Starchy vegetables vs. grain-based foods - gut health, carbs, vegetables, diet

Starchy vegetables vs. grain-based foods - gut health, carbs, vegetables, diet

So, what carbs should you be getting daily? A bit of both it turns out. If you're on the macro diet, loading up on carbs isn't ideal. Also not ideal for low-carb diets. And loading up on carbs is not something people on the Keto Diet are interested in. If you are looking to get the most nutrients from your foods and find balance in your diet, it turns out that you are best to consume a bit of both starchy vegetables and grain-based foods daily. If you have questions, please send us a DM on Instagram @silvefernbrand.

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The best way to soak up pathogens - gut health, immunoglobulins, cleanse

The best way to soak up pathogens - gut health, immunoglobulins, cleanse

I don't care what antimicrobial herb (oregano, clove, echinacea, etc.) or antibiotic you are in love with as your end-all-be-all for "imbalances" or "infections," there's honestly nothing better to take with it than oral immunoglobulins/antibodies to soak up the garbage in your system when your antifungal/antibacterial products are attacking pathogens. Many of you love colostrum. Why is colostrum effective? It is high in antibodies/immunoglobulins. Why is breastmilk so good for babies? It is loaded with nutrients AND it also contains antibodies (specifically IgA). IgA works via immune exclusion. IgG also works by way of immune exclusion. They use the same...

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How are eczema & psoriasis connected? - gut health, autoimmune, skin

How are eczema & psoriasis connected? - gut health, autoimmune, skin

Eczema and psoriasis are two different and distinct issues. But they both involve the immune system in different ways. Both are immune system malfunction problems.Is eczema an autoimmune disease? Not technically. Is psoriasis an autoimmune condition? Yes. Are both connected to gut health? Yes. Can cleaning up the gut and boosting short-chain fatty acid production help both issues? Yes. Based on the science, should your gut health protocol/program help with skin issues? If your protocol is focused on decreasing immune activation and increasing short-chain fatty acids then it should. 👍🏼Can a poor diet muck all this up and continue to...

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Asthma - gut health,  immune system

Asthma - gut health, immune system

Where did your asthma come from (slide 2)? What causes it to go crazy (anything that hurts the gut)?What do you do about it? I think it is very safe to say that poor gut health (whether you know it or not and whether you feel like you have poor gut health or not) affects the immune system, which in turn causes asthma and allergy issues. Stress, poor diet, irritants, allergies, infections, viruses (cold/flu/COVID), and gut issues can all cause asthma problems. What's the answer?1) Clean up the gut.2) Strengthen the gut barrier (mucus layer, mucosal barrier, epithelial layer).3) Decrease...

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Eczema & the gut - gut health, skin issues, eczema

Eczema & the gut - gut health, skin issues, eczema

The gut microbiome and the skin are connected. When the one is off, so is the other. An inflammatory issue in the gut can cause inflammatory issues in the skin. An overactive immune system is for sure a contributor to this. “One bigger theory is attributed to Professor C. Akdis and his remarkable epithelial hypothesis: in short, the first problem is a leaky gut and leaky skin barrier, and then the bacterial imbalance (dysbiosis) follows that. A number of environmental factors, including things like microplastics and pollutants seem to contribute to this..."Dr. Peter Lio, clinical assistant professor of dermatology and...

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Can exercise improve your gut health? - gut health, probiotics, prebiotics, mucosal support, leaky gut

Can exercise improve your gut health? - gut health, probiotics, prebiotics, mucosal support, leaky gut

BUT....Intense and prolonged exercise can negatively impact gut lining integrity (leaky gut) and the microbiome. Here's the key: moderately intense exercise is great for the gut. If you are doing intense and rigorous exercise on a regular basis you may very well need a very good gut health protocol to pair with it. That's just the science. Here is another thought: Heavy exercise requires good nutrient absorption for rebuilding. Poor gut health (weak/damaged mucosal barrier in the small intestine) causes poor nutrient absorption. Wouldn't you want to pair a science based gut build up protocol with your exercise and healthy...

