Ultra Preventive X - Douglas Labs

DESCRIPTION

Ultra Preventive ® X is Douglas Laboratories’ signature formula and the most comprehensive multivitamin and mineral supplement , with an organi c fruit , vegetable and phytonutrient blend. This unique formula provides antioxidant support and many beneficial nutrients , including carotenoids, flavonoids, polyphenols and bioavailab le forms of vitamins and minerals that may contribute to optimal health. †

FUNCTIONS

Ultra Preventive ® X has been carefully developed to contain adequate amounts of vitamins, minerals, and other beneficial nutrients and enzymes . Each ingredient is selected in consideration of its absorbability, competitive relationship with other nutrients, allergenic potential, and long- term safety. The specific nutrients are included in high- potency amounts because of the vital roles they play in antioxidant protection, cellular health, energy, methylation, the nervous system, and vascular, bone , heart and immune support , among other functions .†

Alpha -lipoic acid is a nutritional coenzyme that is involved in energy metabolism of proteins, carbohydrates and fats, has physiological functions for healthy blood glucose metabolism , and is able to scavenge a number of free radicals. Besides being a universal free radical scavenger, alpha- lipoic acid can also recharge other antioxidant systems such as glutathione and vitamins C and E. †

Vitamin C is a potent water -soluble antioxidant nutrient, also protecting cell s from oxygen free radical damage. It is essential for connective tissue and bone metabolism, capillary health, and immune function. †

Vitamin C works together with vitamin E. Beta - carotene supports vitamin E, recognized as the body’s most valuable fat soluble antioxidant. It prevents oxidation of unsaturated fatty acids by inactivating free radicals, thus stabilizing and protecting cell membranes, e.g. , in the lungs, eyes, and arteries .†

The carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin are important antioxidants in the macula of the eye, as evidenced by recent studies performed by the NIH National Eye Institute. Research has shown that these important carotenoids are the predominant pigments found in t he macula to support healthy vision.† Lycopene provides optimal antioxidant and cellular support for prostate, lung, cervical, breast and cardiovascular health.†

The antioxidant activity of quercetin supports the gastroint estinal tract and immune system. † Quercetin increases mucus secretion from gastric cells. The mucus polysaccharide provides a protective buffer for the gastric cells from the low pH of the stomach contents. Q uercetin also supports the normal immune response to antigens.† Quercetin inhibit s the IgE -mediated release from mast cells as well as IgG -mediated histamine release. Many bioflavonoids, especially rutin and quercetin, support the health of the body’s circulatory system by helping maintain capillary blood flow and proper vascular permeabil ity, integrity, and resiliency. †

N-Acetyl -l-Cysteine is a precursor for the sulfur amino acid cysteine, which is used by the body to synthesize glutathione. Glutathione is a naturally occurring tripeptide that is a major component of two enzymes: glut athione peroxidase and glutathione reductase, which help scaveng e toxic free radicals and inhibi t peroxidation. †

Calcium and magnesium are included in a 1:1 ratio in bioavailable amino acid chelate and citrate forms to support bone and tissue health. † Vitamin D is responsible for the absorption of calcium into the blood, and Vitamin K2 deposits the blood calcium into bones and teeth. Therefore, consuming sufficient amounts of dietary calcium is not enough for bone and cardiovascular health; the body nee ds to distribute and utilize the calcium properly with aid of Vitamin K 2.†

A significant dose of elemental choline from choline bitartrate is supplied in this formula. Choline acts as a methyl donor for homocysteine and folate metabolism in the methylation cycle following conversion to betaine, and also as a structural component of cellular membranes and synthesis of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine. †

Choline and inositol are lipotropic factors that support liver function and mobilize fats and bile.†