Stomach issues & update on desbio

Is anyone taking additional herbs or supplements for stomach issues as well?
I have gastritis and gerd and my treatment has brought it out full force and my go to pepto and antacids aren’t helping much anymore. I’m wondering if I’m going to have to get back on omeprazole. Anyone taking anything like that?

Update I am on vial #3 on the desbio treatment
I have lots of brain fog
Stomach pain and burping
Diarrhea is gone but having clay colored stools
My arms feel very achy and weak
Some back pain as well
And feel very out of breath

I’m going to be cleaning up my diet this week to see if it helps the treatment and stomach issues

Those are some really good suggestions Sara!

Lea I think I have developed Gastritis and GERD, I'm seeing a gastroenterologist soon to find out more.

I have been trying to heal them with dietary, lifestyle and supplement / herbal changes so I can share what I've been doing

- avoid fatty foods, fried foods, inflammatory seed oils
- avoid processed foods / avoid refined sugar
- avoiding certain spices, vinegar, coconut aminos
- eating small meals / avoid eating a lot of food at once
- don't eat within 3-4h of going to bed
- avoid drinking water with meals
- sleeping on left side
- raising the head of the bed
- after eating and drinking sitting upright / not laying down

Supplement called acid reflux relief by Global Healing which contains aloe vera, meadowsweet, slippery elm, chamomile, marshmallow, ginger, apple cider vinegar

Supplement called GI Relief (formally called GI Encap) by Thorne which contains DGL Liquorice, Marshmallow, Slippery Elm, Aloe Vera

I'll be honest I haven't had much luck, doing these things stops it from getting worse and reduces the severity of my symptoms but it doesn't make it go away. The only thing that makes a difference is barely eating or drinking anything (bc food and drink triggers mine) which isn't sustainable or good for us in the long run.

Do you know what caused yours? What do you currently do to help yours?

Post Edited (pinkblossom) : 9/21/2024 5:38:11 AM (GMT-4)

MooseSafari said...
Interesting sleeping on your left side, what good does it do for the body..?

The following comes from Microsoft Copilot:

Yes, sleeping on your left side can indeed help with certain stomach and gastrointestinal issues. Here's how and why it works:

Benefits of Sleeping on Your Left Side

1. Improves Digestion: When you sleep on your left side, gravity helps food move more easily from the small intestine to the large intestine. This can aid in smoother digestion and more regular bowel movements¹.

2. Reduces Heartburn and Acid Reflux: Sleeping on your left side can help reduce acid reflux and heartburn. This position keeps the junction between the stomach and esophagus above the level of gastric acid, preventing it from flowing back into the esophagus³.

3. Enhances Waste Elimination: Gravity helps waste move through the colon more efficiently when you sleep on your left side. This can be particularly beneficial for people with constipation or other digestive issues¹.

4. Supports Heart Health: This position can also benefit your heart by improving circulation and reducing pressure on the heart, which is located slightly to the left in your chest².

How to Optimize Left-Side Sleeping

- Use a Firm Pillow: Place a firm pillow between your knees to keep your spine aligned and reduce pressure on your hips and lower back.
- Hug a Pillow: Holding a pillow can help support your upper body and maintain a comfortable position.
- Alternate Sides: If your shoulder starts to feel uncomfortable, try switching sides occasionally.

¹: Healthline https://www.healthline.com/health/healthy-sleep/sleep-effects-digestion
²: Preventive Medicine Daily https://www.preventivemedicinedaily.com/healthy-living/wellness/sleep/what-happens-to-your-body-when-you-sleep-on-your-left-side-surprising-health-benefits-revealed
³: Verywell Health https://www.verywellhealth.com/best-sleeping-position-for-digestion-5212643

Source: Conversation with Copilot, 9/22/2024
(1) Why Your Gut Wants You to Sleep on Your Left Side Every Night - Healthline. https://www.healthline.com/health/healthy-sleep/sleep-effects-digestion
(2) What’s the Best Sleeping Position for Digestion? - Verywell Health. https://www.verywellhealth.com/best-sleeping-position-for-digestion-5212643
(3) What happens to your body when you sleep on your left side: Surprising .... https://www.preventivemedicinedaily.com/healthy-living/wellness/sleep/what-happens-to-your-body-when-you-sleep-on-your-left-side-surprising-health-benefits-revealed
(4) What Is the Best Sleeping Position for Digestion? - HealthCentral. https://www.healthcentral.com/digestive-health/best-sleeping-position-for-digestion

I’m thinking the stool color is due to the supplements I may be taking it was clay colored and then dark green and now it’s a light brown color. I am drinking lemon water and chlorophyll in the mornings. So I’m guessing it could be a mix of that and my tinctures.

I got on omeprazole and that’s really helped me with the upper stomach pain. I’m guessing the treatment irritated my gastritis.
I used to see a gastroenterologist but I stopped going after I got it under control he would prescribe omeprazole and librax. Naturalpath says it’s from too little acid not too much acid as most drs say.

I’ve taken probiotics on and off but I think it was the fact that she put me on it AM and PM so it was maybe a lot for me and caused diarrhea. So I lowered it to just once a day.

How could I know if I have issues with gallbladder or liver? Every time I have gone for lab work I’ve been told it’s normal.
And I’m not sure about mast cell activation never heard of it.

Also I do have candida so I’m just trying not to eat too much sugar and she said my omniessentials and probiotic would help with it as well.

With gastritis / GERD, citrus fruits are not recommended due to the acidic nature of them can worsen symptoms so it's usually recommend to avoid these

I noticed you said you were drinking lemon water so I just wanted to let you know incase you didn't know that already

Also oranges, pineapple, lime, grapefruit are considered citrus fruits and recommended to avoid

There are lists available online with which other foods to avoid if you have GERD / gastritis which I've found helpful

I have stopped the lemon water and replaced it with just some herbal tea as well as taking omeprazole and so far stomach is doing okay.

And I haven’t had those specific vitamin d checked but I do know overall my vitamin d is low since I get prescribed vitamin d to take once a week.
But I don’t have white or cloudy urine.
It’s mostly a neon color due to the omniessentials I believe it’s the vitamin b that causes the bright urine.
I started having a tender spot on my right side flank just a small area not sure if it’s from my kidney since it’s a bit lower than that but I started drinking dandelion tea just in case.