Hi Tamara – glad to hear things are a bit better. Yes, please test out omitting eggs and see how you do. You can also consider adding in digestive enzymes: https://healthygut.com/who-needs-digestive-enzymes-and-how-to-take-them/

HI Anna – You may not have direct outward symptoms but that doesn’t mean the gut doesn’t react to them at a microscopic level! Omitting them will give the gut time to heal, so we do recommend still following the reintroduction steps:)

Even if I normally don’t have any sympthoms I want to help my body tackle the crohn’s disease by eating in a way that helps it to heal and keep the crohn’s in remission as long as possible.

If I’ve understand the scd diet correctly you slowly re-introduce food. How does that work if you don’t react on any food more than sugar, processed food and bigger amounts of gluten and diary-products? I don’t have problems with any nuts, meat, fish or vegetables except beans. Can you skip the re-introducing steps after the intro-diet? Or is this diet only for people who has a lot of sympthoms?
Sorry for my bad English.

Hi Coleen, as much as we’d like the process to be a quick one, it just takes time. We always say that we didnt’ get sick in 3 days and we won’t heal in 3 either. We’d suggest sticking with the diet and continue to let the body heal.

Hello Ing-Marie! It’s possible that you actually do react poorly to pears and just never were in a place to recognize it before. Go ahead and add in some digestive enzymes and continue to test out new foods. Your body is going through some major changes so try to give it some time ( I know it can be hard:)

Hi Michelle – from what you’ve said it looks like an AIP diet is eliminating 2 of the 3 symptoms. Looks like that is the better option for you!

Hi Heather – thanks for reaching out to us! The good news here is that changing your diet, healing your gut and adding in helpful supplements has the powerful ability to help every symptom/condition you’ve mentioned:) The truth is, research shows our gut plays a role in nearly every condition out there and the first step to healing is to address your gut. This free webinar explains it all very nicely and we’d encourage you to register to learn more: http://solvingleakygut.com/webinar/live-qva/

I scored 5 but I find I suffer somewhat differently from most. I do not have major intestinal complications. I have suffered from constipation my entire life and now it seems to be developing into IBM. My main concerns at this point are hypothyroidism, arthritis and joint pain, mast cell activation syndrome (triggered when I get a cold or flu), and anemia. I also have degenerative disc disease and suffer back pain daily. I have recently started discussing surgery with my physician and he pointed out a number of results in my labs which may be contributing to my pain. My reactions due to mcas have become soo severe that I progress to anaphylaxis and have to be treated with high doses of prednisone. So far no treatments have been effective in preventing or minimizing reactions. From what I have read most of what I experience relates to autoimmune conditions. I have a new physician and hope to work with him and potentially this diet to improve my conditions.
Thank you for the valuable information and I look forward to your reply.

Hi Ray – I’m so sorry to hear what you’re going through with your acne. Steve really struggled with acne too, and recovery was a long process.

It is possible you’re experiencing some symptoms of die-off having only been following the diet for 6 days – you can learn more here: https://healthygut.com/5-die-off-myths-everyone-needs-to-know-about/

Die-off usually clears up within 2 weeks.

I encourage you to stick with what you’re doing right now – it is hard to be patient when you’ve struggled with acne for so long, but since you’ve had acne for 15 years, you can’t expect it to clear up in just 6 days. Hang in there, you are on the right path!

Hi Joe – it is possible 3-4 bowel movements per day is healthy for you.

Please check out this article for more info: https://healthygut.com/pooping-101/

Hope this helps!

Hi Catherine, thanks so much for reaching out!

Betaine HCL helps with the digestion of protein, so we do not recommend your son use it if he is not eating significant proteins from animal sources.

Some people never experience the warm/burning sensation letting them know they’ve taken too much HCL – your son may be one of these people!

I recommend you consider trying digestive enzymes, which can help digest carbs, fat and protein. You can learn more here: https://healthygut.com/who-needs-digestive-enzymes-and-how-to-take-them/

We also believe diet and symptoms like acne are inherently linked – and that a vegan diet could be contributing to your son’s acne. You can learn more here: https://healthygut.com/prilosec-acne-and-rheumatoid-arthritis/

Really enjoy the information you share on your website. Just came across it a couple weeks ago. Read your article on low stomach acid and started supplementing my son. We are up to 11 with no burning/warming. He has had chronic acne on his face/back for the last 4 years, and seems to be developing other health issues as well. We are vegan and I have pulled the most common foods that would cause sensitivities. Any thoughts on the amount of Betaine HCL he takes? He took that amount and he was just eating rice, greens and a salad.

