Comments on: Specific Carbohydrate Diet (SCD) for Gut Health: Does It Really Help?

By: HealthRovia

HealthRovia — Mon, 12 Oct 2026 03:39:31 +0000

What an impressively thorough, evidence-based breakdown — I appreciate that you separate the theoretical mechanisms from what the small studies actually show. The honest takeaway that SCD shows promise for IBD but isn’t supported for IBS or generally healthy people is exactly the nuance this topic needs. The warning about restrictiveness and nutrient deficiencies matters too; too many people jump into elimination diets without professional guidance.

By: Cheryl

Cheryl — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 07:21:00 +0000

This diet saved my daughter’s life when all else failed. She was not able to digest anything and was labeled as “Failure to Thrive”. She was on it from 2 years until 10 years old. She can now eat everything every one else does. It is a very restrictive diet and difficult at times, but you do what you have to in order to save your child. There are chat groups and much support involving all kinds of physicians if you look for it online. It was well worth it!!!!

By: Cheryl

Cheryl — Sun, 30 Dec 2018 07:17:00 +0000

This diet saved my daughter’s life when all else failed. She was not digesting anything and was labeled as “Failure to Thrive”. She was on it from 2 years old until 10 years. She is now eating everything everyone else does. It is restrictive and challenging at times, but it was well worth it!!