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H Pylori, leaky gut

Posted by pianist3 @pianist3, May 31, 2023

Hi, there! I am suffering from H Pylori and leaky gut. I also am recovering from Marcons illness, which has also affected multiple systems and created CIRS (chronic inflammation.)

Anyway, I’m going to see a gastroenterologist today, but hoping and praying that there is a non-antibiotic solution. Which after doing research, it doesn’t look like it. I have been on soo many antibiotics and that has created resistance to many and always causes stomach and vaginal issues. But, I’m feeling pretty yucky and need some help. Thanks for any info and encouragement you may have for me. This has all caused foggy brain and depression in me as well. Of course, menopause doesn’t help any of it. Thx for listening and wishing you all great health ahead! Please send some tips and prayers my way. God bless!! Mia

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rozy288 | @rozy288 | Jun 1, 2023

Praying you get a really Good Gastro Dr.
I’ve been to 6 diff in 10 years, even Mayo Clinic Jacksonville.
Many tests ( over 20 in that time ).
6 diagnoses…. Tried everything.
Still I’m chronic every single day .
I really feel for you .
Have you had endoscopy and colonoscopy yet ?
Maybe ask for the 5 hr Gastric emptying study and Upper GI series ?
I’m going for Abdominal MRI next week . I have to wait til Oct to get into new Gastro Dr in Orlando.. 1 hr away . I kinda gave up on all of them since Oct 2021 .

Let us know how appt goes .
I agree that too many anti biotics are not good for your body.
God Speed … for all us chronic people going through this . 🥹

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gigi4 | @gigi4 | Jun 2, 2023

Too many antibiotics over time are not good for us. They kill the bad and the good. When taking, I was told to take a prebiotic and probiotic. Is the antibiotic for leaky gut or for the H Pylori?
How did you learn you have leaky gut?

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pianist3 | @pianist3 | Jul 9, 2023
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@gigi4

Too many antibiotics over time are not good for us. They kill the bad and the good. When taking, I was told to take a prebiotic and probiotic. Is the antibiotic for leaky gut or for the H Pylori?
How did you learn you have leaky gut?

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Hi, Gigi!

I took a GI-map stool test and it showed I have leaky gut, by measuring high zonulin levels. I have been diagnosed with IBS in the past (pain/cramping on my left side) and my mom and grandpa all had the same symptoms. I think my mom even had diverticulitis at one point.

Anyway, I’ve been taking Gut Assist and GI revive, DGL plus to help create a stronger, healthier gut. It does seem to help some.

Now I’m trying to treat my h pylori with mastic gum and matula tea.

It’s super hard to know the best route…I’m very old school and I will try a homeopathic, natural treatment, before antibiotics. I really think they are useful, if absolutely needed. Anyway, how are you doing and what are you dealing with? It seems after 50 we all have something to heal from, lol!

Have a super day!!

Mia 🌻🌻🙏🙏

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gigi4 | @gigi4 | Jul 9, 2023
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@pianist3

Hi, Gigi!

I took a GI-map stool test and it showed I have leaky gut, by measuring high zonulin levels. I have been diagnosed with IBS in the past (pain/cramping on my left side) and my mom and grandpa all had the same symptoms. I think my mom even had diverticulitis at one point.

Anyway, I’ve been taking Gut Assist and GI revive, DGL plus to help create a stronger, healthier gut. It does seem to help some.

Now I’m trying to treat my h pylori with mastic gum and matula tea.

It’s super hard to know the best route…I’m very old school and I will try a homeopathic, natural treatment, before antibiotics. I really think they are useful, if absolutely needed. Anyway, how are you doing and what are you dealing with? It seems after 50 we all have something to heal from, lol!

Have a super day!!

Mia 🌻🌻🙏🙏

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Hi, yes, antibiotics at times are necessary. Due to having mitral valve prolapse, I was put on antibiotics for any oral surgery or other minor issues which didn't help.

