Hi Joan! The best thing to do is figure out your personal imbalances so youre working on getting what you need, and not too much of what you dont. Really the only ingredient in pink drink that I believe has any value is the XOS/prebiotic, and because I found that same kind of prebiotic that the drink uses, in capsule form, theres no need to drink something (that likely has added colors and artificial sweeteners) to get the same effect. Bio-Cleanse oxygenates, detoxifies and cleanses our GI tract and arteries. Most Americans are hard working people. Ive used Align and Culturelle brands of probiotics in the past and they worked well for me. I havent pulled the trigger on buying Plexus because its an MLM for one, and for two, that money spending! What time do you take the magensuim and quercetin? WOW. Im a gastric bypass patient who is 3.5 years out, and sadly, the scale has climbed 10#. I didnt even notice that on the ingredient list! My beef with Plexus is mainly the prices and the synthetic nutrients. So thats a huge factor in whether or not this will have the same results in my opinion. Magnesium aspartate and magnesium chloride absorb better into the body and are not laxatives. I will share it with my friends. Plexus did NOT work for me, and I am grateful that, after showing proof to Plexus (my blood work pre and post Plexus), they refunded all of my money. While I do not necessarily have issues with Plexus products, the costs of the membership fee plus the monthly cost of the 6-8 different products and S&H is just more than I can continue to pay. I will give these a try . Hey there, Sauerkraut, kombucha, yogurt) which all have to be refrigerated! I would rather use natural products with less crappy ingredients. Plexus Pro bio 5 and Bio Cleanse kelly norman 417 subscribers 31K views 9 years ago Do you know why you need Plexus's probio 5 and bio cleanse? For salt cravings, I highly recommend working on adrenal healing as that is a big sign of stressed adrenals. Joan, Thats my mistake, Joan! I have forgotten what else it does, but I ordered some. Ill definitely be working on a follow-up post Plus some people are looking for some other probiotic suggestions, so Im currently trying some out to be able to add that to the follow-up! While I didnt read all the post I am going to try your suggestions. Thank you for researching all this information! I love reading all the info on here and how this has helped others. There are so many forms and such varied opinions on dosage. I should have mentioned, I currently take 400 mg of Magnesium hydroxide and a probiotic. I tried the Mood Garden of Life probiotic but it made me feel jittery (possibly bc of the ashwaganda?). (although, the JOYome is fantastic!) I think its pretty standard for the Plexus ambassadors to recommend the Plexus Triplex to new buyers as it is their three best selling products, which is what she recommended to me. I have lost a couple pounds in the past month but its hard to know if my energy levels would have increased because i just became pregnant. Ive received only warm, positive comments, emails, and messages thanking me for this information and how it has helped them. THANK YOU for all your research!! Hi again! Im a follower now. January 9, 2016 angelaspinkjourney. Thanks for pointing it out. But the way they do it seems off, if that makes sense. I take less magnesium than what is in biocleanse because the amount in Plexus is like taking a laxative daily which is excessive. Thanks for commenting! Have a good night! What do you recommend as an alternative for active? XOS Prebiotic, 2 capsules before lunch or dinner [60 capsules in a bottlewhich is equal to a 30 day supply] I normally take my two before lunch! Hey Amanda! . Ive bought my assortment of baddies and eager to take better care of myself without breaking the bank. So impressed by your research!! . I have been using it on and off because of traveling, but whenever I do use it consistently, it helps with my bloating and I feel significantly better with my energy levels. Vsledky volieb malo zvrti aj pero kandidta. Earths Pearl Probiotic + Prebiotic. Hopefully that answers your question! This is an extremely small amount of caffeine but for women wanting to avoid caffeine altogether, it is important to be aware that there is a small amount of it present in Plexus. I am currently taking the Plexus Triplex and have been searching for alternatives due to cost. The colony-forming units come from five probiotic strains; Bacillus coagulans, Bifidobacterium longum, Lactobacillus acidophilus, Lactobacillus plantarum, and Saccharomyces boulardii. I stopped plexus. I dont really it notice it helping me with cravings too much, but Ive also never really thought about it! make sure you refrigerate this probiotic! Scientific literature says that only a handful of case reports in the literature describe presence of Candida albicans [yeast] in the gut of otherwise healthy subjects. I've been on the path to help people achieve better health using whole food nutrition, mineral balancing, and holistic healing principles for almost 7 years now. My safest advice would be to talk to your doctor about it. No one has told me whether or not they have lost weight with my alternative just that they appreciated that they now have an alternative. Plexus VitalBiome is an eight strains probiotic dietary supplement aimed at relieving stress. 