Solgar Vitamin D

Vitamin D helps to build and maintain strong bones and muscles. Vitamin D is also supportive to the immune system and has many other vital uses in our general health. Furthermore, scientists have discovered that they have underestimated the strengths we have been previously advised to take vitamin D and consequently much greater potencies are recommended, depending upon need.

Vitamin D is unique among essential nutrients, in that it is a vitamin that transforms into a hormone. Like other hormones it functions as a chemical messenger within a feedback cycle responsible for regulating certain bodily functions.

It has many applications, such as helping calcium absorbition, rickets, general bone health, osteoporosis, during pregnancy, and a host of other uses.

Rickets has been in the news a lot recently among young people because we've taught them to cover up in the sun and to splash on the sunblocker. Deficiency of vitamin D during childhood leads to the development of rickets. Rickets may show itself as early as two months of age, when "craniotabes" (areas of softening on the skull) are noted. Production of the first teeth may be delayed and the posture affected. Rickets also produces enlargement at the end of long bones, resulting in characteristic bowing of the legs when the child starts to walk. The vitamin is made in the skin by the action of sunlight on cholesterol and it said 10-15 minutes exposure is good for us. However, that is easier said than done in many countries where reliable sunshine isn't the norm, especially in winter.

Apart from infants and young people, there are certain categories of people who are theoretically much more likely to be at risk of vitamin D deficiency and who may therefore need to supplement with this nutrient. These include:

- Vegetarians and especially vegans (Vitamin D is found mostly in animal and dairy products).
- Asian and African women and children who may not eat many vitamin D containing foods and who choose to cover up their skin.
- Pregnant and lactating women whose breast-milk can be low in vitamin D especially during the winter.
- The housebound elderly with a tendency to eat poorly.
- Nordic races where sunshine isn't available for certain months in the year.

The D3 form of Vitamin D which is sold by Solgar is the most absorbable form of Vitamin D available. Solgar sells a wide variety of vitamin D3 products, suitable for vegetarians and non-vegetarians and they come in many different strengths, according to need as well as a tasty liquid variety.

To buy this product click on the following link: Solgar Health Store. You can also view this product at our Elixirhealth.co.uk website, where we also sell a big range of other branded products. If you wish to speak to a customer advisor, you can telephone us on 01208 814500 for further information. We're always there to help.

Solgar Rhodiola Complex - Great for Stress

This is a new Botanical product from Solgar. It promises to be a brillant antidote to a stressful life and situations, containing a fabulous mixture of ingredients. Stress, of course, is everywhere. It can come from mental, emotional, or physical strain and can be caused by anxiety or overwork. We can all feel different degrees of stress at some stage. It is how we deal with it that counts. Balancing our lifestyles can prevent stress from leading to more serious health issues.

Solgar Balance Rhodiola Complex provides adaptogenic botanical herbs and nutrients that are well researched and have been shown to support human health.

DIRECTION
As a food supplement for adults, 0ne(1) to Two (2) tablets daily, preferably at mealtime, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner.

INGREDIENTS:
Each vegetable capsule provides:
Magnesium 50 mg (as bisglycinate), Pantothenic Acid 100 mg (as D-pantothenate, calcium), VEGETABLE CAPSULE SHELL: Hydroxypropylmethyl cellulose, Vitamin C 50 mg (as Ester-C® calcium ascorbate), Rhodiola Root Extract 62.5 mg (Rhodiola rosea) (equivalent to 250 mg of root), Citrus Bioflavonoids 25 mg, Siberian Ginseng Root 50 mg Extract (Eleutherococcus senticosus) (equivalent to 200 mg of root), L-Tyrosine (free-form) 25 mg, Liquorice Root Extract 25 mg (Glycyrrhiza glabra) (equivalent to 100 mg of root), Roman Chamomile Extract 25 mg (Chamaemelum nobile) (equivalent to 100 mg of aerial), ANTI CAKING AGENTS: Silicon dioxide, vegetable magnesium stearate, Spinach Powder (leaf ) 10 mg Niacin (as nicotinamide) 5 mg NE Kelp 4 mg, Vitamin B6 2.5 mg (as pyridoxine HCl), Pumpkin Seed Powder 3 mg, Kale Powder (leaf ) 3 mg, Broccoli Powder (flower) 3 mg, Rosemary Leaf Extract 1 mg (Rosmarinus officinalis) (0.04 mg rosmarinic acid [4%]), Montmorency Cherry 1 mg Extract (Prunus cerasus) (fruit) (equivalent to 4 mg of fruit)