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Celiac Disease - gut health, autoimmune

Celiac Disease - gut health, autoimmune

You may not know this:Our initial protocol structure ideas came from a Dr. Cynthia Rudert (M.D., F.A.C.P.) Gastroenterologist /Celiac Doctor. The time for how long to use the immunoglobulins and probiotics for autoimmune issues (w/Celiac included) came from studying her methods. She's brilliant. Two points shocked me. 1️⃣ Yes, genes (HLA-DQ2 and/or HLA-DQ8 genes) are involved in the development of Celiac Disease. Roughly 30-40% of people carry those genes. But only 2% develop celiac disease. We also know that people with Celiac Disease are prone to other autoimmune disorders. What does all this mean? It seems to suggest that the...

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Post-Covid Syndrome - gut health, probiotics, prebiotics, immunoglobulins

Post-Covid Syndrome - gut health, probiotics, prebiotics, immunoglobulins

COVID is now a part of our lives. It doesn't seem to be going anywhere. AND Your gut health may be the key influence to determining how you recover from COVID. 👍🏼Certain key strains of bacteria "...speeds long COVID recovery." Cambridge University Hospitals✅Both probiotics and prebiotics may be beneficial✅Immunoglobulins are also shown to be helpful for COVID recovery✅Olive leaf extract has also shown to be helpful against COVID. (This is one reason I load up on MucoSave® daily and especially during cold/flu season.)Your gut health can determine how severe your reaction to COVID is and then it can determine how...

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MucoSave® is more than just for reflux, heartburn, gastritis, and low stomach acid - gut health, reflux

MucoSave® is more than just for reflux, heartburn, gastritis, and low stomach acid - gut health, reflux

I take MucoSave® daily in in multiple doses of 400 mg per day for a wide range of issues that have nothing to do with reflux, heartburn, gastritis, low stomach acid, histamine intolerances, or nutrient absorption. Check out the second slide to see all the other reasons this is a killer ingredient.MucoSave® contains a good amount of olive leaf polyphenols and prickly pear cactus polysaccharides (straight from Italy). 📣After nearly 8 months, we have finally approved a new flavor for Reflux. It is a Peach Mango flavor. No acid. It does contain stevia, monk fruit and natural flavors (the natural...

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What's causing all of your underlying issues? - gut health, microbiome, gut imbalance

What's causing all of your underlying issues? - gut health, microbiome, gut imbalance

Ready to get to the bottom of those issues instead of using a "band-aid?" We hear it all the time, you're not alone.In order to address underlying issues, you need to know what they are. And believe it or not, while the consequences of these underlying issues are many the underlying causes are pretty much the same. Imbalances in the gut are ground zero for issues starting. This is caused by a wide range of things from antibiotics and other prescription meds to stress and poor diet. Would COVID/cold/flu cause imbalances? Yes, they would. What about food poisoning? That would...

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3 common signs your gut health is bad - gut health, probiotics, sleep, mood, energy

3 common signs your gut health is bad - gut health, probiotics, sleep, mood, energy

Yes, "dragging butt" may also mean you have gut issues. Yes, "ornery" is also a sign of gut issues. Yes, "sleepy with poor rest" is also a sign of gut issues. Your gut doesn't need to have constipation, diarrhea, food intolerances, reflux, heartburn, gas, and bloating to be unhealthy. If you feel like crap, you may have a gut imbalance. If you have questions, please send us a DM on Instagram @silverfernbrand.

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Psoriasis: What's the gut connection? - gut health, autoimmune

Psoriasis: What's the gut connection? - gut health, autoimmune

Let's nerd out. 🤓Roughly 70%+ of your immune system is located in your gut. Since the microbiome and the immune system are strongly linked, the gut determines the education the immune cells get. A diverse and healthy microbiome results in a stronger gut barrier, less inflammation, and fewer health issues (like psoriasis). While psoriasis is genetic, it is the health of the immune system that makes it all happen. If you pair genetics for psoriasis with poor gut health you have the recipe for achieving psoriasis. A strong immune system is still the answer. Further, anything that is going to...

