WHAT OTHER PRODUCTS WILL WORK WELL ALONG WITH THE WHOLE APPROACH CORE PRODUCTS?


Many of our members ask what supplements they should be taking along with the Whole Approach cleansing drink. The appropriate answer to this question really does depend upon your individual health picture and the challenges that you have as a result of and/or in addition to the candida overgrowth.

I will list some of the supplements on the threads below that you may wish to consider as a complement to the core Whole Approach candida cleansing program. A complete candida recovery program includes a therapeutic, customized diet, anti-fungal colon cleansing, systemic colon cleansing, probiotic restoration, immune support, and whole body detoxification. Some folks have added health complications in addition to or as a result of the candida related problems and need extra support besides the candida reduction program. Also, a lot of the products below give your body general immune or detoxification support in addition to their other specific functions. You’ll most likely find that there is a wide variety of natural, non-toxic solutions available that are appropriate to the symptoms that you struggle with that can enhance your healing process.

No one needs all of the supplements that we recommend all the time but the following descriptions will help you to determine whether you want to consider taking one of these products. You can read more about each product in the Whole Approach store. You’ll find a link to the store just below the list of products. The information provided here is for educational use only and we provide detailed protocol support on the Attogram products only.

If you need some additional guidance putting together a customized program, you may wish to consult with a Naturopathic Doctor to help you decide which remedies are most appropriate for your particular health challenges.

The Whole Approach store is currently in the process of expanding their product selection so stay tuned for new product announcements. Although we can provide very detailed support on the Attogram products, on the other products we provide minimal support in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.



Products to support the urinary system

D-Mannose powder

Unsweetened cranberry juice mixed with water and BioQuest stevina

Tea blends for urinary tract infections or kidney support (i.e. Flora)

Probioplus- orally (increasing dosage helps to prevent urinary tract irritation due to bacterial overgrowth)
UAS DDS Acidophilus


Cantharis 30c homeopathic (for burning sensation related to urinary tract problems)


Products for normalizing vaginal flora or topical yeast irritation
Kolorex creams Kolorex Intimate Care Cream
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St Francis Herb Farm Red Clover Salve
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ProSeed Ouch and Itch Cleansing Spray


Products for detoxification support


Daily Detox Teas I and II
At certain stages of the program, it is not unusual for folks to become temporarily toxic from ‘die off’ symptoms. At this time, it can be helpful to have these detoxifying tea around to help decongest the eliminative organs. You can use a single tea on a regular basis for up to four weeks at a time. After a four week cycle you should take a one week break from it. Or you can use both Daily Detox Tea I and II and cycle them according to the instructions on the package. If your body is extremely toxic, you may need to gradually increase your dosage of these teas, starting with one per day. Daily Detox Tea Original
Daily Detox Tea II Original
Daily Detox Tea Cinnamon

Georges Aloe Vera Juice
This is a clear, tasteless therapeutic drink that supports detoxification while assisting with the healing of the gastro intestinal tract. It is alkalizing and soothing and gently helps to correct digestive discomfort and Leaky Gut. You can drink up to four ounces per day of this clear, tasteless, nourishing drink. Either mix it in with your purge drink or use it alone on an empty stomach. Also, it tastes lovely mixed in with cranberry juice and stevia for a healing treat.
George's Aloe

Zymitol
an all vegetarian, proteolytic enzyme blend, excellent for pain, fibrin or inflammatory conditions. It helps to reduce mucous in the body and can also be helpful for constipation in some cases. This product also helps increase energy by reducing stress on the immune system via the reduction of inflammation.
Zymitol 90 caps
Zymitol 630 caps

Supplements to help reduce allergic reactions


Activin Plus L Opti-Zinc –
Grape seed extract is a powerful antioxidant and that helps to reduce the release of histamine. It works well in conjunction with buffered vitamin C. This is a highly specialized and hard to find, solvent-free form of grape seed extract. Most of the other grapeseed extract products on the market are extracted using toxic chemicals, the residue of which may remain in the product after production. Activin Plus has the added benefit of zinc which is crucial to immune function and therefore further bolsters the body against allergies.
Activin Grape Seed and Zinc

