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Nutrition and Health Educator, Inc. has created this page to offer answers to many frequently asked questions by our customers for your convenience.
- Question: What does Nutrigenesis Approach Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® taste like?
Answer: When mixed with plain water, Lean-N-Clean®/Acidgone® tastes like green vegetable soup with no seasoning. When juice is added for flavoring, the mixture will take on the taste of whatever juice or sweetener you add. Be sure to drink another glass of water immediately afterwards. Do not mix with milk or other beverages containing milk, which will nullify the cleansing property of Lean-N-Clean®/Acidgone®. You may also add Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® powder instead of protein powder to fruit or vegetable smoothies.
- Question: Can I take Lean-N-Clean® or Acidgone® if I am on medication?
Answer: Yes, as long as you take your medication at least one hour before taking Lean-N-Clean®/Acidgone®, or at least 2 hours after taking Lean-N-Clean®/Acidgone®.
- Question: I have acid reflux (GERD). How long does it take to see results with Acidgone®?
Answer: There is no definite answer for this question because different individuals are in different stages of development with acid reflux/GERD. According to the experience of our customers, most people achieve about 75% improvement in 3 to 4 weeks by taking Acidgone® 2 to 4 times a day. Some of our customers achieve drastic improvement in one week.
- Question: I have acid reflux (GERD). Why do I have to wait about 2 hours before I eat after taking Acidgone®?
Answer: One of the reasons is that after taking a full serving of Acidgone®, you will be full. If you eat right away, you will overload your stomach, leading to nausea and/or regurgitation. Secondly, Acidgone® works better by itself without being mixed up with the foods in the stomach. Your body tends to secrete a copious amount of acid in response to the presence of foods, especially protein rich foods.
- Question: Should I take the anti-reflux drugs prescribed by my doctor together with Acidgone®?
Answer: Acidgone® is designed to replace the drugs and to restore your digestive functions. Acidgone® works better without the drugs interfering with your digestive process and you will improve faster. You have the rest of your life to take drugs if you decide Nutrigenesis Approach is not for you. It is your choice whether or not to discontinue usage of anti-reflux drugs. We cannot tell customers to stop taking their anti-reflux drugs. For more information on the subject of acid reflux and how Acidgone® works to control acid reflux, click this link: Acid Reflux
- Question: Why can't I add protein powder or nut butter to the Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® smoothies?
Answer: Protein-rich foods induce copious amount of acid into the stomach because protein is mainly digested in the stomach. As a result, if you mix protein powder and nut butter with Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®, it will not be as effective for acid reflux/GERD. Protein powder or nut butters can also cause constipation when mixed with Lean-N-Clean® or Acidgone®.
- Question: What kinds of food should I eat if I have heartburn from acid reflux (GERD)?
Answer: Please refer to page 24 of Nutrigenesis Approach Program Manual.
- Question: Is Acidgone® something that I have to take for the rest of my life once I start taking it?
Answer: No, definitely not. You may stop taking it after you recover. You may start back any time you want or take it sporadically as needed for acid reflux or body detox. Acid reflux (GERD), like obesity, is not a real disease. It is a result of improper eating and digestive functions. In other words, you may suffer from it again after you stop taking Acidgone® and start improper lifestyle practices again. However, Acidgone® may be taken on a daily basis if you choose to. There are no withdrawal symptoms when you stop and no dangerous side effects.
- Question: Why is Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® in a powder form? Why isn't it in capsule form or tablet form?
Answer: Capsules and tablets labeled for intestinal cleansing or detox often contain herbal laxatives such as Cascara Sagrada, Senna Leaf, Rhubarb Root, and Buckthorn, which often cause "Lazy Bowel Syndrome." Consuming herbal laxatives more than a few days or long term often cause the consumer to become addicted to or dependant upon these laxatives in order to have a bowel movement. Unfortunately, many consumers are not aware that they are creating this problem by taking laxatives long term. Chronic constipation, toxic colon and toxemia are acquired over a long period of time. Correction such problems takes time. Fecal residue builds in the colon and intestines and becomes impacted over the years. Laxatives do not solve the problem.
Some capsules and tablets on the market for detox do not contain herbal laxatives, however, they are often not effective because of problems with not properly dissolving in the stomach and they also lack adequate fiber and cleansing herbs per dose (see next paragraph for more detail).
