1. GASTROINTESTINAL HEALTH
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GASTROINTESTINAL HEALTH

2. What Is the GI?
The gastrointestinal system, or GI for short, includes all the organs related to the digestion and absorption of food. There are two main parts to this system. The first is basically a continuous tube with two openings, the mouth and the anus. This continuous tube is called the digestive tract. The other part includes all the accessory organs of the GI including the teeth, tongue, salivary glands, liver/gallbladder and pancreas.

3. What Does It Do? DIGESTION Foods: Are broken down into: Glucose Fatty
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DIGESTION
The gastrointestinal system has two primary functions: first, the breakdown or digestion of food and second, absorption of nutrients. Digestion of food includes mechanical and chemical digestion. This means that food is first broken down into smaller pieces in the mouth and stomach (mechanical digestion). As food then moves lower into the digestive tract, it is completely broken down into its simplest components, namely glucose, amino acids, fatty acids and vitamins and minerals (chemical digestion). Each of these nutrients, glucose, amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins and minerals all play a significant role in every bodily function. In fact, as soon as cells lose any of their capacity to produce energy for the body, the result is a decline in health. Hence, a healthy GI system is imperative to the body’s overall performance.
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4. Factors of GI Health
A healthy lifestyle, good food choices and appropriate supplementation, including essential oils, all contribute to gastrointestinal health.
What determines the health of the gastrointestinal system? While it may seem simplistic, a few simple factors can help you to maintain gastrointestinal health. A healthy lifestyle, good food choices and supplementation including essential oils can all help support gastrointestinal health. When considering lifestyle, reducing feelings of stress can help to maintain proper GI function. Regular exercise can also help food to move smoothly through the digestive tract.

5. Benefits of GI Health
A healthy digestive system can reduce normal discomforts associated with digestion and may improve nutritional status.
Maintaining gastrointestinal health can reduce the normal discomforts that come with digesting food. Furthermore, a healthy digestive tract is better able to break down food and absorb critical nutrients: gastrointestinal health can actually improve nutritional status. Proper nutrient levels can impact every aspect of the body’s function, from the integrity of body tissues and their function, to the levels of neural transmitters found in the body.

6. Daily Support vs. Targeted Support
When talking about GI health, it can be useful to look at what can be done on a daily basis and what might be on more of an as needed basis to promote and maintain a healthier GI.

7. dōTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack
As with the other body systems, the foundation of GI health is built upon proper nutrition. For this reason, the doTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack plays an indispensable role in achieving and maintaining GI health.* The doTERRA Lifelong Vitality Pack consists of three nutritional supplements: Microplex MVp, xEO Mega and Alpha CRS+. Microplex MVp Food Nutrient Complex provides a balanced formula of bioavailable vitamins and minerals to address nutrient deficiencies and support healthy metabolism and cellular energy.* xEO Mega is a proprietary blend of omega fatty acids and CPTG essential oils to support many crucial bodily processes, including immune function.* Lastly Alpha CRS+ Cellular Vitality Complex is an innovative combination of botanical extracts that support healthy cell function and cellular energy.* Together these supplements provide the nutrients vital to maintain your health and are the perfect foundation for any GI health program.*
*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.

8. dōTERRA DigestZen Products
Occasional digestive upset can stem from many causes, including exposing our GI tract to toxins, to consuming too much food, or consuming the wrong foods. To help you promote better digestive health by supporting the very structures involved in digestion, doTERRA has created the DigestZen line of products.* Each product can play an important role in supporting GI health.* In the following slides, we will look more closely at each product and discuss guidelines for use.
*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.

