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Did anyone see a recent article comparing the digestive tract of certain primates and humans?

I think the article was circulating in the Paleosphere of one of the top bloggers or even WAPF. Can't remember! If I remember correctly, the article showed that although we have 98 …
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digestive enzymes not working

I've been paleo for about two months now. The first two weeks I was having a bowel movement everyday which was a first for me. After two weeks I modified the diet to treat candida …
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Anyone have a link for bulk enzyme powder?

I'm looking for a way to order bulk digestive enzymes in powder form. I'm specifically looking for microbial enzymes which can survive the stomach ph and make it into the gut, whi …
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Is red meat hard to digest?

I heard someone say that, is it true and why?
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digestive issues today

I've only been eating Paleo for 2 months but wow, the overindulgences the past two days have really given me issues. Anyone else feeling the effects today? I haven't slept well a …
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How do animals handle antinutrients?

A few secounds ago, I was a little hungry so I ate a tomato. I then thought about all the 'bad antinutrients' in it that I didn't remove with cooking or doing sth similar. Then th …
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Digestive Enzyme Brands

Can anybody recommend some digestive enzyme brands? Has anybody had any luck with what The Wolf recommends? Do you take them before or after? ACV anyone?
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Lightheadedness from trouble digesting meats?

I've been on Paleo diet for 3 months and for past two months have been lightheaded and having trouble digesting. Dry heaves sometimes after lunch, feel the need to burp but can't. …
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How long does phytic acid remain in the digestive system?

Assuming I ate a high phytic acid meal and 3-4 hours later, I ate a low phytic acid meal, would the phytic acid remaining from the first meal affect the nutrients in the 2nd meal? …
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Thoughts on Rebuttal to Poliquin re: Stomach Acid?

Has anyone seen this rebuttal to Poliquin about the need for HCl supplements for digestive functioning? It was originally posted in a yahoo group by an actual (gasp) gastroenterolo …
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Smoothie resulting in digestive upset

I have been having a smoothie daily for a week to change up my eggs and bacon routine.Its delicious and satisfying but after drinking it I have to go to the bathroom immediately. …
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How to know if need Digestive Enzymes/Hydrochloric Acid?

Robb Wolf and Charles Poliquin seem to frequently recommend digestive enzymes, particularly ones with hydrochloric acid such as Now Foods Super Enzymes. How do we know if we need …
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Anyone taking Pancrelipase or a prescription digestive enzyme?

My doctor prescribed me Pancrelipase since it looks like my pancreas might be a bit inflamed or irritated. I already do take digestive enzymes which helps but wondering if these wo …
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Probiotics and Digestive Enzymes

I'm currently taking Probiotics 12 plus by Dr. Ohhira, the professional formula. I can only take one a day (first thing AM), the 2nd pill (12 hrs later) I had to stop because it w …