Unique Nutritional Compounds

(lipoic acid, thioctic acid)

Antioxidant. Promotes liver repair. Combats glaucoma. Relieves diabetic neuropathy. Regulates blood sugars. May preserve brain function against effects of aging.

High doses cause mild nausea or skin rash, but only very rarely.

Slows cartilage loss. Improves joint mobility; relieves arthritis.

Rare allergic reactions.

(CoQ10, ubiquinone)

Improves heart health and circulation. Lowers blood pressure. Improves health of gums and teeth. May help prevent or slow Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.

No known side effects.

(dehydroepiandrosterone)

Promotes hormone production that regulates bodily functions. Stimulates immune system. Manages glucose to control diabetes. May stimulate brain function and slow the aging process.

High doses may cause acne, deepening of the voice, mood changes, oily skin, or unwanted hair growth in women.

(D,L–phenylalanine)

Relieves stress and depression. Reduces pain.

Prolonged use may damage nerves or increase blood pressure.

(glucosamine sulfate)

Repairs damaged cartilage, improving joint function and combating arthritis. Helps heal sprains and other joint injuries.

Raises blood sugar, so not recommended for people with diabetes.

(hydroxycitric acid)

Interferes with conversion of carbohydrates to fat.

No known side effects.

Stimulates brain function. Combats memory loss, including that caused by Alzheimer’s.

May increase blood pressure. Not recommended for people with respiratory problems.

Improves liver function; helps treat cirrhosis and hepatitis. Reduces likelihood of gallstones. Reduces cholesterol.

High doses may cause bloating, diarrhea, nausea, or sweating.

Improves sleep, combats insomnia, and eases jet lag. May slow effects of aging.

No known side effects.

(methylsulfonylmethane)

Builds connective tissue in joints. Anti-inflammatory. Helps prevent arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, fibromyalgia.

May cause blood thinning and digestive problems.

(para-aminobenzoic acid)

Improves hair and skin. Reduces hair loss.

High doses (more than 8 mg/day) may reduce blood sugar.

Relieves allergy symptoms. Heals abrasions and cuts.

Should not be used by people allergic to bees.

(phosphatidyl-serine)

Slows or helps prevent brain function decline in older adults, including that caused by Alzheimer’s. Relieves stress and depression.

May cause insomnia or restlessness. Should not be taken with other stimulants.

(S-adenosylmethionine)

Relieves stress and depression. Stimulates cartilage growth and relieves arthritis pain. May limit aging-related brain dysfunction, including that caused by Alzheimer’s.

Interferes with MOA inhibitor antidepressant drugs. May cause insomnia and heartburn.

Joint anti-inflammatory. Reduces swelling from arthritis. May help prevent cancer.

No known side effects.