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5 reasons you can't lose weight - gut health, metabolism

5 reasons you can't lose weight - gut health, metabolism

The ups and downs of trying to manage my weight was MISERABLE. The older I got the tougher it was to lose the weight too. Holiday weight gain used to plague me every year like a bad head cold that never ended. From October to January 2nd I'd gain between 10 and 15 lbs. per year for about 20 years. Then from January-May I'd do various diets to drop it. I think over the years I have tried every diet, program, and drug available (not semaglutide, though). Btu this has changed. Now, I don't count calories. I don't diet. I...

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Does a poor immune system contribute to canker sores? - gut health, oral health

Does a poor immune system contribute to canker sores? - gut health, oral health

Stress, acidic food, injury inside the mouth, and other causes are known to be associated with cankers, but there are still a lot of unknowns when it comes to canker sores.But did you know that people with a poor immune system are more likely to have reoccurring big painful canker sores? What does this suggest? It suggests that you may want to work on your immune system to help with canker sores.And as for the "secret" for helping with canker sores. It has been shown that higher doses (1,000 mcg) of B12 at bed time can help prevent canker sores...

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Colostrum or Immunoglobulins? - gut health, immune support

Colostrum or Immunoglobulins? - gut health, immune support

Is colostrum good? ✅Yes.Are immunoglobulins better? ✅Yes. Colostrum is great for the immune system because it contains antibodies. Antibodies are also called immunoglobulins. "Immunoglobulins (Ig) or antibodies are glycoproteins produced by plasma cells." National Library of MedicineImmunoglobulinAn immunoglobulin concentrate is a higher concentration of antibodies than colostrum. The source is cleaner. The chances of sensitives and allergens are lower. An immunoglobulin concentrate is dairy free. A concentrate of immunoglobulins/antibodies is going to be better than colostrum. If you have questions, please send us a DM on Instagram @silverfernbrand.

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It may not be gluten intolerance, it may be fructan intolerance - gut health, gluten, fructan, gas, bloating

It may not be gluten intolerance, it may be fructan intolerance - gut health, gluten, fructan, gas, bloating

Whenever people say they have gluten intolerances I want to ask, "Are you are sure?"Whenever people say they have gluten intolerances and dairy intolerances (both FODMAPs), I want to ask, "Are you sure you have a gluten intolerance issue?" You may be wondering, "How do I know?" Do you ever have excessive bloating, gas, or diarrhea within a few hours of eating garlic, onions, dates, watermelon, asparagus, Brussel sprouts, cabbage, ripe bananas, prunes, or raisins? If you do then you likely have a fructan issue, not necessarily a gluten issue. These are all gluten-free foods high in fructan. The great...

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Do FODMAP foods cause you discomfort? - gut health, fructan, gluten intolerance, gas, bloating

Do FODMAP foods cause you discomfort? - gut health, fructan, gluten intolerance, gas, bloating

here are fast "band-aid" helpers for digestive issues associated with SIBO and IBS and then there are long-term actions that should be taken. When a person has a major imbalance (especially in the small intestine), you get a lot of fermentation of carbohydrates. This fermentation process can then result in a lot of discomforts. The underlying issues are usually slow motility and major imbalances. And major bacterial imbalances are then linked to other imbalances (i.e., candida overgrowth). So, you really need a strong clean up. FODMAP enzymes are a great way to help with immediate discomforts. Be mindful, 1 capsule...

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What is gluten intolerance? - gut health, digestive enzymes, FODMAP

What is gluten intolerance? - gut health, digestive enzymes, FODMAP

If you don't have Celiac, a wheat allergy, or a gluten sensitivity (a gluten related issue not associated with an intolerance, Celiac, or allergies), then you fall into the bucket of gluten intolerance. This is usually self-diagnosed or a guess from a medical professional because you have a poor digestive, skin, or body (fatigue, etc.) reaction to gluten. Either way, a gluten intolerance is a negative non-immune system reaction to gluten. It does cause discomforts. But it can also be resolved. 1️⃣ There are enzymes that can tear down both gluten and fructan so that bread, pasta, etc. does not...

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Where do food intolerances come from? - gut health, leaky gut, SIBO, digestive enzymes, FODMAP

Where do food intolerances come from? - gut health, leaky gut, SIBO, digestive enzymes, FODMAP

If you have no clue what's causing food intolerances then how are you going to fix them? I mean you can just avoid foods, I guess. It's a crappy way to live life. But it is what a lot of people do. What is a food intolerance? It's a miserable, non-immune system or allergy response to food. Meaning, you eat something and you feel like garbage but you aren't having an allergic reaction. You aren't having an immune system response. You are having a poor digestion response to foods. Most have no clue why this happens. We can break these...

