NDF and NDF Plus™: Adults
NDF and NDF Plus™: Children
Mouth Magic™
Liver Life™
CytoFlora™
NDF and NDF Plus™: Adults
Q: What are toxic heavy metals?
Heavy metals is the term used for a group of elements that have particular weight characteristics. They are on the "heavier" end of the periodic table of elements. Some heavy metals - such as copper, iron, manganese, and zinc - are essential to health in trace amounts. Others are non-essential and can be harmful to health in excessive amounts. These include cadmium, thallium antimony, mercury, lead, and arsenic - these last three being the most common in cases of heavy metal toxicity.
Q: Why would I have heavy metal/chemical toxicity?
Since World War II, we have developed more than 80,000 chemicals for use in cleaners, pesticides, plastics, personal care products, industrial products and other conveniences. Recent medical and scientific research is revealing the negative impact these chemicals have on our health. Heavy metal toxicity results from repeated or continuous exposure to toxic heavy metals, leading to an accumulation of the toxic substance in the body. Chronic exposure may result from contaminated food (i.e pesticides, PCB's), air, water, or dust; amalgam fillings, living near a hazardous waste site; spending time in areas with deteriorating lead paint; and many other potential sources. Evaluating your living and working habits may help pinpoint potential heavy metal sources.
Q: How do I know if I have heavy metals in my body?
Currently the most accurate method of detecting metal levels in the body is a Urine Toxic Element Screening using a provocative agent. Please contact Genova Diagnostics for more information on this lab test.
Q: How do I begin my NDF or NDF Plus protocol?
We recommend that you start detox protocol by using Liver Life to insure that your Phase 1 and 2 detox pathways are prepared for detoxification. Dosing of NDF/NDF Plus™ is based on tolerance. We recommend starting out on 3 drops twice a day. Sensitive individuals should start off with 1 drop of NDF Plus™.
Q: Why is it recommended to wait for my urine pH to be 5.5-6.2 before adding in NDF/NDF Plus™?
As you start NDF Plus™, the acids in the body will be excreted at a faster pace. If you are not draining acids already, there is an increased chance for aggravations.
Q: Do I have to use Liver Life™ for NDF/NDF Plus™ to be effective?
The liver needs support during any detox program. You do not have to use Liver Life™ for the NDF Plus™ to work, however it will contribute to more efficient and successful detox protocol. Draining acids in the body, restoring pH, normalizing enzymes and restoring liver functions may enable the dose of NDF Plus™ to be ramped up more quickly. The higher you ramp the NDF Plus™ dose up, the faster toxins can be excreted.
Q: What is the recommended starting dose for NDF of NDF Plus?
3 drops twice a day. Sensitive individuals should begin their protocol with 1 drop an day. Some factors that may influence the tolerance of NDF/NDF Plus™ are; the ability to drain acids from the body, impaired liver functions, level of toxicity, and other supplements being taken. The dose should be high enough so that a positive response is noticed and low enough so there are no aggravations.
Q: What is the maximum dose of NDF Plus?
2 droppers full twice a day is the maximum dose.
Q: How will I know if my dose of NDF or NDF Plus is too high?
Not being able to focus or concentrate and/or an increase in anxiety may be the initial symptoms of a healing crisis. Flu like symptoms, fatigue and skin rashes have also been reported. Monitor your dose
Q: What can I do if I am having a hard time tolerating my dose of NDF/NDF Plus™?
If you are very sensitive, you can put 1 drop of the NDF/NDF Plus™ in a large amount of water and drink this diluted mixture throughout the day. This will insure that you are hydrated while using the NDF/NDF Plus™, which helps to avoid aggravations.
Q: What is a healing crisis?
A healing crisis occurs when the body tries to eliminate large amounts of toxins at a faster rate than the body can eliminate efficiently. It is characterized by symptoms such as fatigue, headache, body aches, skin rash, runny nose, etc. Although, these reactions may indicate that you are eliminating toxins; it also creates unnecessary stress on other systems in the body. Please read the following guidelines if a healing crisis occurs.
