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Ache Less Oil

2009-08-25T21:10:00.003+08:00

Ache Less Oil - Nature's Fast Pain Relief Remedy
(Delivery : Minimum purchase of 4 bottles)

Ache Less, a 100% natural blend of herbs with jojoba oil, is both fast & effective in relieving aches and pains. It is helpful for the following conditions:

• Muscular & Joints aches/pains in rheumatism & arthritis
• Stiff Neck & Shoulder ache
• Back ache & Muscle strain
• Knee & Leg pain
• Frozen Arm
• Headache
• Trigger Finger
• Inflammation
• Poor Blood Circulation
• Feeling Cold & Numb
• Poor Sleep
• Flatulence

User Testimonies

"My right foot begins to ache when I woke up in the morning on the 9 Jan 2010. I was quite worried and told my wife that I may not be able to perform the dancing item at Boon Lay Shopping Centre on the same day at 7 pm. Suddenly I remembered the Ache Less Oil which was given to me by my colleague Mrs Rose Wong. Without hesitation, I quickly apply a few drops and gently rub at the affected parts of my foot. At around 3 pm I felt 90 % of the pain had gone. I felt wonderful and with confidence I applied again. By around 6 pm I felt fully recovered. I was very happy and told my wife that I have no problem in performing the dance. I have spread this good news to all my colleagues and they are asking me to order on their behalf." Mr Peter Bian, Singapore

"My work requires me to be working in front of the computer for at least 8 to 9 hours daily. After a hard day work, normally my neck will be very stiff and painful. I will always apply tiger oil or other ointment to stop the pain, or drowning myself with Panadol Extend. After Mr Woon recommended to me on the Acheless Oil, which I will apply when necessary, I realized that it really works. Within seconds, the stiffness and pain gone and I can be afresh after. Since I have bought the Acheless Oil….I have not a day having those same problems again.”Mrs Ulna Sum, Singapore

"With back and shoulders that are stiffer than sportsmen, I often had to go to my chiropractitioner for sports massage, e.g. 1 - 2 times a month. I've always asked my chiro to use the Ache Less oil during the massage and even he said that my muscles are relaxing more. At times when I am too busy to go to my chiro and when I am in pain, just by rubbing in a few drops of the oil, my pain disappears. It works wonders for my teenagers too when they come home sore from their dancing CCA. Many thanks and I would recommend this oil without hesitation.”Ms Linda Yeong, Singapore

"It relieves muscle pain as well as knee pain. It has an aroma fragrance and makes you feel relax and smells good at all time… I'm glad that I am pain and strain free after using the Ache Less." Mrs Halimah Hassan, Singapore

"…The favorite has to be your miracle blended essence oil: Ache Less! My staff and colleagues have tried it on their aching muscles and we all love it." Ms Karen Shiu, Singapore

200mg of Zen

2009-08-25T21:00:00.003+08:00

200mg of Zen

Natural support for Awake Calmness
(Hypoallergenic)
60 vegetarian capsules

The Possible Benefits of 200mg of Zen, a Dietary Supplement

• May help support healthy emotional status*

• May support a feeling of general relaxation without sedation*

• May promote healthy moods during times of hormonal change*

200mg of Zen contains a significant quantity of both gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA) and theanine (glutamic acid gamma-ethylamide), an amino acid derivative found naturally in green tea (Camellia sinensis). These 2 dietary supplement ingredients may together support healthy moods and a feeling of alert relaxation.*

Research has shown that dietary components can modulate the body’s levels of neurotransmitters, e.g. serotonin, dopamine, norepinephrine, and GABA. Alterations in the levels of these neurotransmitters, perhaps induced by metabolic stress or vitamin deficiencies, e.g. vitamin B6, can significantly influence mood and emotional status, as well as motor function.*

GABA is the major inhibitory neurotransmitter in the brain and is active at 20% of central nervous system (CNS) synapses. GABA, via its neuronal A receptor, inhibits neurons by causing an influx of chloride ions. This chloride influx initiated by GABA is known to be part of the bodily mechanisms involved with mood, muscle relaxation and sedation.* A decrease in GABA’s function as an inhibitory mediator or a dysregulated sensitivity of GABA receptors can lead to excessive neuronal activity.*

Theanine, an amino acid derivative found naturally in green tea (Camellia sinensis), is also recognized to have calming properties.* Human studies have demonstrated that dietary theanine supplementation increases alpha wave activity, fostering a state of alert relaxation.* Animal studies have also shown that administration of theanine regulates brain serotonin concentration by affecting either serotonin synthesis or degradation in the brain.* It has been hypothesized that serotonin facilitates general and conditioned anxiety at the level of medial temporal lobe structures.

The calming effect of this tea component may seem contradictory to the stimulatory properties of green tea’s caffeine content, however research suggests that theanine exerts an antagonistic effect on caffeine’s stimulatory action.* Although L-theanine is a component of green tea, 200mg of Zen does not contain caffeine.

Serving Size: 2 capsules
Servings per container: 30
Amount per serving:
GABA (Gamma-Aminobutyric acid) 550 mg
L-Theanine 200 mg
Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, cellulose, L-leucine, silicon dioxide.
Contains Suntheanine®, pure L-theanine from Taiyo International, Inc.

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, 1 or 2 capsules daily between meals, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Product Cautions: Do not drive or operate machinery when taking.

Contraindicated with drugs or use only under the supervision of a healthcare practitioner

*As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

5HTP (L-5-Hydroxytryptophan)

2009-08-25T20:55:00.005+08:00

5HTP
(L-5-Hydroxytryptophan)

(Hypoallergenic)

150 vegetarian capsules

The Possible Benefits of 5HTP, a Dietary Supplement
• Provides the direct precursor to serotonin and melatonin
• Supports healthy thinking, eating, and sleeping patterns*
• Provides nutritional support for normal metabolic regulation*

L-5-Hydroxytryptophan (5-HTP) is an intermediate neurotransmitter, converted from the essential amino acid L-tryptophan in the body, and converted to 5-hydroxytryptamine (serotonin) and N-acetyl-5-methoxytryptamine (mela-tonin). It is a key component in the complex chain of brain interactions that regulates our moods and sleeping patterns.*

The neurotransmitter serotonin plays an important role in our affective states. Low levels of serotonin have been associated with carbohydrate cravings and weight gain, mood and sleep disorders, and substance dependence. Because 5-HTP readily crosses the blood-brain barrier and converts to serotonin, 5-HTP has undergone much research regarding serotonin metabolism, which indicate it can play a supportive role in normal bodily functions.*

After L-tryptophan was removed from the U.S. market in 1989 due to a contaminated batch, 5-HTP emerged to fill the gap. Very small amounts of 5-HTP are found in foods, including bananas, tomatoes, plums, avocados, eggplants, walnuts and pineapples. We obtain our 5-HTP from the seed of Griffonia simplicifolia, commonly used in the preparation of lectins (pharmaceutical-grade compounds used in blood typing for transfusions and bone marrow transplants). When 5-HTP is produced properly, there is no evidence that the pure substance itself can cause eosinophilia-myalgia syndrome.* Every lot of Allergy Research Group 5-HTP is carefully tested to ensure its purity and to guarantee the absence of contaminants.

Caution: 5-HTP should not be used concurrently with any antidepressant. 5-HTP should be avoided by those with elevated cardiovascular risk, coronary artery disease, carcinoid tumor, stroke or arterial spasm, and by pregnant women and nursing mothers. Large doses of 5-HTP can trigger excess serotonin formation in peripheral tissues, with possible adverse reactions. Use only as directed.

Servings Per Container: 150
Serving Size: 1 capsule
Amount Per Serving:
L-5-Hydroxytryptophan 50mg
Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, cellulose, L-leucine.

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, 1 capsule one to three times daily, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

This nutrient is of the highest quality and purity obtainable, free of all common allergens (antigens), and do not contain preservatives, diluents, or artificial additives.

As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Acetyl-L-Carnitine

2009-08-25T18:17:00.003+08:00

Acetyl-L-Carnitine
60 vegetarian capsules

One of the most effective nutrients in enhancing mental quickness, acetyl-L-carnitine (ALC) has been used for years in Europe. This powerful cousin of L-Carnitine has been dubbed "The King of Carnitines" because of its ability to improve brain function while still providing all the benefits that L-Carnitine is known for. When you add an acetyl group to an amino acid (e.g. N Acetyl Cysteine, Acetyl L-Tyrosine or Acetyl L-Carnitine) you make it more soluble in blood serum so more of the amino gets absorbed. About 7.5 to 10.2% of the carnitine in the body is in the form of ALC.

In addition to improving solubility, the acetyl group helps provide additional benefits when using ALC.
• ALC is able to help remove lipofuscin (cellular garbage) deposits in heart and brain tissue.
• It retards the decline of NMDA neurotransmitter receptors that naturally occurs as we age.
• The Mitochondrial DNA theory of Aging is based on damage to mitochondrial DNA. ALC slows the rate of mDNA damage.
• For Intermittent Claudication patients, 2,000 to 4,000 mg of ALC per day improves walking distance without pain.
• After a stroke, ALC (especially in combination with Lipoic Acid) protects against many of strokes after effects.
• Like its L-Carnitine cousin, ALC helps ferry fatty acids from the bloodstream into the mitochondria, supporting patients with congestive heart failure.
• ALC helps prevent glycosylation (AGE) damage to the optic nerve and in those patients with cataracts, glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy, thereby helping support the body functionally.
• ALC seems to slow or reverse the decline in cholinergic receptors (those that use acetylcholine) that comes with normal aging. This action helps maintain a good memory.
• ALC enhances the release of the neurotransmitter, dopamine and improves dopamine’s binding to its receptors.
• ALC improves attention span and improves the mood (possibly through dopaminergic action).
• ALC helps inhibit neuronal degeneration seen in neuropathy, including diabetic neuropathy.
• ALC enhances short-term, long-term and spatial memory, as well as verbal fluency.

* Research shows acetyl-L-carnitine combined with alpha-lipoic acid can increase energy levels and improve memory in aging laboratory rats. Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences. Feb.19, 2002:99:2264-2269.

Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Amount Per Serving % Daily Value
Acetyl-L-Carnitine (acetyl-L-carnitine HCI) 500 mg *
Other Ingredients: Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (vegetarian capsule).

Recommended Dosage: one to six capsules per day in divided doses on an empty stomach

Product Cautions: None

Contains no added sugar, starch, salt, wheat, gluten, corn, coloring, dairy products, flavoring or preservatives.

* As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Age Spot Lightener

2009-08-25T17:58:00.009+08:00

Age Spot Lightener
30 ml

• Concentrated serum with pure hyaluronic acid and Phyttallume
• Helps Lighten Age Spots
• Reduces the appearance of melanin-related age spots
• Naturally inhibits melanin production
• No harsh chemicals
• Contains organically-grown alphine plant extracts
• Paraben Free
• Non GMO/Vegan Friendly
• Soothes, nourishes and hydrates while reducing age spot colour
• Your Skin will Love It!

Age Spot Lightener with Phytallume™ is a highly concentrated serum that hydrates and rejuvenates the skin while diminishing the appearance of melanin-induced age spots. Age Spot Lightener features pure hyaluronic acid, nature’s own super-moisturizer and a blend of organically-grown plant extracts that significantly lightens age spots without harsh chemicals.

Age-related changes to skin colour fall into two general categories: those resulting from the accumulation of advanced glycation end products (AGEs) and lipofuscin, and those related to overproduction of melanin, the skin's natural protective pigment. Continuous exposure to sunlight can affect the regulatory mechanisms of melanocytes, the skin's pigment-producing cells, allowing them to produce excessive amounts of melanin.

