FACTOR 10: FEMTRAC
Female Health & Body Enhancement Formulation

VALIDATION OF INGREDIENTS

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VITAMIN B-1 (THIAMIN) plays a major role in the conversion of blood glucose into biological energy. Thiamin enhances both blood formation and circulation, carbohydrate metabolism and learning capacity.₁ Thiamine is not stored in the body and must be supplied daily. As a result, body tissues deplete rapidly when a deficiency occurs.₂

Eating sugar, smoking, and drinking alcohol will cause a thiamine depletion. Thiamine is also vulnerable to heat, air, and water in cooking.₃ Thiamine requirements during intense exercise increase 15-fold.₄ In fact, the exhausted athlete shows significantly lower levels of thiamine than a normal person.₅ There are probably more women deficient in Thiamin than any other vitamin.

VITAMIN B-2 (RIBOFLAVIN) is necessary for red blood cell formation, antibody production, cell respiration, and the normal release of energy from carbohydrate, protein, and fat in food. It also has antioxidant qualities and protects against free-radical damage.₆

Riboflavin is not stored in significant quantities in the body and must be replaced continuously through diet or supplementation to avoid deficiency. People who indulge in physical exercise often need extra riboflavin - particularly women.₇

A lack of stamina and vigor, retarded growth, digestive disturbances and impaired lactation are results of a riboflavin deficiency.₈

VITAMIN B-6 (PYRIDOXINE) is necessary for the formation of prostaglandins that regulate blood pressure, muscle contraction, and heart function. Pyridoxine aids in the regulation and maintenance of a healthy immune system.₉ It also promotes the production of the neurotransmitter serotonin that regulates sleep, pain, mood, and eating habits. Moods stabilize and depression is improved when Pyridoxine intake is increased.₁₀

The majority of clinical studies have demonstrated the efficacy of Pyridoxine supplementation in treating PMS.₁₁ In a double-blind cross-over trial, 84% of the subjects had a lower symptomatology score during the B-6 treatment period.

In another study, premenstrual acne flare-up was reduced in 72 percent of 106 affected young women taking 50 mg pyridoxine daily for one week prior and during the menstrual period.₁₂

It is important to note that some double-blind PMS studies of Pyridoxine have proven negative, in some cases as a result of the inability of some women to convert B-6 to its active form due to a deficiency in Riboflavin.₁₃ It is therefore imperative that both vitamins are present in any formulation for the amelioration of PMS.

Pyridoxine deficiency is common in women, individuals on restricted diets, individuals who consume diets high in sugar and fat, and women on oral contraceptives.₁₄

VITAMIN B-12 (CYANOCOBALAMIN) is necessary for normal processing of carbohydrate, protein, and fat in the body. This vitamin functions in the replication of the genetic code within each cell and is essential for the replacement and maintenance of all cells in the body.₁₅

The first symptoms of a B12 deficiency usually surface as irritability, impatience, and forgetfulness. In fact, some elderly manic patients have been found to have nothing more than a serious B12 deficiency.₁₆

Researchers have found that by depriving the microorganism Euglena of its vitamin B12, they can duplicate the effects of aging in human cells.₁₇

VITAMIN E (D-ALPHA TOCOPHEROL) is an antioxidant that improves circulation, repairs tissue, promotes normal clotting and healing and improves athletic performance.₁₈

Vitamin E can aid in the prevention of premature aging because of its role as an antioxidant. Free radicals destroy connective tissues that provide firmness to tissues such as the skin.₁₉

Vitamin E has been found useful in treating fibrocystic breast disease and PMS. Seventy-five women with fibrocystic breasts and PMS were given vitamin E in double-blind fashion. After two months of therapy, in varying levels of intake, 300 I.U.'s of vitamin E daily proved to substantially relieve breast tenderness and other symptoms of PMS.₂₀ A follow-up study found the same results.₂₁