9. dōTERRA DigestZen TerraZyme
Enzymes are specialized proteins that function as catalysts in almost all cellular functions throughout the body. Enzymes are also necessary for digesting food nutrients and converting those nutrients into cellular energy. Raw, unprocessed foods contain enzymes, called food enzymes, that help break down nutrients during digestion. However, when food is cooked and processed, these naturally occurring food enzymes can be destroyed. The pasteurization, sterilization, radiation, preservation, freezing, and microwaving of our modern food supply can render food enzymes inactive or alter their structure so much that they become useless to the body. Food processing can also remove important vitamin and mineral cofactors of enzymatic chemistry in the body.
DigestZen TerraZyme is a proprietary blend of 10 active whole-food enzymes that are often deficient in cooked, processed, and preservative laden foods. DigestZen TerraZyme includes a variety of whole-food enzymes that help with digestion of proteins, fats, complex carbohydrates, sugars, fiber, and other food nutrients.* The powerful combination of whole-food enzymes in TerraZyme supports optimal health by promoting more efficient digestion of food nutrients.* DigestZen TerraZyme can also be used as targeted support for specific food intolerances of proteins, fats, and carbohydrates, such as lactose.* Terrazyme supports healthy digestion and metabolism of enzyme-deficient, processed foods while also promoting gastrointestinal comfort and food tolerance.*
Take one to three vegetable capsules with meals throughout the day. If your meal includes lots of fresh, raw foods, take one capsule. If your meal includes highly processed, cooked foods or food products known to cause specific GI discomfort, take two to three capsules with meal. (Tip: This is an ideal place to share how you use TerraZyme and how much you may use it with certain meals. Your personal experience can help those you are sharing with better understand how this product can impact their lives.)
*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.

10. Essential Tip
Take a capsule of TerraZyme with a meal that contains “problem” foods.
Here’s an essential tip for better digestive health. When eating meals that contain “problem” foods, whether that is dairy, or other protein, fat or carbohydrate intolerances, take at least one capsule of TerraZyme.* The blend of whole-food enzymes in TerraZyme can help your body to efficiently digest these foods.* Because each person’s body is different, you may need more than one capsule of TerraZyme to experience more comfortable digestion; experiment to find out what your specific needs are, or consult your physician.

11. dōTERRA GX Assist
One of the most important factors in digestive health is the status of the gut microflora. Gut microflora refers the trillions of “friendly-microorganisms” that form a natural ecosystem within the gut. These microflora serve a number of different purposes. The friendly-flora help maintain digestive efficiency, produce enzymes that break down proteins into usable amino acids, help the body produce and metabolize a number of different vitamins, and are key in the transportation of vitamins and minerals through the intestinal wall and into the bloodstream. Healthy gut microflora can be damaged by unhealthy dietary choices, stress, physical exertion and toxins in our diet.
GX Assist is designed to help assist in restoring proper microflora populations while purifying and cleansing the digestive system with a proprietary blend of doTERRA CPTG Oregano, Melaleuca, Lemon, Lemongrass, Peppermint and Thyme oils.* GX Assist also contains caprylic acid, a fatty acid naturally derived from coconut oil that has been used for over 40 years to support digestive health and microbial balance of the digestive tract. It is the first step in an essential oil digestive maintenance program.* GX Assist should be taken for ten days, one softgel per meal, up to three per day. Begin with a single softgel each day and work upwards of that to assess the amount of GX Assist your body will tolerate comfortably.
*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.

12. dōTERRA PB Assist +
After using GX Assist for 10 days, the digestive system is primed to support a healthy population of intestinal microflora.* This is where PB Assist+ can help. Though it can be taken without first using GX Assist, it is recommended that PB Assist+ be taken after using GX Assist because the purifying effects of GX Assist can help provide an optimal environment for GI microflora to flourish.
Again, GI microflora are beneficial in a number of ways. When healthy colonies of friendly bacteria are present in the intestine, they help maintain a positive balance and proliferation of beneficial bacteria, while preventing the adherence and colonization of other “bad” microorganisms that can challenge our health and wellbeing. Without a thriving probiotic environment that fosters the growth of these microbiota, less-friendly microbes have free reign to stress the gastrointestinal tract. And don’t forgot just how critical intestinal microflora is in the breakdown and absorption of food nutrients, as we just discussed.
dōTERRA PB Assist+ is a proprietary blend of six active strains of friendly probiotic microorganisms that support healthy colonies of friendly microflora in the gut.* Each of these proprietary strains has been demonstrated to have superior propensity for intestinal adhesion and colonization.* PB Assist+ employs a unique double-layer capsule delivery system that provides a short-chain FOS pre-biotic fiber in the outer capsule and a time-release inner capsule providing active probiotic cultures. FOS, or fructooligosaccharides, are indigestible fibers that are found in fruits and vegetables that have the ability to selectively promote the growth of friendly bacteria. Inside the outer capsule delivering the pre-biotic FOS is a small inner capsule with 6 billion CFU (Colony Forming Units) of six active strains of lacto- and bifido-probiotic cultures. The time-release inner capsule is designed to help protect the probiotic cultures from the harsh environment of the stomach delivering the active benefits of the cultures to the site of adhesion in the intestinal tract. The combination of pre-biotic FOS and active probiotic cultures in a single delivery system represents a comprehensive intestinal flora support system that is safe and effective.
Take one double-layer capsule three times daily with food for 10 days each month to promote colonization of friendly digestive flora.* PB Assist+ can be used more frequently and for extended periods of time when digestive flora has been compromised by digestive stressors. PB Assist+ also may be used when traveling to boost digestive immunities, or once a day as an ongoing maintenance program for people with occasional digestive discomfort.*
*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.