Q: What do I do if I have a "healing crisis"?
Stop the NDF/NDF Plus™ and wait until the aggravations go away. Restart at the last dose that was tolerated - stay on that dose for 2 weeks before increasing- then begin to increase dose, as tolerated. If you just started using NDF/NDF Plus™, and are at 1 drop, reintroduce using a diluted dose of NDF/NDF Plus™(as indicated in the Children's brochure). If aggravations persist, activated charcoal can be given.
Q: How long will it take for me to notice results?
Some individuals have reported results after the very first dose. If you do not notice any differences, (i.e less brain fog, more energy) you can begin to slowly ramp up your dose within the first three days.
Q: What benefits have others seen when using NDF/NDF Plus™?
Better focus, more mental clarity, more energy, decreased allergies, improved digestion, restful sleep
Q: How will I know if NDF is decreasing the metal levels in my body?
One of the easiest ways to determine if you are decreasing the metal levels in your body is if you begin to feel better after beginning a NDF protocol. For example, if symptoms or health problems you were experiencing start to subside it would generally be a good indicator that NDF is assisting with decreasing your toxic body burden. A Urine Toxic Elements test can also be taken to see what/how many toxic metals are being excreted. Make sure to include your first two urinations after your dose of NDF/NDF Plus as this is when the majority of toxins will be excreted.
Q: How long do I have to stay on NDF™
A detox protocol with NDF usually takes between 6 to 12 months depending on your individual toxicity and your ability to tolerate ramping up the dose. Since heavy metals, environmental toxins and pollutants are becoming more prevalent, we recommend staying on a maintenance dose of NDF after you have completed a NDF detox protocol. The appropriate maintenance dose is individual and determined by diet, living environment, profession, etc.
Q: If I haven't started probiotics, why do you recommend waiting to add them in?
The Polyflor™ in NDF Plus™ is a cell wall broken (dead) probiotic which clears out the gut and prepares it for re-colonization. We recommend waiting 2-4 weeks from starting NDF Plus™ to re-colonize the gut with live probiotics. However, if you are already on a protocol that includes live probiotics you can continue while including NDF or NDF Plus.
Q: Is NDF/NDF Plus™ safe to use in conjunction with other prescription chelators?
Many have reported using both NDF/NDF Plus™ and prescription chelators together with great results. If given in combination with the NDF™'s, the drugs will go straight for the metals, dislodge them, and then the NDF™'s will increase the elimination in a synergistic way. NDF™ also has the ability to move metals out of the intracellular spaces, which the drugs cannot do. This is why you see an increase in the metals eliminated when you add NDF™ into an existing protocol using prescription chelators.
Q: What other steps can I take towards a successful heavy metal detox protocol?
Educate yourself regarding potential sources of environmental toxins, eat organic foods whenever possible, use natural based household cleaners and detergents, drink plenty of filtered water, test your urine pH on a regular basis to insure that you are draining acids, take steps to create a non-toxic living and working environment
Q: Does it matter how soon you eat after taking NDF/NDF Plus™?
Any supplement is more effective on an empty stomach, and when allowed to digest and assimilate on its own. However, NDF can be taken with food. It may be used to some degree to purify the incoming foods, but that is of benefit as well.
Q: Should other medications be taken with NDF/NDF Plus™?
At the beginning of NDF usage, take it separately so that you can figure out what your maximum dosage is without any confusion that might be generated by additional supplement or medicine effects. Once you know your dose, you can take it with other substances. If a critical care chemical or pharmaceutical drug is in question, take it after the second urination following the dose of NDF and ALWAYS under medical supervision. We know NDF binds to, reduces, or causes the elimination of various chemicals (a great thing) but it may also have this effect on a drug, thus, reducing its effectiveness.
Q: What does NDF do to beneficial minerals?
NDF only binds free minerals that are not already bound and protected by enzyme systems. For example, it will bind to and take free calcium out of the blood but will not take calcium out of the bones and teeth. This means that supplementation with a multi mineral supplement is not required during detox.
