Interesting....
http://tv.greenmedinfo.com/the-1-gluten-free-mistake/
http://tv.greenmedinfo.com/the-3-most-d ... free-diet/
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Linda :)
LC Oct. 2012
MTHFR gene mutation and many more....
LC Oct. 2012
MTHFR gene mutation and many more....
Hi Linda,
Chiropractors all over the country are jumping on the food sensitivity bandwagon and trying to convince everyone that they can treat food sensitivities. GI docs have given them this opportunity by ignoring the problem of food sensitivities for way too long. So now chiropractors are trying to treat GI issues and a few are even proclaiming themselves to be qualified to treat the neurological issues that are often associated with certain food sensitivities.
While advanced intestinal permeability issues appear to open the door to various additional food sensitivity issues, a leaky gut is virtually always initially caused by either untreated gluten sensitivity, too much sugar in the diet, or too much alcohol in the diet. But once leaky gut develops, it can only become worse, unless serous steps are taken to bring it under control.
There are even labs that specialize in cross-reactivity testing, and they offer virtually any test you can think of that might be connected with the concept of cross-reactivity. We have at least one member who went through that testing at the request of a doctor who seems to specialize in that sort of thing. I don't recall that the test results provided any information that actually resulted in any benefits to the patient (though I'm sure that the doctor and the lab made a pretty penny out of the deal).
Frankly, I'm not convinced that cross-reactivity (if it exists) is much more than just another gimmick designed to separate patients from their hard-earned money. These days, a good medical researcher can (and they frequently do) write research reports that make claims that are totally unsubstantiated by the research that was done. Some of them virtually call black, white, and vice versa, and their peers rarely object, because they are all in the same boat, relying on grant money to product research reports that satisfy the people who are providing the money. I wouldn't rule out the remote possibility that there is some degree of substance in the cross-reactivity concept, but I'd like to see more convincing evidence before I accept it as valid information that can actually be relied upon to improve a patient's treatment program.
That said, we've always maintained on this board that the fastest way to recover from an MC flare is to eat a simple, bland diet, and to avoid fiber, all raw fruits and vegetables, sugar and artificial sweeteners. Avoiding gluten is of the utmost importance, of course, and it's usually advantageous to also avoid all other grains. If someone feels that they can't live without grains, then the safest grains are usually (not always, depending on the individual) rice and corn, in that order. Sure tomatoes are a problem, because they are acidic. That applies to all other citrus fruits, also. And yes, some people such as yourself are sensitive to white potatoes, but that's not a common problem with MC. I have a lot of food sensitivities, but I've eaten potatoes all my life, without any problems. Your food sensitivity pattern seems to fit the "cross-reactivity" concept better than probably about 95 % if the members here.
I've even been told by a chiropractor (and I'm aware of others who have also been told this) that they (chiropractors) could "cure" food sensitivities by means of a regularly scheduled program of "adjustments". If there's any truth in that, I'm a
's uncle, and it makes me doubt everything else they say about digestive system issues, because it makes me question how well they actually understand food sensitivities. They may be able to make a patient feel better by physical manipulation, but they're not going to alter immune system responses, nor reset genes, by means of exogenous physical stimulation. I can't blame them for trying to sell their services and cash in on a trend though, because food sensitivities constitutes a rapidly-growing medical issue, all over the world.
But that's just my opinion, and I could be all wet.
Tex
Chiropractors all over the country are jumping on the food sensitivity bandwagon and trying to convince everyone that they can treat food sensitivities. GI docs have given them this opportunity by ignoring the problem of food sensitivities for way too long. So now chiropractors are trying to treat GI issues and a few are even proclaiming themselves to be qualified to treat the neurological issues that are often associated with certain food sensitivities.
While advanced intestinal permeability issues appear to open the door to various additional food sensitivity issues, a leaky gut is virtually always initially caused by either untreated gluten sensitivity, too much sugar in the diet, or too much alcohol in the diet. But once leaky gut develops, it can only become worse, unless serous steps are taken to bring it under control.
