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Nutrition Spotlight - Vitamers

1/22/2021

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While you might think of a vitamin like vitamin C as a single molecule, every vitamin is actually a family of related molecules that share a common function in the body. The members of a vitamin family are called vitamers (pronounced vīt-ə-mərs).


Vitamins and Vitamers
There are 14 essential vitamins that your body needs to function as it should — vitamins A, C, D, E, and K; the B vitamins (B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, and B12); and choline (1). Each vitamin consists of several related forms known as vitamers. Some vitamins have only a few vitamers, while other vitamins have many. Every vitamer in a vitamin family has the same core functions but also has its own unique features and benefits.
Vitamers within a vitamin family can differ from each other in a variety of ways. Some forms of a vitamin might be more bioavailable than others or might follow slightly different pathways during metabolism, leading to subtly different health benefits.
For example, nicotinic acid and nicotinamide are two vitamers of vitamin B3. Both forms of vitamin B3 have the same essential functions in the body: helping to release energy from food, acting as a coenzyme in cellular metabolism, serving as an antioxidant, and contributing to the normal process of copying and maintaining DNA in cells (2).
Although they both share the same core functions of vitamin B3, these two vitamers also have subtly different properties. Nicotinic acid offers unique benefits for heart health but also has the potential to cause an uncomfortable niacin flush reaction in sensitive people. Nicotinamide, on the other hand, doesn’t cause a niacin flush reaction (2).


Vitamers in Natural Foods
Natural foods provide vitamins as a diverse array of vitamers. A varied diet that includes many different fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and lean proteins delivers nutrients in their naturally occurring forms, including the full spectrum of vitamers. Getting a greater diversity of vitamers helps ensure you receive the benefits of the different forms of each vitamin.
When vitamins are added to foods, they are generally added as only a single, purified vitamer. While this approach has its own benefits, it can substantially reduce the diversity of nutrients in a typical diet.
For instance, vitamin E is commonly added to foods as vitamin E acetate (alpha-tocopherol acetate). This vitamer of vitamin E is very stable and effective at protecting foods from rancidity. While most fortified foods supply only one form of vitamin E, there are at least eight naturally occurring vitamers of vitamin E divided into two main groups — tocopherols and tocotrienols (3).
These naturally occurring vitamers offer a variety of benefits. Alpha-tocopherol is the most active form of vitamin E in the body, while the tocotrienols offer the most potent antioxidant benefits. All eight naturally occurring vitamers of vitamin E can be found in various plant-based foods (3).


In nature, vitamins exist as families of related vitamers. Each vitamer in a vitamin family shares the same essential functions in the body but also has unique properties of its own. The variety of vitamers that occur naturally in fruits, vegetables, and other whole foods provide a diverse array of nutritional benefits.



References
  1. Institute of Medicine. 2006. Dietary Reference Intakes: The Essential Guide to Nutrient Requirements. Washington, DC: The National Academies Press. https://doi.org/10.17226/11537.
  2. Institute of Medicine (US) Standing Committee on the Scientific Evaluation of Dietary Reference Intakes and its Panel on Folate, Other B Vitamins, and Choline. Dietary Reference Intakes for Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Vitamin B6, Folate, Vitamin B12, Pantothenic Acid, Biotin, and Choline. Washington (DC): National Academies Press (US); 1998.
  3. Institute of Medicine (US) Panel on Dietary Antioxidants and Related Compounds. Dietary Reference Intakes for Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Selenium, and Carotenoids. Washington (DC): National Academies Press (US); 2000.
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Nutrition Spotlight: Mangosteen

1/21/2021

 
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Looking for a perfect superfruit and phytonutrient infusion to complement your diet as well as one you can enjoy even during a fast? Look no further.

What exactly is mangosteen, and why is it considered a “superfruit”?

