
Why not synthetic vitamins? - gut health, nutrients, minerals
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Synthetic vitamins are very inexpensive. And they come in delicious gummies, drink powders, etc. They also may not be the best option for your needs. Whole food vitamins that only show names of organic fruits and vegetables on labels with no proof of what vitamins you are getting. Those may or may not be good, its hard to tell when you don't have all the information. You don't know because the all the label is showing is the amount of freeze dried fruits and vegetables you are getting. Whole foods are the best source of vitamins. But you should know...

If you have health issues you likley have... - gut health, fiber, low FODMAP
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You really want to build up your gut but...probiotics and prebiotics cause problems. Lots and lots of discomfort. You know that good bacteria are essential to your health but...trying to load up on everything that builds the gut causes you all sorts of pain. ORYou have great gut health... But want to know how to make it better. Sensitive Gut Fiber is an answer to both problems. One compelling reason to boost beneficial bacteria is its role in enhancing short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs), which are essential for everyone, regardless of their health status.People with bad constipation tend to have low...

Upper GI Relief - gut health, reflux, heartburn, indigestion
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In our family, we (adults & kids) take Upper GI Relief immediately whenever we have any of the following:🔹Digestive discomforts🔹Nausea🔹Sudden issues with reflux, heartburn, or indigestionWhen someone asks about maintaining digestion, we suggest Upper GI Relief. When we travel and my wife's friends suddenly get constipated, we have them take Upper GI Relief (4 to 8 capsules a day with food). When someone says, "Since getting my gallbladder out I have so many discomforts," we suggest Upper GI Relief. This is a product that does a lot, does not cost a lot, and works for many discomforts that occur with...

Nano Gel to the rescue - skin health, AG4O4
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There's a reason we keep a healthy stock of Nano Gel in our house. Our kids know, if they've got a rash, cut, or bug bite to put Nano Gel on it. Our youngest two don't even ask any more, they just handle it. And during this time of year it comes in extra helpful for those calming sun burns. ☀️This customer's message was amazing. We were so grateful for her willingness to share and even more happy about her success!

Keto & Carnivore Diets - gut health, prebiotic, constipation
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If you're on the keto or carnivore diet and looking to turbocharge your gut health without derailing your goals, Silver Fern Brand™'s Sensitive Gut Fiber is your new best friend. Here’s why this product, packed with Sunfiber® and Inavea™ Baobab Acacia, is an absolute game-changer:1. Gut Health Superstar:Imagine your gut as a bustling metropolis. Sunfiber® and Inavea™ Baobab Acacia are like the city's top maintenance crew, ensuring everything runs smoothly. They promote the growth of good bacteria, keeping your digestive system in top shape without the bloating and gas.*2. Keto and Carnivore Compatible:Worried about carbs? Don’t be! This fiber blend...

Silver Fern vs. other gut health companies - gut health
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How is the Silver Fern™ approach to gut health different than all the other gut companies?We are different in almost every way from how we address constipation, reflux, and stomach issues to how we help with bloating, autoimmune, and histamine intolerances. Take histamine intolerances as an example:We know that pathogen overload causes the mucosal barrier in the small intestine to become weak and damaged causing it to produce less DAO enzymes. When there is not enough DAO enzymes to break down histamine, you have histamine intolerance. We also know that pathogens like Klebsiella are histamine super-producers. Other companies load you...

Alzheimers and gut inflammation - gut health
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If you want to prevent Alzheimer's, look no further than reducing inflammation in your gut! Reducing inflammation in the gut can potentially reduce the risk of Alzheimer's disease through several mechanisms linked by the gut-brain axis. Here are the key ways this connection might work:1. Gut-Brain Axis CommunicationThe gut-brain axis is the bidirectional communication network that links the central nervous system (brain) and the enteric nervous system (gut). 2. Systemic Inflammation ReductionChronic gut inflammation can lead to systemic inflammation, which affects the entire body, including the brain. 3. Blood-Brain Barrier IntegrityInflammation can compromise the integrity of the blood-brain barrier, making...

