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Alpha Lipoic Acid - an important antioxidant that has been shown to boost the power of other antioxidants such as glutathione and vitamin E. Results from numerous studies point to the efficacy of alpha-lipoic acid in the treatment of diabetes. Additional studies suggest alpha-lipoic acid may have benefits for stroke victims, protect against cardiac ischemia/reperfusion injury, prevent cataracts, help prevent c, and improve memory, positive effects in patients with stages I and II open-angle glaucoma. It has also exhibited anti-HIV activity both in vitro and in visto.

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Bifidus (bifidobacterium bifidum) - Abundant in the large intestine, may also be found in lower levels in the smaller intestine and vagina. Proper digestion and absorption of nutrients plays a critical role in the aging process. These bacteria are believed to decline with age, and thus supplemental use of bifidus may be directly involved with aging. Peer review studies support the use of bifidus in the treatment of bowel and gastric disorders, including ulcer and diarrhea, which can often disrupt digestion and lead to larger health problems.

Bifidus may be effective in preventing the risk of c and also helps to strengthen the immune system. Studies have shown stability of the human fecal flora, a marker for colon c risk and that bifidobacterium bifidus proved to be useful in the treatment of women suffering from epithelial c. Animal experiments have demonstrated bifidus can inhibit the development of liver, colon, and mammary tumors. Bifidus has also exhibited anti-c activity in vitro. With respect to immune enhancement, the regular intake of Bifidobacterium bifidum and Lactobacillus acidophilus has been proven to modulate immunological and inflammatory responses in human subjects. Similar findings have been obtained in studies involving mice.

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Borage Oil - can be beneficial in the treatment of patients suffering from atopic dermatitis and has been shown to help reduce blood pressure in hypertensive rats.

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Calcium - The role of calcium in both the prevention and treatment of osteoporosis is well documented in the scientific literature. Studies have examined the effects of calcium in combination with vitamin D on the effects of corticosteroid-induced osteoporosis showed treatment could help prevent early bone loss in the spine of such subjects. Results showed that nightly calcium supplementation led to bone loss cessation over a period of two years. Such effects were increased when combined with exercise. Calcium supplementation can improve the bone mass of postmenopausal women using estrogen replacement therapy and with a low intake of dietary intake calcium.

Additionally, high calcium intake may be effective in the treatment of such unrelated diseases as arterial hypertension, nephrolithiasis, colon c, etc.

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Chromium - an important micronutrient that has been reported capable of dramatically increasing the life span of rodents. In humans, chromium is most noted for its beneficial effects in patients suffering from diabetes.

Studies concluded that chromium given to healthy subjects significantly reduced ninety-minute glucose concentrations and fasting glucose concentrations. Significant improvements in insulin binding to red blood cells and insulin receptor number were seen as well. Supplemental chromium picolinate administered for two months produced a significant reduction in serum triglycerides in patients suffering from noninsulin dependent diabetes. Chromium has exhibited similar antidiabetic activity in studies involving rats.

Heart disease is another area where chromium has shown positive effects. Results show that atherosclerosis patients experienced lower serum triglycerides. Supplementation has also produced beneficial increases in HDL cholesterol levels among men on beta-blockers. Treatment of Turner's syndrome patients produced a reduction in cholesterol and/or triglyceride levels and an increase in high-density lipoprotein cholesterol as well.

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Citrus Bioflavonoids - studies indicate that citrus bioflavonoids such as nobiletin and tangeretin are likely involved in c chemoprevention.

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Coenzyme Q10 - an important part of the metabolic process. It is involved in the energy process and can be synthesized in the body. Studies show that CoQ10 holds major promise in the treatment of a wide variety of degenerative diseases, including AIDS, diabetes, stroke, c, and especially heart disease.