Melanin-derived age spots typically appear on the face, hands, arms and other parts of the body that are exposed to the sun. They are more common in persons with fair skin, and usually appear after age 40 as the skin's ability to recover from UV-generated damage begins to diminish. In a sense, they are better thought of as "sun spots" since exposure to the sun's rays is the principal cause of their appearance.

Melanocytes produce melanin by accumulating the amino acid tyrosine and converting it, in a series of biochemical reactions, to melanin. The first step in this process requires an enzyme called tyrosinase. Availability of tyrosinase determines how much melanin is produced, and inhibiting tyrosinase activity can be an effective way to reduce the hyper-pigmentation that brings about age spots.

Phytallume™ is a blend of natural plant extracts that reduces the colour intensity of age spots by inhibiting the tyrosinase activity. Phytallume™ development is the result of a research program in which dozens of plants were screened for their tyrosinase-inhibiting potential. Of the plants tested, 15 were selected for their exceptional in vitro activity and were subsequently tested on cell cultures. In the cell cultures, seven of the plants demonstrated significant tyrosinase inhibition. Phytallume™ is a blend of extracts of these seven plants, combined in a precise, synergistic ratio for maximum benefit. In vitro, ex vivo and in vivo tests verify that Phytallume™ effectively reduces tyrosinase activity and inhibits melanin biosynthesis.

Age Spot Lightener combines the tyrosinase-inhibiting action of Phytallume™ with pure hyaluronic acid, nature's own super-moisturizer, in a highly concentrated serum that hydrates and rejuvenates the skin while diminishing the appearance of age spots.

Age Spot Lightener contains no synthetic ingredients or harsh chemicals, is paraben-free, non GMO and vegan friendly.

Ingredients:
Phytallume™ (water, vegetable glycerin, malva sylvestris (mallow extract), primula veris extract, alchemilla vulgaris extract, melissa officinalis extract, achillea milefolium extract), sodium hyaluronate (hyaluronic acid), xanthan gum, silicate, chamomile extract, green tea extract, glucose, glucose oxidase, lactoperoxidase.

Usage:
Twice daily after cleansing, apply a few drops to the back of the hand and apply to desired areas. We limit the number of emulsifiers in our products, so if you notice separation in the serum, shake well before using. To avoid contamination, use caution when removing the dropper from the bottle, avoiding any surface or object other than the inside of the bottle. Allow product to fall on your fingertip from the dropper.

For external use only. Do not use if seal is broken.

Hyaluronic Acid
Nature's Skin Rejuvenator
By Kimberly Pryor

Human skin can speak volumes about ones health, and indeed is a reflection of inner health the vast majority of time. Yet, sometimes no matter what steps a person takes his or her skin looks older than desired. This can be the result of stress, excess sun exposure, insufficient antioxidants, metabolic conditions and a myriad of other factors. This does not necessarily mean that a person is not healthy on the inside, yet the skin may not fully embody that radiant glow from within. It is not necessary to passively accept this reflection of a person's inner level of wellness.

Many people have turned to an external solution to reduce the appearance of aging. Americans spent just under $12.5 billion on cosmetic procedures in 2004. There were nearly 11.9 million surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures performed in 2004, according to the most comprehensive survey to date of U.S. physicians and surgeons by the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS). Surgical procedures represented 18 percent of the total, and non-surgical procedures were 82 percent of the total. From 2003-2004, there was a 44 percent increase in the total number of cosmetic procedures. Surgical procedures increased by 17 percent, and non-surgical procedures increased by 51 percent. Since 1997, there has been a 465 percent increase in the total number of cosmetic procedures. Surgical procedures increased by 118 percent, and nonsurgical procedures increased by 764 percent. Over 882,000 injected HA procedures were performed in 2004 alone. There are, however, a number of natural ways we can improve our skin health without going “under the knife.” In this article, I will explain how a topical preparation of pure Hyaluronic Acid (HA) can help replenish this critical skin-supporting nutrient that declines with the aging process.

Where is Hyaluronic Acid located in the body?
Eyes, Gums, Hair, Skin and Joints

Hyaluronic Acid's Role in Health
Hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance within the body that belongs to the class of compounds known as glycosaminoglycans (GAGs). In addition to HA, GAGs also include chondroitin sulfate, dermatin sulfate, keratin sulfate, heparin, and heparin sulfate. Some of the unique qualities of HA arise from the fact that it is the only GAG that is exclusively non-sulfated. Molecules of HA consist of repeating units of N-acetylglucosamine and glucuronic acid. Clinically the decline in the body’s concentration of HA with aging have long been of interest. Though this paper is dedicated to the discussion of HA and skin health, it is imperative to appreciate that drops in quantity, quality and distribution of HA across the spectrum of body tissue types occur. Therefore, it is logical that we would supplement the skin directly with HA just as we would use it internally to nourish joints, eyes, or any other body part.1

It is clearly documented in the research literature that the elastic properties of joint fluid and connective tissue decrease with age.2 Likewise a decrease in the presence of HA in eye tissue after the fifth decade is believed to contribute to increased retinal disorders.3 Furthermore older individuals with glaucoma were found to have virtually no HA in areas of the optic nerve, while similar changes were not found in either age-matched persons with normal sight, or in younger individuals. 4-5

How Age Damages Skin
The skin is the largest organ and detoxification organ in the body. It serves as dynamic packaging to contain and protect the 75 trillion cells that make up the body. It is comprised of the epidermis, the dermis below, and then the subcutaneous layer. The epidermis keeps producing new cells that push to the top of the skin surface. There are approximately 19 million skin cells on every square inch of your body. Changes that occur within the skin during the aging process decrease the ability to detoxify, convert sunlight into vitamin D, fend off infections and alter the ability of our skin to be resilient to injury.

During the aging process HA becomes more tightly tissue-associated with advancing age. In a baby, for example, 7 percent of the HA is tissue-associated, whereas the amount increases to 23 percent in senescent (aging) skin. Additionally, with age HA accumulates in deeper layers of skin over time. With increasing age, HA levels drop significantly in the epidermis, resulting in the dryness associated with aged skin.6 Clinically, this can be referred to as the “plum to prune, grape to raisin phenomenon.” This change in distribution and cellular allocation generates significant problems in wound healing and comprises the body's ability to deal with inflammatory diseases involving the skin.7

Young skin is smooth and elastic and contains a large amount of hyaluronic acid that helps the skin look healthy. As we grow older, the ability of the skin to produce hyaluronic acid decreases and the amount of hyaluronic acid begins to fall. Since hyaluronic acid helps to bind water, the ability of the skin to retain water also declines with age. As a result, the skin becomes drier, thinner, and less able to restore itself. The loss of skin fullness also means that the skin becomes looser. This leads to wrinkling and the older appearance of the skin.

The epidermis protects our bodies from heat, cold, infections and buffers us from the outside environment. The condition of the epidermis determines how the skin looks and also how well the skin absorbs and holds moisture. The dermis represents 90 percent of the thickness of the skin (the epidermis above it makes up the other 10 percent). Collagen makes up 70 percent of the dry weight of the dermis. The dry part is the key, since HA hydrates the dermis so effectively that it is about 70 percent water, representing 15-18 percent of the total body water. Hyaluronic acid within the dermis normally hydrates it, providing elasticity to prevent wrinkles. Since HA chemically attracts water, topical HA (as well as oral) can help by increasing endogenous HA in the dermis or by attracting a water layer on top of the skin surface to protect against water loss.

Here's an overview of how the dermis breaks down during the aging process:
• The number of collagen fibers in the dermis decreases.
• The structural attachment between the dermis and the epidermis, which is the outermost layer of the skin, deteriorates with the aging process.
• Skin HA content decreases as we age.
• Dermatan sulfate declines during the aging process.
• Fibroblasts within the dermis decline by about 50 percent by age eighty.
• UV-A and UV-B radiation from the sun are absorbed cumulatively by the skin, which can damage the dermis, causing wrinkles.

HA production typically increases during processes such as wound healing, cell migration, and blood vessel creation. During wound healing, HA is thought to open the provisional fibrin matrix in the early stages, allowing for new cells to fill the wound and remodel the tissues. Although HA is non-adhesive to cells alone, several cell surface receptors for HA have been identified on several cell types and are postulated to have several biological effects. The most common of these receptors is called CD44, which is present on vascular endothelial cells where it is thought to be necessary for building blood vessels and the protective insulating myelin layer on neurons in the nervous system. The blood vessel building properties of HA further explains its importance in wound healing. After all, it is the blood vessels that serve as the highways and byways for nutrient delivery for the repair of damaged tissues. Without the ability for cellular building blocks to be delivered all the supplementation in the world won't get the job done as the trillion cells that comprise your body seek to maintain and regain their optimal integrity and function.

Since collagen makes up 70 percent of the dry weight of the dermis layer of the skin, it's no surprise that collagen is essential for wound healing. Hyaluronidase breaks down both HA and collagen. Collagen is also broken down by the enzyme collagenase. As we age, our fibroblasts produce more collagenase than young fibroblasts, breaking down the body's stores of collagen faster.

Strategies for Youthful Skin
Lifestyle factors are critical for maintaining healthy skin. Smoking can cause dryness and premature aging of the skin. Sun exposure is associated with an increased risk of skin cancer, premature aging, and hyperpigmentation of the skin, requiring a limit to sun exposure and the use of sunscreen during prolonged exposure. Clinically, exercise has been shown to help promote a radiant, glowing complexion. Optimal intake and assimilation of nutrients is also essential for promoting healthy skin. A deficiency of omega-3 fatty acids and essential fatty acids (EFAs) is often manifested as dry, flaky skin and a predisposition to inflammatory conditions, such as eczema. Vitamin A in an appropriate amount also is a crucial nutrient for healing tissues and regenerating epithelial tissues including the skin. A vitamin A deficiency can be manifested as follicular hyperkeratosis, poor wound healing, and acne. Vitamin E can prevent scarring from blemishes and incisions. Vitamin C is an important nutrient for the skin, both internally and topically, because the vitamin helps to inhibit free-radical damage and promotes collagen production. The B vitamins promote skin health and offer stress relief, with vitamin B6 being particularly helpful for preventing premenstrual acne. A zinc deficiency is common in acne and other skin problems. Finally, plenty of filtered or spring water also helps the body to remove wastes and keep the skin hydrated and healthy.

While making sure our bodies are nourished with each of the nutrients mentioned above, it is equally important to give our skin the tools necessary for rebuilding collagen and instituting cellular repair. Using a topical HA serum can have dramatic effects on skin health. Bio-identical HA, when topically applied, can buffer the decreased production of HA that occurs with the aging process. Topical HA can serve as a hydrating agent, rejuvenating skin and improving the tone and appearance by enhancing the skin’s ability to retain moisture. Applying a special HA serum that has a light, non-oily texture, can soothe skin, smooth fine lines and reduce wrinkles.

References
1. Ly DH, Lockhart DJ, Lerner RA, et al. Mitotic misregulation and human aging. Science. 2000;287:2486-2492.
2. Balazs EA. Viscoelastic properties of hyaluronic acid and biological lubrication. Univ Mich Med Cent J. 1968;:255-259.
3. Tate DJ Jr, Oliver PD, Miceli MV, et al. Age-dependent change in the hyaluronic acid content of the human chorioretinal complex. Arch Ophthalmol. 1993;111:963-967.
4. Gong H, Ye W, Freddo TF, et al. Hyaluronic acid in the normal and glaucomatous optic nerve. Exp Eye Res. 1997;64:587-595.
5. Knepper PA, Goossens W, Hvizd M, et al. Glycosaminoglycans of the human trabecular meshwork in primary open-angle glaucoma. Invest Ophthalmol Vis Sci. 1996;37:1360-1367.
6. Meyer LJ, Stern R. Age-dependent changes of hyaluronan in human skin. J Invest Dermatol. 1994;102:385-389.
7. Juhlin L. Hyaluronan in skin. J Intern Med. 1997;242:61-66.

