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Hello, I am not sure if I should take this or the probiotic bifido. I sometimes get abdominal pain in the small intestine area after eating, no food in particular triggers it, and it happens randomly. I also sometimes bloat after eating, burp frequently and have acid reflux. I was on antiobiotics a lot as a kid but haven't been on any in at least 7 years. I also feel thirsty at night after dinner. I have cut out seed oils, nuts, and processed food. I have been following a lot of Ray peat's ideologies and consume sugar. Any recommendations? Thank you so much!

Hi Sam -

Good summary.

A few things to support healthy digestion:*

  • Gut Nutrients: 3 capsules upon waking and 3 before bed
  • Saccharomyces Boulardii: 1 capsule upon waking
  • Bile Nutrients: 2 to 4 capsules before dinner
  • Histamine Digest: 1 capsule with meals that have high histamine foods or drinks or foods that you know aggravate you as this supports healthy histamine breakdown.* Don't take it if you're not eating those types of foods. If you get reflux, that's likely high histamine so keep a journal on your phone with symptoms you get and write down what you eat so you can identify triggers.
  • Digestive Enzymes: 1-2 capsules with meals
  • Fish Oil: 1 capsule after dinner
  • Optimal Electrolyte: 1 serving any time of day away from food to support healthy hydration.*

I would not take either probiotic quite yet.

After a month of the above supplementation support, consider adding in ProBiota HistaminX upon waking. Stop the Saccharomyces Boulardii after a month.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Hi Dr. Lynch, My husband recently found out he has several homozygous snp's. Detox: SULT2A1 (rs182420CC, rs2910397TT), FOCM: MTHFD1 (rs2236225AA), MTHFD1L (rs6922269AA), MTRR (rs1802059AA), SHMT1 (rs1979277AA) Digestion: FUT2 (rs492602GG, rs601338AA, rs602662AA), Neurotramsmitters: GAD1 (rs3749034GG), MAO-A (rs6323T), MAO-B (rs1799836C), NTRK2 (rs1387923 GG), HPA Axis / endrocrine: NR3C1 (rs2918419TT, rs6196AA, rs860458GG) He has a very sensitive gut, frequent loose stools and typically has a hard time trying new supplements. Lots of brain fog. This all started about 10 years ago and has seen many docs over the years to no avail. We eat carnivore / animal based primarily. There are quite a bit of supplement suggestions via the NutraHacker.com site where we uploaded his raw data. We were wondering what you would suggest to tackle first and the protocol moving forward. He just had bloodwork done so we are waiting on that to come back. Thank you for all do!

Hi Katie -

Thank you for reaching out before buying supplements as recommended by a genetic report.

I find Nutrahacker's recommendations to be very confusing and inaccurate. You could be taking tons of supplements and conflicting ones at that if following their suggestions.

SNPs are tip of the iceberg when it comes to underlying contributors of symptoms. They are definitely contributors but a fraction of them.

I highly recommend first reading Dirty Genes and getting a solid understanding of how your genes work and what things to do to improve their function.

What happened 10 years ago? That is where you need to start as you likely know.

I'd say for supplements based on how he is feeling - not on SNPs - consider:

  • ProBiota HistaminX: 1 capsule upon waking to support a healthy gut microbiome and stool formation.*
  • Saccharomcyes Boulardii: 1 capsule along with the ProBiota HistaminX.
  • Histamine Digest: 1 capsule with meals and also 1 before bed to support healthy histamine levels.* High histamine in the gut is associated with all sorts of full body symptoms including loose stools.
  • Bile Nutrients: 2 capsules right before dinner to support healthy digestion and healthy bowel movements.* A sluggish gallbladder and low bile production definitely contribute to all sorts of problems such as what he is experiencing.

Here are a few very informative Guides for you and him to read:
https://www.seekinghealth.com/pages/guides

I suggest you both read:

  • How your digestion works:
  • Leaky Gut
  • Gallbladder
  • Histamine Levels

You'll learn a lot here and that will translate to making decisions which further support his recovery.

If wanting a referral for someone who is very skilled in gut health, consider working with ElizmaLambert.com - and she's excellent with genetics as well.

The supplement recommendations I provided above are a safe, well-tolerated starting point. I do recommend he start here. Don't buy anything else until after he's done those for over a month. Do read the guides - but don't buy more supplements - instead apply the lifestyle and environmental suggestions.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


If You can Tell me..My mom has recently her gallbladder removed, because of lithiasis, and IT had adherences. Is it ok for her tot take this supplement? Or, when to take IT? Thank You very much for the answer

Hi Adriana -

Yes, this would be supportive for your mother. I would also consider a few others and here are my suggestions and reasons why along with how to take:

  • Gut Nutrients: 3 capsules upon waking and 3 capsules before bed to support healthy healing response for the stomach and intestines.* Do this for 1 month and then stop.

