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Frequently asked questions

How much SPECTRA 12^TM should one eat when beginning the product?

In order to have a very positive experience with SPECTRA 12^TM and insure minimal discomfort while repopulating the gastrointestinal tract with optimal amounts of live cell probiotic lactobacillus it is best to adhere to the following regime:

Day 1 to 3 - Take ¼ teaspoon once a day. (If this is causing any discomfort, cut back to one eighth of a teaspoon.
Day 4 to 7 - You may now increase your daily serving size to ½ a teaspoon a day. If this causes any discomfort, go back to ¼ teaspoon a day for at least a week.
Day 8 to 14 - Increase your daily serving size to ¾ of a teaspoon a day.
Day 15 to 30 - Increase your daily serving size to 1 level teaspoon a day. Once your body is used to a fully and healthfully repopulated GI Tract, you may take up to 2 additional servings a day (single level teaspoons).

How do I mix the SPECTRA 12^TM food powder?

Either with a full glass of water or juice; or sprinkle on your salad. SPECTRA 12^TM has a distinctly "green" taste that some may find difficult to accept. These people will appreciate the juice method.

How much SPECTRA 12^TM should a small child eat daily?

Start at a one eighth of a teaspoon daily and work up slowly to a quarter of a teaspoon daily.

How long do I need to take the product?

SPECTRA 12^TM is a food. You may eat it once a day, or even three times a day, or whenever you feel hungry.

Is it necessary to take vitamin and mineral supplements if I eat SPECTRA 12^TM daily?

The 17 whole foods (STAFFS of LIFE) that comprise SPECTRA 12^TM formula offer over a substantial number of naturally-occurring vitamins, minerals, amino acids, phytonutrients and glyconutrients, however it is not intended to replace supplements such as vitamins, minerals, MSM, Glucosamine Sulphate, Saw Palmetto, etc.

How should I store my product?

For the ultimate protection of the naturally occurring nutrients and the overall efficacy of the probiotic bacteria, it should be refrigerated just like any other perishable food. If this presents a problem then keep it in a cool and dark place such as the pantry or cold room. If you are traveling by car in the summer months, then keep SPECTRA 12^TM with you in the air-conditioned cab of the vehicle. In the winter months, the trunk of the car will do just fine. Prolonged temperatures of over 55 degrees Celsius will destroy the probiotics.

Why would eating SPECTRA 12^TM initially make me feel sick to my stomach, and/or cause me to have mild stomach cramps or headaches?

The gas and bloating you may feel in the beginning is normal. It is caused by the breakdown and elimination of the harmful bacteria and the fermentation of the good (probiotic) bacteria.

If gas or bloating persists, reduce the amount of SPECTRA 12^TM you are eating and slowly build up to the recommended daily serving size. This should make your digestive system more comfortable. Mild headaches are also a result of this detoxification, as might be constipation or diarrhea.

Some people actually experience what is called a “healing crisis.” They are likely very toxic from the effects of prescription drugs, bad eating habits and the accumulation of toxic chemicals over the years. Once the body starts to receive a broad spectrum of nutrients and the good bacteria commence to balance the bacteria populations in your system, the body may start several corrective processes within its own biology – the result of which can be a general flu like feeling or mild headaches. This is a good sign. It means the body is detoxifying itself and effecting repairs.

What exactly are are probiotics?

Probiotics means "for life" (verus antibiotics//against) and this name is now commonly used to refer to concentrated supplements of beneficial or good bacteria taken by humans and animals. Modern medicine now knows what maladies are caused by pathogenic (harmful) bacteria, and doctors have typically utilized antibiotics to destroy them. However, antibiotics don't work as well as they used to, and some bacteria survive all antibiotics. We now need Probiotic supplementation - the good friendly bacteria - to promote the body's natural immunity, keep us healthy and help our digestion.

Our gastrointestinal tract is home to more than 400 different species of bacteria, and when we are in good supply, they should account for 3 to 4 pounds of our body weight. This is a large quantity of working bacteria, which perform very important functions in our body - from the mouth all the way down to the rectum. We live in harmony with them and they provide us with an excellent service if they are given a reasonable diet and kept in good health. That is why we manufacture our proprietary probiotic component in a base of whole foods – we insure a food source for them, and the best possible conditions for survival. These same nutrients are also bio-potentiated and available to you, and that is key factor in what makes SPECTRA 12^TM so beneficial to your system.