Micropastics - gut health
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Yes, improving gut health can even help get rid of microplastics. It would be nice if we could all avoid everything bad, but microplastics and nanoplastics are everywhere. "Microplastics are inside us all." "'I didn’t really think we were going to see anything,' Ross says. But when they examined the mice’s tissues, they were shocked. 'Every one we looked at we found the microplastics. It was surprising, especially finding them in the brain. Things are not supposed to go there!'"AAMC.orgI might suggest the best defense with bad things flowing into our body daily is a very aggressive offense.Many people ask,...

5 surprising reaons supplements don't work - gut health
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I was absolutely floored when I discovered all of this!1. Suppliers are stunned, shocked, and surprised 10 out of 10 times when we ask how much we can use to give our customers the maximum benefits. Supplement companies don't do this. Check out our bottles—just a few "hero" ingredients in each, and the doses are spot on!2. Fun fact: Most research studies show that the right ingredients in the right doses need 8 to 12 weeks to work their magic. Real products with real ingredients tackling real issues take time. Sure, band-aid products like enzymes, HCL, laxatives, and acid blockers...

How does Stress Complex help me lose weight? - gut health, weight loss
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We get asked about weight loss daily. Literally. And...we are actively working for an alternative to traditional GLP-1/GIP agonists (the current weight loss drug craze filling ads in between your shows every day). Be mindful, these GLP-1 agonists come with digestive side effects and roughly 40% of the weight loss is from lean muscle mass, water, and non-fat tissues. And once lean muscle mass is lost it is tough to regain. The benefits to GLP-1/GIP agonists are that they work quickly and they do work well. We hope by this Fall to have a really effective fat loss and body...

Bad Bloating? Address the causes! - gut health, sibo, sifo, constipation
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Not to throw cold water on those 30-day bloating "band-aid" solutions, but let's be real: major bloating is caused by... pretty much everything. If you want to tackle it, you need to identify and address all possible causes (yes, plural).Sure, antibiotics work like magic for SIBO, SIFO, and other imbalances—97% of people feel better fast. But here's the kicker: a lot of people (12.6% in 3 months, 27.5% in 6 months, 43.7% in 9 months) find themselves back in Bloatville. Why? Because antibiotics aren't fixing the root problems like slow motility, low stomach acid, leaky gut, inflammation, and EPI—all culprits...

MCAS - gut health, butyrate
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Do we know how to help MCAS? I think so. There are many, many areas we focus on to help with MCAS. Boosting butyrate production is ONLY one of them.Yes, we get a lot of customers with MCAS. Yes, we think have done a really good job at helping them. Traditional butyric acid products don't work as effectively at helping with MCAS for these reasons:(1) Traditional butyric acid has poor absorption and bioavailability(2) The traditional butyric acid delivery system is poor(3) Traditional butyric acid does not target the key areas of the gut where butyrate is needed most to manage...

FODMAP digestive enzymes - gut health, bloating, gas
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Yes, these enzymes work! They work fast. You do need to take them with each meal. (Enzymes follow the food through the system. Enzymes are not probiotics.)You do need to take the right amount of enzymes to match the size of the meal. (You need to match the enzyme dosing with the amount of food you consume. 1 capsule for small meals, 2 capsules with moderate meals, 3 capsules with large meals, and 4 capsules for Thanksgiving Dinner.)It is best to take these enzymes right before the meal or at the beginning of the meal. It is tough to buy...

SIBO, IBS & Cleanse - gut health, immunoglobulins
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Cleanse only works really well if you are looking to help reduce the bad stuff, increase the good stuff, decrease immune activation (for those of you who are saying, "The last thing I want to do is boost my immune system."), strengthen the gut barrier, and restore healthy immune function.*Immunoglobulins are designed to soak up and "make inactive" a broad range of bad microbial components, including bacteria and their toxins.* Immunoglobulins even soak up candida and mold.*By vacuuming up pathogens like LPS you reduce their ability to damage the gut lining. We have 2 approaches for SIBO and IBS issues:(1)...

5 common gut health mistakes - gut health
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Years ago we desperately needed help our then 12-year-old daughter who was recently diagnosed with a chronic pain syndrome (AMPS). With her pain syndrome came major gut problems: bloating, constipation, pain, gas, etc. We learned a very hard lesson. There were no great answers for her. Doctors told us MiraLAX. And the supplement world? Well, that may have been even more disappointing. The supplement world (as we learned) is the Wild Wild West of under-formulated products that are full of "secret proprietary blends" of lots of ingredients. Very few of these "secret blends" contain clinically supported doses. And the quality...

