Our digestive tract is one of the key interfaces between the external environment and our blood stream. Much of our perception of our environment comes by the way of our digestive tract.   When the digestive tract is damaged it produces rampant inflammation and stress throughout the entire body.

Poor digestion is more the rule than the exception in our society. Our culture doesn’t prioritize the time and energy our digestive system to needs to optimally process the food we consume. We often eat multiple meals a day including very large meals with foods that do not digest well together. We eat on the go, deal with stressful activities while eating or shortly after and consume toxic irritants on a regular basis.

Good Digestion Begins in the Stomach:

Hydrochloric acid is necessary for creating an acidic environment in the stomach to digest protein and ionize minerals.  This also helps to stimulate bile release from the gallbladder to effectively metabolize fat in the small intestine.  Without these key functions working optimally we become at risk for anemia, thyroid problems, osteoporosis and auto-immunity (1,2,3).

Low stomach acid in a very common problem especially in older individuals or those who have suffered from various infections like H Pylori, been on anti-biotics and other medications like non-steroidal anti-inflammatories (4, 5, 6). Low stomach acid sets the stage for damage to the delicate lining of the digestive tract.

Symptoms Associated with Low Stomach Acid:

Importance of Healthy Stomach Acid:

When you have low stomach acid you are unable to effectively breakdown protein in the stomach. This allows very large proteins to get into the small intestine and creates major stress on the pancreas to produce enough enzymes to metabolize the proteins.

This ultimately wears out the pancreatic enzyme stores and creates stress and irritation throughout the gut. It also leads to insufficient absorption and utilization of key amino acids that make up the protein molecules (7)

Large proteins and incomplete digestion can cause irritate the lining of the intestinal wall and trigger auto-immune activity in different regions of the body. Improper protein digestion also leads to small intestinal bacterial overgrowth, fuels Candida and other parasites. It also creates an acidic blood stream and depletes minerals throughout the body. Mineral depletion leads to the inability to form stomach acid and the vicious cycle continues.

Vicious Cycle of Low Stomach Acid:

Introducing Acid Pro-Zyme:

Acid Pro-Zyme provides a variety of health-supportive factors. L-glutamic acid, betaine HCl, and pepsin, a proteolytic enzyme, which assist in protein digestion. Gentian root, an herbal bitter, promotes normal secretion of saliva and gastric acid for digestive support. HCl(hydrochloric acid) supports nutrient absorption and help maintain a healthy gastric pH, which, in turn, can support healthy gastric ecology.

Support of natural gastric secretions and acidity helps support normal digestion, absorption, and immune health.[8] Maintaining an acidic pH in the stomach helps support normal gastric and intestinal flora as well.*[9,10]

Betaine HCL:
This is the best form of supplemental hydrocholoric acid for improved digestion (11). Betaine HCl, the acidic form of betaine, has traditionally been used to support digestion and absorption due to its ability to lower gastric pH.*(12)

Betaine Hydrochloride (HCl) Betaine (also known as trimethylglycine) is a natural substance found in foods such as beets and spinach. Research suggests that betaine supports cell health by acting as a methyl donor, and this, in turn, supports healthy methionine, homocysteine, and hepatic fat metabolism. Betaine also functions as an osmolyte, which supports the integrity of cells and proteins during fluctuations in hydration, salinity, and temperature.

Pepsin:
This is a very important proteolytic enzyme that should always accompany any Hydrochloric acid supplement. Pepsin is the only major digestive enzyme in the stomach is dependent upon Hydrochloric acid production. If one is not producing enough hydrochloric acid the stomach will not secrete pepsin which will further hamper protein digestion. This is extremely common as people age.

Porcine pepsin, in addition to betaine HCl, is provided in Acid Pro-Zyme with the goal of promoting more endogenous pepsin production.*[13]

L-Glutamic Acid:
L- Glutamic Acid This amino acid can be obtained from dietary protein or synthesized endogenously from other amino acids, such as glutamine. L- glutamic acid is used in GastrAcid as an acidifying agent.

Gentian Root:
This herb helps to soothe and heal an irritated stomach and intestinal lining and naturally stimulate the flow of stomach acid, bile and pancreatic enzymes for optimal digestion. The active ingredients in the root include the bitter glycosides gentiopicrin and amarogentin. These digestive bitters provide the digestive system with the full array of nutrients for proper function.

People with low stomach acid have irritated stomach and intestinal linings. It is important to not only support the stomach acid production process but also provide key nutrients to support the healing process of the entire digestive system.   These nutrients also stimulate proper mucous secretions to protect the sensitive stomach and intestinal linings.

