Elementary diet for intestinal problems!
In this video – or read the text below – we will talk about the purpose, effectiveness and applications of an elemental diet in restoring good health to a damaged gut.
This is part 2 of my top Elemental Diet FAQs. For Part 1, click here where I answer questions about the body's intolerance to the Herxheimer response to an elemental diet.
Check out the video below:
Frequently asked questions about elementary nutrition and gut health
Q: What are elemental diets good for and what do they help?
A: Elemental nutrition plays a crucial role in restoring your intestinal flora. When people eat an exclusively elemental diet for a period of two to six weeks, it serves as a reset button for the microbiota in the gut. This reset goes beyond the gut and affects the entire body.
Additionally, elemental diets prove particularly beneficial for certain digestive conditions such as SIBO and inflammatory bowel diseases such as Crohn's disease, colitis, diverticulitis and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).
By avoiding conventional foods and opting for an elemental diet, you can combat and manage the overgrowth of bacteria in the small intestine.
Note: If you are following an elemental diet, it is much better to consume a therapeutic grade probiotic like Natren Probiotic at the same time.
Q: Can elemental diets combat severe bleeding in conditions such as Crohn's disease or colitis?
A: Yes! Elemental diets help stop intestinal or colon bleeding by providing intestinal rest.
In the video, I share my personal story to reinforce this point. I recount a challenging episode in which I used an elemental diet to heal a severe bleed in my colon. Colonic or small intestinal bleeding is associated with conditions such as Crohn's disease or colitis.
In the video I describe the seriousness of the situation… I mention blood clots the size of my thumb, a drop in hemoglobin to 2/14 and the impending threat of bleeding.
What happened to me shows that elemental diets can really help with severe bleeding associated with digestive diseases.
However, it's important to know that what worked for me may be different for others. I recommend you consult and work with a supportive doctor. Professional advice is crucial to ensure what you are doing is right for you.
Q: How can elemental diets help with intestinal obstruction?
A: Elemental diets prove to be extremely beneficial when it comes to intestinal obstruction. These include certain health problems such as Crohn's disease, colitis or diverticulitis, where the accumulation of scar tissue becomes a significant problem.
As I explain in the video, conditions such as Crohn's disease or colitis involve a cycle of repeated injury and healing, resulting in the formation of scar tissue in the intestines. Over time, this scar tissue can narrow and obstruct the passage of food, leading to a blockage.
Additionally, diverticulitis – another condition I mention – involves inflammation and the formation of pockets in the intestines. Food particles can become trapped in these pockets (diverticula) and lead to infections, creating a feedback loop of complications.
In such situations, elementary liquid foods offer a practical solution. I share insights from my readers who have faced similar issues; It is highlighted that switching to an elemental diet for just 3 to 7 days can provide significant relief.
This simple approach helps eliminate constipation and allows individuals to return to easily tolerated foods.
Q: Do elemental diets play a role in stress management?
A: Of course, elemental diets are a tool to effectively deal with stress. During stressful situations like a divorce, moving, or coping with a loss, stress can affect our digestive system.
In response, elemental diets offer a quick and easy solution. These diets provide the support you need without the added pressure of focusing on healthy eating during stressful times.
In addition, the ability to digest and absorb food is reduced in stressful times. But an elemental shake like Absorb Plus is absorbed into your bloodstream immediately (within 20 minutes).
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In summary, elemental diets offer a versatile solution to various intestinal problems. These include realigning the intestinal flora, dealing with bleeding episodes, intestinal obstruction and stress management.
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Jini Patel Thompson is an internationally recognized expert in natural healing for digestive diseases. She healed herself from widespread Crohn's disease and has been medication and surgery free for over 25 years. Jini has appeared on numerous podcasts, TV and radio shows in the US, UK, Canada and Australia, giving people hope and vision on how to heal their colitis, Crohn's disease, diverticulitis and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) using all-natural methods. Her books on natural healing of digestive diseases have been sold in over 80 countries worldwide. Jini is married and has three children, nine sheep, 11 horses, a cat and three dogs.
