MICRO-NUTRITION
Background science
The body’s estimated 37.2 trillion cells face constant threats – from viruses to ionizing radiation to poor nutrition. Other formidable threats include chemicals, preservatives, GMOs, trans-fats, food toxicity, drugs, medications, certain dietary supplements and other elements that can cause damage and even change the instructions coded in DNA.
All of these contribute to the formation of an excessive number of unstable chemicals in our cells called free radicals. Free radicals cause aging, immune disorders, and many other health issues in the human body. Free radicals are also formed during digestion and metabolism of food ingredients we eat and the air we breathe.
Free radicals “steal” electrons from nearby chemicals, altering the “loser’s” structure. This theft, if not caught,
is called oxidative stress and can change the instructions coded in the DNA. Fortunately, our bodies create molecules that fight free radicals. We also get free-radical fighters from food. These fighters are called antioxidants. Antioxidants act as electron donors, essentially neutralizing free radicals before they can damage healthy tissue through a process known as oxidation.
Oxidative stress causes our bodies to prematurely age and decline. For example, blotchy, wrinkled, and sagging skin is a result of oxidation. During the 1980’s, scientists discovered that increased oxidative stress also contributes to many leading health problems. This discovery led to millions of dollars of antioxidant research and the creation of an enormous market for antioxidant-labeled foods and supplements.
Micronutrients - the Answer
Recently, scientists discovered a very important fact: not all antioxidant products are effective. In fact, the majority of food additives and supplements offer no measurable health benefits. Enter micronutrients: the real power behind good health.
Micronutrients are antioxidants, vitamins, minerals, and other essential molecules that help and protect the basic building blocks of our bodies. They act as antioxidants in the body and play several key roles in good health. Micronutrients are also cofactors and co-enzymes in metabolism. Very importantly, micronutrients also regulate certain genetic activity and protect the DNA from oxidative damage.
These important substances help regulate basic body functions and are critical to the body’s chemical processes that maintain good health. Lack of micronutrients can lead to significant increases in cellular damage and can diminish the body’s defenses.
After September 11, the Department of Defense (DOD) studied the health impact of diet, lifestyle and environmental factors, sleep quality, and physical and emotional stress within military personnel. They learned that soldiers in the field are much more likely than civilians to suffer from mental, physical, and emotional fatigue, stress, lack of sleep, loss of energy, pollution and other environmental toxins, and poor nutrition. These were all significant factors in breaking down their bodies, possibly due to increased oxidative stress and inflammation.
This alarming statistic prompted the DOD to join forces with several academic institutions and Premier Micronutrient Corporation (PMC) – a world-renowned leader in the field of antioxidant and micro-nutrient science – to solve the problem. Under several Cooperative Research and Development Agreements (or CRADAs) this team set out to research and produce an advanced formula that would greatly diminish oxidative damage in military personnel operating in hostile combat conditions. They developed a combination of micronutrients so unique that they protected it with patents. (Click here to examine military patents.)
Fighting oxidation
Free-radicals CAUSE oxidation. Oxidation is like RUST. This is directly connected to pain, disease and discomfort. This can all start at the DNA level. Anti-oxidants are the key to removing free-radicals and reversing oxidation. Clinical studies proved that even oxidative damaged caused by radiation can be repaired when micronutrients are introduced.
Reversing Oxidative Damage
After preliminary lab studies showed promising and safe results, micronutrients were administered (orally) daily to normal healthy human volunteers throughout a six-month, prospective, randomized trial.4 During this period, there was a gradual, steady decrease of a oxidative damage marker in the plasma and urine of volunteers (Fig. 1) and an associated increase in immune competency. There were no adverse side effects from the micronutrients.
This six-month study demonstrated a steady decrease in a marker of oxidative damage in the blood and urine. The consistent lowering of oxidative damage demonstrates the short- and long-term benefits associated with regular, consistent micronutrition consumption.
High Stress Oxidative Damage Protection and Repair
Increased oxidative damage as determined by selected urinary markers occurred during a 12-week Marine training period. A prospective, randomized, double-blinded, placebo-controlled trial demonstrated that micronutrition consumed twice daily reduced the oxidative damage in some subjects or prevented it from increasing in others (Fig. 2). In the placebo group, the number of subjects with high baseline levels of oxidative damage increased in some marines(58-75%; see Fig. 2) after intense training; in the group taking micronutrition, the number of subjects with high baseline levels of oxidative damage significantly decreased in some marines(70-29%; see Fig. 2). Also, plasma levels of antioxidants were significantly increased by supplementation, even under conditions of intense exertion. Again, no adverse side effects were noted.
Which micronutrients should you use?
After 40 years of research, Kedar Prasad PhD discovered that a very specific formula promotes optimal health. This is a list of essential micronutrients. Combination Quantitiy and Form (CQF) drove the decision making process behind the ingredients listed below.
The following provides a brief descriptions of each ingredient.
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.
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.
HEALTH BENEFITS SUMMARY
The following list outlines the health benefits of micronutrition:
• Supports organs, tissues, and cells in the body
• Micronutrients are absorbed from the digestive system to the blood stream maximizing effects
• Assists the body in reducing inflammation
• Maximizes protection against free radicals
• Supports circulatory health with a unique blend of antioxidants and micronutrients
• Protects cells and tissues with unique combinations of micronutrients and antioxidants
• Supports the body’s natural DNA repair function
• Supports muscle structure and proper function
• Supports recovery and athletic performance
• Supports hearing quality
• Elevates glutathione levels in the body
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