Due to the stimulant effect that gentian root has on endogenous production of HCl, individuals may be able to discontinue Acid Pro-Zyme after a period of use.[14, 15]

 Recommended Use:

Acid Pro-Zyme is formulated with a variety of compounds and is designed to support gastric acidity, digestion, and normal gastrointestinal flora. Acid Pro-Zyme should be taken with, or immediately following a meal. Do not use if there is a prior history of, or a current complaint of, a peptic or duodenal ulcer.

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Seasonal allergies, often called hay fever, are symptoms that occur during specific times of the year.  This usually occurs at times when outdoor molds release their spores or when plants release tiny pollen particles into the air to fertilize other plants.  Allergies are an indication of a hypersensitive immune system and an inability to effectively metabolize histamine. 

Seasonal allergies depend on what the individual is having a specific immune reaction too.  In the mid-Atlantic states, tree pollination happens between February and May.  Grass pollination happens in May – June and weeds from August – October.  Mold spores usually increase between mid-summer through the fall.  If you have stronger symptoms during one of these periods it is an indication your body is struggling with that particular particle.

Introducing Allergy Defense:

Individuals with hypersensitive immune reactions often experience physical, mental, and functional decline even with moderate onset of discomfort (1). Allergy Defense provides fast-acting, natural support for hypersensitivity reactions, including watery, itchy eyes and runny nose, as well as other manifestations of histamine release.

Formulated with a synergistic combination of vitamins, bioflavonoids, amino acids, herbs, and bromelain, Allergy Defense addresses the distressing signs of immune hypersensitivity.

Vitamin C (ascorbic acid):
Vitamin C is essential to humans and must be obtained exogenously. While most mammals are able to synthesize ascorbic acid, humans lack one of the enzymes required for this process and can quickly become deficient if dietary or supplemental intake is inadequate. Stress, smoking, pollution, and temperature changes increase our requirement for vitamin C.

Well known functions of vitamin C include antioxidant protection from damaging free radicals and the synthesis of collagen, carnitine, and neurotransmitters. Vitamin C also plays a lesser-known role in the deactivation of histamine (2,3).

Bioflavonoids:
Quercetin, dihydroquercetin (DHQ) and rutin are active bioflavonoids incorporated into Allergy Defense for their role in moderating an exaggerated immune response. Bioflavonoids work synergistically with other antioxidants to protect tissues from the negative effects of oxidation and inflammation often observed during hyperimmune reactions (4)

Immune-moderating effects include inhibition of mast cell degranulation and prevention of histamine release during hypersensitive episodes (1,5,6)

Dihydroquercetin DHQ supports the activities of other antioxidants, protects erythrocytes and capillaries, supports bronchial function, and assists in chelation of metals. DHQ was also found to moderate pro-inflammatory pathways by inhibiting inducible ICAM-1 expression.[7]

FlavitPure DHQ:
The FlavitPURE™† form of DHQ in Allergy Defense is a bioactive, natural form that is significantly more absorbable than quercetin alone. The inclusion of FlavitPURE in Allergy Defense creates a clear advantage over products containing only quercetin, as fewer capsules are required for effective results.

This specific form of DHQ boasts an impressive ORAChydro value of 28,000+ μM TE/g and a CAP-e assay of 9.9-10.5 units per gram, indicative of effective antioxidant protection within the cell (8).

ORAChydro reflects oxygen radical absorbance capacity for water-soluble antioxidants, and CAP-e refers to cell-based antioxidant protection in erythrocytes.*

Rutin
A source of naturally occurring flavonoids, rutin supports blood flow, which can suppport the upper respiratory tract(9). Rutin’s protective effect against oxidation is amplified by ascorbic acid, also present in Allergy Protect (4).

N-Acetyl-Cysteine
NAC is the acetylated form of the conditionally essential amino acid L-cysteine. As a precursor to the “master antioxidant” glutathione, NAC plays a significant role in detoxification and antioxidant protection.

NAC also functions as a natural mucolytic, helping improve lung health during a hyperimmune response (10,11).

Stinging Nettle Extract:
Stinging nettle leaf has been found to regulate a variety of inflammatory activities associated with hyperimmune response, including mast-cell degranulation, prostaglandin formation, and histamine action (12, 13)

Bromelain:
Bromelain refers to an enzyme complex extracted from the stem and fruit of the pineapple plant (Ananas comosus). Its modulation of the inflammatory response is thought to exert a beneficial effect in combating hypersensitive immune reactions, earning it approved status by the German Commission E for “micro-inflammations” and related discomforts (14)

Early studies identified its positive effects on controlling edema, tissue permeability, and vasodilation (15). Bromelain is also found to enhance the absorption of quercetin (16).