2015. nerve pain (neuralgia) Find treatment reviews for Plexus BioCleanse from other patients. . Where did u get it if so? Question if you recommend any other Quercetin Bioflavinoid Complex? I couldnt afford it even though I was an ambassador and we had to stop. Not only do the products you listed not even come close to what is in the triplex, but you have some missed statements on here. Im not sure how/why, but Ive repeatedly tested the theory in my own life and for some reason, it makes a huge difference. I am currently looking into European alternatives to Plexus, so your guide has been most helpful! 120 is wild, right?! Im currently in the process of trying out some different probiotics to eventually make a post about it (but it will unfortunately take me a bit since I want to give each one a fair chance). I can not find one that i love like the probio. Thanks for all your research. I take plexus and have never seen a more researched approach to alternatives. I have heard how great Plexus was, but just couldnt afford it. .What is BioCleanse?Its aspecially formulated product that contains a Magnesium Oxide compound with Oxygen Enhancement and Vitamin Cwith Bioflavonoids.It helps to:Oxygenates the entire bodyDetoxify and cleansethe gastro-intestinal tract and arteriesEnergizeboth physically and mentallyNeutralizeacidic conditions that may promote pathogensEnhanceweight lossSupportcollagen productionRelieveconstipationHow does BioCleanse help you?It helps to:Oxygenates the entire bodyDetoxify and cleansethe gastro-intestinal tract and arteriesfrom wastesEnergizeboth physically and mentallyNeutralizeacidic conditions that may promote pathogensEnhanceweight lossSupportcollagen productionRelieveconstipationWhy do you need BioCleanse?Many people are in a low oxygen/toxic state. Please share! Hi, curious, what Plexus products helped your migraines? Let me know if you have an alternative to this thats cheaper, yet reliable. I will try your regime and hope it shows the same numbets for my health exams 4 x a year. keep doing what youre doing! Ill finish out this months supply of Plexus and then I think Ill give your alternatives a try! Lastly, there are very few articles actually published in Journals on herbs and mineral supplements. Reliance on any information provided by theregularfolks.com is solely at your own risk. Because I actually do believe in the validity of gut health, Plexus seems intriguing to me. I would appreciate anything you can offer me on my search. Im so glad I found it! Ive been using that but would like to find an inexpensive comparable version. Its the MLM that makes it cost so much. This means that products are largely marketed and sold by brand ambassadors. I am all ears if you got ideas for alternatives, Have u tried Vitalitown Digestive Enzymes plus pre and probiotics? I will let you know if it really does work for me. Research is important, your research seems sincere, and honestly done. Furthermore, it seems that the original product also contains a yeast (Saccharomyces ) that is not present in the alternative. Kucukgoncu, S., Zhou, E., Lucas, K., & Tek, C. (2017). Plexus ProBio 5 is formulated to promote an optimal gut health environment to balance intestinal yeast. many thanks, The theme for my blog is linked at the very bottom of the page it was designed by Restored 316 . Thanks! No one has said it doesnt work. I think Im going to continue on with it, because I actually do feel lighter and more full of energy . I keep trading that Magnesium citrate might be best for me and possibly 400 mg at least until i get regular. Look into Dr Carolyn Dean or Dr Thompson who has a book called the calcium lie. According to the Plexus website, ProBio 5 is supposed to provide these benefits: Helps keep intestinal yeast in balance. I used your research as a base from which to expand what I knew about these products and others. (http://theregularfolks.com/21-day-added-sugar-fast-week-3/), Gluten and dairy are also some common culprits, and limiting those and eating more fiber rich veggies will likely help . Sd alobu zamietol, chbali mu dkazy. BubblySharon Posts: 96 Member October 2013 Let me know if you try my alternatives. I use to have chronic sinus infections and once I would take 1 half round of antibiotics a yeast infection would flair up and last for 6 weeks at a time. Cheers! I love your blog.. very nice colors & theme. I have a friend that is relentlessly trying to get me to try Plexus I keep hearing that you get what you pay for, and that it can replace the coffee you buy yourself every day, which, jokes on them, I make my own every day, haha. Im not sure as I havent really delved into the rest of their items. There's a couple of vitamins in there as well. Actually, my gastroenterologist works for UF and he took my plexus supplements to a meeting with the gastro board. I would also like to ask if you have a recommendation for a multivitamin. And to be honest, Ive been taking them on and off since I posted Im just really forgetful with taking pills! I have tried to find alternatives but have not been successful yet =). I do have a probiotic i am currently taking that i eill use for now. Ive had constipation issues for years and am going to try this remedy. Lol. Off subject but you include Mary Kay in the list of MLM companies, Mary Kay is a direct sell but not a MLM. Hey