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Leaky gut issues - gut health, leaky gut, probiotics

Leaky gut issues - gut health, leaky gut, probiotics

Fact or Fiction?Well, if you ask a standard doctor they will say leaky gut is fiction. If you ask a microbiologist, microbiome researcher, or anyone that likes to nerd out on research on PubMed and other locations, they will say that leaky gut (also called increased intestinal permeability or metabolic endotoxemia as shown in blood work by elevated LPS levels and inflammatory markers) is very real or a fact. They may even say something like "Denying leaky gut as a health issue is like denying the world is round. You can say it is flat all you want, but it...

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Spikes in sugar suppress the immune system - gut health, sugar, cold and flu, immune system

Spikes in sugar suppress the immune system - gut health, sugar, cold and flu, immune system

🚨Loading kids up with sugar when they are sick isn't ideal for helping them recover from their cold/flu issues. It'll end up keeping them home from school longer. Sugar can weaken the immune system when it needs to be the strongest. "When it comes to our immune system, what we eat matters a lot. And no ingredient is more detrimental to your immune health than sugar, especially during Covid."Dr. Heather ModayAllergist and ImmunologistThis is the ‘worst food ingredient for your immune system’—especially during Covid, says immunologist.CNBS.com So, when your kids stay home from school and want to eat treats and...

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Soda increases insulin levels - gut health, blood sugar, insulin resistance

Soda increases insulin levels - gut health, blood sugar, insulin resistance

Frequent use of diet drinks can contribute to insulin resistance. Too resistant to insulin⬇Elevated blood sugar levels⬇Weight gainWhen a person has insulin resistance it can be super tough to lose weight. And once you are there, it can be really tough to get back. Helping insulin resistance is one of our top priorities in the coming months. Stay tuned! In the mean time, please consider drinking less soda. If you have questions, please send us a DM on Instagram @silverfernbrand.

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Antibiotics are the

Antibiotics are the "go-to" solution for SIBO - gut health, constipation, stomach acid

"Antibiotics are an acute treatment, but not a long-term solution. It's important to try and address the underlying cause of your SIBO. "https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21820-small-intestinal-bacterial-overgrowth-siboApproximately 45-65% of people that use antibiotics for SIBO will get it again. You can for sure load up on antibiotics for SIBO issues. No question. That's an option and it is the option your doctor is most likely going to suggest. But did you know that SIBO is also a slow motility issue and a low stomach acid issue, in many instances? You may want to still consider doing more to help the gut than the quick...

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How did you get Hashimoto's and why are you avoiding gluten? - gut health, autoimmune, thyroid

How did you get Hashimoto's and why are you avoiding gluten? - gut health, autoimmune, thyroid

Are you looking to piece together an answer for your Hashimoto's issues? We were once there too. The medical world may say there is no response for it. This is what we hear:1) Women are more prone to it than men. True. ✅2) Genetics is a big factor (80% more likely). True. ✅3) Age is big factor. True. ✅But we find that these all become more relevant when your gut is compromised. We found with Tiffany (our co-founder) that once her gut health was in order, her hormones leveled out. Meaning, not only did her thyroid numbers finally settle at...

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What does your doctor suggest for constipation? - gut health, laxatives, constipation

What does your doctor suggest for constipation? - gut health, laxatives, constipation

Demand for laxatives is going up, up, up. When diet and exercise isn't working, load up on laxatives, right? What would your doctor suggest for constipation issues? Just stay on MiraLAX®. "Ideally, only take laxatives occasionally and for up to a week at a time."NHS"Don't use laxatives for longer than 1 week unless your doctor recommends it. Long-term use or overuse of laxatives can cause health problems."Family Doctor"The ongoing misuse of laxatives can lead to chronic constipation, electrolyte imbalances, depression, heart problems, and an increased risk of colon cancer."Very Well Health"However, excessive or prolonged use of laxatives can cause diarrhea...

