Chromium is a trace mineral that helps potentiate insulin function, therefore helps support carbohydrate, fat, and protein metabolism. Several studies have shown that chromium helps support glucose levels already in the normal range, in individuals with impaired glucose tolerance. The mechanisms by which chromium works are not completely understood. We know from animal and human studies that when given a chromium deficient diet, we see abnormal glucose metabolism, increased blood glucose, and impaired insulin function. Chromium in the form of chromium picolinate is chromium bound to (chelated to) picolinic acid, a compound that seems to enhance the absorption of chromium which is typically poorly absorbed. Chromium picolinate has been shown to be better absorbed and more bioavailable than chromium chloride, but slightly less than chromium polynicotinate.†   Features Chromium bound to (chelated to) picolinic acid. Clinical studies on safety and efficacy. 200mcg per capsule.   Benefits Studies show chromium picolinate is better absorbed than chromium chloride (non-chelated).† Research studies show chromium picolinate helps support blood glucose and cholesterol levels already in the normal range.† Beneficial to individuals who consume mostly refined foods and or have impaired glucose tolerance.† Some studies, however, not strong, show chromium picolinate may help support lean body mass and reduce body fat.†   LABEL

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  Biotin is a member of the B-complex family of vitamins.  Biotin is an essential cofactor in the metabolism of nutrients including carbohydrates, fats, and amino acids.  Most notably, biotin has been used to support conditions related to blood sugar metabolism as well as fat metabolism.  Biotin can also be manufactured by healthy gut bacteria, hence the importance of probiotics. We use the highest quality USP grade biotin available.   Features:   Provides 5 mg (5,000 mcg) per serving. Easy to swallow capsule. High-quality USP grade biotin.   Benefits:   Biotin is an essential cofactor for glucokinase, a key enzyme involved in glucose metabolism and the synthesis of glycogen (the storage form of glucose).* Biotin, as a cofactor for chemical reactions involved in glucose metabolism, has been shown to help support glucose levels already in the normal range.*  Biotin is required for fatty acid synthesis and oxidation (“burning”)  Deficiency of biotin has been linked to dry skin, and hair as well as poor nail structure (brittle nails).* Biotin has also been shown to promote normal, healthy nervous system function.*   Label

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A balanced, high-potency, full-spectrum B-vitamin supplement with USP-Grade nutrients in a vegetarian, sustained-release tablet. As coenzymes (helping enzymes carry out chemical reactions), B-vitamins are essential nutrients involved in most metabolic reactions. They play an important role in energy production, particularly from the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins. These essential nutrients are also important for the production of healthy cells, hormones, neurotransmitters, and other biomolecules. They are needed for healthy nerve, heart, brain, muscle, and other important cell/tissue function. The B-vitamins are water-soluble, and therefore not stored to any significant extent in the body. This is why we need to ensure adequate intake of these nutrients on a daily basis. Due to the excess consumption of refined and processed foods, the average person does not consume optimal amounts of these nutrients. Our B-Complex 100 provides high amounts of essential B-Complex vitamins. Features B-Complex 100 provides a high-potency, full-spectrum B-vitamin supplement which helps support many different biochemical and physiological processes. Reliance’s B-complex contains USP-Grade nutrients, therefore meets strict standards for purity and potency. Comes in a sustained release delivery system, allowing slower absorption over several hours to help maintain optimal blood levels of these key nutrients.   Benefits  Thiamin, riboflavin, and niacin are essential for the production of energy from food. They also help support nerve and heart function, and help the body produce antioxidants. Vitamin B6 is needed to make neurotransmitters, chemicals that are essential for normal, healthy brain and nervous system function. B6 also helps support the metabolism of amino acids, including homocysteine, which, when elevated, may increase one’s risk for heart disease. Vitamin B12 and folic acid are both needed to make healthy blood cells by supporting DNA and RNA metabolism, and both help support normal, healthy levels of homocysteine; a recognized cardiovascular “toxin”. Pantothenic acid is needed to produce energy from fats, carbohydrates, and proteins, while biotin is essential for the metabolism of fatty acids and glucose, and assists in cellular energy production. Choline is needed to help support the production of the neurotransmitter acetylcholine and serves as an important cofactor in healthy liver detoxification processes. Inositol serves as a signaling molecule helping to “direct” cellular function, while PABA serves as a component of folic acid.