NDF and NDF Plus™: Children
Q: Why does everyone start out at the same dose of NDF Plus™? Doesn't age and weight matter?
Dosing of NDF Plus™ is based on tolerance, not age or weight. We recommend kids start out on 1 drop. If your child is very sensitive to other treatments start off with the diluted dose of NDF Plus™, as indicated in the Children's Brochure. Some factors that may influence the tolerance of NDF Plus™ are; their ability to drain acids from the body, liver functions, level of toxicity, and other supplements they are taking. The dose should be high enough so that your child has a positive response and low enough so there are no aggravations.
Q: What is the maximum dose of NDF Plus™?
1 dropperful of NDF Plus™ or 1 dropperful of NDF™, twice a day.
Q: How soon should I see results?
Some parents have reported results after the very first dose. If you don't see any positives one week after starting, the dose may need to be increased. If you see any negatives, the dose needs to be decreased.
Q: Is NDF Plus™ really a chelator?
The chlorella cell wall in NDF™ and NDF Plus™ is a mucopolysaccharide (non-metal) ion exchange resin, and forms both ionic and double bonds with the metals it comes into contact with. It can therefore be thought of as a chelator. NDF Plus™ is manufactured with the exact methodology used to produce a ionic bond, a bond that completely encloses the bound metal material and this in addition to the ion exchange resin in the chlorella cell wall.
Q: If we haven't started probiotics, why do you recommend waiting to add them in?
The Polyflor™ in NDF Plus™ is a cell wall broken (dead) probiotic which clears out the gut and prepares it for re-colonization. We recommend waiting 2-4 weeks from starting NDF Plus™ to re-colonize the gut with live probiotics.
Q: What are the aggravations that I should watch for when I am ramping up my child's dose of NDF Plus™?
Aggression, irritability, frustration, crying, self stimulatory behaviors, not being able to focus or concentrate, rashes, stomach aches, flu like symptoms, worsening of any behaviors, anything that would indicate the child was under stress would be considered an aggravation. Change in stools is not usually considered an aggravation.
Q: What do I do if my child has an aggravation?
Stop the NDF Plus™ and wait until the aggravations go away. Restart at the last dose the child tolerated. If the child just started using NDF Plus™, and is at 1 drop, reintroduce using the diluted dose of NDF Plus™. If aggravations persist, activated charcoal can be given.
Q: What benefits have others seen when using NDF Plus™ with their child?
Better speech, increased communication, more focus, improved social behaviors and ability to do work at school, decrease in sensory issues, increase in abstract thoughts, more calm, decreased allergies, more typical behaviors and more independence.
Q: Do I have to use Liver Life™ to have the NDF Plus™ be effective?
The liver needs support during any detox program. You do not have to use Liver Life™ for the NDF Plus™ to work. But the NDF Plus™ can be more effective by incorporating Liver Life™ into your detox program. Draining acids in the body, restoring pH, normalizing enzymes and restoring liver functions may enable the dose of NDF Plus™ to be ramped up more quickly. The higher you ramp the NDF Plus™ dose up, the faster toxins can be excreted.
Q: Why do I wait for my child's urine pH to be 5.5-6.2 before adding in NDF Plus™?
As you start NDF Plus™, the acids in the body will be excreted at a faster pace. If your child is not draining acids already, there is a higher chance for aggravations.
Q: Is NDF Plus™ safe to give with prescription chelators?
Parents have reported using both NDF Plus™ and prescription chelators together with great results. If given in combination with the NDF™'s, the drugs will go straight for the metals, dislodge them, and then the NDF™'s will increase the elimination in a synergistic way. NDF™ also has the ability to move metals out of the intracellular spaces, which the drugs cannot do. This is why you see an increase in the metals eliminated when you add NDF™ into an existing drug protocol.
Because NDF™'s are natural and whole, they do many beneficial things in the body, many of which are not currently measured. The drugs are an engineered or mechanistic approach, only go after the metals, and are thus easier to measure. However they do create Terrain damage (thus the side effects), whereas NDF™ does not (thus no side effects, or minor healing crisis on overdose.)
