IMMUNE SUPPORT. Lamberts Healthcare Trainer: Katie Sheen

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1 IMMUNE SUPPORT Lamberts Healthcare Trainer: Katie Sheen

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3 Pea Protein (powder) Sourced from yellow peas. The extraction and purification processes raise the protein content from the normal level of 6% in fresh peas to 90% in this product Highly soluble & therefore easy to digest and absorb: can mix into soups, stews & smoothies The amino acid profile is excellent as it is rich in branch chain amino acids (leucine, isoleucine and valine) and is richer in arginine than any other commercially available protein Up to 2 heaped dessertspoons per day (20g) Technical catalogue page 69 3

4 Lamberts : an extensive range of food supplements The full range can be found in the Technical Catalogue on the following pages: Vitamins (eg.vitamins A, C, E) Minerals (eg. Zinc, Selenium, Magnesium) Amino Acids (eg.l-cysteine, l-glutathione complex) Digestive Aids Multis Essential Fatty Acids Other Nutrients (eg.quercitin, CoQ10) Herbs (eg. Garlic, Rosehip, Turmeric) Traditional Herbal Medicines (eg.echinacea) Fruit Concentrates (eg.imuno-strength) 4

5 Selenium 200µg + A+C+E Supplies 200µg selenium (twice the level found in most products) in the organic Seleno-L- Methionine form for best absorption Selenium contributes to the maintenance of normal hair & nails as well as the regular function of the immune system. It is also involved in the protection of cells from oxidative stress (by free radicals), is required for thyroxine metabolism & plays a role in male fertility as it contributes to normal spermatogenesis. Dosage: 1 per day Technical catalogue page

6 Imuno-Strength Imuno-Strength is a tasty natural blend of elderberry, rosehip & blackcurrant concentrates carefully formulated to retain the nutritive properties off the fruits. All are rich sources of flavonoids, including anthocyanidins, heavily researched for immune supportive properties It can be taken straight off the spoon or added to drinks by all ages from 5 years & upwards Dosage: children 5 to 15 yrs 5ml (1tsp) per day, adults 10ml (2tsp) per day Technical catalogue page 160 6

7 Garlic 1650mg Best known as an anti-fungal & anti-bacterial herb, the active ingredients in garlic are believed to be the many sulphur containing compounds, one of which is alliin. This is converted to allicin when the garlic is chewed or crushed. Each tablet contains a level of garlic equivalent to 1650mg of fresh garlic = allicin potential of 5500µg. Garlic can be taken indefinitely, but for cholesterol problems don t forget to have your levels checked regularly in case you need to take other measures. Dosage: 1 tablet per day Technical catalogue page 135 7

8 Echinacea Cold & Flu Relief Echinacea purpura Root Extract 105mg A traditional herbal medicinal product used to treat the symptoms of the common cold & influenza type infections Echinacea is only suitable for children over 12 years old It should not be used by those who suffer from asthma, eczema, hives or any auto-immune condition Dosage: children 5 to 15 yrs 5ml (1tsp) per day, adults 10ml (2tsp) per day Technical catalogue page 155 8

9 9 Lamberts Zinc Range Zinc 15mg (as citrate) = maintenance dose Zinc 30mg (as gluconate) - tablet Zinc 50mg (as citrate) capsule Zinc Plus Lozenges with vit C & bee propolis Zincatest liquid Technical catalogue pages 49-52

10 Lamberts Vitamin C range Ascorbic acid 250g (powder): 1000mg = ¼ teaspoon, fast dissolving Calcium Ascorbate 250g (powder) Ester-C 650mg (tablet) Rutin & Vitamin C 500mg (tablet) Gentle Vitamin C 500mg (tablet) Vitamin C 1000mg with Citrus Bioflavanoids & Rose Hips (tablet) Vitamin C Time Release 500mg, 1000mg or 1500mg with Citrus Bioflavanoids & Rose Hips (tablet) Technical catalogue pages

11 Restoring gut health 5R approach: Remove what is upsetting gut health (pathogens, xenobiotics, toxins, allergens) Replace (HCl, digestive enzymes) Reinoculate (probiotics, FOS) Repair (l-glutamine, EPA & GLA, vitamins A,C,E, zinc, manganese, l-cysteine, glutathione, FOS, butyric acid) Rebalance (supportive, balanced diet) Institute for Functional Medicine (2004) Clinical Nutrition: A functional Approach, Second Edition 11

12 Candaway A high strength formula that includes powerful extracts from cinnamon bark, olive leaf, fennel seed and oregano This product is recommended for those people following a dietary regime designed to tackle an overgrowth of Candida albicans, which is a type of yeast that is naturally present in our digestive system Dosage: 2 tablets daily with a meal Technical catalogue page 75 12

13 Digestizyme Includes lipase, amylase and protease High Potency - enzyme activity measured & expressed in Food Chemical Code (FCC) units Plant-sourced enzymes Specifically chosen enzymes that are largely resistant to degradation caused by the highly acidic conditions in the stomach reach small intestine More Digestive Aids: Technical catalogue pages 72-80

14 Lamberts Probiotics Probioguard Four carefully selected strains Lactobacillus acidophilus, Bifidobacterium, Streptococcus thermophilus and Lactobacillus delbrueckii ssp bulgaricus, Which have been widely used in clinical studies of note Acidophilus Extra billion friendly bacteria per gelatin free capsule Most popular strains used in clinical studies Lactobacillus acidophilus La- 5 and Bifidobacterium Bb12 Technical catalogue pages 78-80

15 FOS (formerly Eliminex) FOS is a soluble fibre called Fructooligosaccharides, found in many vegetables such as chicory & onions. When you take FOS it passes through your digestive system undigested until it reaches your bowel where the friendly bacteria use it as a food source (a prebiotic ). The result is a rapid growth in the friendly bacteria, such as Bifidobacteria and Lactobacillus species. It can also be converted to l-butyrate Technical catalogue page 72 15