Mangosteen: The ‘Queen of the Fruits’
The mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana L.) is a fruit native to tropical and arid climates, including Southeast Asia countries such as India, Malaysia, Philippines, and Thailand (1).  Because the fruit has traditionally been used to treat various ailments and by many cultures, several efforts to grow the plant in the United States have been attempted. However, even in more tropical locations, including California and Hawaii, the mangosteen grows very poorly. Moreover, because the fruit is delicate, once picked, it must either be quickly frozen or otherwise treated.

Frequently considered a superfruit due to its exotic nature and reported traditional health benefits, the mangosteen has a soft flesh that resembles a white tangerine. Its flesh is mildly acidic and exhibits a delicious taste profile described as sweet and sour and resembles the flavor of a combination of grape and strawberry. Moreover, although the word mango occurs within the term “mangosteen,” there is no relationship botanically. Mangos and mangosteens only share their first five letters; indeed, they are not related at the genus or family levels (2).

Along with its somewhat restrictive growing season and limited geography, the mangosteen has a fascinating history. Sometime in 1850s England, the tropical fruit was coined “Queen of the Fruits,” supposedly in reference to a quote made by Queen Victoria. However, a more thorough analysis suggests that the good Queen unlikely had any specific or direct connection to the fruit (3).


Mangosteens Are Phytonutrient Rich
Like most fruits and vegetables, the mangosteen contains a wide assortment of plant-based nutrients. In addition to anthocyanins, flavonoids, and terpenes, mangosteens are also rich in tannins and a family of phytonutrients known as xanthones. Xanthones derive their name from the Greek word “Xanthos,” which means yellow due to their characteristic color in many plants (4). Xanthones, like polyphenols in fruits and vegetables, are a diverse family with at least 70 xanthones thus far isolated or characterized from the mangosteen.


Health Benefits of the Mangosteen
In addition to its traditional use in treating various ailments, several clinical studies suggest its health benefits. For example, two studies from the Ohio State University reported consumption of commercial mangosteen-containing beverages that showed bioavailability of α-mangostin (a major xanthone in the fruit) as well as an increased antioxidant capacity in humans (5, 6). Similarly, these and other studies have also observed beneficial effects on immune system markers (6, 7). Most recently, researchers from Brazil found a significant improvement in insulin sensitivity in obese females consuming a mangosteen supplement, with no side effects (8). Finally, another clinical study confirmed increased absorption of xanthones from mangosteen when the fruit juice was consumed along with a high-fat meal (9), which is unsurprising as many of these bioactive compounds are fat-soluble and therefore improved when consumed alongside dietary fat.

Now, with Xango® and Xango Reserve, you can add two new plant-based beverages for anytime use that are suitable for vegans and anyone seeking health and wellness support. Xango and Xango Reserve are two mangosteen-rich elixirs created with the puree of whole mangosteen fruit, including the seeds, pulp, and rind. While each product features an array of plant-based nutrients from the mangosteen and other fruit, Xango Reserve provides more mangosteen per serving compared with Xango.

Get mangosteen-rich Xango® and Xango Reserve to your health arsenal of high-quality antioxidants, adaptogenic herbs, and other targeted solutions.