  • Ox Bile: 1 capsule with meals that contain fatty foods as she will need support here otherwise she will experience diarrhea or loose stools. She needs to use this daily and ongoing to support healthy digestion of fat.* It will be very important for her.

  • Bile Nutrients: Start this 3 months after her surgery and after she has taken Gut Nutrients. In three months time, have your mom take 2 capsules right before dinner 3-5 days a week and do this ongoing. This is very supportive for her ability to produce healthy bile.* Gallbladder removal does not fix the bile production problem - only the flow. So it's important that the healthy bile production be supported.* She may notice that she only needs to take Bile Nutrients and can stop using the Ox Bile. She can do some testing and see how she does. If she eats very fatty foods like avocado, bacon, eggs, steak - then she may need both Bile Nutrients and Ox Bile. If she just eats some avocado with some bread, she may find she only needs to use the Bile Nutrients in the evening. The benefits of Bile Nutrients support healthy digestion for 24 hours.

In health,


Hi! I've read a lot of questions and replies here and have learned a lot! thank you for providing same for your customers. I had gallbladder removed 5 yrs ago. I have been taking SH's Ox Bile and Gall Bladder Nutrients and I like the support I experience with same. Prior to gall bladder removed every month or every other month I experienced (around my moon) diarhea. I would be sick for a couple of hours to a day. I thought it was hormone related (maybe it is). I still experience this about once a month but now that I'm getting older, Peri-Menopause... the episodes are lasting longer 1-3 days and the recovery is brutal on my body and mental/emotional health. I am diagnosing myself with IBS-C. Maybe I have SIBO I'm not sure. I have always been a thin child/adult, but now i'm getting really thin. I'm 5-6 at 107 pounds. My average weight as an adult has always been between 110-117 (still very low). I have a hard time gaining weight and keeping it on. The only time I was a healthy weight in my life was pregnancy in 2017 weighed at 135 (I took SH prenatals, never took a "folic acid" and delivered a healthy baby girl :) ) The healthiest time Ive ever been in my life. I do have MTHFR and take other SH supplements for supporting same. But I do feel that the weight loss, at this age, that I'm not getting the proper nutrients absorbed. So maybe i have a microbiome issue. I also feel very tired after working out or long days out and about like a day at the Botanical Gardens (long walks but relaxed) still come home and need to take a nap. I'm considering adding Glutothione Plus, Gut Nutrients, Digestive Enzymes. I already take (as needed) SH multivitamin powder, B-Minus, Methyl B12 w L-Methylfolate. Nootropic bundle, electrolytes. Thank you!

Camelia -

Additionally, your point about a beautiful baby girl - congratulation! :) - makes a big difference.

Pregnancy you have a lot more support in terms of processing histamine in the gut.

Your DAO enzyme gets boosted from the placenta. Thus, the placenta actually breaks down histamine better than just your own DAO enzyme.

The DAO enzyme from the placenta is actually made by your baby's genetics - not yours - which is crazy.

I do feel that Histamine Digest could be a game changer for you.

Another interesting thing is that parasites are often worse during the full moon. So this is another reason to do that stool test - and I'd do it during one of your loose stool attacks on a full moon.

In health,
Dr. Lynch

Hi Camelia -

You're welcome ;)

I'm glad to hear you're learning a lot - that's the goal! :)

Well explained.

I'd like you to give ElizmaLambert.com a call and have a consultation with her.

There are a number of things that should be considered.

From my brain, here are some things to consider:

  • a comprehensive stool and digestive test to look at gut health and bacteria, fungus and viruses. Consider https://www.doctorsdata.com/GI360-stool
  • I would do that test before adding in supplements so do it right away.
  • Nootropics may contribute to loose stools especially Serotonin Nutrients and Optimal Focus. Both of these can increase the speed of motility which may lead to loose stools. Consider pausing these for now and seeing if that makes a difference.
  • Optimal Electrolyte has creatine and taurine in it which may contribute to loose stools in some people especially if weak digestion is present. Consider sipping this over time vs chugging it and reducing to 1/2 a scoop.

After you do the stool and digestive test, then I would look at their findings.

I suspect you will need:

  • Gut Nutrients Powder
  • Saccharomyces Boulardii
  • ProBiota HistaminX
  • Digestive Enyzmes
  • Histamine Digest

Keep me posted ;)

In health,
Dr. Lynch


I have found the root cause to my gut not working, I now am having normal stools for the 1st time in 8yrs! But I have had SIBO / IMO for the past 8yrs. What do you recommend to help my Microbiome to get better? Will it get better eventually with things flowing properly? Or do I need to address the Archae and bacteria that’s been around all this time? Thank you

Hi Lynda -

That's awesome :)

A few things to support you:

  • Saccharomyces Boulardii: 2 capsules after dinner to support a healthy microbiome.*
  • Gallbladder Nutrients: 2 to 4 capsules before dinner to support healthy bile production and bile flow - which is absolutely essential for you.* Start with 2 capsules and then work up to 4 capsules by about day 4.

