Having Acid Problems Agian!

[Crystalkd]

I seem to be having acid problems agian!!! I've had at least two ulcers in the last 10 years with suspected others. I'm only 27! Never had a true Celiac dx but am on a gluten-free diet. I think I've finally talked my mother into getting tested!

Are there things I can eat to help bring my acid levels down. I Have a GI doc appointment in 3 weeks but I'm tired of the pain! It's making me not want to eat which is dangerous. I'm on previacid in the mean time. I'm frustrated because everytime I get to feeling better something else happens! I have mild Cerebral Palsy which is hard enough throw in Fibromyalgia, a gluten issue of some sort, allergies to just about anthing the grows in the south and other things and it gets old. My Mom doesn't understand why all these things keep poping up. I think they've always been there but everyone just threw it under the CP dx. I'm tired of feeling crappy. I'm alot better with out the gluten but this is the type of pain I felt before the diet with out some of the other symtoms. The pain started about a week ago and it seemed to be connected to meat protiens but now it's constant. My interenist thinks my intstines are inflames but doesn't know why.

Anybody have any ideas on how to help the pain?

[Janeti]

I have an idea about the acid. The last time when I wento to see my MD, I was complaining about the pains in my stomach. I found out that the last endoscopy I had came back with "gastritis". I was furious! So I found this book called "Great taste No pain". It teaches you about foods that are acid, and foods that are alkaline. It guarantees that after the first day or so, the pain will lessen...And it works!! The book tells you that you should never mix carbs, with protein. You can google the book, and actually, the author, Sherry Brescia, will let you download a 4 day diet just to show you how wonderfully it works. Good luck~Janet

[dilettantesteph]

My son was having problems with acid before we got his gluten free diet sorted out. It helped a bit to avoid acid producing foods. Try this link.

heartburn.about.com/cs/dietfood/a/heartburnfoods3.html

Hope you feel better soon.

[RiceGuy]

From what I've read, many people actually have heartburn because of insufficient stomach acid, not too much acid. Sure, it goes against what seems logical, but you may want to look into it. Just search for Apple Cider Vinegar, and you'll see what I mean. It must be Raw, Unfiltered, and Unpasteurized. Your search will also lead you to recommendations on usage. Many people have actually been cured of their heartburn with ACV. While it may not work for everyone, it does work for many, so I think it's worth a shot. Some say it may temporarily increase discomfort for a few hours or a day or so, but then the stomach begins to function properly again, and the pain decreases or disappears. I never had heartburn problems, but many say this works.

Another thing to look into is Betaine HCL w/pepsin. This is also said to aid the stomach in producing enough acid for proper digestion. Apparently, when the stomach acid is too low, food sits there and ferments, and the gas being produced begins to escape up into the esophagus, causing the burning sensation.

If I'm not mistaken, meats can ferment, and when this happens in the intestines, the ammonia that is produced feeds candida, which can cause you all sort of problems, including heartburn. If you look up candida symptoms, you may be able to discern for yourself if it could be part of the problems you're having.

Taking antacids works against the body's natural processes, and over time can damage the stomach's ability to produce something called Intrinsic Factor. This is essential for the digestion and absorption of vitamin B12. Once the stomach can no longer produce enough (or any) Intrinsic Factor, it is known as Pernicious Anemia, requiring sublingual B12 (or injections).

As for the cerebral palsy/fibromyalgia, I highly recommend a sublingual methylcobalamin (active form of vitamin B12), magnesium, and a strong B-complex. Take all the B12 you want, as there is no known level of overdose (though studies indicate that the body doesn't effectively absorb more than about 5-6mg per day). These combined with a gluten-free diet can help tremendously. Some of the effects of B12 and magnesium deficiencies are identical to symptoms of fibromyalgia. Personally, I believe there is a very strong connection.

Hope you feel better soon!

[Crystalkd]

I've been taking Acidophilus and the prevacid and that seems to be helping some. I was able to get them to move my gastro appointment to Tuesday morning is is awesome. I also haven't eaten any meat in a couple of days. My stomache is still tender and uncomfortable but not as painful as it was. I've been trying to be careful about what I eat. Thanks for the sugestions! Also I am not having any heartburn at all. It's stomache pain and constipation.

[Di-gfree]

Hi, Have you been tested for Hashimoto's? Constipation, acid, stomach problems, fibromyalgia were all symptoms of Hashis (autoimmune hypothyroid) (and combo of celiac, probably) for me. Finally figured that out after ~10+ years being gluten free...

Also, did they check for h. pylori?