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5 Echinacea 1:2.1
5 Echinacea 1:2.1
A combination of five different forms of Echinacea, thought by
some to maximize the effects through a more diverse blend of
active constituents.
Phyto-Tech™ 5 Echinacea 1:2.1 contains Echinacea purpurea
Herb, Echinacea purpurea Root, Echinacea angustifolia Root, Fresh
Echinacea purpurea Flower, Fresh Echinacea angustifolia Root Nom
GMO Soy Lecithin, Modivied Begetable Cellusole (capsule) and
Coconut Oil. All herbs contained herein are Certified Organic.
60 Liquid Filled Veggie Caps - Prod Code: 57090
Adaptogen Complex
Adaptogen Complex
An excellent anti-stress formula; A Chi or energy tonic.
Who would benefit from this supplement? Those suffering from
fatigue, overexertion, stress, chemotherapy, depression. Best used on
a daily basis.
Phyto-Tech™ Adaptogen Complex contains the following herbs:
Red Reishi Mushroom, Eleuthero Root, Ashwagandha Root, Vanuatu
Kava Root, Licorice Root.
Complimentary Formulas: Phyto-Tech Ginseng Energy Blend;
Phyto-Tech Immune Complex
1 fl oz - Prod Code: 57083
Adrenal Stress Complex
Adrenal Stress Complex
Supports healthy adrenal gland function, optimizing the body’s
handling of stress.
Phyto-Tech Adrenal Stress Complex is a blend of adrenal-normaliz-
ing, adaptogenic herbs especially valuable for those suffereing the
stressful effects of a fast paced lifestyle. This formula can be consid-
ered an "adrenal tonic."
This formula also helps maintain healthy blood sugar levels by sup-
porting liver function.
Who would benefit from this supplement? Those suffering from
stress related to a fast-paced, demanding lifestyle. Those who have
problems with blood sugar regulation, including hypoglycemia and
adult onset, type 2 diabetes. Those with adrenal dysfunction leading
to blood sugar swings, water imbalance, mood swings, and thyroid
dysfunction.
Phyto-Tech™ Adrenal Stress Complex contains the following herbs:
Licorice Root, Eleuthero Root, Devil’s Club Root Bark, Dandelion
Root, Sarsaparilla Root, Ginger Root.
Dosage: 20-40 drops in water or juice, 2-3 times daily, or as need-
ed.
Complimentary Formulas: Phyto-Tech Adaptogen Complex, when
fatigue and burn out present
Phyto-Tech Ginseng Energy Blend, when extreme fatigue, low pas-
sion present
Phyto-Tech Holy Basil 20-8-8-5 liquid veggie caps to counteract
stress and control cortisol levels.
1 fl oz - Prod Code: 57037
Allergy Complex
Allergy Complex
This supplement supports healthy sinus and respiratory systems
function by exerting an anti-histamine, decongestant type action.
Who would benefit from this supplement? Those suffering from
allergic rhinitis, hay fever, asthma, and sinus congestion.
Phyto-Tech™ Allergy Complex contains the following herbs:
Nettle Leaf, Eyebright Herb, Yerba Santa Leaf, Turmeric Root, Lobelia
Herb, Ambrosia Herb.
Dosage: Preventative: Begin use 2-4 weeks before the onset of the
allergy season by taking Allergy Complex 2 times per day. This will
increase resistance to pollens before they even start. Keep taking
throughout the allergy season. Results can vary from a percentage
decrease in reactivity to complete eradication of symptoms.
Complimentary Formulas: Many herbalists feel that allergies are a
symptom of liver deficiency, and recommend taking Phyto-Tech Liver
Support along with Allergy Complex.
Eyebright, Nettle and Ambrosia are anti-histamine in action. Yerba
Santa helps decongest. Tumeric treats liver deficiency which almost
all hay fever is a symptom of. By treating the underlying constitution-
al predisposition, Phyto-Tech Allergy Complex can work deeper.