* As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Aller-Aid Formula II

2009-08-25T17:53:00.003+08:00

Aller-Aid Formula II
Mineral Product
(Hypoallergenic)
100 vegetarian capsules

A formulation providing a well tolerated source of selenium and other nutrients. Prepared solely from pure, high-mineral kelp. Contains traces of selenium, potassium, iron, phosphorus, magnesium, calcium, copper, silicon, zinc, manganese, vanadium, cobalt and boron, provided by the kelp. Originally formulated for persons who are initially unable to tolerate Selenium Solution.

Iodine
Iodine is a trace element required in the diet for several physiological functions. Iodine deficiency is a world-wide problem and is associated with numerous health conditions such as hypothyroidism, an enlarged thyroid called a goiter, congenital hypothyroidism known as cretinism, cognitive disorders, neurological disorders, and breast disease.

Iodine is incorporated into thyroid hormone precursors, which further combine to form the thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodthyronine (T3). An enlarged thyroid, or goiter, is the most overt sign of iodine deficiency. Hypothyroidism due to iodine deficiency presents with a decrease in thyroid hormones as well as decreased thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH).

Iodine deficiency can be caused by several factors such as low levels of iodine in the soil or water in particular areas and ingestion of large amounts of goitrogens (substances that block iodine absorption and inhibit the thyroid gland). Common goitrogens include cruciferous vegetables, cassava, millet, and soya flour.

Selenium
Selenium is known to be essential to activate various key enzymes, such as the antioxidant glutathione peroxidise (GPX), the metabolic enzyme thioredoxin reductase, and the thyroid-hormone-activating enzyme iodothyronine deiodinase. In the production of thyroid hormones, hydrogen peroxide is produced, and in excessive amounts may lead to damage of thyroid cells. Thus, GPX (and selenium) plays an important role in degrading hydrogen peroxide and limiting the damage to the thyroid cells.

A combination of selenium and iodine deficiency was found to exacerbate hypothyroidism and this combined deficiency may manifest as myxoedematous cretinism which is common in Zaire where deficiencies of both of these minerals exists. As such, for better assimilation, it is recommended to take a combination of selenium and iodine for individuals with hypothyroidism.

Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Servings Per Bottle: 100
Amount Per Serving:
Iodine (from Kelp)           320 µg
Selenium (from Selenomethionine)    200 µg
Other ingredients:    Hydroxypropyl methycellulose, silicon dioxide, magnesium stearate.

Suggested use:    As a dietary supplement, 1 capsule one or two times daily with meals, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

DO NOT EXCEED 400 MICROGRAMS OF SELENIUM PER DAY FROM ALL SOURCES.

AndroAMP

2009-08-25T17:46:00.002+08:00

AndroAMP
Natural Strategies to Rebalance Hormonal Health
90 vegetarian capsules

The Possible Benefits of AndroAMP, a Dietary Supplement
• A blend of botanical ingredients whose actions synergistically combine to promote healthy testosterone/estrogen levels in men

Aging is associated with progressive alterations in the hormonal environment for both men and women. In men, this is called andropause. These changes are readily recognized in women with cessation of menses and often the onset of hot flashes, vaginal dryness and a myriad of other hormone-induced symptoms including anxiety, depression and change in muscle mass. In men, without the overt cessation of a monthly cycle, these changes can be much more difficult to identify. All too often, both sexes quietly and unnecessarily accept these changes as “just getting old.” Yet, no one should passively accept a decrease in energy, diminished sense of wellness and lack of zeal for life.

Over 50 years ago the progressive decline in androgen production was well documented in the medical literature. This decline in testosterone commonly referred to as andropause, actually begins often in the early 30s and eventually hits a crescendo when symptoms are unmistakable.

Symptoms of Andropause:
• Lethargy or decreased energy
• Decreased libido or interest in sex
• Decreased concentration
• Erectile dysfunction with muscle weakness and aches
• Inability to sleep, night sweats
• Infertility
• Thinning of bones (Osteoporosis)

Balancing Male Hormones
The goal is typically two fold: increase androgens while protecting the prostate and other tissues from excess exposure to estrogen that can result from the aromatase activity that increases with aging in men. In particular fat cells are “hot spots” for aromatase activity, where this enzyme converts androgens to estrogen. In general, male estrogen levels increase with age, at testosterone’s expense. Estrogen also tends to decrease testosterone production. Furthermore, SHBG (sex hormone binding globulin) increases with age, binding up more free testosterone.

Eurycoma longifolia jack extract, used in Southeast Asia for centuries, has testosterone-like actions in animal studies, and may increase testosterone levels. Clinical response in men using Eurycoma longifolia jack extract have reported laboratory-tested increases in their free testosterone levels of 50 to 300 percent over several to six months’ use. Further research documenting this effect shall further elucidate efficacy.

Stinging nettle root extract contains compounds that bind to SHBG, reducing the binding of testosterone to SHBG, and the binding of SHBG to prostate tissue. Beta sitosterol has been shown to inhibit 5 alpha-reductase, which converts testosterone to 5 hydroxytestosterone (5HT) an undesirable metabolite of testosterone associated with benign prostatic hypertrophy.

Myricetin, a flavonoid related to quercetin, which possesses greater bioavailability than quercetin, has also been shown to inhibit 5 alpha-reductase and 5HT activity.

Luteolin has been shown in human and animal studies to have excellent absorption and bioavailability, and to exert powerful protective effects, even at low doses. It appears superior to chrysin and other aromatase inhibitors.

Another tool is progesterone, a hormone produced in the male adrenal and testicular tissue that drops with aging. Further exacerbating natural progesterone decline is severe and prolonged stress since the stress hormone cortisol is made from progesterone as are testosterone, estrogen, aldosterone and other steroid hormones.

Progesterone inhibits testosterone’s conversion to DHT. DHT is a far more potent stimulant of prostate cell growth than testosterone, whereas testosterone and progesterone stimulate the activity of a protective gene called "p53." The products of this gene activation are anti-cancer, and promote healthy apoptosis. Apoptosis is a "programmed cell suicide" that plays a key role in preventing cellular overgrowth (e.g., BPH) and cancer. Estrogen, on the other hand, activates a gene called “bcl2.” Bcl2 products inhibit healthy apoptosis.

When diagnosed with low testosterone levels, any benefits from either hormonal or nutritional supplementation may take a month or more to manifest. Regardless, retesting testosterone, progesterone and estrogen after initiating a hormonal support regimen ensures that individuals have achieved the proper hormonal balance and that excess estrogen levels are not created as a result of therapy.

Summary
Effectively supporting individuals who are undergoing andropause requires sustaining healthy hormone levels. At the same time, men entering this life phases should strive to prevent excess detrimental metabolites - in particular estrogens and detrimental testosterone forms in men - in order to achieve healthy aging and maximal quality of life.

Serving Size: 3 Capsules
Serving per container: 30
Amount Per Serving
Nettle (Urtica dioica) extract (root)                                                300 mg
Eurycoma longifolia jack (20:1 extract (root))                                 40 mg
Beta Sitosterol                           100 mg
Grape (Vinis vitifera) skin extract standardized to 70% myricetin     40 mg
Luteolin (from Perilla frutescens leaf extract 90%)           40 mg
Other Ingredients: Hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (Vcap).

Recommended Dosage: Take 3 capsules daily.

Product Cautions: Not for use by men with known or suspected prostate cancer, or benign prostatic hyperplasia.

Contains no added starch, salt, wheat, gluten, coloring, dairy products, flavoring or preservatives.

As per US Federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Arthred® Collagen Formula

2009-08-25T17:32:00.004+08:00

Arthred® Collagen Formula
(Hypoallergenic)
240 grams of powder

The Possible Benefits of Arthred®, a Dietary Supplement
• May nutritionally support healthy joint structure and function*
• Supports the production and integrity of collagen, proteoglycans, and chondrocytes in connective tissue*
• Provides nutritional support for healthy skin, hair and nails*
• Supports good elasticity of connective tissue and relaxation of musculature*

Arthred® is a patented, low molecular weight, pharmaceutical grade hydrolyzed collagen product. It is a free flowing predigested powder that is easily absorbed. Obtained from a bovine source, it is made through a proprietary process that breaks down the collagen into very small pieces: 3 kilodaltons (kDa) for Arthred® vs. 70 kDa for regular gelatin. Clinically significant doses of regular gelatin typically cause severe gastrointestinal reactions including diarrhea, precluding its usefulness for cartilage support.* Arthred®, by contrast, is extremely digestible and is well tolerated.*

Collagen is the component of cartilage that provides its basic configuration, flexibility and strength. Ligaments, tendons, bones, skeletal muscle, skin, the digestive tract and the vasculature are all held together by collagen. It is also a major component of hair, skin and nails. As we age, we lose the ability to make collagen. Additionally, nutritional inadequacy, exposure to toxins and the stressful challenges of modern life can cause collagen to break down, resulting in skin wrinkles and sags, thinning of the hair, stiffness and decreased flexibility in the joints, and reduced vibrancy and strength of the skin and nails.

Arthred® hydrolyzed collagen is a unique protein, containing high amounts of certain amino acids, including glycine, proline, hydroxyproline and arginine. These amino acids have been linked to optimal body composition, healthy bone and connective tissue, healthy skin appearance, tissue anabolism, normal metabolism and growth hormone secretion.* Once hydrolyzed collagen is absorbed through the intestines, it increases the serum levels of these amino acids. They are then transported to joints where they act as raw materials for the metabolically active cartilage cells.

Arthred® supports endogenous production of collagen, by both providing nutrition for the synthesis of proteoglycans, and by improving the function of chondrocytes.* Articular chondrocytes are the cells that secrete the extracellular matrix of cartilage, and are of prime importance in the maintenance of a normal cartilaginous matrix. Studies show that hydrolyzed collagen can help increase the rate collagen synthesis in the joints and connective tissues up to 20-fold.* Hydrolyzed collagen can support the elasticity of connective tissue, help relaxation of musculature, support normal range of motion, and overall support the general condition.*

Studies have shown hydrolyzed collagen may have major benefits as a component of nutritional support for healthy connective tissue.* It has been widely used in clinics and hospitals, including use as a key nutritional support for the elderly and hospitalized.* Hydrolyzed collagen has been found to be effective alone or in combination with other modalities.* One study found that its use with physical therapy was equal to its use alone, whereas physical therapy alone gave inferior results.*

Arthred® is predigested for optimal absorption. It is highly soluble in both cold and warm liquids, with mild taste and good palatability, and is easy to mix and use. Arthred® is quality control tested and is assured to be within safe limits for contaminants, such as molds, yeast, bacteria and heavy metals. A 1973 literature review showed that hydrolyzed collagen does not contain antigens that can cause anaphylaxis. Hydrolyzed collagen is considered a food substance and has GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status.

Each 2 Level Scoops (approx. 10.5 g) contain:
Calories             40
Protein             10 g
Hydrolyzed Collagen     10.5 g

Amino Acid Composition
Each serving provides: Alanine 890 mg, Arginine 815 mg, Aspartic acid 635 mg, Glutamic acid 1045 mg, Glycine 2260 mg, Histidine 190 mg, Hydroxylysine 100 mg, Hydroxyproline 1090 mg, Isoleucine and Leucine 460 mg, Lysine 335 mg, Methionine 90 mg, Phenylalanine 190 mg, Proline 1535 mg, Serine 325 mg, Threonine 190 mg, Tyrosine 80 mg, and Valine 300 mg.

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, mix 2 level scoops (2 tablespoons) of powder into 8 oz. of juice, water or sports drink one time daily, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

This nutrient is of the highest quality and purity obtainable, free of all common allergens (antigens), and does not contain preservatives, diluents, or artificial additives.

