The real question isn’t whether an immunoglobulin (SBI) concentrate is needed for gut issues. The scientifically proven answer to that is, “Yes.” An immunoglobulin concentrate should be absolutely (in my opinion) used to help with all gut issues. ⁠.⁠The real question with using immunoglobulins is whether a person should start with them? When do they take them? And at what dose should they take them at (dependent upon the severity of the issues)? ⁠.⁠Finally, there is the question of what else does a person need to take with them and in what order to best address the specific issues they...

To address gut issues, always start at the beginning and address the underlying causes as part of any gut health program.. There is a general belief that “…gut dysbiosis, including small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), causes IBS symptoms.” (Reference: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5347643/#) .“Many esophageal diseases, including gastroesophageal reflux, appear to be driven by a dysregulated esophageal microbiome, new research indicates.”“However, the investigators now think that an altered microbiome is not a marker for these diseases, but a cause.” (Reference: https://www.gastroendonews.com/In-the-News/Article/07-21/Paradigm-Shift-In-GERD-Esophageal-Illnesses-/63914).Unlike other companies that always use probiotics as step 1 for every gut issue, at Silver Fern™ Brand we help address issues like...

There is a reason most protocols and plans for reflux/heartburn fail. They don’t address the whole problem.⁠.⁠I don’t suggest any protocol or plan that doesn’t take into account inflammatory and dysbiosis (bacteria imbalance) issues. If someone comes to me with reflux/heartburn, I will always suggest a plan to address these issues. ⁠.⁠I start with motility and acid secretion then aggressively go after inflammatory and dysbiosis issues. This process is also what’s needed to help with food intolerances and sensitivities too.⁠.⁠What does someone do if they are curious about a plan for reflux/heartburn?⁠1️⃣ – Start with motility issues⁠2️⃣ – Help aggressively...

TBH we were shocked to find that the majority of our friends that we travel with who are normally very regular people get severelyconstipated while travelling. What do we suggest?.Load up on the Upper GI Relief. This works every time. The dosing is between 6 and 8 capsules a day for people with severe constipation issues..Many people get really bad traveler’s diarrhea. What do we suggest?Load up on the Ultimate Probiotic and Cleanse products (Gut Rehab Kit)..What do Phil and Tiff take while traveling?We take all 3 (Upper GI Relief, Cleanse and Ultimate Probiotic), especially when traveling out of the...

It's difficult figuring out where to start, we get it. Let’s be honest, the whole process and product choices can be confusing, right. We constantly get people that have tried dozens of products and programs with no success, not to mention the thousands of dollars they've spent on products that were a waste of money. Sound familiar? .I am working very hard with our science team to come up with a guide to help with that. In the meantime, please message me. I love to help people. Love it. I do get hundreds of messages a day. But I try...

Notice: The programs, products, ingredients, and suggestions we make apply well beyond gut health benefits..“Artichoke leaf extract may protect your liver from damage and promote the growth of new tissue.”“For example, one trial in 90 people with non-alcoholic fatty liver disease revealed that consuming 600 mg of artichoke extract daily for two months led to improved liver function.”https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/artichoke-benefits.All our products and ingredients offer a wide range of health benefits. While some may get the impression our programs are centrally focused on one thing, the truth is that they actually offer a wide range of health benefits..And before someone hits all...

I work hard daily to customize product protocols, dosing, timelines, etc. to match a specific person’s needs. .Here are common types of statements I get all day long, every week:.🔹“I have tried all probiotics. They always hurt. I won’t ever take them again because they hurt too bad.” I’ll bet if that person takes Ultimate Probiotic in step 3 of a customized program, they will do great with it. But I wouldn’t ask them to start with probiotics in step 1 (not even our probiotics). And my favorite product is the Ultimate Probiotic. It needs to be taken at the...

For everyone who thinks that antibiotics are a complete wrecking machine on the gut, they definitely do a number on gut health..Sometimes they are necessary. They just are. Here’s the secret:.There are probiotic strains, (like S. boulardii, B. coagulans, B. subtilis) that are shown to reduce and/or prevent the antibiotic-induced dysbiosis (bacteria imbalance) conditions as well as reduce the gut membrane barrier damage caused by antibiotics..“Hence, we conclude that S. boulardii prevented antibiotic associated gut dysbiosis leading to reduced intestinal and brain inflammation and oxidative stress thus preventing hippocampal neuronal damage and eventually reversing gut dysbiosis…” https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33811908/#.“Bacillus subtilis HU58 and Bacillus coagulans SC208...