Start here and check in about 3 weeks to see how you're doing. We may be good or may need to do some tweaks.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Hi Ben, could you please advise the best supplements I should be putting my daughter on? Shes 8. Has autism/adhd/ pandas, arfid, interoception, she suffers from chronic constipation, blood iron and white cells always come back low, has fluid in her pouch of douglas, small amount of fat in her liver, likely has Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, could have a vascular issue like her older sister, is gluten and dairy free, suffers from awful anxiety, she's just had a biobloc fitted to widen her jaw also. Her body hasn't run properly from day 1. I believe she has slow motility. We all also have issues with c1, 2 and 3 joints In our necks. Her neuro chiropractor ordered genetic testing. We have Arnold chiari malformation, pots/Dysautonomia, IJV, coeliac, TOS, MCAS, cervical ribs, hashimoto, haemangiomas and diverticulitis within our family. I've been seeing all sorts of people to help over the last couple of years and getting nowhere in regards to her feeling better. The worst complaint is constant stomach aches (belly button area) and headaches (frontal lobe). Any advice or help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Tiffany.

Hi Tiffany -

With such a complex situation, it's best to have a consultation with a health professional.

I recommend working with elizmalambert.com

I don't want to give you a bunch of suggestions which may be inaccurate.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Is this supplement typically safe for people with histamine intolerance?

Hi Jodi -

There are no ingredients in the Gut Nutrients Powder that would directly stimulate histamine release from mast cells.

In fact, it contains some ingredients that could help with mast cell stabilization and thus reduce histamine release.

So it should be OK for people with histamine intolerance.

Regards,
Elizma Lambert (ElizmaLambert.com)


Would this work well for diagnosed leaky gut? Anything else that can help?

Hi Dr. D -

It's designed to support a healthy gut lining - so yep.* ;)

Consider:

  • Gut Nutrients Powder: 1/2 to 1 scoop in a liter water bottle. Sip upon waking and sip periodically until finished. Best sipped over 15 minutes or so.
  • Histamine Digest: 1 capsule with meals
  • ProBiota HistaminX: 1 capsule after dinner
  • Saccharomyces Boulardii: 1 capsule after dinner until the bottle is gone -then stop.
  • Fish Oil: 1 capsule after dinner
  • Gut Nutrients capsules: 3 to 5 capsules before bed

This combination is very thorough and approaches it from a few different angles.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Two questions-can I mix this the night before I take it? And, why do i have to drink it over the course of 30 min. Why can't I just drink all of it right away?

Hi Stacy -

You'll like the answers to your questions :)

You can mix Gut Nutrients Powder the night before taking it and leave it in the fridge. It's typically recommended to mix 2 scoops in a liter water bottle and sip throughout the day, so the powder can be suspended in liquid for a lengthy period of time. The liquid may thicken up somewhat the longer it stands for due to the fibers in the product.

The latest recommendation is that you can also drink it over 5 minutes instead of 30 minutes.

All the best.

Regards,
Elizma Lambert (Naturopath)


My thirty-something son had a burst appendix this past January followed by surgery and a 4-month recovery including antibiotics the entire time. He took Sacharomyces boularidii and several probiotic blends during the 4 month recovery and continues to take probiotics through foods like miso and kimchi. Going forward, do you think he’ll be needing digestive enzymes or gallbladder nutrients or gut nutrients? Thanks!

Hi TerriG -

I'm really glad your son took Saccharomyces boulardii and probiotics whilst on antibiotics. Many studies have shown that S. boulardii may help the gut microbiome recover quicker post-antibiotics.*

The appendix plays an important role in gut immunity and fighting infections. He no longer has this part.

Gut Nutrients may be of benefit to him since it contain ingredients that help support a healthy gut microbiome and thus gut immunity.*

There are some studies that report an increased risk of gallstones during the first year after appendectomy. Whilst the reason for this is not clear the theory is that it may be due to bacteria translocating (moving) from the appendix area upwards to where the bile duct is, disrupting healthy bile formation.*
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7253851/

Gallbladder Nutrients can help support healthy bile production and bile flow.*

If he experiences digestive symptoms such as feeling full after eating or bloating then he may need some Digestive Enzyme support. Let him check out the statements on the Digestive Enzymes product page and see if this resonates with him:
https://www.seekinghealth.com/products/digestion-enzymes

Hope this helps :).

Regards,
Elizma Lambert (Naturopath)


Hi! I know I ask a lot of questions but I really like your products! I am looking for gut healing support (I don't have a gallbladder and have IBS) and I have used the Bile Nutrients, but wanted to try the Gut Nutrients now too...but I am slow COMT and slow UGT1A1 so I think I am supposed to avoid Quercetin ...right?

Hi Taylor ;)

Ask away.

