Wait until you see what happens when you combine butyrate with Metabolism! Seriously, prepare to be amazed!Struggling with bad cravings? Trust me, you're about to love what this combo can do for you. Like, actually love it.Hey there! I'm Phil, and I’m a recovering food addict. Let me tell you, combining Metabolism with this new butyrate has been an absolute game-changer for me. We're talking major appetite control, people. This duo has been so effective, I’m pretty sure you might just see a fit and fabulous Phil this year. (Fingers crossed!)I can’t even begin to describe how thrilled I am...

Let's talk science for a minute.Methylated vitamins are the “active” form of the vitamin, so they are readily absorbed by the body and ready to use upon absorption (the more active form is easier for the body to absorb and use).*Methylation is a process in which the CH3 molecule is transferred from one substance to another and methylates (or activates) the receiving molecule. It is one of the most important chemical reactions in the body, responsible for regulating gene expression and cellular function. Without methylation, numerous systems of the body would not function optimally. We need optimal methylation to aid...

We get asked all the time if you'll have to stay on Motility forever or can you eventually get off of it.Not if you don't want to.For mild issues, you're looking at 30-60 days. For more moderate ones, around 90 days. Once you've been consistent for about 6 to 8 weeks, you can start tapering off. Motility isn’t a dependency-forming laxative; it’s actually much more. Besides tackling constipation and digestion, it also helps with stress, sleep, and cortisol balance.Even if you’re good on the gut front, a daily dose can still work wonders across a wide range of issues. Personally,...

Back in the day, before we started Silver Fern™, I thought the success of a probiotic was all about the CFU count and the list of strains. More is better, right? Wrong!Here’s what a microbiologist actually looks for to gauge a probiotic’s effectiveness:1) Does it restore microbial balance?2) Does it boost microbial diversity?3) Does it reduce leaky gut symptoms (like inflammation caused by high LPS levels)?4) Does it lower inflammation and its markers?5) Does it support a healthy immune system?6) Are the strains naturally resilient enough to survive digestion and improve gut health?These questions were my first big lesson from...

Let’s talk saffron. Not just any saffron, but the good stuff. Sure, you could grab any old saffron, but if you want the real benefits—think better mood, less stress, and even a boost for your love life—it’s worth finding the right kind.⁠⁠I’m Phil, a researcher at Silver Fern™. We’re all about gut health and know that stress and mood are a big part of that. So, we hunted for a saffron that helps people handle stress and noticed it had some exciting bonus effects, especially for folks on antidepressants (hello, improved libido!).⁠⁠Here’s the deal: not all saffron is created equal....

Let’s be straightforward.1) We don’t filter reviews.2) We don’t bribe for good reviews with incentives, gifts, or money.I’m Phil, and here’s our philosophy: We don’t release products unless they truly work. We test everything rigorously on real people for months, and if a product doesn’t deliver results for at least 80% of our testers, we scrap it. No shortcuts, no trendy gimmicks—just honest, effective products.We know most happy customers rarely leave reviews, while dissatisfied ones are often the most vocal. And since we never incentivize reviews, we take what we get. But the real proof is in our loyal customer...

Depression and anxiety are extremely real. Depending on the source, the percentages range from 32% to 39% of people suffer from one or the other or both. Hi. My name is Phil. As the owner of a gut health company trying to help with underlying causes to gut problems, it is impossible not to recognize that one of the major drivers to gut imbalances (dysbiosis, which then causes leaky gut and inflammation) is depression and anxiety. (19)Depression and anxiety cause a lot of gut discomforts too, like constipation, abdominal discomfort, vomiting, nausea, and BLOATING. Yes, it causes bad bloating. IBS...

Why don't I just tell you what the product is? Great question!As soon as I mention leaky gut, allergies and such, I can no longer mention the name of a product in the message. I'm so sorry. Those are the rules. Only meds are legally allowed to help with those issues. But if you want to know more about these strains and possibly find out where to get them, please take our 5-second quiz to find out where to start. We will NOT collect your email or contact information. It’s the fastest quiz you’ll take. Hi. My name is Phil....