Why Allergy Defense:

Allergy Defense incorporates bioflavonoids, micronutrients, proteolytic enzymes, and herbs into a comprehensive formula that provides multifaceted immune support. Dihydroquercetin (PureDHQ™), a key component in Allergy Defense, inhibits oxidation, is bioactive, and is highly absorbable. Allergy Defense supports individuals with elevated histamine and irritation due to common environmental allergens.

Research indicates that the natural components in Allergy Defense, including vitamin C, bioflavonoids, DHQ, NAC, and bromelain, helps improve immune health.[1,4]

Super CoQ10 features a unique combination of ubiquinol and trans-geranylgeraniol (GG). The GG complements the actions of ubiquinol by enhancing absorption and supporting endogenous CoQ10 synthesis naturally in the body. 

Synergistic Ingredients

Super CoQ10 features a unique combination of ubiquinol and geranylgeraniol (GG), two physiologically essential molecules with complementary and synergistic actions. GG complements the actions of ubiquinol due to its unique ability to boost endogenous coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) synthesis and efficient cellular permeability.

Ubiquinol is the reduced form of CoQ10 and is provided as DuoQuinol™, an innovative, patent-pending form of this molecule from American River Nutrition (ARN).

Geranylgeraniol (GG) is an important endogenous molecule in human physiology — it is a precursor in the synthesis of ubiquinol and many other functional cell metabolites and signaling molecules. GG is a naturally occurring terpenoid in a variety of plants and serves as precursor to essential components, such as carotenoids. The GG in DuoQuinol™ is GG-Gold™, a patented form also from ARN.

Why Take a CoQ10 Supplement?

CoQ10 occurs naturally in certain foods (especially animal foods such as red meat, poultry, and seafood), but the vast majority is produced inside the body. GG is also produced endogenously, which means inside the body. This internal synthesis may not always be sufficient, particularly in individuals taking pharmaceutical drugs that affect the pathway by which CoQ10 is produced.

Synthesis of CoQ10 and GG declines naturally during aging and the use of certain pharmaceutical drugs (particularly for treating high cholesterol and osteoporosis) inhibit its synthesis, potentially resulting in a need for supplementation.

Recommended Use

Take one softgel per day with a meal, or as directed by your healthcare practitioner. Note: This formula is best absorbed with a meal. For maximum bioavailability, multiple doses should be taken at different times of the day.

Why Does Dr. Jockers Like This Product?

Metabolic Activator combines iodine with Coleus forskohlii extract, selenium, potassium iodide, riboflavin, and molybdenum, which work synergistically to support thyroid and metabolic activity. 

What Is Metabolic Activator?

This one-of-a-kind formula supports hormonal function, including sex hormones, glucose metabolism and the conversion of thyroid hormones (T4 to T3). Metabolic Activator can assist in upregulating production of cyclic AMP (cAMP), aid healthy antioxidant balance, and support healthy weight management.

Metabolic Activator can be taken by anyone who will benefit from increased metabolic support. 

Why Carbon Technology?

Carbon Technology is a proprietary blend of fulvic acids that support cellular repair and the body’s natural ability to detoxify. With a low pH, Carbon Technology also helps protect ingredients from being digested by stomach acid, so that they remain intact as they enter the desired location in the body.

Why Choose Metabolic Activator?

It can be taken alongside all CellCore products, kits, and protocols. A convenient liquid format allows for customized dosing.

What is the Recommended Use?

Shake before use. Dilute 5 drops (approx. 0.25 mL) in about 8 oz. of water twice daily.

Can be taken with or without food. If you are sensitive to the ingredients, take it with food.

Always consult a licensed healthcare practitioner when introducing a new supplement to your routine. As a general guideline, it’s recommended to take all supplements at least two hours away from prescription medications.

Disclaimer: Do not take this product if you are pregnant. If you’re breastfeeding, consult a licensed healthcare practitioner before adding to your routine.

FAQs:

What’s the difference between Metabolic Activator, GCO, and S-TRO? Can I take them all together? While Metabolic Activator supports overall hormonal balance, it’s formulated with key ingredients for thyroid health, while S-TRO is formulated to support estrogen metabolism and GCO supports existing healthy blood sugar levels. All three supplements can be taken together as needed for complete hormone balance support.

Did Metabolic Activator replace CT-Iodine? Yes. Metabolic Activator is in all of the kits and protocols that previously contained CT-Iodine as it is a more complete hormone support supplement.