May
16
Results Of My Leaky Gut Test
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I finally managed to see Dr Sebastian Liew yesterday to get the results of my leaky gut test. I know it has been already more than a month since I took the test but what happened was a case of missed emails. I have waited for him to contact me, not knowing that he had already sent an email to me which I’ve missed. My inbox has so much spam nowadays that it is only unbelievable the amount of junk that I’ve got to plough through everyday. Also, he was away for 3 weeks last month in Europe on business.
In any case, the timing was perfect as I also had a couple of other questions relating to general health that I wanted to ask. But first, back to the results of the leaky gut test.
Based on 900 mL of urine, the results indicated a lactulose/mannitol ratio of 0.014. The normal range should be 0.000 to 0.035. So it seems that I’ve missed it by a little. Dr Liew said that my case was not one of the worst he has seen but nevertheless, it indicated a gastrointestinal muocosal hyperpermeability (leaky gut).
In a detailed breakdown provided by the written report from the lab, it was suggested that I treat the problem with glutamine, probiotics, glucosamine, slippery elm, psyllium, glucosamine, FOS, MSN, pectin, aloe vera, antioxidants (especially vitamins ACE, carotenoids and bioflavanoids), zinc, selenium, folate, EFAs, gamma oryzanol.
Dr Liew recommended a program of 3-6 months using herbs and nutritional supplements to repair the leaky gut. Is it possible to repair a lining that already has holes, I wondered. He said that it would be possible. The only way to check is to do another test some months later.
He suggested that I continue to give up foods that have been known to be tied to eczema like spicy foods, highly fried foods, strawberries, plums, eggs, milk, wheat and pork. I’ve already pared down my diet somewhat and have reduced drastically my consumption of wheat and wheat-related products in the past month. So I was fine to continue my efforts in an avoidance diet. (It’s also hard to determine which is the factor that had helped me recovered from my recent eczema flare up but I am guessing that reduced wheat had a part to play, on top of the positive affirmations that I’ve been doing.)
Dr Liew also recommended that I continue on my nutritional supplement program, comprising of EFAs, fleaseed, multi-flora, triphala and glutamine. He said his selection should cover what the written report suggested. What a relief as he has helped narrowed down the huge list to just 5 items to get for the time being!
Well, after a 2-hour consultation, I came home, laden with two bags of herbs, herbal medicine and supplements, some of which was for my family. My elder daugther, Hui, asked if I’ve gone shopping instead of seeing the doctor!
May
13
Detecting For Baby Psoriasis
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Although psoriasis symptoms appear to be more common in the 15 to 35 age group, the skin disorder can affect at anyone at any age. There have also been some rare instances of babies being born with psoriasis. Skin conditions that may mimic psoriasis are: cradle cap, diaper rash, ringworm and eczema. Hence it is easy to get confused as to which condition your child is suffering from.
If your baby does have psoriasis, you can observe his or her skin cells in the affected area maturing every 3 to 4 days instead of monthly. If this is the case, you should bring your baby for a consultation with a skin dermatologist.
Researchers say that an abnormal immune system may be the cause of the rapidly growing skin cells and possibly a genetic connection as well. A child may have other family members with psoriasis or the child may be the only known individual in the family with psoriasis.
It has also been found that an illness such as a cold, or tonsillitis, skin injuries from scratching or rubbing can trigger childhood flare-ups of guttate psoriasis. Cotton mittens or socks place over the baby’s hands, especially during sleep, can help reduce more damage done to the skin through scratching.
Of course, your baby is not going to feel comfortable if the affected area is itchy. He or she is likely to make it worse by scratching the skin until it bleeds. Dry skin is also prone to cracking and is more itchy as well.
Psoriasis can often be confused with eczema. The way to tell the difference is that psoriasis looks worse than eczema and is more red and scaly. Eczema is usually pink in color and less scaly but it is usually rougher in texture. It is imperative that your doctor examine your baby’s skin and may even require that your baby take a skin biopsy for a more accurate diagnosis.
You may be concerned that your baby’s psoriasis is contagious and would not like him or her to play with others. However, you need not worry. Psoriasis symptoms are not infectious.
Unfortunately, psoriasis seem to be a lifelong condition. Your baby is going to have flare-ups every now and then, as he/she goes through life. Different conditions (weather, environment, emotions, chemicals) can trigger flare-ups. Psoriasis symptoms may clear up for a period of remission before appearing again, due to certain triggers.
You can reduce the frequency and severity of the flareups by helping your baby to avoid triggers. Keeping to a good diet for your baby can also be helpful.
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