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(Digestive Series IV): Leaky Gut and Celiac Disease
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| CHI HEALTH LETTER |
October 23, 2015 |
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About 10 years ago, a 7-year-old boy was brought in for a consultation with Dr. Chi. He had many food allergies, was very skinny and had various health issues. His parents were very worried, of course. Despite many tests, they couldn't find the cause of all his health issues.
Now it is known that he has Celiac disease. Back then, not much was known about the disease so the boy was not properly diagnosed.
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CELIAC DISEASE |
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Celiac disease affects about 10% - 20% of American, with many more undiagnosed cases. It is mainly an autoimmune condition that develops at any age where gluten intake triggers inflammation in the small intestines, leading to damage that causes hyperpermeability.
The intestines are like cheesecloth, with many pores. Damage to the intestinal lining can make it more permeable, allowing endotoxins to pass through intestinal tissue to the bloodstream, initiating the body’s autoimmune response to them.
Celiac Disease Increases Risk of Other Autoimmune Conditions
Celiac disease is an autoimmune disorder that is inherited. If you have Celiac disease, your children, siblings and parents have a 1 in 10 chance of developing it, too.
The older you are when it is diagnosed, the risk of developing another autoimmune condition can be up to 34% if diagnosed by age 20 or older (Reference: Celiac Disease Foundation). Having Celiac disease also predisposes you to other autoimmune conditions like anemia (12-69%), autoimmune thyroid disease (26%), dermatitis herpetiformis/eczema (25%), lymphocytic colitis (15-27%), Type 1 diabetes (8-10%), peripheral neuropathy (10-12%), etc.
Conventional diagnosis of Celiac disease involves either a blood test to screen for certain antibodies (tTG-IgA) or an endoscopic biopsy.
Celiac Disease vs Gluten Sensitivity
It is important to distinguish between Celiac disease and gluten sensitivity. If you are gluten sensitive, it doesn’t mean you have Celiac disease although you may suffer the same symptoms. Gluten sensitive individuals do not have the intestinal damage associated with Celiac disease.
There is no known cure for Celiac Disease. Currently, strictly avoiding gluten in the diet is the only recognized treatment for it; however, there are ways to manage associated symptoms and health risks.
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GI CHI, DIGESTRON and PSORICAID/AUTOCIN for Celiac Disease and Increased Incidence of Inflammatory Bowel Disease |
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There is an increased incidence of Inlfammatory Bowel Diseeases (IBD) among individuals who have Celiac disease, with more Crohn’s disease than ulcerative colitis. As discussed in our October 16, 2015
Chi Health Letter, GI Chi, Digestron and Psoricaid/Autocin are recommended to help manage IBD. For people with Celiac disease, avoidance of gluten is most important but this combination of supplements will also be beneficial for symptoms.
- GI CHI can reduce gastrointestinal inflammation as well as infection. It is also effective in managing symptoms associated with Celiac disease, such as diarrhea.
- DIGESTRON can help repair the damage to intestinal mucosa and increase nutrient absorption. Like GI Chi, it can also help reduce digestive symptoms like diarrhea and abdominal pain and bloating.
- If GI Chi and Digestron do not produce the response expected after a few weeks, PSORICAID or AUTOCIN can be added. Both have natural anti-inflammatory properties and are recommended for many autoimmune conditions.
Many scientists suggest a colonoscopy for people over the age of 40 who are anemic, have chronic diarrhea and are diagnosed with Celiac disease. If you are one of these people, be sure to take Angiostop at least a month before undergoing colonoscopy in order to reduce the risk for recurrence or malignancy
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KIDNEY CHI Reduces Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth |
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Because intestinal lining becomes damaged and more porous in Celiac disease, bacteria that typically grow in the large intestines or colon are also found in the small intestines. Taking Kidney Chi will help inhibit bacteria such as E. coli, Staphylococcus, Streptococcus and more.
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DIGESTRON for Insufficient Digestive Enzymes and Nutrient Absorption |
Celiac disease also affects the pancreas’ production of digestive enzymes, making it difficult to digest foods. There is also an increased risk for hypoglycemia among those with Celiac disease. This is because the small intestine cannot absorb nutrients properly. For example, iron, calcium and Vitamin D deficiencies are common in Celiac. Anemia (low iron), osteoporosis (low calcium, Vitamin D) and low folic acid levels are seen among Celiac patients.
Digestron can be taken to promote pancreatic production of digestive enzymes. Unlike taking digestive enzymes supplements, Digestron will not make your pancreas lazy because it doesn’t rely on the supplements for the enzymes, rather it stimulates its own production of more enzymes, promoting nutrient absorption.
For individuals who already develop nutrient deficiencies, the following are recommended:
- For low iron/anemia, take Chi-F, which is known for its blood-enriching properties.
- For low calcium, Vitamin D and osteoporosis, take Youth Chi. It will promote the absorption of calcium into the bones, increasing bone mass density and reducing bone loss.
- For low folic acid, take Asparagus Extract, a rich natural source of organic folate
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LEAKY GUT SYNDROME |
Even worse than Celiac disease, leaky gut is a condition in which the mucosal barrier of the intestines is damaged, making it highly permeable or leaky and allowing larger food particles, toxins, germs and waste to get into the bloodstream. Severe cases of leaky gut can lead to autoimmune conditions such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, and fibromyalgia.
Hyperpermeability of the intestines leads to inflammation and can lead to the following:
- Poor nutrient absorption – The damaged microvilli in the intestinal lining are not able to produce the digestive enzymes needed to break down food for proper digestion.
- Increased food sensitivities – Food particles and other toxins that leak into the bloodstream is now considered a “foreign” object and the body mounts an immune response to them, triggering an inflammatory process that causes many of the symptoms associated with food sensitivities.