Further Information

Rhodiola rosea:
Many of rhodiola’s benefits are related to its function as an adaptogen, or a compound that increases the body’s resistance to any type of stress. Excessive release of stress hormones by the adrenal glands contributes to physical and mental fatigue, blood sugar imbalance, depression, immune suppression, sleep disturbance and cardiovascular dysfunction. Rhodiola has been shown to regulate the body’s hormonal response to stress.

Siberian ginseng root extract:
Although not a true ginseng, Siberian ginseng increases tolerance to various stressors. By regulating the manufacture and secretion of adrenal hormones, this herb helps to normalise the way in which the body responds to stress triggers.

Liquorice root extract:
Glycyrrhizin, a compound found in liquorice, is metabolised to glycyrrhetinic acid in the intestines. In studies, glycyrrhetinic acid has been shown to counteract the effects of adrenal hormone deficiency.

Roman chamomile extract (Chamaemelum nobile):
Chamomile has been used traditionally to relieve stress and anxiety and enhance feelings of calmness and relaxation.

Magnesium:
A mineral that is found in whole grains, which is required for proper nerve and muscle function. A deficiency of magnesium may lead to tension and irritability, which exacerbates stress.

Pantothenic acid:
Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) is a precursor of coenzyme A, which is required for the synthesis of various hormones, including adrenal hormones.

Tyrosine:
Catecholamines (adrenaline, noradrenaline and dopamine) are synthesised from tyrosine and become depleted during stress. Studies support the use of tyrosine’s adaptogenic properties under extreme environmental conditions or psychological stress.

To buy this product click on the following link: Solgar Health Store . You can also view this product at our website, Elixirhealth.co.uk where we sell a range of other branded products.

If you wish to speak to a customer advisor, you can telephone us on 01208 814500 for further information. We're always there to help.

Solgar VM 2000 Multivitamin

Solgar's Formula VM 2000 Multivitamin is the bee's knees among multivitamins! In Solgar's line up of excellent multivitamins, it takes its place as a high strength multivitamin with a surprise punch. Take one and your body is bathing in the key nutrients it needs, including a burst of fantastic antioxidants, digestive enzymes, as well as beta carotene and a carotenoid mix, superfoods such as spirulina and alfalfa and biofavonoids.

Take two multivitamin tablets and it's in a class of its own - providing the same brillant nutrients at "extra strength" levels. In other words when you take two the reserves kick in to top up your depleted levels. For the most part one-a-day is enough for most people. But if the use of a multivitamin depends upon the end-user's lifestyle, then Formula VM 2000 is especially useful for those who lead active lives or put their body under great strain, whether as a result of poor eating habits, or simply spend a lot of time on the field, gym - or always on the go.

So, Solgar Vm-2000 is a multivitamin with added umph

Here's the details from Solgar:

User Profile
Solgar Formula VM-2000 Tablets are designed for active men and women who are looking for a multivitamin containing antioxidants such as vitamin C, beta-carotene, vitamin E, selenium, zinc and a high potency of other essential vitamins and minerals.

Key Features
Two-a-day formula
All essential vitamins and minerals
Multi-chelated minerals
Natural beta carotene/carotenoid mix
Digestive enzymes
Superfoods; spirulina, alfalfa
Bioflavonoids
Herbal base

Free from
Free of yeast, wheat and dairy
products and are formulated
without the use of artificial
preservatives, flavours or colours.

How do you take it?
For adults, two (2) tablets daily, preferably at mealtime, or as directed by a healthcare practitioner. Do not exceed directions for use.