(Note: Ambrosia is also known as ragweed. The leaf extract
inhibits histamines caused by the pollen of this plant. One is not
allergic to the leaf)
1 fl oz - Prod Code: 56983 ~ Alcohol Free: Code 57041
Child Friendly: Code 57013
American Ginseng
American Ginseng
American Ginseng is an adaptogenic, immune-system modulating
herb, enhancing stamina and energy.
Who would benefit from this supplement? Those who are begin-
ning to notice the signs of aging. Those who feel depleted and are
low on passion or vital energy. Those who fear working too hard and
burning out. Those who feel that they are under too much stress,
and it is affecrting their general health. Those who participarte in
athletics, and want to boost energy and stamina. Those who want to
fight the aging process. Those who are elderly, and feel rundown
and mildly depressed.
Description: Phyto-Tech™ American Ginseng 1:3 contains certified
organic American Ginseng (Panax quinquefolium), 333 mg/ml. Also
available in a vegetarian capsule form. Each Phyto-Tech American
Ginseng veggie cap contains 400 mg of certified organic American
Ginseng Root.
American Ginseng is a classic adaptogen herb with systemic
action. It increases resistance to illness and environmental stresses,
improving vigor, vitality, and energy.
American Ginseng does not treat disease directly, but strengthens
the body's ability to adapt to stress and therefore may help to avoid
acute episodes from manifesting when one is dealing with a chronic
disease.
American Ginseng is especially helpful during the later stages in
life, the effects of years of stress, wear and tear on the body begin to
manifest themselves.
Dosage: 20-40 drops, 2-3 times per day It is best used as a long
term tonic (1-3 months and longer).
Complimentary Formulas: For the elderly, Phyto-Tech Ginkgo
Biloba Leaf 1:1.5 works well with American Ginseng, especially if
mild depression is a problem.
American Ginseng 1:3 - 1 fl oz ~ Prod Code: 56981
60 Veggie Caps - Prod Code: 60122
Antiox Phyto Blend
Antiox Phyto Blend
Some of the most powerful, broad-spectrum antioxidants are
those found in plants. This supplement contains a blend of
several of the most potent plant-derived phyto-antioxidants
available, in a convenient liquid extract.
Who might benefit from this supplement? Anyone needing antioxi-
dant protection as well as those looking for enhanced immunity,
those with cardiovascular problems, stress, and concerns about envi-
ronmental pollution. It is also an essential component of any “anti-
aging” supplement regimen.
More specifically, this herbal supplement might benefit: Those
who desire protection against everyday toxins--dietary, environmen-
tal and chemical. Those with current health problems, those under
high amounts of stress, smokers or those exposed to second-hand
smoke, and anyone who lives or is exposed to a toxic lifestyle. Those
who are at risk to the various degenerative diseases associated with
aging, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, cognitive impair-
ment, Alzheimer’s disease, immune dysfunction, cataracts, and mac-
ular degeneration. Those who want to live a longer, healthier life.
Phyto-Tech Antiox Phyto Blend is a mixture of powerful plant-
derived (phyto) antioxidants. Most health problems are either direct-
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dosage of 900 mg daily for 4 weeks, then
900 mg twice daily for 4 weeks and 900 mg
three times daily for 4 weeks. A number of
parameters were included to gauge the
effect. The most significant change was in the
irritability scale. The children taking NAC
experienced significant improvements in irri-
tability. Although larger studies are indicated
this pilot study highlights the possibility that
some children with autism may see benefit
with NAC supplementation.
Reference:
Hardan AY, Fung LK, Libove RA, et al. A
randomized controlled pilot trial of oral N-
acetylcysteine in children with autism. Biol
Psychiatry. 2012 Jun 1;71(11):956-61.
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Draw Your Own Conclusions--
How to Recognize Anti-
Supplement Bias.