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Super Citrimax® is derived from the dried rind of Garicinia cambogia fruit, a native of India popularly used in the preparation of curries. Independent laboratory analysis, using the highly accurate HPLC method, demonstrates Super Citrimax® contains a minimum 60% hydroxycitric acid Stimulant-free formula, with 1,000mg of the highest quality Garcinia Cambogia extract and 200mcg of ChromeMate® chromium polynicotinate per serving. Are you looking for a safe and effective way to lose weight? Super Citrimax® may be the answer you've been looking for. Super Citrimax® is a natural product derived from the Garcinia cambogia fruit, which has been used for centuries in traditional Indian medicine to promote weight loss. Super Citrimax® works by inhibiting the conversion of carbohydrates into fat, and it has been shown in clinical studies to be effective in reducing body weight and BMI. Super Citrimax® is also stimulant-free and has no negative side effects. Here are a few reasons why Super Citrimax® may help you lose weight: It inhibits the conversion of carbohydrates into fat. It has been shown in clinical studies to be effective in reducing body weight and BMI. It is stimulant-free and has no negative side effects. It supports healthy serotonin levels, which can help reduce cravings. It is synergistic with ChromeMate® chromium, which helps promote healthy insulin function and glucose metabolism. If you're looking for a safe and effective way to lose weight, Super Citrimax® may be a good option for you   Benefits The active ingredient hydroxycitric acid helps reduce the activity of the enzyme that is involved in fatty acid synthesis.† Studies show Super CitriMax® helps curb appetite and promote normal, healthy food intake.† Clinical research shows when combined with diet and exercise, Super CitriMax® reduces body weight and Body Mass Index (BMI) three times greater than diet and exercise alone.† Super CitriMax has been shown to support healthy levels of the neurotransmitter serotonin which controls mood, sleep, and appetite control, three factors involved in weight management.† Unlike many supplements promoted to support weight management, Super CitriMax® contains no stimulants and therefore has no negative effects related to the central nervous system such as sleeplessness, nervousness, and rapid heartbeat.† ChromeMate® chromium has been shown to help promote healthy insulin function and support glucose metabolism, both of which are essential components of a healthy weight management program.†    

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Vitamin E is the term used for the family of eight compounds that possess vitamin E activity. The eight compounds are alpha, beta, gamma, delta-tocopherol, and tocotrienol. Vitamin E represents the body’s major fat-soluble antioxidant. This means that it works effectively in parts of the body where lipids (fats) are located, such as the cell membrane, where it helps protect the fats in the membrane from free radical damage.† Protecting the cell membrane is critical for maintaining the overall health of all body cells. Vitamin E also helps support healthy immune and cardiovascular function.† All vitamin E from AlchePharma is natural vitamin E. Synthetic vitamin E is not the same as natural and has significantly less biological activity. While d-alpha is the most well-known and most researched member of the vitamin E “family”, gamma-tocopherol possesses unique characteristics that complement the biological effects of alpha-tocopherol. This formula contains a high amount of alpha-tocopherol along with smaller amounts of beta, gamma, and delta-tocopherol for a synergistic effect.† Features Alpha-tocopherol is the most recognized form of vitamin E. Beta, gamma and delta tocopherols are naturally occurring in our foods as part of the vitamin E complex and are included here for their synergistic effects. Gamma-tocopherol has been and continues to be the focus of several research studies.   Benefits Alpha-tocopherol has the ability to work in the body as a lipid-soluble antioxidant, helping neutralize already formed free radicals.† Numerous research studies over the years have demonstrated the powerful antioxidant effects of alpha-tocopherol.† Gamma-tocopherol helps support nitric oxide (NO) production; NO supports cardiovascular health.† Alpha-tocopherol helps neutralize free radicals that have already formed and gamma-tocopherol inhibit the production of free radicals, these mechanisms demonstrate the synergy between these two forms of vitamin E.† It is difficult to obtain the number of tocopherols needed to achieve optimal health through diet alone, therefore supplementation is important, as demonstrated by numerous published research studies.†   LABEL

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Vitamin E is the term used for the family of eight compounds that possess vitamin E activity. The eight compounds are alpha, beta, gamma, delta-tocopherol, and tocotrienol. Vitamin E represents the body’s major fat-soluble antioxidant. This means that it works effectively in parts of the body where lipids (fats) are located, such as the cell membrane, where it helps protect the fats in the membrane from free radical damage.† Protecting the cell membrane is critical for maintaining the overall health of all body cells. Vitamin E also helps support healthy immune and cardiovascular function.† All vitamin E from AlchePharma is natural vitamin E. Synthetic vitamin E is not the same as natural and has significantly less biological activity. While d-alpha is the most well-known and most researched member of the vitamin E “family”, gamma-tocopherol possesses unique characteristics that complement the biological effects of alpha-tocopherol. This formula contains a high amount of alpha-tocopherol along with smaller amounts of beta, gamma, and delta-tocopherol for a synergistic effect.† Features Also available as 200 IU and 400 IU. Alpha-tocopherol is the most recognized form of vitamin E. Beta, gamma and delta tocopherols are naturally occurring in our foods as part of the vitamin E complex and are included here for their synergistic effects. Gamma-tocopherol has been and continues to be the focus of several research studies.   Benefits Alpha-tocopherol has the ability to work in the body as a lipid-soluble antioxidant, helping neutralize already formed free radicals.† Numerous research studies over the years have demonstrated the powerful antioxidant effects of alpha-tocopherol.† Gamma-tocopherol helps support nitric oxide (NO) production; NO supports cardiovascular health.† Alpha-tocopherol helps neutralize free radicals that have already formed and gamma-tocopherol inhibit the production of free radicals, these mechanisms demonstrate the synergy between these two forms of vitamin E.† It is difficult to obtain the number of tocopherols needed to achieve optimal health through diet alone, therefore supplementation is important, as demonstrated by numerous published research studies.†