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Is a healthy gut key to addressing diabetic pain? - gut health, probiotic, prebiotic

Is a healthy gut key to addressing diabetic pain? - gut health, probiotic, prebiotic

It does appear that an altered gut microbiome may be an underlying cause of nerve pain in people with diabetes. When faecal transplants were done with people with diabetes, their pain decreased by about 35%.🤯 This was shown to come from bacteria types that reduce inflammation. One of these bacteria is F. prausnitzii, "...which has previously been found to be lacking in people with chronic fatigue syndrome."https://www.newscientist.com/article/2382323-nerve-pain-from-diabetes-can-be-treated-with-faecal-transplants/Is increasing key bacteria (usually not found in probiotics) key to whole body health? We sure think so. And the science is starting to show it more and more. So, how does one increase...

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Bad bacteria awaken viruses - gut health, viruses

Bad bacteria awaken viruses - gut health, viruses

That's right. Bacteria (like E. coli) can reawaken long-dormant viruses inside bacteria, which can cause all sorts of destruction. ⁠⁠If you are going to clean up the gut, you may want to strongly consider a plan that hits bacteria AND viruses.⁠⁠A gut clean up needs to be a full gut clean up. And loading up on a few antimicrobial herbs now and again doesn't count. ⁠⁠Our suggestion, I like the "smash and grab" (kill/capture) combination of the right nano ag404 with immunoglobulins/antibodies. That combo is the most effective we have found for cleaning the system out of bad bacteria and...

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We hear it all the time,

We hear it all the time, "Just eat fermented foods." But maybe that's not best. - gut health, prebiotics, bloating, gas

"Just eat fermented foods" I hear this a lot in post comments. And while fermented foods are amazing for gut health as prebiotics, they too can come with some side effects to consider. The side effects also may mean that things are being improved. The most common side effect is bloating and gas. After that in frequency comes headaches and migraines (usually from histamine and tyramine). And then histamine intolerances. This comes with a runny nose, itching, eye redness, fatigue, etc. If fermented foods cause you digestive issues then consider eating less of them and gradually working your way into...

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Blocking acid, is it really a good option? - gut health, reflux, heartburn, acid blockers

Blocking acid, is it really a good option? - gut health, reflux, heartburn, acid blockers

"What would my doctor suggest?"🚫Food avoidance🚫Diet restrictions🚫Stop the acidLet's think about blocking acid. 👍🏼Acid is needed for digestion👍🏼Acid is needed for absorbing nutrients (anyone have low vitamin B?)👍🏼Acid is needed for killing pathogens that come into the body. The question is, "What if too much stomach acid isn't the problem and you are taking acid blockers every day?" Blocking acid is super fast and effective. That is an option and it is the option your doctor will likely turn to. OR you can take something that doesn't block stomach acid production but does:✅ soothe intestinal issues✅ supports a healthy esophageal...

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"Chronic constipation associated with cognitive decline" - gut health, constipation, laxatives

If you were "fine" before with constant constipation, maybe this will make you think differently. There is a relationship between bowel movements, the gut microbiome, and cognition. Meaning, if your motility is slow your microbiome is likely to have a lot more gut bacteria known to cause inflammation. And with more inflammation comes cognitive decline. Having watched my own grandparents deal with dementia and Alzheimer's, I am extremely motivated to not go through that myself. Everyone always asks us why we are always so focused on "motility, motility, motility." And our response is that it is key to "gut health,...

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Semaglutides: Mental Health Side Effects - gut health, weight loss, depression, anxiety

Semaglutides: Mental Health Side Effects - gut health, weight loss, depression, anxiety

The European Medicines Agency is looking into this right now because a lot of people are reporting an increase in mental health side effects.What about the FDA? They don't seem worried about it. Right now it is suggested that the benefits outweigh the risks. What does appear to be the case is that mental health concerns did not go into the studies prior to approval. If you have questions, please send us a DM on Instagram @silverfernbrand.