I was diagnosed with a leaky gut as well which resulted in having SIBO, GERD, a fungal infection, gluten intolerace and later diagnosed with a mold infection. I'm doing very well on a regimen I've been on for about 2 yeas now. However, I didn't treat it on my own. I found a wonderful functional medicine doctor after 3 endoscopies and being put on prescriptions that eventually harmed my digestive tract cells which was added injury to my stomach. So I left my medical clinic and went the route of natural remedies, and I've been treated with non-prescription supplements, except for one treating the mold. I also made changes in my diet with the help of a nutritionist my doctor has on her staff and reduced my stress through meditation and breath work. Things I added to my diet include fermented foods such as Kefir, pickles from the refrigerated section of the market otherwise they are not fermented, sauerkraut, plus you need prebiotics and probiotics to help along with he fermented foods to build up the good bacteria, reducing sugar in my diet and eating low sugar fruit such as all the berries, using stevia as a sweetener for my coffee, eating gluten free (my doctor believes gluten is not good for any of us), eating organic as much as possible, wild caught fish and grass fed beef. All the dairy I buy comes from grass fed cows, no antibiotics, no hormones, etc. It can get expensive but my health and well being is worth it.

Also addressing stress is critical. What goes in our minds affects our bodies, specifically the digestive tract. Meditation and breath work is incredibly healthy to become aware of your body's responses to stress and how to not get caught up in being stressed but calming yourself. Breath work is critical to this process.

If you are treating this on your own and want to continue doing that, I would suggest a book I read that is excellent - "SUPER GUT" by Dr. William Davis. There are so many variables to getting your digestive tract healed and leaky gut can be healed. It takes consistency and adherence to what you need to be eating and omitting things to not eat, meditating daily even if it's for 5 minutes and utilizing breath work ( I use 2 apps - Headspace and Insight Timer), exercising - walking daily is very helpful if you haven't been exercising or do not have a sport you play.
Hope this is helpful. Happy to answer other questions you may have. It's an in-depth topic.

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pianist3 | @pianist3 | Jul 9, 2023
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@gigi4

Hi, yes, antibiotics at times are necessary. Due to having mitral valve prolapse, I was put on antibiotics for any oral surgery or other minor issues which didn't help.

I was diagnosed with a leaky gut as well which resulted in having SIBO, GERD, a fungal infection, gluten intolerace and later diagnosed with a mold infection. I'm doing very well on a regimen I've been on for about 2 yeas now. However, I didn't treat it on my own. I found a wonderful functional medicine doctor after 3 endoscopies and being put on prescriptions that eventually harmed my digestive tract cells which was added injury to my stomach. So I left my medical clinic and went the route of natural remedies, and I've been treated with non-prescription supplements, except for one treating the mold. I also made changes in my diet with the help of a nutritionist my doctor has on her staff and reduced my stress through meditation and breath work. Things I added to my diet include fermented foods such as Kefir, pickles from the refrigerated section of the market otherwise they are not fermented, sauerkraut, plus you need prebiotics and probiotics to help along with he fermented foods to build up the good bacteria, reducing sugar in my diet and eating low sugar fruit such as all the berries, using stevia as a sweetener for my coffee, eating gluten free (my doctor believes gluten is not good for any of us), eating organic as much as possible, wild caught fish and grass fed beef. All the dairy I buy comes from grass fed cows, no antibiotics, no hormones, etc. It can get expensive but my health and well being is worth it.

Also addressing stress is critical. What goes in our minds affects our bodies, specifically the digestive tract. Meditation and breath work is incredibly healthy to become aware of your body's responses to stress and how to not get caught up in being stressed but calming yourself. Breath work is critical to this process.

If you are treating this on your own and want to continue doing that, I would suggest a book I read that is excellent - "SUPER GUT" by Dr. William Davis. There are so many variables to getting your digestive tract healed and leaky gut can be healed. It takes consistency and adherence to what you need to be eating and omitting things to not eat, meditating daily even if it's for 5 minutes and utilizing breath work ( I use 2 apps - Headspace and Insight Timer), exercising - walking daily is very helpful if you haven't been exercising or do not have a sport you play.
Hope this is helpful. Happy to answer other questions you may have. It's an in-depth topic.

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Thanks so much, Gigi, for all of this amazing info!! I’m healing each and every day and trying to stay positive. I do think I’m experiencing some residual inflammation from my mold exposure/MARCONS…I think my H Pylori is getting better and better…green tea really helps…and yes, I’m eating healthier than I ever have before!! And exercising daily…including weights and swimming…I’m also learning how to play Pickleball..it’s really fun! Hope you are feeling great too!!! Hang in there!! Best to you! Mia 😉

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