Variations in product color may occur. Keep in a cool, dry place, tightly capped. This product is packaged by weight, not volume. Some settling may occur.

*As per US federal guidelines, these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

BifidoBiotics

2009-08-25T17:28:00.004+08:00

BifidoBiotics
60 vegetarian capsules

The Possible Benefits of BifidoBiotics, a Dietary Supplement
• Helps maintain a healthy intestinal probiotic balance, especially in the large intestine*
• Supports the structure and functional integrity of the epithelial lining in numerous ways*
• May boost immune response and support resistance*
• Can produce vitamins, enzymes, and organic acids that support normal intestinal pH*

An optimally functioning intestinal system is crucial to the health of the whole body. The human gastrointestinal tract harbors trillions of microorganisms, some beneficial to our health and some not. The cells that line the intestines, called villi, form a single layer that regulates digestion and absorbs the digested products. Friendly (probiotic) bacteria live attached to the villi, finding food and shelter, and in turn providing benefits to their host. Probiotic bacteria naturally occur in fermented foods, such as live culture yogurt and sauerkraut. Nobel Prize laureate Elie Metchnikoff observed in the 19th century that people in the Balkans who ate yogurt and other foods cultured with lactobacilli were longer-lived. He theorized that ingestion of lactobacilli could prolong life by competitively inhibiting undesirable microbes, preventing them from taking up residence and producing toxins. Intestinal dysbiosis occurs when unfriendly bacteria imbalance probiotic bacteria. Factors that can promote dysbiosis include antibiotics, steroids including birth control pills, alcohol, bacterial infections, stress, traveling or a poor diet.

Trillions of probiotic microflora are found in the healthy small and large intestines, from up to 400 strains. They can support the structure and functional integrity of the epithelial lining by helping to metabolize vitamins, minerals and hormones, improve intestinal motility and assist in detoxification.* They can boost immune function, and have been shown to support resistance.* They produce metabolites such as lactic acid, hydrogen peroxide, bacteriocins and acetic acid that normalize the pH of the intestine and promote a healthy micro-ecological balance.* They support healthy conditions in the vagina, and cholesterol within normal levels.* They can produce lactase, the enzyme that digests lactose (milk sugar). When probiotics are depleted, supplemental probiotic bacteria are often needed in large amounts – in some cases, ten billion colony forming units (CFU) per day or more may be needed to restore intestinal balance.*

BifidoBiotics contains five strains of friendly bacteria, providing broad-range support for intestinal microbial balance in the small intestine and especially the large intestine.*

Almost 30 different species of Bifidobacteria have been identified, and they are the most plentiful probiotic bacterial group. They are more delicate than other common probiotics, and can easily be depleted by intestinal toxins or other stressors. Bifidobacteria are found in the large intestine and to a lesser extent in the lower part of the small intestine. BifidoBiotics contains two primary human strains, B. breve, first isolated from human infants, and B. longum, first isolated from human adults. In breastfed infants bifidobacteria comprise more than 95% of intestinal bacteria. They are anaerobic, and unlike other probiotic bacteria, they can ferment carbohydrates to both acetic and formic acids. They also produce lactic acid, creating a healthy pH in the colon.* They produce vitamins B1, B6, folic acid, and enzymes such as casein phosphatase and lysozyme. They also support the absorption of vitamins, and can take up iron from the contents of the bowel. They stimulate IgA production in the intestinal lining, bolstering the epithelial immune response.* They may help decompose potentially toxic metabolites.* Bifidobacteria are resistant to bile and gastric acids and have moderate lactase activity. The small amount of fructooligosaccharides (FOS) in BifidoBiotics, naturally occurring long-chain carbohydrates that are not digested or absorbed by humans, can serve as a food for bifidobacteria.

Members of the genus Lactobacillus take up residence primarily in the wall of the small intestine, where they provide many functions, including normalization of pH, promotion of digestive function, and stimulation of immune response.* L. acidophilus produces DL-lactic acid, amylase (carbohydrate-digesting enzyme), and bacteriocins. It is resistant to bile and gastric acids and has moderate lactase activity. L. rhamnosus has been shown to support the activity of both white blood cells and lymphocytic natural killer cells.* It also sometimes occurs in the large intestine, where it can create favorable conditions for the implantation of bifidobacteria. Compared to L. acidophilus, L. rhamnosus is less tolerant to bile and is more transient. It is a good releaser of lactase throughout the stomach and small intestine. Both L. acidophilus and L. rhamnosus were originally isolated from the human intestinal tract.

L. sporogenes is a particularly hardy member of the lactobacillus group. It is stably encapsulated in spores that can resist stomach acid, antibiotics and other chemicals, heat, radiation and freezing. It is aerobic, so it is unaffected by the presence of oxygen. Typically, L. sporogenes proliferates rapidly in the small intestine, where it metabolizes a wide range of sugars, and produces the superior L(+) form of lactic acid, which is utilized better than the L(-) form. L. sporogenes may work quickly to help crowd out undesirable bacteria and reduce their production of potentially harmful substances.*

The friendly bacteria in BifidoBiotics are tested for authenticity of strain and for potency. They are packed in glass rather than plastic, produced in small batches, and refrigerated at all times. They are produced with 20% higher potency than the label claim at the time of manufacture to counter inevitable potency decay due to temperature abuse and shelf life (aging). Also, freeze drying substantially increases shelf life potency. High quality strains, a sophisticated lyophilization process and meticulous handling combine to make BifidoBiotics unsurpassed in quality.

Serving Size : 1 capsule
Servings per container : 60
Amount per serving:
Lactobacillus rhamnosus     2.2 Billion
Bifodobacterium breve       1.2 Billion
Bifodobacterium longum    1.2 Billion
Lactobacillus sporogenes   360 Million
Lactobacillus acidophilus    240 Million
Other ingredients: Gelatin, FOS, cellulose.

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, 1 capsule two or three times daily, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Product Cautions: None

To maintain potency, store tightly closed and refrigerated. Short term heat exposure is acceptable. Do not put in freezer.

*As per US federal guidelines, these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Buffered Vitamin C

2009-08-25T16:58:00.005+08:00

Buffered Vitamin C
Developed by Stephen A. Levine, Ph.D.

• Buffered Vitamin C Power, 240 grams powder
   with calcium, magnesium and potassium as ascorbate chelates in solution
• Buffered Vitamin C, 120 vegetarian capsules

The Possible Benefits of Buffered Vitamin C, a Dietary Supplement

• Supports a wide variety of biochemical reactions throughout the body, including synthesis of collagen, detoxification, and immune system functions*
• Helps to protect several other nutrients*
• Provides significant levels of macrominerals calcium and magnesium

Vitamin C is the most important water-soluble antioxidant nutrient and is involved in a wide variety of biochemical reactions throughout the body. Allergy Research Group® has pioneered the development of buffered vitamin C products, and continues to offer the purest and least allergenic vitamin C products available. In addition to its hefty content of ascorbic acid, our buffered vitamin C also supplies the macro-minerals calcium and magnesium at approxi-mately one half the RDI per heaping teaspoon, which may make it desirable for individuals who do not regularly consume dairy products.*

The latest addition to our Buffered Vitamin C line is a unique cassava root (of the potato family) source Buffered Vitamin C, available in both powder and capsules. Cassava, or Manihot esculenta, is a bushy South American shrub with long tuberous roots, which are traditionally eaten like potatoes. Cassava root starch is the starting material for a multi-step chemical process of manufacturing ascorbic acid. It is well tolerated by individuals unable to tolerate other sources of vitamin C.*

Both the corn and cassava root sources are formulated with carbonates of calcium and magnesium, giving an acid-alkaline buffering action (pH 7.0 in water), potentially improving bowel tolerance and minimizing hyperacidity.*

The human body cannot manufacture vitamin C, as do most other mammals, so we must rely on food or nutritional supplements. Vitamin C is stored in tissues throughout the body, and is especially concentrated in the adrenal glands, where it is crucial for the production of adrenal hormones involved in responding to stress.* The body uses vitamin C in immune system functions including white blood cell production, histamine release and degradation, the reduction of glutathione, and the metabolism and protection of several other nutrients.* Vitamin C is involved in detoxifying heavy metals such as lead, cadmium, mercury and nickel.* It is involved in the production of collagen and elastin, important connective tissue proteins.* Vitamin C may also support HDL cholesterol within normal levels, and bone mineral density.*

Allergy Research Group® Buffered Vitamin C has been used clinically for offsetting acute hypersensitivity reactions and the addictive craving for foods, cigarettes and other withdrawal states from stimulants and alcohol.* A study at the Haight-Ashbury Free Clinic in San Francisco demonstrated that Buffered Vitamin C could offset and reduce withdrawal symptoms for stimulants and opiates by 90% in outpatients, who took a teaspoon of Buffered Vitamin C whenever they felt a craving.*

Calcium is important for skeletal health, with 99% of calcium occurring in the bones and teeth, and the rest found in cells and body fluids. Calcium is involved in many functions in the human body, including initiation of muscle contractions, the blood clotting process, and the regulation of nutrient and waste product transport through cell membranes.* It also is involved with enzymes that control fat digestion and metabolism, blood pressure, cholesterol, hormones, and nerve impulse transmission.*

Magnesium is involved in more than 300 enzyme reactions in the human body. It is utilized in the metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats, and in transmission of nerve impulses, temperature regulation, detoxification, and energy production.* It is a key element for cardiovascular health, as it helps relax blood vessels, and supports blood pressure within normal levels. Magnesium is also important for the health of bones and teeth, particularly the enamel.*

Potassium (used in our powdered Buffered Vitamin C only) is an electrolyte, involved in the regulation of the flow of bodily fluids into and out of cells (intracellular osmosis).* Potassium is involved with the regulation of pH balance, blood pressure, and the conversion of blood sugar into glycogen.*

Buffered Vitamin C Powder
Serving Size: 1 teaspoon (4.7g)
Servings Per Container: 51
Amount Per Serving:
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid)          2135 mg
Calcium (as Calcium Carbonate)              405 mg
Magnesium (as Magnesium Carbonate) 215 mg
Potassium (as Potassium Carbonate)       90 mg
Other ingredients: Cellulose

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, 1 heaping teaspoon or more in 8 to 12 ounces of liquid between meals, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. 2 teaspoons supply approximately the recommended dietary allowances of calcium and magnesium. As with all vitamin C formulations, as one begins to achieve body saturation, “bowel tolerance” may be temporarily exceeded and diarrhea or loose stools may occur. As the high levels of vitamin C in the tissues become used up, the bowel symptoms should ease. Ideal for controlling acidity often associated with hypersensitivity reactions.*

Buffered Vitamin C Capsules
Serving Size: 4 vegetarian capsules
Servings Per Container: 30
Amount Per Serving:
Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 2000 mg
Calcium (as Calcium Carbonate) 380 mg
Magnesium (as Magnesium Carbonate) 208 mg
Other ingredients: Gelatin, cellulose, silicon dioxide, stearic acid

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, 2 to 4 capsules two or three times daily between meals, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

These nutrients are of the highest quality and purity obtainable, and do not contain preservatives, diluents, or artificial additives.

As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Adiminstration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

C Plus - Vitamin C Formula

2009-08-25T16:47:00.003+08:00

C Plus - Vitamin C Formula
Vitamin C with bioflavonoids
90 vegetarian capsules

The Possible Benefits of C Plus, a Dietary Supplement

• This formula combines ascorbic acid, ascorbyl palmitate and bioflavonoids for the best vitamin C protection and health-promoting effects.

