What is the 5R Gut Restore Programme?

This is a functional medicine gut restoration program that uses the 5R Approach which is designed to restore the balance of your gastrointestinal system in the following stages:

1) Remove- where we look at removing food and substances that the individual may have intolerance and sensitivity to. Similarly, we will be looking at removal of Infections, Pathogens, Bacteria and Parasites and even Stress and toxin that are causing your imbalances.

2) Replace- this is the stage where we will work on replacing what is missing in your gut that is critical its proper function. Depending on your conditions, you may need digestive enzymes, support for stomach acid or bile flow. Repletion of vitamins, mineral and nutrients are also necessary at this stage. We will also explore factors necessary to optimise these digestive, secretion and enzymatic functions.

3) Repopulate- this is where we work on restoring gut flora which is important for healing. This involves diet, prebiotic and targeted probiotic prescribing and much more.

4) Repair- Healing of the intestinal wall is extremely important for optimize digestion. Here is where we will work on repairing the gut lining, mucosa and inflammation damage.

5) Rebalance- Rebalance is really all about lifestyle: meditation, sleep, exercise and stress management technique in a holistic and integrative approach.