Evidence reviews for better gut decisions

Decode your gut.
Reclaim your energy.

Chronic bloating, unexplained fatigue, brain fog that won’t clear? We examine the evidence behind gut-health claims — so you can ask better questions, make safer decisions, and know when professional care matters.

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A parasite cleanse will fix your bloating
Not supported Symptoms alone can’t
diagnose parasites
How we review

Gut-health claims, evaluated without the hype

Common symptoms have many possible causes. We separate evidence, uncertainty, and marketing so you can choose safer next steps.

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Start with the right question

Bloating, fatigue, and brain fog are real but nonspecific. They do not diagnose parasites, heavy metals, or a damaged microbiome.

  • Persistent bloating after meals
  • Afternoon energy crashes
  • Brain fog & difficulty concentrating
02

Check the science, not the story

We review material claims against primary and authoritative sources, explain uncertainty, and emphasize safer next steps.

  • Claim-level citations
  • Evidence limits disclosed
  • Safety-first approach
03

Decide with practical support

Compare evidence, product labels, alternatives, and red flags before deciding whether a supplement or test is worth considering.

  • Current labels and quality checks
  • Alternatives and warning signs
  • Questions for your clinician
Start your journey

Choose your starting guide

Start with the evidence review that best matches your question. Each guide shows how strong the underlying science actually is.

Evidence review

Do parasite cleanses work?

Why symptoms cannot diagnose parasites, how testing works, and what herbal cleanse claims leave out.

Evidence for claimsWeak
  • What symptoms can and cannot show
  • How appropriate testing works
  • Risks and safer next steps
Read the evidence guide
Comparison guide

Heavy metal detox guide

What studies show — and do not show — about zeolite, chlorella, and cilantro, plus why suspected exposure needs professional evaluation.

Evidence for claimsMixed
  • Binder comparison chart
  • Evidence quality explained
  • When medical testing matters
Compare the evidence
Buyer’s framework

How to choose a probiotic

How to compare probiotic strains, CFUs, storage, product quality, evidence, and safety.

Evidence for claimsStrain-dependent
  • Full strain identification
  • Prebiotic food guide
  • Storage and safety checks
Learn how to choose
Our foundation

Trusted research, transparent methods

Material health claims should connect to relevant evidence. We show our sources, limits, and corrections.

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Claims reviewed against evidence
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Primary studies cited
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Material claims source-linked
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Corrections published openly

Linked

Sources cited for every material claim

Clear

Evidence limits disclosed up front

Primary

Peer-reviewed sources prioritized

Visible

Corrections and disclosures published

Our commitment: we link material claims to relevant sources, explain important limits, and publish corrections when needed. We don’t sell supplements — we review the evidence behind them.

Latest research

Evidence reviews & practical guides

In-depth, evidence-based guides with direct links to peer-reviewed studies.

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Common questions

Before you buy another supplement

The questions we get most often — answered the way we answer everything: with evidence.

Can my symptoms tell me if I have parasites?+
No. Bloating, fatigue, and brain fog are real but nonspecific — they have many possible causes. Parasitic infection is diagnosed with appropriate testing ordered by a clinician, not symptom checklists.
Do detox binders like zeolite actually work?+
Most supporting data comes from lab or animal studies, not human trials. Suspected heavy-metal exposure warrants professional evaluation and validated testing — not an over-the-counter binder. Our comparison guide walks through what each study actually measured.
How do you decide what counts as evidence?+
We prioritize peer-reviewed human research and authoritative sources (NIH, PubMed-indexed journals), cite sources at the claim level, disclose the limits of what a study can show, and publish corrections when we get something wrong.
Do you sell supplements or take sponsorships?+
We don’t sell supplements. Where affiliate links exist they are disclosed, and they never change a verdict — our editorial and corrections policies are published for anyone to read.
Start here

Stop guessing.
Start checking the evidence.

Pick the guide that matches your question and see what the science actually supports — and what it doesn’t.

Important medical disclaimer

This website provides educational information only and is not intended as medical advice. The content on CleanseCode.com has not been evaluated by the FDA. Nothing on this site is intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider before starting any new health protocol, supplement regimen, or dietary change. Individual results may vary. Read our full medical disclaimer.