Ascorbic Acid and Ascorbyl Palmitate Compared
Although ascorbyl palmitate, the fat-soluble form of vitamin C, has been utilized in nutritional supplements for more than a decade, very little research has been conducted to determine the bioavailability of ascorbyl palmitate as a source of vitamin C. Now, new light has been placed on ascorbic acids fat-soluble brother. A recent study has examined the effect of ascorbyl palmitate supplementation on plasma and urine levels of vitamin C in humans. In this case, ascorbyl palmitate was compared with water-soluble ascorbic acid. They examined the effects of both a single dose and two-week supplementation (2 grams of vitamin C) of both ascorbic acid and ascorbyl palmitate on plasma and urine levels of vitamin C. After a single two-gram dose, ascorbyl palmitate did not appear in the plasma vitamin C pool as rapidly as ascorbic acid, and this amounted to a 20% difference in the eight-hour, post-dose period. By 24 hours after a single dose, plasma vitamin C values were similar for both forms of vitamin C.

Following 2 weeks of supplementation at 2 grams daily, plasma vitamin C levels were slightly higher for ascorbyl palmitate as compared to ascorbic acid. Mean 24-hour urinary excretion, however, was 33% LOWER following ascorbyl palmitate supplementation, indicating better utilization of ascorbyl palmitate. These results led the authors to conclude that ascorbyl palmitate, can be considered an effective source of plasma vitamin C in man and, compared to water-soluble ascorbic acid, may be less easily lost in urine.

Interestingly, these authors also referenced research that compared ascorbic acid and ascorbyl palmitate as antitumor agents in animals. Not only was ascorbyl palmitate more than 30 times more potent than ascorbic acid as a topical antitumor promoter, but ascorbyl palmitate was effective when added to the diet while ascorbic acid was not. Surprisingly, the antioxidant activity of ascorbyl palmitate did not seem to be responsible for its antitumor activity. Thus it appears that ascorbyl palmitate supplementation is complimentary to traditional ascorbic acid supplementation, both as a source of vitamin C and for its potentially unique properties.

Based on this research, we would have to agree with the authors conclusion that ascorbyl palmitate should be used more extensively in the food industry as a source of vitamin C as well as a preservative. Not only is it a stable source of vitamin C that would improve the nutritional value of food, but it is also an excellent antioxidant that would help prevent oxidation and improve product shelf life.

Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Amount Per Serving:
Vitamin C (96% ascorbic acid & 4% ascorbyl palmitate) 867 mg
Hesperidin Bioflavonoid Concentrate 117 mg
Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (Vcap).

Suggested use: One or more capsules per day.

Contains no added starch, salt, wheat, gluten, corn, colouring or dairy products.

As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Adiminstration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Calcium Magnesium Citrate

2009-08-25T16:40:00.004+08:00

Calcium Magnesium Citrate
(Hypoallergenic)
100 vegetarian caps

The Possible Benefits of Calcium Magnesium Citrate, a Dietary Supplement

• A balanced formulation of two important macrominerals, in the highly bioavailable citrate forms.

Calcium is an important macromineral for all the organs. Supplementation of the diet with calcium is an important factor for maintaining bone density.* Calcium is removed from bone to replenish bodily stores that can become deficient during times of stress and when calcium is not supplied from food sources in sufficient amounts.

Magnesium contributes significantly to bone formation and mineralization, helping to strengthen the bones and teeth.* It plays a role in the regulation of muscle and nerve activity through influencing cell membrane permeability, and functions as an electrolyte, helping maintain the charge balance in the body fluids.* The adult human body contains 20-28 grams of magnesium. Of this total amount, about 40% is found in the muscle and soft tissues, about 1% in the extracellular fluid, and the remainder in the skeleton.

Athletes and labourers can become low in magnesium, because perspiring and the use of large muscles tend to deplete it. Lactating women require higher magnesium intake, as do adolescents. In a healthy person, half of the ingested magnesium is typically absorbed. But many lifestyle, environmental, and dietary factors can lower the availability of magnesium, including missed meals, the use of diuretics for weight loss, fast and high-fat foods, alcohol, and soft drinks, which are high in phosphates that leach magnesium from the body.

Calcium Magnesium Citrate is a balanced and synergistic formula of 2 highly bioavailable citrate forms that are easily absorbed especially by individuals who experience decreased stomach acid production.*

Every batch is tested to ensure the absence of heavy metals and other contaminants.

Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Servings Per Container: 100
Amount Per Serving:
Calcium (as Calcium Citrate)              100 mg
Magnesium (as Magnesium Citrate)    100 mg
Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, cellulose, magnesium stearate.

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, 1 capsule one to three times daily between meals, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

This nutrient is of the highest quality and purity obtainable, free of all common allergens (antigens), and do not contain preservatives, diluents, or artificial additives.

*As er US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Chewable Colostrum for Kids

2009-08-25T16:36:00.003+08:00

Chewable Colostrum for Kids
120 chewable tablets

Colostrum in a handy and delicious form. Colostrum has been shown in clinical studies to support immune and GI functions.* The formula has been improved with the addition of lactoferrin, beta-glucan, selenium, and Lactobacillus rhamnosus lysate.

Serving Size 3 tablets
Servings per container 40
Amount per serving:
Colostrum (milk) 1200 mg
Lactoferrin 30 mg
Beta-Glucan 60 mg
Selenium (as Selenomethionine) 6 µg
Lactobacillus rhamnosus lysate 12 mg
Other ingredients: Xylitol, erythrol, stevia, stearic acid, cellulose, silicon dioxide, citric acid, magnesium stearate, natural cherry flavor.

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, 3 tablets one or two times daily on an empty stomach, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Product Cautions: NONE

* As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Children's DHA, chewable gels

2009-08-25T16:34:00.004+08:00

Children's DHA, chewable gels

90 softgels

Nordic Naturals Children's DHA is a small, chewable cod liver oil supplement flavored with strawberry essence. Children's DHA is a delicious way for children to supplement their diet with the essential brain nutrient, DHA. Molecularly distilled for purity, Children's DHA contains only naturally existing vitamins A and D.

For children three years and older.

General Nutrient Support

DHA (docosahexaenoic acid) is a polyunsaturated fatty acid found in deep-sea cold water fish. DHA is an essential nutrient for proper brain, nervous system, and visual function and must be obtained through the diet. A healthy balance of DHA is essential to properly care for the brain throughout life, particularly during the early stages of development.

A high concentration of DHA can be found in mother's breast milk. However, the level is directly related to the amount of Omega-3 fatty acids that are consumed in the mother's diet. Due to refined foods and trendy diets, many individuals have reduced their intake of the dietary sources of Omega-3 fatty acids, contributing to lower levels of DHA in breast milk. The impact of low DHA intake on neurological function of adults and children is the subject of ongoing clinical investigations.

All Nordic Naturals products are doctor recommended, pharmaceutical grade, molecularly distilled, and third party tested to document the absence of all environmental pollutants (No PCBs, dioxins, pesticides or heavy metals). Our featured products are flavored using our patented processing with natural lemon and strawberry essence!

Nordic Naturals was ranked #1 out of the top 10 fish oil brands in Norway for highest concentration, freshness, and purity. This award is an honor since the products in Norway are monitored by the Norwegian Medicinal Standard, which have the most stringent requirements in the world.

Ingredients: purified arctic cod liver oil, soft gel (gelatin, water, glycerin, strawberry essence), d-alpha tocopherol, strawberry essence, rosemary extract

Each 4 soft gel serving provides:
DHA: 125 mg Vitamin A: 130–300 IU
EPA: 82 mg Vitamin D: 1–4 IU
Other Omega-3s: 45 mg Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol): 14 IU

Suggested Use: Four soft gels daily, with food, or as directed by your health care professional. Capsules can be chewed or swallowed.

Product Cautions: Consult with your physician before using this product if you are allergic to iodine, using blood thinners, or anticipate surgery. Keep out of the reach of children.

* As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Children's DHA, Cod Liver Oil

2009-08-25T16:24:00.008+08:00

Children's DHA, Cod Liver Oil
4 fl. oz.

Nordic Naturals Arctic Cod Liver Oil for kids! Our award-winning flavored cod liver oil has been taste tested by children and contains healthy levels of naturally occurring vitamins A and D. Molecularly distilled for purity, Children's DHA Liquid has the highest Omega-3 level of any cod liver oil. Enhanced with strawberry essence for a great taste kids love.

General Nutrient Support

All Nordic Naturals products are doctor recommended, pharmaceutical grade, molecularly distilled, and third party tested to document the absence of all environmental pollutants (No PCBs, dioxins, pesticides or heavy metals). Our featured products are flavored using our patented processing with natural lemon and strawberry essence!

Nordic Naturals was ranked #1 out of the top 10 fish oil brands in Norway for highest concentration, freshness, and purity. This award is an honor since the products in Norway are monitored by the Norwegian Medicinal Standard, which have the most stringent requirements in the world.

Ingredients: purified arctic cod liver oil, d-alpha tocopherol, strawberry essence, rosemary extract

Each 1/2 teaspoon provides:
DHA: 313 mg Vitamin A: 325–750 IU
EPA: 205 mg Vitamin D: 1–10 IU
Other Omega-3s: 113 mg Vitamin E (d-alpha tocopherol): 15 IU

Suggested Use: For kids 1 years old and above. 1/4 - 1/2 teaspoon teaspoon daily, with food, or as directed by your health care professional or pharmacist.

Product Cautions: Consult with your physician before using this product if you are allergic to iodine, using blood thinners, or anticipate surgery. Keep out of the reach of children.

* As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Children's Multi-Vi-Min®

2009-08-25T16:00:00.001+08:00

Children's Multi-Vi-Min®
(Hypoallergenic)
150 vegetarian caps

Small capsule size ("3") for easy swallowing. Although this product was formulated for children, adults who have problems swallowing capsules may prefer Children's Multi-Vi-Min® over the other Multi-Vi-Min formulations. Vitamin C was purposely left out of this formula because of its ability to enhance iron absorption.*

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, 1 capsule daily per ten pounds of body weight, taken with meals, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. For children under the age of 4, please consult you healthcare practitioner before use. As is the case with all of our products, Children's Multi-Vi-Min® capsules may also be opened and sprinkled into desired liquid.

Serving Size: 1 capsule
Servings per container: 150
Amount per serving:
Vitamin A (as Retinyl Palmitate)                        800 IU
Vitamin D3 (as Cholecalciferol)                         50 IU
Vitamin E (as DL-alpha-Tocopheryl Acetate)    16 IU
Thiamin (as Thiamine Hydrochloride)                   4 mg
Riboflavin (as Riboflavin-5'-Phosphate)                2 mg
Niacin (as Niacinamide)                                         2 mg
Vitamin B6 (as Pyridoxine Hydrochloride and Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate) 6.2 mg
Folic Acid                               12 mcg
Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin)                     32 mcg
Biotin                                   16 mcg
Pantothenic Acid (as Calcium Pantothenate)     20 mg
Calcium (as Calcium Citrate)                              10 mg
Iron (as Ferric Ammonium Citrate)                0.7 mg
Magnesium (as Magnesium Citrate)                    10 mg
Zinc (as Zinc Citrate)                            1.1 mg
Selenium (as Sodium Selenite)                               8 mcg
Copper (as Copper Citrate)                                  60 mcg
Manganese (as Manganese Citrate)                    0.6 mg
Chromium (as Amino Acid Complex)                  16 mcg
Molybdenum (as Sodium Molybdate)                  8 mcg
Potassium (as Potassium Chloride)                 4 mg
Vanadium (as Vanadium Pentoxide)                   8 mcg
Para-Aminobenzoic Acid (PABA)                          8 mg
Glutamic Acid                                                       8 mg

Other ingredients: Hydroxypropyl methylcellulose, cellulose, magnesium stearate, silicon dioxide.

These nutrients are of the highest quality and purity obtainable, free of all common allergens (antigens), and do not contain preservatives, diluents, or artificial additives.