Mucosave to rescue the intestines - gut health, constipation
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It's true...We strongly suggest the MucoSave® in Regularity to slather the intestinal system with gel-like goodness to help provide "healthy inflammatory responses" (because unhealth inflammatory responses are sort of really bad).* MucoSave® (found in both Reflux and Regularity) is a key part of our response to helping with all sorts of issues. Many of which (by name are conditions) we cannot mention along with a product name. Those are the rules.*What we can say is that it is helpful for hydrating the colon for helping with issues like constipation, over reactive immune issues, abdominal pain, cramping, diarrhea, blood in stools,...

Cleanse Ultimate Gut Binder - gut health, immunoglobulis, albumin, detox
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Is there a better way to selectively vacuum up all the bad stuff, build the good stuff, and strengthen the gut barrier? I'm not sure there is. So, what does Cleanse soak up? Bad stuff!✅️Bad bacteria *✅️Viruses *✅️Fungi (candida, mold, etc.) *✅️Exotoxins, endotoxins, & Mycotoxins *And what does the albumin in Cleanse soak up?✅️Lead *✅️Mercury *✅️Cadmium *✅️And may help with parasite removal*What SIBO/IBS bad bacteria might Cleanse soak up?✅️E. coli✅️Klebsiella✅️Enterococcus✅️Streptococcus✅️Bacteroides✅️Clostridium✅️Methanobrevibacter smithii (archaea) for methane SIBO issuesWhat histamine producing bacteria types might Cleanse soak up?✅️E. coli✅️Klebsiella✅️Morganella morganii✅️Proteus mirabilis✅️Serratia marcescens✅️Clostridium perfringens What does all this do? Helps with a ...🔹Healthy gut microbiome*🔹Healthy...

S. Boulardii - gut health, probiotics
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Why Ultimate Probiotic?There are so many reasons...1️⃣ Contains incredible strains scientifically shown to help drive out bad stuff from the gut.*2️⃣ Leaky gut worries? S. Boulardii is amazing for helping this. B. coagulans, B. subtilis, and B. clausii together are shown to help reduce the biomarkers of leaky gut by as much as 60% in as little as 30 days.* 3️⃣ Do you know what the objective of gut health is? A wide diverse population of beneficial bacteria. Most probiotics load you up on several strains of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium but FAIL to increase microbial diversity. Not Ultimate Probiotic. We...

Frequency-activated AG4O4 - gut health, parasites, pathogens
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I'm sure you've heard. There are a lot of options for helping clean the gut. We looked at them all for years: herbs, probiotics, earth, charcoal, etc. If you take these ingredients in the right combination in the right way in the right dose during the right time of the month, you may help with removing parasites, E. coli, or something else. Many find these ingredients to be very helpful. Here's the problem with this approach: This approach usually focuses on pathogenic bacteria, fungal issues, biofilms, or parasites but not all of them. This approach assumes you have one of...

Fiber by Silver Fern Brand - gut health, prebiotic
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Look no further than Fiber by Silver Fern™ for a fully-loaded prebiotic fiber.Not all clean and certified prebiotic fiber types are crazy expensive and make you feel overloaded. Fiber contains a very robust blend of prebiotic, digestive-friendly fiber for at an inexpensive price. You can add it into smoothies, drinks, or even food. It has a very mild taste, sky rockets 🚀your daily fiber count, and boosts key bacteria types you should be looking for. In our family, we add it into our morning smoothie as well as into our shaker bottles with drink mixes or protein powders. This is...

Mucosave, extinguishing the flames of stomach issues - gut health, reflux, heartburn
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Yes, you can block acid. It is an option. It may come with side effects (nutrient deficiencies, increased risk of C. diff/SIBO/dementia, rebound acid hypersecretion, and gastric polyps), but it is a very common method. And grandma's home remedy of baking soda in water (like an antacid) is a cheap way to neutralize acid. This too may come with some long-term side effects (electrolyte imbalances, alkalosis, high blood pressure, kidney damage, heart problems, and gastrointestinal issues) but it is super fast, effective, and inexpensive. Slam dunk for convenience!But what if too much stomach acid isn't the issue? Gastritis is caused...