The avoidance of quercetin is inaccurate. One should be mindful of how they are feeling from taking quercetin due to a slow COMT but it's not to be avoided completely.

One just needs to be aware that quercetin may slow down a COMT but your COMT is not always burdened so it's fine.

I'd like to know more what symptoms you're dealing with vs just saying 'gut healing support' as it would be better recommendations for me to you ;)

Consider:

  • Gallbladder Nutrients (Bile Nutrients): 2 to 4 capsules before dinner
  • Serotonin Nutrients: 1 capsule before dinner to support healthy bowel movements if you have IBS that is related to more constipation vs loose stools as healthy serotonin levels support healthy bowel movements.* Too low of serotonin increases constipation.
  • Gut Nutrients (Optimal GI capsules): 3 capsules before bed and 3 capsules upon waking up to support healthy gut lining.* I'd prefer you use this first before adding glutamine powder which is found in the Gut Nutrients Powder.
  • Digestive Enzymes: 1-2 capsules with meals.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Hi Can this help with prevention of stomach flu/bad bugs? So we will hit this time of the year when we all who got younger kids will happily shear every tiny bug on this planet... can't wait! Funny thing last month I got what I think was a stomach bug and the rest of my family was good. Hoe come? I'm breastfeeding and even my baby was good, thankfully. I'm still not good, nausea can't eat hard on digestion food, like fat. Can this supplement help and is it OK for breastfeeding? What else do you recommend for handling stomach bug, just vomiting and nausea. Brat diet? So hard to get sick when you breastfeeding! Thanks your the best, wish all the dr was like you.

Hi Anna -

I hear you.

Gut Nutrients is not what you need unless you feel like your stomach and intestines feel 'raw' as this supports a healthy gut and stomach lining.* If this sounds right, then consider 3 capsules before bed on an empty stomach and 3 capsules upon waking first thing in the morning on an empty stomach with a glass of filtered water.

Additionally, consider:

  • Saccharomyces Boulardii: 2 capsules after any meal - usually dinner but it doesn't matter. Just get it in you. Do this for 1 bottle - then stop.
  • ProBiota HistaminX: 1-2 capsules after dinner - and do most nights ongoing. I typically do this about 5 nights a week.
  • Digestive Enzymes: take 1-2 capsules with each meal.
  • Gallbladder Nutrients: take 2 capsules before dinner as I suspect your gallbladder needs healthy support as pregnancy really does a number on a woman's gallbladder.* This may be your main issue actually.

These are all safe during breastfeeding.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


hi Dr Lynch I would like to combine this product with gastroflux by nutriadvanced but it contains DGL gutguard in this and gut nutrients already contains DGL. are you able to confirm if these two products can be taken ?

Hi Abbas -

You may combine these two. No issues. More the merrier with this issue.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


What Seeking Health products can be used to help counter gut infections?

Hi Eleanor -

Depends on what it is. Stronger antimicrobials or antibiotics or antiparasite or antifungals may be needed.

Probiotics secrete noxious compounds for many types of fungi, bacteria and viruses.

These may support herbal or medication use:

  • NAC: supports a healthy layer of the biofilm that many bacteria are known to make.* Take this three times a day to support the healthy biofilm vs a significant one.*
  • Saccharomyces boulardii: a beneficial yeast that supports a healthy population of candida and a healthy population of bacteria that are commonly increased in SIBO.* This also supports a healthy microbiome while one is taking antimicrobials.*
  • ProBiota HistaminX: supports a healthy microbiome generally.*

Why doesn't Seeking Health have something specific for infections?

I designed a very comprehensive one but I couldn't get past raw material sourcing for quality. The herbs were all very dirty with mold and bacteria themselves. It's not easy sourcing quality clean materials.

Ask for certificates of analysis before buying something as you may be creating more problems.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


What Seeking Health products would help my tendency to have gut infections?

Hi Eleanor -

A predisposition to gut infections may have to do with:

  • increased stress reduces stomach acid and enzymes which increase risk for gut infections
  • low stomach acid production
  • low digestive enzyme production
  • reduced bile production and bile flow
  • increased transit time so the stool stays in your digestive system longer causing fermentation and an unhealthy environment
  • various medications like antibiotics and their frequency of use - and antacids as they lower stomach acid

Consider:

  • Gallbladder Nutrients: 2-4 capsules before dinner to support healthy bile production and bile flow.*
  • Digestive Enzymes: 1-2 capsules with each meal to support digestion of fat, carbohydrates and protein.*
  • ProBiota HistaminX: 1 capsule after dinner to support a healthy microbiome.*
  • Gut Nutrients: 3 capsules before bed to support a healthy gut lining and gut integrity.*

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Hi Dr Ben, I wondered if you had any suggestions for a late 60’s female who has COPD and Allergic bronchopulmonary Aspergillosis (sometimes has to take prednisone for flare ups). Has gastritis, hiatal hernia, GERD (results from a colonoscopy and gastroscopies test). She tested negative for H pylori and other pathogens. She also seems allergic to everything. So after reading your really helpful book, my thoughts were - focus on eliminating high histamine foods. As for supplements I thought maybe - an Electrolyte, Optimal GI and maybe some type of Anti fungal? What would you recommend? Many thanks :)

Hi Lilly -

I like your thinking.

