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I've heard it helps with the diarrhea, if not the infections itself.
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- Barley contains gluten, something anyone with gut issues should avoid.
Not sure where you "heard" that it can help. It's really something to avoid.
Please do not consider ingesting any amount of barley, even a trace can do damage for those with gluten issues. And gluten exposure in those affected can cause issues that can last for up to six months, even brain issues.
There are other things to consider though: DGL for starters.
A tiny bit of slippery elm or marshmallow root (not too much as they can cause loose bowels if too much). -
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- Coconut can help with diarrhea, too. As can carob root powder, mixed in water. -
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The carob tree, or Ceratonia siliqua, has fruit that looks like a dark brown pea pod, which carries pulp and seeds. Carob is a sweet and healthy substitute for chocolate. Using it for health benefits goes back 4,000 years to ancient Greece.
According to the “Encyclopedia of Healing Foods,” 19th-century British chemists sold carob pods to singers. Chewing on carob pods helped singers maintain healthy vocal cords and soothe and cleanse their throat. . . .
. . . Carob gum
Carob is in many skin care products and medications. It’s usually labeled as C. siliqua, which is the scientific name for carob gum. The gum comes from the seeds, which are 35 percent gum. . . .
. . . Carob for digestive issues You may want to look into eating carob if you have digestive issues. Carob’s tannins, which are dietary compounds found in plants, are different from regular plant tannins.
Regular plant tannins dissolve in water and prevent digestion, but carob’s tannins don’t. Rather, they have a drying effect on the digestive tract that helps tackle toxins and prevent harmful bacterial growth in the intestines.
The natural sugars in carob also help thicken loose stool. Research suggests carob bean juice can be a safe and effective way to treat diarrhea in young children and adults. Check with your doctor before taking carob as a supplement. . . .
[Of course, much more detail at link]
[Poster's note: last Paragraph excerpt -- I hope no one freaks out over the "natural sugars" as these are very beneficial in various aspects.]
DRINK WATER with carob, though, as it can be rather binding. Water is needed to make sure it does not bind in gut. -
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