FOLIC ACID (FOLACIN) is considered a brain food and is vital for healthy cell division and replication and may also help depression and anxiety.₂₂

Women who take folic acid show less precancerous cervical tissue as compared to women who consume a diet low in this vitamin. Folic acid may prevent the transformation of abnormal cells to cancer cells.₂₃

A deficiency of folic acid results in graying hair and gastrointestinal-tract disturbances, yet surveys show that the folic acid content of the American diet is half the recommended dietary intake.₂₄

BIOFLAVONOIDS (Vitamin P) are a group of vitamin-like nutrients which are found in fruits and vegetables and promote plant photosynthesis. Their components are citrin, rutin, hesperidin, flavones, and flavonals. They assist in keeping collagen in healthy condition.₂₅

In France, bioflavonoids have been used successfully for a number of women's gynecological problems. Physicians have found the flavone compounds effectively replace hormone therapy in cases of irregular or painful menstrual flow not caused by anatomical damage.₂₆

Bioflavonoids are estrogenic and help even out estrogen levels when needed, reducing the body's own synthesis of estrogen or binding with estrogen receptor sites to increase the body's estrogen when low.₂₇

POTASSIUM CHLORIDE is necessary to preserve proper alkalinity of the body fluids which aids in keeping the skin healthy.₂₈

Potassium assists in the conversion of glucose to glycogen, the form in which glucose can be stored in the liver. It also stimulates the kidneys to eliminate poisonous body wastes.₂₉

Potassium is effective at lowering blood pressure because it competes with sodium in the kidneys for reabsorption; it dilates blood vessels; and it reduces the flow of stress hormones (catecholamines) that can elevate blood pressure.₃₀

Potassium stimulates nerve impulses for muscle contraction and works with B-6, magnesium, zinc and red raspberry leaf to ameliorate severe menstrual cramps (Dysmenorrhea).₃₁

MAGNESIUM CHELATE functions in muscle relaxation and contraction, nerve transmission, and activates enzymes necessary for the metabolism of carbohydrates and amino acids. This essential mineral aids in the prevention of heart disease by protecting the arterial lining from stress caused by sudden blood pressure changes.₃₂

Magnesium deficiency is strongly implicated as a causative factor in premenstrual syndrome.₃₃ The deficiency is characterized by excessive nervous sensitivity, with generalized aches and pains and a lower premenstrual pain threshold.₃₄,₃₅

PMS patients given a multivitamin and mineral supplement containing magnesium and pyridoxine in an uncontrolled study showed a 70 percent reduction in both pre- and post- menstrual symptoms.₃₆Some women who experience head-ache, dizziness, and craving for sweets may respond to magnesium supplementation.

Many women do not consume the RDA's for magnesium (350 mg) and it is suspected that even the RDA's may not be optimal.₃₇ Lifestyle factors, such as physical or emotional stress, further increase the need for magnesium.

ZINC PICOLINATE is required for protein synthesis and collagen formation. Stretch marks in the skin may be signs of a zinc deficiency. Brittle nails and hair, and hair lacking pigment are also indications of a zinc deficiency.₃₈

Zinc has a beneficial effect on the immune system and the body's natural defense against colds, infection, and disease as it inhibits the growth of disease-causing bacteria. Zinc supplementation has been found effective in inhibiting several varieties of vaginal and yeast infections.₃₉,₄₀

Zinc helps eliminate cholesterol deposits and also aids in the proper growth and maturity of the sex organs. Irregular menstrual cycles in teen women is an indication of a zinc deficiency.₄₁

Zinc deficiency is common in the majority of the U.S. population because of soil exhaustion and the processing of food adversely affects zinc content.₄₂

CHROMIUM (Trivalent) is an essential mineral involved in the metabolism of glucose for energy and the synthesis of fatty acids and cholesterol. Chromium helps to regulate sugar levels in the blood. It appears to increase the effectiveness of insulin and its ability to handle glucose, preventing hypoglycemia (too much insulin) or diabetes (too little insulin).₄₃