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Slowing the flow of toxins to the liver, helps stop the problem before it starts - gut health, liver detox, liver disease

Slowing the flow of toxins to the liver, helps stop the problem before it starts - gut health, liver detox, liver disease

Bailing out the toxins may be important. But plugging the holes that are allowing the toxins into the liver in the first place is essential. Please do not allow the urgency of the concern to distract from the necessity of doing the process correctly. The best form of a liver detox stops the flow of toxins to the liver in the first place. Can natural ingredients like milk thistle protect the liver from toxins? Yes. Mount Sinai thinks so. How about...ginsenggreen tealicoriceartichoke leaf andturmeric? Yes, those are all good too. In fact, we load people up on herbs like licorice...

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What's causing your bloating & distension? - gut health, immunoglobulins, bloating, distension

What's causing your bloating & distension? - gut health, immunoglobulins, bloating, distension

Ladies, are you bloated and do you suffer from distension of the lower stomach? Maybe you have inflammation of the large intestine? So, what causes this?The "possible" cause of this (because the science is never 100% sure) is an immune system malfunction. Imbalances⬇️Leaky gut⬇️Inflammation⬇️Immune system malfunction"Although no direct cause-and-effect relationship has been confirmed, all clinical and experimental data suggest the importance of intestinal hyperpermeability in the inflammatory changes of various diseases. Increased intestinal permeability is a new target for disease prevention and therapy. Considering the close relationship of ‘the leaky gut’ and gut dysbiosis to the major diseases..."Increased Intestinal Permeability...

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Specific gut bacteria linked to depression in premenopause women - gut health, mental health, anxiety, depression

Specific gut bacteria linked to depression in premenopause women - gut health, mental health, anxiety, depression

If your gut is loaded up with klebsiella and morganella (specific bacteria) then you are more likely to have depression. Yes, eating less refined sugars and more plant foods is good for the gut. ✅ Exercise is good for the gut. ✅Fiber is good for the gut. ✅ But if you want to knock out the bacteria types that are linked to depression issues, you better clean up the gut more aggressively than what diet changes, exercise, sleep, fiber, and probiotics are going to offer. And your protocol better hit klebsiella and morganella. If you have questions, please send us...

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What happens to the gut microbiome after taking antibiotics? - gut health, probiotics, microbiome

What happens to the gut microbiome after taking antibiotics? - gut health, probiotics, microbiome

Yes, you can load up on antibiotics to address your gut issues. That is an option. Sure. Go for it. That's the go to solution. And sometimes you do need them. But if that is your go-to answer for problems with your gut or sinuses, there are possible negative consequences. And you better be prepared to manage those consequences if you do use antibiotics so that you don't completely wipe out your gut. “...taking antimicrobials is a gamble every single time you do it, even if it’s fully warranted.”Microbiologist & Pathologist Gautam DantasWashington University of Medicine in St. Louis (same...

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Probiotic strain B. Claussi benefits - gut health, probiotics

Probiotic strain B. Claussi benefits - gut health, probiotics

What should a probiotic offer? 1) Produce pathogen-inhibitory substances 2) Inhibit microbial toxins3) Stimulate immunoglobulin A4) Benefit intestinal mucosa (gut barrier) Given all of this, B. clausii is the perfect probiotic strain you are not likely getting from your standard probiotic. This is only because it isn't as heavily advertised and marketed as standard lactobacillus and bifidobacteria strains. Here are some additional benefits of B. clausii:1) Naturally survives digestion without requiring special coatings or capsules (heat, acid, and salt tolerant)2) Strengthens the gut barrier3) Broad spectrum antibiotic resistance that cannot be genetically transferred to other species4) Vitamin productionIf you are...

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Why gluten enzymes? - gut health, digestive enzymes, gluten intolerance

Why gluten enzymes? - gut health, digestive enzymes, gluten intolerance

Have you ever been somewhere and thought, "But what if there's gluten in it?" ⁠⁠Say hello to Gluten Comfort. ⁠⁠Gluten Comfort was formulated with one thing in mind: help people with gluten intolerances be able to have gluten again.*⁠⁠Notice I am not saying this fixes issues for people with Celiac or people with an autoimmune response to gluten. This is for people with an intolerance to gluten. ⁠⁠Here's the secret to using it, make sure that the amount of capsules you are taking matches the amount of gluten you are consuming. So, if you are eating a gluten-free dish and...

