[Daniel]

Hey ,

Even if both tests examine Epstein Barr Virus(EBV), the results mean different things.

When the GI maps stool test tests positive, this means there is an active Epstein-Barr infection going on somewhere in the GI tract.

In the blood test, you can see the antibodies present as a result of the immune system trying to deal with a viral load. So the blood test is more indicative of evidence of previous infections as well since the virus, once infected, will always be present in the blood. It hides in the B-cells (a specific immune cell), but also in the nerves and the dorsal root ganglion.

EBV is transmitted through body fluids and is most often transmitted through saliva. In fact, most people worldwide carry the virus with them dormant after the infection.

EBV is a virus from the herpes family, one of eight that are known to routinely infect people. It can cause symptoms like fever, sore throat, and swollen lymph glands, most often in the neck.

Reinfection can occur sometimes, especially with stress. In these cases giving the immune system support can help. Supplements like cat’s claw, reishi mushrooms and monolaurin and larch arabinogalactan can help reduce the viral load.

But I would recommend you to read this handout about reducing viral loads if you need support with that.

[Daniel]

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How did it taste?

[Daniel]

Hey ,

Bromelain is slightly acidic, that’s true. I just realized, are you still taking PPI’s? And if so, what medication are you currently on? Just checking for possible contraindications here!

[Daniel]

Sure, why not? Go for it!

… I hope it will taste nice!

[Daniel]

I would advise you to combine it with food. It wil be better absorbed since they are both fat-soluble vitamins. I never recommended my clients to divide the dosage over the day. You can take it all at once.

With levels of 29 mg/ml, I recommend my customers usually to start with 2000 IU (or 50 mcg) vitamin D daily for a few months and then measure their serum vitamin D. However…

Were you already taking vitamin D before your functional DX? If so, how much and how long? To get serum vitamin D concentration in the optimal zone, there are some personal differences as well.

For example, to keep my vitamin D levels in the optimal zone I personally need 4500 IU daily.

Here is a handout that I would recommend you to take a look at as well. It goes in depth on vitamin D and vitamin D supplementation.

[Daniel]

Hey ,

Great choice! Quercetin could also help with gut healing as well. My favourite brand is Quercetin from Pure Encapsulations. With normal forms of Quercetin, I usually recommend my clients to start with 1000 mg 2 times per day.

Quercetin phytosome from Thorne I like as well since it is better absorbed. According to this research, it is absorbed 20x better than quercetin and stays longer in your body. Just follow the dosing on the bottle.

Now Foods has also a quercetin product combined with Bromelain. The dosage is different (800mg), but also here I would advise somewhere between 1000 spread over at least 2 times per day.

I hope you can order at least one of these products in the Uk!

[Daniel]

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Thanks for the tips! I’m in my ‘curry recipe’ period! I will search for it, so thanks for the inspiration!

[Daniel]

Hey ,

How did it went with ordering the supplements? I hope all went well!

[Daniel]

Hey ,

Since the problems with access to content are resolved you could also try this link! It will bring you to the acid reflux symptom dictionary handout.

I’m unaware if Invisalign itself can cause acid reflux. It isn’t documented, but that doesn’t mean that it can happen. The discomfort or pain that Invisalign could cause does however impact stress levels. Stress can cause acid reflux, so it wouldn’t surprise me at all.

I hope that this answered your question!

[Daniel]

Hey ,

I realised (perhaps a little late)… did someone with a functional medicine background took a look at the lab values of your son? If you feel like sharing, you could post them here, then Bernadette or me will take a look.

For example, sometimes anemia is missed due to unique circumstances. This can cause orthostatic hypotension as well. There might be endocrine issues leaving clues in the lab values that can be missed by traditional medicine, while people with a functional medicine background can still pick them up, because they look in a different way to the values.

Being dehydrated can also cause orthostatic hypotension. If he takes other medications as well, let us know. Some medications can also contribute to orthostatic hypotension.

[Daniel]

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Usually, I recommend 2x 100-150 mg of CoQ10. Make sure you have the ubiquinol form (and not the ubiquinone!)

Here is a brand that I like in particular. It’s from Thorne and is called Q10. You can find it here!

[Daniel]

Hey ,

I have never tried it. It is very hard to get here in The Netherlands. The good thing it might also help you with your stool. It has a laxative effect.

One thing to be aware of is that high consumption of Bitter Gourd can also cause abdominal pain. I don’t know how much Bitter Gourd is ‘high consumption’, but I thought you should be aware!

How does it taste?

[Daniel]

 Thank you!!

[Daniel]

Hey ,

I hope this will bring some relief to you. You sure deserve it! I hope you can hang on until then! 

[Daniel]

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Are you having sources you might not be aware of? Sometimes vitamin B12 is added to foods, drinks or protein powders/bars.

Do you know if your older serum B12 levels are much elevated? Some people are able to absorb B12 much more efficiently because they produce more haptocorrin (which is a protein that transports vitamin B12 into the body).

Some bacteria in the colon also produce vitamin B12, which could contribute to elevations in vitamin B12. It might not be the only factor at play in this case though. The amount of B12 produced by the gut microbiome is usually pretty low.

Several liver issues can cause elevations in serum B12. Your liver enzymes look low normal, but just slightly. Vitamin B6 is a cofactor that is needed to produce liver enzymes. If you’re low in B6 your body might try to produce liver enzymes but lacks the building materials. This then can hide potential liver issues. An ultrasound to examine the liver to rule out a fatty liver or liver damage is advisable. Again: this is to rule out stuff.

Did your doctor also look at your kidney function? Also, healthy kidneys are important to clear vitamin B12.

If stress is a big player in your life right now this handout could provide you with some relief. But tackling the stress source is where the real focus should be of course!