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Ultimate Antioxidant by Natural Factors The Ultimate antioxidant is a nutritional supplement designed to provide a powerful boost to antioxidant processes in the body. Formulated by Dr. Michael Murray, ND, this combination of antioxidants, and nutrients that enhance the power of other antioxidants, is an excellent ally against aging and disease. Maximize your antioxidant (read: antiaging) capacity with this formula.
For maximum benefit, use along with the appropriate age and gender specific multiple vitamins. Antioxidants slow down the aging process, enhance immune function, reduce inflammation and fight allergies.
All Natural Factors products are manufactured according to Canadian Health Protection Branch Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), among the highest standards in the world.
Wellness Formula, Herbal Defense Complex, 90 Tabs - Source Naturals Wellness Formula is the #1-selling vitamin and herbal winter supplement. Wellness is uniquely effective because it goes deep to the root cause of body system imbalances. This Bio-Aligned Formula supports interlocking components of the immune system-mucous membranes, cell-mediated immunity and humoral immunity-and also addresses antioxidant defense, stress response, and the respiratory system. A megapotency of vitamin C, plus echinacea, goldenseal, astragalus, propolis and garlic, have made Wellness Formula a welcome companion in the cold-weather battle.
Indole -3, Dual Action Cruciferous Vegetable Extract With Cat's Claw, 60 Veggie Capsules by Life Extension.
It is a sad fact that the very hormones we need to stay young can cause adverse effects as we age. Consumption of cruciferous vegetables, however, can favorably alter one's hormone profile.
Scientists have identified specific extracts from cruciferous vegetables (broccoli, cauliflower, Brussels sprouts, etc.) that modulate hormones in a way to help maintain healthy cell division. For instance, animal studies have shown that the cruciferous vegetable extract indole-3-carbinol (I3C) modulates estrogen hormones by favorably changing the ratio of protective 2-hydroxyestrone versus the damaging 16-hydroxyestrone. Indole-3-carbinol also induces phase I and II detoxifying enzymes that can help neutralize estrogen metabolites and xenobiotic estrogen-like environmental chemicals. Human studies support the beneficial role of I3C in positively altering estrogen metabolism. Di-indoyl-methane (DIM), a phytonutrient found in cruciferous vegetables, has been shown in animal studies to help maintain normal levels of a potentially damaging estrogen called 4-hydroxyestrone.
Watercress contains isothiocyanates, but in a broader spectrum than does broccoli. The primary isothiocyanate precursor (PEiTC) in watercress functions via four specific mechanisms to maintain healthy cell division. Extracts from rosemary enhance liver metabolism of estradiol and estrone, inhibits the formation of DNA adducts, and have been shown to impede estrogen-induced growth promotion in certain tissues.
Based on a growing body of evidence that cruciferous vegetable extracts (in addition to I3C) provide bountiful health benefits, Life Extension has reformulated its I3C supplements to more closely resemble what one would obtain from a vegetable-rich diet.
For those weighing less than 160 pounds, just one capsule a day of Dual-Action Cruciferous Vegetable Extract provides optimal potencies. Those weighing over 160 pounds should consider taking one capsule twice a day.
Pycnogenol, 25 mg, 60 Capsules - Natural Factors Pycnogenol® may help a number of health conditions as it is a powerful antioxidant and it contains actives that strengthen tissue permeability. Pycnogenol® may reduce disease risk, improve varicose veins, reduce risk of phlebitis, improve red blood cell membrane flexibility; It has dermatological benefits including improving skin elasticity and smoothness, and is helpful in psoriasis, and protection against sun damage. Pycnogenol® reduces inflammation and can improve joint flexibility; it can aid in diabetic retinopathy and prevent capillary bleeding of the eye.
Pycnogenol® is the registered trademark of a natural plant extract derived from French maritime pine bark - Pinus maritima.
Astragalus Extract, Full Spectrum - 500 mg, 120 Tabs - Planetary Formulas. Astragalus is one of the primary immune tonifiers of Chinese herbalism. Planetary Formulas Full Spectrum Astragalus features a concentrated extract of astragalus root, standardized to 0.4% 4'-hydroxy-3'methoxyisoflavone, one of the unique isoflavones of astragalus, combined with premium, whole astragalus root. The blending of this standardized extract with whole root ensures the presence of the full spectrum of astragalus constituents.