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Is your hair falling out? - gut health, hair loss

Is your hair falling out? - gut health, hair loss

Are you looking in the wrong spot to help with your hair issues? Issues that cause hair loss:✅Gut issues resulting in poor nutrient deficiency✅Gut issues causing Hashimoto's✅Gut issues causing non-Hashimoto's thyroid issues✅Gut issues causing immune system dysfunction✅MCAS/Histamine intolerances ✅Candida (fungal) overgrowth Our company focus on hair loss was due to our co-founder's Hashimoto's issues causing her to lose a lot of hair, thinning of hair, and skin issues. For her specific situation, her hair has grown back, and it longer and thicker than ever. Since that time, we have learned a lot about what to do for hair loss (this...

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Looking to detox your liver? The gut may be the best place to start - gut health, liver health, detox

Looking to detox your liver? The gut may be the best place to start - gut health, liver health, detox

The best thing for your liver may be improving your gut health. 🤯When you detox the gut you are detoxing the liver.When you are strengthening the gut barrier you are reducing the toxin load on the liver (toxins stay in the intestinal system and are dealt with there). When you are correcting immune dysfunction, you are helping the liver. When you are reducing intestinal inflammation you are helping the liver. Do you want to help your liver? Help your gut!If you have big gut health issues, take our QUIZ. If you feel like you don't have big gut health issues...

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You've taken antibiotics, now what? - gut health, probiotics, cleanse, immunoglobulins

You've taken antibiotics, now what? - gut health, probiotics, cleanse, immunoglobulins

So, you had to take an antibiotic for something? Now you want to build up your gut up again? Maybe you are worried that your gut is now imbalanced? Those are fair assumptions. Your doctor may have even advised you to "get on a good probiotic" or "help your gut recover." Antibiotics can reduce microbiome diversity, change metabolic activity, and even cause issues with C. diff or diarrhea. Antibiotics are also linked to leaky gut. And as most of you know, gut imbalances and leaky gut are ground zero for gut issues and many health problems. What do you do...

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Is autism linked to gut health? - microbiome, gut health, austism

Is autism linked to gut health? - microbiome, gut health, austism

Is autism linked to gut problems? Yes. Are all the details ironed out on how it all happens? No. Might one be able to guess? Yes. Gut imbalances caused by a wide range of causes trigger gut barrier dysfunction. Gut barrier dysfunction results in elevated inflammation throughout the body. The elevated inflammation then causes immune system dysfunction. Based on the most recent findings on autism, could one speculate that by improving gut health it may help with autism symptoms? I think that is a fair assumption. If you have questions, please send us a DM on Instagram @silverfernbrand.

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Why worry about short-chain fatty acids? - gut health, probiotics, SCFA

Why worry about short-chain fatty acids? - gut health, probiotics, SCFA

Answer: Just as long as you want to be healthyQuestion: How long do I have to work on my gut health? In the last 3 years my mid section has shrunk (by multiple pant sizes), my cholesterol is finally good (more good and a lot less bad, which is amazing because my genetics heavily anchor me towards cholesterol issues), my pre-diabetic state is no more, and all my other health markers look really good. What did I do? I followed the advice of our science team. Step 1 - Work on digestion and clean up my gutStep 2 - Build...

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6 Reasons S. Boulardii is the perfect probiotic - gut health, probiotics

6 Reasons S. Boulardii is the perfect probiotic - gut health, probiotics

If you are trying to help:✅ the gut recover✅ address leaky gut✅ reduce inflammatory processes✅ and increase enzyme production✅ with cholesterol, H. pylori issues, C. diff problems, and/or candida imbalances some say look no further than S. boulardii. S. boulardii is a gut management probiotic, NOT a reseeding strain. The key to gut health is a wide variety of beneficial bacteria, not hundreds of trillions of a few select strains. S. boulardii helps with increasing other beneficial bacteria in the gut. It manages the gut. For long-term gut health, it is a key probiotic strain to have in your daily...

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Chronic stress isn't just mental, its physical too - gut health, stress, mental health, immune system

Chronic stress isn't just mental, its physical too - gut health, stress, mental health, immune system

Look no further than stress to be the cause of getting sick this coming fall. Some suggest that 75- 90% of human health issues are related to stress. Surprising, right? When you have chronic stress:✅ your immune system is not strong ✅ you have poor digestion (blood is focused on muscles, not digestion) ✅ you have inflammation✅ you lose your ability to recover from a cold/flu How important is addressing stress to your immune system and health? It is a major top priority. That's why Silver Fern™ Brand will be focused on stress with many of our future products. We...