Consider these and switching them around - taking say about 3-4 of these one day and some of the others a different day as she needs broad support:

  • Glutathione Plus Lozenge: 1/2 to 1 lozenge upon waking in the morning and likely another 1/2 to 1 later in the day midday
  • Gut Nutrients: 2-3 capsules before bed and 2-3 upon rising
  • Saccharomyces Boulardii: 1 capsules after dinner
  • Fish Oil: 1 capsule after dinner
  • Gallbladder Nutrients: 2 capsules before dinner
  • ProBiota HistaminX: 1 capsule after dinner
  • Histamine Digest: 1 capsule with meals
  • Digestive Enzyme capsules: 1-2 capsules with meals
  • Optimal Electrolyte: 1-3 servings a day - sipping them as needed

In health,
Dr. Lynch



Hi Dr. Ben, my 14 year old daughter has been experiencing loose stools for about 4 days. I know it's a bug and it needs to run it's course but it has her worried. It's never happened before. I have her take a chewable probiotic and was also wondering if this was a good supplement in cases like hers or what other advice or supplements you recommend for her!

Hi Sarah -

You need to make sure it's not contributing to loss of electrolytes or blood.

Dehydration from loose stools can be serious.

I want you to make sure it's not a bug from undercooked meat, polluted water or other type of bug that may persist and cause issues.

Viral induced diarrhea can be a shorter course usually.

Consider:

  • stool testing with your doctor
  • Optimal Electrolyte: sip this as she is losing potassium and water and this will support her healthy potassium levels and hydration.*
  • Saccharomyces Boulardii: take 2 to 4 capsules after breakfast to support a healthy microbiome.*
  • ProBiota HistaminX: take 2-4 capsules after breakfast to support a healthy microbiome.*
  • Ox Bile: take 1 capsule before bed to support a healthy microbiome.* Bile is not friendly to bad bacteria.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Hi Dr Lynch I was doing some research into 2 key ingredients called mastic gum and bismuth citrate for gastric lining and treating cases of H Pylori and or gastric/duodenal ulcers. Is this something you would potentially add into gut nutrients ? As it will save a lot of time to take a separate supplement containing bismuth citrate and mastic gum. Please let me know your thoughts on this thanks.

Hi Abbas -

Yes - these are potentially great to use for gut heatlh.

The issue is sourcing them and also many manufacturing companies don't like to use them as it's hard on their machines.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Hi Dr Lynch I am taking omeprazole and was wondering how many hours gap should this be taken away from gut nutrients ? Is it safe and are there any interactions between omeprazole and gut nutrients ?

Hi Abbas -

There are no known interactions between these two.

You may combine them.

I highly recommend taking your Omeprazole as needed.

Then, mix 1 to 2 servings of Gut Nutrients in a liter water bottle with room temperature filtered water. Sip it over time during the day. It should take you a couple hours to ingest. This way your stomach is constantly being exposed to a bit of soothing ingredients.*

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Hi Dr. Lynch thank you so much for your advice for my son who had ACL surgery, much appreciated! I have been giving him the glutathione lozenges, electrolytes, and gut nutrients like you said but he’s extremely nauseous. and frequent bathroom trips. He’s better with his pain so we stopped all the Advil and Tylenol and just finishing up the baby aspirin in a few days it will be a month post surgery. I feel his gut got totally messed up from all the NSAIDs he feels awful. At this point he doesn’t want anything but plain water, a sweet potato and plain rice. I’m also boiling fresh ginger tea w/lemon. I want to start him on a probiotic and would like your advice on which one and if there’s anything else you’d suggest to rebuild his good bacteria. Thank you so very much for all of your help!

Hi Christina -

If you can get him on the Optimal GI capsules that would be ideal - at 2-3 capsules upon waking and 2-3 capsules before bed.

He can stop all the other supplements entirely but the Optimal GI capsules should be used - upon waking and before bed. They should help him feel good overall and support healthy bowel movements - not excessive ones.

The other supplements may contribute to loose stools if he is taking them all the same time and too fast.

It's best to stagger the supplements and use what is needed at the time. It's hard to know what this is but over time you will learn from experience.

Taking Optimal Electrolyte - and sipping it vs chugging it - is very important.

Glutathione Plus Lozenges - useful to take 1/2 upon waking and more if needed later in the day.

Gut Nutrients - this is a powerful supplement and best sipped over a long period of time - not chugged.

The probiotic: I'd consider ProBiota HistaminX after dinner and I'd go with 2 capsules after dinner.

Glad he's doing better with the pain!