As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)

2009-08-25T15:37:00.004+08:00

Conjugated Linoleic Acid (CLA)
Fat Loss & Weight Reduction
90 softgels

The Possible Benefits of CLA, a dietary supplement
• Play an important role in lean muscle formation
• Aid fat loss and lowers body fat percentage
• Maintain healthy blood lipids
• Help prevent weight gain
• Decrease abdominal fat
• Increase metabolic rate
• Enhance muscle growth
• Promote cardiovascular health
• Enhance immune function

Conjugated linoleic acid (CLA) is a naturally-occurring polyunsaturated fatty acid composed of positional and geometric isomers of linoleic acid. The human body is unable to manufacture CLA, so it must be obtained from dietary sources. Since CLA is produced by microorganisms found in cows and other ruminant animals, foods highest in CLA include dairy products and meat, such as beef, lamb, and veal. Recently, CLA has become a popular supplement with bodybuilders due to its ability to promote muscle growth while reducing body fat.

Recently researchers have begun to uncover a host of unexpected health benefits of this unique dietary fat, including improved immune response, inhibition of cancer initiation, lowering of cholesterol levels, reduction of factors implicated in heart disease, and normalization of impaired glucose tolerance in diabetics.

Weight Loss and Muscle Building
Conjugated linoleic acid may have an equally important role to play in the areas of weight loss, body composition and muscle building. In animals, CLA has been shown to decrease body fat content by inhibiting fat storage and reducing the amount of fat deposited in the body. In one study, CLA-treated hamsters fed a high-fat, high cholesterol diet had significantly lower weight gain but greater food intake than controls.

Getting Lean with CLA
While many Americans have cut back on their consumption of beef and milk products, they have unwittingly increased their propensity to gain weight by lowering their intake of CLA from dietary sources. And since CLA is found in milk fats, drinking skim milk further deprives consumers of the health benefits of this unique and natural compound.

Studies suggest that taking 3 grams of CLA per day can reverse this problem and improve the muscle-to-fat ratio. By contributing to a loss of body fat, particularly abdominal fat, while increasing lean tissue formation, the result can be a leaner, and thus, healthier body.

Serving Size: 1 softgel
Amount per serving
Calories    9
Calories from Fat 9
Total Fat                   1 g
Saturated Fat           0.1g
Conjugated Linoleic Acid (safflower oil concentrate)   1000 mg
Other ingredients: Gelatin, glycerine, carob extract, purified water, mixed tocopherols and titanium dioxide

Suggested use: Take 1 softgel three times daily before meals.

Contains no added yeast, wheat, corn, soy milk, egg, sugar or salt.

User Testimonies:

After trying a bottle of CLA from VRP, I lost 2kg within a month. Over the past 6 months, with proper diet and cardio exercises, I lost 9kg and my body fat percentage went from 25% to 17.5%. I also found out that VRP’s CLA is more affordable than other brands!

Kailoon, 29 yrs, Male, Singapore

Coenzyme Q10

2009-08-25T15:21:00.002+08:00

Coenzyme Q10
30mg 120 vegetarian capsules

Coronary heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. While dietary measures and exercise play an important role in preventing heart attacks, a general resistance to lifestyle alterations suggests that a fortifying substance is needed to keep the heart functioning properly. Research indicates that substance may come in the form of a nutrient called Coenzyme Q10, a naturally occurring molecule similar in structure to vitamin K.

Its presence assists with the production of adenosine triphosphate (ATP), upon which all cellular functions depend. In addition, Coenzyme Q10's antioxidant and membrane-stabilizing properties prevent cellular damage resulting from normal metabolic processes. Large concentrations of CoQ10 are packed into the heart muscle cells, which have a high-energy requirement.

Coenzyme Q 10 supports neurological, cognitive, immune and cardiac health, including healthy blood pressure levels. It is also a powerful antioxidant. Coenzyme Q10 is one of the best researched dietary supplements in the world.

Humans make Coenzyme Q 10 (CoQ 10) in the body, but levels decrease with age and with lifestyle choices that compromise nutrition status. The best food sources of CoQ 10 are organ meats, foods not commonly consumed today. People with chronic health and immune conditions tend to be low in CoQ 10. Research has shown that supplementation improves levels of CoQ 10 in the body, and levels decline when supplementation stops.

Co Q10 improves the body's ability to produce cellular energy (cellular respiration) in the heart of energy production; the mitochondria. As an antioxidant, CoQ 10 also helps reduce damage from free radicals in the body.

CoQ 10 supplementation is a practical choice to support heart, immune, cognitive and neurological health over the lifespan. In particular, talk with your healthcare practitioner about supplementing with CoQ 10 if you are taking cholesterol-reducing agents because research indicates that CoQ 10 levels can decline in these individuals.

In healthy humans, CoQ 10 is most concentrated in the heart, liver, kidney and pancreas because the heart, liver, kidney and pancreas have high cellular demands for CoQ 10*.

Supplement Facts
Serving Size: 1 Capsule
Amount Per Serving
Coenzyme Q-10 30 mg
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose and hydroxypropylmethylcellulose (vegetarian capsule).

Recommended Dosage: 60 mg to 300 mg per day

Product Cautions: None

Contains no added sugar, starch, salt, wheat, gluten, corn, coloring, dairy products, flavoring, or preservatives.

* As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

CoQ-Gamma E

2009-08-24T22:11:00.007+08:00

CoQ-Gamma E

with Tocotrienols & Carotenoids

60 softgels

The Possible Benefits of CoQ-Gamma E, a Dietary Supplement
• Enhances the production of cellular energy (ATP)*
• Protects the mitochondrial membrane against lipid peroxidation*
• May enhance the function of the immune system*
• May support energy and physical performance*

CoQ10 is essential for the health of our cells, tissues and organs.* It belongs to a family of lipid soluble ubiquinones, present throughout the body, and it is the predominant CoQ form found in humans. It is most concentrated in cells of the heart, liver, kidney and pancreas. The body’s production of CoQ10 peaks around age 20 and then declines. For many decades, supplemental CoQ10 has been used throughout Europe, Asia and the United States for its support of cellular energy, antioxidant function and cardiovascular health.*

CoQ10 plays an essential role in the mitochondria electron transport chain (ETC), the major metabolic pathway for making energy in every cell of the body. CoQ10 functions as an electron carrier in the ETC, linking the various enzymes of the chain, and the production of ATP is dependent on sufficient levels of CoQ10 in the mitochondrial membrane.

CoQ10 is also an important antioxidant, protecting the mitochondria from free radical damage. The process of electron transport produces oxygen free radicals, which are then trapped by CoQ10 and vitamin E. CoQ10 reduces the initiation and propagation of lipid peroxidation in cell membranes and in lipoprotein fractions, and it works synergistically with vitamin E, helping to spare it.

CoQ10 has been extensively studied for its ability to support cardiovascular function.* Studies suggest that CoQ10 may strengthen the heart muscle, and enhance such things as quality of life, breathing and heart rate.* It supports blood pressure within normal levels, and it may be of benefit to those taking cholesterol-lowering medications, which can reduce blood levels of CoQ10.* It has been shown to potentially support energy, sexual health, gum health, certain immune parameters, aerobic capacity and physical performance.* CoQ10 is well tolerated, with an extensive history of study and safe use.

Tocotrienols are important regulators of blood lipids within normal levels, including total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol.* Tocotrienols have an inhibitory effect on HMG-CoA reductase, the liver enzyme that is critical to the rate at which cholesterol is synthesized. Tocotrienols also show potential to protect blood vessels by preventing the oxidation of LDL cholesterol, and some studies suggest that tocotrienols may be more effective than vitamin E in guarding against the oxidation of cholesterol.* Tocotrienols have been shown to strengthen arterial walls, and to support blood flow through arteries (coronary, carotid, and peripheral).* Research also suggests that tocotrienols may offer some protection from the sun's ultraviolet radiation, working synergistically with tocopherols and helping preserve tocopherols in skin cells.*

Carotenoids are a family of more than 700 naturally-occurring yellow, red and orange pigments found in Vegetables and Fruits. Carotenoids are very important for health and the health benefits of carotenoids in the human diet are becoming increasingly apparent. There've been studies suggest that some carotenoids can offer protection against some cancers, macular eye disease and cardiovascular problems. A higher dietary intake of carotenoids offers protection against developing certain cancers (e.g., lung, skin, uterine, cervix, gastrointestinal tract), macular degeneration, cataracts, and other health conditions linked to oxidative or free radical damage. In addition to being antioxidants, carotenoids also help to rejuventate the body by promoting the growth of healthy cells and inhibiting the growth of unhealthy ones. The beneficial actions of carotenoids are optimal when a variety of carotenoids are consumed together, rather than alone.

Lycopene is a carotenoid responsible for the red color of the tomato, watermelon and pink grapefruit. It has a unique long chain molecular structure containing 13 double bonds, more than any other carotenoid. This configuration is responsible for lycopene's special ability to neutralize free radicals. It protects against breast, skin and prostate cancer. It is a very potent anti-oxidant, detoxifier, and helps inhibit the production of cholesterol. Lycopene is more than twice as powerful as beta-carotene at quenching free radicals.

Lutein is a carotenoid pigment found in many green vegetables, and is usually derived from marigold flower petals. Lutein belongs to the xanthophyll family of carotenoids and is found in high concentrations in the eye, and has been shown to protect against blindness caused by macular degeneration.

Alpha-Lipoic acid is a highly effective, biologically available and well researched antioxidant that works in both the fat and water soluble portions of human cells. Functions of lipoic acid are support of healthy liver regeneration, immune function and circulation, vision and glucose metabolism. In addition, it also supports cardiovascular and neurological health. Being a powerful antioxidant, it protects and repairs cells and reduces damage caused by oxidation. Lipoic acid also enhances the effectiveness of vitamin C and E, two well-known antioxidants.

Serving Size: 1 Softgel
Servings Per Bottle: 60
Amount Per Serving:
Vitamin A (as Beta-Carotene)                                3490 IU
Vitamin C (as Ascorbyl Palmitate)                           17 mg
Vitamin E (as D-alpha-Tocopherol)                           23 IU
Mixed Tocotrienols and Tocopherols                        10 mg
DeltaGOLD® Tocotrienols (90% Delta-Tocotrienols and 10% Gamma-Tocotrienols) 40 mg
Gamma-Tocopherol                                               100 mg
Mixed Carotenoids                                3 mg
Lycopene                                          3 mg
Lutein                                           3 mg
Coenzyme Q10                                       75 mg
Alpha-Lipoic Acid (R-form)                                        9 mg
Other ingredients: Rice bran oil, gelatin, glycerine, water, yellow beeswax, soy lecithin, annatto extract

Suggested Use:     As a dietary supplement, 1 softgel one or two times daily, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

*As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

CoQH-CF™

2009-08-24T22:01:00.007+08:00

CoQH-CF™
Reduced Coenzyme Q10
60 softgels

The Possible Benefits of CoQH-CF™, a Dietary Supplement

• Supplies un-oxidized (reduced) CoQ10 in stable, oral form for greater bioavailability and utilization*

• Enhances the production of cellular energy (ATP)*

• Protects the mitochondrial membrane against lipid peroxidation*

• Supports the function of the cardiovascular system*

• May enhance the function of the immune system*

• May support energy and physical performance*

CoQH-CF™ is a reduced form of coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinol), and is the primary form the body needs for cellular energy production and antioxidant protection. A unique softgel delivery system protects and stabilizes the content, providing an efficient way to maintain adequate ubiquinol levels in those whose ability to produce or convert it has been hindered by oxidative stress or disease.*

Regular supplemental coenzyme Q10 (ubiquinone) is oxidized, and must be converted to the reduced form in the body (ubiquinol), for effective antioxidant activity. The many benefits of supplemental CoQ10 as ubiquinone are dampened by the fact that only a small percentage is utilized by the body, requiring large doses for maximum results. Those who are under increased oxidative stress, or are simply getting older, typically are even less able to convert ubiquinone to ubiquinol.

