GI Clear

What is GI Clear™?

The botanical substances in GI Clear™ are commonly represented on sensitivity testing provided by the major functional laboratories performing stool analysis.

Your gut is your largest organ and is the key to good health.  The human microbiome project has shown that there are ten times more microbial cells in the body than cells in the body.  The project found that protein-coding genes in our intestinal terrain are 360 times more abundant than human genes in the body.  This means that the genetic makeup of the microbiome has a greater influence on an individual’s health than the intracellular genetics of the individual.

Good health begins with the health of your gut.  If your gut is damaged or you have an abundance of pathogenic microorganisms, it is impossible to be healthy.  The gut must be addressed daily for one to live a lifestyle that builds health.  Imbalances in the intestinal terrain may lead to or contribute to the propagation of yeast overgrowth, parasites, and harmful bacterial growth.

What is the internal intestinal EcoSystem?                     

Intestinal pathogens are abnormal and unwanted inhabitants of the gastrointestinal system that have the potential to cause damage to their host.  They consume nutrients from the foods we are eating and they puncture holes in the intestinal membrane.  Humans can play host to several hundred different types of parasites, pathogenic bacteria, and yeast (1).

This internal ecosystem is dependent upon certain beneficial species being widespread and in control. These symbiotic microbes are progenic in that they support life. These organisms provide a protective barrier that guards the intestinal wall against pathogenic bacteria, parasites, fungi, viruses, and environmental toxins.

What are some of the anti-microbial herbs?

Various herb forms have anti-microbial factors that reduce pathogenic bacteria, yeast, and parasites.  These herbs can reduce the microbial load and be an important part of re-establishing a healthy microbial balance.  These herbs are most effective:

Berberine Sulfate:  The chemical berberine has strong anti-microbial effects against bacteria, parasites, and yeast.  

For example, it can prevent the bacteria E. coli from binding to urinary tract walls. Berberine also has properties that assist in lowering blood pressure and support heart health (2).

Black Walnut Extract:  Numerous studies have found juglone, a cytotoxic compound found in walnuts, and most predominately in black walnuts, to have powerful anti-microbial, anti-parasitic properties.  This is a key parasite-killing agent, and it also acts as a mild laxative that helps expel the waste products of dead bacteria and parasites (3).

Bearberry Extract:  This is another powerful anti-microbial that is effective at supporting healthy gut microflora and assisting in preventing urinary tract infections. 

The active compound is arbutin, which is primarily responsible for the anti-microbial activity.  Bearberry also contains therapeutic compounds such as ursolic acid and quercetin (4).

Sweet Wormwood:  Also known as Artemisia annua, sweet wormwood is one of the bitterest herbs on the planet and this bitterness works to drive out worms and parasites. 

This is also a potent anti-malarial agent and can kill the deadliest malarial parasite, Plasmodium falciparum (5).  It works to break down iron bridges in the pathogenic organism, causing massive oxidative stress and death of the parasite.

Tribulus Extract: Tribulus is a flowering plant that is renowned in southern Europe and the Middle East.  This herb was shown to have strong anti-microbial effects against 11 pathogenic microbes, including Staphylococcus aureus, Corynebacterium diphtheriae, Escherichia coli, Proteus vulgaris, Serratia marcescens, Salmonella typhimurium, Klebsiella pneumoniae, Pseudomonas aeruginosa and Candida albicans (6).

Magnesium Caprylate: Caprylic acid is also called octanoic acid, which is a naturally occurring medium-chain fatty acid that provides support for healthy yeast and Candida balance (7).   Due to its fat solubility, it is believed to penetrate within the intestinal mucosal cells.  The magnesium salt helps to slow the dispersion of caprylic acid to support its ability to get deeper into the gastrointestinal tract. 

Barberry Extract: Barberry (Berberis vulgaris) is one of the plants that contain berberine and has had a long history in Eastern and Western medical traditions.  Studies showed that barberry has numerous health benefits, including anti-inflammatory ones. Moreover, it can be used as a medicinal herb to assist a variety of disorders, such as diabetes, liver disease, gallbladder pain, digestive, and urinary tract diseases, and gallstones (8).

When does Dr. Jockers recommend this product?

I use this product with clients dealing with a wide array of digestive challenges, including bacterial, yeast, and parasitic overgrowths, irritable bowel, acid reflux, and other digestive health symptoms.  

Bottle Contains: 60 Capsules

What is the recommended dosage?

Normal Dosage: Take 1 capsule per day on an empty stomach.

Advanced Dosage: Take 1-2 capsules, 2 times per day on an empty stomach or as directed by your health care practitioner. 

***Warning: Please consult your healthcare professional before using if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or considering use for a child.

FAQs:

How should I begin taking this product?

When introducing a new supplement, we recommend beginning with 1 at a time and/or the lowest dose for 2-3 days. As tolerated, increase the dose until you have reached the recommended normal or advanced guidelines. Reduce to a tolerable dosage if adverse effects occur. 

Does this product contain any shellfish?

No, this product does not contain any shellfish.

Does this product contain nuts?

Yes, this product contains tree nuts (walnuts).

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This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.