Q: Do I have to wait to give my child his other supplements?
It's recommended to wait about 15-30 minutes before giving any other supplements to give the NDF Plus™ time to be absorbed.
Q: What if I can't get my child to drink enough after his dose?
If your child doesn't drink much, we recommend putting your child's current dose of NDF Plus™ in their drink which can be taken throughout the day. This will insure that they are being hydrated while using the NDF Plus™.
Mouth Magic™
Q: What is nano-pearl and how is it anti-inflammatory?
NanoPearl is made from Chinese medicinal grade pearl powder. Pearl powder has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years for: non healing ulcers, fevers, seizures, and skin problems. By putting it through my 'nanonization' process it becomes 100% bio available. It has the power to reduce acids; on it's own it has a pH of 12.8, very alkaline. Acids (bacterial exotoxins from gingivitis for example) irritate and inflame the tissues. It is extremely soothing, both topically and internally. It is also a better source of calcium and magnesium than 'coral calcium'. NanoPearl, though used as one of the ingredients in MouthMagic, is a stand-alone product used to help reduce systemic acidity and restore the alkaline reserve. It does this very effectively.
Liver Life™
Q: Why do I need to start so slow?
If your dosage of Liver Life™ is too high some of the excess acids may not be able to drain efficiently; this may result in a mild healing crisis. Symptoms you or your child may experience as a result of a healing crisis are flu-like symptoms and/or skin rash. If you or your child experiences any of the symptoms listed above lower the dose by half; if symptoms persist supplement 2-3 doses of activated charcoal to absorb excess acids, then continue Liver Life™ protocol at reduced dose.
Q: How long should Liver Life™ be taken?
Liver Life™ should be used until the saliva pH has stabilized between 6.8 and 7.2. Once the pH balance is restored, continue to monitor pH by occasionally (every 2 weeks) testing saliva and urine. This helps to insure the pH is staying in optimal range. Supporting the liver throughout detox is essential to a successful outcome.
In polluted areas, when using poor quality or chlorinated water to cook, bathe in or drink, eating inorganic foods and during emotional stress, when indigestion or mild constipation is present, it is beneficial to take some Liver Life™ a few times a week. This can also be gauged according to pH. If the urine pH is at 5.8, but the saliva is staying out of range (<6.8, >7.2) resume the Liver Life™ as more acids need to be drained.
Q: What positive changes should I expect to see in myself or my child?
As a result of adding Liver Life™ to their child's detox protocol parents have reported better social skills, improved communication, appropriate speech, more focus, better comprehension and ability to do school work, much more calm, consistency in day to day abilities, better absorption of nutrients from foods which enables them to decrease mega doses of vitamins and minerals, decrease in food sensitivities, and better stools.
In adults, positive changes have included improved digestion, restful sleep, increased energy, improved ability to focus and concentrate, improved hormone balance, improved moods, healthier skin tone, and better assimilation of nutrients from food and supplements.
Q: Why does the Liver Life™ protocol say that I need to decrease other supplements as I ramp up the dose?
When the liver is working properly we are more efficient at assimilating nutrients from food. A concentrated supplement may suddenly become too much for your child. During the first week, as you ramp up the dose of Liver Life™, it may be necessary to decrease additional supplements. Our clinical research has shown when the mineral and vitamin supplement doses are reduced by half, children experience more significant gains.
Q: Do I have to use NDF Plus for Liver Life™ to work?
No. Liver Life™ is effective as a single remedy. For the most effective detox, we do recommend beginning any detox protocol with Liver Life™ followed by NDF Plus™.
Q: What other things can be done to help balance pH?
Many foods can assist in restoring pH. Fresh squeezed lemon juice is one of the most effective alkaline forming foods. For additional alkaline forming foods you can go to http://www.essense-of-life.com/info/foodchart.htm.
