Julie Steinkamp Let’s talk Ningxia Red and Gut Health! Did you know that Ningxia also benefits the digestive system as well?
If you have followed around for a bit you know that I am a VERY BIG fan of Ningxia Red. Our family has used this as a sort of multivitamin for the last 6 plus years. I rely on it for so many various things.
It’s my easy button and it works! Our kiddos love it! I even crave it and I have seen the impact it can make on the body in such a positive way.
Ningxia Red is an incredible whole body supplement! It supports every body system and provides incredible nutrition in a bioavailable form. This is particularly supportive of the digestive system. Thanks to its concentration of two essential amino acids: L-arginine and L-glutamine, it plays a large role in assisting digestive function. This is something everyone seems to need help with these days.
Personal Back Story
When our oldest was little, around three or so she had a lot of tummy/constipation issues. Despite eating well and lots of fluids it got to the point where she was terrified to use the bathroom. Our pediatrician at the time suggested MiraLAX until she “grew out of it”. I wasn’t ok with that long term and the more I researched and learned I wasn’t ok with it at all. MiraLAX is not meant for littles and it is NOT meant for long term use. The body can become dependent on it and that is something that you don’t want. Your body sends you signs and signals and while there are times when we need a quick fix to solve something we need to look to the inside to figure out a fix for the long term.
MiraLAX is one of the most common things I see prescribed for kids who have gut/constipation issues or constant stomach aches.
Did you know that MiraLAX can cause some of these side effects?
- Nasuea
- Rectal Bleeding
- Vomiting
- Bloating
- Diarrhea
- Dizziness
- Gas
- Stomach Cramping and Stomach Pain
- Dehydration
- Mineral Imbalances
Here is a whole list from the Mayo Clinics website on the side effects of MiraLax.
It has also been said that MiraLAX can cause the following behaviors, specifically on children…
- Anxiety
- Mood swings
- Anger
- Paranoia
- Massive personality changes
Again, I’m not saying there isn’t a time and a place for an over-the-counter and most of these side effects are after using for a period of time, but is it worth it? The majority of the time a simple diet change or adding in a supplement (in this case Ningxia, obviously, (that’s our topic) can make a huge positive impact, eliminating the need for the over-the-counter medication while also adding a ton of benefits, vitamins, minerals and support to the whole body.
Now back to my story…
After using MiraLax for a short period of time and then researching further into it, I knew that was not a route I wanted to stay on with our oldest. We started using Ningxia for other reasons when I was pregnant with our third kiddo and after researching it more and more, I learned it was amazing for gut health as well. So, we began our Ningxia journey for her as well. It was AMAZING!!! Now, I will say I also paired it with Mightyzymes as well. This is a chewable enzyme for kids that helps their bodies break down and digest foods also. But she did a 180. Her body started to work the way it was meant to with processing foods, digestion and eliminating waste and I will forever be grateful!
It is something that we have started giving our kiddos once they start eating real foods, which is around 5 to 6 months old. I talk about all the benefits of Ningxia here. It is amazing at supporting their gut and digestive tract as they grow and are introduced to new things. And it’s not only for kids by any means! I rely on it also as an adult for numerous things and still swear by it.
What makes Ningxia so amazing for Gut Health specifically?
L-arginine
This plays a key role in cell division, tissue regeneration and healing. Hospitals often add this amino acid to feeding tubes of trauma and burn patients for this reason. Incredible research has been done comparing the healing process with vs. without supplementation of L-arginine. It stimulates the immune system in a non-inflammatory way and eases the inflammation of the digestive tract. Given the daily toll diet and lifestyle can take on the lining of our gut, this amino acid is a key for supporting gut health!
L-glutamine
This is another fascinating amino acid that our body needs for proper functioning. L-glutamine supports the lining of the gut so that optimal nutrient absorption can occur. It is the preferred source of nourishment and fuel for the gut, helping to increase mucous in the gut lining and creating favorable conditions for intestinal cells to thrive.
Ningxia Red is one of the best ways to support your digestive system on the daily basis with these powerful amino acids. These offer support to your microbiome and assist in optimal nutrient absorption!
How do I use Ningxia Red daily?
For Adults
Drink 2 ounces daily for optimal results.
If you are wanting to dive in and do a very gentle cleanse to jump start your body you can also do a 14 Day Reset. This is where you consume a higher quantity of Ningxia Red in a shorter period of time giving your system a jump start. It is an EXTREMELY gentle cleanse and reset. If you are curious about more information on this please feel free to send me an email at julie@naturallychaotic.net and we can chat more about it.
For Kiddos
This will depend on what you as the parent are comfortable with. For us, I started our kiddos out around 6 months old with about 1 tsp of Ningxia and worked our way up from there.
I typically do 1 ounce for our kids daily. If they have a need for more of a detox (it helps with big emotions from certain foods too) I have no problem at all giving them more. It’s real food so I have no concerns.
I hope you find help from this and feel more empowered to know that certain ailments aren’t meant to be a life sentence. It is a sign that the body just needs a little assistance.
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Now I am by no means a doctor, I am just a Mama who loves finding natural options for her family. My education on oils is how our family has used these over the years and the benefits we have seen. You are the gatekeeper of your home and know your family so please keep that in mind while following us on this journey. Also, when speaking about essential oils, we use Young Living in our family and have for over six years. These are the oils that I have researched and feel comfortable with for our family and not all oils are created equal.
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