THE DETOX KIT GNC Preventive Nutrition

The Preventive Nutrition Detox Kit contains four specially formulated products which, when combined with a healthy diet, can help relieve symptoms of poor digestion by supporting the natural processes taking place in the main digestive organs.

Preventive Nutrition Detox Kit can be used for the following purposes:

• To cleanse your digestive system after a period of over-indulgence and help you getting back on track with a healthy diet.

• To relieve symptoms of poor digestion such as lack of energy, halitosis (bad breath), constipation, diarrhea, bloating and gas.

• To support the treatment of other conditions which may be associated with poor digestion such as headaches, skin conditions, poor immunity, weight gain, gout, gastric ulcers and high cholesterol.

• As an ideal way to kick off a weight-loss programme.

The Stomach Formula

The powerful acids and enzymes released in the stomach begin to break down food to allow nutrients to be absorbed in the next stage of digestion. If stomach digestion is poor and food passes into the small and large intestines without being broken down properly it can hinder the process of absorption and elimination. Poor stomach function is associated with bloating, indigestion, bad breath, fatigue, skin problems, candida infections, IBS and other inflammatory conditions. An over-active stomach producing too much acid can result in ulcers.
The Stomach Formula contains herbs such as gentian and ginger to assist digestion and the soothing qualities of peppermint and marshmallow.

The Small Intestine Formula

The small intestine is where the partially digested food from the stomach is mixed with bile from the gallbladder and other excretions from the pancreas. As this mixture passes along almost 6 metres of small intestine, the amino acids, carbohydrates, fats, vitamins and nutrients are absorbed across the intestinal lining into the blood stream.

GNC Preventive Nutrition Small Intestine Formula is designed to reduce and repair inflammation and irritation of the small intestine and support overall healthy digestive function.  

Licorice, Marshmallow and Slippery Elm are demulcent herbs, which provide a soothing, coating and healing action on inflammation and irritation of the small intestines.  Dandelion stimulates digestive secretions, improving digestive function and benefiting several digestive conditions.  Gymnema supports pancreatic function and normalizes blood sugar levels.

The Colon Formula

The colon, also known as the large intestine or large bowel, is the final stage of the digestive process. Its role is to process the indigestible portion of food by reabsorbing fluid and producing solid waste (faeces) for elimination.
As in the rest of the digestive tract, the contents of the colon are propelled via peristalsis – wavelike sequences of muscular contraction and relaxation which forces the contents along. Movement is stimulated by high-fibre foods and exercise, and interrupted by stress, anxiety and trauma. Poor colon function and irregular peristalsis is associated with constipation, diarrhoea, abdominal discomfort, gas and other symptoms often associated with Irritable Bowel Syndrome. These symptoms can also be associated with inflammatory condititions such as Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn’s Disease. Poor colon function often plays a role in parasitic infestations, skin problems, poor immunity and headaches.
Billions of “good” bacteria inhabit the colon, where they ferment dietary fibre and other unabsorbed substances. An imbalance in bacterial flora can result in candida infection.
The herbs in The Bowel Formula will support proper colon function by regulating peristalsis, ensuring health bowel transit time and controlling parasites and harmful bacteria outbreaks.

The Liver Formula

The liver is the body's largest organ where the nutrients absorbed from the intestines are metabolized, stored or distributed to other parts of the body. The liver also has an important role in removing unwanted or harmful substances and toxins which enter the body via foods, environmental pollution and medications.
Bile is also produced in the liver and stored in the gall bladder until it is needed in the small intestine, where it breaks up fats and other components of diet, and aids the digestion and absorption of these nutrients.

The Liver Formula contains Milk Thistle (St Mary’s Thistle) and globe artichoke which are widely used in herbal medicine to support proper liver function. Also included are Chinese herbs Bupleurum Falcatum and Schizandra Chinensis which have been used traditionally to maintain liver health and support the detoxifying function of the liver cells.

IMPORTANT
The PN Detox Kit is intended to improve digestion and relieve symptoms of poor digestion for individuals who are in otherwise general good health. It is not intended as a treatment for serious, diagnosed gastrointestinal disease. If you are suffering from bowel obstruction, pain or bleeding you should seek medical advice before commencing a detox. Individuals who are on pharmaceutical medication should also consult their medical practitioner before undertaking a detox programme or ceasing their medication.