Lean-N-Clean® and Acidgone® are in a powder form because it is more effective in that dosage form. When mixed with water/juice as directed, it is ready to help you as soon as it enters your stomach by absorbing stomach acid, soothing the mucosa (inside wall) of your stomach, and giving you the feeling of fullness. It will take 10-14 capsules to accommodate one dose of Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®. Fiber formulas compressed as tablets or packaged as capsules do not work effectively for the following reasons: If the tablets are not compressed tightly with binding substances, they will crumble during transportation. However, if they are compressed very tight, they do not dissolve well. If the fibers tablets or capsules do not dissolve quickly within 30 minutes, water will soon leave the stomach, leaving the hard tablet or the capsules behind. You may experiment with fiber tablets/capsules by placing them in a glass of warm water; stir them constantly to simulate the effect of the churning of the stomach muscles to see how long it will take for them to dissolve. You might be surprised it might take eight hours or longer. If the tablets/capsules do not dissolve readily, they will not serve the purpose they are intended for. Tablets & capsules also tend to be "clumpy" if they do happen to partially dissolve. In our Lean N Clean® and Acidgone® powder formulation, the consistency is not clumpy because it is evenly dissolved and pre-mixed into a smooth consistency before it is consumed.
- Question: Does Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® contain Ephedra (Ma-huang), caffeine or other stimulants?
Answer: No, absolutely not.
- Question: How does Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® differ from Metamucil?
Answer: Metamucil and generic brands of Psyllium fiber supplements contain only Psyllium Husks and dextrose and sometimes artificial colors and flavors. Lean-N-Clean® & Acidgone® contain an additional 10 different other ingredients, which have various functions (for example liver and skin detox) and contain vitamins, minerals and trace elements from whole foods. Lean-N-Clean® & Acidgone® are much more effective for intestinal cleansing/body detox and can be taken as meal replacement when mixed as directed. Ingredients in Lean-N-Clean® & Acidgone® are much higher quality and more expensive than those in Metamucil. Lean-N-Clean® and Acidgone® also do not thicken to the degree that Metamucil does. Many consumers have also given feedback that while Metamucil has caused much bloating and gas for them, that Lean-N-Clean® and Acidgone® do not cause this discomfort.
- Question: I have high blood pressure. Is it safe for me to take Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®?
Answer: Yes, Lean-N-Clean® and Acidgone® are formulated for people with high blood pressure in mind. Some ingredients in the formula can actually help lower cholesterol and high blood pressure. If you are taking medications for high blood pressure, take them one hour before or 2 hours after taking Lean-N-Clean® or Acidgone®.
- Question: I have adult-onset (Type II) diabetes. Is it safe for me to take Lean-N-Clean®? / Acidgone®?
Answer: Yes, Lean-N-Clean® and Acidgone® are formulated for people with adult-onset diabetes in mind. Some ingredients in the formula can actually help to improve diabetic conditions. Diabetics dependent on insulin must monitor their blood sugar several times a day as usual when they take Lean-N-Clean® or Acidgone®.
- Question: How fast can I lose weight with Lean-N-Clean®?
Answer: The rate of weight-loss with Lean-N-Clean® varies with each individual. It depends mainly on how well you follow the instructions as to how the Lean-N-Clean® should be taken and other recommendations in this manual. There are customers who have lost from 0-8 lb. in the first week. The recommended rate of weight-loss is 4-5 lb. per month. Rapid weight-loss is not healthy and will lead to excessive sagging of skin if you lose weight faster than your skin can accommodate. Exercising regularly and "dry skin brushing" (see "Additional Detox Measures"), can help reduce skin sagging while you are trying to lose weight. A fresh whole foods lifestyle will also promote additional weight-loss, give you more energy, and improve your overall health. It is best to have your meals consist of fresh, live fruits, vegetables (eaten raw, steamed, or lightly stir-fried do not overcook), whole grains (not whole wheat which is not much better than white bread), and legumes, lean proteins. Avoid saturated fats and processed foods containing hydrogenated oils/transfats, added sugar, corn syrup, fructose, bleached, bromated flour, propylene glycol or other unnatural food additives. Avoid eating canned foods. Pay attention to ingredients on food labels. If you are uncertain of what an ingredient is, refer to an ingredient/food additive reference book.