There are even labs that specialize in cross-reactivity testing, and they offer virtually any test you can think of that might be connected with the concept of cross-reactivity. We have at least one member who went through that testing at the request of a doctor who seems to specialize in that sort of thing. I don't recall that the test results provided any information that actually resulted in any benefits to the patient (though I'm sure that the doctor and the lab made a pretty penny out of the deal).
Frankly, I'm not convinced that cross-reactivity (if it exists) is much more than just another gimmick designed to separate patients from their hard-earned money. These days, a good medical researcher can (and they frequently do) write research reports that make claims that are totally unsubstantiated by the research that was done. Some of them virtually call black, white, and vice versa, and their peers rarely object, because they are all in the same boat, relying on grant money to product research reports that satisfy the people who are providing the money. I wouldn't rule out the remote possibility that there is some degree of substance in the cross-reactivity concept, but I'd like to see more convincing evidence before I accept it as valid information that can actually be relied upon to improve a patient's treatment program.
That said, we've always maintained on this board that the fastest way to recover from an MC flare is to eat a simple, bland diet, and to avoid fiber, all raw fruits and vegetables, sugar and artificial sweeteners. Avoiding gluten is of the utmost importance, of course, and it's usually advantageous to also avoid all other grains. If someone feels that they can't live without grains, then the safest grains are usually (not always, depending on the individual) rice and corn, in that order. Sure tomatoes are a problem, because they are acidic. That applies to all other citrus fruits, also. And yes, some people such as yourself are sensitive to white potatoes, but that's not a common problem with MC. I have a lot of food sensitivities, but I've eaten potatoes all my life, without any problems. Your food sensitivity pattern seems to fit the "cross-reactivity" concept better than probably about 95 % if the members here.
I've even been told by a chiropractor (and I'm aware of others who have also been told this) that they (chiropractors) could "cure" food sensitivities by means of a regularly scheduled program of "adjustments". If there's any truth in that, I'm a
's uncle, and it makes me doubt everything else they say about digestive system issues, because it makes me question how well they actually understand food sensitivities. They may be able to make a patient feel better by physical manipulation, but they're not going to alter immune system responses, nor reset genes, by means of exogenous physical stimulation. I can't blame them for trying to sell their services and cash in on a trend though, because food sensitivities constitutes a rapidly-growing medical issue, all over the world.But that's just my opinion, and I could be all wet.
Tex
It is suspected that some of the hardest material known to science can be found in the skulls of GI specialists who insist that diet has nothing to do with the treatment of microscopic colitis.
How can ever thank you for all the time you've spent advising me? I'll surely pay it forward!
I agree with your skepticism. I take it all with a grain of salt.
But, it did remind me that I do need to avoid grains, which I haven't, because I didn't know what was left for me to eat.( I AM getting better at this, honestly!)
I do appreciate the time you take to respond!
P.S. This guy did have credentials:
Dr. David Clark, DC
Functional Neurologist
Functional Endocrinology
Diplomate College of Clinical Nutrition
Fellow American Board of Vestibular Rehab
Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist
Board Certified Vestibular Rehab Specialist
I agree with your skepticism. I take it all with a grain of salt.
But, it did remind me that I do need to avoid grains, which I haven't, because I didn't know what was left for me to eat.( I AM getting better at this, honestly!)
I do appreciate the time you take to respond!
P.S. This guy did have credentials:
Dr. David Clark, DC
Functional Neurologist
Functional Endocrinology
Diplomate College of Clinical Nutrition
Fellow American Board of Vestibular Rehab
Board Certified Chiropractic Neurologist
Board Certified Vestibular Rehab Specialist
Linda :)
LC Oct. 2012
MTHFR gene mutation and many more....
LC Oct. 2012
MTHFR gene mutation and many more....