13. dōTERRA Zendocrine Products
In digestion, the liver is an indispensable organ. It produces a compound that is concentrated into bile that helps to break down fats within the small intestine. The liver also plays a primary role in detoxifying the body. However, the constant exposure of the liver to toxins can eventually impact the ability of the liver to function properly.
doTERRA’s Zendocrine is a proprietary blend of essential oils designed to help support the detoxifying functions of the liver, kidneys, colon, lungs and skin and support these organs’ own capacity to rid themselves of stored toxic waste products.* It is available as an essential oil blend, essential oil blend softgel or as a whole-food extract blend called the Zendocrine Detoxification Complex. Each whole-food botanical extract or essential oil in these three products was selected specifically to support organ capacity to both provide protective cleansing and filtering functions for the body and to support the organ’s own capacity to rid itself of stored toxic waste products.* This is important for whole body wellness, but also carries specific benefits in the context of digestive health: as digestive organs, such as the liver, are cleansed, they may be better able to perform their specific digestive functions.
You might ask what is different between the Zendocrine Detoxification Complex and the blended oil/softgels. Most simply, the complex is a blend of whole-food extracts while the Zendocrine essential blend is a blend of essential oils. Both are formulated with ingredients that have been used traditionally to support the liver and therefore support detoxification programs, but the mechanism by which they affect the body is different.* Both the oil and the complex will offer health benefits and it may be advisable to try both products to see which product you prefer. Because both products use different ingredients to support the liver and detoxification, taking the two products (oil blend/softgels and complex) may offer additional benefits.*
For those concerned about the long-term health of their liver, kidneys, colon, lungs, and skin, Zendocrine may be taken daily throughout the year, or may be taken as part of a “cleanse” of shorter duration.* Two capsules or softgels daily, one each with morning and evening meals, along with a diet based on whole nutrient-dense food will support normal self-detoxification functions of the liver and other cleansing organs.* Alternatively, the essential oil blend can be mixed into water or any other fluid and be taken orally with a morning and evening meal. By supporting the liver’s function, you can help increase and maintain digestive health.
*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.

14. dōTERRA TrimShake and Fiber
Another very important factor in the health of the digestive system is the consumption of dietary fiber. Dietary fiber helps to keep food and stools moving smoothly and regularly through the digestive tract. There are two types of fiber included under the umbrella term “dietary fiber,” namely, soluble and insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber dissolves in water while insoluble fiber does not and promotes the movement of food materials through your GI tract. The problem is that with our overly-processed modern diets, dietary fiber is often lacking and far below the recommended intake of grams per day (depending on gender and age). Great sources of dietary fiber include whole-grain products, fruits, vegetables, beans and other legumes, as well as nuts and seeds.
To help you supply your digestive tract with the appropriate level of dietary fiber, Slim & Sassy TrimShakes contain 2.5 grams of dietary fiber per scoop while the V-shake contains 4 grams of dietary fiber in scoop. This can be a great way to augment the amount of fiber you get everyday. When mixed as part of a healthy green shake or smoothie, the dietary content of your TrimShake can further increase and help you to reach daily recommendations, which can improve the health of your digestive tract.* So even if you’re not trying to lose weight, TrimShakes can still contribute powerfully to your wellness.* For delicious recipes, visit doterrablog.com and search for “TrimShakes.”
*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.