- Question: May I take Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® at night?
Answer: Yes. You may take Lean-N-Clean® and Acidgone® at night to cut down late night snacking or hunger pain in the middle of the night. However, since taking Lean-N-Clean® or Acidgone® involves drinking 3-4 cups of liquid, it is advisable to drink it at least one hour before bedtime to avoid getting up to urinate soon after you fall asleep.
- Question: What is the best times of the day to take the Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®?
Answer: Everyone has a different lifestyle and works different hours, so there is no set time of the day for everybody. Generally, if you take Lean-N-Clean® for weight-loss, you should take it when you are hungry to replace a meal or when you don't have time to eat. That is taking Lean-N-Clean® for meal replacement once per day, and in place of a snack (most people take it in place of a snack between lunch and dinner). For meal replacement, many people enjoy taking Lean-N-Clean® and Acidgone® in a smoothie with their favorite fresh fruits or vegetables and their favorite juice. If you take Lean-N-Clean® or Acidgone® for intestinal cleansing, acne or cholesterol control and do not wish to lose weight, take it in-between meals. If you take Acidgone® for acid reflux/GERD, take it in the morning for breakfast as a smoothie, in the mid-afternoon between lunch and dinner, and/ or at night one to two hours before bedtime or whenever you have the acid reflux. Acidgone® may be taken 2 4 times per day or as often as needed. Most individuals take Acidgone® 2 3 times per day. It is advisable not to eat within about 2 hours after drinking Acidgone®.
- Question: Can I use Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® as a means to skip meals safely?
Answer: Yes, you can take Lean-N-Clean® or Acidgone® to help you skip a meal safely. As a matter of fact, it is healthy for people who are overweight since obesity is caused by overeating. Some religions require followers to fast regularly to cleanse their bodies and soul. When you are on the run or stressed out, you will stress your body further by devouring greasy hamburgers or fried chickens. In such case, it is better to take a dose of Lean-N-Clean® or Acidgone® to quench your hunger. It is advisable to increase your intake of vitamins (especially B vitamins) and minerals when you reduce your food intake for the following reasons: Water-soluble vitamins stay in your body only for a few hours, therefore, they need to be replaced regularly. Additional vitamins and mineral supplements will help your body metabolize the stored energy while you cut down on the caloric intake. Be sure to take your vitamins after meals.
- Question: Can I eat whatever I want and still lose weight when I take Lean-N-Clean®?
Answer: You do not have to give up foods you enjoy, as long as you can manage to cut down the amount of foods you eat to the point that you expend more calories than you take in, you will lose weight. But you will not lose the weight as easily as someone who is willing to eat an abundance of fresh, live whole fruits and vegetables. It is important to enjoy life and enjoy indulgence/comfort foods in moderation, and to make responsible choices.
- Question: I have diarrhea often. Is Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® suitable for me?
Answer: That depends on what causes your diarrhea. If your diarrhea is a side effect of your medication, you might have to switc to another medication or stop taking it all together for the diarrhea to go away. For example, many antibiotics can cause iarrhea especially if taken for long term. Consult your physician regarding the cause of your diarrhea. If your diarrhea is caused by taking too many antibiotics, taking acidophilus will help alleviate the diarrhea. Once diarrhea is taken care of, you may start Lean-N-Clean®. If the diarrhea is caused by food poisoning or foods which do not agree with you, Lean-N-Clean® will help cleanse out the unwanted food residues and toxins in your intestines. If you take Imodium or Lomotil for this type of diarrhea, it would do more harm than good because these types of diarrhea medicines only slow down the motility (the power of spontaneous movement) of your intestinal tract and does nothing to remove the toxic substances. As a result you end up keeping the toxins in your body longer than you have to.
- Question: Can Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® give me diarrhea?
Answer: No, Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® does not contain herbal laxatives such as Senna Leaf, Cascara Sagrada, or Rhubarb. It possesses the property of stool-softener. It does not irritate your intestinal mucosa like other harsh stimulant laxatives. You may experience more frequent bowel movements. That is normal and even beneficial. Having bowel movements 2-4 times a day is normal as long as your stool is soft but not runny. Most people eat 2-4 times a day. If you have only one bowel movement a day, this indicates that food residues have stayed in your colon longer than they should. However, people who have impaired sphincter muscles might find their stool too loose after taking Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®. In that case, it might be necessary for them to cut the serving size and water in half or less.