Benefits of Feeding Bacteria - gut health, fiber
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Yes, Silver Fern™ Fiber offers MANY gut health prebiotic benefits + a LARGE amount (10 grams) of your daily fiber requirement at a low price: $30.99 w/o subscription$24.79 w/ subscription(Note: You can enter into your account and easily stop subscriptions at any time so why not use it?)(Note: Major changes to the gut take time. Please give the products the 60 to 90 days they need to work). I load our kids up on this daily. Tiff and I take it daily. We simply add it to smoothies, drinks, etc. One big feature I could not fit on the page...

Nano Scrub - gut health, pathogens
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But... when stuff works, you may feel it work. Imagine going to a fitness trainer and saying, "I want to get fit in 90 days, but I don't want to sweat, be sore, or workout hard." Good luck. You can always go slower and take a lower dose. This is my suggestion for those with really bad imbalances that don't want any discomfort. Just take it slower and lower the dose. But for those of you that are tired of feeling like crap, that can't get rid of all the issues in your gut, and that simply need a massive...

Why is MucoSave so amazing? - gut health, reflux, heartburn, gastritis
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Why do we love MucoSave® so much? Because it does so much. MucoSave® is in Reflux and Regularity. However, if you really want to coat the stomach use the Reflux powder. If your issues are in the colon, use Regularity. Dosing?You will find that in our protocols for mild issues we suggest 1 scoop/capsule a day. For moderate to severe issues, we suggest 2 scoops/capsules a day. Plus, MucoSave® creates a gel-like substance that adheres to nutrients, aiding in nutrient absorption. Sort of a big deal for some of us.We are not sort of good at helping with gut issues,...

Floating, smelly, oily, fatty stools - gut health, digestive enzymes
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In summary... (I'll make it quick)If you have greasy, oily, fatty, floaty, smelly, and diarrhea/loose stools, you need to improve bile acid production, take the right enzymes, and cleanup the gut. 💫And long-term underlying causes are not resolved in 2 weeks. It does take time. Why in the world would we start customers on a Slow Motility+ protocol if they have diarrhea and loose stools? Well, if customers show signs of low bile acid production then we start them with the protocol to help with bile acid production, which is one of the things the Slow Motility+ protocol helps with....

The gut-brain axis - gut health, stress, mood, saffron
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Are you looking to help with the "CAUSES" of your gut issues? Look no further than stress. Stress is a major driver of gut issues. The gut-brain axis is extremely real. Let me be blunt. Stress Complex is our top subscription product because it is noticeable, especially over 6 to 8 weeks. *We not only find that it works to help with stress but we do find people notice it help with many gut issues too. You may or may not know this but IBS, IBD, etc. are visceral hypersensitivity issues. Stress Complex can help with visceral hypersensitivity issues.*As always,...

Hashimotos - gut health, autoimmune
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Other things you should know about Hashimoto's:1) Women are 7 times more likely to get Hashimoto's2) Hashimoto's is most likely to occur during middle age, typically between the ages of 40 and 60.3) No gene has been found to carry it but it does seem to run in families4) Other autoimmune issues increase the risk for Hashimoto's5) Altered microbiota composition, too few short-chain fatty acids, and increased serum LPS levels (marker for leaky gut) are shown to be directly linked to Hashimoto'sYou may not know this but our owner has Hashimoto's. It was a big problem for her: hair loss,...

5 ways the lymphatic system causes constipation - gut health, constipation
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"What else can I do to help with my constipation issues?" We get asked this question a lot. You've heard us talk about increasing fiber and water, exercising, reducing biological stress (Stress Complex may help with this*), motility activation, and decreasing pathogen load. You have also heard us say, "Please give it time. When a person has decreased bowel function over time by way of reducing muscle and nerve responses, it takes time to turn this all back on again. Please give it time." ⏱️What you may NOT know is that a clogged up lymphatic system also causes constipation issues....

Helping gastritis issues - gut health, stomach acid, bile
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Standard practice for helping with gastritis is blocking acid. That is "THE" standard way most people choose to go with. But that is NOT a long-term answer, and here is why:(1) Blocking acid does not address the underlying causes of gastritis(2) Blocking acid impairs absorption of nutrients and minerals(3) Blocking acid increases changes of infections (SIBO, C. diff, etc.)(4) Blocking acid can cause rebound acid hypersecretion(5) Blocking acid can cause slow motility of the stomachOur approach is different. We propose it is the correct way. Here's one reason. After the stomach barrier is built back up again (the last point...