Thanks.

Hi Mallory! Thanks so much for reaching out to us and taking the time to ask about probiotics and enzymes. They’re really different, bt all the supplements can be overwhelming and confusing at first.

Enzymes are produced by your body and are also contained in the food you eat to help you break down food and better digest what you eat. Sometimes our bodies fail to produce adequate amounts of digestive enzymes – this is where a supplement comes in. Jordan discusses it more here: https://healthygut.com/who-needs-digestive-enzymes-and-how-to-take-them/

Here’s a brand we recommend (not all digestive enzymes are created equal!): http://amzn.to/1bQ6aHM

Probiotics are a source of healthy bacteria – our guts are full of bacteria and probiotics help bolster the good bacteria in there 🙂

Here’s a resource on probiotics: https://healthygut.com/2012/11/probiotics-for-inflammation-when-things-go-wrong-and-what-to-do-long-term/

We recommend both probiotics AND enzymes.

If you ever have questions or need support, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at support@scdlifestyle.com

My husband is very skeptical of how well this will work but I have 6 months before my next GI appointment and as long as things don’t get worse and the blood work shows lower inflammation markers I’ll consider it a success.

My biggest concern is knowing what supplements I should take and what kind. I don’t really understand the difference between probiotics and enzymes.

Hi Lauren,

I too suffer with Samters and, like you, have tried many variations of diet to try to improve things. One thing worth considering is that the volume of salicylates you consume may not be the primary driver of your inflammation. In my experience reducing sals levels had a fairly minor effect but limiting PUFA omega-6 intake was far more significant.

My own theory on this is that you will never be able to reduce the level of arachidonic acid in your system far enough to damp down the inflammation if your ratio n-6:n-3 fatty acids is skewed. The next logical step is to try to reduce those substances that ‘amplify’ your inflammatory response.

For example, if we theorize that those with Sampters have a x5 multiplier on their inflammatory response then this could potentially be offset to some degree by adjusting the omega ratio downwards in proportion. If you could rebalance n-6:n:3 to a 4:1 ratio then I think it would be more beneficial than limiting sals intake.

Good luck
Duncan

That’s great Kimberly 🙂 I know you’ll keep improving every day!

Hi Marlene. Thanks for commenting. I’m really sorry you’re experiencing all these problems. Based on what you’ve written, I think you would experience the best results from working one-on-one with either Stephanie or Brie, our recommended practitioners. They can look at your entire case history and help you develop a path to healing that is customized to you. Here’s a link where you can learn more: https://healthygut.com/practitioners/

I admire your courage and perseverance to get better! I hope the information I’ve provided helps you.

Hi Esther, Steve and Jordan’s research indicates that weight issues are typically closely linked to hormones and adrenal health. They address both of these specifically in the Solving Leaky Gut program – you can learn more by attending a free webinar. Sign up here – I think that you will gain a lot of valuable information: http://solvingleakygut.com/webinar/live/ You may also want to check out this podcast: https://healthygut.com/the-unspoken-forces-of-food/

I hope this helps, Esther!

Hi Andrea! It’s great to hear you’re feeling better. Not everyone experiences die-off, especially if you were eating more closely to the SCD template before you began the diet. It really depends on the individual! The most important thing is that you’re having improvement in your symptoms 🙂

Hi Eve, congratulations on your decision to start SCD. We recommend you avoid the foods you know you’re intolerant of for now. You can substitute with other allowed foods. If you need help substituting foods on the intro diet, you can reach out to us at support@scdlifestyle.com

Some common substitutes on the Intro Diet:
Beef instead of chicken for the intro soup
Zucchini or cucumber instead of carrots
Skipping the gelatin or using lime or lemon juice or water instead of grape juice to prepare it

Please reach out to use if you need more help! Support@scdlifestyle.com

Hi Michelle, thanks so much for commenting. Both of our programs have helped many people with SIBO and they can help you too.