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Cardiovascular disease continues to be the leading cause of mortality in the United States. One of the major risk factors for cardiovascular disease is elevated total and LDL (“bad”) cholesterol. There are several categories of prescription drugs that are designed to help lower cholesterol; the most commonly prescribed being the Statin drugs. Statins are effective at lowering total and LDL cholesterol, but they are associated with significant side effects. Many individuals with elevated cholesterol have been able to improve their cardiovascular health through diet, exercise, and nutraceutical supplements. One of the nutraceuticals that has been shown in research studies to support normal LDL and total cholesterol levels is red yeast rice. Red yeast rice is the product of yeast (Monascus purpureus) grown on rice, and is served as a dietary staple in some Asian countries. It contains several compounds that are collectively known as monacolins which support the mechanisms that can lead to improved cardiovascular health.† It is also important to support healthy liver function when taking red yeast rice or a Statin. Therefore, Red Yeast Rice Plus is combined with CoQ10 as well as compounds N-acetyl-cysteine (NAC) and standardized milk thistle for added liver support.†   Features 600mg of red yeast rice per serving. Carefully manufactured to avoid the presence of citrinin, a toxic by-product of the fermentation process. Includes 30mg CoQ10, 50mg NAC, and 25mg standardized Milk Thistle to help support healthy liver function.† Easy to swallow vegetarian capsule. Gluten-Free.   Benefits Red yeast rice has been shown in numerous studies to help support cardiovascular health.†Studies have shown that red yeast rice can significantly lower levels of total cholesterol and specifically LDL.† Red yeast rice supports normal triglyceride, LDL, and total cholesterol levels.† Cardiac (heart) cells, muscle, and cells of the liver have a significant amount of mitochondria and a very large energy requirement. CoQ10 is vital to the energy-producing processes that help maintain normal, healthy heart, muscle, and liver function.† NAC serves as a source of cysteine required for the liver’s synthesis of glutathione, which is a powerful antioxidant and detoxing compound found in the liver. NAC has been shown in studies to help protect the liver from the effects of drug and/or alcohol toxicity.† Milk thistle’s active ingredient silymarin is effective at protecting the liver from acute and chronic exposure to toxins. Milk thistle has been shown to protect hepatic cells and support overall healthy liver function and detoxification.†   LABEL

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Vitamin K is found in two primary forms: Vitamin K1 (phylloquinone) and Vitamin K2(menaquinone). There are a few different menquinones such as menaquinone 4 and menaquinone 7. The main difference between these forms is that K2 as menaquinone 7 is absorbed at a much higher rate than K1 and remains in the body 36 times longer (allowing it to move beyond the liver into other tissues); whereas K1 is primarily utilized by the liver to make blood clotting factors. In addition to other roles, Vitamin K2 (menaquinone-7) is essential for healthy, strong bones and for supporting arterial health.*   Features: Menaquinone-7 is the most efficacious form of Vitamin K for bone and cardio health. The 45 mcg dosage is the recommendation of leading vitamin K2 researchers. This dosage was also the highest consumption level of the patients in the landmark Rotterdam study: 50% reduction in deaths from cardiovascular disease.* Menaquinone-7 is made from an all-natural food source (fermented soy). It is vegetarian (including capsule).   Benefits: Vitamin K2 helps activate (turn-on) osteocalcin.* Osteocalcin helps to build new bone matrix by aiding the binding of calcium. Vitamin K2 is important in the maintenance of bone mineral content and bone strength.* Vitamin K2 helps activate (turn-on) MGP, which is responsible for regulating the amount of calcium that accumulates in arterial walls.* Vitamin K2 supports the integrity of arterial walls through the regulation of calcium in the body.* Vitamin K2 helps support the health and elasticity of arterial walls.*     Suggested Use: Adults take one (1) vegetarian capsule daily at mealtime, or as directed by a health care professional.

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