When someone tells me their regularity is good as long as they take ______________ (fill in the blank) every night before bed I think to myself, “That’s not really regularity. That’s assisted regularity. That doesn’t count.”.When someone tells me they live on laxatives and then later on mention they have bloating, cramps, gas, headaches, etc. I usually think to myself, “We really need to get motility going again without the laxatives.”.Getting off of laxatives is usually step 1 in resolving gut health problems. We have protocols to help people get off of laxatives. Regular unassisted motility helps A LOT. .Our...

Has anyone noticed that food intolerances and sensitivities seem to go along with reflux/heartburn?⁠.⁠This is because food intolerances and sensitivities trigger reflux/ heartburn. The problem is that food intolerances and sensitivities take longer than a couple months to help address.⁠.⁠Acid blockers are super convenient and cheap. They plug a hole for reflux/heartburn fast. The long-term side effects may not be desirable, but they work quickly. Natural solutions take more time. ⁠.⁠For people just barely encountering reflux/heartburn issues or for those that haven’t jumped into using acid blockers, a plan can be effectively used relatively quickly. ⁠.⁠For those deciding to get...

Want to ditch unwanted weight, get back to grace, and reclaim your energy?Going on crash diets, overexercising, birth control, or antidepressants have been the default for women for many YEARS to combat the all to-common symptoms of HORMONE IMBALANCES. I mean- sure- birth control helped me not have so heavy of periods BUT...it was only masking what was actually happening and my weight was climbing….As a nurse practitioner, I got burnt out…I was running out of “diets” to try…I was on a constant hamster wheel of trying to figure out what was wrong with my body....But then… I figured out...

Move all electromagnetic field radiation (EMF) devices away from where you sleep!EMF devices:✔️ Cell phones✔️ Laptops✔️ Computers✔️ iPods✔️ Tablets✔️ Appliances✔️ Smart devices.“Electromagnetic field radiation (EMF) has been linked to poor sleep quality and stress.”.“Reducing electro-pollution is the biggest little-known secret to a good night's rest and wellness.”https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/strong-lives/202205/unsuspecting-link-sleep-deprivation-and-stress?amp(Note: If you have a CPAP machine you may want to make an acceptation there)

MYTH: Let's just put you on [hormones, birth control, pellets] and that will be what you need to fix your hormones! REALITY: A one-size-fits-all approach to helping your moods, metabolism, and energy [aka hormones] is a TERRIBLE idea! Gone are the days when a woman would go to her physician and then docilely fill the prescription she is given without trying to understand how the medication will affect her body.This does NOT get to the bottom of the problem and you will continue to ask yourself....."WHY IS MY BODY FAILING ME?"Many women think that weight gain, mood swings, exhaustion and...

While there isn’t (yet) a complete gut health solution to depression it has been shown that, “…the composition of the bacterial community in the gut plays an important role in depressive symptoms.”https://scitechdaily.com/new-research-shows-that-probiotics-can-help-alleviate-depression/amp/.What is becoming more and more evident is that poor gut health is more prevalent in people with digestive issues and the microbiome is a possible FUTURE solution for depression. .Until then, if you are on anti-depressants the science says to focus on gut health to help improve how you feel.

These are key supplements for acne. If you have acne issues you may want to take a look to see if you are deficient in any of these.⁠

Are cutting calories and working out more NOT cutting it for you to get your metabolism up to speed?A major reason people’s fat loss comes to a halt even when eating in a calorie deficit is simply due to the adaptive component of the metabolism- meaning that our thermogenesis response LOWERS!This way of thinking destroys your metabolism in the long run by:👎🏼Starving your cells of necessary nutrients👎🏼Taxing your adrenal glands👎🏼Lowering thyroid hormone production👎🏼Increasing your cravingsBesides that- there are serious consequences of being "skinny fat" (having a high percentage of body fat and a low amount of muscle)This can lead to:🔹Insulin...

