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correct, DAO is the enzyme that helps with the breakdown of histamines. I like Seeking Health’s Histamine Digest product but it is derived from porcine: https://us.fullscript.com/o/catalog/products/U3ByZWU6OlByb2R1Y3QtODE4MDA=/U3ByZWU6OlZhcmlhbnQtMTA3NzY5/
You can also take a look at their Histamine Probiotic “ProBiota HistaminX” as a nice complement which is suitable for vegetarians.
For systemic use to manage histamine levels and not just before histamine rich foods, it’s to be taken on an empty stomach 1-3 x per day.
Unfortunately, there are no DAO products on the market derived from a vegetarian source. You can however look at food therapy options like sprouting pea seedlings: https://healinghistamine.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/05/Pea-seedlings-as-a-supplement.pdf
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It’s on the list for January’s handouts. It should be up in the next 2 weeks.
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I saw your message but my computer decided to die on me before I could reply a few days ago and my iPad isn’t cooperating so my apologies for this 1 big paragraph reply without spacing.
Pinworms and Dientamoeba fragilis are 2 different types of parasites. Pinworms are helminths and DF are protozoa.
Pinworms are very common in children and they spread easily – think of kids playing in sand, putting everything into their mouths, very little concept of personal hygiene (let’s face it, kids are dirty little humans ). Biggest tell-tale sign is an itchy bum, especially at night when they come out of the anus to lay more eggs! (I know it’s gross but it’s all part of the parenthood journey!) You might also see small little worms in their stool.
Mebendazole – the active ingredient in Vermox is effective but take a look at the “other” non-active ingredients added. This has always turned me off… GMO corn starch, hydrogenated vegetable oil, FD&C yellow No.6 more specifically.
Another medication that is effective is Pyrantel Pamoate. Reese’s Pinworm medicine includes that with less “nasties”. https://www.amazon.com/REESES-MEDICINE-PYRANTEL-PAMOATE-SUSPENSION/dp/B01A1C6ET2
These medications are effective and easy; they usually only need 2 doses. Once at the first sign of pinworms and another 2 weeks after.
Also make sure that you’re washing everything often in hot water. Use detergent and vinegar and make sure you and your family are washing your hands often, especially under the nails. You can also apply non-petroleum jelly and rub it on the anus at night to prevent egg-laying and re-infection after kids itch their bums.
During this time, eating probiotic rich foods or taking probiotics is also a good idea to help strengthen gut immunity.
The lifecycle of a pinworm varies from 5 to 13 weeks, so testing can be done after this time to ensure you got them all.
If you prefer the more natural approach, please watch the “anti-parasitics” video in the Gut Health Masterclass for options suitable for children. The natural approach does take longer however.
Hope this helps (and apologies again for this chunk of a reply – I’ll edit it once my PC is back).
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good news! My application to FunctionalDX got approved. Now I’m just waiting for them to send me the login details and we’ll add it to the Resource section of the library hopefully soon.
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you can try emailing Ashley Frost for a virtual NEO Emotional Release session instead. She’s in Europe so it might be easier to find a time that works for both as well. Here is her booking link:
https://calendly.com/intunelife/emotionalrelease
Please keep us posted.
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Happy New Year to you too! I wish you the same and good health above all!
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Daniel provided some great insights. What stands out for me is the fact that it disappears when your immune system is compromised/working over time (high viral load) which tells me it’s immune mediated.
As rapid relief, have you tried DAO enzymes before to see if that helps the rash disappear (i.e. possibly histamine related)?
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do not attempt to clean the mold in your apartment. Either consider paying out of pocket to have it professionally cleaned or consider moving. I know the latter sounds extreme, but it’s not worth the high risk.
There are preventative lifestyle steps you can take while still living in mold:
• get outdoors as often as possible (limit your time and exposure inside the apartment)
• reduce exposure if you know where the mold is by sealing it off by covering vents with plastic and a thick tape, such as duct or frog tape. I’ve seen this work for under sink cabinets, closets, and even entire basement rooms.
• open windows as often as possible weather permitting, but monitor humidity levels. Humidity in your home should always be less than 60%. If not, consider getting a dehumidifier for those areas of high humidity.
• invest in a hyper/ultra HEPA air filter. IQ Air has a distributor in Abu Dhabi. These units are expensive but effective. Checkout other air filter options here in the “Air & Skin” pillar.In terms of washing your belongings, look into these 2 products:
• EC3 or CitrisafeBoth of these sites have a good amount of information about how to properly clean your belongings depending on the types of surface you’re looking to clean. Take some time to read through them.
Hope this helps.
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another great summary. Thank you for sharing
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You can contact Dr. Gonzales at this email: info@docgonzalez.com
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I will take a look at that for you. Please give me some time.
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Hi congratulations! A craving for milk could mean a need for more calcium. Dairy is a great source of calcium, but unfortunately many people do not tolerate dairy milk.
Instead I prefer recommending fermented or cultured dairy products which increase the viability of the milk like kefir, cheese, and buttermilk for example.
Organic, grass-fed, non-homogenized are labels to be looking for.
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are you adding sole or other form of electrolytes in your water? It can help with absorption…
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it’s not something I rely on in the initial stages – especially when many foundational items need to be addressed first. Once a client is optimal, we can then look at genetics as a guide to help to keep them there. For example, someone with a strong history of cancer in the family might want to stay on glutathione lifelong as 1 oversimplified example
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