Ingredients
Three (3) tablets provide:

Calcium 400 mg
[as carbonate, citrate†, amino acid chelate†]
Magnesium [as oxide, citrate†, 400 mg
buffered amino acid chelate†]
Vitamin C [as ascorbic acid] 400 mg
Vitamin E 268 mg
[400 IU, as d-alpha tocopheryl succinate]
Choline [as bitartrate] 100 mg
Pantothenic Acid [as calcium pantothenate] 80 mg
Inositol 100 mg
Citrus Bioflavonoid [as prep.] 25 mg
Iron [as bisglycinate††] 18 mg
Natural Source Betacarotene 5.5 mg
[as prep.] providing other carotenoids 15 μg
Zinc [as amino acid chelate†] 15 mg
Thiamin [B1, as thiamine mononitrate] 50 mg
Vitamin B6 [as pyridoxine hydrochloride] 50 mg
Niacin [B3, as niacinamide] 60 mg
Riboflavin 50 mg
[B2, as riboflavin,riboflavin-5-phosphate]
Selenium [as selenomethionine] 200 μg
Biotin [as prep.] 300 μg
Vitamin B12 [as cobalamin prep.] 200 μg
Copper [as amino acid chelate†] 1500 μg
Manganese [as amino acid chelate†] 2 mg
Boron [as sodium borate, citric acid] 250 μg
Chromium [as amino acid chelate†] 200 μg
Vitamin D [400 IU, as D2, ergocalciferol] 10 μg
Folic acid [as prep.] 400 μg
Iodine [as potassium iodide prep.] 150 μg
Vitamin K [as phytonadione prep.] 20 μg

Caution
If you are pregnant, nursing, taking any medication or have a medical condition, please consult your healthcare practitioner before taking this product.

To buy this product click on the following link: Solgar Health Store . You can also view this product at our website, Elixirhealth.co.uk where we sell a range of other branded products.

If you wish to speak to a customer advisor, you can telephone us on 01208 814500 for further information. We're always there to help.

Solgar VM Prime For Women - Great Menopausal Multivitamin

Getting through the menopause is often a relief because for many women it's a difficult time, if not a nightmare. Hot flushes, night sweats, mood changes, bone health and heart health, and disturbed sleep. Every woman experiences the menopause differently but most women greet its cessation with relief. However, that isn't usually the end, there's the aftercare to follow!

During the menopause physical changes will have taken place in a woman's body. For instance, the skin becomes thinner. The lack of oestrogen often means vaginal glands don't lubricate as well and this can cause discomfort during sex. As a result the idea of sex may be off-putting. Other concerns with falling oestrogen levels is the unfavourable changes in cholesterol and fat levels in the blood, which may lead to problems in those areas. As oestrogen levels drop, some women, particularly inactive ones, tend to lose bone mass and strength.

It is therefore important to consider taking a good, no, an excellent multivitamin which will provide many of the missing nutrients the changing body needs, one such as Solgar's VM Prime For Women.

The best multivitamin?
Solgar VM-Prime™ for Women is a unique among multivitamins, it's formulated especially for menopausal and post-menopausal women and it is rich in essential nutrients for healthy, strong bones. This multivitamin is helpful to control hot flushes and night sweats and promotes heart health. It's really quite complete and extraordinary in the quality of the ingredients it uses.

Solgar tells us that, "VM Prime For Women is an advanced multiple nutrient formula that is tailored to help address the specific needs of women going through the menopausal transition. Of particular concern to menopausal women is the management of symptoms, bone support and cardiovascular health."

The formulation includes calcium and magnesium, as citrates, which ensures ease of absorption, together with Vitamins D3 and K2. Recent research has highlighted the importance of Vitamin K2 which helps to promote the incorporation of calcium into the bone matrix.

Vitamin D3 helps the uptake of calcium from the digestive system and promotes the transportation of calcium into bones.

Vitamins B6, B12 and folic acid help to lower homocysteine levels thereby supporting cardiovascular health as well as offering possible protection against neurodegenerative diseases.

VM Prime For Women also provides soy isoflavones to further support bone health as well as aiding to lessen menopausal concerns such as hot flushes. The addition of 400iu of Vitamin E further supports the management of menopausal symptoms.

Once menstruation ceases, a woman's need for iron diminishes; therefore this supplement is iron-free.

How do you take?
Take three tablets daily in divided doses.