16 FOS (formerly Eliminex) After 2 weeks of taking 8g of FOS daily, research has shown that it can increase the number of beneficial bacteria in the gut by up to 10 times. FOS is extracted from chicory roots & suitable for all ages, including children & pregnant women, as well as those on yeast-free diets & those on medication. It can be used on a long term basis. It is a sweet soluble powder that can be mixed in to cold or hot drinks, sprinkled on cereals or eaten off the spoon Dose should be built up slowly. Daily intake: 5 to 15 grams (5g=heaped teaspoon) 16

17 L-Glutamine Powder Just 1 heaped teaspoon provides a full 5 grams! Also available as 500mg capsules Technical catalogue page 58

18 18 Flax Seed Oil 1000mg Alpha-Linolenic Acid is converted by the body into the Omega 3 fatty acids EPA and DHA according to its need Lamberts Flax Seed Oil is cold pressed to ensure that the nutritive qualities are retained and to protect the ALA from oxidation we use opaque capsule shells and add vitamin E as an antioxidant Dosage: 1 to 3 capsules per day Technical catalogue page 100

19 Vitamin B-50 Complex Technical catalogue pages 101, 105,

20 PURE OracOmega Lamberts PURE OracOmega High Strength Fish Oil 1200mg with 760mg Omega 3 s 2,500 ORAC (from plant extracts) Technical catalogue page 106

21 21 Lamberts Fish Oils: Children Lamberts Omega 3 Berry Bursts have been specially formulated for those aged 3 years and over. Chewing the soft capsule releases a burst of delicious natural blackcurrant flavour and delivers essential Omega 3 fatty acids alongside the vital vitamins A, C, D and E. The Berry Bursts are a particularly rich source of the Omega 3 fatty acid DHA. The vitamins A, C, D and E help to support a healthy immune system, as well as healthy skin, teeth, bones and eyes. Dose: chew 1 or 2 capsules per day Technical catalogue page 108

22 22 Lamberts Multis: Children Multi-Guard for Kids uses micro-encapsulated nutrients (to mask the flavour of the minerals), plus natural forest fruit flavour to produce chewable tablets that children readily accept. We use natural xylitol to sweeten the tablets, so the formula is aspartame free. It is also sugar free and will therefore not contribute to tooth decay. The tablets are carefully formulated to allow them to be suitable for ages 4-14 years, with one tablet per day for children up to 10 years and two tablets for the older aged group. If you would like to try a sample please call or our Technical Advice team. Technical catalogue page 95

23 23 Vitamin B-100 Complex Lamberts Vitamin B-100 Complex is a high strength product that is useful in situations where someone requires a fast boost to their intake of B vitamins. In most situations this product should be used for short term supplementation, typically two months, after which time our B-50 complex will provide adequate levels of the B vitamins. One-a-day, short term use Technical catalogue page 14

24 Vitamin B-50 Complex Lamberts one-a-day Vitamin B-50 Complex is a high potency, comprehensive formula providing all the important B vitamins that came out top in an independent analysis. It is our most popular B Complex, with all the B s presented at much higher levels than you will find in typical supermarket products. One-a-day Technical catalogue page 13 24

25 MagAsorb Magnesium 150mg (as citrate) A full 150mg of magnesium per tablet As citrate since it is the most easily absorbed form by the body and has a wealth of scientific research supporting its use Technical catalogue page 43

26 Siberian Ginseng 1500mg There has been a considerable amount of scientific work on the chemistry, pharmacology & clinical effects of this herb on stress & fatigue Siberian ginseng is best taken first thing in the morning although it is regarded as a more gentle preparation than Korean ginseng Each tablet provides 100mg extract made from over 1500mg dried herb & is therefore likely to be 15 times stronger than simply 100mg powdered plant material Daily intake: 1 tablet Technical catalogue page

27 Korean Ginseng 1200mg Lamberts Korean Ginseng 1200mg is one of the strongest available and has a guaranteed 24mg of ginsenosides per tablet Korean ginseng, sometimes referred to as Panax ginseng has been traditionally used in one of two ways: on a short-term basis for energy, stamina and concentration, and longer-term for well-being, especially in the over 50 s. It has been extensively studied for its influence on immunity & blood sugar levels Daily intake: 1 tablet Technical catalogue page

28 28 Multi-Guard Control A high potency multi with high levels of magnesium and chromium plus concentrated Cinnamon. Every dose of 2 tablets provides: Chromium 200µg Magnesium 300mg Alpha-Lipoic Acid 150mg Cinnamon bark 2000mg (provided by 400mg of a 5:1 extract) Technical catalogue page 92

29 Other potentially helpful nutrients Turmeric (curcumin) page 151 Green Tea page 139 Garlic page 135 Quercetin 500mg page 120 Antioxidant Complex page 129 Colladeen range page CoQ10 page Glucosamine Complete page 111

30 Vitamin D 1000iu (25µg) As many as 60 percent of the UK population is vitamin D deficient, and low levels have been linked to a wide range of immune issues. We recommend testing Vitamin D status & supplementing as necessary. Technical catalogue pages 32-33

31 Natural Form Vitamin E 250iu & 400iu strengths Lamberts supplies vitamin E in its natural form of d-alpha tocopherol, as this is the form in which it occurs in foods. Research shows that natural vitamin E has a higher biological activity, and is absorbed and retained more readily by the body than synthetic vitamin E. The cheaper synthetic form is called dl-alpha tocopherol and is the form most commonly found in many of the high street vitamin E products Technical catalogue pages 34 & 35 31

32 32 THANK YOU! Lamberts Technical Advisors