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Gut Healing Essentials That Actually Work for SIBO and Histamine Intolerance

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On my SIBO/Histamine healing journey, I’ve discovered a handful of supplements and devices that have made the process so much easier. These are the exact tools I personally use, whether it’s tracking my breath with FoodMarble, making gut-friendly yog...
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Things you need to make SIBO Yoghurt

These are the essentials you’ll need to make SIBO yogurt, which uses the powerful strains L. reuteri, L. gasseri, and B. subtilis

 
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I’ve been using this yogurt maker for Dr. William Davis’ SIBO yogurt, and it’s been reliable and consistent for me over the past month. What really stands out is Luvele’s excellent customer support- they share plenty of helpful videos on YouTube, and...
LUVELE PURE PLUS YOGURT MAKER | 2.1QT (2L) GLASS CONTAINER for culturing SIBO Yoghurt
 
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I use this to make L. reuteri yogurt because it’s more affordable. It contains the ATCC PTA 6475 and DSM 17938 strains, is easy to crush, and has a neutral smell.
BioGaia Gastrus ATCC PTA 6475 & DSM 17938 strains, Adult Probiotic for Constipation, Diarrhea, Gas & Bloating
 
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For B. subtilis, I get mine from Microbiome Labs. They’re a reputable company, and their co-founder Kiran Krishnan has many YouTube videos where he explains their products in detail.
Microbiomelabs Ultra Strength Bacillus subtilis HU58, 60 capsules
 
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This is where I buy the L.gasseri probiotics. Be careful not to just buy any probiotics and find the right strain (BNR17).
Dr. Mercola Biothin Probiotic Digestive Health (L.Gasseri BNR17), 30 capsules

Histamine Intolerance Support

These are additional supplements I use to support histamine intolerance, ranging from Vitamin C to different types of DAO enzymes

 
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Gentle and effective. I take one capsule 15 minutes before meals and it helps with with histamine breakdown and also includes DAO enzyme co-factors. No unpleasant or noticeable side effect when I take them.
Seeking Health Histamine Nutrients, 60 caps, supports histamine breakdown + DAO enzyme co-factors
 
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The newest addition to my DAO supplements. I alternate it with others to see which works best for me. It’s gentle, works well, has no side effects, and the pills are nice and small.
Solaray, Vegan DAO Enzyme, 4.2 mg, 30 VegCaps
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By far the most effective DAO enzyme I’ve tried. It’s porcine-based with a high IU count, so I save it for heavier histamine meals, usually about 20 minutes before eating. It also has Vitamin C and Quercetin for extra histamine support, but if you ca...dr-healthcare.com/en/portfolio/daofood-plus-dietary-management-of-dao-deficiency
DAOfood® Plus: Dietary management of DAO deficiency, 60 capsules
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Another DAO support supplement I’ve been using. It comes with extra ingredients to help with histamine overload, though tolerance can vary from person to person. For me, it sometimes turns my pee dark yellow, probably from the B6. I couldn’t tolerate...
Seeking Health, Histamine Nutrients, 60 Capsules
 
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For bloating, stomach aches, indigestion, Iberogast is what you need. It's also a prokinetic, helps with gut motility. I take it when I feel super bloated or fullness. Works for me.
Iberogast Dual Action Digestive Relief Daily Herbal Supplement Liquid Drops, 1.69 fl oz
 
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I’ve been taking this for about a month and it’s the only form of Vitamin C that hasn’t upset my stomach. Other types usually give me that acidic, gastritis-like feeling, but this one feels gentle and easy. I’ve had no issues with it and it’s been a ...
Pure, Buffered Calcium Ascorbate, Vitamin C Powder, 8 oz (227 g)

Gut Lining and Villi Support

These are the items I’ve used to strengthen my gut lining and support villi growth

 
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Vital Proteins Collagen Peptides has been such a game changer for me when it comes to gut healing. It helps support the gut lining and gives the villi what they need to regrow. Once the villi are stronger, food intolerances like lactose and fructose ...
Vital Proteins, Collagen Peptides, Unflavored, 20 oz (567 g)
 
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Doctor's Best PepZin GI®, Zinc-L-Carnosine Complex – I’ve been taking this for two weeks to help regrow my villi, which turned out to be the missing piece in healing histamine intolerance. It’s not enough to just clear SIBO—without rebuilding the vil...
Doctor's Best, PepZin GI®, Zinc-L-Carnosine Complex, 120 Veggie Caps, supports vili regenaration in gut lining

FoodMarble AIRE 2

No more pricey hydrogen or methane breath tests. With the FoodMarble Aire, you can easily track your gut health anytime, anywhere. It’s truly a lifesaver. Fun fact: it was created by an Irish doctor for his wife who struggled with gut issues

 
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Make sure to get the FoodMarble Aire 2 device which is the latest. They ship from Ireland and their customer service is awesome!
FoodMarble AIRE 2 | No.1 Methane and Hydrogen Breath ...