While trying to address acid reflux please be aware of the triggers that set it off. .This can be different for everyone. But if we are helping you with your reflux/heartburn issues please be mindful of yourtriggers and not set the issues off.

The day I finally said, “Screw it. I don’t care anymore. Bring it on,” is the day I started feeling less anxiety..Turns out there is science behind this approach..“Accepting that anxiety is normal and not inherently dangerous could stop it from spiraling out of control.”https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/thriving-anxiety/202206/how-anxiety-gets-out-control?amp.Many of you, like me, struggle with stress and anxiety. It took me years to learn to turn my brain off after 6 pm and mentally shelve all issues. The problem is that they then pop up early in the morning. I attack them by working it out at the gym and it makes me feel...

Here are a couple suggestions to improve your sleep:1. Remove electronic devices from around your bed2. Start calming your brain down hours before bed3. If you can, compartmentalize your thoughts and avoid thinking of anything of a serious nature an hour or so before bed.4. “Don’t go to bed angry” is a horrible saying, it should be, “Don’t fight tired.”5. 2 capsules of Quiet Serenity & Magtein (Magnesium L-Threonate) at about 2-3 hrs before bed helps you to start calming down6. Get tested for sleep apnea. Sleep apnea can also drastically affect your hormones

Could you also have hormone issues that need to be addressed to get your guts back in check?.Are your moods all over the place, energy in the toilet, and metabolism moving at snail speed? You really do not have time to waste getting all of this in check again!.When you do not address hormone imbalances:👎🏼You'll age faster👎🏼Gain weight👎🏼Be more at risk for heart disease/cancers/etc👎🏼You'll affect your relationships with your moods being sour👎🏼Your confidence will suck affecting your performance at your job.👋🏼Hi- I am Megan Bliss, Board Certified Nurse Practitioner, Hormone Health Consultant Specialist, and Health Coach.I have helped thousands of...

Since we get so many questions on acne, I thought it was a good idea to share a bit more about exactly what types of zinc are best to help address acne. And I don’t know why a person can’t take both options together. .We do not currently offer either of these zinc options. They are inexpensive supplements. For those of you worried about acne this may be helpful information.

Rebound Acid Hypersecretion (RAHS) is the technical term for why acid blockers are so difficult to get away from. I call this the rebound effect of using acid blockers. To sum up, when a person goes off of acid blockers, they get a massive spike in acid production (increased acid secretory capacity), which causes a person’s stomach to burn like crazy.⁠.⁠Here is the problem: acid blockers for short-term use are generally safe but are problematic when used long-term. Once a person gets on them it can be quite difficult to get off of them again. For this reason, I wonder...

What type of zinc is best? ⁠In children, the zinc shown to work well is zinc sulfate (55 mg/day). Btw – this is the same zinc that helps with acne so it may be helpful for teenagers.⁠.⁠What type(s) of magnesium are best? ⁠Magnesium glycinate or L-Threonate. My personal preference is L-⁠Threonate because of the mood benefits. Also, may be helpful for teenagers. 😉⁠.⁠Consuming enough protein is also key to helping with ADHD. Protein influences neurotransmitters such as dopamine.⁠.⁠Exercise (or energetic play) is helpful for ADHD.⁠Sleep is key to helping with ADHD.⁠.⁠Finally, gut health (the microbiome) imbalances do play a role...

If any of you know me, you know I like to recommend other products from other brands a lot. Let’s face it, there are a lot of products being sold online that are NOT good products so I personally like to offersuggestions on where else to buy products that I personally know will be great quality..I personally like that @nowfoodsofficial is testing all sorts of products found on Amazon for quality. It can be extremely difficult as a supplement company to compete with companies that aren’t really offeringwhat they say they are. .I think what NOW is doing is great....

Our goal at Silver Fern™ Brand is pretty simple:We want to help you achieve better gut health so you can live a happy life without constant fear of health struggles or tummy troubles. .Having gut problems constantly on your mind is no way to live.I personally suggest going aggressive to get things feeling better. After that (assuming I have earned you trust), I hope you will consider maintaining your gut health with us. .Yes, I encourage gut health maintenance. No, we don’t sell products that will make you reliant upon them. That’s not our business model.

