Teri, I forgot to ask too if you've tried probiotics? My Gastroenterologist recommended them and I cannot tell you how significant the improvement has been in my gut. It takes a couple of weeks for the full effect to be seen and the changes may be so subtle you don't know anything is happening. However, if you do them for that two week period and then miss even one day, you will be able to tell the difference. I am totally sold on probiotics! Ask your doc ...