Chinese Medicine for Celiac Disease

Most Importanta chronic condition, consult your healthcare
Complete multivitamin and mineral complexvitammprovider regarding the duration of treatment.)
B complex (as prescribed by healthcareTraditional Chinese Medicine
provider)-necessary for proper digestion;Acupuncture Acupuncture can be used, to help
injections are best because they bypass theremedy typical symptoms, including
digestive systemgastrointestinal discomfort, abdominal distention,
Also Recommendedlethargy, irregular bowel movements, and slack
ZInc (1 15-mg lozenge 5 times daily not tomuscle tone in the stomach region. The
exceed a total of 100 mg from allpractitioner typically targets points that relate to
supplements)-promotes healingthe small intestine, large intestine, and stomach.
Copper (3 mg)-to balance with zincAcupressure This method of treatment can help
Evening primrose oil (as directed on label)-providesrelieve the constipation or frequent bowel
essential fatty acids needed for intestinal healthmovements that often accompany celiac disease.
Magnesium (750 mg daily)-a deficiency is commonIt also can ease abdominal discomfort and
in people with celiac diseaseincrease the patient's energy level.
Calcium (1500 mg)-works with magnesiumChinese Herbal Therapy Herbs that are
Vitamin C (2000 to 5000 mg in dividedsometimes used to treat the disorder include
doses)-boosts the immune systemtrifoliate orange (for digestive upset and abdominal
L-glutamine (2 g)-supports intestinal immunebloating), fennel (to regulate and enhance digestive
systemfunctions), and nutmeg (to tone the small
A prodophilus formula (as directed on label)intestine).
(For an acute condition, take supplements untilAn 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. ForAplotaxis Carminative Pills.