Have you ever heard that less is more?As much as I love to overdo things in my life, with Whole Food Vitamins you don't need to do that. First off, taking too many different kinds or too much of synthetic vitamins can increase problems. Hi. My name is Phil. I'm the grand champion of asking science people how much I can take of something in a day, always of the mindset if a little is good a lot must be amazing. If you follow Silver Fern™, you know that I will go as aggressive as I can in a healthy...

What about us peasants?Works for us too!!! 😜Hi, I’m Phil, a science enthusiast at Silver Fern™. Finding the perfect formula to prevent hair loss from conditions like Hashimoto's, while also improving hair growth, strength, shine, and even skin and nails—without breaking the bank—was a challenge. Honestly, we kind of lucked into it!Our breakthrough came with keraGEN-IV®. After a successful initial trial, we continued perfecting the formula.Here are the top 3 questions we get:1) Can it reverse male pattern baldness?Unfortunately, no. We don’t claim Hair Complex can prevent or reverse male pattern baldness.2) How does Hair Complex compare to Nutrafol?We respect...

Bad bloating is caused by everything from stomach troubles and slow motility issues to imbalances (of all kinds ranging from bacterial and archaea to candida overgrowth) and intolerances (food, histamine, etc.). Therefore, when someone says, "I bloat really bad! How do I fix it?," we will ask you questions so we can try to triangulate a protocol to address what is causing the issues. Next, these issues or causes frequently overlap so about 80% of the time, we take a top-down A-to-Z approach. Our approach is to address the underlying causes in a particular order. This approach takes time, but...

This may sound funny...My 11 year old son desperately wants to be grow much taller and stronger for sports 🏈🏀 . He found a supplement on his mom's iPhone promising that children will grow inches in a matter of months by taking this supplement full of K2 and D3. I thought it was funny until the parents of one of my football boys told me about a product they bought for their son that is also loaded in K2 and D3 for growth. Now, do I think this combination will make a child grow super tall and big beyond their...

"What a 🫏! Doesn't he know that enzymes won't help with immune responses caused by gluten?" Are you sure?Hi, I’m Phil, your resident Silver Fern™ research nerd. While a gluten-free diet is essential for those with Celiac, you too have a possible lurking villain to fight: hidden gluten—especially when dining out. Science backs up my recommendation: breaking down gluten proteins quickly can really help reduce the dreaded “glutening” experience.So, let’s imagine this: you’re gluten intolerant (NCGS) and walk into a restaurant. Can the right enzymes (in the right doses), taken before or with your meal, help prevent gluten-related issues? Absolutely.Now,...

Confession time: I'm a total food addict. I dream about food, love it, and I’m not shy about indulging in large portions. My cravings can get out of control. Sure, I work out 4 to 6 days a week, but no matter how hard I hit the gym, I still struggle because of my diet. At best, I can manage 70% healthy eating.Counting calories and macros? Yeah, I know it works for some, but that sounds like torture to me.You know what makes healthy eating easier? Not craving junk food. And the gym? It’s way more exciting when you actually...

Do you really want to avoid food all the time? Really? That's not fun. Hi. My name is Phil. I'm one of the research nerds at Silver Fern™. We help with SIBO and IBS issues a lot. We have entire protocols for helping with these issues. These protocols take time because the issues are complex. If a person has constipation, reflux, heartburn, indigestion, low stomach acid, and other stomach issues (GERD, SIBO-C, IMO, SIBO-M, IBS-C, IBS-M), we start with slow motility and reflux issues first BEFORE the cleanup process. This is extremely important. If a person only has diarrhea/loose stools...

Gut Issues Don’t Just Magically Disappear—Trust Me, I’ve Seen It All.Hey, I’m Phil. After 10 years of helping people with gut problems, I’ve learned one thing for sure: these issues rarely fix themselves. Less than 5% of the time, in fact.By the time most people come to us, they’ve either tried everything with no success or waited so long that a small problem has turned into a big one, seriously affecting their quality of life.What starts as mild constipation, bloating, or heartburn often escalates into something worse—moderate to severe discomfort, multiple food intolerances, and a whole host of complications like...