They are so convenient to use, right? Plus, they're what everyone suggests using. But if a person doesn’t want to use them? What do they do?.There are food and dietary changes that will help reduce the chances of getting reflux. Who doesn’t get at least a little stomach discomfort after a super greasy meal? .What can help?✔️Losing belly fat, but that isn’t going to happen overnight. ✔️Using magnesium (like magnesium malate) and zinc-carnosine ✔️Not eating late at night. ✔️Not sitting around or sleeping after meals. I’m sure most have heard of these suggestions..We think of reflux/heartburn as an overall sign...

Did you know that dysbiosis (bacteria imbalances) causes motility issues? .Did you know issues like H. pylori leads to slow gastric emptying?.Toxin overload causes motility issues..Leaky gut causes motility issues..Once motility is moving again, you need to finish out the process to address the full needs of your gut health. Please don’t stop too early in the process for correcting gut issues.

What's the best way to counteract years of consuming things that aren’t good for someone?.1️⃣ Increase motility: It's very difficult for anything to go anywhere if the system is not moving correctly. When the internal system is stagnant, bad things will continue to grow and increase causing all sorts of issues..2️⃣ Clean out: When I say “clean out” I literally mean a removal of bacteria toxins, virus toxins, environmental toxins, chemical toxins, mold toxins, etc. A real clean up actually cleans out real bad things..How does the body normally clean up toxins/antigens? Immunoglobulins and true probiotics can help with this....

“I’ve been on the Upper GI Relief for a week now. When does it work?”.Upper GI Relief isn’t a laxative. That’s not what it is doing. It is helping restart your system to work on its own. If you need immediate help with constipation, try magnesium malate/citrate and/or a high dose of vitamin C. .If you want to help your stomach not be reliant upon products for regularity, please stick with the Upper GI Relief and let it do its thing. It works. Please be patient with it.

Honestly speaking, if one were looking for a very scientifically supported ingredient that has been shown to bind and neutralize inflammatory antigens/toxins in a lot of human clinical studies look no further than serum-derived bovine immunoglobulins (SBI). .If a person is truly looking to clean up the gut this is the way to do it. I can’t imagine a gut renovation program without this ingredient. The only reason not to start with this ingredient is if a person has constipation/slow motility issues. .This ingredient will literally target all the toxins residing in the intestinal plaque buildup on the intestinal walls...

I take zinc bisglycinate daily. This is my “go-to” zinc for fighting colds and sickness. Silver Fern™ Brand does not sell this type of zinc but I love it..I take zinc carnosine daily. This is something I take for my gut health. Zinc carnosine can be found in our Gut Repair. At this point, I am on a gut maintenance program, so I only take 1 scoop of Gut Repair after my morning exercise program and about 20 minutes before I eat. I love it..If I had gut issues, I would consider doubling the dosing of Gut Repair, if not...

Gut imbalances lead to a cascade of health issues. A bad bacteria overload leads to leaky gut, inflammatory issues, immune system problems, etc. The list goes on and on..When bad bacteria have taken over, the system may slow down, and even more issues happen. .When the system slows down, it isn’t enough to start focusing on bacteria imbalances alone. One must (in many instances) re-start the entire system.Step 1 – Review and determine if motility needs to be addressedStep 2 – Clean the system outStep 3 – The best defense is an aggressive offense: Build up the gut so bad...

"I can now eat just about anything that I had given up because everything gave me terrible gas & discomfort. I will use forever, I feel so good."-Amazon reviewer.Gut health affects so many aspects of our lives and not feeling good after eating is definitely not fun. Correcting gut health can make such a difference!📸cred: the beautiful @jaceray

The truth is that there are a lot of signs of nutrient deficiencies. There are way more than can be shown in a post. If a person is struggling with gut issues, there is a good chance they are experiencing nutrient deficiencies. .What can help with nutrient deficiencies?🔹The right digestive enzymes 🔹The right immunoglobulin concentration🔹The right probiotics 🔹Normal intestinal motility .As with all things pertaining to gut health, start in the right spot and help correct the gut so it is utilizing nutrients as much as possible on its own. .While gut health is being improved, take supplements that are...

