| Most Important | | | | a chronic condition, consult your healthcare |
| Complete multivitamin and mineral complexvitamm | | | | provider regarding the duration of treatment.) |
| B complex (as prescribed by healthcare | | | | Traditional Chinese Medicine |
| provider)-necessary for proper digestion; | | | | Acupuncture Acupuncture can be used, to help |
| injections are best because they bypass the | | | | remedy typical symptoms, including |
| digestive system | | | | gastrointestinal discomfort, abdominal distention, |
| Also Recommended | | | | lethargy, irregular bowel movements, and slack |
| ZInc (1 15-mg lozenge 5 times daily not to | | | | muscle tone in the stomach region. The |
| exceed a total of 100 mg from all | | | | practitioner typically targets points that relate to |
| supplements)-promotes healing | | | | the small intestine, large intestine, and stomach. |
| Copper (3 mg)-to balance with zinc | | | | Acupressure This method of treatment can help |
| Evening primrose oil (as directed on label)-provides | | | | relieve the constipation or frequent bowel |
| essential fatty acids needed for intestinal health | | | | movements that often accompany celiac disease. |
| Magnesium (750 mg daily)-a deficiency is common | | | | It also can ease abdominal discomfort and |
| in people with celiac disease | | | | increase the patient's energy level. |
| Calcium (1500 mg)-works with magnesium | | | | Chinese Herbal Therapy Herbs that are |
| Vitamin C (2000 to 5000 mg in divided | | | | sometimes used to treat the disorder include |
| doses)-boosts the immune system | | | | trifoliate orange (for digestive upset and abdominal |
| L-glutamine (2 g)-supports intestinal immune | | | | bloating), fennel (to regulate and enhance digestive |
| system | | | | functions), and nutmeg (to tone the small |
| A prodophilus formula (as directed on label) | | | | intestine). |
| (For an acute condition, take supplements until | | | | An herbalist also may prescribe over-the counter |
| your symptoms subside. If symptoms persist, | | | | herbal formulas, such as Ginseng Stomachic Pills or |
| seek the advice of your healthcare provider. For | | | | Aplotaxis Carminative Pills. |