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otnemem Rookie
otnemem
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According to Open Original Shared Link, there are a number of supplements that will aid in the recovery of a celiac's small intestine. For those who don't feel like following the link, I'll list the doctor's recommendations:

8.5 g of L-glutamine 3x daily

Probiotics, beginning with 1 capsule of 500 mg bifido and acidophilus 3x daily

Omega-3 fish oil

Digestive enzymes - specifically Essential Enzymes by Source Naturals

Okay, so I've heard of taking L-glut before, but in this dosage? When I first went gluten-free, I would try to take 9 g per day. This is advocating almost that same amount in one sitting, three times a day. Does this seem a bit excessive?

Next, probiotics. Seems pretty non-intrusive.

Omega-3, also heard this recommended many times.

Digestive enzymes - anyone have any info on this? Or might this be a cheap plug for an interest of the doctor's?

Any input would be much appreciated, as I'm having trouble compiling any sort of comprehensive recommendations on supplementation. Hope to hear your thoughts.

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Hi otnemem,

I take a good multi vitamin every day along with probiotics, a B6, B12, folic acid (1 pill) under the tongue, and definatley omega 3 fish oil. I try to eat a very healthy diet and try to make sure it's organic if I can. I figure that way I am geting most nutrients from my food. I don't know about the digestive enzymes. I haven't tried them. My doctor also suggested them, but he said it would be good to take them in case of accidental glutening.

Many people on this sight swear by lilquid vitamins, I am still trying to use up my pills but will then go to liquid as I believe they get into your sytem better.

I have not read enough about the l-glutamine to understand it and would also love it if someone on this site knew anything about it.

Wendy :)

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I use acidopholus, Omega 3, daily vitamin, Glucosamine Chrondroitin sulfate with MSM and calcium magnesium. I also take prescription folic acid (which is B-12 I think) but am always open to new ideas. Thanks for starting this thread! Beverly

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julie5914
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I just started taking acidolphilus and have been horrible at taking it 30 min before a day, so I end up only getting it maybe once a day.

Where do you buy l-glutamate and enzymes?

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