Buffered Vitamin C -
Buffered vitamin C is an excellent support the immune system, support the detoxification process, and reduce allergic reactions. You can take anywhere between two and six per day on a regular basis and you can also use it to lessen an allergic reaction if you have accidentally been exposed to a substance that is a problem for you. Just take three to four capsules as soon after exposure as possible. Even though this is a neutral pH vitamin C, it does still have some bowel loosening properties. Depending on how loose your stools are, you may need to build up your tolerance to it gradually to prevent diarrhea.
Buffered Vitamin C

Supplements to support liver function and digestion –


St Francis Herb Farm Milk Thistle Combo
This is a wonderful, holistic herbal blend that both strengthens and gently supports the detoxification of the liver.Like all o f the Saint Francis Herb Farm blends, the Milk Thistle Combo is designed with herbal and organ synergy in mind. The herbs work together to you’re your detoxification and digstion related organs work together. For sluggish digestion, toxicity related conditions, and constipation, Milk Thistle Combo is a powerful support to consider. A strong, healthy liver = stronger emotional balance, hormonal balance and digestion. St Francis Herb Farm Hepato/ Milk Thistle Combo

Daily Detox Teas I and II
These teas are both supportive to daily liver, kidney and lymphatic drainage. A cycled protocol with these teas provides effective, gentle support to any health improvement program. Instructions for the recommended cycling of these products can be found on the packaging. Daily Detox Tea Original
Daily Detox Tea Original II
Daily Detox Tea Cinnamon

Digesticol
This potent enzyme formula can be very helpful to your energy, immunity and digestive ease. Take Digesticol with each significantly sized snack or meal and take extra if you encounter a food to which you know you are allergic to. Digesticol can sometimes be helpful when you get digestive discomfort after a meal though it’s best taken with the first couple of bites of food. If you have stomach ulcers you should use caution with this product and increase your dosage slowly while carefully observing your response to it. There is a protein digestion enzyme in it that although highly effective at digesting dietary protein, can be irritating to ulcerated tissue if too much is used.
Digesticol 90
Digesticol 210

Canadian Bitters
These bitters make an amazing toner and treatment for a weak digestive system. If you frequently suffer from bloating, gas or feeling of excessive fullness after eating, then this product is one to consider. Used with every meal (15 minutes before), it can dramatically increase your digestive secretions and therefore your digestive efficiency. In the case of indigestion, it can also be used after eating to kick the digestive organs into high gear.
St Francis Herb Farm Canadian Bitters


Supplement for overall nutritional balancing

Good quality multi vitamin/mineral product
Stay tuned at the WA store as Linda is working on bringing in a quality multi-vitamin soon. A capsule that is high in nutrients and low in excipients is your best choice.
Yellow Sun Multi

Calcium/ Magnesium
If you are pre-menopausal or post menopausal, it is important for you to find a really good quality cal/mag to help keep your bones strong. Calcium and magnesium are also extremely beneficial to nervous system and cardiovascular health as well as supportive to the alkalization of the body’s pH.
Yellow Sun Cal Mag Hydroxyapatite

B Complex Vitamins
A multi-B vitamin formula is important for overall immunity, nervous system health, hormonal balance and energy. A B vitamin capsule that is high potency but low in excipients is ideal. Be aware that if your product of choice contains niacin (a form of vitamin B3), that you may experience a harmless, temporary flushing of the skin. This is a normal reaction for folks with low niacin levels and it is caused by an increase in peripheral circulation. If it occurs it will pass within an hour. You can reduce the chances of this by gradually increasing your dosage of B vitamins, eating them with a full sized meal and drinking a glass of cold water with your pills.