- Question: I experienced abdominal swelling during the first week of taking Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®, then the swelling subsided. Why did this happen?
Answer: This is to be expected for individuals who have significant accumulations of decaying, impacted fecal matter in their intestines, especially those people who have chronic constipation. This phenomenon is one of the cleansing reactions. Initially your abdomen may swell considerably due to the old feces swelling up with water in the process of being softened by Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®. Meanwhile, the toxins trapped in the dried up fecal matter are being released and you may experience a temporary increase in flatulence. This situation will gradually resolve as you continue taking Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®.
- Question: If Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® can lower my cholesterol level, how long do I have to take it before I can stop taking the medication prescribed by my doctor to control my cholesterol? This medication is very expensive and I do not want the side effects from it.
Answer: Have your blood cholesterol tested every few months. If your total cholesterol drops below 200, you should be able to stop the prescribed medication. You are advised to consult your physician first before stopping your medication to control your cholesterol. It is healthier to try to control your cholesterol level through diet management such as taking a high water-soluble fiber formula, such as Lean-N-Clean® or Acidgone® and eating cholesterol-lowering foods.
- Question: Once I start taking Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®, how long do I need to take it? Is it safe to take it for long term?
Answer: If you are taking Lean-N-Clean® to help you lose weight, you may stop when you reach your goal weight. However, you may take it once a day, once every other day or sporadically to help you maintain your goal weight. Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® is a food supplement formula, so it is safe and beneficial to take it for long term as you would take vitamins. If you are taking Lean-N-Clean® for intestinal and colon cleansing, follow instructions on page 10-12 of Nutrigenesis Approach Program Manual. If you are taking Lean-N-Clean® to control acne or cholesterol, take it 2-3 times a day for about 4 months or until desired results are achieved, then taper to one dose a day for maintenance if desired. Length of therapy may vary according to individual situations. Check your blood cholesterol every few months. If you taking Acidgone® for acid reflux (GERD), you may take it 2 to 4 times a day initially. As you improve, you may decrease the frequency to 1 to 2 times a day or take it sporadically as needed. Both Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® are safe to be taken long term. There are no withdrawal symptoms and no harmful side effects.
- Question: What will happen when I stop taking the Lean-N-Clean® or Acidgone®?
Answer: If you are willing to change to a healthy diet, you should be able to maintain your goal weight after you have lost your excess weight with the help of Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®. If you like to indulge once a while, you might want to stay on a maintenance therapy of one dose a day. If you are accustomed to eating a constipating diet (consisting mainly of meat, cheese and dairy products), your constipation may return when you stop taking Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®. You must eat plenty of fresh, whole fruits and vegetables if you wish to keep your stool soft without the Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®. It is beneficial to stay on a maintenance therapy of one dose a day.
- Question: What is the maximum dose and frequency of which I can take Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®?
Answer: Maximum dose should be about 3 heaping teaspoonfuls (1 1/2 scoop). Remember, each heaping teaspoonful should be taken with at least 1 1/2 to 2 cups of water. Inadequate water intake may result in constipation. The maximum frequency is 4 times a day.
- Question: Why is there a slight difference in color between the bottle of Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® that I have now from the bottle I had before?
Answer: The ingredients in Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® are made up mainly of whole plants. The color of these whole plants may change according to the time of the year they are harvested. They may also change according to different soil conditions or locations.
- Question: I bought two bottles of Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® at one time. One bottle looks like it contains less powder than the other one, why?
Answer: Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® is sold by weight, not by volume. Some settling may occur. The amount of settling may differ from one container to another. After you shake the bottle a few times, the powder should fill up almost to the rim. This is also the reason that you should shake up the powder before measuring the dosage with the scoop. By weight, the dosage should be approximately 9 grams.
- Question: I developed a skin rash after I had been taking Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® for a few days. But I also have changed my diet. I have eaten foods I never ate before. How do I know if the rash was caused by the Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® or the new food items?