What's in it?
Three tablets provide: Calcium 300mg, Magnesium 150mg, Vitamin C 400mg, Vitamin E 400iu, Citrus Bioflavonoid 250mg, Choline 50mg, Beta carotene 6mg, Pantothenic acid 80mg, Zinc 15mg, Thiamin 50mg, Vitamin B6 50mg, Lutein 45mcg, Soy Bean Germ Powder 60mg, Inositol 50mg, Vitamin B2 50mg, Niacin 50mg, Biotin 300mcg, Selenium 150mcg, Manganese 2mg, Copper 1500mcg, Vitamin B12 500mcg, Molybdenum 50mcg, Folic Acid 400mcg, Vitamin D3 1000iu, Boron 100mcg, Chromium 200mcg and Iodine 150mcg.

How well you cope with the menopause is dependent on so many factors, not least inherited ones, as well as your diet and tendency towards getting exercise. But in the area of natural supplementation you can do a lot by taking the right vitamins and Solgar's VM Prime For Women is certainly up there among them.

To buy this product click on the following link: Solgar Health Store. You can also view this product at our Elixirhealth.co.ukwebsite, where we also sell a range of other branded products. If you wish to speak to a customer advisor, you an telephone us on 01208 814500 for further information. We're always there to help.

SOLGAR'S BETA GLUCANS COMPLEX: THE ALTERNATIVE TO ...COLDS AND FLU

Well, winter is round the corner yet again, and I don’t know about you but I’ve already come across lots of people sniffling into their hankies. For many years scientists have wondered why people are more susceptible to colds and flu in the winter time, and in recent years a new theory has emerged. The suggestion is that low levels of vitamin D in winter increase people’s susceptibility to viruses, and research is beginning to show that this may be correct.

At Elixir, we have found a great way of keeping colds and flu at arm’s length: Beta Glucans Immune Complex by Solgar. This great remedy is a mixture of several things which are vital to a fully functioning immune system, including vitamin D. As they name suggests however, the star of the show is Beta Glucans which you may not have heard of before.

Beta Glucans are found in the cell wall of fungi and yeast, and in our not so hygienic past these would have been consumed in far greater quantities in our general diet. In Victorian times these natural yeasts were consumed in large amounts, and it is this which is attributed to their long life span. Beta Glucans are required for innate immune function and help prime the immune system. This in turn helps to reduce the symptoms as well as reduce the length of the common cold. Studies have also shown that those taking Beta Glucans have significantly less upper respiratory infections; and when given to hospital patients, length of stay was reduced by 40%.

Solgar’s Beta Glucans Immune Complex also contains zinc, which reduce the viruses ability to attach and reproduce in the body; vitamin C which increases white blood cell levels and reduces both duration and recurrence of the infection; and selenium which stimulates the immune response of the body. Additionally, there is also a lovely blend of berries in there: elderberry extract which is a powerful antioxidant which research has shown to be effective in shortening the duration of Influenza A and B, and at least 68.37% effective against the H1N1 strain (swine flu); blueberry which inhibits bacteria; and acai extract which again is a very powerful antioxidant.

It is interesting to note that the US Army has been aware of these facts for some time. Starting in the late 1980’s, it ran an exhaustive test programme to measure the immune-protective effects of Beta Glucans and over 100 other immune-stimulants, and as recently as 2004 reported that Beta Glucans were the most effective of all. Not only did they protect against infection with bacteria, viruses and fungi, they also conferred protection against radiation injury. Given that soldiers may at any time face an unpredictable range of biological weapons or even radiation, the US Army began to stock-pile Beta Glucans. To this day they keep significant amounts in readiness, to be issued as and when circumstances dictate.

You may not want to stock-pile Beta Glucans, Washington style, but now is definitely a good time to try it for yourself. Not only are there a lot of coughs and colds out there, we are also reducing the price of a pot of Solgar’s Beta Glucans Immune Complex – just bring the coupon with you. There are no known contraindications or drug interactions to these naturally occurring ingredients; but as always, consult your healthcare professional before taking it if you are concerned.

To buy Solgar's Beta Glucans Complex and view other Solgar products, click on the following link: Solgar Health Store. You can also view this product at our Elixirhealth.co.uk website. If you wish to speak to a customer advisor, you an telephone us on 01208 814500 for further information. We're always there to help.

