Slow Motility+ Protocol

Motility is the movement of food from the mouth all the way through your digestive system and out of the body. Slow motility can cause constipation, feelings of incomplete emptying, reflux, heartburn, nausea, burping, belching, and stomach discomfort. The Slow Motility+ Protocol is designed to help turn on motility throughout your digestive system as well as target the pathways critical for an effective gut clean-up process.* Restoring Gut Health is a Process, Not an Event! Silver Fern’s™ 3-Step Plan will guide you through the complete process, but you will see results even in Step 1!   Step 1 – 90 days (Reflux & Motility) Please use the moderate to severe protocol discussed further down if you are dependent on laxatives, magnesium, or enemas for bowel movements, or if you have had constipation issues for longer than 2 months. Step 1 is designed to soothe the stomach, jump start motility, and optimize the intestinal environment. Step 1 may also help: Relieve recent and long-term constipation, reflux, heartburn, nausea, burping, cramping, belching, bloating, gas, feelings of fullness, feelings of not completely emptying, and stomach discomfort* Restore full regularity without the need for future products* Protect the intestinal track barrier against acid* Support healthy stomach acid levels* Prepare the gut for the final phase of the protocol (aka elimination phase)* Long-term constipation damages the colon's motility, neural and hormonal reflexes, and can cause structural changes, leading to impaired peristalsis. Recovery from these issues is typically gradual due to the complex interaction of tissue damage, neural dysfunction, and disrupted feedback mechanisms. It's crucial to be patient! The duration of constipation and stomach issues directly impacts how soon regularity and digestive comfort can return. Step 1 normally requires 90 days for long-term help, and for those with chronic issues, it may take even longer. *  Step 2 - 120 Days - Cleanup Protocol (Click Here for Protocol) The Cleanup step helps rid the body of unwanted microbes living in the stomach, small intestine, and large intestine. These microbes include bad bacteria, fungi, parasites, archaea and yeast. The Cleanup protocol may help with: Clear the gut microbiome of problematic species* Reduce overgrowth of bad bacteria and yeast* Immune responses* Overproduction of gas in the small and large intestine* Step 3 - 120 Days - Build Up Protocol (Click Here for Protocol) Now that your system is turned on and you’ve cleaned it up, it's time to rebuild the microbiome with good bacteria and keystone species. A true gut restoration needs to go beyond simply increasing the presence of Lactobacillus and Bifidobacterium strains. It needs to create an environment that is inhospitable to bad microbes and provides a nurturing niche for good species. The Build-Up step does just that! It may help with: Building back key bacterial types for a healthy microbiome and immune system* Increasing production of short-chain fatty acids for a healthy gut barrier* Strengthening the immune system Step 1 Reflux & Motility 90-Day Protocol to Help Restore Comfort and Regularity* Mild Constipation Issues - For those not dependent on laxatives or that have regular bowel movements but do not feel like they have complete evacuation. REFLUX (1 bottle) - 1 scoop per day with a meal (preferably in the morning) MOTILITY (1 bottle) - 2 capsules per day with a meal (preferably in the morning) Moderate to Severe Constipation Issues - For those that use the bathroom every 3 to 7 days if not using laxatives, are dependent on laxatives or magnesium for bowel movements, or that have had constipation issues for longer than 2 months. REFLUX (2 bottles) - 1 scoop in the morning and 1 scoop in the evening per day with a meal MOTILITY (2 bottles) - 2 capsules in the morning and 2 capsules in the evening per day with a meal Reflux - Mucosal Support's Key Ingredient and Its Role: Mucosave® The key ingredient in Silver Fern’s Reflux is MucoSave® FG, it can help reflux and heartburn issues, improve digestive function, and repair the protective mucosal layer of the digestive tract. It helps with acid balance and is key to supporting regularity, proper gut barrier function, and nutrient absorption in the gut.*  Reflux can help: Improve regularity* Support the small intestinal barrier for proper DAO enzyme production* Improve nutrient absorption* Dosing: Take 1 scoop per day, best taken after a meal. Mix with 2-12 ounces or a beverage of your choice. Full Product Description Motility's Ingredients and their role: Motility is a powerful combination of three key ingredients that can help stimulate peristalsis (the motion in the system that causes movement) and helps with the many minute details that are frequently skipped with other slow motility products.* Artichoke Leaf Extract: The specialized artichoke leaf extract in Motility helps with bile acid secretion. Bile acids modulate gastric emptying as well as small and large intestinal colonic motility.* Tender Okra Pods Okra pods contain mucilage, a gelatinous substance that can help soothe and support the protective barrier in the gut known as the mucosal barrier.* Winter Cherry (ashwagandha): Winter cherry can help the body more effectively manage everyday stress and improve serotonin signaling, both of which play an important role in proper gut motility.* Motility may help: Promote bile acid secretion* Maintain peristalsis, the wave-like motion that pushes material through digestion* Support comfortable transit and ease of evacuation* Lower cortisol levels and helps reduce symptoms of everyday stress* Improve serotonin levels which in turn promotes motility* Dosing: Take 2 capsules per day with water. Full Product Description Reflux & Motility Together Together these products are extremely effective at helping with reflux, heartburn, and stomach issues. Except for a few rare circumstances (ZES, obstructions, and chronic kidney failure), stomach issues are not actually caused by too much stomach acid. Whether it’s reflux, heartburn, indigestion, or some other digestive issue, we find that effectively supporting with the following three areas helps the most: (1) Build up the stomach barrier to protect against acid (2) Supporting normal stomach acid production (3) Improve gastric emptying (motility) to reduce the pressure and volume in the abdomen We recommend following this first step for at least 90 days. This is the timeframe required to jumpstart motility and reprogram your body to function independently after completion of the protocol. Discontinuing the protocol prematurely may cause you to revert to where you started.