Wednesday, April 18, 2012

New Supplements

I just read up on these in the last few days while researching the book "Transcend" by Ray Kurzweil and Terry Grossman
http://www.amazon.com/Transcend-Nine-Steps-Living-Forever/dp/1605292079/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1334770214&sr=8-1

I have not yet received the supplements, so I can't tell you how they work or how they make me feel. However, here is some of the information about them based on the website where I purchased them:

All statements marked with an asterisk ("*") have this disclaimer:
*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.

(Everything listed below is a single daily dose except those labeled with a "(x2)" which indicates that two tablets will be taken each day.)

Vitacost SAM-e -- 200 mg per tablet - 60 Enteric Coated Tabs (x2)
http://www.vitacost.com/vitacost-sam-e-200-mg-per-tablet-60-enteric-coated-tabs#productDetails

Support for healthy joint function, liver health and mood.*

What is SAM-e?
S-adenosyl methionine (SAM-e) is a precursor of glutathione, an antioxidant naturally produced by the liver. It functions as a major methyl donor in the brain, involved in the pathways for the synthesis of hormones, neurotransmitters, nucleic acids, proteins and phospholipids.*

How does SAM-e support health?
·         Clinical studies have shown that SAM-e can enhance mobility and movement and promote joint comfort.*
·         As a precursor to glutathione, SAM-e may help protect liver tissue from free radical damage and support healthy liver detoxification.*
·         SAM-e is required for the synthesis of norepinephrine, dopamine and serotonin, an important process for mood regulation.*
·         *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.

Vitacost Resveratrol + Grape Seed & Red Wine Extracts -- 120 Capsules
http://www.vitacost.com/vitacost-resveratrol-grape-seed-red-wine-extracts

Vitacost Resveratrol + Grape Seed & Red Wine Extracts is a powerful nutrient combination that aids in protecting the body from the damaging effects of free radicals.*

How does Vitacost Resveratrol + Grape Seed & Red Wine Extracts support health?
·         Supports cardiovascular health.*
·         Powerful antioxidant properties.*
·         Helps maintain a healthy inflammatory response.*
·         Promotes healthy breast tissue and function.*

Vitacost Ginkgo Biloba Extract -- 120 mg - 300 Capsules

Natural support for memory and concentration.*

What is ginkgo biloba?
Ginkgo biloba is the oldest known living species of tree, and the extract of its leaves has been used for centuries in traditional medicine. Ginkgo biloba extract contains two groups of active constituents, flavonoids and terpenoids. Flavonoids and terpenoids are antioxidants.

How does ginkgo biloba support health?
·         Supports healthy brain function and performance.*
·         Promotes memory and cognition.*
·         Supports positive mood.*
·         Supports healthy circulation in the lower legs.*
·         Enhances circulation to the brain and supports memory.*

Vitacost Vinpocetine Featuring BioVinca® -- 10 mg - 240 Capsules
http://www.vitacost.com/vitacost-vinpocetine-featuring-biovinca

Vinpocetine is a plant-derived compound made from vincamine, an alkaloid found in the leaves of the periwinkle (Vinca minor) plant. Used in Europe and Japan for the past few decades, vinpocetine became available as a supplement in the U.S. in 1997.

How does vinpocetine support health?
·         Helped improve short-term memory function and increase critical reaction time in healthy volunteers.*
·         Supports cerebrovascular health.*
·         Acts as an antioxidant to protect the brain from free radicals.*

Vitacost Saw Palmetto Extract with Pumpkin Seed Oil -- 320 mg per serving - 300 Softgels

Supports prostate and urinary health.*

What is Vitacost Saw Palmetto Extract? Vitacost Saw Palmetto Extract is a high-quality extract of saw palmetto, standardized to 45% fatty acids, combined with 320 mg of pumpkin seed oil.

Saw palmetto (Serenoa repens) is a low-growing palm tree with sharp, saw-like leaves and deep red berries that grows in warm climates, such as those in the southeastern U.S. and California. Pumpkin (Cucurbita) is an edible fruit found on the American and European continents, as well as in the Caribbean. The seeds are a natural source of linoleic acid, oleic acid and phytosterols.

How does Vitacost Saw Palmetto Extract support health?
·         Supports normal prostate size and urine flow.*
·         Helps protect the prostate from excess DHT and estrogen.*
·         May help promote healthy hair growth.*
·         Decades of research support saw palmetto’s safety and efficacy.
·         European studies dating back to the 1980s confirm pumpkin seed oil’s ability to support prostate and urinary health.*
·         Pumpkin seed oil’s antioxidant properties provide cellular protection against the damaging effects of free radicals.*

Vitacost Phosphatidylserine Complex -- 1,000 mg per serving - 120 Softgels (x2)
http://www.vitacost.com/vitacost-phosphatidylserine-complex

A natural, plant-based source of this vital brain nutrient.

What is phosphatidylserine? Phosphatidylserine is a phospholipid (type of fat) component found in cell membranes throughout the human body, with highest concentrations in the brain. It’s manufactured by the body but can also be obtained through dietary sources such as meat, fish, dairy products, white beans, barley and soy lecithin. Phosphatidylersine is vital to healthy brain function.