Where do your whole food vitamins come from? My kids take our whole food vitamins daily so I really care where they are sourced. As with all things at Silver Fern™, we like to be transparent about our products and where we source our ingredients. Hi. My name is Phil. I'm the bald grey bearded old "ish" man in our videos. I realize that it is always best to get all of your nutrients from food.💯 And for those of you that can make certain to get all your fruits and vegetables in daily, my hat is off to you....

Vitamin K2 is key to heart health because it prevents calcium buildup in the arteries. (18)Vitamin K2-7 is the best form of Vitamin K2. And Vitamin K2 works even better when paired with Vitamin D3.Hi. My name is Phil. I promise, we aren't trying to complicate anything. When our science team builds out products we actually try to "keep it simple" by using the best form of ingredients at the clinically supported doses for what our objective is. The pairing of the two ingredients together in K2D3 is science based. Here is the top question we get asked about this...

Is gut health a piece of the puzzle to helping with fitness health? YES!This has been proven over and over again. Is it the entire picture? NO!Hi. I'm Phil. After many years of developing gut health products and protocols, we are finally launching our full "body composition protocol" December 2024 / January 2025. This has taken years to craft and develop (because we didn't want to miss the mark). But, I have never lost sight of the fact that gut health is a BIG part of metabolic health. We have studied the microbiome for metabolic and long-term health reasons for...

Obviously, I'm not confessing but let's say I know a guy that gets super irritable when cortisol is elevated. Oh yeah, and it makes losing visceral fat (the stubborn belly fat that's really tough to remove) dang near impossible. Hi. My name is Phil. Like many of you, stress and anxiety are a never-ending replay in my life. With 5 kids, 2 businesses, coaching kids' sports, and all the rest of life, I can honestly say I am 100% sure I have had elevated cortisol for way too long. And I may (or do) struggle with depression that comes in...

What prebiotics are feeding your microflora? Hi. My name is Phil. I used to think all prebiotics are the same. I was wrong!Polyphenols are a new class of prebiotics that have gained significant attention in the health community. "Regarding their role as a prebiotic substrate, the advantages of polyphenols are attributed to the ability of the intestinal microbiota to metabolize phenolic compounds." (7)Prebiotics are not all the same. "Different prebiotics will stimulate the growth of different indigenous gut bacteria." (8)Years ago, we asked our science team to generate a prebiotic that fed the good stuff and drove out the bad...

We had no intention of launching a hair, skin, and nails product. None at all. AND THEN...My wife, who has Hashimoto's, and our science director were introduced to keraGEN-IV®. After 8 to12 weeks when their hair started to grow... a lot along with nails, eye lashes, etc. they were hooked. So, we launched Hair Complex (after our chief science director souped-it-up a bit more). Hi. My name is Phil. I am bald. I have no desire to use Hair Complex. I don't need hairier arms, legs, and chest. We created Hair Complex because all the women that my wife had...

Some of us have a really hard time not snacking. We are sort of always in a constant "grazing" mode. And while healthy foods sound great, do you know what really spikes happiness?Unhealthy foods. Do you know why? They spike happy hormones (dopamine, serotonin, etc.). You get an immediate reward from them. Hi. My name is Phil. I am a recovering food addict. I think this means I thought of food, dwelt on food, looked forward to food, and was possibly overly excited by food all the time. Do you know what destroyed all my exercise efforts for years? Eating...

Education is key to navigating the supplement industry. Let's start off with a Silver Fern™ real life example. For years, we asked customers with bad constipation/reflux issues to buy 4 bottles of Upper GI Relief, which contains 320 mg of artichoke leaf extract (ALE)/serving (1 capsule), and take 4 capsules morning and night w/meals for 90 days. 8 X 320 mg = 2,560 mg of ALE per day. It worked well. That was the best ALE we could find at that time. This March, we launched Motility. Motility contains 400 mg of ALE / 2 capsules. This is a new...

I only take 2 supplements pre-workout (before I eat).1) Creatine monohydrate (5 grams per day) 2) Gut Repair (5 grams per day)Creatine helps with:1) Improving exercise performance2) Recovery3) Increasing lean muscle4) Preventing injury 5) Reduce dehydration and cramping (13)Hi. My name is Phil. I can't say I'm a super fit person. That wouldn't be true. But I do exercise 4 to 6 days a week. I try hard. My diet is improving. And I am leaning up, which I am happy with. As research/science nerd, I do a lot of research on what I need and what I don't. Years...

