Re: Re: Digestive enzymes - when is it necessary on SCD ?

[Guest guest]

Hi Allan,

Some of the companies that make enzymes give free or low cost samples.

You might also ask for samples from companies who do not offer the

samples.

The enzyme that are most necessary to restore are the enzyme that

break down complex carbs. That is due to the fact that the pathogenic

microorganisms in our guts eat carbohydrates. Scientific studies show

that having unabsorbed starch in the gut produces an increase in the

starch eating carbohydrates. Another name for starch eating

carbohydrates is gram negative bacteria. Gram negative bacteria

contain lipopolysaccharide, a toxin that is famous for producing

inflamation in the gut and impairing digestion.

I have also read that gut bacteria destroy the bile salts which make

it difficult to digest fats. That is why SCD is able to work without

the use of enzymes. However many parents report that enzymes really

help accelerate the healing.

There are some children who cannot tolerate enzymes during the early

stages of SCD; this might be due to the protease in the enzymes. A

special enzyme was made to overcome this problem: the new enzyme

assists protein breakdown but avoids excessive amounts of proteases

that may irritate or inflame GI tissues.

http://www.giprohealth.com/prozymes.html

Mimi

> Hi Patti,

> maybe I did not make my question so clear !

> I mean, is it possible to test the stool or ....

> in order to compare with some sort of " normal " values

> and this way around one could maybe get an idea IF it

> was worth the effort to try to add some of the legal

> digestive enzymes that could be low in the result.

> My point is this: IF the Pancreas is not working

> 100 % the way it is suppose to do in a childs body,

> then one CAN have big problems in gaining full results

> of the SCD no matter how long you stick to it and follow

> ALL the guidelines as one should ...! The Pancreas can have

> a lot of hidden injuries inside as a result of heavy

> medication like AED(eg. Valproate Acid) and so it will not

> do the job 100 % as it was intended from the begining.

> And as a result of this, it will eventually have problems

> producing some of the essential/ main digestive enzymes and

> also - if it gets really bad - decrease the insulin production

> in the body.... ( So one could in fact be witnessing another

> " Vicious Circle " in this respect if there is a hidden problem with

> the Pancreas.

>

> Best regards ///

> Allan

>

>

>

> >

> > Digestive enzymes are not part of the SCD protocol. You can use

> them if you want to.... it's an individual decision. For the best

> information about enzymes, check out the website:

> www.enzymestuff.com . If you use one, you will just need to make

> sure it does not contain any added ingredients that are illegal on

> SCD.

> >

> > Patti

> >

> > Digestive enzymes - when is it necessary on

> SCD ?

> >

> >

> > Hi !

> >

> > When do one knows that one has problems with

> > the amount and types of digestive enzymes and

> > therefore should add some supplement to the SCD ?

> > How is this in fact tested in a 9,5 year old boy ?

> >

> > Regards /

> > Allan

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

> >

[Guest guest]

Hi all,

I'm also exploring enzymes as a possibility. My son seems to tolerate

proteins fine, but not fruits and vegetables. Should I give a protein

enzyme anyway (like peptizyde) or just a no-phenol enyzme?

Thanks, Debbie

(son uc, scd 15 months, not autistic)

[Guest guest]

Allan,

I'm sure it may be possible to do some testing with your child's doctor, to find

out whether a digestive enzyme would help. A doctor would possibly be able to

tell you which one to choose for your child's particular needs. We just don't

have that high level of knowledge about enzymes here..... we just focus on how

to implement the diet itself correctly. Yes, some kids need supplements and

enzymes, depending on their individual health needs. That's beyond what we feel

qualified to determine..... or at least beyond what I personally feel qualified

for.

Patti

Re: Digestive enzymes - when is it necessary on SCD ?

Hi Patti,

maybe I did not make my question so clear !

I mean, is it possible to test the stool or ....

in order to compare with some sort of " normal " values

and this way around one could maybe get an idea IF it

was worth the effort to try to add some of the legal

digestive enzymes that could be low in the result.

My point is this: IF the Pancreas is not working

100 % the way it is suppose to do in a childs body,

then one CAN have big problems in gaining full results

of the SCD no matter how long you stick to it and follow

ALL the guidelines as one should ...! The Pancreas can have

a lot of hidden injuries inside as a result of heavy

medication like AED(eg. Valproate Acid) and so it will not

do the job 100 % as it was intended from the begining.

And as a result of this, it will eventually have problems

producing some of the essential/ main digestive enzymes and

also - if it gets really bad - decrease the insulin production

in the body.... ( So one could in fact be witnessing another

" Vicious Circle " in this respect if there is a hidden problem with

the Pancreas.

Best regards ///

Allan

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