In health,
Dr. Lynch


My son just had ACL surgery and is taking a baby aspirin every day as a blood thinner and was wondering if Gut Nutrients would interfere with blood thinning. He’s in a lot of pain and taking Advil and Tylenol for pain which is now causing GI issues. He also generally has low appetite. I remember you speaking on low appetite but can’t remember which supplement would help him. He eats very slowly and seems to have some issues getting the food to go down. Thank you!

Hi Christina -

You're on point.

This is what I recommend for him, yes.

Gut Nutrients is fine to take while on baby aspirin.

Here's how I would take Gut Nutrients:

  • Get a liter water bottle, fill with filtered water (not ice cold - just room temperature water), put in 2 servings of Gut Nutrients in it. Gently shake.
  • Have him sip it slowly throughout the day over a period of a few hours.

Additionally:

  • NAC: take 1 capsule with food any time of day or night. The Tylenol depletes glutathione and NAC will help support healthy glutathione levels.
  • Glutathione Plus Lozenges: take 1/2 to 1 lozenge upon waking in the morning to support healthy glutathione levels as these are low from the NSAIDs.*
  • Optimal Electrolyte: have him mix another glass of water and sip this over 10 minutes or so to properly hydrate. Hydration is key for healthy healing.*

When he is finished with the baby aspirin, have him take 2 capsules of Optimal Man to get him the nutrients he needs for a healthy recovery.*

I wish him the best.

He'll get there!

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Would this be good for IBS D & a low functioning gallbladder? I have a hard time tolerating a lot of foods.

Hi Carrie -

I think the IBS-D is not able to tolerate higher sulfur compounds.

That said, I would instead focus on:

  • Calcium-D-Glucarate: take 1 before dinner to support healthy bile production and bile flow.*
  • Gallbladder Nutrients: take 2 capsules before dinner to support healthy bile production and bile flow in a more comprehensive manner.*
  • Molybdenum: take 1 capsule with dinner to support healthy sulfur metabolism.*
  • Digestive Enzymes: take 1 capsule with each meal to support healthy digestion of protein, fat and carbohydrates.*
  • Saccharomyces Boulardii: take 2 capsules after dinner to support a healthy microbiome.*
  • Histamine Digest: take 1 capsule with meals to support healthy histamine levels and tolerance of many foods that would otherwise contribute to problems (but do not eat foods you are allergic to).*

I'd start with Histamine Digest, then Saccharomyces Boulardii then Digestive Enzymes and then the others.

In health,
Dr. Lynch




Hi can you please explain what the difference is between Gut Nutrients and Optimal GI? They seem to be nearly the same with one or two ingredient differences. For someone with extreme constant bloating not just after meals, candida, sibo, leaky gut, constant hunger/inability to feel satiated who has done everything with no improvement. I know you recommend Gallbladder Nutrients which I also will purchase, but should I get this or Optimal GI? I also already take digestive enzymes, HCL, DAO enzymes, probiota bifido and I just purchased but havent started yet the Probiota HistaminX. Thx!

Hi Gayle

They are exactly the same except Gut Nutrients has L Glutamine powder.

I wouldn’t get either of these yet.

I’d take Ox Bile before bed.

Hold off on Probiota Histaminx until you’re done with a bottle of Ox Bile.

Use Saccharomyces Boulardii. Take 2 capsules after breakfast.

If stressed, support a healthy response to stress by adding Stress Nutrients after breakfast.* Stress increases hunger.

If constipated, take 1 capsule of Serotonin Nutrients after dinner to support healthy bowel movements and healthy sleep duration.*

In health.
Dr. Lynch


This seems liquify contents of my digestive track. I sip slowly over 30 minutes. What is it that would cause this to happen? Will it improve over time? Taking for alternating IBS.

Hi Teresa -

I suspect it's because of the MSM and a bit of sulfur compounds in it.

I'd add in Molybdenum as it looks like there isn't enough in here for you.

Consider doing these recommendations first for 2 to 3 weeks - then add back in the Gut Nutrients - but do 1/2 a serving and do over an hour.

  • Gallbladder Nutrients: Take 2 capsules before dinner to support healthy bile production and bile flow which is needed for IBS.*
  • Calcium-D-Glucarate: Take 1 capsule with dinner along with Gallbladder Nutrients to support healthy gluconidation pathway which is often sluggish during IBS.*
  • ProBiota HistaminX: Take 1 capsule after dinner to support healthy histamine levels which are often elevated during IBS.*
  • Saccharomyces Boulardii: Take 1 capsule after dinner to support a healthy microbiome that is needed.*
  • Molybdenum: Take 1 capsule any time of the day to support healthy sulfur levels in the body which are associated with loose stools when elevated.*
  • Digestive Enzymes: take 1 capsule with each meal of the day to support healthy digestion and absorption of nutrients.*

I would introduce these one at a time - and introduce a new one every 2 days - so you can experience what the effects are. How much improvement is seen with each one.

