Patient Protocol: Travel Belly & Digestive Discomforts
For travel related digestive problems of random and occasional diarrhea, constipation and/or indigestion, here are some sample protocols to consider for your patients.
Travel-related diarrhea
1. Charcoal capsules: 1-2 capsules twice per day
2. Probiotic: Broad-spectrum Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium with 2-10 billion CFU per day
3. GI + Biome Complex for repair and recovery: 2 capsules per day
GI + Biome Complex promotes a healthy balance in the small and large intestine microbiome, while supporting the epithelial lining’s integrity. Prebiotic fibers in ButyraGen® work synergistically to promote butyrate-producing bacteria in the gut, while reducing occasional gas. Lipase supports butyrate’s release, Livaux® golden kiwi provides dietary fiber and PepZinGI® zinc carnosine helps rebuild mucosa. The formula also promotes healthy motility.
Consider appropriate testing if symptoms persist.
Travel-related constipation
1. Magnesium oxide: 300-600 mg per day
2. GI Motility Complex: 1 capsule, 2 times per day
GI Motility Complex provides support for slowed gastric emptying and associated discomforts, like occasional constipation and bloating. It includes artichoke extract, ginger and apple cider vinegar.
Travel-related indigestion
1. Acid Calm: 1 capsule at the end of each meal
Acid Calm provides relief for occasional heartburn and indigestion, while also providing long-term support for GI system function. PepZinGI zinc carnosine helps protect the mucosal lining, acting as a barrier for stomach acid.* This protease-free formula includes vegetarian Thera-blend enzymes to optimize digestion and soothing botanicals (marshmallow root, papaya leaf and gotu kola).
2. Lypo Optimize: 1 capsule with each meal
Lypo Optimize is scientifically formulated for fat digestion and gallbladder support (including for those without a gallbladder).* It helps relieve indigestion associated with meals higher in dietary fat.*
3. Critical Digestion: 1 capsule at beginning of each meal
Critical Digestion combines the highest-potency digestive enzymes with guaranteed-potency probiotics. Thera-blend® enzymes work synergistically across the diverse pH range of the GI tract. It relieves occasional gas, bloating and indigestion, and increases energy and nutrient absorption, while offering maximum strength digestive support.*
