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Her blood test revealed low vitamin B12 and vitamin D, low
copper, elevated liver signs, increased LDL cholesterol, elevated
TSH, and HbA1c at 5.5. Dr. Nahas suspected hypochlorhydria
affecting B12 absorption and suggested supplementing with
digestive enzymes and HCL. She also recommended vitamin D3,
vitamin C, and a multivitamin containing an iron zinc and copper
along with vitamin B12, probiotics for gut health, and a nutrient,
dense diet with lean proteins, fruits, vegetables, omega-3 fatty
acids, and a daily fiber smoothly.
She aimed at optimizing her digestion, nutrition absorption, and
overall metabolic function to gain deeper insight into our gut
metabolism in neurological function; she recommended a
comprehensive thyroid panel, including antibodies, G.I. map,
organic acid test, heavy metal and mineral analysis test, and a
P88 food sensitivity panel.
Case Study by Dr. Shaina Noiley DC, ACN, FMACP
A 35-year-old male presented with multiple arrays of symptoms,
including bipolar, depression, anxiety, blood sugar, dysregulation,
poor libido, intense nighttime sugar, cravings, bloating, floating,
and light-colored stools, and IBS characterized by alternating
diarrhea and constipation.
Having served in the Peace Corps in Africa for four years, his
history suggested potential exposure to unique pathogens and
environmental stressors that could contribute to his health issues
and uncover the root causes.
She utilized a GI-MAP stool test, and initial results revealed a
significant basis marked by low levels of beneficial bacteria, such
as Akkermansia muciniphila and Lactobacillus spp. There is also
overgrowth of Streptococcus along with the presence of H. pylori,
Staphylococcus aureus, and Norovirus, indicating both microbial
imbalances and compromise, get bacteria, integrity, elevated
markers of inflammation, immune activation, including Secretory
IgA, calprotectin further confirmed active gut dysfunction.
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