Here at Modern Roots Acupuncture, we also offer a few select products. Unlike a lot of places, we only stock items that we personally use. This shows our faith in the effectiveness of each item. We also make sure to keep the pricing as low or lower than anywhere else. This is a thank you to our patients and it allows us to only offer the highest quality available (which can often be too expensive otherwise). Through this blog post and subsequent blog posts, we will discuss the uses of each of the items.

Daily Symbiotic by Seed, also known as DS-01, is a combination probiotic and prebiotic. Probiotics, as well as prebiotics, are a great way to maintain or regain healthy digestion. They are known to support digestive regulation, ease bloating, and aid the colon’s impact on the immune system. Daily Symbiotic is a broad spectrum pre- and pro- biotic containing 24 different probiotic strains. Seed breaks those strains down into five different groups know as digestive health probiotic blend, micronutrient synthesis probiotic blend, dermatological health probiotic blend, cardiovascular health probiotic blend, and MAPP microbiota-accessible polyphenolic precursors. We recommend periodic supplementation of the digestive system by taking a month long course of antibiotics seasonally.

Digestive Enzymes Ultra by Pure Encapsulations is a full spectrum digestive enzyme blend. Enzymes are produced by the pancreas to help break down foods in the stomach. When foods are not able to be broken down, they can cause discomfort, bloating, and acid reflux. This blend includes enzymes to help digest proteins, carbohydrates, fats, fiber, and dairy. We use it anytime we eat something that we shouldn’t or have too much of something.

Vitamin D by Thorne contains 5000 iu or 125 mcg of Vitamin D. This essential vitamin helps promote calcium absorption to keep bones strong. It also reduces inflammation, increases new cell growth, has neuromuscular and immune benefits, and regulates mood. This last part is important for something called seasonal affect disorder or seasonal depression. Vitamin D is an important vitamin usually absorbed from the sunshine but is also found in some foods. During the winter, or when not outside enough, vitamin D should be taken daily.