15. dōTERRA DigestZen & DigestZen Softgels
Now that we have talked about foundational principles that can be used daily to promote a healthier gastrointestinal system, let’s talk a little a bit about more focused, targeted strategies. Let’s face it, even with the most comprehensive daily regimen, there will still be occasional indigestion, stomach upset, bowel looseness, and gas or bloating. While these discomforts can be frustrating, there are a number of natural products that can help ease digestive discomfort.
doTERRA’s DigestZen essential oil blend and DigestZen softgels were formulated specifically to support digestion, sooth stomach upset and maintain overall digestive health.* Known as dōTERRA’s “tummy tamer” blend, this unique blend contains Ginger, Fennel, and Coriander to help ease occasional stomach discomfort, including motion sickness and occasional indigestion, while Peppermint, Tarragon, Anise, and Caraway aid with digestion and help maintain a healthy gastrointestinal tract.* DigestZen is great to have on hand when stomach upset occurs and is safe and effective. DigestZen is a healthy, natural, and gentle way to soothe an upset stomach or maintain a healthy digestive system.*
DigestZen softgels contain the exact same blend of essential oils as the DigestZen oil blend, but are simply preformed into softgels for convenient, consistent delivery of this essential oil blend. Each softgel contains 2 drops of the proprietary DigestZen essential oil blend. These are perfect on-the-go and when convenience is key.
There are many ways to use DigestZen essential oil, but here a few suggestions. Add a few drops to water to take internally or rub on the stomach (or soles of the feet) before flying or taking a road trip for a calming aroma. Have DigestZen on hand when enjoying heavy holiday meals to promote digestion.* Take DigestZen when trying new foods or traveling to soothe occasional stomach upset.* Add a few drops to water and take internally to ease looseness of bowels.* All internal applications the oil blend or softgels can be used interchangeably.
*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.

16. dōTERRA DigestTab
Many digestive discomforts come with the indistinguishable nuisance of occasional heartburn. DigestTab is a calcium carbonate tablet infused with DigestZen Digestive Blend to deliver the benefits of digestion-supportive essential oils as well as the acid-neutralizing benefits of calcium carbonate.* Calcium carbonate, which comes from natural mineral sources, helps maintain stomach acid balance by neutralizing excess acid in the stomach.* This helps relieve the discomfort caused by occasional acidity such as heartburn, indigestion, and flatulence.* The specially designed calcium carbonate in DigestTabs is less chalky than many similar products on the market and much easier to chew and swallow.
DigestTab can be taken with or between meals as needed for relief from occasional stomach upset, indigestion, and heartburn.
*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.

17. dōTERRA Essential Oils
Aside from the DigestZen essential oil blend, there are also a number of single essential oils that can support healthy digestion, namely, Black pepper, Cardamom, Cassia, Cilantro, Coriander, Cumin, Dill, Fennel, Ginger, Lemon, Lemongrass, Oregano, Peppermint, Rosemary and Spearmint. All of these oils will help promote healthy digestion. However, some essential oils offer especially powerful gastrointestinal benefits.
Cardamom, used throughout the culinary world for its tantalizing taste and aroma, can also support gastrointestinal health.* It may help ease occasional indigestion and maintain gastrointestinal health.* It can also be taken internally to help alleviate occasional feelings of stomach discomfort.*
Ginger and Peppermint, with a longstanding of traditional use, are more often recognized for the digestive benefits they offer. Both may help to reduce bloating, gas and occasional indigestion.* Ginger in particular can be useful because it may help reduce occasional nausea.* Peppermint is also useful when taken within a Veggie Capsule to alleviate occasional stomach upset.*
Spearmint offers many of the same benefits that Peppermint does, but is chemically very different from Peppermint, making it a milder option to use on children.*
All of the essential oils mentioned in this slide can be used powerfully in an internal use model. They can be taken by adding a few drops to a glass of water or within a Veggie Capsule. They can also be added to shakes or food for internal use.
*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.

18. RECAP: Gastrointestinal health relies on a number of factors
• Healthy lifestyle
• Proper nutrition
• Supplementation
To recap what we have learned today, gastrointestinal health relies on a number of factors. A healthy lifestyle is important and should include regular exercise and ways to manage feelings of stress. Proper nutrition in indispensable to GI health and it is often necessary to supplement nutrition with high quality multivitamins, fiber, probiotics, etc. Finally, supplementation with appropriate essential oils can provide targeted relief of occasional digestive discomforts.
Conclusion:
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