Glutathione is considered the body’s master detoxifier. Some suggest glutathione eliminates mercury, lead, aluminum, mycotoxins, etc. and that low levels of glutathione are associated with inflammatory issues (autoimmune diseases, RA, lupus, MS, psoriasis, etc.). .What I have found in my research is that glutathione helps fix the damage caused by heavy metals and other toxins. Without enough glutathione the body can’t detox properly..Vitamin D naturally increases glutathione production (up to 43%).Vitamin C naturally increases glutathione levels (up to 47%).Healthy foods like spinach, avocados, asparagus, etc. are all good sources of glutathione..Gut bacteria help regulate glutathione production and nutrient absorption affects...

The underlying change that need to take place to address a huge amount of health issues starts with putting together the right bacteria composition or balance..How does one do this?1️⃣ Address motility – Slow motility makes a healthy bacteria composition almost impossible2️⃣ Clean up the gut – Remove all the bacteria and other toxins that are causing inflammation and leaky gut3️⃣ Build up the gut – The best defense is a strong offense. When the right bacteria are in place in abundance it makes it very difficult for bad things to build up4️⃣ Maintain – Just like with exercise or...

I frequently see people say on posts, “Just take Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV).” So, what does ACV do?.The answer is, “not much.” There are some studies here and there that say it works for a variety of issues. And people as a whole seem to believe in it whole heartedly. .But from the science side of things there is little to no evidence it does much. It does contain some acetate that may be beneficial tosome key bacteria but bombing the gut (according to our science team) with ACV is likely to do more harm than good..Our conclusion is to...

“How do I really know that I am removing actual toxins from my gut?” Use real immunoglobulin concentrates scientifically shown to remove real toxins..Cleaning up the gut needs to be an actual real process that really removes real bad pathogens. Doing rapid flush “detox” programs aren’t typically shown to do much. If a person is trying to actually clean the gut up, then pairing immunoglobulins with true probiotics is ideal. .Together they will have a push/pull dynamic. These types of ingredients know how to selectively remove the bad things in the gut to provide room for the good stuff to...

I recently started adding in Silver Fern's Quiet Serenity and Organic Protein + Gut Health Protein Powder to my healthy tummy regimen. It really is all about finding what helps keep your tummy happy. Silver Fern Brand's advanced research, testing, and purity is what attracts my attention to their line of products for the entire family. I don't trust my family's health to any products without knowing what's behind them. I love everything about Silver Fern and I love sharing it with you! Tap on the link in my bio and check out their clean, pure, effective products! They even...

“No matter how much I exercise, no matter how healthy I eat, and no matter what I do, I can’t lose fat. Can gut health help with this?”“I have horrible sugar cravings. Can gut health changes help me fix this?”.Yes, diet and exercise are important. I would never suggest they are not. But when the right parts of gut health aren’t targeted directly, fat loss may become borderline impossible. .I’m not saying all lean people have great gut health because that’s not true. But the science is that when gut health is messed up, fatloss is much more difficult for...

Whenever the body can’t break down foods properly, bloating and gas occur. Bloating is a sign that digestive capacity isn’t where it needs to be. .Highly nutritious foods can also cause intense bloating..I spent over a year rebuilding my digestive capacity for foods like broccoli before I reintroduced them into my diet. Foods like broccoli would wreck my system. .While rebuilding my digestive capacity with probiotics, prebiotics, and immunoglobulins, I had to learn what foods were causing the issues and avoid them during the gut renovation process. .I didn’t move away from all vegetables and fruits. I only ate onesthat...

When someone has lingering heartburn/reflux issues I always have to ask, “What are you eating?”.There are a lot of foods that contribute to heartburn/reflux. Yes, the Upper GI Relief and Digestive Enzymes will help with heartburn/reflux issues. But there are also a lot of foods that will not. .While you are working on resolving digestive issues, please avoid foods that are contributing to the problems. I’m not suggesting a person avoid chocolate and coffee forever. I am suggesting that while your stomach is getting better it would be really helpful if you didn’t contribute to the issues causing the problems....