References
  1. Benatrehina PA, Pan L, Naman CB, Li J, Kinghorn AD. Usage, biological activity, and safety of selected botanical dietary supplements consumed in the United States. J Tradit Complement Med. 2018;8(2):267-277. Published 2018 Mar 2. doi:10.1016/j.jtcme.2018.01.006.
  2. https://mangosteen.com/index.html.
  3. https://mangosteen.com/historyandfolklore.htm.
  4. https://www.simplysupplements.co.uk/healthylife/general-health/health-benefits-xanthones.
  5. Kondo M, Zhang L, Ji H, Kou Y, Ou B. Bioavailability and antioxidant effects of a xanthone-rich Mangosteen (Garcinia mangostana) product in humans. J Agric Food Chem. 2009;57(19):8788-8792. doi:10.1021/jf901012f.
  6. Xie Z, Sintara M, Chang T, Ou B. Daily consumption of a mangosteen-based drink improves in vivo antioxidant and anti-inflammatory biomarkers in healthy adults: a randomized, double-blind, placebo-controlled clinical trial. Food Sci Nutr. 2015;3(4):342-348. doi:10.1002/fsn3.225.
  7. Udani JK, Singh BB, Barrett ML, Singh VJ. Evaluation of Mangosteen juice blend on biomarkers of inflammation in obese subjects: a pilot, dose finding study. Nutr J. 2009;8:48. Published 2009 Oct 20. doi:10.1186/1475-2891-8-48.
  8. Watanabe M, Gangitano E, Francomano D, et al. Mangosteen Extract Shows a Potent Insulin Sensitizing Effect in Obese Female Patients: A Prospective Randomized Controlled Pilot Study. Nutrients. 2018;10(5):586. Published 2018 May 9. doi:10.3390/nu10050586.
  9. Chitchumroonchokchai C, Riedl KM, Suksumrarn S, Clinton SK, Kinghorn AD, Failla ML. Xanthones in mangosteen juice are absorbed and partially conjugated by healthy adults. J Nutr. 2012;142(4):675-680. doi:10.3945/jn.111.156992.
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Nutrition Spotlight: Moringa

12/21/2020

 
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Often referred to as the “miracle tree,” moringa is gaining in global popularity for its beneficial roles not only in nutrition but also in sustainability, global health, and agriculture. So what makes moringa so magnificent?


History and Global Use of Moringa
The moringa (Moringa oleifera) tree is a fast-growing, deciduous tree native to subtropical areas in southern Asia, Africa, and South America. Because of its ability to grow year-round, many cultures have used various parts of the moringa tree both medicinally and as a food source. First described around 2000 B.C., moringa was used as a remedy for over 300 conditions in traditional medicine (1). Today, it continues to thrive globally because of its ability to sustainably improve diets by adding protein, micronutrients, and other phytochemicals.


Nutrients Found in Moringa
Across the globe, people in developing countries supplement their diets with moringa because of its extraordinary nutrient density. Moringa leaves are rich in protein, essential amino acids, and micronutrients such as copper, manganese, iron, zinc, and vitamin A, making it a great source for natural nutrient fortification (2, 3). Moringa is not only abundant in micronutrients, but it also has polyphenols, isothiocyanates, and polyunsaturated fatty acids (PUFAs). Its oil is nutritionally similar to olive oil but is more resistant to oxidation and does not become rancid as quickly.
Unlike many botanicals, studies have shown that moringa is hearty and that its nutrients can withstand extreme temperatures such as boiling. By adding the leaves to a broth or even battering and frying them, unserved populations are able to nourish their bodies with an easy-to-grow superfood that can be harvested locally and remain nutritionally stable for long periods of time (4).


Moringa Is More Than a Superfood
The mild flavor of the flower and nutrient-dense leaf are consumed in foods and brewed as a tea, but beyond its nutritional benefits, moringa’s versatility makes it a sustainable solution with many applications. The seed oil is often used in skin and hair care, while the seed itself has more recently been used in water purification. Moringa bark and seed cake are used in textiles and animal feed, the roots are used therapeutically, and the live tree is often used as fencing (5, 6). With little water needed to grow it and the ability to utilize every part of the tree, moringa is a sustainable option across multiple industries with virtually endless uses.

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References
1. Matic I, Guidi A, Kenzo M, et al. Investigation of medicinal plants traditionally used as dietary supplements: A review on Moringa oleifera. J Public Health Afr. 2018 Dec 21; 9(3): 841.
2. Olson ME, Sankaran RP, Fahey JW, et al. Leaf Protein and Mineral Concentrations across the “Miracle Tree” Genus Moringa. PLoS ONE 11(7): e0159782. https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pone.0159782
3. Glover-Amengor M, Aryeetev R, Afari E, et al. Micronutrient composition and acceptability of Moringa oleifera leaf-fortified dishes by children in Ada-East district, Ghana. Food Sci Nutr. 2017 Mar; 5(2): 317–323.
4. Gopalakrishnan L, Doriya K, Kumar DS. Moringa oleifera: A review on nutritive importance and its medicinal application. Food Science and Human Wellness. 2016 June; 5(2): 49-56.
5. Mulugeta G and Fekadu A. Industrial and Agricultural Potentials of Moringa. Journal of Natural Sciences Research 4 14.
6. Masih LP, Singh S, Elamathi S, et al. Moringa: A multipurpose crop – A review. Proc Indian Natn Sci Acad 85 No. 3 September 2019 pp. 589-601

