Jini,

My husband and I are getting ready to do the Absorb Plus elemental, and we were wondering the best timing for the wild oregano oil protocol. We were going to do it at the beginning, to knock out any bacterial overgrowth, yeast, parasites, etc., right off the top. At the same time, we aren't sure how long we're going to be using the Absorb Plus.

If the elemental diet goes beyond the duration of the protocol, we worry a bit about candida due to the large sugar portion in the shakes. So, we were wondering, if the shakes went beyond the protocol, would you advise using Candex (by Pure Essence Labs--it's an enzyme that rids the body of candida by dissolving its cellulose structure, so it's a little different than most herbal candida formulas--www.pureessencelabs.com) to keep candida at bay for the duration of the elemental diet and while building up good flora with the natren? Or would you suggest some sort of different timing structure? On the one hand, it seems a good idea to knock out all the bad stuff at the begining--on the other hand, we definately want some candida protection throughout the duration of the shakes.

Many thanks again!

You can use the Wild Oregano Oil for the duration of the Diet. I've used it pretty much non-stop for 2 years (fluctuating the dose and in conjunction with probiotics). Just reduce the dosage if/when you feel it's too much. And yes, starting the Protocol right at the beginning of the Diet is a good idea. Remember to watch for a die-off effect though, and start slowly (gradually building up to the recommended dosage) if you want to minimize the Herxheimer effect/symptoms.

I can't comment on the other product since I've never used it, nor know of anyone who has, so don't know what possible side effects it may have.

good luck!
Jini

Renewed thanks! Have a happy Thanksgiving!