GFCF diet and topical supplements

[Riham El Asady]

Hi Dr Woeller,
A couple of questions in relation to diet and supplements please.
I am under the impression that the GFCF diet follows an “all-or-none” principal. In other words, if we were to simply decrease the intake or limit it to as little as possible, would this not make a difference? Is there a scientific basis for this?
My second question please is regarding topical supplements. For example, does topical glutathione work as well as the oral form. I have to try alternative methods because my son doesn’t swallow pills. Whenever possible i go with oral or parenteral forms. Eg Methyl B12 injections turned out to be very convenient so I can actually use them with ease. I feel that they have a superior effect in comparison with other forms like nasal sprays etc.
Your guidance would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks,
Riham

[DrWoeller]

Riham,
The GFCF diet should be ‘all or nothing’ in the beginning for at least 3 months (minimum). This is the only way to see its true effectiveness. Otherwise, just reducing the consumption in the beginning won’t give a clear picture. Its like telling someone who has a drinking problem to just cut back on their drinking versus going off of alcohol completely. Typically, within 4 to 6 weeks its pretty clear whether the diet is having obvious effects. Therefore, get a clear picture first than decide if modifying makes sense overtime. Some kids do okay with reduced intake, but I would only make this determination after a complete elimination trial in the beginning.

I don’t feel any topical supplement works as well as oral. However, this is not to imply that topicals don’t work at all, but usually not a good. Topical glutathione is okay and better than nothing. My favorite form of glutathione is the lipoceutical (liposomal) glutathione from New Beginnings Nutritionals.

I don’t have a lot of experience with transdermal vitamins, but I cannot imagine them working great.

I hope this helps.
Dr. Woeller

[Riham El Asady]

Thanks Dr Woeller.
I have the same feeling about topical supplements.
How about Low dose Naltrexone? I have it compounded at Hopewell pharmacy and prepared as a topical cream.
Thanks for your help.

[DrWoeller]

Riham,
Topical LDN is good. I use it quite often.
Dr. Woeller

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