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lue light-the short light-waves from TV,
computer and smartphone screens,
fluorescent and LED lights, and the sun-has
good and bad effects. It can make you more
alert, but also disrupt sleep cycles, strain the
eyes and neck, and give headaches.
In this study, 48 healthy young adults with
at least six hours of daily near-field screen
exposure took a placebo or a 24 mg
combination of the carotenoids normally
found in the macula of the eye-lutein,
zeaxanthin, and meso-zeaxanthin.
After six months, while the placebo group
had not improved, those taking the
supplement had higher levels of macular
carotenoids, better sleep quality, less eye
strain and fatigue, better visual acuity, and 34
percent fewer headaches.
(Reference: Foods; 2017, Vol. 6, No. 7, 47,
Published Online
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Adaptogen Complex
An excellent anti-stress formula;
a Chi or energy tonic.
1 fl oz - Product Code: 57083
Who would benefit from this supplement?
• Those suffering from fatigue, overexertion, stress,
chemotherapy, depression. Best used on a daily basis.
Ingredients:
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
Adrenal Adaptogen Complex
Supports healthy adrenal gland function,
optimizing the body’s handling of stress induced
fatigue, immune deficiency and debility.
90 VeggiCaps - Product Code: 67452
Who might benefit from this supplement?
• Those suffering from fatigue, burnout, stress, debility,
Immune Deficiency
• Those with poor immune function brought on by stress,
mental and physical weakness.
Ingredients:
Phyto-Tech™ Adrenal Adaptogen Complex contains, in each
veggie capsule, 465 mg of the following fresh ground herbs:
Organic Eleuthero Root 155mg, Organic Ashwagandha Root
155mg, Organic Schizandra Berry 40mg, Imported
Cordyceps Mushroom 40mg, American Ginseng Root 25mg,
Rhodiola Root Extract (5% Resaving) 25mg, Red Chinese
Ginseng Root 20mg, Organic Aralia mandshurica Root 5mg.
The vegetarian capsule contains modified vegetable cellulose.
Properties:
Traditionaly, this combination of herbs can be thought to
exert the following properties: Adaptogen, Adrenal Tonic,
Immuno-Modulating, Mood Enhancing, Anti-Depressant
Indications:
Adrenal Adaptogen Complex is a balancing adaptogenic
formula indicated for those who are overworked,
overstressed, and find themselves feeling tired, overwhelmed
and burnt-out most or all of the time. It is also helpful for
those who haven’t hit the wall yet, but live fast-paced, high-
stress lifestyles and want to avoid breakdown and burnout.
Adrenal Adaptogen Complex will increase the body’s
resistance to physical, mental, and environmental stress, and
help to defend against diseases and disorders caused by
overstress. The herbs used in the formula are highly
adaptogenic and work synergistically to moderate the stress
response, not by blocking it altogether but by balancing it
out. In other words, they enable the body to respond more
appropriately to stress without over-exaggerating the
response. This prevents adrenal overstimulation and protects
the adrenals from breakdown and exhaustion. Adaptogens
act positively on glucose metabolism as they stimulate the
liver to convert glycogen to glucose, enhance entry of glucose
into the cell, and enhance utilization of glucose within cells.
Regular use of Adrenal Adaptogen Complex will help
normalize stress hormone levels, lessening ones
predisposition to stress, decrease over-reactions during the
stress response, and provide protection against the effects of
long-term stress. In addition, energy and vitality will be
restored, and mood and emotional well-being will improve.
Eleuthero (Eleutherococcus senticosus) has been used in
Traditional Chinese Medicine for thousands of years and is
indicated for those with fatigue, physical weakness,
compromised immunity, and poor work capacity and
concentration. Pharmacologically, Eleuthero tonifies, displays
anti-stress activity, increases lymphocyte count, and has an
immunomodulatory effect on the cellular immune system.
Studies show that Eleuthero increases endurance, reduces the
alarm phase of the stress response, prevents stress-induced
illness and disease, supports adrenal function, and enhances
T-cell activation and immune system function. Formerly
known in the U.S. as Siberian Ginseng, Eleuthero is not a true
ginseng, but it does belong to the same family of plants.
Compared to true ginseng, Eleuthero is non-heating and
milder in its stimulatory effects.
Ashwagandha is used preventively to avoid burnout and
breakdown and restoratively to help strengthen those who
are already mentally and/or physically depleted. It has
positive effects on chronic fatigue syndrome, depression,
debility, and recovery from wasting diseases. Ashwagandha is
one of the most important herbs of Ayurveda and is known as
“Ayurvedic” Ginseng. It is indicated for similar conditions as
Ginseng, but it is not heating, Yang, or stimulating like
Ginseng. Many scientific studies have been conducted that
support Ashwagandha’s adaptogenic and anti-stress activity.
It’s been found to be effective at increasing physical
endurance, preventing gastric ulcers brought on by stress, and
reducing the rise of stress hormone levels in the blood.
Ashwagandha also has cognitive effects and can increase
intellect and memory. Several studies indicate it slows stops
and reverses neuritic atrophy and synaptic loss, and thus has
been used in the treatment of neurodegenerative diseases
such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and Huntington’s.
Ashwagandha also displays GABA-mimetic, anxiolytic and
anti-depressant properties and can help stabilize mood in
those with anxiety and depression.
American Ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) is native to North
America and was used in traditional indigenous medicine by
tribes such as the Cherokee, Creek, Iroquois, Menominee,
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Important Notice: The information given here is designed to help you make informed decisions about your health, and the proper use of dietary supplements. It is not intended as a substitute for medical advice, nor a substitute for any treatment
that may have been prescribed by your doctor. If you have a medical problem, you should seek medical help. Products described herein are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or mitigate disease.
Product Reference Guide: Willner Chemists Phyto-Tech™ Herbal Supplements
Carotenoids Protect Eyes from
Blue Light Damage
The Willner Window Product Reference Catalog, Winter 2018
Page 8
There are many situations where extra
carotenoids may be appropriate,
especially when it comes to eye and heart
health. Many people think of "beta-
carotene" when they see the term
"carotenoids," but that is a mistake.
Carotenoids refers to a group of related
compounds, and is best taken as a group.
One product I recommend is
Jarrow
Formulas "
Carotenall
," Product Code
43873 (60 softgels). Here is some
information on this product:
- CarotenAll contains alpha- and beta-
carotene extracted from palm fruit
(EVTene ) in a ratio similar to carrots. One
softgel of CarotenAll provides greater
amounts of the major carotenoids (Alpha-
& Beta-Carotene, Lutein, Zeaxanthin and
Lycopene) than 5 6 servings of fruits and
vegetables.
-
Lycopene
is an antioxidant carotenoid
extracted from non-GMO tomatoes (Lyc-
O-Mato ). Lycopene protects against
damage from the reactive oxygen species
(ROS) singlet oxygen.
-
Lutein
is an antioxidant carotenoid that
occurs in nature with zeaxanthin. Dietary
lutein and zeaxanthin concentrate in the
eye's macula and lens where they protect
these tissues from oxidative stress.
Astaxanthin is a highly-potent antioxidant
carotenoid found in seafood and algae
that protects lipids from peroxidation.
Suggested Usage:
Take 1 softgel 1 to 2
times per day or as directed by your
qualified healthcare professional.
Additional Comments from Don Goldberg
Product Recommendation:
Jarrow Formulas
Carotenall
60 softgels
Product Code: 43873
The pharmacist and nutritionists
at Willner Chemists
will be happy to help you
choose the formulation best for
your specific needs
The Willner Chemists web site is a
valuable resource for information on
nutritional supplements how to choose
them, and how to use them.
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