* Slow Motility+ Protocol Tips While most people see results within the first few weeks, please give Step 1 60 to 90 days to help with constipation, reflux, heartburn, and other digestive discomforts. Motility is not a laxative, and neither Reflux nor Motility will inhibit or block acid. If you have immediate needs for help with constipation, reflux, or heartburn issues, please see your doctor and talk with them about the appropriate options for you.* You may have constipation along with diarrhea and loose stools issues. This is not uncommon as slow motility issues can cause diarrhea and loose stools. We have found that starting with motility first is the most effective way to resolve both issues. If you are concerned about Stevia, monk fruit, or natural flavors, you may replace Reflux in this protocol with Regularity. Regularity contains the same key MucoSave® ingredient as Reflux. Replace 1 scoop of Reflux with 1 capsule of Regularity.  You must open the capsules of Regularity to add into a food or drink of your choice for it to be effective. It is critical for MucoSave® to be able to coat the esophagus and stomach.  Opening the capsule and pouring it into a liquid is the preferred delivery method as this will maximize the contact area with the stomach. Reflux can be added to juice, food, drinks, smoothies, or water according to your preference. As your regularity returns, laxatives may cause diarrhea and loose stools. This is an indication that you may no longer need laxatives. Please do not take Motility at the same time of day as laxatives and remember that high doses of caffeine can also act as laxatives. If you are taking acid blockers, Reflux and acid blockers may be consumed together. Please allow 2 to 4 weeks for the first signs of stomach issues lessening.  If you have been on Motility for several weeks and you find that your stools are the consistency of “soft-serve ice cream,” please consider adding more fiber to your diet to help give your stool more form. Fiber deficiency will affect the quality of your regularity. Sensitive Gut Fiber is a low FODMAP prebiotic fiber that can help with constipation and regularity. If you have slow stomach emptying issues, please wait until the feelings of fullness have been gone for 2 weeks before adding fiber to your diet. Fiber may make people with slow gastric emptying feel worse.  Vitamins and enzymes that do not make you feel nauseous or uncomfortable are fine to take during all stages of the protocols.  Please always consult your doctor or physician before taking these or any other supplements. MucoSave® in Reflux provides a rapid gel-like coating to the digestive system. This immediate change in the microbiome may some cause gas and bloating. If this occurs, reduce the dose of Reflux for a week then build back to normal doses as your system allows.  If your reflux and heartburn issues persist after 90 days of taking Reflux and Motility, please consider the following options: Your reflux and heartburn issues may stem from bacterial imbalances in the stomach. Bacterial imbalances may cause gastritis and low stomach acid, H. pylori overgrowth, for example, has been shown to cause reflux and heartburn. Please consider doing the Pathogen Protocol after Reflux + Motility if reflux and heartburn issues persist. A hiatal hernia is when the stomach bulges through the diaphragm. A hiatal hernia can result in a retention of acid that can back up into the esophagus causing reflux and heartburn. Dietary Supplements cannot repair a hiatal hernia.  Please see a medical professional if you believe you have a hiatal hernia. Reducing upper abdominal pressure may help prevent a hiatal hernia from worsening, and therefore help with the reflux and heartburn caused by a hiatal hernia, but they will never resolve a hiatal hernia.  Common Slow Motility+ Protocol Questions: You may have many questions about how this protocol may or may not help. Everyone has different circumstances with different problems and concerns. The underlying causes for many different health and gut issues come from the same four key areas: (1) Microbial imbalances (2) Stomach and gut barrier issues including gut permeability  (3) Inflammation (4) Malfunctioning immune system These core issues may be responsible for histamine intolerance, food intolerances, food sensitivities, food allergies, allergies, asthma, autoimmune concerns, skin issues, mood issues, nutrient absorption metabolic issues, NAFLD, pancreatitis, and more. The Slow Motility+ protocol was designed to help with a variety of digestive issues. Diet Everyone’s circumstances are different, and we are also aware that overly strict diets are likely to fail. Here are some general guidelines and suggestions for a balanced approach to your diet during this protocol. Reduce or eliminate eating fast food and heavily processed foods Reduce or eliminate the use of alcohol Reduce or eliminate the use of artificial sweeteners Reduce or eliminate consuming sugary foods, treats, and drinks If you are on a low FODMAP diet, please reduce or eliminate FODMAP foods until you are 3 to 4 months into the Build Up protocol (after the Cleanup Protocol) If a food causes you discomfort now, please reduce or eliminate it until you are into the Build Up Protocol With all of that said, we find balance is helpful. We suggest you consider a balanced approach to your diet. If you need a “cheat” meal or snack we understand.  If you do, we recommend taking enzymes that may help your system handle it better. Side Effects: Always consult with your doctor or physician about any interactions any supplement may have with your medications or health history. Some customers experience gas and bloating when taking Reflux, this is typically only temporary. MucoSave™ is a prebiotic which your body may need to adjust to. Our experience shows that these issues go away as your microbiome adapts to this new prebiotic. If you experience any of these symptoms, we recommend reducing the dosing of Reflux as needed.  As your body adjusts you can then slowly increase the dosing back to the originally suggested amount.  Allergic reactions are not common. If you have skin irritations or other signs of allergies from these products or any products stop using them immediately and consult your doctor. How Do You Know If You Are Taking a Laxative? MiraLAX®, Ducolax®, Senokot®, and Milk of Magnesia are commonly known laxatives. Laxatives you may not be aware of: Magnesium citrate Magnesium hydroxide Magnesium carbonate High doses of vitamin C Senna Cascara sagrada Aloe vera (mild laxative) Caffeine (mild laxative effect) * These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.