Ask Brenda Watson

I finally got my test results back.  I sent them to you at BrendaW@Renewlife.com. 

Where do I go from here?  I will be finished with my 30 days cleanse on October 17, 2010.  I have been taking the Intestinew, 80 billion probiotic, DigestMore Ultra enzymes, Super Critical Omega, and Fiber Smart.  From my test result, I have +3 yeast overgrowth.  Could this be one of the reasons the vitiligo has worsen at a rapid pace?  Once I cleanse my body from the yeast overgrowth, how would I know all the yeast is gone?  Because of the yeast overgrowth I was told to omit all sugars and intake few carbs for 30 days.  I am still off gluten and dairy.   The test confirmed I am gluten intolerant.  Since I do not have Celiac disease, is cross contamination something to be concerned about (example:  bread can not be on the same plate as your food, can't fry onion rings and french fries in the same grease, or bread and meat can't be cooked on the same grill)?  Is avoiding the consumption of gluten more important than worrying about cross contamination?   If my skin never became a problem I would have never known I had a digestive problem because I had no digestive symptoms.

Thank you,

CMichelle

Brenda,

I will be taking the digestive test you recommend and I purchased all the supplements.  Before I start taking any supplements I will take the test first.  I was a little overwhelmed on trying to figure out an schedule to take all these supplements.  This is what I came up with.

7:00 am- Intestinew and Probiotics (80 billions)  Can they be taken at the same time?

8:00 am- Breakfast with other supplements, digestive enzymes, and fish oil ( You recommended Crirtical Omega but the 30 days cleanse recommended 3,6,9 oil.  Which one should be taken?) 

10:00 am- Cleans Smart 1

1:00 pm- Lunch, digestive enzymes

5:30 pm- Dinner, digestive enzymes

7:00 pm- Fiber Smart

7:30 pm- Cleanse Smart 2

What is purified water, is it the same as distilled?  Beside taking another test, how would I know when my gut is healing because I've never had digestive problems in the past just skin issues.   As the gut begin to heal is it possible that the skin will begin to repigment?  Once the 30 days cleanse is over, approximately how long should I take these supplements along with the diet change?

I noticed when I purchased my probiotic that it was not refrigerated even though on the box for best result that it should be or stored in a dry place at 73 degrees.  Should probiotics be purchase if not refrigerated? 

Thank you.

Dear Brenda,

Thank you for responding.  I'm currently taking (probiotic) Orto Biotic; 20 billion.  Is this enough or do I need more? 

CMichelle

I am a young woman who has been suffering with vitiligo for 6 years.  The depigmentation started with small spots on my face, arms, and chest.  For years I was able to hide the blemishes with out worries.  Recently the spots on my body have increased at a rapid pace.  Few areas are trying to repigment but not at the pace the skin pigment is fading away.   Over the years I have been given topical steroids by my HMO doctor to repigment the skin but not very successful.  In June of 2010, I took an immune system test (Stimulated Cytokine Analysis Comprehensive Test) that was recommended by my Naturalpathic Doctor to see how well my immune system is functioning and discovered there is a lot of inflammation, conformed an auto-immune condition is present and possible gut over-growth.   I was advised to come off dairy, gluten, and refine sugar.  I had a hard time grasping the advise given.  Since attending your seminar and getting a better understanding on the digestive system, food allergies and sensitivities, I now see why with staining from those items are needed.  My ultimate goal is to heal my digestive system and my skin to repigment. 

I am currently taking the following supplements:

• B-12   2500 mcg

• Quercetin plus Vitamin C;  500 mg Querecetin & 1400 mg Vitamin C
• XFLM (K-37); 6 daily (regulate the immune system)
• Multivitamin
• Vitamin D; 5000 IU
• Omega 3; 1000 mg 3 x day
• Orto Biotic; 20 billion

I would like to start the H.O.P.E. program but i do not know where to begin.  I want to first start with the 30 day cleanse.  The type of fiber, oil, probiotics, and enzymes to choose I am uncertain.  I've read the labels of your products and not all are gluten and dairy free.  What would you suggest as a digestion regimine to bring wholeness back to my body?

I tried to attach my lab results but could not figure out how.   How can I attach my result so you will be able to view them?

Thank you for your attention to this matter.