G.I. Fortify‡ by Pure Encapsulations – Intestinal Barrier, Fiber, Motility, and Colon Support
G.I. Fortify‡ by Pure Encapsulations is a vegan gut health powder built around a psyllium fiber blend with flax, glutamine, licorice, marshmallow, aloe, slippery elm, and triphala. The formula provides intestinal barrier support and bulk-forming fiber.
Psyllium and flax promote healthy bowel regularity, while bacterial fermentation can generate short-chain fatty acids used for colon cell nutrition. Glutamine contributes an intestinal fuel source, and the combination of DGL, marshmallow, aloe, and slippery elm supplies soothing digestive botanicals.
Key G.I. Fortify‡ Benefits
- Provides 4 g of psyllium powder and 2.25 g of flaxseed powder.
- Supplies 1 g of free-form L-glutamine for intestinal-cell energy.
- Combines DGL, marshmallow, aloe, and slippery elm for soothing support.
- Includes triphala for colon function and occasional constipation support.
How G.I. Fortify‡ Works
G.I. Fortify‡ works when soluble and insoluble fibers absorb water, enlarge stool mass, and undergo partial fermentation by intestinal microbes. Psyllium forms a hydrated gel, while flax contributes multiple fiber fractions and lignans. Fermentation products can feed colon cells. Glutamine supports enterocyte energy needs, and mucilaginous botanicals help soothe contact surfaces within the gastrointestinal tract.
Key Functional Ingredients Include:
- Psyllium powder: Provides 4 g of husk fiber for hydration, stool bulk, and microbial fermentation.
- Flax: Provides 2.25 g of seed powder with soluble fiber, insoluble fiber, lignans, and fatty acids.
- L-Glutamine: Provides 1 g of free-form glutamine as an intestinal-cell energy substrate.
- Deglycyrrhizinated licorice: Provides 600 mg of root extract for soothing gastrointestinal support.
- Triphala: Provides 90 mg of three standardized Ayurvedic fruit extracts for colon function.
G.I. Fortify‡ Is Formulated For
- Adults seeking a water-mixed fiber powder for bowel movement frequency and stool consistency.
- People whose practitioner recommends nutrients for intestinal barrier integrity and colon-cell energy.
- Vegan users who can increase water intake appropriately when using bulk-forming psyllium.
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Recommendation: As a dietary supplement, add 1 serving to 8-12 oz water. Shake, stir or blend briskly and drink immediately. Drink an additional 8-12 oz serving of water following. Daily water intake should be increased when consuming this product.
Serving Size: 1 heaping scoop (approximately 8.9 grams)
Servings Per Container: approximately 45
Calories ... 25
Total carbohydrate ... 5 g
Dietary fiber ... 4 g
Total sugars ... <1 g
Protein ... 1 g
Psyllium powder (husk) ... 4 g
Flax (Linum usitatissimum) powder (seed) ... 2.25 g
L-Glutamine (free-form) ... 1 g
Deglycyrrhizinated licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) extract (root) ... 600 mg
Marshmallow (Althea officinalis) extract (root) ... 400 mg
Aloe vera (Aloe barbadensis) extract (inner fillet) (standardized to contain 10% polysaccharides) ... 100 mg
Slippery elm (Ulmus fulva) extract (bark) ... 200 mg
Triphala (a proprietary blend of chebula myrobalan (Terminalia chebula), belleric myrobalan (Terminalia bellerica), and amla (Emblica officinalis) extracts (fruit)) ... 90 mg
Other Ingredients: stevia leaf extract, ascorbyl palmitate.
Does Not Contain: Wheat, soy, dairy, eggs, artificial colors and sweeteners, coatings and shellacs, GMOs, tree nuts, peanuts, sesame, unnecessary binders, fillers and preservatives, magnesium stearate, gluten, trans fat and hydrogenated oils.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place.
Warnings/Cautions: Not to be taken by pregnant or lactating women. If you have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use.
Frequently Asked Questions About G.I. Fortify‡
What are the benefits of G.I. Fortify‡?
G.I. Fortify‡ benefits gastrointestinal function through hydrated fiber, fermentable substrates, amino-acid fuel, and soothing plant extracts. Psyllium contributes 4 g of husk powder that absorbs water and supports larger, softer stools. Flax contributes seed powder at 2.25 g, containing soluble and insoluble fibers plus lignans and fatty acids. Intestinal microbes can ferment suitable fibers into short-chain fatty acids that colon cells use. L-glutamine provides 1 g as an energy substrate for intestinal tissue. DGL, marshmallow root, aloe inner fillet, and slippery elm supply mucilaginous or soothing constituents, while triphala combines Terminalia chebula, Terminalia bellerica, and Emblica officinalis fruit extracts. The broad design connects bowel movement frequency, barrier integrity, microbial metabolism, and colon nutrition in one water-mixed powder.
Who should take G.I. Fortify‡?
G.I. Fortify‡ is meant for adults whose practitioner recommends bulk-forming fiber and botanical support for occasional constipation, stool consistency, intestinal integrity, or colon health. A suitable user must be able to mix each serving with water, drink it immediately, follow with additional water, and increase daily fluid intake. People with difficulty swallowing, bowel narrowing, unexplained abdominal pain, acute obstruction symptoms, or severe constipation need medical assessment before psyllium. Medications and other supplements may require separation from fiber because gel formation can alter absorption timing. The formula is vegan and sweetened with stevia rather than sugar. It is not for pregnant or lactating women. Anyone with a health condition or medication use should obtain professional guidance, particularly when motility, glucose, or bowel treatments are already part of care.
Are there any side effects of taking G.I. Fortify‡?
G.I. Fortify‡ may cause gas, bloating, cramping, loose stool, or temporary changes in bowel frequency as fiber intake increases. Psyllium must be taken with the directed water; using too little fluid can create a choking or blockage risk, especially in someone with swallowing difficulty or intestinal narrowing. Stop use and obtain urgent help for chest pain, vomiting, inability to swallow, breathing difficulty, severe abdominal pain, or failure to pass stool or gas. Aloe, licorice, flax, triphala, or stevia may trigger individual sensitivities. Not to be taken by pregnant or lactating women. If you have any health condition or are taking any medication, consult your health professional before use. Medication timing should be reviewed because hydrated fiber can change how quickly oral products are absorbed.
How does G.I. Fortify‡ support overall health?
G.I. Fortify‡ supports overall health by influencing the physical and metabolic environment of the large intestine. Water-bound psyllium increases stool moisture and volume, encouraging normal transit without a stimulant mechanism. Flax broadens the available fiber fractions and supplies lignans. Bacteria can convert fermentable carbohydrate into acetate, propionate, and butyrate, compounds that participate in colon-cell energy and local signaling. L-glutamine offers another fuel used by rapidly renewing intestinal cells. Marshmallow, slippery elm, DGL, and aloe provide plant polysaccharides associated with a soothing effect at mucosal surfaces. Triphala adds three fruit extracts traditionally used for colon function. These actions depend on adequate fluid, gradual tolerance, movement, and an appropriate diet; the powder cannot compensate for obstruction, persistent bleeding, severe pain, or another condition requiring diagnosis.
These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.