Comments on: 009: Steve Wright on Leaky Gut, Heartburn, & Digestion

By: SJ Winter

SJ Winter — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 15:09:31 +0000

In reply to Jen. Hi Jen, It's really about bio-individuality so you'll need to talk with a doctor who is well versed in treating this kind of stuff naturally. The risks depend on the individual. Best of luck!

By: Jen

Jen — Mon, 13 Sep 2021 18:08:28 +0000

I’ve read a lot that taking supplements can actually aggravate GERD and worsen your acid reflux, particularly magnesium. I take vegan capsule supplements of Vitamin C, Fish Oil, Magnesium, Maca Root, and Ginko every other day. Do you (pr anyone else in this thread) know if there is truth to this claim (about supplements worsening acid reflux)? I would really like to stay as natural as possible in the supplements I take, but what I can’t figure out is if there are different capsules or brands that will lessen the risk of GERD or not?

By: Katie Wells

Katie Wells — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 17:12:29 +0000

In reply to Mike.

Thanks for sharing your story, Mike. Here’s a recipe to make your own if anyone is looking: https://wellnessmama.com/663/sauerkraut-recipe/

By: Mike

Mike — Fri, 01 Feb 2019 04:24:28 +0000

I had loose really loose stool, steatorrhea, skin issues, ear infections, poor fat absorption for about a decade. My poop was a pity. It started getting worse. I went to a western med doc, what a complete joke. I went to a homeopathic doc, did a candida cleanse, went on bile acids, went on digestive enzymes. They worked kind of. I tried a couple candida cleanses, with appropriate diet, did the whole exclusion diet. Nothing really worked till I started eating sauerkraut and drank about a couple gallons of red cabbage juice over a month or so. I make my own kraut now with purple cabbage. Its super easy and really makes a lot of meals taste better. I also drank a couple gallons of fresh cabbage juice over a month or so. It can kill off bad bacteria because it has a natural sulfur and chlorine in it. It has L-Glutamine, an amino acid, that can heal the stomach and intestinal lining. Leaky gut can cause a host of issues. Anyway, my digestive system is fantastic now and I straight up give credit to sauerkraut. It worked in about a month and a half. I had a colonoscopy and endoscopy planned to see if I had some crazy stuff going on, but as the appointments got nearer my digestion got better. I went ahead with the procedure anyway, and everything looked good. What a relief that was. God bless the purple kraut!! MAKE YOUR OWN RED CABBAGE SAUERKRAUT!!!!!! LOTS OF BAD TO BONE PROBIOTICS THAT OVER THE COUNTER PROBIOTICS CANT REPLICATE!! let food be your medicine. I also drank a lot of bone broth.

By: Kara

Kara — Tue, 20 Feb 2018 02:49:15 +0000

I know this is an old podcast, but I just read the transcript and loved the info. However, I suffer from chronic gastritis and cannot tolerate HCL. I have tried many times and it always makes the burning in my stomach worse. I already eat very clean and avoid dairy, gluten, and sugar. The gastritis seems to flare up for no apparent reason. Suggestions? I am really tired of this and am starting to be very concerned about developing gastic cancer from all the inflamation.
Thanks!

By: Irma

Irma — Wed, 02 Aug 2017 23:13:32 +0000

Did you know that hydrogen peroxide is a component of honey? It’s actually what gives honey its antibiotic quality and it’s also found in Manuka honey. The flowers of the Manuka plant actually contains dihydroxyacetone. Additionally, this honey also contains methylglyoxal.

Because Manuka contains methylglyoxal, there’s the Unique Manuka Factor, which is used to determine the quality of all brands of Manuka honey.

The Unique Manuka factor is often used to measure the potency of the honey by measuring the compounds. In order for this type of honey to be potent enough for medicinal purposes, it should have a Unique Manuka Factor of five, which is adequate, while ten is the best. A rating of ten or high will label the honey as active Manuka honey or UMF Manuka honey.

By: isabel omalley

isabel omalley — Tue, 04 Apr 2017 16:56:54 +0000

In reply to Bethany. I was diagnosed once with H PYLORI. after having to buy the kit $500 once I started taking it I did not stop vomiting for 2 days. The pharmacist said continue is normal. My doctor said stop immediately. The two antibiotics did not agree with me. I met another doctor who gave me the name of other antibiotics to replace the ones in the box. I've been living with this ulcera all my life and when I take probiotics seems to cease. Also I learn not to eat or drink that cause the pain. To piece the pain, you put milk to freeze, and suck the ice of this milk slowly and is like a miracle.