The immediate response to poor fat absorption is to use an effective enzyme proven to break down fats in the right doses. They're best taken right before or at the beginning of meals. The long-term response to poor fat, protein, and carb absorption is to rebuild your gut. Hi. My name is Phil. When we first formulated Digestive Enzymes I was heavily focused on complete protein break down for maximum protein absorption. Years ago, we pulled the top branded protein powders on the market, sent them to the lab, and researched them for their absorption rates. I was stunned by...

Let's combine the science stuff with the numbers for why Vitamin K2 is skyrocketing in demand. The fast answer is HEART HEALTH. The longer answer is...1) Helping regulate calcium*2) Helping improve vessel function *3) May slow progression of vascular and valvular calcification*4) May lower the risk of artery and diabetes issues*5) Helps prevent internal and external bleeding*(13-15)Let's now apply this to us personally:None of us are getting younger.Many of us are starting to worry about getting older. Most of us don't want to age poorly. Hi, Vitamin K2! We need you. Hi. My name is Phil. I had no idea...

Oh, I'm not done yet!Did you know that acacia is especially good for those on high protein diets? It reduces the risk factors associated with high protein diets. (36, 37)Helps lower cholesterol levels. (38) Helps lower the glycemic index rating of food and drinks. Is Baobab and Acacia prebiotic fiber for everyone? Yes. But because it is low FODMAP friendly, it is especially good for those that have SIBO and IBS issues. As a gut health company, we help a lot of people with SIBO and IBS. We have essentially two paths depending on what symptoms a person has or...

Hi! I'm Phil, the bald guy at Silver Fern™. Yes, we're actually in the business of helping people. Shocking, right? But seriously, we’re here to tackle gut issues with the right approach. After over 10 years of helping customers deal with gut problems, we’ve seen a lot—trust me.Now, can we solve every gut problem ever? Nope. But when folks follow the right steps (and don't improvise), success happens! I can pretty much predict who's going to crush it and who might struggle (more on that in the slides).Our customer service team? Their mission is simple: make sure you start with...

Berberine didn’t work for me either. Until I found what did. So, when scientists introduced me to Berbevis® with aXivite®, I wasn’t excited. Why would I be? Everything else had failed. Honestly, I was skeptical. Hey, I’m Phil. I’m a "husky" guy who’s trying to be fit. I work out several times a week, but my diet? It’s a constant struggle. When I do eat healthy, the results are minimal—nothing worth bragging about. And don’t even get me started on diet products. Total scams. Lies. They never work.So when the science team brought me this new formula, I didn’t believe...

IF you have only completed the first step and you are still bloated its because you have not addressed points 2-6 yet.IF you have only started to cleanup the gut for a couple months and are still bloated it means the pathogens are not completely gone yet, inflammation still exists, and the gut barrier still needs to be rebuilt.IF you have completed both Steps 1 and 2 but are still bloated its because you may have had pancreas issues. This means you need to have established motility, built up the gut barrier, turned off the translocation of pathogens to the...

Helping with SIBO and IBS: Our SpecialtyWe’ve made helping people with SIBO and IBS our niche, and after years of study and success, it’s safe to say we’ve got it down!If you have SIBO what should you do?First things first: there are 3 types of SIBO (Hydrogen, Methane, and Hydrogen Sulfide), and it’s often tied to other issues. So, it's best to tackle those at the same time too.Your symptoms tell us a lot! Methane SIBO (also known as IMO) can slow down your system, but keep in mind that you might have slow motility in your stomach and rapid...

Just because we help people get off of the laxative forms of magnesium does not mean we don't like magnesium. I love magnesium. I take it daily. There are different types of magnesium. I love magnesium glycinate and magnesium L-Theonate for the many health benefits they offer.