I have learned some interesting things over the years working with our science team. One interesting point is that slow motility causes rapid motility. Let me explain.⁠.⁠If you have ever had food poisoning of any kind you know it causes severe diarrhea, nausea, and vomiting. What happens is that the body receives a toxin overload and in order to fight it the body draws a lot of water into the system to flush it out rapidly. The body does not like toxins. ⁠.⁠When a person has slow motility (which is associated with SIBO, IBS, GERD, Gastritis, etc.), they basically have...

Repost from: @wholistic_healthandfitness I've been using this product for a while now, with a small hiatus while I was sick as a dog during 1st trimester . I can honestly notice a difference incorporating it (along with some other silverfernbrand products) for my SIBO issues. The name of the game is motility. Increase motility, cleans out the bad, and you are on your way to better gut health. More to share on these game changer products soon. Contact me on how to get your hands on some.

We always start with the same question, “Do we need to start by addressing motility issues first? Do constipation, diarrhea, heartburn/reflux, nausea, bloating, burping, and severe bloating in any combination exist?” If so, these need to be addressed first. If these don’t exist, then step 2 is a fantastic place to start!⁠.⁠Yes, addressing leaky gut can have a significant impact on health.⁠Yes, bacteria imbalances can lead to slow motility which causes even worse bacteria imbalances. Once motility issues exist, cleaning up bacteria and fungal imbalances is almost impossible. Addressing bacteria imbalances is secondary to addressing motility issues.⁠.⁠Most people have not...

Why should bone health be a focus for those with poor gut health?🔹Overtreatment of thyroid issues can cause bone loss. If anyone has ever had thyroid issues, they know that thyroid levels bounce around a lot.🔹Weakened bones lead to problems with posture.🔹Bloating and constipation are signs of digestive problems and digestive problems lead to malabsorption of essential nutrients for bone health.🔹Antidepressants are found to cause lower bone mineral density.🔹If nails are brittle, then likely so are the bones..The good news is that gut health can be improved, and studies show that combining Vitamins K2 and D3 together can significantly increase...

When I am asked to help someone with bloating I immediately look for:1️⃣ Motility issues/low stomach acid2️⃣ Food intolerances3️⃣ Bacteria imbalances (and leaky gut).(Note: IBS/SIBO issues are linked with both motility issues and bacteria imbalances. Motility issues are linked to causing bacteria imbalances.).Please also notice stress, diet and lack of exercise. 🔹When a person has high stress, they can bloat. 🔹When a person eats unhealthy or even loads up on too many healthy foods they can bloat. Yes, eating a lot of certain fruits and vegetables can cause bloating. 🔹And I think we all generally recognize that exercise is good...

Probiotics are not all the same. Not even close, actually. They don’t necessarily even contain the same TYPES of strains let alone the same strains. .Most companies focus their efforts on reseeding probioticstrains when formulating their probiotic products. Many focus on larger numbers and more strains because more is better, right? This is why fast-food restaurants super-size everything. Everyone wants "more for their money.".Silver Fern™ Brand asked its microbiologist to make our probiotic so that it improved the gut conditions and environment of consumers in a dramatic way. Generally speaking, we wanted a probiotic that started with helping motility, then...

This is why even the best products may not work for some people. Huge problems need aggressive responses, especially when the huge problems have been entrenched for an extended period of time.⁠.⁠Honestly, I have started to respond to most requests for a plan with, “Is it okay if I suggest a really aggressive plan? I am sorry it is so aggressive. But it will work.” I am not sure how to take care of big issues with small efforts. I’ve tried for years. I honestly hate asking customers to go so big upfront. But failure is just miserable. ⁠.⁠My own...

Yes, these are extremely healthy foods loaded in nutrients. BUT when the gut isn’t prepared for healthy foods, they can cause some serious pain and bloating. .I know for me, that as I was switching my diet from unhealthy foods to healthy foods, I was surprised by how painful eating so many fruits and vegetables was. And they caused very smelly gas. The solution was to avoid certain fruits and vegetables for a while. .I simply found other foods that didn't cause discomfort that are healthy. Now I am able to eat all of them with no issues..I am not...