Metagenics CandiBactin-AR Essential Oils, Oregano & Thyme, 60 Softgels

I started taking Metagenics CandiBactin-AR to address H. Pylori and support my digestive health, and it has been an absolute game-changer. The potent blend of concentrated red thyme and oregano oils is incredibly effective, yet the addition of sage and lemon balm leaves keeps it exceptionally gentle on the stomach.The softgels are small, smooth, and very easy to swallow. Within just a week of consistent use, I noticed a massive reduction in heavy post-meal bloating and occasional gas. Unlike other herbal supplements I have tried, these do not cause any harsh, burning aftertaste when taken with a full glass of water. For anyone seeking a premium, reliable botanical protocol to reset their gut balance, this supplement is worth every penny!

These helped my intestinal track.

I took two bottles of this, in addition to two bottles of Candibactin BR and it definitely helped reduce chronic bloating and with the feeling of food sitting in my stomach all day. If I skip a day of taking these It's like all my normal symptoms return. It does not completely get rid of bloating that occurs with caffeine and/or carbs, soy, wheat, and other hard to digest foods. Overall I am happy with the product although I will not continue to take it due to the price. On my second round of Candibactin AR and BR I took capryllic acid, ac formula II and anatril for a couple weeks but they didn't make any difference in help with symptoms. Candibactin AR and BR work just well on their own without the additional supplements.

Excellent blend and quality.

was very happy (and relieved) to receive these directly from the Metagenics company, both the AR & BR labeled with "Practitioner Exclusive" on bottles. I was a little bit apprehensive about ordering these off amazon. This will be my second time treating my SIBO unfortunately, after not following through with after treatment protocol and finding out I had an H Pylori infection which needed addressing first. But these REALLY work. I had hydrogen dominant sibo, and after about a week of detox and die off reactions, started feeling SO much better and all my histamine related issues vanished, eczema cleared up, most other symptoms and body systems started balancing. It seemed miraculous! I'm looking forward to retreating after H Pylori protocol and getting back to feeling good again :) These are strong and it's important to follow a protocol suited to you after treatment to heal gut lining and rebalance probiotic bacteria. My doctor had me take 2 of each 2x day with meals. I follow Dr. Nirala Jacobi's Bi-phasic diet. Things I highly recommend for sibo treatment and to do your research on: simple, natural *capsule free* prokinetics: -fresh ginger tea at least 2x day (between meals) -triphala powder, 1/4-1/2 tsp 2x day (between meals) continue prokinetics after treatment! bitters are also great milk thistle 150mg 1-3x day for liver/detox support consider biofilm breakers if severe sibo gas levels, but I don't think they're always necessary. note things like ginger, coconut oil, black cumin seed oil are natural biofilm breakers activated charcoal and/or bentonite clay for 4-5 days first week and third week of treatment to help "mop up" die off sacharomyces boulardii turmeric tea or supplement, taken with fat black cumin seed oil for histamine intolerance, also antimicrobial (make sure to eat lots of omega 3s, as it's high in omega 6) other things that really helped my histamine intolerance were lots of fresh herbs, quercetin, and Ancestral Supplements desiccated kidney (high in DAO, selenium) also if you're missing garlic on low fodmap/sibo diet, I make crushed garlic infused olive oil which is great to drizzle on things and also has antimicrobial properties the only things I have to complain about is the price of these on amazon is completely unreasonable. I got these from my doctor for ~$60-70 each, and would have again if it wasn't a long drive. also I REALLY wish companies, especially well researched driven ones like this would STOP using TOXIC fillers, excipients, coatings like hypromellose and magnesium stearate which is in the BR formula. but this is highly effective and treatment is WAY more important that avoiding those things.

I decided to take this product because I know it's a great company and because of the study by Gerald Mullins, MD of Johns Hopkins that I read about on one of the reviews. It's google-able, so can be found online. I did a microbiome test by Thorne and they found that I had an overgrowth of some bad bacteria and yeast. So, I started taking this along w/some other products recommended by Thorne. [Pre-fiber, fiber, probiotics and prebiotics etc.] The thing about killing stuff in your gut is - it dies and then your body has to get rid of it. sometimes the body gets overwhelmed by the bad guys, even when they're dead. its called a HERX reaction. also google-able if you don't know what it is. so, if you feel badly after taking this product, it could be because of a HERX reaction and not because the product is faulty in any way. the opposite. its doing its job, ie killing the bad stuff. I would suggest starting slowly. 1 a day for a few days, then 2 a day if things are going ok. Also, food grade clay and food grade charcoal are also supposed to help get the bad stuff out. I'm not a doctor or medical professional. do your own research. I do detox baths, either clay + seaweed or epsom salts sometimes w/charcoal. that's a great way to detox because the bad stuff comes out your skin too, and it can get alot out in one bath. So, know that getting rid of the bad stuff in your gut takes a while. it's a marathon and not a sprint. start very slowly, work up to the suggested dose gradually. Since I did the test and have been following the recommendations and taking these products, I feel alot better, which means alot. I still think I have several more weeks to go, I'll get another microbiome test and see what that says. Best of luck!!

I have been using this product and ordered it from Full script. They delivered it with an ice pack. I ran out and needed one more bottle to finish my course so I ordered it from Amazon with next day delivery. It was melted together and not usable. Even when I tried them apart some broke open leaving an oil that would burn. The directions say not to use broken capsules because of this. I did not hear back from Metagenics - Amazon refunded my money when I contacted them through chat. Super disappointed. Buy this product elsewhere but I'm questioning if Metagenics actually cares for customers if they allow their products to be delivered this way.

I found that this, in combination with the CandiBactin-BR, was effective in treating methane SIBO that had proven resistant to antibiotics. See Chedid et al., Herbal Therapy Is Equivalent to Rifaximin for the Treatment of Small Intestinal Bacterial Overgrowth. Your doctor (if you can find one knowledgeable about SIBO) may recommend a prokinetic such as prucalopride as a follow up to prevent relapse.