Reason for Digestive Enzymes After Gallbladder Removal
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Why consider taking enzymes AFTER you have had your gallbladder removed? There are 6 primary reasons, but the quick answers are:(1) They may help you have less discomfort*(2) They may help you absorb your foods better, especially your fats*What are the signs of poor fat absorption?(1) Excess fat in stool (bulky, pale, foul-smelling, and oily stool that floats on water and is difficult to flush)(2) Unintended weight loss(3) Nutrient deficiencies (Vitamins A, D, E, and K), which results in night blindness, bone pain and fractures, muscle weakness, and easy bruising or bleeding. (4) Digestive discomforts: bloating, gas and diarrhea(5) Fatigue(6)...

Breast cancer and butyrate - gut heealth
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We get asked about cancer a lot.Obviously, a supplement company will never be allowed to "treat" cancer or even use the "C" word (cancer) in a post near a product. That is a HUGE FDA rule. But...we are very well aware of cancer issues. Cancer's a tough issue, there's so much loss and heartache surrounding it. Phil's mother started treatment for stage 4 cancer 2 weeks after he was born and one of our Silver Fern™ Brand's owners passed away of cancer in 2015. This was a huge loss, especially for Phil. A customer recently reached out to us and...

Celiac disease - gut health, microbiome
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If only 3 in 100 people who carry the gene for celiac disease get it, the answer is why do they get it and others don't? The answer appears to be that there is a cascading trigger (as with other autoimmune diseases) that causes Celiac Disease. Triggers can include:🔹Stress🔹Surgery🔹Pregnancy🔹Gastrointestinal infection🔹Frequent use of antibiotics🔹Western diet (saturated fatty acids, simple carbs, etc.)All of these "triggers" cause dysbiosis and dysbiosis is directly linked to autoimmune diseases and Celiac Disease specifically. Can Celiac Disease be put into remission? The quick answer for a strict gluten-free diet appears to be "yes," but 30% of people...

Fish oil supplements, good or bad? - gut health, heart health
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Fish oil is an amazing source of omega-3. True. Omega-3 fatty acids have many health benefits (heart health, mental health, anti-inflammatory benefits, eye health, etc.). True. (Note: It is important to make sure you are also getting proper amounts of Omega-6s with your Omega-3s. There is a common misconception that all omega-6s in all doses are inflammatory.) So, load up on fish oil then, right? Maybe. Maybe not. As with all supplements, the quality of the product matters. One HUGE mistake most people make with supplements is assuming that the quality of the material in a product is good...

Nutritional deficiencies - gut health, nutrient absorption, vitamins
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Yes, poor nutrient absorption can cause you to feel miserable (irritability, joint pain, diarrhea, etc.). Yes, poor nutrient absorption can cause skin issues, hair loss, brittle nails, etc. Wouldn't it be really nice if improving nutrient absorption (from a gut perspective) was really simple and fast? We wish it were too. From a gut health perspective, we are very conscientious about the complexity of nutrient absorption. We assume all causes for poor absorption may be present and try to help them all with our gut protocols. Many people may not know this, but even Motility was built to help with...

Enzyme Controversy - gut health, digestive enzymes
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Rumor has it that taking digestive enzymes diminish your own production of enzymes. Fact or fiction?Fiction.When you research the data for where enzymes come from, how enzyme production may be diminished, and how enzyme supplements work, there is no correlation between enzyme supplementation and decreased secretion of your own enzymes going forward.Sorry. This is simply not true. This is misinformation.

Can you take too many vitamins? - gut health, nutrition
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Vitamins are key to health. True. We get these vitamins from the foods we eat. Whole foods are the best source of these vitamins. It is unlikely that a person can get too many vitamins through food. However, it is possible to overdose on vitamins when taken in concentrated amounts in synthetic supplement form. To address the common question about how we set the dosing for our whole food and natural vitamin products, we follow a science-based approach tailored to the average person's needs under normal circumstances. Here’s a concise overview:🔹Our dosages for our vitamin products are based on the...