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What is Isagenix Collagen Bone Broth?

2/9/2020

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Isagenix Collagen Bone Broth is a dietary supplement that provides support for healthy skin and joints with responsibly sourced bone broth protein and collagen peptides from grass-fed cows. Enjoy it daily as a warm, savory beverage, or mix it into your favorite recipes.

How is Collagen Bone Broth made?

All flavors of Collagen Bone Broth start with grass-fed cows. First, beef bones are slowly simmered to extract nutrients, making a rich and nourishing base. Next, the benefits of bone broth are enhanced with collagen peptides, antioxidant vitamin C, and Tri-Amino Acid Complex. Finally, these ingredients are expertly blended with natural, savory flavors to make a delicious powdered broth mix.

What are collagen peptides, and how are they different from other types of collagen?

Collagen peptides are a form of collagen that is rapidly absorbed and highly bioavailable, effectively delivering collagen’s benefits throughout the body. While ordinary foods like meat, poultry, and fish contain collagen, it’s mainly in the form of long collagen fibers. This form of collagen is difficult to digest and offers few benefits. Collagen peptides are created through an enzymatic process that breaks long collagen fibers into short collagen peptides that are quickly absorbed and easy for the body to use.

How much collagen is in each serving?

Isagenix Collagen Bone Broth provides 6.5 grams of collagen peptides per serving in addition to the naturally occurring collagen and gelatin provided by bone broth protein.

What types of collagen are in Collagen Bone Broth?

Collagen Bone Broth contains collagen peptides from type I and type III collagen, which are among the most abundant forms of collagen. Type I collagen is found throughout the body in the bones and skin. Type III collagen is also found in many parts of the body and is especially important for healthy elastic tissue.

What is the benefit of vitamin C in Collagen Bone Broth?

Vitamin C is an essential nutrient that is required for collagen formation. Isagenix Collagen Bone Broth is an excellent source of antioxidant vitamin C with 80 milligrams per serving.

What is Collagen Tri-Amino Acid Complex?

Collagen Tri-Amino Acid Complex contains the three most predominant amino acids found in collagen: glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline. Combining these three amino acids with other beneficial ingredients in Collagen Bone Broth like vitamin C and collagen peptides ensures optimal support for collagen synthesis.

What makes Isagenix Collagen Bone Broth different?

Most bone broth, whether homemade or purchased, is unlikely to contain enough collagen in the right forms to help you see the results you are looking for. Isagenix Collagen Bone Broth reinforces the benefits of slowly simmered bone broth with collagen peptides and collagen-boosting nutrients like vitamin C and Tri-Amino Acid Complex. The combination of ingredients in Collagen Bone Broth works to support healthy joints and a radiant and hydrated complexion.
Collagen Bone Broth is made with non-GMO ingredients, including bone broth protein and collagen peptides sourced from grass-fed cows that are not treated with hormones or routine antibiotics.

Is there milk in Collagen Bone Broth? 

Both Vegetable and Roasted Chicken and Herb flavors of Collagen Bone Broth display the allergen statement “Contains milk ingredients”. This is because these flavors of Collagen Bone Broth contain a small amount of butter as part of the natural flavoring ingredients.

Who is Collagen Bone Broth recommended for?

Collagen Bone Broth is recommended for anyone age 12 and up. It’s always recommended to consult with your doctor about your dietary supplement use while pregnant or breastfeeding.