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The how and why of immunoglobulins when it comes to cleaning up the gut - gut health, detox, immune support

The how and why of immunoglobulins when it comes to cleaning up the gut - gut health, detox, immune support

Do you need to clean up the gut? Do you need to strengthen the gut barrier? You may have worries about H. pylori, C. diff, E. coli, candida, etc. Maybe. Maybe you are worried about "leaky gut?" Every day the body produces up to 2 grams of secretory IgA (SIgA or an antibody/immunoglobulin) in the intestines to start binding all the bad things floating through the system. They do this through a process called "immune exclusion". SIgA prevents antigens/pathogens from breaching the gut barrier, which helps keep the body from being inflamed. While there are probiotics like S. boulardii and...

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How did your gut health get so bad, and now what? - constipation, reflux, autoimmune

How did your gut health get so bad, and now what? - constipation, reflux, autoimmune

"I have no clue how my health got so bad.""It all started after COVID.""After taking my second round of antibiotics last year my health has never been the same." "I keep getting UTIs. I keep taking antibiotics. And my UTIs keep coming back." "I can't lose weight anymore.""I have histamine intolerances, constipation, reflux, nausea, burping, leaky gut, skin problems, food allergies, and I am 50 lbs. over weight." "My laxatives aren't working anymore. "Do acid blockers really cause dementia?" "I wake up early in the morning with a flat stomach and by 4 pm I look 6 months pregnant." "My...

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How do prebiotics help with leaky gut? - gut health, short-chain fatty acids

How do prebiotics help with leaky gut? - gut health, short-chain fatty acids

Can prebiotics help you recover from leaky gut? 💯 Yes!Precision prebiotics can significantly fuel bacteria types (not available in probiotics) that are proven to increase short-chain fatty acids. The result is a reduction in pro-inflammatory markers and increased epithelial barrier function (Meaning, the gut barrier is becoming stronger). No, not all prebiotics do this. Prebiotics that are both digestive friendly AND shown to help with gut barrier function? You can find our one of our favorite prebiotics here. Personally speaking, I take it daily to help with my metabolic markers and to prevent gut barrier problems. If you have any questions,...

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Probiotic Bucket List - gut health, leaky gut, survivability

Probiotic Bucket List - gut health, leaky gut, survivability

The complete picture of what a probiotic should do WITHOUT...1) refrigeration requirements2) special coatings/capsules 3) hundreds of CFUs4) dozens of strainsThe primary core keys to gut health are...1) Gut microbiota balance (more good than bad with a wide variety of good bacteria, not just a few loaded up daily)2) Gut barrier integrity and functionality (not overly "leaking" or hyperpermeability releasing toxins into the body causing all sorts of health issues)3) Low inflammatory markers in the bloodIf your probiotic isn't delivering these points daily then you aren't taking the best probiotic available. Check out our Ultimate Probiotic and all of its...

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Hashimoto's - gut health, hormone health, thyroid health

Hashimoto's - gut health, hormone health, thyroid health

Did you know...?1) Women are 7 times more likely to get Hashimoto's2) Middle age (40-60) is when Hashimoto's will most likely occur3) 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'sWhat do we find that is really helpful for Hashimoto's issues? You can find out more about how we help with Hashimoto's issues here. Yes, it does work. Yes, it...

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Why is the nasal microbiome important? - health, sinus infection, sinuses

Why is the nasal microbiome important? - health, sinus infection, sinuses

Don't you think it was time that Silver Fern™ Brand (a gut health focused company) did something to help the microbiome of the sinuses? I do. And of all people in the world, I needed it too. As a sufferer of a poor immune system, seasonal allergies, bad sinus infections, and bad colds/flus I was crazy excited when our science team had me testing out a new ingredient for my sinuses. I have used Flonase and almost all sinus rinses/washes available. The Walgreens in our area knew me well. While I have liked them, I was still having sinus infections...

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