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Nutritional scientists collectively refer to vitamins and minerals as "micronutrients." Micronutrients often go unnoticed by body-building athletes, not to mention the general public. This is more than a little ironic, as without them, your body would literally fall apart.
What makes micronutrients so important is that they serve as "chemical teeth" for enzymes. With the appropriate micronutrients in place, enzymes, in turn, can use the macronutrients in your diet –specifically, protein, carbohydrate and fat- to build your body's cells and tissues. This is known as anabolism.
Besides making anabolism possible, enzymes allow your muscles to contract. But enzymes are continually being broken down. As this occurs, the vitamins and minerals bound to them are excreted. That's why you need to keep replacing them through the diet.
* These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
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Take two (2) tablets with your first meal of the day.
Other Ingredients: Microcrystalline Cellulose, Stearic Acid, Croscarmellose Sodium, Silicon Dioxide, Magnesium Stearate, Hypromellose, Triacetin, Titanium Dioxide, FD&C Blue #1 Lake Formulated, tested and certified exclusively by Betancourt Nutrition, Inc.,14620 NW 60th Ave., Miami Lakes, FL 33014
Serving Size 2 Tablets Servings Per Container 30 Amount Per Serving % DV Magnesium (as Magnesium Oxide) 100.00 mg 25% Zinc (as Zinc Oxide) 25.00 mg 167% Copper (as copper amino acid chelate) 2.00 mg 100% Manganese (as manganese amino acid chelate) 5.00 mg 250% Vitamin A (as Vitamin A Acetate) 10000.00 IU 200% Vitamin D (as Cholecalciferol) 200.00 IU 50% Vitamin E (as dl-alpha tocopheryl acetate) 400.00 IU 1333% Vitamin B-1 (as thiamine mononitrate) 50.00 mg 3333% Vitamin B-2 (as Riboflavin) 50.00 mg 2941% Niacin (as niacinamide) (vitamin B3) 50.00 mg 250% Vitamin B-6 (as Pyridoxine HCl) 50.00 mg 2500% Vitamin C (as Ascorbic Acid) 300.00 mg 500% Pantothenic acid (as D-Calcium Pantothenate) 30.00 mg 300% Calcium (as Calcium Citrate) 200.00 mg 20% Chromium (as chromium amino acid chelate) 100.00 mcg 83% Selenium (as selenium amino acid chelate) 100.00 mcg 143% Iodine (as Potassium Iodine) 150.00 mcg 100% Folate (as Folic Acid) 400.00 mcg 100% Vitamin B-12 (as Cyanocobalamin) 300.00 mcg 5000% Biotin 250.00 mcg 83% Saw Palmetto (Serenoa repens) (berries) 100.00 mg ** Damiana (Tumera diffusa) (leaf) 70.00 mg ** Choline Bitartrate 10.00 mg ** Inositol 10.00 mg ** Para-Amino Benzoic Acid 10.00 mg ** Alpha Lipoic Acid 5.00 mg ** Lutein 25.00 mcg ** Lycopene 25.00 mcg ** ** Daily Value (DV) not established - Health Notes
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Multivitamins May Protect Men Against Cancer
Multivitamins May Protect Men Against Cancer
Men taking the multivitamin were diagnosed with 8% fewer cancers overallMany Westerners are concerned that they may not be getting all the nutrients they need everyday for optimal health, which has made multivitamins a popular choice for many people. Study results on multivitamins often conflict, with some showing benefits, and others finding either no benefit or even potential harm. Now, much-anticipated results from a large, randomized, controlled trial of multivitamins have been released, and this one falls on the side of benefit, showing a modest but significant decrease in cancer occurrence for men who take a basic, daily multivitamin.The ideal study population
Researchers randomly selected 14,641 male physicians to receive a daily multivitamin-mineral supplement or placebo for approximately 11 years. The physicians were 50 years or older, and 9% had a previous history of cancer. Other factors, including age, height and weight, tobacco and alcohol use, diet, other medications, and family history of cancer were similar in the supplement and placebo groups.
The multivitamin provided around 100% of the daily value for most essential vitamins and minerals, with a few exceptions. It contained no iron, and for vitamins E and B12, the multivitamin provided significantly more than 100% of the daily value. For vitamin K, biotin, calcium, magnesium, and chromium, it provided significantly less than 100%. The supplement contained some additional nutrients, including lutein and lycopene.
Moderate multivitamin, less total cancer
Men taking the multivitamin were diagnosed with 8% fewer cancers overall than men in the placebo group.
There were no significant differences between the supplement and placebo groups in terms of specific cancer types, such as prostate and colorectal cancers. There were no significant differences in the risk of death due to cancer between the two groups.
Finding balance
The study multivitamin was similar to "common," moderate-dose products available in any supermarket or pharmacy. Given that past studies have suggested multivitamins may increase cancer risk, these findings are reassuring. However, according to lead study author Dr. J. Michael Gaziano, "It would be a big mistake for people to go out and take a multivitamin instead of quitting smoking or doing other things that we have a higher suspicion play a bigger role, like eating a good diet and getting exercise."
Keep this in mind as you consider our tips on creating your own cancer risk reduction plan:
- Be modest. Steer clear of mega-doses, and follow the American Cancer Society's advice: eat a balanced diet, and if you take a supplement, choose a balanced multivitamin that contains no more than 100% of the daily value of most nutrients.
- Seek the experts. A person's diet may get out of balance for a variety of reasons, such as illness, nutrient depletion or malabsorption caused by a drug, medical condition, food intolerance, or allergy. If this describes you, discuss your diet with your doctor or dietitian to identify specific nutrients that may be missing.
- Consider context. The study population was healthy, older males, most of whom don't smoke, and many of whom eat a balanced diet and exercise regularly. If you smoke, are obese, or have additional risk factors for cancer, heart disease, or other chronic disease, these findings may not apply to you.
- Get bang for your buck. Regardless of whether you take a multivitamin, you can never go wrong by adopting basic cancer prevention strategies: avoid tobacco, drink alcohol modestly or not at all, move regularly, eat plenty of vegetables and fruit, use sunscreen consistently, and maintain a healthy body weight.
(JAMA 2012; 308:doi:10.1001/jama.2012.14641)
Suzanne Dixon, MPH, MS, RD, an author, speaker, and internationally recognized expert in chronic disease prevention, epidemiology, and nutrition, has taught medical, nursing, public health, and alternative medicine coursework. She has delivered over 150 invited lectures to health professionals and consumers and is the creator of a nutrition website acclaimed by the New York Times and Time magazine. Suzanne received her training in epidemiology and nutrition at the University of Michigan, School of Public Health at Ann Arbor.Copyright 2013 Aisle7. All rights reserved. Aisle7.com
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