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INFORMATIONS ON NUTRITIONAL SUPPLEMENTS
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5-Hydroxy-Tryptophan
Jarrow Formulas 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) is an extract of Griffonia simplicifolia seeds from coastal West Africa. Purity is assured by HPLC. 5-HTP is the direct metabolic precursor of serotonin and is important for the production of melatonin. The Life Extension Foundation makes 5-HTP available to help Down's syndrome patients or those with depression that does not respond to other therapies. For information concerning 5-HTP's possible side effects, please click here.
Supplement Facts: Serving size 1 capsule
Amount per capsule: 5-HTP (5-hydroxytryptophan) 50 mg
* Daily Value not established yet.
Other ingredients: rice powder, silicon dioxide, and magnesium stearate. Capsule consists of gelatin.
Usage: As a dietary supplement, take one capsule per day on an empty stomach, or as directed by your qualified health consultant. Note: Do not take if you are pregnant, lactating, trying to conceive, under age 18 or have a medical condition. If taking prescribed medication(s), e g antidepressant SSRIs, MAO inhibitors or sedatives, consult health professional before taking 5-HTP.
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Manufacturers/Distributors:
- Life Enhancement Prod. Inc.
Acetyl-L-Carnitine
Acetyl-l-carnitine is the acetyl ester of the amino acid
L-carnitine. Acetyl-l-carnitine is absorbed into the bloodstream more efficiently than L-Carnitine,
passes more easily through cell membranes, and is utilized more efficiently in the mitochondria
of the cell. About 95% of cellular energy occurs in the mitochondria and deseases of aging are
invreasingly beeing referred to as "mitochondria disorders". Acetyl-l-carnitine is the biologically
active amino acid involved in the transport of fatty acids into the cell's mitochondria for the
purpose of producing energy. Acetyl-l-carnitine has been shown to protect brain cells against
aging-related degeneration and improve mood, memory and cognition. People use acetyl-l-carnitine
to maintain their immune competence and reduce the formation of the aging pigment lipofuscin.
The most important effect of acetyl-l-carnitine however, is to maintain the function of the cell's
energy. ...
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Acetylcysteine
N-Acetyl-Cysteine is the acetylated form of L-Cysteine which is more efficiently absorbed and used. It is also an antioxidant that is helpful against viruses. N-Acetyl-Cysteine has been used as a liver protectant and to break up pulmonary and brochial mucus.
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Alpha-Lipoic Acid
Thioctacid; Coenzym ...
Manufacturers/Distributors:
- KAL Inc., Park City, Utah
- NewFood Inc., Florida - USA
Arginine
Supplement Facts: Serving size 1 capsule
Amount per capsule: L-arginine 900 mg
Other ingredients: magnesium stearate, gelatin and water.
Directions: Take one capsule, one to five times daily. Higher amounts can be taken if recommended by a knowledgeable health care provider.
Store tightly closed in a cool, dry place.
Durk Pearson and Sandy Shaw recommend the following total daily quantities of arginine (free base) for healthy male adults: weight 100 to 140 pounds, 12 grams; 140 to 200 pounds, 18 grams; over 200 pounds, 24 grams. For healthy female nonpregnant, nonlactating aduts: under 120 pounds, 6 grams; 120 to 180 pounds, 12 grams; over 180 pounds, 18 grams. Start with about 25% of your target quantity, and increase it gradually over a period of a few days to minimize the occurrence of minor side ffects such as nausea. When taking growth hormone releasing amino acids, it is recommended to take 1 to 3 grams choline and 500 mg to 2 grams pantothenic acid (vitamin B5). If diarrhea occurs, lower the dose.
Cautions:
- * Diabetics and borderline diabetics must use growth hormone or growth hormone releasers with care. Arginine might improve or worsen a diabetic condition.
- * Persons who have not completed their long bone growth (children and teenagers) should NOT use growth hormone or growth hormone releasers except under a physician's supervision. (This also applies to pregnant or lactating women.)
- * Arginine and ornithine sometimes reactivate latent herpes virus infections, so persons who have ever had ocular or brain herpes must not use either of these as GH releasers.
- * Certain psychotics may experience worsened symptoms if they take arginine or ornithine supplements.