Poor dietary intake of chromium results in limited availability of glucose tolerance factor (GTF) and impaired insulin activity. Blood sugar remains elevated and a diabetes-like condition similar to Type II Adult Onset develops.₄₄

As many as 90 percent of all American diets are low in chromium, because (1) soil depletion; (2) refined foods; (3) excessive sugar consumption; (4) lack of exercise; and (5) obesity. As a result, the diabetes rate has tripled since 1958 and now accounts for 15 percent of the nation's health care budget.₄₅

Chromium and zinc are weak links in the training of many athletes. Active individuals experience a seven to twenty fold increase in their glucose metabolism with measurable losses in chromium and zinc.₄₆

Chromium is also effective against acne. A variety of studies indicate that erratic blood glucose is tied to acne problems. When patients were given 400 mcg of chromium, the improvement in acne was rapid in most subjects.₄₇

L-LYSINE (AMINO ACID) is an essential building block which promotes collagen formation and helps build muscle protein. Antidotal evidence suggests this amino acid inhibits the herpes virus but no solid research exists to support this claim.₄₈

L-lysine, in combination with vitamins B-1 and B-6, can be utilized by the body to manufacture L-Carnitine. This amino acid aids in weight loss and improves athletic ability.₄₉

L-TYROSINE (AMINO ACID) suppresses appetite, reduces body fat, and acts as a mood elevator. This amino acid provides the raw materials for dopamine and noradrenaline (two vital chemicals for thought and emotions) in the brain. Low levels of tyrosine have been found in depressed patients.₅₀ L-Tyrosine has been effective in clinical trials in treating certain types of PMS depression.

BLACK COHOSH (CIMICIFUGA RACEMOSA EXTRACT) was introduced to American medicine by the Indians, who called it squaw root in reference to its use in relieving menstrual cramps and menopause. Recent scientific investigation has upheld this use. Clinical studies show it promotes and/or restores healthy menstrual activity; soothes irritation and congestion of the uterus, cervix, and vagina; relieves hot flashes and vaginal atrophy; and promotes uterine recovery.₅₁,₅₂,₅₃

Black Cohosh extract is an antispasmodic and estrogen enhancer. When compared in a clinical study with estrogen replacement as a treatment for menopausal symptoms after hysterectomy (with intact ovaries), it was shown to be as effective as synthetic hormones.₅₄

GINKGO BILOBA (GINKGOLIDE EXTRACT) is the world's oldest living tree species and can be traced back to the oldest Chinese materia medica (2800 B.C.). Ginkgo possesses compounds known to have therapeutic value in increasing blood flow to the brain thus helping memory loss, as well as age-related cerebral disorders.₅₅

Researchers have concluded that ginkgo is effective against the congestive symptoms of PMS, particularly breast pain or tenderness. Patients taking the ginkgo also noted improvements in neuro-psychological assessments.₅₆

ANGELICA SINENSIS (DONG QUAI) has been used in traditional oriental medicine for thousands of years, mainly for female disorders. It is well known in the United States as a women's tonic, primarily to adjust menstrual irregularities such as infrequent menstruation and abnormal menstrual bleeding.₅₇

Angelica sinensis is estrogenic and thought to reduce the frequency of hot flashes. Japanese women include this herb in their diet and have far fewer hot flashes than American women.₅₈,₅₉

Angelica sinensis root has demonstrated immuno-stimulating activities which include the induction of interferon production, stimulation of immune cell proliferation and anti-tumor activity.₆₀ In a Chinese study, the herb improved impaired liver functions of 60% of the patients with chronic hepatitis or cirrhosis of the liver. Many patients also experienced an improved blood count.₆₁

LICORICE ROOT (GLYCYRRHIZA GLABRA) promotes estrogenic activity which has been clearly established by experimental investigation.₆₂,₆₃ In a study involving women experiencing infrequent menstruation, normal ovulation was success- fully induced by utilizing an extract of Licorice root.₆₄

