Hi Jann – Each person will have to figure out how much is too much! It is a sweetener – so even if you can tolerate a large amount, we wouldn’t suggest it. For foods that aren’t strictly legal or illegal – test them out first.

HI Emily – there isn’t exactly a direct replacement for eggs – you can just eat more of the other protein for those 3-5 days. The SCD diet is based on what foods are easiest to digest. So even though raw veggies and salad greens contain nutrients, they are hard to bread down (then we can’t actually absorb the nutrients they provide).

HI Megi – Yes nut free typically includes the category of seeds too but you can always test those out separately and see how you do:)

Glad you were able to figure this out, Emily!

Hi Fred – we apologize but don’t see any other comments from you! You can email us at support@scdlifestyle.com and we’d be happy to help:)

The SCD diet has helped many people not only with diarrhea, but with constipation as well. We suggest starting by addressing your diet with our free quick start guide here: https://healthygut.com/scd-quick-start-guide/

Also, please read the following article on constipation, as it can be very helpful on your journey: https://healthygut.com/real-food-tips-constipation/

We also have an entire section of constipation related articles on our site, and these can be found here: https://healthygut.com/category/constipation/

HI Sara – It is actually real important to eliminate all those hard to digest food (especially nuts and dairy at this point.) The easiest way to keep it all straight is to follow the SCD phases in the eBook. Digestive enzymes are also going to be really helpful. Here are some digestive enzymes we recommend:

Digest Gold – http://amzn.to/XHZOjS

Gi Pro Helath Prozymes – http://www.giprohealth.com/enzymes.aspx (SCD Legal)

Thorne Dipan 9 – http://amzn.to/1bQ6aHM

Hi Lara – I’m sorry you’re frustrated. The great news is that 1) at first you’re only testing the 4 horseman to see if they are causing you issues. 2) it isn’t forever! I know that is hard to realize sometimes, but the sooner you eliminate all potential inflammatory foods, the sooner your body will heal and you’ll then be able to expand your customized diet.

Hello, I’ve been on SCD since last June. I’ve significantly decreased my meds and have been feeling relatively well, besides moments of pain/diarrhea here and there. I’ve been in a flare this week with what seems like new symptoms outside of the GI – joint pain (legs/hands) & today have had really bad stomach pain. I am assuming it is because I have decreased my meds so much and now probably have inflammation. You mention to remove the four “dark horseman” but really- what is left to eat on this diet without all of that??? All I eat anyway is eggs, protein (chicken/meat), fruit, & nuts, yogurt, larabars and rx bars (which is eggs and dried fruit). So yes I am probably having way too much fruit and nuts but what else am I supposed to eat— meat 10 times a day?! Sorry, so very frustrated at this point. Thank you for any help.

THanks for sharing, Micaela. Glad you’ve been able to tweak the diet and find what works for you!

I just wanted to say that I think peanuts should be added to this list. They are not technically nuts, but perhaps should be added under that category. Peanuts are a major allergy for a lot of people. Most people think if you’re allergic or sensitive to peanuts, you’ll get a major reaction, such anaphylactic shock. However, this often isn’t the case. I did SCD a few years ago, and kept having peanuts (especially all natural peanut butter because I love it) and I had no idea I had a problem with them. But I continued to have bloating, gas, diarrhea, pain, etc. I cut them out later, and it made a HUGE difference.

I’m currently doing SCD without all four “dark horsemen”, and without peanuts, as well as without garlic, citrus fruits, bananas, pears, broccoli, and cauliflower. It can be done!

Raw milk contains enzymes that help you digest it.

Hey Todd – thanks for reaching out to us.

First, please don’t stop ANY prescription medications without talking it over with your doctor. The SCD diet has an additive effect and works synergistically with your medications – for most people this allows them to lower their dose and eventually stop using them entirely.

If you’re still struggling 5 weeks in with diarrhea we recommend you make sure you’re using digestive enzymes and cut out the 4 horsemen! More info on digestive enzymes: https://healthygut.com/who-needs-digestive-enzymes-and-how-to-take-them/

Thanks!

@Jennifer GI Pro Health Prozymes are SCD-legal – you can get them here: http://www.giprohealth.com/enzymes.aspx

Is this enzyme scd approved?

Hi Theodor – we think coconut milk is OK to test. The best way to find out about any food is to introduce it slowly like we describe here: https://healthygut.com/the-scd-secret-to-success-how-to-properly-introduce-new-foods/

Hey there Eric 🙂

Many people do have issues with egg white specifically over egg yolks – but many people also have issues with both. To be certain which one is causing the issue, it is best to remove both, and then reintroduce them separately (yolk first, then white)

i just think this list might scare people away from egg and its great nutrition by seeing it on the list, when actually it seems the egg whites are the troubling part? keep up the great work!

