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Blog: Parasite Infection Diagnosed as IBS
I had a parasite infection misdiagnosed as IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) for 17 years. I had many Giardia, E. Coli, Culture, H. Pylori, Ova and Parasite tests which all returned negative. I had a sigmoidoscopy which showed no anomalies. Yet I had a raging parasite infection that must have been huge given that it had gone on for so long. Current tests don't cover the full spread of parasites humans can get. This article lists the ...
Entry: Restricted Diet Based on Observation
A restricted diet based on observation controls my SIBO symptoms the most. There are a lot of special diets out there but I've found that a safe food for one person can be a catastrophe for another. This diet has helped me the most: - Minimize wheat. Small amounts can be okay if eaten periodi...
Entry: Parasite/Bacteria - Xifaxan
I took the Hydrogen & Methane Breath Test and the doctor prescribed Xifaxan, an antibiotic that fights bacterial infection only in the intestines. I took it for 2 weeks (three 550mg tablets a day) and the results were better than Pure Encapsulations MicroDefense (maybe 10% better...
Entry: Antispasmodic Dicyclomine (Bentyl)
I was prescribed Dicyclomine (Bentyl), an antispasmodic, on two separate occasions and had the same results. The first time I had a long-standing parasite infection. I took it daily for 2 - 3 months (unfortunately I can't remember quantity). It helped initially and then it simply stopped worki...
December 9, 2019
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Rating: 2/5
User: rilian
Keywords: Antispasmodic, IBS, SIBO
Entry: Working with SIBO
Going into a workplace with SIBO is a challenge: - I chose a profession that lends itself to working from home (WFH). Software engineering can be performed alone except for meetings. I try to negotiate as many WFH days as possible. I found that some employers/managers are more open than othe...
Entry: Multivitamin to Compensate for Poor Digestion
I take multivitamins to compensate for poor digestion. I've been using Pure Encapsulations Nutrient 950 for several years. I take a separate calcium supplement which covers ~60% of recommended daily value. Periodically I take a break to see if it makes a difference. I definitely notice it.
November 26, 2019
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User: rilian
Keywords: SIBO, Multivitamin, IBS
Entry: Parasite/Bacteria - MicroDefense
I take Pure Encapsulations MicroDefense 3 to 4 times a year to kill parasites and bad bacteria. This has been the most effective treatment for my condition (SIBO/parasite infection) to date. I take 3 capsules 3x a day for 10 days and then take a 5 day break. Then I do a second round of 3 ...
Entry: Celery Juicing
I've read that fresh celery juice can have remarkable results (strengthen digestion, anti-inflammatory, increase HCL, even a first hand account of it curing cancer) so I tried it out. I drank 1 - 2 cups of fresh organic celery juice daily for 2 months. I had it in the morning on an empty stom...
Entry: Probiotics
Having a good probiotic definitely makes a difference. Finding a good probiotic has taken some time. So far, these have yielded the best results: • Mercola Complete Probiotics (70 Billion CFU) - It recommends 1 capsule daily but I had better results with 1 capsules 2x a day. They ...
November 1, 2019
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Rating: 5/5
User: rilian
Keywords: SIBO, Parasites, Probiotics, IBS
Entry: Garlic and Garlic Capsules
Garlic has antibacterial, antifungal properties. I periodically take 3 capsules of either Kyolic Aged Garlic (Digestion Formula) or Mercola Fermented Black Garlic a day. It boosts my immune system, helps digestion and fights yeast infections. If I remove garlic from my diet (both in food and supple...
November 5, 2019
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Rating: 4/5
User: rilian
Keywords: Antibacterial, Antifungal, SIBO, IBS
