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Gluten Free Probiotics and Pain Relief

CharlesBronson

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Hello all,

I bought Renew Life's Critical Care 50 Billion probiotic but read that not all probiotics are gluten free (despite claiming so) and I was told this one is not gluten-free or gluten-free certified. So, what brands that claim to make gluten-free probiotics are actually gluten free?

 

Also, I'm in the very early stages of healing (about 1.5 months) and I'm wondering if Tylenol could be setting me back? I have a lot of nerve pain from celiac and so taking Tylenol is an easy solution, but after a few days my guts are on fire and I'm left wondering if it's the food or the Tylenol. I know ibuprofen is hard on the guts so I'm wondering if Tylenol is too.  

 

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I am sorry that you are in pain.  Tylenol can cause GI upset, but then so can NSAIDs like ibuprofen.  See if you can tolerate not taking Tylenol for a few days or weeks.  You can ask your doctor for a safer substitute.  

Probiotics?  Did your doctor recommend them?  Think about it.  Probiotics are bacteria.  Bacteria does not belong in the small intestine at all, it is designed to populate the large intestine.  If you have a severely compromised small intestine e.g. no villi), you might not be able to keep food moving quickly making you susceptible to SIBO (Small Intestinal   Bacterial Overgrowth).  

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180806095213.htm

https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/probiotics-risks-benefits#2

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323821.php

I played it safe.  I only took prescribed iron since I was severely anemic when I was first diagnosed.   I avoided all supplements because, honestly they are a processed “food”.  I made sure that my diet was gluten free and varied.  If you do need them (your doctor can test you for deficiencies), look for certified gluten free versions.  

I hope you feel better soon!  

 

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12 hours ago, cyclinglady said:

I am sorry that you are in pain.  Tylenol can cause GI upset, but then so can NSAIDs like ibuprofen.  See if you can tolerate not taking Tylenol for a few days or weeks.  You can ask your doctor for a safer substitute.  

Probiotics?  Did your doctor recommend them?  Think about it.  Probiotics are bacteria.  Bacteria does not belong in the small intestine at all, it is designed to populate the large intestine.  If you have a severely compromised small intestine e.g. no villi), you might not be able to keep food moving quickly making you susceptible to SIBO (Small Intestinal   Bacterial Overgrowth).  

https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2018/08/180806095213.htm

https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/probiotics-risks-benefits#2

https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/323821.php

I played it safe.  I only took prescribed iron since I was severely anemic when I was first diagnosed.   I avoided all supplements because, honestly they are a processed “food”.  I made sure that my diet was gluten free and varied.  If you do need them (your doctor can test you for deficiencies), look for certified gluten free versions.  

I hope you feel better soon!  

 

Very interesting Cycling Lady.

Everywhere I look and read mentions probiotics, so I just thought it was something I needed to help heal celiac. Is taking probiotics for celiac not recommended by doctors? Is there no evidence they help?

Yes, I'll ditch the Tylenol and just deal with the pain by laying down and resting. 

 

cyclinglady Grand Master
cyclinglady
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Read this article.  In it, Dr. Fasano, one of the world’s leading Pediatric Gastroenterologists who (his team) discovered Zonulin and is a leading celiac disease expert, does NOT recommend probiotics.  The science is not there to support it.  While it could be beneficial for those with colon issues, it probably is not for those with small intestinal issues (like celiac disease).  

https://www.statnews.com/2016/01/21/probiotics-shaky-science/

I am not a doctor.  But I have plenty of snake oil to sell if you are interested.   I have some of this stuff too.  A lady named Lucille Ball sold me on it years ago!  

 https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=cwkzNclZR4s

Seriously, watch this video about Zonulin by Dr. Fasano.  And heal from celiac disease?  Eat a diet free from gluten.  Start by NOT eating out until you are well (no symptoms).   Avoid processed foods as much as possible.  Chances are you are not going to get well fast on a diet filled with gluten free cookies and cakes.  

 

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This is excellent

19 hours ago, cyclinglady said:

Read this article.  In it, Dr. Fasano, one of the world’s leading Pediatric Gastroenterologists who (his team) discovered Zonulin and is a leading celiac disease expert, does NOT recommend probiotics.  The science is not there to support it.  While it could be beneficial for those with colon issues, it probably is not for those with small intestinal issues (like celiac disease).  

https://www.statnews.com/2016/01/21/probiotics-shaky-science/

I am not a doctor.  But I have plenty of snake oil to sell if you are interested.   I have some of this stuff too.  A lady named Lucille Ball sold me on it years ago!  

 https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=cwkzNclZR4s

Seriously, watch this video about Zonulin by Dr. Fasano.  And heal from celiac disease?  Eat a diet free from gluten.  Start by NOT eating out until you are well (no symptoms).   Avoid processed foods as much as possible.  Chances are you are not going to get well fast on a diet filled with gluten free cookies and cakes.  

 

Thanks so much for this. Great links. 

I'd rather not put anything else in my body either. At this point, the ole body just needs some rest :)

 

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