How does phosphatidylserine support health?
·         Consumption of phosphatidylserine may reduce the risk of dementia in the elderly.
·         Very limited and preliminary scientific research suggests that phosphatidylserine may reduce the risk of dementia in the elderly. FDA concludes that there is little scientific evidence supporting this claim.
·         Consumption of phosphatidylserine may reduce the risk of cognitive dysfunction in the elderly.
·         Very limited and preliminary scientific research suggests that phosphatidylserine may reduce the risk of cognitive dysfunction in the elderly. FDA concludes that there is little scientific evidence supporting this claim.
·         May help support healthy cognitive function as we age.*
·         Helps promote a healthy adrenal response to stress.*

Vitacost Ubiquinol CoQH Featuring Kaneka QH® -- 50 mg - 90 Softgels

 A new, active form of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) that’s highly absorbed and utilized by the body.*

What is Vitacost Ubiquinol CoQH? Vitacost Ubiquinol CoQH is a new, stabilized form of coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10). CoQ10 is a fat-soluble, vitamin-like compound found in every cell of the body. It’s used by the mitochondria (“power plants”) of cells to produce energy. CoQ10 is found in highest concentration in cells of organs that require large amounts of energy, such as the heart.

CoQ10 also functions as a powerful antioxidant.* Antioxidants help protect cells from free radical damage. Free radicals are harmful compounds generated during normal body processes, such as breathing and digestion, but also upon exposure to environmental influences such as UV sunlight and smoke. Free radicals attack healthy cells, damaging their membranes, DNA and other components, compromising normal cell function.

While the body produces CoQ10 on its own, levels decline over time, with a steady decrease beginning after age 30. Factors such as aging, genetics, and cholesterol-lowering statins can lead to a CoQ10 deficiency.

Ubiquinol is a reduced form of CoQ10 (ubiquinone). It is the form which is directly used in human metabolism as a lipid-soluble antioxidant.*

How does Vitacost Ubiquinol CoQH support health?
·         Ubiquinol is very protective against oxygen radical formation*
·         Ubiquinol has twice the bioavailability of ubiquinone
·         Cholesterol-lowering statin drugs can lower serum CoQ10 levels

Vitacost Vitamin C-1000 Complex Sustained-Release Tablets -- 1000 mg - 100 Tablets

A powerful, sustained-release vitamin C complex at a better value than other brands!

What is Vitacost Vitamin C-1000 Complex?
VItacost Vitamin C-1000 Complex is a synergistic formula featuring a gentle form of vitamin C with citrus bioflavonoids from rinds of oranges, lemons, grapefruits and tangerines. It’s a sustained-release formula, meaning a constant, effective stream of nutrients is provided for maximum protection against free radicals.

How does vitamin C support health?
·         Promotes healthy collagen, skin and wound healing*
·         Helps maintain the integrity, structure, function and activity of the endothelium*
·         Maintains a healthy cardiovascular system*
·         Helps to maintain healthy blood pressure levels already within the normal range*
·         Promotes the maintenance of healthy DNA*
·         Protects against free radicals*
·         Improves the way the body deals with all types of stressors*

Vitacost Glutathione Reduced -- 500 mg - 60 Capsules

Glutathione is a powerful antioxidant.*

What is glutathione?
Glutathione is a natural substance found in varying degrees in all cells, tissues, organ systems and fluids in the body. It is a tripeptide compound, made up of three amino acids: cysteine, glycine and glutamic acid. Glutathione is best known for its role as a powerful antioxidant.*

The body naturally produces glutathione, but levels are known to decrease with age. Factors such as poor diet, strenuous exercise, being overweight and certain health conditions can also affect glutathione levels.

Glutathione can be obtained through diet, with meat being an ideal source, and fruits and vegetables (such as spinach, tomatoes and asparagus) providing moderate amounts. It’s said that eating foods rich in sulfur-containing amino acids helps with the body’s production of glutathione.

How does glutathione support health?
·         Provides powerful antioxidant protection against free radical damage.*

Vitacost Horny Goat Weed Complex -- 1200 mg per serving- 120 Capsules

All-natural libido enhancer.*

What is Vitacost Horny Goat Weed Complex? Horny goat weed, also called Epimedium or Yin Yang Huo, is a small shrub with wide, heart-shaped leaves that resemble ivy. According to legend, a Chinese goat herder noticed an increase in his herd’s sexual activity after they fed on the plant. It came to be known as “horny goat weed” and began being used as a libido stimulator for both men and women.*

How does Vitacost Horny Goat Weed Complex support health?
·         Research on animals indicates that icariin, the main constituent in horny goat weed, may promote healthy sexual function in men.*
·         A safe way to naturally enhance libido.*
·         Icariin may support strong bones.*

Vitacost Maca Extract -- 525 mg - 100 Capsules

Herbal supplement that may enhance libido and endurance in men.*

What is maca extract? Maca (Lepidium meyenii), a member of the Brassicacea family, is an annual plant that grows in the highlands of Peru and is believed to have been cultivated as far back as 2,000 years ago. Maca has been used as a food source in the Andes and has folklore surrounding it that includes increases in stamina, energy and libido enhancing qualities.*

How does maca extract support health?
·         May support energy and endurance in athletes.*
·         Offers a safe, natural way to enhance libido.*



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