Amanda! (2017). wondering if the Mag 07 is a longtime maintenance supplement? Im so stoked! Amazon doesnt offer that. Hi, Im just curious to see how this regimen has worked for you. Besides the fact that when someone signs up under another person, they get all kinds of support and encouragement as well as information when they need it. Thanks for the research. So excited to hear this, Rachel! I was just considering finding a way to go back but now I plan to look into this. It says very specifically that One serving (2 pills) = 380mg of Magnesium. No more seasonal, food or pet allergies. I hope this info helps your friend. I am tired of seeing people taken advantage of by gimmicks like this, and there seriously seems to be a new one every year! From the study I looked it, the effect of ALA on body weight is limited to the SHORT TERM, and not necessarily for long term because your body will begin to compensate. I appreciate you checking in though and sharing your experience. I hope you like my alternatives. Grateful for your information. That is amazing!!! Just found out the natural factors quercetin bioflavonoid complex has been discontinued. I know you mentioned your husbands diabetes. Plexus Slim contains 2% caffeine from green coffee bean extract. Which ones were you hoping to switch to? Or if youre like me and seem intrigued by Plexus, but not spending $130, give this a try first. This is exactly what I was looking for! The year before, it was Juice Plus. . I was told by a plexus ambassador that the magnesium bonds with vitamin c and bioflavonoids and that forms magnesium abscorbate.. Have you looked into alternatives for any other Plexus products, such as XFactor (or XFactor Plus), MegaX, or Balance? It looks like on Amazon its $32. Been trying to find other people to find out what items they are taking. I bought everything and am excited to get back to consistently taking something. Im still trying out multiple probiotics and doing more research, but I recently started trying the Garden of Life Primal Defense Probiotic and I really like it! Strains on the list below perform one or more of the following digestive health activities: health to help maintain regularity, ease bloating, and alleviate occasional constipation. I upped on my ProBio5 to 4 pills a day for 6 months and my daily blood sugars went up. Thank you for the information. I didnt understand that could you direct me. Hlasy jednho kandidta na starostu pripotali inmu. Do you think doing twice a day on the magnesium for one or two weeks to get cleansed so to speak, and then cutting it out might be a good alternative? I have been wanting to try Plexus for awhile now, but there is no way I could ever afford it. Plus the BioFlavonoid Complex I use has way more bioflavonoids in it than in Plexus. If you just scroll to the end of the post, you should be able to click the links to all of the products I use and they will take you to Amazon where you can purchase them. Most excess gets excreted through your urine, but I just dont think it is healthy to be taking a laxative every single day. Also, probio5 has enzymes AND antifungals. Either way though, Im sure it will be good for my body to have the extra gut health support! I have a hard time trusting when a product is good for me really and my friends running a business and lining their wallet. Or it may have been in probio5. Supports hydration by encouraging you to drink more water*. Notify me of follow-up comments by email. This sounds like a great alternative. The Mag 07 is the better quality because it not only is a specially formulated magnesium for this specific purpose, it also is lacking the synthetic ascorbic acid that the Plexus product has. I have digestive issues and end up on homemade semi gut rest not to mention Im caffeine sensitive. I just used those as examples for pricing , Your email address will not be published. I was on Plexus for about 6 months. Lets be honest. I turned off my automatic shipment this week as it is simply not affordable. Im currently using the garden of life one and liking it so far! A lot of the vitamins are out of stock u til?! I too have been looking for cheaper alternatives, i am going to give what you recommend a try when i run out of the supply that I have now. You bring up a really good point about the magnesium that I actually meant to discuss and I think that I totally forgot to lol Thanks for the awesome research!! I have been using it on and off because of traveling, but whenever I do use it consistently, it helps with my bloating and I feel significantly better with my energy levels! A probiotic thats needs to be refrigerated cant be very effective once it hits the warm environment of the mouth and gullet. I hope that these alternatives work well for you and your family! I am planning Plexus Block and Plexus Metaburn. Supports healthy glucose metabolism*. Also, I have horrible tummy trouble. Unless I take 2-3-Magnesium tablets every night, I dont get the same results. Besides, it may also improve a person . To be on the safe side, moms-to-be should count Plexus towards their daily caffeine intake. I hope the alternatives help you out Let me know how it goes for you! Once I get back from my work conference Im going to get the supplements you have suggested and give them a try. Do you think it would be a problem using Block, Metaburn and the rx magnesium I am taking?