@naslam1603 – I replied in a different thread. I’ll recopy my reply about supporting better bile flow here:

Please watch this video from the gut health masterclass to understand how to better support liver health and bile flow for various situations.

Bile flow can also be supported by consuming bitter foods. Please see this handout for a list…

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@naslam1603 – yes you can test vitamin C status in blood with a fasting plasma ascorbate test. It’s very important that it be fasting and that vitamin C supplementation be avoided a day before testing because vitamin C will transiently rise to high levels after acute intake even in deficiency.

@naslam1603 – I encourage you to read this article which looks at the possible mechanisms behind MCAS (commonly seen in long-haulers), PASC, POTS, and the possible role of antihistamines in treatment.

DAO enzymes can be helpful in reducing overall symptoms since these help break down histamine, as opposed to simply blocking histamine receptors…

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Hi @naslam1603 – please watch this video from the gut health masterclass to understand how to better support liver health and bile flow for various situations.

Bile flow can also be supported by consuming bitter foods. Please see this handout for a list of foods and/or bile support supplements.

@naslam1603 – was this a formal diagnosis? What I see is that DAO is low, which is contributing to higher histamine levels. DAO is produced in the brush border of the gut lining, therefore is highly influenced by microbiome balance and overall gut health. Since you already know that there is dysbiosis from the GI Map and borderline SIBO…

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@naslam1603 – I would encourage you to search through Amrita Nutrition’s catalog to see what’s available near you since that’s often a limitation for you.

I have also recommended Quicksilver’s liposomal vitamin C before, but it may have the same effect as Seeking Health’s product. A capsule in that case might be a better option to provide…

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Hi @naslam1603 – was that a formal diagnosis that was given to you? Are you currently experiencing symptoms? If so, please list them out.

@naslam1603 for my sensitive clients with compromised digestion, I usually recommend the Biocidin LSF version (or liquid if cost is a concern) to help with absorption. The starting dose could be anywhere from 1 to 3 drops per day, and gradually increasing it to 5 drops, 3 x per day for 30 to 60 days.

And yes, that product contains many…

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Hi @naslam1603 – weaning off famotidine can take time, especially if you’ve been on it for a while. If you couldn’t tolerate 150mg, I’ve had clients buy empty capsules and dump half the content into another capsule to reduce the dosage even further. It should also be taken mid-meal to avoid that burning sensation. Even a low dose or a…

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@naslam1603 – I understand your hesitation with taking antibiotics given the borderline levels and history of gut dysfunction. This is when herbs can be considered as an alternative route. They can be just as effective minus the side effects of antibiotics, but they do take a little longer to rectify the situation (e.g. ~3 months of…

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