… Doh’

Can’t wait to hear from you!

Xania

Hi Jill, I’m so glad they are helping! If you deal with headaches, our friend Chris Kresser recommends eating a version of the diet that is free of tyramine, histamine, and arginine.

In general, I’ve seen a lot of anecdotal evidence that removing all grains, legumes, and dairy improves brain function and issues like depression or anxiety.

In good health,

Jordan

Awesome explanation! What kind of attacks on the brain? The doctors can’t explain the waves of dizzy spells and have reffered me to Mayo Clinic after being non responsive or allergic to medications. I notice them after drinking water and needing to be ‘ on my toes’ in thought process throughout the day. They are brief yet at times I need to sit down or pull off to the side of the road till they pass. SCD is helping.

@Christine – It will totally apply to you. We have many poeple following our blog and SCD who have had various surgerys to take out most or some of their intestines. Turns out the surgery dosn’t cure them… Sad but we can’t cut this problem out. Food is either helping or hurting you. SCD will help, but most effecitve is creating your own custom diet. Because you did have the surgery it might mean you can no longer do dairy, eggs or nuts. I’m not sure and you won’t be until you test them. But that’s where I would start.

@Colleen – Good for you, stay in touch we’d love to find out what happens with the testing.