Gut Cleanse & Microbial Balance is a structured protocol that supports a cleansing reset of the gut environment. It gathers the traditional herbs and supportive products I commonly use to support microbial balance, regular elimination and a healthy gut lining.
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The mechanisms this protocol supports
A balanced gut environment depends on beneficial bacteria, a strong lining and regular elimination. Herbs such as artemisia, also called wormwood, have a long history of traditional use for intestinal cleansing.
Binders and probiotics are often paired with cleansing herbs so that unwanted compounds can leave through the gut and beneficial bacteria can repopulate.
Research has linked intestinal parasites and other microbial imbalances with digestive discomfort, poor nutrient absorption and fatigue. Stool testing with your provider is the best way to understand what is going on before starting a cleanse.
What is in the protocol
The exact products and directions are listed in the Fullscript plan, and here is what each one is commonly used to support.
- Artemisia Trinity is an herbal blend featuring artemisia, an herb with a long history of traditional use for intestinal cleansing.
- G.I. Detox+ is a binder blend that is commonly used to support the gentle removal of unwanted compounds through the digestive tract.
- Biocidin is a broad-spectrum botanical blend that is commonly used to support a healthy balance of microbes throughout the digestive tract.
- Proflora4R is a restorative probiotic formula that pairs beneficial bacteria with prebiotics and botanicals to support a balanced microbiome and a healthy gut lining.
- Biotonic from Biocidin Botanicals is an herbal elixir based on two traditional Chinese formulas, with astragalus, eleuthero, sweet wormwood, codonopsis, ginger and other herbs that are commonly used to support digestion, energy and immune resilience.
Related protocols you may find helpful include Yeast & Microbial Balance.
How to use it thoughtfully
- Please talk with your provider before starting, especially if you take medications, are pregnant or nursing, or have a health condition.
- This page does not list amounts, so follow the label or the specific guidance your provider gives you.
- When you can, add one product at a time so it is easier to notice how you feel.
- Sleep, nourishing food, daily movement and stress care are the foundation, and supplements are meant to build on them.
- Artemisia is not appropriate during pregnancy or nursing, and cleansing herbs are generally used for a set period with your provider’s guidance.
Frequently asked questions
Why test before a gut cleanse?
Stool testing helps you and your provider understand what is happening in the gut so the protocol fits your situation.
Why are a binder and a probiotic included?
A binder supports the removal of unwanted compounds through the gut, and a probiotic supports beneficial bacteria during and after the cleanse.
Do I need an appointment to order these products?
No, you can create a free Fullscript account and order directly, although I always recommend checking with your own provider first, and a free 15-minute consult is available if you would like to talk it through.
Ready to see the full protocol?
Every product I use for this protocol is waiting for you in my Fullscript dispensary.
Not sure this is the right fit for you? Book a free 15-minute consult and we can talk it through together.
Educational purposes only. This page shares general information and is not medical advice. These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration, and these products are not intended to replace care from your own healthcare provider. Please talk with your provider before starting any supplement, especially if you take medications, are pregnant or nursing, or have a health condition.
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