Gastronic Dr. - The natural solution for acute and chronic digestive problems - Gastronic Dr. is a Natural gastritis remedy that could be beneficial in  treating: IBS, Crohn's Disease, Gastritis, Acid Reflux and more...DigestAssist Supports  digestive comfort after meals -  Prevents common routine digestive bloating and indigestion in the healthy digestive system 

Use Gastronic Dr. to:

• Promote ongoing health and balance in the digestive system
• Maintain health in the entire digestive system and stomach lining
• Promote healthy digestive and bowel functioning
• Support healthy levels of normal micro-organisms, yeast, and bacteria in the colon and entire digestive tract
• Support the integrity and health of all the mucus membranes of the digestive system
• Maintain healthy levels of digestive acids in the stomach
• Promote healthy absorption of nutrients

Use DigestAssist to:

• Support  digestive comfort after meals
• Promote healthy levels of stomach acid during digestion
• Provide on-the-spot support for healthy digestion
• Prevent common routine digestive bloating and indigestion in the healthy digestive system 

Supporting digestion

Digestion is the process by which the body breaks down the food we eat into usable components. When we put food into our mouths digestion has already started, because digestion means breaking food down into smaller molecules which are then used to fuel the energy, growth, and functioning of the body at many levels!

As we chew with our teeth, food is already broken into smaller amounts. Saliva helps to moisten the food, and the tongue positions the food to move down the throat when we swallow. A tube called the esophagus then carries the food to the stomach. This tube is lined with muscles that squeeze and push the food into the stomach. The stomach makes digestive juices (acids and enzymes) that work to further break down food.

Although we might not think of it as such, the stomach is a muscular organ that contracts and expands in order to mix the food with digestive juices. The most important part of digestion takes place in the small intestine, because most chemical digestion and absorption of food occurs in the small intestine - a long, coiled organ about one inch in diameter. As the liquid food paste travels through the small intestine, nutrients are absorbed and whisked off through your bloodstream, traveling to all your body cells and body systems to keep you healthy and to replenish the immune system! The intestines complete the process of digestion.

The intestinal glands release digestive enzymes and mucus to aid the digestive process. Nutrients are absorbed throughout the small intestine. Enzymes from the pancreas and intestinal glands continue the breakdown of proteins and change starch into simple sugars and fats into fatty acids.

How can natural remedies help?

Many herbal and homeopathic remedies have been formulated with specific ingredients to promote healthy and gentle food breakdown and support the digestive system. In this way, natural remedies can act in a tonic fashion to support healthy, trouble-free digestive functioning and promote harmony and balance in the digestive tract.

Tips for healthy digestion:

• Take smaller bites and put your fork down in between meals. Remember to thoroughly chew each bite of food. Eat in the moment and savor every bite!
• Get enough water, as inadequate water intake is a primary cause of constipation.
• Increase your dietary fiber: eat dried fruit such as dates, figs, and prunes. 
• Address food allergies: food sensitivities are behind many digestive disorders. 
• Increase good bacteria in your gut, since not all bacteria is bad. Probiotic bacteria can help to maintain intestinal health. Try good quality organic yogurt that add the active cultures after pasteurization, because this heat process destroys both good and bad bacteria.

What are Gastronic Dr. and Digest Assist?

Naturopaths recognize that the whole person must be treated in order to maximize health and support healthy digestive systems. Research has indicated that a combination of natural remedies, regular exercise and dietary changes can make a significant difference in promoting digestive harmony. This means that the natural approach has a long history of excellent results!

Recognizing the need for a healthier and effective approach,  Native Remedies has developed Gastronic Dr. and DigestAssist - both 100% herbal remedies containing well researched ingredients and manufactured in therapeutic dosage according to the highest pharmaceutical standards.

Gastronic Dr. is a capsule which is used every day for the continued health of the digestive tract and to promote ongoing, healthy, trouble-free  digestion. Regular use of Gastronic Dr. safely and effectively acts to promote digestive health.

DigestAssist, the perfect companion to Gastronic Dr., comes in fast-acting and convenient drop form, and can be taken as needed to promote digestive comfort after meals, helping you to enjoy your food every day.

These formulas remain true to the whole spectrum method of herbal extraction, ensuring the bio-availability and balance of all the active ingredients contained in the remedy. This method of manufacture also significantly reduces the likelihood of side effects and maintains all active ingredients in perfect balance � exactly as nature intended! 

Gastronic Dr. contains the following therapeutic herbs in a 100% vege-capsule:

• Matricaria recutita is also known as German Chamomile, is an herb which has been used by European naturopaths for centuries. It has a balancing and tonic effect on many body systems, including the digestive and nervous systems and this makes it an excellent supplement for digestive health.
• Filipendula ulmaria is also called Meadowsweet, is a soothing digestive remedy which helps to support the health of the stomach lining and digestive mucosa, also promoting healthy levels of stomach acid and digestive secretions.
• Ulmus fulva (Slippery Elm) is another excellent digestive herb, having a long tradition of use in promoting the health of the stomach lining and digestive tract due to its high mucilage content. Only bark from top quality Slippery Elm is used in Gastronic Dr.
• Sutherlandia frutescens is a medicinal herb exclusively found in Southern Africa and has been used by indigenous people for thousands of years to promote digestive health and as a powerful systemic tonic. Recent research has confirmed its adaptogenic properties. Sutherlandia contains a number of highly active compounds, including pinitol, L-canavanine and the amino acid, GABA. L-canavanine is a strong L-argine antagonist (Swaffer et al. 1995, Crooks and Rosenthal, 1994, Ostlund and Sherman, 1996)

DigestAssist contains the following therapeutic herbs in convenient and fast-acting drop format.

• Zingiber officinale (Ginger) has a long history of use in traditional Chinese and Ayurvedic (Indian) medicine. Modern research confirms its effectiveness in promoting stomach and digestive comfort. Working mainly in the digestive tract, Zingiber supports the balance of digestive fluids and acids, making it an extremely beneficial digestive aid.
• Foeniculum vulgare (fennel) was a favorite herb in medieval times and was used to stop stomach rumbles and colic. It is commonly used after meals as a digestive aid and to support healthy digestion .
• Mentha piperita is one of the most effective of the mint herbs, has been used for centuries in many cultures. Modern research has demonstrated its effectiveness. Mentha piperita is well known for its positive effect on the digestive tract and the flow of natural digestive juices and bile, thereby assisting healthy digestion.
• Pelargoneum graveolens (stomach bush) is a traditional medicinal herb used by indigenous people of South Africa. It has a wide variety of uses and is an effective calmative and tonic herb.

Can I use DigestAssist and Gastronic Dr. along with my prescription and over the counter medication?

The herbs used inGastronic Dr. and DigestAssist have a high safety profile and there is no evidence to suggest any negative interaction with prescription and over-the-counter medication.

Sugested Use:

Gastronic Dr.  - Dosage: One to two capsules two or three times daily. Use regularly as a preventative and digestive tonic.

DigestAssist - Dosage: 15 - 20 drops as needed. (Dilute in appr. 1/4 cup water or juice)

CAUTION: Not recommended for children under one year old or during pregnancy unless under medical supervision. Please consult a doctor should symptoms persist.