Men in their 20s have 50% less testosterone - gut health, hormones
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But there's more. Did you know that sleep apnea can cause low testosterone? Before you or a man in your life decide to take the jump to testosterone replacement therapy, consider getting checked for sleep apnea. Did you know using a CPAP correctly and consistently for 3 months can significantly increase testosterone levels in men? Did you know that improving both insulin and leptin resistance in men can improve testosterone levels? For this reason, our science team is very focused right now on a new metabolic product. This may be very helpful for increasing testosterone in men. Did you know...

Antibodies & Parasites - gut health, detox, pathogens
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We frequently get asked, "How might taking an immunoglobulins help with cleaning parasites out of the gut?"Though immunoglobulins are NOT typically considered a primary method for cleaning out parasites, they may nonetheless be helpful in these 5 ways:(1) Neutralization(2) Opsonization(3) Complement Activation(4) Antibody-Dependent Cellular Cytotoxicity(5) Inhibition of Parasite Growth & Reproduction

Fiber - gut health, bone health, joint health, immune support
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Fiber. 95% of Americans aren't getting adequate fiber in their diet. (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6124841)Why is our fiber better? You get 3x the fiber (10g) per serving than you find in other fiber supplements without the bloat.* And there's only 1g of natural sugar, and no sugar added.But there's more, in addition to digestive health, this powerful prebiotic fiber also helps support bone health, joint health, and immune health.*🍒 Don't let the Tart Cherry Powder fool you, it's unflavored so there's no cherry flavoring. Its simply there for additional health benefits from this powerful antioxidant.*

Do vegetable & seed oils cause inflammation?
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We try to be aware of the past and present books available on topics. Some of us really like reading. I am sure some are 100% convinced vegetable/seed oils in all amounts cause a HUGE amount of inflammation. But what does the science suggest? Diving into the research. You asked, and we're responding. The arthritis foundation has stated that these oils taken in excess trigger pro-inflammatory chemicals. Their conclusion is, "They aren’t especially bad and shouldn’t be avoided, but you don’t want them to dominate your intake."Arthritis Foundation Will using less than 100 mg per day of organic sunflower oil,...

Nano Gel review - gut health, skin health
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LOVED reading this customer's comments about Nano Gel, she shared with us in the hopes of helping someone else.We use Nano Gel for just about everything in our house.🩹 Cuts and scrapes🔥 Burns🦟 Bug bites🥴 Skin irritations and rashes☀️ Calms sunburns🧊 Cools & soothesWe also have many customers come to us with a wide range of issues associated with gut imbalances that have spread from the inside out, causing a range of irritations. Nano Gel helps with those outside issues while we're working on resolving those inside issues. If you have any questions, please send us a DM on Instagram.

Lab work we find beneficial - gut health, hormones
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No, we do not require lab work before starting a gut health protocol. Our protocols are very focused on nutrient absorption, helping with inflammatory concerns, cleaning out pathogens, etc. But, for ourselves (and we suggest others), we feel it is wise to see how your body is doing and measure that by checking your vitamins, minerals, inflammatory markers, hormone levels, A1C, etc. BTW- many of your markers should improve when doing the gut health protocols and taking other supplements. Personally speaking, when my hormones are low I am exhausted. It really affects me. When my hormones are in optimal levels...

Birth control & depression - gut health, gut-brain axis, mood
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Yep, it can be a problem, especially when not managed. While depression is complex and not well understood, what is shown (Epidemiology and Psychiatric Sciences Journal) is that there is a significant association between oral contraceptive use and depression. Birth control is not likely to go away any time soon. How might one manage the possible side effects of birth control? Saffron, l-theanine, etc. Yes, these would need to be used daily.Yes, these options would take between 6-8 weeks to take full effect (similar to an anti-depressant). Yes, our team is researching the most current options to help with hormone...

Why Sensitive Gut Fiber? - gut health, fiber , FODMAP
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Absolutely!While Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium are crucial, they aren't the whole story. The secret to gut health lies in a diverse microbiome, not just high levels of those two bacteria.Did you know certain digestive-friendly prebiotics can boost Lactobacillus, Bifidobacterium, and other essential gut bacteria?Enter Sensitive Gut Fiber. It's friendly for SIBO/IBS sufferers, won't cause bloating, and aids both constipation and diarrhea. Plus, it targets all the good bacteria needed to improve your metabolism from a gut perspective.* If you have questions, please send us a DM on Instagram.