You can also supplement with sodium, potassium, calcium and magnesium, please consult with your practitioner for the appropriate dosage. Mineral waters are an easy way to support a healthy pH, also using an alkaline booster like Alkazone http://www.toolsforwellness.com/49017.html
Q: Can Liver Life™ be taken at the same time as other supplements?
Yes. However, for maximum efficacy give Liver Life™ 15-20 minutes before other supplements or meals.
Q: Do I need to test urine pH daily?
We recommend checking you or your child's pH daily for first week. After the first week test urine pH about once a week to make sure you are at the proper dose of Liver Life™. Once pH is stabilized, testing once every 2 weeks is advised.
Q: What is the maximum dose of Liver Life™ for Children?
The maximum child dose is determined by weight:
40 pounds or less: 30 drops per day (15 drops, twice a day)
40-75 pounds: 4 ml./squirts per day (2 ml./squirts, twice a day)
75 pounds or more: 6 ml./squirts per day (3 ml./squirts, twice a day)
The maximum dose should not be given as the starting dose of Liver Life™. To avoid regressions and aggravations, it is essential to start with just 1 drop, twice a day. (Follow Liver Life™ protocol for dosing instructions) Starting with a higher dose can sometimes lead to these common symptoms of a 'healing crisis': flu-like congestion and body ache, aggression, irritability, regression in skills, rashes, inability to concentrate, and painful urinations. To insure your child gets the most out of Liver Life™, start slow and ramp the dose up. If, at any time, your child shows aggravations, decrease the dose.
Q: What is the maximum dose of Liver Life™ for Adults?
The maximum adult dose is 6 ml./squirts per day (3 ml./squirts, twice a day).
The maximum dose should not be taken as the starting dose of Liver Life™. To avoid aggravations, it is essential to start with 13 drops, twice a day. (Follow Liver Life™ protocol for dosing instructions) Starting with a higher dose can sometimes lead to these common symptoms of a 'healing crisis': flu-like congestion and body ache, fatigue, restlessness, irritability, mood swings, headaches, inability to concentrate, and overall malaise. To insure you get the most out of Liver Life™, start slow and ramp the dose up. If, at any time, you experience aggravations, decrease the dose.
Q: If pH is in range, can I or my child still benefit from Liver Life™?
Yes. In addition to restoring pH, Liver Life™ decongests the kidneys and liver, normalizes liver enzymes and restores liver functions. Better eye contact, speech, comprehension, social skills, ability to focus, better moods, and increase in conversations have been reported from patients and parents continuing Liver Life™ after a healthy pH balance is restored.
Q: If my child's pH is in range with 2 drops of Liver Life™, do I continue to ramp up the dose?
We've noticed that increasing the dose of Liver Life™ even after the pH's are in range has enabled children to make additional gains. Continue to test the urine pH as you ramp up the dose of Liver Life™.
CytoFlora™
Q: What is CytoFlora?
Cytoflora is a cell wall lysed probiotic tincture that is used to improve gut function and promote a healthy balanced immune response.
Q: How is CytoFlora different than live probiotics?
CytoFlora contains beneficial bacteria that have been cell wall lysed (decimated), releasing the vital substances and nutrients from the cell wall and cytoplasm. These immune system modulators exist inside the cell of healthy bacteria and are not readily available in most probiotic formulas. BioRay’s proprietary manufacturing process makes CytoFlora a unique and potent lysed probiotic tincture. CytoFlora does not promote colonization. It pushes pathogens out of the gastrointestinal tract and colon, and is a food source (prebiotic) for live beneficial bacteria.
Q: What are the ingredients in CytoFlora?
Cell wall lysed lactobacillus rhamnosus, bifidobacteriumbifidum, lactobacillus acidophilus, bifidobacteriuminfantis, bifidobacteriumlongum, streptococcus thermophilus, lactobacillus plantarum, lactobacillus salivarius, lactobacillus reuteri, lactobacillus casei, lactobacillus bulgaricus, lactobacillus acidophilus DDS-1 and lactobacillus sporogenes in a base of rice starch, ascorbic acid 5% and 18% grain neutral spirits as a preservative.