Studies have shown patients pretreated with CoQ10 showed the following:

lower incidence of ventricular arrhythmias during the recovery period.
less left arterial pressure
decreased incidence of low cardiac output
wider pulse pressure
better preserved right and left ventricular myocardial ultrastructure relative to controls.
improved impaired central and peripheral nerve conductivities
administered intravenously was effective in the prevention of left ventricular depression in early reperfusion
minimalizes myocardial cellular injury during coronary artery bypass grafting followed by reperfusion.
effective against cardiac dysfunction in patients with mitral valve prolapse and improved stress-induced cardiac dysfunction
along with other antioxidants and fatty acids, breast c patients noted partial tumor regression
vented adriamycin and dauborubicin-induced side effects in malignant lymphoma patients, including alopecia, fever, nausea and vomiting, diarrhea, and stomatitis
can boost immune response when administered alone or in combination with vitamin B6 and has led to an improvement in abnormal metabolism of pyruvate and NADH oxidation in the skeletal muscle of Kearns-Sayre Syndrome patients
chronic lung disease patients experienced positive results

Patients suffering from symptoms commonly preceding congestive heart failure showed the following improvements

high blood pressure reduction in 80%
improved diastolic function in all
reduction in myocardial thickness in 53% of hypertensives and 36% of the combined prolapse and fatigue syndrome groups
reduction in fractional shortening in those high at control and an increase in those initially low.

Chronic congestive heart failure patients significantly decreased hospitalization rates for heart failure worsening and complication incidence as well as, improvements in dyspnea at rest, exertional dyspnea, blood viscosity, palpitation, cyanosis, hepatomegaly, pulmonary rates, ankle edema, heart rate, and both systolic and diastolic blood pressure in patients with chronic heart failure.

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PhysioLogics CoE Hydrosoluable $33.49
PhysioLogics CoEnzyme Q10 100 mg $49.19
PhysioLogics CoEnzyme Q10 30 mg 60caps $17.19
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DHEA (dehydroepiandrosterone) - a steroid hormone produced by the adrenal glands that has been linked directly to the aging process, as well as numerous conditions associated with it. The amount of DHEA in the body steadily declines over time, which has prompted many researchers to suggest that DHEA levels should be considered a biomarker for aging.

Results of numerous studies have shown the following:

beneficial effects for muscle strength, immune function, and overall quality of life for elderly patients
can be effective against amnesia associated with dementia, and in maintaining the function of neuronal cells that may reduce progress toward Alzheimer's
significantly increases REM sleep
benefits age-related dementia and middle-aged and elderly patients suffering from symptoms of depression and impaired memory performance
has exhibited antic activity in rats and mice
high doses have shown modest reductions on viral load in patients infected with HIV
therapeutic effects on diabetic mice by producing a rapid remission of hyperglycemia, a preservation of beta-cell structure and function, and an increased insulin sensitivity as measured by glucose tolerance tests
countered defects in influenza immunity associated with aging in older mice
has exhibited anti-obesity effects in mice
topical use has proven effective in restoring immune function in burned mice
significantly reduces the risk of atherosclerosis in rabbits
low levels have been associated with the risk of acute heart attacks, coronary heart disease, and myocardial infarction
eases symptoms associated with menopause and lupus
enhances the efficacy of vaccination against influenza in the elderly as well

Common DHEA doses range from 50 to 2500 mg per day. Contraindications include prostate c and benign prostatic hypertrophy.

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Glutathione is made up of glutamic acid, glycine, and cysteine - all three amino acids. Significant positive associations have been shown between blood glutathione levels and host of biomedical/physiological traits among the elderly, including fewer illnesses, higher levels of self-rated health, lower cholesterol, lower body mass index, and lower blood pressures.

Those suffering from arthritis, diabetes, or heart disease showed significantly lower glutathione levels than those without disease. Studies examining blood glutathione levels have concluded that physical health and longevity are closely related.

Results of numerous studies have shown the following:

direct anti-aging and chemopreventive effects
useful in the treatment of liver damage
significant improvements of the enzyme patterns in the livers of chronic alcoholics, and has significantly improved the rate of various hepatic tests in patients with chronic steatosic liver disease
significantly improved sperm motility patterns in men suffering from infertility
inhibits the replication of HIV-2 and Herpes-1 in vitro
reduces and/or diminishes the severity of sugar cataractogenesis
offers protection against oxidative injury in the human retinal pigment epithelium
reduces and/or prevents shock-induced behavioral depression in mice
prevents diabetic neuropathy in diabetic rats
protects against oxidative inactivation of alveolar inflammatory cells in an in vitro model of emphysema due to smoking
protects against gastric mucosal injury
protects from radiation injury of the parotid glands
enhances T-cell activity in vitro

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