I'd start with the Digestive Enzymes, Molybdenum and Gallbladder Nutrients - those three - one at a time - then add in the others.

It's quite a bit there but gut health requires a lot of intervention as there's a LOT going on.

Talk with your doctor about ordering a stool test from Doctors Data:
https://www.doctorsdata.com/Comprehensive-Stool-Analysis-Parasitology-CSAP21

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Is there any other time of day to take this? The period of waiting 1/2 hr in the Am doesn't fit my daily routine. I start my day with the electrolytes and Glutathione. Plus I take meds for Lupus, trying to wean from steriods. So i need to eat something. Love your products, have been taking them for years! Love all your valuable and insightful knowledge

Hi Paula -

I hear you.

What I often recommend is mixing a serving of Gut Nutrients in a liter of filtered water. Put in a water bottle. Sip throughout the day.

It's best drinking slowly vs all at once.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Hi Dr Lynch another company called your health basket sells this product and was wondering if you have heard of this company if not then I will avoid it ? I am saving £9.00 in comparison with amrita. Also the turmeric thats in this is it a superior version of any turmeric on the market ?

Hi Abbas -

Yes, we sell directly to Health Basket.

The curcumin we use is a standardized extract.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Hi Dr Lynch I want to add in this product (please see link) https://www.nutriadvanced.co.uk/metaclear-60-tabs.html?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwmYCzBhA6EiwAxFwfgIWxDfu06Xj_YShOrfcJ2LTu6Jwz5flXOWWmb1XqqU1SGPzI5wySNhoCnwYQAvD_BwE It contains milk thistle with the siliymarin and gut nutrients already contains silymarin are you able to do a quick check on this product to see if I am not overdosing on milk thistle please? Another thing is there any possibility of adding in another ingredient like lactoferrin and or colostrum to gut nutrients or take it separately ? as I read online that it's really for gut lining and support.

Hi Abbas -

I would try Gut Nutrients on its own first before adding in another one.

See how you do.

If you need more support, then adding in colostrum or lactoferrin may be needed. Do note that these both contain dairy and dairy is often an issue for many people with gut issues.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Hi I would like to place an order for this product however as it incurs taxes for shipping I was wondering if I can get this from a third party distributor such as amrita nutrition? I went on their website and they still sell the old version of this product the optimal GI plus. Is this still OK to purchase the old stock as the ingredients are exactly the same ? And another thing is I am taking milk thistle already and your product contains milk thistle so I am worried that I will be overdosing on milk thistle as it contains 80% silymarin. Due to this should you take one or the other to avoid any complications ?

Hi Abbas -

Amritas may carry it yes - and they are offering it with the older name of Optimal GI Powder as you saw.

It is the same product.

I'd stop using the other product that you are currently doing as it is not performing well enough for you.

I'd mix 2 -3 scoops of Optimal GI Powder in a liter of filtered water - in a water bottle. Sip upon waking up and for a few hours throughout the day.

The more you sip this and the longer you do it, the more supportive you are of your gut and stomach linings.

It's best to sip over a longer period of time than all at once.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Currently I am taking the following supplements from a brand called nutri advanced which is gastroflux, glutagenics and marshmallow and gamma but the burning and warmth sensation in the abdomen is still present. What key nutrients are present in this product that will treat the burning ?

Hi Abbas -

All of them.

They are described below in the product description.

Thank you

Dr. Lynch


Hi in the formula does the zinc carnosine contain PepZinGI ? Also why are there two zincs labelled ? And will gut-guard be considered ?

Hi Abbas -

Yes, it is PepZinGI. We are working on getting our trademark ingredient contract in and we will reflect that on the next label.

GutGuard is considered yes but it is so far inferior to what we are using currently so it's going to need a very good reason to switch.

In health,
Dr. Lynch




hi does the gut nutrients contain gut guard within the DGL ingredient ? can I confirm has there been any other changes to the product instead of the product label ?

Hi Abbas -

Product has not been changed - only the label and name.

We do not use GutGuard. They state that 150 mg of their ingredient is needed for efficacy. They have 0.5% glycyrrhizin.

We use 500 mg of DGL extract at 3% glycyrrhizic acid.

Our DGL is 6x more potent for the active glycyrrizic acid.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Hi Dr Lynch from your answers I am a bit confused you say in one post take 1/2 scoop or 1 scoop and take 1 scoop and then another scoop and mix it in water. Please confirm how many scoops are required for optimum efficiency? Also, if its 1 scoop a day how many mg would this be for each ingredient on the list ?

Hi Abbas -

It depends on the person.

Generally speaking, I recommend starting with 1/2 scoop mixed in about 6 oz of filtered water. Sip over 5 minutes first thing in the morning.

Or -

One may take a liter water bottle, fill with filtered water and put 2 scoops or so in there. Shake. Then sip this over a number of hours - say from morning until noon or so.