By: Wellness Mama

Wellness Mama — Mon, 13 Jun 2016 21:45:12 +0000

In reply to Sara.

This is the one I’ve used https://www.amazon.com/Pro-Digestion-Supplement-Occasional-Seeking-Health/dp/B00AL3HUH2/ref=as_li_ss_tl?ie=UTF8&linkCode=ll1&tag=wellnessmama-20&linkId=6a1613d1aad5c05c79fe9856e0125834&language=en_US

By: Sara

Sara — Thu, 09 Jun 2016 21:28:20 +0000

Is there a link or recommendation for the digestive enzymes? I am very interested in trying them. I’m just starting the GAPS diet. Thank you for being so informative and thorough in your research and recommendations!

By: Anna

Anna — Fri, 15 Jan 2016 00:37:10 +0000

I was diagnosed with GERD last spring. I’m in the middle of an IVF cycle and want to know if Betaine HCL is safe for me to take. I’ll need to stop using the omeprazole once I’ve conceived. And besides that I have been on these meds for much longer than I wanted to be on it.

By: Karen

Karen — Sat, 19 Dec 2015 23:56:53 +0000

Thank you so much for this! I have been struggling with reflux disorder for about two years so I am excited to try the Betaine HCL.

By: Katie - Wellness Mama

Katie - Wellness Mama — Sun, 25 Jan 2015 19:10:47 +0000

In reply to Kim. She can listen to it via the player above, or download as well.

By: Kim

Kim — Sun, 25 Jan 2015 02:31:19 +0000

How can a friend listen to this in a format other than iTunes? She NEEDS this podcast, but she doesn’t have iTunes. I tried Stitcher, but this particular episode isn’t loaded there. She has a PC, and I don’t think she has a smartphone. Thank you so much!

By: Chelsea Cooper

Chelsea Cooper — Thu, 04 Sep 2014 00:31:39 +0000

Thanks for the info! I have been struggling with chronic heartburn for a very long time, and I have gotten fed up with doctors who pull out one pill after another, but never try to find the underlying cause. I have experimented and researched a lot on possible causes and natural remedies, etc. but nothing I have found has really made any difference. I did the Whole 30 for the second time this summer, and realized that I need to make the paleo diet a habit in my life. Not only was my heartburn a million times better, but I made the connection that both times I have gotten pregnant (after trying for some time) I was on a dairy free and grain free diet. Coincidence? My instincts tell me no. I haven’t found much on my own that addresses the specifics of heartburn causes, etc. in a way that makes sense to me, so I’m excited about the things I’ve learned in this podcast. I am struggling through the process of becoming a fully grain free and dairy free family, but I’m getting there with awesome resources like Wellness Mama! Thanks!

By: Jennifer

Jennifer — Wed, 02 Jul 2014 21:27:48 +0000

Wow! I learned so much by listening to this podcast yesterday! I recently started experiencing heartburn and a chronic glob of mucus in my throat which I’ve learned is caused from GERD. I plan to try some of these natural solutions that Steve discussed.

Thanks for the post show notes!

By: leah

leah — Sat, 28 Jun 2014 04:26:23 +0000

In reply to Bethany.

Hi Bethany, have you tried Manuka Honey? A family member had H.Pylori and treated it with a high UMF rated Manuka Honey. I have also taken it for stomach issues.

I think it’s recommend to use Manuka Honey with a minimum UMF rating of 18 (preferably stronger) to help with ulcers etc, but I guess everyone has different needs and tolerance levels 🙂

I have been able to get Manuka Honey from my local health food store. They stocked the stronger honey (higher UMF). Just thought this might help!

By: Nancy

Nancy — Fri, 27 Jun 2014 22:10:21 +0000

In reply to Bethany.

My naturopath
suggested cabbage juice raw 3X/day 1/2 cup
Licorish and plantain pills.
SOLVED ME IN 3 weeks

By: Bethany

Bethany — Tue, 24 Jun 2014 12:13:33 +0000

My primary care doctor put me on a PPI (Prilosec) for a suspected stomach ulcer. I won’t see a GI doctor for another month. Does anyone know if a PPI is safe to take for that long? And does this seem appropriate treatment for an ulcer?

(I was put on a very strong antibiotic a couple months ago that seems to have wrecked my gut. I’m doing much better now, likely thanks to probiotics and cleaning up my diet. The specific antibiotic I was on does not kill H.Pylori and I’m wondering if that’s the cause of my ulcer.)