Antioxidant
Complex (and other Natural Antioxidants) Curcumin C3 Complex®
a patented form provides a 95% curcuminoids
extract from turmeric root with a unique blend of three
distinct curcuminoids. Curcuminoids are very potent anti-oxidants
with specific anti-viral, anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-cancer,
and very strong anti-inflammatory action. It supports the
liver and has cholesterol lowering effects. Curcumin suppresses
COX-2, over-expression of COX-2 is related to the development
of chronic inflammatory diseases. This product also has
triple action protectant antioxidants that prevent free
radical formation and neutralize existing free radicals.
The curcuminoids are combined with Vitamin A (as Beta Carotene),
Vitamin E and Selenium (as Selenomethionine) all are very
well known antioxidant substances in their own right, and
is supported by the bio-availability enhancing action of
Bioperine® black pepper fruit extract.
1.
Curcumin C3 Complex®
Recent research has revealed
that free radicals play an important role in the progression
of aging and related conditions. Curcumin C3 Complex®
, a unique composition of three curcuminoids, is a standardized
extract from turmeric, or Curcuma longa. Unlike other antioxidants,
there are two particular modes of antioxidant action of
curcuminoids. The "prevention mode" prevents the
formation of free radicals. The second mechanism, the "intervention
mode", neutralizes the already formed free radicals
by free radical scavenging. Curcumin C3 Complex® is
therefore considered an effective "Bioprotectant"
due to its dual activity of prevention and intervention1.
1. Majeed, M. et al. (1995)
Curcuminoids : Antioxidant Phytonutrients. NutriScience
Publishers Inc., Piscataway, New Jersey.
2.
Beta carotene
Beta carotene is a fat
soluble carotenoid which is converted in the intestinal
wall to Vitamin A. The excess beta carotene performs important
antioxidant functions. Beta carotene has been proven to
destroy reactive oxygen species generated by ultra violet
rays and damaging chemicals, thereby preventing degenerative
free radical chain reactions in the body. Clinical studies
support the efficacy of beta carotene in preventing oxidative
damage to the skin, eyes and lungs1.
1. Jialal, I. and Grundy,
S.M. (1992) J. Lipid Research, 33:899-905.
3.
Vitamin E
Vitamin E is fat soluble
and therefore acts as an antioxidant in cell membranes and
other tissues that contain fat. The tocopherols are an effective
form of Vitamin E, useful in preventing the oxidation of
fats and intervening in the progression of free radical
chain reactions. Clinical studies have revealed the role
of Vitamin E in supporting heart health1, providing support
to immune functions in the elderly2, offering protection
to structures of the eye3 4 and retarding the progression
of degenerative conditions5.
1. Stampfer, M. et al.
(1996) Lancet, 374:781-86.
2. Meydani, S.N. et al. (1997). JAMA 1380-86.
3. Robertson, J. et al. (1991) Am. J. Clin. Nutr. Suppl.
53: 346S-351S.
4. Snodderly, D.M. (1995) Am. J. Clin. Nutr. 62 (6 Suppl):1448S-1461S
5. Bostick, R.M. (1993) Environ. Cancer Research. 53: 4230-37.
4.
L-Selenomethionine
L-Selenomethionine is a
safe form of supplemental selenium. Selenium is an essential
trace element in nutrition for the maintenance of health.
Epidemiologic investigations indicate an association between
low selenium status and below-optimum cardiovascular function.
Selenium is also an effective detoxicant antioxidant due
to its role in the glutathione peroxidase detoxification
mechanism, which protects cellular components from oxidative
stress and damage. Glutathione is involved in the quenching
of free radicals and detoxification of certain harmful chemicals.
Clinical studies correlate health status and general well
being with the blood levels of selenium1.
1. Badmaev, V., Majeed,
M. (1996) Alt Therapies, 2 (4):59-65.
5.
Bioperine®
Bioperine® is a standardized
extract obtained from black pepper, containing not less
than 95% piperine. It is a natural bioavailability enhancer
for nutrients and is proven to improve the uptake and utilization
of several nutritional supplements, including vitamins,
antioxidants and minerals1,2.
1. Majeed, M., et al. United
States Patent #s. 5,536,506 (1996) and 5,744,161 (1998).
2. Guido, S. et al. (1998). Planta Medica 64: 1-4.