Hi Doris – sorry to hear you’re struggling with reflux.

Not everyone does well with bone broth. Our friend, Dr. Alison Siebecker says those with SIBO may react to the GAGs in bone broth.

If you’re struggling with bone broth, you might consider trying a colostrum supplement instead.

Hope you’re feeling better soon.

I will have the soup again today with some HCL with pepsin. I hope…………………

HI Sharon – we’re so sorry to hear you’re struggling with constipation. The best place to start is with a simple diet like SCD – you can get the quick start guide for free here: https://healthygut.com/scd-quick-start-guide/

You’re welcome Gabe!

If you ever have more question you can at us at support@scdlifestlye.com too!

Thanks very much for your quick reply. This is what I suspected too and your confirmation gives me more confidence to try and take care of this. I really appreciate it!!

Hi Gabe – we’re so sorry you’re experiencing these symptoms. Since your symptoms developed after traveling, our first recommendation would be to be tested for parasites and infections (often picked up while traveling) like c. difficile, blast, etc. Your doctor can order stool tests, you can work with a practitioner, or you can look into ordering tests on your own (check out this article:https://healthygut.com/3-common-gut-infections/)

Gut Infections are a root cause of so many digestive problems, and Jordan and Steve didn’t get completely well until they addressed their underlying gut infections.

You can learn more about our recommended practitioners here: https://healthygut.com/practitioners/

If you have any questions or need more support, please email us at support@scdlifestyle.com

You’re welcome Chantelle! So glad we could connect here! I recommend this video too: https://healthygut.com/2012/11/episode-4-food-allergy-vs-food-intolerance-showdown/

It helps explain why you might be able to tolerate them later on!

Hi Chantelle – onion is definitely a problem food for many people. It is a high FODMAP food and many people do better on a modified low-FODMAP version of SCD, at least in the beginning.

You can learn more here: https://healthygut.com/dr-siebecker-explains-the-art-and-science-of-the-fodmap-diet-podcast-45/

The most important rule of SCD is customizing the diet for you – if onions cause a problem for you then they are a horseman for the “Chantelle Diet” and we advise you avoid them and maybe try reintroducing them later (Jordan couldn’t tolerate onions or garlic for a long time, but he can now!)

I hope this helps!

Hey Tammy, I’m so sorry you’re struggling with a flare right now. Based on what you’ve written, I think you would really benefit from a consult with one of our recommended practitioners. They take a functional medicine approach that is very different from a traditional GI. you can learn more here: https://healthygut.com/practitioners/

In the meantime, it sounds like you’re doing the right things. Healing is a long road and we have to be kind and patient with ourselves. Jordan recommends a day in bed and funny movies when you’re having a flare, and I agree. I hope you’re feeling much better really soon, Tammy.

Taking the same supplements, all SCD legal (fish oil, l-gludamine, etc). Eating every veggie cooked. Taking digestive enzymes. Even eating lofodmaps SCD veggies.

Loose stools have almost a chemical smell. Passing a lot of mucus, several times a day.

I am avoiding going back to the GI, as their drugs will only suppress my immune system and will never heal me anyway, plus they always want to do another scope and I am not interested in that, at this point. I only walk away with less money in my pocket and drugs that will never heal my gut.

Any suggestions?

Hi Gabe, thanks for commenting! I’m so glad you’re seeing great progress. Nuts just aren’t for everyone – read about Steve’s experience with nut flour here: https://healthygut.com/steve’s-scd-diet-healing-journal-week-18/

Regarding honey, you might want to check out this article on fructose malabsorption: https://healthygut.com/why-fructose-malabsorption-causes-gas-cramping-and-diarrhea-and-how-to-bea-it/

There is no average healing time for leaky gut, but it sounds like you’re making great progress so far, Gabe. Remember you can reach out to us anytime you need support!

Hi Jennifer, thanks for reaching out to us. We recommend you check out this article: https://healthygut.com/7-keys-for-fast-and-holistic-fat-loss/ Hormones are often linked to weight, and our Solving leaky Gut program addresses hormone imbalances. You can learn more by signing up for a free webinar here: http://solvingleakygut.com/webinar/live/

Hi Chris, The SCD diet has helped many people not only with diarrhea, but with constipation as well. We suggest starting by addressing your diet with our free quick start guide here: https://healthygut.com/scd-quick-start-guide/
Also, please read the following article on constipation, as it can be very helpful on your journey: https://healthygut.com/real-food-tips-constipation/
We also have an entire section of constipation related articles on our site, and these can be found here: https://healthygut.com/category/constipation/