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Ascorbyl Palmitate
Ascorbyl palmitate is a fat (lipid) soluble form of vitamin C that can reach tissue areas which ascorbic acid cannot. Even though this form is purely synthetic and is not found in nature, it has been shown to be beneficial for protecting the lipid areas of the body from peroxidation. Technically, the ascorbic acid "part" of Ascorbyl pamnitate is only 42% of the total weight. Since ascorbyl palmitate and ascorbic acid work in entirely seperate areas of the body, however, the concentration of ascobic acid by weight has little relevance to the benefits of ascorbyl palmitate.
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Beta-Carotene
Beta-carotene is an important antioxidant which has been shown to help to prevent cancer and heart disease and serves as a precursor to vitamin A. Beta-carotene cannot, however, build up to toxic levels in the body like vitamin A can. Each capsule contains 25,000 IU vitamin A activity from 15 mg beta-carotene (Roche). Take with the heaviest meal of the day for maximum assimilation. One or more capsules daily can be taken. Those with liver disease should not take large doses of beta-carotene. Supplement Facts: Serving size 1 softgel capsule - Servings per container: 100 Amount per softgel: Vitamin A (100% as beta-carotene) 25,000 iu - Other ingredients: gelatin, soy bean oil, glycerin, purified water, corn oil, beeswax and soy lecithin. SUGGESTED USE: Take 1 or more capsules per day with the heaviest meal, or as directed by a health care professional.
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Bio Pro Thymic Protein A
A daily dose of Thymic Protein A could make a difference to longevity.
Dr. Terry Beardsley has patented a technology to grow thymus cells in the laboratory and then purify a specific thymus protein, Thymic Protein A, that will:
- Help T-cells to mature and be capable of responding to specific antigens.
- Stimulate production of interleukin-2 by T-4 cells
- Suppress flu virus
- Enhance immune response to all infectious agents
A packet contains:
4 mcg (12 trillion active molecules) of freeze-dried Thymic Protein A powder in a maltodextrin base with a shelflife of at least two years.
Dosage and use:
- One packet daily or every other day is suggested for healthy people
- Those with serious health problems may wish to take more.
- Empty packet under the tongue and allow to dissolve for three minutes before swallowing.
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Biotin
Biotin is a member of the B complex. Each hard gelatin capsule contains 600 mcg of pure crystalline biotin in a base of tapioca. Biotin may help prevent hair loss in some people. It may also alleviate eczema and dermatitis. Well tolerated by the most highly allergic individuals. No tablet binders, coatings or colorings. Free of the most common allergens such as corn, soy, yeast, rice, barley, wheat, lactose (milk sugar) and all milk, citrus, fish and egg products. No added flavorings, sugars, salt, artificial sweeteners, colorings, preservatives or salicylates. SUGGESTED USE: Take one capsule daily, or as recommended.
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Bone Restore
Bone assure is a cemprehensive formula that can prevent osteoporosis in 5 different ways.
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Branched Chain Amino Acids
Studies conducted on people with alcoholic cirrhosis have demonstrated a benefit in consuming valine, leucine, and isoleucine. These branched-chain amino acids can enhance protein synthesis in liver cells and muscle cells and are used by body builders to produce an anabolic effect.
Supplement Facts: Serving size 4 capsules - Servings per container: 22 -
Amount per serving: Vitamin B6 (as pyridoxine hydrochloride) 10 mg
L-leucine 1200 mg
L-isoleucine 600 mg
L-valine 600 mg
Other ingredients: rice flour, magnesium stearate, gelatin and water.
SUGGESTED USE: Two to four capsules daily. Take between meals with fruit juice or before eating.
WARNING: To be used by adults only who are fully grown, and not by anyone afflicted with the disease "pellagra."
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Calcium
CALCIUM CARBONATE POWDER
Calcium carbonate is a source of calcium, but its recommended use is that of a buffering agent to be added to acidic vitamins in solution in order to neutralize the pH. Each 1/4 teaspoon contains one gram calcium carbonate, providing 440 mg elemental calcium.
SUGGESTED USE:
Take 1 tsp in a glass of juice or with other vitamins.
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Carnitine
The most effectiv antiaging therapy to maintain youthful cellular energy metabolism is the mino acid L-carnitine, which functions via several mechanisms to protect cells from the effects of aging. L-carnitine assists in the transport of fat through the cell membrane and into the mitochondria within the cell, where these fats are oxidized to produce the cellular energy ATP....
See also: Acetyl-L-Carnitine
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