You can drink whatever else you want as well like Optimal Electrolyte or filtered water or milk - whatever - in addition to the water bottle containing your Gut Nutrients.

But first - I do recommend starting with 1/2 scoop and sipping slowly over a few minutes to see how you feel.

It's best sipped over time.

However much you take you can divide the amounts based on the serving size.

The serving size is 2 scoops.

So 1 scoop, divide everything by 1/2.
So 1/2 scoop, divide everything by 4.

Don't worry about how much nutrients you are getting.

Go by how you are feeling.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Hello, I just received Gut Nutrients and have a question regarding one of the ingredients. In past, I was able to ask a question directly through the website, but no longer see that link to click, “ask a question”. The ingredient is “molybendulum”. I noticed the mg was quite high and wondered the reasoning. I took one capful today, with 10 oz of water, 30 minutes after eating, and noticed I felt very bloated an hour later. Curious of you had any insight … Kindly, Susan

Hi Su -

The molybdenum is only at 50 mcg - that is not much at all.

That is used to support healthy sulfur metabolism which is commonly an issue in those with gut issues.

Gut Nutrients is best taken on an empty stomach - first thing in the morning upon waking.

I recommend using 1/2 scoop in 8 oz of filtered water upon waking. Sip it over 5 minutes or so.

Or, you can mix 2 scoops in a liter of filtered water and sip it throughout the day. You would eat as you usually do throughout the day - and you would simply sip this periodically between meals. It does well all day in the bottle no issues. You would want to sip it and finish it from morning upon waking up until about 3 PM - then stop by then.

As discussed in the Gut Health Webinar yesterday for SHEI Members, I recommend people start with Gallbladder Nutrients first to start the gut healing.

You would take 2 capsules of Gallbladder Nutrients before dinner to support healthy bile production and bile flow.* This is incredibly important for gut health and is the first place to start often.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Hi Dr. Lynch, Would this be a good recommendation for heartburn? Any other suggestions would be appreciated. I started taking a probiotic.

Hi Denise -

Be sure you are using a probiotic that does not increase histamine. If you are, it's going to aggravate your heartburn.

ProBiota HistaminX supports healthy histamine levels and thus should support you.*

I do agree with your thinking.

The best way to use Gut Nutrients is to mix 1 scoop in a cup of filtered water. Sip it first thing in the morning. Then mix another scoop of Gut Nutrients in a glass of water. Sip it between meals.

I would also limit histamine containing foods and drinks.

If ingesting them, consider taking Histamine Digest with your meals. This supports healthy histamine levels.*

Now, if you realize that low histamine is not supporting your gut and heartburn is still present, then it may be caused by a sluggish gallbladder or liver and bile.

Consider taking 2 capsules of Gallbladder Nutrients before dinner. This could be very beneficial.

Start here.

You should notice improvement within 24 hours.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Does Dgl cause elevated blood pressure? I have heard mixed reports and I already have somewhat high blood pressure. Thanks!

Hi Stephanie -

DGL does not increase blood pressure.

GL does.

In health,
Dr. Lynch


Does this product contain any artificial sweeteners? Or Stevia or Erythritol? I react to all of these. I have loved the herbal flavor and begrudgingly have agreed to order the Peach flavor because I know I need it, but will react to sweeteners of any kind except Monk fruit or plain old sugar.

Hi Sabah -

Absolutely not. Many people react to those.

I would love to use plain old sugar but it just has such a bad rap.

Monk fruit is what we use mostly.

In health,
Dr. Lynch



Would this product help if someone has trouble digesting lectins? My son has shown IgG reactive to all beans and other high lectin foods. But now I am wondering if it is more of a Mannose-Binding Lectin Deficiency issue. What products would you have to help?

Hi Jae -

Lectins are difficult to digest. Heat appears to be the best way to digest them.

That said, I do recommend the combination of:

  • Gut Nutrients: mix 1 serving in a glass of water. Sip ideally in the morning an hour or more before eating.
  • ProBiota HistaminX: take 1 capsule after dinner
  • Gallbladder Nutrients: take 2 capsules before dinner to support healthy bile production and flow
  • Digestive Enzymes: take 1 capsule with your main meals to support healthy digestion.

This combination will support a healthy overall digestion.

Additionally:

  • cook foods that contain lectins as this helps digest them.
  • consider taking a pause from eating lectins entirely while he is supporting a healthy gut with the nutrients above
  • reintroduce lectins slowly after a month of avoidance and healing with nutrients
  • chew his food very thoroughly
  • eat when eating only. Don't drive, watch a movie, study or otherwise be distracted. Be present when eating as being present accounts for 40% of digestion. This is called the cephalic phase.

In health,
Dr. Lynch

These enzymes are broad spectrum meaning they work across a wide pH range and also support healthy digestion of many things such as plants, carbohydrates, fats, proteins.


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