Until now, ubiquinol has been too unstable to be sold in oral supplement form. CoQH-CF™ solves that problem, providing reduced CoQ10 oral supplementation in a new, stable form.

CoQH-CF™ softgels include a small amount of caramel color to protect the content from light, while keeping the softgel translucent so that the crystal-free content can be seen. The formula contains D-limonene oil (from oranges) for crystal-free solubilisation, and very minute amounts of capric and caprylic acids to help keep the alpha-lipoic acid completely dissolved.

Protected under US Patent 6,740,338, Reduced form of Coenzyme Q10 in high bioavailability stable oral dosage form.

Serving Size: 1 Softgel

Servings Per Container: 60

Amount Per Serving:

Ubiquinol QH (Reduced Coenzyme Q10) 100 mg

Other ingredients: D-limonene oil, gelatin, glycerin, water, caprylic acid, capric acid, alpha-lipoic acid, caramel liquid.

Suggested use: As a dietary supplement, 1 softgel one to three times daily with meals, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

CoQsol-CF™ with Tocotrienols

2009-08-24T21:46:00.008+08:00

CoQsol-CF™ with Tocotrienols

Rice Bran Oil Base
200 Softgels

The Possible Benefits of CoQsol-CF™ with Tocotrienols, a Dietary Supplement

• Enhances the production of cellular energy (ATP)*

• Protects the mitochondrial membrane against lipid peroxidation*

• May support the function of the cardiovascular system, the immune system, and the health of the gums*

• CoQsol-CF™ has increased bioavailability, and is synergistic with tocotrienols*

CoQsol-CF™ with Tocotrienols combines two lipid antioxidants in a superior synergistic formula. CoQsol-CF™ is a crystal-free, patent pending formulation of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10), which is completely solubilized in a proprietary matrix to prevent the CoQ10 from recrystallizing, for enhanced absorption.* A pilot clinical trial demonstrated enhanced CoQ10 bioavailability in this form, and further studies are in progress.* CoQsol-CF™ with Tocotrienols also includes a substantial amount of mixed tocopherols and mixed tocotrienols, important members of the vitamin E family. Tocotrienols have been shown to strengthen arterial walls, support blood flow through arteries, and support the regulation of cholesterol within normal levels.* CoQ10 is a nutrient critical for energy production and antioxidant protection of mitochondrial membranes, and tocotrienols and tocopherols work synergistically with CoQ10.*

Besides the four well-known tocopherols, the vitamin E family also contains alpha, beta, gamma, and delta tocotrienols. Barley, rice bran, and palm oil products contain tocotrienols, but only in small quantities. Rice bran oil yields higher amounts of gamma-tocotrienol and lower amounts of alpha-tocotrienol compared to tocotrienols from palm oil, potentially increasing absorption and utilization.*

Tocotrienols have been shown to strengthen arterial walls, and support blood flow through arteries (coronary, carotid, and peripheral).* They have also shown potential to support cholesterol within normal levels and protect against oxidation of cholesterol, possibly more effectively than vitamin E.* Differences in the antioxidant activities of tocopherols and tocotrienols are likely to be related to properties that affect their incorporation in cell membranes. Tocopherols, with a saturated side chain that interacts hydrophobically with acyl side chains of membrane phospholipids, may be relatively less able to access lipid radicals due to steric hindrance. Tocotrienols, with an unsaturated farnesyl side chain, have increased accessibility to lipid radicals and resulting greater antioxidant capacity, as compared with tocopherols.

CoQ10 is essential for the health of our cells, tissues and organs.* It belongs to a family of lipid soluble ubiquinones, present throughout the body, and it is the predominant CoQ form found in humans. It is most concentrated in cells of the heart, liver, kidney and pancreas. The body’s production of CoQ10 peaks around age 20 and then declines. For many decades, supplemental CoQ10 has been used throughout Europe, Asia, and the United States for its support of cellular energy, antioxidant function and cardiovascular health.*

CoQ10 plays an essential role in the mitochondrial electron transport chain (ETC), the major metabolic pathway for making energy in every cell of the body. CoQ10 functions as an electron carrier in the ETC, linking the various enzymes of the chain, and the production of ATP is dependent on sufficient levels of CoQ10 in the mitochondrial membrane. CoQ10 is also an important antioxidant, protecting the mitochondria from free radical damage. The process of electron transport produces oxygen free radicals, which are then trapped by CoQ10 and vitamin E. CoQ10 reduces the initiation and propagation of lipid peroxidation in cell membranes and in lipoprotein fractions, and it works syner-gistically with vitamin E, helping to spare it.

CoQ10, vitamin E and tocotrienols are well tolerated, with an extensive history of study and safe use.

Serving Size 3 softgels
Servings per container 66
Amount per serving:
Vitamin E (D-alpha-Tocopherol) 375 IU
Coenzyme Q10 (CoQsol-CF™)     300 mg
Tocotrienols (from rice)                75 mg
D-alpha-Tocotrienol                    33 mg
D-gamma-Tocotrienol                 42 mg
Mixed Tocopherols                    309 mg
D-delta-Tocopherol    63 mg
D-gamma-Tocopherol              150 mg

Other ingredients: D-limonene oil, gelatin, glycerin, rice bran oil, purified water, turmeric, zinc oxide.

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, 1 to 3 softgels one or two times daily with meals, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

* As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Culturelle®. Lactobacillus GG (LGG)

2009-08-24T16:36:00.003+08:00

Culturelle®. Lactobacillus GG (LGG)
30 vegetarian capsules

When traveling, at home, at work or school, during cold and flu season or after taking certain medications, keep Culturelle® at your side to maintain optimal intestinal health*. Lifestyle impacts the health of our intestines, and stress, poor diet and many health conditions reduce the amount of healthy bacteria in the intestines; Culturelle® puts it back*. US patented, exclusive and clinically proven with studies in US and Europe, research shows that the probiotic in Culturelle® restores levels of ‘good’ bacteria, supports optimal intestinal function, strengthens immune health, and reduces unpleasant side effects of medications, such as loose or watery stools*. Great for traveling, Culturelle® does not need constant refrigeration (keep at room temperature or below). And for a probiotic to be effective, it must survive transport through the stomach to get where it works in the intestinal tract; Culturelle® has been shown to do just that. Culturelle® is guaranteed to provide at least 30 billion live active cells of Lactobacillus GG in every capsule.

Culturelle® helps reduce intestinal discomfort, such as bloating, diarrhea, gas, cramps and poor digestion.

Why choose Culturelle®?
Culturelle® is:
    * Viable: guaranteed potency
    * Stable: does not need refrigeration
    * Dairy-Free: no casein or whey
    * Gluten-Free
    * In a vegetable-based capsule
    * The most researched probiotic in the world
    * Batch tested for purity and quality

Benefits of Culturelle®:
    * Improves digestion
    * Restores intestinal balance
    * Replenishes good bacteria in intestines, especially after taking bacteria-destroying medications
    * Strengthens immunity
    * Reduces allergic response
    * Promotes structural integrity of intestinal walls
    * Helps diminish occasional diarrhea
    * Eases ‘traveler’s intestines’
    * Promotes regular bowel movements
    * Helps manage bloating & discomfort
    * Stimulates the immune system to support overall health & wellness

The Science
    * Over 250 clinical studies conducted
    * Safe to be taken with medications, including antibiotics
    * Survives stomach acid & intestinal bile, unlike many other probiotic strains
    * Adheres to & colonizes in the intestinal tract
    * Provides a minimum of 10 billion live cells at time of usage, the amount most often recommended in medical research

The Quality
    * Made under controlled climate conditions to maximize potency & shelf life
    * Packaged in tamper evident, double strength foil to protect against light, moisture, air & heat
    * Independently assayed & verified

What are probiotics?

Our intestines are responsible for digestion and absorption of food, balancing hydration, proper elimination and more. Intestinal walls contain millions of bacteria, some are beneficial and some are not; managing a healthy balance is one of the body's ongoing tasks.

Probiotics replenish good bacteria, the 'pro-health' bacteria we want in our intestines. Probiotics also displace the bacteria we don't want.

How we live impacts balance

What we eat, stress, certain medications, gastrointestinal and colon health, exposure to colds and flu, exposure to new foods and environments while traveling - these situations can upset bacterial balance in your intestines, allowing more undesirable bacteria to flourish. Replenishing with probiotics is an effective way to restore balance.

For a probiotic to be effective, it must survive transport through the stomach to get where it works in the intestinal tract; Culturelle® has been shown to do just that.

Culturelle® is guaranteed to provide at least 10 billion live active cells of Lactobacillus GG in every capsule.

Clinically Proven
Culturelle® is a patented, clinically proven probiotic used in over 400 research studies.

In clinical research, Culturelle® has been shown to improve immunity, reduce allergic response in infants when mothers took Culturelle®, and lessen the incidence of diarrhea associated with certain medicines, irritable bowels, malnutrition and more*.

Dairy-Free
Dairy-Free Culturelle® is completely free of casein and whey.

Great for traveling
Culturelle® does not need constant refrigeration (keep at room temperature or below).

Serving Size:1 capsule
Servings Per Package: 30
Inulin (chicory root extract) 245 mg
Lactobacillus GG 10 Billion Cells mg **
Other Ingredients:Natural Vegetable based Capsules

** Guaranteed minimum at time of manufacture. Refrigeration is not required, but will ensure maximum potency.

Recommended Dosage: Adults – one capsule per day; Children – ½ to one capsule per day; Capsule can be opened and stirred into cool beverage or food.

Product Cautions: None

Why Should You Take Culturelle
Diet, travel, stress & even medications can cause imbalances in your digestive tract. Taking Culturelle, a probiotic, helps maintain a nourishing level of “good” bacteria, essential to regularity & gastrointestinal (GI) health.

A healthy human body contains approximately 500 billion bacteria. Most are good for the body. They help the body to digest food & maintain a healthy metabolism.

Good bacteria also occupy space in the intestinal tract preventing bad bacteria from taking hold in the body. Without good bacteria in the intestines as a barrier, the body is less capable of normal, healthy functioning.

What is Lactobacillus GG?
Lactobacillus GG (or LGG for short) is the most clinically researched & proven probiotic strain to help maintain a healthy intestinal flora. LGG has been documented in more than 250 studies to improve GI health.

How Does LGG compare to other strains of probiotic bacteria such as acidophilus?
Research shows that stomach acid kills many Lactobacillus strains on contact, including acidophilus, preventing those strains from reaching the intestinal tract. Strains that are delivered using a coated tablet may survive stomach acid, however, the majority do not adhere to the intestinal lining. Those that are able to adhere, do not colonize in the intestinal tract as successfully as LGG.

In study after study, LGG has been proven to better withstand stomach acid & form a stronger barrier to bad bacteria than other Lactobacillus varieties. Also, each capsule contains billions of live, active cells, more than virtually any other capsule or tablet on the market, & its potency is guaranteed. Studies have established that for maximum beneficial effects, billions of “good” bacteria should be taken in order to colonize the intestinal tract. Many probiotic products contain only a few million bacteria, so the health-enhancing activity of these other products may be questionable.

Is LGG Safe?
All-natural LGG has been exhaustively studied for safety as well as effectiveness. Although Culturelle with LGG is relatively new to the U.S, millions of Europeans of all ages have taken LGG over the last 20 years. Culturelle is clinically proven safe & effective, has no known side effects & may be taken with other supplements & medications, including antibiotics.

Are There Any Side Effects?
In rare instances, users have noticed bloating, gas or intestinal rumbling. This is normal due to the changing of the intestinal environment & should subside within 2 weeks.

Are There Any Drug Interactions?
There are no known drug interactions that have been reported with Culturelle, based on the mechanism of action of known pharmacological agents.