- Damage to intestine’s detoxification capability can potentially overload the liver. When food particles and other toxins leak into the bloodstream, the liver tries to filter them out, a job that was supposed to be done by the intestinal lining. Most of the time the liver cannot keep up with the constant flow of these leaked molecules, causing liver dysfunction.
- Loss of intestines’ protective mucosa causes increased risk for infection in the gastrointestinal tract. The spread of infection (bacterial and yeast) from intestine is also higher due to increased intestinal permeability, which may allow substances to leak into your bloodstream. Furthermore, the gut is our biggest immune system organ, so anything affecting it lowers our immunity, increasing infection risk.
Low thyroid function can increase permeability of the intestines and risk for non-alcoholic fatty liver. More details regarding this will be discussed in the next issue.
If you see an oily substance in your urine, then this is a sign of leaky gut. According to the US National Library of Medicine, symptoms of a leaky gut include bloating, fatigue, digestive problems, mood swings and headaches. Sometimes it can be difficult to determine if you have leaky gut because it shares the same symptoms as a host of other diseases. But if you have multiple food sensitivities, and the symptoms do not immediately resolve with food avoidance, then you likely have a leaky gut. |
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MANAGE LEAKY GUT WITH DIET AND SUPPLEMENTS |
GET RID OF INTESTINAL INFLAMMATION WITH GI CHI AND YEAST/BACTERIAL INFECTION WITH KIDNEY CHI
Inflammation is considered the number one underlying cause of damage to the protective barrier of the intestines. This leads to the intestinal tears that allow substances to leak through the gut and into the bloodstream. Besides diet, GI Chi can help reduce inflammation in the intestines.
Yeast (candida) and bacterial overgrowth can also increase intestinal permeability so it is also important to address this. Furthermore, yeast overgrowth can cause food cravings, which can worsen leakage and, therefore, the associated symptoms. Avoiding carbohydrates can reduce yeast overgrowth.
Kidney Chi, an anti-bacterial and anti-candida supplement, can also help get rid of the infection.
PROTECT GUT IMMUNITY WITH CFC AND PROBIOTICS
Our gut constitutes about 70% of our immune system. This is why any damage to our digestive system can trigger so many other health issues. To protect our gut immunity, we need to preserve good intestinal bacteria (or gut flora). When gut flora is disrupted (e.g., by antibiotic use, chronic stress), bacteria, candida and other pathogens can easily settle in the gut and initiate the damage to the intestinal lining that causes hyperpermeability.
To improve gut immunity, you can take probiotics. If there is no serious diarrhea, also take CFC. Taking probiotics can help replace good bacteria in your intestines and protect against bad bacteria.
CFC is a natural supplement that detoxifies the colon and promotes the growth of good bacteria such as lactobacillus and acidophilus. It also improves bowel regularity in order to get rid of toxins. It also helps regulate pH level in the intestines to protect the intestinal lining and prevent the growth of pathogens. Lastly, it can also prevent the toxic reabsorption of bile acids in the colon. In the following case, taking CFC improved gut immunity thereby eliminating sinus symptoms.
J. Chang from FL has a male client who found that CFC has helped clear his sinus allergies. He took 2-3 capsules before lunch, 3 capsules before dinner and 3 capsules at bedtime. In 1 year he didn’t have any sinus allergies anymore.
There is a belief that having a bowel movement at night can contribute towards longer life. This is because a bowel movement cleanses the body before sleep, allowing for better bodily functions at night. |
THE LEAKY GUT DIET
There really is no single food or group of foods that can cause leaky gut. But avoiding sugar, carbohydrates, gluten and dairy can help reduce gastrointestinal inflammation and starve out yeast overgrowth. Many chemical additives in processed foods can also trigger an inflammatory response within the digestive tract and should be avoided. Alcohol impairs liver function and can steal nutrients from the intestines. NSAIDS and many painkillers can cause further damage to the intestinal lining and should also be avoided.
DIGESTRON, GI CHI, CFC AND KIDNEY CHI FOR LEAKY GUT
Supplements like Digestron, GI Chi, CFC and Kidney Chi are recommended for leaky gut.
- DIGESTRON will help restore intestinal mucosa and repair damage. It also promotes the production of digestive enzymes to help you break down food particles before they leak into the bloodstream.
- GI CHI will help reduce inflammation in the digestive tract and address possible infection.
- CFC – The gut is our biggest immune organ. CFC can promote the growth of good bacteria that can protect the intestinal lining.
- KIDNEY CHI has been shown to inhibit both bacteria and Candida. The presence of galactodes/lactulose (while milky substances) in the urine can indicate a leaky gut. In a large clinical study, Kidney Chi was found to be 60.81% effective in 148 individuals with urine galactodes.
- PSORICAID or AUTOCIN – If the leaky gut has caused autoimmune conditions, then take Psoricaid or Autocin to reduce this is recommended if the autoimmune condition is serious.
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SUMMARY
If you have Celiac disease, avoiding gluten is very important. You can also take GI Chi with Digestron to help reduce inflammation and symptoms and repair intestinal damage. Celiac disease may also be worsened if you have high estrogen and low thyroid function. If this is the case, take Myomin to reduce estrogen and Pro-Metabolic to improve thyroid function.
If you see an oily substance in your urine, this signifies leaky gut syndrome. Take GI Chi and Digestron to reduce inflammation and repair damage to the intestinal lining. Kidney Chi can help address infection that may be causing intestinal hyperpermeability while CFC can protect gut immunity. Take Psoricaid or Autocin if the autoimmune condition is serious.
There is also an increased risk of infection in both Celiac disease and leaky gut. Kidney Chi can help address both bacterial and yeast infections while GI Chi can inhibit various types of pathogens.
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