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Posted 1/27/2015 3:58 AM (GMT 0)
Some websites say you can beans; others say you can't.

Some say grains; others say no grains.

I don't know what I'm supposed to follow.

Margaret
Posted 1/27/2015 4:08 AM (GMT 0)
It depends.

I asked this q on the other thread—but wasn't sure about your systemic anti fungal.

Regardless, if your yeast/fungal overgrowth is based in the GI tract, and depending on how long you think you've had it (based on sx or dx), and your "nature" to digest food appropriately (whether or not you've had previous digestive issues with grains, carbs) or if you are aware of genetic mutations that complicate digestion….

If your Y/F issue is significant, and if you answered yes to most of those issues listed above, I would stay away from all carbs except veggies for awhile until it is under control (meaning a couple of months). And legumes, without the correct preparation, can exacerbate GI distress (which is why I mentioned them in Marie's thread). I have also read that there is something bad about the type of carbs they are but can't remember it so won't try to restate it.

There are OTHER gastric-related reasons to avoid legumes but if you prepare them correctly, they are usually not an issue with Y/F overgrowth.

I cannot eat them anymore. I think part of it is because I subsisted on them for years due to my GI problems, and now with leaky gut (due to Y/F issues that I've had for decades) I'm now super-sensitive to them.

Hope that helps—

-p
Posted 1/27/2015 4:10 AM (GMT 0)
One main reason to stay away from grains is that they are nearly ALL GMO'd, which is terror on the gut. And they nearly all contain gluten, which causes inflammation in the mucosal lining of the intestines, which is already damaged due to leaky gut which most people w/ local GI yeast/fungal overgrowth have….

But I did pose a few q's to you about your dx in your other thread…

-p
Posted 1/27/2015 4:30 AM (GMT 0)
Thanks again -p. Aren't there any organic grains? What about certified gluten free grains? I never eat gluten.

I think I must have it in the gut, bc I still have a lot of issues, and also bc of the die off reactions I used to have. The main issue I'm having right now is severe, intractable constipation. I can't go to the bathroom at all on my own. I have to use glycerin suppositories to have even a bit of a result. I do pass a lot of gas, though maybe not as much as Marie's hubby (sorry Marie).

Meanwhile, I also have GERD and an irritated stomach.

Of course, my physical therapist told me to eat a lot of fiber, so I went out and bought legumes, ha ha!

I think I might just try a little Diflucan and see how it goes, and then start the diet after that.

Thanks for clarifying the foods. I have a bit of trouble with being grain free, bc the only alternative seems to be almond meal flour.

I try to rotate allergenic foods, and of course almonds is one of them.

THX!!
Posted 1/27/2015 4:43 AM (GMT 0)
The best way to eat grains is to make your own bread—using certified organic non GMO's grains.

The problem with gluten-free stuff is that it is nearly all processed. So you're still getting the GMO'd grains. And if it's certified organic and gluten-free, you're still getting substitutes for the gluten that your body cannot process well…

So best to find certified organic, non-GMO'd grains and look for gluten-free recipes.

Yes—sounds like you have Y/F gut issues as well. I posted about the Nystatin. This is a MUST for you. You're way past using natural remedies—you need to get this under control as quickly as possible. The longer your gut is compromised, the more damage to your immune system and the longer it takes you to heal from lyme & co.

Be careful with the fiber—your gut is inflamed and damaged. Y/F overgrowth damages the mucosal lining of your intestines—the yeast forms "roots" that burrow into the lining, creating microscopic holes. Fecal matter, bacteria, undigested food, yeast, and other crap seeps through these holes and gets into the blood stream, causing havoc throughout the body. So while the fiber is generally "good" it might be difficult for you to digest, particularly since you are already constipated. Maybe try magnesium for that… I'll give that more thought.

Hope that helps…


-p
Posted 1/27/2015 5:02 AM (GMT 0)
Yes, I'm taking crap loads of magnesium (pun intended), and it still isn't happening. It's magnesium citrate the fizzes when you add it to water.

Same with Vitamin C.

How do I convince my LLMD to give me Nystatin? Is there a test for this?

M
Posted 1/27/2015 5:24 AM (GMT 0)
Hopefully someone else will chime in regarding the constipation. My issues are diarrhea so I'm too far off that path to help probably.

Regarding the Nystatin—you already had the test. If the yeast/fungus is in your stool, it is in your gut, right? Well, the Nystatin treats your gut directly. The powder actually coats your mouth, throat, upper GI, stomach, lower GI ——all through your alimentary canal. No other anti fungal can do this.

The diflucan, however, goes into your stomach, dissolves and seeps through the stomach organ and into the bloodstream. So it is effective systemically but does nothing for your GI tract.

Llet her know that you've done your homework and yeast in stools is indicative of local Y/F overgrowth and you need a local anti fungal as well as the Diflucan. And let her know that you want the pure nystatin powder 1,000,000 units and then find a compounding pharmacist who will fill the Rx. This is a good site for dosing info that you can share with her:
www.drmyhill.co.uk/wiki/Nystatin_-_how_to_take_it

You might have to look on the internet if you can't find one in your area. Most ship across the country and mine ships for free (let me know if you want his info).

You can also share this info with her:
www.holistichelp.net/blog/what-is-the-most-effective-antifungal/

Very soon I will have my post for the "New to lyme?" thread finished… it's a whopper but has a lot of good info and resources that are essential for those of us who suffer from Y/F overgrowth. MDs and NDs do not understand Y/F treatment for some reason—another area of health we have to be very knowledgeable and proactive about.

-p
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