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Omega-3
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Thins the blood
Reduces BP * Warfarin * BP meds |
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Omega-6
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Found in the cell membranes of almost all cells in the body
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Soy
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Contains isoflavones which reduce hot flashes
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Echinacea Purpurea
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Non-specific immune system stimulant against colds
*taken as early as possible at onset of symptoms *also taken to prevent colds * Immunosupressants |
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Cranberry Extract
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Prevents urinary track infections
1 cap = 6 oz. glass of cranberry juice |
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Odourless Garlic
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Reduces BP
Antioxidant properties May reduce LDL Boosts the immune system Activates detoxifying enzymes * Warfarin |
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Black Cohosh
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Hot flashes
Night sweats |
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Chasteberry
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Maintains balance between estrogen and progesterone
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Wild Yam
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Steroidal precursors helping regulate hormonal function
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Burdock
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Detoxifies Liver (organ involved in estrogen production)
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Dong Quai
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Long tradition of use for broad range of menopausal Sx
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Passion Flower
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Helps ease tension, anxiety, restlessness and irritability associated with menopause
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Lemon Balm
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Induces Calmness
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CoQ10
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95% of body's energy production requires CoQ10
Heart, Lung and Liver have the most CoQ10 CoQ10 production decreases with age Acts as an antioxidant Lowers BP Improves energy Levels * Warfarin |
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Glucosamine
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Stimulates the synthesis of cartilage in the joints
Reliefs Pain and inflammation |
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Chondroitin
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Strengthens Collagen in joints
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MSM
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Analgesic and Antiinflammatory properties
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Calcium
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99% of total calcium in bone and teeth
Maintains strong bones |
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Magnesium
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Important in maintaining bone crystal structure
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Vitamin D
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Functions in intestine to control absorption of calcium
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Vitamin K1
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Activates proteins involved in bone formation
*Warfarin |
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Zinc
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Important in regulating Ca intake
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Green Tea
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Increases amount of stimulation in the brain
Temporarily increases BP and HR * Insomnia |
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Guarana
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Increases amount of stimulation in the brain
Temporarily increases BP and HR *Insomnia |
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Siberian Ginseng
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Promotes Recovery from Fatigue
*Insomnia |
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Vitamin B12
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Needed for synthesis of new cells and proteins, necessary for growth of cells
Helps make new RBCs Necessary in the metabolism of fat, carbs, and proteins from diet |
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Folic Acid
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Convert glucose to energy
Make RBCs Make DNA and RNA (pregnancy) |
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Protease
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Helps elderly in breakdown of proteins
Reduces cramps and gas |
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Lipase
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Helps elderly in the breakdown of fats
Reduces cramps and gas |
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Amylase
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Helps elderly in the breakdown of carbs
Reduces cramps and gas |
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Lactase
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Aids elderly in the breakdown of lactose
Will reduce gas and cramps *Take with meals |
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Amyloglucosidase
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Aids elderly in the breakdown of carbs
*Take with meals |
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Devil's Claw
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Has analgesic and Anti-inflammatory properties
* Warfarin |
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Boswellia
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Has analgesic and Anti-inflammatory properties
* Warfarin |
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Bromelian
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Anti-inflammatory properties
* Warfarin |
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Gingko Biloba
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Antioxidant
Stimulates uptake of Choline by hippocampus (hippocampus important for memory) * Warfarin |
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Canadian Ginseng
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Helps preserve life of brain cells
Helps the hippocampus work better * Warfarin |
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BacoMind (Bacopa)
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Increases Ach production
Reversing reduction of Ach receptors |
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Pomegranate
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Antioxidant
Lowers BP Lowers Cholesterol * Warfarin |
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Vitamin B1 (Thiamine)
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Produces energy from breakdown of carbohydrates
Important for growth |
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Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)
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Produces energy by the breakdown of carbs, fat, protein
Antioxidant |
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Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide)
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Produces energy by the breakdown of carbs, fat and proteins
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Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxidine)
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Produce energy by the breakdown of carbs, fat and proteins
Maintain healthy muscle and nerve cells Produce RNA and DNA Involved in absorption of B12 Important for RBC production |
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Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin)
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Produces energy by the breakdown of carbs, fat, protein
Maintain healthy nerves Produce RNA and DNA Produce Red Blood Cells Utilize Iron Properly |
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Folic Acid
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Produces energy by the breakdown of carbs, fat, protein
Produces RNA and DNA Produce RBCs Iron Use Maintain brain function (moods, etc) |
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Pantothenic Acid
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Use other B Vitamins more effectively
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Passion Flower
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Helps relieve anxiety
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Vitamin C
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Antioxidant
Grow and repair tissue Formation of collagen Wound Healing |
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Lemon Balm
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Calming Effect
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Ashwaghana (Whithania)
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Scavenges Free Radicals
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Grapeseed (vitis)
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Can scavenge free radicals and minimize oxidative damage to cells
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CLA (Conjugated Linoleic Acid)
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Helps burn fats
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Fennel seed
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Helps with digestion
Increases feeling of fullness |
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Burdock Root Extract
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Diuretic effect
Cleanses Blood and liver |
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Artichoke Extract
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Aids in digestion
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Gymnema Sylvestre
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Reduces cravings for sweets
May lower blood glucose |
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Prune Juice
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Laxative, cleanses the intestines
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Aloe Vera
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Improves look of skin
Increases Energy Strengthens digestive tract |
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Elderberry Extract
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Cleanses the Liver
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Green Coffee
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Reduces the absorption of carbohydrates
Helps burn off fat |
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Bromelian
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Aids in digestion of Proteins
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Buckthorn Extract
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Mild Laxative Function
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Milk Thistle
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Stimulates secretion of bile
Stimulates renewal of liver cells |
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Garcinia Cambogia
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Suppress appetite
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Lutein
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Protects the retina against light damage
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Green Tea
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Scavenges Free Radicals
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Grapeseed Extract
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Scavenges Free Radicals
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Iron
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Replenish iron loss from menses
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