Vitamin & Mineral Deficiencies and Migraines - gut health, magnesium
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Have you ever had a severe migraine? Not fun.Gut issues can be linked to migraines via the gut-brain axis. But there are other causes for migraines. Many ask us what to take for migraines. Our initial response is to look at mineral deficiencies. If I may offer a suggestion, I’ve found a combination that works wonders for my migraines: magnesium l-threonate and magnesium glycinate. These two ingredients have been incredibly effective in alleviating my migraines and headaches. We have used this combination for our children. When children or adults are deficient in these minerals, they are susceptible to migraines and...

Ulitmate Gut Picker Upper - gut health, detox, candida, heavy metals
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This is only a great product if you are looking to:🔹decrease bad stuff🔹help restore microbial balance 🔹increase beneficial bacteria🔹help restore healthy inflammatory responses 🔹help restore normal immune function (immune tolerance)It is also pretty amazing for nutrient absorption. And if you have bad diarrhea or loose stools from about every cause but BAM (bile acid malabsorption types 1, 2, and 4), Cleanse is an absolute HOMERUN!!! (No, Cleanse is not a laxative and does not flush your system. It is a binder. It binds.)The only question is dosing. Do you need a little or a lot? Cleanse pairs amazing with probiotics,...

Ulitmate Precision Prebiotic - gut health, FODMAP
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Are you sure what you are taking for gut health is hitting the mark? What are your objectives? Better gut health?Broad diverse and beneficial microbiome? Stronger gut barrier? Healthy inflammatory responses? Digestive comfort? Sensitive Gut Fiber helps with each of those.*What if you have low stomach acid? Sensitive Gut Fiber (as a prebiotic) can help with that.*What about constipation and diarrhea issues? Sensitive Gut Fiber can help with both of these issues.* (Actually, I suggest taking well more than 1 scoop a day for these issues!) What about those of you concerned with the quality of the ingredients? We do...

Why is Akkermansia important? - gut health, prebiotic
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Are you sure probiotics are the best way to increase Akkermansia and other beneficial bacteria types? Are you sure Akkermansia probiotics are the best option? Maybe. Maybe not!Prebiotics may be an even better option. ApplePhenon® alone can increase Akkermanisa 8-fold.Akkermansia is one of the "gut keys" to healthy long-term weight management, gut barrier integrity, long-term health, etc. Targeted Prebiotic was formulated to help reshape the microbiome quickly. It was formulated to be a precision prebiotic and feed only the best bacteria types (whereas common prebiotics can feed both good and bad bacteria). And last, it was formulated to focus on...

Sunflower Lecithin, good or bad? - gut health, inflammation
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Oddly enough, we get many questions about sunflower lecithin and whether it’s good or bad.Research indicates that excessive consumption of omega-6s (found in corn, safflower, sunflower, soy, and vegetable oils) can trigger pro-inflammatory chemicals. This might be why vegetable oils are often criticized.But what about sunflower lecithin, particularly in the amounts used in supplements?Our microbiome team, which researches IBD, SIBO, IBS, and autoimmune diseases, supports sunflower lecithin. Their findings and human studies suggest it helps with gut lining inflammation and is generally beneficial. Unless you have an allergy, sunflower lecithin is considered safe and effective for gut health.This insight comes...

What should prebiotics do? - gut health, microbiome, targeted prebiotic
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Prebiotic. Its definitely a buzz word these days but most people misunderstand how impactful a prebiotic can be. We all assume the best way to increase beneficial bacteria is with probiotics. Not so. A precision prebiotic should:1️⃣ Help significantly stimulate the growth of a wide variety of beneficial bacterial (well beyond just Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium)*2️⃣ Help ward off pathogens to reduce toxin load*3️⃣ Help improve digestion*4️⃣ Help improve metabolic markers (better insulin sensitivity)*5️⃣ Help rebuild the gut barrier*Targeted Prebiotic was formulated to pair with probiotics to help significantly rebuild the microbiome and support long-term gut health. It does this very...