Dr. Brunner Gut Guard Powder

Dr. Brunner Gut Guard Powder

Gut Guard powder is a digestive health supplement formulated by Dr. Bradley Brunner, Functional Medicine Practitioner. Supporting the health of your gut microbiome is one of the most important things you can do for your health. Unfortunately there are many factors that have a negative impact on our guts – processed foods, GMOs, medications, environmental toxins, chronic stress, poor sleep, and lack of exercise. 

A damaged gut microbiome can cause all sorts of problems, including inflammation and auto-immune disorders. If the damage extends to leaky gut you might experience anxiety, depression, brain fog, mood swings, skin problems, joint pain, muscle aches, fatigue, weight issues, and a damaged immune system. 

Sound depressing? Hold on! You can rebalance your gut microbiome and repair leaky gut with diet, supplements, and stress reduction. No drugs needed – that’s good news!

Dr. Brunner Gut Guard is comprised of four specialized ingredients that support a healthy gut microflora and intestinal barrier integrity. Gut Guard also supports healthy immune function, muscle recovery and performance, and enhances production of short-chain fatty acids. 

• L-Glutamine: This serves as the predominant fuel and nitrogen source for the mucosal lining of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract. L-Glutamine, the most abundant free form amino acid in the body, is very important for maintaining gastrointestinal and stimulated immune cell functioning. It is an important transporter of nitrogen (and carbon) in the body and therefore, is vital in wound healing. 
• Arabinogalactan: This plant compound comes from the North American larch tree, and is a naturally occurring polysaccharide that provides excellent support for GI health. Research suggests that arabinogalactan plays a role in the promotion of gut microflora and may increase beneficial short-chain fatty acid production. It also contributes fermentable fiber to this formula in addition to having immuno-stimulatory properties. 
• Licorice Root Extract (deglycyrrhized): This concentrated extract has been processed to remove glycyrrhizin, which reduces any possible side effects your may have with licorice. It is anti-inflammatory, antispasmotic, and has laxative and soothing effects. Aspirin-induced mucosal damage has been shown to be reduced by administration of deglycyrrhized licorice.*
• Aloe Leaf Extract (standardized to 50% polysaccharides): The aloe leaf extract used in this formula has been processed to remove the aspects of the plant responsible for the bitterness and laxative effect. This well-known herb has been used for thousands of years, and there is much anecdotal evidence that it helps to soothe inflammatory conditions of the gastrointestinal tract. In some individuals, it may increase GI transit time, improve protein digestion and absorption, increase stool bulk, and normalize stool bacteria where high levels of yeasts previously existed. It is perhaps most well-known for healing of damaged epithelial tissue, including the bowel lining.