{"product_id":"gut-restore-biofilm-herbal-tincture","title":"Gut Restore: Biofilm | Herbal Tincture","description":"\u003cp\u003eSize: 1 oz (w\/dropper included) - approx. 10 days supply\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMADE IN USA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it?:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChronic gastric problems are usually correlated to the presence of too many unwanted microbes (e.g. bacteria, fungi, parasites, etc...) that throw off the usual balance between \"good\" \u0026amp; \"bad\" gut flora.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOver time these colonies of unwanted gut micro-organisms can become entrenched and form a \u003cem\u003ebiofilm, \u003c\/em\u003ewhich is made up of \u003cem\u003eextracellular polymers\u003c\/em\u003e that act like a glue and create a physical barrier which protects them from being detected and removed by the immune system. This product is formulated to provide help in breaking down this protective layer as a potential first step in a protocol designed to restore a healthy \u0026amp; balanced gut biome.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that this formula will not \"cure\" any particular gut disease (e.g. leaky gut or chronic gastritis) but rather should be used at the beginning of a gut flora restoration protocol for as long as it takes to breakup the biofilm; its use should then be discontinued and other herbs\/supplements\/interventions should take its place. How long this takes will vary in each individual case (depending on the severity of the biofilm) and we recommend determining this duration in consult with your physician.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eUsing this formula safely:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThis is a short-term use formula, as both Uva Ursi \u0026amp; Wild Indigo are contraindicated for long term use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWild Indigo contains quinolizine alkaloids, which can build up in the liver to toxic levels with long term usage. Short term use of this formula should not be problematic for healthy individuals, but those with liver problems should not use it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOak bark contain salicylates and so those with an allergy should not use this formula; do not use if aspirin irritates your stomach.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not use while pregnant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe herbs in this formula can potentially irritate the stomach and create a bit of nausea, so use with caution and awareness, especially at first.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is it good for:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ebreaking up and polymers that make up \u003cem\u003ebiofilm\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehelping the body excrete the ensuing metabolic waste products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIngredients: \u003c\/strong\u003eUva-ursi (\u003cem\u003eArctostaphylos uva-ursi\u003c\/em\u003e), Oak bark (\u003cem\u003eQuercus alba\u003c\/em\u003e), Calendula (\u003cem\u003eCalendula officinalis\u003c\/em\u003e), Goldenseal root (\u003cem\u003eHydrastis candensis\u003c\/em\u003e), Wild Indigo (\u003cem\u003eBaptista tinctora\u003c\/em\u003e), Burdock root (\u003cem\u003eArctium lappa\u003c\/em\u003e), Dandelion leaf (\u003cem\u003eTaraxacum officinale\u003c\/em\u003e), Yellow Dock root (\u003cem\u003eRumex crispus\u003c\/em\u003e), Fresh Ginger (\u003cem\u003eZingiber officinale\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirections for use:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTake 1 dropperful every 2-3 hours as needed. (One dropperful = 1 ml = approx. 30 drops). Do not exceed 5 dropperfuls (5 ml) in a day, and decrease this upper limit if you are experiencing nausea\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis formula is very, very astringent and drying should be taken no more than 2-3 weeks of consecutive days before stopping for a similar duration to give your body a break... also, it is recommended to increase hydration for the duration of taking this formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse with caution of you are sensitive to salicylates; contraindicated if you are allergic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWild Indigo contains quinolizine alkaloids, which can build up in the liver to toxic levels with long term usage.  Short term use of this formula should not be problematic for healthy individuals, but those with pre-existing liver problems should not use it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDo not use if pregnant or nursing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"root + spring","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52839284343096,"sku":"466-1","price":14.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/shoprootandspringoods.com\/products\/gut-restore-biofilm-herbal-tincture","provider":"root + spring","version":"1.0","type":"link"}