EOE Update 2 - New Treatment Plan

We visited Healthy Kids Pediatrics today and talked to Dr. Nadoo (who also consulted Dr. Osborne, the naturopath).  Over the past few years, we've visited Healthy Kids Pediatrics for other reasons but hadn't been there since our son's condition developed.

We were so thankful for Dr. Nadoo's care and recommendations. 

Here's the plan of care we received (5 items listed below), to help heal our son's gut and hopefully get rid of the EOE!

That is our prayer!!

1.   Pro Omega Fish Oil    1 – 1 ½ tsp once a day

Benefits: "Provides exceptionally high levels of the omega-3 fats EPA and DHA."  Dr. Nadoo suggested Fish oil vs. Flax Oil. 

Each 5ml contains 3202mg of Essential Fatty acids.  1 standard fish oil capsule contains 300mg of EFA’s. This means that 1 tsp on Nordic Naturals ProOmega is equivalent to 11 standard capsules.

2.   Vita-Zymes Chewable     2 tablets before each meal

Benefits: Helps settle the gut and prevent reflux.  This was recommended vs. Prevacid which was prescribed by the GI doctor.

3.   GI Revive  (powder)    1 tsp    2 x / day

Benefits: "Slippery elm, chamomile and okra will sooth and coat inflamed bowels.
Cat’s claw supplement will decrease inflammation. Amino acids will support that smooth intestinal muscle.  Cat’s claw, quercitin, and mucin for comprehensive support of optimal gastrointestinal health. Prunus and citrus pectin are included to aid regularity.   If you have food sensitivities, this product will support your gut."

4.   Intrakid         1 oz      2 x / day for 2 weeks, then ½ oz     2 x / day, break on Sunday (ongoing)

Benefits: "100% organic liquid multi-vitamin and nutritional supplement specifically designed for children aged 4-12. Containing over 215 vitamins, minerals and other nutrients, IntraKID™ is formulated to support the healthy development of our children, as well as provide a defense against disease and illness.  The finest and most comprehensive nutritional supplement available for children.  Low Glycemic.  No Synthetics.  No Preservatives.  No Additives.  Hypoallergenic.  Vegetarian. Fresh Raspberry Taste."

Contains: 71+ trace minerals, 115 antioxidants, 10 essential fatty acids, 39 amino acids, 10 digestive enzymes, 35 green foods, 8 essential sugars, 62 vitamins and nutrients, 34 herbs, 16 macro minerals, 14 vegetables, 65 electrolytes, 7 optimum seeds and sprouts, aloe vera, 25 fruits, 10 probiotics, silver, noni, 12 carotenoids, 22 fibers, 86 bioflavanoids

Does not contain any: Preservatives, colloids, fat, cholesterol, wheat, gluten, caffeine, corn, yeast, rice flour, peanuts, nuts, soy, dairy, fish or fish oil, animal products, artificial additives, artificial colors, artificial flavors, fillers, pesticides, herbicides, antibiotics (drugs), chemicals, starch, binders, coatings, excipients, or flow agents.

5.   Black Walnut Herbal Supplement 9 drops in water    3 x / day

Benefits:
Gastrointestinal: The juglone in black walnuts may be behind the plant's ability to normalize intestinal tissue and may explain why black walnut drops are often used for nausea, constipation, diarrhea and the treatment of colic. Chinese researchers also studied juglone's effects on three key enzymes from Helicobacter pylori, the bacteria that causes ulcers, and found that it was effective at inhibiting growth of the bacteria.

Parasitic:
Black walnut drops have been used to treat worms and other parasites and even poison oak rashes. It's the juglone in black walnut drops that targets tapeworms, while the tannins work as an astringent and help to reduce secretions and irritation and shrink and disinfect the top layer of skin to help relieve symptoms of ringworm.