Buffered Vitamin C –
This neutral pH helps to reduce allergic reactions to both foods and inhalants. It also acts as an antioxidant to assist the body in neutralizing the extra toxins associated with die-off. Depending on how loose your stools are, you may need to build up your tolerance to it gradually to prevent diarrhea.
Yellow Sun Buffered Vitamin C

Essential Fatty Acids –
Cold, expeller expressed polyunsaturated healing oils like hemp oil, flax oil and pumpkin seed oil (to name a few) - support immune, liver, metabolic, skin and cardiovascular health and more. Flax oil is known to be mildly anti-fungal. Every one on a healthy or healing diet should try to incorporate one to three tablespoons of one of these oils into their diet daily. Flax oil in particular is very rich in omega three and is a good EFA to start with since most of us are deficient in omega three.


Supplements for infection fighting and immune boosting


Astragalus Combo
Want to know how to help keep yourself strong and healthy through the flu season and the challenges of your candida program? Astragalus Combo is a deep immune tonic designed to enhance your body's own protective functions. This product can be used on a daily basis and Echinaseal can be used as a complementary urgent intervention in case of infection even while you are on the Astragalus Combo. For more detailed information about this product please see the online store:
St Francis Astragalus Combo Deep Immune

Echinaseal Infection Fighter
This is a fabulous product to have in your medicine cabinet. At the first sign of cold, flu or infection, start your regimine of this powerful infection fighter and you won't believe it's power! It tastes hot and spicy and it puts up a mean fight against bacteria and viruses.
St Francis Echinaseal

Essential Fatty Acids – like hemp oil, flax oil, pumpkin seed oil - help support immune, liver, metabolic, skin and cardiovascular health and more. Flax oil is known to be mildly anti-fungal. Every one on a healthy or healing diet should try to incorporate one to three tablespoons of one of these oils into their diet daily. Flax oil in particular is very rich in omega three and is a good EFA to start with since most of us are deficient in omega three.


Supplements to help restore regularity and efficient elimination


In the case of sluggish bowels (constipation) - Liver cleansing herbal blends such as Milk Thistle Combo can be highly effective to enhance digestion and elimination. Canadian Bitters are also a fabulous addition to enhance digestion and speed elimination. Milk Thistle Combo Tincture Canadian Bitters January 2004 More Tips for Better Digestion…Canadian Bitters for Better Health Tips for Better Digestion

In cases of stubborn constipation, magnesium can also be used to restore regularity. Use at least equal amounts of calcium to the amount of magnesium you are using. These minerals can be taken together during the day or separate with the magnesium taken during the day and the calcium at night (calcium can induce sleepiness for some). For more instructions/ cautions on this subject and the appropriate use of magnesium, please read the constipation article in the newsletter section. Constipation – A Modern Epidemic


Supplements to support adrenal function and recovery from exhaustion


Licorice (contraindicated for those with high blood pressure), pantothenic acid (along with a high potency b-vitamin blend), vitamin C, Siberian ginseng, adrenal extract and more. It is important to consult with a herbalist or ND before using licorice or ginseng if you have any kind of hormonal imbalance or autoimmune condition.


Supplements to help with Leaky Gut Syndrome

I’ve had many questions about what supplements are the most appropriate to help with Leaky Gut Syndrome (LGS).

There are several important strategies you can utilize to create a healing intestinal environment for recovery from LGS include:
- relaxing before you eat
- -chewing your food for an extended period of time (10-20 chews each bite-full)
- -only eating a diet that is customized for you including only foods that are truly nourishing to you and non-allergenic/irritating to your intestinal tract. Using a food diary, a four (or more) day elimination diet and utilizing electro dermal testing if possible for food sensitivity testing, can all help you to plan a non-irritating, customized diet strategy. The following supplements can also be helpful.

