Now that you are Replacing Your Missing Nutrients to improve your nutritional deficiencies, you should begin Repairing Your Digestive Tract to increase your absorption and prepare your body for detoxification.
Your stomach acid being insufficient is more often the problem versus too much acid. The most common why is your stomach acid not being produced due to bacterial overgrowth suppressing it or lack of excretion due to the stress system or issues with organ production.
Increasing your stomach acid production and secretion is necessary to kill any potential pathogens present in your food, and to optimize the break down and absorption of your nutrients.
There are many ways to increase your stomach’s acidity, which should be done right before eating a meal:
| Liquid Mineral Electrolyte Supplement | Produces hydrochloric acid in the stomach This product is also used in Phase 4: Rehydrate & Alkalize |
| Organic Apple Cider Vinegar | Gently reduces your stomach’s pH Great when betaine HCl creates reflux symptoms |
| Digestive Bitters | Activates your bitter receptors to support bile flow and healthy digestion Great when you no longer have your gallbladder and/or have issues with fats |
| Betaine HCl with Digestive Enzymes Caution: Don’t use if you have an ulcer (burning pain in your stomach) | Provides stomach acid (Betaine HCl) which more strongly acidifies your stomach Paired with a blend of digestive enzymes to support optimal digestion of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates |
Your microbiome is a community of thousands of different species of bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites. These microbes can be helpful, or harmful.
An important way to keep your microbiome balanced is to eat a variety of fruits and vegetables.
When your microbiome is not balanced, you can supplement good bacterium (probiotics) and feed them (prebiotics), to regain balance.
These are the most popular classes of probiotics that are all beneficial:
| Lactobacillus and Bifido mixture Lactobacillus live in the small intestine – they support digestion and defend against pathogens Bifidobacteria live in the large intestine – they ferment fibers and support bowel health | Regulate bowel patterns, especially constipation Balances the microbiome Prevent the overgrowth of pathogenic bacteria Produces short-chain fatty acids which provides energy to the gut |
| Sacchromyces Boulardii A beneficial probiotic yeast – supports gut microbiome balance, digestive and immune health | Can regulate bowel patterns, especially diarrhea Stimulates the first line of immune defense |
| Bacillus species A group of spore-forming probiotic bacteria – support gut health, digestion, and microbiome balance | Reduces symptoms of IBS Restores microbial balance Reduces inflammation |
| Akkermansia muciniphila A gram-negative (thin-walled) gut microbe – strengthens your gut wall and supports immune health | Converts mucin (the gooey substance that lines our gut) into metabolites (byproducts) called short-chain fatty acids (e.g. butyrate) that support the growth of other beneficial bacteria Stimulates the secretion of glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) helping you manage your weight by making you feel full |
| E-coli 1917 Nissle Beneficial probiotic strain of E. coli – supports gut health and intestinal balance | Prevents barrier disruption Enhances mucosal immunity, binding pathogens Outcompetes pathogenic species Produces short-chain fatty acids which provides energy to the gut |
The gut wall is not only a protective barrier between your digestive tract and your interior terrain, but it provides many other functions, such as making immune cells which regulate your digestive tract.
| Amino acids L-proline L-serine L-cysteine L-threonine L-glutamine | Have been shown to support the production and synthesis of mucin2 in the colon, resulting in a thick and healthy mucosal barrier They play a key role in repairing damaged tissue and helping to strengthen your gut wall |
| Anti-inflammatory and anti-microbial herbs Curcumin Boswellia | Reduce inflammation Resolving pathogenic species |
| Soluble fiber Modified Citrus Pectin or Partial Hydrolyzed Guar Gum (PHGG) | Effective at suppressing potent, harmful mucolytic bacteria Provides food to your beneficial bacterium Has a soothing effect on an inflamed gut wall |
| Immunoglobulins | Binds and neutralizes outside antigens (from food, infections, or human-made chemicals) |
| Mucinogenics Aloe Vera | Soothe an irritated gut wall Contains the enzymes amylase and lipase, helping to process your carbs and fats |
| Polyphenols | Supports microbial diversity and short-chain fatty acid production |
| Short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) | Provides your gut wall with energy |
Step into Action
| Explore dietary strategies | Earth Element of the Cleansing Lifestyle Program |
| Phase 3a | Optimize Your Stomach’s Acidity |
| Phase 3b | Repair Your Digestive Tract |
| Need support? | Join a Wholistic Health Group |
| Prefer a personalized approach? | Schedule a Personalized Consultation |