What if I am taking antibiotics – should I stop eating SPECTRA 12^TM?

During antibiotic therapy, you should eat SPECTRA 12^TM at least twice day, as the antibiotics are destroying massive amounts of friendly bacteria as well. Remember: These probiotic bacteria are the guard on the front line of the autoimmune system. Extra SPECTRA 12^TM should be consumed for a week to a month beyond the antibiotic treatment period to replenish any beneficial bacteria lost during antibiotic use. SPECTRA 12^TM does not interfere with the effectiveness of antibiotics.

SPECTRA 12^TM should be taken as far away from the antibiotics as possible. For example, if the antibiotics are to be taken every eight hours, SPECTRA 12^TM should be taken four hours after the antibiotics.

Will SPECTRA 12^TM have any adverse effect on other medications I may be taking?

SPECTRA 12^TM is a food, and as such, should not adversely affect any medication you are taking, any more than a helping of salad would. However, if you are on medication now, or suffering with a diagnosed malady of some sort, it is always wise to consult with your physician before adding anything new to your diet.

Can a person with lactose or wheat intolerance eat SPECTRA 12^TM?

SPECTRA 12^TM is lactose and gluten free. Normally, a person with wheat intolerance has difficulty breaking down the protein known as gluten.

The Green Wheat Grass in SPECTRA 12^TM is the early wheat plant and not the mature cereal crop. Further, it has been pre-digested by the bacteria hence you do not have this problem. In many instances once the friendly bacteria are replaced, all manner of previous food intolerances disappear, as the body is capable of manufacturing the correct enzymes to metabolize these foods.

If I am allergic to one of the ingredients in SPECTRA 12^TM, should I still eat it?

All the ingredients in SPECTRA 12^TM have been pre-digested by our proprietary lactobacillus culture, and this means that the lion share of the work your digestive system would have had to do is done already. That is why many people with allergies to one or more of the ingredients in SPECTRA 12^TM can still eat the product.

Even if you are initially lacking the correct digestive enzymes (the cause of most intolerances/allergies) the formula is digestible without discomfort. However it is prudent to eat a small amount and see how your body responds. Most allergies to foods are the result of the improper balance of bacteria in your intestinal tract. You may find after using the product that these allergies disappear.

Does SPECTRA 12^TM contain fish, nuts, or meat derived proteins?

No. Bonus: The Spirulina and Flaxseed components make SPECTRA 12^TM one of the richest sources of the Essential Fatty Acids (Omega 3 and Omega 6) as well as all 20 amino acids.

Where does the probiotic bacteria used in SPECTRA 12^TM come from?

Our probiotic bacteria are sourced only from organic fruits and vegetables, as opposed to many other probiotic supplements which use fecal material sourced probiotics.

Where do you manufacture SPECTRA 12^TM?

SPECTRA 12^TM is manufactured in Australia. All ingredients come from Certified Organic farms and we guarantee that no genetically engineered seed has been used.

Can I give this product to my pets, and how much would I give them?

Pets such as cats, dogs, horses and even birds, do very well with the product, and animals with severe conditions such as arthritis, will benefit greatly from the probiotics in SPECTRA 12^TM. Give your cats and dogs just a “pinch” everyday – whatever you can hold between two fingers. The serving size for a horse would be the same as for a human being.

REFERENCES:

• Jensen, Bernard. Dr. Jensen's Guide to Better Bowel Care. BJ International/Avery, New York, NY 1999.
• Wolfson, David N.D. "A Probiotics Primer" Nutrition Science News, Vol. 4, No. 6, June, 1999.
• Puhn, Adele. Healing from the Inside Out. Ballantine, New York, NY, 1998.

DISCLAIMER

This information is provided for general educational purposes only. It is not intended to replace competent health care advice received from a knowledgeable healthcare professional. You are urged to seek healthcare advice for the treatment of any illness or disease.

Neither Health Canada or the FDA have evaluated these statements. The products mentioned are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.