Is There A Best Time to Take Culturelle?
There is no specific time of the day to take Culturelle. Its effectiveness does not diminish with or without food.

How Often Should I Take Culturelle?
Take 1 capsule per day as part of a daily regimen to maintain digestive health & support the immune system. The bacterial strain in Culturelle will begin to colonize within 48 hours, establishing an effective barrier in the intestinal tract. Therefore, some benefits begin in 2 days, but ongoing gastrointestinal & immune benefits are realized after longer term continuous usage.

What Happens if I Stop Taking Culturelle?
Within approximately 1 week of not taking Culturelle, the barrier of good LGG bacteria may weaken & you may need to “repopulate” your intestinal tract with LGG to help you feel your best.

Why is Each Capsule Individually Double-Foil Protected?
Light, air, heat & moisture can all negatively affect probiotic bacteria, causing their number of active bacteria to diminish. Each Culturelle capsule is individually protected to assure maximum potency, stability & act as an effective barrier.

User Testimonies:

I get the “traveller’s diarrhoea” whenever I’m overseas and I can’t tolerate street food as well as other people. Culturelle works really well for me; I take 1 capsule everyday and I no longer suffer from food poisoning every time I travel. The packing also makes it convenient to bring overseas.

TK Goh, 52 yrs Male, Singapore

* As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Delta-Fraction Tocotrienols

2009-08-24T16:03:00.006+08:00

Delta-Fraction Tocotrienols
From annatto beans (Hypoallergenic)
75 softgels

The Possible Benefits of Delta-Fraction Tocotrienols, a Dietary Supplement
• Supports healthy level of blood lipids*
• Supports endothelial function, and the circulatory system overall *
• Provides antioxidant protection of fats and lipid membranes*
• Enhances blood level of coenzyme Q10*
• Potentially enhances healthy metabolism, including insulin sensitivity*

Delta-Fraction Tocotrienols contains delta- and gamma-tocotrienols. Along with tocopherols, tocotrienols are part of the vitamin E family. They are important oil-soluble antioxidants, crucial to the protection of fats, oils, and cell membranes against free radical damage.* Free radicals are reactive oxygen compounds generated by our normal biological processes and by exposure to ultraviolet radiation, pollution, cigarette smoke and other environmental and biological stress factors. High levels of free radicals can break down cell membranes and damage cell DNA.

Tocotrienols have been shown to strengthen arterial walls, and to support blood flow through arteries (coronary, carotid, and peripheral).* Tocotrienols help prevent the oxidation of LDL cholesterol, and some studies suggest that tocotrienols may prevent cholesterol oxidation more effectively than tocopherols.* Unlike tocopherols, delta- and gamma-tocotrienols also support healthy levels of cholesterol, including total and LDL cholesterol.* Tocotrienols have an inhibitory effect on HMG-CoA reductase, the liver enzyme that is critical to the rate at which cholesterol is synthesized.

Tocotrienols may potentially support endothelial functions and overall cardiovascular health in other ways, including supporting healthy levels of thromboxane, adhesion molecules, and C-reactive protein (CRP), and healthy platelet aggregation.* Tocotrienols do not lower plasma coenzyme Q10 as do the statin drugs, but instead increase it.*

Preliminary research suggests that delta-tocotrienol has potential to support healthy metabolism by enhancing insulin function, including insulin sensitivity.* Research also suggests that tocotrienols may offer some protection from the sun’s ultraviolet radiation, working synergistically with tocopherols and helping preserve tocopherols in skin cells.*

A small structural difference between tocopherols and tocotrienols results in distinct functional differences in their antioxidant activities, probably due to differences in how each is incorporated into cellular membranes. Tocopherols, with a saturated side chain that interacts hydrophobically with acyl side chains of membrane phospholipids, are relatively less able to access lipid radicals due to steric hindrance. Tocotrienols, with an unsaturated farnesyl side chain, have increased accessibility to lipid radicals and resulting greater antioxidant capacity. Tocopherols also have a significantly longer tail, so they anchor deeply into lipid membranes, whereas tocotrienols anchor less deeply, allowing them to cross more easily from one membrane to the next. These factors may explain why tocotrienol is 40-60 times more powerful as an antioxidant than tocopherol.*

Tocotrienols occur in many of the same sources as tocopherols, such as oil from rice bran, palm fruit, barley, and wheat germ, and both tocopherols and tocotrienols occur in alpha, beta, gamma, and delta fractions. Palm and rice contain large amounts of tocopherols and only minor amounts of active delta-tocotrienol, so Delta-Fraction Tocotrienols utilizes tocotrienols extracted from annatto.

Annatto produces a superior form of tocotrienols, high in the most beneficial fractions, delta-tocotrienols and gamma-tocotrienol, and is free of tocopherols.

Tocotrienols are well tolerated, with an extensive history of study and safe use. Human consumption of 240mg/day of tocotrienols for up to two years caused no adverse effects, and animal toxicity studies suggest that they are safe at much higher levels.*

Serving Size: 2 Softgels

Servings Per Container: 37

Amount Per Serving:

Tocotrienols (as DeltaGOLD® Tocotrienols containing 90% Delta-Tocotrienols And 10% Gamma-Tocotrienol) 100 mg

Other ingredients: Rice bran oil, gelatin, glycerin, water.

This nutrient is of the highest quality and purity obtainable, and does not contain preservatives, diluents, or artificial additives.

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, 1 or 2 softgels one or two times daily with meals, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

DHA

2009-08-24T15:39:00.008+08:00

DHA
Essential for Optimal Brain Development
90 softgels

The Possible Benefits of DHA, a Dietary Supplement
• Important for maintaining the fluidity and function of cell membranes, particularly in the retina and the brain

DHA is an essential component of our brain, eye, and nerve cells. Its unique size and shape are unlike any other fatty acid, and the body uses it for very specific functions. DHA is the premium quality material needed for optimal brains. Our brain is actually made up of more than 60% fatty substances. It is a collection of billions of intricately woven cells. One kind of cell is the nerve cell, called a neuron, and it is responsible for communicating electrical signals throughout the brain and rest of the body. A protective membrane called a lipid bilayer surrounds each neuron. The lipid bilayer consists of two layers of compounds called phospholipids. Each phospholipid has a saturated fatty acid and an unsaturated one - usually DHA.

The retina is the light-sensitive part of the eye. It is a layer of many different kinds of cells. Just like neurons, these cells are protected by a lipid bilayer, which in turn consist of phospholipids. This time, both fatty acids of the phospholipid are unsaturated, and typically, both are DHA. You can imagine the importance of getting enough DHA during the first few years of life, when the brain, eyes, and nervous systems are developing. Even into adulthood, the body needs adequate amounts of DHA to maintain and replace cells.

ARG produces a rich source of docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), an omega 3 fatty acid, prepared from molecularly distilled cold water fish, such as cod, mackerel, salmon, and shark. The product provides a minimum of 45% DHA in an easy-to-swallow, small capsule. Every batch is tested to insure purity and the absence of heavy metals and other potential contaminants.

Serving Size                               2 softgels
Servings per container       45
Amount per serving:
Fish Oil                600 mg
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)    270 mg
Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)       24 mg
Other ingredients: Gelatin, glycerin, water.

Suggested Use: As a dietary supplement, 1 or 2 softgels two or three times daily with meals, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

Product Cautions: None

This nutrient is of the highest quality and purity obtainable, and does not contain preservatives, diluents, or artificial additives.

Variations in product color may occur. Keep in a cool, dry place, tightly capped.

PURE Fish Oil Concentrate are tested to insure purity & the absence of heavy metals & 210 other contaminants.
Tested by independent laboratories to insure absence of:
• Heavy Metals: Lead, Mercury, Cadmium, Arsenic & Aluminium
• Microbiology Contamination: Bacteria, Yeast & Mould Counts
• Herbicide, Pesticide and Fungicide Residue
• Multiple Chemical Solvent Residues
• 17 Dioxins and Dioxin-Like Compounds
• Peroxides and Anisidines

As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Adiminstration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Digestive Enzymes

2009-08-24T15:22:00.005+08:00

Digestive Enzymes
Vegetarian-Derived Enzymes
180 vegetarian capsules

The Possible Benefits of Digestive Enzymes, a Dietary Supplement
• Helps alleviate bloating, fullness, gastrointestinal discomfort and symptoms associated with occasional indigestion and gas.
• Digest a full range of foods, including protein, fats, carbohydrates, sugar and fiber.

Digestion is the process that breaks down food mechanically and chemically in the gastrointestinal tract to convert the food into absorbable forms. The body can absorb salt and water unchanged, but starches, fats and proteins can't be absorbed until they have been split into smaller molecules.

Each of the five main digestive enzymes has a different role to play:
• Amylase digests starch
• Protease breaks down the peptide bonds that join the amino acids in a protein, ensuring the amino acids are readily available to the body
• Lipase splits apart emulsified fats.
• Lactase digests milk sugar
• Cellulase helps break down plant and vegetable matter

Deficiencies of these enzymes can wreak havoc on the digestive tract, causing bloating, flatulence, and gastrointestinal discomfort. Without proper supplies of these enzymes, the body struggles to digest the high-fat or high-starch meals. Pancreatic enzyme deficiencies also are associated with Pancreatitis, Crohn's disease and cystic fibrosis. Consuming a high-fiber diet may also cause a decrease in digestive enzyme levels.

Lactase

This milk-sugar digesting enzyme is perhaps the best known of the digestive enzymes, due to the prevalence of lactose intolerance. Lactase supplementation supports individuals who exhibit lactose intolerance after consuming dairy products.

Lipase

This enzyme is essential to the body’s ability to break down lipids. In a clinical trial conducted, 100 subjects suffering from flatulence, pressure and pain in the stomach, nausea after meals, and belching, lipase and other proteolytic enzymes improved all of the above symptoms in 96% of the subjects.

Amylase

An enzyme that helps the body digest starch, amylase is integral to the breakdown of refined carbohydrates, potatoes and other starchy foods. Due to amylase's role in breaking down carbohydrates, researchers have found that type 1 diabetics may suffer from an amylase deficiency, although this same deficiency wasn’t noted in type 2 diabetics. Vegetarians consuming low-tryptophan diets also may be deficient in this important enzyme.

Protease and Cellulase

These enzymes have opposite actions in the body. While protease digests protein, cellulase digests vegetables and plant matter. Protease has been studied for its ability to improve muscle healing after exercise in combination with amylase, lipase and other enzymes when taken on an empty stomach. When consumed with meals, however, protease helps break down protein so that the body can use protein's building blocks (amino acids) more effectively.

Conclusion

Vitamin Research Products's Digestive Enzymes is a unique, plant-based formula containing amylase, protease, lactase, lipase and cellulase. The vegetarian enzymes are generally better tolerated than animal-source enzymes as a source of nourishment for the intestinal tract. Digestive Enzymes help alleviate bloating, fullness, gastrointestinal discomfort and symptoms associated with occasional indigestion and gas. The plant-based enzymes in Digestive Enzymes work to digest a full range of foods, including protein, fats, carbohydrates, sugar and fiber. These vegetarian enzymes (provided in a vegetarian capsule) are generally better tolerated than animal-source enzymes, and they work over a broader range in the intestinal tract.

Serving Size: 1 capsule
Serving per container: 180
Amount per serving:
Digestive Enzyme Powder        50 mg
   Amylase                                no less than 24,000 U/G
   Neutral Protease       no less than 6,000 U/G
   Lactase                     no less than 4,000 U/G
   Lipase                                   no less than 1,000 U/G
   Cellulase                     no less than 340 U/G
Other ingredients: Microcrystalline cellulose and hydroxypropyl methylcellulose (Vcap)

U/G: unit per gram

Suggested use: Take 1 or 2 capsules with each meal.

As per US federal guidelines, we need to inform you that these statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Adiminstration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.