Did you know doctors once told me to ditch my gallbladder to solve my digestive issues? They weren’t even sure if I needed it. Spoiler: turns out it’s pretty useful. I kept mine, and guess what? No more discomfort—no surgery required. BOOM.When we talk about gut health, we’re looking at the big picture—including the gallbladder. Our top-down approach (AKA "digestive health"), targets the whole system. We don’t claim to know all your issues—odds are, neither do you! But we’ve got you covered because the protocols assume everything is broken. Do you have gallbladder discomfort? Are you worried about it? Or...

We get asked about colostrum a lot. Here's my two cents: Colostrum is great. Works great. There's lots of good research on most of it. We like it. No problem at all. HOWEVERCleanse is just better. More binding. Higher quality. Less expensive for what you are buying. Significantly more per-ingredient specific research supporting it. It's a much better bang for your buck. And it does not have lactose/dairy issues associated with it. Do we like colostrum? I do. But we chose the ingredient in Cleanse for a reason. It works better. It's proven. That's it. This is why we chose...

Let's dive into the science and I'll do my best to NOT pick a fight.✅️Fact: If a person rapidly breaks down the offensive proteins in gluten before they cause major harm, it can both reduce the impact for people with food intolerances AND THOSE with Celiac. This is a good option to help reduce the impact of being "glutened." This is not to suggest that enzymes address Celiac Disease nor am I suggesting that a person with Celiac should not eat a strictly gluten diet. ✅️Fact: Many people that think they have a gluten intolerance, do in fact, have a...

If you address kid's issues early on they do better later on. Further, children bounce back faster than adults. This is great for us parents that are doing our best but fall short. Hi. My name is Phil. I'm the bald guy in our videos that apparently looks ornery. I have 5 children. My kids are why we started focusing on gut health. Probiotics can be a big part of this. Here is cheat sheet for you you on what you should be looking for in a children's probiotic: 1) Drives out pathogens, increases beneficial bacteria and microbes, and restores...

Obviously, a broken gut barrier allows pathogens to leak into the rest of the body, which triggers inflammation. From there, you get all sorts of issues. Silver Fern™ is a gut health company. Gut health is our area of expertise. It is what we know. We are good at it. Gut Repair is our "add on at any time" product for gut issues. Hi. My name is Phil. I'm the direct ornery looking bald guy in our videos. I got over my gut issues years ago (bad bloating, food intolerances and allergies, reflux/indigestion, etc.). I still take Gut Repair daily....

It doesn't have to be expensive.FIBER contains literally up to 3X more prebiotic fiber than traditional fiber supplement brands, 10 grams of prebiotic fiber per scoop. WOW! That's like 2 to 3 scoops to hit your daily needs in fiber. Imagine just adding 1 scoop to an already healthy diet. Did you know dietary fiber not only stimulates good bacteria (bifidobacterium, lactobacillus, prevotella, etc.), but it also suppresses pathogenic bacteria (E. coli)? 💯 (6)Did you know that low fiber increases your risk for issues like diverticulitis and IBS? Ouch! (7,8)What do you have to lose by adding an inexpensive but...

The secret isn't to get children to "take a probiotic." The secret is to get them to take the right one. Like many of you, we try to give our five children meals and encourage them to choose nutritious snacks. As you know, this process comes with some battles. With all the games and activities our children are engaged in comes "treats," the sugary kind. Holidays come with special seasonal desserts. Travel is accompanied by eating out. Everywhere we look, our children are running into options that may disrupt their gut health, which then affects them. So, we work hard...

When in doubt:1) Assume everything is a cause2) Help the entire system top-to-bottom3) Make sure motility is activated in step 1 and detox pathways are open before doing a thorough cleanup4) Take the time needed to thoroughly clean the entire system of the issue (quick and fast can cause lingering issues that build up a resistance)5) Once motility is activated and the stomach lining is strong again, use a pull apart and binding action against H. pylori (as well as other pathogens)6) Assume you have more than just H. pylori. H. pylori overgrowth commonly overlaps with SIBO (bacterial overgrowth), candida...

I fully admit I rub many folks the wrong way. My filter switch is broken. And I feel more comfortable with people knowing everything. It is a safer place for me. I don't have anything to hide. I don't really care what people think because I know EVERYONE is screwing up on a regular basis so why should I spend my time worrying about what others think? BUT...My objective is pure. I built Silver Fern™ to help people. 100% true. I am a total capitalist and I believe in capitalism. But Silver Fern™ (for me) is all about helping people....

