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Nutritional Counseling For Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a functional disorder. This means it is an issue with the ‘function’ of the organ without permanent damage. IBS is very common and affects 10-20% of the U.S. population. Stress, more often than not, is the trigger to IBS.
IBS is sometimes referred to as “leaky gut” and essentially a disturbance between the brain and the gut. Chiropractic care can assist significantly in this condition as it balances out the communication between the brain and GI system. Poor dietary habits, food sensitivities, and high stress also contribute.
Generally, an elimination type diet is recommended to determine/eliminate food hypersensitivities. The most common triggers are dairy, gluten and corn. If a patient has severe gas/bloating, we want to eliminate gas forming foods (legumes, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, onions and garlic). After a period of rest from these foods, a patient can introduce them back in their diet (steamed/cooked) as this type of cooking causes less digestive stress. Avoid nightshade vegetables (tomatoes, white potatoes, eggplant and bell peppers) as well as citrus (tomatoes, oranges, grapefruit). Get plenty of essential fatty acids (fatty fish, flax) and eat an alkaline and varied diet (at least 50% veggies/fruit).
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Irritable Bowel Syndrome
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a functional disorder that affects 10-20% of the U.S. population. This means IBS is an issue with the “function of the organ without resulting in permanent damage.
Sometimes referred to as “leaky gut”, IBS is, more often than not, triggered by stress resulting in a disturbance between the brain and the gut.
Chiropractic care can assist significantly in this condition as it balances out the communication between the brain and the GI system. Poor dietary habits, food sensitivities, and high stress can also contribute to healing your gut.
What Is Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is a functional disorder. This means it is an issue with the ‘function’ of the organ without permanent damage. IBS is very common and affects 10-20% of the US population. Stress, more often than not, is the trigger to IBS.
IBS is sometimes referred to as “leaky gut” and essentially a disturbance between the brain and the gut. Chiropractic care can assist significantly in this condition as it balances out the communication between the brain and the GI system. Poor dietary habits, food sensitivities, and high stress also contribute to acquiring IBS.
How To Treat IBS
Generally, an elimination type diet is recommended to determine and eliminate food hypersensitivities. The most common triggers are dairy, gluten, and corn. If a patient has severe gas or bloating, we want to eliminate gas-forming foods (legumes, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, onions, and garlic).
After a period of rest from these foods, a patient can introduce them back in there diet (steamed/cooked) as this type of cooking causes less digestive stress. Avoid nightshade vegetables (tomatoes, white potatoes, eggplant, and bell peppers) as well as citrus (tomatoes, oranges, grapefruit). Get plenty of essential fatty acids (fatty fish, flax) and eat an alkaline and varied diet (at least 50% veggies, 50% fruit).
The "Four R's" For Treating Irritable Bowel Syndrome
The general protocol to treat IBS, also known as leaky gut, is to follow the 4 R’s program: Remove, Replace, Reinoculate, and Repair.
As well as a dietary change and supplementation, we recommend that you add the following habits to your daily routine:
– Anti-inflammatory diet; eliminate food allergens & triggers
– Focus on chewing food until it is a liquid; at LEAST 30 times before swallowing.
– Eat small meals (don’t overeat); high fiber diet (especially soluble fiber)
– Hydrate: Drink ½ body weight in oz/day; Drink ~¼-½ cup of water every 30 minutes; swish in mouth
1. Remove
You’ll want to begin an anti-inflammatory diet and remove problem foods, food allergens, antimicrobials, and antibiotics from your diet.
2. Replace
Replace stomach acid (with Betaine & Pepsin) and/or enzymes (with Digestzyme-V) that your body may be lacking to help boost digestion.
3. Reinoculate
You need to reinoculate your gut with Probiotic 225 & SBI Protect (immunoglobulin) to boost the number of healthy bacteria that break down your food and producing certain vitamins, such as B vitamins, vitamin K, and other nutritive substances.
4. Repair
Supplement your body to begin healing your gut: InflammaCore (Medical food for inflammation); Glutashield (Glutamine, DGL, aloe formula); Orthomega 820 (Omega-3 fatty acids)
Supplements For Treating IBS
Betaine & Pepsin
(HCl Replacement)
Benefits of Betaine & Pepsin
Provides Hydrochloric Acid to Help Maintain Gastric pH
Promotes Healthy Digestion, Especially of Dietary Protein
Supports Overall Nutrient Absorption
Digestzyme-V
Enzyme Replacement
Benefits of Digestzyme-V
Supports Healthy Digestion and Maximizes Nutrient Absorption
Targeted Enzyme Support for Food Sensitivities
Designed to Enhance the Benefits of a Plant-Rich Diet
Stimulates the Release and Production of Natural Digestive Enzymes in the Pancreas
Supports Gastric Acid Balance and Digestive Function
Probiotic 225
Booste Good Bacteria
Benefits of Probiotic 225
Accelerates the Proliferation of Healthy Intestinal Microflora
Promotes a Rapid Immune Response
Maintains Normal Inflammatory Balance
SBI Protect Powder
Maintain Gut Immunity
Benefits of SBI Protect
Provides Concentrated Immunoglobulins to Enhance Mucosal Immunity
Helps Maintain Microbial Balance
Supports GI Barrier Health and Integrity
Helps Maintain Normal Inflammatory Balance
InflammaCORE Powder
Reduce Inflammation & Repair Your Gut
Benefits of InflammaCORE
Maintains Normal Inflammatory Balance
Strengthens GI Barrier Function
Boosts Immune Function
Provides Key Nutrients for Cell Replication
Increases Antioxidant Protection
GlutaShield Powder
Nutrition For Gut Lining
Benefits of GlutaShield
Supports GI Barrier Health and Integrity
Maintains Normal Inflammatory Balance and Healthy Gut Epithelium
Provides Concentrated Nutrition for GI Cells
Orthomega 820 Capsules
Maintain Inflammatory Response
Benefits of Orthomega 820
Supports Cardiovascular Health and Blood Sugar Metabolism
Supports Cognitive Function and Development
Supports Healthy Skin, Joints, and Connective Tissues
Increases Visual and Ocular Health
Maintains Normal Inflammatory Balance
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