Poor nutrition, vigorous physical work, and/or anxiety can induce adrenal stress resulting in fatigue, weakness, head-ache, numbness or dizziness. Licorice root increases the effectiveness of adrenal hormones circulating in the liver, including the sex hormones androgen and estrogen, and mimics the action of these hormones itself, thereby helping the body to overcome adrenal failure.₆₅,₆₆

The above studies suggest that Licorice root has good potential for maintaining and/or restoring hormonal and reproductive health. Additionally, Licorice root extract possesses substantial anti-inflammatory properties and is widely utilized to ameliorate stiff, inflamed and sore muscles and joints due to arthritis, rheumatism, and bursitis.₆₇,₆₈

European researchers concluded several decades ago that licorice root extract has none of the side effects associated with the use of cortisone and hydrocortisone drugs yet is every bit as effective.₆₉

SUMA (PFAFFIA PANICULATA EXTRACT) has been found to be one of the most effective herbs from the Amazon for female problems. Suma is classified as an adaptogen which exerts an overall normalizing effect on the body by increasing the body's resistance to adverse influences.₇₀

Two plant hormones found in Suma, sitosterol and stigmasterol, encourage estrogen production and accounts for it's use for correcting menopausal symptoms.₇₁

GOTA KOLA (CENTELLA ASIATICA EXTRACT) has been used as a medicine in India and the Indonesia islands since prehistoric times for wound healing.₇₂ Early pharmacological investigations of centella demonstrated that this herb does substantially hasten the healing of wounds.₇₃

Centella's complex actions have a multiphase effect on cells and tissues including stimulation of hair and nail growth₇₄; increasing the tensile integrity of the dermis₇₅; and increasing the formation of chondroitin sulfate in bone.₇₆

Extracts of Centella asiatica have demonstrated good results in the treatment of cellulite in a number of clinical studies.₇₇,₇₈ These positive effects appear to be related to the herbs ability to enhance connective tissue structure by acting directly on fibroblasts.₇₉

GINGER ROOT (ZINGIBER OFFICINALE) produces a generalized stimulant effect which diffuses slowly from the G.I. tract and gently energizes the blood. Ginger root helps the body recover from the effects of stress and fatigue more rapidly than otherwise.₈₀ It works indirectly to increase the availability of dietary nutrients for digestion and metabolism and will markedly facilitate the utilization of energy stores.₈₁

Ginger root ameliorates symptoms of nausea, motion sickness, vertigo, dizziness and stomach disorders.₈₂ In fact, ginger root can prevent motion sickness considerably better than the popular drug, Dramamine.₈₃ Ginger root also helps reduce serum cholesterol levels, which promotes long term circulatory improvement.₈₄

RASPBERRY LEAF (RUBUS IDAEUS), with a nutrient content of citric acid, pectin, silicon and vitamin D, promotes healthy nails, teeth, and skin.₈₅

Raspberry leaf's major impact on the female system can best be described as normalization as it tempers the effects of hormonal runaway such as might occur during menstruation.

One study showed that Raspberry leaf extract prevented the typical hyper-growth effects of chronic gonadotrophine on ovaries and uterus₈₆ while another study demonstrated that this herb will, in fact, relax uterine muscles.₈₇

RAW OVARY concentrate has been found in clinical observations to help those cells in the body that are similar to it since raw bovine ovary is organ-specific rather than species-specific.₈₈

RAW ADRENAL concentrate. Using radioactive isotope tracing, Dr. A. Kment of Germany discovered that glandular tissues such as adrenal were absorbed by the bloodstream and deposited for use and support in the corresponding glands of the recipient.₈₉

The glandulars utilized in this formulation have been processed at 37 degrees F in the raw state to preserve the maximum nutrients and proteins inherent in such glands.

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