Hi, I'm Phil. After years of helping people, I've noticed one HUGE mistake that keeps popping up:People think there's only one issue.Test results, symptoms—they all seem to point to one problem. So, they tackle that one issue and then wonder why they still have symptoms. Happens every day.Here's the truth:Most people don’t have just one issue. They have multiple, overlapping problems that involve the entire digestive system. (Surprise! Everything's connected, so one area affects the others.)We used to play the Whac-A-Mole game, too: Fix one thing, then the next, then back to the first thing... and on it goes. It's...

We care about organic, non-GMO, and natural certifications. Obviously. Our science team are sticklers for quality—like, obsessive. But you won’t see us plastering those claims all over. Why? Because while those labels are cute, what really matters to us is the COA (certificate of authentication) and third-party testing that proves the product is safe and effective. AND THEN we really need to see that the ingredients are actually backed by gold-standard clinical research. Spoiler alert: A lot of “science” looks good on paper but doesn’t actually do much in real life. Oh, and by the way, we make sure the...

Several years ago, I also struggled with severe stomach issues: reflux, heartburn, nausea, and stomach pain. Now, I can eat whatever I want without any problems. I've been pain-free for years, and I no longer rely on acid blockers.Hi, my name is Phil. We started Silver Fern™ to help my daughter with her severe stomach pain, bloating, and constipation caused by AMPS (Amplified Musculoskeletal Pain Syndrome). As we delved deeper, we realized that issues like slow motility aren't limited to the colon or constipation alone. They often involve the stomach and small intestine as well, leading to conditions like GERD,...

"Just stop eating so much, exercise, and eat healthy. Do that and you will lose the weight!" "Eating and exercise is the answer. Do that and you'll stop overeating." These comments comes up a lot in post comments. FACT: If you stop eating so much you will likely be able to lose weight easier.FACT: Exercise helps with weight loss.FACT: Eating healthy helps with weight loss. Now that all the acknowledgements are out of the way, let's deal in the day-to-day reality for most of us. FACT: I exercise 5 to 6 days a week and eat healthy. I still really...

Hi. My name is Phil. I have personally helped people one-on-one for years now with a wide range of issues. In Utah (where we live), we get a lot of LDS missionaries who have served ecclesiastical missions in foreign countries where they have developed or contracted many parastic or major gut imbalances. We see a lot of "major imbalance" issues (parasites, candida, SIBO, IBS, IBD, skin problems, chronic constipation, major diarrhea, etc.) So, you might say we "practice" what we do a lot. We know what works because we help a lot of people one-on-one. Here are some points that...

Nothing makes eating healthy and exercising better than seeing results. Nothing makes eating a healthy diet easier than feeling full from it and not feeling like you are starving. Hi. I'm Phil. I'd be lying if I said, "Gut health will make you super skinny and lean. Improved gut health is the answer to losing weight." I have tried it for 9 years now. Reflux, heartburn, and bloating gone! No more sinus infections. Gone. I can eat what I want. Food freedom. COVID didn't do crap to me. But I'll be damned if I still couldn't drop the extra weight....

Do you know what makes eating healthy and exercising actually work?Metabolism!And what helps you avoid that "always starving" feeling?Metabolism!Let's be real—the goal is to look good, not just shrink away, right? That's where Metabolism comes in.Sure, there are some popular weight loss meds out there. People drop pounds fast—but it all goes, butt and everything!For about 7 to 8 years, I've tried every award-winning "weight loss" ingredient (from the US to Europe). Seriously, I've tested almost all of them. Nada. I started thinking my fat was glued to my bones! You could say I'm more "husky" by nature. 😂Then, a...

For years, you've been asking for something that helps with "weight loss." So, we thought, why not tweak that a little? How about this: "I want to look lean, healthy, and muscular. I want to look good." Sounds better, right?Now, we know there are some super popular meds out there that promise quick weight loss (muscles and all). But we decided to take a different path. What if we focused on burning fat, boosting lean muscle, and skipping all those stomach issues? What if there was something that actually supports your gut—strengthens the gut barrier, kicks out the bad stuff,...