Prosta-Support Formula™
Comprehensive Nutrition for Prostate Health
DESCRIPTION
Prosta-Support Formula™, provided by Douglas Laboratories, is a synergistic and comprehensive combination of vitamins, minerals, herbals, and other nutrients, carefully formulated and specifically designed to support and maintain general health as well as the health and function of the prostate.
FUNCTIONS
Prosta-Support Formula™ contains not only the base formula of Douglas Laboratories’ Ultra Specific series of products that offers intensive support for the healthy functioning of the body in general, but also the Prosta-Support Proprietary Blend providing compounds that work specifically to maintain the structure and function of a healthy prostate.
Saw Palmetto inhibits the conversion of testosterone to its more active, and potentially deleterious form, dihydrotestosterone (DHT), via inhibition of alpha-5-reductase. Saw palmetto not only inhibits the binding of DHT to cellular receptors, but also has alpha1-adrenoceptor-inhibitory properties. Alpha1-adrenoceptor antagonism may be responsible for saw palmetto’s ability to provide support to the urinary tract and prostate. Saw palmetto extracts have also been found to inhibit the biosynthesis of proinflammatory prostaglandins and leukotrienes.
Pygeum extract decreases prolactin and cholesterol levels in the prostate, which in turn decreases uptake and reduces the number of binding sites for testosterone in the prostate. In addition, pygeum extract, like saw palmetto, interferes with the synthesis of proinflammatory prostaglandins. Pumpkin seed and nettles are thought to have similar properties.
Citrus bioflavonoids, vitamin E, vitamin C, zinc, and selenium provide potent antioxidant protection against oxidative damage to the prostate. Vitamin D-3 is reported to inhibit cell proliferation and encourage apoptosis.
INDICATIONS
Prosta-Support Formula™ tablets may be a useful dietary supplement for men who wish to maintain healthy functioning of their prostate.
FORMULA (#84074)
Four Tablets Contain:
Vitamin A (Palmitate).................................. 5,000.. I.U.
Beta-Carotene............................................ 15,000.. I.U.
Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid).......................... 1,000.. mg
Vitamin D-3......................................................... 50.. I.U.
Vitamin E (as Vitamin E Succinate)............. 200.. I.U.
Thiamin (as Thiamin HCl)............................... 50.. mg
Riboflavin............................................................ 25.. mg
Niacin/Niacinamide......................................... 120.. mg
Vitamin B-6 (as Pyridoxine HCl/
Pyridoxal-5-Phosphate Complex)............. 25.. mg
Folic Acid........................................................... 800.. mcg
Vitamin B-12 (on Ion Exchange Resin)...... 100.. mcg
Biotin.................................................................. 300.. mcg
Pantothenic Acid (as d-Calcium Pantothenate)............. 150.... mcg
Calcium (from Calcium Citrate/
Ascorbate Complex)....................................... 300.. mg
Magnesium (from Magnesium Aspartate/
Ascorbate Complex)....................................... 300.. mg
Zinc (from Zinc Aspartate Complex)............. 20.. mg
Selenium (Organic Selenium from
Krebs† Cycle and Kelp).................................. 200.. mcg
Copper (from Copper Amino Acid Chelate)... 2.. mg
Manganese (from Manganese Aspartate Complex).... 15.... mg
Chromium (Organically bound with
GTF activity-low allergenicity)................. 200.. mcg
Molybdenum (from Molybdenum Krebs†)... 50.. mcg
Potassium (from Potassium Aspartate Complex)........... 75.... mg
Choline (from Choline Citrate/Bitartrate)..... 20.. mg
Inositol................................................................. 25.. mg
Citrus Bioflavonoid Complex....................... 100.. mg
PABA (Para-Aminobenzoic Acid)................... 50.. mg
Vanadium (from Vanadium Krebs†).............. 25.. mcg
Boron (from Boron Aspartate/Citrate Complex) 1 mg
Trace Elements (from Sea Vegetation)........ 100.. mcg
Prosta-Support Proprietary Blend................. 500.. mg
Saw Palmetto, Pumpkin Seed Powder, Pygeum, Lemon Bioflavonoids, Alfalfa, Buchu, L-Alanine, L-Glutamic Acid, Nettles (standardized), Parsley, Uva-Ursi (standardized) and Beta-Carotene
†Krebs=Citrate, Fumarate, Malate, Glutarate and Succinate Complex
SUGGESTED USE
Adults take 4 tablets daily or as directed by physician. This product is best taken with meals
SIDE EFFECTS
No adverse effects have been reported
STORAGE
Store in a cool, dry place, away from direct light. Keep out of reach of children.
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