LWscd

Subject:

Metamucil, miso, and raw fish

Question:

I would like to know if these foods are allowed for scd: psyllium husk, soy sauce, miso( soy bean paste), raw fish .I was diagnosed uc two years ago . I am in remission since Nov/2000 and taking 4 asacol a day. I started scd 2 wks ago because I want to be free from this medicene .

Elaine writes:

The husks of psyllium seed are very abrasive for an inflamed gastrointestinal track and also they contain what many nutritionists think is an insoluble carbohydrate (lignin) which I feel that some bacteria (Costerton's work) can attack and gain nourishment from it. So even though Metamucil without husks (I assume Metamucil and psyllium are the same thing) is helping some people, generally it is not legal. If you have been taking it for certain reasons, perhaps it will not bother you. Soy sauce is not permitted, miso (fermented soy sauce ) can be tried when you are off your drugs and doing fine, and raw fish is something which biochemically should be OK and I am having next week for the first time but the other problems we hear lately about pollution are subjects I, of course, do not understand.

Prev Next

The Healing Crow is a nonprofit corporation. Information published by The Healing Crow is intended to expand the knowledge of the reader about health issues. It is not meant to diagnose, prescribe, or replace medical care. Our mission is to educate the public about chronic illnesses and corresponding non-drug related treatments. We encourage others to critically examine all avenues of information pertaining to health including: naturopaths, chiropractors, physicians, medical and scientific papers, and others; in order to make an informed decision. We believe a patient has the right to question a health source without taking any medical advice on faith. The best patient is an informed one. Before instituting a major change in diet or nutrition please consult a worthy expert in nutrition or a doctor. Although we believe our information to be as accurate as possible, discrepancies may arise. If you have a personal story and would like to include your testimonial on our site, please email us at the link above.