Why take a "nutritional cocktail" of over 40 nutrients?

Why take a "nutritional cocktail" of over 40 nutrients ?

Because it works.

Here are the reasons:

First, different nutrients work at different parts of the cell. Vitamin C, for example, is water soluble and protects us from free radical attacks outside the cell. Vitamin E, on the other hand, is fat soluble. It is able to penetrate the cell wall easily and combat oxidative damage intracellularly.

Second, different nutrients complement each other in their duty. Numerous studies have shown that taking multiple nutrients in the optimal dosage is better than taking single vitamins. There is no one single major bullet in nutritional supplement. It is wise to obtain as broad a coverage as possible.

Third, different nutrients have different target organs. Saw palmetto focuses on the prostate gland, while milk thistle focuses on the liver. Gingko has blood thinning properties, and Vitamin E improves circulation to the brain.

Fourth, by combining the synergistic effect of multiple nutrients, the dosage of any single nutrient is decreased. It has been shown , for example, that the oxidative effect of combination of vitamin C, A, and E is much higher than when any single one of these vitamins are used.

What does the nutritional cocktail do for your body?

80 % of us are going to die of cancer, stroke, or heart diseases. Any effective anti-aging supplement program must address the three issues. In addition, the nutritional cocktail must fortify our immunity and modulate our hormones to deter the aging process.

Let us look at each issue specifically:

Cardiovascular Protection - Our daily supplements must help to maintain the elasticity of the vascular system and help prevent cardiovascular complications. The following are key nutrients:

Ascorbyl Palmitate, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, L-Proline, and L-Lysine.

Cancer Prevention - Our daily supplements must contain antioxidants to help reverse the damages of environmental free radicals that can cause cancer. The following nutrients in optimal doses are required:

Vitamin A, Vitamin E, Vitamin C, Selenium, Grape seed Extract, Citrus Bioflavinoids.

Immunity Enhancers - Our daily supplement must help us to defend ourselves against germs , bacteria, environmental pollutants, and external insults. Key nutrients in this area include:

Vitamin C, L-Glutamine, Garlic, and Selenium.

Energy Boosters - Our daily supplements must to provide natural sources of sustained energy throughout the day. The following are key ingredients:

Vitamin B12, L-Glutamine, Inositol, Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine), and Vanadium.

Skin Rejuvenation - Our daily supplements must help to maintain the collagen of the skin and make the skin look and feel tighter and smoother. Important nutrients responsible for this include:

Ascorbyl Palmitate, Vitamin C, Calcium, Magnesium, digestive enzymes, and L-Glutamine.

Hormonal Enhancers - Our daily supplements must help maintain and balance the hormonal system. The following are key nutrients:

L-Glutamine, L-Proline , and L-Lysine, Evening Primrose Oil, and Vitamin E.

Digestive Health - Our daily supplements must help to enhance the digestion and absorption of nutrients from food. The following are key nutrients:

Amylase, Lipase, Cellulase, Bromelain, Lactase, and Digestive enzymes.

Weight Management and Sugar Control - Our daily supplement must help balance our sugar level and prevent spikes that can lead to Diabetes. The most important nutrient in this category by far is :

Chromium, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Digestive Enzymes.