Can I drink Collagen Bone Broth on a Cleanse Day?

Yes! Collagen Bone Broth provides 45 calories per serving and can be added to your Cleanse Day schedule.


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How Much Sugar Is In The Food We Eat

1/30/2019

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Working to reduce the amount of added sugar you consume each day is a worthy goal, especially because many common foods and beverages provide extra sugar and calories but very little of the quality nutrition our bodies need.

On its own, sugar isn’t necessarily good or bad. It becomes a concern when you consume foods that are high in calories and added sugar but low in essential nutrients like protein, fiber, vitamins, and minerals. Many everyday foods, beverages, and condiments contain a surprising amount of added sugar without contributing much nutritional value. Cutting back on these sources of excess sugar is a good idea for both your well-being and your waistline.
But, there is no need to eliminate sugar completely, especially if you want to eat in a way that supports your health and wellness goals. Sugar and other carbohydrates are essential nutrients that play a vital role in many bodily functions, including in the nervous system and immune system. Not to mention that naturally occurring sugar is present in many of the delicious, nourishing foods we should enjoy every day.


Does Sugar Belong in a Healthy Diet?

Short answer: in controlled amounts, yes. When many people think of “sugar,” they often think of added sugar found in processed junk foods and desserts. However, simple sugars and other carbohydrates are naturally found in many nourishing foods that are important to a healthy diet like fruits, vegetables, dairy, legumes, and whole grains.

The table below provides a breakdown of how much sugar is naturally found in nutritious foods.
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When considered in the context of these healthful and nutritionally balanced recipes, 25 grams of naturally occurring sugar is nothing to be concerned about. It’s part of a nutrient-dense meal that also provides vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber for about 500 calories.

Sugar is a natural part of any balanced meal that’s intended to support a healthy lifestyle, which is why sugar is used purposefully to provide a natural sweetness and a source of carbohydrate in Isagenix products.

Those who use an Isagenix System are likely to reduce their dietary intake of sugars by a considerable amount. Each serving of IsaLean™ Shake provides about 11 grams of sugar, which is substantially less than the sugar you might receive from a healthful, balanced meal. This amount falls well within the American Heart Association’s recommendations for sugar intake as part of a healthy diet.

Limiting added sugar from desserts, beverages, and packaged snacks is good advice to follow, but getting targeted amounts of sugar from healthful, nutritious foods should not be a concern. If you’re aiming to reduce the amount of added sugar you get each day, an Isagenix System has the tools to help you reach your goal.
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Isagenix Nutrition Improves Body Composition During Weight Loss and Long-Term Weight Maintenance

1/19/2019

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When used as part of a system combining Shake Days and Cleanse Days, Isagenix products improve body composition and contribute to better heart health during weight loss. They also offer better long-term weight maintenance compared to traditional heart-healthy dieting.

These are the findings of a study published as data sets in two peer-reviewed journals—the first appeared on July 30 in Nutrients and the second on August 29 in Frontiers in Physiology (1,2).
In the study, both men and women using Isagenix products significantly reduced total, abdominal, and visceral body fat, and increased lean body mass percent and metabolism. The body composition changes also contributed to better measures of cardiovascular health during weight loss after 12 weeks.

After initial weight loss, those who continued using Isagenix products also had significantly improved weight maintenance and body composition as well as continued benefits on cardiovascular health measures after 52 weeks in comparison to those who transitioned to a traditional “heart-healthy” diet.

The study was conducted by researchers at Skidmore College, Saratoga Springs, New York under the direction of principal investigator and senior corresponding author Paul J. Arciero, Ph.D., Director of the Human Nutrition and Metabolism Laboratory and Professor of Health and Exercise Sciences.

“The novel findings from this study may very well revolutionize how we prescribe weight-loss diets moving forward because of the increase in proportion of lean muscle and drastic reductions in abdominal and visceral fat mass during initial weight loss and the ability to maintain these favorable changes over the long term,” Dr. Arciero said.

