FAQs
Do I have to wait to start ProLon after completing a round of antibiotics?
The impact of ProLon on antibiotics (or antibiotics on ProLon) has not been evaluated, but there do not appear to be any concerns with beginning ProLon 10-15 days after you have completed your course of antibiotics and symptoms have completely resolved. If you have any concerns, please check with your healthcare provider. Do not use ProLon if you have signs of an active infection, or are at risk for recurrent infections. Read more...
Do we have a recommended ketone range during ProLon?
We do not have a recommended ketone range during ProLon mainly because although ketone measurement can indicate physiological fasting, it is not a complete indication of fasting, and is not an indicator of the molecular (cellular) fasting which ProLon also triggers. While data on ketones was not collected in the clinical trials for ProLon, many people do reach full functional ketosis (1.5mmol/dL or greater) during the fast, though it may fluctuate during the diet. Many things can impact measured ketones in the blood stream or urine, so if you do... Read more...
Why do I feel constipated or bloated?
Any significant change in diet can lead to changes in the gut, which may contribute to feelings of bloating and gassiness. If you typically consume a high fiber diet, or a diet high in carbohydrates (which tend to draw water into the gut), you may become a bit constipated while using ProLon, and this can lead to bloating. Read more...
Can I do ProLon during platelet-rich-plasma therapy (PRP), stem cell therapy, other infusions like Remicade, or chelation therapy?
ProLon has not been evaluated in combination with any of these procedures. Please discuss with your healthcare provider, who may recommend waiting several days after finishing ProLon or any other low-calorie diet prior to any medical procedure, and waiting several days after any medical procedure to begin ProLon, as well as not using ProLon during any medical procedures. Additionally, all people with serious medical conditions should consult with their physician before any changes to diet or lifestyle, including use of ProLon. Read more...
Can I use ProLon if I am on a low-lectin diet?
Most people who follow a low-lectin diet try to omit lectins entirely, including legumes, nightshade vegetables, and certain grains. ProLon does contain lectins, however we believe the health benefits outweigh the concerns for most people, and most people tolerate ProLon well, without any side effects directly attributable to the lectins. It is ultimately up to you to determine if ProLon has too many lectins for your particular dietary needs. Unfortunately, there are no good substitutes for any of the items in the program at this time, but it may be possible... Read more...
What if I cannot swallow pills?
While the NR-1 is technically time-release coated, its disintegration time is about 15-20 minutes (that is, while still in the stomach). Because of this, it’s fine to put the NR-1 in the soup, water, or an herbal tea and let it dissolve. The algal oil supplements can be cut open and squeezed onto a spoon. Read more...
What if I am on hormone replacement therapy?
We cannot provide medical advice, including whether or not you can or should use ProLon if you are on hormone replacement therapy, or any other therapy, medical treatment, or prescription. If you are on hormone replacement therapy (or any other prescription), you should consult your healthcare provider before starting any dietary program or lifestyle change. Read more...
Can fasting help with depression?
The effect of fasting on depression is an area of ongoing research, and there is a lot of interest in this topic. However, there have been no published studies evaluating the impact of ProLon on depression. Please contact your healthcare provider for guidance on using ProLon if you suffer from short- or long-term depression symptoms or any other mood disorders. Read more...
Can ProLon help my microbiome?
The impact of fasting on the gut microbiome is still being evaluated. All currently published data on ProLon and the gut microbiome is preclinical (tested in animals, but not humans yet), so we cannot speculate on the impact it may have. If you have questions related to gut microbiome, your medical or health status, and use of fasting or ProLon, please contact your healthcare provider for individual medical direction and advice. Read more...
Does ProLon improve “leaky gut”?
ProLon has not been evaluated for its impact on “leaky gut” and we cannot comment on what the outcome may be. Read more...
Can I use ProLon if I have a history of kidney stones?
You should discuss this question with your healthcare provider, who may advise against using ProLon, or who may have specific recommendations for you during ProLon use regarding fluid intake and medication adjustments. Note that the quantities of food in ProLon are low overall, but some of the components do contain oxalate, which can be a concern for people with certain kinds of kidney stones. Additionally, one of the known potential risks of fasting is dehydration, which can increase risk of stones in individuals who are predisposed. Read more...
Are there any studies of polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) and fasting/ProLon?
We do not have any published clinical trial information on PCOS and ProLon use, and cannot make any medical recommendations about the management of PCOS with ProLon at this time. We are looking forward to starting a trial at some point in the future. In the meantime, as with all medical conditions, please consult your healthcare provider before using ProLon. We may have open research studies on PCOS and ProLon, which you can find by reviewing the Clinical Trials page at L-Nutra.com. Read more...