By Randi Henderson
Elixir Health Foods

SOLGAR PM PHYTOGEN COMPLEX - THE ALTERNATIVE...TO MENOPAUSE MISERY

If you have ever lived with a woman as she is going through the menopause, be it your wife or your mother, you will be aware that it can be a tough time in a woman's life! Some women are fortunate enough to make the transition easily, but most experience at least one of a long list of symptoms which can range from hot flushes, disturbed sleep, stress, low energy and libido, bladder problems, osteoporosis, muscle and joint aches and pains, vaginal dryness, weight gain and IRRITABILITY! Well, who would be happy with all that going on?

WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT IT?

There are several options in how to deal with all of this. You can try to persuade the body not to be menopausal by using hormone replacement therapy (HRT), but this is not suitable to every woman and is only postponing the inevitable. Some women are also understandably concerned about side effects reported in the press, such as an increased risk of breast cancer, heart attacks, strokes and blood clots.

Many herbs have been given the status of 'miraculous', however, the little known herb Pueraria mirifica PM PhytoGen really does live up to its name - in fact mirifica is a Latin word meaning 'miracle maker'. PM PhytoGen (also known as Thai Kudzu) is a plant found in Thailand that has for many hundreds of years been part of the diet of Thai women. Many women around the world have benefited from the hormone balancing properties of this herb, and more specifically, its ability to support women going through menopause. In a study, all of the women who took PM PhytoGen experienced positive results immediately, and after six months every woman reported improvements in all 20 menopausal issues monitored in the study. It also has a long history of promoting youthful skin and hair, as well as strength and vitality.

AND NOW FOR THE SCIENCE BIT
PM PhytoGen contains phytoestrogens which are also found in other helpful herbs such as Red Clover and Dong quai, but is unique in that it contains a nutrient called miroestrol. Miroestrol is similar to oestriol, a weak oestrogen found in the female body that plays a protective role in health, and it is thought that it is the action of miroestrol which is the key reason for the miraculous properties of PM, making it much stronger than other phytoestrogens in helping to relieve hot flushes, night sweats and headaches.

It is not hard to see how menopausal symptoms can make life a misery, particularly coming at a time when perhaps children are leaving home, parents are becoming old and frail, and at the same time realising that you are not getting any younger yourself. It is therefore important to know that there is help available even if you are not able (or willing) to take HRT. Pop in to our shops in Wadebridge and have a chat with one of our knowledgeable members of staff, and we might be able to put a spring back in your step!

To buy PM PhytoGen click on the link. If you wish to speak to a customer advisor, you an telephone us on 01208 814500 for further information.

By Randi Henderson

Solgar Nutri Nano Co Q 10

Co Enzyme Q10 plays a vital role in the production of energy. When you have a Q10 deficiency, it will interfere with this process and can leave you feeling tired and lifeless. Studies have shown Co Enzyme Q10 to be effective in the treatment of chronic fatigue and as a general energy 'booster'. It may also enhance athletic performance.

If you are prescribed statins, in discussion with your health care practitioner, consider supplementing with Co Enzyme Q10 as research shows that stores of this amino acid is depleted causing for many people a loss of energy. It’s not for nothing that Co Enzyme Q10 is considered to be the spark plug in the body’s cells – the chemical catalyst helping with energy production.

Under normal circumstances the body is able to maintain adequate levels of Co Enzyme Q10 but levels are naturally depleted with age and are further reduced by intense physical exercise, stress, and illness.

Co Enzyme Q10 is also an important antioxidant and protects cell membranes from the damaging effects of free radicals. Free radicals are toxic chemical created by our own metabolism, as well as from environmental factors such as smoking, air pollution and UV light exposure.

Solgar's Nutri Nano Co Enzyme Q10 offers nearly 100% absorbability and faster uptake into the system. It's one of the best ones that can be bought.

To buy this product click on the following link: Solgar Health Store. You can also view this product at our Elixirhealth.co.uk website, where we sell a range of other branded products. If you wish to speak to a customer advisor, you an telephone us on 01208 814500 for further information. We're always there to help.