Answer: In this case, you must do some experimentation. One way to narrow down the cause of the allergic reactions is to stop eating anything new. If the rash persists, there is a strong possibility that you are allergic to one of the ingredients in the Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®. If the rash disappears, then the reaction was probably caused by the new food(s) you tried. Add only one kind of new food item per week so you can determine what actually causes the allergic reactions. You may also get medical testing to determine which foods you are and are not allergic to.
- Question: I had my gall bladder removed and have digestive problems all the time. Can Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® help me?
Answer: Yes. People who have had their gall bladder removed have trouble digesting fatty foods, especially. Dandelion root in this formula is known to stimulate the secretion of bile which is needed to digest fat.
- Question: I drink coffee all the time. I know I am addicted to caffeine. If I want to kick the caffeine habit, should I do it at the same time I start the Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®?
Answer: Yes, you may. However, keep in mind that you will suffer from caffeine withdrawal symptoms such as headaches and depression for at least one week. These symptoms are unrelated to Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®. Taking B-50 complex 2-3 times a day may help you alleviate the symptoms of caffeine withdrawal.
- Question: I have chronic pain, which makes it necessary for me to take narcotic painkillers regularly. Is it safe for me to take Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®?
Answer: Yes, it is. People who consume narcotic painkillers regularly are usually constipated because one of the side effects of narcotics is constipation. Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® will help keep stool soft. However, Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® works better when the causative agents of constipation have been removed.
- Question: I am taking Synthroid (a synthetic thyroid hormone), is Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® suitable for me?
Answer: Yes, it is. Thyroid hormones increase the metabolic rate of body tissues. They can increase the rate of fat, protein and carbohydrate metabolism. Thyroid hormones have been used to treat obesity, however, they have been found to be ineffective. If your doctor prescribes Synthroid for you as a replacement or supplemental therapy in hypothyroidism, you may continue to take it as prescribed while you are taking Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® to help you with other health problems. You should take Synthroid one hour before or two hours after taking Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® to avoid any interference of its absorption.
- Question: I asked my doctor about his opinion of Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®. He told me that I should get rid of my herbal remedies and just take the prescription drugs prescribed by him. However, he never explained to me the reasons behind his advice. How objective is his advice?
Answer: His advice is not objective at all for the following reasons: (1) Most physicians receive little, if any education in nutrition and herbal remedies and consequently their knowledge about them are very poor. Most physicians do not want to admit that to their patients. The easiest way out for them is to tell their patients to ignore the herbal remedies so they don't have to deal with them. (2) Doctors are in the "sickness business." They are busy earning money with their skills in modern medicine. Most of them do not have time or are unwilling to take time to educate themselves in nutritional preventive medicine or herbal remedies. (3) If everybody stays healthy with proper nutrition and herbal remedies, physicians would go out of business. It is simply a conflict of interest for many doctors to heal patients and get them off drugs.
- Question: I do not need to lose weight, may I still take Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®?
Answer: Yes, if you are close to your ideal weight, Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® will not make you lose weight. People who need to lose weight usually have to take Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® in the place of a meal or reduce their caloric intake to lose weight. If you do not need to reduce your food intake, just take Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® between meals.
- Question: May I take Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® smoothie before workout?
Answer: Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® smoothie is excellent before workout because it does not contain the protein powder like other protein smoothies. Taking protein powder in smoothie is equivalent to eating meat and it is too heavy (difficult to digest) before working out. In addition, protein induces a lot of acid into the stomach since protein is mainly digested in the stomach. Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® smoothie absorbs the acid and it is easy to digest and will give you immediate boost to your energy level. You will feel better and last longer in your workout.
- Question: Can I become dependent on Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone®?
Answer: We must separate dependency on water-soluble fibers and good nutrition our bodies need from drugs and synthetic substances that our bodies do not need. We may say we have a healthy dependency on nutritional foods because they keep us healthy and sustain our lives; whereas unhealthy dependency exists on drugs and other synthetic substances that are foreign to our bodies. Although we may need some drugs to fight diseases we acquire, dependency on drugs and other synthetic substances can/will eventually destroy our normal body functions and can give us withdrawal symptoms that will lead us into deeper dependency. Lean-N-Clean® / Acidgone® is a food supplement formula. It does not create withdrawal symptoms. However, we can say that our good health is dependent on it or something similar. Intestinal health is the beginning to overall health and well-being.
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