Long-term Study Design: Phase 1 Weight Loss and Phase 2 Weight Maintenance 
The researchers designed the new study to evaluate weight loss in both men and women from an Isagenix System over 12 weeks and to determine if the results could be sustained over a year.

The study would also be the first to evaluate how weight loss using Isagenix products affected other factors. These included lean muscle, abdominal and visceral fat, as well as energy metabolism and arterial health.

The design of the 15-month study included one week of phase-in baseline control where subjects maintained a stable weight and, afterward, broke into two phases: Weight Loss Phase 1 of 12 weeks and Weight Maintenance Phase 2 of 52 weeks.

During Weight Loss Phase 1, all participants performed six Shake Days and one Cleanse Day per week.
  • As part of Shake Days, subjects replaced two meals per day with IsaLean® Shake, had a 150-calorie snack (men only), one IsaLean Bar, and ate a whole-food dinner consisting of between 450 and 600 calories.
  • As part of Cleanse Days, subjects drank the botanical drink Cleanse for Life® along with plenty of water throughout the day, up to six Isagenix Snacks™ wafers, and up to one other 100- or 200-calorie snacks of choice.
  • The subjects also received Ageless Essentials™ Daily Pack, Ionix® Supreme, and e+ Energy Shots to consume on all days, as desired.

During Weight Maintenance Phase 2, participants chose to transition to one of the following options:
  • Continuing on an Isagenix weight maintenance system by replacing two meals per day with IsaLean Shake or IsaLean Bars, eating a normal diet without food restrictions, and performing 1-2 Cleanse Days per month.
  • Transitioning to a dietitian-counseled diet that emphasized eating whole foods, lean meats, and fruits and vegetables in line with American Heart Association recommendations for being “heart healthy.”


Results: A Third of Visceral Fat Lost, Lean Mass Gained, Better Arterial Health, and Enhanced Metabolism
During the initial weight-loss phase (Phase 1), the subjects lost an average of 10 percent of their total body weight, nearly 20 percent body fat, and 33 percent of their visceral fat. They also increased their proportion of lean body mass (9 percent) and had significantly improved cardiovascular health with improvements in arterial flexibility (11 percent).
Over the yearlong weight maintenance period (Phase 2), the subjects who continued following an Isagenix System had a significantly lower body weight (6 percent), lower amount of total body fat (10 percent), and improved lean body mass (5 percent) compared to those who followed a “heart-healthy” diet.

Additionally, those who followed the Isagenix plan had better maintained their initial improvements in arterial health.  “As an active nutrition and exercise science researcher for over 30 years, these were very impressive findings and clearly established our protein-pacing [Shake Days] and intermittent fasting diet regimen [Cleanse Days] as an effective short- and long-term strategy to promote healthy body weight, abdominal and visceral fat mass loss as well as enhanced metabolism and cardiovascular health compared to other commonly prescribed diets,” Dr. Arciero said.
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One of the more intriguing findings from the weight loss phase (Phase 1), said Dr. Arciero, is that “the subjects had a five percent increase in resting metabolic rate, which is likely due to ‘protein pacing,’ or spreading doses of whey protein over the course of the day.”
During the weight-maintenance phase (Phase 2), the study also measured positive effects toward maintaining metabolic rate. “This was possibly related to a higher proportion of calories obtained from protein in the subjects during the Isagenix weight-maintenance phase,” said Eric Gumpricht, Ph.D., Isagenix Manager of Research and Science, and a co-author on the Nutrients publication.

Company’s Continued Commitment to Science
The study demonstrates the continued commitment of Isagenix for funding clinical studies supporting the safety and health benefits of Isagenix products as a way to promote and maintain weight loss, Dr. Gumpricht said.

“We observed safe and efficient weight loss with Isagenix during the weight loss phase for both men and women,” he said. “But more importantly, that continuing incorporating intermittent fasting as Cleanse Days alongside caloric restriction as Isagenix Shake Days helped subjects better maintain those favorable changes to body composition—weight, fat, and visceral fat loss and lean body mass retention and arterial health.”
The findings provide additional scientific validation after earlier work performed at University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC) found that Isagenix products demonstrated superiority when compared to a traditional heart-healthy diet for improving body composition during weight loss in women after four weeks (3, 4).