The best place to start is by reading this article here to best understand the ins and outs of SIBO: https://healthygut.com/everything-you-need-to-know-about-sibo-small-intestinal-bacterial-overgrowth/

We have two different programs that can help you with this infection, and we encourage you to look into both to see what may fit your needs best, especially as an athlete.

Our SCD program provides the basic framework for a diet that will help reset your gut flora by eliminating foods that unhealthy bacteria feed on. It is important to remember, however, that diet is only one part of it and you will most likely need supplements to help address the issue as well.

If you are in need of a practitioner to assist you in this area, you can go here: https://healthygut.com/practitioners/

The second option is our Solving Leaky Gut product, which includes supplement protocols in addition to diet and lifestyle recommendations. This program is more comprehensive, contains the newest research, and has a gut infection protocol with in. While the diet is based on many of the principles of SCD, it is not the same as SCD and includes foods like rice and potatoes in the second stage.

We highly encourage you to sign up for one of our Free webinars on Solving Leaky Gut, as this will help you understand the product on a whole new level: http://solvingleakygut.com/webinar/live/

This podcast from Dr. Siebecker, hosted by Steve, is very informative and can also help: https://healthygut.com/dr-siebecker-explains-the-art-and-science-of-the-fodmap-diet-podcast-45/

If you have more questions, please feel free to email us at support@scdlifestyle.com We would be be happy to help 🙂

Hi Kim. Based on our experience, bleeding is not a symptom of die-off. We recommend you consult your doctor or practitioner and let them know about the changes.

Hi Ida, thanks for reaching out. Going gluten free is a great start, and we suggest taking it to another level to make the health gains you are hoping to. The SCD diet would be a great diet for you and we suggest starting here: https://healthygut.com/scd-quick-start-guide/

Hey Dave,
For some reason your post really moved me. I heard the sadness and desperation in your words, which I can relate to. I have been struggling with Crohn’s for 24 years. I have had surgeries, tons of different medications (all which seem to have horrible side effects, more hospital stays than I care to mention (I actually got MRSA from the latest hospitalization) and with all the drug therapies and surgeries, I am still very sick. The only thing that truly keeps me going is my two young children, who desperately need a healthy, happy mom. I started this diet because I’ve decided to try to heal myself. Im only 2 days in, but I’m hopeful…and a little desperate for something to give me some relief. I pray that you are able to remain strong, especially for your daughter. I have no words of wisdom to offer or any advice about this particular diet, but I wanted to commend you for reaching out and trying to be proactive in your healing. You have given me incentive to work even harder today, not just for me, but for my kids. Thank you!

HI Vanessa, good for you for changing your diet. You may consider a few other things as well, such as digestive enzymes-https://healthygut.com/recommended-products/ Also, the help of a practitioner would be very beneficial as well- https://healthygut.com/practitioners/. Please read this article as well: https://healthygut.com/what-to-do-when-the-scd-diet-isnt-working/

The SCD diet has helped many people in your same shoes regain their health.

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/

HI Dave, thanks for reaching out! We have seen this diet work for many people with varying symptoms and conditions.

While no one can guarantee what will and will not work, we suggest reading this article on your question here: https://healthygut.com/will-paleo-or-scd-work-for-me-the-hidden-truth-behind-your-question/
Many different conditions are related to gut issues and chances are, healing your gut can only help you regain your health.
Please do let us know if we can assist you in any other way.

Thanks for sharing Richard! Please look for an email from support@scdlifestyle to follow up on your comment!

Slippery Elm works wonders, but what really helped my leaky gut is Gelatin [Knox or Pure Beef} Mix one tablespoon in a couple of oz. of cold water for about a minute then add some Lemon and coconut oil and hot water to make about 8 oz. I did this morning and night for two months and can now eat Meat and eggs and chicken etc. after many years of not being able to.The Gelatin in the SCD Diet is great too. I eat alot of that too. SCD works for me, I modify it a bit but it works, just keep at it with a positive attitude and , Yes lower the Stress Level … is a killer as we know.

Hi Michelle, thank for reaching out! I would like to point out the statement on the sales page regarding vegans: “If you do not eat meat, don’t buy this because there aren’t any options for you.” With that being said, we suggest you view this podcast for other options: https://healthygut.com/vegetarians-tips-for-improving-gut-health/