The following is an excerpt from The Willner
Window Radio Program originally broadcast
on July 22, 2012.
Don: I want to start off today's show with
some general comments first, and then we
will move on to our nutritional topic. The
general comments deal with how you should
interpret some of these news stories you hear
about nutritional supplements–especially the
negative stories.
You know what I'm talking about. You hear
about it on the evening news. "New study
shows that fish oil supplements does not
increase your IQ," or "Study shows that low
dose calcium and vitamin D does not pre-
vent bone fractures in postmenopausal
women."
Sam: Actually, the headline may not even
be that detailed. It may just imply that calci-
um, or vitamin D, does not prevent fractures.
Very often, they leave out many details that
are important, and change the entire com-
plexion of the study, or, more correctly,
strongly impact the conclusions you should
draw from it. But let's get to that in a minute.
Don: First, I want to alert you to what I
consider are important clues you can use to
determine whether or not a given study even
merits consideration. Clues that tell you right
away, without your having to delve into the
details, whether or not the author is being
objective or not. . . whether or not there is
an underlying bias involved that may be
influencing his conclusions.
Here is an example. I've seen this in some
recent reports, and it hit me that this is a
common thing. Sam?
Sam: Let's take this recent study about cal-
cium and vitamin D. First, you have to know
that the study only looked at fractures among
healthy, older women. Postmenopausal
women, actually. Second, the conclusion
only applied to what they determined to be
"low dose" calcium and vitamin D. Low dose,
by the way, was defined by them as 400
international unites of vitamin D and 1,000
mg of calcium, which I find interesting as
well.
Don: They did not draw any conclusions
about higher dose vitamin D and calcium, by
the way, and if your underlying bias was dif-
ferent from theirs, you could easily reach a
totally different conclusion. That conclusion
would be "Higher doses of vitamin D and
calcium supplements necessary for preven-
tion of fractures in postmenopausal women."
Interesting, isn't it. You can take the same
data, and draw quite different conclusions,
depending on your bias. Here is another
example. I could say "Study confirms that cal-
cium and vitamin D supplementation needs
to be started before menopause, not after-
wards."
Apparently, the form of calcium used in the
supplement groups was calcium carbonate.
So I could easily conclude: "Study shows that
supplementation with calcium carbonate is
ineffective in preventing fractures in post-
menopausal women." Get the idea.
Sam: But here is what we are really leading
up to. Clues to bias. As soon as you see state-
ments like this, the red flag should go up:
Quote, "This advice does not apply to vita-
min D and calcium obtained from foods."
How do they know that? Did the study
include a group of women who got equal
levels of calcium and vitamin D from diet
alone? Did they measure the calcium and
vitamin D blood levels of women who took
the supplements versus those who did not?
No, they did not. So this advice, or dis-
claimer that you see in so many of these
studies is not based on any experimental evi-
dence–it's based on their underlying, inher-
ent anti-supplement bias.
Don: And that should tell you a lot.
In fact, this study, and many of those like it,
are not based on experimental evidence at
all. They sit down at their computers and
look for a bunch of previous studies that fit a
criterial they select. How they set up that cri-
teria, by the way, goes a long way toward
determining the end conclusions. So they
find some old studies, and the re-evaluate,
combine and pool the results. Often times,
the studies are the type where they just col-
lect data based on recollection, on memory.
This can be interesting, but it is fraught with
potential error, and should never be taken as
final word on anything.
Sam: And, speaking of final word, that
leads to the other caution–one we have
mentioned many times in the past. Don't
over react to one study. You have to look at
the total picture. If there are many studies
that say one thing, and then one study
comes out and say the opposite, use some
common sense. I'm not saying to ignore the
contrary study, but put it in proper perspec-
tive. If it doesn't make sense, and runs count-
er to numerous previous studies, don't zero
in on that one.
Don: Now, one final comment on the food
versus supplement disclaimer. There is, of
course, a benefit that food has over supple-
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