1- Georges Aloe Vera Juice – See the following link for more information: George's Aloe

2- Digesticol – This is a superior quality, advanced formula, high potency digestive support product that is excipient free, and completely vegetarian (including a vegi-cap). Digesticol 90
Digesticol 210


3 - DDS Probioplus Blend by UAS Laboratories – Probioplus is the best probiotic I’ve encountered in my eleven years experience working in the natural products industry. This potent blend of hearty, implantable, human strain intestinal bacteria is a highly effective product for normalizing the environment of both the small and large intestine. DDS acidophilus bacteria produces a natural antibiotic which has been shown to possess a wide range of antimicrobial activity against common food-borne pathogens. It’s ability to inhibit Candida Albicans has been confirmed with clinical studies. This product is also completely vegetarian and contains a small amount of magnesium stearate as it’s only excipient.

Probioplus also helps to maintain proper intestinal pH to encourage the sustenance of healthy flora. Probioplus also contains a healthy quantity of bifidus, the predominant beneficial bacteria in the colon. It is required for the efficient break down of complex carbohydrates including the fibre of beans and grains. Of all the probiotics I’ve ever come across, Probioplus produces the most noticeable, and fast acting benefits.
UAS Probioplus


4 – SBX – releases medium chain fatty acids to help heal the gut. It also boosts immunity which in turn activates the healing process. At the same time it builds your intestinal populations of HSM’s which aggressively consume pathogenic organisms. SBX Soil Based Microorganism

5 – Buffered Vitamin C - is an excellent support for Leaky Gut because of its ability to aid tissue healing. It is also wonderful to boost the immune system, support the detoxification process, and reduce allergic reactions. Depending on how loose your stools are, you may need to build up your tolerance to it gradually to prevent diarrhea though buffered vitamin C is less likely to loosen stools than plain ascorbic acid.
Yellow Sun Buffered Vitamin C

6 – Glutamine – This is a single free form amino acid which helps to repair the lining of the intestines. Preferably use a pure glutamine powder rather than one mixed with excipients. This product can also loosen the stools for some folks so it’s important to increase your dosage slowly.

For more information about optimizing digestion see these articles: January 2004 More Tips for Better Digestion…Canadian Bitters for Better Health Tips for Better Digestion Tips for Better Digestion


Supplements for better mental clarity

Molybdenum – is a trace mineral that has been shown to help neutralize acetaldehyde, one of the main contributing die off related candida by products that contributes to brain fog and concentration problems. Stay tuned to the Whole Approach Store for this one too as Linda is working on bringing in this product.

Glutamine – In addition to being helpful with Leaky Gut Syndrome, this single free form amino acid has been shown to improve mental clarity and memory . Preferably use a pure glutamine powder rather than one mixed with excipients. This product can loosen the stools for some folks and can cause allergic reactions for others so it’s important to increase your dosage slowly.

Niacin (Vitamin B3)- is a B vitamin that is involved in many functions of the body. Our mental health in particular can respond very well to this vitamin. Be aware however, that if you choose to use it in therapeutic doses (50mg to 500 mg a day), it is likely to cause what is called a “niacin flush”. This is a temporary heat and itching produced by the circulation-stimulating properties of the niacin and it is completely harmless though alarming if you are not prepared for it. It feels a bit like the heat of a severe sunburn and it lasts between twenty minutes and one hour. You can minimize it by taking the B3 with a full meal and a glass of cold water. The alternative, flush-free forms of B-3 do not have the same beneficial effect on mental health.

Ginkgo Biloba-is a herb that stimulates circulation to the brain and the peripheries. Be aware that it has several contraindications. If you are on medication, please do your research before deciding to use this herb.

Remember FX-is a concentrated, fractionated extract of American Ginseng that greatly stimulates the production of alertness-enhancing brain nutrients. It is made by Herb Tech. Besides being slightly stimulating, it has no known side effects and has some careful clinical research supporting its effectiveness.

Phosphatidyl Serine- is an extract of soy lecithin which has been clinically proven to enhance memory.

EPA/DHA from fish oil-is supportive to many body functions including mental function.

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