The earlier findings from UIC appeared in Nutrition Journal and in Nutrition and Metabolism in 2012.

The new Skidmore College study was registered at National Institute of Health’s ClinicalTrials.gov, a publicly and privately supported registry of clinical studies conducted around the world.

References
  1. Arciero PJ, Edmonds R, He F, Ward E, Gumpricht E, Mohr A, Ormsbee MJ, Astrup A.  Protein-Pacing Caloric-Restriction Enhances Body Composition Similarly in Obese Men and Women during Weight Loss and Sustains Efficacy during Long-Term Weight Maintenance. Nutrients2016, 8(8), 476; doi: 10.3390/nu8080476
  2. Li Z, He F, Tinsley G et al. Comparison of High-Protein, Intermittent-Fasting Low-Calorie Diet and Heart Healthy Diet for Vascular Health of the Obese Front. Physiol. 7:350. doi: 10.3389/fphys.2016.00350
  3. Klempel MC, Kroeger, CM, Bhutani S et al. Intermittent fasting combined with calorie restriction is effective for weight loss and cardio-protection in obese women. Nutr J 2012 11:98. doi: 10.1186/1475-2891-11-98.
  4. Kroeger CM, Klempel MC, Bhutani S et al. Improvement in coronary heart disease risk factors during an intermittent fasting/calorie restriction regimen: Relationship to adipokine modulations. Nutr Metab 2012;9:98. doi: doi: 10.1186/1743-7075-9-98
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Introducing The Daily Digestive Health System for Better Gut Health!

1/16/2019

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2019 is all about results.  

Your current journey into weight loss and better health might focus on the pounds on the scale, the inches on your waist, and the calories in your diet. While those are all important considerations, there’s something else that scientists now know is a key component of weight loss and overall wellness — gut health. 

It’s All About Your Microbiome There is a rich ecosystem inside your gut filled with bacteria, called the microbiome, that contributes to better digestion, healthy weight loss, and overall health. But, life is filled with obstacles and events that can throw your microbiome into chaos, including your diet. Your gut relies on lots of different good bacteria and digestive enzymes to break down food, absorb nutrients, and restore digestive comfort so you can feel great. 

Say Hello to IsaBiome The IsaBiome™ Daily Digestive Health System combines the very best in probiotics and digestive enzymes to support a better gut microbiome and gut health.† Here’s how it works: 

Probiotics 
  • With two specialized formulas for vegetarian and conventional diets, the diverse range of probiotics (the healthy bacteria that are great for your gut) help develop a healthy ecosystem in your microbiome and crowd out bad bacteria in your gut.† 
  • From development to packaging, we use advanced techniques to ensure the probiotics are viable and effective all the way to your doorstep. No refrigeration required. 
  • A diverse blend of probiotics helps build a healthier gut microbiome that contributes to better weight loss and overall wellness.† 

​Digestive Enzymes 
  • Also developed for vegetarian and conventional diets, the right digestive enzymes help break down food better so your body can absorb more nutrients.† 
  • Our bodies create digestive enzymes on their own, but as we eat a larger variety of foods, the additional enzymes provided in the IsaBiome Daily Digestive Health System can assist your digestive system in breaking them down.† 
  • Better digestive health from digestive enzymes means better nutrient absorption and immediate gut relief after eating.† 

​On their own, the probiotics and digestive enzymes from Isagenix have amazing benefits (immediate and/or long term), but combined, they create the IsaBiome Daily Digestive Health System, which can support better overall health, provide digestive comfort, and help you build a healthy lifestyle. These factors are just as important to your Isagenix journey as the inches on your waist or the pounds on the scale. 

​Written by Jim Burch 

†This statement has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

IsaBiome is available right now! 

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