GI Support

Symptoms of upper gastrointestinal discomfort are among the most common patient complaints. Deglycyrrhizinated licorice (DGL) is rich in flavonoids and chalcones, among other constituents, that favorably yet safely support mucosal health by a number of mechanisms. Slippery elm bark contains a mucilage component with soothing properties ideally suited for heping protect the tissues of the upper gastrointestinal tract. Zinc has several functions essential for healing disturbed tissues, including those of the upper digestive tract.* These ingredients are combined in a pleasant-tasting chewable tablet, since capsules do not allow the development of the soothing coating action required for maximal effectiveness.   Dietary Considerations Wheat Free Dairy/ Milk Free Soy Free Yeast Free Preservative Free Salt Free Corn Free Free of Artificial Colors/Flavors   Serving Size:1 Tablet   Servings Per Container:100   Amount Per Serving Zinc (citrate) 5 mg   Copper (citrate chelate) 200 mcg   Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice Extract (DGL)* 300 mg   Slippery Elm (Ulmus fulva) 200 mg     Other ingredients: natural licorice flavoring, fructose, vegetable stearate, vegetab, silica       Suggested use for adults: One to two chewable tablets 30 minutes before meals, three times daily, or as directed by your health care practitioner. *12:1 extract standardized to 1-2% glycyrrhizin This product is intended for professional use and is manufactured under strict quality control to ensure the optimum in purity, potency, and reliability. This product contains no yeast, wheat, soy, corn, milk, salt, artificial coloring, preservatives or flavoring.  Keep in a cool, dry place, tightly capped.   

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Facilitates wakefulness to sleep For some of us, falling asleep is sometimes the most troubling aspect of the sleep cycle. Sound Sleep's all-herbal formula features extracts of herbs historically recognized to facilitate the transition from wakefulness to sleep. Encapsulated in Gaia's patented, readily-absorable Liquid Phyto-Caps, Sound Sleep works quickly to help you fall asleep with more ease.   Suggested Use Adults take 2-3 capsules 1 hour before bed or as directed by your health care provider. Maximum time of use: one month.   Serving Size: 2 Capsule   Servings Per Container: 30   Amount Per Serving Calories 10 Proprietary Extract Blend 864 mg Passionflower flowering vine (Passiflora incarnata), Kava Kava root (Piper methysticum), American Skullcap fresh herb (Scutellaria lateriflora), Valerian root (Valeriana officinalis), California Poppy herb and root (Eschscholzia californica), Vervain herb (Verbena spp.), Hops strobile (Humulus lupulus) Gotu Kola leaf (Centella asiatica)   Other Ingredients: Vegetable Glycerin, capsule (vegetable cellulose)   Warnings Caution: US FDA advises that a potential risk of rare, but severe, liver injury may be associated with kava-containing dietary supplements. Do not take if you have or have had liver problems, drink alcohol or take any medications. If you have a medical condition, use under the advice of a health practitioner. Stop use and see a doctor if you develop symptoms that may signal liver problems, including jaundice (yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes) and brown urine. Other nonspecific symptoms can include nausea, vomiting, light-colored stools, unexplained tiredness, weakness, stomach or abdominal pain, and loss of appetite. Not for use by persons under 18 years of age, or by pregnant or breastfeeding women. Keep away from children. Not for use with alcoholic beverages. Excessive use, or use with products that cause drowsiness, may impair your ability to operate a vehicle or heavy equipment. Use only as directed on label. Safety sealed for your protection. Keep bottle capped at all times and store in a cool dry place. Natural separation may occur. This does not affect product quality.

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Herbal G.I. contains an array of herbs traditionally used by naturopathic physicians to maintain healthy gastrointestinal function. Derived from the naturopathic pharmacopeia, the formula provides herbs and nutrients which soothe and restore disturbed mucous membranes of the GI tract.* Dietary Considerations Wheat Free Dairy/ Milk Free Soy Free Yeast Free Sugar Free Preservative Free Salt Free Corn Free Free of Artificial Colors/Flavors Serving Size:1 Vegetable Capsule Servings Per Container:120 Amount Per Serving Marshmallow (Althea officinalis) 100 Cranesbill (Geranium maculatum) 100 Slippery Elm (Ulmas fulva) 100 mg Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) 100 mg Aloe vera powder (200:1 conc.) 100 mg Cabbage (Brassica oleracea) Other ingredients: Vegetarian capsule (hypromellose and water), rice flour, magnesium stearate, silica Suggested use adults: 1-2 tablets, 3 times daily, or as directed by your health care practitioner This product is intended for professional use and is manufactured under strict quality control to ensure the optimum in purity, potency and reliability. This product contains no yeast, wheat, soy, milk, salt, sugar, artificial coloring, preservatives or flavoring. Keep in a cool, dry place, tightly capped.

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Secretion of hydrochloric acid diminishes with age, and older adults have low stomach acid. Hypochlorhydria and achlorhydria are associated with faulty digestion, impaired absorption of several vitamins and minerals, excessive absorption of food antigens, and disruptions of intestinal pH that unfavorably impact populations of gut flora. HCl-Pepsin provides betaine and glutamic hydrochloride which release hydrochloric acid at a rate which approximates that of normal physiological secretion.*   Dietary Considerations Wheat Free Dairy/ Milk Free Soy Free Yeast Free Sugar Free Preservative Free Salt Free Corn Free Free of Artificial Colors/Flavors   Serving Size:1 Capsule   Servings Per Container:100   Amount Per Serving Betaine HCl (gastric phase)550 mg Pepsin (1:3000) (gastric phase)175 mg Glutamic Acid HCl (gastric phase) from BSE-free freeze-dried source100 mg   Other Ingredients: gelatin capsule

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