Motion Potion is a Naturopathically formulated Bowel Nutrient Powder. Designed to help stimulate the bowels natural ability to provide proper elimination.

• 100% Natural

• No synthetic products

• No artificial ingredients

• Gluten and Yeast free

• Australian made

Motion Potion is more than just fibre.
Each ingredient was specifically chosen for its renowned therapeutic qualities in healing and rejuvenating the bowel. These ingredients form a unique bowel formula that soothes, strengthens, detoxifies, and heals the entire digestive tract. It Contains:

1. Therapeutic herbs that heal and regenerate the bowel wall and the delicate mucosa of the small intestines.

2. Ingredients that heal and strengthen the capillaries and blood vessels. Used in treatment of varicose veins and hemorrhoids.

3. Greens to alkalise the body and create the perfect environment within your intestine and bowel. Greens are a great source of antioxidants and chlorophyll. They are also high in Vitamins A & C, Amino acids, Enzymes and Minerals.

4. Herbs that calm the inflammation associated with gastritis, peptic ulcers, and diverticulosis.

5. Rosehips which are a great source of natural Vitamin C which helps to improve immunity against infection.

6. Detoxifying Ingredients. Motion Potion acts like a gentle broom on the wall of the intestinal tract, cleaning and removing toxic build up.

7. Prebiotics - promote the growth of friendly micro - organisms like Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifido bacterium. Absorption of minerals (such as calcium and magnesium) has been shown to increase when taking prebiotics. Prebiotics may also help inhibit the growth of lesions, such as adenomas (benign tumors) and carcinomas (cancer) in the gut, and thus reduce the risk factors involved in colorectal diseases (Diseases of the Colon).

Naturopath Mark Gavins recommends Motion Potion for the following conditions:

• Constipation

• Diarrhoea

• Abdominal Discomfort

• Leaky Gut

• Bowel Disease

• Hemorrhoids

• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)

• Crohn’s Disease

• Diverticulosis

• Polyps

• Bowel Pockets

• Prolapsed Bowel

• Flatulence (gas)

• Pregnancy related constipation

• Contains Organic Ingredients

• Contains Prebiotics

• Safe to use during pregnancy

• Safe to use during acute or

• Chronic disease

Ingrediants: Psyllium husk powder, Slippery elm, Organic Wheat grass, Organic Barley grass, Organic Rosehips, Marshmallow root, Citrus bioflavenoids

Reference: http://www.healthkultcha.com.au/products/motion-potion/
 

From the above, it would appear that nicotine is acting as a therapeutic drug in relieving symptoms of a number of mental conditions. Unfortunately, it has many adverse health outcomes due to the manner in which it is inhaled.

Side effects of Tobacco

Short term problems:

• Diminished or extinguished sense of smell and taste

• Frequent colds

• Smoker’s cough

• Increase in heart rate and blood pressure

• Physiological stress and anxiety

Potential Problems associated with regular use:

• Emphysema

• Heart Disease

• Gastric Ulcers

• Bronchitis

• Heart Disease

• Stroke

• Cancer of the mouth, larynx, pharynx, oesophegus, lungs, pancreas, cervix, uterus and bladder

• Premature and more abundant face wrinkles

Biochemically, the misery of tobacco withdrawal can be mitigated through appropriate nutritional therapy. This does not, however, lessen the importance of psychological counseling and health education in smoking cessation programs. Smoking is a learned behaviour that must be unlearned. The nutritional approach can go a long way though, in lessening the biochemical aspects that may cause a smoker to give up a ‘stop smoking program’.

Nicotine Withdrawal

The main focus of nutritional support in any ‘stop smoking endeavour or program’ is to assist with these withdrawal symptoms and thereby discourage relapse.

In females, smoking urges increase in the luteal phase of their cycles (post ovulation) and can result in greater difficulty quitting smoking, therefore women are encouraged to quit in the follicular phase of their cycle (menstruation to ovulation).

Nutritional Support for Quitting Smoking

Tyrosine
The amino acid tyrosine is one of the most important nutrients in mitigating the biochemical effect of smoking withdrawal via its ability to support the neurotransmitter dopamine, especially when combined with Vitamin B6, B3, C, magnesium, zinc and iron.

Please be advised however that anyone taking MAO Antidepressants or with a current or past history of hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland), gliobastoma multiforme tumours, melanoma or schizophrenia cannot use tyrosine or supplements containing tyrosine due to their clinical contraindications.

Choline
Choline plus cofactors Acteyl -L- Carnitine, Vitamin B5 and B1 help in reducing anxiety and panic attacks in smokers by promoting a calming effect on the autonomic nervous system.

Glutamine
The amino acid glutamine along with Vitamin B6 helps to induce GABA production. GABA is the neurotransmitter responsible for reducing anxiety and agitation.

Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant and its levels are severely depleted in smokers. Replenishing Vitamin C status in the body may assist with post smoking recovery and reduces cravings. Vitamin C combined with R Lipoic acid increases glutathione levels which binds to cigarette smoke toxins and facilitates their removal from the body.

Additional Guidelines

1. Take bicarbonate of soda, ¼ to 1 teaspoon one hour BEFORE meals during the initial phase of withdrawal. This will reduce the rate of nicotine excretion from the body, and hence withdrawal symptoms.

2. Eat 5 – 6 small meals daily.1

3. Choosing the appropriate time to actively be committed to quitting smoking is of paramount importance. If you are female, always seek to quit smoking in the follicular phase of the menstrual cycle, not the luteal phase. In general, if there is much stress and pressure in your life, then this is also not the ideal time to attempt to quit. Find a time when your life is relatively balanced and you have the will and space to commit to a quit smoking program.

4. There are also many different vibrational remedies available that can support the emotional, mental and physical processes of quitting smoking. These can be made up individually according to your needs.

5. Ensure you have adequate support to help you succeed in breaking this addiction. This support includes family, health professional, medical (if needed) and psychological. The more support and assistance you have, the better your chances of truly succeeding.

References
1. Osieki, Henry. The Physician’s Handbook of Clinical Nutrition, 7th Ed. AG Publishing: Australia. 2006. pp 734 -736.